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Print - 2018-08-19
Merkel, Putin tackle tough topics in meeting outside Berlin

Merkel, Putin tackle tough topics in meeting outside Berlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel met outside Berlin on Saturday for talks ranging from the conflicts in Ukraine and Syria, to Iran and a gas pipeline project that has drawn US ire. Standing beside Putin, Merkel said bot
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Ex-CIA directors issue unprecedented Trump condemnation

Ex-CIA directors issue unprecedented Trump condemnation

Former CIA directors and another half dozen of America's most senior spies have issued an unprecedented condemnation of President Donald Trump, after his decision to blacklist their colleague John Brennan. In a statement, ex-CIA bosses appointed by Republ
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Elephants take the flag in Indonesia independence ceremony

Elephants take the flag in Indonesia independence ceremony

A trio of rare elephants led an unusual ceremony in the Sumatran jungle Friday, raising Indonesia's red and white flag to help mark the country's independence day. Brandishing a flagpole flying the national colours by the trunk, lead elephant Ulu marched
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
US-backed forces repel IS attack in east Syria

US-backed forces repel IS attack in east Syria

US-backed forces have repelled a raid by the Islamic State group targeting barracks housing American and French troops in eastern Syria, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Saturday. The Syrian Democratic Forces and the US-led coalition supportin
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Boko Haram jihadists kill four farmers

Boko Haram jihadists kill four farmers

Four farmers were killed by Boko Haram jihadists outside a key northeast Nigerian city, a militia leader and survivor told AFP on Saturday. On Friday, around a dozen Boko Haram Islamists riding on motorcycles stormed crop fields near Ali Goshe village, si
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Qatar accuses Saudia Arabia of barring Hajj pilgrims

Qatar accuses Saudia Arabia of barring Hajj pilgrims

Qatar has accused Saudi Arabia of barring its citizens from this year's Hajj, something Riyadh denies, saying a diplomatic dispute is not stopping Qataris from making the pilgrimage to Makkah. Although 1,200 Qataris are eligible to perform the Hajj under
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
100 women freed from sex traffickers in Mexico

100 women freed from sex traffickers in Mexico

Some 100 women from across Latin America and eastern Europe were freed from sex traffickers Friday by Mexican police, who arrested 18 men on human trafficking charges, authorities said. The women were found in a dawn raid on a brothel in central Mexico Ci
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Putin attends Austrian foreign minister's wedding

Putin attends Austrian foreign minister's wedding

Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the wedding of Austrian Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl on Saturday, in a visit that the opposition says has damaged Austria's reputation for political neutrality. Putin was one of around 100 guests at Kneissl's we
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Global soyabean demand rising without China's help

Global soyabean demand rising without China's help

The United States has been recently shipping larger amounts of soyabeans to destinations other than China, including those who are not heavy US customers, and the increased activity has some market participants skeptical as to why these other countries wo
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Top oil hedge funds suffer big losses after July price plunge

Top oil hedge funds suffer big losses after July price plunge

Two of the world's largest energy-focused hedge funds, Andurand Capital and BBL Commodities, suffered double-digit percentage losses in July as oil prices plunged by the most in two years, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Friday.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
In Ivory Coast, global rubber glut erases profits

In Ivory Coast, global rubber glut erases profits

"We're not earning anything from it any more, we have nothing," says a rubber farmer in Ivory Coast, Africa's top producer, where revenues from natural rubber have been slashed by global oversupply.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Paulson keeps stake in gold investments in second quarter

Paulson keeps stake in gold investments in second quarter

New York-based Paulson & Co, led by longtime gold bull John Paulson, kept its stake in gold investments during the second quarter of 2018, while other heavyweights including Soros Fund Management LLC, Jana Partners LLC and Caxton Corp all remained unexpos
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
China coal output hits lowest in years

China coal output hits lowest in years

China's coal output fell 2 percent in July to its lowest in years as Beijing's crackdown on polluting industries crimped mining in the world's top consumer of the fuel, driving import demand as hot weather boosted thermal power generation. The country pro
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Shanghai exchange approves new aluminium warehouse

