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Print - 2007-09-29
Ahmedinejad at UN

Ahmedinejad at UN

Those who had expected that President Ahmedinejad would be less than a fully fired-up patriotic leader of Iran during his visit to the United Nations this week, were hugely disappointed. Of course, nothing was spared to browbeat him, right from his arriva
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Malakand-III hydropower project to be functional from 2008

Malakand-III hydropower project to be functional from 2008

Malakand-III hydropower project is near completion and would be functional by January 2008, SHYDO sources said here Friday. The mega hydel power project is being completed at a cost of six billion rupees, he said, adding, 97 percent works on the project h
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
USDEA labels Pakistan as 'vital anti-drug ally'

USDEA labels Pakistan as 'vital anti-drug ally'

The Administrator of the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Karen P Tandy, on Friday described Pakistan's stand against drug as "a success story in the global war on drugs" and labelled Pakistan as "America's vital ally on anti-drug efforts."
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
PML-N MPAs hand over resignations

PML-N MPAs hand over resignations

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) MPAs have handed over their resignations to the deputy leader of opposition in Punjab Assembly, Sanaullah, denouncing President General Pervez Musharraf as presidential candidate.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
'PPPP not to quit NWFP Assembly'

'PPPP not to quit NWFP Assembly'

Pakistan Peoples' Party Parliamentarian (PPPP) NWFP chapter has rejected the dissolution of NWFP Assembly arguing that since PPPP has nominated Makhdoom Amin Fahim for presidential slot therefore PPPP members would not quit the NWFP Assembly.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Former PHC chief justice joins PPP

Former PHC chief justice joins PPP

Former Chief Justice, Peshawar High Court (PHC) Abne Ali on Friday announced joining Pakistan People's Party Parliamentarian (PPP-P) after expressing confidence in the central and provincial leaderships of the party.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Government blamed for politicising KPF allocations

Government blamed for politicising KPF allocations

The government has completely politicised the distribution of Khushal Pakistan Programme (KPP II) and Khushal Pakistan Fund (KPF) allocations, and the concerned authorities including the Planning Commission have turned a blind eye to this malpractice.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Rashid welcomes Supreme Court decision

Rashid welcomes Supreme Court decision

Federal Minister for Railways, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed welcoming the decision of the Supreme court urged the opposition to accept the decision with open heart, showing political wisdom and sagacity. Talking to PTV, he said that the decision of the Supreme Cou
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Special exhibition on rare Quran manuscripts

Special exhibition on rare Quran manuscripts

A special exhibition on rare Quran manuscript has been arranged at the National Museum of Pakistan, Karachi. An announcement here on Friday said that in this exhibition, rarest copies of the Holy Quran are displayed for the public.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Rising Kesc deficit

Rising Kesc deficit

The annual deficit sustained by Kesc has touched the figure of Rs 12 billion, which is around 70 percent higher than the loss it had suffered in the last financial year, says a Recorder Report quoting the data presented at a recent Board of Directo
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Durrani terms Supreme Court verdict a triumph of law and justice

Durrani terms Supreme Court verdict a triumph of law and justice

The Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Muhammad Ali Durrani on Friday has termed the Supreme Court verdict in the dual office case "a triumph of law, justice and principles." The Minister congratulated President General Pervez Musharraf, P
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Building up of 'inclusive' financial system in Pakistan

Building up of 'inclusive' financial system in Pakistan

The current situation of the financial sector in the country is that its penetration is too low when compared with the regional countries. The number of people per bank branch in Pakistan is 20,450. In other regional countries, this ratio is: India 15864,
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Iraqis return to making music at home

Iraqis return to making music at home

With cinemas closed, the theatre dead and an entertainment-killing curfew in force every night, Iraqis are returning to one of their more ancient traditions - making music in the home. Music teachers and instrument shop owners say that young Iraqis, bored
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Smuggling fuels worldwide trade in Chinese antiquities

