According to the official notification, educational institutions will reopen on Monday, August 4, following the two-month break due to the anticipated rise in temperatures. To manage the pre-vacation period, single-shift schools will operate from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM starting May 26, while double-shift schools have been directed to conduct classes in the evening hours […]
As per details, the two leaders reviewed the entire gamut of deep-rooted and fraternal ties between both countries. Ishaq Dar, Prince Faisal bin Farhan reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across all domains. Views were also exchanged on current regional developments. On May 12, Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malkiy, called […]
The rate of 24 karat per tola gold witnessed an increase of Rs3,500 and was sold at Rs351,000 against its sale at Rs347,500 on the previous trading day. The prices of 10 grams of 24 karat also increased by Rs3,000 to Rs300,925 from Rs297,925, whereas the price of 10 grams of 22 Karat went up […]
Since April 28, the number of travelers selecting Newark as their arrival airport declined by 19%, and about 15% fewer travelers chose the airport for departure, according to Booking Holdings’ unit Kayak. The data suggests that safety reports have affected traveler behavior. Travelers are braving longer commutes to avoid Newark, the second-largest of three New […]
The state-owned rail monopoly intends to reduce 2025 spending by an additional 32.5 billion roubles ($408 million), or around 3.5%, to 858.4 billion roubles, due to the revised cargo forecast, according to the document dated March 20. It had already planned to spend 40% less on investment this year than in 2024 in the face […]
According to the report, the inflows include $14.1 billion comprising funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the rollover of deposits by friendly countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and China. The documents reveal that Pakistan secured over $6 billion in external funds during the ten months, including $5.92 billion in […]
As per details, the final phase of budget negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is underway. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had earlier directed that relief measures be introduced for salaried individuals. According to a briefing given to the prime minister, the government collected more tax than anticipated from the salaried segment during […]
As per Forex.pk, 10 grams of 24-karat gold in Saudi Arabia is currently valued at SAR 3,972, with an ounce of gold costing 12,356 Saudi Riyal. The uptick in gold rates reflects ongoing trends in the global commodities market, with the latest pricing update reported at 10:00 a.m. local time. Gold has long held a […]
The Saudi Riyal’s selling rate was noted at Rs75.74. Saudi Arabia’s official currency is denoted as SAR or SR. A single Riyal is divided into 100 halalas. The relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is characterized by a deep-rooted, mutually supportive alliance, reinforced by significant financial aid from the Saudi kingdom. Recently, Saudi Arabia extended […]
In a weekly press briefing, Bruce highlighted the successful mediation of a ceasefire amid escalating tensions. She noted that the two nuclear-armed nations were on the brink of a major conflict, driven by longstanding regional issues fueling terrorism, but the ceasefire has restored the potential for addressing long-term challenges. During the briefing, an Indian journalist’s […]