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Print - 2018-11-26
Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday chaired Economic Advisory Council meeting in Islamabad. Minister for Finance Asad Umar, Minister for Planning Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar, Adviser to PM Dr Ishrat Hussain, Syed Saleem Raza, former Governor State Bank, Dr N
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday chaired Economic Advisory Council meeting in Islamabad. Minister for Finance Asad Umar, Minister for Planning Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar, Adviser to PM Dr Ishrat Hussain, Syed Saleem Raza, former Governor State Bank, Dr N
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Economic policy recommendations approved by PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday chaired Economic Advisory Council meeting in Islamabad. Minister for Finance Asad Umar, Minister for Planning Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar, Adviser to PM Dr Ishrat Hussain, Syed Saleem Raza, former Governor State Bank, Dr N
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar surges
Currency

THE RUPEE: dollar surges

The rupee failed to keep firmness against the dollar on the money market during the week, ended on 24 November, 2018. The rupee showed slight change in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 133.99 and Rs 134.00.
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
THE RUPEE: dollar surges
Currency

THE RUPEE: dollar surges

The rupee failed to keep firmness against the dollar on the money market during the week, ended on 24 November, 2018. The rupee showed slight change in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 133.99 and Rs 134.00.
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Dam fund drive passion similar to the 1965 war: CJP

Dam fund drive passion similar to the 1965 war: CJP

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar on Saturday night said all Pakistanis are energetically contributing funds for the construction of dams and he only witnessed similar passion during the 1965 war. "All Pakistanis are very exuberant and co
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Dam fund drive passion similar to the 1965 war: CJP

Dam fund drive passion similar to the 1965 war: CJP

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar on Saturday night said all Pakistanis are energetically contributing funds for the construction of dams and he only witnessed similar passion during the 1965 war. "All Pakistanis are very exuberant and co
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
EU agrees 'best possible' Brexit deal

EU agrees 'best possible' Brexit deal

European Union leaders finally sealed a Brexit deal on Sunday, saying the package agreed with Prime Minister Theresa May was the best Britain will get in a warning to the British parliament not to reject it. "Those who think that, by rejecting the deal, t
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
EU agrees 'best possible' Brexit deal

EU agrees 'best possible' Brexit deal

European Union leaders finally sealed a Brexit deal on Sunday, saying the package agreed with Prime Minister Theresa May was the best Britain will get in a warning to the British parliament not to reject it. "Those who think that, by rejecting the deal, t
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Bearish outlook prevails

Bearish outlook prevails

Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed bearish trend during the outgoing week ended on November 23, 2018 due to selling in various sectors. BRIndex100 lost 107.15 points on week-on-week basis to close at 4,320.44 points. Average daily volumes stood at 140.527
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Bearish outlook prevails

Bearish outlook prevails

Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed bearish trend during the outgoing week ended on November 23, 2018 due to selling in various sectors. BRIndex100 lost 107.15 points on week-on-week basis to close at 4,320.44 points. Average daily volumes stood at 140.527
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Bearish outlook prevails

Bearish outlook prevails

Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed bearish trend during the outgoing week ended on November 23, 2018 due to selling in various sectors. BRIndex100 lost 107.15 points on week-on-week basis to close at 4,320.44 points. Average daily volumes stood at 140.527
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Futures spread down by 363 basis points

Futures spread down by 363 basis points

The futures spread declined by 363bps to 5.75 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading activities on the futures counter remained thin as average daily volumes declined by 38.9 percent to 44.19 million shares. The average daily trading value
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Futures spread down by 363 basis points

Futures spread down by 363 basis points

The futures spread declined by 363bps to 5.75 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading activities on the futures counter remained thin as average daily volumes declined by 38.9 percent to 44.19 million shares. The average daily trading value
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Eight martyred as IHK reels from deadly year

Eight martyred as IHK reels from deadly year

Eight people were killed Sunday in violence in Indian-held Kashmir, capping off one of the deadliest weeks this year in a region already suffering its worst bloodshed in a decade. Held Kashmir-based rights monitors say 528 people have died this year from
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Eight martyred as IHK reels from deadly year

