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Print - 2015-10-23
No threat to Pakistanis visiting India: HC Singh

No threat to Pakistanis visiting India: HC Singh

The Indian High Commission's spokesperson in Islamabad, Balbir Singh, on Thursday stated that the Indian embassy in Islamabad is issuing visas to Pakistani citizens as per routine. "There is no delay in issuing visas to Pakistanis citizens and our activit
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Nusrat Bhutto's fourth death anniversary today

Nusrat Bhutto's fourth death anniversary today

The fourth death anniversary of Begum Nusrat Bhutto, former chairperson of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and wife of former premier Shaheed Zulfiquar Ali Bhutto, will be observed on Friday (today). The day will start with Quran Khwani at her shrine in Gar
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
US CG meets KP Governor

US CG meets KP Governor

Peshawar-based US Consul General William J Martin called on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Sardar Mahtab Ahmed Khan here at Governor's House. The Consul General remained with the governor for some time and discussed matters of mutual interest with special re
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Investors' complaints: SECP chairman for prompt response

Investors' complaints: SECP chairman for prompt response

The Chairman Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Zafar Hijazi emphasised on need to resolve shareholders/investors complaints in a timely manner to maintain investor's confidence. The SECP Chairman on Thursday issued strict instructions
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
NAB chairman visits Rawalpindi Bureau

NAB chairman visits Rawalpindi Bureau

The chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Thursday said that corruption not only caused delay in early completion of development projects but also caused huge loss to national exchequer. During a visit to NAB Rawalpindi Bureau to review its per
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
SECP organises awareness seminar on financial literacy

SECP organises awareness seminar on financial literacy

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), to build investor confidence organised a seminar for students of COMSATS Institute of Information Technology at its campus in Islamabad. SECP recognises that in today's world, a solid understandin
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Bank Alfalah earns Rs 10.283 billion profit before tax in Q3

Bank Alfalah earns Rs 10.283 billion profit before tax in Q3

Bank Alfalah's financial results for the nine month period ended September 2015 remained positive, with the Bank registering profit before taxation of Rs 10.283 billion a solid growth of 68 percent, as against the corresponding period last year. The Bank'
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Bank Alfalah earns Rs 10.283 billion profit before tax in Q3

Bank Alfalah earns Rs 10.283 billion profit before tax in Q3

Bank Alfalah's financial results for the nine month period ended September 2015 remained positive, with the Bank registering profit before taxation of Rs 10.283 billion a solid growth of 68 percent, as against the corresponding period last year. The Bank'
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
KP government launches upgraded complaint mechanism

KP government launches upgraded complaint mechanism

In a step towards improving accountability towards citizens, the Khyber Pakthunkhwa government has launched an upgraded complaints mechanism to handle grievances against police officers for neglect and abuse of power and non co-operation with people. The
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Imposition of higher WHT rate on NSS termed 'highway robbery'

Imposition of higher WHT rate on NSS termed 'highway robbery'

Depositors in National Saving Schemes (NSS) termed imposition of higher rate of withholding tax on non-filers (at 17.5 percent) effective from the current budget as highway robbery, an anecdotal survey carried out by Business Recorder revealed. The
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Imposition of higher WHT rate on NSS termed 'highway robbery'

Imposition of higher WHT rate on NSS termed 'highway robbery'

Depositors in National Saving Schemes (NSS) termed imposition of higher rate of withholding tax on non-filers (at 17.5 percent) effective from the current budget as highway robbery, an anecdotal survey carried out by Business Recorder revealed. The
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Mobilink Torchbearers hosts event for GSSE students

Mobilink Torchbearers hosts event for GSSE students

Mobilink Foundation continued its initiative to support local educational institutes by visiting the Greenland Society of Special Education (GSSE), a non-commercial institute, in Lahore. A team of Mobilink Torchbearers aligned a host of activities includi
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Abdul Rasheed Janmuhammad elected as PEORA chairman

Abdul Rasheed Janmuhammad elected as PEORA chairman

Abdul Rasheed Janmuhammad has been elected as the chairman of Pakistan Edible Oil Refiners Association (PEORA) for the year 2015-2106. POERA is an association looking after the interest of Edible Oil Refineries in Pakistan. Rasheed Janmuhammad is Graduate
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
IT returns: FBR team briefs PAF officers on IRIS system

IT returns: FBR team briefs PAF officers on IRIS system

A team of FBR officers led by Nawab Khan Commissioner (IR), Regional Tax Office, Peshawar visited Pak Aeronautical Complex, Kamra to brief the officers of Pakistan Air Force on e-filing of annual income tax returns for tax year 2015 on newly launched IRIS
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Lawyers' killings: SC rejects police report

