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Print - 2008-04-18
US MIDDAY: wheat down

US MIDDAY: wheat down

May wheat was down 2-1/2 cents at $9.22 per bushel, new-crop July down 3 at $9.36. Choppy; pressured by setback in soyabeans and crude oil. Opened higher on tight supplies and export restrictions recently imposed by several global wheat suppliers. Talk of
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US MIDDAY: corn dips

US MIDDAY: corn dips

May corn was down 1 cent at $6.02-1/2 per bushel, new-crop December down 3/4 at $6.25. Choppy; setback in soyabeans and crude oil offsets early strength. Market supported by wet weather and more rain expected, renewing concerns about US planting delays.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US MIDDAY: soyabeans lower

US MIDDAY: soyabeans lower

May soyabeans was down 4-3/4 cents at $13.40 per bushel, new-crop November down 8 at $12.65-1/2. Choppy, setting back from early strength on profit-taking and scarce bullish news. Early support stems from strong US export prospects due to a slowed soya ex
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US MIDDAY: copper soars

US MIDDAY: copper soars

US copper futures at the New York Mercantile Exchange's Comex division soared to new contract highs early Thursday amid ongoing strike action in Chile, before profit-taking pared the advance, traders said. Active May copper up 0.75 cent at $3.9655 a lb by
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold eases

US MIDDAY: gold eases

Gold futures on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange edged lower as the bullion market took a breather after Wednesday's sharp rally. June gold was down $1.60 at $946.70 an ounce. Range from $944.20 to $956.20.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
19 Pakistanis become mentally ill in Indian jails

19 Pakistanis become mentally ill in Indian jails

The Ansar Burney Trust, a human and civil rights organisation has released a list of 19 Pakistani nationals lodged in Indian jails, who have become mentally ill during their stay in prisons. According to the press release received here on Thursday, the pr
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
On the brink of a crisis

On the brink of a crisis

Opening words of your captioned editorial (April 12) were realistic and touching. It said that survival of human beings depends on proper nourishment and anything can happen if they cannot get enough food to keep their body and soul together.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Carcinogens in tooth paste

Carcinogens in tooth paste

This refers to the news appeared in a local daily in which Health Minister's Drugs Registration Board has cancelled Registration of all anti-diarrhoeal drugs containing Kaolin of Pectin, prohibiting their manufacturing and sale. Recently government of Chi
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
More relief for earthquake victims

More relief for earthquake victims

Some critics have raised objections over the manner and style of relief activities conducted by the Pakistan Army and other NGOs for earthquake(2005) victims . They must recognise the role of the Army and NGOs .
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
US shoppers scrimp as food prices rise

US shoppers scrimp as food prices rise

Patricia Norris' family is feeling the one-two punch of higher fuel and food prices. Her husband works as messenger, driving around to deliver packages. But the job is not as profitable as it once was because rising fuel prices are eating into his earning
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Challenges to national economy: policy guidelines needed - I

Challenges to national economy: policy guidelines needed - I

All the serious challenges national economy is facing today like very wide budget and trade deficits, galloping inflation, increase in the level of poverty, power outages, water shortages, closure of industries, food insecurity, etc, has diverted our atte
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Deposed judges' restoration

Deposed judges' restoration

To the extent that the ruling coalition is resolved to abide by its commitment to restore the deposed judges within 30 days of the formation of federal government through a resolution of parliament, decks have been cleared.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Global food situation

Global food situation

At the recent meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, food shortages emerged as the major issue, requiring immediate attention of the governments. There was a consensus that the world was moving towards a food crisi
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
NTC to expand IP services circle

NTC to expand IP services circle

The National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) has signed an IP Core Network Roll Out Contract to expand its current IP services circle from three to 21 cities across the country. A statement issued here on Thursday said that NTC signed the contract wit
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Importance of corporate communication discussed

Importance of corporate communication discussed

Director Human Recourses and Corporate Communications, Unilever Sri Lanka Ltd, and Deputy Vice Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Dr Anura Ekanayake has said that corporate communications is a relatively new term and yet the most important, as in
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
23 Khasadars kidnapped from three check posts

