Pakistan-bound Thar Express train reached here from Munabao, India, carrying 628 passengers on Sunday. The train reached here 18 hours behind schedule.
President of a leading US-based firm Mentor Graphics Corporation Gregory K. Hinckley on Sunday, who is on a five-day visit to Pakistan, presented a cheque of $50,000 to Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz for the President's Relief Fund.
The Advisor to Sindh Chief Minister for Livestock & Fisheries, Faqir Muhammad Jadam Mangrio, has said that an integrated strategy has been developed to give industry status to livestock and animal husbandry by implementing Mega Development Projects under
Health experts have warned that hazardous chemicals prevailing in tobacco were causing cancer and other fatal diseases and informed that 0.1 million deaths were occurring in Pakistan due to tobacco consumption's every year.
Hundreds of tribesmen staged a protest on Sunday against the killing of a journalist, abducted last year after reporting that an al Qaeda leader had been killed by a US missile.
Unknown terrorists blew up water pumping system in Pattar Nullah in Dera Bugti district. According to a report, unknown persons blew up a water pumping system in Pattar Nullah in district Dera Bugti. Due to explosion, water supply to Pir Koh gas field was
Punjab government in order to generate electricity from canal water source is giving a final shape to comprehensive plan made by it in this regard. This was stated by Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi in a meeting with Hungarian Ambassador Bala
The supply of oil and gas in the country increased by 4 percent in ten months of the current fiscal year, as per latest data released by Pakistan Petroleum Information Service (PPIS).
The supply of oil and gas in the country increased by 4 percent in ten months of the current fiscal year, as per latest data released by Pakistan Petroleum Information Service (PPIS).
The supply of oil and gas in the country increased by 4 percent in ten months of the current fiscal year, as per latest data released by Pakistan Petroleum Information Service (PPIS).
Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah al Ahmed al Jabar Al Sabah would arrive here on two-day official visit on Monday. This would be Emir's first visit to Pakistan since he assumed office last January.
Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah al Ahmed al Jabar Al Sabah would arrive here on two-day official visit on Monday. This would be Emir's first visit to Pakistan since he assumed office last January.
Share values on the Lahore bourse remained under massive pressure in early three sessions of the preceding week, losing heavily amid volatile movement and very low trade turnover.
Share values on the Lahore bourse remained under massive pressure in early three sessions of the preceding week, losing heavily amid volatile movement and very low trade turnover.
The erosion in share market clearly hints at an excellent opportunity to build a portfolio where heavyweights were slashed by 16 percent to 59 percent, but drastic measures taken by the Exchange to end the sagging trend helped the equities to recover by 1
The erosion in share market clearly hints at an excellent opportunity to build a portfolio where heavyweights were slashed by 16 percent to 59 percent, but drastic measures taken by the Exchange to end the sagging trend helped the equities to recover by 1
The erosion in share market clearly hints at an excellent opportunity to build a portfolio where heavyweights were slashed by 16 percent to 59 percent, but drastic measures taken by the Exchange to end the sagging trend helped the equities to recover by 1
The erosion in share market clearly hints at an excellent opportunity to build a portfolio where heavyweights were slashed by 16 percent to 59 percent, but drastic measures taken by the Exchange to end the sagging trend helped the equities to recover by 1
Troops on Sunday shot dead two pro-Taleban militants after an attack on a military checkpoint in North Waziristan, officials said. Soldiers at the post near the town of Mir Ali district spotted two armed men and cautioned them to stop.
Troops on Sunday shot dead two pro-Taleban militants after an attack on a military checkpoint in North Waziristan, officials said. Soldiers at the post near the town of Mir Ali district spotted two armed men and cautioned them to stop.
Unleashing of widespread selling pressure on Karachi Stock Exchange last week forced several players to leave the field, resulting in decline in CFS, which touched the 10 month low mark.
Unleashing of widespread selling pressure on Karachi Stock Exchange last week forced several players to leave the field, resulting in decline in CFS, which touched the 10 month low mark.
Unleashing of widespread selling pressure on Karachi Stock Exchange last week forced several players to leave the field, resulting in decline in CFS, which touched the 10 month low mark.
Intervention by Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) after revising the rules and on support from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) helped change the complexion of trading and halted the meltdown in equity prices last week, which witnessed
Intervention by Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) after revising the rules and on support from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) helped change the complexion of trading and halted the meltdown in equity prices last week, which witnessed
Intervention by Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) after revising the rules and on support from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) helped change the complexion of trading and halted the meltdown in equity prices last week, which witnessed
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has decided to issue correction notices to 6,000 importers, who have submitted wrong National Tax Numbers (NTNs) for clearance of consignments at ports.
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has decided to issue correction notices to 6,000 importers, who have submitted wrong National Tax Numbers (NTNs) for clearance of consignments at ports.
The Central Board of Revenue (CBR) has decided to issue correction notices to 6,000 importers, who have submitted wrong National Tax Numbers (NTNs) for clearance of consignments at ports.
