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Print - 2011-06-24
Budget 2011-12: Rs 8,500 million allocated for urban development sector

Budget 2011-12: Rs 8,500 million allocated for urban development sector

The Punjab government has allocated an amount of Rs 8,500 million in the budget 2011-12 for urban development sector, which is higher than the revised allocation of Rs 8105 million for the year 2010-11. As per budget document 2011-12, major emphasis is on
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Punjab Assembly passes Finance Bill 2011

Punjab Assembly passes Finance Bill 2011

Punjab Assembly in its 27th session here on Thursday passed 'Punjab Finance Bill 2011. Speaker Rana Muhammad Iqbal chaired the meeting. In the session 'Lahore Ring Road Authority Bill 2011' and 'The Punjab Food Authority Bill 2011' were too passed on the
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
A case study of increasing infertility in working women

A case study of increasing infertility in working women

Globalisation is a reality now with far-reaching consequences and influences on our lifestyles, pattern of thinking and life choices. Its because of globalisation that more and more girls are getting educated and hence preferring to delay marriage and mot
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Why join SCO?

Why join SCO?

Pakistan is striving to have its status as observer changed to a full member of the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation (SCO). President Zardari participating in the 10th Summit meeting of the Organization at Astana, Kazakhstan has appealed to the Organisa
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
ECB faces tough tests as it prepares for Draghi era

ECB faces tough tests as it prepares for Draghi era

The European Central Bank (ECB) is preparing to change its president in November, amid what has been its most testing times since it took charge of monetary policy for nations sharing the euro 12 years ago. A two-day European Union summit starting Thursda
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Rise of drug trade and terrorism

Rise of drug trade and terrorism

After nearly ten years of the wanton attack on New York's twin towers, symbols of America's economic might, the world is a changed place. And it has changed for the worst. In the name of fighting terrorism, the so-called proponents of "peace", "democracy"
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Saving Pakistan's progeny

Saving Pakistan's progeny

Children are the biggest victims of war and conflict in terms of the lost opportunity they represent for the future. This was proven again when the news surfaced of a nine-year-old girl, Sohana Javed, who was abducted from Peshawar and forced into becomin
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
The spirit of checks and balances

The spirit of checks and balances

In a poor country where even the legitimate demands and aspirations of its citizenry far outweigh the available resources the importance of judicious use of these resources becomes a critical component of the national agenda. As a consequence, the role of
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
People urged to renew expired CNIC soon

People urged to renew expired CNIC soon

National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has urged all citizens to renew their expired Computerised National Identity Cards (CNIC) immediately to avoid any inconvenience in legal, financial and other matters. Nadra GM Punjab of Lahore region C
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Cleaning campaign: NFEH sets up complaint centre

Cleaning campaign: NFEH sets up complaint centre

National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH) has established a complaint centre to monitor garbage collection from 18 towns of city during the cleaning campaign which started from June 11. The main objective of this centre is to help in the cleaning o
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
SSGC recovers Rs 963 million from JJVL

SSGC recovers Rs 963 million from JJVL

As a part of special recovery initiative, Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has recovered dues of Rs 963 million from Jamshoro Joint Venture Limited (JJVL). Being a customer centric organisation SSGC continuously is striving to facilitate its customers by w
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
SSGC recovers Rs 963 million from JJVL

SSGC recovers Rs 963 million from JJVL

As a part of special recovery initiative, Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has recovered dues of Rs 963 million from Jamshoro Joint Venture Limited (JJVL). Being a customer centric organisation SSGC continuously is striving to facilitate its customers by w
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
RBCCP signs MoU with Pakistan

RBCCP signs MoU with Pakistan

There is a tremendous potential to enhance trade and economic ties, a strong desire to become partners in mutually beneficial business activities, co-operation and support between Pakistan and Russia in various sectors. These were some of the highlights o
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pakistani makes drones for peaceful use despite challenges

Pakistani makes drones for peaceful use despite challenges

In Pakistan's commercial hub, a Pakistani is developing his own drone technology despite security challenges arising from the current political climate and the public anger over the US use of the unmanned aircrafts. Located in a narrow industrial lane in
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
SNGPL elects 13 new directors

SNGPL elects 13 new directors

Sui Northern Gas Pipe Line Company has elected 13 new directors in an extraordinary general meeting held on Thursday. The meeting was attended by Chairman SNGPL Mian Misba-ur-Rehman, Managing Director SNGPL Arif Hameed, Company Secretary Uzma Adil Khan an
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
SU announces exam results

