Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Monday said the current wheat crop was an unprecedented one in the country's history and hoped it would yield over 22 million tonnes this year. Addressing a big public meeting after kicking off wheat harvesting at Kasur-Laho
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Monday said the current wheat crop was an unprecedented one in the country's history and hoped it would yield over 22 million tonnes this year. Addressing a big public meeting after kicking off wheat harvesting at Kasur-Laho
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Monday said the current wheat crop was an unprecedented one in the country''s history and hoped it would yield over 22 million tonnes this year. Addressing a big public meeting after kicking off wheat harvesting at Kasur-Lah
A spate of car bombings in Baghdad killed at least 13 Iraqis on Monday as the Australian government vowed to stand firm in the face of insurgent demands that it withdraw its forces from Iraq following the kidnapping of an Australian contractor. A day afte
A spate of car bombings in Baghdad killed at least 13 Iraqis on Monday as the Australian government vowed to stand firm in the face of insurgent demands that it withdraw its forces from Iraq following the kidnapping of an Australian contractor. A day afte
A Parliamentary panel seeking end to unrest in Balochistan approved on Monday the recommendations of one of its two sub-committees, suggesting the federal government to disburse last five-year arrears (around Rs 6 billion) of gas royalty to the province b
A Parliamentary panel seeking end to unrest in Balochistan approved on Monday the recommendations of one of its two sub-committees, suggesting the federal government to disburse last five-year arrears (around Rs 6 billion) of gas royalty to the province b
A Parliamentary panel seeking end to unrest in Balochistan approved on Monday the recommendations of one of its two sub-committees, suggesting the federal government to disburse last five-year arrears (around Rs 6 billion) of gas royalty to the province b
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 7 billion in one day, on May 2, taking the total revenue collection for the first ten months (July-April) of 2004-05 to Rs 447 billion, against Rs 397.249 billion in the corresponding period of last year, re
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 7 billion in one day, on May 2, taking the total revenue collection for the first ten months (July-April) of 2004-05 to Rs 447 billion, against Rs 397.249 billion in the corresponding period of last year, re
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 7 billion in one day, on May 2, taking the total revenue collection for the first ten months (July-April) of 2004-05 to Rs 447 billion, against Rs 397.249 billion in the corresponding period of last year, re
Representatives of various employees unions of the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) here on Monday were apprised of the PTCL privatisation process to allay their concerns and apprehensions in this regard. A meeting was held at the Privati
Representatives of various employees unions of the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) here on Monday were apprised of the PTCL privatisation process to allay their concerns and apprehensions in this regard. A meeting was held at the Privati
Seven persons, including a mother and daughter, were killed while 30 others injured, 15 of them seriously, when a coaster rammed into a stationary truck standing at Al-Sultan Petrol Pump, near Murdidkey on GT Road on Monday. According to police, the coast
Seven persons, including a mother and daughter, were killed while 30 others injured, 15 of them seriously, when a coaster rammed into a stationary truck standing at Al-Sultan Petrol Pump, near Murdidkey on GT Road on Monday. According to police, the coast
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi apologised on Monday for the suffering and pain Japan's military inflicted on thousands of Dutch prisoners during World War Two. "Humbly accepting the fact that Japan inflicted grave damage and pain on people of m
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi apologised on Monday for the suffering and pain Japan's military inflicted on thousands of Dutch prisoners during World War Two. "Humbly accepting the fact that Japan inflicted grave damage and pain on people of m
On the opening day of the National Assembly session on Monday, the Deputy Speaker abruptly adjourned the sitting, saving the treasury from what looked like a sure defeat on a bill. The unexpected adjournment left all and sundry in utter astonishment, as t
On the opening day of the National Assembly session on Monday, the Deputy Speaker abruptly adjourned the sitting, saving the treasury from what looked like a sure defeat on a bill. The unexpected adjournment left all and sundry in utter astonishment, as t
Pakistan clearly wants to have peaceful relations with all its neighbours, including India, so that we can live in peace, we can benefit from each other's growth, markets and talent. Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has said this in an interview to Business We
An unprecedented increase of 50 to 200 percent has been witnessed in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) during the last seven years, said Ishaq Dar, central leader of Pakistan Muslim League (N), while addressing a press conference here on Monday. The recent q
Expressing reservations on the recommendations of the parliamentary committee on Balochistan, opposition parties on Monday once again asked the government to unveil the final report in the Lower House. Parliamentary committee chairman Chaudhry Shujaat Hus
Pakistan Science Foundation, Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Qarshi Foundation, Haji Razzak Haji Habib Janoo Group and Khawaja Foods have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for "Establishment of Project for Tea Plantation in AJ&K." Minister
Minister of State for Information Aneesa Zeb Tahirkheli was hopeful that the National Finance Commission (NFC) award would be finalised before the budget 2005, and in the next fiscal year resources would be divided among provinces under a new formula. She
Federal Minister for Food, Agriculture and Livestock Sikandar Hayat Khan Bosan would open Food & Agro Asia 2005 being held at Alhamra Hall lawn on Tuesday. According to a press release issued here on Monday, Punjab Minister for Agriculture Marketing Rana
A delegation of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has returned home after participating in a three-day 'Made in Pakistan' exhibition arranged by the chamber at Khujand (Tajikistan). LCCI senior vice-president and head of the delegation So
Punjab Chief Minister, Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi has said that the government was giving top priority to the promotion of Information Technology, as it played a pivotal role in the transparency and simplification of the official procedure as well as the capa
