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
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
Bill Buying Rates per unit of currency -- issued by the Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan on Saturday (September 26, 2009).
Interest rates on new foreign currency deposits issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Saturday (September 26, 2009).
Sixteen people were killed and 154 were injured in two bomb blasts in Bannu and the provincial metropolis Peshawar respectively on Saturday. Meanwhile, App adds: Two police personnel and two other persons were shot dead in different incidents of violence
Sixteen people were killed and 154 were injured in two bomb blasts in Bannu and the provincial metropolis Peshawar respectively on Saturday. Meanwhile, App adds: Two police personnel and two other persons were shot dead in different incidents of violence
Foreign Secretaries of Pakistan and India Saturday had "useful exchange of views" ahead of an important meeting, being held on Sunday between the foreign ministers of the two countries. "We had a useful exchange of views," Indian Foreign Secretary Nirupom
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Saturday announced that the government will table an Accountability Bill in the next budget session. The Prime Minster also announced that the anti-terrorism laws would be improved so that any terrorist could not g
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Saturday announced that the government will table an Accountability Bill in the next budget session. The Prime Minster also announced that the anti-terrorism laws would be improved so that any terrorist could not g
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Saturday announced that the government will table an Accountability Bill in the next budget session. The Prime Minster also announced that the anti-terrorism laws would be improved so that any terrorist could not g
Foreign Secretaries of Pakistan and India Saturday had "useful exchange of views" ahead of an important meeting, being held on Sunday between the foreign ministers of the two countries. "We had a useful exchange of views," Indian Foreign Secretary Nirupom
The government is likely to increase power tariff by 7 percent from October 1, 2009 as agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), after formal approval of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. On J
The government is likely to increase power tariff by 7 percent from October 1, 2009 as agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), after formal approval of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. On J
The government is likely to increase power tariff by 7 percent from October 1, 2009 as agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), after formal approval of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. On J
Mixed pattern was again witnessed on the currency market on Saturday in process of persisting demand for dollars, dealers said. On the interbank market the rupee drifted lower against dollar shedding nine paisa for buying at 83.04 and dropped by eight pai
The contribution of services sector in overall gross domestic product (GDP) stood at 53 percent in 2007 but its contribution in overall taxes is still very negligible, resulting in serious distortions in the entire taxation system of Pakistan.
Mixed pattern was again witnessed on the currency market on Saturday in process of persisting demand for dollars, dealers said. On the interbank market the rupee drifted lower against dollar shedding nine paisa for buying at 83.04 and dropped by eight pai
The contribution of services sector in overall gross domestic product (GDP) stood at 53 percent in 2007 but its contribution in overall taxes is still very negligible, resulting in serious distortions in the entire taxation system of Pakistan.
The contribution of services sector in overall gross domestic product (GDP) stood at 53 percent in 2007 but its contribution in overall taxes is still very negligible, resulting in serious distortions in the entire taxation system of Pakistan.
Germany's rival politicians made their final pleas for votes on Saturday, the last day of campaigning for a tense election that is forecast to hand Chancellor Angela Merkel a second term in office. Merkel, 55, has won plaudits at home and abroad for her s
Pakistan defeated India in the day-night Champions Trophy match on Saturday. Batting first, Shoaib Malik hammered a robust century to help Pakistan post a challenging 302-9 against India. In replay India were all out 248 in 44. 5 overs. Malik made 128 for
Pakistan defeated India in the day-night Champions Trophy match on Saturday. Batting first, Shoaib Malik hammered a robust century to help Pakistan post a challenging 302-9 against India. In replay India were all out 248 in 44. 5 overs. Malik made 128 for
The collection of sales tax at the import stage showed a nominal increase of 3.7 percent during 2008-09 due to slow down in imports. According to a FBR report on 2008-09 performance, sales tax on import is an important source of collection of federal taxe
The collection of sales tax at the import stage showed a nominal increase of 3.7 percent during 2008-09 due to slow down in imports. According to a FBR report on 2008-09 performance, sales tax on import is an important source of collection of federal taxe
Germany's rival politicians made their final pleas for votes on Saturday, the last day of campaigning for a tense election that is forecast to hand Chancellor Angela Merkel a second term in office. Merkel, 55, has won plaudits at home and abroad for her s
The collection of sales tax at the import stage showed a nominal increase of 3.7 percent during 2008-09 due to slow down in imports. According to a FBR report on 2008-09 performance, sales tax on import is an important source of collection of federal taxe
