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Print - 2012-06-08
No truth behind death decree in Kohistan: Hussain

No truth behind death decree in Kohistan: Hussain

Provincial spokesman Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mian Iftikhar Hussain on Thursday said that the issuance of death decree against four girls in Kohistan district, was totally untrue and based on falsehood. He said the meeting of women's rights activists with the g
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
PIAF urges SBP to cut interest rate

PIAF urges SBP to cut interest rate

Trade and Industry leaders have urged the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to immediately announce cut in interest rate, which is a pre-requisite to enhance productivity in the industrial sector and a necessary step to give boost to trade activities in the co
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Not a single incentive for textile sector announced: TMAP

Not a single incentive for textile sector announced: TMAP

The textile sector is aghast over the mysterious silence of Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh that he has not announced any incentives for this important contributor to national kitty in the shape of levies and taxes.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
'English medium schools to be set up in every taluka'

'English medium schools to be set up in every taluka'

English medium schools would be set up in every Taluka of Sindh province. This was stated by the Sindh Minister for Education and Literacy, Pir Mazhar ul Haq, while presiding over a meeting at the Sindh Education Foundation office here on Thursday. The Mi
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
SU announces results of BA Pass Part-II

SU announces results of BA Pass Part-II

The Controller of Examinations (Annual) University of Sindh announced result of BA Pass Part-II annual examination 2011 here on Thursday. Total 11,570 candidates appeared in the examination while 9,511 candidates have declared successful while 1,415 candi
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Inter-Provincial Ministers' Group presents an opportunity for women

Inter-Provincial Ministers' Group presents an opportunity for women

The fifth meeting of Inter-Provincial Ministers' Group presents a unique opportunity for the provincial women development departments to share their experiences and benefit from them to the optimum level in a bid to fast-track the women development strate
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
FBR moving towards introducing sales tax in single digit: Rizvi

FBR moving towards introducing sales tax in single digit: Rizvi

The Federal Board of Revenue has taken cognisance of disparity in rates of sales tax and is moving towards introducing single digit sales tax; however, it would be achieved by gradual reduction in tax rates in a piecemeal manner, said Mumtaz Haider Rizvi,
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Wish list

Wish list

How do I wish Pakistan to have a Kurbanguly Berdymukhamedov (of Turkmenistan) to sack federal ministers for water & power and petroleum & natural resources for their poor performance, to set an example? How do I wish the nation to have a Francoise Holland
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Former Qadhafi supporters forgotten victims of Libyan war

Former Qadhafi supporters forgotten victims of Libyan war

Children ran screaming through the streets as bullets flew through the air when the camp on the outskirts of the Libyan capital came under attack from the brigades that ousted and killed Moamer Qadhafi last year. The residents of the camp come from Tawarg
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Managing India-Pakistan trade relations - II

Managing India-Pakistan trade relations - II

Policy recommendations: As the relationship is likely to remain fragile due to past historical experience a proactive management of the policies and processes and a vigilant eye on their implementation would be required for some time on both sides. It is
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Budget for the Ashrafia

Budget for the Ashrafia

Pakistan is controlled and ruled by ashrafiya (elites) - comprising indomitable military complex, civil bureaucracy, higher judiciary, landed aristocracy and its cronies, industrialist-turned politicians, religious and spiritual leaders (sic), media tycoo
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
'Enforced' disappearances

'Enforced' disappearances

Before heading for Balochistan, where 'enforced' disappearances and extra-judicial killings at the hands of agencies constitute a major issue of concern, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani directed the Federal Law Ministry on Saturday to draft necessary
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
The course of justice

The course of justice

Not only has the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry, appreciated the wisdom of the wise, including perhaps not-so-wise the Attorney General for Pakistan (AGP) and acted in accordance with the code of conduct for members of the superior
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Power crisis: new steps

Power crisis: new steps

The portfolio swap between Chaudhry Ahmed Mukhtar and Naveed Qamar was desirable, given the fact that sustained massive energy shortages account for ongoing street protests. The new Minister for Water and Power, Chaudhry Mukhtar, was no doubt instrumen
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
MPs urge government to broaden tax base

