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Print - 2007-05-18
Emergency health services to be expanded

Emergency health services to be expanded

The Punjab government has decided to expanded emergency services at district and tehsil headquarters level in the province and government had set aside five billion rupees for the purpose. The work on the project would soon be carried out in all district
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
MPDD conducts six-week course for Tehsildars

MPDD conducts six-week course for Tehsildars

Management and Professional Development Department (MPDD) has conducted a six-week short compulsory course for the promotion of Tehsildars into Grade 17.These will be posted in various districts of the province.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Zakat Council forms body to enhance VTIs performance

Zakat Council forms body to enhance VTIs performance

Chairman Provincial Zakat Council (PZC), Justice Muhammad Akram Baittu (Retd) has formed a 4-member committee to further enhance the performance of different vocational training institutes (VTIs) running under Punjab Vocational Training Council throughout
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
UBL's corporate centre in Faisalabad to benefit customers

UBL's corporate centre in Faisalabad to benefit customers

United Bank Limited (UBL), inaugurated its Corporate Centre in Faisalabad, Pakistan's third largest city and industrial hub on April 27, 2007. The centre was inaugurated by the Federal Minister for Textiles, Mushtaq Ali Cheema, Distt. Nazim Faisalabad, Ra
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
225 megawatts power project to help meet future demand

225 megawatts power project to help meet future demand

In a ceremony graced by Liaquat Ali Jatoi, Minister of Water and Power and other high ranking officials of GoP. Atlas Power Limited signed Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Contracts for a 225 MW power plant
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Rangers and BSF officials hold quarterly meeting

Rangers and BSF officials hold quarterly meeting

The quarterly co-ordination meeting between delegations of Pakistan Rangers (Punjab) and Border Security Force, India was held at JCP Wahga (Pakistan side), here on Thursday. Pakistan delegation was headed by Brigadier M Qaiser Khan Tareen, Deputy Directo
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Lawyers continue protest

Lawyers continue protest

Lawyers here on Thursday in the metropolis took out a rally on the Mall Road, which was also joined by political workers and activists of human rights organisations. They also observed strike in protest against the killings in Karachi and suspension of Ch
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Vermeer offers HDD construction technology

Vermeer offers HDD construction technology

"Vermeer", a leading US machinery manufacturing company, has offered to provide the latest construction technology to Pakistan for laying underground utility pipes.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
31.54 percent shortfall in tax collection: Dreshak

31.54 percent shortfall in tax collection: Dreshak

Punjab Finance Minister Sardar Husnain Bahadar Dreshak has said that there is a shortfall of 31.54 percent in the collection of both taxable and non-taxable provincial receipts by the end of the third quarter of the current fiscal year, which is mainly du
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Punjab University confirms large number of faculty members

Punjab University confirms large number of faculty members

The Punjab University has approved the recommendations of Confirmation Committee for the confirmation of faculty members here on Thursday. These teachers include Professor Dr Syed Shahid Ali, Professor Dr Muhammad Akhtar, Professor Dr Muhammad Naeem Khan.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Seminar on health held in Punjab University

Seminar on health held in Punjab University

Punjab University Health Centre organised a one-day seminar on 'High Blood Pressure and Your Health' on Thursday at Institute of Engineering and Technology in connection with World Hypertension Day. Professor Dr Shahyar Sheikh, Professor Dr Saulat Siddiqu
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Grain markets of 18 Punjab cities to be relocated

Grain markets of 18 Punjab cities to be relocated

Punjab Minister for Agricultural Marketing, Syed Akhtar Hussain Rizvi has said that the department has decided to shift fruit and grain markets of 18 cities away from the residential areas as citizens are facing problems due to these markets in thickly po
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Hepatitis screening camps being set up in government hospitals

Hepatitis screening camps being set up in government hospitals

To check the spread of hepatitis through early diagnosis and effective treatment of the disease, the provincial health department is establishing 'Hepatitis Screening Camps' at as many as 20 district government hospitals of the province from May 18 to 25.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
'Jinnah Hospital Kabul to be built in two months'

'Jinnah Hospital Kabul to be built in two months'

The ground breaking ceremony of Pak sponsored 200 bed Jinnah hospital Kabul would be held within a period of two months, Pakistan Ambassador in Afghanistan Tariq Azizuddin said. Three-story Jinnah hospital Kabul to be constructed at an estimated cost of R
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Rickshaws conversion into four-stroke to be allowed