Shanghai exchange approves new aluminium warehouse

The Shanghai Futures Exchange (ShfE) says it has approved a new designated delivery warehouse for its aluminium futures in northeast China's Liaoning province. The exchange will use 20,000 tonnes of Yingkou Port Group Corp's approved 50,000-tonne capacity
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Argentina suspends cuts in soyameal, soyaoil export taxes

Argentina suspends cuts in soyameal, soyaoil export taxes

Argentina has suspended for six months its program of gradually cutting taxes on exports of soyameal and soyaoil, the Treasury Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday, part of the government's fiscal tightening program. International shipments of both soy
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
EU wheat harvests shrink, but quality remains good

EU wheat harvests shrink, but quality remains good

Wheat harvests in major European Union countries are winding down with drought having shrunk crop sizes but quality generally good, analysts said on Friday. "The market consensus emerging is that German new-crop wheat is generally decent quality with good
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Prices of essential kitchen items witness decline

Prices of essential kitchen items witness decline

Prices of essential kitchen items witnessed a decline during this week past as compared to preceding week, a survey conducted by Business Recorder revealed here on Saturday. The survey observed that during the week under review, prices of most of v
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Punjab CS reviews law, order situation

Punjab CS reviews law, order situation

Chief Secretary Punjab Akbar Durrani on Saturday asked government officers to implement open door policy to resolve people's problems, saying that they should use their authority for wellbeing of public and contributing towards progress of the country.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
USAID-IFMP train professionals on capital markets

USAID-IFMP train professionals on capital markets

The second in a series of master class workshops on 'Capital Market and Fixed Income Investment Certification' concludes in Karachi, stated a press release on Saturday.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
USAID-IFMP train professionals on capital markets

USAID-IFMP train professionals on capital markets

The second in a series of master class workshops on 'Capital Market and Fixed Income Investment Certification' concludes in Karachi, stated a press release on Saturday.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Fair taxation system must for Naya Pakistan: RITBA

Fair taxation system must for Naya Pakistan: RITBA

Rawalpindi Islamabad Tax Bar Association (RITBA) on Saturday said a new and equitable tax system is imperative for a successful Naya Pakistan. A balanced and progressive taxation system is needed to promote the tax culture, reduce mistrust between the tax
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Babra Sharif donates Rs one million for dams

Babra Sharif donates Rs one million for dams

Veteran actress Babra Sharif called on Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar on Saturday and donated rupees one million for the fund established by the Supreme Court for construction of dams in Pakistan. Babra presented the cheque to the chief justice and said t
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Women among three killed in road mishap

Women among three killed in road mishap

Women among three people were killed in a dreadful road accident in the metropolis on Saturday, police said. The accident took place near Safoora Chowrangi Malir check post, Karachi where an over speeding knocked down a motorcycle carrying three people. A
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Sacked judges urge PHC CJ to review decision

Sacked judges urge PHC CJ to review decision

A group of sacked judges have complained that they have been terminated without any solid reason, proper evidence and demanded of chief justice of Peshawar High Court to review the decision and ensure fair trial in their case.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Sidhu's heart-winning gesture of embracing CoAS

Sidhu's heart-winning gesture of embracing CoAS

Former Indian cricketer and incumbent politician, Navjot Singh Sidhu, continues to win hearts in Pakistan with his peace-making overtures after arriving in the country to attend Imran Khan's oath-taking ceremony. In a latest heart-warming gesture, the Ind
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
ANP to form parliamentary Jirga for KP rights

ANP to form parliamentary Jirga for KP rights

General Secretary ANP, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Hussain Babak has said that their party is going to constitute a Parliamentary Jirga comprising of the representatives of all political parties for the achievement of the constitutional rights of the provi
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Azam appointed Principal Secretary to PM

