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Print - 2009-06-30
PKB slates Indus water treaty

PKB slates Indus water treaty

The Pakistan Kisan Board (PKB) termed the Indus Water Treaty a conspiracy to deprive Pakistan of its due share of water. Addressing a press conference here on Monday, Khurshid Kanju, President of PKB Punjab, stated that India was behind the present water
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Constitutional reforms: Parliamentary body seeks suggestions

Constitutional reforms: Parliamentary body seeks suggestions

Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional Reforms on Monday decided to restrict its mandate to three subjects and the constitutional reform package would deal with provincial autonomy, 17th amendment and Charter of Democracy (CoD).
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Government won't tolerate any embezzlement in IDPs' funds: minister

Government won't tolerate any embezzlement in IDPs' funds: minister

The government will not tolerate any embezzlement in the distribution process of relief amount among the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) said Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Qamar Zaman Kaira here Monday. Addressing a press conferenc
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Training workshops for Zakat held

Training workshops for Zakat held

The Ministry of Zakat and Ushr is striving to ensure optimum utilisation of Zakat funds within the financial regulations of the government of Pakistan. In this respect, the Ministry held training workshops for the benefit of finance departments of Nationa
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Sindh Assembly passes two government bills

Sindh Assembly passes two government bills

Sindh Assembly, through passing two government bills into law on Monday, approved the establishment of two "open to all" educational institutes in this provincial capital to promote research-oriented education in business, medical and emerging sciences in
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Irregularities in revenue departments: CJ takes suo motu notice

Irregularities in revenue departments: CJ takes suo motu notice

Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry on Monday took suo motu notice of highhandedness and irregularities of Patwaris and the revenue departments. Taking notice in the public interest on a news item appeared in the press, the CJ has called comments fro
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Sindh Assembly passes two government bills

Sindh Assembly passes two government bills

Sindh Assembly, through passing two government bills into law on Monday, approved the establishment of two "open to all" educational institutes in this provincial capital to promote research-oriented education in business, medical and emerging sciences in
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
BoP Rs 9 billion scam: Supreme Court summons Hamesh Khan for July 14

BoP Rs 9 billion scam: Supreme Court summons Hamesh Khan for July 14

The Supreme Court is all set to recover Rs 9 billion loans outstanding against Haris Steel Industries as it issued direction for Hamesh Khan, a former president of Bank of Punjab (BoP), the principal accused who fled the country last year, to appear befor
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Ogra sends summary to raise POL prices

Ogra sends summary to raise POL prices

Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) sent a summary to Petroleum Ministry on Monday to increase the petroleum prices by two to three rupees per litre from 1st July. According to Aaj News, Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority's action is in line with
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
'No US money being used on nuclear command and control systems'

'No US money being used on nuclear command and control systems'

Pakistan on Monday rejected as "malafide" reports that US money was being used to enhance safety and security of country's nuclear programme, saying its command and control systems were completely indigenous. "We are fully capable of looking after the saf
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Haseeb stresses need for land reforms

Haseeb stresses need for land reforms

Senator Abdul Haseeb Khan has emphasised the need for carrying out agricultural land reforms on priority basis in the country. He was talking to newsmen at a lunch reception hosted by the Dean, Faculty of Eastern Medicine, Hamdard University, Professor Dr
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Town Nazim Landhi presents Rs 577.52 million budget

Town Nazim Landhi presents Rs 577.52 million budget

Town Municipal Administration, Landhi has presented its Rs 577.52 million budget for fiscal year 2009-10 on Monday. According to a press release issued by Landhi Town administration, presenting the budget the Town Naib Nazim, Muhammad Hameed, said that th
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Town Nazim Landhi presents Rs 577.52 million budget

Town Nazim Landhi presents Rs 577.52 million budget

Town Municipal Administration, Landhi has presented its Rs 577.52 million budget for fiscal year 2009-10 on Monday. According to a press release issued by Landhi Town administration, presenting the budget the Town Naib Nazim, Muhammad Hameed, said that th
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Three gunned down

Three gunned down

Three people were killed in two separate violent incidents in the metropolis on Monday, police and witnesses said. Two persons including a businessman were gunned down by unidentified armed men in the jurisdiction of Al-Falah police. SHO Adnan Shah said a
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
KESC refuses to pay Rs 5.6 billion land-use dues to CDGK

KESC refuses to pay Rs 5.6 billion land-use dues to CDGK

Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) has refused to pay over Rs 5.623 billion outstanding land-use dues of the City District Government Karachi (CDGK). "The Electricity Act allows the company to use the government land for its installations like differe
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule

Shares buy-back schedule of listed companies on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
FBISE announces SSC part-II result

