Thursday, December 19th, 2024
PSX stays bearish, loses 4,795 more points
ISLAMABAD, DEC 19 (APP/DNA):The 100-Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued with bearish trend on Thursday, losing 4,795.32 points, a negative change of 4.32 percent, closing at 106,274.98 points as compared to 111,070.29 points on the last trading day. A total of 1,167,361,955 shares were traded during the day as compared to 1,111,921,053 shares the previous trading day, whereas the price of shares stood at Rs 56.797 billion against Rs.60.242 billion on the last trading day. As many as 472 companies transacted their shares in the stock market, 66Read More
NIPP hosts talk by Anam Zakaria on her book
LAHORE, DEC 19 (APP/DNA):The National Institute of Public Policy (NIPP) on Thursday invited acclaimed author Anam Zakaria to discuss her groundbreaking book, ’1971: A People’s History of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan’. The event featured a captivating talk by the author, followed by a dynamic Q&A session and book signing.In her book, Anam Zakaria provides a poignant and deeply researched exploration of the events that shaped Pakistan’s history. Her work examines the complex and turbulent events of 1971, focusing on the human stories behind the headlines. By highlighting the experiences of ordinaryRead More
Iranian consulate celebrates ancient festival Shab-e-Yalda with great enthusiasm
PESHAWAR, DEC 19 (APP/DNA):Iranian consulate here celebrated the ancient Iranian and Asian festival, Shab-e-Yalda (Yalda night) with great enthusiasm providing traditional and spiritual ambiance for the attendees. Shab-e-Yalda, celebrated annually under the auspices of the Islamic Republic of Iran, is marked with great enthusiasm not only in Iran but also by Iranians residing in various countries. This year, the Iranian Cultural Center in Peshawar organized a grand event that was attended by Deputy Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Hassan Moazzami, Director General of the Cultural Center, DrRead More
National unity vital for Pakistan’s prosperity: NA Speaker
ISLAMABAD, DEC 19 (APP/DNA):Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq emphasized Thursday that all political parties must put aside their differences and work together to achieve national unity, which is crucial for the well-being and prosperity of the nation. In an exclusive talk with a private news channel, he said that all political parties including the opposition must put aside their differences and work collectively for the welfare of the state and nation. This collective effort should focus on discussing and resolving critical issues such as better law andRead More
Info on Pakistan’s cricket teams sensitive, NA told
ISLAMABAD, DEC 19 (DNA): The Cabinet Division on Wednesday refused to share with the National Assembly the salary package of all individuals associated with Pakistan’s cricket teams, stating that information is of a sensitive and confidential nature by its very essence. In its reply during the question hour, the Cabinet Division requested that the physical records being held by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) should be reviewed or examined in camera to ensure confidentiality and safeguard sensitive details. To a question of Asiya Naz Tanoli, the Cabinet Division stated thatRead More
Final candidate list announced for Haripur Press Club elections 2024-25
HARIPUR, DEC 19 (APP/DNA):Election Tribunal, appointed by the Haripur Labour Court Thursday has released the final list of candidates for the Haripur Press Club elections 2024-25. The elections will be held on December 24, 2024, to elect new representatives. For the position of President, Zakir Hussain Tanoli and Shahid Akhtar Awan will contest, while General Secretary candidates include Javed Khan and Malik Shahid Tabassum. The post of Senior Vice President will be contested by Arshad Mehmood Bobi and Syed Khadim Hussain Shah. Candidates for Vice President-I are Malik Jameel KhanRead More