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Print - 2006-07-16
'LEAs responsible for Allama Turabi's assassination'

'LEAs responsible for Allama Turabi's assassination'

Senior Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA) leader and Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Naib Amir, Liaquat Baloch on Saturday held government and its law enforcing agencies (LEAs) responsible for killing of MMA leader Allama Hassan Turabi 'to divide people on sectarian basi
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Ambassador briefed on PAL-C's working

Ambassador briefed on PAL-C's working

A delegation of Pakistani American Leadership Centre (PAL-C) met with Ambassador Mahmud Ali Durrani, to brief him on PAL-C and the community. It comprised PAL-C Executive Director Fauzia Tariq, and Board of Directors members Mossadaq Chughtai, Pervaiz Lod
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Any hurdle in peace process to encourage extremists: Durrani

Any hurdle in peace process to encourage extremists: Durrani

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Muhammad Ali Durrani said on Saturday that any obstruction to Pakistan-India peace process would encourage and strengthen the hands of extremists and terrorist elements in the region.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
French envoy calls on Hamida

French envoy calls on Hamida

The French Ambassador in Pakistan Regis de Belenet, along with French consul general at Karachi, called on Sindh Minister for Education and Literacy Dr Hamida Khuhro here on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Kasuri snubs Afghan official

Kasuri snubs Afghan official

Rejecting contention that Pakistan has not done enough as absolutely wrong, Foreign Minister Khurshid Kasuri has said that his country has "10,000 reasons" to promote peace and stability in neighbouring Afghanistan.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Fazl terms killing of Turabi loss of MMA

Fazl terms killing of Turabi loss of MMA

The brutal killing of Allama Turabi is a collective loss of all component parties of the Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA), said MMA Secretary General and JUI-F Pakistan Amir Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
EC appointed for intra-PML polls

EC appointed for intra-PML polls

Pakistan Muslim League (PML) President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain has appointed Party's Election Commission to conduct and supervise the election.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Countering terrorism: MoU signed with Philippines

Countering terrorism: MoU signed with Philippines

The Armed Forces of Pakistan and Philippines on Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding on training, exchange of visits and exchange of information to counter terrorism. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Chief of the Armed Forces of Philippines,
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
US lauds Pakistan's efforts against terrorism

US lauds Pakistan's efforts against terrorism

Pakistan's substantial contribution in war against terrorism had degraded al Qaeda's ability to mount global acts of terror and its leadership is scattered, on the run and somewhat frustrated due to its lack of direct control.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Need for effective legislature stressed

Need for effective legislature stressed

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Dr Sher Afgan Niazi on Saturday said a strong and effective legislature is central to success of a democratic system of governance. Speaking at a USAID-sponsored seminar on "Knowledge and Power, the Connection Between Public
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Ruet-e-Hilal bodies meeting on July 26

Ruet-e-Hilal bodies meeting on July 26

The meetings of Zonal and District Ruet-e-Hilal Committees for sighting the moon of Rajab, 1427 Hijri will be held on July 26 (Wednesday) at their respective Headquarters.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Nawaz and Benazir cannot contest elections: Afgan

Nawaz and Benazir cannot contest elections: Afgan

Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Sher Afgan Niazi on Saturday said the next general elections will be held according to schedule adding former prime ministers Nawaz Sharif and Benazir Bhutto cannot contest the elections.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
People advised to adopt precautionary measures during monsoon

People advised to adopt precautionary measures during monsoon

Provincial Health Department has advised the public to take precautionary measures against the spread of monsoon-related diseases such as cholera, rat fever, jaundice, dysentery, dengue fever, skin infections and viral fever.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
MMA announces demonstrations in Sindh today

MMA announces demonstrations in Sindh today

Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal (MMA) Sindh Secretary General Senator Dr Khalid Mehmood Soomro on Saturday announced that the alliance would hold protest demos throughout the district on Sunday against killing of their provincial Vice President Allama Hassan Tura
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
12 Bugti commanders, 80 supporters surrender

12 Bugti commanders, 80 supporters surrender

Twelve Massuri Bugti commanders along with their 80 armed supporters surrendered to the Balochistan government here on Saturday. They handed over their arms to provincial home minister Mir Shoaib Nausherwani and announced their support for the government
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
12 Bugti commanders, 80 supporters surrender

12 Bugti commanders, 80 supporters surrender

Twelve Massuri Bugti commanders along with their 80 armed supporters surrendered to the Balochistan government here on Saturday. They handed over their arms to provincial home minister Mir Shoaib Nausherwani and announced their support for the government
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

