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Print - 2012-01-27
Hunar Foundation is aiming to expand: COO

Hunar Foundation is aiming to expand: COO

BR Research: Tell us about the mission of Hunar Foundation and how did this idea emerge? Admiral Azhar Husain (Retd): We wanted to know what happens to these boys and girls when they complete their schooling, after matriculation. We found that most of the
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Imported food items: FSC seeks government stance by January 30

Imported food items: FSC seeks government stance by January 30

Federal Shariat Court here Thursday sought version of the government by January 30 whether the food items being imported from foreign countries were legitimate as per Islamic injunctions. The court passed these orders in a petition filed by a bar member I
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
'South Asia most vulnerable to natural disasters'

'South Asia most vulnerable to natural disasters'

Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Dr Zafar Iqbal Qadir has said the probability of natural disasters is increasing every year and South Asia is the most vulnerable region on earth. He said this while speaking at the inaugural session
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Major hike in LPG prices likely

Major hike in LPG prices likely

LPG prices are expected to increase by at least Rs 9 per kilo from next month as a result of a sharp increase in Saudi Aramco Contract Price. According to the spokesman of the LPG Association of Pakistan Belal Jabbar the Saudi Aramco Contract Price with w
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Condolence

Condolence

Punjab Chief Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has offered condolence on the sad demise of Syed Dastageer Gilani, father of MNA Syed Mohsin Gilani. In a condolence message on Thursday, he prayed to Allah Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal p
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Potential exists to double local production of LPG

Potential exists to double local production of LPG

Pakistan can enhance local production of LPG from existing 1,000 tons per day to 2,200 tons daily, which would save valuable foreign exchange on the LPG import besides resulting in reduction of commodities' prices. An analysis of the current local LPG pro
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
New York cotton settles lower, but trades in a range

New York cotton settles lower, but trades in a range

Cotton futures ended lower on Thursday on technical selling by investors for the third straight session, but dealings stayed in a range and the market could drift into the weekend, analysts said. Benchmark March cotton on ICE Futures US fell 1.33 cents, a
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
US copper jumps

US copper jumps

Copper climbed to a 4-month peak late Wednesday, building on the strength of its 2012 risk-on rally after the Federal Reserve said it would keep interest rates low through 2014. The Fed, after a two-day policy meeting, repeated its view that the economy f
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Copper rises over 2 percent

Copper rises over 2 percent

Copper rose more than 2 percent to a four-month high on Thursday as investors cheered news that the US Federal Reserve was ready to offer additional stimulus, a move that could lift economic growth and demand for industrial metals. Federal Reserve Chairma
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Oil pares gains

Oil pares gains

Oil prices pared gains in late trading on Thursday as the dollar recouped some losses, erasing much of the day's advance that was fostered by the US Federal Reserve's pledge on Wednesday to keep interest rates low well into 2014. Crude futures took a cue
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Key Tokyo rubber futures dip

Key Tokyo rubber futures dip

The key Tokyo rubber futures contract slipped lower on Thursday as players took profit after recent rises, but prices were still supported by seasonal falling supply and the Thai government intervention, dealers said. The benchmark rubber contract on the
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Palm oil down

Palm oil down

Malaysian crude palm oil dropped 1.2 percent on Thursday as traders booked profits on slowing export demand, with orders shifting to top producer and competitor Indonesia. Palm oil bucked the trend in commodity markets - from oil to soybeans - that rose a
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Wheat climbs

Wheat climbs

US wheat futures climbed to a three-week high on Wednesday, their fifth straight session of gains, on growing prospects that the United States could gain export business if shipments are curbed in Russia. US wheat is currently priced competitively with su
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
ICE cocoa jumps

ICE cocoa jumps

US cocoa futures extended gains on Thursday, reaching their highest since mid-November on follow-through buying, while sugar and arabica coffee firmed after the US Federal Reserve committed to keep interest rates low. Stock markets and commodities climbed
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Gold surges 2.5 percent in New York

Gold surges 2.5 percent in New York

Gold surged 2.5 percent on Wednesday to above $1,700 an ounce, its biggest one-day gain in four months, as the US Federal Reserve said interest rates would likely remain near zero into late 2014. Bullion's rally dwarfed the slight gains in equities and ot
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Gold rises in Asia

Gold rises in Asia

Gold jumped to its strongest in more than a month in choppy trade on Thursday after a promise by the US Federal Reserve to keep rock-bottom rates for at least two more years helped burnish the metal's safe-haven appeal. The physical market in Singapore sa
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Gold hits 6-1/2 week high in London

