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Print - 2011-01-04
Dr Gondal visits SKMCH&RC

Dr Gondal visits SKMCH&RC

Director, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP) Dr Khalid Masood Gondal Lahore Centre visited Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (SKMCH&RC). During his visit, he addressed the supervisors, fellows of the college an
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'CBC to resolve issues of adjoining Kachi Abadis'

'CBC to resolve issues of adjoining Kachi Abadis'

President Cantonment Board Clifton, Station Commander Brigadier Anis Ahmed, while expressing his views in a meeting with a delegation of Kachi Abadi, said that CBC will soon try to provide drinking water to all the areas under it. All the legal issues of
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Consultation begin to formulate industrial policy: Soomro

Consultation begin to formulate industrial policy: Soomro

Federal Secretary, Ministry of Industries and Production, Abdul Ghaffar Soomro has said that the ministry has once again started consultation process with the stakeholders to prepare a comprehensive industrial policy.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Minfa to organise Mango conference today

Minfa to organise Mango conference today

Ministry for Food and Agriculture(Minfa) organising a conference on January 4 to evolve strategy for exploring international markets for the country's mangoes, including USA. The conference is likely to be inaugurated by Minister for Food and Agriculture
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'ANP to support PPP in prevailing political situation'

'ANP to support PPP in prevailing political situation'

Environment Minister and ANP leader, Wajid Ali Khan said on Monday that ANP would continue to support PPP government in the prevailing political situation for continuity of democracy and strengthening of democratic institutions in the country.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
PSMC unions to start joint efforts against mills' privatisation

PSMC unions to start joint efforts against mills' privatisation

All labour and officers unions of Pakistan Steel Mills Corporation (PSMC) have unanimously decided to start joint efforts against the privatisation of mills. They have also granted full mandate to the Shamshad Qureshi chairman Pakistan Steel Peoples Worke
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court moved against appointment of IHC judges

Supreme Court moved against appointment of IHC judges

A petitioner on Monday submitted a plea with the Supreme Court praying that the federation and Judicial Commission, functioning for the appointment of judges, should be directed to refrain from any move to appoint judges of the Islamabad High Court. Shahi
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court moved against appointment of IHC judges

Supreme Court moved against appointment of IHC judges

A petitioner on Monday submitted a plea with the Supreme Court praying that the federation and Judicial Commission, functioning for the appointment of judges, should be directed to refrain from any move to appoint judges of the Islamabad High Court. Shahi
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Militants attack Nato tanker in Khyber Agency

Militants attack Nato tanker in Khyber Agency

Taliban militants on Monday morning targeted a Nato oil tanker with a remote control bomb in Khyber Agency, destroying it completely, however no loss of life was reported, official said. The oil tanker was on its way to Torkham border from Peshawar when i
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Nepalese envoy gives cheque for flood relief

Nepalese envoy gives cheque for flood relief

Ambassador of Nepal Bala B. Kunwar on Monday called on Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Nawabzada Malik Amad Khan and presented a cheque worth 1,37,457 dollars for the Prime Minister's Flood relief Fund. In a meeting held at the Foreign Office, the
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
CDGK failed to carry out activities under 'I Own Karachi' in 2010

CDGK failed to carry out activities under 'I Own Karachi' in 2010

City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has failed to fully carry out activities under the 'I Own Karachi' (IOK) campaign, as only five activities were conducted in 2010. The IOK Campaign was initiated on August 14, 2008 by then City Nazim Mustafa Kamal f
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Low recovery of arrears: FBR members urged to determine causes

Low recovery of arrears: FBR members urged to determine causes

The World Bank (WB) review mission has conveyed to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that FBR Members' Domestic Operations should determine the cause of the low performance in recovery of arrears during the last four months and take corrective measures t
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
DGI&I restrained from pursuing Rs 4.41 billion tax fraud

