Tribal Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry (TACCI) is going to invite Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz to a grand convention of industrialists and traders of Federally Administered Tribal Area (Fata) and Provincially Administered Tribal Area (Pata) shortly.
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has taken necessary steps to tackle global menace of money laundering and bank transactions with terrorists, and in this connection it was imparting training to its staff, apart from adhering to strict regulations of th
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has taken necessary steps to tackle global menace of money laundering and bank transactions with terrorists, and in this connection it was imparting training to its staff, apart from adhering to strict regulations of th
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police have decided a reshuffle of all Station House Officers(SHOs) and to introduce new and able force in the area because of increasing lawlessness in the federal capital.
The government has been executing schemes worth Rs 558 million for upgradation and renovation of two major hospitals in the federal capital including Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and Federal Government Services Hospital (FGSH).According t
Joint opposition in NWFP Assembly on Tuesday filed a requisition to the assembly secretariat for convening a session. The requisition had the signatures of 42 members of the opposition parties.
Pakistan and Austria will hold talks on bilateral trade and identification of areas for economic co-operation as various ministries have finalised their proposals for the second session of Pak-Austria Joint Working Group (JWG).
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz should pursue the politics of accommodation and tolerance by shunning the politics of conflicts and hatred if he vows to take along the Opposition.
NWFP Senior Minister Siraj-ul-Haq has said that Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA) government after introducing Islamic banking in the province would also encourage other banks to open interest free branches in Frontier Province.
The joint task force of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and the Central Board of Revenue (CBR) on corporate sector would formulate proposals to improve the efficiency of vital sectors of economy.
Pakistan People's Party member Dr Sher Afgan Niazi on Tuesday withdrew his resignation as party's parliamentary leader in the National Assembly following assurance from Sikandar Iqbal and Aftab Sherpao that merit would be the only criterion for representa
Seven activists of Sunni Tehrik and Muttahida Qaumi Movement were injured after a verbal accusation of uncalled for political activities turned into a heavy exchange of fire in the narrow lanes of Ramawasami on early Tuesday morning.
Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmood Kasuri on Tuesday said it was important to associate Kashmiris with efforts to find a just solution to the Jammu & Kashmir dispute and they should be the beneficiary of the Pakistan-India peace process.
Three people died in violence in Indian occupied Kashmir, including a school teacher, who killed in a blast at a busy market, while the brother of an Indian cabinet minister survived an attack, police said on Tuesday.
The new government will find it hard to bring in any 'revolutionary' package for the poor unless defence spending is reduced remarkably and behind-the-scene political power of the military establishment is done away with.
President General Pervez Musharraf directed on Tuesday that all ongoing development projects in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (Fata) be completed on schedule for the socio-economic uplift and welfare of the residents of these areas.
Sindh Chief Minister Dr Arbab Ghulam Rahim on Tuesday called on Sindh Governor Dr Ishratul Ibad here at the Governor House and discussed provincial issues.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said on Tuesday Pakistan-China friendship was an important factor for peace and stability in South Asia and the two were determined to work together for the cause of peace, stability and prosperity for all.
Another main section of Ahmadzai Wazir of Wana sub-division, Sheikh Bazid of Zali Khel tribe, has inked an agreement with the government to ensure safety and security of their respective areas by keeping it free form foreign elements and terrorists activi
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz said on Tuesday that there has to be a close co-ordination between district government and parliamentarians to ensure early completion of development projects.
The United States Congress is currently considering expanded aid programme in Pakistan. Out of $300 million in development assistance annually, $150 million will be for USAID development.
