Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and Secretary General of MMA, Maulana Fazl ur Rehman, has urged the government to build undisputed dams instead of Kalabagh Dam, at the initial stage.
The government received on Monday another blow in the National Assembly when the opposition blocked its bid to take through the house a bill aimed at providing legal cover and support to Shaukat Aziz administration's privatisation policy.
A workshop on "Preparation of Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP-II)" expressed serious concern over poor data system, saying existing information dissemination process was extremely misleading, making the entire policy work dubious.
Commissioner Sindh Employees Social Security Institutions (Sessi) Rasool Bux Phulphoto has asked the medical officers to create congenial atmosphere in the dispensaries and to provide proper health care services to the registered persons.
Traffic remained jam on main roads of the city on Monday because of the movement of President General Musharraf and other VVIPs, who had come to Karachi to motivate newspaper editors, city nazims and politicians thinking alike on different political issue
More than one and a half million faithful are currently performing prayers five times a day in Haram Al-Sharif while their number keeps increasing by several thousands each day as more Muslims from abroad and Saudi Arabia arrive here for performing Haj, w
Network Microfinance Bank Limited (NMBL) launched its mobile branch operations on Friday, December 9, 2005, with the inauguration of its first mobile branch by Jehangir Siddiqui.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has directed banks and DFIs to evaluate a fine outline for the possible system change/conversion and have it properly documented.
Justice M Bilal of the Lahore High Court while adjourning the hearing in a contempt of court proceedings against Allama Iqbal Town Nazim, directed the office to place other petitions of the petitioner before the court.
Minister of state for interior Senator Shahzad Wasim has said the government would provide all possible facilities to industrialists and traders to help them expedite Pakistan's pace of economic development.
A delegation of top American scientific experts led by National Academy of Sciences expert Melvyn Green arrived here on Monday to begin consultations with the government and scientific community regarding earthquake reconstruction policy and planning.
The opposition members criticised the government here in the National Assembly over Zakat disbursement policy, which they said was discriminatory towards Balochistan and NWFP.
The Federal Minister for Law, Justice and Human Rights Wasi Zafar has said that no gender discrimination is being observed in the country and the law provides equal opportunities without any discrimination.
Interior Minister Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao on Monday outlined an action plan to curb human trafficking in a more effective and vigorous way. He presented the plan at a seminar, which was attended by representatives from the European Union, Canada and the
A group of parliamentarians called on Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz in his chamber at the Parliament House on Monday and discussed with him matters of national importance including the ongoing relief measures for the quake victims.
President General Pervez Musharraf has called for undertaking concerted efforts to improve the quality of life by ensuring a clean and healthy environment in Karachi.
President Pervez Musharraf has emphasised the need of projecting the soft image of Pakistan. He was speaking as chief guest at the fifth KaraFilm festival award distribution ceremony here on Sunday night.
President General Pervez Musharraf arrived here on Monday on a three-day visit of the province, an ISPR press release said. Balochistan governor Owais Ahmed Ghani, Chief Minister Jam Muhammad Yousaf, Corps Commander Lieutenant General Hamid Rab Nawaz and
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Monday thanked the World Health Organisation (WHO) for its assistance and co-operation to provide health facilities to the affected people in the quake-hit areas.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday warned another death wave may haunt survivors in the quake-hit areas during next four months if the international community failed in materialising its aid pledges swiftly.
The rupee-dollar official parity rates stuck in tight range in the interbank market on Monday, but somehow retained the week-end levels for buying and selling at 59.78 and 59.79, respectively. In fact, the rupee is under pressure due to year-end payments
The rupee-dollar official parity rates stuck in tight range in the interbank market on Monday, but somehow retained the week-end levels for buying and selling at 59.78 and 59.79, respectively. In fact, the rupee is under pressure due to year-end payments
The US ambassador to Pakistan said on Monday he did not believe Osama bin Laden was still in operational control of al Qaeda and the militant network was in "serious trouble".
The year under review has been highly successful for this company which claims to be one of the constituent members of Ghani Group - an interest free corporate entity. During the year under review it has done massive investment in BMR and its production r
The East Asia Summit (EAS) to be held in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday is likely to consider issues including expansion of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean).
The year under review has been highly successful for this company which claims to be one of the constituent members of Ghani Group - an interest free corporate entity. During the year under review it has done massive investment in BMR and its production r
Pakistan on Monday reiterated its commitment to peace process with India and emphasised the need for flexibility by the other side for the success of the composite dialogue.
