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Print - 2017-02-12
Mustafa Kamal, Farooq Sattar shake hands

Mustafa Kamal, Farooq Sattar shake hands

Chief of Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) Pakistan Farooq Sattar, and founder Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) Syed Mustafa Kamal attended a seminar at Karachi University, where the two leaders were seen shaking hands. Attendees were surprised to see a brief momen
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday said that as the Indian Ocean region contains several conflict zones, the region's maritime security challenges have grown. "These are affected by key variables such as militarisation, t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Mustafa Kamal, Farooq Sattar shake hands

Mustafa Kamal, Farooq Sattar shake hands

Chief of Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) Pakistan Farooq Sattar, and founder Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) Syed Mustafa Kamal attended a seminar at Karachi University, where the two leaders were seen shaking hands. Attendees were surprised to see a brief momen
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday said that as the Indian Ocean region contains several conflict zones, the region's maritime security challenges have grown. "These are affected by key variables such as militarisation, t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tech firms must do more against ''fake news'': Apple boss

Tech firms must do more against ''fake news'': Apple boss

Technology firms must up their game in tackling "fake news", Apple chief executive Tim Cook said Saturday, calling for a major public information campaign. "All of us technology companies need to create some tools that help diminish the volume of fake new
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

US Federal Reserve Vice Chair Stanley Fischer said there was significant uncertainty about U.S. fiscal policy under the Trump administration, but the Fed would be strict in meeting targets of creating full employment and getting inflation to 2 percent. Sp
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tech firms must do more against 'fake news': Apple boss

Tech firms must do more against 'fake news': Apple boss

Technology firms must up their game in tackling "fake news", Apple chief executive Tim Cook said Saturday, calling for a major public information campaign. "All of us technology companies need to create some tools that help diminish the volume of fake new
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

US Federal Reserve Vice Chair Stanley Fischer said there was significant uncertainty about U.S. fiscal policy under the Trump administration, but the Fed would be strict in meeting targets of creating full employment and getting inflation to 2 percent. Sp
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tech firms must do more against 'fake news': Apple boss

Tech firms must do more against 'fake news': Apple boss

Technology firms must up their game in tackling "fake news", Apple chief executive Tim Cook said Saturday, calling for a major public information campaign. "All of us technology companies need to create some tools that help diminish the volume of fake new
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop ''playing with fire''

Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop ''playing with fire''

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Saturday warned the International Monetary Fund and German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble to "stop playing with fire" in the handling of his country''s debt. Opening a meeting of his Syriza party, Tsipras said h
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop 'playing with fire'

Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop 'playing with fire'

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Saturday warned the International Monetary Fund and German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble to "stop playing with fire" in the handling of his country's debt. Opening a meeting of his Syriza party, Tsipras said he
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop 'playing with fire'

Tsipras warns IMF, Germany to stop 'playing with fire'

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Saturday warned the International Monetary Fund and German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble to "stop playing with fire" in the handling of his country's debt. Opening a meeting of his Syriza party, Tsipras said he
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Seven killed as Baghdad protest turns violent

Seven killed as Baghdad protest turns violent

Seven people were killed in clashes that erupted in central Baghdad on Saturday between the security forces and protesters demanding reforms to Iraq's electoral system, police said. The violence was the deadliest to break out at a protest since a wave of
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Seven killed as Baghdad protest turns violent

Seven killed as Baghdad protest turns violent

Seven people were killed in clashes that erupted in central Baghdad on Saturday between the security forces and protesters demanding reforms to Iraq's electoral system, police said. The violence was the deadliest to break out at a protest since a wave of
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Iran says holds eight foreigners planning attacks

Iran says holds eight foreigners planning attacks

Iranian security forces have arrested eight hardline Sunni Islamists suspected of planning attacks to disrupt celebrations for Iran's Islamic revolution in the past week, Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi said on Saturday. Alavi said the eight were "Tak
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Iran says holds eight foreigners planning attacks

Iran says holds eight foreigners planning attacks

Iranian security forces have arrested eight hardline Sunni Islamists suspected of planning attacks to disrupt celebrations for Iran's Islamic revolution in the past week, Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi said on Saturday. Alavi said the eight were "Tak
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

At least six people were killed Saturday when a Taliban bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into Afghan soldiers who had queued outside a bank in southern Helmand province to collect their salaries, officials said. Nearly two dozen others, including wom
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Trump vows to bring planned border wall costs 'way down'

Trump vows to bring planned border wall costs 'way down'

President Donald Trump insisted early Saturday that he would bring the price of his planned Mexican border wall "way down," after US media circulated a government report estimating it would cost $21.6 billion. In the internal government study, the US Depa
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

At least six people were killed Saturday when a Taliban bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into Afghan soldiers who had queued outside a bank in southern Helmand province to collect their salaries, officials said. Nearly two dozen others, including wom
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Trump vows to bring planned border wall costs 'way down'

Trump vows to bring planned border wall costs 'way down'

President Donald Trump insisted early Saturday that he would bring the price of his planned Mexican border wall "way down," after US media circulated a government report estimating it would cost $21.6 billion. In the internal government study, the US Depa
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Budget likely by end of May