Smuggling fuels worldwide trade in Chinese antiquities

Lucky fat ladies, porcelain pigs, ceramic musicians and giant Buddhas are crammed into Hong Kong's antique boutiques, but some experts, backed by Chinese law, say many of them shouldn't be here at all. By a curious twist of history and geopolitics, Hong K
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
KESC affairs

KESC affairs

Nowadays KESC is in serious crisis in all aspects. The situation is worse not only about power generation and distribution but also at the administrative level.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Power sharing

Power sharing

The politicians, including Benazir Bhutto, claim that they could not deliver during 1990-99 era because entire power did not vest in them but instead they had to share the power with the armed forces.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Auto vendor industry: Smeda chief requests JICA to provide more experts

Auto vendor industry: Smeda chief requests JICA to provide more experts

Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority (Smeda) Chief Executive Officer Shahid Rashid has requested the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to provide more experts for the joint programme of Smeda and JICA to improve efficiency of the
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Three Pakistan Post officials suspended

Three Pakistan Post officials suspended

The Additional Postmaster-General, Central Punjab, Rubina Tayyab, on Friday suspended three officials of Pakistan Post Office here in Lahore city for inordinate delay in the delivery of mail. Talking to APP, she said that during a preliminary enquiry, ini
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Rs 60 million allocated to upgrade Lahore Arts Council

Rs 60 million allocated to upgrade Lahore Arts Council

The Alhamra Arts Centre and the Alhamra Cultural Complex, functioning under the Lahore Arts Council (LAC) are being upgraded while a new facility will also be established at the bank of River Ravi, said Punjab Minister for Culture, Chaudhry Shaukat Ali Bh
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold rises

US MIDDAY: gold rises

Gold futures surged above $750 an ounce and other precious metals likewise rallied early in New York Friday, boosted by the dollar's drop to record lows against the euro and major currencies.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
US MIDDAY: copper climbs

US MIDDAY: copper climbs

US copper futures hovered just under contract highs at the open Friday, with record lows in the dollar and quarter-end investment buying extending the industrial metal's bull run, analysts said.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
KMDC to issue entrance test forms till today

KMDC to issue entrance test forms till today

Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC) here on Friday announced that the Entrance test forms with prospectus for MBBS and BDS are available at the college till Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. It was also stated that the last date for submission of th
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Three Additional Judges of PHC appointed

Three Additional Judges of PHC appointed

President Pervez Musharraf on Friday appointed three Additional Judges of the Peshawar High Court (PHC) with effect from the date their present term expires. The Additional Judges include Justice Raj Muhammad Khan, Justice Said Maroof Khan and Justice Ham
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
'Sino-Pak ties based on solid foundations'

'Sino-Pak ties based on solid foundations'

Punjab Chief Minister Pervaiz Elahi has said the Sino-Pak ties in the economic, industrial and agricultural sectors are based on solid foundations and are strengthening with the passage of time.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Child custody case: LHC adjourns hearing till October 1

Child custody case: LHC adjourns hearing till October 1

The Lahore High Court on Friday adjourned till October 1 the hearing of a petition filed by a French national Pakistani Muhammad Ashfaq challenging harassment on part of her former French wife and police.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Lawyers show mixed reaction to Wajih's nomination

Lawyers show mixed reaction to Wajih's nomination

City lawyers showed mixed reaction on the nomination of a former chief justice of Sindh High Court, Wajihuddin Ahmed, as lawyers' presidential candidate, terming it as a first step towards the liberalisation of democracy in Pakistan.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
E&T department surpasses Rs 1597 million target

E&T department surpasses Rs 1597 million target

Sindh Excise and Taxation (E&T) Department has surpassed the set target of Rs 1597.133 during the second month of current financial year 2007-08 under different heads of duties and taxes.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Entity, TFC ratings of Azgard Nine Limited upgraded

Entity, TFC ratings of Azgard Nine Limited upgraded

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) has upgraded the long-term rating to "A+" (Single A plus) while maintaining the short-term rating at "A1" (A One) of Azgard Nine Limited (ANL). These ratings denote a low expectation of credit risk emanating from
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Entity, TFC ratings of Azgard Nine Limited upgraded