DGI&I restrained from pursuing Rs 4.41 billion tax fraud

Corruption is on the rise in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) as the Directorate-General of Intelligence and Investigation (DGI&I)-FBR, Karachi, has been restrained from pursuing further lines of inquiry regarding mega sales tax fraud of Rs 4.41 billion
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
CoAS inaugurates Military College Sui

CoAS inaugurates Military College Sui

Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani hoped Monday that establishment of Education City at Sui will open new avenues for the development and prosperity in remote areas of Balochistan. This he stated during his visit to Sui Cantonment, s
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Pakistanis consumed black tea worth Rs 23.543 billion in 2010

Pakistanis consumed black tea worth Rs 23.543 billion in 2010

Pakistan, being one of the biggest black tea consumers, has imported 118.008 million kgs of this commodity worth Rs 23.543 billion ($283.656 million) during the year 2010. Kenyan remained the major producer with its share of 58.44 percent in the total tea
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Quitting government: Sheikh Rashid hails MQM decision

Quitting government: Sheikh Rashid hails MQM decision

Awami Muslim League (AML) Chief Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has termed Muttahida Qaumi Movement's (MQM) decision to sit on opposition benches in National Assembly and Senate as 'historic.' He said this during a telephonic conversation with MQM Chief Altaf Hussain
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
SNF rallies demand arrest of Benazir's killers

SNF rallies demand arrest of Benazir's killers

Sindh National Front (SNF) has organised various rallies across the province on Monday in connection with non-arrest Benazir Bhutto's killers, inflation, unemployment, rulers' corruption and the recent price hike on petroleum prices.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'Raise in refinance rate would have serious setback for export sector'

'Raise in refinance rate would have serious setback for export sector'

The government's decisions including withdrawal of business friendly policies and increase in the refinance rate to 11 percent would have serious set back for the country's export sector. The government has withdrawn all export friendly policies from Janu
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

FROM A RINGSIDE SEAT

Although the National Assembly session on Monday was brief, it was truly revealing, for the first time, that opposition inclusive of MQM and JUI (F), if want, could force the government even on taking corrective economic measures. Neither coalition partne
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Aitzaz sees no immediate threat to government

Aitzaz sees no immediate threat to government

Barrister Aitzaz Ahsan, a senior leader of Pakistan People's Party (PPP), on Monday dispelled the impression that incumbent government was on its last leg, saying that no big change in the political horizon is excepted unless no-confidence motion is moved
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
PML-N will neither destabilise nor support government: Nisar

PML-N will neither destabilise nor support government: Nisar

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Monday stated in clear terms that it will neither destabilise nor support the stumbling ruling junta. Talking to reporters outside Parliament House, leader of the opposition in National Assembly Chaudhry Nisar Ali K
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's birthday on January 5

Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's birthday on January 5

Pakistan People's Party will observe 83rd birthday of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Shaheed here on Wednesday. PPP sources told newsmen here on Monday that a major ceremony in Punjab would be held at Aiwan-e-Iqbal to tribute ZAB Shaheed for his precious contributio
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
ANP assures support to Prime Minister

ANP assures support to Prime Minister

Awami National Party (ANP)'s chief Asfandyar Wali Khan on Monday said that his party will hundred percent support Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani to defeat any no confidence move in the National Assembly against him (Prime Minister). Talking to repo
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
MQM could decide about coalition in Sindh: Haider

MQM could decide about coalition in Sindh: Haider

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on Monday warned that it could also decide about the future of its coalition with Pakistan People's Party (PPP) in Sindh if the decision of increase in petroleum products prices was not withdrawn. Talking to media persons ou
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
CNG stations remain closed

CNG stations remain closed

All the CNG filling stations of Lahore, Multan, Gujranwala, Sheikhupura and Sahiwal region remained closed on Monday to observe two weekly holidays announced by Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Ltd. The gas supply to the CNG filling stations will be restored on
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Political crisis: Nawaz convenes PML-N COC's meeting

Political crisis: Nawaz convenes PML-N COC's meeting

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif has convened a crucial meeting of his party's central organising committee (COC) on Tuesday to discuss the prevailing political crisis in the country. According to PML-N's sources, the COC, which wou
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Punjab directs AGP to terminate services of part-time employees