Rickshaws conversion into four-stroke to be allowed

The provincial government has assured the LPG distributors and office bearers of Auto Rickshaw Dealers Association that their problems would be resolved, including those relating to conversion of two-stroke rickshaws into four-stroke three wheelers.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Pakistan sells 150,000 tons wheat

Pakistan sells 150,000 tons wheat

Pakistan has sold about 150,000 tonnes of wheat to Southeast Asian countries for May and June shipments, regional traders said on Thursday. The deals were finalised around $230-$240 a tonne, including cost and freight, for shipments in containers. Malaysi
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Teledensity increases manifold due to reforms: Prime Minister

Teledensity increases manifold due to reforms: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has said teleconnectivity and teledensity in the country has increased manifold due to well thought out and well executed reforms by the present government. He was speaking at a function organised to observe the World Telecommu
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
ADB to finance Rs 22 billion M-4 project

ADB to finance Rs 22 billion M-4 project

On the refusal by the Malaysian government, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has expressed its willingness to finance Rs 22 billion Faisalabad-Khanewal Motorway (M-4) project, a top government official said on Thursday.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Prime Minister leaves for Jordan

Prime Minister leaves for Jordan

Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Thursday left for Jordan for a two-day official visit. The Prime Minister will attend the G-11 Summit meeting and participate in the World Economic Forum, a grouping of middle-income developing countries.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Four drug traffickers nabbed

Four drug traffickers nabbed

The Anti Narcotics Force (ANF) in two different operations arrested four smugglers, including one lady smuggler and two foreigners and recovered 9.5 kilogram heroin from their possession.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
President and Syrian foreign minister discuss Middle East situation

President and Syrian foreign minister discuss Middle East situation

President Pervez Musharraf has underlined the need of positive approach to resolve conflicts facing the Muslim world. The President was talking to Foreign Minister of Syrian Arab Republic Walid Al-Moualem, who called on him at Aiwan-e-Sadr here on Thursda
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
US group warns Pakistan against tainted elections

US group warns Pakistan against tainted elections

Tainted elections in Pakistan could strengthen the hand of militants, a US group that promotes democracy said on Thursday. The independent National Democratic Institute, referring to Pakistan's president and army chief Pervez Musharraf, also said holding
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
US group warns Pakistan against tainted elections

US group warns Pakistan against tainted elections

Tainted elections in Pakistan could strengthen the hand of militants, a US group that promotes democracy said on Thursday. The independent National Democratic Institute, referring to Pakistan's president and army chief Pervez Musharraf, also said holding
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
PTV asked to telecast major sport events

PTV asked to telecast major sport events

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information has directed the PTV to telecast live all major sports events taking place in the country. This direction came in the Committee meeting held on Thursday under the leadership of Rehana Aleem Mashahdi.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Pakistan and Iran sign MoU to renovate Quetta-Taftan track

Pakistan and Iran sign MoU to renovate Quetta-Taftan track

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation has been signed between Pakistan Railway and Iranian Railway. The MoU was signed by Federal Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmed and Iranian Minister for Roads and Transportation Mohammad Rehmati at
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Smeda prepares draft SME package for Fata

Smeda prepares draft SME package for Fata

Small & Medium Enterprises Development Authority (Smeda) has prepared a special package for financing of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (Fata) based business and removal of the reluctance of the commercial banks in extending lending facilities to bus
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors suggested

Withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors suggested

A study conducted by the Central Board of Revenue (CBR) suggests withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors to check low level of compliance without any significant increase in the number registered units within these sectors.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors suggested

Withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors suggested

A study conducted by the Central Board of Revenue (CBR) suggests withdrawal of fixed tax scheme for iron and steel sectors to check low level of compliance without any significant increase in the number registered units within these sectors.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Arzoo Textile becomes operational again

Arzoo Textile becomes operational again

Arzoo Textile is almost fully operational despite massive fire of May 8, said its Chairman of the Company Azhar Majeed Sheikh. He was talking to a group of journalists that visited the mills in Khurarianwala about 25 kilometres from here and physically vi
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Poverty head count down to 23.9 percent

