Barrister Syed Masood Kausar took oath as Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) here on Thursday. The oath taking ceremony was held at the lawn of Governor House. Peshawar High Court Chief Justice Ejaz Afzal administered the oath to the new Governor. Chief
President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday called for joint efforts to fighting the menace of militancy and extremism by strengthening country's democratic institutions. "We will root out militancy and extremism from our land, no matter what the price," the P
The participants of the procession on Chup Tazia to be taken out on 8th Rabbiul-Awwal falling on 12th of February, have been advised to get stickers for the vehicles for security reasons.
Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP) on Thursday launched the third volume of "Gateway to Giving", a directory of certified non-profit organisations aimed at bridging the information and credibility gap between grant makers and grant seekers to help pro
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to submit daily progress report on Hajj corruption to registrar office, not in any case ignoring Abdul Qadir Gilani, son of PM Gilani for his alleged involvement in the case.
Federal Minister for Privatisation, Senator Waqar Ahmed Khan has convened meeting of sub-committee of the cabinet committee on privatisation on Friday, 11 February to discuss the matter of issuing equity-linked instruments (convertible bonds). The sub-com
Prime Minister, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday said that the government is constitutionally bound to conduct National Population Census, as its credible data is vital for policy making and development planning. Speaking at a seminar held in advance o
Flight operations to domestic and international destinations remained suspended on third consecutive day as both Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the employees of Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (PIAC) and federal government did not budge from
The rupee managed to extend its overnight gains against dollar and euro on the currency marke4t on Thursday, dealers said. The rupee picked up five paisa versus dollar at 85.10 for buying and it rose by six paisa for selling at 85.15, they added.
A delegation from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Pakistan, met the Acting Managing Director and senior management of Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE). The delegation led by the Deputy Head of Mission David Kuijper, accompanied by Peter A Felix,
The rupee managed to extend its overnight gains against dollar and euro on the currency marke4t on Thursday, dealers said. The rupee picked up five paisa versus dollar at 85.10 for buying and it rose by six paisa for selling at 85.15, they added.
Value added textile sector has applauded the Ministry of Textile Industry's performance under the leadership of Rana Farooq, as the textile exports have posted over 20 percent growth in seven months.
Shell Pakistan enjoys a 100-year history in this part of the world, dating back to 1899, when Asiatic Petroleum, the Far Eastern marketing arm of two companies: Shell Transport Company and Royal Dutch Petroleum Company began to import kerosene oil from Az
The employees of Pakistan Post under held a protest rally in front of G-9 Markaz Post Office here on Thursday against the proposed privatisation of the organisation. The protestors were carrying placards and banners inscribed with anti-privatisation sloga
Shell Pakistan enjoys a 100-year history in this part of the world, dating back to 1899, when Asiatic Petroleum, the Far Eastern marketing arm of two companies: Shell Transport Company and Royal Dutch Petroleum Company began to import kerosene oil from Az
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani on Thursday called on President Asif Ali Zardari and discussed matters relating to the proposed roundtable meeting of the political parties. In a meeting held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr on Thursday, the two leaders also discusse
Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday expressed satisfaction over the progress made by Pakistan and India to resume full spectrum of dialogue. Prime Minister Gilani also appreciated the vision of Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh for opening o
The Lahore High Court while hearing a petition seeking uniform education policy and enforcement of provision of free education in public and private sectors, to children up to 16 years expressed surprise that government was not giving priority to the educ
Riffat Shaheen Qazi, a BS-21 officer and currently posted as Member Facilitation and Taxpayer Education (FATE) in the FBR Headquarters, has been designated as Official Spokesperson Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). According to an announcement of the FBR he
There are significant opportunities for partnership between UK and Pakistani firms and I would encourage businesspeople to explore these with the help of UK Trade & Investment, UK minister for Trade and Investment Lord Green said. Green, speaking a day af
The Punjab University (PU) spokesman on Thursday termed the PUASA's press conference baseless and false saying senior teachers had distorted the facts and trying to bring a bad name to the repute of the institution. Denying allegations of favouritism leve
A writ petition against closure of corruption cases against politicians by National Accountability Bureau chairman has been filed before the Lahore High Court (LHC). A bar member Rana Ilamudin Ghazi contended many references involving serious allegations
National Assembly's Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting on Thursday said that there is a dire need to implement the laws regarding Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) in order to make the authority more effective.
