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Archive - 2017-12-25
People urged to follow Quaid's golden principles

People urged to follow Quaid's golden principles

Adviser to the Prime Minister on Aviation Sardar Mehtab Ahmed Khan said the golden principles of Quaid-e-Azam "Unity, Faith and Discipline" were the only way, following which; Pakistan could move forward to achieve its arduous and strenuous goals. In his
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Urdu moot: 'Urdu novel diverting into new consequences of life'

Urdu moot: 'Urdu novel diverting into new consequences of life'

On the fourth day of international Urdu conference here on Monday started with the session `A look at Urdu fiction'. The organizers said that this session was chaired by Asad Muhammad Khan, Hasan Manzar, Masood Ashar, Qazi Afzal Hussain, Zahida Hina and N
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PML-Q lauds CJP's Mayo Hospital's visit

PML-Q lauds CJP's Mayo Hospital's visit

Pakistan Muslim League-Q senior central leader and former Punjab Chief Minister Ch Pervez Elahi has lauded Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar's visit to Mayo Hospital on Tuesday last after hearing clean water case at Supreme Court (SC) registry to see for him
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Quaid-e-Azam a role model for new generation'

'Quaid-e-Azam a role model for new generation'

Principal Amiruddin Medical College and Post Graduate Medical Institute Professor Ghiasun Nabi Tayyab has said that the great personality of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah is a role model for the new generation and it is the need of the hour that teachi
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
SNGPL disconnects 55 connections

SNGPL disconnects 55 connections

The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), during the current month, has disconnected 55 connections for two months in various localities of the city and cantonment board areas as the consumers were involved in using compressors. General Manager (GM)
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Exhibition of Quaid's rare photographs concludes today

Exhibition of Quaid's rare photographs concludes today

A week-long exhibition 'Hamara Quaid" showcasing rare photographs and portraits of Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah will conclude on December 25 at Aiwan-i-Quaid after educating the younger generation about Quaid struggle for Pakistan
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
North Korea slams new UN sanctions as an 'act of war'

North Korea slams new UN sanctions as an 'act of war'

North Korea slammed fresh UN sanctions imposed over its missile tests as an "act of war" on Sunday, its first response to the latest diplomatic move to punish Pyongyang's ever-accelerating weapons drive. Tension has been high on the flashpoint peninsula a
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Thousands of Russians endorse Navalny to challenge Putin

Thousands of Russians endorse Navalny to challenge Putin

More than 15,000 Russians on Sunday endorsed the candidacy of Alexei Navalny, seen as the only Russian opposition leader who stands a fighting chance of challenging strongman Vladimir Putin in a March vote. Thousands backing the charismatic 41-year-old la
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Egypt detains 15

Egypt detains 15

Egyptian authorities have detained 15 people pending an investigation into an attack on an unlicensed Coptic Christian church in a village south of Cairo, a security source said on Sunday. Dozens of Muslims from the village of Kafr al-Waslin attacked the
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Imprisoned Fujimori transferred to clinic with irregular heartbeat

Imprisoned Fujimori transferred to clinic with irregular heartbeat

Peru's former president Alberto Fujimori, currently serving a 25-year prison sentence for corruption and human rights abuses, was transferred from his cell to a clinic Saturday suffering low blood pressure and an irregular heartbeat, his doctor said. The
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Italy Prime Minister plans to shift military forces from Iraq to Niger

Italy Prime Minister plans to shift military forces from Iraq to Niger

Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni said on Sunday he would propose to parliament transferring some of the country's troops stationed in Iraq to Niger to fight people smuggling and terrorism. Gentiloni said Italy's 1,400-strong military presence in Ira
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
12th Palestinian dies since Trump declaration on Jerusalem

12th Palestinian dies since Trump declaration on Jerusalem

A Palestinian teenager died on Sunday, nine days after being wounded by Israeli fire during a Gaza protest against US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, the health ministry said. Mohammad Sami al-Dahduh, 19, from Gaza City was shot on December
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Gunmen kill three in Cairo

Gunmen kill three in Cairo

Masked gunmen opened fire on a cafe south of the Egyptian capital, killing three people, security officials said Sunday. The attack, which took place overnight in the village of Al-Ayat about 50 kilometres (31 miles) from Cairo, left at least five others
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Mosul celebrates first post-IS Christmas

Mosul celebrates first post-IS Christmas

Hymns and cries of joy filled a church in Iraq's second city Mosul on Sunday as worshippers celebrated Christmas there for the first time in four years after the end of jihadist rule. Mass opened with the Iraqi national anthem as women ululated, despite t
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Venezuela frees first of 80 opponents in rare good will move

Venezuela frees first of 80 opponents in rare good will move

Venezuelan authorities late Saturday began releasing some of those detained during demonstrations against President Nicolas Maduro's socialist government, a rare goodwill gesture to the opposition at the end of a politically torrid year. Delcy Rodriguez,
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
10,000 refugees' to be relocated from Libya to EU in 2018

10,000 refugees' to be relocated from Libya to EU in 2018

Up to 10,000 people stranded in refugee camps and detention centres in Libya could be relocated to Europe in 2018, the Italian government said on Sunday. The initiative would be part of an attempt by EU countries to address the deteriorating conditions in
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Swiss president wants a vote to clarify country's EU position
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Swiss president wants a vote to clarify country's EU position

