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Print - 2011-11-29
Huntsman TE opens first Formulation & Distribution Centre

Huntsman TE opens first Formulation & Distribution Centre

Huntsman Textile Effects (TE) officially opened its first new Formulation and Distribution Centre (FDC) here on Sunday in Karachi. This centre will be Huntsman TE's 13th FDC world-wide. The 4,000 square meters boasts state-of-the-art equipment and new tec
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
KESC to participate in 'UAE Expo-2011'

KESC to participate in 'UAE Expo-2011'

The Karachi Electric Supply Company Ltd, being part of UAE-based Abraaj group, will participate in 'Magnificent 7 UAE Expo - 2011', being held in Karachi Expo Centre here from November 30 to December 2. According to a brief released here on Monday, KESC w
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Numaish firing: LEAs detain over 100 in crackdown, recover arms

Numaish firing: LEAs detain over 100 in crackdown, recover arms

Following the sectarian violence, the Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) on Monday initiated crackdown in several parts of the city and detained over 100 suspects with weapons. According to sources, the LEAs conducted raids at Siddique Akbar Mosque, Nagan Ch
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Two killed as dumper hits motorcycle

Two killed as dumper hits motorcycle

Two persons were killed while one seriously injured in a road accident late Sunday night, as a dumper hit a motorbike on Jamshoro road in the limits of Bhitai Nagar police station. The police identified the deceased as Farooq Feroze, 16, and Azhar Buriro,
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
NBP network goes online in Gilgit Baltistan

NBP network goes online in Gilgit Baltistan

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has made its entire branch network online in Gilgit Baltistan. This is in line with NBP's strategy to make majority of its branches online by the end of this year for which work is going on at fast pace.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Profit after tax of Atlas Honda increases

Profit after tax of Atlas Honda increases

The profit after tax of Atlas Honda Limited has increased to Rs 577.764 million in the half year period ended September 30, 2011 as compared to Rs 431.508 million in the corresponding period in 2010. The board of directors of the company in its meeting he
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Profit after tax of Atlas Honda increases

Profit after tax of Atlas Honda increases

The profit after tax of Atlas Honda Limited has increased to Rs 577.764 million in the half year period ended September 30, 2011 as compared to Rs 431.508 million in the corresponding period in 2010. The board of directors of the company in its meeting he
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Altaf telephones Zardari

Altaf telephones Zardari

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) chief Altaf Hussain telephoned President Asif Zardari on Monday. According to a statement issued by MQM here on Monday, important national issues and the overall situation of the country came under discussion between the two
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Conferment of Nishan-i-Imtiaz on Sandhila approved

Conferment of Nishan-i-Imtiaz on Sandhila approved

President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday, on the advice of the Prime Minister, approved the conferment of Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) on Admiral M Asif Sandhila, Chief of the Naval Staff.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
SRB issues more amendments to ST on services rules

SRB issues more amendments to ST on services rules

A notification issued a few days back said that "Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) is pleased to announce further amendments made in Sindh Sales Tax on Services Rules 2011, that in said Rules in rule 2, in sub-rule (1), after clause iv, the following new clauses
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
SAI faces the worst law and order situation

SAI faces the worst law and order situation

Site Association of Industry, the oldest, biggest and prime industrial estate of Sindh is faced with an appalling deterioration in the law and order situation in the area.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
PTI a good third option: Aitzaz

PTI a good third option: Aitzaz

A senior Advocate of Supreme Court and leader of Pakistan People's Party, Aitzaz Ahsan, on Monday termed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf as "a good third political option" which would support the will of voters in the country. He was talking to media persons in
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
More trauma centres to be set up on motorways, highways

More trauma centres to be set up on motorways, highways

Minister for Communications Dr Arbab Alamgir Khan has said that motorway police will be equipped with all modern facilities, besides constructing more trauma centres on all motorways and highways. While addressing the inaugural ceremony of the security/ro
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Farzana meets Gilani

