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Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian Published in Saudi Gazette, on Apr 14th, 2024, TEHRAN — Iran has warned Israel…
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Max Holloway knocks out Justin Gaethje in UFC 300. — Reuters/File Published in Geo News, on Apr 15th, 2024,…
New Zealand team arrives in Islamabad ahead of T20I series Published in Geo News, on Apr 14th, 2024, By…
Islamabad The State Bank of Pakistan announced on Monday (April 8) that overseas workers’ remittances surged to a remarkable US$3…
Riyadh In a significant meeting in Makkah, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shahbaz Sharif…
Karachi The Pakistani Rupee underwent a slight devaluation of 02 paisa against the US dollar in interbank trading on Monday…
Karachi The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed an unprecedented surge on Monday (April 8), with the benchmark KSE-100 index reaching…
Karachi The per tola price of 24 karat gold soared to unprecedented levels on Monday (April 8), experiencing a significant…
Islamabad The Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kistafin, met with Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, on Thursday, April 4…
Islamabad The American Business Council (ABC) of Pakistan has put forward a comprehensive proposal aimed at fortifying the country’s economy…
A comprehensive analysis of principles, practices, and popularity among diverse audiences Islamic finance and banking represent an alternative financial system…
Islamic finance: an instrument to unlock the potential of blue economy and sustainable future The goal of the green economy…
Establishing a workable Islamic pricing benchmark is indeed crucial In 2022, the Federal Shariah Court of Pakistan directed the government…
The possibility of socioeconomic effect through prudent development of the Islamic banking system It is an undeniable fact that Islamic…
Key factors shaping the future of Islamic Banking in Pakistan Islamic banking has emerged as a significant player in the…
Since the re-launching of Islamic banking in Pakistan nearly a quarter of a century ago, the apex regulator — the…
The realm of Islamic banking and finance, which globally has surpassed the US$4 trillion mark and has exceeded Rs 8.5…
Pakistan is one of the most populated countries nurturing more than 24 crores of people with inadequate economic resources. 30%…
Some suggestions for balancing entertainment with responsibility for a safer gaming future Online gaming has become a ubiquitous form of…
Ground-breaking milestones in Takaful industry highlighted by SLIC’s Tayyab Takaful remarkable growth in 2023 The State Life Insurance Corporation of…
Targeted policy interventions can effectively unleash the true growth potential of Islamic finance in Pakistan, promoting financial inclusion and ethical…
The Islamic financial services sector in Pakistan remains relatively small compared to the broader market Need for more policy incentives…
Efforts needed to overcome challenges and uphold integrity for sustainable economic growth Interview with Mr Hamad Rasool Bhullar — an…
The country needs to overcome challenges and chart a path to sustainable growth Govt initiatives play a vital role in…
Surging prices of essential commodities, food items immense burdens on consumers The observance of Ramazan holds deep spiritual significance for…
According to the statistics released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) during October-December 2023, Islamic Banking Institutions included 22…
Sector Wise Financing (Share in %) Sector Dec-22 Sep-23 Dec-23 Overall Banking Industry Chemical and Pharmaceuticals 5.1 5.0 5.4 3.3…
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Tokyo stocks end lower on profit-taking Tokyo stock shed early gains to close lower on profit-taking on Monday, as investors…
Stock Market Indexes Details Date Level Ch. This Week ch. Mon. ch. Ann. ch. YTD BVPSI [+] 11/18/2022 394.82 0.18%…
Index moves up 2.84%WoW, profit-taking prevails The week ended on March 29, 2024 witnessed bullish trend at Pakistan Stock Exchange.…
UAE’s economic rise: opportunities for Pakistan In fewer than fifty years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has evolved from a…
CPI Countries Countries Date CPI Interannual Accum. since January United States [+] February 2024 3.2% 1.2% United Kingdom [+] February…
World Bank maintains Malaysian GDP growth forecast at 4.3pc for 2024 The World Bank on Monday maintained its forecast for…
The poor and the poorly paid: statistics Pakistan has many economic strata — those who can afford six-figure Eid clothes…
Clarksea index moves 35pc above trend Clarkson Research’s six monthly outlook for the global shipping markets, Shipping Review & Outlook,…
3 Nayatel Products and Services to Try in 2024: Each year, the ever-changing needs of the user take a turn…
Wheat crop shaping up better than past two years Wheat production across Texas looks better than in years past, providing…
Tunnel-Vision Innovation Often a prescription drug designed for a specific ailment sometimes ends up being used for some other quite…
Pakistan Cables wins the Gold Award for the Women Empowerment & Gender Equality Pakistan Cables won the Gold Award at…
Kibor rate is the average interest rate at which term deposits are offered between prime banks in the Pakistani wholesale…
by Anna Fleck, Less than half of OECD countries ban anonymous donations for political financing, according to data published in the Anti-Corruption…
by Anna Fleck China is the world’s biggest hydro power producer, having generated an estimated 1,303 terawatt hours of hydropower in…
by Florian Zandt, “Smoking kills” is but one of the slogans connected to anti-tobacco advocacy groups — and it’s quite true.…