Iranian Oil Minister Kazem Vaziri-Hamaneh has said that his country will not sell its gas to India and Pakistan at their proposed price. Speaking to newsmen, Hamaneh said the price proposed by India and Pakistan is based on their domestic prices, IRNA rep
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

Iranian Oil Minister Kazem Vaziri-Hamaneh has said that his country will not sell its gas to India and Pakistan at their proposed price. Speaking to newsmen, Hamaneh said the price proposed by India and Pakistan is based on their domestic prices, IRNA rep
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

No gas sale to Pakistan and India at offered price: Iran

Iranian Oil Minister Kazem Vaziri-Hamaneh has said that his country will not sell its gas to India and Pakistan at their proposed price. Speaking to newsmen, Hamaneh said the price proposed by India and Pakistan is based on their domestic prices, IRNA rep
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
SCRAs post marginal decline

SCRAs post marginal decline

The Special Convertible Rupee Accounts (SCRAs), which amounted to around $15 million ($14.8 million to be exact) during the first 12 days of FY07, registered a marginal decline to $14.6 million on July13, according to the latest SBP update posted on the c
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
SCRAs post marginal decline

SCRAs post marginal decline

The Special Convertible Rupee Accounts (SCRAs), which amounted to around $15 million ($14.8 million to be exact) during the first 12 days of FY07, registered a marginal decline to $14.6 million on July13, according to the latest SBP update posted on the c
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
SCRAs post marginal decline

SCRAs post marginal decline

The Special Convertible Rupee Accounts (SCRAs), which amounted to around $15 million ($14.8 million to be exact) during the first 12 days of FY07, registered a marginal decline to $14.6 million on July13, according to the latest SBP update posted on the c
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
SCRAs post marginal decline

SCRAs post marginal decline

The Special Convertible Rupee Accounts (SCRAs), which amounted to around $15 million ($14.8 million to be exact) during the first 12 days of FY07, registered a marginal decline to $14.6 million on July13, according to the latest SBP update posted on the c
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Israel kills 34 civilians in Lebanon

Israel kills 34 civilians in Lebanon

Israel killed at least 34 civilians on Saturday, including 15 children, in air strikes meant to punish Lebanon for letting Hizbollah guerrillas menace the Jewish state's northern border. For the first time, ports in Christian areas were bombarded and a he
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Israel kills 34 civilians in Lebanon

Israel kills 34 civilians in Lebanon

Israel killed at least 34 civilians on Saturday, including 15 children, in air strikes meant to punish Lebanon for letting Hizbollah guerrillas menace the Jewish state's northern border. For the first time, ports in Christian areas were bombarded and a he
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
September 30 last date to file income tax returns

September 30 last date to file income tax returns

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has asked the taxpayers to ensure filing of income tax returns for the year 2006 by September 30, 2006. In this regard, the Board has issued letters to all taxpayers here on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
September 30 last date to file income tax returns

September 30 last date to file income tax returns

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has asked the taxpayers to ensure filing of income tax returns for the year 2006 by September 30, 2006. In this regard, the Board has issued letters to all taxpayers here on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
September 30 last date to file income tax returns

September 30 last date to file income tax returns

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has asked the taxpayers to ensure filing of income tax returns for the year 2006 by September 30, 2006. In this regard, the Board has issued letters to all taxpayers here on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
60 Taliban die in Afghan clashes

60 Taliban die in Afghan clashes

Afghan and coalition forces said on Saturday they had killed nearly 60 rebels in major clashes with insurgents in southern Afghanistan over the past two days. The government and US-led coalition said meanwhile they were investigating media reports of moun
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
60 Taliban die in Afghan clashes

60 Taliban die in Afghan clashes

Afghan and coalition forces said on Saturday they had killed nearly 60 rebels in major clashes with insurgents in southern Afghanistan over the past two days. The government and US-led coalition said meanwhile they were investigating media reports of moun
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

After grounding of six ageing and over-used Fokker 27 aircraft, the national airliner, PIA, has started direct Islamabad-Peshawar-Chitral and Islamabad-Gilgit C-130 flights with the co-operation of the Pakistan Air Force, which has provided two C-130s to
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

After grounding of six ageing and over-used Fokker 27 aircraft, the national airliner, PIA, has started direct Islamabad-Peshawar-Chitral and Islamabad-Gilgit C-130 flights with the co-operation of the Pakistan Air Force, which has provided two C-130s to
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