Punjab directs AGP to terminate services of part-time employees

Exposing the poor financial condition of the treasury, Punjab government has directed all government and semi government departments to fire all part time and work charge employees due to unavailability of funds for their salaries, it has learnt here on M
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Cotton production declines

Cotton production declines

Chairman of Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA), Masood A Majeed and Senior Vice Chairman, Nawab Shehzad Ali Khan said a total 1,02,40,366 bales of cotton were received during last fortnight from December 16th, 2010 to January Ist, 2011 showing a d
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
MSF, MCF and MIIF: Al Meezan announces interim dividend

MSF, MCF and MIIF: Al Meezan announces interim dividend

Al Meezan Investment Management Limited (Al Meezan) is pleased to announce the second interim dividends for its three fixed income funds: Meezan Sovereign Fund (MSF) - Rs 0.65per unit, Meezan Cash Fund (MCF) - Rs 1.25 per unit and Meezan Islamic Income Fu
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
MSF, MCF and MIIF: Al Meezan announces interim dividend

MSF, MCF and MIIF: Al Meezan announces interim dividend

Al Meezan Investment Management Limited (Al Meezan) is pleased to announce the second interim dividends for its three fixed income funds: Meezan Sovereign Fund (MSF) - Rs 0.65per unit, Meezan Cash Fund (MCF) - Rs 1.25 per unit and Meezan Islamic Income Fu
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Cold, dry weather forecast

Cold, dry weather forecast

Cold and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country, however, dense foggy conditions are likely to continue over the plain areas of the Punjab, central and lower Khyber Pakhtunkhawa and upper Sindh from mid night to mid day. According to Met off
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
FSC disturbs judicial framework: Asma

FSC disturbs judicial framework: Asma

President Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) Asma Jahangir has said Federal Shariat Court (FSC) has disturbed the present judicial framework while carving a dominant role. In a press statement issued here Monday Asma Jahangir said by disturbing the judi
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Meeting on urea fertiliser

Meeting on urea fertiliser

Punjab Minister for Agriculture, Malik Ahmed Ali Aulakh will attend a meeting on urea fertiliser to be held in Islamabad on Tuesday (today).
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'Crises centres for women to be revamped'

'Crises centres for women to be revamped'

Federal Minister for Women Development, Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan has said that Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Crisis Centres would be revamped across the country. These crisis centres would be converted into development centres where women will be imparted vocationa
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Bench hearing dual office case of Zardari dissolved

Bench hearing dual office case of Zardari dissolved

The bench hearing dual office case of President Asif Ali Zardari has been dissolved after the appointment of Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rahman as Chief Justice Islamabad High Court and bench would be reconstituted to resume hearing of the matter on January 10
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

The Expeditious Refund System (ERS) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is facing technical problems in payment of sales tax refunds to certain manufacturers-cum-exporters due to non-availability of the corresponding customs/Mate Receipt data in the ERS
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

The Expeditious Refund System (ERS) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is facing technical problems in payment of sales tax refunds to certain manufacturers-cum-exporters due to non-availability of the corresponding customs/Mate Receipt data in the ERS
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

Refunds blocked as ERS faces technical problems

The Expeditious Refund System (ERS) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is facing technical problems in payment of sales tax refunds to certain manufacturers-cum-exporters due to non-availability of the corresponding customs/Mate Receipt data in the ERS
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Iran jails nuclear scientist after US return

Iran jails nuclear scientist after US return

An Iranian nuclear scientist who claimed he slipped away from his CIA captors has not been seen publicly since his heroic return to Tehran last year and could be facing an investigation as a possible turncoat, according to an opposition website. The repor
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Iran jails nuclear scientist after US return

Iran jails nuclear scientist after US return

An Iranian nuclear scientist who claimed he slipped away from his CIA captors has not been seen publicly since his heroic return to Tehran last year and could be facing an investigation as a possible turncoat, according to an opposition website. The repor
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Recovery of missing persons: Magsi seeks Kayani's help

