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Print - 2012-10-14
Malala's struggle symbolises equal right of girls' education: Sherry

Malala's struggle symbolises equal right of girls' education: Sherry

Pakistani's Ambassador to the United States Sherry Rehman said that Malala Yousafzai's struggle for equal access of education symbolises resonance of all girls of the country who are denied right to education by Taliban. She said Malala is a brave girl wh
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Hundreds of students protest

Hundreds of students protest

Hundreds of students under the banner of Balochistan Private School Foundation (BPSF) on Saturday staged a protest demonstration outside Quetta Press Club against the brutal attack on peace activists Malala Yousufzai and other girls in Swat district. The
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Political polarisation intensifies

Political polarisation intensifies

Polarisation between political parties intensified as public outrage continued to pour out against the attack on 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai. The PPP targeted Imran Khan for suggesting the government should engage in talks with Taliban, the killers of yo
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Strike observed in Lahore

Strike observed in Lahore

The legal fraternity observed strike here in the provincial capital to condemn attack Malala Yousufzai in Swat. The lawyers boycotted the courts and cases were postponed. The lawyers wearing black bands showed concern over the attack and expressed support
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Lawyers protest attack

Lawyers protest attack

More than 11,000 lawyers of Southern Punjab protesting against the heinous attack on Swat's brave girl Malala Yousufzai observed the strike on Saturday. All judicial businesses came to a halt in Multan, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rahimyarkhan, Khanewal,
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
President inquires about Shazia, Kaainat

President inquires about Shazia, Kaainat

President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday asked the concerned government authorities to provide free medical care to the other two students injured in the attack on Malala Yousufzai. Spokesperson to President, Senator Farhatullah Babar said that the Presiden
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Attack on Malala is assault on nation: Shahbaz

Attack on Malala is assault on nation: Shahbaz

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that the attack on the life of Malala Yousafzai was an attack on the whole nation. He prayed to Allah Almighty for Malala's early recovery. The Chief Minister said that he had met Malala Yousafzai's father in
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Two former MNAs join PML-N

Two former MNAs join PML-N

Former MNA Mazhar Abbas Raan and Fayyaz Khan Bosan belonging to Multan called on the Punjab Chief Minister, Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif here on Saturday. While expressing their confidence in the leadership of President Pakistan Muslim League-N Mian Muhammad N
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
ROZEE.PK holds Punjab Job Fair 2012

ROZEE.PK holds Punjab Job Fair 2012

ROZEE.PK, Pakistan's leading online recruitment platform, in collaboration with Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) organised the "Punjab Job Fair 2012" here at the Expo Centre on Saturday. The fair was held as part of the Punjab Youth Festival 201
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Sparc group seeks recommendations on curbing child labour

Sparc group seeks recommendations on curbing child labour

Sparc carried a focus group discussion with 30 stakeholders from Labour Department, Labour Union, Social Security Department, Education & Health Department, civil society organisations, journalists, religious and political leaders in Hyderabad.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
FBR transfers & postings

FBR transfers & postings

The Federal Board or Revenue has transferred and posted 19 officials of Inland Revenue Services (BS 16-21) with immediate effect. In this regard, the FBR has issued a notification here on Saturday.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Nawaz terms overseas Pakistanis asset for country

Nawaz terms overseas Pakistanis asset for country

Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) President and former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has said the overseas Pakistanis are an asset for Pakistan and their valuable contributions towards nation building process are highly appreciable.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
New POL price mechanism: MCCI welcomes resolution of parliament

New POL price mechanism: MCCI welcomes resolution of parliament

President of Multan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) Muhammad Khan Saddozai hailed and endorsed the resolution of the Parliament on prices of petroleum products on monthly basis describing it a good step. In a statement issued here on Saturday, Saddo
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Punjab government approves Metro bus transit system

Punjab government approves Metro bus transit system

The Punjab government has approved the transport sector scheme with an estimated cost of Rs 3156.632 million for "Construction of Metro Bus Transit System for Lahore-Ferozepur Road Corridor, Erection of Escalators and Platform Screen Doors at MTS Stations
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Reap team meets KESC's top management