Gold hits 6-1/2 week high in London

Gold rose 1 percent to 6-1/2-week highs on Thursday as stock markets, commodities and the euro all rallied after the Federal Reserve said it planned to keep interest rates at rock bottom for some years and hinted at further economic stimulus. The gain ext
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: wheat and corn stay up

US MIDDAY: wheat and corn stay up

US grains rose on Thursday, with corn and wheat futures each gaining for the sixth straight session, amid a broad commodities rally as the dollar fell to the lowest level in more than a month after the US Federal Reserve said it would not raise interest r
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: copper rises

US MIDDAY: copper rises

Copper surged to a fresh four-month peak on Thursday, as strong technical momentum and the prospect of additional stimulus measures from the United States kept the industrial metal's 2012 risk-on rally intact. In New York, the benchmark March COMEX contra
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold climbs

US MIDDAY: gold climbs

Gold rose more than 1 percent to a 6-1/2-week high on Thursday as stock markets, commodities and the euro all rallied after the US Federal Reserve extended by 18 months its plan to keep interest rates historically low and hinted at further economic stimul
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Bonanza to introduce lawn collection

Bonanza to introduce lawn collection

This year Bonanza has stayed true to its name, and plans to bring lawn back with a bang! This year, Bonanza and Catalyst PR and Marketing brainstormed together to find one of the best designers to create the best lawn this year.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Korean team visits KFHA to share expertise

Korean team visits KFHA to share expertise

A Korean delegation based in United States led by Jun Sik Lee President, International Seafoods of Alaska, Inc visited the Karachi Fisheries Harbour Authority (KFHA) to share their expertise with Pakistani seafood exporters to bring improvement in process
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
First graduation ceremony of THF tomorrow

First graduation ceremony of THF tomorrow

The first graduation ceremony of The Hunter Foundation (THF), technical institute for trainees, will be held at its campus on Saturday (tomorrow). Chief Executive Officer THF Danishmand said that it is a non-profit organisation that is concerned with alle
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Book on 'Labour Management Relations in Islam'

Book on 'Labour Management Relations in Islam'

A very useful book authored by Shahzado Langah on 'Labour Management Relations in Islam' published by the Higher Education Commission, would be beneficial for industry, state owned establishments, and private sector besides researchers and advocates.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Inaugural ceremony of 'ICON 2012' conference today

Inaugural ceremony of 'ICON 2012' conference today

The inaugural ceremony of ICON-2012 will be held at Indus hospital here on January 27 (today). The- three-day conference being organised by Indus Hospital would be a gathering of local and international experts from a wide range of disciplines on a single
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
SCLL rating upgraded

SCLL rating upgraded

Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (Pacra) has upgraded the long-term and short-term entity ratings of Standard Chartered Leasing Limited to "AA" (double A) from the previous rating of A1- and "A1+". These ratings denote a very low expectation of credi
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
SCLL rating upgraded

SCLL rating upgraded

Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (Pacra) has upgraded the long-term and short-term entity ratings of Standard Chartered Leasing Limited to "AA" (double A) from the previous rating of A1- and "A1+". These ratings denote a very low expectation of credi
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Dockers' protests cause Rs two billion losses: PQA

Dockers' protests cause Rs two billion losses: PQA

Port Qasim Authority (PQA) estimates Rs 2 billions losses due to protests and rallies by dockers, bringing operations to a standstill on a regular basis at the country's second biggest harbour, seaport sources said on Thursday. Through a letter, PQA has r
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Investment in Fata: British investors briefed about prospects

Investment in Fata: British investors briefed about prospects

A team of investors from United Kingdom has shown interest in making investment in different potential sectors in Fata and has expressed the desire to hold discussions with Fata Secretariat and Fata Development Authority in order to find out possible sect
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Assassinated lawyers laid to rest amid tight security

Assassinated lawyers laid to rest amid tight security

The three lawyers, who were gunned down in a drive-by shooting in the remits of Aram Bagh police on Wednesday evening, were laid to rest at Kala Board graveyard here on Thursday amid tight security arrangements. Earlier, their funeral prayers was offered
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
LUMHS Academic Council meets

LUMHS Academic Council meets

The 30th meeting of LUMHS Academic Council was held under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor University of Jamshoro, Professor Noshad Ahmed Shaikh on Thursday. The Council passed a resolution to establish LUMHS International Medical College and Hospital
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
PIAREA demands raise in pensions

PIAREA demands raise in pensions

Pakistan International Airlines Retired Employees Association (PIAREA) has demanded a raise in the pensions of retired employees of the airline from the current 32 percent to 50 percent, "as per rules".
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Three alleged target killers held, arms seized