Entity, TFC ratings of Azgard Nine Limited upgraded

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) has upgraded the long-term rating to "A+" (Single A plus) while maintaining the short-term rating at "A1" (A One) of Azgard Nine Limited (ANL). These ratings denote a low expectation of credit risk emanating from
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Arif Habib Rupali Bank becomes 'Limited'

Arif Habib Rupali Bank becomes 'Limited'

The name of Arif Habib Rupali Bank has been changed to Arif Habib Rupali Bank Limited. In exercise of the powers conferred on State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) by clause of sub-section (2) of Section 37 of the SBP Act, 1956, SBP has notified that the name of "
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Ghani Glass' profit declines Rs 402.379 million

Ghani Glass' profit declines Rs 402.379 million

The profit after tax of Ghani Glass Limited has declined to Rs 402.379 million in the year ending June 30 as compared to Rs 485.043 million in the corresponding period last year. The company's earning per share stood at Rs 5.03 in the period under review
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Ghani Glass' profit declines Rs 402.379 million

Ghani Glass' profit declines Rs 402.379 million

The profit after tax of Ghani Glass Limited has declined to Rs 402.379 million in the year ending June 30 as compared to Rs 485.043 million in the corresponding period last year. The company's earning per share stood at Rs 5.03 in the period under review
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
'Chinese proud of Pakistani friendship'

'Chinese proud of Pakistani friendship'

Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhao Hui has said the Chinese people are proud of Pakistani friendship and Sino-Pak ties are 'model' for the world. The Ambassador was speaking as a chief guest at an Iftar dinner hosted by Chinese Students Union at the Internationa
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Overflowing sewage makes life miserable

Overflowing sewage makes life miserable

Overflowing sewage water has caused extreme difficulties to the normal movement of pedestrians, vehicular traffic and also the movement of residents living in various areas of the city, reports UPP correspondent.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Renovated Liaquatabad Hospital opened

Renovated Liaquatabad Hospital opened

Some new departments and renovated OPDs at Sindh Government Hospital, Liaquatabad were inaugurated by Haq Parast Member of Provincial Assembly Aarheena Ambreen at a ceremony on Friday. The establishment of new departments and renovation of OPD could becom
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Gulf-based firm to build seven-star hotel in Karachi

Gulf-based firm to build seven-star hotel in Karachi

A Gulf-based company will construct first ever seven-star hotel in Karachi at Shahra-e- Faisal very soon with a grand investment of around one billion dollars. Business Recorder learnt this by well-informed sources of Sindh Planning and Development
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
MSc exams schedule announced

MSc exams schedule announced

The University of Karachi (KU) has informed the failure candidates of Federal Government Urdu Science College and Jinnah Post Graduate College for women that the forms and fee for the M.Sc. (Previous and Final) Annual Examination 2006 will be accepted up
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Corporal punishment condemned

Corporal punishment condemned

Despite condemnation of corporal punishment in many countries by various human rights organisations it is still practised legally. According to a study, presented to the UN General Assembly by the World Health Organisation, corporal punishment is permissi
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Flour overcharging: CDGK fines 56 outlets

Flour overcharging: CDGK fines 56 outlets

The City District Government of Karachi (CDGK), while taking strict action against sale of wheat flour on higher prices, imposed fines of Rs 165, 500 on 56 outlets on Friday. The special magistrates have been assigned the powers to take punitive action ag
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
No one to be allowed to prevent voters: Prime Minister

No one to be allowed to prevent voters: Prime Minister

The Prime Minister, Shaukat Aziz has warned that no one will be allowed to prevent the voters from polling in the October 6 Presidential election and the government would ensure a smooth process to effected on the day.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Unauthorised entry into premises of ECP banned

Unauthorised entry into premises of ECP banned

Unauthorised person would not be allowed to enter the premises of the Election Commission Secretariat on September 29, on the day of scrutiny of nomination papers for the presidential election.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
800 profiteers fined in capital this month