Poverty head count down to 23.9 percent

The poverty head count which stood at 34.5 percent in 2000-01 has come down to 23.9 percent by 2004-05 - a substantial decline of 10.6 percentage points.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Pace of uplift work reviewed

Pace of uplift work reviewed

Punjab Tourism Minister has said that new roads should be constructed in accordance with the traffic plans and keeping in mind the growing traffic in the province. He expressed these views while chairing a meeting that reviewed the pace of development wor
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
'Fata uplift plan to bring area into mainstream'

'Fata uplift plan to bring area into mainstream'

The Fata Sustainable Development Plan reflects the true spirit of the integrated and realistic approach of the government towards rapid development of the area and bring the respective people in the mainstream of development and prosperity at the national
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Rs 9271 million spent on 1,123 Hyderabad uplift schemes

Rs 9271 million spent on 1,123 Hyderabad uplift schemes

The executing authorities have utilised Rs 9,271.375 million against the amount of Rs 16,660.974 million released by the provincial government for spending on 1,123 development schemes in various departments during last three quarters of the financial yea
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Progress of Khushhal Pakistan Programme reviewed

Progress of Khushhal Pakistan Programme reviewed

Minister for Local Government and Rural Development Justice Abdul Razaque Thaheem (Retd) on Thursday reviewed the progress of Khushhal Pakistan Programme and construction of office building complex for the ministry. The PWD officials briefed the minister
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Passco procures 1.06 million tonnes wheat

Passco procures 1.06 million tonnes wheat

Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (Passco) has procured 1,067,358 tonnes wheat, which is 82.10 percent of its 1,300,000 metric tonnes procurement target. However target may be increased. The quantity of wheat procured this year is hig
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Directorate to spread human rights awareness through website

Directorate to spread human rights awareness through website

Provincial Directorate of Human Rights (DHR) has decided to develop a website for fostering human rights sensitisation at gross roots and to guide the human rights victims about legal mechanism of redressal.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Citizens' peace-committee rally on May 21

Citizens' peace-committee rally on May 21

The Citizens' Peace Committee Islamabad will hold a peaceful protest rally against political violence in Karachi, here on May 21. It will start from camp office of Rawalpindi-Islamabad Press Club and culminate at Aabpara Chowk.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Education plays vital role in creating peace: German envoy

Education plays vital role in creating peace: German envoy

Ambassador of Federal Republic of Germany to Pakistan Dr Gunter Mulack has said that education plays vital role to create peace, inter-faith harmony and understanding among the various communities globally, in this regard Germany is providing educational
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Regional Ombudsman offices

Regional Ombudsman offices

The Secretariat of Ombudsman, Sindh, will open three new regional offices in the province stated the spokesman of the Sindh Ombudsman here on Thursday. He said that an opening ceremony would be held at Hotel Marriott on May 19 at 3.45 pm. Sindh Governor D
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
SCCI hails government decision on TOO

SCCI hails government decision on TOO

Acting President of Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) Dr Sarfraz Bashir has thanked Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and Federal Commerce Minister Humayun Akhtar Khan for accepting necessary demands of business community regarding Trade Ordinance
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Karachi carnage dominates Senate session

Karachi carnage dominates Senate session

The combined opposition on Thursday took the Senate hostage amid ear-bursting slogans and desk thumbing against what they called killing of dozens of innocent political activists in Karachi on May 12, compelling the chair to adjourn the House within a fiv
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

Within the Senate hall we chanced to have a glimpse of Senator Anwar Bhinder (PML-Q), Minister Abdul Razzaq Thaheem (ML-F) and Senator Ahmad Ali (MQM) busy in conversation with each other. Three or four Opposition members were also present there but they
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
No ethnic strife in Sindh, says Arbab

No ethnic strife in Sindh, says Arbab

Sindh Chief Minister Dr Arbab Ghulam Rahim has said that all those living in Sindh, particularly in Karachi, are brothers and those who want to involve them in ethnic strife will be thwarted. He stated this while talking to the media after a meeting with
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
KSE suspends POAF provisional trading

KSE suspends POAF provisional trading

The Karachi Stock Exchange has decided to suspend provisional trading in the certificates of Pak Oman Advantage Fund (POAF) with effect from May 21, 2007 till the fund is formally listed on the Ready Board.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
PIA aircraft averts major disaster