Three alleged target killers held, arms seized

Crime Investigation Department (CID) on Thursday claimed to have arrested three alleged target killers and recovered heavy weapons from their custody.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Experts demand setting up of DRA

Experts demand setting up of DRA

There is no regulatory framework for pharmaceutical industry in the country to stop catastrophe of the like which has hit Lahore. Experts have expressed serious concern over this situation and demanded of the government to establish a single centralised D
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
International Customs Day celebrated

International Customs Day celebrated

Pakistan Customs on Thursday celebrated international customs day with much fervour at Customs House Karachi. This day was dedicated by the World Customs Organisation (WCO) to be celebrated every year by all 177 Member States. The theme set by WCO for the
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Sindh government to introduce GIS soon

Sindh government to introduce GIS soon

Secretary Information Technology Department Sindh, Sualeh Ahmed Faruqui said that the provincial government will soon introduce Geographical Information System (GIS) which will not only help promote local investment but its data will benefit the world to
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
LHC seeks report in contempt petition

LHC seeks report in contempt petition

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday sought a report from Secretary Finance, Secretary Education and Accountant General Punjab in a contempt of court petition filed by some retired professors and headmasters praying to the court to initiate contempt of
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser increases

Profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser increases

The profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser Bin Qasim Limited has increased to Rs 10.767 billion in the year ended December 31, 2011 as compared to Rs 6.514 billion earned in the corresponding period in 2010. The company's earning per share has increased to
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser increases

Profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser increases

The profit after tax of Fauji Fertiliser Bin Qasim Limited has increased to Rs 10.767 billion in the year ended December 31, 2011 as compared to Rs 6.514 billion earned in the corresponding period in 2010. The company's earning per share has increased to
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
ACCA awards certificates

ACCA awards certificates

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Pakistan has awarded certificates to its 37 high achievers here on Thursday. Presiding over the ceremony held at local hotel here, Tabish Gohar, CEO, Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) lauded the
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Four persons killed in separate incidents

Four persons killed in separate incidents

At least four persons including an elder man were killed in separate incidents at various parts of the metropolis here on Thursday. According to police and rescue sources, a young man was shot dead in Jinnah Road Sher Shah in the limits of Sher Shah polic
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Government urged to ensure availability of family planning facilities

Government urged to ensure availability of family planning facilities

With inadequate financial resources followed by the increasing poverty and high inflation, the government should do its best in ensuring the availability of family planning facilities even in the remote areas to control rapidly increasing population of Pa
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Administrator visits KMC projects

Administrator visits KMC projects

Administrator KMC Muhammad Hussain Syed on Thursday paid a visit of ongoing development projects in different areas of city.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Cop, bandit killed in separate encounters

Cop, bandit killed in separate encounters

A police constable and an alleged bandit were killed in separate encounters at various parts of the metropolis here on Thursday. According to police, a constable of DHA security vigilance team lost his live when the bandits opened indiscriminate gunshots
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
BIEK notification

BIEK notification

Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) on Thursday announced the practical dates of Home Economics for the supplementary group The practical examination will start from 30th January 2011. BIEK asked candidates to contact their respective colleges
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Fire fighting systems in shambles

Fire fighting systems in shambles

The fire fighting systems in city is in a dilapidated condition and needed further improvement to deal with fire mishaps in the city. The city has only 20 fire brigade stations located in almost every town of the city having the total capacity of 45 fire
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Younis Bashir's resignation still pending acceptance

Younis Bashir's resignation still pending acceptance

After passing of more than 6 days neither resignation of Younis Muhammad Bashir as Senior Vice-President of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has been accepted by the managing committee of the chamber nor it was withdrawn.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Mobile phone, Internet network in IHK jammed

Mobile phone, Internet network in IHK jammed

Mobile phone and Internet network were jammed across Indian Occupied Kashmir when Kashmiris observed Indian Republic Day, Thursday, as 'Black Day' on both sides of Line of Control and across the world. The move came to avoid use of mobile telephones by pe
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Cynical prediction: February 1, 2012

Cynical prediction: February 1, 2012

The entire nation is anxiously and expectantly waiting for Wednesday, February 01, 2012,when two of the most important legal and constitutional issues of paramount national interest, one pertaining to the matter of presidential immunity relative to the in
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Boycotts as right-wingers move in on Hungary's cultural scene

Boycotts as right-wingers move in on Hungary's cultural scene

At the New Theatre in Budapest, staff are ruefully counting the days until February 1, when the director of the house is due to be evicted from his job on the orders of Hungary's conservative populist government. This is no regular change of guard at the
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Apple's 'incredible' numbers signal bright post-Jobs future

