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Print - 2017-03-08
BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

On Tuesday, BRIndex30 opened at 28,613.95 points. It touched an intraday high of 28,650.15 points and an intraday low of 28,328.61 points and closed at 28,467.24 points which was -146.71 points or -0.51 percent lower than previous close. Total volume was
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

Private Power Infrastructure Board (PPIB), an arm of Ministry of Water and Power, has reportedly refused to issue notices to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) for just giving an advertisement in the newspapers through IPPAC (Independent Power Producers A
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

More than a quarter of people living in Asia had to pay a bribe while trying to access a public service in the past year, a watchdog said Tuesday, calling on governments to root out endemic graft in the region.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

On Tuesday, BRIndex30 opened at 28,613.95 points. It touched an intraday high of 28,650.15 points and an intraday low of 28,328.61 points and closed at 28,467.24 points which was -146.71 points or -0.51 percent lower than previous close. Total volume was
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

Private Power Infrastructure Board (PPIB), an arm of Ministry of Water and Power, has reportedly refused to issue notices to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) for just giving an advertisement in the newspapers through IPPAC (Independent Power Producers A
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Thousands of stranded Afghans and Pakistanis returned home on Tuesday as Pakistan temporarily reopened two main crossings that had been closed last month after a wave of militant attacks, officials said. The Torkham and Chaman crossings were to remain ope
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

PPIB refuses to issue notices to IPPs

Private Power Infrastructure Board (PPIB), an arm of Ministry of Water and Power, has reportedly refused to issue notices to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) for just giving an advertisement in the newspapers through IPPAC (Independent Power Producers A
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Thousands of stranded Afghans and Pakistanis returned home on Tuesday as Pakistan temporarily reopened two main crossings that had been closed last month after a wave of militant attacks, officials said. The Torkham and Chaman crossings were to remain ope
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Five alleged terrorists were killed while two army officials, including a captain, were martyred during an exchange of fire on Tuesday in the Malikabad area of Swabi. Security forces were conducting an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the area when t
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Five alleged terrorists were killed while two army officials, including a captain, were martyred during an exchange of fire on Tuesday in the Malikabad area of Swabi. Security forces were conducting an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the area when t
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under the new reform programme, will put in place a consistent framework for tax policy and sector-oriented risk-based audit, implement IT strategy, harmonise federal and provincial tax systems, broaden the tax base to
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Economic nationalism threatens modest recovery: OECD

Economic nationalism threatens modest recovery: OECD

A modest recovery underway in the global economy is at risk from economic nationalism and diverging central bank policies, the OECD said on Tuesday as it forecast only a slight pick-up in growth.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Economic nationalism threatens modest recovery: OECD

Economic nationalism threatens modest recovery: OECD

A modest recovery underway in the global economy is at risk from economic nationalism and diverging central bank policies, the OECD said on Tuesday as it forecast only a slight pick-up in growth.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Stocks little changed

Stocks little changed

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a dull session Tuesday due to investors' lack of interest. The benchmark KSE-100 index, after moving in negative and positive territory, closed at 49,452.71 points, up 17.82 points.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

More than a quarter of people living in Asia had to pay a bribe while trying to access a public service in the past year, a watchdog said Tuesday, calling on governments to root out endemic graft in the region.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Stocks little changed

Stocks little changed

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a dull session Tuesday due to investors' lack of interest. The benchmark KSE-100 index, after moving in negative and positive territory, closed at 49,452.71 points, up 17.82 points.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

More than a quarter of people living in Asia had to pay a bribe while trying to access a public service in the past year, a watchdog said Tuesday, calling on governments to root out endemic graft in the region.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Stocks little changed

Stocks little changed

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a dull session Tuesday due to investors'' lack of interest. The benchmark KSE-100 index, after moving in negative and positive territory, closed at 49,452.71 points, up 17.82 points.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

On Tuesday, BRIndex30 opened at 28,613.95 points. It touched an intraday high of 28,650.15 points and an intraday low of 28,328.61 points and closed at 28,467.24 points which was -146.71 points or -0.51 percent lower than previous close. Total volume was
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