A big consignment of relief goods comprising dates, blankets, and tea carried by 29 trailers sent by Iran arrived here on Monday. The relief goods have been stationed in front of the Sports Complex, will be dispatched to the earthquake affected areas.
The Foreign Minister of Iran, Manoucher Mottaki, will visit Pakistan on December 14 and 15 to review bilateral relations and intensify co-operation in areas of mutual interests between the two countries.
The Foreign Minister of Iran, Manoucher Mottaki, will visit Pakistan on December 14 and 15 to review bilateral relations and intensify co-operation in areas of mutual interests between the two countries.
Fauji Foundation on Monday put up for sale a 52 percent stake in Fauji Cement Company Ltd (FCCL). FCCL shares were up 4.8 percent at Rs 28.25 in a broader market that was down 0.4 percent, making a 52 percent stake worth about 91 million dollars, accordin
Fauji Foundation on Monday put up for sale a 52 percent stake in Fauji Cement Company Ltd (FCCL). FCCL shares were up 4.8 percent at Rs 28.25 in a broader market that was down 0.4 percent, making a 52 percent stake worth about 91 million dollars, accordin
Fauji Foundation on Monday put up for sale a 52 percent stake in Fauji Cement Company Ltd (FCCL). FCCL shares were up 4.8 percent at Rs 28.25 in a broader market that was down 0.4 percent, making a 52 percent stake worth about 91 million dollars, accordin
Fauji Foundation on Monday put up for sale a 52 percent stake in Fauji Cement Company Ltd (FCCL). FCCL shares were up 4.8 percent at Rs 28.25 in a broader market that was down 0.4 percent, making a 52 percent stake worth about 91 million dollars, accordin
There is no foreign exchange spending on the part of government while importing vehicles under the transfer of residence, personal baggage and gift schemes for the overseas Pakistanis.
There is no foreign exchange spending on the part of government while importing vehicles under the transfer of residence, personal baggage and gift schemes for the overseas Pakistanis.
There is no foreign exchange spending on the part of government while importing vehicles under the transfer of residence, personal baggage and gift schemes for the overseas Pakistanis.
There is no foreign exchange spending on the part of government while importing vehicles under the transfer of residence, personal baggage and gift schemes for the overseas Pakistanis.
Iran is open to Russian involvement in an ambitious multi-billion-dollar plan to supply India and Pakistan with piped natural gas, the foreign ministry was quoted as saying on Monday.
Iran is open to Russian involvement in an ambitious multi-billion-dollar plan to supply India and Pakistan with piped natural gas, the foreign ministry was quoted as saying on Monday.
Iran is open to Russian involvement in an ambitious multi-billion-dollar plan to supply India and Pakistan with piped natural gas, the foreign ministry was quoted as saying on Monday.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has released 'Resettlement planning document for "Earthquake emergency assistance project" to support the efforts of the Pakistan government in recovery, reconstruction and rehabilitation of the earthquake-affected areas o
Equities showed healthy signs at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where bulls strengthened their positions amid increase in index. ISE network index was plus by 48.42 points as the price-based indicator moved from 12,707.58 to 12,756.00 points.
Equities showed healthy signs at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where bulls strengthened their positions amid increase in index. ISE network index was plus by 48.42 points as the price-based indicator moved from 12,707.58 to 12,756.00 points.
The Lahore share market stayed mixed on Monday, and after undergoing short intra-day corrections, finally settled in the positive zone with the index reaching its highest mark after March 2005.
The Lahore share market stayed mixed on Monday, and after undergoing short intra-day corrections, finally settled in the positive zone with the index reaching its highest mark after March 2005.
Pakistan has asked European Union (EU) to do away with anti-dumping duty on Pakistan''s bed linen, especially keeping in view the earthquake devastation in the country.
Pakistan has asked European Union (EU) to do away with anti-dumping duty on Pakistan's bed linen, especially keeping in view the earthquake devastation in the country.
Pakistan has asked European Union (EU) to do away with anti-dumping duty on Pakistan's bed linen, especially keeping in view the earthquake devastation in the country.
Bulls fought a hard battle to stage a comeback on Monday at Karachi Stock Exchange as several punters resorted to profit taking which resulted in some trimming of share prices in the banking, cement and gas sectors.