On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, the exchange rate for the US Dollar against Pakistani Rupees was documented at Rs 281 in both the local and open markets, with a selling rate of Rs 283.5. It is important to note that exchange rates may fluctuate depending on the location and the specific Exchange Company or bank…
In a move aimed at safeguarding merchant vessels navigating the Red Sea against potential attacks by Houthi militants, Sri Lanka’s navy is gearing up to join the US-led naval operations, as disclosed by a spokesperson from the Sri Lankan navy on Tuesday. The backdrop for this decision lies in the series of attacks perpetrated by…
In a recent display for journalists, the Israeli military unveiled what it described as a complex of weapons manufacturing facilities and tunnels utilized by Hamas militants in Gaza for the production of rockets. The tour, led by soldiers in Bureij in the central Gaza Strip, highlighted what initially appeared to be cement factories and other…
In Karachi, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, the exchange rate for one US Dollar against Pakistani Rupees was recorded at Rs 281 in both the local and open market, with a selling rate of Rs 283.5. Please note that exchange rates can vary based on factors such as location and the specific Exchange Company or…
On Friday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a downward trajectory as the 100-index took a hit, witnessing a decrease of 124.26 points, reflecting a negative change of 0.19 percent. The market concluded at 64,514.90 points, down from the previous trading day’s close at 64,639.16 points. During the day, a substantial volume of trading activity…
Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based militant group backed by Iran, unleashed a barrage of over 60 rockets on an Israeli military base on Saturday in retaliation for the killing of Hamas’ deputy political leader, Saleh Arouri, in Beirut. This marked Israel’s first strike in the Lebanese capital since 2006. The incident unfolded after a presumed Israeli strike…
In a recent market update, the cost of 24 karat gold per tola witnessed a notable decrease, falling by Rs.1,200. On the trading day this past Friday, the precious metal was traded at Rs.217,000, marking a significant drop from its previous value of Rs.218,200. Furthermore, the price adjustment extended to smaller quantities, affecting the cost…
On Saturday, January 6, 2024, the exchange rate for a single US Dollar against Pakistani Rupees stood at Rs 280.8 in both the local and open markets. The selling rate was noted at Rs 283.3. It’s important to note that exchange rates may fluctuate depending on the location and the specific Exchange Company or bank…
The Lahore Zonal Office of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle, successfully carried out a raid in Sheikhupura against a mobile phone company franchisee. The operation aimed to curb the misuse of illegal SIM cards, which are often linked to criminal activities such as fraud,…
In a recent development, Jordan took decisive action against alleged Iranian-linked drug dealers operating within Syria. The Jordanian military, supported by regional intelligence sources, launched air strikes targeting suspected warehouses and hideouts believed to be controlled by Iranian-backed drug smugglers. This move follows heightened tensions last month, marked by prolonged clashes with infiltrators from Syria…