MPs urge government to broaden tax base

The members of the National Assembly on Thursday urged the government to broaden the tax base, besides enlarging the ratio of direct taxes in the country. During the debate on Federal Budget 2012-13, Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) tried its level best t
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Police briefly detains CNG body chief

Police briefly detains CNG body chief

The capital police on Thursday is learnt to have briefly arrested chairman of All-Pakistan CNG Association Ghayas Abdullah Paracha on charges of violating Section 144 in January this year. He was later released. Ghayas Paracha was arrested from his office
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
CNG dealers' strike in Southern Punjab enters second day

CNG dealers' strike in Southern Punjab enters second day

The strike of CNG station operators in southern Punjab entered second day on Thursday. The NG dealers had vowed to stage an indefinite strike in protest against the imposition of the proposed Gas Infrastructure Development Cess (GIDC) in the finance bill.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Doctors' Associations term posting orders unfair

Doctors' Associations term posting orders unfair

Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) Sindh, Peoples Doctor Forum (PDF) and Sindh Doctors Welfare Association (SDWA) have expressed their concern about alleged unfair posting orders issued by S&G. President PMA Dr Samrina Hashmi, General Secretary, PDF Dr Ra
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
12 bills tabled in Punjab Assembly

12 bills tabled in Punjab Assembly

Punjab Assembly in its 38th session on Thursday tabled 12 bills and sent them to standing committees for getting an answer required within period of one month of their sending by the Chair. The Assembly on the occasion in its deliberations considered and
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Textile industry facing severe energy crisis: Arif

Textile industry facing severe energy crisis: Arif

Pakistan Textile Exporters Association (PTEA) has demanded refund of deemed duty on imported industrial inputs, allocation of 30 billion rupees for local taxes drawback regime and relief of 0.5 percent on withholding tax of exporters. In a communication t
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Coal gasification a solution to power problem: experts

Coal gasification a solution to power problem: experts

Coal gasification offers one of the most versatile and clean ways to convert coal into electricity, hydrogen and other valuable energy products. These views were expressed by experts on Thursday while speaking at a workshop jointly organised by the Lahore
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Budget debate: Senators discuss everything except budget

Budget debate: Senators discuss everything except budget

The debate on federal budget 2012-13 in Upper House Parliament on Thursday turned into a moral and ethical session as members both from treasury as well as opposition put aside the purpose of the proceedings - recommendations regarding the budget.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Punjab misses cotton sowing target by 10 percent

Punjab misses cotton sowing target by 10 percent

Punjab missed cotton sowing target by 10 percent due to 50 percent canal irrigation water shortage and delayed wheat harvesting this season, Director General Punjab Agriculture Extension Services Dr Anjum Ali told Business Recorder here on Thursday
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Probe launched against NGO working in flood-hit area

Probe launched against NGO working in flood-hit area

An inquiry has been launched into the misappropriation of millions of rupees in the construction of shelters and homes for the flood-hit people in Alipur in Muzaffargarh district. The inquiry was ordered by Muzaffargarh's District Co-ordination Officer (D
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Nepra to hear public complaints against KESC on Monday

Nepra to hear public complaints against KESC on Monday

A large number of consumers, who are suffering due to the fresh moves of Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) for readjustment of sanctioned loads, removing 3rd meter and disconnection of electricity supply to industries having their own captive power p
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Eight warning letters issued against KSE brokers

Eight warning letters issued against KSE brokers

As a part of its mandate to regulate the capital markets and curb unfair market practices, the Securities Market Division of the SECP took enforcement actions against the market participants for non-compliance with the regulatory framework in the month of
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Malir, Lyari Development Authority bill deferred

Malir, Lyari Development Authority bill deferred

The ruling Pakistan People's Party (PPP) on Thursday deferred the restoration Malir and Lyari Development Authorities Bill despite the house discussed in detail during the Sindh Assembly session. With Speaker Nisar Khuhro in chair, the house in the absenc
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Australia supporting Pakistan in agriculture sector: Molloy