Eight martyred as IHK reels from deadly year

Eight people were killed Sunday in violence in Indian-held Kashmir, capping off one of the deadliest weeks this year in a region already suffering its worst bloodshed in a decade. Held Kashmir-based rights monitors say 528 people have died this year from
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Kartarpur corridor: Indian ministers to attend ceremony, says Qureshi

Kartarpur corridor: Indian ministers to attend ceremony, says Qureshi

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi Sunday welcomed India's "positive" response to send its two ministers for attending the groundbreaking ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor on Wednesday aimed at facilitating Sikh pilgrims intending to visit their holy site
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Kartarpur corridor: Indian ministers to attend ceremony, says Qureshi

Kartarpur corridor: Indian ministers to attend ceremony, says Qureshi

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi Sunday welcomed India's "positive" response to send its two ministers for attending the groundbreaking ceremony of Kartarpur Corridor on Wednesday aimed at facilitating Sikh pilgrims intending to visit their holy site
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Swiss voters back insurance company spying

Swiss voters back insurance company spying

Swiss voters on Sunday approved a law that gives insurance companies broad leeway to spy on suspected welfare cheats despite concerns raised about right to privacy. The measure was passed in a referendum that saw two other proposals - a bid to give Swiss
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
US Republican senators split with Trump over Khashoggi

US Republican senators split with Trump over Khashoggi

Several US Republican senators on Sunday rejected President Donald Trump's embrace of Saudi Arabia after the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, with some lawmakers from his party saying Congress must take additional action. Trump vowed last week
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
200 hurt as magnitude 6.3 earthquake shakes western Iran

200 hurt as magnitude 6.3 earthquake shakes western Iran

Iran said on Sunday that no fatalities had been reported but that about 200 people were injured after an earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck near its western border with Iraq, Iranian state TV reported. The tremor was also felt in the Iraqi capital Baghdad
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
200 hurt as magnitude 6.3 earthquake shakes western Iran

200 hurt as magnitude 6.3 earthquake shakes western Iran

Iran said on Sunday that no fatalities had been reported but that about 200 people were injured after an earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck near its western border with Iraq, Iranian state TV reported. The tremor was also felt in the Iraqi capital Baghdad
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Karachi consulate attack: Chinese raise funds for police martyrs

Karachi consulate attack: Chinese raise funds for police martyrs

Chinese Deputy Head of Mission Lijian Zhao on Sunday announced that Chinese people were raising funds for the families of the two martyred police officers who foiled a terrorist attack on Chinese consulate in Karachi, according to a private TV channel. Th
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Karachi consulate attack: Chinese raise funds for police martyrs

Karachi consulate attack: Chinese raise funds for police martyrs

Chinese Deputy Head of Mission Lijian Zhao on Sunday announced that Chinese people were raising funds for the families of the two martyred police officers who foiled a terrorist attack on Chinese consulate in Karachi, according to a private TV channel. Th
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Ukraine says Russia seizes three of its ships in Black Sea

Ukraine says Russia seizes three of its ships in Black Sea

Ukraine accused Russia of illegally seizing three of its ships in the Black Sea after opening fire on them on Sunday, a charge that if confirmed could ignite a dangerous new crisis between the two countries. Russia did not immediately or directly respond
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Ukraine says Russia seizes three of its ships in Black Sea

Ukraine says Russia seizes three of its ships in Black Sea

Ukraine accused Russia of illegally seizing three of its ships in the Black Sea after opening fire on them on Sunday, a charge that if confirmed could ignite a dangerous new crisis between the two countries. Russia did not immediately or directly respond
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
PM to visit Miranshah today

PM to visit Miranshah today

Prime Minister Imran Khan is expected to announce mega uplift package for Miranshah during his visit to North Waziristan town today (Monday). According to sources, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mehmood Khan, will also accompany PM Khan during his vis
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
PM to visit Miranshah today

PM to visit Miranshah today

Prime Minister Imran Khan is expected to announce mega uplift package for Miranshah during his visit to North Waziristan town today (Monday). According to sources, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mehmood Khan, will also accompany PM Khan during his vis
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Tens of thousands protest in India for controversial temple

