AGL 38.02 Increased By ▲ 0.08 (0.21%)
AIRLINK 197.36 Increased By ▲ 3.45 (1.78%)
BOP 9.54 Increased By ▲ 0.22 (2.36%)
CNERGY 5.91 Increased By ▲ 0.07 (1.2%)
DCL 8.82 Increased By ▲ 0.14 (1.61%)
DFML 35.74 Decreased By ▼ -0.72 (-1.97%)
DGKC 96.86 Increased By ▲ 4.32 (4.67%)
FCCL 35.25 Increased By ▲ 1.28 (3.77%)
FFBL 88.94 Increased By ▲ 6.64 (8.07%)
FFL 13.17 Increased By ▲ 0.42 (3.29%)
HUBC 127.55 Increased By ▲ 6.94 (5.75%)
HUMNL 13.50 Decreased By ▼ -0.10 (-0.74%)
KEL 5.32 Increased By ▲ 0.10 (1.92%)
KOSM 7.00 Increased By ▲ 0.48 (7.36%)
MLCF 44.70 Increased By ▲ 2.59 (6.15%)
NBP 61.42 Increased By ▲ 1.61 (2.69%)
OGDC 214.67 Increased By ▲ 3.50 (1.66%)
PAEL 38.79 Increased By ▲ 1.21 (3.22%)
PIBTL 8.25 Increased By ▲ 0.18 (2.23%)
PPL 193.08 Increased By ▲ 2.76 (1.45%)
PRL 38.66 Increased By ▲ 0.49 (1.28%)
PTC 25.80 Increased By ▲ 2.35 (10.02%)
SEARL 103.60 Increased By ▲ 5.66 (5.78%)
TELE 8.30 Increased By ▲ 0.08 (0.97%)
TOMCL 35.00 Decreased By ▼ -0.03 (-0.09%)
TPLP 13.30 Decreased By ▼ -0.25 (-1.85%)
TREET 22.16 Decreased By ▼ -0.57 (-2.51%)
TRG 55.59 Increased By ▲ 2.72 (5.14%)
UNITY 32.97 Increased By ▲ 0.01 (0.03%)
WTL 1.60 Increased By ▲ 0.08 (5.26%)
BR100 11,727 Increased By 342.7 (3.01%)
BR30 36,377 Increased By 1165.1 (3.31%)
KSE100 109,513 Increased By 3238.2 (3.05%)
KSE30 34,513 Increased By 1160.1 (3.48%)
Dec 23, 2024 اردو ► PRINT EDITION ► BR MARKETS ► Dollar to PKR ►
Print - 2012-09-06
National Audit Plan: tax lawyer raises 10 major issues

National Audit Plan: tax lawyer raises 10 major issues

A top tax lawyer has raised 10 major issues in the proposed National Audit Plan (2012-13) of the Federal Board of Revenue with the suggestion of public disclosure of parameters for selection of audit cases for Tax Year 2011. After thoroughly examining the
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Fourth International children film festival from September 17

Fourth International children film festival from September 17

The fourth Lahore International Children's Film Festival (LICFF) will take place from 17-22 September at Ali Auditorium. Almost 86 films from 33 countries will be presented to celebrate some of the best films made for and by children and young people from
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
'Marble, granite quarries are being run on modern lines'

'Marble, granite quarries are being run on modern lines'

Pakistan Stone Development Company (Pasdec) has now introduced mechanised quarrying through state-of-the-art machinery to develop the marble and granite sector on modern lines. Chief Executive Officer of Pasdec, Ihsanullah Khan said that Pakistan is bless
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
ECP urged to initiate urgent electoral reforms

ECP urged to initiate urgent electoral reforms

Domestic and foreign human rights and non-governmental organisations on Wednesday urged the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to undertake urgent reforms for holding free, fair and transparent general elections, including the compilation of reliable a
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
PTCL holds service leadership workshop

PTCL holds service leadership workshop

Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) recently held a one-day service leadership workshop on 'Building an Uplifting Service Culture'. The training session was delivered by world-renowned trainer and leading educator Ron Kaufman, who is an exp
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Work on Hazara Expressway to begin in December: minister

Work on Hazara Expressway to begin in December: minister

Federal Minister for Communications Dr Arbab Alamgir Khan has said that work on Hazara Expressway (E-35) will start in December this year, while the work on Lowari Tunnel will begin next week. He said this while briefing the members of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Special function to be held at Governor's House

