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Print - 2006-01-01
Ishrat wants extension in micro-finance network

Ishrat wants extension in micro-finance network

Former governor State Bank of Pakistan Dr Ishrat Husain on Saturday proposed that besides extending the network of micro-finance, co-ordination among the organisations was also needed to cover at least 50 percent of the people living below the poverty lin
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Austrian education minister due today

Austrian education minister due today

At the invitation of Professor Dr Atta-ur-Rahman, Advisor to the Prime Minister for Science and Technology and chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC), a high-profile six-member delegation, led by Professor Dr Elizabeth Gehrer, Minister for Science & E
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Train a step forward in peace process: foreign office

Train a step forward in peace process: foreign office

Foreign Office Spokesperson Tasnim Aslam Saturday said that resumption of Khokhrapar-Munabao train service would be a step forward in the peace process between India and Pakistan. Speaking to PTV, she expressed the hope that the service would improve the
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Washington pledges sustained aid

Washington pledges sustained aid

United States will continue its assistance for the quake affected people till their complete rehabilitation and revival of normal life, US Congressman Jon Porter said here on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Washington pledges sustained aid

Washington pledges sustained aid

United States will continue its assistance for the quake affected people till their complete rehabilitation and revival of normal life, US Congressman Jon Porter said here on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

A delegation of the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) and the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) will visit Tashkent next month to buy long-fiber cotton used in finer yarn directly from Uzbekistan instead of the open market.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

A delegation of the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) and the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) will visit Tashkent next month to buy long-fiber cotton used in finer yarn directly from Uzbekistan instead of the open market.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

Cotton deal: TCP-Aptma team to visit Tashkent soon

A delegation of the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) and the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) will visit Tashkent next month to buy long-fiber cotton used in finer yarn directly from Uzbekistan instead of the open market.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Iran to import 800,000 tonnes of sugar

Iran to import 800,000 tonnes of sugar

Iran will have to import 800,000 tonnes of sugar by March 2007, almost double the estimates for the year to March 2006, the head of Iran's Government Trading Corporation (GTC) Mohammad Sadeq Mofatteh told state television on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Belgacom, Telindus conditionally agree tie-up deal

Belgacom, Telindus conditionally agree tie-up deal

Belgacom and Telindus have reached a conditional agreement on a tie-up, the two companies said late on Friday, amid a bidding war that has pitted Belgium's telecoms giant against France Telecom.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
India to release 3.65 million tonnes of sugar

India to release 3.65 million tonnes of sugar

The Indian government announced on Saturday the release to the market of 3.65 million tonnes of sugar during the January-March quarter to ensure adequate supply and keep prices in check.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Mobilcom seeks more damages from France Telekom

Mobilcom seeks more damages from France Telekom

The bankruptcy administrator of former mobilcom chief and founder Gerhard Schmid wants more damages from France TeleCm, which sold its 27.3 percent stake in the company in May, German magazine Focus reported on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Two soldiers killed in Khuzdar

Two soldiers killed in Khuzdar

Unidentified gunmen shot dead two paramilitary soldiers on Friday night in Khuzdar town, 240 km (150 miles) south of here, police said on Saturday. The soldiers came under attack while they were walking to a marketplace late on Friday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Two soldiers killed in Khuzdar

Two soldiers killed in Khuzdar

Unidentified gunmen shot dead two paramilitary soldiers on Friday night in Khuzdar town, 240 km (150 miles) south of here, police said on Saturday. The soldiers came under attack while they were walking to a marketplace late on Friday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
APHC team to arrive on January 2

APHC team to arrive on January 2

Chairman, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Mirwaiz Umar Farooque, and other Kashmiri political figures will arrive in Pakistan on January 2, sources said here on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
APHC team to arrive on January 2

APHC team to arrive on January 2

Chairman, All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Mirwaiz Umar Farooque, and other Kashmiri political figures will arrive in Pakistan on January 2, sources said here on Saturday.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Gas prices increased

Gas prices increased

The government on Saturday announced increase in gas prices for domestic and commercial consumers by 9.5 percent and 15.51 percent, respectively, from January 1, 2006.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Gas prices increased

Gas prices increased

The government on Saturday announced increase in gas prices for domestic and commercial consumers by 9.5 percent and 15.51 percent, respectively, from January 1, 2006.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Gas prices increased

Gas prices increased

The government on Saturday announced increase in gas prices for domestic and commercial consumers by 9.5 percent and 15.51 percent, respectively, from January 1, 2006.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
No change in refinance rate

