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Print - 2010-12-19
China announces $410 million assistance for flood survivors

China announces $410 million assistance for flood survivors

China on Saturday announced 10 million dollars grant for citizens compensation programme for flood victims and 400 million dollars concessionary loan to help meet their needs. Speaking at National Disastrous Management Authority, Chinese Premier Wen Jiaba
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pak-China B2B meeting a great success

Pak-China B2B meeting a great success

The private sector of Pakistan and China made Saturday's B2B meeting a great success by identifying key areas ranging from agriculture to banking for multiplying trade and investment in the two countries in next five years. Both countries major business t
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
We seek all issues' including J&K peaceful resolution: Prime Minister

We seek all issues' including J&K peaceful resolution: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Saturday said Pakistan seeks a peaceful resolution of all issues with India, including the longstanding issue of Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a luncheon reception hosted in honour of visiting Chinese Premier Wen J
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan, China to cooperate in banking, space, energy sectors

Pakistan, China to cooperate in banking, space, energy sectors

Pakistan and China on Friday committed to further strengthen their multi-faceted strategic relationship by enhancing co-operation in space technology, banking, energy and communications. Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani and Chinese Premier Wen Jiaba
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
PML-N leadership urges Wen to further enhance cooperation

PML-N leadership urges Wen to further enhance cooperation

Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) Nawaz Sharif on Saturday called on the visiting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao here and discussed matters relating to bilateral interest. Nawaz Sharif, during the meeting that lasted for about an hour, urged the Chinese Pr
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Diplomats lauded for deepening Pak-China ties

Diplomats lauded for deepening Pak-China ties

Premier Wen Jiabao and Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Saturday had an extensive interaction with the Pakistani and Chinese citizens who contributed in forging friendship between the two countries, here at the newly inaugurated Pak-China Friends
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Chinese medical teams to perform 1,000 cataract surgeries

Chinese medical teams to perform 1,000 cataract surgeries

Beijing Torgren Hospital medical teams would operate 1000 cataract Pakistani patients free of charge to restore their vision. This was announced at the launching ceremony of 'Pak-China Friendship Bringing Light-Tour' held at Pak-China Friendship Center he
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Chinese traders invited to invest in Sialkot

Chinese traders invited to invest in Sialkot

The President of Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), Ghulam Mustafa, has said that there are wide opportunities of investment, business collaboration and establishment of joint ventures between business communities of China and Sialkot in dif
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
MCCI expects $25 billion trade, investment from China

MCCI expects $25 billion trade, investment from China

Welcoming the Chinese PM Wen Jiabao in Pakistan and announcement of $10 million grant for citizens compensation programme for flood victims and $400 million concession loan to help meet their needs, the president of Multan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Low wages makes Pakistan an attraction

Low wages makes Pakistan an attraction

The business community on Saturday stressed the need for utilising countries huge labour forces by introducing it to Chinese markets besides attracting investments into the country by offering low labour wages.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Ex-Blackwater International sold

Ex-Blackwater International sold

Private US security firm Xe, formerly known as Blackwater International, has been bought by a group of investors, they announced on Friday. New York-based USTC Holdings said it will acquire Xe and its core operating subsidiaries, but did not disclose the
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Ex-Blackwater International sold

Ex-Blackwater International sold

Private US security firm Xe, formerly known as Blackwater International, has been bought by a group of investors, they announced on Friday. New York-based USTC Holdings said it will acquire Xe and its core operating subsidiaries, but did not disclose the
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Asma alleges judges meddling in lawyers' elections

Asma alleges judges meddling in lawyers' elections

President Supreme Court Bar Association Asma Jahangir has alleged that judges of superior judiciary are intervening in the election of bar associations. She said, "I have received lot of complaints from all corners of the country about judiciary's interfe
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Asma alleges judges meddling in lawyers' elections

Asma alleges judges meddling in lawyers' elections

President Supreme Court Bar Association Asma Jahangir has alleged that judges of superior judiciary are intervening in the election of bar associations. She said, "I have received lot of complaints from all corners of the country about judiciary's interfe
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
US underlines need for operation in North Waziristan

US underlines need for operation in North Waziristan

The United States on Friday underlined the need for launching a military operation in North Waziristan against extremist safe havens as early as possible. However, it entrusted the decision-making power to Pakistan Army, admitting it had capacity issues.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
US underlines need for operation in North Waziristan

US underlines need for operation in North Waziristan

The United States on Friday underlined the need for launching a military operation in North Waziristan against extremist safe havens as early as possible. However, it entrusted the decision-making power to Pakistan Army, admitting it had capacity issues.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
APNS meeting on December 20