Reap team meets KESC's top management

A delegation of Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (Reap), led by Reap Chairman Jawed Ali Ghori, had a meeting with top management of Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) to apprise them of various power related issues being faced by the rice export
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Registrar's issue: Azad to meet CJP next week

Registrar's issue: Azad to meet CJP next week

President Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) Yasin Azad will take up the matter relating to Supreme Court Registrar's appearance before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) during his meeting with Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry next week.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Ejaz Rahim's book gets PAL award

Ejaz Rahim's book gets PAL award

Ejaz Rahim, noted poet, former federal minister, former federal cabinet secretary and Chief Secretary Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KPK's) latest book "Safwat Ghayoor & Other Poems" on Saturday awarded with 2010 Pitras Bukhari Award by the Pakistan Academy of Lette
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Altaf condemns blast

Altaf condemns blast

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Chief Altaf Hussain has strongly condemned the explosion at Peace Committee (Lashker) office in the main Dara Adam Khel Baazar. He expressed his grief and sorrow over deaths of several persons in the deadly blast in which ma
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
President, Prime Minister condemn blast in Darra Adam Khail

President, Prime Minister condemn blast in Darra Adam Khail

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf on Saturday strongly condemned the blast in Dara Adam Khail resulting in death of several innocent people and injuries to many others. President Zardari in his condolence message said that t
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Pakistan awarded shield for efforts towards environment protection

Pakistan awarded shield for efforts towards environment protection

Pakistan has been awarded shield in appreciation for its outstanding efforts taken for environment protection and rehabilitation and protection of ozone layer. Federal Climate Change Minister Rana Muhammad Farooq Saeed Khan on Saturday received the shield
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Timber traders wary of government's 'weak' economic policies

Timber traders wary of government's 'weak' economic policies

Timber merchants blamed the government for devising weak economic policies, fearing that allowing India to transit goods to Afghanistan would negatively affect the national economy. Talking to Business Recorder on Saturday, timber traders criticise
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
'Diehard' irrigation department: over 2,000 tubewells out of order

'Diehard' irrigation department: over 2,000 tubewells out of order

More than 2,000 tubewells out of total 5,600 installed, have gone out of order, Business Recorder learnt here on Saturday. Well-informed sources at the SCARP Division of Irrigation Department told BR that overall some 5,600 tubewells with varying d
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Artificial jewellery markets witness boom

Artificial jewellery markets witness boom

The artificial jewellery markets in Pakistan are witnessing a boom. It is becoming more attractive for women with low cost and variety of designs and colours. The record increase in gold prices has led to a slump in the sale of jewellery so much so that e
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Targeted operation in Lyari: LEAs recover eight abducted men; dozen held

Targeted operation in Lyari: LEAs recover eight abducted men; dozen held

Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) on Saturday claimed to have apprehended at least a dozen suspects affiliated with Lyari gang war and recovered eight abducted men in a targeted operation in Lyari area. A spokesman said that heavy contingent of LEAs on a tip
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
12th October's step was natural and right: Musharraf

12th October's step was natural and right: Musharraf

General Pervez Musharraf (Retd), Chief of APML said that 12th October's step taken by him was natural and right. People were crying due to bad-governance, country was going to be defaulted. If Nawaz Sharif would have chosen constitutional way to replace A
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Ten persons killed in Karachi violence

Ten persons killed in Karachi violence

At least ten persons were killed in different firing incidents in Karachi on Saturday, police said. Police reported finding four bodies bearing torture marks in Lyari and adjoining areas. According to police, two men were found dead from the Dockyard Road
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
White-cane Safety Day tomorrow

White-cane Safety Day tomorrow

White-cane Safety Day will be observed through out the country on October 15 (Monday) with commitment. Lions Club International district 305 (Pakistan) has chalked out an elaborate programme to observe the Day that includes walk, debate, national songs an
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Seminar on psychological disorders among youth