Tens of thousands protest in India for controversial temple

Tens of thousands of Hindu hardliners rallied Sunday for a temple to be built at a disputed Indian holy site, where an ancient mosque was razed in 1992 sparking deadly riots. Huge crowds of saffron-clad protesters, some waving swords and chanting "Praise
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Tens of thousands protest in India for controversial temple

Tens of thousands protest in India for controversial temple

Tens of thousands of Hindu hardliners rallied Sunday for a temple to be built at a disputed Indian holy site, where an ancient mosque was razed in 1992 sparking deadly riots. Huge crowds of saffron-clad protesters, some waving swords and chanting "Praise
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

The chief executive officer (CEO) Hub Power Company (Hubco) has proposed the federal government to supply furnace oil at zero rate of sales tax to reduce stock of circular debt, which is hovering around Rs 700 billion, well-informed sources told Busine
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

The chief executive officer (CEO) Hub Power Company (Hubco) has proposed the federal government to supply furnace oil at zero rate of sales tax to reduce stock of circular debt, which is hovering around Rs 700 billion, well-informed sources told Busine
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

Hubco seeks furnace oil supply at zero ST rate

The chief executive officer (CEO) Hub Power Company (Hubco) has proposed the federal government to supply furnace oil at zero rate of sales tax to reduce stock of circular debt, which is hovering around Rs 700 billion, well-informed sources told Busine
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan has again proved its stands on peace in South Asia: Fawad

Pakistan has again proved its stands on peace in South Asia: Fawad

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Sunday said that Pakistan through its conduct has once again shown who stands for peace in South Asia and which force is not sincere. In a tweet, the minister said that Prime Ministe
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan has again proved its stands on peace in South Asia: Fawad

Pakistan has again proved its stands on peace in South Asia: Fawad

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain Sunday said that Pakistan through its conduct has once again shown who stands for peace in South Asia and which force is not sincere. In a tweet, the minister said that Prime Ministe
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Scores poisoned in Aleppo gas attack

Scores poisoned in Aleppo gas attack

More than 100 people were wounded in Syria's Aleppo late on Saturday in a suspected toxic gas attack which the government and its ally, Russia, blamed on insurgents. A health official in Aleppo said victims suffered breathing difficulties, eye inflammatio
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Scores poisoned in Aleppo gas attack

Scores poisoned in Aleppo gas attack

More than 100 people were wounded in Syria's Aleppo late on Saturday in a suspected toxic gas attack which the government and its ally, Russia, blamed on insurgents. A health official in Aleppo said victims suffered breathing difficulties, eye inflammatio
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
UNSC condemns attacks

UNSC condemns attacks

The UN Security Council Sunday condemned "in the strongest terms" the deadly terrorist attacks at the Chinese Consulate General in Karachi and a market in Orakzai district, as the 15-member body praised the "swift response" of the Pakistani authorities in
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
UNSC condemns attacks

UNSC condemns attacks

The UN Security Council Sunday condemned "in the strongest terms" the deadly terrorist attacks at the Chinese Consulate General in Karachi and a market in Orakzai district, as the 15-member body praised the "swift response" of the Pakistani authorities in
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
IMF and foreign direct investment

IMF and foreign direct investment

Pakistan's talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) were inconclusive though the press release issued by the Fund stated that 'dialogue with Pakistani authorities will continue over the coming weeks' and that there was broad agreement on "the need
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Perpetuating a futile policy

Perpetuating a futile policy

India's ultra nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains insistent on pursuing his failed repressive policy in Jammu and Kashmir. It may be recalled that soon after coming to power, his party had forged an implausible alliance with the Peoples Democ
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Inflation a la Khan style!

Inflation a la Khan style!

