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Print - 2005-08-28
SBP defines 'desktop', 'full-scope' evaluation

SBP defines 'desktop', 'full-scope' evaluation

The State Bank of Pakistan said on Saturday that the Desktop Evaluation will only be for the use of credit management purpose of respective banks. Thus, the same will have no impact on provisioning requirement, assessed on the basis of full-scope evaluati
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Export cargo handling under CARE from September

Export cargo handling under CARE from September

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) will launch the next phase of fast cargo clearance system called Customs Administrative Reforms (CARE) to handle export consignments from first week of September 2005. At present, CARE system only deals with clearance of
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Export cargo handling under CARE from September

Export cargo handling under CARE from September

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) will launch the next phase of fast cargo clearance system called Customs Administrative Reforms (CARE) to handle export consignments from first week of September 2005. At present, CARE system only deals with clearance of
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Export cargo handling under CARE from September

Export cargo handling under CARE from September

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) will launch the next phase of fast cargo clearance system called Customs Administrative Reforms (CARE) to handle export consignments from first week of September 2005. At present, CARE system only deals with clearance of
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

The Karachi Electric Supply Corporation (KESC) is likely to be given subsidy of Rs 731 million against tariff determination notification withheld by the federal government for the last six months, it is learnt.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

The Karachi Electric Supply Corporation (KESC) is likely to be given subsidy of Rs 731 million against tariff determination notification withheld by the federal government for the last six months, it is learnt.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

KESC may get Rs 731 million subsidy

The Karachi Electric Supply Corporation (KESC) is likely to be given subsidy of Rs 731 million against tariff determination notification withheld by the federal government for the last six months, it is learnt.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has hinted at grant of $180 million for NWFP under Devolved Social Sector Delivery (DSSD), but termed its use for investment purposes as high risk. It recommended that the government of Pakistan (GoP) must ensure use of DS
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has hinted at grant of $180 million for NWFP under Devolved Social Sector Delivery (DSSD), but termed its use for investment purposes as high risk. It recommended that the government of Pakistan (GoP) must ensure use of DS
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

ADB hints at $180 million grant for Punjab and NWFP

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has hinted at grant of $180 million for NWFP under Devolved Social Sector Delivery (DSSD), but termed its use for investment purposes as high risk. It recommended that the government of Pakistan (GoP) must ensure use of DS
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Cement makers oppose duty-free import

Cement makers oppose duty-free import

The All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association has opposed duty-free import of cement and said it would strongly hurt the domestic cement industry which has barely come out of the crisis of excess production and low demand.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Cement makers oppose duty-free import

Cement makers oppose duty-free import

The All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association has opposed duty-free import of cement and said it would strongly hurt the domestic cement industry which has barely come out of the crisis of excess production and low demand.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Cement makers oppose duty-free import

Cement makers oppose duty-free import

The All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association has opposed duty-free import of cement and said it would strongly hurt the domestic cement industry which has barely come out of the crisis of excess production and low demand.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Treasury Bills auction on August 31

Treasury Bills auction on August 31

The State Bank of Pakistan has invited tenders for the sale of treasury bills for 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month maturity, on August 31. Tenders will be opened at 1130 hours on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, and successful bidders would be required to deposi
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Treasury Bills auction on August 31

Treasury Bills auction on August 31

The State Bank of Pakistan has invited tenders for the sale of treasury bills for 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month maturity, on August 31. Tenders will be opened at 1130 hours on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, and successful bidders would be required to deposi
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Treasury Bills auction on August 31

Treasury Bills auction on August 31

The State Bank of Pakistan has invited tenders for the sale of treasury bills for 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month maturity, on August 31. Tenders will be opened at 1130 hours on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, and successful bidders would be required to deposi
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Treasury Bills auction on August 31

Treasury Bills auction on August 31

The State Bank of Pakistan has invited tenders for the sale of treasury bills for 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month maturity, on August 31. Tenders will be opened at 1130 hours on Wednesday, August 31, 2005, and successful bidders would be required to deposi
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
SPI posts nominal increase

SPI posts nominal increase

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ended August 24 for the lowest income group up to Rs 3,000 and combined has registered nominal increase over previous week.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
SPI posts nominal increase

