A local industrialist has suggested that separate bins with different colour markings for disposal solid waste be placed in different industries and locations.
More than 400,000 new job opportunities will be created in current fiscal year in agriculture, small and medium enterprises, housing and construction, information and communication technology and export sectors with the investment of Rs 435 billion, appro
Pakistan is likely to fetch $135 million from kinnow exports, which have started from October 27 to the countries of South Asia, Middle East, Far East and Central Asian Republics.
Former Prime Minister Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry on Friday claimed that decision to make the Line of Control (LoC) as a permanent border was almost final but the Kashmiris would not accept any agreement recognising the
Action would be initiated under the relevant environmental laws against those industrial units and public and private organisations that have been causing pollution. This was stated by Sindh Minister for Environment Dr Sagheer Ahmed.
Three giraffes have arrived at the Lahore Zoo from South Africa on Friday, which were bought at a total cost of Rs 7.4 million. A zoo spokesman said that November 2 was a historic day for the zoo because after a period of 13 years, the Southern Trio Giraf
Extraordinary security measures were taken in whole city on Friday to counter any unpleasant incident following the Thursday's suicide attack in Sargodha. Police and Rangers were put on a high alert during the 16-hours high alert from 8am to 10pm.
DIG Rawalpindi Police, Saud Aziz said here on Friday that more suicide attacks could occur in Rawalpindi saying the Interior Ministry has given advance information in this regard. He was addressing a press conference at the Sadiqbad Police Station.
High security alert is being maintained in the Federal Capital in order to avert any untoward incident, the official sources said on Friday. Police and other law enforcement agencies are on high alert in Islamabad and this state of alertness will be maint
The Sahara for Life Trust has received over 900,000 doses of various life-saving drugs worth over Rs 3.1 million. An announcement of the organisation here said that those would be utilised towards the treatment of the infants at the Trust's Sughra Shafi M
Central Vice Chairman of PPP Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani categorically denied that Central Executive Council (CEC) of the PPP has suggested to party Chairwoman Benazir Bhutto not to return to Pakistan from Dubai, in case the government should proclaim an emer
Punjab government on its behalf was utilising all channels and resources for reducing industrial pollution aimed at ensuring pollution-free environment for the industrial workers, dwellers and to enable the business community to fulfil the international s
Bearish trend persisted in the interbank market on Friday as the rupee lost four paisa against dollar for buying at Rs 60.78 and it fell by five paisa for selling at Rs 60.80, dealers said. High demand for dollar kept the rupee under pressure and it seems
The district government has launched crackdown on illegal commercialisation and mushrooming of unregistered factories in different areas of the city. The crackdown against illegal commercialisation was being taken at the orders of District Nazim Raja Jave
Bearish trend persisted in the interbank market on Friday as the rupee lost four paisa against dollar for buying at Rs 60.78 and it fell by five paisa for selling at Rs 60.80, dealers said. High demand for dollar kept the rupee under pressure and it seems
Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM) in collaboration with National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) would examine the database of its beneficiaries countrywide for disbursement of speedy and transparent financial aid.
NIB Bank Limited (formerly NDLC-IFIC Bank Limited) is a scheduled commercial bank and is principally engaged in the business of banking as defined in the Banking Ordinance, 1962. It was incorporated in March 2003 as a public listed company. Currently, it
Director United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Karen M. Junjua while expressing satisfaction over the functioning of Citizen Community Boards (CCBs) in Sialkot districts, has said that Sialkot has set a unique precedent for other districts of Pakist
NIB Bank Limited (formerly NDLC-IFIC Bank Limited) is a scheduled commercial bank and is principally engaged in the business of banking as defined in the Banking Ordinance, 1962. It was incorporated in March 2003 as a public listed company. Currently, it
More than one hundred rickshaw drivers along with their CNG rickshaws took out a protest rally here on Friday against providing them sub-standard CNG rickshaws under the President Rozgar Scheme. The protesters were carrying banners and placards inscribed
Wholesalers, retailers and the general public have called upon the government to import wheat to ensure ready availability, and provide subsidised white flour (maida) along with normal flour at all Utility Stores sale points.
A software exhibition will be held at the Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre, University of Karachi, from November 3. This was announced by the director of the centre in a statement on Friday. The Vice-Chancellor of Karachi University, Professor Dr Pirzada Qasim
Microsoft, the global software leader on Friday announced its genuine software initiative programme in Pakistan, aimed at checking software piracy through education and engineering measures.
President Multan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) Anis Ahmed Sheikh has said that there was a dire need for industrial, commercial and agricultural sectors to meet the awareness challenges and issues faced or likely to be faced by them if they intend
The Lahore High Court has issued notices to Chief Secretary, ordering him to explain as to why admission quota from King Edward Medical College was abolished for Jhang residents.