SU announces exam results

The University of Sindh has announced annual examination 2010 result of BSc (Pass) part-I and part-II Home Economics of the candidates of Dr I.H Zuberi College of Home Economics, Hyderabad, here on Thursday. According to an announcement, total 19 candidat
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
NBP Asset Management assigned positive outlook

NBP Asset Management assigned positive outlook

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) has assigned 'Positive Outlook' to the asset manager rating 'AM2-' (AM Two Minus) of NBP Fullerton Asset Management Limited (formerly; National Fullerton Asset Management Limited). The rating reflects the company'
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
NBP Asset Management assigned positive outlook

NBP Asset Management assigned positive outlook

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra) has assigned 'Positive Outlook' to the asset manager rating 'AM2-' (AM Two Minus) of NBP Fullerton Asset Management Limited (formerly; National Fullerton Asset Management Limited). The rating reflects the company'
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
President signs Fata/Pata Regulation bill

President signs Fata/Pata Regulation bill

President Asif Ali Zardari, on the advice of Prime Minister and on the recommendation of provincial Cabinet of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, signed Actions in Aid of Civil Power - 2011 Regulations Bill for Fata/Pata into Law at Bilawal House here on Thursday.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan keen on more trade with Japan: PJBF

Pakistan keen on more trade with Japan: PJBF

Pakistan needs to successfully overcome the menace of terrorism that afflicts this beautiful land, improve the law and order situation, and take a host of other measures before her economy can take off. These views were expressed by Japanese Ambassador Hi
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Wapda Chairman visits Mangla Power House

Wapda Chairman visits Mangla Power House

Chairman of Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda), Shakil Durrani, visited Mangla Power House to look into the rehabilitation works at Unit No 5. He was accompanied by General Manager Mangla Dam Raising Project, Chief Engineer Mangla Dam
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Danida Pakistan programme: Denmark to spend $28 million on projects

Danida Pakistan programme: Denmark to spend $28 million on projects

The government of Denmark would spend $28 million on its two-year development programme in Pakistan under the Danish International Development Agency (Danida). The Danida Pakistan programme was formally launched here on Thursday in the presence of represe
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
CCP imposes Rs one million fine on PSAA for cartelisation

CCP imposes Rs one million fine on PSAA for cartelisation

A three member bench of the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) issued its order in the matter of cartelization by Pakistan Ship's Agents Association (PSAA), holding that PSAA had violated Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2010 by recommending a rang
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan needs all help it can get from militias

Pakistan needs all help it can get from militias

Dilawar Khan often gets phone calls that would fill others with dread - threats from the Pakistani Taliban to behead him. He gives his usual response: Not if he kills them first. Khan, leader of a Pashtun tribal militia, joined forces with Pakistani secur
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Imported petrol not suitable for Pakistan, claim dealers

Imported petrol not suitable for Pakistan, claim dealers

The petroleum dealers in a letter to the federal government complained that the recently imported 120,000 tons of petrol is highly volatile and not suitable for high temperature regions like Pakistan. According to sources in the Ministry of Petroleum and
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
PPMA urges withdrawal of 17 percent GST on plant, machinery

PPMA urges withdrawal of 17 percent GST on plant, machinery

The Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (PPMA) expressed concerns over levy of 17 percent General Sales Tax (GST) on plants and machineries and non-announcement of zero rate GST for pharma industry. Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Asso
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan's envoys designate call on Gilani

Pakistan's envoys designate call on Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday directed Pakistan's envoys to focus their energies for promotion of Pakistan's trade, economic and political interests and pro-actively work for enhancing the overall image of the country abroad.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
FBR working on broadening tax net

FBR working on broadening tax net

Chief Commissioner, Regional Tax Office, Abbottabad, Pir Pervez Alam has said that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is trying to broaden the tax net and minimise the burden of tax on existing tax payers in the country.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Wapda official kidnapped in Quetta

Wapda official kidnapped in Quetta

The Chief Engineer Wapda was kidnapped on Thursday morning by the armed men in the Satellite Town area of Quetta city, police said. According to the police Abdul Rauf, the Wapda official was way to his office from home when unknown armed men intercepted h
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
500g fine heroin seized; woman held

500g fine heroin seized; woman held

Pakistan Customs Drug Enforcement Cell (DEC), Karachi Airport Unit recovered and seized 500g fine quality heroin concealed in capsules inside body cavities of a lady passenger. According to details, Customs DEC staff while clearing the outgoing internatio
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Nepal keen to join TAPI gas pipeline project

Nepal keen to join TAPI gas pipeline project

In an exclusive interview, the Nepalese Charge d'affaires, D.P. Bhandari, revealed that Nepal may join the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline to meet its rising domestic energy demand. Bhandari added that Nepal is being selected a
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Islamabad police nab six including two lady smugglers