APNS meeting on December 20

A condolence reference in memory of the late M.A. Zuberi, the founder and the Editor-in-Chief of Daily Business Recorder and member emeritus of the Executive Committee, APNS, is scheduled to be held on Monday, December 20, 2010 at 3:00 pm at APNS O
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
APNS meeting on December 20

APNS meeting on December 20

A condolence reference in memory of the late M.A. Zuberi, the founder and the Editor-in-Chief of Daily Business Recorder and member emeritus of the Executive Committee, APNS, is scheduled to be held on Monday, December 20, 2010 at 3:00 pm at APNS O
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
WikiLeaks: Pakistan praised India's 'mature' Mumbai response

WikiLeaks: Pakistan praised India's 'mature' Mumbai response

A Pakistani diplomat praised India for acting "responsibly and maturely" after the Mumbai terrorist attacks that claimed 166 lives, according to US diplomatic cables obtained by Britain's Guardian newspaper. The Pakistan High Commission official in Delhi,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
WikiLeaks: Pakistan praised India's 'mature' Mumbai response

WikiLeaks: Pakistan praised India's 'mature' Mumbai response

A Pakistani diplomat praised India for acting "responsibly and maturely" after the Mumbai terrorist attacks that claimed 166 lives, according to US diplomatic cables obtained by Britain's Guardian newspaper. The Pakistan High Commission official in Delhi,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
UAE law eases ''sponsor'' grip on foreign workers

UAE law eases ''sponsor'' grip on foreign workers

The United Arab Emirates has eased its tough rules for foreign workers who want to change employer, loosening the controversial "sponsor" system in force in the Arab states of the Gulf. "An employee with an expired contract can obtain a new work permit an
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
UAE law eases 'sponsor' grip on foreign workers

UAE law eases 'sponsor' grip on foreign workers

The United Arab Emirates has eased its tough rules for foreign workers who want to change employer, loosening the controversial "sponsor" system in force in the Arab states of the Gulf. "An employee with an expired contract can obtain a new work permit an
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
UAE law eases 'sponsor' grip on foreign workers

UAE law eases 'sponsor' grip on foreign workers

The United Arab Emirates has eased its tough rules for foreign workers who want to change employer, loosening the controversial "sponsor" system in force in the Arab states of the Gulf. "An employee with an expired contract can obtain a new work permit an
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan''s foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

Pakistan''s foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

The country''s liquid foreign exchange reserves slightly increased by $27.4 million dollar during last week, the State Bank said on Saturday. During the week under review the country''s liquid foreign exchange reserves have registered an increase of 0.16
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

The country's liquid foreign exchange reserves slightly increased by $27.4 million dollar during last week, the State Bank said on Saturday. During the week under review the country's liquid foreign exchange reserves have registered an increase of 0.16 pe
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves inch up to $16.417 billion

The country's liquid foreign exchange reserves slightly increased by $27.4 million dollar during last week, the State Bank said on Saturday. During the week under review the country's liquid foreign exchange reserves have registered an increase of 0.16 pe
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Obama signs 'big win' tax bill

Obama signs 'big win' tax bill

President Barack Obama Friday savoured 'a big win' just six weeks after his rebuke by mid-term election voters, signing a 858-billion-dollar tax law after a contentious deal with Republicans. "The legislation... is a substantial victory for middle-class f
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Obama signs 'big win' tax bill

Obama signs 'big win' tax bill

President Barack Obama Friday savoured 'a big win' just six weeks after his rebuke by mid-term election voters, signing a 858-billion-dollar tax law after a contentious deal with Republicans. "The legislation... is a substantial victory for middle-class f
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

Late tender cannot be opened under Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) notification of July 2008, according to Transparency International Pakistan. TI Pakistan Chairman Adil Gilani in a letter sent to the Chairman of the Oil & Gas Development C
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

Late tender cannot be opened under Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) notification of July 2008, according to Transparency International Pakistan. TI Pakistan Chairman Adil Gilani in a letter sent to the Chairman of the Oil & Gas Development C
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

TI Pakistan points out violation of PPRA rules by OGDC

Late tender cannot be opened under Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) notification of July 2008, according to Transparency International Pakistan. TI Pakistan Chairman Adil Gilani in a letter sent to the Chairman of the Oil & Gas Development C
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
US Congress backs lifting military gay ban

US Congress backs lifting military gay ban

The US Senate on Saturday backed President Barack Obama's drive to let gays serve openly in the military for the first time in history and was set to give final congressional approval to the policy. Lawmakers voted 63-33 to end debate on a bill to repeal
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
US Congress backs lifting military gay ban

US Congress backs lifting military gay ban

The US Senate on Saturday backed President Barack Obama's drive to let gays serve openly in the military for the first time in history and was set to give final congressional approval to the policy. Lawmakers voted 63-33 to end debate on a bill to repeal
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Aaj News pays homage to M A Zuberi