BRIndex30 falls 146.71 points

On Tuesday, BRIndex30 opened at 28,613.95 points. It touched an intraday high of 28,650.15 points and an intraday low of 28,328.61 points and closed at 28,467.24 points which was -146.71 points or -0.51 percent lower than previous close. Total volume was
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Imran causes considerable controversy

Imran causes considerable controversy

Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan has created another controversy as he was filmed telling aides the foreign players who took part in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final were 'phateechar' (roughly, low-class).
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Thousands of stranded Afghans and Pakistanis returned home on Tuesday as Pakistan temporarily reopened two main crossings that had been closed last month after a wave of militant attacks, officials said. The Torkham and Chaman crossings were to remain ope
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Imran causes considerable controversy

Imran causes considerable controversy

Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan has created another controversy as he was filmed telling aides the foreign players who took part in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final were 'phateechar' (roughly, low-class).
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Pak-Afghan border reopened for two days

Thousands of stranded Afghans and Pakistanis returned home on Tuesday as Pakistan temporarily reopened two main crossings that had been closed last month after a wave of militant attacks, officials said. The Torkham and Chaman crossings were to remain ope
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pietersen clarifies his position

Pietersen clarifies his position

Former British cricketer and a member of the Quetta Gladiators' team Kevin Pietersen has dismissed reports that he decided not to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final in Lahore following Imran Khan's statement that it was not a sensible decision.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under the new reform programme, will put in place a consistent framework for tax policy and sector-oriented risk-based audit, implement IT strategy, harmonise federal and provincial tax systems, broaden the tax base to
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Five alleged terrorists were killed while two army officials, including a captain, were martyred during an exchange of fire on Tuesday in the Malikabad area of Swabi. Security forces were conducting an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the area when t
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pietersen clarifies his position

Pietersen clarifies his position

Former British cricketer and a member of the Quetta Gladiators' team Kevin Pietersen has dismissed reports that he decided not to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final in Lahore following Imran Khan's statement that it was not a sensible decision.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Two soldiers martyred in Swabi

Five alleged terrorists were killed while two army officials, including a captain, were martyred during an exchange of fire on Tuesday in the Malikabad area of Swabi. Security forces were conducting an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the area when t
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

More than 2,000 fighters sent from Iran have been killed in Iraq and Syria, the head of Iran's veterans' affairs office said Tuesday.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

More than 2,000 fighters sent from Iran have been killed in Iraq and Syria, the head of Iran's veterans' affairs office said Tuesday.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
International Women's Day: Zardari for national women empowerment plan

International Women's Day: Zardari for national women empowerment plan

On the eve of International Women Day being celebrated today, former President Asif Ali Zardari has called for devising a National Women Empowerment Plan as well as strengthening the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) for the emancipation o
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

Auto parts export to Vietnam begins

The quality and technology of Pakistani auto parts has reached the global standards as first shipment of 500 fuel tanks of vehicles has been exported to Vietnam. Following the high standard quality of locally manufactured fuel tanks of vehicles, the Suzuk
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Unfit vehicles causing accidents

Unfit vehicles causing accidents

Mechanically, unfit vehicles are cause traffic hurdles, serious accidents & loss of precious lives. Motorway Police Central Zone has launched enforcement and education campaign against mechanical unfit vehicles on to national highway.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

More than a quarter of people living in Asia had to pay a bribe while trying to access a public service in the past year, a watchdog said Tuesday, calling on governments to root out endemic graft in the region.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

900 million in Asia had to pay bribes in last year: report

More than a quarter of people living in Asia had to pay a bribe while trying to access a public service in the past year, a watchdog said Tuesday, calling on governments to root out endemic graft in the region.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Imran causes considerable controversy

Imran causes considerable controversy

Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan has created another controversy as he was filmed telling aides the foreign players who took part in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final were 'phateechar' (roughly, low-class).
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Imran causes considerable controversy

Imran causes considerable controversy

Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan has created another controversy as he was filmed telling aides the foreign players who took part in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final were 'phateechar' (roughly, low-class).
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistan after six years

