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Print - 2017-04-26
Aizaz presents credentials to Trump

Aizaz presents credentials to Trump

Pakistan ambassador-designate to the United States, Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, called on US President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday and presented his credentials. Aizaz Chaudhry expressed best wishes for the improvement of Pakistan-US relations and said
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Railways identifies four business areas to boost investment

Railways identifies four business areas to boost investment

Pakistan Railways has identified four business areas aimed at easing of doing business in the sector after Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif took serious note of declining foreign and domestic investment, it is learnt. Showing serious concern on declining forei
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Indian Muslim denied seat in Delhi Metro by Hindu extremists

Indian Muslim denied seat in Delhi Metro by Hindu extremists

In yet another shocking case of religious discrimination, an aged Muslim man was denied a seat in Delhi metro by a group of Hindu youth, who hurled slurs and abuses at him over his appearance. The incident took place in the violet line of Delhi Metro, whe
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
APIs become key must-have strategy component for enterprises

APIs become key must-have strategy component for enterprises

APIs have now become a key must-have strategy component for enterprises. According to a report, the global, API management market size is estimated to grow from USD606.8 million in 2016 to USD2,665.3 million by 2021, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Second phase of census begins in Khyber Agency

Second phase of census begins in Khyber Agency

The second phase of the 6th population census has started in Khyber Agency on Tuesday that will continue till May 25. According to the official of Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, in the second phase, census will be conducted in 21 districts in Punjab and S
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Dar for building Pak-US relationship under Trump administration

Dar for building Pak-US relationship under Trump administration

US Acting Deputy Secretary of State Tom Shannon called on Finance Minister Ishaq Dar at Pakistan Embassy Washington DC on Monday. Dar, who is visiting the United States to participate in the spring meetings of the World Bank and IMF, is utilizing his stay
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
83 discarded ambulances auctioned

83 discarded ambulances auctioned

Open auction of 83 old ambulances already declared condemned by the technical experts for the use of emergency services was held at Punjab Emergency Service "Rescue-1122" Headquarters at Ferozpur Road on Tuesday. More than 65 bidders participated in the o
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Cabinet forms panel to reformulate PM's housing project

Cabinet forms panel to reformulate PM's housing project

The federal cabinet has constituted a committee headed by Minister for Housing and Works, Akram Khan Durrani to reformulate Prime Minister's Home Ownership Programme for Everyone (HOPE). Prime Minister's close aide and Minister for Railways, Khawaja Saad
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
UnionPay, Summit Bank sign agreement

UnionPay, Summit Bank sign agreement

UnionPay International announced that it has signed an issuance agreement with Pakistan Summit Bank. According to the agreement, the two sides will jointly issue UnionPay cards to support the trade, economic co-operation and personnel exchanges between Ch
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
CAA to recover pending dues from SAI

CAA to recover pending dues from SAI

Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) is all set to exercise its regulatory powers to collect long pending dues from Shaheen Air International (SAI). According to PCAA, SAI has again resorted to the misconduct of non-payment of PCAA outstanding dues an
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Rangers to stay as Karachiites want peace & tranquility, says Zubair

Rangers to stay as Karachiites want peace & tranquility, says Zubair

Pakistan Rangers, Sindh, will remain present in Karachi till the residents of metropolis are desirous to have them around, said Governnor of Sindh, Muhammad Zubair Addressing a dinner organized as networking session by Bin Qasim Association of Trade and I
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Investiture ceremony held at Malir Cantt

Investiture ceremony held at Malir Cantt

An Investiture ceremony held at Malir Cantt on Tuesday. Lieutenant General Shahid Baig Mirza, Corps Commander Karachi conferred military awards to army personnel for acts of gallantry during operations, outstanding performance in respective fields and for
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
PBIF stresses for reducing line losses

PBIF stresses for reducing line losses

President of Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum (PBIF) Mian Zahid Hussain has said that the data regarding power generation and losses of electricity should not be kept hidden from people and other government departments so that all can know the
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Urdu Bazaar raided on alleged terrorist's information: Rangers