Farzana meets Gilani

Federal Minister and Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Farzana Raja called on Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani here on Monday and briefed him on Waseela-e-Taleem, Waseela-e-Rozgar and Life Insurance initiatives of BISP. The Prime
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Prime Minister orders free medical treatment for blind girl

Prime Minister orders free medical treatment for blind girl

Taking notice of media reports about a visually impaired poor girl Shakeela from Peshawar, Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has ordered free medical treatment for the girl. The Prime Minister in this respect has directed Managing Director Pakistan B
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Imran slams rulers on Nato strike

Imran slams rulers on Nato strike

Pakistan is facing challenges and threats because it is being ruled by 'NRO beneficiaries'. Zardari has not so far issued any statement on the tragic loss of army officers and Jawans because all his assets are abroad, alleged Tehreek Insaf Chief Imran Kha
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Goods worth millions of rupees gutted in factory fire

Goods worth millions of rupees gutted in factory fire

A fire, which broke out on Monday in a plastic factory, located in the jurisdiction of New Karachi Industrial Area police, turned into ashes commodities worth millions of rupees. "At around 2 pm, we were informed by a caller, who might have been a watchma
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Hafeez lauds UK support in social sector areas

Hafeez lauds UK support in social sector areas

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh in a meeting here on Monday discussed various dimensions of Pak-UK development co-operation with Francis Campbell, UK Deputy High Commissioner, and Director, UK Trade & Investment, Zaffar Chida, Chief Executive and
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
24 percent rise in NPLs very disappointing: SCCI

24 percent rise in NPLs very disappointing: SCCI

Sarhad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) President Afan Aziz on Monday termed 24 percent increase in Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) in a period of one year as highly disappointing. He pointed out that non-availability of major utilities and a very high m
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
SECP approves 41 companies for short selling

SECP approves 41 companies for short selling

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved 41 securities for short selling, under ready market. According to a Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) notice, sent to all members, these securities are also eligible for Securities Lending
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Iesco notification

Iesco notification

Iesco is installing 40 MVA Power Transformer, while replacing the existing power transformer (T-3) 20/26 MVA today (Tuesday). The installation work would be executed from 7AM to 10PM. During the replacement of said power transformer, area of the feeders o
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Qaim vows strong measures to combat criminals

Qaim vows strong measures to combat criminals

Sindh Chief Minister, Syed Qaim Ali Shah Monday said that all out preventive, protective and precautionary measures will be ensured to combat criminals, anti-social elements and mischief mongers during the month of Muharram-ul-Haram.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
JuD asks government to cut Nato supplies permanently

JuD asks government to cut Nato supplies permanently

Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) on Monday demanded of the government to shut supplies for Nato and US forces in Afghanistan permanently. The proscribed organisation denounced the government's decision of giving Most Favoured Nation's (MFN) status to India.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
No crushing started as yet: cane Commissioner afraid of politicians?

No crushing started as yet: cane Commissioner afraid of politicians?

Sindh Cane Commissioner has failed to get the sugar mills operational despite the passage of 28 days due to what sources said a majority of sugar mills in the province are allegedly run by certain politicians who are in power. Sources in the sugar industr
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Amendments made

Amendments made

The Government of Sindh on Monday made some amendments in the Sindh Civil Servants (restriction on marriage with foreign nationals) Rules, 1982. In rule 2 and in sub rule 2, for the words "Muslim citizen of India", the words "foreign national of any count
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Three killed in various incidents in Karachi

Three killed in various incidents in Karachi

Three people including a civilian employee of Pakistan Navy were killed in separate incidents in different areas of the metropolis here on Monday. According to police, two youth were shot dead in Korangi in the limits of Zaman Town police station.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Bilawal visits residence of Major Mujahid Mirani