Pakistanis can now apply for Kuwait's visa as the country has decided to lift its visa ban on Pakistan after six years. According to a news channel, the decision was made during the meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Operation Radd-ul-Fassad will continue: Prime Minister

Operation Radd-ul-Fassad will continue: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday reiterated that operation Radd-ul-Fassad will continue until our homeland is cleared from the scourge of terrorism. He said this in a message of condolences over the martyrdom of Captain Junaid and Sipahi Amjad, who
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pietersen clarifies his position

Pietersen clarifies his position

Former British cricketer and a member of the Quetta Gladiators' team Kevin Pietersen has dismissed reports that he decided not to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final in Lahore following Imran Khan's statement that it was not a sensible decision.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Peshawar Zalmi to perform Umrah

Peshawar Zalmi to perform Umrah

Owner of Peshawar Zalmi Javed Afridi has announced to take the whole team to perform 'Umrah' after winning the second edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) to thank Allah.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Pietersen clarifies his position

Pietersen clarifies his position

Former British cricketer and a member of the Quetta Gladiators' team Kevin Pietersen has dismissed reports that he decided not to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final in Lahore following Imran Khan's statement that it was not a sensible decision.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former CJP Sajjad Ali Shah passes away

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Sajjad Ali Shah passed away in Karachi, his family sources confirmed. The 84-year-old Sajjad Ali Shah had been suffering from health issues over the past few days. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Karac
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

More than 2,000 fighters sent from Iran have been killed in Iraq and Syria, the head of Iran's veterans' affairs office said Tuesday.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

Tax reforms: FBR to put in place consistent framework

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under the new reform programme, will put in place a consistent framework for tax policy and sector-oriented risk-based audit, implement IT strategy, harmonise federal and provincial tax systems, broaden the tax base to
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Chinese envoy meets Zardari

Chinese envoy meets Zardari

The Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Sun Weidong called on Former President of Pakistan and President Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians Asif Ali Zardari at Zardari House Islamabad on Tuesday.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

2,100 Iran fighters killed in Iraq, Syria

More than 2,000 fighters sent from Iran have been killed in Iraq and Syria, the head of Iran's veterans' affairs office said Tuesday.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Punjab government, reap to revamp agro-research

Punjab government, reap to revamp agro-research

The Punjab government and the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan decided today (Tuesday) to revamp the agricultural research system in the province for development of rice varieties which are commercially more viable.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
International Women's Day: Zardari for national women empowerment plan

International Women's Day: Zardari for national women empowerment plan

On the eve of International Women Day being celebrated today, former President Asif Ali Zardari has called for devising a National Women Empowerment Plan as well as strengthening the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) for the emancipation o
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Lords defy May for a second time on Brexit

Prime Minister Theresa May suffered her second defeat in a week over Brexit Tuesday when the House of Lords voted to give parliament the final say on how Britain leaves the European Union. Peers voted by 366 to 268 to amend the bill empowering May to trig
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Nawaz wants to enhance ties with Kuwait

Nawaz wants to enhance ties with Kuwait

Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday said Pakistan and Kuwait had been economic and trade partners for long and Pakistan wished to further enhance its relations with Kuwait in all spheres.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Unfit vehicles causing accidents

Unfit vehicles causing accidents

Mechanically, unfit vehicles are cause traffic hurdles, serious accidents & loss of precious lives. Motorway Police Central Zone has launched enforcement and education campaign against mechanical unfit vehicles on to national highway.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

Price manipulation: SECP files criminal case against individual

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Tuesday filed a criminal complaint against a person who manipulated the price of shares of Gauher Engineering Limited (now Drekkar Kingsway Limited). As a result of an investigation, it emerged tha
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
North Korea says missiles were drill for strike on US bases

North Korea says missiles were drill for strike on US bases

Nuclear-armed North Korea said Tuesday its missile launches were training for a strike on US bases in Japan, as global condemnation of the regime swelled. Three of the four missiles fired Monday came down provocatively close to US ally Japan, in waters th
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Plaintiff allowed to file appeal

Declaring its previous order pertaining to Site Limited Association's elections inoperative, Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday allowed a plaintiff to file an appeal within three days.
Published 08 Mar, 2017 12:00am
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