23 Khasadars kidnapped from three check posts

At least 23 Khasadars have been kidnapped from three check-posts of Khyber Agency. One person was killed and 10 others injured in exchange of firing between the tribesmen and the security forces in Jamrud. After the start of clashes the people of the area
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Women Mushaira at KPC on April 19

Women Mushaira at KPC on April 19

A `women Mushaira' will be organised on Saturday (April 19) as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Karachi Press Club (KPC). This was announced by the Secretary of the KPC, Muhammad Imtiaz Khan Faran. He said that prominent poetess of the count
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FPCCI concerned over WFP report on food crisis

FPCCI concerned over WFP report on food crisis

The president, Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), Tanvir A. Sheikh, has shown serious concern over the World Food Program (WFP) report on food shortage in developing countries, including Pakistan. He laid emphasis on immedia
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
KBCA issues 12 new licences

KBCA issues 12 new licences

The Karachi Building Control Authority (KBCA) has issued licences to seven new builders and developers and five architects and civil engineers. The decision came in a meeting of the KBCA Licensing Committee for Builders and Developers, held under the chai
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Population growth, food demand challenge for agriculture scientists'

'Population growth, food demand challenge for agriculture scientists'

The responsibilities of agriculture scientists and researchers have been underlined to cope with the present flour crises. It is the need of the hour to design a multi-dimensional strategy to over come the crisis with solid mechanism for obtaining maximum
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Laws to be enacted for protection of journalists: Shazia Mari

Laws to be enacted for protection of journalists: Shazia Mari

Provincial Minister for Information, Shazia Mari, has said that the Bill passed in relation to freedom of the Press by Sindh Assembly will be reviewed. Besides, further legislation will also be carried out to give journalists their due rights as envisione
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Tahmina for upgradation of curriculum

Tahmina for upgradation of curriculum

Federal Minister for Science & Technology, Tahmina Daultana on Thursday said that there is a tremendous potential in our youth and we must create an environment to harness it to enable them to made a difference. She was visiting the newly built campus of
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Aptma greets Ahmed Mukhtar

Aptma greets Ahmed Mukhtar

The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) has congratulated Defence Minister Chaudhry Ahmed Mukhtar on taking over the additional charge of the Ministry of Textile Industry.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Looted goods recovered, culprits held

Looted goods recovered, culprits held

District police have traced the culprits of a dacoity in a juice factory, arrested 11 accused and recovered looted cash and machinery worth Rs 1.4 million from them.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Three constables, sub-inspector suspended

Three constables, sub-inspector suspended

Capital City Police Officer Additional IG Malik Muhammad Iqbal has suspended three constables and a sub-inspector of the Investigation Wing of the Barki Police Station on charges of detaining a man illegally.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Plan to prevent rise in crime rate in Sindh on cards: Suddle

Plan to prevent rise in crime rate in Sindh on cards: Suddle

A comprehensive plan is being evolved to prevent crime rate in Sindh, which would greatly help in restoring masses' confidence in police and improving overall law and order situation in the province, said Inspector General Police Sindh Dr Shoaib Suddle Th
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Terrorists to be dealt with iron hand: Rehman

Terrorists to be dealt with iron hand: Rehman

Better law and order situation will attract the foreign investors, which would help alleviate poverty, the root cause of all evils, said Advisor to Prime Minster on Interior A Rehman Malik on Thursday.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
SDC grants $3.7 million for GBG systems project

SDC grants $3.7 million for GBG systems project

Swiss Agency for Development and Co-operation (SDC) has granted USD 3.7 million for Gender Based Governance Systems Project (GBG) in Pakistan. The agreement between SDC and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) was signed here on Thursday.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Saudi ambassador calls on Naveed Qamar

Saudi ambassador calls on Naveed Qamar

Ali Saeed Awadh Al-Asseri, Ambassador of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan called on federal Minister for Privatisation & Investment here on Thursday. The Ambassador congratulated the Minister for holding a very key Ministry in the cabinet.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Lawlessness forcing industrial units closure

Lawlessness forcing industrial units closure

The growing lawlessness in Industrial Estate, Hayatabad, Peshawar, forcing the industrialists to close their units, rendering thousands of workers jobless. The largest industrial estate generating more than 50 percent revenue collected from the province i
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Digital subscribers line system suspended