FBISE announces SSC part-II result

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) on Monday announced the results of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) annual examination Part-II, 2009 with a pass percentage of 81.77 percent. According to the board's notification, a
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Dacoit killed, four others arrested after encounter

Dacoit killed, four others arrested after encounter

A dacoit was killed and four of his accomplices were arrested in injured condition by police after an encounter near Metrovil on Monday. The alleged dacoits were fleeing the crime scene after looting a mobile phone shop, when police received information a
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Proposed right issues

Proposed right issues

Right issues proposed by companies listed on Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Media urged to play role for improving image of Pakistan

Media urged to play role for improving image of Pakistan

President Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), Anjum Nisar has urged the media to play its role for improving image of Pakistan in the eyes of foreign countries. Speaking at media and business conference 2009 on "Media and Business Joining han
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

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

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
No ban on import of Pakistani rice into Indonesia: envoy

No ban on import of Pakistani rice into Indonesia: envoy

Indonesian Ambassador to Pakistan Kshak Latuconsina on Monday said that there was no ban on Pakistani rice in Indonesia. He was talking to leading rice exporters during his visit to the office of Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (Reap) here. The Ind
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Board Meetings

Board Meetings

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Rs 1.904 billion Sessi budget for 2009-10 presented

Rs 1.904 billion Sessi budget for 2009-10 presented

Sindh Employees' Social Security Institution (Sessi) has earmarked Rs 1.904 billion for the annual budget 2009-10 of the institution, which is 21 per cent higher than the revised budget for outgoing fiscal year 2008-09. The budget was presented by the com
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Sessi employees protest 'illegal' transfers, posting

Sessi employees protest 'illegal' transfers, posting

Employees of Sindh Employees' Social Security Institution (Sessi) on Monday staged a protest demonstration against the "illegal" transfer and posting and the "proposal to close down operations of collection department" at Sessi head office.
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Kayani given briefing on PAF operations in Fata and Swat

Kayani given briefing on PAF operations in Fata and Swat

Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvaiz Kayani on Monday expressed complete satisfaction over the ongoing military operation against terrorists saying it is imperative to eliminate terrorists for the sake of the future of Pakistan. He was talking to C
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
NWFP MPAs call on President

NWFP MPAs call on President

A two-member delegation of elected representatives from NWFP called on President Asif Ali Zardari here at the Aiwan-e-Sadr on Monday. During the meeting the matters regarding the on-going drive against militants in Swat and Waziristan and the various meas
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Nation will soon get rid of terrorism: Gilani

Nation will soon get rid of terrorism: Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that people of Pakistan will soon get rid of the menace of the terrorism as a result of the on-going military operation launched in Malakand division and other parts of the NWFP. Speaking in the National Ass
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Education can help curb extremism: Prime Minister

Education can help curb extremism: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Monday said the government intends to promote education at grassroots level, not only to help strengthen country's development but control extremist views among the new generation. He was addressing the medal awar
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Amendments to constitution under consideration: Baber

Amendments to constitution under consideration: Baber

Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Dr Baber Awan has said that constitutional amendments including 58 (2), NFC awards and provincial autonomy are under consideration. Talking to private TV channel, he said, "The 27 member of committee has been formed as pe
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Settlement of Kashmir dispute vital to development of South Asia

Settlement of Kashmir dispute vital to development of South Asia

Speakers at a seminar have underlined the need to settle Kashmir dispute amicably through dialogue process to bring sustainable development and security in South Asia. Dr Sheikh Shaukat Hussain, a professor of Kashmir University, speaking at the seminar o
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Unprecedented water increase recorded in Indus river: Irsa

Unprecedented water increase recorded in Indus river: Irsa

Unprecedented increase was recorded in Indus River on Monday morning with water inflow 197,700 cusecs which is considered a good sign for the water availability in Tarbela Dam, the largest water reservoir of the country. According to a press release issue
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates

Odd Lot Market Rates on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
OIC secretary visits Jalozai camp

OIC secretary visits Jalozai camp

Assistant Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs of Organisation for Islamic Countries (OIC), Ata Al Mannan Rakhit has appreciated the excellent role of Pakistan army in fighting terrorism and managing the extraordinary relief operation for dislocated
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
PPAF starts providing milk to 9,000 IDPs children

PPAF starts providing milk to 9,000 IDPs children

Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), in collaboration with TetraPak and other dairy industry leaders, has started providing milk on daily basis to 9,000 children below the age of ten in two camps in Shah Mansoor, Swabi. PPAF and TetraPak have joined
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Government to provide free food to each returning IDP family

Government to provide free food to each returning IDP family

The government in collaboration with United Nations and various NGOs would continue providing free food to each returning displaced family for at least six months to enable them to fully stabilise in their native areas. NWFP Minister for Social Welfare Si
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
PIAF donates Rs 1.75 million to IDPs

