Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – In a significant move to ease congestion at the country’s busiest maritime hub, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, announced the waiver of demurrage charges on auctionable containers at the Karachi Port Trust (KPT). The initiative is being implemented in collaboration with KPT’s private terminals.
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Apple Planning Touchscreen OLED MacBook With Powerful M6 Chip
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch a new generation of premium MacBook laptops later this year, featuring a touchscreen OLED display and the upcoming M6-series chips.
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Pakistan to Hold Long-Awaited 5G Spectrum Auction Tomorrow
Pakistan is set to take a major step toward next-generation connectivity as the long-awaited 5G spectrum auction is scheduled to take place tomorrow at 10:00 am in the federal capital.
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PTML to join NGMS/5G spectrum auction, PTCL confirms participation
KARACHI, March 9, 2026: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) announced on Monday that its wholly owned subsidiary, Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (PTML), will participate in the upcoming Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS)/5G spectrum auction scheduled for March 10, 2026.
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Daily Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – March 9, 2026
KARACHI, March 9, 2026: The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association has released the daily gold and silver price update for Monday, providing key benchmarks for investors, jewelry traders, and the general public across Pakistan.
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Gold fever cools in Pakistan as prices plunge Rs6,500 per tola
KARACHI, March 9, 2026: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a sharp decline on Monday, falling by Rs6,500 per tola as international bullion markets experienced downward pressure amid fluctuating global demand and geopolitical uncertainties.
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Port Qasim Reports Daily Vessel Movement for March 9, 2026
KARACHI, March 9, 2026: Port Qasim has released its daily vessels movement report for Monday, providing an update on maritime activities during the past 24 hours to facilitate shipping agents, traders, and logistics stakeholders.
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Christian Bale clarifies “The Bride!” scene, dismisses musical comparison
Christian Bale has set the record straight after a scene in his upcoming film “The Bride!” drew unexpected comparisons to his 1992 Disney musical “Newsies.” The actor, now 52, addressed the remarks during an interview with BuzzFeed ahead of the film’s release, reacting with a mix of amusement and clarification.
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Disney and Pixar’s “Hoppers” tops North American box office with $46 million opening
Disney and Pixar’s latest animated adventure, “Hoppers,” dominated the North American box office this weekend, earning an estimated $46 million over its opening three-day run, according to Comscore. The film’s strong debut reflects the continued appeal of family-friendly animation, drawing audiences across the U.S. and Canada.
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Today’s Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: March 9, 2026
Karachi, March 9, 2026 – Currency exchange companies across Pakistan have announced the latest exchange rates for Monday, March 9, 2026, to assist the general public, travelers, and businesses in planning foreign currency transactions. The rates indicate the buying and selling values of major foreign currencies against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR).
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