Aaj News pays homage to M A Zuberi

Glowing tributes were paid to the late M A Zuberi, the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Business Recorder and Patron-in-Chief of Aaj News, for his services that he rendered in the field of journalism, particularly economics and finance, at a c
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Aaj News pays homage to M A Zuberi

Aaj News pays homage to M A Zuberi

Glowing tributes were paid to the late M A Zuberi, the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Business Recorder and Patron-in-Chief of Aaj News, for his services that he rendered in the field of journalism, particularly economics and finance, at a c
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
32 dead in Bangladesh boat sinking: official

32 dead in Bangladesh boat sinking: official

At least 32 people - all women and children - were killed after a boat capsized on a river in north-eastern Bangladesh, police said Sunday. The boat, carrying dozens of labourers, hit a cargo-laden ship and sank in the middle of the river Surma at Alipur,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
JUI-F seeking in-house change

JUI-F seeking in-house change

After quitting the ruling coalition, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has started contacting political forces for bringing about in-house change in the National Assembly.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
JUI-F seeking in-house change

JUI-F seeking in-house change

After quitting the ruling coalition, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has started contacting political forces for bringing about in-house change in the National Assembly.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Rehman, Asfandyar meet Fazl

Rehman, Asfandyar meet Fazl

The government once again failed in persuading Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazal (JUI-F) to rejoin coalition government here on Saturday. In the wake of the continued political manoeuvring in the Federal Capital, Interior Minister Rehman Malik and Awami National
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Rehman, Asfandyar meet Fazl

Rehman, Asfandyar meet Fazl

The government once again failed in persuading Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazal (JUI-F) to rejoin coalition government here on Saturday. In the wake of the continued political manoeuvring in the Federal Capital, Interior Minister Rehman Malik and Awami National
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR to launch e-system for refunds

FBR to launch e-system for refunds

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is planning to launch, by March 2011, the e-system to deposit refund payments directly into taxpayers'' bank accounts, Business Recorder learnt on Saturday. According to sources, the gap between issuance of refund
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
PQFTL announces unit prices

PQFTL announces unit prices

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Managed Fund (PQFTL) announced unit prices for the following funds on December 14, 2010.

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR to launch e-system for refunds

FBR to launch e-system for refunds

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is planning to launch, by March 2011, the e-system to deposit refund payments directly into taxpayers' bank accounts, Business Recorder learnt on Saturday. According to sources, the gap between issuance of refund
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
PQFTL announces unit prices

PQFTL announces unit prices

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Managed Fund (PQFTL) announced unit prices for the following funds on December 14, 2010.

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR to launch e-system for refunds

FBR to launch e-system for refunds

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is planning to launch, by March 2011, the e-system to deposit refund payments directly into taxpayers' bank accounts, Business Recorder learnt on Saturday. According to sources, the gap between issuance of refund
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
PQFTL announces unit prices

PQFTL announces unit prices

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Managed Fund (PQFTL) announced unit prices for the following funds on December 14, 2010.

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SSGC''s efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

SSGC''s efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

The World Bank has agreed to provide $200 million to Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) for ''Natural Gas Efficiency Project'' to replace pipeline, metering equipment for consumers and rehabilitation works in a bid to reduce ''Unaccounted for Gas'' (UFG).
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (December 18, 2010)and the forecast for Sunday (December 19, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SSGC's efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

SSGC's efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

The World Bank has agreed to provide $200 million to Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) for 'Natural Gas Efficiency Project' to replace pipeline, metering equipment for consumers and rehabilitation works in a bid to reduce 'Unaccounted for Gas' (UFG).
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SSGC's efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

SSGC's efficiency project: World Bank to provide $200 million

The World Bank has agreed to provide $200 million to Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) for 'Natural Gas Efficiency Project' to replace pipeline, metering equipment for consumers and rehabilitation works in a bid to reduce 'Unaccounted for Gas' (UFG).
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh has informed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that the present government cannot afford to go in litigation with Agility over Pakistan Automated Customs Computerised System (PaCCS), and desired smooth and transpar
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Saturday (December 18, 2010)and for Sunday (December 19, 2010).
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh has informed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that the present government cannot afford to go in litigation with Agility over Pakistan Automated Customs Computerised System (PaCCS), and desired smooth and transpar
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

FBR asked to resolve PaCCS issue with Agility

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh has informed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that the present government cannot afford to go in litigation with Agility over Pakistan Automated Customs Computerised System (PaCCS), and desired smooth and transpar
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SBP grants licence to ICBC

SBP grants licence to ICBC

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted licence to a Chinese Bank "Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)," to commence its operations in Pakistan. ICBC is China''s largest bank with a market capitalisation of $300 billion. The bank is pursui
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SBP grants licence to ICBC

