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Print - 2007-07-12
Mothers must get basic education

Mothers must get basic education

It is necessary for the better training of children that mothers must get basic education. There is a very common feeling among parents that only sons have the right to achieve higher education.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
One year on, no sign of Israeli-Lebanese prisoner swap

One year on, no sign of Israeli-Lebanese prisoner swap

A large photograph of Samir Kuntar, displayed in the middle of his family residence, greets everyone who enters his childhood home in the Mount Lebanon village of Abey. "I am still waiting for him to come back and light this house with his smile and wisdo
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Foreigners hit by soaring Singapore rents

Foreigners hit by soaring Singapore rents

Malaysian financial executive Ron Tan wasted no time in renewing his lease for a three-bedroom apartment in Singapore when his landlord decided to raise the monthly rent by 300 Singapore dollars (199 US).
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
'White collar crime is more dangerous to society'-II

'White collar crime is more dangerous to society'-II

Despite concerted efforts at all levels in Pakistan corruption went unchecked until National Accountability Ordinance, 1999 was promulgated. The aim and objective of the newly promulgated anti-corruption laws called Accountability Laws read as under:
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Lal Masjid: the day after

Lal Masjid: the day after

Ironically, the 'Operation Silence' has ended on a deafening note. Anything that could go wrong in this attempt at cleansing the Lal Masjid complex of militants did, at times, appear to go wrong but mercifully did not.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Towards greater nuclear power generation

Towards greater nuclear power generation

The government is reported to be pursuing a plan for the acquisition of more nuclear power units with a new vigour. According to a report appearing in this paper the other day, feasibility reports for the setting up of six nuclear power plants have alread
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Several suspects arrested in Sukkur

Several suspects arrested in Sukkur

The Sukkur police arrested dozens of alleged criminals, wanted in cases, under various sections of law during a drive against outlaws and proclaimed offenders here. Police also recovered weapons from their possession. According to Sukkur police on Wednesd
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Altaf lauds successful operation against Jamia Hafsa

Altaf lauds successful operation against Jamia Hafsa

The chief of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Altaf Hussain, has lauded the successful operation against Jamia Hafsa militants. In a statement issued here on Wednesday, he paid glowing tributes to, and commended the role of, the armed forces, particula
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Persian language should be given proper status: speakers

Persian language should be given proper status: speakers

The Persian language must be given proper status keeping in view its literary, cultural, historical and religious importance. Most of the speakers stated this at a seminar-cum-certificate awarding ceremony held at the Cultural CentrE of Islamic Republic o
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
MMA stages rally against Lal Masjid operation

MMA stages rally against Lal Masjid operation

On the call of central leadership of the ruling religion-political alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) in the province staged a protest rally to mourn and condemn the killing of Ghazi Abdur Rashid and students of Jamia Hafsa.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
All activities of religious institutions under check: Sindh IGP

All activities of religious institutions under check: Sindh IGP

Sindh Inspector-General of Police Zia-ul- Hassan has said that all activities of religious teaching institutions (Madariss) in the province are under check and if the police detected any illegal or unlawful act, action would be initiated according to the
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Mixed reaction over Lal Masjid operation

Mixed reaction over Lal Masjid operation

The conflict between the government and Lal Masjid management has divided the whole society as far as their perception about religion is concerned, a survey conducted by this scribe revealed. The Lal Masjid issue has become hot topic of discussion these d
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Nadra and Balochistan-Wasa sign agreement

Nadra and Balochistan-Wasa sign agreement

National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) Balochistan on Wednesday signed an agreement with the Balochistan-Water and Sanitation Authority (B-WASA) for collecting utility bills in the provincial capital and Gwadar through Kiosk machines launched by
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
US citizens asked to limit movements in Peshawar

US citizens asked to limit movements in Peshawar

United States has warned its citizens about moving around Peshawar but considers Pakistan's response to siege of Lal Mosque in Islamabad its internal matter. State Department spokesman Sean McCormack told reporters the US embassy in Islamabad had issued a
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Sales tax reduction for surgical sector demanded