Special function to be held at Governor's House

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor, Barrister Masood Kausar has arranged a prestigious function to observe Defence Day of Pakistan; the 6th September at Governors House, Peshawar on Thursday. According to a press release, children of the martyrs and IDPs in
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Fata to renew pledge to defend country at all costs

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Fata to renew pledge to defend country at all costs

All arrangements have been completed to celebrate the 47th Defence Day of Pakistan with national spirit and enthusiasm in the Khyber Pakthunkhwa and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (Fata) on Thursday with a renewed pledge to make defence of the mother
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Once again we need the spirit of 1965: PAF Chief

Once again we need the spirit of 1965: PAF Chief

Air Chief Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt, NI (M), TBT Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force conveyed message on Defence Day of Pakistan - 2012, on Wednesday. In his message, he said that the Defence Day of Pakistan rekindles the memories of valiant heroe
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Prime Minister reiterates pledge to safeguard independence, integrity

Prime Minister reiterates pledge to safeguard independence, integrity

Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that nation need the same zeal and commitment today as it exhibited in the 1965 war to defeat the forces of terrorism, extremism and sectarianism. "I am proud that our valiant armed forces are fighting against th
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Cargill group leaders visit PBIT

Cargill group leaders visit PBIT

A four member delegation of Cargill Asia Pacific group headed by President and Regional Director Bram Klaeijsen met with Chief Executive Officer Punjab Board of Investment and Trade (PBIT) Habib-ur-Rehman Gilani and PBIT team. The members of delegations w
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Minister deprived of valuables by servants

Minister deprived of valuables by servants

The house servants stole cash and gold jewellery worth rupees two million from the house of Federal Minister for Education and Training, Sheikh Waqas Akram. According to police, the maids- Khadeja, Sadaf, Shahnaz Mubeen Bibi, Khursheed Bibi and Waseem- st
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
ECP urged to freeze BISP funds

ECP urged to freeze BISP funds

Pakistan Muslim League-N Azad Kashmir has demanded the blockage of Rs 150 billion of Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and urged upon the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to freeze this huge amount for ensuring fair and impartial upcoming elect
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
No one will be allowed to challenge Pakistan's existence: President

No one will be allowed to challenge Pakistan's existence: President

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the dark forces of extremism, militancy and sectarianism are posing a serious challenge to the integrity of the nation, but no one will be allowed to endanger its existence. The President, in a message on the Defen
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Exam forms date

Exam forms date

The Controller of Examinations Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences Jamshoro on Wednesday informed that last date for submission of examination forms for various degree and diploma courses for postgraduate October examinations 2012 has been f
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Lecture on 'Vision for the Future' organised

Lecture on 'Vision for the Future' organised

While addressing the students of final year MBBS/BDS at a lecture on "Vision for the Future" the Vice-Chancellor Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences Jamshoro, Professor Mashoor Alam Shah expressed.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
APNS condemns killing of Azmi, son

APNS condemns killing of Azmi, son

The APNS has strongly condemned the murder of Mukhtar Azmi and his son Baqar Azmi in an incident of a targeted killing on Wednesday evening by unknown assailants. Azmi was a veteran advertising practitioner and proprietor of MAZ Advertising. He had worked
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Proposed SLGO 2012: Coalition partners discuss views and suggestions

Proposed SLGO 2012: Coalition partners discuss views and suggestions

The coalition partners of provincial government viz PML (F), ANP and PML (Q) were on Wednesday taken on board and their viewpoints, proposals and suggestions with regard to draft of Sindh Local Government Ordinance (SLGO) 2012 were discussed in detail by
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Students from tribal areas hold demonstration against drone attacks

Students from tribal areas hold demonstration against drone attacks

Students hailing from different tribal agencies staged a protest demonstration here outside press club on Wednesday against the drone attacks, demanding of the government to immediate halt the Nato supply to Afghanistan otherwise the tribesmen will start
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Two boys drown

Two boys drown

Two young boys identified as Zeeshan Ahmed drowned while swimming in river Indus near Sehrish Nagar area here on Wednesday. The boys were enjoying the rainfall along with other friends when they suddenly went missing while swimming. The local divers began
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
98 illegal Afghan nationals held in Chaman