Azam appointed Principal Secretary to PM

Former Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mohammad Azam has been appointed as Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to a notification, Mohammad Azam, who was working as a grade-21 officer, will now perform his duties at the PM H
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Carjacking cases on the rise in capital

Carjacking cases on the rise in capital

The incidents of carjacking registered an increase in the federal capital as over seven cases of motor vehicle theft were reported to different police stations of the city during the last week. According to data gathered by Business Recorder here o
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Sale of sacrificial animals gaining momentum

Sale of sacrificial animals gaining momentum

The prices of sacrificial animals, especially goats and sheep have increased significantly as the purchasing process has gained momentum ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. As the second religious Muslims festival Eid-ul-Azha, a number of cattle makeshift cattle market
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Ensure proper cleanliness during Eidul Azha: Askari

Ensure proper cleanliness during Eidul Azha: Askari

Interim Punjab Chief Minister, Dr Hasan Askari, has directed the administrations, solid waste management companies and departments concerned to make excellent cleanliness arrangements across the province on Eid-ul-Azha.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
PSCA terms DRF's report 'baseless'

PSCA terms DRF's report 'baseless'

Terming the recently published research report of Digital Rights Foundation (DRF) titled "Punjab Government's Safe Cities Project: Safer City or Over Policing" as baseless, Punjab Safe Cities Authority Chief Operating Officer Akbar Nasir Khan said on Satu
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Buzdar declares assets worth Rs 25 million

Buzdar declares assets worth Rs 25 million

Details of assets of nominated candidate of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Usman Buzdar has been made public which suggest that he owns assets worth Rs 25 million. According to details, Buzdar owns three tractors worth Rs 2.4 million and two vehicles worth
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Askari pays tributes to Annan

Askari pays tributes to Annan

Interim Chief Minister Punjab Dr Hasan Askari has expressed grief and sorrow over the death of former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan. He paid tribute to social, political and international services of the former UN Secretary General and said Kofi Annan p
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
CJP takes notice of citizen's assault by PTI MPA

CJP takes notice of citizen's assault by PTI MPA

Chief Justice of Pakistan Mian Saqib Nisar has taken notice of physical assault by MPA of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Imran Ali Shah on a citizen Daud Chauhan at Karachi. The Chief Justice issued notice to Imran Ali Shah and Daud Chauhan and called a report
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
IPPs optimistic of getting payment issue resolved

IPPs optimistic of getting payment issue resolved

Pinning high hopes on the PTI-led government, the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are looking forward for resolution of their serious financial crisis on account of overdue receivables from NTDC/CPPA.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
SAVDEX-2018 expo ends

SAVDEX-2018 expo ends

The three-day Suppliers and Vendors Defence Exhibition (SAVDEX-2018) organized by Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) and Defence Export Promotion Organization (DEPO) was concluded here at the Expo Center. The DEPO's representatives and the LCCI
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
FCCI chief lauds peaceful transition of power

FCCI chief lauds peaceful transition of power

Shabbir Hussain Chawla President Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FCCI) has expressed satisfaction on the successful and peaceful completion of transition of power process in Pakistan. Talking to newsmen, he congratulated Prime Minister Imran Kh
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
FBR starts mega survey to broaden tax net

FBR starts mega survey to broaden tax net

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated mega survey in the city to broaden the tax net, said sources. Under the survey, the business volume and land measurement of private hospitals, schools, colleges, academies, marriage halls and restaurants wo
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
PU-KEMU accord for research

PU-KEMU accord for research

Punjab University Faculty of Health Sciences Acting Dean Prof Dr Rubeena Zakar has visited King Edward Medical University (KEMU) and had a meeting with the Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Masood Gondal. Since KEMU is a premier institution in Health Sciences, Dr R
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
MDCAT planned for September 16 in Punjab

MDCAT planned for September 16 in Punjab

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) will conduct the medical and dental colleges' admission test (MDCAT) on September 16 in 13 cities of the province. The online registration of MDCAT through the Bank of Punjab (BoP) has started from Friday and will c
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Imran to herald new era of economic prosperity: Iftikhar

