Business & Economy

BEIJING: China’s exports of integrated circuits nearly doubled during the first seven months of 2026 amid growing global demand for semiconductor products. According to data released by China’s General Administration of Customs, integrated-circuit exports reached approximately $216 billion between January and July, representing a year-on-year […]

Islamabad: The Privatisation Commission has redesignated the position of Chief Media Officer, held by Mr. Imran Ghaznavi, as Chief Communication Officer (CCO), with immediate effect. The redesignation reflects the Commission’s continued commitment to strengthening its strategic communication framework and aligning its institutional communication functions with […]

Washington: Crude oil prices rose in the global market amid growing concerns over possible supply disruptions as the United States continued its attacks on Iran for an eleventh consecutive day. According to Reuters, Brent crude futures gained 1.1%, or $1, reaching $92.01 per barrel in […]

Lahore: The upward trend in cotton prices continues, with an increase of Rs400 per maund recorded during the past week. Cotton prices have reached Rs18,200 per maund in Punjab and Rs17,700 per maund in Sindh. Meanwhile, the cotton crop is facing difficulties due to a […]

TOKYO (Kyodo/APP):With another hot summer expected this year in Japan, products to help consumers cope with the scorching weather are evolving, ranging from upgraded versions of staple items such as parasols to drink bottles outfitted with misting functions. At a Hands Inc. retail store in […]

ISLAMABAD (APP):The prices of gold witnessed a significant decline in the local market on Wednesday, with the price of 24-karat gold per tola decreasing by Rs4,700 to settle at Rs430,236, according to rates issued by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Similarly, the […]

Rawalpindi, Pakistan – July 7, 2026: Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC), Pakistan’s leading fertilizer manufacturing and marketing company fully backed by intensive and knowledge-based advisory services has further strengthened its commitment to agricultural innovation through its strategic collaboration with Yara International ASA. Founded in Norway […]

KARACHI (APP):Pakistan has achieved a historic milestone on the global philatelic stage as prominent businessman and renowned philatelist M Arif Balgamwala became the first philatelist in the world and the first Pakistani in the country’s 79-year history to win a Gold Medal in the highly […]