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Print - 2012-05-15
Iran turns off tracking systems on tankers

Iran turns off tracking systems on tankers

In a bid to circumvent crippling international sanctions, Iran has been routinely switching off satellite tracking systems on its sea-bound oil tankers, The Washington Post reported late Sunday. Citing unnamed US officials, the newspaper said the practice
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
EU castigates Israel over settlements, Palestinians

EU castigates Israel over settlements, Palestinians

EU foreign ministers on Monday issued a harsh critique of Israel, saying the gathering pace of settlement-building, settler extremism and ill-treatment of Palestinians threatens a two-state solution. "The EU expresses deep concern about developments on th
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Sudan parliament rejects talks with rebels

Sudan parliament rejects talks with rebels

Sudan's parliament rejected on Monday a United Nations call for talks with rebels who have been fighting government troops for almost a year. It also said it would not allow foreign aid agencies into rebel-held areas of South Kordofan and Blue Nile states
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Dalai Lama collects $1.8 million prize after meeting Cameron

Dalai Lama collects $1.8 million prize after meeting Cameron

Tibet's exiled spiritual leader the Dalai Lama met British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday during a visit to London to receive one of the world's richest prizes, a government spokesman said. The meeting at 10 Downing Street with Cameron and with De
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
EU urges Afghan democratic progress as it promises further support

EU urges Afghan democratic progress as it promises further support

European Union foreign ministers called Monday on Afghan authorities to deliver on a laundry list of reforms, as they pledged to support the country well after the withdrawal of international combat troops in 2014. "This commitment requires a reciprocal a
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Philippines, China impose fishing bans in disputed sea

Philippines, China impose fishing bans in disputed sea

The Philippines and China will both impose fishing bans in the South China Sea where the two countries have been involved in a tense territorial stand-off. China had already announced its annual ban, which it says is aimed at curbing over-fishing, and inc
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Indian police 'disregard women's dignity': rights group

Indian police 'disregard women's dignity': rights group

A leading rights group accused the Indian police on Monday of denying and disregarding the rights of women, highlighting the recent case of a pregnant sex worker who says she was beaten by an officer. Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on the government to o
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Rebels kill 23 Syrian soldiers

Rebels kill 23 Syrian soldiers

Syrian rebels killed 23 government soldiers on Monday, activists said, and efforts to find a viable political alternative to Bashar al-Assad faltered when an opposition group said it would boycott Arab-backed talks to unite its splintered ranks. The lates
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Dutch striker Van Nistelrooy retires

Dutch striker Van Nistelrooy retires

Malaga's Dutch striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy retired from professional football on Monday, ending a stellar career that included stints with Manchester United and Real Madrid. "Yesterday I played my last match as a professional," Van Nistelrooy, 35, told a
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Madrid hit 100-points mark, Villarreal relegated

Madrid hit 100-points mark, Villarreal relegated

Champions Real Madrid beat Mallorca 4-1 on Sunday to break the 100-point barrier on the final day of La Liga season as Villarreal sensationally slipped through the relegation trapdoor. Mesut Ozil scored twice while Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema also
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Pakistani players have passion for rugby: coach Fitzpatrick

Pakistani players have passion for rugby: coach Fitzpatrick

Pakistan's new rugby coach Justin Fitzpatrick said Monday his players had the passion to rise quickly in the game as the team prepares to take on arch-rivals India in a regional competition. "I am new in the job," Fitzpatrick told AFP on the sidelines of
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
City '100 years' behind us, says Ferguson

City '100 years' behind us, says Ferguson

In congratulating new Premier League champions Manchester City, Sir Alex Ferguson reminded them that they have a long way to go before they can be considered Manchester United's equals. The United manager could not resist comparing his club's reputation a
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
New York cotton ends mixed

New York cotton ends mixed

Cotton futures closed mixed on Monday as the market sought to recover after tumbling to a near two-year low last week although the outlook for fibre contracts remains bearish due to bumper supplies, analysts said. July cotton on the ICE Futures US exchang
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Shanghai copper falls