Seminar on psychological disorders among youth

Research has shown that a profound lack of proper guidance and counselling of youth is the prime reason behind the rising incidence of psychological disorders among this very important segment of society. These remarks were made by Dr Ajmal Kazmi, Medical
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Fishermen refuse to comply with new laws

Fishermen refuse to comply with new laws

Local fishermen have refused to comply with the government's new laws to install fishing nets to their boats with mesh size of 5.5 centimetres, as the official deadline will end on October 31. After the deadline expiration, Karachi Fish Harbour Authority
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Japan to extend $903.48 million for five projects

Japan to extend $903.48 million for five projects

Japan has decided to extend financial assistance of 93.48 million dollars to Pakistan for five projects including 65 million dollars loan assistance for polio eradication.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa information sector: DFID offers investment

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa information sector: DFID offers investment

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information, Mian Iftikhar Hussein has extended all-out support to the Department for International Development (DFID) UK on behalf of the provincial government and different sectors in KP as well as Fata adding that help f
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
UN chief lauds Pakistan's support for world peace, security

UN chief lauds Pakistan's support for world peace, security

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has lauded Pakistan's role at the United Nations and its support to the organisation's efforts to promote regional and international peace and security. The UN chief made that statement at a meeting that took place after Paki
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
First 'National Voters Day' on October 17

First 'National Voters Day' on October 17

'National Voters Day' preparation was given finishing touches in a meeting held here on Saturday with Acting Secretary, Muhammad Afzal Khan in the chair. Senior officers, representatives of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), International Founda
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Street crimes in Islamabad on the rise

Street crimes in Islamabad on the rise

A strong sense of insecurity prevails among the citizens, as the Capital police have completely failed to track down different robbers' gangs active in the Federal Capital and openly looting the people who draw cash from banks as well as enter houses in b
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Zardari for using global standards

Zardari for using global standards

President Asif Ali Zardari said that standards have been developed to increase efficiency and reduce costs, and the international community has developed state-of-the-art standards for the optimal use of human and material resources.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Hoti launches VIP helicopter flight service

Hoti launches VIP helicopter flight service

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ameer Haider Khan Hoti on Saturday inaugurated VIP helicopter flight at Peshawar Aviation Base. The ceremony among others was also attended by Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ghulam Dastagir Akhtar, Secretary Adminis
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Government urged to invest in ARE projects

Government urged to invest in ARE projects

To resolve energy crisis in the long run, the government should also invest in Alternate Renewable Energy (ARE) projects. This was the crux of the first day of the second international exhibition on Alternative Energy and Energy Efficiency arranged by Ren
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Hollande speaks out on rights, conflict at Francophone summit

Hollande speaks out on rights, conflict at Francophone summit

France's President Francois Hollande stressed human rights and the need to end the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as leaders of French-speaking nations met for a summit on Saturday. Only some 15 heads of state of the Francophonie organis
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Hollande speaks out on rights, conflict at Francophone summit

Hollande speaks out on rights, conflict at Francophone summit

France's President Francois Hollande stressed human rights and the need to end the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as leaders of French-speaking nations met for a summit on Saturday. Only some 15 heads of state of the Francophonie organis
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Two Isaf members among nine killed in Afghan attacks

Two Isaf members among nine killed in Afghan attacks

A suicide attack and bomb blasts killed at least nine people in Afghanistan including two coalition forces members in southern Kandahar province, ISAF and local officials said Saturday. A suicide bomber targeted a group of foreign soldiers and Afghan inte
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Two Isaf members among nine killed in Afghan attacks

Two Isaf members among nine killed in Afghan attacks

A suicide attack and bomb blasts killed at least nine people in Afghanistan including two coalition forces members in southern Kandahar province, ISAF and local officials said Saturday. A suicide bomber targeted a group of foreign soldiers and Afghan inte
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

