Senators of Balochistan have demanded of the government to take practical measures without any delay to implement "Aghaz-e-Haqooq-e-Balochistan" package and give maximum provincial autonomy for securing the rights of the people. They also demanded of the
Leader of the Opposition in National Assembly, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, has urged the government to initiate, what he called, backdoor talks with embittered leadership of Balochistan and announce general amnesty for everyone to bring them back to the main
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Monday submitted a resolution in National Assembly's Secretariat against the ban on construction of mosques' minarets in Switzerland. The resolution says, "This House strongly deplores the result of the referendum i
Opposition leader in the National Assembly Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Monday said his party wanted the new accountability commission to be headed by a serving or retired judge of the Supreme Court, who should be appointed by the Prime Minister after consu
The Executive Board of National Highway Authority (NHA), which met with Chairman NHA Altaf Ahmed Chaudhry in the chair here on Monday, approved new projects to develop Multan City including Multan Inner Ring Road and construction of flyovers at Jinnah Cho
The Federal Board of Revenue has started verification of customs valuation for large number of imported items to prevent revenue leakage in future. Sources told Business Recorder here on Monday the FBR has started an exercise to verify customs valu
On the eve of International Volunteer Day (IVD), Mobilink, Pakistan's market leader in cellular services and a subsidiary of Orascom Telecom Holding, commemorated employees for maintaining the spirit of volunteerism throughout the year. Designated by the
Chief Minister Punjab, Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan can earn foreign exchange worth billions of rupees by exporting agri products to Middle East and other countries. He said that Punjab government has completed unique project of Cold Car
On the successful completion of first year of MCB privilege, S M Muneer, Vice Chairman, Atif Bajwa, President and CEO and Mehreen Ahmed - Group Head Consumer Banking along with the Privilege Banking Team hosted a lunch for 150 guests, from various sectors
Sultan Ahmed Chawla, President FPCCI, Tariq Sayeed, President Saarc CCI and former President FPCCI, S.M.Muneer, President Indo-Pak CCI and former President FPCCI, Iftikhar Ali Malik, Vice President Saarc CCI, Zakaria Usman, Mansha Churra and Mumtaz Ali Sh
The first session of Overseas Pakistanis Forum (OPF), chaired by Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Dr Farooq Sattar concluded in Dubai on Monday night. It was organised by Javed Malik, Pakistan's Ambassador and, on the occasion the Overseas Pakist
The decision of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Karachi (BIEK), to allow its employees to enjoy the benefit of double salaries at the expense of the provincial government has not only affected their performance but has also resulted in
"The demise of Ghulam Rasul comes as a national loss to Pakistan. This legendary artist was an institution in his own being," said Syed Jawaid Iqbal, Chairman, Central Institute for Arts and Crafts (CIAC), the pioneer arts and crafts school in Pakistan. J
Darussalam Institute of Islamic Studies, Pondok Modern Darussalam, Gonto, Ponorogo, Indonesia and Punjab University have signed a letter of intent(LoI) to explore areas of academic collaboration between the two institutions. Punjab University Acting vice-
Senior Provincial Minister, Raja Riaz Ahmed has directed to ensure foolproof security arrangements for the public meeting to be held on December 13. He was presiding over a meeting at committee room of Punjab Assembly here on Monday. He asked police and a
A well reputed German solar company Azur Solar GmbH has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Raza Impex Pvt Ltd Pakistan during the visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani to Germany. According to Board of Investment (Bo
The Lahore High Court (LHC) here on Monday hearing a petition against contaminated drinking water directed three drinking water supply companies to file their replies within fortnight. The court also sought replies from Water and Sanitation Authority (Was
More than 500 protest banners have been put up all over Faisalabad in first phase to mark launching of "save value added industry - save the country" campaign here on Monday. The campaign is being organised by textile trade bodies on country wide level an
Chaudhry Manzoor Ahmed, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) stalwart from district Kasur, is likely to contest elections for the slot of party secretary general against Chaudhry Aitzaz Ahsan, said the party sources. Talking to Business Recorder, the party source
The Academic Convocation of the University of Sindh will be held on December 22. The rehearsal of the convocation will take place on December 21 at 11.00am at the Madr-e-Millat Fatima Jinnah Gymnasium at Allama I.I.Kazi campus Jamshoro. All candidates who
The Lahore High Court issued notices to Attorney General of Pakistan and Advocate General of Punjab for December 21 in a petition praying to the court to declare beneficiaries of National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO), disqualified from contesting the el
Pakistan Electric Power Company's spokesman has said that Pepco teams are busy in rehabilitation/repair work of four damaged pylons of 500KV transmission lines blasted by unidentified miscreants in a sabotage activity. Rehabilitation work started on war f
Punjab Chief Minister, Shahbaz Sharif has directed that all out resources should be utilised for maintaining religious harmony and law and order during Muharram-ul-Haram and law-enforcement agencies should remain fully alert for this purpose. He said that
A Chicago man charged with plotting to attack a Danish newspaper also spent two years planning the deadly 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai, US officials said Monday. The US Department of Justice also said a retired Pakistani military officer faces US terrori
A swine flu victim died on Monday at a local hospital, alarming the health authorities who immediately issued red alert to all the hospitals in the metropolis. Iftikhar, a patient of swine flu working as physiotherapist at Social Security Hospital, was ad
The Lahore High Court has issued notice to Chairman Liquidation Board in a contempt petition filed by a citizen Anwar Hussain praying to the court to direct the respondent chairman to pay the amount for the land acquired by the board. The petitioner conte
Operation against structures raised in violation of building by-laws or without getting approval from the Lahore Development Authority (LDA) continued for the second consecutive day on Monday. District Co-ordination Officer (DCO) Lahore Sajjad Bhutta supe