Lawyers' killings: SC rejects police report

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a police report over slow progress made into investigation of cases of target killings of the lawyers in Karachi. A three-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali, heard the case over suo moto of law
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Traffic plan for 9th & 10th Muharram

Traffic plan for 9th & 10th Muharram

Police on Thursday announced traffic management plan for 9th and 10th of Muharram, restraining all kinds of vehicular traffic on the routes of processions in the city. According to the plan, issued by office of Deputy Inspector General of Police (Traffic)
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Information to growers: agriculture Department to set up call centre

Information to growers: agriculture Department to set up call centre

Sindh Agriculture Department would set up call centre to provide the information to growers in the province around the clock. According to the statement released by information department on Thursday, it was told to meeting held with Sindh Secretary for A
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Encroachments removed for Muharram processions

Encroachments removed for Muharram processions

The Anti-Encroachments Department during its special action removed all sorts of encroachments including iron counters, sugarcane juice machines, push carts and trolleys from main road and pavements from the route of main Muharram mourning procession. The
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
8th Muharram procession concludes peacefully

8th Muharram procession concludes peacefully

Thousands of mourners took part in the eighth Muharram procession amid stringent security across the main routes on Thursday. The major passage of the procession, M A Jinnah Road, remained under intense security watch with a heavy contingent of police and
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Stern action against kidnappers of children demanded

Stern action against kidnappers of children demanded

President Pakistan Muslim League-Q Sindh Haleem Adil Sheikh while expressing concerns over growing incidents of violence against children has demanded strict action against those involved in kidnapping of children in Sindh province. Addressing a press con
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
SU vice chancellor, SPLA discuss exam affairs

SU vice chancellor, SPLA discuss exam affairs

A delegation of public sector colleges teachers body SPLA including Professor Sher Khan Seelro, Professor Shah Jehan Panhwar and Professor Muhammad Anwar called on Professor Dr Abida Taherani, Vice Chancellor, University of Sindh here and discussed the ma
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
India condemned for growing intolerance

India condemned for growing intolerance

Religious minorities' clerics on Thursday slammed India for fresh atrocities by Hindu extremists against the people of other beliefs. The clerics, representing Christians, Hindus and Sikhs, were speaking at a joint press conference at Idarae Noor-e-Haq al
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Leather trade: PBIF chief urges SAARC states for joint efforts

Leather trade: PBIF chief urges SAARC states for joint efforts

President of Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum (PBIF), Mian Zahid Hussain said on Thursday that SAARC countries have abundant raw leather and can dominate global trade by joining hands. SAARC countries will have to soften laws to become a globa
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
IGP reviews security arrangements

IGP reviews security arrangements

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Nasir Khan Durrani Thursday visited police command post in Kohati Gate area of the City to review security arrangements for peaceful observance of Muharram. The IGP went round different sections of
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
PAT, PTI to launch anti-government movement after LG polls

PAT, PTI to launch anti-government movement after LG polls

The Pakistan Awami Tehreek and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf have announced to launch a movement after the October 31 Local Government elections against rigging, corruption and the government attitude. The announcement came on Thursday following a meeting
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
17 suspects held

17 suspects held

Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) on Thursday apprehended at least 17 accused including alleged target killers and terrorists of a banned organisation. The LEAs have carried out operations in different areas of the city including Iliyas Goth, Dawood Goth, B
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
SCCI delegation to visit Kuwait in November

SCCI delegation to visit Kuwait in November

A fifteen-member trade delegation of Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) will visit Kuwait in November under the leadership of Chairman SCCI Departmental Committee on Fairs and Trade Exhibitions, Qaiser Baig. While talking to Business Recor
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Shujaat for electing National Assembly speaker unanimously

Shujaat for electing National Assembly speaker unanimously

Pakistan Muslim League-Q (PML-Q) President and former Prime Minister Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain has called for electing the National Assembly Speaker unanimously. Talking to his party leaders at his Gulberg residence here on Thursday, Shujaat said that the
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
ABL donates Rs 1 million to GCU for golden scholarship

ABL donates Rs 1 million to GCU for golden scholarship

Allied Bank Limited (ABL) has donated one million rupees to the Government College University Lahore Endowment Fund Trust to start a golden scholarship for the university's financially challenged students. ABL Chief Commercial Banking Tahir Yaqoob Bhatti
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Five terrorists held in Awaran

Five terrorists held in Awaran

At least five suspected miscreants of a banned organisation were arrested in Awaran and Lehri areas in the wee hours of Thursday. Heavy weapons and prohibited posters and books were also recovered from their possession. According to FC spokesman, on tip-o
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Orange Train: HRCP urges Punjab government to review route