PIAF donates Rs 1.75 million to IDPs

The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has contributed Rs 1.75 million to the Chief Minister Relief Fund for IDPs. The PIAF Chairman Irfan Qaiser Sheikh, Vice Chairman Khawaja Shahzeb Akram and LCCI former President Mian Anjum Nisar
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Boeing and PIA donate four tons of medicines for IDPs

Boeing and PIA donate four tons of medicines for IDPs

Boeing International Corporation in collaboration with Direct Relief Intl. and PIA donated medicines weighing around four tons to the Internally Displaced Persons of Swat and Malakand on Monday. Joao Miguel M. R. Santos of Boeing handed over the consignme
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
PMA urges concerted efforts to check menace of medical negligence

PMA urges concerted efforts to check menace of medical negligence

General Secretary, Pakistan Medical Association - Karachi, Dr Samreena Hashmi has urged government as well as civil society to take stock of medical negligence, reported from different parts of the country. Talking to APP here on Monday, she said medical
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar five paisa down

THE RUPEE: dollar five paisa down

Slight improvement was seen on the interbank market on Monday as the rupee gained five paisa against dollar for buying and selling at 81.40 and 81.45, experts said. In the first Asian trading day dollar regained some ground after falling broadly late last
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
PTCL and HRI sign strategic agreement

PTCL and HRI sign strategic agreement

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), with a view to provide sales and after sales support of PTCL corporate product portfolio to the small and medium enterprises market has signed a strategic agreement with Habib Rafiq International (Pvt) Li
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Rain in next 24 hours may break hot spell: Met Office

Rain in next 24 hours may break hot spell: Met Office

The people of Azad Kashmir, Northern parts of the Punjab and adjoining areas including the federal capital and Rawalpindi will receive the first ever monsoon rain within next 24 hours that will break the continuous warm spell and provide a sigh of relief
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Prime Minister visits residence of Arshad Sami to condole death

Prime Minister visits residence of Arshad Sami to condole death

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Monday visited the residence of the '65 war veteran Squadron Leader Arshad Sami Khan and father of renowned singer Adnan Sami Khan, who died of cancer last week. Arshad Sami Khan died at the Kokilaben-Dhirubhai Am
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
AJK Assembly approves Rs 35.4 billion budget

AJK Assembly approves Rs 35.4 billion budget

Azad Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, on Monday unanimously approved tax-free budget amounting to over Rs 35.406 billion for the next fiscal year. Speaker AJK Legislative Assembly Shah Ghulam Qadir, while chairing the budget session lauded the member
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar five paisa down

THE RUPEE: dollar five paisa down

Slight improvement was seen on the interbank market on Monday as the rupee gained five paisa against dollar for buying and selling at 81.40 and 81.45, experts said. In the first Asian trading day dollar regained some ground after falling broadly late last
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
AJK Assembly approves Rs 35.4 billion budget

AJK Assembly approves Rs 35.4 billion budget

Azad Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, on Monday unanimously approved tax-free budget amounting to over Rs 35.406 billion for the next fiscal year. Speaker AJK Legislative Assembly Shah Ghulam Qadir, while chairing the budget session lauded the member
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
42 Afghan and Pakistani migrants held in Malaysia

42 Afghan and Pakistani migrants held in Malaysia

Malaysian authorities arrested 36 Afghans and six Pakistanis after detaining two boats trying to smuggle them to Australia via Indonesia, a top marine police official said Monday. Marzuki Ismail, central Selangor state's marine police chief, told AFP that
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Gastro epidemic spreading in Lahore

Gastro epidemic spreading in Lahore

With rise in mercury, more and more cases of gastro-enteritis are being reported in different hospitals of the provincial metropolis. Over 1500 gastroenteritis patients, mostly children had so far been admitted in different city hospitals. Doctors had sai
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
LHC adjourns hearing of Shujaat's petition against Ahmad Mukhtar

LHC adjourns hearing of Shujaat's petition against Ahmad Mukhtar

The Lahore High Court adjourned for July 11 the hearing in an election petition of PML-Q President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain against the defence minister Ahmad Mukhtar of PPP when petitioner counsel was still submitting his arguments. PML-Q President Chaud
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Another 600 megawatts power being added to system: Pepco

Another 600 megawatts power being added to system: Pepco

Three new power generation plants would start contributing 600mw power in the system within a period of next 10 days - ensuring significant solace to power consumers, Managing Director Pakistan Electric Power Company Tahir Basharat Cheema said on Monday.
Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (June 29, 2009).

Published 30 Jun, 2009 12:00am
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