Apple's 'incredible' numbers signal bright post-Jobs future

Apple CEO Tim Cook's first quarter in charge will go down as one of the greatest corporate debuts of all time, as the leading consumer electronics company blew away previous sales records and set out a course to continue its incredible growth. It wasn't j
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Amnesty not justified

Amnesty not justified

According to Press reports, the Finance Minster of Pakistan, during his visit to the Karachi Stock Exchange on January 21, 2012, "approved the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) proposal on revamping the Capital Gains Tax (CGT), which a
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Verbosity versus credibility

Verbosity versus credibility

Complying with the army leadership's demand Prime Minister Gilani has clarified his media comment on the legality of the replies sent to the Supreme Court by Army Chief General Kayani and the ISI chief Lieutenant General Pasha in the Memogate case, saying
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Obama's state of the union address

Obama's state of the union address

That President Obama, in his state of the union address, launched his re-election bid is not in debate. He contrasted the unity of command in the armed forces in general and the Navy Seals, who killed Osama bin Laden in Abbottabad, in particular, focused
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
IPO Readiness Roundtable on February 3

IPO Readiness Roundtable on February 3

South Asian Federation of Exchanges (SAFE) has announced to hold "IPO Readiness Roundtable" for the representatives of the potential IPO companies in Pakistan and some prominent underwriters/ financial advisors on February 3, 2012 at Karachi Stock Exchang
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Speakers for removing Pak-India mistrust through dialogue

Speakers for removing Pak-India mistrust through dialogue

Pakistani and Indian scholars on Thursday asserted civil nuclear co-operation between the two arch rival South Asian nations, but called for removing the existing mistrust through dialogue at all levels including security and intelligence agencies.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
PUIAS organises seminar

PUIAS organises seminar

Punjab University Institute of Agricultural Sciences organised a seminar on "Importance of Agriculture Extension in Agriculture Sector", here at the institute on Thursday. EDO Agriculture Extension, Syed Muhammad Zakiria delivered a presentation. District
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Fruit and vegetable exporters visiting Sri Lanka

Fruit and vegetable exporters visiting Sri Lanka

A Pakistani trade delegation of fruit and vegetable producers and exporters is visiting Sri Lanka to explore the ways and means to enhance bilateral trade between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Pakistan High Commission in Colombo told Business Recorder in
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
University of Peshawar holds cultural show

University of Peshawar holds cultural show

In order to promote academic and cultural linkages between Pakistan and South Korean universities, the Dramatic Society, University of Peshawar in collaboration with Korean Cultural Volunteer team organised a cultural show on Thursday. Students from both
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Lawyers observe strike in Karachi

Lawyers observe strike in Karachi

Legal fraternity on Thursday observed a complete strike in protest against the killing of three lawyers. They staged sit-ins demanding of the government to arrest the murderers. Sindh High Court Bar Association (SHCBA) held a condolence meeting in Iftikha
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Road safety quiz competition concludes`

Road safety quiz competition concludes`

Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) is trying its level best to ensure safe road environment in the city by involving youth, especially students for achieving the desired targets of disciplined traffic and equal implementation of law with zero tolerance agains
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
PML-N not to support any new constitutional amendment: Nisar

PML-N not to support any new constitutional amendment: Nisar

Opposition Leader in the National Assembly, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khanm has said that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) will not support any new constitutional amendment. "The PML-N will bring all opposition parties together to talk to government on the i
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
TCKP seminar on 'youth policy' today

TCKP seminar on 'youth policy' today

Tourism Corporation Khyber Pakhtunkhwa seminar on "Formulation of a Youth Policy" is opening here at Peshawar Archives Hall today (Friday). A large number of students, youth and academia from all over the country are participating in the seminar to delibe
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
AIOU admissions

AIOU admissions

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has started its admissions for the spring semester, 2012 from Matric to MA/Msc level programmes. The computerised admission forms have been dispatched to all continuing students across the country, said a news release i
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
PML-N, ANP, PkMAP to support SBC's strike

PML-N, ANP, PkMAP to support SBC's strike

Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N), Awami National Party (ANP) and Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) have announced their support for the shutter-down and wheel-jam strike called by Sindh Bachayo (save) Committee for Saturday, January 28.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
SECP chief meets outgoing, newly-elected KSE boards

SECP chief meets outgoing, newly-elected KSE boards

SECP Chairman Muhammad Ali on Thursday met the outgoing and newly constituted Board of Directors of the Karachi Stock Exchange. In his address to the Board members, Ali appreciated the valuable services rendered by the outgoing Board.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
SBP to disburse Rs 1.60 billion agricultural credit in Hazara