PIA starts daily C-130 flight to Peshawar, Chitral, Gilgit

After grounding of six ageing and over-used Fokker 27 aircraft, the national airliner, PIA, has started direct Islamabad-Peshawar-Chitral and Islamabad-Gilgit C-130 flights with the co-operation of the Pakistan Air Force, which has provided two C-130s to
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Pakistan and US enjoy strong ties: Kasuri

Pakistan and US enjoy strong ties: Kasuri

Foreign Minister Khursheed Mahmud Kasuri has said that Pak-US relations are strong and Washington has a very good understanding of Pakistan's contributions to combat terrorism. In an interview with Washington Times, he said his talks with US Secretary of
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
'Talks with Pakistan not on immediate agenda'

'Talks with Pakistan not on immediate agenda'

In the wake of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India-Pakistan talks are not on New Delhi's immediate agenda and a decision to hold parleys will be taken at appropriate time, Indian Minister of State for External Affairs E Ahmed said in Kerala on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
India undecided over peace talks

India undecided over peace talks

India said on Saturday it was still deciding whether to go ahead with high-level peace talks with Pakistan after claiming the Mumbai blasts were carried out with help from "across the border". The talks, slated for next Thursday in New Delhi between top f
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Foreign office denies link of Nepal arrests with Mumbai blasts

Foreign office denies link of Nepal arrests with Mumbai blasts

A foreign office spokesperson on Saturday said the arrest of two Pakistanis in Nepal was not linked to Mumbai blasts. Clarifying media reports regarding their arrest allegedly in connection with the Mumbai blasts, the spokesperson said the Pakistan missio
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Karachi LTU collects Rs 83.482 billion in fiscal year 2006

Karachi LTU collects Rs 83.482 billion in fiscal year 2006

The Large Taxpayers Unit (LTU), Karachi, collected Rs 83.482 billion in the fiscal 2005-06 as compared to Rs 82.92 billion during FY05, depicting an increase of Rs 562 million, according to official figures available here on Saturday. The amount included
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Qatar to invest $2 billion in cement sector: Prime Minister

Qatar to invest $2 billion in cement sector: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Saturday said that Qatar would invest $2 billion in cement and other fields in Pakistan. Presiding over a meeting of the Economic Co-ordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, he said that 'Qatar-Pakistan Investment Company'
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Minfal''s help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

Minfal''s help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

The Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) has written to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock (Minfal) to intervene for the resumption of cotton lint insurance scheme. The insurance companies had refused to resume the scheme as the ginneri
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Minfal's help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

Minfal's help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

The Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) has written to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock (Minfal) to intervene for the resumption of cotton lint insurance scheme. The insurance companies had refused to resume the scheme as the ginneri
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Minfal's help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

Minfal's help sought to resume cotton insurance scheme

The Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) has written to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock (Minfal) to intervene for the resumption of cotton lint insurance scheme. The insurance companies had refused to resume the scheme as the ginneri
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
One killed, four hurt in IoK

One killed, four hurt in IoK

One person was killed and at least four injured in a grenade explosion in Ganderbal area in occupied Kashmir here, on Saturday, Kashmir Media Service reported. The blast occurred at Beehama Chowk in Ganderbal area. The injured have been admitted to a hosp
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

The Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is determined to keep reform policy continue at the local bourses. This was stated by SECP Chairman Razi-ur-Rehman while inaugurating the newly-constructed building of the Central Depository Company
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

The Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is determined to keep reform policy continue at the local bourses. This was stated by SECP Chairman Razi-ur-Rehman while inaugurating the newly-constructed building of the Central Depository Company
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

Reform policy at bourses to continue: SECP

The Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is determined to keep reform policy continue at the local bourses. This was stated by SECP Chairman Razi-ur-Rehman while inaugurating the newly-constructed building of the Central Depository Company
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Overseas Pakistanis'' remittances touched the highest mark at $4,600.12 million during 2005-06), against $4,168.79 million received in the previous year (2004-05), registering an increase of $431.33 million or 10.35 percent.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Overseas Pakistanis' remittances touched the highest mark at $4,600.12 million during 2005-06), against $4,168.79 million received in the previous year (2004-05), registering an increase of $431.33 million or 10.35 percent.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Over $4.6 billion record remittances received

Overseas Pakistanis' remittances touched the highest mark at $4,600.12 million during 2005-06), against $4,168.79 million received in the previous year (2004-05), registering an increase of $431.33 million or 10.35 percent.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Micro-mini hydel power policy by mid-August: AEDB