Bilawal visits residence of Major Mujahid Mirani

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari here on Monday visited the residence of Shaheed Major Mujahid Ali Mirani, who embraced martyrdom in Nato helicopters' firing at Pakistani Post in Mohmand Agency. He met with the members of the b
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
'Memogate': Supreme Court registrar entertains PML-N chief's petition

'Memogate': Supreme Court registrar entertains PML-N chief's petition

The Registrar Supreme Court of Pakistan has entertained constitutional petition on Monday, filed by PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif, seeking investigation into 'Memogate'. The petition was filed in SC on November 23 through which petitioner PML-N chief Nawaz Sha
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Privatisation of HBL: hearing adjourned

Privatisation of HBL: hearing adjourned

A three-member bench of the Supreme Court (SC) on Monday observed that the court is looking into the key issue of transparency in the bidding process of Habib Bank Limited (HBL) privatisation in accordance with the constitution and law of the land.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
South Korean national assaulted

South Korean national assaulted

A South Korean national on Monday sustained bullet wounds near Banaras Bridge in the remits of Orangi Town police station. According to police, the victim, who was identified as Park, was a lecturer and hailed from South Korea. They said armed riders inte
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
200 flood-affected families provided cash relief

200 flood-affected families provided cash relief

Pakistan Village Development Programme distributed cash relief among 200 flood-affected poor and destitute people of Momin Ghari and Camp Koroona in district Nowshera with the assistance of an international relief agency 'TROCAIR'.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
FAFEN survey: schools maintaining reasonable 'student to teacher' ratio

FAFEN survey: schools maintaining reasonable 'student to teacher' ratio

A reasonable student to teacher ratios was observed in 103 out of 147 state-run primary girls' schools monitored nation-wide in October but continue to lack essential facilities, according to a report released by Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) on
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
No let-up in 12-hour loadshedding in industrial areas

No let-up in 12-hour loadshedding in industrial areas

There was no letup in the 12-hour load shedding in industrial areas of the city on Monday despite the assurances of Governor Sindh and Federal Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources that Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) would end load shedding
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Dr Turabi speeches

Dr Turabi speeches

Renowned scholar and orator Dr Allama Salman Turabi would address Central Muharram Congregations (Majalis) held by World Federation Stanmore London in UK and other parts of Europe. During his speeches, Dr Allama Salman Turabi would elaborate the topic "De
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Recovery of Sapna: LHC issues notice to Khosa

Recovery of Sapna: LHC issues notice to Khosa

The Lahore High Court Chief Justice here on Monday issued notice to Punjab former Chief Minister and MPA Sardar Dost Muhammad Khosa in an application of Missal Khan, father of Sapna former wife of Khosa. The petitioner sought court permission to become ne
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
'CLC virus badly affecting cotton production'

'CLC virus badly affecting cotton production'

Cotton Leaf Curl Virus is badly affecting the cotton production that is considered the backbone of our economy. It is imperative to boost up efforts to fight the virus. This was stated by experts at inauguration of two-day eight national conference of Pak
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Essential development projects: KFHA chalks out plan

Essential development projects: KFHA chalks out plan

Karachi Fish Harbour Authority (KFHA) has chalked out a plan to carry out a package of different 'essential' development projects costing approximately $9 million with help of the South Korean government's soft grant, officials said on Monday. In this reg
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
No compromise on nuclear programme: foreign office

No compromise on nuclear programme: foreign office

Foreign Office strongly refuted on Monday the remarks made by former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi regarding Pakistan's nuclear programme and said the government has an effective mechanism in place to safeguard the country's nuclear assets.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Murky border war won't rupture Pakistan-US alliance

Murky border war won't rupture Pakistan-US alliance

The deaths of 24 Pakistani troops spotlights the explosive 10-year war on the Afghan border, but is unlikely to rupture the unhappy marriage of convenience between Islamabad and Washington, analysts say. Forced into partnership by 9/11 and the war on al Q
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Nato attack: MQM observes 'Pakistan Solidarity and Stability Day'