Imran to herald new era of economic prosperity: Iftikhar

SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry Senior Vice President Iftikhar Ali Malik felicitating PTI Chairman Imran Khan for assuming portfolio of Prime Minister said that his induction would usher in an era of economic prosperity and bring the country on rig
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
APNS hails Fawad's appointment

APNS hails Fawad's appointment

The APNS welcomes Fawad Chaudhry as Information Minister of the New Government headed by Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Need stressed for redefining ties with regional powers

Need stressed for redefining ties with regional powers

Students of the different universalities on Saturday at a roundtable talk urged the government to redefine the scope of the country' relations with regional powers. Pakistan Institute of International Affairs (PIIA) organized the talk at the institute's l
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
PHMA for ending delay in exemption certification on machinery

PHMA for ending delay in exemption certification on machinery

Textile exporters have complained about not getting the machinery withholding income tax exemption certificate despite the online requisition through the IRIS system, asking the FBR for an immediate help to end the crisis.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Business community hopes government will boost economic activities

Business community hopes government will boost economic activities

Business community has congratulated Imran Khan on becoming 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan and hoped that government would make efforts to boost economic activities, improve investment climate and bring country out of economic crisis.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Huge quantity of smuggled liquor seized in Balochistan

Huge quantity of smuggled liquor seized in Balochistan

Model Customs Collectorate (MCC), Gwadar on Saturday claimed to have seized huge quantity of smuggled liquors in Balochistan. According to details, the action was taken on a tip-off, which revealed that myriad quantity of smuggled liquor was dumped at Kal
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
'Microfinance banks cater to needs of small traders'

'Microfinance banks cater to needs of small traders'

At the inception of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) in May 2015, the State Bank of Pakistan stated that only 10 percent of the adult population of Pakistan has access to formal financial services. The NFIS set an ambitious plan to ensure
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
REAP urges Imran to address economic issues

REAP urges Imran to address economic issues

Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has urged newly elected Prime Minister Imran Khan to address the economic issues on top priority basis for a sustainable growth. Rafique Suleman Senior Vice Chairman REAP has expressed his heartiest congratula
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Stable economy: trade diplomacy through embassies urged

Stable economy: trade diplomacy through embassies urged

The Businessmen Panel (BMP) felicitated Imran Khan on his election as 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan and expressed hope that his government would ensure stable economy through effective policies which could help reduce trade deficit of the country.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Eva announces travel show for Pakistan

Eva announces travel show for Pakistan

Eva zu Beck, travel vlogger behind PIA's viral 'Kiki Challenge' video, on Saturday announced to start the world's first interactive travel show for Pakistan combining social media, TV, live content, written word and on the ground activities.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Ghazni attack: FO terms Afghan propaganda 'malicious'

Ghazni attack: FO terms Afghan propaganda 'malicious'

The recent battle between Afghan security forces and Taliban in Ghazni has once again fuelled tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan with Afghan authorities alleging that dozens of Pakistani nationals were among more than 400 militants killed in fierce
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Khan may retain interior ministry's portfolio with himself

Khan may retain interior ministry's portfolio with himself

Newly-elected Prime Minister Imran Khan is likely to keep portfolio of the all-powerful Interior Ministry with himself after two of his close aides - Pervez Khattak and Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed - were adamant to get the slot in order to become top security cz
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan grieved over Annan's death

Pakistan grieved over Annan's death

The government and people of Pakistan are deeply saddened at the passing away of former UN Secretary General, Kofi Annan - a great son of Africa and an international statesman. He was one of the leading icons of cooperative multilateralism. Annan served t
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Anwar Mansoor may replace Khalid as AGP

Anwar Mansoor may replace Khalid as AGP

Renowned legal expert Anwar Mansoor Khan is likely to replace Khalid Jawed as new attorney general for Pakistan. The news of Anwar Mansoor becoming new attorney general flashed on state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) and the private TV channels. However, n
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Indian firing kills Pakistani national: ISPR