Urdu Bazaar raided on alleged terrorist's information: Rangers

Pakistan Rangers Sindh on pointation of a most wanted alleged terrorist, belonging to a proscribed Organization, raided the building in lane number three, Urdu Bazar area, resulting in killing of four alleged terrorists, said a spokesman of Pakistan Range
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shell Pakistan posts PAT of Rs 1,396 million

Shell Pakistan posts PAT of Rs 1,396 million

The Board of Directors of Shell Pakistan Limited has announced the first quarter results for the company on 20th April. The Company posted an after tax profit of Rs 1,396 million compared to the profit of Rs 21 million made in the same period last year. T
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shell Pakistan posts PAT of Rs 1,396 million

Shell Pakistan posts PAT of Rs 1,396 million

The Board of Directors of Shell Pakistan Limited has announced the first quarter results for the company on 20th April. The Company posted an after tax profit of Rs 1,396 million compared to the profit of Rs 21 million made in the same period last year. T
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Indus Motor declares third interim dividend of Rs 30 per share

Indus Motor declares third interim dividend of Rs 30 per share

A meeting of the Board of Directors of Indus Motor Company Limited was held on April 24, 2017. On the basis of un-audited accounts of the company for the nine months and quarter ended March 31, 2017, the Company declared profit after tax of Rs 10.2 billio
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Indus Motor declares third interim dividend of Rs 30 per share

Indus Motor declares third interim dividend of Rs 30 per share

A meeting of the Board of Directors of Indus Motor Company Limited was held on April 24, 2017. On the basis of un-audited accounts of the company for the nine months and quarter ended March 31, 2017, the Company declared profit after tax of Rs 10.2 billio
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Bank Alfalah posts profit before tax of Rs 4.290 billion

Bank Alfalah posts profit before tax of Rs 4.290 billion

The Board of Directors of Bank Alfalah Limited in their meeting held on 24 April 2017, approved the Bank's quarterly un-audited financial statements for the quarter ended March 31, 2017. The Bank posted Profit before tax of Rs 4.290 Billion for the quarte
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Bank Alfalah posts profit before tax of Rs 4.290 billion

Bank Alfalah posts profit before tax of Rs 4.290 billion

The Board of Directors of Bank Alfalah Limited in their meeting held on 24 April 2017, approved the Bank's quarterly un-audited financial statements for the quarter ended March 31, 2017. The Bank posted Profit before tax of Rs 4.290 Billion for the quarte
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
JI launches one million petition drive against KE

JI launches one million petition drive against KE

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi has launched one million petition drive as a part of its comprehensive campaign against the K-Electric. The drive is aimed to provide a platform for a legal battle to the affected people. JI Karachi chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
NAFA rating upgraded

NAFA rating upgraded

Pacra has upgraded Asset Manager Rating of NBP Fullerton Asset Management Limited (NAFA) to AM1 (very high quality). This is the highest rating that an Asset Management Company can achieve. NAFA is among the only two Asset Management Companies in Pakistan
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
NAFA rating upgraded

NAFA rating upgraded

Pacra has upgraded Asset Manager Rating of NBP Fullerton Asset Management Limited (NAFA) to AM1 (very high quality). This is the highest rating that an Asset Management Company can achieve. NAFA is among the only two Asset Management Companies in Pakistan
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Minister satisfied over PIA's future plans

Minister satisfied over PIA's future plans

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Shaikh Aftab Ahmed visited PIA headquarters last evening and was given briefing on various departments of the airline by Acting CEO Nayyar Hayat. While expressing satisfaction over PIA's future plans, he emphasi
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Plagiarism: Training workshop begins at SU

Plagiarism: Training workshop begins at SU

A 3-day training workshop on "Quality Assurance, Plagiarism, ICT Skills in Research Management" got underway at University of Sindh, Jamshoro under the auspices of Quality Enhancement Cell of the varsity. The event was inaugurated by Professor Dr Muneerud
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Punjab police devise new policy for transfers, postings

Punjab police devise new policy for transfers, postings

The Punjab police have devised a new policy for transfers and postings of its officers and officials by virtue of which its employees can recommend three places of liking for posting. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Operations) Dr Haider Ashraf said t
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Nisar urges top civil brass to show leadership qualities