The prices of essential kitchen items witnessed a mixed trend as some registered a slight increase or decrease while others remained unchanged during the week past as compared to the preceding week, revealed a survey conducted by Business Recorder.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

The prices of essential kitchen items witnessed a mixed trend as some registered a slight increase or decrease while others remained unchanged during the week past as compared to the preceding week, revealed a survey conducted by Business Recorder.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

Prices of essential kitchen items show mixed trend

The prices of essential kitchen items witnessed a mixed trend as some registered a slight increase or decrease while others remained unchanged during the week past as compared to the preceding week, revealed a survey conducted by Business Recorder.
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Egypt state prosecutor to stay after Morsi agreement

Egypt state prosecutor to stay after Morsi agreement

Egypt's state prosecutor Abdel Meguid Mahmud and President Mohamed Morsi agreed on Saturday that Mahmud will stay, ending a crisis over his refusal to quit after being dismissed, an aide to the prosecutor said. State television reported that the two met a
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Egypt state prosecutor to stay after Morsi agreement

Egypt state prosecutor to stay after Morsi agreement

Egypt's state prosecutor Abdel Meguid Mahmud and President Mohamed Morsi agreed on Saturday that Mahmud will stay, ending a crisis over his refusal to quit after being dismissed, an aide to the prosecutor said. State television reported that the two met a
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Fiery Biden sets stage for Obama recovery attempt

Fiery Biden sets stage for Obama recovery attempt

Joe Biden's spirited performance in the vice presidential debate had Republicans criticising him on Friday for snide grins and a comment on Libya, but it set the stage for President Barack Obama to try to regain his footing in a rematch with challenger Mi
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Fiery Biden sets stage for Obama recovery attempt

Fiery Biden sets stage for Obama recovery attempt

Joe Biden's spirited performance in the vice presidential debate had Republicans criticising him on Friday for snide grins and a comment on Libya, but it set the stage for President Barack Obama to try to regain his footing in a rematch with challenger Mi
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Soyuz rocket deploys two Galileo satellites

Soyuz rocket deploys two Galileo satellites

A Russian-made Soyuz rocket blasted off from French Guiana on Friday and placed in orbit two satellites for Europe's Galileo global position system, space officials said. It was the third time that Soyuz, which first flew in 1966 and traces its roots back
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Soyuz rocket deploys two Galileo satellites

Soyuz rocket deploys two Galileo satellites

A Russian-made Soyuz rocket blasted off from French Guiana on Friday and placed in orbit two satellites for Europe's Galileo global position system, space officials said. It was the third time that Soyuz, which first flew in 1966 and traces its roots back
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Anti-Islam film: Zawahiri urges more protests

Anti-Islam film: Zawahiri urges more protests

Al Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri urged Muslims to keep up their protests against an anti-Islam film produced in the United States, in a speech published on jihadist forums on Saturday. In the seven-minute audio, Zawahiri hailed "the honourable people... w
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Anti-Islam film: Zawahiri urges more protests

Anti-Islam film: Zawahiri urges more protests

Al Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri urged Muslims to keep up their protests against an anti-Islam film produced in the United States, in a speech published on jihadist forums on Saturday. In the seven-minute audio, Zawahiri hailed "the honourable people... w
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Car suicide bomb kills 16 in Darra Adam Khel

Car suicide bomb kills 16 in Darra Adam Khel

A suicide bomber on Saturday blew up a car at a crowded market in a tribal town, killing at least 16 people and wounding 30 others, officials said. The blast ripped through the main market in Darra Adam Khel near to a local anti-insurgent peace committee
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Car suicide bomb kills 16 in Darra Adam Khel

Car suicide bomb kills 16 in Darra Adam Khel

A suicide bomber on Saturday blew up a car at a crowded market in a tribal town, killing at least 16 people and wounding 30 others, officials said. The blast ripped through the main market in Darra Adam Khel near to a local anti-insurgent peace committee
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Malala in stable condition: ISPR