No change in refinance rate

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of refinance for January 2006 will remain 7.5 percent per annum.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
No change in refinance rate

No change in refinance rate

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of refinance for January 2006 will remain 7.5 percent per annum.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
No change in refinance rate

No change in refinance rate

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of refinance for January 2006 will remain 7.5 percent per annum.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) year-on-year of 53 daily use items for week ending on December 29, 2005 has shown 7.69 percent increase as compared to the corresponding week of last year.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) year-on-year of 53 daily use items for week ending on December 29, 2005 has shown 7.69 percent increase as compared to the corresponding week of last year.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

SPI up by 7.69 percent than last year

The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) year-on-year of 53 daily use items for week ending on December 29, 2005 has shown 7.69 percent increase as compared to the corresponding week of last year.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
USC reduces 300 edible items'' prices

USC reduces 300 edible items'' prices

Utility Stores Corporation (USC) Managing Director Hafeez Ahmed has said the government has reduced prices of 300 edibles on the occasion of Eidul Azha to facilitate the public.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
USC reduces 300 edible items' prices

USC reduces 300 edible items' prices

Utility Stores Corporation (USC) Managing Director Hafeez Ahmed has said the government has reduced prices of 300 edibles on the occasion of Eidul Azha to facilitate the public.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
USC reduces 300 edible items' prices

USC reduces 300 edible items' prices

Utility Stores Corporation (USC) Managing Director Hafeez Ahmed has said the government has reduced prices of 300 edibles on the occasion of Eidul Azha to facilitate the public.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SBP rate for dollar accounts

SBP rate for dollar accounts

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of remuneration on 20 percent Special Cash Reserve Account (US$) maintained by banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) with the SBP for the month of January 2006 will be 3.39 percen
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SBP rate for dollar accounts

SBP rate for dollar accounts

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of remuneration on 20 percent Special Cash Reserve Account (US$) maintained by banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) with the SBP for the month of January 2006 will be 3.39 percen
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
SBP rate for dollar accounts

SBP rate for dollar accounts

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that the rate of remuneration on 20 percent Special Cash Reserve Account (US$) maintained by banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) with the SBP for the month of January 2006 will be 3.39 percen
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Economic growth helped rupee during 2005

Economic growth helped rupee during 2005

The rupee maintained a firm posture against US dollar in both open market and interbank market during 2005, but in the closing sessions it stuck in a tight range due to importers' hectic buying of greenbacks to meet payment of import bills.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Economic growth helped rupee during 2005

Economic growth helped rupee during 2005

The rupee maintained a firm posture against US dollar in both open market and interbank market during 2005, but in the closing sessions it stuck in a tight range due to importers' hectic buying of greenbacks to meet payment of import bills.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
40 more items allowed zero sales tax

40 more items allowed zero sales tax

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has issued another list of 40 machinery/apparatus items including medical equipment on which sales tax would be charged at the rate of zero-percent at the import stage and local supply under SRO 530(I)/2005.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
40 more items allowed zero sales tax

40 more items allowed zero sales tax

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has issued another list of 40 machinery/apparatus items including medical equipment on which sales tax would be charged at the rate of zero-percent at the import stage and local supply under SRO 530(I)/2005.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
40 more items allowed zero sales tax

40 more items allowed zero sales tax

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has issued another list of 40 machinery/apparatus items including medical equipment on which sales tax would be charged at the rate of zero-percent at the import stage and local supply under SRO 530(I)/2005.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
40 more items allowed zero sales tax

40 more items allowed zero sales tax

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has issued another list of 40 machinery/apparatus items including medical equipment on which sales tax would be charged at the rate of zero-percent at the import stage and local supply under SRO 530(I)/2005.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 302.1 billion in the first half of the current fiscal year (2005-06), against Rs 252.1 billion in the corresponding period of 2004-05, reflecting a growth of 19.8 percent.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 302.1 billion in the first half of the current fiscal year (2005-06), against Rs 252.1 billion in the corresponding period of 2004-05, reflecting a growth of 19.8 percent.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

Rs 302.1 billion revenue collected in six months

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) collected Rs 302.1 billion in the first half of the current fiscal year (2005-06), against Rs 252.1 billion in the corresponding period of 2004-05, reflecting a growth of 19.8 percent.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
'Survivors satisfied with relief goods supply'

'Survivors satisfied with relief goods supply'