Islamabad police nab six including two lady smugglers

Islamabad Police during its campaign against the criminals have nabbed six persons including two lady smugglers for their alleged involvement in different crimes and police recovered one pistol, three kg charas and 20 bottles of liquor from them. During t
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Women trade fair from June 25

Women trade fair from June 25

Women Business Development Centre (WBDC), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has finalised all arrangements to hold a two-day Inter-provincial Women Summer Trade Fair from June 25 in the province. The exhibition basic aim is to encourage and develop linkages between wome
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Musharraf's former ADC allegedly commits suicide

Musharraf's former ADC allegedly commits suicide

The ADC of former President Pervez Musharraf has committed suicide by blowing off his head with firearm in F-11/1 sector in the jurisdiction of Shalimar Police Station, police sources said. They said that due to some family feud Major Tanveer Ali Shah (Re
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
'Efforts being made to facilitate importers'

'Efforts being made to facilitate importers'

Collector, Model Custom Collectorate of Appraisement, Abdul Rashid Sheikh has said efforts are being made to facilitate importers. Speaking at 4th meeting of customs and valuation sub-committee of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Thursda
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Agriculture department imposes ban on three varieties of sugar cane

Agriculture department imposes ban on three varieties of sugar cane

The Sindh Agriculture Department has imposed ban on three varieties of sugar cane amid cultivation which created unrest among thousands of growers, Business Recorder has learnt. The agriculture department through Cane Commissioner, Tariq Ahmed Memo
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Daylight robbery: Shershah shopkeepers stage protest demonstration

Daylight robbery: Shershah shopkeepers stage protest demonstration

Shopkeepers of Shershah scrap market staged a protest demonstration over the incident of broad daylight robbery on Thursday. According to details, two persons, who came from Hyderabad along with their mechanic, were looted by armed robbers wearing police
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Chinese power corporation's team to visit Sukkur Barrage

Chinese power corporation's team to visit Sukkur Barrage

A team of China Water and Electric Corporation (CWEC) would visit Sukkur Barrage within next few days, sources said. In its earlier visit in May 2011, the CWEC delegation had shown great interest in enhancing the capacity of power plants of Sindh province
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Rao to be Indian envoy to US: reports

Rao to be Indian envoy to US: reports

Indian Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao, who has led recent peace negotiations with Pakistan, has been appointed India's next ambassador to the United States, reports said Thursday. The foreign ministry declined to confirm the appointment, but the Press Tru
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
MCCI holds workshop on stress management

MCCI holds workshop on stress management

President of Multan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), Shahid Naseem Khokhar has said people should pay attention on stress management because stress can cause various problems such as lose of confidence, low efficiency and emotional instability.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Foolproof security of foreign consulates, UN offices

Foolproof security of foreign consulates, UN offices

Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Ahmad Raza Tahir on Thursday directed Lahore Police to ensure foolproof security at foreign consulates, United Nation's offices and other organisations' offices besides ensuring all important and sensitive buildings in t
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Public office holders not allowed to campaign at state expense: Pildat

Public office holders not allowed to campaign at state expense: Pildat

Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (Pildat), has demanded that the AJK Chief Election Commissioner should take notice of Pakistan's public office holders' participation in AJK election campaign at the state expense, latest of w
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
PLDDB to train 200 AIs, 200 LEWs from August

PLDDB to train 200 AIs, 200 LEWs from August

The Punjab Livestock and Dairy Development Board (PLDDB) is going to impart training to first batch of 200 Artificial Inseminators (AIs) and 200 Women Livestock Extension Workers (LEWs) from the month of coming August. These young men and women will get a
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Judiciary should intervene to save country: Imran

Judiciary should intervene to save country: Imran

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan has on Thursday said that the judiciary should intervene and play an effective role to save the country from complete institutional collapse. He was addressing a press conference here on Thursday. PTI central i
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
LHC reissues notices to senior PML-N leaders

LHC reissues notices to senior PML-N leaders

The Lahore High Court reissued notices to PML-N senior leader Sardar Zulfiqar Khan Khosa, its senator Pervez Rasheed and two MNAs Khawaja Saad Rafique and Pervez Malik in a petition of former MPA Shumaila Rana seeking restoration of her assembly seat. A c
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
PPP Punjab parliamentarians in a fix

PPP Punjab parliamentarians in a fix

Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) parliamentarians in Punjab are in a fix over the row between its top leadership and the PML-N, as they helped passed the provincial budget 2011-12 by the PML-N government. Majority of the PPP lawmakers in Punjab Assembly avoi
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
DCC traders for issuance of possession letters of shops