Sales tax reduction for surgical sector demanded

Chairman Surgical Instrument Manufacturers Association of Pakistan (Simap) Aamir Riaz Bhinder has said the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan are taking revolutionary and commendable steps to increase the exports of Pakistan and to nurture the expor
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Energy Asia 2007 starts from August 7

Energy Asia 2007 starts from August 7

In the wake of present critical situation prevailing in Energy Sector of the country, a mega event Energy Asia 2007 is going to take place in the provincial metropolis on August 7-8.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Petition against AMGC: EPT puts off proceedings till September 3

Petition against AMGC: EPT puts off proceedings till September 3

The Environmental Protection Tribunal (EPT) adjourned till September 3, the proceedings in a petition against Alfalah Mini Golf Club (AMGC) for promoting 'Sheesha' (flavourful huqa) which underlines the health hazards caused by the smoke emitted.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
LHC dismisses petitions

LHC dismisses petitions

The Lahore High Court (LHC) dismissed several identical petitions filed by daily wage employees relieved from service by their contractors enlisted with the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation. The petitioner Muhammad Hanif and others were daily w
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
LDDB to set up feedlot fattening farms in Punjab

LDDB to set up feedlot fattening farms in Punjab

Livestock and Dairy Development Board (LDDB) has joined hands with as many as 225 livestock farmers to set up Feedlot Fattening Farms (FFF) across the province under its project to maximise bio-economic and sustainable meat production and its value additi
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Blasphemy case: LHC rejects bail application

Blasphemy case: LHC rejects bail application

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has rejected the bail application of one Imanat involved in a blasphemy case. The accused has been facing the charges of putting the pages of Holy Quran on fire. The accused confessed before the court that he had committed this
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Ume Tayyaba's bail plea hearing adjourned

Ume Tayyaba's bail plea hearing adjourned

Sakhi Muhammad Kahut, Judge of Anti Terrorist Court No 2 for Rawalpindi Division and Federal Capital has adjourned hearing on the bail application of Ume Tayyaba Dua, daughter of Moulana Abdul Aziz, Khateeb (chief priest) of Lal Masjid.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
PIAF concerned over rise in flour price

PIAF concerned over rise in flour price

Pakistan Industrial and Traders Association Front (PIAF) has expressed its concern over rising price of flour and fine flour despite bumper wheat crop in the country. Chairman PIAF Abuzar Shad, in a statement issued here on Wednesday said artificial wheat
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
PHMA concerned over killings of Chinese

PHMA concerned over killings of Chinese

The Central Chairman Pakistan Hardware Merchants Association (PHMA), Sardar Usman Ghani, has expressed its concern over killings of Chinese people in Charsada. He said China has exemplary relations with Pakistan and this type of incident will leave negati
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
PSGMEA calls for de-notification of SEPZ

PSGMEA calls for de-notification of SEPZ

Chairman Pakistan Sports Goods Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PSGMEA) Professor Safdar Sandal has demanded that Sialkot Export Processing Zone should be de-notified.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Lal Masjid operation: MMA's three-day mourning begins in Multan

Lal Masjid operation: MMA's three-day mourning begins in Multan

Three day mourning has begun on Wednesday in Multan and rest of southern Punjab at the call of Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA), holding the government responsible for the killing of innocent people and injuring the sanctity of the mosque and religious insti
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Call for promoting population control plan

Call for promoting population control plan

The Punjab government will spend funds allocated for holding celebrations in connection with 'World Population Day' on the rehabilitation of flood victims in Sindh and Balochistan. Provincial Minister for Population Welfare, Ms Naseem Lodhi stated this wh
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Population Day functions cancelled

Population Day functions cancelled

All ceremonies scheduled to be held in connection with Population Day have been cancelled and the money for expected expenditure amounting Rs 3.5 million will be spent on rehabilitation of the flood victims.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
New building bylaws approved in Punjab

New building bylaws approved in Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi here on Wednesday presiding over a meeting has approved new building bye-laws for cities of Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Gujranwala and Faisalabad in Punjab. These bye-laws would be evenly applied on development
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Lal Masjid issue: PPP demands judicial inquiry