Australia supporting Pakistan in agriculture sector: Molloy

Acting Australian High Commissioner Paul Molloy on Thursday said that his country was working with Pakistan for the development of agriculture sector. He was addressing the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad scientists involved in various projects with
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
MQM stages walkout against continued unrest in metropolis

MQM stages walkout against continued unrest in metropolis

Provincial legislators of ruling coalition, Muttahida Qaumi Movement on Thursday staged a protest walkout against the continued unrest in the city during the Sindh Assembly session, while a lady lawmaker of Pakistan Muslim League Functional (PML-F) asked
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Eight including three political activists killed in Karachi

Eight including three political activists killed in Karachi

At least eight people including three political activists and a supporter of banned sectarian outfit were killed while many others injured in firing incidents in the metropolis here on Thursday, police said. A man was gunned down by unidentified armed per
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Watermelon helps reduce high blood pressure

Watermelon helps reduce high blood pressure

Watermelon helps in reducing the high blood pressure, as a substance extracted from watermelon seeds is alleged to have a definite action in dilating the blood vessels, which leads to lowering the blood pressure. The seeds, dried and roasted, should be ta
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
UN chief concerned over death threats to Asma Jahangir

UN chief concerned over death threats to Asma Jahangir

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Thursday voiced concern over the death threats to Asma Jahangir, a prominent human rights lawyer and a former UN human rights special rapporteur, and called for an investigation into threat.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Ephedrine scam: NAB dissociates itself from investigations

Ephedrine scam: NAB dissociates itself from investigations

Submitting written reply in response to a petition of senior politician Sheikh Rasheed regarding a thorough probe into Rs 7 billion scam of ephedrine chemical, National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has dissociated itself from the investigation of the matte
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Further cut in POL prices hinted at

Further cut in POL prices hinted at

Federal Secretary Finance Wajid Ali Rana here on Thursday hinted further reduction in petroleum products prices next fortnight, saying that the declining trend in crude oil rates in international market should be passed on to the consumers.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary''s absence

NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary''s absence

Resuming the hearing of Rs 5.34 billion National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) scam case, Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry observed that it was the duty of secretary commerce to register a case against Commerce Minister Amin Fahim for making an
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary's absence

NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary's absence

Resuming the hearing of Rs 5.34 billion National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) scam case, Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry observed that it was the duty of secretary commerce to register a case against Commerce Minister Amin Fahim for making an
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary's absence

NICL scam: CJP expresses anger over commerce secretary's absence

Resuming the hearing of Rs 5.34 billion National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) scam case, Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry observed that it was the duty of secretary commerce to register a case against Commerce Minister Amin Fahim for making an
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

In a move to curb unemployment, the Sindh government has allocated huge funds for salaries and other expenditures for creating around 22,000 new vacancies in various departments in the provincial budget for fiscal 2012-13, Business Recorder learnt
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

In a move to curb unemployment, the Sindh government has allocated huge funds for salaries and other expenditures for creating around 22,000 new vacancies in various departments in the provincial budget for fiscal 2012-13, Business Recorder learnt
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

In a move to curb unemployment, the Sindh government has allocated huge funds for salaries and other expenditures for creating around 22,000 new vacancies in various departments in the provincial budget for fiscal 2012-13, Business Recorder learnt
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

Sindh budget: funds set aside to create 22,000 new jobs

In a move to curb unemployment, the Sindh government has allocated huge funds for salaries and other expenditures for creating around 22,000 new vacancies in various departments in the provincial budget for fiscal 2012-13, Business Recorder learnt
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Finance Secretary Abdul Wajid Rana on Thursday said the government borrowing from banking system has exceeded the estimates for the current fiscal year largely because of non-materialisation of budgeted inflows on account of 3-G licenses, Coalition Suppor
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Finance Secretary Abdul Wajid Rana on Thursday said the government borrowing from banking system has exceeded the estimates for the current fiscal year largely because of non-materialisation of budgeted inflows on account of 3-G licenses, Coalition Suppor
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Government borrowing exceeded estimates for fiscal year 2012: Rana

