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Print - 2009-10-25
IID given approval of seats in Leprosy Hospital

IID given approval of seats in Leprosy Hospital

Sindh Medical Faculty Karachi has given approval for seats to Institute of Infectious Diseases (IID) in the City Government's Leprosy Hospital in 11 medical courses. The institute has now started admissions for diploma courses. The Food Inspector and Sani
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Security measures being taken for Lahore hospitals

Security measures being taken for Lahore hospitals

In the wake of recent terrorist acts and in pursuance of directions of the government, the management of different government hospitals has adopted security measures for hospital employees, patients and their attendants.
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Ellahi terms Punjab government as 'inefficient'

Ellahi terms Punjab government as 'inefficient'

Pakistan Muslim League-Q leader and former Chief Minister Punjab Chaudhry Pervaiz Ellahi has criticised the PML-N led Punjab government saying that it has done nothing for the welfare of the people of the province. He said this while talking to his party
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
No operation in Southern Punjab: PML-N leader

No operation in Southern Punjab: PML-N leader

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader, Senator Pervaiz Rashid, has said the government is not launching any military operation in Southern Punjab. Reacting to the statement of Amir Jamaat-i-Islami Syed Munawar Hassan, Senator Pervaiz Rashid said tha
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Bid to curtail CCP enforcement powers criticised

Bid to curtail CCP enforcement powers criticised

The Chairman, Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), Khalid Mirza, has said that any bid to curtail the enforcement powers of CCP would render the institution toothless and helpless against the powerful mafias in the country. He was addressing media me
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Education to be promoted in Lyari: education minister

Education to be promoted in Lyari: education minister

Sindh Education Minister, Pir Mazhar ul Haq, has directed the officers of his department to streamline academic matters in Lyari area of Karachi. He asked them to take measures for the promotion of education in Lyari and that three model schools be establ
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Sharmila stresses need to hold frequent cultural exhibitions

Sharmila stresses need to hold frequent cultural exhibitions

Advisor to Chief Minister, Sharmila Farooqi has emphasised the need for holding exhibitions of Sindh's cultural handicrafts more frequently to promote Sindh's culture and talent on one hand and take the people out of shadow of terrorism and augment an imp
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Another IIUI blast victim dies

Another IIUI blast victim dies

Another innocent victim of suicide attack at International Islamic University (IIUI) died here on Saturday at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims). Talking to Business Recorder, Dr Waseem Khawaja, Pims spokesman said that Amna Batool was b
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Legal, developmental perspectives of the Kerry-Lugar legislation

Legal, developmental perspectives of the Kerry-Lugar legislation

The currently raging debate on the Enhanced Partnership with Pakistan Act of 2009 - originally the Kerry-Lugar Bill, (herein after called the Act) has been generating more heat than light. Emotions still remain highly charged and objectivity has become a
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
New German government to slash taxes

New German government to slash taxes

Germany's newly elected government unveiled its plans for the next four years on Saturday, spearheaded by 24 billion euros of tax cuts in spite of the country's mammoth debt mountain. "It is all geared to creating jobs," Chancellor Angela Merkel said, cal
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
SBP Clarification

SBP Clarification

A report appearing in a section of the press today has alleged that the State Bank has been pressurised by the Finance Minister for getting exemption in the paid up capital requirement for the Silkbank. The report is incorrect and misleading. It is clarif
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
SBP Clarification

SBP Clarification

A report appearing in a section of the press today has alleged that the State Bank has been pressurised by the Finance Minister for getting exemption in the paid up capital requirement for the Silkbank. The report is incorrect and misleading. It is clarif
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
SBP Clarification

SBP Clarification

A report appearing in a section of the press today has alleged that the State Bank has been pressurised by the Finance Minister for getting exemption in the paid up capital requirement for the Silkbank. The report is incorrect and misleading. It is clarif
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Holbrooke expects less trouble in new Afghan election

Holbrooke expects less trouble in new Afghan election

US envoy Richard Holbrooke said Friday he expected fewer problems with the November 7 presidential run-off election in Afghanistan than with the fraud-tainted first round in August. Holbrooke, special representative to Afghanistan and Pakistan for Preside
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has recommended to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to initiate inquiry against the officer responsible for mal-administration. This verdict was given by Mumtaz Ahmad, adviser FTO, Karachi over the complaint filed by M/s J.M
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has recommended to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to initiate inquiry against the officer responsible for mal-administration. This verdict was given by Mumtaz Ahmad, adviser FTO, Karachi over the complaint filed by M/s J.M
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