SBP to disburse Rs 1.60 billion agricultural credit in Hazara

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will disburse agricultural loan to the tune of Rs 1.60 billion amongst 12,000 growers and land owners of Hazara Division through commercial banks and other financial institutions. This was revealed in the meeting held in d
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Legislators join PML-N

Legislators join PML-N

Led by former Deputy Chairman Senate Malik Muhammad Ali Khan, Assembly Members Haji Sardar Khan, Malik Rasheed Khan, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Malik Ahmad Saeed called on Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif and announced to join Pakistan Muslim Leagu
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Petition against Sharmila admitted for hearing

Petition against Sharmila admitted for hearing

A three-member bench of the Supreme Court on Thursday admitted a petition, challenging eligibility of Sharmila Farooqui as the then advisor to Sindh Chief Minister for hearing. The bench observed that Sharmila's issue was the continuation of the NRO case,
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Thar-Coal Project: immediate release of funds sought

Thar-Coal Project: immediate release of funds sought

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader, Muhammad Pervez Malik has demanded of the government to immediately release funds for Thar Coal Project, being the most important project for national economy. Expressing concern over the reports that ministry
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
CJ PHC administers oath to DBA Haripur

CJ PHC administers oath to DBA Haripur

The Chief Justice of Peshawar High Court (PHC) Justice Dost Muhammad Khan paid a visit to District Haripur on Tuesday where he administered oath to newly elected cabinet of District Bar Association Haripur.
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Fighting militancy: CoAS appreciates Frontier Force Regiment efforts

Fighting militancy: CoAS appreciates Frontier Force Regiment efforts

Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Abbotabad Thursday, in connection with Commanding Officers' Conference of the Frontier Force Regiment. Speaking on the occasion, the CoAS appreciated the efforts of the Regiment in fighting militan
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Fighting militancy: CoAS appreciates Frontier Force Regiment efforts

Fighting militancy: CoAS appreciates Frontier Force Regiment efforts

Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Abbotabad Thursday, in connection with Commanding Officers' Conference of the Frontier Force Regiment. Speaking on the occasion, the CoAS appreciated the efforts of the Regiment in fighting militan
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Gunmen storm check-post, kill six soldiers in Dera Bugti

Gunmen storm check-post, kill six soldiers in Dera Bugti

Gunmen stormed a checkpost before dawn on Thursday, killing six soldiers, snatching their weapons and escaping in insurgency-hit Balochistan province, officials said. Up to a dozen Baloch rebels attacked the paramilitary Frontier Corps (FC) post in the di
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Gunmen storm check-post, kill six soldiers in Dera Bugti

Gunmen storm check-post, kill six soldiers in Dera Bugti

Gunmen stormed a checkpost before dawn on Thursday, killing six soldiers, snatching their weapons and escaping in insurgency-hit Balochistan province, officials said. Up to a dozen Baloch rebels attacked the paramilitary Frontier Corps (FC) post in the di
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police on Thursday arrested Jean-Claude Mas, the founder of the PIP breast implant company that sparked a global health scare by using substandard silicone, as part of a manslaughter probe. More than 400,000 women around the world are believed to h
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police on Thursday arrested Jean-Claude Mas, the founder of the PIP breast implant company that sparked a global health scare by using substandard silicone, as part of a manslaughter probe. More than 400,000 women around the world are believed to h
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police arrest boss of breast implant company

French police on Thursday arrested Jean-Claude Mas, the founder of the PIP breast implant company that sparked a global health scare by using substandard silicone, as part of a manslaughter probe. More than 400,000 women around the world are believed to h
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Rasool awarded three-year imprisonment

Rasool awarded three-year imprisonment

In a bank fraud case, Accountability Court Rawalpindi on Thursday awarded a three-year imprisonment to Mian Khurram Rasool, ex Media Advisor to Prime Minister for Northern Television. Earlier, A special court for banking offences in Lahore on Thursday gra
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Rasool awarded three-year imprisonment

Rasool awarded three-year imprisonment

In a bank fraud case, Accountability Court Rawalpindi on Thursday awarded a three-year imprisonment to Mian Khurram Rasool, ex Media Advisor to Prime Minister for Northern Television. Earlier, A special court for banking offences in Lahore on Thursday gra
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
Number of Goods Declarations reduced to six: ATT rules amended

Number of Goods Declarations reduced to six: ATT rules amended

Pakistani customs authorities have reduced the number of Goods Declarations (GDs) from nine to six for the importers of Afghan transit goods and allowed transportation of perishable commodities such as fruits and vegetables, etc, in open trucks or other t
Published 27 Jan, 2012 12:00am
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