Shanghai copper falls

The most-traded August copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange slid nearly 2 percent to close at 56,260 yuan ($8,900) per tonne on Monday. Copper fell to near one-month lows on Monday, giving up early gains as traders came round to the view that
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Copper hits four-month low

Copper hits four-month low

Copper hit a four-month low on Monday as political deadlock in Greece kept alive the risk of the country leaving the euro zone and as investors worried about slowing growth in top copper consumer China. China cut the amount of cash banks must hold as rese
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Oil falls on Greece, eurozone turmoil

Oil falls on Greece, eurozone turmoil

Oil prices fell on Monday as Greece's inability to form a coalition government and concerns about a slowing Chinese economy fed worries about the outlook for petroleum demand. Greece's turmoil triggered selling in dollar-denominated copper and gold, sendi
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Tokyo rubber tumbles

Tokyo rubber tumbles

Tokyo rubber futures fell to a four-month low on Monday, hurt as the increasing likelihood of a new election in Greece worsened the sense of crisis in the eurozone. The commodity was also still reeling after industrial production data last week from China
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Malaysian palm oil plunges to three-month low

Malaysian palm oil plunges to three-month low

Malaysian palm oil futures suffered their sharpest fall in more than a year on Monday, closing at a three-month low as failed talks to form a new Greek government heightened fears about the euro zone's debt crisis. Market sentiment was bearish as talks to
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Sugar and coffee rise

Sugar and coffee rise

ICE sugar closed higher on Monday after falling to a 20-month low in early trade as the dollar strengthened on fears over the impact of a possible Greek exit from the euro, while Liffe robusta coffee futures extended gains to a near eight-month high.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Gold rises in Asia

Gold rises in Asia

Gold edged up on Monday as bargain hunters lifted prices from four-month lows, but gains were capped as an inconclusive Greek election raised the risk the country could exit the eurozone and fanned fears of a worsening debt crisis in the region. Gold has
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Gold drops to 4-1/2 months low in European trade

Gold drops to 4-1/2 months low in European trade

Gold prices fell to a 4-1/2-month low on Monday, hit by concerns about a worsening debt crisis in the euro zone following political deadlock in Greece which fuelled risk aversion and put pressure on the euro. Spot gold hit a session low at $1,556.61 an ou
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: soyabeans down

US MIDDAY: soyabeans down

US soyabean futures fell to a six-week low early on Monday with funds liquidating a record-large long position in profit-taking, as worries about Europe's shaky economy sparked a broad selloff of riskier assets and hung over the grains complex. But Chicag
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: copper tumbles

US MIDDAY: copper tumbles

Copper crumbled to a four-month low on Monday as commodities slumped broadly on fears of a slowdown in global economic growth triggered by political deadlock in Greece and further signs of a struggling Chinese economy. In New York, the July COMEX contract
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold drops

US MIDDAY: gold drops

Gold prices fell in early trade in New York on Monday, as the political deadlock in Greece fuelled risk aversion and put pressure on the euro. Spot gold prices was down $15.83 to $1,563.60 an ounce, after earlier hitting a session low of $1,556.61 an ounc
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
'My-Karachi' exhibition to help improve city's image: Teli

'My-Karachi' exhibition to help improve city's image: Teli

Chairman Businessmen Group and former president Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), Siraj Kassam Teli has said that they do not recognise Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) as its set-up is illegal. Replying to a
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Separate inquiries ordered into canal breach

Separate inquiries ordered into canal breach

The Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister for Relief Haleem Adil Shaikh has directed the authorities concerned for conducting two separate departmental inquiries into the incident of breach that occurred yesterday evening in Rohri Canal near village Bakhar Jama
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
German companies interested in energy projects: CG

German companies interested in energy projects: CG

The Consul General of Germany Dr Tilo klinner has invited the business community of Hyderabad to visit Germany before the end of this year as Germany plans a grand exposition of its products to be organised in Karachi and Hyderabad next year. Addressing a
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Ali S Habib elected PBC Chairman