98 illegal Afghan nationals held in Chaman

Law enforcement personnel on Wednesday arrested at least 98 Afghan nationals under Foreigners Act at Gadang check post area of Chaman. According to LEA sources, these Afghan nationals had entered in the country illegally and could not show their travellin
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Three children killed in roof collapse

Three children killed in roof collapse

At least three children were killed on Wednesday when roof of a dilapidated house caved in during rains here in the limits of Ramna Police Station. A police official said that Kaneez Fatima, 13, daughter of Muhammad Iqbal, Zahid Abbas, 6, son of Riaz and
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Iran deports 30 Pakistanis

Iran deports 30 Pakistanis

Iranian security officials handed over 30 Pak nationals to Pakistani officials on Taftan border. Levies force said here on Wednesday that Iranian security had arrested these Pakistani workers because they were living in Iran despite expiry of their visa.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Licences introduced for fishermen

Licences introduced for fishermen

The Deputy Director Fisheries Hyderabad has disclosed that Government of Sindh has abolished the lease/contract system from the public water areas and introduced licenses for fishermen in whole Sindh province.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Hoagland announces $4 million grants for researchers

Hoagland announces $4 million grants for researchers

US Charge d' Affaires Ambassador Richard Hoagland announced $4 million grants for Pakistani and American researchers to collaborate in projects on science and technology during the launching ceremony of Phase-V of Pakistan United States Sciences & Technol
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
US$1 will be equal to PKR123 by 2021: ADB

US$1 will be equal to PKR123 by 2021: ADB

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected the Pakistani currency to depreciate relative to the US dollar over the next decade with exchange rate of $85.3 in 2011 to $123.19 in 2021. ADB in one of its recent working paper titled 'Asean and Global Rice
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
SMEs offer huge opportunity to banks: Tiwana

SMEs offer huge opportunity to banks: Tiwana

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) offer a huge opportunity for commercial banks to expand their secure lendings, as the recovery rate from SMEs is the highest in the industry. Addressing 6th SME conference organised by Shamrock Communications here on We
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Precious Japanese stamps displayed at CG of Japan

Precious Japanese stamps displayed at CG of Japan

On the occasion of 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Pakistan, precious Japanese and Pakistani stamps were displayed at the entrance of the Consulate General of Japan. Those stamps are part of collection of Arif Balgamwala, Presid
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Mahar brothers join PPP

Mahar brothers join PPP

The Mahar brothers of Ghotki on Wednesday joined Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) at a press conference with PPP MNA Faryal Talpur at the Gohar Palace in Khangarh on Wednesday. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah and Federal Minister for Religious Affairs
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
MCC launches automated system 'WeBOC'

MCC launches automated system 'WeBOC'

Model Customs Collectorate (MCC exports), Karachi, has launched automated system 'WeBOC' for processing exports operations at East and West wharves on Wednesday.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Supply of sugar to TCP: two mills fail to meet PSQCA standards

Supply of sugar to TCP: two mills fail to meet PSQCA standards

Quality testing reports of two sugar mills, selected for supply of sugar to Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP), have been found non-conforming to PSQCA standards. Sources told Business Recorder on Wednesday that two mills have been unable to mee
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Couple gunned down in court

Couple gunned down in court

A couple was gunned down in District Courts in Cantonment police limits on Wednesday. According to details Muhammad Nasir resident of Hadali District Khushab along with his beloved Yasmin came to Sargodha courts in a car for arranging court marriage this
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Power outages criticised

Power outages criticised

Wednesday proved a bit more terrible, as power failure prolonged to almost eight hours in some areas of the city. Power outages amidst heavy rain humid weather kept on trying the consumers at large, cursing the circles concerned with no clue as when their
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Increase in POL prices: LHC issues notices to federal government, Ogra

Increase in POL prices: LHC issues notices to federal government, Ogra

The Lahore High Court here on Wednesday issued notices to Federal government and Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) for September 27 on a plea challenging the fresh increase in prices of petroleum products. Chairman Judicial Activism Panel Azhar Siddiq
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Ulema urged to create awareness about dengue

Ulema urged to create awareness about dengue

Minister Auqaf Punjab Haji Ehsanuddin Qureshi has said that Ulema have deep respect among the masses, therefore, they should communicate protective steps regarding dengue virus to the public in their individual as well as collective contacts. While talkin
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
SMIU to begin admission process from September 17