The PML-N administration's April 2018 budget for the current fiscal year projected a rise in inflation to 6 percent as opposed to 4.5 percent in 2017-18 reflecting external factors, particularly the rise in oil prices due to US sanctions on Iran, effectiv
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
The invisible economic Decimator

The invisible economic Decimator

In economic terms denominator is a more appropriate word. However, decimator is a more appropriate description of how economic gains are eaten and destroyed by a major invisible factor - population growth. Decimators are those factors that kill one in at
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Persistence pays off on Brexit for British PM

Persistence pays off on Brexit for British PM

The Brexit deal is a personal success for Prime Minister Theresa May, after months of tough negotiations conducted while also battling with her own side - but any relief could be short-lived. Supporters hailed May's determination and resilience in conclud
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Donald Trump

Donald Trump

A week ago, US President Donald Trump lambasted Islamabad by claiming that the country 'doesn't do a damn thing for us'. Trump also defended his administration's decision to pull hundreds of millions of dollars in 'military aid' to Islamabad in an intervi
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Sindh government launches pilot project to distribute fodder in Thar

Sindh government launches pilot project to distribute fodder in Thar

In a yet another venture to combat drought in Thar, Government of Sindh has launched a pilot project to deliver a fodder package at the doorstep of eligible livestock owner households. Thar Fodder Distribution (TFD) Project will jointly be executed by Liv
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
1st 'Rice Conference' begins in Larkana

1st 'Rice Conference' begins in Larkana

Pakistan's first 'Rice Conference' is being held in Larkana under the aegis of Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) to bring all stakeholders of the rice sector under one roof to enhance the quality and productivity of the crop. The two-day 'Rice
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
PMEX lists new cash settled futures contracts

PMEX lists new cash settled futures contracts

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX), the country's only commodity futures exchange, listed cash settled futures contracts of corn, wheat, soybean, palladium and Japan equity index $1 & $5 and made them available for trading from November 20, 2018.
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Sindh CS orders timely completion of uplift schemes

Sindh CS orders timely completion of uplift schemes

Sindh Chief Secretary Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah has asked the Secretary Works and Services department to coordinate with the respective Secretaries and Divisional Commissioners to resolve the development schemes' issues so that they could be completed on time.
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Metropole to Malir Halt: 20km motorcycle lane marked

Metropole to Malir Halt: 20km motorcycle lane marked

Karachi's Sharae Faisal is getting a dedicated 20km motorcycle lane from Metropole to Malir Halt. In the first phase, the motorcycle lane till Karsaz Road has been completed. The government is working to make Sharae Faisal into a model street, just like a
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
KMC removes 70 more shops in anti-encroachment drive at Burns Road

KMC removes 70 more shops in anti-encroachment drive at Burns Road

The anti-encroachment department of KMC continued its action against encroachments at Burns Road area on the second consecutive day (Sunday) and demolished 70 more shops which were built on foot paths and roads; however, many of the encroachments were rem
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
100-day reform plan: Punjab cabinet approves laws, policies

100-day reform plan: Punjab cabinet approves laws, policies

The Punjab Cabinet has approved a number of laws and policies which were at the heart of the 100 days reform plan of the Punjab Government, for the welfare of the citizens of Punjab. These include Punjab Industrial Policy, Establishment of Punjab Skills D
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Kabul River negatively impacting Pakistan-Afghan relationship: expert

Kabul River negatively impacting Pakistan-Afghan relationship: expert

Pakistan and Afghanistan should mutually sort out water issues between the two countries in line with the international laws with the proposal of signing Afghan-Pakistan water treaty. Talking about sustainable usage of river Kabul, Khan Faraz, an expert a
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Shehryar Afridi visits Orakzai

Shehryar Afridi visits Orakzai

State Minister for Interior, Shehryar Afridi on Sunday visited Kalaya Orakzai and condoled over the death of bomb blast victims. During the visit, state minister met with the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with them. He said the government sha
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Beauty care companies participate in expo at Lagos

Beauty care companies participate in expo at Lagos

Nigeria with a population of more than 198 million people has a huge market of beauty industry. It is claimed that the estimated size of the market is over $3 billion and same primarily relies on imports. In order to secure share in the market, the beauty
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Condolence reference of ex-education officer held

Condolence reference of ex-education officer held

To remember contribution of late ex-Assistant Agency Education Officer (AAEO), Hastum Khan Afridi in the field of education, a condolence reference was held in private school of Sultan Khel area of LandiKotal on Sunday. The activity was arranged by the re
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
International film festival on human rights kicks off