PIA aircraft averts major disaster

PIA flight PK791 carrying 175 passengers on-board aborted its take-off from Islamabad Airport at 09:00 am Thursday. The aircraft involved is an A310 wet leased from a Turkish company along with its cockpit crew.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Personal computer sale on rise: Jica

Personal computer sale on rise: Jica

Domestic sales of personal computer (PC) and communication equipment are on increase and it is estimated that sale of PC may reach more than two million by the year 2010. This was indicated in a report of Japan International Co-operation Agency (Jica). Th
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
RCCI for construction of mega dams

RCCI for construction of mega dams

Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has stressed the need for construction of mega dams to meet the energy requirements of the country. "Persistent shortage of electricity would affect the economic growth", said Dr Hasan Sarosh Akram, Presi
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Five-year plan for Mirani Dam command area chalked out

Five-year plan for Mirani Dam command area chalked out

The Federal government has chalked out a five-year comprehensive plan for development of Mirani Dam command area in Makran region, which will cost Rs 650 million. The project PC-1 has been submitted to the Planning Commission for approval in the coming Ce
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
NWFP extends freeze on 25 percent raise in abiyana for three years

NWFP extends freeze on 25 percent raise in abiyana for three years

The NWFP government on Thursday extended freeze on 25 percent annual increase in abiyana for a period of three years and constituted a cabinet committee to review the abiyana rates in other provinces and submit a report for bringing it at par with other p
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Agriculture share in total taxes less than two percent

Agriculture share in total taxes less than two percent

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has found that income from different sources is deliberately reported under the head of agriculture income to evade taxes. The CBR quarterly review released on Thursday reveals that a person having agriculture and non-ag
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Agriculture share in total taxes less than two percent

Agriculture share in total taxes less than two percent

The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has found that income from different sources is deliberately reported under the head of agriculture income to evade taxes. The CBR quarterly review released on Thursday reveals that a person having agriculture and non-ag
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Privatisation Commission clarifies

Privatisation Commission clarifies

A Privatisation Commission spokesman on Thursday said the date for PSO 51 percent stake will be announced shortly. He said pre-qualified parties have completed the site visit phase, which would be followed by pre-bid conference to create better understand
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
De-weaponisation being expedited in Karachi: Durrani

De-weaponisation being expedited in Karachi: Durrani

Former prime minister and head of PML-Q, Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain said that there was no truth in rumour of deal amongst government and any opposition party. He was speaking at Quran Khawani of the wife of Speaker, National Assembly, Chaudhry Ameer Hussai
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
President summons NSC meeting on June 4

President summons NSC meeting on June 4

President General Pervez Musharraf has summoned the meeting of National Security Council on June 4. The meeting will discuss the law and order situation in the country. Invitations have been issued to all members of the Council, including Leader of Opposi
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Curfew imposed in Tank

Curfew imposed in Tank

Troops called out and curfew imposed in Tank on Thursday one day after unidentified gunmen opened fire on security check posts and government buildings, according to information received from the city.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Curfew imposed in Tank

Curfew imposed in Tank

Troops called out and curfew imposed in Tank on Thursday one day after unidentified gunmen opened fire on security check posts and government buildings, according to information received from the city.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Pakistan and India have agreed to extend the existing agreement relating to running Samjhauta Express for another three years. Indian Minister of State for Railways R. Velu informed Lok Sabha on Thursday, the delegations of Indian Railways and Pakistan Ra
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Pakistan and India have agreed to extend the existing agreement relating to running Samjhauta Express for another three years. Indian Minister of State for Railways R. Velu informed Lok Sabha on Thursday, the delegations of Indian Railways and Pakistan Ra
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Samjhauta Express operation period extended for three years

Pakistan and India have agreed to extend the existing agreement relating to running Samjhauta Express for another three years. Indian Minister of State for Railways R. Velu informed Lok Sabha on Thursday, the delegations of Indian Railways and Pakistan Ra
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Karachi Electricity Supply Corporation (KESC), Syed Muhammad Amjad has said that loadshedding in the metropolis will continue for next five years due to increasing electricity demand. However, he hoped the load-shedding issu
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Karachi Electricity Supply Corporation (KESC), Syed Muhammad Amjad has said that loadshedding in the metropolis will continue for next five years due to increasing electricity demand. However, he hoped the load-shedding issu
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Loadshedding to continue for next five years: KESC