The Finance Ministry has identified five major challenges to be focused during 2006-07, which include increase in tax-to-GDP ratio, improvement in provincial receipts, review of subsidies, strict monitoring of public sector expenditure, completion of priv
The Finance Ministry has identified five major challenges to be focused during 2006-07, which include increase in tax-to-GDP ratio, improvement in provincial receipts, review of subsidies, strict monitoring of public sector expenditure, completion of priv
The Finance Ministry has identified five major challenges to be focused during 2006-07, which include increase in tax-to-GDP ratio, improvement in provincial receipts, review of subsidies, strict monitoring of public sector expenditure, completion of priv
The duty-free tractor import scheme announced in budget 2005-06 is heading towards its logical end as two of the companies, who were granted 2,500 tractors quota each, have approached the government for refund of their bank guarantees.
The duty-free tractor import scheme announced in budget 2005-06 is heading towards its logical end as two of the companies, who were granted 2,500 tractors quota each, have approached the government for refund of their bank guarantees.
The duty-free tractor import scheme announced in budget 2005-06 is heading towards its logical end as two of the companies, who were granted 2,500 tractors quota each, have approached the government for refund of their bank guarantees.
The NWFP government has called for the establishment of a special institution to ensure timely announcement of the National Finance Commission (NFC) award in future.
The NWFP government has called for the establishment of a special institution to ensure timely announcement of the National Finance Commission (NFC) award in future.
The NWFP government has called for the establishment of a special institution to ensure timely announcement of the National Finance Commission (NFC) award in future.
Two-way trade was observed on the currency market last week, dealers said. In the interbank market, the rupee lost 4 paisa in relation to dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.20 and Rs 60.22, respectively.
Two-way trade was observed on the currency market last week, dealers said. In the interbank market, the rupee lost 4 paisa in relation to dollar for buying and selling at Rs 60.20 and Rs 60.22, respectively.
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has reiterated that Pakistan is steadfast in promoting friendship and co-operation with all South Asian nations, "and with India our government remains committed to the composite dialogue process to resolve all outstanding issu
Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz has reiterated that Pakistan is steadfast in promoting friendship and co-operation with all South Asian nations, "and with India our government remains committed to the composite dialogue process to resolve all outstanding issu
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan on Sunday raised concerns that the fight against terrorism was undermining human rights and civil liberties.
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan on Sunday raised concerns that the fight against terrorism was undermining human rights and civil liberties.
At least 23 people were killed and an equal number hurt on Sunday when a truck filled with workers plunged into a gorge in occupied Kashmir, police said.
At least 23 people were killed and an equal number hurt on Sunday when a truck filled with workers plunged into a gorge in occupied Kashmir, police said.
Gunmen abducted 10 bakery workers in Baghdad on Sunday, and a militant group linked to al Qaeda claimed responsibility for some of the bombings that killed 43 people in the capital the day before.
President Pervez Musharraf has stated that though the recent US-Indian nuclear deal is a bilateral arrangement, but Pakistan should be treated on equal basis for maintaining geo-strategic balance in the region.
President Pervez Musharraf has stated that though the recent US-Indian nuclear deal is a bilateral arrangement, but Pakistan should be treated on equal basis for maintaining geo-strategic balance in the region.
The Privatisation Commission Board has accepted Azgard-9''s request for extension in Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) payment deadline till July 15, and referred the case to the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation (CCoP) for endorsement.
The Privatisation Commission Board has accepted Azgard-9's request for extension in Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) payment deadline till July 15, and referred the case to the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation (CCoP) for endorsement.
The Privatisation Commission Board has accepted Azgard-9's request for extension in Pak American Fertiliser Limited (PAFL) payment deadline till July 15, and referred the case to the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation (CCoP) for endorsement.
A Loya Jirga of the Pukhtoon Action Committee here on Sunday, accusing the Sindh government and the City District Government Karachi (CDGK) of failure in solving problems of Katchi Abadi residents and transporters, gave a wheel-jam strike call titled 'cha
District Nazim Lahore Mian Amer Mahmood has directed the district revenue department officials for demolishing recently erected encroachments on Lahore Press Club (LPC) Housing Scheme land and handing over possession of remaining piece of land to the Laho
Khushhali Bank (Khushhalibank), a for-profit, commercial, microfinance institution came into existence with the promulgation of the Khushhali Bank Ordinance, 2000 as a corporate body with limited liability on August 4, 2000.
Khushhali Bank (Khushhalibank), a for-profit, commercial, microfinance institution came into existence with the promulgation of the Khushhali Bank Ordinance, 2000 as a corporate body with limited liability on August 4, 2000.
China's economy continued to expand at breakneck speed in May, prompting the central bank to tighten monetary policy amid fears that excessive investment and credit could lead to overheating.