Digital subscribers line system suspended

The Digital Subscribers Line system of the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has temporarily remained suspended in the provincial metropolis. Public and private clients told Business Recorder on Thursday that it was the third time i
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Medicines at affordable prices top priority: Sherry

Medicines at affordable prices top priority: Sherry

The present government will encourage the pharmaceutical industry to make the medicines affordable for common man. Minister In-charge, Ministry of Health and Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Ms Sherry Rehman said this in a meeting here Thursday
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Expatriates contributing significantly to economic growth'

'Expatriates contributing significantly to economic growth'

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday said that the overseas Pakistanis are like the ambassadors of country and have made significant contribution towards dispelling the misperception about Pakistan.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Nokia's regional office inaugurated

Nokia's regional office inaugurated

Nokia the global leader in mobile communications inaugurated its regional office in Karachi on Thursday. The inaugural ceremony was conducted by Nokia's key regional officials - Chris Braam Vice president, sales Nokia Middle East and Africa and Imran Khal
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Gold up Rs 250 per tola

Gold up Rs 250 per tola

Gold prices on Thursday rose by Rs 250 to Rs 22,800 per tola in the local market. Prices of the yellow metal in world market went up by $15 an ounce in a single day trading, reaching $950 from $935 an ounce. Upward trend in the world market is believed to
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
World book, Copyright Day on April 23

World book, Copyright Day on April 23

The World Book and Copyright Day will be celebrated on April 23 by the Department of Libraries, Ministry of Education in collaboration with Unesco, Intellectual Property Organisation (IPO), Pakistan Library Association and Federal Directorate of Education
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
STBB chairman denied contract extension

STBB chairman denied contract extension

The new Sindh government has refused to extend the contract of Shamsuddin Solangi, chairman, Sindh Text Book Board, Jamshoro, that is ending April 29, 2008. Sources told Business Recorder here on Thursday that the STBB bore the brunt of criticism d
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Emirates Global Islamic Bank set to capture market share

Emirates Global Islamic Bank set to capture market share

Emirates Global Islamic Bank Limited is all set to capture market share of the rapidly growing Islamic banking industry by offering innovative Riba-free yet highly competitive banking products. This was stated by head of the bank's business activities Sye
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Balochistan cabinet to be sworn in soon: Raisani

Balochistan cabinet to be sworn in soon: Raisani

Chief Minister Balochistan Nawab Mohammed Aslam Raisani has said that new provincial cabinet would soon be administered oath as all the matters relating to distribution of the provincial ministries have been settled among the allied parties in the provinc
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Government urged to lift ban on wheat movement

Government urged to lift ban on wheat movement

Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (Kati), Vice Chairman and senior member of Pakistan Flour Mills Association (PFMA), Syed Johar Ali Qandhari has urged upon the government not to stop wheat movement from upcountry to Karachi if it likes to keep At
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
295 million long ship due at Karachi Port by April-end

295 million long ship due at Karachi Port by April-end

After Port of Singapore Authority (PSA), the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has also embarked upon the herculean task to dock a huge container vessel of 270 to 295-meter length and 13-meter draft, safely at Karachi Port by the end of this month.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Fishermen community facing forced displacement

Fishermen community facing forced displacement

Fishermen community, residing in Gizri since pre-partition era and fishing in the Arabian Sea adjacent to Defence Housing Authority (DHA) is facing forced displacement by the Authority.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Moot on advances in anaesthetic practice from April 25

Moot on advances in anaesthetic practice from April 25

The Pakistan Society for Anaesthesiologists in Lahore is holding its 10th annual conference on "recent advances in anaesthetic practice" on April 25 and 26 in a hotel. President of Society Professor Dr Shahida Khawaja and Secretary General Dr Liaqat Ali s
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Punjab Assembly

Punjab Assembly

Dost Muhammad Khosa Chief Minister of Punjab would get vote of confidence from Punjab Assembly on Friday. The session of the assembly in this regard would commence 10:00 am.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
No hurdle in restoration of judges: Nawaz