Nato attack: MQM observes 'Pakistan Solidarity and Stability Day'

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on Monday observed 'Pakistan Solidarity and Stability Day' to protest the US and Nato forces' raid in Mohmand Agency that killed 24 army soldiers. MQM chief Altaf Hussain strongly condemned the unwarranted and unprovoked att
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Defunct CDGK/KMC: inquiry into illegal appointments ordered

Defunct CDGK/KMC: inquiry into illegal appointments ordered

Administrator Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Muhammad Hussain Syed ordered an inquiry into illegal appointments of employees in defunct CDGK/KMC; it is underway and any decision in this regard will be taken after submission of its final report.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan, Turkey may sign PTA next year

Pakistan, Turkey may sign PTA next year

Preferential Trade agreement (PTA) is likely to be signed between Pakistan and Turkey next year, Consul General of Turkey, Murat M Onart, informed business community on Monday evening. Speaking at a meeting of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCC
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
21 cases fixed for Bench-I adjourned

21 cases fixed for Bench-I adjourned

Due to ill health of Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry, cases fixed for his bench were adjourned. As many as 21 different cases were fixed for the Bench-I including services and bail matters as well as appeals in pre-emption matters for
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Rising population will intensify housing shortage

Rising population will intensify housing shortage

The world population touched 7 billion mark on October 31, 2011. With rise in population, a number of issues like widespread hunger, malnutrition, inadequate supply of clean water and sanitation, and a lack of basic health care persist.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Liberian women stalked by rape

Liberian women stalked by rape

As a young girl Garmar Murphy was forced into a child soldier's life, serving as a sexual plaything for Liberian rebels between battles - a tragic norm in the country's savage conflict. She was 13 years old, and rape was not criminalised.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Monday (November 28, 2011) and the forecast for Tuesday (November 29, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Change seems imperative

Change seems imperative

The PPP government routinely cites the rise in inward foreign remittances as the (sole) reflection of its 'good' economic policies. The Musharraf regime used to cite 'foreign' investment inflows as its mark of success. Neither regime made a concerted effo
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
The rupee's slide

The rupee's slide

The rupee is coming under increasing pressure. After remaining around Rs 86.50 to a dollar for a considerable length of time, it touched almost Rs 88 to a dollar in both the open and interbank markets last week, losing about one and half percent of its va
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
A pragmatic approach

A pragmatic approach

Through a letter to Prime Minister Gilani, the Nato chief, Fogh Anders Rasmussen, has regretted the "unintended" killing of over two dozen Pakistani soldiers and offered condolences to the bereaved families. So has the American political and military lead
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Rs 600 million development package for Swabi unveiled

Rs 600 million development package for Swabi unveiled

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ameer Haider Khan Hoti has announced development package worth Rs 600 million for the development of district Swabi and said that fruits of completion of political and election manifesto will be extended to every nook an
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan may boycott Bonn moot on Afghanistan

Pakistan may boycott Bonn moot on Afghanistan

Pakistan is likely to boycott a conference on Afghanistan's future. The Conference is scheduled for December 5 in Bonn, Germany, defence sources claimed. However, Foreign Office said it was too early to say whether or not the country would boycott the con
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Pak-US ties can only continue with mutual respect: Gilani

Pak-US ties can only continue with mutual respect: Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Monday said Pakistan would reassess its arrangements with Nato and ISAF and its relationship with the United States can only continue with mutual respect and mutual interest. In an interview with CNN, he said, "If
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
JUI demands immediate halt of forces' operation in Tehsil Bara

JUI demands immediate halt of forces' operation in Tehsil Bara

Jamiat Ulema Islam (JUI), Khyber Agency has demanded of the government to immediate halt ongoing security forces' operation in Tehsil Bara, Khyber Agency and resumption of registration process for IDPs at their makeshift Jalozai camp.
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Switching off gas supply to textile industry totally wrong: Dr Asim