A meeting of the Supreme Judicial Council held here on Saturday continued proceedings on the complaint, received from the Chief Justice of Sindh High Court against Justice Muhammad Afzal Soomro, Judge of the same court. The meeting was held under the Chai
The Group of 20 rich and developing economies, fresh from a triumphant show of unity at Pittsburgh, faces months of deal-making and communication to markets that will test its credibility as the premier global forum for economic co-operation. "It worked,"
A meeting of the Supreme Judicial Council held here on Saturday continued proceedings on the complaint, received from the Chief Justice of Sindh High Court against Justice Muhammad Afzal Soomro, Judge of the same court. The meeting was held under the Chai
The Group of 20 rich and developing economies, fresh from a triumphant show of unity at Pittsburgh, faces months of deal-making and communication to markets that will test its credibility as the premier global forum for economic co-operation. "It worked,"
The Group of 20 rich and developing economies, fresh from a triumphant show of unity at Pittsburgh, faces months of deal-making and communication to markets that will test its credibility as the premier global forum for economic co-operation. "It worked,"
A court adjourned until October 3 a hearing for seven militants suspected of involvement in last year's attacks in Mumbai that killed 166 people, a lawyer said. The foreign ministers of India and Pakistan are due to meet in New York on Sunday, but India h
President Barack Obama said on Saturday the discovery of a secret nuclear plant in Iran showed a "disturbing pattern" of evasion by Tehran which added urgency to its October 1. talks with world powers. Iranian officials voiced defiance, with one saying he
The government has decided to amend the 1976 Seed Act to make the legislation more effective, encompassing present day requirements like attracting private sector investment and making it compatible with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) regime.
The government has decided to amend the 1976 Seed Act to make the legislation more effective, encompassing present day requirements like attracting private sector investment and making it compatible with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) regime.
The government has decided to amend the 1976 Seed Act to make the legislation more effective, encompassing present day requirements like attracting private sector investment and making it compatible with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) regime.
A court adjourned until October 3 a hearing for seven militants suspected of involvement in last year's attacks in Mumbai that killed 166 people, a lawyer said. The foreign ministers of India and Pakistan are due to meet in New York on Sunday, but India h
Afghan Independent Election Commission announced on Saturday the preliminary results for 357 provincial lawmakers, while there was still no exact date for final results of hotly disputed presidential election. Nearly 3,340 Afghan candidates participated i
Afghan Independent Election Commission announced on Saturday the preliminary results for 357 provincial lawmakers, while there was still no exact date for final results of hotly disputed presidential election. Nearly 3,340 Afghan candidates participated i
Nearly 60 people were killed, Manila was blacked out and airline flights were suspended as a powerful typhoon battered the main Philippines island of Luzon on Saturday, disaster officials said. Television showed houses swept away by swollen rivers, people
Nearly 60 people were killed, Manila was blacked out and airline flights were suspended as a powerful typhoon battered the main Philippines island of Luzon on Saturday, disaster officials said. Television showed houses swept away by swollen rivers, people
President Barack Obama said on Saturday the discovery of a secret nuclear plant in Iran showed a "disturbing pattern" of evasion by Tehran which added urgency to its October 1. talks with world powers. Iranian officials voiced defiance, with one saying he
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has taken a suo motu action regarding allegations of corruption in Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and asked its management to submit comments, a copy of the SC notice available with Business Recorder says.
Iran said on Saturday it would allow UN inspectors into its newly disclosed uranium enrichment plant, as US President Barack Obama led a global outcry against Tehran for building the facility. "As the president (Mahmoud Ahmadinejad) said, we have no probl
Iran said on Saturday it would allow UN inspectors into its newly disclosed uranium enrichment plant, as US President Barack Obama led a global outcry against Tehran for building the facility. "As the president (Mahmoud Ahmadinejad) said, we have no probl
The General Headquarters (GHQ) has asked the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to obtain clearance before initiating construction work to set up an airstrip at Islamkot, district Tharparkar, it is reliably learnt. This was conveyed to the CAA at a meeting of
The General Headquarters (GHQ) has asked the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to obtain clearance before initiating construction work to set up an airstrip at Islamkot, district Tharparkar, it is reliably learnt. This was conveyed to the CAA at a meeting of
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has taken a suo motu action regarding allegations of corruption in Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and asked its management to submit comments, a copy of the SC notice available with Business Recorder says.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has taken a suo motu action regarding allegations of corruption in Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) and asked its management to submit comments, a copy of the SC notice available with Business Recorder says.