Lal Masjid issue: PPP demands judicial inquiry

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) expressed its grief over the Lal Masjid operation and demanded a judicial inquiry into the matter and steps to avoid such incidents in future. The PPP's vice chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said in a statement that the go
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
NBP disburses Rs 16 million loans among jobless youths

NBP disburses Rs 16 million loans among jobless youths

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) Multan region has disbursed loans worth Rs 16 million among 153 jobless youths under President's Rozgar scheme till June 2007. The NBP Regional Business Chief, Shahzad Akhtar Shami, said that a mark-up of only six percent i
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Pattan Theatre Festival from July 13

Pattan Theatre Festival from July 13

The 2nd Pattan Theatre Festival will be held from July 13 to 18 at the Alhamra Arts Council. Co-ordinator Pattan Lok Natak, William John Pervaiz, told newsmen here on Wednesday that two Indian groups from New Delhi and Chandigarh would also participate in
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
HRCP for inquiry into Lal Masjid operation

HRCP for inquiry into Lal Masjid operation

Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) Multan task force has demanded a high-level independent inquiry into the Lal Masjid operation. Rashid Rehman, advocate, incharge of Multan chapter said that the clumsy manner in which the Lal Masjid operation is
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
INBEST attracts over Rs 2.3 billion investment in two months

INBEST attracts over Rs 2.3 billion investment in two months

Atlas Capital Market's mutual fund advisory service, "INBEST," has supplemented the mobilisation of funds in the mutual fund industry. Launched in the middle of May, the company managed to attract investment of over Rs 2.3 billion into various open-end fu
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
INBEST attracts over Rs 2.3 billion investment in two months

INBEST attracts over Rs 2.3 billion investment in two months

Atlas Capital Market's mutual fund advisory service, "INBEST," has supplemented the mobilisation of funds in the mutual fund industry. Launched in the middle of May, the company managed to attract investment of over Rs 2.3 billion into various open-end fu
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
80 percent area of Kharan hit by floods: Nosharwani

80 percent area of Kharan hit by floods: Nosharwani

Over 2.2 million people have been affected in the recent floods in Balochistan, while around 250,000 people are now homeless and property worth billions of rupees in different areas of the province destroyed.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
SCBP ratings maintained

SCBP ratings maintained

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) has maintained the long-term rating of AAA (Triple A), and the short-term rating of A1+ (A One Plus) of Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan Limited (SCBP). The bank's three listed, subordinated taxpayer facilitation
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
PPL contributes Rs 5 million to President relief fund

PPL contributes Rs 5 million to President relief fund

Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), has contributed five million rupees to the President's Relief Fund and two million rupees worth relief goods for the storm and rain-affected people of Sindh and Balochistan provinces.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
France sends relief goods to flood-hit areas

France sends relief goods to flood-hit areas

France has sent its relief assistance to the flooded areas in Turbat and Jacobabad. French Ambassador to Pakistan, Regis de Belenet and General Farooq of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Manchar Lake discharging some 3,500 cusecs water daily

Manchar Lake discharging some 3,500 cusecs water daily

About 3,500 cusecs of water is being discharged daily from Manchar Lake to river Indus through Aral Wah and Danistar Wah to release the pressure of increasing floodwater that submerged a vast area of Dadu, Maher, Johi and Khairpur Nathan Shah Talukas of d
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Security tightened in interior Sindh

Security tightened in interior Sindh

The law enforcing personnel in interior Sindh were put on alert on Tuesday and Wednesday following operation against Lal Masjid and Jamia Hafsa in Islamabad. Security had been beefed up in the Sukkur, Khairpur, Ghotki, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Jacobabad, Nous
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Wednesday (July 11, 2007) and the forecast for Thursday (July 12, 2007).
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Siemens and NPEL sign contract for wind power projects

Siemens and NPEL sign contract for wind power projects

Siemens Pakistan Engineering Co Ltd and New Park Energy Ltd (NPEL) have signed a contract for the supply of electrical part on turnkey basis for NPEL 50MW Wind Power Project near Gharo.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