As many as 24 development projects/schemes worth of more than Rs 9702 million were approved by the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP). A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary (Dev.) P&D Mohammad Ishaq Lashari here
The Senate was moved here on Thursday against the alleged US pressure to get Raymond Davis, a US citizen facing double murder charges in Pakistan, released. In this regard, an adjournment motion was submitted in the Senate Secretariat on Thursday by Jamaa
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is planning to launch municipal bonds and initiate a number of joint venturers with private sectors aimed at generating regular income and putting the financial matters of the civic body on strong footings, Chairman
Chairman Senate Farooq H. Naek and Acting Chairman Jan Muhammad Khan Jamali have strongly condemned the terrorist suicide attack in Punjab Regimental Centre in Mardan Cantonment. A teenage suicide bomber killed 20 army personnel at a parade ground on Thur
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Thursday strongly condemned the terrorist attack at the Punjab Regimental Centre in Mardan Cantonment. The President and the Prime Minister in their separate messages expressed shock
Awami National Party (ANP) is resolute against terrorism and has declared fight against terror as a holy war to root out this menace from the country once and for all. "They (terrorists) are cowards, they are being paid from others and are working for the
The Supreme Court Thursday granted interim bail to Saeedullah Gondal, superintendent Adiala Jail, and his deputy, Khalid Mehmood, who were arrested on court directives for allegedly handing over 11 prisoners to intelligence agencies after their acquittal
The Supreme Court Thursday granted interim bail to Saeedullah Gondal, superintendent Adiala Jail, and his deputy, Khalid Mehmood, who were arrested on court directives for allegedly handing over 11 prisoners to intelligence agencies after their acquittal
PIA spokesperson said here on Thursday PIA management welcomed the meeting of representatives JACPIA (Joint Action Committee of PIA Employees) with Rehman Malik. He said that the meeting between Rehman Malik and Representatives of JACPIA was positive.
PIA spokesperson said here on Thursday PIA management welcomed the meeting of representatives JACPIA (Joint Action Committee of PIA Employees) with Rehman Malik. He said that the meeting between Rehman Malik and Representatives of JACPIA was positive.
PIA spokesperson said here on Thursday PIA management welcomed the meeting of representatives JACPIA (Joint Action Committee of PIA Employees) with Rehman Malik. He said that the meeting between Rehman Malik and Representatives of JACPIA was positive.
The Finance Ministry has proposed multiple expenditure adjustment and revenue measures of Rs 550 to Rs 600 billion by the federal government and provinces to contain the fiscal deficit within the limit agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The Finance Ministry has proposed multiple expenditure adjustment and revenue measures of Rs 550 to Rs 600 billion by the federal government and provinces to contain the fiscal deficit within the limit agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The Finance Ministry has proposed multiple expenditure adjustment and revenue measures of Rs 550 to Rs 600 billion by the federal government and provinces to contain the fiscal deficit within the limit agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Foreign direct investment in Pakistan could return to a positive trend this year, but militancy is a deterrent to investors, the country''s investment minister said on Thursday. Floods last year caused nearly $10 billion in damages to Pakistan, and the co
Foreign direct investment in Pakistan could return to a positive trend this year, but militancy is a deterrent to investors, the country's investment minister said on Thursday. Floods last year caused nearly $10 billion in damages to Pakistan, and the cou
Foreign direct investment in Pakistan could return to a positive trend this year, but militancy is a deterrent to investors, the country's investment minister said on Thursday. Floods last year caused nearly $10 billion in damages to Pakistan, and the cou
Pakistan on Thursday conducted a successful test fire of the indigenously developed Cruise Missile Hatf-VII (Babur) having a range of 600 kms. The missile tests are part of a process of validating the system. Babur, which can carry strategic and conventio
Pakistan on Thursday conducted a successful test fire of the indigenously developed Cruise Missile Hatf-VII (Babur) having a range of 600 kms. The missile tests are part of a process of validating the system. Babur, which can carry strategic and conventio
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) on Thursday urged the policy-makers in the parliament to finalise their economic reform agenda urgently and start its implementation. The PBC supported the multi-parties dialogue on economic reforms.
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) on Thursday urged the policy-makers in the parliament to finalise their economic reform agenda urgently and start its implementation. The PBC supported the multi-parties dialogue on economic reforms.
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) on Thursday urged the policy-makers in the parliament to finalise their economic reform agenda urgently and start its implementation. The PBC supported the multi-parties dialogue on economic reforms.
Pakistan''s foreign exchange reserves fell to $17.31 billion in the week ending February 5, down from a record $17.38 billion the previous week, the central bank said on Thursday. Reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) fell to $13.76 billion fr
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves fell to $17.31 billion in the week ending February 5, down from a record $17.38 billion the previous week, the central bank said on Thursday. Reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) fell to $13.76 billion fro
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves fell to $17.31 billion in the week ending February 5, down from a record $17.38 billion the previous week, the central bank said on Thursday. Reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) fell to $13.76 billion fro
An independent expert says Pakistan has begun building what appears to be a fourth plutonium reactor, increasing concerns that the volatile nation is creating more nuclear material than it can safeguard. David Albright of the Institute for Science and Int
An independent expert says Pakistan has begun building what appears to be a fourth plutonium reactor, increasing concerns that the volatile nation is creating more nuclear material than it can safeguard. David Albright of the Institute for Science and Int
The Supreme Court was informed Thursday that President Asif Ali Zardari had approved new summary, forwarded by Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani regarding reappointment of Syed Deedar Hussain Shah as chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB).
The Supreme Court was informed Thursday that President Asif Ali Zardari had approved new summary, forwarded by Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani regarding reappointment of Syed Deedar Hussain Shah as chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB).
Canadian oil and gas company, Niko Resources Limited (NRL), is said to have planned winding up its exploration operations on offshore wells in Pakistan after Director General (DG) Petroleum Concession (PC) refused to listen to their concern over pricing i
Canadian oil and gas company, Niko Resources Limited (NRL), is said to have planned winding up its exploration operations on offshore wells in Pakistan after Director General (DG) Petroleum Concession (PC) refused to listen to their concern over pricing i