President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday again called for Britain to apologise after 15 British sailors were seized by Iran in the Gulf, the state news agency IRNA reported.
President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday again called for Britain to apologise after 15 British sailors were seized by Iran in the Gulf, the state news agency IRNA reported.
The monsoon rains in February 2007 have pushed up water availability for Rabi crops to the highest level. According to official sources, the higher rains in February 2007 raised the irrigation water availability approximately by 1.8 MAF for the Rabi FY07
Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) Chairman Tariq Hamid on Saturday underlined the need for concerted efforts for water conservation, development of available water resources to the optimum, and adapting modern technologies for efficient irriga
The World Bank is likely to extend assistance in the development of the Federally Administered Tribal Area (FATA) for poverty reduction and bringing the backward parts at par with other developed areas of the country.
Director General of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce of Sri Lanka, Ms Manel De Silva, has informed the business community that the next round of dialogue with Pakistan on service sector will be held soon.
With fuel prices expected to be averaging below $60 per barrel, and plan in hand to streamline overheads, PIA has all the potential to successfully revive itself and rebound during the next 12 months. This was stated in a meeting of the airline's Board of
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Saturday said the multifaceted and deep-rooted relationship between Pakistan and Turkey is based on shared heritage, common faith and cultural values as well as identity of views on major regional and international issues.
South Asian officials Saturday recommended observer status for Iran at next week's regional summit which will be dominated by trade amid warming ties between rivals India and Pakistan.
South Asian officials Saturday recommended observer status for Iran at next week's regional summit which will be dominated by trade amid warming ties between rivals India and Pakistan.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has stressed the importance of dispute resolution for exploiting the true potential of the Saarc and said that peace and harmony in the region could change the fate of South Asia, home to 1.4 billion people.
Two Pakistani companies have been included in 2000 high performing companies in the world for faring well in terms of turnover, profits, assets and market value. According to ''Global 2000'' ranking released by American magazine, "Forbes," this week, the
Two Pakistani companies have been included in 2000 high performing companies in the world for faring well in terms of turnover, profits, assets and market value. According to 'Global 2000' ranking released by American magazine, "Forbes," this week, the co
Two Pakistani companies have been included in 2000 high performing companies in the world for faring well in terms of turnover, profits, assets and market value. According to 'Global 2000' ranking released by American magazine, "Forbes," this week, the co
To build confidence between taxpayers and tax collectors, CBR has to ensure the implementation of audit policy in its true spirit. Naved A Andarabi, Advocate Supreme Court of Pakistan and President All Pakistan Income Tax Bar Association said this at a se
Britain has responded by diplomatic note to Iran over its capture of 15 British naval personnel in the Gulf last week, Foreign Secretary Margaret Beckett said on Saturday. "We had a diplomatic note and we have made our response," she told reporters in Bre
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Women Development has taken serious notice of the huge embezzlements in the Gender Reforms Action Plan (GRAP) and Women Crisis Centers funds. The committee expressed grave concern over misuse of funds allocated
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Women Development has taken serious notice of the huge embezzlements in the Gender Reforms Action Plan (GRAP) and Women Crisis Centers funds. The committee expressed grave concern over misuse of funds allocated
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Population Welfare has directed the Ministry of Population Welfare (MoPW) to send the Natpow restructuring plan to Prime Minister for approval.
Federal Minister for Railways, Sheikh Rahsid Ahmad has said that re-election of President Pervez Musharraf would be held till November 12 and all options in this connection were available with the government.
In a major reshuffling, the government posted/transferred four Federal Secretaries on Saturday. Cabinet Secretary Kamran Rasul has been made Secretary, Defence. He is the first civilian bureaucrat who has been posted as Secretary, Defence after ten years.
