German Chancellor Angela Merkel used a trip to Poland on Friday to call for fresh efforts to agree a new constitution for the 27-nation European Union. Merkel, hoping to forge closer personal ties with Polish President Lech Kaczynski during a two-day visi
Major players and short-term margin hunters adopted a cautious approach at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where gainers and losers had a close fight under the lead of trend-setters amid decrease in index.
Major players and short-term margin hunters adopted a cautious approach at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) where gainers and losers had a close fight under the lead of trend-setters amid decrease in index.
The market painted a dull picture on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) on the last trading day of the week following lacking interest, however, sentiment stayed bullish and the market ended with a marginal gain.
The market painted a dull picture on Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) on the last trading day of the week following lacking interest, however, sentiment stayed bullish and the market ended with a marginal gain.
The State Bank of Pakistan has formulated Draft Instructions and Guidelines for Shariah Compliance in Islamic Banking Institutions (IBIs) with a view to further strengthen the Shariah compliance framework in IBIs, SBP said on Friday.
The State Bank of Pakistan has formulated Draft Instructions and Guidelines for Shariah Compliance in Islamic Banking Institutions (IBIs) with a view to further strengthen the Shariah compliance framework in IBIs, SBP said on Friday.
The State Bank of Pakistan has formulated Draft Instructions and Guidelines for Shariah Compliance in Islamic Banking Institutions (IBIs) with a view to further strengthen the Shariah compliance framework in IBIs, SBP said on Friday.
On Friday BRIndex30 opened at 12,289.63 in the positive zone with an upward gap of 24.17 points. It closed at 12,294.28 with a net positive change of 28.82 and percentage change of 0.23. It experienced intra-day high of 12,398.01 and intra-day low of 12,2
On Friday BRIndex30 opened at 12,289.63 in the positive zone with an upward gap of 24.17 points. It closed at 12,294.28 with a net positive change of 28.82 and percentage change of 0.23. It experienced intra-day high of 12,398.01 and intra-day low of 12,2
Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Friday agreed to reduce tariff on betel leaves and herbal cosmetics besides stressing the need for effective steps to realise actual potential of bilateral trade.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Friday agreed to reduce tariff on betel leaves and herbal cosmetics besides stressing the need for effective steps to realise actual potential of bilateral trade.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Friday agreed to reduce tariff on betel leaves and herbal cosmetics besides stressing the need for effective steps to realise actual potential of bilateral trade.
The Karachi share market started on positive note and the KSE-100 index recovered another 63.13 points to close at 11,374.03 points while the KSE-30 index gained 53.44 points to close at 14,252.58 points on Friday.
The Karachi share market started on positive note and the KSE-100 index recovered another 63.13 points to close at 11,374.03 points while the KSE-30 index gained 53.44 points to close at 14,252.58 points on Friday.
The Karachi share market started on positive note and the KSE-100 index recovered another 63.13 points to close at 11,374.03 points while the KSE-30 index gained 53.44 points to close at 14,252.58 points on Friday.
The oil consumption in the country has increased by 17.6 percent to 11.116 million tons in the first eight months of FY07 as compared to 9.452 million tons in the same period last fiscal. According to figures available here the consumption of MS stood at
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
The oil consumption in the country has increased by 17.6 percent to 11.116 million tons in the first eight months of FY07 as compared to 9.452 million tons in the same period last fiscal. According to figures available here the consumption of MS stood at
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 oil consumption in the country has increased by 17.6 percent to 11.116 million tons in the first eight months of FY07 as compared to 9.452 million tons in the same period last fiscal. According to figures available here the consumption of MS stood at
The National Accountably Bureau (NAB) has proposed measures to reduce discretionary powers of the tax officials; change assessment procedures, simplify tax regime and minimise interaction between the tax collectors and the taxpayers to eliminate chances o
The National Accountably Bureau (NAB) has proposed measures to reduce discretionary powers of the tax officials; change assessment procedures, simplify tax regime and minimise interaction between the tax collectors and the taxpayers to eliminate chances o
The breed of bridge players since nineteen eighties, is generally known to be more well equipped with modern techniques and conventions of the game which made them wiser and more perfectionist than their predecessors.
The National Accountably Bureau (NAB) has proposed measures to reduce discretionary powers of the tax officials; change assessment procedures, simplify tax regime and minimise interaction between the tax collectors and the taxpayers to eliminate chances o
After winning both the warm-up games, including a seven-wicket win against number one ranked South Africa, Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq looked confident to give tough time to the West Indies in the World Cup, saying:"All our top order batsmen are able
US Energy Secretary Sam Bodman travels to India next week to discuss ways for the two nations to cooperate on the Asian nation's growing energy thirst.
Since the 9th of March 2007,which will be a day always remembered with sadness in the years to come, the television channels have focused on Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry, and on the decision to make him "non functional". Since the 9th of March
New Zealand won by six wickets against England at Beausejour in a World Cup Group C match on Friday. Netherlands were 86-5 after 30 overs of their group A match against South Africa at Warner Park, chasing 353 to win.
