Zelensky Steps Up Warning to Belarus Over Alleged Support for Russian Drone Attacks
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has intensified his warning to Belarus, accusing the country of facilitating Russian drone…
$2.5 Billion Cyberattack Becomes One of UK’s Costliest Economic Mysteries
LONDON: A sophisticated cyberattack that inflicted an estimated $2.5 billion in economic damage has emerged as one of…
Mourners Observe Ashura Amid Elaborate Security Arrangements Across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Millions of mourners across Pakistan observed Ashura, marking the 10th of Muharram, with deep religious devotion and…
Asian Stock Markets Slide as Technology Shares Lead Sell-Off
HONG KONG: Asian stock markets closed lower as a broad sell-off in technology stocks weighed on investor sentiment,…
Oil Prices Fall 2% as Hormuz Shipments Resume Despite Vessel Incident Near Oman
LONDON: Global oil prices declined by around 2% after crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resumed, easing…
15,000 Used Cars Given Clearance Window Under Government Relief Measure
KARACHI: The government has granted a clearance window for nearly 15,000 imported used vehicles, allowing owners and importers…
Equities End Short Trading Week Higher Despite Market Volatility
KARACHI: Pakistan's equity market ended the shortened trading week on a positive note despite experiencing significant volatility throughout…
Editorial: FY2026-27 Budget Prioritizes Growth but Falls Short on Structural Reforms
ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for FY2026-27 has been widely viewed as an effort to stimulate economic growth through…
Iranian Oil Option Reopens for Pakistan After Temporary Easing of US Sanctions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may once again consider importing crude oil from Iran following a temporary easing of certain U.S.…
President Zardari Gives Assent to Finance Bill, Approves Rs18.8 Trillion Budget for FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has formally given assent to the Finance Bill 2026, paving the way for…
World Expresses Solidarity with Venezuela After Deadly Earthquakes, Offers Assistance
CARACAS: Countries and international organizations from around the world have expressed solidarity with Venezuela following a series of…
Tasdeeq Set for Pakistan Stock Exchange Debut
KARACHI: Pakistani technology and digital verification company Tasdeeq is preparing to make its debut on the Pakistan Stock…
National Assembly Approves Over Rs500 Billion in Supplementary Grants for FY25, Rs475 Billion for FY26
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has approved supplementary budgetary grants exceeding Rs500 billion for the fiscal year 2024-25, along…
Barclays Upgrades Pakistan’s Sovereign Debt to ‘Overweight’ on Improved Oil Market Outlook
LONDON: Global financial services firm Barclays has upgraded Pakistan's sovereign debt rating to "overweight," citing an improved outlook…
Startup Revora Raises $2 Million in Seed Funding to Develop AI Platform for E-Commerce Merchants
SAN FRANCISCO: E-commerce technology startup Revora has secured $2 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of…