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

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

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

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Karim Bux takes charge as Hesco chief executive

Karim Bux takes charge as Hesco chief executive

Chief Engineer Power of Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (Hesco) Sukkur, Karim Bux Qureshi assumed the charge of Hesco Chief Executive on Wednesday. According to a spokesman, Karim Bux Qureshi has been appointed as Hesco CE after retirement of Maqbool Ah
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Atiya Aminuddin soyem held

Atiya Aminuddin soyem held

The Soyem of late Mrs Atiya Aminuddin, wife of late Syed Aminuddin, and sister of Qutubuddin Aziz, Mahmudul Aziz and Khalidul Aziz was held at the Masjid-e-Mubarak in Gizri market between Asr and Maghreb prayers on Tuesday.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Jetro to support Pakistani firms in FOODEX

Jetro to support Pakistani firms in FOODEX

Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) would support participation of reputed companies from Pakistan in FOODEX, scheduled to be held in Japan from March 11 to 14 next year, by almost 70 percent reduction in participation fee.
Published 12 Jul, 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 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Pesco restores power supply to different areas

Pesco restores power supply to different areas

Power Supply to the different areas of Hayatabad, University Road, University Campus, Peshawar Cantonment, Kohat Road and its adjoining areas was restored on Wednesday night. Power supply to these localities was disrupted after some unknown miscreants blo
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
'Men can play pivotal role to forging gender equality'

'Men can play pivotal role to forging gender equality'

Minister for Population Welfare, Chaudhry Shahbaz Hussain said the population welfare programme has played vital role in achieving the objective of population stabilisation for securing generation's future.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
People support government position on Lal Masjid: minister

People support government position on Lal Masjid: minister

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar said on Wednesday that people of Pakistan are against religious extremism and have supported the government position on the Lal Masjid issue.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Managed Fund prices

NJLI Managed Fund prices

New Jubilee Life Insurance Company has announced the offer and bid price per unit for the following funds effective from Thursday, July 12, 2007.

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Managed Fund prices

NJLI Managed Fund prices

New Jubilee Life Insurance Company has announced the offer and bid price per unit for the following funds effective from Thursday, July 12, 2007.

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Lal Masjid operation puts pressure on madrassahs

Lal Masjid operation puts pressure on madrassahs

The operation at Islamabad's Lal Masjid has again turned the spotlight on Pakistan's madrassahs, which are accused of links to attacks at home, in neighbouring Afghanistan and as far away as London.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Managed Fund prices

NJLI Managed Fund prices

New Jubilee Life Insurance Company has announced the offer and bid price per unit for the following funds effective from Thursday, July 12, 2007.

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates

Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates

Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Ruet body meeting on July 15

Ruet body meeting on July 15

The meeting of Zonal Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will be held on Sunday July 15, 2007 for sighting of Rajab moon 1428 an hour before Maghrib prayers at Habib Bank Plaza, Karachi. The chairman Ruet-e-Hilal Committee would preside over the meeting.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
ASF approves Rs eight million grant for agribusiness

ASF approves Rs eight million grant for agribusiness

The Agribusiness Support Fund (ASF) has approved 40 grants totalling Rs 8 million for different private sector agribusiness enterprises with a focus on reducing poverty in rural areas, especially Northern Areas, says a press release issued on Wednesday.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Wednesday (July 11, 2007) and for Thursday (July 12, 2007).
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Musharraf and Leghari condoled

Musharraf and Leghari condoled

Senate Chairman Mohammedmian Soomro, Deputy Chairman Senate Jan Mohammad Khan Jamali and Leader of the House in the Senate Wasim Sajjad have expressed their deep grief over the sad demise of Naureen Zafar Saeed, aunt of President General Pervez Musharraf
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
ZTBL surpasses recovery, disbursement targets

ZTBL surpasses recovery, disbursement targets

Zarai Taraqiati Bank Ltd (ZTBL) has surpassed the recovery and disbursement targets of farm credit during the first six months January-June 2007. The bank recovered Rs 36.4 billion with a significant growth of 38 percent as against Rs 26.4 billion recover
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Emaar DHA Islamabad assigned 'PE l' developer grading

