The price of gold in Pakistan has been a subject of significant attention, especially over the past year. Initially, the fluctuations in its price were minor, but in recent months, there has been a dramatic surge, reaching unprecedented levels. As of now, the price of gold per tola stands at a record 299,000 rupees, up from 257,000 rupees in August of the previous year. This sharp rise has raised questions about the factors driving the price of gold and what the future holds, particularly in 2025. Inflation and US Tax One of the key drivers behind the increase in gold…
Author: Web Desk
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is experiencing continued decline, with the Hundred Index falling by more than 1,000 points. As of the latest trading session, the index is trading at 110,920 points, influenced by international market pressures. Stock brokers attribute the ongoing slump to external market factors affecting local sentiment. Earlier, the market had a positive start today, but the Hundred Index saw a loss of 379 points, dropping to 111,555 points. Despite initial gains, the market is under pressure, as observed in the last two trading days. 3rd day of the business week On the third day of the…
On Thursday, February 6, the UAE Dirham (AED) exchange rate in Pakistan witnessed gains, standing at Rs76.01 in the open market. The selling rate also saw an increase of six paisas, reaching Rs76.28. AED to PKR Today – 06 February 2025 As of February 6, the UAE Dirham is being traded at Rs76.01 in the open market. Therefore, 1,000 Dirhams is equivalent to Rs76,010 in Pakistani currency. The UAE and Pakistan share strong economic ties, with the Gulf country consistently extending support to Pakistan when needed. Recently, the UAE rolled over two deposits of $1 billion each placed with Pakistan’s…
On Thursday, February 6, the Saudi Riyal (SAR) exchange rate in Pakistan’s open market gained 02 paisas, reaching Rs74.39. The selling rate also saw a slight increase, standing at Rs74.60 on the fourth day of the new business week. The Saudi riyal is the official currency of Saudi Arabia, abbreviated as SAR or SR. It is subdivided into 100 halalas. SAR to PKR Today – 06 February 2025 As of February 6, the Riyal is being traded at Rs74.39 in the open market. Therefore, 1,000 Saudi Riyals is equivalent to Rs74,390 in Pakistani currency. Saudi Arabia remains the top source…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced its decision to issue licenses for the provision of Fixed Satellite Services (FSS), aimed at enhancing the country’s satellite communication infrastructure. A draft policy outlining the terms and conditions of the new licensing regime has been prepared and released for public consultation. According to the draft, the license will be valid for a period of 15 years, with license holders required to commence services within 18 months of issuance. The initial fee for obtaining an FSS license has been set at $500,000. The license will permit the establishment of fixed earth stations, fixed…
DeepSeek is under scrutiny in Asia as South Korean ministries block it while the Indian finance ministry restricts the use of AI chatbots. According to Reuters, South Korean ministries and the Indian finance ministry have begun a crackdown against artificial intelligence over security concerns. The advisory from the union finance ministry stated, “It has been determined that AI tools and AI apps (such as ChatGPT, DeepSeek, etc.) in office computers and devices pose risks for the confidentiality of (government) data and documents.” A Seoul defense ministry official told AFP, “Blocking measures for DeepSeek have been implemented specifically for military work-related…
Bill Gates recently opened up about his relationship with Paula Hurd for the first time. Paula, a philanthropist and developer, was previously married to Mark Hurd, the CEO of Oracle until his death. Afterwards, Paula started a relationship with Gates, which became official two years ago. Since then, the couple has been spotted at several events like the Paris Olympics, the Breakthrough Prize Ceremony, and Anant Ambani’s wedding. In a recent interview on the Today show, he shared his thoughts on his relationship with Paula, saying, “I’m lucky to have a serious girlfriend named Paula. We’re having fun, going to…
Google Photos for Android offers users more control over how they view their photos and media. With the new update, users can now customize their photo grid view even further. The update allows users to personalize their experience by choosing whether to show or hide photos, GIFs, and videos from other apps within the grid view to keep things more organized and less cluttered. One key addition is the “Show content from other apps” option, which gives users greater control over what appears in the grid. There are two sub-options under this feature. One is “Only show backed-up content,” which…
You no longer need to print documents to sign them as the task can be completed using just phones with two easy features. Both Android and iPhone come with built-in options to add a quick signature onto documents, save a new copy, and send it to whoever you need. For shorter and simpler documents, Apple’s Markup tool and the Google Drive app can be extremely helpful in this minor task. Sign with Google Drive All Android phones come with the Google Drive app, and it can be downloaded onto Apple devices, making signing documents easier. After opening the PDF that…
Cristiano Ronaldo turned 40 on Wednesday, February 5, and received a special birthday gift in New York to mark the occasion. To celebrate his 40th birthday, renowned sculptor Sergio Furnari unveiled a large 12-foot-tall bronze statue of Ronaldo in Times Square. Meanwhile, a large group of his fans gathered in Times Square on Wednesday to perform his famous “Sui” goal celebration. Just two days before his birthday, he scored his 922nd and 923rd career goals during a 4-0 victory for his team, Al-Nassr, against Al Wasi. The fans hoped to set a world record for the largest such celebrations. Furnari…
