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Dwayne Johnson misses “Pain and Gain” premiere due to hernia surgery KARACHI: While co-stars Mark Wahlberg and Rebel Wilson strutted their stuff on the red carpet at the premiere of “Pain and Gain” releasing this Friday April 26th, Dwayne Johnson unfortunately had more pressing matters to attend to on his hospital bed. The Rock could not attend the event because he underwent emergency surgery on Monday for three hernia tears he reportedly sustained during his WWE match with John Cena earlier this month. Last week, he tweeted: "Saw my Dr who had to push my intestines back thru the tear in my abdomen. Kinda romantic. Surgery is next week.” His Twitter posts after the surgery show the actor-wrestler is in good spirits: “Surgery a success! Dr repaired 3 hernial tears (fun pain). Superman is on the mend..” The post was accompanied by a picture of him flaunting his muscular build in a Superman t-shirt. The actor plays one among a group of workout-obsessed body ...


Aamir Khan to attend TIME magazine celebratory dinner KARACHI: Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan, who is rarely seen attending any award ceremonies, will reportedly be flying to New York to attend TIME magazine’s celebratory dinner on April 23rd.The 48-year-old actor was named in TIME magazine’s most influential people in the world this year. He gathered worldwide appreciation for his 2012 television series “Satyamev Jayate”. The list also includes Barack and Michelle Obama, Pope Francis, Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer, Malala Yousufzai, Aung San Suu Kyi,Daniel ...

John Abraham’s fight against circus cruelty KARACHI: According to the latest reports, Bollywood hunk John Abraham has sent a letter to Jayanthi Natarajan, the Minister of Environment of Forests, on behalf of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) urging her to ban the use of animals in circuses around India.The 40-year-old actor, who has a very soft heart when it comes to animals, reportedly pointed out the cruelty they face in circuses. The animals are badly beaten ...

Shahrukh Khan to host Bigg Boss 7? KARACHI: Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan, who has been successfully hosting the reality show ‘Bigg Boss’ for the past three seasons reportedly may not return to host this year.According to Indian media sources, the “Dabangg” actor may have to opt out of the show due to his court appearances and regular health check-ups. His home production “Mental” has also been reportedly affected and delayed due to his hectic schedule.However, to ensure the popularity of the show ...

Sanjay Dutt granted bail KARACHI: 53-year-old Sanjay Dutt reportedly appeared before the Andheri magistrate’s court on Monday evening and was granted a bail on a surety of Rs.10,000.Earlier in the day, the Mumbai Court issued a non bailable warrant against the actor after he failed to appear in court for a case filed by producer Shakeel Noorani. According to Indian media sources, Noorani made the allegations in the court that Dutt did not complete his film “Jaan Ki ...

Woodstock star Richie Havens dead at 72: agent LOS ANGELES: Veteran US folk musician Richie Havens, whose distinctive guitar and singing style made him a star of the iconic 1969 Woodstock festival, died Monday, his agent said. He was 72.Havens "was gifted with one of the most recognizable voices in popular music," said the Roots agency in announcing the death, adding: "His fiery, poignant, soulful singing style has remained unique and ageless"The bearded singer, who retired from touring three years ago after more ...

Priyanka Chopra auctions her shoes for a noble cause Bollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra, has reportedly auctioned her specially-designed Christian Louboutin’s at UNICEF’s charity event in Delhi. UNICEF’s Save the Girl Campaign has always been close to Priyanka’s heart and to support such noble cause, she participated in a charity auction-cum-dinner in the capital on Friday. The 30-year-old auctioned her autographed pink spiky shoes which she wore in her latest song “Exotic” also featuring Pit Bull for quarter million rupees. Reportedly, this money will be ...


 



 
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Banking Review 2012

Annual2011/12
Foreign Debt $65.562bn
Per Cap Income $1,372
GDP Growth 3.7%
Average CPI 10.08%
MonthlyApril
Trade Balance $-1.779 bln
Exports $2.130 bln
Imports $3.909 bln
WeeklyMay 20, 2013
Reserves $11.601 bln