Emaar DHA Islamabad assigned 'PE l' developer grading

Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) and National Engineering Services Pakistan (Nespak) have jointly assigned the developer grading of 'PE 1' to Emaar DHA Islamabad Limited (EDIL).
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Emaar DHA Islamabad assigned 'PE l' developer grading

Emaar DHA Islamabad assigned 'PE l' developer grading

Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) and National Engineering Services Pakistan (Nespak) have jointly assigned the developer grading of 'PE 1' to Emaar DHA Islamabad Limited (EDIL).
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Workshop

Workshop

Jinnah Islamia Group of Colleges organised a workshop for training & development of their teachers. Speakers including Professor Dr Khawaja Amjad Saeed, Principal, Hailey College Banking & Finance, Professor Dr Mohammad Ehsan Malik, Director, IBA Punjab U
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Punjab University IER to hold workshop

Punjab University IER to hold workshop

Punjab University Institute of Education and Research (IER) in collaboration with Ministry of Education government of Pakistan is organising a workshop under the National Educational Assessment System (Neas) in the committee room of IER here on Thursday,
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
New engineering colleges planned for interior Sindh

New engineering colleges planned for interior Sindh

Provincial Minister for Planning and Development, Syed Shoaib Ahmed Bukhari has said schemes to set up engineering colleges in Larkana, Badin, and Jacobabad had been included in the Annual Development Program 2007-08.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar weaker in open market

THE RUPEE: dollar weaker in open market

Further gain was seen in value in the open market on Wednesday as the rupee gained 10 paisa more against dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.90 and Rs 61.00, money changers said. Increasing supply of dollars enabled the rupee to show its muscles and it
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Successful family planning not possible sans man's involvement

Successful family planning not possible sans man's involvement

Man has a vital role in the social, financial, religious and moral values of the family and without his effective involvement, successful family planning is not possible, especially in the third world countries, where the male dominance is prevalent.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar weaker in open market

THE RUPEE: dollar weaker in open market

Further gain was seen in value in the open market on Wednesday as the rupee gained 10 paisa more against dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.90 and Rs 61.00, money changers said. Increasing supply of dollars enabled the rupee to show its muscles and it
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Steps taken to expand range of medical facilities: minister

Steps taken to expand range of medical facilities: minister

Punjab Health Minister, Chaudhry Muhammad Iqbal has said that the Punjab government had brought revolutionary reforms under the leadership of Chief Minister Punjab, Chaudhry Pervaiz Ellahi, for expanding the range of medical facilities.
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Hydel power stations: CSC issues RFP to seven short listed firms

Hydel power stations: CSC issues RFP to seven short listed firms

The Consultant Selection Committee (CSC) on construction of hydel power stations has issued request for proposal (RFP) to 7 short listed consulting firms of national and international repute for the tender documentation and supervision of execution work o
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Ibad calls for arrest of double murder accused

Ibad calls for arrest of double murder accused

Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ebad Khan on Wednesday expressed his deep sorrow and grief over the tragic murder of Mrs Atiya Aminuddin and in a telephonic call to Mahmudul Aziz, brother of the late Atiya Aminuddin assured that the concerned investigating off
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
All shares index report

All shares index report

The sector-wise all shares index report on Wednesday (July 11, 2007).

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Record cargo handling at Port Qasim during 2006-07

Record cargo handling at Port Qasim during 2006-07

Down-to-earth business strategy, customer-oriented approach, and futuristic policies of the management led Port Qasim, the first industrial and commercial port of Pakistan, to achieve record handling of more than 26 million tons cargo during financial yea
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
Al-Zamin Leasing Modaraba ratings reaffirmed

Al-Zamin Leasing Modaraba ratings reaffirmed

JCR-VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has reaffirmed the entity ratings of Al-Zamin Leasing Modaraba (AZLM) at "A-/A-2" (Single A Minus/Single A-Two). The ratings assigned to the first and second tranche of the listed Musharakah term finance certificates
Published 12 Jul, 2007 12:00am
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