Indian firing kills Pakistani national: ISPR

The Pakistani military said Saturday that at least one civilian was killed in Indian forces' firing along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir region. "Indian troops resorted to unprovoked firing along LoC in Danna sector and targeted civil population. Zu
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
By-elections on 11 NA, 26 PA seats on October 14

By-elections on 11 NA, 26 PA seats on October 14

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a schedule for by-elections on 11 National Assembly and 26 provincial assemblies' constituencies and polling for these seats will be held on October 14. According to the schedule, candidates can file th
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Pak-India ties to improve under Imran's leadership: Sidhu

Pak-India ties to improve under Imran's leadership: Sidhu

Former Indian cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu on Saturday said he came to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Prime Minister Imran Khan with a message of love. Sidhu, who is the lone Indian who attended the oath-taking ceremony of Prime Mini
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Civil work on FDU Swat begins

Civil work on FDU Swat begins

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) Sher Ayub Khan has formally inaugurated the beginning of civil work on Fruit Dehydration Unit (FDU) Swat. Those present on the occasion were included General Man
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Bushra Bibi wishes for Pakistan to become Madina-like welfare state

Bushra Bibi wishes for Pakistan to become Madina-like welfare state

The First Lady Bushra Bibi, has said that she wishes for Pakistan to become a Madina-like welfare state providing social justice and equality to all. Talking to a group of media after the oath-taking ceremony of the Prime Minister at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, she
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Prime Minister likely to address nation today

Prime Minister likely to address nation today

Newly Elected Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan is likely address the nation on Sunday (today) evening. He will announce strategies and priorities of his government. Pakistan Television will broadcast the address of Prime Minister.
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Imran stands by decision of nominating Buzdar for CM's slot

Imran stands by decision of nominating Buzdar for CM's slot

Despite allegations of murder against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) nominee for Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar, newly elected Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday stuck to his guns, saying he is the best choice as chief minister of the larges
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
The challenge of corruption - I

The challenge of corruption - I

Business Recorder op-ed writer M Ziauddin in one of his articles "Curbing sources of corruption" had argued that "the practice of granting development funds amounting to billions every year to the elected members of parliament and provincial assemb
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Tehran museum lionises war in which Iran took on 'world'

Tehran museum lionises war in which Iran took on 'world'

With its air raid simulator and battlefield reconstructions, the state-of-the-art Holy Defence Museum in Tehran seeks to glorify the Iran-Iraq war as a time when the country faced down "the whole world".
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
'Great Game' and the CPEC - II

'Great Game' and the CPEC - II

Pakistan is the biggest victim of terrorism. Its soldiers, officers and most of all, its people are ready and willing to give more sacrifices to protect its sovereignty. The argument is that CPEC is one of its kind projects. Its benefits should be shared
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Recurring mine 'accidents'

Recurring mine 'accidents'

In yet another coalmine tragedy, 15 precious lives have been lost. According to reports, 13 people were working in a 400-foot deep coalmine in Sinjidi area of Balochistan when an explosion caused by methane gas concentration brought a major section of it
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
A sordid history of cover-ups

A sordid history of cover-ups

This August 17 marked thirty years since a C-130 carrying the then military ruler General Ziaul Haq and three top generals - chairman joint chiefs of staff committee General Akhtar Abdul Rehman, chief of the general staff Lieutenant-General Mohammad Afzaa
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
More heavy rains likely in Kerala

More heavy rains likely in Kerala

India deployed thousands of soldiers and dozens of helicopters to rescue people marooned by the worst floods in a century in the southern state of Kerala, where the death toll of 186 people as of Saturday could rise fast as rains continue. The weather off
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
More heavy rains likely in Kerala

More heavy rains likely in Kerala

India deployed thousands of soldiers and dozens of helicopters to rescue people marooned by the worst floods in a century in the southern state of Kerala, where the death toll of 186 people as of Saturday could rise fast as rains continue. The weather off
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Belarus prime minister sacked over corruption scandal