In a major reshuffling, the government posted/transferred four Federal Secretaries on Saturday. Cabinet Secretary Kamran Rasul has been made Secretary, Defence. He is the first civilian bureaucrat who has been posted as Secretary, Defence after ten years.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has accepted the resignation of PIA Chairman Tariq Kirmani who has been asked to stay in his post until his replacement assumes the charge, expected shortly. This was stated in an official press release issued here on Saturday.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has accepted the resignation of PIA Chairman Tariq Kirmani who has been asked to stay in his post until his replacement assumes the charge, expected shortly. This was stated in an official press release issued here on Saturday.
President General Pervez Musharraf has urged the nation to shun extremism and radicalism and follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) to regain the glorified image of Muslim Ummah.
A 15-member delegation of Pakistan Textile Exporters Association (PTEA) led by Mian Zahid Aslam Chairman left for Gwadar today. Talking to newsmen Mian Zahid Aslam said that the inauguration of Gwadar Port has opened new vistas of industrialisation, inves
China's Chongqing City Commercial Bank has won government approval to sell a 17 percent stake to Hong Kong's Dah Sing Banking Corp for about 700 million yuan, the bank's chairman said on Saturday. The bank is still awaiting the government's nod to sell a
The crisis in Zimbabwe is having a serious effect on the economy of its neighbour Mozambique, with debts unpaid, a collapse in trade and increased smuggling, Mozambican President Armando Guebuza was quoted as saying in local press Saturday.
Japanese electronics retailers Edion Corp and Bic Camera Inc have cancelled plans to merge in a deal that would have created a group with the size to rival industry leader Yamada Denki Co Edion and Bic Camera announced after the market close on Friday.
In the absence of any fresh news or rumour, the share market remained range-bound and finally closed the five-session week, ending on Friday March 30, with a loss of one percent amid slight improvement in turnover.
In the absence of any fresh news or rumour, the share market remained range-bound and finally closed the five-session week, ending on Friday March 30, with a loss of one percent amid slight improvement in turnover.
Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) marking the birthday of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) is being celebrated with religious fervour and traditional zeal throughout the country on Sunday (April It will be a closed holiday and national flag will be hoisted on i
Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) marking the birthday of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) is being celebrated with religious fervour and traditional zeal throughout the country on Sunday (April It will be a closed holiday and national flag will be hoisted on i
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has so far collected Rs 586.298 billion during July-March 2006-07 against the target of Rs 584.5 billion, showing a growth of Rs 1.798 billion. According to the provisional data released on Saturday.
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has so far collected Rs 586.298 billion during July-March 2006-07 against the target of Rs 584.5 billion, showing a growth of Rs 1.798 billion. According to the provisional data released on Saturday.
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has so far collected Rs 586.298 billion during July-March 2006-07 against the target of Rs 584.5 billion, showing a growth of Rs 1.798 billion. According to the provisional data released on Saturday.
CFS investment showed a marginal increase on weekly basis of 0.02 percent to current closing of Rs 43.9 billion. The slight increase in investments was accompanied by drop in financing rates. The rates slipped by 15 basis points (bps) from 12.18 percent o
CFS investment showed a marginal increase on weekly basis of 0.02 percent to current closing of Rs 43.9 billion. The slight increase in investments was accompanied by drop in financing rates. The rates slipped by 15 basis points (bps) from 12.18 percent o
Bearish trend persisted on Karachi Stock Exchange for the third consecutive week ended on March 31, 2007 due to uncertainty on political front both at domestic and international levels. The rollover week for March contracts also created selling pressure o
Bearish trend persisted on Karachi Stock Exchange for the third consecutive week ended on March 31, 2007 due to uncertainty on political front both at domestic and international levels. The rollover week for March contracts also created selling pressure o
Bearish trend persisted on Karachi Stock Exchange for the third consecutive week ended on March 31, 2007 due to uncertainty on political front both at domestic and international levels. The rollover week for March contracts also created selling pressure o