Ali S Habib elected PBC Chairman

The Board of Directors of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) in its meeting on May 11, elected Ali S Habib as its new chairman following the early retirement of Asad Umar. Ali Habib is the Chairman of Indus Motor Company Limited. He heads and actively ov
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Training programme on dispute resolution being held

Training programme on dispute resolution being held

The first five-day certification training programme on mediation is being organised in the metropolis. The organisers said here on Monday that this is being held under the auspices of the Women Development Department, Government of Sindh, in collaboration
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
DIBPL, Western Union join hands for money transfer service

DIBPL, Western Union join hands for money transfer service

Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL), a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan and Western Union, (NYSE: WU), a leader in money transfer and global payment services have entered into a collaboration, whereby DIBPL will provide Western Union inbound money
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
MQM activist among four killed in city

MQM activist among four killed in city

Despite the government's claims of taking stringent measures to stop targeted killings, four more persons including an activist of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) were gunned down in separate incidents in different areas of the metropolis here on Monday.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Kidnapping of doctor condemned

Kidnapping of doctor condemned

Director Health Officer (DHO), Dr Masood Solangi in his remarks strongly condemned the kidnapping of Dr Aftab Qureshi, an ailing Professor and the Head of Department of Neurosurgery in Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences (LUHMS) and dacoity
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Protecting our national interest

Protecting our national interest

The US Congress army services committee approved a bill that stops acceptance of any goods and services from Pakistan until the Nato supply lines are reopened by Pakistan. While our parliaments, unanimously approved two resolutions against drone attacks v
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Lebanon fears Syria's encroaching violence

Lebanon fears Syria's encroaching violence

Residents in two rival neighbourhoods of Tripoli, a city in northern Lebanon, have spent the past two nights in shelters, sitting out clashes between supporters and oppponents of the Syrian regime They now fear that the neighbouring 14-month uprising migh
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Performance targets

Performance targets

During a meeting of the National Assembly's Standing Committee on Finance the Finance Secretary reportedly informed the participants that the government has decided to set 'performance targets' for the ministries of Water and Power and Commerce, and the F
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Low inflows for budget 2012-13

Low inflows for budget 2012-13

The Standing Committee on Finance chaired by Fauzia Wahab has reportedly proposed a range of revenue generating measures for the forthcoming fiscal year that include a 10 percent tax on the sale/purchase of property of 259 square yards or more as well as
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Forestalling another Salala

Forestalling another Salala

Will Pakistan allow the resumption of Nato supplies through its territory and thus get invited to the Chicago Summit, is for the Federal Cabinet to decide later this week. However, the indications are that would be the case. Given that the ground realitie
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Tuberculosis: training workshops held

Tuberculosis: training workshops held

Training workshops for lady health workers regarding Tuberculosis (TB) awareness and control under ACSM (Advocacy, Communication & Social Mobilisation) Project have been organised in different districts of the region. This was stated by the Social Organis
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
'PPP to complete constitutional term'

'PPP to complete constitutional term'

Sindh Minister for Education and Literacy, Pir Mazhar-ul-Haq on Monday said the present democratic government would fulfil its constitutional term and is not afraid of the threat of `long march'. Talking to various delegations in his office here, he said
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Mountain Dew unleashes 'The Avengers' movie

Mountain Dew unleashes 'The Avengers' movie

Thrilling, over the top crazy action experience, punch-packed with phenomenal power moves never before seen in movie history, Mountain Dew once again sets the pulse of millions of Pakistanis racing by bringing this global multi-million dollar hit to Pakis
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Dacoits take away Rs 6.4 million from bank

Dacoits take away Rs 6.4 million from bank

A gang of robbers on Monday looted around Rs 6.4 million from a private bank branch located in the jurisdiction of Saeedabad police station. According to police and eye-witnesses, some five unidentified armed dacoits barged into the private bank branch lo
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Position of former RCS chairman restored