Micro-mini hydel power policy by mid-August: AEDB

The chairman, Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB), Air Marshal Shahid Hamid (Retd) has said that micro-mini hydel power policy would be ready by mid-August to meet alarming energy shortage. He was addressing the concluding session of a three-day w
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
C&F value of 20 items notified

C&F value of 20 items notified

The value of potato chips, incandescent lamps, tube-lights and energy saver lamps has been fixed in dollars for assessment of sales tax at the import stage. The CBR has issued SRO 732(I)/2006 on Saturday to implement the decision. According to the decisio
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
C&F value of 20 items notified

C&F value of 20 items notified

The value of potato chips, incandescent lamps, tube-lights and energy saver lamps has been fixed in dollars for assessment of sales tax at the import stage. The CBR has issued SRO 732(I)/2006 on Saturday to implement the decision. According to the decisio
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Rules for used cars import relaxed

Rules for used cars import relaxed

The government has decided to allow import of all those five years old vehicles which were laden on shipping vessels on or before June 30, 2006 (12 midnight) under the transfer of residence (TR) scheme. Sources told Business Recorder on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Rules for used cars import relaxed

Rules for used cars import relaxed

The government has decided to allow import of all those five years old vehicles which were laden on shipping vessels on or before June 30, 2006 (12 midnight) under the transfer of residence (TR) scheme. Sources told Business Recorder on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Rules for used cars import relaxed

Rules for used cars import relaxed

The government has decided to allow import of all those five years old vehicles which were laden on shipping vessels on or before June 30, 2006 (12 midnight) under the transfer of residence (TR) scheme. Sources told Business Recorder on Saturday.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9-led consortium on Saturday deposited Rs 11.886 billion (inclusive of Rs 153.975 million interest) as remaining bid money for Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) with the Privatisation Commission, which was followed by signing of share-purchase
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9-led consortium on Saturday deposited Rs 11.886 billion (inclusive of Rs 153.975 million interest) as remaining bid money for Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) with the Privatisation Commission, which was followed by signing of share-purchase
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9 deposits Rs 11.886 billion for PAFL sale

Azgard-9-led consortium on Saturday deposited Rs 11.886 billion (inclusive of Rs 153.975 million interest) as remaining bid money for Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) with the Privatisation Commission, which was followed by signing of share-purchase
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

The economic co-ordination committee (ECC) of the cabinet on Saturday approved a package of Rs 22-25 billion for the textiles sector, but most of the recommendations made by the textiles committee to reduce cost of doing business, especially rationalisati
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

The economic co-ordination committee (ECC) of the cabinet on Saturday approved a package of Rs 22-25 billion for the textiles sector, but most of the recommendations made by the textiles committee to reduce cost of doing business, especially rationalisati
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

ECC approves Rs 25 billion package for textile sector

The economic co-ordination committee (ECC) of the cabinet on Saturday approved a package of Rs 22-25 billion for the textiles sector, but most of the recommendations made by the textiles committee to reduce cost of doing business, especially rationalisati
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Violence continues as Turabi laid to rest

Violence continues as Turabi laid to rest

Central MMA leader and provincial head of Islami Tehrik Allama Hasan Turabi was laid to rest in the premises of Masjid-e-Mustafa, Abbas Town, here on Saturday afternoon in the presence of thousands of mourners. Islami Tehrik chief Allama Sajid Naqvi led h
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Violence continues as Turabi laid to rest

Violence continues as Turabi laid to rest

Central MMA leader and provincial head of Islami Tehrik Allama Hasan Turabi was laid to rest in the premises of Masjid-e-Mustafa, Abbas Town, here on Saturday afternoon in the presence of thousands of mourners. Islami Tehrik chief Allama Sajid Naqvi led h
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Bar association condoles Allama Turabi's demise

Bar association condoles Allama Turabi's demise

Karachi Bar Association (KBA) on Saturday condoled the demise of Allama Hassan Turabi. KBA President Mahmood-ul-Hassan, General Secretary Nadeem Qureshi and other office-bearers expressed their heart-felt sorrow over the death of Allama Hassan Turabi and
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Seminar on nuclear waste on July 17

Seminar on nuclear waste on July 17

The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) will organise a seminar on "Nuclear waste management" here on Monday (July 17). Eminent experts in the field will share their experiences and deliver speeches on the topic.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
World leaders alarmed, angered by Middle East violence

World leaders alarmed, angered by Middle East violence

World leaders on Saturday expressed alarm and anger at the upsurge in violence in the Middle East and sought a solution to the crisis, though differences over who bore responsibility emerged between the United States and some of its partners.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