DCC traders for issuance of possession letters of shops

The traders of Deans Commercial Centre (DCC), Peshawar, have asked the management to issue possession letter of the shop to the shopkeepers, warning if it failed to meet the demand they would use all options to secure their legitimate rights.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Railways faces severe financial crunch: chairman

Railways faces severe financial crunch: chairman

Pakistan Railways Chairman Javid Iqbal has said Railways is facing severe financial crunch as its deficit has swelled to Rs 32 billion. It could only be brought out the prevailing crises with involvement of the private sector. While talking to media men a
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
China to deliver railway coaches to Pakistan from September

China to deliver railway coaches to Pakistan from September

China is expected to start delivery of railway coaches to Pakistan Railways (PR) from September this year that would certainly help improve railways operational efficiency. A 15-member PR delegation in this regard is currently on study tour till July 4 to
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Big city allowance with arrears paid to headmaster

Big city allowance with arrears paid to headmaster

The Lahore High Court (LHC) was informed on Thursday that big city allowance with arrears had been paid to a senior headmaster of government high school Raiwind Road, who had filed contempt of court petition. A deputy secretary finance Tariq Mehmood along
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Attique slams Nawaz for raising hollow slogans

Attique slams Nawaz for raising hollow slogans

The AJK Prime Minister Sardar Attique Ahmad Khan lashed out at the PML (N) Chief Nawaz Sharif for allegedly raising hollow slogans comprising attractive commitments for the masses. He was addressing a mammoth rally at the Mirpur Cricket Stadium here Wedne
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Under ECD programme: Hashoo Foundation confers certificates on teachers

Under ECD programme: Hashoo Foundation confers certificates on teachers

In Pakistan, prenatal care and the quality of life experienced in the early years from birth to the first eight years highly affect the physical and mental development of children, and lay the foundation for cognitive, psychomotor and socio-emotional deve
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Business community assures IGP Islamabad of cooperation

Business community assures IGP Islamabad of cooperation

Dwellers of Islamabad are facing enormous problems due to security checkpoints and barriers erected by Capital Police, but these are imperative to ensure tight security and secure people, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Bani Amin Khan he
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
PRGMEA lauded for imparting technical training

PRGMEA lauded for imparting technical training

Chairman National Vocational and Technical Training Commission Muhammad Mumtaz Akhtar Kahloon said that NAVTTC would fully facilitate Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) for imparting technical training of readymad
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Jabbar Memon case: Supreme Court issues notices to Secretary Labour

Jabbar Memon case: Supreme Court issues notices to Secretary Labour

A two-member bench headed by Justice Javed Iqbal on Thursday issued notices to Federal Secretary Labour and Manpower to explain why the court orders were not observed in Abdul Jabbar Memon case. The Supreme Court (SC) on June 2 had directed the Ministry o
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
UK assures support for anti-terror efforts

UK assures support for anti-terror efforts

British Foreign Secretary William Hague on Thursday assured co-operation to Pakistan in fighting the scourge of terrorism. "Co-operation with Pakistan in fight against terrorism is imperative to take this decade-long war to a logical end," Hague said duri
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
If Molvi Nawaz issues Fatwa: tit-for-tat to be response, says Baber

If Molvi Nawaz issues Fatwa: tit-for-tat to be response, says Baber

Tit-for-tat will be the response if Molvi Nawaz Sharif issues any Fatwa, adding that those who use filthy language and create fear with firing squads will follow the escape route abroad after losing election in Punjab and Azad Kashmir, Former Law Minister
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (June 23, 2011) and the forecast for Friday (June 24, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Peaceful Afghanistan in best interest of Pakistan: Malik

Peaceful Afghanistan in best interest of Pakistan: Malik

Peaceful Afghanistan is in the best interest of Pakistan and would provide guarantee for its safety and security, hence we are with the people of Afghanistan in the process of reconciliation, said Rehman Malik Federal Minister for Interior here on Thursda
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Tanzeela replaces Marvi in National Assembly

Tanzeela replaces Marvi in National Assembly

Tanzeela Amir Cheema on Thursday took oath as Member National Assembly on women's reserve seats of PML-Q that fell vacant after resignation of former MNA, Marvi Memon. Speaker National Assembly Dr Fehmida Mirza administered oath to the new member.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Iran to supply additional 35 megawatts electricity to Balochistan

Iran to supply additional 35 megawatts electricity to Balochistan

Iran will supply an additional 35MW to the bordering areas of Balochistan according to a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Pakistan and Iran during the visit of a delegation headed by Chairman Senate Standing Committee on Water and Power vi
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Wednesday official prices.