800 profiteers fined in capital this month

More than 800 profiteers had been fined Rs 200,000 for over-charging and not displaying rate list prominently during the current month, said Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Hamid Ali Khan. He said the drive against profiteering would continue in the federal
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
BRIndex30 down 10.18 points

BRIndex30 down 10.18 points

On Friday, the BR Index30 opened in the red zone, at 14,410.79, and closed at 14,406.19 with a net negative change of -10.18 points, and percentage change of -0.07. It experienced intra-day high of 14,430.98 and low of 14,280.01 with the volume of 113,115
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
BRIDGE NOTES: Jane Alam's good card reading pays dividend

BRIDGE NOTES: Jane Alam's good card reading pays dividend

The prestigious Karachi Gymkhana Gold Cup Bridge Tournament was held at the club in August this year. This tournament offered good monetary prizes along with solid gold rolling cup to the winner.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
BRIndex30 down 10.18 points

BRIndex30 down 10.18 points

On Friday, the BR Index30 opened in the red zone, at 14,410.79, and closed at 14,406.19 with a net negative change of -10.18 points, and percentage change of -0.07. It experienced intra-day high of 14,430.98 and low of 14,280.01 with the volume of 113,115
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Leading stock brokers, investors and analysts while welcoming the Supreme Court verdict on President Musharraf's dual offices expected that the share market will witness a bullish rally to reach new record levels and more foreign investment will come in t
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

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
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Leading stock brokers, investors and analysts while welcoming the Supreme Court verdict on President Musharraf's dual offices expected that the share market will witness a bullish rally to reach new record levels and more foreign investment will come in t
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

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
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Stock brokers, investors hail Supreme Court verdict

Leading stock brokers, investors and analysts while welcoming the Supreme Court verdict on President Musharraf''s dual offices expected that the share market will witness a bullish rally to reach new record levels and more foreign investment will come in
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

The Ministry of Interior has directed the law enforcement agencies to strictly enforce the ban on export of wheat, wheat flour and other products, for which no licence, permit or authorisation should be entertained by collectorates of customs.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits

Conversion for foreign currency deposits, DBC/FCBC, special USD bond & profits thereon (excluding FE-25 deposits) on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

The Ministry of Interior has directed the law enforcement agencies to strictly enforce the ban on export of wheat, wheat flour and other products, for which no licence, permit or authorisation should be entertained by collectorates of customs.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

Ban on wheat products export to be strictly enforced

The Ministry of Interior has directed the law enforcement agencies to strictly enforce the ban on export of wheat, wheat flour and other products, for which no licence, permit or authorisation should be entertained by collectorates of customs.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
EC to scrutinise papers today

EC to scrutinise papers today

The Election Commission (EC) will scrutinise nomination papers for the presidential election at its Secretariat here on Saturday. As many as 43 people, including top contender General Pervez Musharraf, Justice Wajihudin Ahmad (Retd) and Makhdoom Amin Fahi
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
EC to scrutinise papers today

EC to scrutinise papers today

The Election Commission (EC) will scrutinise nomination papers for the presidential election at its Secretariat here on Saturday. As many as 43 people, including top contender General Pervez Musharraf, Justice Wajihudin Ahmad (Retd) and Makhdoom Amin Fahi
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Equities move both ways on LSE

Equities move both ways on LSE

Equities moved both the ways on the Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) on Friday amid a highly low trading activity on account of lacking interest on the part of investors who were reluctant due to Supreme Court (SC) decision regarding holding of dual offices by
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill buying rates per unit of currency

Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Equities move both ways on LSE

Equities move both ways on LSE

Equities moved both the ways on the Lahore Stock Exchange (LSE) on Friday amid a highly low trading activity on account of lacking interest on the part of investors who were reluctant due to Supreme Court (SC) decision regarding holding of dual offices by
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
ISE index gains 13.91 points

ISE index gains 13.91 points

Major players and small investors adopted cautious approach at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) fresh buying spree in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in upward direction amid increase in index. ISE-10 Index was plus by 13.91 points as the ISE
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Money Market Report