SMIU to begin admission process from September 17

The newly established Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), which has also got recognition from the Higher Education Commission (HEC), will start admission process for its very first batch (2012-2013) from September 17, 2012. Initially SMIU will offe
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Banks asked to promote SMEs through prudent solutions

Banks asked to promote SMEs through prudent solutions

Kazi Abdul Muktadir, Deputy Governor, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday stressed upon banks to promote Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through prudent banking solutions.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Special programmes on Defence Day

Special programmes on Defence Day

All necessary arrangements have been finalised for celebrating Defence Day of Pakistan with national spirit and usual enthusiasm in Sialkot district on September 6th. The daylong programmes would be started with special prayers for the unity, prosperity a
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Jamaat-i-Islami wants early general election

Jamaat-i-Islami wants early general election

Ameer, Jamaat-i-Islami, Pakistan, Syed Munawar Hassan, has said that an immediate announcement of an agreed interim set up to hold general elections is vital for controlling the worsening situation in Balochistan, Sindh and other parts of the country. He
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
AFP urges government to fix minimum procurement price of rice

AFP urges government to fix minimum procurement price of rice

Agriculture Forum Pakistan (AFP) Chairman Muhammad Ibrahim Mughal has urged the government to immediately fix the minimum procurement price of basmati paddy at Rs 2000 per maund and non-basmati at Rs 1200 per maund to get maximum production which could me
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Irsa stores 10MAF of water in reservoirs

Irsa stores 10MAF of water in reservoirs

The Indus River System Authority (Irsa) has managed to store 10 million acre feet (MAF) water in the three reservoirs, Tarbela, Mangla and Chashma till 5th September after two good spells of rains in the upper regions of the country during past two weeks,
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Purchase of diesel buses: LHC turns down Punjab government's plea

Purchase of diesel buses: LHC turns down Punjab government's plea

The Lahore High Court on Wednesday turned down a Punjab government's plea to vacate the stay order issued against opening bids for purchase of 1200 Euro II compliant diesel buses. A law officer representing the government argued that the fuel (Euro II com
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Fesco chalks out expansion plan

Fesco chalks out expansion plan

Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) has chalked out a plan to expand FESCO Transformer Reclamation Workshop (TRW) to ensure immediate repair of the defective and burnt distribution transformers, Said Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Engineer Iftikhar
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
PPP Punjab leadership employs innovative methods to register protest

PPP Punjab leadership employs innovative methods to register protest

Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) Punjab leadership made an innovative move of highlighting the political victimisation by the Punjab government. The deputy Opposition Leader in the Punjab Assembly Shaukat Basra along with the Opposition Leader Raja Riaz arri
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
UAF to set up a bio-monitoring cell

UAF to set up a bio-monitoring cell

University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) is going to set up a bio monitoring cell for the certification of Bt Cotton efficiency at Center of Agricultural Biochemistry and Biotechnology (CABB, UAF) thereby to enable the growers sow best quality of the se
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Wedding at military bases

Wedding at military bases

Recently terrorists attacked on Kamra Air Base at Attock and damaged costly aircraft and properties and human lives. It was sad occasion as terrorists tried to damage Pakistani properties and assets.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Greeks will not accept a six-day working week

Greeks will not accept a six-day working week

Like many single mothers, Yianoula Bekiari, 38, scrounged for baby sitters and leaned on her parents to help raise her two young children while working as an eye doctor. Left with only the weekend to catch up on grocery shopping, cleaning and playing with
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Evolving global system of financial scrutiny and taxation

Evolving global system of financial scrutiny and taxation

The forces of 'globalization' have had a profound impact on the world's leading economies. Today, the leading countries of Asia know this lesson well, and North America and Europe are rapidly feeling the effects of the difficulties faced by Asian economie
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
VIEW POINT: Government shirking its responsibility

VIEW POINT: Government shirking its responsibility

One of the recurring themes in the accounts of this government's defenders is that the judiciary frequently crosses limits to assume the role of the executive. That though has been happening in cases directly related to cases pending before the apex court
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Fun-n-food rallies

Fun-n-food rallies

The very people of Pakistan that the political parties never tire of describing as 'ultimate sovereigns' are being increasingly projected as an impatient, uncontrollable mob - much of it courtesy the food handouts at public rallies. Not that it is an enti
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Tightening terrorism financing laws

Tightening terrorism financing laws

International community will brook no flow of funds for financing of terrorist activities. According to reliable sources, Pakistan government after making some efforts which were not fully acceptable to the concerned watchdog abroad, has finally decided t
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
HP wins court ruling in Itanium litigation