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
LPG prices to be brought down: Dr Asim

LPG prices to be brought down: Dr Asim

Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources Dr Asim Hussain said on Thursday that government would bring down the prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) to ease the burden on domestic consumers. Talking to a private news channel, he warned that if the L
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Wednesday official prices.

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pak-India tensions: accord on nuclear restraint a must, says Dr Shireen

Pak-India tensions: accord on nuclear restraint a must, says Dr Shireen

Pakistan and India will have to go for an agreement on nuclear restraint for peace and economic stability, besides joining hands for co-operation in the civil nuclear power generation to address the most vital energy crisis, said Dr Shireen Mazari, Chief
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates

Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates

Non ferrous metals, ferrous alloy rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Appointment

Appointment

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday appointed Lieutenant General (Retd) Shahid Iqbal as Secretary of Defence Production. Lieutenant General (Retd) Shahid Iqbal has served as Corps Commander Karachi and has a vast experience of serving in va
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Thursday (June 23, 2011) and for Friday (June 24, 2011).
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
LHC judgement on Hajj Policy: government to file plea in Supreme Court

LHC judgement on Hajj Policy: government to file plea in Supreme Court

The federal government decided on Thursday to file an appeal in the Supreme Court against Lahore High Court (LHC) judgement on Hajj Policy 2011 under which 90,000 person would not be able to perform Hajj, resulting in Rs 6 billion loss to the national exc
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Afghan drawdown creates risk, US military warns

Afghan drawdown creates risk, US military warns

The US military warned on Thursday that President Barack Obama's faster-than-expected drawdown in Afghanistan created new risks, even as commanders backed the strategy to start winding down the unpopular, nearly decade-old war.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
I'm here to tell my story: Taseer's daughter

I'm here to tell my story: Taseer's daughter

The daughter of the slain governor of Punjab Salmaan Taseer refuses to be cowed by Islamic extremism. "I think I have an important story to tell: my father was assassinated in Pakistan six months ago because of his opposition to the misuse of Pakistan's b
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Monsoons safety measures

Monsoons safety measures

The Political administration has constructed a flood protection walls in Mohmand agency to provide floods protection a large population of Baro Khel Barai Killi, Tehsil Halimzai, and save from massive level destruction in the area. This is stated in a pre
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Gilani terms Kashmir Pakistan's 'jugular vein'

Gilani terms Kashmir Pakistan's 'jugular vein'

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday terming Kashmir "jugular vein of Pakistan" assured its people complete political, diplomatic and moral support. He was addressing a huge public gathering here at the Palandri Cadet College that was attend
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (June 23, 2011).

Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
E&P sector's drilling target likely to be missed

E&P sector's drilling target likely to be missed

The challenging security environment and infamous circular debt has adversely affected the E&P sector's drilling activity, as only 42 wells have been spudded in FY11 (till 17 July-11) against full year target of 80 wells. With only 13-days left, FY11 targ
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Female Senators demand to relax rules to have arms license for safety

Female Senators demand to relax rules to have arms license for safety

Perturbed over the establishment failure to maintain law and order situation, Pakistan's female Senators on Thursday turned up with a unique demand, urging the government to relax rules for having arms license besides issuing license to female for their s
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court adjourns hearing of NICL corruption case to June 29

Supreme Court adjourns hearing of NICL corruption case to June 29

The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday observed during the hearing of contempt case against three federal secretaries that Khushnood Lashri's reply would be important to clarify that who was responsible for transfer of Zafar Qureshi- the investigation officer
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar higher

THE RUPEE: dollar higher

Rates moved both ways on the currency market on Thursday in process of trading, experts said. The rupee after maintaining a stable trend for few sessions, failed to retain its level, losing 18 paisa for buying and selling at 85.72 and 85.75, they said.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Condolence

Condolence

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of brother of President of Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists Pervaiz Shaukat. The Prime Minister prayed for the departed soul of Javaid Shaukat to rest i
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar higher

THE RUPEE: dollar higher

Rates moved both ways on the currency market on Thursday in process of trading, experts said. The rupee after maintaining a stable trend for few sessions, failed to retain its level, losing 18 paisa for buying and selling at 85.72 and 85.75, they said.
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
Supreme Court moved against TV channel, newspaper

Supreme Court moved against TV channel, newspaper

A constitutional petition has been filed in the Supreme Court on Thursday, praying for restraining a TV channel and its two anchorpersons along with a newspaper from airing and printing malicious propaganda against armed forces and premier spy agency - IS
Published 24 Jun, 2011 12:00am
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