According to a report titled "Media in Pakistan: Growing Space, Shrinking Freedoms", more journalists and media organisations were attacked and intimidated during May 3, 2004 to May 3, 2005 involving 120 journalists as against 70 journalists during May 3,
The government has averted a clean bowled-out on the floor of the Lower House on Monday evening when acting chair Sardar Yaqoob Khan adjourned the sitting within seconds of resumption of business after the Maghreb prayer. At the time the house had broken
Federal health minister Nasir Khan said financial mismanagement is hindering the ministry in meeting development targets within allocated budget. He said slow improvement has restrained the health delivery system to respond to the needs of masses. While a
Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Nazim Hussain Siddiqui on Monday called for promoting education and creating awareness among the people about their fundamental and basic rights. He stated this while addressing the participants of the launching ceremony
Sindh Governor Ishrat-ul-Ibad Khan has said that the provincial government has taken a very strong stand at National Finance Commission (NFC) award that it should be based on revenue collection by the provinces. Speaking at a meeting of Site Association o
The Force Commander, Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Sindh, Brigadier Muhammad Farooq Shaukat, has said that drug abuse is a global problem, which is affecting the very fabric of the socio-economic structure of the society. He was speaking at the inaugural ses
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) is considering some other designs for construction of the Schon Circle Underpass after receiving criticism against its present design from people of different walks of society and experts. In fact, it is learnt, the ongoing constr
After completion of additional 100 mgd K-111 water supply project in the next six months, the 100 mgd K-IV water supply project will be taken in hand. This was stated by City Nazim Naimatullah Khan while inaugurating two water supply schemes in separate c
Most wheat growers in lower Sindh districts have completed their harvesting of the wheat crop and already sold it; mostly to parties from Punjab, Balochistan and the NWFP. The procurement done, is very poor, compared to targets. This is because buyers fro
Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA) Deputy Secretary-General, Liaqat Baloch has called upon PPPP leadership to join MMA in their motion against President General Musharraf for restoration of true democracy in the country. Talking to newsmen here, he said that t
The company is the winner of Best Equity and Best Bond House awards from Asiamoney in 2004. The company rightly claims to be one of the largest investment firms in Pakistan in terms of size of shareholders equity, assets and profit after tax (based on fi
Possible emergence of Muslim League as a strong political force in Azad Kashmir has caused anxiety among various circles, as it will affect their base of influence. According to reports, it has been decided to reactivate Muslim League in Azad Kashmir unde
The company is the winner of Best Equity and Best Bond House awards from Asiamoney in 2004. The company rightly claims to be one of the largest investment firms in Pakistan in terms of size of shareholders equity, assets and profit after tax (based on fi
Road link between Punjab and Balochistan via Ziarat, Loralai, Zhob and Raknee has been suspended due to spate in hill torrents, locally known as Rod Kohis, which played havoc in 280 kilometre long belt. Hundreds of truck loaded with fruits and vans are wa
Demand for dollars by corporate sector persisted in the interbank on Monday, but steady inflow helped the rupee to limit its losses, showing no change in its weekend levels for buying and selling at Rs 59.48 and Rs 59.49, dealers said. According to market
Wheat fields after harvesting are being set ablaze by the farmers causing aerial pollution. District Officer Environment (DOE), Malik Zafar Iqbal told APP on Monday that there is no law to check it. He said that this is a usual practice after wheat harves
Demand for dollars by corporate sector persisted in the interbank on Monday, but steady inflow helped the rupee to limit its losses, showing no change in its weekend levels for buying and selling at Rs 59.48 and Rs 59.49, dealers said. According to market
Professor Dr Muhammad Naseer Khan on Monday took over the charge of Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan as Vice Chancellor. A selection committee of the Punjab govt appointed him. He had got Msc, M-Tech, PHD, and Dsc degrees from United Kingdom and serve
Multan police failed to find any clue of a prisoner Mehmood Hussain alias Mooda, who was released by jail staff erroneously. Police conducted raids on his residence and interrogated his relatives but they denied whereabouts of Mooda and said he did not co
Textile Machinery Manufacturer of Taiwan has offered a package for replacement of half century old conventional looms in industrial city with the Shuttle-less looms equipped with the multiple functioning jai-cards. Under this package, a saving of about $5
Kashmir Centre here has been actively lobbying with both ex-British MPs and would be MPs to secure their support for a just solution of the Kashmir issue. The electioneering by all major British parties Labour Party, Conservative Party and Liberal Democra
Senior Superintendent Police of railway Multan, Ahmed Mukhtar said that some extremists were involved in bomb blasts on railway track between Channi Goth and Sadiqabad section and confirmed that it was the similar bomb that were used earlier at Kot Chhutt
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACRE), world's leading provider of anti-fraud training and education, has awarded Zafar I Anjum the globally preferred 'Certified Fraud Examiner' (CFE) designation. The CFEs are knowledgeable in four areas cri
A six-member delegation led by Dr Rasha Al-Sabadh, Deputy Education Minister will visit Pakistan from May 15 to 20. The purpose of their visit is to provide an opportunity to share ideas, develop programmes of common interests and further strengthen broth
The Faisalabad Development Authority (FDA) has finalised rules and regulations for the establishment of housing colonies in its jurisdiction and warned developers to get their projects approved before launching publicity campaigns. FDA sources stated that
The Chinese people, young and old, cherished their friendship with Pakistan and wished to see it flourishing in the years to come to meet their common aspirations. A Chinese leader Wang An Xi said this while talking to newsmen at 'International photo exhi
The Senate Standing Committee on Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs on Monday considered the report of the sub-committee on Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Act, 1973. The committee, which met under the chairmanship of Senator Dr Khalid Ranjha in