FTO asks FBR to inquire into mal-administration

Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has recommended to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to initiate inquiry against the officer responsible for mal-administration. This verdict was given by Mumtaz Ahmad, adviser FTO, Karachi over the complaint filed by M/s J.M
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Schlumberger CEO eyes new shale gas drilling regulation

Schlumberger CEO eyes new shale gas drilling regulation

Schlumberger Ltd, the world's largest oilfield services company, expects new US regulations for a key natural gas drilling process because of public fears about water pollution, its CEO said on Friday. Asked by an analyst why Schlumberger supported disclo
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Japan calls on India to make climate commitment

Japan calls on India to make climate commitment

Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama called on his Indian counterpart on Saturday to make an international commitment on climate change, saying it was vital for a UN deal due in Copenhagen in December. Hatoyama, who took office last month after a landsl
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (October 24, 2009) and the forecast for Sunday (October 25, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has urged the United States to invest in the power sector, and said the government has embarked on a comprehensive strategy encompassing short-medium and long term measures to ensure energy security in the country. He add
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (October 24, 2009) and for Sunday (October 25, 2009).
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has urged the United States to invest in the power sector, and said the government has embarked on a comprehensive strategy encompassing short-medium and long term measures to ensure energy security in the country. He add
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Gilani urges Washington to invest in power sector

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has urged the United States to invest in the power sector, and said the government has embarked on a comprehensive strategy encompassing short-medium and long term measures to ensure energy security in the country. He add
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

The United States has expressed dissatisfaction over investment climate in Pakistan, but assured its full support in dealing with the energy crisis through short-term solutions, including the much criticised rental power plants (RPPs) and the fast track p
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

The United States has expressed dissatisfaction over investment climate in Pakistan, but assured its full support in dealing with the energy crisis through short-term solutions, including the much criticised rental power plants (RPPs) and the fast track p
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

RPPs, fast track power projects: US willing to help out

The United States has expressed dissatisfaction over investment climate in Pakistan, but assured its full support in dealing with the energy crisis through short-term solutions, including the much criticised rental power plants (RPPs) and the fast track p
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provisionally collected approximately Rs 80.3 billion up to October 23 2009 as compared to Rs 62.5 billion during the same period of last fiscal year, reflecting 28.2 percent growth due to better planning, enforcemen
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provisionally collected approximately Rs 80.3 billion up to October 23 2009 as compared to Rs 62.5 billion during the same period of last fiscal year, reflecting 28.2 percent growth due to better planning, enforcemen
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

28.2 percent growth in tax collection due to better planning

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provisionally collected approximately Rs 80.3 billion up to October 23 2009 as compared to Rs 62.5 billion during the same period of last fiscal year, reflecting 28.2 percent growth due to better planning, enforcemen
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
US denies military aid curbs India-centric

US denies military aid curbs India-centric

Senator Bob Corker, co-sponsor of oversight requirement for US counter-terrorism aid for Pakistan, Saturday said provisions in the Defence Bill were neither an attempt to appease Indian lobby on the Hill nor they meant to micromanage the key South Asian a
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
US denies military aid curbs India-centric

US denies military aid curbs India-centric

Senator Bob Corker, co-sponsor of oversight requirement for US counter-terrorism aid for Pakistan, Saturday said provisions in the Defence Bill were neither an attempt to appease Indian lobby on the Hill nor they meant to micromanage the key South Asian a
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is examining various proposals to bring changes in the withholding tax regime for improving collection during 2009-10. Sources told Business Recorder here on Saturday that the issue of improving withholding tax co
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is examining various proposals to bring changes in the withholding tax regime for improving collection during 2009-10. Sources told Business Recorder here on Saturday that the issue of improving withholding tax co
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

FBR examining proposals to improve WHT collection

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is examining various proposals to bring changes in the withholding tax regime for improving collection during 2009-10. Sources told Business Recorder here on Saturday that the issue of improving withholding tax co
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to take complete feedback, by the end of November 2009, from the business community on the new value-added tax (VAT) law for incorporating viable proposals. Sources told Business Recorder here on Satur
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Rates of Pipe Fittings

