Tunisian coppersmiths bring fresh shine to Ramazan

Tunis, March 22 (AFP/APP): The eve of Ramazan is a frantic time for Tunisian coppersmith Chedli Maghraoui, who skilfully puts a new shine on families’ favourite kitchenware before the Muslim holy month starts. From couscous pots to beloved tea sets, the metalware gets a professional […]

Rupee gains 11 paisa against dollar

ISLAMABAD, Mar 21 (APP): The Pakistan rupee gained 11 paisa against the dollar in the interbank trading on Tuesday and closed at Rs 283.92 against the previous day’s closing of Rs 284.03 According to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates […]

Credit Suisse buyout faces harsh criticism at home

Geneva, March 20 (AFP/APP):UBS’s emergency takeover of its troubled Swiss rival Credit Suisse, with significant backing and arm-twisting from Bern, sparked fears Monday it could weaken the country’s biggest bank and financial sector as a whole. Switzerland was in shock after its largest bank agreed […]

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