No hurdle in restoration of judges: Nawaz

The leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N Mian Nawaz Sharif has said there is no hurdle in the restoration of judges according to Murree declaration within thirty days.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Smeda working to promote business development service providers'

'Smeda working to promote business development service providers'

The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority (Smeda) is working to promote the business development services' providers through various programmes, including consultant database, panels of experts and Smeda accounting package for the benefit of S
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Death condoled

Death condoled

MQM Hyderabad zonal in-charge Mohummad Shrif and members zonal committee have in a joint statement condoled the death of Sector B in charge Zafar Siddiqui's uncle, and also shown their sympathy, grief and with him and prayed Allah Almighty to grant peace
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Textile sector needs sound policies, reforms to boost export'

'Textile sector needs sound policies, reforms to boost export'

Former Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporter Association (Prgmea) president Ijaz A Khokar has said that the textile industry needs sound policies and urgent reforms to increase the export and boost the value-added segment of the textile s
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Tough challenges ahead for Punjab government

Tough challenges ahead for Punjab government

The young stand in Chief Minister Dost Mohammad Khosa will get vote of confidence from Punjab Assembly today (Friday) but the PML-N, PPP coalition government needs years to clear the mess created by the out-going government.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Woman killed in road mishap

Woman killed in road mishap

A woman was killed when the motorcycle rickshaw, in which she was travelling, hit by a speeding pick-up van near here on Wednesday night. Salma Bibi, 45, resident of Pirowaal was coming to Khanewal when the accident occurred, resulting in severe injuries.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (April 17, 2008) and the forecast for Friday (April 18, 2008).
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Zafar urges package to resolve crisis

Zafar urges package to resolve crisis

Senator S. M. Zafar on Thursday called for preparing a comprehensive package to resolve the current political crisis confronting the country. Talking to a private television channel, he said: "we should provide opportunity to the political parties to evol
Published 18 Apr, 2008 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 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Government to audit CCBs development projects

Government to audit CCBs development projects

The government will audit all development projects executed under CCB programme to expose any corruption at union council level, Tehsil, and district level. Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) Punjab Vice-President Majeeda Wyne talking to newspersons said that
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Workshop for tribal journalists begins

Workshop for tribal journalists begins

A three-day training workshop for the tribal journalists, hailing from Kurram and Orakzai Agencies, would start in the University of Peshawar from Friday. The title of the workshop is 'Conflict reporting' in which journalists will be trained to improve th
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (April 17, 2008).

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Punjab teachers protest against NCHD extra duty

Punjab teachers protest against NCHD extra duty

The Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) has strongly protested against the additional duty of National Commission for Human Development (NCHD). PTU Jhang-chapter's President Muhammad Nawaz Khalid in his statement said the provincial government had made all effort
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Thursday (April 17, 2008) and for Friday (April 18, 2008)
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Dr Ishrat for implementation of reforms suggested by NCGR

Dr Ishrat for implementation of reforms suggested by NCGR

Chairman National Commission on Government Reforms (NCGR) and former governor State Bank of Pakistan, Dr Ishrat Hussain has underlined the need to implement the reforms suggested by NCGR. "According to these suggestions, there should be merit-based indica
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Study to be undertaken to evaluate environment'

'Study to be undertaken to evaluate environment'

NWFP Minister for Environment, Wajid Ali Khan has said that a comprehensive study would be undertaken for evaluating present state of environment in the province and measures for bringing improvement in it.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
CMD welcomes repeal of Pemra laws

CMD welcomes repeal of Pemra laws

Centre for Media and Democracy (CMD) Pakistan has welcomed the repeal of Pemra laws by the coalition government, saying that more positive steps are needed to free the media from all sorts of curbs. This was expressed at a meeting of the CMD Board of Dire
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (April 17, 2008).

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Site Council raises house rent allowance

Site Council raises house rent allowance

The Site Town Council has approved 65 percent raise in the house rent allowance of its employees. The raise was allowed in the Council meeting held under the chairmanship of its Convenor and Naib Nazim Syed Badshah Khan. The Council also offered condolenc
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (April 17, 2008).