Nisar urges top civil brass to show leadership qualities

Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan Tuesday urged top brass of civil service to lead from the front in raising service delivery level, improving work environment of the public sector organizations, taking initiatives, showing leadership qualities an
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
'Road Safety' awareness seminar held

'Road Safety' awareness seminar held

The Motorway Police in collaboration with the Lahore Press Club on Tuesday held a seminar to create awareness among the people about the importance of abiding 'road safety' rules and regulations. Speaking on this occasion, Motorway SSP Masroor Alam Kolach
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Second phase of Punjab Youth Peace Core begins tomorrow

Second phase of Punjab Youth Peace Core begins tomorrow

The Youth Affairs Department, Government of Punjab launched second phase of its Punjab Youth Peace Core. This was announced during a press conference on Tuesday. The press conference was addressed by Tehmina Habib, Deputy Secretary Planning and Sabiha Sha
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Four terrorists of Jindullah killed in Urdu Bazaar 'encounter'

Four terrorists of Jindullah killed in Urdu Bazaar 'encounter'

Pakistan Rangers Sindh targeted raid Monday night killed four terrorists of banned outfit Jindullah. Terrorists killed include Zahid Afridi, Faheem Hameed, Muhammad Hafeez Ullah Quettawal, Mama and a lady facilitator Afshan, says ISPR press release.
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Hyderabad light engineering support centre to open on April 28

Hyderabad light engineering support centre to open on April 28

The Federal Minister for Industries and Production Ghulam Murtaza Khan Jatoi will inaugurate Hyderabad Light Engineering Support Centre on April 28 (Friday). Technology Upgradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) has established the centre at a cos
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Hyderabad light engineering support centre to open on April 28

Hyderabad light engineering support centre to open on April 28

The Federal Minister for Industries and Production Ghulam Murtaza Khan Jatoi will inaugurate Hyderabad Light Engineering Support Centre on April 28 (Friday). Technology Upgradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) has established the centre at a cos
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Dr Asim case: KDA ex-official's bail plea referred to SHC CJ

Dr Asim case: KDA ex-official's bail plea referred to SHC CJ

The Sindh High Court (SHC) bench referred the bail plea of Karachi Development Authority's (KDA) former director land Syed Athar Hussain, the co-accused in Dr Asim Hussain's Rs 432.5 billion corruption reference, to the chief justice for the disposal.
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Sindh Assembly witnesses rowdy session

Sindh Assembly witnesses rowdy session

PPP members of the Sindh Assembly harshly criticized the leadership of the PML-F on Tuesday, amid a noisy protest by the opposition party, with the microphones turned off. Deputy Speaker Shehla Raza denied the opposition party's legislators the chance to
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
British Council hosts seminar

British Council hosts seminar

In collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, the British Council in Pakistan hosted an international partner's seminar to celebrate and further develop collaborations on joint programmes for improving institutional capacity of
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
CJCSC visits ASFC HQs

CJCSC visits ASFC HQs

General Zubair Mahmood Hayat, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), visited Headquarters of Army Strategic Force Command (ASFC) today. He was also accompanied by Director General Strategic Plans Division Lieutenant General Mazhar Jamil. CJCSC
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Karachi be allocated additional 1200 cusecs of water: CM

Karachi be allocated additional 1200 cusecs of water: CM

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said on Tuesday that the Sindh government had allowed water for twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi on the condition that Karachi would also be given additional 1200 cusecs of water for domestic use. "Since
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Removal of name from ECL: SHC to hear Dr Asim's plea next month

Removal of name from ECL: SHC to hear Dr Asim's plea next month

Despite getting permission from Anti-Terrorism Court to go abroad, the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Karachi chapter president Dr Asim Hussain will have to wait at least till first week of May as the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Tuesday discharged his petiti
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Dawn says it faces hacking attempts

Dawn says it faces hacking attempts

A English-language Dawn is facing hacking attempts, the publication said on Tuesday. Dawn Media Group said unknown hackers are constantly trying to penetrate its official social media accounts and staff accounts. "Hackers and malicious groups attempt to d
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Jam Madad Ali takes oath as Sindh MPA