Switching off gas supply to textile industry totally wrong: Dr Asim

Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr Asim Hussain on Monday said that switching off gas for 90 days to the textile industry was totally wrong. "We will continue and compensate you during winter season," he said while addressing a select gathering of gas-fed
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Switching off gas supply to textile industry totally wrong: Dr Asim

Switching off gas supply to textile industry totally wrong: Dr Asim

Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr Asim Hussain on Monday said that switching off gas for 90 days to the textile industry was totally wrong. "We will continue and compensate you during winter season," he said while addressing a select gathering of gas-fed
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
LCCI demands two percent reduction in policy rate

LCCI demands two percent reduction in policy rate

Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry demanded at least two percent further reduction in the banks' mark-up rates from 12 percent to 10 percent to give quantum jump to the national economy. Banking sources told Business Recorder that the State Ba
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
US vows to 'carry on' after Pakistan cuts supplies

US vows to 'carry on' after Pakistan cuts supplies

The US military will press ahead with its war effort in Afghanistan despite Pakistan's decision to cut off supplies to Nato-led forces after lethal air strikes, the Pentagon said Monday. Pakistan promptly sealed its border with Afghanistan to Nato supplie
Published 29 Nov, 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 (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 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 (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

The Afghan government has awarded the rights to develop three blocks of the huge Hajigak iron ore concession in central Afghanistan to a consortium led by the Steel Authority of India, an official at the Ministry of Mines said on Monday. Policy director A
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates

Jute goods rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

The Afghan government has awarded the rights to develop three blocks of the huge Hajigak iron ore concession in central Afghanistan to a consortium led by the Steel Authority of India, an official at the Ministry of Mines said on Monday. Policy director A
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Raw rubber rates

Raw rubber rates

Raw Rubber rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

Afghanistan awards three blocks at Hajigak to Indian group

The Afghan government has awarded the rights to develop three blocks of the huge Hajigak iron ore concession in central Afghanistan to a consortium led by the Steel Authority of India, an official at the Ministry of Mines said on Monday. Policy director A
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Milk powder rates

Milk powder rates

Milk Powder rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Abbottabad Operation: Commission to interview Haqqani on December 14

Abbottabad Operation: Commission to interview Haqqani on December 14

A meeting of the Inquiry Commission on Abbottabad Operation will be held here on December 14, 2011, under the Chairmanship of Justice Javed Iqbal. The meeting will be attended by Abbas Khan, I.G (Retd.) Ashraf Jehangir Qazi and Lieutenant General (Retd.)
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Karachi tea rates

Karachi tea rates

Tea rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Abbottabad Operation: Commission to interview Haqqani on December 14

Abbottabad Operation: Commission to interview Haqqani on December 14

A meeting of the Inquiry Commission on Abbottabad Operation will be held here on December 14, 2011, under the Chairmanship of Justice Javed Iqbal. The meeting will be attended by Abbas Khan, I.G (Retd.) Ashraf Jehangir Qazi and Lieutenant General (Retd.)
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan fight opium smuggling

Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan fight opium smuggling

Officials from Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan say they will bolster regional co-operation to combat drug smuggling at a time when the cultivation of illicit opium poppy is increasing. Ministers in charge of counter-narcotics from the three nations agreed
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan fight opium smuggling

Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan fight opium smuggling

Officials from Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan say they will bolster regional co-operation to combat drug smuggling at a time when the cultivation of illicit opium poppy is increasing. Ministers in charge of counter-narcotics from the three nations agreed
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (November 28, 2011).

Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
US wants Bangladesh's war crimes trial accessible to all

US wants Bangladesh's war crimes trial accessible to all

The United States wants Bangladesh to ensure that its 'liberation war' crimes trial is conducted in a transparent manner, with proceedings accessible to all, US Ambassador at Large for War Crimes Stephen J Rapp said Monday. "The process must be accessible
Published 29 Nov, 2011 12:00am
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