Recovery of missing persons: Magsi seeks Kayani's help

Governor Balochistan Nawab Zulfiqar Ali Magsi on Monday sought Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani's help in the recovery of missing persons as it is further aggravating the situation of the province. Addressing at inaugural of Pakistan Educa
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Recovery of missing persons: Magsi seeks Kayani's help

Recovery of missing persons: Magsi seeks Kayani's help

Governor Balochistan Nawab Zulfiqar Ali Magsi on Monday sought Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani's help in the recovery of missing persons as it is further aggravating the situation of the province. Addressing at inaugural of Pakistan Educa
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has reportedly manipulated rules and regulations to grant licence to Pakistan GasPort Limited (PGL) for construction of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, Business Recorder has learnt. Sources said tha
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has reportedly manipulated rules and regulations to grant licence to Pakistan GasPort Limited (PGL) for construction of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, Business Recorder has learnt. Sources said tha
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

Construction of LPG terminal: Ogra twists rules to grant licence

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has reportedly manipulated rules and regulations to grant licence to Pakistan GasPort Limited (PGL) for construction of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal, Business Recorder has learnt. Sources said tha
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court moved against 19th Amendment

Supreme Court moved against 19th Amendment

A constitutional petition, challenging the 19th Amendment Act, was filed in the Supreme Court on Monday, urging the court to direct the government and Judicial Commission (JC) for appointment of judges to refrain from any move for appointment of judges of
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Bears dominate LSE proceedings

Bears dominate LSE proceedings

Bearish sentiment was observed on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday as a result of which equities registered significant declines amid selling pressure on account of changing political situation in the country. The LSE-25 index sharply declined to 3634.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Bears dominate LSE proceedings

Bears dominate LSE proceedings

Bearish sentiment was observed on the Lahore Stock Exchange on Monday as a result of which equities registered significant declines amid selling pressure on account of changing political situation in the country. The LSE-25 index sharply declined to 3634.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Prime Minister needs no fresh vote of confidence: Awan

Prime Minister needs no fresh vote of confidence: Awan

Minister for Law Dr Babar Awan on Monday said Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani does not need to take a fresh vote of confidence from the National Assembly despite the fact that the government lost majority in the National Assembly. Talking to report
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Where does military stand?

Where does military stand?

One unclear factor is where the military stands on the latest political battles. Army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani is reported to be unhappy with the current leadership, and not enthusiastic about its possible replacement. The army, under the leader
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Where does military stand?

Where does military stand?

One unclear factor is where the military stands on the latest political battles. Army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani is reported to be unhappy with the current leadership, and not enthusiastic about its possible replacement. The army, under the leader
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Zardari throws his weight behind beleaguered Prime Minister

Zardari throws his weight behind beleaguered Prime Minister

President Asif Ali Zardari threw his weight on Monday behind beleaguered Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani against any attempts to destabilise his government after a key partner quit the ruling coalition. The opposition has not yet sought a no-confidence
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Zardari throws his weight behind beleaguered Prime Minister

Zardari throws his weight behind beleaguered Prime Minister

President Asif Ali Zardari threw his weight on Monday behind beleaguered Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani against any attempts to destabilise his government after a key partner quit the ruling coalition. The opposition has not yet sought a no-confidence
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Who could be Gilani's possible replacement?

Who could be Gilani's possible replacement?

Speculations for change were rife as names of some other Pakistan People's Party (PPP) stalwarts were being floated for the post of Leader of the House. According to sources, the names of Health Minister Shahabuddin, Defence Minister Ahmed Mukhtar and For
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Who could be Gilani's possible replacement?

Who could be Gilani's possible replacement?