Jam Madad Ali takes oath as Sindh MPA

Pakistan Muslim League (Functional) lawmaker and former opposition leader in Sindh Assembly Jam Madad Ali has taken oath in the Sindh Assembly after winning the PS-81 (Sanghar-Mirpurkhas) seat. An oath-taking ceremony was held today at the Sindh Assembly
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Opposition agitates as Punjab Assembly Speaker rejects resolution

Opposition agitates as Punjab Assembly Speaker rejects resolution

Opposition was not being granted permission to present resolution for disqualification of prime minister in the assembly here on Tuesday agitated in Punjab Assembly 28th session. Opposition while raising slogans against prime minister threw copies of agen
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Zardari lambastes Nawaz, Imran at Malakand rally

Zardari lambastes Nawaz, Imran at Malakand rally

Pakistan Peoples Party Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari slammed political rivals Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Imran Khan in the party's Malakand rally on Tuesday. Addressing a gathering of PPP supporters and workers, Zardari criticized that Nawaz Sharif wa
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Girl killed for honour

Girl killed for honour

A pitiless man gunned down his sister for honour here on Tuesday and escaped after committing the murder. Police said that accused hailing from Kassowal area of Chichawatni was suspicious about character of his real sister. The culprit exchanged hot words
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Don't speculate on Dawn Leaks issue, Marriyum tells media

Don't speculate on Dawn Leaks issue, Marriyum tells media

State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb has said politics of baseless allegations should now be abandoned, adding the media should not run speculation-based news items on Dawn Leaks issue till the official report in the matter i
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Hot weather forecast for Punjab

Hot weather forecast for Punjab

The meteorological department has forecast hot weather ahead, saying that there is no further chance of rain. It may be noted that the weather had taken a pleasant twist last week when clouds kept control of skies leading to spells of rains throughout Pun
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shahbaz reviews measures to set up Ramazan Bazaars

Shahbaz reviews measures to set up Ramazan Bazaars

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif presided over a meeting to review measures to set up Ramazan Bazaars during the holy month of Ramadan. Addressing the meeting, the CM said that special relief will be provided to the people during the month of Ramadan
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
'Friday's anti-Nawaz rally to be first of many'

'Friday's anti-Nawaz rally to be first of many'

The protest planned for Friday in Islamabad against Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will be the first in a number of follow-up events after the Supreme Court's decision in the Panama Papers case, Chief Minister Parvez Khattak told party members on Tuesday.
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shanghai copper rises

Shanghai copper rises

Copper reversed early losses in Asia on Tuesday to trade higher on the back of strong regional equities markets that broadened investor appeal for cyclical assets such as industrial commodities. The most-traded copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exch
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Copper climbs on risk appetite following French vote

Copper climbs on risk appetite following French vote

Copper hit a week high on Tuesday as risk appetite continued to strengthen following centrist Emmanuel Macron's victory in the first round of the French presidential election on Sunday, though gains were capped by worries over demand in China. With opinio
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Rubber gains

Rubber gains

Benchmark Tokyo rubber futures rose on Tuesday, getting support from a weaker yen and firm Shanghai futures. Tokyo Commodity Exchange (TOCOM) futures, which set the tone for tyre rubber prices in Southeast Asia, also got support after an official with a c
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Palm oil sees steepest fall in one week
Currency

Palm oil sees steepest fall in one week

Malaysian palm oil futures had their weakest intraday performance in one week, snapping two straight sessions of gains, as a stronger ringgit and concerns over rising production weighed on the market. The benchmark palm oil contract for July delivery on t
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Robusta coffee hits 7-1/2-month low, arabica rebounds

Robusta coffee hits 7-1/2-month low, arabica rebounds

Robusta coffee futures on ICE slid to a 7-1/2-month low on Tuesday, pressured by chart-based selling as the market suffered its biggest five-day slump since 2011. Arabica coffee bounced up from a 10-1/2-month low after four straight sessions lower. July r
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Gold slides in New York

Gold slides in New York

Gold fell more than 1 percent on Monday, after the market's favoured French presidential candidate won the first round of the country's election, but prices pared losses as US Treasury yields came off their highs. Centrist Emmanuel Macron took a big step
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Gold eases in Asia