SBP grants licence to ICBC

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted licence to a Chinese Bank "Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)," to commence its operations in Pakistan. ICBC is China's largest bank with a market capitalisation of $300 billion. The bank is pursuin
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
SBP grants licence to ICBC

SBP grants licence to ICBC

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted licence to a Chinese Bank "Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)," to commence its operations in Pakistan. ICBC is China's largest bank with a market capitalisation of $300 billion. The bank is pursuin
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange information on investment companies, brokerage houses, take-overs/mergers of listed com
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange information on investment companies, brokerage houses, take-overs/mergers of listed com
Published 19 Dec, 2010 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 (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

Pakistan, China to exchange capital market information

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange information on investment companies, brokerage houses, take-overs/mergers of listed com
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pak-China friendship higher than mountains, deeper than oceans: Zardari

Pak-China friendship higher than mountains, deeper than oceans: Zardari

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that Pak-China friendship is higher than mountains and deeper than oceans as people of both countries stand shoulder to shoulder through every trial. Speaking at a banquet hosted for the visiting Chinese Prime Minister,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Pak-China friendship higher than mountains, deeper than oceans: Zardari

Pak-China friendship higher than mountains, deeper than oceans: Zardari

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that Pak-China friendship is higher than mountains and deeper than oceans as people of both countries stand shoulder to shoulder through every trial. Speaking at a banquet hosted for the visiting Chinese Prime Minister,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

To boost Pak-China economic activities in various sectors, the Board of Investment (BoI) on Saturday hosted a Business Corporation Summit here which was attended by almost 260 Chinese delegates and 150 Pakistani businessmen. Inaugurating the summit, Finan
Published 19 Dec, 2010 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 (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

To boost Pak-China economic activities in various sectors, the Board of Investment (BoI) on Saturday hosted a Business Corporation Summit here which was attended by almost 260 Chinese delegates and 150 Pakistani businessmen. Inaugurating the summit, Finan
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

Summit to boost economic ties: Hafeez

To boost Pak-China economic activities in various sectors, the Board of Investment (BoI) on Saturday hosted a Business Corporation Summit here which was attended by almost 260 Chinese delegates and 150 Pakistani businessmen. Inaugurating the summit, Finan
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
CIA station chief pulled back from Islamabad after threats

CIA station chief pulled back from Islamabad after threats

The CIA's top spy in Pakistan, who helps oversee drone strikes against militants, has been forced to leave the country amid threats to his life, a US intelligence official said on Friday. The official did not provide further details about the abrupt depar
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Rates of Pipe Fittings

Rates of Pipe Fittings

Pipe fitting rates in rupees prevailing in the markets in Karachi on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
CIA station chief pulled back from Islamabad after threats

CIA station chief pulled back from Islamabad after threats

The CIA's top spy in Pakistan, who helps oversee drone strikes against militants, has been forced to leave the country amid threats to his life, a US intelligence official said on Friday. The official did not provide further details about the abrupt depar
Published 19 Dec, 2010 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 (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Rahul Gandhi warned US of Hindu extremist threat: WikiLeaks

Rahul Gandhi warned US of Hindu extremist threat: WikiLeaks

Rahul Gandhi, widely seen as an Indian prime minister-in-waiting, believes Hindu extremists may be a greater threat to his country than Islamist militants, a leaked US diplomatic cable said Friday. Gandhi, scion of India's Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 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 (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Rahul Gandhi warned US of Hindu extremist threat: WikiLeaks

Rahul Gandhi warned US of Hindu extremist threat: WikiLeaks

Rahul Gandhi, widely seen as an Indian prime minister-in-waiting, believes Hindu extremists may be a greater threat to his country than Islamist militants, a leaked US diplomatic cable said Friday. Gandhi, scion of India's Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty,
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Ashura attacks kill nine in Hangu

Ashura attacks kill nine in Hangu

A mortar attack killed nine people, including women and children, in Hangu on Friday as Shia Muslims marked Ashura, police said. They were fired from the neighbouring district of Orakzai. "It was a sectarian attack. A total of four mortars were fired. The
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Ashura attacks kill nine in Hangu

Ashura attacks kill nine in Hangu

A mortar attack killed nine people, including women and children, in Hangu on Friday as Shia Muslims marked Ashura, police said. They were fired from the neighbouring district of Orakzai. "It was a sectarian attack. A total of four mortars were fired. The
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Violence mars Ashura in Saudi Arabia

Violence mars Ashura in Saudi Arabia

A Saudi security official says violent clashes broke out between residents of the holy city of Medina on the day of Ashura. The official refused to elaborate on the cause of Thursday's clashes but said security forces were deployed to disperse the crowds.
Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Saturday (December 18, 2010).

Published 19 Dec, 2010 12:00am
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