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PSX rebounds 999 points as KSE-100 recovers from sharp intraday fall

[ KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a strong recovery on Friday, with the KSE-100 Index closing at 173,170, up 999 points (+0.58%) after hitting an intraday low of 169,593. The benchmark touched a high of 174,148, reflecting heightened volatility throughout the session. “PSX exhibited consolidation around the 172,000 level, with wide intraday swings … Read more

Model Mahnoor Rahim alleges inappropriate messages from producer Umer Mukhtar

mahnoor rahim left and umar mukhtar right

Hania Aamir, said to be friends with Mukhtar, says she had no knowledge of or involvement in the matter raised online Pakistani model Mahnoor Rahim has publicly accused TV producer Umer Mukhtar of sending inappropriate messages to women online. In a video uploaded on Instagram this week, Mahnoor claimed that despite being married, Mukhtar repeatedly … Read more

Pakistan’s reforms stabilise economy under EFF programme: IMF

Fund cites strong fiscal performance and first current account surplus in 14 years ahead of review talks on Feb 25 IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack addressing a press briefing on Thursday. PHOTO: SCREENGRAB The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Pakistan’s policy efforts under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme have “helped stabilise the economy and … Read more

US, Israel warn Iran amid military buildup

Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E Petersen Jr (DDG 121) in the Arabian Sea. Photo: AFP WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday Iran must make a “meaningful deal” in its negotiations with Washington in the next 10 days or else “bad things … Read more

Gold prices in Pakistan today

[ Gold and silver prices continued their upward trend on Thursday, widening the gap between precious metals and consumer affordability. In the international bullion market, gold rose by $79 per ounce to $5,012, prompting a surge in local rates. US gold futures for April delivery were up 0.4% at $5,031.20, while spot gold climbed 0.7% … Read more