Gold eases in Asia

Gold prices eased on Tuesday as investor sentiment remained skewed towards riskier assets in the wake of the French election results last weekend, though concerns over Korean peninsula limited the safe-haven's losses. Spot gold was down 0.2 percent at $1,
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Gold dips in Europe

Gold dips in Europe

Gold prices fell on Tuesday as markets became less concerned that far-right leader Marine Le Pen would win the French presidential election, increasing investor appetite for risky assets such as stocks while denting bullion. Spot gold was down 0.5 percent
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Corn jumps

Corn jumps

US corn futures rose for a second straight session on Tuesday on a slower-than-average start to planting in the United States and forecasts for Midwest rains that will stall further progress. Soyabean prices retreated after hitting a three-week high in th
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold at two-week low

US MIDDAY: gold at two-week low

Gold prices fell to a two-week low on Tuesday as markets became less concerned that far-right leader Marine Le Pen would win the French presidential election, increasing investor appetite for risky assets such as stocks while denting bullion.
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Cotton rises on mill support, short-covering
Cotton

Cotton rises on mill support, short-covering

ICE cotton futures rose on Tuesday, supported by mill fixations and short-covering, amid a softer US dollar. "There's been a bit of selling yesterday and today early on and then the fixation buying came in and propped it back up," said Peter Egli, directo
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Oil breaks losing streak ahead of US inventory data

Oil breaks losing streak ahead of US inventory data

Oil prices edged up in volatile trading on Tuesday, rebounding from six days of losses, ahead of US crude inventory data forecast to show a drawdown. US crude futures settled up 33 cents to $49.56 a barrel, breaking a streak that saw the benchmark lose 7.
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
'Panamagate verdict fallout'

'Panamagate verdict fallout'

This is apropos a Business Recorder editorial "Panamagate verdict fallout" carried by the newspaper on Tuesday. The newspaper has presented a highly objective analysis of the post-verdict situation in the country. It has argued, among other things,
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Trump's first 100 days - Brussels and Berlin wary, London friendly

Trump's first 100 days - Brussels and Berlin wary, London friendly

Donald Trump marks his first 100 days in power on Saturday with many of Washington's European allies having had an uneasy start to relations with the new US president. Only in Britain has the government appeared to actively embrace the Trump administratio
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Investors take another look at opinion polls after French vote

Investors take another look at opinion polls after French vote

Pollsters picked the two candidates to make it into next month's French presidential election run-off, going some way to restoring their reputation in financial markets before other important votes across Europe. Centrist Emmanuel Macron won Sunday's firs
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Challenges of the digital age

Challenges of the digital age

Transportation of all kinds, road, rail, sea, air as well as through pipelines has become digitally hi-tech. And that is perhaps what we have to cope with as China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project gets into top gear by perhaps 2020. China, the le
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Justice delayed is justice denied

Justice delayed is justice denied

Justice is only possible if the case is heard and decided. This is the minimum requirement of justice. But that is not happening in today's Pakistan. By the end of 2016, some three million cases were pending in various courts and given the avalanche of ne
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Unrestrained water pollution
Cotton

Unrestrained water pollution

Speakers at a seminar on "Water Footprint of Cotton Value Chain", hosted the other day by the University of Agriculture at Faisalabad, warned of the hazards industrial effluents pose to human health. Indeed, improper disposal of industrial effluents conta
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
The energy sector

The energy sector

It has been reported that the Cabinet Division has been granted the power to set electricity tariff to the Minister for Water and Power, Khawaja Asif. The reasons are twofold: (i) the line losses as well as actual bill collection allowed by the regulator,
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Chhota Rajan jailed for seven years

Chhota Rajan jailed for seven years

Indian gangster Chhota Rajan was jailed for seven years on Tuesday for passport fraud, the first prison term handed to the so-called "Hindu don" who had evaded capture for more than 20 years. Rajan, once India's most wanted man, had been found guilty in a
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Chhota Rajan jailed for seven years