Position of former RCS chairman restored

The Lahore High Court on Monday set aside appointment of Zahid Bashir, as Chairman, Red Crescent Society (RCS), Punjab, and restored the former Chairman, Mian Muhammad Hanif, in his office. Some RCS managing committee members including Liaqat Ali Chishti
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Comprehensive measures to be taken under ADP 2012-13: Shahbaz

Comprehensive measures to be taken under ADP 2012-13: Shahbaz

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that special emphasis will be laid to poverty alleviation, job opportunities and promotion of investment in the Annual Development Programme (ADP) of the upcoming budget. He was addressing a meeting held here
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Sindhi, Baloch dignitaries join MQM

Sindhi, Baloch dignitaries join MQM

A 25-member delegation of Sindhi and Baloch dignitaries from Chishti Nagar, Gulshan-e-Iqbal called on members of MQM Co-ordination Committee Yousuf Shahwani and Kaif-ul-wara at Khursheed Begum Secretariat, Azizabad and announced to join the MQM. Members o
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Traders to stage sit-in against Evacuee Board

Traders to stage sit-in against Evacuee Board

Traders on Monday announced to hold protest sit-in on Tuesday against the Evacuee Board on M.A. Jinnah Road to denounce selling of market buildings in the city. Talking to Business Recorder, Chairman AKTI, Muhammad Atiq Mir said traders of Arambagh Furnit
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Three killed in separate road accidents

Three killed in separate road accidents

Three persons including a girl were killed in separate road mishaps in different areas of the metropolis here on Monday. According to police and rescue sources, Veenu Kumar, 45, son of Kamal Das was crushed to death by train when he was crossing Chenesar
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
PML-N leaders criticise PPP

PML-N leaders criticise PPP

Provincial Minister for Law, Rana Sanaullah Khan has said that the way People's Party plundered the national exchequer in the garb of democracy is unprecedented in the country's history. He said that the four year's era of Peoples Party is known for corru
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Kalash Spring Festival begins

Kalash Spring Festival begins

The three-day Kalash Spring Festival started on Monday to mark the rituals practiced by all the people living in all three Kalash valleys of Chitral. Tourism Corporation of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (TCKP) is co-ordinating the festival to guide the local and for
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Nato supply route issue: Senior PTI leader raises some questions

Nato supply route issue: Senior PTI leader raises some questions

Pakistan Tahreek-e-Insaf (PTI), vice-chairman and former foreign minister, Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi, has said on Monday that Nato supply route should not be restored unless the Washington gives guarantee to respect the decision of Pakistani Parliamen
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Man killed in Kalat firing

Man killed in Kalat firing

Unidentified armed men gunned down a man here at Dasht-e-Goran area of the district on Monday. According to Levies Force, the victim was on his way home when armed assailants riding a motorbike opened fire on him and fled from the scene. As a result, he r
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Schedule of PAC meetings announced

Schedule of PAC meetings announced

The Chairman Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has announced the schedule of meetings of the PAC, which would be held from 23rd May 2012, at the committee room No-1 of Sindh Assembly Building. According to details, on 23rd May, at 11:00 am, Shah Abdul Latif
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Youm-e-Siddique-e-Akbar observed

Youm-e-Siddique-e-Akbar observed

Youm-e-Siddique-e-Akbar (RA) observed here on Monday with religious fervour and enthusiasm. Vice President Central Jammat Ahle Sunnat Maulana Qari Mohammad Suleman Awan in a statement issued here paid homage to Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA), the first Cal
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
BoK opens 'Raast' Islamic Banking branch in Mansehra

BoK opens 'Raast' Islamic Banking branch in Mansehra

The Bank of Khyber has opened "Raast" Islamic Banking branch in district Mansehra here on Monday. BoK Managing Director Bilal Mustafa formally inaugurated the bank's new "Raast" Islamic banking branch in a ceremony held here in Shahrah-e-Resham, district
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Tajikistan to begin visa service from Karachi