The Lahore High Court issued notices for December 21 in a petition praying to the court to declare beneficiaries of National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO) disqualified from contesting the election or holding any public office. The petitioner Javed Iqbal
Speakers at a Youth Media Interface Dialogue titled Information Empowers have called for raising awareness among youth about sexual reproductive health and rights. The event was organised by Rahnuma Family Planning Association of Pakistan at a local hotel
Emirates airlines continues its partnership with Wavetec." Wavetec's state of the art dual printer touch screen LCD kiosk (Queue Management) solution installed at Emirates new office in Sharjah, UAE, according to a press release received here. Emirates Ai
Japan has provided 15 ambulances to Pakistan aiming to improve health and medical service in Federally Administered Tribal Area (Fata), says a press release received here on Monday. These ambulances were purchased as a part of 'Non-Project Grant Aid' of 7
Punjab Finance Minister Tanvir Ashraf Kaira has said that the meeting of National Finance Commission (NFC) Award would be held in Lahore on December 9 and 10 for which all necessary arrangement have been finalised. While talking to a delegation of newsmen
Pakistan has handed over all available 'proofs', to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFAs), regarding Indian involvement in terrorist activities here, and the issue would be taken up with New Delhi during the Pak-India composite dialogue. Pakistan and Af
The Sindh government is reluctant to clear the outstanding electricity dues of Rs 12 billion of the Hyderabad Electric Supply Corporation (Hesco), and insists that the bills are inflated and based on average, it is learnt. According to sources, the utilit
Commerce Minister Makhdoom Amin Fahim has urged the US to expedite progress on bilateral investment treaty (BIT) and reconstruction opportunity zones (ROZs). Talking to US Ambassador to Pakistan Anne W Patterson, who called on him in his office on Monday,
The World Trade Organisation chief urged members Monday to resist protectionist pressure in the wake of the economic crisis, but said hopes of an early deal to free up international commerce are uncertain. "In February this year, the global economic downt
Bears occupied the driving seat at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Monday where equities showed negative signs under the lead of trend-setters amid decrease in index. ISE-10 Index showed a decrease of 3.98 points from 2,086.02 to 2,082.04 points. Tu
Bears occupied the driving seat at the Islamabad Stock Exchange (ISE) on Monday where equities showed negative signs under the lead of trend-setters amid decrease in index. ISE-10 Index showed a decrease of 3.98 points from 2,086.02 to 2,082.04 points. Tu
Bearish sentiment kept the equities range-bound on Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday and trading turnover declined considerably on account of lack of interest on the part of investors who remained on the sidelines. The LSE-25 index declined by 7.11 points a
Bearish sentiment kept the equities range-bound on Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday and trading turnover declined considerably on account of lack of interest on the part of investors who remained on the sidelines. The LSE-25 index declined by 7.11 points a
On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 7,855.56 points and, after a short upward boost, fell and remained in negative for the rest of market time. It closed at 7,822.01 points, with a net negative change of -33.55 points and percentage change of -0.43.
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
On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 7,855.56 points and, after a short upward boost, fell and remained in negative for the rest of market time. It closed at 7,822.01 points, with a net negative change of -33.55 points and percentage change of -0.43.
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
The prevailing political uncertainty over NRO issue and security concerns kept the investors totally on the sidelines on Monday as trading volumes at ready counter drastically declined to 23-week low at 8,992.92 points. Although the market opened on a pos
The prevailing political uncertainty over NRO issue and security concerns kept the investors totally on the sidelines on Monday as trading volumes at ready counter drastically declined to 23-week low at 8,992.92 points. Although the market opened on a pos
The prevailing political uncertainty over NRO issue and security concerns kept the investors totally on the sidelines on Monday as trading volumes at ready counter drastically declined to 23-week low at 8,992.92 points. Although the market opened on a pos
Gul Ahmed first began trading in textiles in the early 1900's, and manufacturing started in 1953 with the establishment of Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Limited. Gul Ahmed was listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange in 1972. Fifty years since its inception, the na
At least 10 people were killed and 47 others injured in a suicide bomb blast near the gate of the Sessions Court here on Monday. An official of the bomb disposal squad (BDS) said that the suicide bomber, who arrived in an auto-rickshaw and tried to enter
PFBA started off in 1991 with a handful of founding members and is today an engine for promoting Pakistan France economic and trade ties with 150 members. His Excellency, Mr Daniel Jouanneau, Ambassador of France in Pakistan, is the Patron-in-Chief.
At least 10 people were killed and 47 others injured in a suicide bomb blast near the gate of the Sessions Court here on Monday. An official of the bomb disposal squad (BDS) said that the suicide bomber, who arrived in an auto-rickshaw and tried to enter
The Department of Economic Affairs of the Embassy of France in Pakistan wishes to congratulate Pakistan France Business Alliance for the holding of its 6th Trade Awards Ceremony to honour the leading trade partners with France.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday announced to provide 6 percent research and development (R&D) support on export of processed food. However, the SBP has said that it would not directly receive R&D support claims, and cases duly approved by Trade
Pakistan France Business Alliance is holding its second Trade Performance Awards ceremony in one year. A rather unusual step, but it was imperative for your Executive Committee to clear the back log before leaving office. My Presidency of PFBA will come t
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday announced to provide 6 percent research and development (R&D) support on export of processed food. However, the SBP has said that it would not directly receive R&D support claims, and cases duly approved by Trade