One of Malaysia's leading telecom companies is investing 100 million dollars in Pakistan for connecting 107 cities with 4,100 kilometers of fibre optic cable.
The government has decided to celebrate the birthday of national poet and philosopher Allama Iqbal as "Iqbal Day," falling on Thursday (November 9) and has declared it a public holiday.
The government has decided to celebrate the birthday of national poet and philosopher Allama Iqbal as "Iqbal Day," falling on Thursday (November 9) and has declared it a public holiday.
The ''2006 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)'', launched on Monday by Transparency International (TI), points to a strong correlation between corruption and poverty, with a concentration of impoverished states at the bottom of the ranking.
The '2006 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)', launched on Monday by Transparency International (TI), points to a strong correlation between corruption and poverty, with a concentration of impoverished states at the bottom of the ranking.
The '2006 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)', launched on Monday by Transparency International (TI), points to a strong correlation between corruption and poverty, with a concentration of impoverished states at the bottom of the ranking.
Bears strengthened their positions at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where selling-pressure intensified in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in downward direction amid decrease in index.
Bears strengthened their positions at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where selling-pressure intensified in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in downward direction amid decrease in index.
Bombardier Inc and its joint-venture partners in China said on Monday they have won a $326-million contract to deliver 51 metro trains to Shanghai. Bombardier, the world's biggest train manufacturer, said its share of the contract is worth $104 million.
Share prices nose-dived on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) due to multiple factors, including fears of the report to be placed before the National Assembly standing committee on Wednesday for March crisis of the market, news of postponement of NBP deal for sa
Share prices nose-dived on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) due to multiple factors, including fears of the report to be placed before the National Assembly standing committee on Wednesday for March crisis of the market, news of postponement of NBP deal for sa
After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
After a 15-day gap, the prices of galvanised steel products in international market shot up again by $50 per ton on the back skyrocketing zinc prices at London Metal Exchange (LME), importers said on Monday.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has invited the companies from the Saudi kingdom to invest in the mining, oil and gas sectors of Pakistan. He told the visiting Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi that Pakistan is in an ideal position to serve as the regional ener
The Federal Government seems not to have learnt any lesson from Supreme Court''s verdict on Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) sell-off, whereby it was directed to exercise care and ensure extreme transparency while dealing with public offerings.
The Federal Government seems not to have learnt any lesson from Supreme Court's verdict on Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) sell-off, whereby it was directed to exercise care and ensure extreme transparency while dealing with public offerings.
The Federal Government seems not to have learnt any lesson from Supreme Court's verdict on Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) sell-off, whereby it was directed to exercise care and ensure extreme transparency while dealing with public offerings.
To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
To fulfil the pledges made by Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) with the Minfal to start cane crushing operation in the first week of November, mills in Sindh have ignited their boilers, while some mills have started receiving cane.
Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Following abolition of customs and provincial governments check-posts, the government has decided to install 18 scanners at the joint check-posts to be set up at sensitive areas, including Northern Areas, to check movement of contraband goods.
Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan''s missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property unde
Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan's missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property under
Overseas Pakistanis and real estate investors are not clear about payment of capital value tax (CVT) on immovable property in cases where the power of attorney received through Pakistan's missions abroad lack mention of value or area of the property under
On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 11982.40. It closed at 11,673.07 in the red zone with a net negative change of -309.33 or -2.58 percent. It saw intra-day high of 11,982.4 and intra-day low of 11,673.07.
On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 11982.40. It closed at 11,673.07 in the red zone with a net negative change of -309.33 or -2.58 percent. It saw intra-day high of 11,982.4 and intra-day low of 11,673.07.
Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
Heavy profit-taking was observed in the Karachi share market on the back of the reports regarding completion of forensic investigations of March 2005 crisis and its upcoming presentation before the National Assembly panel.
The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
The federal government has decided to award the contract of new Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) to a public sector Chinese company, the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), which will execute the project in the shortest possible time on fast trac
President General Pervez Musharraf on Monday called for restructuring OIC for its effective contribution to socio-economic development of Ummah and could be able to play a central role in portraying true spirit of Islam as the religion of peace and tolera
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
President General Pervez Musharraf on Monday called for restructuring OIC for its effective contribution to socio-economic development of Ummah and could be able to play a central role in portraying true spirit of Islam as the religion of peace and tolera
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
The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government''s attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on ''Gas Tariff''
The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government's attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on 'Gas Tariff' pre
The national standing committee on textile has strongly contested government's attitude towards textile industry as non-supportive, which might lead to its closure. Exports of $17 or 18 billion would only be a pipe dream, says a report on 'Gas Tariff' pre
Ever wondered whether Citibank touted itself as a Christian Bank or a Judaic Bank? Ever noticed any institution in India marketed itself as a Hindu Bank? The answer to these questions is an obvious "no".
Launched by H.E. the President of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf at Sindh Governor's House, the Muslims BIG Business & Investment Gala to be held from 7-13 February 2007 at Karachi Expo Centre.
The global financial services industry is witnessing a rapid in the demand for Islamic Banking services. This demand has essentially been fuelled by the need of Muslims the world over to ensure that their financial and economic dealings are in accordance
Islamic finance on the fast growth trajectory in Pakistan: Islamic banking in Pakistan has shown robust performance since 2003, when State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) issued policies for the promotion of Islamic banking in the country.
By the grace of Allah Almighty, the foundations for veritable Islamic Banking have been laid. Meezan Bank as the first and largest dedicated Islamic Bank in Pakistan is pleased to support this conference and any such forum that strives to promote Islamic
Born out of a passion for our country, and with a vision to put Pakistan on the global IT map, Si3 whole-heartedly supports "Pakistan International Islamic Banking & Money Market Conference 2006" for the second year running, a prestigious event that proje
The Islamic financial system has experienced remarkable growth and transformation during the recent time, demonstrating its potential as a competitive form of financial intermediation.
Thin business was seen on the forward cottonseed oil cake market on Monday as prices were on the higher side due to short supply fears, dealers said. The January vaida was unchanged at Rs 626.00. It did not show any change at the highest and lowest levels
Prices were stable on the cotton market on Monday as buyers were keen to cover the forward requirements, dealers said. The Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) official spot rate was raised by Rs 25 to Rs 2375, without upcountry expenses. Prices of phutti wer
German pasta makers will have to increase prices because of rising costs, especially for hard durum wheat, the German association of pasta manufacturers and durum mills said on Monday. Durum wheat prices have risen by about 30 percent this year, associati