Rates of Pipe Fittings

Pipe fitting rates in rupees prevailing in the markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to take complete feedback, by the end of November 2009, from the business community on the new value-added tax (VAT) law for incorporating viable proposals. Sources told Business Recorder here on Satur
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Iron, steel and other metal rates

Iron, steel and other metal rates

Iron, steel and other metal rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

New VAT law: complete feedback to be taken from trade community

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to take complete feedback, by the end of November 2009, from the business community on the new value-added tax (VAT) law for incorporating viable proposals. Sources told Business Recorder here on Satur
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Automart: car prices in Karachi

Automart: car prices in Karachi

The prices of different makes and models of cars prevailing in Karachi in the week ended Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
China and India hold 'productive' talks amid spat

China and India hold 'productive' talks amid spat

Chinese premier Wen Jiabao and his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh held "productive" talks here on Saturday but did not discuss their ongoing diplomatic spat, an official said. The pair met on the sidelines of a regional summit in the coastal resort of
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
China and India hold 'productive' talks amid spat

China and India hold 'productive' talks amid spat

Chinese premier Wen Jiabao and his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh held "productive" talks here on Saturday but did not discuss their ongoing diplomatic spat, an official said. The pair met on the sidelines of a regional summit in the coastal resort of
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
US drone strike kills 14 in Khar

US drone strike kills 14 in Khar

A missile strike by a US drone killed at least 14 people in Khar on Saturday, officials said. The strike took place on a village 15 kilometres north of Khar, the main town of the restive Bajaur tribal district. "Fourteen people are now known to have been
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
US drone strike kills 14 in Khar

US drone strike kills 14 in Khar

A missile strike by a US drone killed at least 14 people in Khar on Saturday, officials said. The strike took place on a village 15 kilometres north of Khar, the main town of the restive Bajaur tribal district. "Fourteen people are now known to have been
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar higher

THE RUPEE: dollar higher

Bears dominated the interbank market on Saturday as the rupee lost 15 paisa versus dollar for buying and selling at 83.35 and 83.40, dealers said. Increasing demand for dollars pushed the rupee down and it is likely that the buying of US currency may incr
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Japan government coalition partner rejects new proposal for US base

Japan government coalition partner rejects new proposal for US base

A coalition partner of Japan's centre-left government on Saturday voiced opposition to a fresh proposal for keeping a controversial US base within the southern Japanese island of Okinawa. Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada said Friday the Marine Corps Futenma
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar higher

THE RUPEE: dollar higher

Bears dominated the interbank market on Saturday as the rupee lost 15 paisa versus dollar for buying and selling at 83.35 and 83.40, dealers said. Increasing demand for dollars pushed the rupee down and it is likely that the buying of US currency may incr
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Japan government coalition partner rejects new proposal for US base

Japan government coalition partner rejects new proposal for US base

A coalition partner of Japan's centre-left government on Saturday voiced opposition to a fresh proposal for keeping a controversial US base within the southern Japanese island of Okinawa. Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada said Friday the Marine Corps Futenma
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Turkish Prime Minister arrives on three-day visit

Turkish Prime Minister arrives on three-day visit

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey was accorded a warm welcome as he arrived here Saturday night on a three-day official visit to hold bilateral meetings and to launch CEO's Forum of Pakistani and Turkish entrepreneurs.
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Turkish Prime Minister arrives on three-day visit

Turkish Prime Minister arrives on three-day visit

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey was accorded a warm welcome as he arrived here Saturday night on a three-day official visit to hold bilateral meetings and to launch CEO's Forum of Pakistani and Turkish entrepreneurs.
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Thousands demonstrate in London against Afghan war effort

Thousands demonstrate in London against Afghan war effort

More than 2,000 people marched Saturday in London to demand an end to Britain's involvement in the Afghan war effort. Organised by a group called Stop The War Coalition, the demo was led by a current active-duty soldier as well as by relatives of British
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Thousands demonstrate in London against Afghan war effort

Thousands demonstrate in London against Afghan war effort

More than 2,000 people marched Saturday in London to demand an end to Britain's involvement in the Afghan war effort. Organised by a group called Stop The War Coalition, the demo was led by a current active-duty soldier as well as by relatives of British
Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
Member to Member

Member to Member

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Saturday (October 24, 2009).

Published 25 Oct, 2009 12:00am
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