Orange Train: HRCP urges Punjab government to review route

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has called upon the Punjab government to review the route of Orange Train and desist from damaging the national heritages. The Commission described the reported move to destroy a part of the GPO building in Lahore f
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
30,000 dengue kits being distributed in Rawalpindi

30,000 dengue kits being distributed in Rawalpindi

"On the direction of Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif, 30,000 dengue kits are being distributed in Rawalpindi on emergency basis to control dengue outbreak. Dengue kits will contain mospel lotion, aquapura tablets to purify stored drinking water and a
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
SHC rejects petition against MQM leader

SHC rejects petition against MQM leader

Sindh High Court has dismissed a petition of Amir-ul-Ebad Khan and his wife Dr Shehla Amir against Muttahida Qaumi Movement's leader Abdul Rauf Siddiqui. Amir is a brother of Sindh governor. The petition was heard by a double bench of the SHC comprising J
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Minister makes surprise visit to Civil Hospital

Minister makes surprise visit to Civil Hospital

The Provincial Health Minister, Jam Mehtab Hussain Dahar has directed the heads of government hospitals not to take fee from poor patients and their fee may be deposited from Patients Welfare Funds. This said during his surprise visit to Civil Hospital Hy
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
'Sightseeing Lahore': Trial run of tourist bus service from October 27

'Sightseeing Lahore': Trial run of tourist bus service from October 27

Country's first double-decker tourist buses, a project of the Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP), will start a weeklong trial run in the provincial metropolis from October 27, TDCP Managing Director Ahmar Malik said this while talking to
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
KP government reshuffles eight officers

KP government reshuffles eight officers

The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Thursday reshuffled eight officers and posted them against various positions. According to a notification of KP Establishment Department issued here Thursday, Muhammad Wasif Saeed BS-18, Chief of Section (Foreign Aid)
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Punjab University ASA protests Orange Train project

Punjab University ASA protests Orange Train project

The Punjab University (PU) Academic Staff Association (ASA) on Thursday took out a protest rally against the government's U-turn from its promise of not using PU Town 1 land for Orange Train project. PU ASA President Professor Dr Hasan Mobeen Alam, Vice P
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Sarwar steps up criticism of PML-N government

Sarwar steps up criticism of PML-N government

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the Punjab has said that corruption and loot of the national wealth is akin to terrorism and those involved must never be pardoned. Party organiser Chaudhary Mohammad Sarwar said on Thursday in a public gathering, "Th
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Wildlife department cancels Ashura holidays

Wildlife department cancels Ashura holidays

Wildlife Department Punjab's Director General Khalid Ayyaz has cancelled holidays of all the field officers/staff deputed in the wildlife parks, breeding centres and zoological gardens across the province during Ashura holidays (Friday-Saturday). The Depa
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
As Taliban retreat, government pursues polio drive

As Taliban retreat, government pursues polio drive

Mohamed Rasool was over the moon when he became father to twins - a boy and a girl - a year ago. The trucker in his 40s celebrated by firing shots in the air, distributing chocolate among kids and inviting friends to a lavish dinner in Mashookhel, a dusty
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
274 UCs of Lahore Polling on October 31

274 UCs of Lahore Polling on October 31

Voting for the Local Bodies elections in 274 union councils of Lahore will take place on October 31. The ruling party, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, is expected to face a contest from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the city. According to the av
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
PTI consulted Jamaat-e-Islami on QWP: senior minister

PTI consulted Jamaat-e-Islami on QWP: senior minister

KP Senior Minister for Local Government and Rural Development (LG&RD) and parliamentary leader of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Inayatullah Khan has said that PTI has consulted them on the joining of QWP, which was aimed for the str
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Unfinished war against extremism

Unfinished war against extremism

A palpable sense of security is returning to Pakistan as a crackdown on militancy bears fruit, but critics warn the government has not taken long-term steps to tackle the underlying scourge of extremist Islam. Peace in Pakistan and Afghanistan will be top
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
PIA flight delays causing discomfort with huge losses

PIA flight delays causing discomfort with huge losses

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight delays are causing serious inconvenience and discomfort to passengers, besides inflicting huge financial losses, it is learnt. According to PIA official documents the national flag carrier is operating with 82
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Kisan Package: 63,000 small farmers to get benefit

Kisan Package: 63,000 small farmers to get benefit

As many as 63,000 small farmers across the district would get benefit from the Prime Minister Farmers Package. Talking to APP here on Thursday, Additional District Collector (ADC) Manzar Javed said the revenue department had prepared lists of 63,000 farme
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Siddique Baloch's appeal: Hearing adjourned to October 26

