Gulf banks face $307 billion deposit risk if Middle East conflict escalates, S&P warns

Gulf banks could face deposit outflows of up to $307 billion if the Middle East conflict intensifies, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings, highlighting potential risks to the…

Pakistani oil tanker passes Strait of Hormuz via Iran-approved route amid tensions

A Pakistani oil tanker has successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz using a route along Iran’s coastline, despite heightened regional tensions, according to a report by Bloomberg. The vessel,…

Iran’s supreme leader rejects ceasefire proposals as conflict with US enters third week

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has rejected proposals to reduce tensions or agree to a ceasefire with the United States, according to a senior Iranian official, as the conflict enters…

FFC holds 48th annual general meeting, reviews 2025 performance

ISLAMABAD, March 16: Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) held its 48th Annual General Meeting (AGM) with 59 percent shareholder participation, reviewing the company’s financial and operational performance for 2025 and…

Gold price in Pakistan today rises to Rs523,762 per tola after recent drop

Gold price in Pakistan increased to Rs523,762 per tola on Tuesday, recovering from the previous session when rates had dropped to Rs522,762, according to data from the All Pakistan Sarafa…

Rubina Khalid visits Rahim Yar Khan victims, announces Rs1m aid for deceased families

RAHIM YAR KHAN, March 17: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Senator Rubina Khalid visited Sheikh Zayed Hospital in Rahim Yar Khan to inquire after women injured in the recent…

Neymar ruled out as Endrick returns to Brazil squad

Neymar has been left out of Brazil’s squad for upcoming international friendlies after head coach Carlo Ancelotti said the forward is not fully fit. Brazil will face France on March…

Hasnain Ali Mughal

Maroof International Hospital hosts Iftar to promote dialogue and community engagement

ISLAMABAD — Maroof International Hospital, in collaboration with the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), hosted an Iftar dinner in the Diplomatic Enclave, bringing together diplomats, government…

Hamza Foundation seeks government support as thalassemia cases rise in Peshawar

PESHAWAR — The Hamza Foundation Welfare Thalassemia Hospital in Peshawar has appealed to the government for a dedicated building as the number of patients continues to rise, putting pressure on…

Free fruit fly traps distributed among farmers in Swat to protect orchards

SWAT — The Agriculture Department has launched a programme to distribute free fruit fly traps among farmers in Swat, aiming to protect orchards from pest damage and improve crop yield.…

Syed Shahabuddin