National Assembly Deputy Speaker Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob said on Saturday that people living on high altitude in the quake-affected areas have prepared themselves to brave the winter season with the co-ordination of the government and the NGOs.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Daniyal Aziz adjudged well dressed

Daniyal Aziz adjudged well dressed

NRB Chairman Daniyal Aziz and State Minister Sumira Malik were among the 10 different categories for well-dressed personalities for the Year-2005.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Professor Haroon honoured

Professor Haroon honoured

Professor Haroon Rashid Chaudhry, head of Psychiatry Department, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore, executive director, Fountain House and Zonal Representative World Psychiatric Association, has been elected for International Fellowship in recognition of his
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
National Assembly body discusses ADB-sponsored farm loans

National Assembly body discusses ADB-sponsored farm loans

The Standing Committee on Planning and Development of the National Assembly met on Saturday and discussed the first and second agriculture loan programmes sponsored by the Asian Development Bank and the zone-wise development plan of the federal capital by
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

The government, in a significant move on the eve of new year, decided on Saturday to reconstitute the Council of Common Interests and also what could be seen as a major policy shift, decided to achieve ''shared understanding'' on the building of large wat
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

The government, in a significant move on the eve of new year, decided on Saturday to reconstitute the Council of Common Interests and also what could be seen as a major policy shift, decided to achieve 'shared understanding' on the building of large water
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

Cabinet for shared understanding on dams: CCI to be reconstituted

The government, in a significant move on the eve of new year, decided on Saturday to reconstitute the Council of Common Interests and also what could be seen as a major policy shift, decided to achieve 'shared understanding' on the building of large water
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Action to be taken against 17 cement units

Action to be taken against 17 cement units

The Monopoly Control Authority (MCA) will take action against some cement factories next week for non-compliance of the order under section 19 of MRTPO 1970.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Action to be taken against 17 cement units

Action to be taken against 17 cement units

The Monopoly Control Authority (MCA) will take action against some cement factories next week for non-compliance of the order under section 19 of MRTPO 1970.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Action to be taken against 17 cement units

Action to be taken against 17 cement units

The Monopoly Control Authority (MCA) will take action against some cement factories next week for non-compliance of the order under section 19 of MRTPO 1970.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
''Gas pricing formula sent to Iran''

''Gas pricing formula sent to Iran''

Trilateral meeting on Iran-Pakistan-India (IPI) gas pipeline project will be held in February in Tehran to finalise framework agreement, feasibility and project structure, petroleum secretary Ahmed Waqar said.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (December 31, 2005) and the forecast for Sunday (January 01, 2006).
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
'Gas pricing formula sent to Iran'

'Gas pricing formula sent to Iran'

Trilateral meeting on Iran-Pakistan-India (IPI) gas pipeline project will be held in February in Tehran to finalise framework agreement, feasibility and project structure, petroleum secretary Ahmed Waqar said.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
'Gas pricing formula sent to Iran'

'Gas pricing formula sent to Iran'

Trilateral meeting on Iran-Pakistan-India (IPI) gas pipeline project will be held in February in Tehran to finalise framework agreement, feasibility and project structure, petroleum secretary Ahmed Waqar said.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (December 31, 2005) and for Sunday (January 01, 2006).
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
THE RUPEE: six paisa gain versus dollar in interbank

THE RUPEE: six paisa gain versus dollar in interbank

All is well that ends well is proved in the interbank market as the rupee ended the week, and the year, on a happy note, showing a net gain of six paisa in terms of the US currency for buying and selling at 59.73 and 59.75, respectively.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
THE RUPEE: six paisa gain versus dollar in interbank

THE RUPEE: six paisa gain versus dollar in interbank

All is well that ends well is proved in the interbank market as the rupee ended the week, and the year, on a happy note, showing a net gain of six paisa in terms of the US currency for buying and selling at 59.73 and 59.75, respectively.
Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 January 02, 2006.

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 January 02, 2006.

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 January 02, 2006.

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Rates of Pipe Fittings

Rates of Pipe Fittings

Pipe fitting rates in rupees prevailing in the markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
State Bank statement of affairs

State Bank statement of affairs

The statement of affairs of the State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Department, as on 17th December, 2005.

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
State Bank statement of affairs

State Bank statement of affairs

The statement of affairs of the State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Department, as on 17th December, 2005.

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 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 (December 31, 2005).

Published 01 Jan, 2006 12:00am
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