Malala in stable condition: ISPR

Injured Malala Yusafzai under medical treatment at CMH here on Saturday has moved her fore-limbs, whereby showing positive signs towards recovery, said Director General ISPR Major General Asim Saleem Bajwa. "The Medical Specialists of Malala on Saturday r
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Malala in stable condition: ISPR

Malala in stable condition: ISPR

Injured Malala Yusafzai under medical treatment at CMH here on Saturday has moved her fore-limbs, whereby showing positive signs towards recovery, said Director General ISPR Major General Asim Saleem Bajwa. "The Medical Specialists of Malala on Saturday r
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Afghan students pray for Malala's recovery

Afghan students pray for Malala's recovery

Schools in Afghanistan opened Saturday with special prayers for the quick recovery of Malala Yousafzai shot in the head by Taliban, in a move officials said was to show solidarity with her. The shooting of the 14-year-old activist was denounced around the
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Afghan students pray for Malala's recovery

Afghan students pray for Malala's recovery

Schools in Afghanistan opened Saturday with special prayers for the quick recovery of Malala Yousafzai shot in the head by Taliban, in a move officials said was to show solidarity with her. The shooting of the 14-year-old activist was denounced around the
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Torture, secrecy on Guantanamo hearings menu

Torture, secrecy on Guantanamo hearings menu

The specter of torture and the veil of secrecy will loom large over a new series of hearings starting Monday at the US naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for the accused plotters of the September 11 attacks. It will mark the second appearance for the sel
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Torture, secrecy on Guantanamo hearings menu

Torture, secrecy on Guantanamo hearings menu

The specter of torture and the veil of secrecy will loom large over a new series of hearings starting Monday at the US naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for the accused plotters of the September 11 attacks. It will mark the second appearance for the sel
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

The government is to reduce prices of petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by Rs 2.09 per litre and Rs 1.75 per kg, respectively, effective from October 15. According to a summary prepared by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) sent to the Ministry of Petro
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

The government is to reduce prices of petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by Rs 2.09 per litre and Rs 1.75 per kg, respectively, effective from October 15. According to a summary prepared by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) sent to the Ministry of Petro
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

Petrol, CNG prices to be reduced

The government is to reduce prices of petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by Rs 2.09 per litre and Rs 1.75 per kg, respectively, effective from October 15. According to a summary prepared by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) sent to the Ministry of Petro
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

Chinese exports rose 9.9 percent in September year-on-year to a record monthly high, the government said Saturday, but analysts warned the performance was unsustainable given the weak global outlook. The national customs bureau also said the trade surplus
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

Chinese exports rose 9.9 percent in September year-on-year to a record monthly high, the government said Saturday, but analysts warned the performance was unsustainable given the weak global outlook. The national customs bureau also said the trade surplus
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

China exports jump but weakness seen ahead

Chinese exports rose 9.9 percent in September year-on-year to a record monthly high, the government said Saturday, but analysts warned the performance was unsustainable given the weak global outlook. The national customs bureau also said the trade surplus
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

World finance ministers said on Saturday that global economic growth had slowed and called for more effective measures to restore confidence. "Global growth has decelerated and substantial uncertainties and downside risks remain," they said on the final d
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

World finance ministers said on Saturday that global economic growth had slowed and called for more effective measures to restore confidence. "Global growth has decelerated and substantial uncertainties and downside risks remain," they said on the final d
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

World finance ministers said on Saturday that global economic growth had slowed and called for more effective measures to restore confidence. "Global growth has decelerated and substantial uncertainties and downside risks remain," they said on the final d
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

IMF calls for more steps to revive global growth

World finance ministers said on Saturday that global economic growth had slowed and called for more effective measures to restore confidence. "Global growth has decelerated and substantial uncertainties and downside risks remain," they said on the final d
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh on Saturday said growth in economic sector is picking up in Pakistan and it is expected to be around four percent this year. The Finance Minister said this during a meeting with UK Secretary of State Justine Greenin
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh on Saturday said growth in economic sector is picking up in Pakistan and it is expected to be around four percent this year. The Finance Minister said this during a meeting with UK Secretary of State Justine Greenin
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Four percent growth expected: Hafeez

Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh on Saturday said growth in economic sector is picking up in Pakistan and it is expected to be around four percent this year. The Finance Minister said this during a meeting with UK Secretary of State Justine Greenin
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Saturday the global economy was on the mend, but more needed to be done to stoke domestic demand in China and fix Europe''s fiscal woes. Geithner, in Tokyo for the annual meetings of the International Monetary F
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Saturday the global economy was on the mend, but more needed to be done to stoke domestic demand in China and fix Europe's fiscal woes. Geithner, in Tokyo for the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fu
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

Economic action from China, EU needed: Geithner

US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Saturday the global economy was on the mend, but more needed to be done to stoke domestic demand in China and fix Europe's fiscal woes. Geithner, in Tokyo for the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fu
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Zardari to attend ECO summit

Zardari to attend ECO summit

President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to visit to Baku, Azerbaijan to participate in the 12th Summit of the Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO) members being held on October 15. During the visit President Zardari would hold meetings with Azerbaijan
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Zardari to attend ECO summit

Zardari to attend ECO summit

President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to visit to Baku, Azerbaijan to participate in the 12th Summit of the Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO) members being held on October 15. During the visit President Zardari would hold meetings with Azerbaijan
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Zardari to attend ECO summit

Zardari to attend ECO summit

President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to visit to Baku, Azerbaijan to participate in the 12th Summit of the Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO) members being held on October 15. During the visit President Zardari would hold meetings with Azerbaijan
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Ahmadinejad to push for Asia cooperation in regional forums

Ahmadinejad to push for Asia cooperation in regional forums

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, current chair of the Non-Aligned Movement, travels next week to Azerbaijan and Kuwait to attend forums on boosting co-operation in Asia, the state-run IRNA news agency reported on Saturday. He will attend a summit of the Eco
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Ahmadinejad to push for Asia cooperation in regional forums

Ahmadinejad to push for Asia cooperation in regional forums

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, current chair of the Non-Aligned Movement, travels next week to Azerbaijan and Kuwait to attend forums on boosting co-operation in Asia, the state-run IRNA news agency reported on Saturday. He will attend a summit of the Eco
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

The Federal Board of Revenue has called an explanation from Model Customs Collectorate (MCC) Port Qasim, Karachi that why customs duty collection of zero percent has been shown against the import of high speed diesel (HSD) costing Rs 1.7 billion during fi
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

The Federal Board of Revenue has called an explanation from Model Customs Collectorate (MCC) Port Qasim, Karachi that why customs duty collection of zero percent has been shown against the import of high speed diesel (HSD) costing Rs 1.7 billion during fi
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

Dubious duty collection on HSD import: FBR seeks explanation from MCC PQ

The Federal Board of Revenue has called an explanation from Model Customs Collectorate (MCC) Port Qasim, Karachi that why customs duty collection of zero percent has been shown against the import of high speed diesel (HSD) costing Rs 1.7 billion during fi
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Spain''s Santander dramatically pulled out of its 1.65 billion pound (US $2.65 billion) deal to buy 316 UK branches from Royal Bank of Scotland late on Friday, dealing a sharp blow to the state-backed British bank. More than two years after the deal was s
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Spain's Santander dramatically pulled out of its 1.65 billion pound (US $2.65 billion) deal to buy 316 UK branches from Royal Bank of Scotland late on Friday, dealing a sharp blow to the state-backed British bank. More than two years after the deal was st
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Santander $2.7 billion deal for RBS UK branches collapses

Spain's Santander dramatically pulled out of its 1.65 billion pound (US $2.65 billion) deal to buy 316 UK branches from Royal Bank of Scotland late on Friday, dealing a sharp blow to the state-backed British bank. More than two years after the deal was st
Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
Your rupee last month

Your rupee last month

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last month. (September 03 to September 28, 2012)

Published 14 Oct, 2012 12:00am
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