Tajikistan to begin visa service from Karachi

Major breakthrough in bilateral trade relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan is in the offing as Tajik Airlines is starting its flight operation from Dushanbe to Islamabad from next month, this was stated by Tajikistan's Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Zuba
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
ITU Secretary General visits PTA HQs

ITU Secretary General visits PTA HQs

A reception was arranged by PTA on Monday at its Headquarters in Islamabad in the honour of Dr Hamadoun I Toure, Secretary General ITU who is presently on official visit to Pakistan. The reception was attended by CEOs of telecom operators, members of the
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Etihad Airways to launch flights to Ethiopia

Etihad Airways to launch flights to Ethiopia

Etihad Airways will add the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, to its rapidly growing network in November 2012. The airline will also start flying to the Indian city of Ahmedabad in the same month. The two new cities will expand the airline's reach to 86 pas
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
CASA 1000 megawatts project: progress to be reviewed tomorrow

CASA 1000 megawatts project: progress to be reviewed tomorrow

Inter-Governmental Council (IGC), comprising ministers of partner countries, is scheduled to hold two day parlays in Dubai starting from May 16, 2012 to review the 'slow' Central Asia South Asia (CASA) 1000 MW project, official sources told Business Re
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
AIOU, Plan to set up open-schooling system at district levels

AIOU, Plan to set up open-schooling system at district levels

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will collaborate with Plan International for setting up open-schooling system in Pakistan at district levels to help the government for achieving millennium development goals by 2015. A memorandum of understanding (MoU)
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Cement prices decline in North zone

Cement prices decline in North zone

With commencement of the harvest season and other developments including load-shedding, rains and shortage of labour, construction activities in northern part of the country have sharply declined, resulting in huge fall in both sales and prices of cement.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Measles kills 12 children in tribal area

Measles kills 12 children in tribal area

A measles outbreak has killed 12 children in tribal districts and is spreading as fighting, power cuts and curfews cause a vaccine shortage, doctors said Monday. North Waziristan, a restive and deeply poor area bordering Afghanistan. "For the past three w
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
'Pink Ribbon Day' today

'Pink Ribbon Day' today

The educational institutions of Peshawar would observe "Pink Ribbon Day" on May 15 to create awareness among masses regarding deadly breast cancer and preventive measures. A non-governmental organisation "Pink Ribbon" in collaboration with Higher Educatio
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Man dies in police custody

Man dies in police custody

An accused died in police custody at Shahzad Town Police Station due to alleged torture by the police personnel during interrogation. Police source said that Zafar Kyani s/o Sadiq Kyani was detained by police on Sunday and died in police custody. Police h
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
ACCA discusses rules for risk management

ACCA discusses rules for risk management

ACCA Pakistan organised two discussion forums last week on its recent research paper on 'Rules for risk management: culture, behaviour and the role of accountants', which is based on a survey of over 2,000 ACCA members from 109 countries. These discussion
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Fighting uproots hundreds of thousands

Fighting uproots hundreds of thousands

Nearly half a million Pakistanis are estimated to have fled fighting between soldiers and militia on the Afghan border with more than 264,000 registered for aid, officials said Monday. Authorities say increasing numbers of women and children are fleeing K
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Rs 1500 bond draw today

Rs 1500 bond draw today

The 50th draw for the prize bonds of worth Rs 1500 will be held at Peshawar on Tuesday. According to National Saving sources, the first prize of the prize bond is of Rs 3 million, three prizes one million rupees and 1696 prizes of Rs 18,500 each.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Nawaz arrives in Sukkur today

Nawaz arrives in Sukkur today

In order to expedite the party's anti-Gilani campaign, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif will leave for Sindh today (Tuesday) to address public gatherings in the ruling PPP stronghold province. According to the part's central med
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
SECP, CMA sign MoU