Belarus prime minister sacked over corruption scandal

Belarus's strongman leader Alexander Lukashenko on Saturday sacked his prime minister and other key members of government following a corruption scandal that saw top officials arrested. Prime Minister Andrei Kobyakov will be replaced by former development
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Belarus prime minister sacked over corruption scandal

Belarus prime minister sacked over corruption scandal

Belarus's strongman leader Alexander Lukashenko on Saturday sacked his prime minister and other key members of government following a corruption scandal that saw top officials arrested. Prime Minister Andrei Kobyakov will be replaced by former development
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
NAB urges IHC to dismiss Nawaz's plea

NAB urges IHC to dismiss Nawaz's plea

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) prayed to Islamabad High Court to dismiss former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's petition for suspension of the Accountability Court judgment in the Avenfield reference case as well as grant of bail. The NAB on Satur
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
NAB urges IHC to dismiss Nawaz's plea

NAB urges IHC to dismiss Nawaz's plea

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) prayed to Islamabad High Court to dismiss former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's petition for suspension of the Accountability Court judgment in the Avenfield reference case as well as grant of bail. The NAB on Satur
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Indonesia welcomes Asia with explosive opening games ceremony

Indonesia welcomes Asia with explosive opening games ceremony

A spectacular pyrotechnic show, including a simulated volcanic eruption, lit up the Jakarta skyline on Saturday night as Indonesia rolled out the red carpet for the continent's elite athletes in the opening ceremony for the 18th Asian Games. The country's
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Indonesia welcomes Asia with explosive opening games ceremony

Indonesia welcomes Asia with explosive opening games ceremony

A spectacular pyrotechnic show, including a simulated volcanic eruption, lit up the Jakarta skyline on Saturday night as Indonesia rolled out the red carpet for the continent's elite athletes in the opening ceremony for the 18th Asian Games. The country's
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
China rejects 'irresponsible' Pentagon report on bombers

China rejects 'irresponsible' Pentagon report on bombers

China on Saturday rejected what it called an "irresponsible" Pentagon report claiming Beijing's bombers are likely training for strikes against US and allied targets in the Pacific. The Thursday report said China was leveraging its growing military, econo
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
China rejects 'irresponsible' Pentagon report on bombers

China rejects 'irresponsible' Pentagon report on bombers

China on Saturday rejected what it called an "irresponsible" Pentagon report claiming Beijing's bombers are likely training for strikes against US and allied targets in the Pacific. The Thursday report said China was leveraging its growing military, econo
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Sisi approves law tightening internet controls

Sisi approves law tightening internet controls

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has signed off on a law tightening controls over the internet in the country, the official gazette said Saturday. The legislation on "cybercrime" allows authorities, through a judge, to order the blocking of websites
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Sisi approves law tightening internet controls

Sisi approves law tightening internet controls

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has signed off on a law tightening controls over the internet in the country, the official gazette said Saturday. The legislation on "cybercrime" allows authorities, through a judge, to order the blocking of websites
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Security to be provided to new PM under Blue Book

Security to be provided to new PM under Blue Book

Keeping in view security threats and standard operating procedures (SOPs) laid down in the Blue Book for security of VVIPs, the security division of capital police and provincial police departments will provide security to newly-elected Prime Minister Imr
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Security to be provided to new PM under Blue Book

Security to be provided to new PM under Blue Book

Keeping in view security threats and standard operating procedures (SOPs) laid down in the Blue Book for security of VVIPs, the security division of capital police and provincial police departments will provide security to newly-elected Prime Minister Imr
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

The number of 3G and 4G users in Pakistan reached 57.32 million by end-July 2018, said Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The number of mobile phone users in Pakistan reached 150.55 million by end-July 2018 compared to 150.24 by end-June 2018, wh
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

The number of 3G and 4G users in Pakistan reached 57.32 million by end-July 2018, said Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The number of mobile phone users in Pakistan reached 150.55 million by end-July 2018 compared to 150.24 by end-June 2018, wh
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