SPI posts nominal increase

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ended August 24 for the lowest income group up to Rs 3,000 and combined has registered nominal increase over previous week.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (August 27, 2005) and the forecast for Sunday (August 28).
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
SPI posts nominal increase

SPI posts nominal increase

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ended August 24 for the lowest income group up to Rs 3,000 and combined has registered nominal increase over previous week.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Talks with Delhi on terrorism on August 29

Talks with Delhi on terrorism on August 29

Pakistan and India will hold two-day talks on terrorism and drug trafficking from Monday (Tomorrow) within the framework of composite dialogue. An eight-member Pakistan delegation led by Interior Secretary Syed Kamal Shah arrived here on Saturday evening
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Talks with Delhi on terrorism on August 29

Talks with Delhi on terrorism on August 29

Pakistan and India will hold two-day talks on terrorism and drug trafficking from Monday (Tomorrow) within the framework of composite dialogue. An eight-member Pakistan delegation led by Interior Secretary Syed Kamal Shah arrived here on Saturday evening
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (August 27, 2005) and Sunday (August 28, 2005).
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China is going to double its trade volume with Pakistan and increase financial assistance. This was hinted at by the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Zhang Chun Xiang while speaking at a seminar and exhibition on "600th anniversary of Zheng He''s Maritime e
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China is going to double its trade volume with Pakistan and increase financial assistance. This was hinted at by the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Zhang Chun Xiang while speaking at a seminar and exhibition on "600th anniversary of Zheng He's Maritime ex
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China hints at doubling trade with Pakistan

China is going to double its trade volume with Pakistan and increase financial assistance. This was hinted at by the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Zhang Chun Xiang while speaking at a seminar and exhibition on "600th anniversary of Zheng He's Maritime ex
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Iran promises 'breakthrough' in nuclear talks

Iran promises 'breakthrough' in nuclear talks

New proposals from Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will lead to a "breakthrough" and major changes in negotiations over the Islamic republic's nuclear programme, Iran's top negotiator said on Saturday.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Iran promises 'breakthrough' in nuclear talks

Iran promises 'breakthrough' in nuclear talks

New proposals from Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will lead to a "breakthrough" and major changes in negotiations over the Islamic republic's nuclear programme, Iran's top negotiator said on Saturday.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
One killed in Assam grenade attack

One killed in Assam grenade attack

One person was killed and seven others, including two policemen, were wounded on Saturday in a grenade attack by suspected rebels in India's restive north-eastern state of Assam, officials said.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

The Federal government on Saturday issued ordinance to reduce the term from 5 to 3 years for the member of Federal Public Service Commission, who will also not be eligible for re-appointment.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

The Federal government on Saturday issued ordinance to reduce the term from 5 to 3 years for the member of Federal Public Service Commission, who will also not be eligible for re-appointment.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

FPSC (Amendment) Ordinance 2005 promulgated

The Federal government on Saturday issued ordinance to reduce the term from 5 to 3 years for the member of Federal Public Service Commission, who will also not be eligible for re-appointment.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

The government has allowed diplomats to locally sell two vehicles imported without payment of duties and taxes as per new policy to be launched from September 1, 2005.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

The government has allowed diplomats to locally sell two vehicles imported without payment of duties and taxes as per new policy to be launched from September 1, 2005.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

Diplomats allowed to sell 2 imported cars locally

The government has allowed diplomats to locally sell two vehicles imported without payment of duties and taxes as per new policy to be launched from September 1, 2005.
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

President General Pervez Musharraf has expressed confidence that the future of information technology (IT) and telecommunication in Pakistan is extremely bright. He was speaking as chief guest at the inaugural session of the international conference on in
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

President General Pervez Musharraf has expressed confidence that the future of information technology (IT) and telecommunication in Pakistan is extremely bright. He was speaking as chief guest at the inaugural session of the international conference on in
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

Musharraf sees bright future for IT and telecom

President General Pervez Musharraf has expressed confidence that the future of information technology (IT) and telecommunication in Pakistan is extremely bright. He was speaking as chief guest at the inaugural session of the international conference on in
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