President General Pervez Musharraf has set export target for 2006-07, at $19.5 billion and asked concerned authorities to work out an effective strategy to show better performance on foreign trade front this time.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

President General Pervez Musharraf has set export target for 2006-07, at $19.5 billion and asked concerned authorities to work out an effective strategy to show better performance on foreign trade front this time.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

Musharraf sets export target at $19.5 billion

President General Pervez Musharraf has set export target for 2006-07, at $19.5 billion and asked concerned authorities to work out an effective strategy to show better performance on foreign trade front this time.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (July 15, 2006) and the forecast for Sunday (July 16, 2006).
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
POL prices to remain unchanged

POL prices to remain unchanged

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) on Saturday announced that the prices of petroleum products for the next fortnight effective from July 16 will remain unchanged, a private TV channel reported.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Your rupee last half year

Your rupee last half year

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last half year. (January 03 to June 30, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
POL prices to remain unchanged

POL prices to remain unchanged

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) on Saturday announced that the prices of petroleum products for the next fortnight effective from July 16 will remain unchanged, a private TV channel reported.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (July 15, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
POL prices to remain unchanged

POL prices to remain unchanged

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) on Saturday announced that the prices of petroleum products for the next fortnight effective from July 16 will remain unchanged, a private TV channel reported.
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (July 15, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz chaired a meeting to review PIA''s performance which was attended among others by senior minister for defence Rao Sikandar Iqbal, adviser to prime minister on finance and revenue Dr Salman Shah, minister of state for defence Kh
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (July 15, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz chaired a meeting to review PIA's performance which was attended among others by senior minister for defence Rao Sikandar Iqbal, adviser to prime minister on finance and revenue Dr Salman Shah, minister of state for defence Kha
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (July 15, 2006) and for Sunday (July 16, 2006).
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Shaukat reviews PIA performance

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz chaired a meeting to review PIA's performance which was attended among others by senior minister for defence Rao Sikandar Iqbal, adviser to prime minister on finance and revenue Dr Salman Shah, minister of state for defence Kha
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
UNSC imposes sanctions on North Korea

UNSC imposes sanctions on North Korea

The UN Security Council voted unanimously on Saturday to impose weapons-related sanctions on North Korea in response to its flurry of missile tests earlier this month. The resolution demands that North Korea suspend "all activities" on its ballistic missi
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
UNSC imposes sanctions on North Korea

UNSC imposes sanctions on North Korea

The UN Security Council voted unanimously on Saturday to impose weapons-related sanctions on North Korea in response to its flurry of missile tests earlier this month. The resolution demands that North Korea suspend "all activities" on its ballistic missi
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Money supply growth slows down

Money supply growth slows down

As a result of tight monetary policy, monetary aggregates have weakened significantly as on June 10 for FY2006 compared with the corresponding period of last year. According to the State Bank (SBP) Third Quarterly Report issued here on Saturday, the growt
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Money supply growth slows down

Money supply growth slows down

As a result of tight monetary policy, monetary aggregates have weakened significantly as on June 10 for FY2006 compared with the corresponding period of last year. According to the State Bank (SBP) Third Quarterly Report issued here on Saturday, the growt
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Money supply growth slows down

Money supply growth slows down

As a result of tight monetary policy, monetary aggregates have weakened significantly as on June 10 for FY2006 compared with the corresponding period of last year. According to the State Bank (SBP) Third Quarterly Report issued here on Saturday, the growt
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (July 15, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Money supply growth slows down

Money supply growth slows down

As a result of tight monetary policy, monetary aggregates have weakened significantly as on June 10 for FY2006 compared with the corresponding period of last year. According to the State Bank (SBP) Third Quarterly Report issued here on Saturday, the growt
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Weakening fiscal indicators, growing current deficit causes of concern

Weakening fiscal indicators, growing current deficit causes of concern

Gradually increasing weakness in fiscal indicators, and the widening of the current account deficit are of serious immediate concerns, requiring corrective policy measures to protect long-term growth prospects of the economy, says the State Bank of Pakist
Published 16 Jul, 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 (July 15, 2006).

Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
Weakening fiscal indicators, growing current deficit causes of concern

Weakening fiscal indicators, growing current deficit causes of concern

Gradually increasing weakness in fiscal indicators, and the widening of the current account deficit are of serious immediate concerns, requiring corrective policy measures to protect long-term growth prospects of the economy, says the State Bank of Pakist
Published 16 Jul, 2006 12:00am
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