Budget likely by end of May

Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has reportedly asked the Finance Division and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to make preparations for presenting federal budget for fiscal year 2017-18 by the end of May 2017. However, an official said that a final date to p
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Florida's foreigners living in fear in the era of Trump

Florida's foreigners living in fear in the era of Trump

When Venezuelan journalist Eulimar Nunez saw the airport chaos triggered by President Donald Trump's now-suspended executive order on immigration, she decided to try to upgrade her status from permanent resident to US citizen. Like her, many foreigners in
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Budget likely by end of May

Budget likely by end of May

Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has reportedly asked the Finance Division and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to make preparations for presenting federal budget for fiscal year 2017-18 by the end of May 2017. However, an official said that a final date to p
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Complete shutdown observed in IHK

Complete shutdown observed in IHK

A complete shutdown was observed on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the hanging of prominent Kashmiri liberation leader, Muhammad Maqbool Butt in the Indian-occupied Kashmir. According to KMS, call for the strike was given by the joint resistance lead
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Budget likely by end of May

Budget likely by end of May

Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has reportedly asked the Finance Division and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to make preparations for presenting federal budget for fiscal year 2017-18 by the end of May 2017. However, an official said that a final date to p
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Complete shutdown observed in IHK

Complete shutdown observed in IHK

A complete shutdown was observed on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the hanging of prominent Kashmiri liberation leader, Muhammad Maqbool Butt in the Indian-occupied Kashmir. According to KMS, call for the strike was given by the joint resistance lead
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Test for Modi as India's biggest state votes
Currency

Test for Modi as India's biggest state votes

Millions of voters in India's most populous state cast their ballots Saturday in a contest seen as a key test for Narendra Modi halfway through his first term as prime minister. Uttar Pradesh is home to over 200 million people - more than the entire popul
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Rescuers dug through rubble Saturday to find survivors after a powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least six people and sending thousands fleeing for safety. Residents of the southern town of Surigao in Mindanao island spent th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Test for Modi as India's biggest state votes
Currency

Test for Modi as India's biggest state votes

Millions of voters in India's most populous state cast their ballots Saturday in a contest seen as a key test for Narendra Modi halfway through his first term as prime minister. Uttar Pradesh is home to over 200 million people - more than the entire popul
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Rescuers dug through rubble Saturday to find survivors after a powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least six people and sending thousands fleeing for safety. Residents of the southern town of Surigao in Mindanao island spent th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Turkey confirms constitutional referendum on April 16

Turkey confirms constitutional referendum on April 16

Turkey's election board officially confirmed Saturday that a referendum on constitutional changes that would expand President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's powers will take place on April 16. High Election Board head Sadi Guven said in a televised speech that th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Pakistan's High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit on Saturday called on Indian Foreign Secretary J Shankar and exchanged views on bilateral relations and resumption of talks. Aaj News reported that the meeting between Pakistan's high commissioner and Indi
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Turkey confirms constitutional referendum on April 16

Turkey confirms constitutional referendum on April 16

Turkey's election board officially confirmed Saturday that a referendum on constitutional changes that would expand President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's powers will take place on April 16. High Election Board head Sadi Guven said in a televised speech that th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Pakistan's High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit on Saturday called on Indian Foreign Secretary J Shankar and exchanged views on bilateral relations and resumption of talks. Aaj News reported that the meeting between Pakistan's high commissioner and Indi
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday said that as the Indian Ocean region contains several conflict zones, the region's maritime security challenges have grown. "These are affected by key variables such as militarisation, t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Aziz explains criticality of maritime challenges

Advisor to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Saturday said that as the Indian Ocean region contains several conflict zones, the region's maritime security challenges have grown. "These are affected by key variables such as militarisation, t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

US Federal Reserve Vice Chair Stanley Fischer said there was significant uncertainty about U.S. fiscal policy under the Trump administration, but the Fed would be strict in meeting targets of creating full employment and getting inflation to 2 percent. Sp
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

'Significant uncertainty' about fiscal policy under Trump

US Federal Reserve Vice Chair Stanley Fischer said there was significant uncertainty about U.S. fiscal policy under the Trump administration, but the Fed would be strict in meeting targets of creating full employment and getting inflation to 2 percent. Sp
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Spectacular water show opens Venice Carnival

Spectacular water show opens Venice Carnival

The Carnival of Venice, which each year draws thousands of revellers dressed in masks and period costume, got under way in the iconic Italian city on Saturday with a stunning show staged on its famous canals. The show, celebrating "the beauty, the sea and
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

MPCL shares: PC serves transfer notice based on closing price

Privatisation Commission (PC) has reportedly served transfer notice to Fauji Foundation and OGDCL based on the closing price of Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) shares on January 27, 2017 with a 7.5 percent discount as per a decision of the Cabinet C
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

RBOD-II work cost soars to Rs 61 billion

The cost of extension of Right Bank Outfall Drainage from Sehwan to Sea (RBOD-II) has escalated to Rs 61 billion from initially estimated Rs 14 billion, primarily due to delay in completion of the project and subsequent revisions of PC-1. Sources said the
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