Finance Secretary Abdul Wajid Rana on Thursday said the government borrowing from banking system has exceeded the estimates for the current fiscal year largely because of non-materialisation of budgeted inflows on account of 3-G licenses, Coalition Suppor
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Court told Kohistani girls alive

Court told Kohistani girls alive

A group of Pakistani women are alive and well after being sentenced to death for purportedly mingling with men and singing at a village wedding, the Supreme Court was told Thursday. A local cleric sentenced four women and two men to death after mobile pho
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Court told Kohistani girls alive

Court told Kohistani girls alive

A group of Pakistani women are alive and well after being sentenced to death for purportedly mingling with men and singing at a village wedding, the Supreme Court was told Thursday. A local cleric sentenced four women and two men to death after mobile pho
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (June 07, 2012) and the forecast for Friday (June 08, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China delivered a surprise interest rate cut on Thursday to combat faltering growth, underlining concern among policymakers world-wide that the euro area''s deepening crisis is threatening the health of the global economy.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China delivered a surprise interest rate cut on Thursday to combat faltering growth, underlining concern among policymakers world-wide that the euro area's deepening crisis is threatening the health of the global economy.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China cuts rates as global economic crisis deepens

China delivered a surprise interest rate cut on Thursday to combat faltering growth, underlining concern among policymakers world-wide that the euro area's deepening crisis is threatening the health of the global economy.
Published 08 Jun, 2012 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 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan to continue work for a terrorism-free world: Hina

Pakistan to continue work for a terrorism-free world: Hina

Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Thursday said the democratic government in Pakistan would continue to closely work with the international community to create a world free from bigotry, extremism and terrorism. She was addressing the Ministerial Meet
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan to continue work for a terrorism-free world: Hina

Pakistan to continue work for a terrorism-free world: Hina

Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Thursday said the democratic government in Pakistan would continue to closely work with the international community to create a world free from bigotry, extremism and terrorism. She was addressing the Ministerial Meet
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
CDNS launches two short-term saving products

CDNS launches two short-term saving products

After achieving the revised investment target of Rs 146 billion set for ongoing current fiscal year, the Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) Wednesday announced the launch of ''short-term saving certificates'' and ''student welfare bonds'' in J
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
CDNS launches two short-term saving products

CDNS launches two short-term saving products

After achieving the revised investment target of Rs 146 billion set for ongoing current fiscal year, the Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) Wednesday announced the launch of 'short-term saving certificates' and 'student welfare bonds' in July
Published 08 Jun, 2012 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 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
CDNS launches two short-term saving products

CDNS launches two short-term saving products

After achieving the revised investment target of Rs 146 billion set for ongoing current fiscal year, the Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) Wednesday announced the launch of 'short-term saving certificates' and 'student welfare bonds' in July
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

The euro zone debt crisis is the leading danger for the global economy and any worsening will likely lead to even weaker world growth, the United Nations said in a report on Thursday. "The euro area debt crisis remains the biggest threat to the world econ
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

The euro zone debt crisis is the leading danger for the global economy and any worsening will likely lead to even weaker world growth, the United Nations said in a report on Thursday. "The euro area debt crisis remains the biggest threat to the world econ
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

Eurozone crisis biggest risk to economy: UN

The euro zone debt crisis is the leading danger for the global economy and any worsening will likely lead to even weaker world growth, the United Nations said in a report on Thursday. "The euro area debt crisis remains the biggest threat to the world econ
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

The Federal Cabinet directed the Interior Ministry to consider allowing every household an arms licence in view of the current law and order situation. Official documents available with Business Recorder revealed that these directives were issued b
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar at Rs 95 in open market

THE RUPEE: dollar at Rs 95 in open market

The rupee touched the new record level at 95 against dollar in the open market on Thursday on higher demand for the greenback, dealers said. The rupee overcomes weakness in relation to dollar, gaining five paisa for buying and selling at 94.10 and 94.15,
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