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Karachi Electricity Supply Corporation (KESC), Syed Muhammad Amjad has said that loadshedding in the metropolis will continue for next five years due to increasing electricity demand. However, he hoped the load-shedding issu
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Dry milk price up by Rs 600 per 25kg

Dry milk price up by Rs 600 per 25kg

The prices of locally manufactured and imported dry milk have again surged up by 600 per 25 kg in the wholesale market and Rs 20 per kg in the retail market, sources told Business Recorder on Thursday.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (May 17, 2007) and the forecast for Friday (May 18, 2007).
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
CPNE standing body meets today

CPNE standing body meets today

An emergent meeting of the Council of Pakistan Newspapers Standing Committee will be held here on Friday at the CPNE Secretariat, Third Floor Farid Chamber, Abdullah Haroon Road at 2.30 pm under the chairmanship of CPNE President Syed Fasieh Iqbal.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

Thursday's closing prices of New York cotton in US cents/lb.

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
China keen to increase import of Pakistan products

China keen to increase import of Pakistan products

China is interested to increase import of several products from Pakistan along with exploring investment opportunities in various sectors. Sources in Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) told Business Recorder on Thursda
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

Thursday's closing prices of New York cotton in US cents/lb.

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
CJP's visit to Karachi: contempt of court notices issued to officials

CJP's visit to Karachi: contempt of court notices issued to officials

Sindh High Court on Thursday issued notice to federal interior secretary, Sindh chief secretary, home secretary and others for May 22 on contempt application filed by bar representatives alleging they deliberately violated SHC order with regard to providi
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Key stock and currency market movements

Key stock and currency market movements

The latest close of key indices on major world stock exchanges and the London closing values of the euro, the Japanese yen, the British pound and gold bullion (previous day's closes in brackets).

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Accor Group to open more hotels in Pakistan

Accor Group to open more hotels in Pakistan

The Accor Group, after starting Grand Mercure Karachi Airport Hotel, will introduce new hotels in Pakistan ie Sofitel, Novotel and Ibis, which will provide the finest quality services to meet the clientele needs. This was stated by Grand Mercure Hotel Gen
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
'No arms withdrawn from regular police on May 12'

'No arms withdrawn from regular police on May 12'

The law enforcement agencies have arrested 21 persons who were involved in sabotaging law and order situation in the metropolis on May 12, said Home Secretary Sindh Brigadier Ghulam Mohammed Mohtaram (Retd).
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Indian firms want overland imports of Pakistani wheat

Indian firms want overland imports of Pakistani wheat

Private Indian firms will seek government approval to import wheat from Pakistan overland to cut costs, a top industry official said on Thursday. Pakistan has 500,000 tonnes of surplus wheat and traders from India may buy the entire quantity if both count
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (May 17, 2007).

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Thursday (May 17, 2007) and for Friday (May 18, 2007).
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (May 17, 2007).

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves stand at $13,782.8 million

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves stand at $13,782.8 million

The total foreign reserves held by the country stood at $13,782.8 million in the week ending May 12, 2007. The foreign reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan were $11,601.00 million while the net foreign reserves held by banks (other than SBP) were $
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (May 17, 2007).

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Operation to evict Afghans halts

Operation to evict Afghans halts

Security forces on Thursday halted an operation to evict Afghans from a sprawling refugee camp near the border following clashes that left four people dead, officials said.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (May 17, 2007).

Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Lackluster conditions prevail on LSE

Lackluster conditions prevail on LSE

With a drastic decline in trade turnover, the local share market depicted lackluster conditions on account of lacking interest from the potential investors, which forced the benchmark index to close with a depressed note.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
Lackluster conditions prevail on LSE

Lackluster conditions prevail on LSE

With a drastic decline in trade turnover, the local share market depicted lackluster conditions on account of lacking interest from the potential investors, which forced the benchmark index to close with a depressed note.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
US lawmakers blast China piracy ahead of meeting

US lawmakers blast China piracy ahead of meeting

US lawmakers labelled China and Russia the world's two biggest copyright thieves on Thursday, just a few days before the Bush administration hosts Chinese officials for high-level talks.
Published 18 May, 2007 12:00am
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