At least six people were killed Saturday when a Taliban bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into Afghan soldiers who had queued outside a bank in southern Helmand province to collect their salaries, officials said. Nearly two dozen others, including wom
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

Taliban suicide bomber kills six in Helmand

At least six people were killed Saturday when a Taliban bomber rammed an explosives-laden car into Afghan soldiers who had queued outside a bank in southern Helmand province to collect their salaries, officials said. Nearly two dozen others, including wom
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan-Pakistan energy pact on the cards

Azerbaijan and Pakistan are likely to sign an inter-government agreement on co-operation in the field of energy during the scheduled visit of Azerbaijan President to Pakistan by end of February. Sources said Azerbaijan President is due to arrive in Islama
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Florida's foreigners living in fear in the era of Trump

Florida's foreigners living in fear in the era of Trump

When Venezuelan journalist Eulimar Nunez saw the airport chaos triggered by President Donald Trump's now-suspended executive order on immigration, she decided to try to upgrade her status from permanent resident to US citizen. Like her, many foreigners in
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Complete shutdown observed in IHK

Complete shutdown observed in IHK

A complete shutdown was observed on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the hanging of prominent Kashmiri liberation leader, Muhammad Maqbool Butt in the Indian-occupied Kashmir. According to KMS, call for the strike was given by the joint resistance lead
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Complete shutdown observed in IHK

Complete shutdown observed in IHK

A complete shutdown was observed on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the hanging of prominent Kashmiri liberation leader, Muhammad Maqbool Butt in the Indian-occupied Kashmir. According to KMS, call for the strike was given by the joint resistance lead
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Rescuers dug through rubble Saturday to find survivors after a powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least six people and sending thousands fleeing for safety. Residents of the southern town of Surigao in Mindanao island spent th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Six die as strong quake shakes Philippines

Rescuers dug through rubble Saturday to find survivors after a powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least six people and sending thousands fleeing for safety. Residents of the southern town of Surigao in Mindanao island spent th
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Pakistan's High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit on Saturday called on Indian Foreign Secretary J Shankar and exchanged views on bilateral relations and resumption of talks. Aaj News reported that the meeting between Pakistan's high commissioner and Indi
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Basit meets Indian Foreign Secretary

Pakistan's High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit on Saturday called on Indian Foreign Secretary J Shankar and exchanged views on bilateral relations and resumption of talks. Aaj News reported that the meeting between Pakistan's high commissioner and Indi
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

Rs.363.98 billion released under PSDP

The government has released Rs 363.98 billion till 27 January 2017 (45.5 per cent of the budgeted amount), including Rs118.6 billion foreign aid, for different development projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2016-17 against the t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Spectacular water show opens Venice Carnival

Spectacular water show opens Venice Carnival

The Carnival of Venice, which each year draws thousands of revellers dressed in masks and period costume, got under way in the iconic Italian city on Saturday with a stunning show staged on its famous canals. The show, celebrating "the beauty, the sea and
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Saturday (February 11, 2017) and the forecast for Sunday (February 12, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (February 11, 2017)

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Hides and skins rates

Hides and skins rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Automart: car prices in Karachi

Automart: car prices in Karachi

The prices of different makes and models of cars prevailing in Karachi in the week ended Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
World Shipping Schedule

World Shipping Schedule

Karachi Port's world-wide shipping schedule beginning Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
THE RUPEE: modest gains
Currency

THE RUPEE: modest gains

KARACHI: The rupee managed to recover modestly in terms of the dollar in the money market in process of trading, dealers said. The rupee gained 10 paisas versus the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 107.10 and Rs 107.30, they said. The rupee also picked
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
THE RUPEE: modest gains
Currency

THE RUPEE: modest gains

KARACHI: The rupee managed to recover modestly in terms of the dollar in the money market in process of trading, dealers said. The rupee gained 10 paisas versus the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 107.10 and Rs 107.30, they said. The rupee also picked
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Member to Member

Member to Member

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Saturday (February 11, 2017).

Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
EU raises 2016-17 maize stocks forecast

EU raises 2016-17 maize stocks forecast

The European Commission has raised its forecast for 2016-17 maize stocks slightly and trimmed projected barley stocks, according to a revised version of its monthly EU cereals supply-and-demand outlook released on Thursday. The updated figures posted on t
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
Freight rates for large capesize dry cargo to diverge on weather

Freight rates for large capesize dry cargo to diverge on weather

Freight rates for large capesize dry cargo vessels on key Asian routes could diverge next week with rates from Australia to China rebounding on improved weather conditions but rates from Brazil holding steady or slipping on thin chartering activity, broke
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
China to consume more corn in 2016-17

China to consume more corn in 2016-17

China will consume more corn in 2016/17 than previously forecast as demand for the grain in livestock feed will rise after China slapped anti-dumping duties on US distiller's dried grains, an influential report said on Wednesday, pushing up prices. In a d
Published 12 Feb, 2017 12:00am
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