HP wins court ruling in Itanium litigation

The tech giant HP issued a statement in response to Wednesday's proposed ruling in the ongoing litigation with Oracle relating to the Intel Itanium platform: "Today's proposed ruling is a tremendous win for HP and its customers.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Positive aspects of Window Takaful highlighted

Positive aspects of Window Takaful highlighted

Chairman United International Group of Companies Mian M A Shahid has said, "The Window Takaful" will prove a breath of fresh air in the world of insurance and hoped insurance companies will be able to make variety in their products through the implementat
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Positive aspects of Window Takaful highlighted

Positive aspects of Window Takaful highlighted

Chairman United International Group of Companies Mian M A Shahid has said, "The Window Takaful" will prove a breath of fresh air in the world of insurance and hoped insurance companies will be able to make variety in their products through the implementat
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan supports Afghanistan peace initiatives: Khar

Pakistan supports Afghanistan peace initiatives: Khar

Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Wednesday said that Pakistan was supporting international and regional initiatives for peace and reconciliation process in Afghanistan, besides making sincere efforts to improve bilateral ties with the neighbouring co
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
'Pakistan Power 100' to be launched on September 29

'Pakistan Power 100' to be launched on September 29

Carter-Anderson, the publishers and editors of the Global Power 100 has announced the launch of the Pakistan Power 100, a unique ranking of the most influential and successful Pakistanis globally. The launch of the Pakistan Power 100 will take place at a
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Leather garments' export decreases in two years

Leather garments' export decreases in two years

The export of leather garments has decreased from 369.3 million dollars to 306.7 million dollars during last two financial years due to smuggling of animals to neighbouring countries. Minister of State for Commerce Abbas Ahmed Afridi Wednesday told the Na
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
As on August 29, 2012: wheat stock stood at 8.543 million tons, ECC told

As on August 29, 2012: wheat stock stood at 8.543 million tons, ECC told

The Ministry of Finance has reportedly informed the Economic Co-ordination Committee of the Cabinet that total wheat stock in the country on August 29, 2012 stood at 8.543 million tons, showing a slight decrease by 0.443 million tons over 8.976 million to
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Sanofi Aventis - Pakistan

Sanofi Aventis - Pakistan

The group is a global leader in healthcare, research and development and is well known for its regional approach to business operations. In the pharmaceutical industry it is known as a global leader. In Pakistan it is the fifth largest pharmaceutical comp
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Sanofi Aventis - Pakistan

Sanofi Aventis - Pakistan

The group is a global leader in healthcare, research and development and is well known for its regional approach to business operations. In the pharmaceutical industry it is known as a global leader. In Pakistan it is the fifth largest pharmaceutical comp
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Monsoon rains: commissioners, DCs put on high alert

Monsoon rains: commissioners, DCs put on high alert

Sindh government on Wednesday issued directives to concerned Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners to remain on high alert and take immediate measures to avoid huge physical and financial losses in the wake of rains, Business Recorder has learnt.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Amount of endowment fund has been doubled: minister

Amount of endowment fund has been doubled: minister

Senior Minister Sindh for Education and Literacy Pir Mazhar-ul-Haq has said that as per the directions of President Asif Zardari, the total amount of endowment fund has been doubled. This was stated while he was addressing a high-level meeting of Endowmen
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
FWO have to pay Rs 5.75 billion to NHA, Senate told

FWO have to pay Rs 5.75 billion to NHA, Senate told

The Senate was informed on Wednesday that Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) is to pay Rs 5.75 billion to National Highway Authority (NHA), it has been withholding the amount since 2009 on the pretext of outstanding payments. In a written reply, Minister f
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Military coups condemned by Senate

Military coups condemned by Senate

All the military coups in the history of the country were condemned in strongest possible terms by the Upper House of Parliament on the eve of defence day. Senators came hard on the military establishment, terming it a 'white elephant', when a report of S
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Newly-married woman electrocuted

Newly-married woman electrocuted

A 25-year-old woman was electrocuted while washing cloths in her house in Hijrat Colony, police said on Wednesday. The victim was identified as Tasneem, wife of Ghulam Ahmad. According to police, the woman received severe electric shocks just as she switc
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
FBR's clarification