by Katharina Buchholz, Chinese EVs continuing to make inroads around the world is reflected in the country’s car export figures which have been…
by Anna Fleck, According to Forbes’ Real-Time Billionaires List, as of April 2, Mukesh Ambani (66) is the richest man in Asia,…
by Felix Richter, Despite the fact that Wall Street’s hopes for a first rate cut in March turned out to be…
by Anna Fleck, As many countries around the world scramble towards a green transition, a new era of electric cars is…
Islamabad Pakistan and the Netherlands affirmed the importance of bolstering bilateral relations and exploring new avenues for collaboration in areas…
Karachi The per tola price of 24 karat gold witnessed an increase of Rs1,800 and was sold at Rs238,900 on…
Karachi The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a remarkable surge, with the KSE-100 Index reaching a historic high of 67,756.04…
Karachi The Rupee experienced a devaluation of 08 paisa against the US dollar in interbank trading on Wednesday (April 3),…
Karachi Amidst slight fluctuations, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a bullish trend, with the KSE-100 Index gaining 89.94 points,…
Karachi The price of 24 karat gold per tola decreased by Rs500 on Tuesday (April 2), selling at Rs237,100 compared…
Islamabad The export of goods and services from Pakistan to China experienced a significant surge, increasing by 42.02% during the…
Karachi The Pakistani rupee recently saw a commendable uptick of 10 paisa against the US dollar in interbank trading, closing…
Islamabad The collaborative efforts between the World Bank (WB), International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the Pakistani government underscore a commitment…
Islamabad Exports from Pakistan saw an increase of 8.93 percent during the first 9 months of the current fiscal year…
Karachi Pakistan witnessed a significant decline in headline inflation based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in March 2024, reaching…
Riyadh Ahmad Shams El Din, head of research for MENA at EFG Hermes, highlighted the burgeoning indirect investment opportunities in…
Karachi KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a bearish trend on Monday (April 1), with a loss…
Karachi The per tola price of 24 karat gold experienced a significant surge of Rs2,800 on Monday (April 1), reaching…
Karachi The rupee marked a nominal gain of PKR0.01 closing at PKR 277.94 against the US dollar at the interbank…
According to the statement issued by the Pakistan Banks Association, the position of Chairman PBA was vacant after Muhammad Aurangzeb…
Islamabad During the first eight months of the current financial year 2023-24, the US retained its position as the top…
Islamabad Pakistan’s amendments to its motor vehicle Import Policy Order 2022, as outlined in SRO 430(I)/2024, signify substantial shifts in…
Karachi The Pakistani Rupee bounce back and strengthened against the US dollar reaching Rs278.08 on Tuesday (March 26) at the…
Karachi The price of 24 karat gold per tola has experienced an increase of Rs1,200 in the local market, reaching…
Karachi The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a notable increase in the KSE-100 Index, climbing by 381 points, marking a…
Islamabad Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Pakistan Day message resounds with a resolute commitment to economic revival and national prosperity. In…
Karachi Pakistan’s recent surge in foreign exchange reserves is indeed a significant development, highlighting positive momentum in the country’s economic…
Islamabad Pakistan’s transport services sector has seen some interesting fluctuations in export earnings during the first seven months of the…
Lahore Pakistan’s pharmaceutical and textile sectors hold immense scope for bilateral trade with Kyrgyzstan, having a wide array of opportunities for economic…
Lahore Pakistan’s agricultural potential holds the key to ensuring food security, economic prosperity, and sustainable development. Pakistan Hitech Hybrid Seed…
Karachi Kate Somvongsiri, the Mission Director for Pakistan with the US Agency for International Development (USAID), recently conducted a significant…
Islamabad Chief Executive Officer of the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Khalifa bin Jassem Al-Kuwari, expressed keen interest in expanding…
Political leaders must accept accountability and behave honorably to lessen the suffering of vulnerable members of our society In the…
The significance of Lahore Resolution and the birth of Pakistan March 23, 1940, marks a pivotal moment in the history…
Pakistan Day, observed on March 23rd, commemorates the Lahore Resolution of 1940, a pivotal moment in the quest for independence…
As the nation commemorates Yaum-e-Pakistan, also known as Pakistan Resolution Day, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the visionary…
The vital role of insurance in Pakistan’s energy sector Pakistan’s energy sector stands as the backbone of its economy, powering…
Pakistan’s economy is on a gradual but promising path of recovery. The country has shown remarkable resilience during pandemic era…
Pakistan’s relationship with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) since 1958 has been marked by a complex interplay of financial challenges,…
Sight is a blessing that is often taken for granted. For 26 million Pakistanis, the ability to see is an…
Poverty is universally recognised as a scourge because of its detrimental impact on societies. As per the World Bank, the…
There is a growing consensus that large commercial banks prefer to work in certain comfort zones. Top of the list…
International experts revealed that the term Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not new in the business world. Various academics and…