The government of NWFP has constituted a special committee and has tasked it for identification of weaknesses in the 'Nifaz-e-Adl Regulations' of Malakand region. This was stated by NWFP caretaker Chief Minister Shams-ul-Mulk on Friday while talking here
The Lahore High Court has fined litigant Shahid Rehmat by Rs 10000 for wasting public time by filing frivolous case. The court said filing of frivolous writ petitions is on the rise. It is consuming precious public time and piling up serious litigation an
A four-member visiting Chinese delegation from China National Machinery Import and Export corporation informed the Board of Investment (BoI) officials that pre-feasibility study of Sonda Jeherrukh coal mine development project has been completed at an est
NWFP Directorate-General of Mines and Minerals has auctioned three emerald mines--two in Swat district and one in Shangla--to a private company, Luxury International. Two emerald mines are situated in Fiza Gutt, near Mingora City, and Shamozai of Matta, t
NWFP Governor Ali Muhammad Jan Aurakzai presided over a meeting to discuss the issues relating to electricity supply and recovery of Wapda dues. Wapda Chairman Shakil Durrani, Additional Chief Secretary, Fata, Javed Iqbal, Secretary to Governor Azmat Hani
The performance of the Islamic banking appears encouraging because of enhanced capital position and improved asset quality. A State Bank quarterly performance review of the banking sector for June 2007 notes that increased operational expenses (which are
Focal persons would be appointed in different departments of the City District Government Karachi (CDGK) to ensure implementation of City Council's resolutions and other decisions. After every two months a meeting of heads of the CDGK's vigilance committe
The Ministry of Women Development has successfully completed computer training programme for 3,100 women councillors under its IT training project, hoping they would play more effective role at grassroots level. The ambitious Rs 15.410 million, project wa
Speakers from different political parties and civil society on Friday evening expressed their total dissatisfaction with the draft Code of Ethics for the general elections given by the Pakistan Election Commission and urged for full transparence and stron
Justice Tassadduq Hussain Jillani of the Supreme Court said on Friday that delay in dispensing quick justice could become an impediment to economic activities and hamper development.
Chairman LPG Distributors Association Pakistan (LPGDAP), Irfan Khokhar has urged the government to unlink the local liquefied gas price from the international market and formulate a new policy while ensuring the interests of all the stakeholders of the in
Foreign Minister Khurshid Mahmood Kasuri on Friday, emphasising the need for forging closer bonds among the members of Shanghai Co-operation Organisation (SCO) and partners to help improve its efficacy in dealing with the threat of terrorism and extremism
Muslims heritage is a part of the world culture, therefore, there is a need to study and discuss contemporary issues vis-à-vis international politics and all disputes being confronted by the world especially Muslim countries should be resolved.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Friday approved the induction of 200 assistant locomotive drivers in Pakistan Railways on emergency basis. The PM gave formal approval to this effect during a meeting with Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmed at PM Secr
An impressive ceremony was held here on Friday at Lahore Garrison to install Major General Tahir Ashraf Khan as Colonel of the Battalion of Baloch Regiment popularly known as "Fateh Chhamb" and "Toofaan".
Commander US Central Command, Admiral William J. Fallon who is on an official visit to Pakistan called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Tariq Majid at Joint Staff Headquarters on Friday. Matters related to mutual interest were discusse
Commander US Central Command, Admiral William J. Fallon who is on an official visit to Pakistan called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Tariq Majid at Joint Staff Headquarters on Friday. Matters related to mutual interest were discusse
Indian Defence Minister A K Antony has said India was trying to find amicable solutions to disputes with Pakistan and China. Media reports quoting him as telling reporters at Kochi in Kerala that India wanted "friendly neighbours."
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz on Friday said the government was committed to strengthening democratic process and would take all measures to ensure conducive political atmosphere in the run-up to the general election.
JS Bank Limited and EFU Life Assurance Ltd signed an agreement, for the launch of JS Bank's first two Bancassurance products, "JS Prosperity for Life" and "JS Education Plan. These financial planning packages will aim to widen the range of JS Bank's wealt
Accountability Court (AC) adjourned the hearing against Syed Sibt-ul-Hassan Shah alias Double Shah and others for defrauding the people as the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) sought time to file a supplementary reference.
Punjab government will establish 'Punjab Internet City' with a cost of Rs 1.28 billion near Kala Shah Kaku where local and foreign IT companies would be provided land to enhance direct foreign investment, strengthen international links and promote industr
Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Ishaq Dar on Friday night called on Chairperson Pakistan People's Party Benazir Bhutto in Dubai. According to Aaj TV channel, Ishaq Dar said that he was invited by Asif Zardari for a meeting with Benazir Bhutto.
Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Ishaq Dar on Friday night called on Chairperson Pakistan People's Party Benazir Bhutto in Dubai. According to Aaj TV channel, Ishaq Dar said that he was invited by Asif Zardari for a meeting with Benazir Bhutto.
Six people, including a child, were killed in two landmine explosions on Friday in Sui, police said. The mines were planted on a road in the gas-rich district of Sui in Balochistan province by tribal insurgents to target security forces operating in the r
Six people, including a child, were killed in two landmine explosions on Friday in Sui, police said. The mines were planted on a road in the gas-rich district of Sui in Balochistan province by tribal insurgents to target security forces operating in the r
Most of Pakistan International Airlines''s fleet was grounded and dozens of flights cancelled on Friday as ground engineers took medical leave en masse to press for higher salaries, airline officials told Reuters.
Most of Pakistan International Airlines's fleet was grounded and dozens of flights cancelled on Friday as ground engineers took medical leave en masse to press for higher salaries, airline officials told Reuters.
Most of Pakistan International Airlines's fleet was grounded and dozens of flights cancelled on Friday as ground engineers took medical leave en masse to press for higher salaries, airline officials told Reuters.