State Bank of Pakistan Governor Dr Ishrat Hussain on Saturday sounded warning to banks and other financial institutions to implement Basel-II Accord in its full spirit, or be ready to go down. He said this while delivering presidential address at a semina
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

State Bank of Pakistan Governor Dr Ishrat Hussain on Saturday sounded warning to banks and other financial institutions to implement Basel-II Accord in its full spirit, or be ready to go down. He said this while delivering presidential address at a semina
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

Banks and DFIs advised to adopt Basel-II Accord

State Bank of Pakistan Governor Dr Ishrat Hussain on Saturday sounded warning to banks and other financial institutions to implement Basel-II Accord in its full spirit, or be ready to go down. He said this while delivering presidential address at a semina
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

The State Bank of Pakistan has issued new rules to make ''Primary Dealer system'' more broad-based and meaningful. These new rules will void the earlier Rules circulated vide EDMD circular No 8 dated July 5, 2003. The salient features of the Criteria, Obl
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
THE RUPEE: modest gain versus dollar in interbank market

THE RUPEE: modest gain versus dollar in interbank market

The rupee on Saturday recovered modest ground versus the dollar in the interbank market, rising four paisa for buying and selling at 59.62 and 59.64, respectively. Strong supply of dollar and less demand due to closure of the international market, the rup
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

The State Bank of Pakistan has issued new rules to make 'Primary Dealer system' more broad-based and meaningful. These new rules will void the earlier Rules circulated vide EDMD circular No 8 dated July 5, 2003. The salient features of the Criteria, Oblig
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
THE RUPEE: modest gain versus dollar in interbank market

THE RUPEE: modest gain versus dollar in interbank market

The rupee on Saturday recovered modest ground versus the dollar in the interbank market, rising four paisa for buying and selling at 59.62 and 59.64, respectively. Strong supply of dollar and less demand due to closure of the international market, the rup
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

State Bank issues new rules for primary dealers

The State Bank of Pakistan has issued new rules to make 'Primary Dealer system' more broad-based and meaningful. These new rules will void the earlier Rules circulated vide EDMD circular No 8 dated July 5, 2003. The salient features of the Criteria, Oblig
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
EFU funds rates

EFU funds rates

EFU Life Assurance Ltd announced that the Offer and Bid prices for the following funds effective from Monday August 29, 2005.

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
EFU funds rates

EFU funds rates

EFU Life Assurance Ltd announced that the Offer and Bid prices for the following funds effective from Monday August 29, 2005.

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
EFU funds rates

EFU funds rates

EFU Life Assurance Ltd announced that the Offer and Bid prices for the following funds effective from Monday August 29, 2005.

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Rates of Pipe Fittings

Rates of Pipe Fittings

Pipe fitting rates in rupees prevailing in the markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Iron, steel and other metal rates

Iron, steel and other metal rates

Iron, steel and other metal rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Automart: car prices in Karachi

Automart: car prices in Karachi

The prices of different makes and models of cars prevailing in Karachi in the week ended Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KKI closing rates of currency notes

KKI closing rates of currency notes

Khanani & Kalia International (Pvt) Limited Closing Rates of currency notes on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
World currencies and dollar

World currencies and dollar

Value of the dollar in terms of other world currencies as prevailing in the week ended Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Money Market Report

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Saturday (August 27, 2005).
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Saturday (August 27, 2005).

Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates, maximum rates for payment of interest by authorised dealers on deposits (other than those brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) and on deposits (brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) -- issued by the Foreign Exchange Rates Comm
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

Rates applicable for conversion into rupees of Foreign Currency Deposits, Dollar Bearer Certificates, Foreign Currency Bearer Certificates, Special US Dollar bonds and profits thereon by all banks and also for providing forward cover on foreign currency d
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Japanese missing in Afghanistan

Japanese missing in Afghanistan

Two Japanese tourists are missing in southern Afghanistan, apparently after crossing into the country from Pakistan, Japanese and Pakistani officials said on Saturday. The man and a woman, both teachers, crossed the border from Chaman into Afghanistan on
Published 28 Aug, 2005 12:00am
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