International film festival on human rights kicks off

Freedom for the Wolf-a German film kicked off the 16 day International Film Festival highlighting human rights through cinematography arranged by United Nations Information Center in Islamabad (UNIC) here on Sunday at Pakistan National Council of the Arts
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Aleem for ensuring proper waste treatment policy for hospitals

Aleem for ensuring proper waste treatment policy for hospitals

Senior Minister Punjab Abdul Aleem Khan has given directions to ensure comprehensive policy regarding proper waste treatment for all government and private hospitals and accord contract to some international firm on BOT basis. "Stern action would be taken
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
100-day plan: government failed to deliver its pledges: Sherpao

100-day plan: government failed to deliver its pledges: Sherpao

Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) chairman Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao said on Sunday that the federal government could not even start delivering on its pledges as it was about to complete its 100 days in power. "The government has been unable to set its priorities to
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Three make-shift shelters set up in Lahore

Three make-shift shelters set up in Lahore

Punjab government set up three make shift shelters with all facilities for homeless people of Lahore on Sunday where they can stay and get foodstuff till construction of five permanent shelters. Earlier, on Saturday, PM Imran Khan had asked Punjab CM Usma
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Governor announces Rs one million donation for Saylani Welfare Trust

Governor announces Rs one million donation for Saylani Welfare Trust

Sindh Governor Sindh Imran Ismail said on Sunday that the Federal Government has decided to launch a health card scheme for the people living below the poverty line. More than six lakh medical cover would be ensured to such people annually under the schem
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Marriyum slams PTI over its 100-day plan

Marriyum slams PTI over its 100-day plan

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Sunday lambasted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government for its 100-day plan, saying the plan is tuning to be a historic and major "U-turn". Giving the party's initial reaction to PTI government's 100-day plan, P
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Woman police commander led defence of Chinese mission

Woman police commander led defence of Chinese mission

Policewoman Suhai Aziz Talpur heard of the attack on the Chinese consulate in Karachi while driving to work. She rushed to the scene to find two of her colleagues dead, and a trio of militants attempting to blow their way into the building. Her fast respo
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
PTI MNA to take up additional tax issue with minister

PTI MNA to take up additional tax issue with minister

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MNA, Haji Shaukat Ali has assured the travel agents that he will take up the issue regarding charge of additional tax from Pakistanis performing more than one Umrah within two years, with Federal Minister for Religious Affai
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Norwegian leader for early resolution of Kashmir issue

Norwegian leader for early resolution of Kashmir issue

Former Norwegian Prime Minister and head of Oslo centre for peace and human rights, Kjell Magne Bondevik Sunday stressed the need for early resolution of Kashmir issue in the interest of humanity and lasting peace of south Asia. "The Kashmir issue is almo
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
FINCA introduces first digital wallet for SMEs

FINCA introduces first digital wallet for SMEs

FINCA Micro Finance Bank is the first free digital wallet introduced in Pakistan. It would not only facilitate SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) Sector to pay salaries to its workers but also make online payments to its suppliers/vendors through smart p
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
'Tajikistan willing to resume direct flights with Pakistan'

'Tajikistan willing to resume direct flights with Pakistan'

Tajikistan is willing to resume direct flight operation with Pakistan to exploit tourism potential existing between the two countries, Tajikistan's ambassador Sherali Jononov said on Sunday. "Resumption of flight of less than an hour duration can help the
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Meeting Shahbaz: NAB grants permission to Nawaz

Meeting Shahbaz: NAB grants permission to Nawaz

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Sunday granted permission to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif to meet his brother Shahbaz Sharif, who is in the Bureau's custody and underwent medical check earlier in the day. Nawaz Sharif had earlier request
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
White coat ceremony held to welcome new students at FMU

White coat ceremony held to welcome new students at FMU

The white coat ceremony was held here at Faisalabad Medical University (FMU) to welcome the new students of 1st year MBBS. Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Zafar Ali Chaudhry was the chief guest on the occasion, which was held at Auditorium of Faisalabad Medi
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
PFA seals eight food outlets