A couple of enjoyable stage plays and exhibitions of paintings, Spanish film festival, a book launching ceremony, the annual Urs of Data Gunj Bakhsh and the observance of International Women Day were the main features of events during last week.
New Zealand won by six wickets against England at Beausejour in a World Cup Group C match on Friday. Netherlands were 86-5 after 30 overs of their group A match against South Africa at Warner Park, chasing 353 to win.
Strange are the ways and vicissitudes of life in the world of entertainment. The once popular artistes, who had spent so many of their precious years and worked so hard to reach the pinnacle of success and touch the apex of glory, are forgotten so soon af
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Friday said that Pakistan has committed to support people of Kashmir to settle the decades old imbroglio in accordance with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Kahanian Des Des Ki (Stories from various countries) is basically a translation from Chinese, Russian, Hindi, Marathi, Urya, Gujarati, Sindhi and Punjabi and Sindhi short stories. One original drama in Urdu has been included. Some stories such as Chinese
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Friday said that Pakistan has committed to support people of Kashmir to settle the decades old imbroglio in accordance with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
By 1946 the partitioning of British India into two nations had become a certainty, but it was not clear where the new international borders would be. Punjab became a bone of contention between, on the one hand, Sikhs and Hindus demanding it be made part o
Pakistan is not likely to opt for International Court of Justice (ICJ) to resolve bilateral disputes with the firms of other countries despite arbitration''s failure, official sources Business Recorder. The federal cabinet scheduled to meet on Mond
This week the most prestigious spot in the capital, in the vicinity of the Parliament, remained in focus with reference to the constitutional debate on the issue of suspension of the Chief Justice and the state of the art complex of the National Art Galle
Pakistan is not likely to opt for International Court of Justice (ICJ) to resolve bilateral disputes with the firms of other countries despite arbitration's failure, official sources Business Recorder. The federal cabinet scheduled to meet on Monda
Quite a sizeable number of women from Pakistan participated in the recently concluded two-day SAARC Business Leaders Conclave in Mumbai. The participation of women entrepreneurs in different international meetings and conferences is a welcome sign.
Pakistan is not likely to opt for International Court of Justice (ICJ) to resolve bilateral disputes with the firms of other countries despite arbitration's failure, official sources Business Recorder. The federal cabinet scheduled to meet on Monda
Urdu, Muslim identity, and Pakistan: Islam and language both contributed to the creation of Pakistan, a state for the Muslims of British India, in 1947.
Pakistan plans to hold an auction on May 5 to sell a majority stake in Pakistan State Oil (PSO) worth about $530 million, a tentative schedule sent to pre-qualified bidders showed. The potential bidders will conduct due diligence for PSO from March 19 to
Police Act 2002 was introduced to improve police performance in the country. A number of changes were also introduced in the criminal code which was being followed from the British time when they ruled India. An effort was made to re-orient, Police functi
Pakistan plans to hold an auction on May 5 to sell a majority stake in Pakistan State Oil (PSO) worth about $530 million, a tentative schedule sent to pre-qualified bidders showed. The potential bidders will conduct due diligence for PSO from March 19 to
Nature has blessed Pakistan with several gifts. Northern areas of the country are counted among the best in the world. Owing to its stunning beauty, which is unmatched in the entire region, the year 2007 is being celebrated as the year of tourism and the
Pakistan plans to hold an auction on May 5 to sell a majority stake in Pakistan State Oil (PSO) worth about $530 million, a tentative schedule sent to pre-qualified bidders showed. The potential bidders will conduct due diligence for PSO from March 19 to
When it comes to moulding public opinion, no newspaper or television or advertisement agency or government can match the skill, ability and expertise of our conservative uncles. They have been especially effective in propagating the idea that women's eman
The Pakistan Telecommunication Limited''''s (PTCL) net profit dipped by 23 percent over the corresponding period''''s net earnings and EPS owing to rapidly declining market tariffs and reduced prices because of high competition.
Singapore bunker prices rose marginally on Friday, forcing buyers to stay away, as the differential to fuel oil rose to $7-$8 a tonne, traders said. "There is not much demand from shipowners, I am also staying away from the market," a Western-based vessel
The Pakistan Telecommunication Limited''s (PTCL) net profit dipped by 23 percent over the corresponding period''s net earnings and EPS owing to rapidly declining market tariffs and reduced prices because of high competition.
The Karachi Port handled 77,687 tonnes cargo including 59,939 tonnes import, 17,748` tonnes export cargo and 2,597 containers during last 24 hours ending at 0700 hours on Friday.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Limited's (PTCL) net profit dipped by 23 percent over the corresponding period's net earnings and EPS owing to rapidly declining market tariffs and reduced prices because of high competition.