FBR's clarification

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) said on Wednesday that for the purpose of assessment of motor vehicles, the age of used/second hand motor vehicles imported under Personal Baggage, Gift and Transfer of Residence schemes is to be determined from the Janu
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Absorption in government departments: hearing adjourned indefinitely

Absorption in government departments: hearing adjourned indefinitely

Supreme Court of Pakistan Wednesday adjourned the hearing of a suo motu case against absorptions after Secretary Services & General Administration Department told the court that the Sindh Governor had promulgated an ordinance giving a legal cover to such
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
NTC (Amendment) Act introduced in National Assembly

NTC (Amendment) Act introduced in National Assembly

The government Wednesday introduced "The National Tariff Commission (Amendment), Act, 2012" delegating the powers of commission to any of its two members to carry out the laid down functions of the institution. The Bill was introduced by State Minister fo
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Massive power failures hit industrial production

Massive power failures hit industrial production

Massive power failures following heavy rains Wednesday badly affected the industrial production in many trading estates in the city. Industrial activity in North Karachi was completely paralysed whereas in Site industrial area the activity fell to 50 perc
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Date extended

Date extended

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) here on Wednesday further extended the date of filing of Sales Tax and Federal Excise returns upto September 10, 2012 for the tax period July 2012. In this regard FBR has issued instructions to the field formations.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
OGDCL discovers a new hydrocarbon in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

OGDCL discovers a new hydrocarbon in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has discovered a new hydrocarbon bearing horizon from its appraisal well Nashpa-3, located in District Karak, KP province. The structure of well Nashpa-3 was delineated, evaluated, drilled and tested utilisi
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Dual office: President's principal secretary issued notice

Dual office: President's principal secretary issued notice

The Lahore High Court on Wednesday issued notice to Principal Secretary of President of Pakistan for arranging former's representation in the proceedings before the court in a petition against his dual office and use of Presidency for his party purposes.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Wednesday (September 05, 2012) and the forecast for Thursday (September 06, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Dual office: President's principal secretary issued notice

Dual office: President's principal secretary issued notice

The Lahore High Court on Wednesday issued notice to Principal Secretary of President of Pakistan for arranging former's representation in the proceedings before the court in a petition against his dual office and use of Presidency for his party purposes.
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Monday official prices.

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
CDWP to approve three projects today

CDWP to approve three projects today

A special meeting of Central Development Working Party (CDWP) would be held today (Thursday) under the direction of Prime Minister Raja Parvez Ashraf for approval of three projects worth Rs 18.72 billion for his constituency Tehsil Gujar Khan, it is learn
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Monday official prices.

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
CDWP to approve three projects today

CDWP to approve three projects today

A special meeting of Central Development Working Party (CDWP) would be held today (Thursday) under the direction of Prime Minister Raja Parvez Ashraf for approval of three projects worth Rs 18.72 billion for his constituency Tehsil Gujar Khan, it is learn
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday (September 05, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
CDWP to approve three projects today

CDWP to approve three projects today

A special meeting of Central Development Working Party (CDWP) would be held today (Thursday) under the direction of Prime Minister Raja Parvez Ashraf for approval of three projects worth Rs 18.72 billion for his constituency Tehsil Gujar Khan, it is learn
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Wednesday (September 05, 2012) and for Thursday (September 06, 2012).
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (September 05, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Wednesday (September 05, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
34 dead in Indian fireworks factory blaze

34 dead in Indian fireworks factory blaze

A blaze at a fireworks factory in southern India that triggered a mass explosion of firecrackers left at least 34 people dead and 60 injured on Wednesday, police said. "Bodies have been burnt beyond recognition and we are still trying to trace the family
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (September 05, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
34 dead in Indian fireworks factory blaze

34 dead in Indian fireworks factory blaze

A blaze at a fireworks factory in southern India that triggered a mass explosion of firecrackers left at least 34 people dead and 60 injured on Wednesday, police said. "Bodies have been burnt beyond recognition and we are still trying to trace the family
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (September 05, 2012).

Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan record easy win over Australia

Pakistan record easy win over Australia

Pakistan's spinners Mohammad Hafeez, Saeed Ajmal and Raza Hasan bowled Australia out for just 89 to set up an easy seven-wicket win in the first Twenty20 international here on Wednesday. Ajmal (2-13), Hasan (2-15) and skipper Hafeez (2-24) shook the Austr
Published 06 Sep, 2012 12:00am
Previous Day