Number of 3G, 4G users reaches 57.32 million by end-July 2018

The number of 3G and 4G users in Pakistan reached 57.32 million by end-July 2018, said Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The number of mobile phone users in Pakistan reached 150.55 million by end-July 2018 compared to 150.24 by end-June 2018, wh
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
CM Punjab's slot: PPP to abstain from voting

CM Punjab's slot: PPP to abstain from voting

The Pakistan People's Party members in the Punjab Assembly will abstain from voting in the election for the office of Chief Minister Punjab. PPP parliamentary leader in the Punjab Assembly Hassan Murtaza said the PPP members would attend the session witho
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
CM Punjab's slot: PPP to abstain from voting

CM Punjab's slot: PPP to abstain from voting

The Pakistan People's Party members in the Punjab Assembly will abstain from voting in the election for the office of Chief Minister Punjab. PPP parliamentary leader in the Punjab Assembly Hassan Murtaza said the PPP members would attend the session witho
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Jam Kamal Khan new CM Balochistan

Jam Kamal Khan new CM Balochistan

Jam Kamal Khan of Balochistan Awami Party has been elected as CM of Balochistan, with 39 votes. According to details, Jam Kamal of Balochistan Awami Party bagged 39 votes while Mir Younus Aziz Zehri of Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal received 20 in secret balloti
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Jam Kamal Khan new CM Balochistan

Jam Kamal Khan new CM Balochistan

Jam Kamal Khan of Balochistan Awami Party has been elected as CM of Balochistan, with 39 votes. According to details, Jam Kamal of Balochistan Awami Party bagged 39 votes while Mir Younus Aziz Zehri of Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal received 20 in secret balloti
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Murad Shah sworn in as Sindh chief minister

Murad Shah sworn in as Sindh chief minister

Murad Ali Shah took his oath as Sindh Chief Minister on Saturday. It is his second consecutive term as CM of the province. Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani administered oath to Murad Shah in the absence of a provincial governor. Pakistan Peoples
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Murad Shah sworn in as Sindh chief minister

Murad Shah sworn in as Sindh chief minister

Murad Ali Shah took his oath as Sindh Chief Minister on Saturday. It is his second consecutive term as CM of the province. Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani administered oath to Murad Shah in the absence of a provincial governor. Pakistan Peoples
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Former UN chief and Nobel laureate Kofi Annan dies

Former UN chief and Nobel laureate Kofi Annan dies

Former UN chief and Nobel peace laureate Kofi Annan died Saturday at the age of 80, his foundation announced, prompting a barrage of grief-stricken tributes from around the world. The Ghanaian national, who lived in Switzerland, was a career diplomat who
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Former UN chief and Nobel laureate Kofi Annan dies

Former UN chief and Nobel laureate Kofi Annan dies

Former UN chief and Nobel peace laureate Kofi Annan died Saturday at the age of 80, his foundation announced, prompting a barrage of grief-stricken tributes from around the world. The Ghanaian national, who lived in Switzerland, was a career diplomat who
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Erdogan vows Turkey will not be cowed by US
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Erdogan vows Turkey will not be cowed by US

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared Saturday that his country would not be cowed by the United States, his latest broadside in the bitter feud between Ankara and Washington. The two Nato members are at odds over Turkey's detention of an Americ
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
Erdogan vows Turkey will not be cowed by US
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Erdogan vows Turkey will not be cowed by US

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared Saturday that his country would not be cowed by the United States, his latest broadside in the bitter feud between Ankara and Washington. The two Nato members are at odds over Turkey's detention of an Americ
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
18 bodies pulled from Sinjidi mine

18 bodies pulled from Sinjidi mine

Authorities said on Saturday they have now retrieved 18 bodies after a blast tore through a coal mine in Sinjidi earlier this week, including two rescuers who entered after the explosion. The mine caved in after workers used dynamite during an excavation
Published 19 Aug, 2018 12:00am
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