Siddique Baloch's appeal: Hearing adjourned to October 26

The Supreme Court on Thursday adjourned till October 26 the hearing of Siddique Khan Baloch's appeal against Multan's Election Tribunal's verdict disqualifying him from NA 154, (Lodhran -I). Siddique Baloch was unseated from NA-154, Lodhran-I, constituenc
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Land acquisition: NAB KP arrests private person for fraud

Land acquisition: NAB KP arrests private person for fraud

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday arrested Abdul Hashim, private person involved land acquisition fraud for housing scheme at Surezai Bala, Peshawar and caused huge loss to the national exchequer. An investigation into em
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Spanish trade mission arrives in November: envoy

Spanish trade mission arrives in November: envoy

A trade mission from Spain will be arriving in Pakistan next month to explore trade prospects between the two countries. This was said by the Spanish Ambassador in Pakistan Carlos Morales while in a meeting with Chairperson Senate Standing Committee on Fo
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Maryam Nawaz thanks Obama, Michelle for hospitality

Maryam Nawaz thanks Obama, Michelle for hospitality

Leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and daughter of incumbent Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz on Thursday took to the social networking site Twitter and thanked President of United States Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama for
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
'Normalisation of Indo-Pak relations vital for entire region'

'Normalisation of Indo-Pak relations vital for entire region'

The United States on Wednesday said normalisation of India-Pakistan relations is vital not only for both countries but also for the entire region. State Department spokesperson John Kirby said India and Pakistan stood to benefit from practical co-operatio
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
What constitutes source of income?

What constitutes source of income?

After Independence from the "British Rule" on 14th August 1947, the Pakistan government adopted the pre-Partition Income Tax Act, 1922. The provisions of the Act were extended to the whole of Pakistan, except special areas. The Income Tax Act, 1922 provid
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Netanyahu's Mufti final solution claim baseless, historians agree

Netanyahu's Mufti final solution claim baseless, historians agree

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks partially blaming a Palestinian leader for the Nazi idea to exterminate the Jews in World War II, sparked international uproar. Israeli historians and Holocaust experts say the statement has no base in history.
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
In hunt for US terror recruits, FBI agents set traps

In hunt for US terror recruits, FBI agents set traps

In April, John Booker was arrested for allegedly planning to carry out a suicide bombing at a military base in Kansas on behalf of the Islamic State group. It turns out that undercover FBI operatives had been manipulating the 20-year-old for six months -
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Misusing taxpayers' money

Misusing taxpayers' money

Regardless of Pakistan's poor economic growth, rising poverty and inequalities, internal and external security threats and energy crises, extraordinary funds are made available to ensure that our rulers appear at par with leaders of wealthy nations. The s
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Legislators and assets declaration law

Legislators and assets declaration law

A press report points out that two weeks past the deadline, many members of the Senate, National Assembly and the four provincial assemblies have failed to file their assets declaration, which is a mandatory requirement under Section 42-a of the People's
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Securing Islamabad's environment

Securing Islamabad's environment

The nation's new capital, Islamabad, was conceived to be a serene, staid township tucked away from the humdrum of Karachi. And thanks to its chief architect Doxiadis Associates' flight of imagination and sense of history it happened to be so in its early
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Oil edges up on gasoline, Wall Street; stockpile worry limits gains

Oil edges up on gasoline, Wall Street; stockpile worry limits gains

Crude oil inched higher on Thursday as gains prompted by a rally in gasoline and technical charts calling for higher prices were capped by worries about high US crude inventories. A surge in Wall Street share prices also lent support to oil despite pressu
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Two killed in sword attack on Sweden school

Two killed in sword attack on Sweden school

A masked man brandishing a sword killed a teacher and a student and seriously wounded two other people at a school in Sweden Thursday before being shot and killed. Pictures taken by students and circulating in the media showed the assailant wearing black
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Two killed in sword attack on Sweden school

Two killed in sword attack on Sweden school

A masked man brandishing a sword killed a teacher and a student and seriously wounded two other people at a school in Sweden Thursday before being shot and killed. Pictures taken by students and circulating in the media showed the assailant wearing black
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
India visit: Shahryar did not consult FO, says spokesman

India visit: Shahryar did not consult FO, says spokesman

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Shahryar Khan and Najam Sethi, chairman of PCB's executive committee did not consult the Foreign Office before departing for India, Foreign Office spokesman Qazi Khalilullah told Business Recorder. PCB often co
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
India visit: Shahryar did not consult FO, says spokesman