Poor governance in impoverished Bangladesh has cut the country's gross potential domestic product growth by two percentage points a year, the World Bank said Sunday.
Rosneft, the second-biggest Russian oil producer, is mounting a lavish public relations campaign to win over wary foreign investors before planned flotation on the London and Moscow stock exchanges next month.
India has reaped the benefits of foreign companies switching jobs and resources to the country over the last five years. But a recent decision by power company Powergen - a British subsidiary of German energy supplier E.ON - has pointed towards a potentia
A shake-up of the aviation industry is looming across Asia as airlines come to grips with Cathay Pacific's ownership overhaul, setting it up as a dominant world player with a box seat in China.
The European Union is aiming to use a summit with the United States this week to pile the pressure on Washington to make concessions Brussels considers essential for success in WTO trade negotiations.
"You may have heard stories about cash under pillows," said Islamic scholar Abdul Kadir Barkatulla, recalling a time when British Muslims preferred to keep their money in the bedroom rather than in a bank account.
A public sale of South Korea's LG Card Co Ltd may result in a lower price for creditors than a stake sale and delay the deal by two or three weeks, the main creditor said on Sunday.
Malaysia will consider raising the price of subsidised natural gas to relieve some of the pressure on state-owned firm Petronas, the country's energy minister said.
World Cup leading scorers after Sunday's first game: Bravo (Mexico), T. Cahill (Australia), Crespo (Argentina), Delgado (Ecuador), Klose (Germany), Maxi Rodriguez (Argentina), Rosicky (Czech Republic), C. Tenorio (Ecuador), Villa (Spain), Wanchope (Costa
With their 6-0 mauling of Serbia and Montenegro having guaranteed passage to the last 16, Argentina are to ring the changes for Wednesday's Group C table-topping decider against The Netherlands.
Italy coach Marcello Lippi has admitted he and his team had underestimated the United States following their 1-1 draw against the 2002 quarter-finalists in Kaiserslautern.
Japan and Croatia battled to a goalless draw here on Sunday which left both nations with a slim chance of reaching the second round of the World Cup. Both teams now have one point, while their Group F rivals Brazil and Australia were playing in Munich lat
Lleyton Hewitt defeated James Blake, 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to join Boris Becker and John McEnroe with four titles at Queen's club. Victory marked the first title for former world number one Hewitt in 18 months since the Australian lifted the Sydney crown in
Five current and former Grand Slam champions lead a high-profile field at the Eastbourne Championships starting Monday as top women make final preparations for Wimbledon.
England and Sri Lanka will be out to cut the gap between themselves and the teams above them in the LG ICC ODI Championship. There are only two rating points between the home side, lying seventh, and the visitors, one place above it, but the gap between S
Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene said his team were growing in confidence all the time as they looked to build on a 1-0 lead in their five-match one-day international series with England on Tuesday at The Oval.
West Indies captain Brian Lara may not have got the fast bowling attack he requested from the selectors but he may get a Warner Park pitch with a lot more bounce and life.
Shane Warne's former wife has changed her name and moved out of the family home in a bid to put her troubled relationship with the Australian spin wizard behind her.
Phil Mickelson, bidding for his third straight major title fired a one-under 69 on Saturday to join newcomer Kenneth Ferrie atop the leaderboard after three rounds of the US Open.
The desert is a special word, reflecting our dread and awe at vast, parched regions where a few plants, animals and hardy humans somehow survive in the emptiness.
Almost a quarter of global disease is caused by avoidable environmental factors, with a toll of 13 million lives a year, the World Health Organisation said in a new report on June 16.
Can a cup of green tea really keep the doctor away? From promises of preventing cancer to relieving stress, green tea seems to be the hottest cure-all on the grocery store shelves.
Already known to help reduce blood pressure, transcendental meditation has now been found to help with a cluster of other symptoms which can lead to heart attacks, a study published June 12 found.
The NWFP Wildlife Department and World-wide Fund for Nature (WWF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for conducting survey, using satellite transmitters, in Chitral district to gather latest information about snow leopard.
Pakistan has observed World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought on June 17 with the theme "The beauty of deserts and the challenge of desertification".
New research suggests there may be truth behind the old adage, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away". Scientists from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine, say they've discovered that apples rich with compounds called flavonoids help wa
A study has revealed that drinking coffee can help lower the risk of type-2 diabetes. The study, conducted by the National Public Health Institute of Finland found that people who drank more coffee than others had a lower risk of diabetes.
Children inherit their taste for meat and fish but when it comes to vegetables and desserts it's more nurture than nature, according to a study on June 14.
A "relatively high" percentage of brain tumour patients are exercising - before and after diagnosis and treatment - at the recommended levels, a much higher percentage than patients with other forms of cancer, suggest the results of a survey of 106 brain
Insecure attachment plays a key role in promoting the development of a negative body image in women with eating disorders, a new study shows. This suggests that the prevention and treatment of eating disorders might be strengthened by a great adult person