Trade bodies have been advised to immediately forward necessary feedback/inputs relevant to the private sector on the observations, recommendations and proposed action by the first meeting of Planning and Development Division's Working Group on "services"
The State Bank has decided to continue with the prevailing rate of return for export refinancing. "It has been decided that the rate of refinance under the Export Finance Scheme, ie 2.5 percent p.a. will continue to be applicable for the month of Septembe
The State Bank has decided to continue with the prevailing rate of return for export refinancing. "It has been decided that the rate of refinance under the Export Finance Scheme, ie 2.5 percent p.a. will continue to be applicable for the month of Septembe
The Indus River System Authority (Irsa) will take stock of availability of water in the country on Wednesday. It had already convened one meeting of its advisory committee to keep the provinces informed about the water availability/distribution. The body
The Indus River System Authority (Irsa) will take stock of availability of water in the country on Wednesday. It had already convened one meeting of its advisory committee to keep the provinces informed about the water availability/distribution. The body
Chikahiro, Managing Director and CEO of Hinopak Motors Limited, said on Tuesday that Hinopak is going to introduce and present locally assembled CNG buses to the President of Pakistan in Islamabad on Wednesday.
Pakistan Steel (PS) earned a record profit of Rs 6.28 billion in 2003-04, surpassing the target of Rs 0.94 billion, while it produced 1.024 million tons steel products during this period. This was stated by Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Qayyum, Chairman
Pakistan Steel (PS) earned a record profit of Rs 6.28 billion in 2003-04, surpassing the target of Rs 0.94 billion, while it produced 1.024 million tons steel products during this period. This was stated by Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Qayyum, Chairman
Pakistan Steel (PS) earned a record profit of Rs 6.28 billion in 2003-04, surpassing the target of Rs 0.94 billion, while it produced 1.024 million tons steel products during this period. This was stated by Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Qayyum, Chairman
As many as 55 prisoners were exchanged between Pakistan and India, including 36 Indians and 19 Pakistanis in a ceremony held at no man's land at the Wagha check-post here as mark of a goodwill gesture between the two countries. Most of these prisoners wer
As many as 55 prisoners were exchanged between Pakistan and India, including 36 Indians and 19 Pakistanis in a ceremony held at no man's land at the Wagha check-post here as mark of a goodwill gesture between the two countries. Most of these prisoners wer
Shaukat Tarin, Chairman, Pakistan Banks Association, congratulated Shaukat Aziz on being elected as the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Tarin stated that Shaukat Aziz's election is an endorsement of his successful policies, which have
Shaukat Tarin, Chairman, Pakistan Banks Association, congratulated Shaukat Aziz on being elected as the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Tarin stated that Shaukat Aziz's election is an endorsement of his successful policies, which have
Karachi Stock Exchange has extended suspension of trading in the shares of 16 listed companies for further 60 days. According to a notice of KSE, since these companies have not so far removed the cause of suspension of trading in their shares, the managem
Karachi Stock Exchange has extended suspension of trading in the shares of 16 listed companies for further 60 days. According to a notice of KSE, since these companies have not so far removed the cause of suspension of trading in their shares, the managem
The first post-war contract to study Iraq's oilfields is due to be awarded next month, as Iraq's oil wealth tempts foreign firms to bid for relatively small deals on offer despite the country's political turmoil.
India will discuss opportunities for exploring oil and gas in Venezuela when the country's foreign minister visits New Delhi this week, an Indian government spokesman said on Tuesday.
The number of new loan approvals for house purchase in Britain fell to its lowest level in more than a year, according to official data on Tuesday, in a sign of what could be the start of a sustained slowdown in the property market.
The Bangladeshi government Tuesday expressed fears of losing foreign investment due to political tension following a bomb blast at an opposition rally that killed 20 people this month.
UK retail sales grew at their slowest pace in more than a year in August, hit by higher interest rates and bad weather, an industry survey showed on Tuesday.
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) on Tuesday revised its Customs General Order (CGO) No 6, which had brought it under criticism for its allegedly partisan attitude towards selected brands of car manufacturers. It issued the amendment broadly classifying
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) on Tuesday revised its Customs General Order (CGO) No 6, which had brought it under criticism for its allegedly partisan attitude towards selected brands of car manufacturers. It issued the amendment broadly classifying
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) on Tuesday revised its Customs General Order (CGO) No 6, which had brought it under criticism for its allegedly partisan attitude towards selected brands of car manufacturers. It issued the amendment broadly classifying
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Tuesday told an Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) delegation that his government would create hassle-free atmosphere for exporters and business community and it would not tolerate any lapse on the part of Cen