Chhota Rajan jailed for seven years

Indian gangster Chhota Rajan was jailed for seven years on Tuesday for passport fraud, the first prison term handed to the so-called "Hindu don" who had evaded capture for more than 20 years. Rajan, once India's most wanted man, had been found guilty in a
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Ukraine cuts off power to part of separatist east

Ukraine cuts off power to part of separatist east

Ukraine on Tuesday cut off electricity to the insurgent-run area of its eastern Lugansk province over unpaid bills in a step likely to bind the separatist territory even closer to Moscow. The region's Kremlin-backed leaders said the measure had little imp
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Anti-PM uproar mars KP PA proceedings

Anti-PM uproar mars KP PA proceedings

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution asking the Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to quit in the light of Supreme Court's verdict in the Panama Papers case in a controversial manner. The house, however, failed to follow the laid down rules
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Anti-PM uproar mars KP PA proceedings

Anti-PM uproar mars KP PA proceedings

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution asking the Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to quit in the light of Supreme Court's verdict in the Panama Papers case in a controversial manner. The house, however, failed to follow the laid down rules
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Dawn Leaks: Nisar briefs PM about inquiry body's report

Dawn Leaks: Nisar briefs PM about inquiry body's report

The Dawn Leaks inquiry committee report has held three top government functionaries, including former Information Minister Pervez Rashid, responsible for leaking sensitive information to the newspaper. Sources said that Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Al
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Dawn Leaks: Nisar briefs PM about inquiry body's report

Dawn Leaks: Nisar briefs PM about inquiry body's report

The Dawn Leaks inquiry committee report has held three top government functionaries, including former Information Minister Pervez Rashid, responsible for leaking sensitive information to the newspaper. Sources said that Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Al
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Another four hardcore terrorists hanged

Another four hardcore terrorists hanged

Another four hardcore terrorists, who were involved in committing heinous offences relating to terrorism, including killing of innocent civilians, attacking Armed Forces of Pakistan and law enforcement agencies have been executed at a jail in Khyber Pakht
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Tuesday (April 25, 2017) and the forecast for Wednesday (April 26, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Another four hardcore terrorists hanged

Another four hardcore terrorists hanged

Another four hardcore terrorists, who were involved in committing heinous offences relating to terrorism, including killing of innocent civilians, attacking Armed Forces of Pakistan and law enforcement agencies have been executed at a jail in Khyber Pakht
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Tuesday (April 25, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

Apropos a news item titled "RBOD project abandoned due to non-availability of funds," Wapda spokesperson has clarified that RBOD project has not been abandoned. The spokesperson has made it clear that the project for installation of treatment plants along
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Monday official prices.

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

Apropos a news item titled "RBOD project abandoned due to non-availability of funds," Wapda spokesperson has clarified that RBOD project has not been abandoned. The spokesperson has made it clear that the project for installation of treatment plants along
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Monday official prices.

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

Apropos a news item titled "RBOD project abandoned due to non-availability of funds," Wapda spokesperson has clarified that RBOD project has not been abandoned. The spokesperson has made it clear that the project for installation of treatment plants along
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday (April 25, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

RBOD project not abandoned: Wapda

Apropos a news item titled "RBOD project abandoned due to non-availability of funds," Wapda spokesperson has clarified that RBOD project has not been abandoned. The spokesperson has made it clear that the project for installation of treatment plants along
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (April 25, 2017)

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX
Cotton

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Tuesday (April 25, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is re-verifying all income tax/withholding tax exemption certificates of Rs 118 billion issued at import stage during 2016-17 as compared to Rs 109 billion worth certificates issued in 2015-16. Sources said that the exem
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (April 25, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is re-verifying all income tax/withholding tax exemption certificates of Rs 118 billion issued at import stage during 2016-17 as compared to Rs 109 billion worth certificates issued in 2015-16. Sources said that the exem
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (April 25, 2017).

Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

FBR re-verifying all IT/WHT exemption certificates

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is re-verifying all income tax/withholding tax exemption certificates of Rs 118 billion issued at import stage during 2016-17 as compared to Rs 109 billion worth certificates issued in 2015-16. Sources said that the exem
Published 26 Apr, 2017 12:00am
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