Speculations for change were rife as names of some other Pakistan People's Party (PPP) stalwarts were being floated for the post of Leader of the House. According to sources, the names of Health Minister Shahabuddin, Defence Minister Ahmed Mukhtar and For
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'We'll look into possibility of removing PPP from Punjab coalition'

'We'll look into possibility of removing PPP from Punjab coalition'

Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) MNA Khwaja Saad Rafiq said on Monday that his party would discuss the possibility of removing Pakistan People's Party from coalition government in Punjab at party's CEC meeting scheduled for Tuesday. He was speaking to Absar
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Monday (January 03, 2011) and the forecast for Tuesday (January 04, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
'We'll look into possibility of removing PPP from Punjab coalition'

'We'll look into possibility of removing PPP from Punjab coalition'

Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) MNA Khwaja Saad Rafiq said on Monday that his party would discuss the possibility of removing Pakistan People's Party from coalition government in Punjab at party's CEC meeting scheduled for Tuesday. He was speaking to Absar
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has been asked to move a summary to the prime minister, recommending the withdrawal of recent hike in prices of petroleum products, according to a private TV channel.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has been asked to move a summary to the prime minister, recommending the withdrawal of recent hike in prices of petroleum products, according to a private TV channel.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

Withdrawal of hike in POL prices being contemplated

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has been asked to move a summary to the prime minister, recommending the withdrawal of recent hike in prices of petroleum products, according to a private TV channel.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

The non-performing loans (NPLs) under the head of house finance posted a surge of 19 percent, to Rs 18 billion, as on September 30, 2010 because of rising inflation and high interest rates.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

The non-performing loans (NPLs) under the head of house finance posted a surge of 19 percent, to Rs 18 billion, as on September 30, 2010 because of rising inflation and high interest rates.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

House finance NPLs up by 19 percent

The non-performing loans (NPLs) under the head of house finance posted a surge of 19 percent, to Rs 18 billion, as on September 30, 2010 because of rising inflation and high interest rates.
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
BRIndex30 sheds 187.31 points

BRIndex30 sheds 187.31 points

On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 8,919.40 points and remained in negative throughout the trading session. It touched the intra-day high of 8,919.40 points and low of 8,687.46 points, and closed at 8,732.09 points, with a net negative change of -187.31 p
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
BRIndex30 sheds 187.31 points

BRIndex30 sheds 187.31 points

On Monday, the BRIndex30 opened at 8,919.40 points and remained in negative throughout the trading session. It touched the intra-day high of 8,919.40 points and low of 8,687.46 points, and closed at 8,732.09 points, with a net negative change of -187.31 p
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Index down 173 points

Index down 173 points

The uncertainty on political front caused panic selling at share market on Monday and KSE-100 index witnessed heavy decline of 173.00 points to close at 11,849.46 points on the first trading session of the new year. Trading also shrank and the volume at r
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Index down 173 points

Index down 173 points

The uncertainty on political front caused panic selling at share market on Monday and KSE-100 index witnessed heavy decline of 173.00 points to close at 11,849.46 points on the first trading session of the new year. Trading also shrank and the volume at r
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Index down 173 points

Index down 173 points

The uncertainty on political front caused panic selling at share market on Monday and KSE-100 index witnessed heavy decline of 173.00 points to close at 11,849.46 points on the first trading session of the new year. Trading also shrank and the volume at r
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
A novel approach to FDI statistics

A novel approach to FDI statistics

The federal government is said to have taken a novel approach to foreign direct investment (FDI) statistics by including capital imports in its calculation, sources in Board of Investment exclusively told Business Recorder. They said that the BoI w
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit

Rates of dry fruit in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
A novel approach to FDI statistics

A novel approach to FDI statistics

The federal government is said to have taken a novel approach to foreign direct investment (FDI) statistics by including capital imports in its calculation, sources in Board of Investment exclusively told Business Recorder. They said that the BoI w
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
A novel approach to FDI statistics

A novel approach to FDI statistics

The federal government is said to have taken a novel approach to foreign direct investment (FDI) statistics by including capital imports in its calculation, sources in Board of Investment exclusively told Business Recorder. They said that the BoI w
Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (January 03, 2011).

Published 04 Jan, 2011 12:00am