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Friday (September 28, 2007).
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
ISE index gains 13.91 points

ISE index gains 13.91 points

Major players and small investors adopted cautious approach at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) fresh buying spree in hot favourite moved the entire ready-board in upward direction amid increase in index. ISE-10 Index was plus by 13.91 points as the ISE
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Bain to buy 3Com for $2.2 billion

Bain to buy 3Com for $2.2 billion

Network equipment maker 3Com Corp said on Friday it will be bought by private equity firm Bain Capital Partners for $2.2 billion in a deal that will also give China's Huawei a minority stake.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Bangladesh unveils new list of graft suspects

Bangladesh unveils new list of graft suspects

Bangladesh authorities have drawn up a list of 80 graft suspects as part of the military-backed government's corruption crackdown, a report said Friday. Many on the list are from both main political parties - the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
SSGC earnings down 68 percent

SSGC earnings down 68 percent

The earnings of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) have declined by 68 percent to Rs 290.380 million in the year ended on June 30 as compared to Rs 891.717 million in the corresponding period last year. The company earning per share stood at Rs 0.43 in the p
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Closing of sterling rates

Closing of sterling rates

Closing of sterling rates at 1730 GMT - on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
SSGC earnings down 68 percent

SSGC earnings down 68 percent

The earnings of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) have declined by 68 percent to Rs 290.380 million in the year ended on June 30 as compared to Rs 891.717 million in the corresponding period last year. The company earning per share stood at Rs 0.43 in the p
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
SSGC earnings down 68 percent

SSGC earnings down 68 percent

The earnings of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) have declined by 68 percent to Rs 290.380 million in the year ended on June 30 as compared to Rs 891.717 million in the corresponding period last year. The company earning per share stood at Rs 0.43 in the p
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
SSGC earnings down 68 percent

SSGC earnings down 68 percent

The earnings of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) have declined by 68 percent to Rs 290.380 million in the year ended on June 30 as compared to Rs 891.717 million in the corresponding period last year. The company earning per share stood at Rs 0.43 in the p
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
NJLI Pension Fund Rates

NJLI Pension Fund Rates

New Jubilee Life Insurance Pension Fund Rates on Friday (September 28, 2007).

Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

The International Monetary Fund on Friday named France's Dominique Strauss-Kahn its new managing director, a diplomatic source said. Strauss-Kahn, a former French Socialist finance minister and presidential candidate, was backed by Europe and the United S
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

The International Monetary Fund on Friday named France's Dominique Strauss-Kahn its new managing director, a diplomatic source said. Strauss-Kahn, a former French Socialist finance minister and presidential candidate, was backed by Europe and the United S
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

IMF names Strauss-Kahn new chief

The International Monetary Fund on Friday named France''s Dominique Strauss-Kahn its new managing director, a diplomatic source said. Strauss-Kahn, a former French Socialist finance minister and presidential candidate, was backed by Europe and the United
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Sindh lifts ban on Imran's entry

Sindh lifts ban on Imran's entry

The Home Department, Government of Sindh, on Friday has announced lifting of ban on the entry of the Chairman, Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf, Imran Khan into the province. Earlier, the department had inputted a 30-day banned on Khan's entry under the Sindh Main
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a 'positive sign'

Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a 'positive sign'

Business community, welcoming the Supreme Court of Pakistan's decision, dismissing two petitions against President General Pervez Musharraf's re-election as president, has described the verdict as a "positive sign" for the economic growth of the country.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a 'positive sign'

Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a 'positive sign'

Business community, welcoming the Supreme Court of Pakistan's decision, dismissing two petitions against President General Pervez Musharraf's re-election as president, has described the verdict as a "positive sign" for the economic growth of the country.
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am
Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a ''positive sign''

Businessmen term Supreme Court verdict a ''positive sign''

Business community, welcoming the Supreme Court of Pakistan''s decision, dismissing two petitions against President General Pervez Musharraf''s re-election as president, has described the verdict as a "positive sign" for the economic growth of the country
Published 29 Sep, 2007 12:00am