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Shuhada-e-Karachi' day observed

'Shuhada-e-Karachi' day observed

Lawyers organised a rally to observe "Youm-e-Shuhada-e-Karachi" here on Thursday. The rally, which was also joined by leaders and activists of Jamat-e-Islami, urged the government to restore the deposed judges as per the commitment itmade with the nation
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Lawyers rally for reinstatement of judges

Lawyers rally for reinstatement of judges

Lawyers who are protesting against the dismissal of judges on Thursday staged a rally on The Mall. They called on President Pervez Musharraf to resign and asked the Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to order reinstatement of judges.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Judges restoration only through struggle: Baghwandas

Judges restoration only through struggle: Baghwandas

Former chief justice Baghwandas has said deposed judges can only be restored by struggle and lawyers should continue with their movement. Addressing the member Lahore High Court Bar Association (LHCBA) here on Thursday, Baghwandas said President Pervez Mu
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar's surge on

THE RUPEE: dollar's surge on

Continued surge in dollar demand in the interbank market on Thursday, dragged the rupee down, shedding 16 paisa for buying at 63.66 and 63.68, money experts said. The rupee was not able to recover its losses due to persistent buying of dollars and is also
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Gilani briefed about country's nuclear capability

Gilani briefed about country's nuclear capability

Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has expressed satisfaction over the effectiveness of Command and Control Structures of Pakistan's nuclear capability. He said that the structures, which have now matured, were well conceived and elaborated.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar's surge on

THE RUPEE: dollar's surge on

Continued surge in dollar demand in the interbank market on Thursday, dragged the rupee down, shedding 16 paisa for buying at 63.66 and 63.68, money experts said. The rupee was not able to recover its losses due to persistent buying of dollars and is also
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Kamal Hayat's paintings exhibition opened

Kamal Hayat's paintings exhibition opened

Bangladesh High Commissioner, Yasmeen Murshid opened the exhibition of Kamal Hayat's paintings at the Nomad Gallery, here on Thursday. These delicate paintings delve deep in the journey of imagination was opened by the representative of land, that is gree
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FBR rejects allegations against PCA official

FBR rejects allegations against PCA official

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has rejected the allegations of Chief Collector of Customs (North) against the Project Director of Post Clearance Audit (PCA) with the directive to implement existing scheme without further delay.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
China to give $500 million: Shah Mahmood

China to give $500 million: Shah Mahmood

China will provide Pakistan 500 million dollars concessional loan for improving its balance of payments position and will strengthen defence and strategic co-operation along with guarding regional instability.
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
All shares index report

All shares index report

The sector-wise all shares index report on Thursday (April 17, 2008).

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Qaim orders preparation of ADP

Qaim orders preparation of ADP

The Annual Development Programme for the Sindh province will be undergoing a major improvement and change in stress such that it benefits the maximum number of people in the province in keeping with the manifesto of the Pakistan People's Party, reports UP
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
'Smart Canola' cooking oil launched

'Smart Canola' cooking oil launched

Agro Processors and Atmospheric Gases (Pvt) Limited, an ISO 9001 certified company and the manufacturer of the leading edible oil and banaspati brand 'Soya Supreme' recently launched the 'Smart Canola' cooking oil made under license from Sunora Foods, Can
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Gilani vows to strengthen democratic institutions

Gilani vows to strengthen democratic institutions

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Thursday that government does not believe in political victimisation, vowing to strengthen the democratic institutions. He said this while responding to opposition members allegations regarding victimising of
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Board meetings in progress

Board meetings in progress

Board Meetings in Progress of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Board Meetings

Board Meetings

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

Farooq Naek, the Law, Justice, Parliamentary Affairs and Human Rights Minister started it by affirming on Thursday in the National Assembly to look into all misdeeds of the past and take action if it was found after due scrutiny irregularities had been co
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus announcements by the companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
Tunisia to participate in 'My Karachi' exhibition

Tunisia to participate in 'My Karachi' exhibition

"The 'My Karachi' exhibition organised by Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) is definitely an excellent channel to promote Tunisian products and a great exposure for Tunisian companies to display/sale their products to thousands of visitors/con
Published 18 Apr, 2008 12:00am
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