PFA seals eight food outlets

The Punjab Food Authority's enforcement teams have closed down as many as eight food businesses including fish point, restaurant, three chicken shops, bakery and two pan shops. All food points were sealed over failure to meet hygiene working environment a
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
City Patrol Police rounds up 5,435 criminals

City Patrol Police rounds up 5,435 criminals

The City Patrol Police (Peshawar) as a 'first responding force' has rounded up 5435 suspects involved in various crimes so far in the last two years. During this period 8600 vehicles were checked through Vehicle Verification System (VVS). Through Identity
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Baloch urges government to remove deprivations of GB people

Baloch urges government to remove deprivations of GB people

Secretary General, Jamaat e Islami, Liaqat Baloch, has stressed upon the government to take necessary steps to remove the deprivations of the people of Gilgit and Baltistan. Addressing a seminar under the aegis of the Gilgit Baltistan Progressive Youth at
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Prices of food items soar in KP
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Prices of food items soar in KP

Prices of pulses, chicken meat, eggs, vegetable and other essential food items have increased in the retail market, said in a survey carried out by Business Recorder here on Sunday. The survey noticed Rs 10 to 20 per kilogram increase in price of p
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Constitution clearly defined rights of minorities: Siraj

Constitution clearly defined rights of minorities: Siraj

Chief of Jamaat e Islami, Senator Sirajul Haq, has said that the constitution clearly defined the rights of the minorities including the Qadyanis but the Qadyanis were conspiring against the constitution by not accepting themselves as non-Muslims.
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Legal call centre to provide help to underprivileged: adviser

Legal call centre to provide help to underprivileged: adviser

Adviser to Chief Minister Sindh for Information, Law and Anti-corruption Barrister Murtaza Wahab said that legal call centre setup in collaboration with Legal Aid Society is a gift for people of Pakistan which is easily accessible free of cost for seeking
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Fire erupts in plastic warehouse in KIA

Fire erupts in plastic warehouse in KIA

A plastic warehouse in Mehran Town, Korangi Industrial Area (KIA), was gutted, here on Sunday. The owner may have suffered huge financial losses due to fire although no loss of life was reported so far. The fire brigade officials said the inferno was exti
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Chad president in first-ever visit to Israel

Chad president in first-ever visit to Israel

Chadian leader Idriss Deby Itno on Sunday became the first president of his country to visit Israel and pledged a new era of relations when meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decades after ties were severed. Both leaders called the visit "historic"
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Egypt and Sudan set up joint patrols

Egypt and Sudan set up joint patrols

Egypt and Sudan, which face cross-border threats from militias operating in Libya, agreed on Sunday to set up joint military patrols on their border, Sudan's chief of staff said following talks between the countries' defence ministers. Libya, with which E
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
US embassy in DR Congo warns of 'possible terrorist threat'

US embassy in DR Congo warns of 'possible terrorist threat'

The US embassy in Kinshasa said it has received information about a "possible terrorist threat" against its facilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With four weeks to go until a crucial election in the crisis-gripped central African nation, the Am
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Strong quake shakes Colombian Caribbean islands

Strong quake shakes Colombian Caribbean islands

A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake shook Colombian-owned islands in the Caribbean Sea on Saturday, but authorities said there was no need for a tsunami alert. The quake struck 32 kilometers (20 miles) southeast of Mountain, Colombia, at 0340 GMT Sunday, ac
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Australia's embattled government suffers state vote 'bloodbath'

Australia's embattled government suffers state vote 'bloodbath'

Australia's embattled minority government has suffered a further blow after a big loss in a crucial state poll ahead of national elections next year. The Labor government for Victoria, Australia's second-most populous state, was returned to power in a lan
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Thousands march across Spain

Thousands march across Spain

With banners and slogans against sexism and related crimes, thousands protested in Spanish cities on Sunday to mark international day for the elimination of violence against women. Protesters took to the streets in Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla, Valencia, an
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
Turkish riot police halt march decrying violence against women

Turkish riot police halt march decrying violence against women

Turkish riot police on Sunday fired tear gas and used their shields to halt an unauthorised march in Istanbul marking an international day calling for an end to violence against women. The police action, launched after several orders for the crowd to disp
Published 26 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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