SECP, CMA sign MoU

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and Capital Market Authority (CMA), Sultanate of Oman, recognising the increasing international activity in the financial markets and the corresponding need for co-operation between the relevant na
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Report on women working in IT field launched

Report on women working in IT field launched

Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) on Monday launched its maiden research report on Pakistani women working in the IT field, suggesting despite harassment-free environment at job places, females still feel gender discrimination. The P@SHA announ
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
CID police arrest alleged target killer

CID police arrest alleged target killer

Crime Investigation Department (CID) of police on Monday claimed to have arrested an alleged target killer during a raid in Gulshan Iqbal area. According to CID officials, the action was taken on a tip-off that revealed that the accused, Ali Darwesh alias
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
National Foods to open foreign offices

National Foods to open foreign offices

The Board of Directors of National Foods Limited has agreed to the establishment of its offices outside Pakistan. These offices will be based in UAE, Canada and United Kingdom and expected to be operational within next two year, according to the informati
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
PIA managing director seeks to improve airline's credibility

PIA managing director seeks to improve airline's credibility

Pakistan International Airlines' Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Air Chief Marshal Rao Qamar Suleman has shown his resolve to improve the conditions especially in the field of punctuality of flights and "no compromise on safety and technica
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
PIBs, TBs for 2012-13: SBP invites applications for PDs' appointment

PIBs, TBs for 2012-13: SBP invites applications for PDs' appointment

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has invited applications from interested financial institutions for appointment as Primary Dealers (PDs) of Government Securities ie Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs) and Market Treasury Bills (TBs) for the year 2012-13.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
PIBs, TBs for 2012-13: SBP invites applications for PDs' appointment

PIBs, TBs for 2012-13: SBP invites applications for PDs' appointment

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has invited applications from interested financial institutions for appointment as Primary Dealers (PDs) of Government Securities ie Pakistan Investment Bonds (PIBs) and Market Treasury Bills (TBs) for the year 2012-13.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Father of former Naib Nazim gunned down

Father of former Naib Nazim gunned down

The father of former Naib Nazim of UC-4 Gujjro Gaddap Town was gunned down while three others were injured in a drive-by shooting at a café in the jurisdiction of Sohrab Goth police station. According to police, the incident took place at Malik Agha Hotel
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Early general election only solution: Nawaz

Early general election only solution: Nawaz

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Chief Nawaz Sharif had said that PML-N wanted supremacy of law and implementation of the supreme court decision in letter and spirit. "Early elections are the only solution to the existing crisis in the country," Nawaz
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
PC Rawalpindi organises 'Kids Carnival 2012'

PC Rawalpindi organises 'Kids Carnival 2012'

Hundreds of children with their families enjoyed Kids Carnival 2012' organised by Pearl Continental Hotel Rawalpindi, says a press release issued here on Monday. There were more than 25 games booths, in which guests tried their luck through draws.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Crucial DCC meeting today

Crucial DCC meeting today

Military and civilian leadership on Monday took up issues of re-opening of Nato supply route, ongoing new Pakistan-US dialogue and the meeting of Tripartite Commission, it is learnt. According to sources, a high-level meeting chaired by President Asif Ali
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Khar hints at re-opening Nato supply routes

Khar hints at re-opening Nato supply routes

Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Monday hinted at resumption of Nato supply route and move beyond the Salala incident to improve ties with the US. Speaking at a news conference along with Minister for Information and Broadcasting Qamar Zaman Kaira to
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
14,000 vehicles in use of non-entitled officers: AGP

14,000 vehicles in use of non-entitled officers: AGP

The Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) has verified that as many as 18,000 vehicles are in the custody of various ministries, departments and autonomous bodies out of which 14,000 are in use by non-entitled officers in various capacities.
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
Prime Minister to stay till decision of his appeal: Malik

Prime Minister to stay till decision of his appeal: Malik

Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Monday said that Supreme Court (SC) has not disqualified Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and he will remain Prime Minister till the decision on his appeal by the SC. "The contempt of court case is still under proceeding
Published 15 May, 2012 12:00am
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