The Federal Cabinet directed the Interior Ministry to consider allowing every household an arms licence in view of the current law and order situation. Official documents available with Business Recorder revealed that these directives were issued b
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar at Rs 95 in open market

THE RUPEE: dollar at Rs 95 in open market

The rupee touched the new record level at 95 against dollar in the open market on Thursday on higher demand for the greenback, dealers said. The rupee overcomes weakness in relation to dollar, gaining five paisa for buying and selling at 94.10 and 94.15,
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

Ministry told to consider relaxing arms licence rules

The Federal Cabinet directed the Interior Ministry to consider allowing every household an arms licence in view of the current law and order situation. Official documents available with Business Recorder revealed that these directives were issued b
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Rates of Debt Securities

Rates of Debt Securities

The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Siachen issue: India's CCS clears agenda for talks with Pakistan

Siachen issue: India's CCS clears agenda for talks with Pakistan

India's Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Thursday cleared agenda for talks with Pakistan on Siachen, to be held in Islamabad on 11th and 12th June. India is expected to stick to its stand on authentication of troop positions at Siachen at the upcomi
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Rates of Debt Securities

Rates of Debt Securities

The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Siachen issue: India's CCS clears agenda for talks with Pakistan

Siachen issue: India's CCS clears agenda for talks with Pakistan

India's Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Thursday cleared agenda for talks with Pakistan on Siachen, to be held in Islamabad on 11th and 12th June. India is expected to stick to its stand on authentication of troop positions at Siachen at the upcomi
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Rates of Debt Securities

Rates of Debt Securities

The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
FBR agrees to opposition''s two major proposals

FBR agrees to opposition''s two major proposals

The Federal Board of Revenue Chairman Mumtaz Haider Rizvi has agreed in principle to two major taxation proposals of the opposition to amend Income Tax Ordinance 2001 including introduction of tax difference of 5 percent between a private limited company
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
FBR agrees to opposition's two major proposals

FBR agrees to opposition's two major proposals

The Federal Board of Revenue Chairman Mumtaz Haider Rizvi has agreed in principle to two major taxation proposals of the opposition to amend Income Tax Ordinance 2001 including introduction of tax difference of 5 percent between a private limited company
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Member to Member

Member to Member

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Thursday (June 07, 2012).

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
FBR agrees to opposition's two major proposals

FBR agrees to opposition's two major proposals

The Federal Board of Revenue Chairman Mumtaz Haider Rizvi has agreed in principle to two major taxation proposals of the opposition to amend Income Tax Ordinance 2001 including introduction of tax difference of 5 percent between a private limited company
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Patience with Pakistan 'reaching limits': Panetta

Patience with Pakistan 'reaching limits': Panetta

The United States stepped up pressure on Pakistan Thursday as Defence Secretary Leon Panetta said "we are reaching the limits of our patience" with a nominal ally that continues to provide a safe haven to al Qaida-linked militants. It was the latest sign
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Patience with Pakistan 'reaching limits': Panetta

Patience with Pakistan 'reaching limits': Panetta

The United States stepped up pressure on Pakistan Thursday as Defence Secretary Leon Panetta said "we are reaching the limits of our patience" with a nominal ally that continues to provide a safe haven to al Qaida-linked militants. It was the latest sign
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Reopening of Nato supply routes: US senior official due soon

Reopening of Nato supply routes: US senior official due soon

The US is trying to break deadlocked talks with Pakistan over reopening a route for Nato troop supplies into Afghanistan - a deal that has proven elusive due to Islamabad's demands for more money and Washington's refusal to apologise for accidentally kill
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
Reopening of Nato supply routes: US senior official due soon

Reopening of Nato supply routes: US senior official due soon

The US is trying to break deadlocked talks with Pakistan over reopening a route for Nato troop supplies into Afghanistan - a deal that has proven elusive due to Islamabad's demands for more money and Washington's refusal to apologise for accidentally kill
Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 08 Jun, 2012 12:00am
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