India visit: Shahryar did not consult FO, says spokesman

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Shahryar Khan and Najam Sethi, chairman of PCB's executive committee did not consult the Foreign Office before departing for India, Foreign Office spokesman Qazi Khalilullah told Business Recorder. PCB often co
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output
Cotton

Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output

Following the imposition of 10 percent regulatory duty on imports of cotton yarn and lower cotton production estimates, cotton prices are likely to strengthen in the domestic market. Cotton Ginners Forum Chairman Ihsan-ul-Haq said cotton seed (Phutti) arr
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output
Cotton

Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output

Following the imposition of 10 percent regulatory duty on imports of cotton yarn and lower cotton production estimates, cotton prices are likely to strengthen in the domestic market. Cotton Ginners Forum Chairman Ihsan-ul-Haq said cotton seed (Phutti) arr
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output
Cotton

Cotton prices may strengthen on RD, lower output

Following the imposition of 10 percent regulatory duty on imports of cotton yarn and lower cotton production estimates, cotton prices are likely to strengthen in the domestic market. Cotton Ginners Forum Chairman Ihsan-ul-Haq said cotton seed (Phutti) arr
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

The Auditor General of Pakistan has revealed that National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) has caused a loss of $1.07 million to the national kitty through misprocurement of smart card machine. The AGP in its audit report for Audit 2014-15 said th
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

The Auditor General of Pakistan has revealed that National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) has caused a loss of $1.07 million to the national kitty through misprocurement of smart card machine. The AGP in its audit report for Audit 2014-15 said th
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (October 22, 2015) and the forecast for Friday (October 23, 2015).

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

The Auditor General of Pakistan has revealed that National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) has caused a loss of $1.07 million to the national kitty through misprocurement of smart card machine. The AGP in its audit report for Audit 2014-15 said th
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Wednesday official prices.

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

Smart card machine: NADRA caused loss of $1.07 million to kitty: AGP

The Auditor General of Pakistan has revealed that National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) has caused a loss of $1.07 million to the national kitty through misprocurement of smart card machine. The AGP in its audit report for Audit 2014-15 said th
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Wednesday official prices.

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Afghan Taliban reject reports of joining hands with TTP

Afghan Taliban reject reports of joining hands with TTP

Afghan Taliban on Thursday denied all the reports suggesting they had joined hands with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to carry out joint operations. According to BBC, the clarification came after the TTP sent a supposed email to media, sugge
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (October 22, 2015).

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Afghan Taliban reject reports of joining hands with TTP

Afghan Taliban reject reports of joining hands with TTP

Afghan Taliban on Thursday denied all the reports suggesting they had joined hands with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to carry out joint operations. According to BBC, the clarification came after the TTP sent a supposed email to media, sugge
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (October 22, 2015)

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Absar Aalam made Pemra chairman

Absar Aalam made Pemra chairman

Absar Alam, senior journalist and the host of Aaj TV's popular current affairs show, Bottom Line with Absar Aalam, has been appointed Chairman Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), Aaj New reported. The appointment of Absar
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Absar Aalam made Pemra chairman

Absar Aalam made Pemra chairman

Absar Alam, senior journalist and the host of Aaj TV's popular current affairs show, Bottom Line with Absar Aalam, has been appointed Chairman Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), Aaj New reported. The appointment of Absar
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX
Cotton

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Thursday (October 22, 2015).

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Under sharp questioning, Clinton defends her Benghazi record

Under sharp questioning, Clinton defends her Benghazi record

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Thursday deflected harsh Republican criticism of her handling of the deadly 2012 attack in Benghazi, Libya, and urged her questioners in Congress to put US national security ahead of politics. At a sometimes he
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (October 22, 2015).

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Under sharp questioning, Clinton defends her Benghazi record

Under sharp questioning, Clinton defends her Benghazi record

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Thursday deflected harsh Republican criticism of her handling of the deadly 2012 attack in Benghazi, Libya, and urged her questioners in Congress to put US national security ahead of politics. At a sometimes he
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (October 22, 2015).

Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
PIA, Palpa agree to resolve issues

PIA, Palpa agree to resolve issues

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and Pakistan Airlines'' Pilot Association (PALPA) Thursday agreed to resolve all the outstanding issue through talks in order to avoid any further inconvenience to passengers, and loss to national kitty. Addressing a
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
PIA, Palpa agree to resolve issues

PIA, Palpa agree to resolve issues

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and Pakistan Airlines' Pilot Association (PALPA) Thursday agreed to resolve all the outstanding issue through talks in order to avoid any further inconvenience to passengers, and loss to national kitty. Addressing a j
Published 23 Oct, 2015 12:00am
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