A harsh spell of dry weather in Ivory Coast's central Daloa region which has lasted several months is the worst in living memory and is killing off young cocoa trees, farmers and co-operatives said on Friday. Rains have scarcely fallen in the major cocoa
The Pakistan Telecommunication Limited's (PTCL) net profit dipped by 23 percent over the corresponding period's net earnings and EPS owing to rapidly declining market tariffs and reduced prices because of high competition.
Turkish state grain board TMO has purchased 15,000 tonnes of wheat and 235,000 tonnes of corn in an import tender which closed on Thursday, European traders said on Friday. The wheat was from Russia. Some 110,000 tonnes of corn was from Argentina and the
Protests by opposition parties and legal fraternity to show solidarity with non-functional Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry here Friday turned violent when clashes broke out between angry demonstrators and law enforcement agencies.
US FOB soyabean export premiums plunged on Thursday amid pressure from cheaper supplies in Brazil, while corn and wheat held mostly steady, traders said. FOB soyabean offers fell as much as 10 cents a bushel for some shipment periods in a market that norm
Protests by opposition parties and legal fraternity to show solidarity with non-functional Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry here Friday turned violent when clashes broke out between angry demonstrators and law enforcement agencies.
Spot basis bids for corn and soyabeans were mostly steady around the interior US Midwest on Thursday but soya bids fell along rivers due to declining CIF values, grain dealers said. Dealers reported scattered selling of both commodities as farmers tried t
The Supreme Judicial Council has said that there was absolutely no restraint on Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry who can move freely and everyone has access to see him.
Morocco's state grains agency ONICL said on Friday it awarded four trading houses licences to import a total of 50,000 tonnes of US-origin durum wheat. The announcement confirms comments by local traders who said on Wednesday the wheat would be imported a
The Supreme Judicial Council has said that there was absolutely no restraint on Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry who can move freely and everyone has access to see him.
Corn futures at the Chicago Board of Trade closed lower on Thursday in a cautious technical slide with long liquidation by speculators the key feature, traders said. Traders said funds sold 5,000 lots and sell-stops were hit when the May contract broke be
Soft red winter wheat futures at the Chicago Board of Trade closed lower on Thursday, dropping to 5-1/2-month lows toward the close on technical selling by commodity funds, traders said.
Mixed price pattern was seen on the forward cottonseed oilcake market on Friday as prices fluctuated in a narrow band, dealers said. The March vaida did not show any change at the overnight level at Rs 662.50 and that proved to be day's lowest at the same
Hectic trading was seen on the cotton market on Friday as mills resorted to panic buying following the anticipation that the prices may go up in the near future, dealers said. The Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) official spot was unchanged at Rs 2,575, w
Stability prevailed on the grain market on Friday as most of the commodities maintained the overnight levels in process of trading, dealers said. In the middle session of the week, the rates fluctuated slightly but closed at the overnight levels, some dea
Hard red spring wheat futures on the Minneapolis Grain Exchange ended down on Thursday as slipover weakness from Chicago Board of Trade wheat and corn pushed the market to one-month lows, traders said. Both wheat markets firmed at the open, but quickly tu
US cocoa futures contracts closed higher in open-outcry trade on Thursday after a session of tight, range-bound trading, dealers said. "It's so lacklustre (today)," one trader said. "It was a bit of a washout yesterday, specs started selling their positio
US arabica coffee futures settled with slight gains on Thursday, as speculative short-covering was seen halting a three-day slide in prices, analysts said. Despite heavy selling over the past two months, traders noted that oversold conditions amid steady
US copper futures surged to a 13-week high on Thursday, after hefty gains in London fuelled a speculative rally in New York which gained momentum after key chart points were breached, traders and analysts said.
US gold futures ended on Thursday with healthy gains after several sessions of lower closes brought buyers back in to buy the lows, inspired by a rebound in US stock prices, traders said.
Tokyo gold futures were mostly unchanged on Friday after gains were erased due to a drop in Japanese shares which also brought pressure to bear on the dollar, causing it to drop against the euro and yen among others.
Gold held steady on Friday after rising in New York on a rebound in US stocks but the metal would be stuck in a range ahead of the release of key US data.
The spot Chicago Board of Trade rice contract fell to a 4-1/2 month low on Thursday on lingering concerns about export business after Mexico halted several US rice shipments due to biotech concerns, traders said.
Oil deepened losses below $58 a barrel on Friday on worries about a wobbly US economy, with Opec's widely-expected decision on Thursday to keep oil output curbs having little impact. US light crude for April delivery weakened 31 cents to $57.24 a barrel,
Shanghai copper prices jumped 3.1 percent on Friday to their highest since the start of 2007 and came within 30 yuan of their daily limit when the market opened, tracking a 5-percent surge in London futures.
Asian middle distillates ended the week lower, in tandem with US crude futures, but diesel losses were capped in view of stronger physical purchases that supported the front-month April swaps.
Raw sugar futures closed on Thursday at a five-week low on sustained speculative sales and the market may punch lower due to the prospect of bumper supplies and what, so far, is lacklustre demand, brokers said.