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has withdrawn the condition of submitting National Tax Numbers (NTNs) or Computerised Identity Card Numbers (CNICs) in cases where agents have deducted 2 percent extra withholding tax from suppliers etc operating without
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has withdrawn the condition of submitting National Tax Numbers (NTNs) or Computerised Identity Card Numbers (CNICs) in cases where agents have deducted 2 percent extra withholding tax from suppliers etc operating without
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has withdrawn the condition of submitting National Tax Numbers (NTNs) or Computerised Identity Card Numbers (CNICs) in cases where agents have deducted 2 percent extra withholding tax from suppliers etc operating without
The offices of Daily Business Recorder will remain closed today Sunday (April 1) on account of Eid Mila-un-Nabi (SAW). There will, therefore, be no issue of the paper and Internet Edition tomorrow on Monday (April 2).However arrangements is made to
State Bank of Pakistan Governor Dr Shamshad Akhtar has said that the influx of foreign direct investment (FDI) is likely to touch $7 billion by the end of the current fiscal year. Addressing a seminar, titled 'Economic Profile of Pakistan', at Karachi Exp
President General Pervez Musharraf, highlighting the efforts and measures being taken by the government to promote inter-faith harmony, said on Saturday that exchange of delegations from various religions would be helpful in fostering inter-faith harmony
Bullish sentiment was seen in the open market on Saturday as the rupee picked up five paisa against the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.60 and Rs 60.70, dealers said.
President General Pervez Musharraf, highlighting the efforts and measures being taken by the government to promote inter-faith harmony, said on Saturday that exchange of delegations from various religions would be helpful in fostering inter-faith harmony
Bullish sentiment was seen in the open market on Saturday as the rupee picked up five paisa against the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.60 and Rs 60.70, dealers said.
Image of Pakistan should be strong with better knowledge and training and there is a great potential of Pakistani industry and business in information technology, pharmaceutical, engineering and manufacturing.
Australia were 65-0 after 9 overs chasing 105 in rain-restricted match against Bangladesh at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium here Saturday. The match was reduced to 22 overs a side.
Australia were 65-0 after 9 overs chasing 105 in rain-restricted match against Bangladesh at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium here Saturday. The match was reduced to 22 overs a side.
Pakistan's outgoing cricket captain Inzamam-ul-Haq while admitting responsibility of the national team's defeat in the World Cup, charged foreign media to exaggerate Bob Woomler's news and added that Pakistani media also supported it instead of helping th
Pakistan's outgoing cricket captain Inzamam-ul-Haq while admitting responsibility of the national team's defeat in the World Cup, charged foreign media to exaggerate Bob Woomler's news and added that Pakistani media also supported it instead of helping th
Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Dr Nasim Asharf while suspending central contracts of the national team players announced changes in the structure of the cricket board. Addressing a news conference here on Saturday, Nasim said that in future, the t
Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Dr Nasim Asharf while suspending central contracts of the national team players announced changes in the structure of the cricket board. Addressing a news conference here on Saturday, Nasim said that in future, the t
The Supreme Court has upheld the levy of sales tax on the sale of fixed assets, scrap, etc by the registered persons/concerns/companies. A full bench of the apex court gave an authoritative ruling on 23 appeals filed by CBR, and set aside the judgement of
The Supreme Court has upheld the levy of sales tax on the sale of fixed assets, scrap, etc by the registered persons/concerns/companies. A full bench of the apex court gave an authoritative ruling on 23 appeals filed by CBR, and set aside the judgement of
The Supreme Court has upheld the levy of sales tax on the sale of fixed assets, scrap, etc by the registered persons/concerns/companies. A full bench of the apex court gave an authoritative ruling on 23 appeals filed by CBR, and set aside the judgement of
President Reference against non-functional Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry was challenged by Barrister Zafarullah in the Supreme Court on Saturday, according to Aaj TV channel.
President Reference against non-functional Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry was challenged by Barrister Zafarullah in the Supreme Court on Saturday, according to Aaj TV channel.
The Directorate General of Intelligence and Investigation, Customs and Excise, Islamabad, has rejected allegations made by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) of alleged evasion of duties and taxes by oil refineries, LPG producers, petroleum companie