A referendum in Switzerland to clarify the country's relationship with the European Union would be helpful, Swiss President Doris Leuthard said on Sunday, after ties between the two sides cooled this week. Switzerland's frictions with the EU, of which it
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Reliance aims to become big clean energy provider

Reliance aims to become big clean energy provider

India's Reliance Industries Ltd will become a major provider of clean energy in the country, Chairman Mukesh Ambani said, as the South Asian nation transitions to renewable energy sources from fossil fuels. India is one of the world's biggest users of coa
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Dense fog disrupts UAE flights ahead of Christmas

Dense fog disrupts UAE flights ahead of Christmas

Thick fog on Sunday disrupted flights at major airports in the United Arab Emirates as thousands of foreign residents rushed to travel home for Christmas and the New Year. Dozens of flights were cancelled, diverted or delayed at the three main airports in
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
UAE says 'security information' delayed travel by Tunisian women

UAE says 'security information' delayed travel by Tunisian women

The United Arab Emirates said Sunday that "security information" had caused the delays on Tunisian women from boarding flights to the Gulf state that caused an outcry in their home country. "We contacted our Tunisian brothers about security information th
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Venezuela says Brazilian, Canadian diplomats not welcome

Venezuela says Brazilian, Canadian diplomats not welcome

Venezuela on Saturday said two diplomats from Canada and Brazil were no longer welcome, in an escalating showdown over their criticism of President Maduro's socialist government. The head of the powerful pro-government Constituent Assembly, Delcy Rodrigue
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Poland in the EU: challenging times for a dream come true

Poland in the EU: challenging times for a dream come true

Poland's entry into the European Union in 2004 was a dream come true just 15 years after it shed communism, but today its rightwing government is posing an unprecedented challenge to the authority of Brussels in enforcing democratic standards, including t
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Virtual gold' may glitter, but mining it can be really dirty
Currency

'Virtual gold' may glitter, but mining it can be really dirty

As the poster child for the growing ranks of computer-generated currencies, bitcoin's recent stratospheric price rises have propelled it from the chat forum-hosted depths of nerddom into the global consciousness. As it rose from under $1,000 to over $19,5
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Canadian dollar flat in mid-range as rate bets reign
Currency

Canadian dollar flat in mid-range as rate bets reign

The Canadian dollar headed into 2018 stuck in the middle of a recent range, with traders and economists torn on whether the Bank of Canada will hike rates in January or wait until March or April, and whether it will out-tighten the Fed over time. The loon
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
China's booming pet market sparks deals

China's booming pet market sparks deals

Li Mingjie is a pet industry investor's dream. The 23-year-old e-commerce worker spares little expense to make his pooch happy. "I'll happily splash out on my dog," Li told Reuters as he walked his brown poodle Coco in Pingyang, a town on China's east coa
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand seek to boost local currency settlement

Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand seek to boost local currency settlement

The central banks of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand launched a framework on Monday aimed at increasing direct settlement of transactions in their local currencies to reduce the current dependence on the US dollar. The regulatory framework is "part of th
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Russian central bank says forex liquidity adequate
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Russian central bank says forex liquidity adequate

Foreign exchange liquidity is "normal" in the Russian banking sector, Elizaveta Danilova, acting head of the central bank's financial stability department, said on Tuesday. "We're monitoring the situation, taking polls, banks have enough forex liquidity,
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Gulf slips in thin trade, Egypt hits record high
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Gulf slips in thin trade, Egypt hits record high

Gulf stock markets slipped on Sunday as trading volumes were mostly low because of the absence of many foreign investors for Christmas holidays. Egypt rose to a record high but volume was very low there too. The Saudi index fell 0.4 percent as telecommuni
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Madrid stocks sink on Catalan woes; London retreats from record
Currency

Madrid stocks sink on Catalan woes; London retreats from record

The Spanish stock market tumbled Friday after a victory for Catalan separatists in a snap poll, while London hit an intraday record before retreating. On the other side of the Atlantic, Wall Street stocks retreated as President Donald Trump signed a long-
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Ultra-long bond bandwagon to roll on in '18 as ECB effect lingers

Ultra-long bond bandwagon to roll on in '18 as ECB effect lingers

Eurozone countries aim to tap persistent demand for extremely long-dated government bonds by borrowing more at these extraordinary maturities through 2018 as ECB bond buying drives yield-seeking investors further out along the time horizon. The spate of l
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Ultra-long bond bandwagon to roll on in '18 as ECB effect lingers

Ultra-long bond bandwagon to roll on in '18 as ECB effect lingers

Eurozone countries aim to tap persistent demand for extremely long-dated government bonds by borrowing more at these extraordinary maturities through 2018 as ECB bond buying drives yield-seeking investors further out along the time horizon. The spate of l
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
UBS eyes global roll-out of its online investment platform

UBS eyes global roll-out of its online investment platform

UBS, the world's biggest private bank, is considering rolling out its online investment platform worldwide after a successful trial in Britain, the head of wealth management at the Swiss bank said. SmartWealth, which launched in Britain this year, provide
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
FedEx quarterly profit rises

FedEx quarterly profit rises

Package delivery company FedEx Corp on Tuesday reported a better-than-expected quarterly net profit due to strong global demand and increased volumes during the peak holiday shipping season, but said its results were hit by lingering effects from a June c
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
FedEx quarterly profit rises

FedEx quarterly profit rises

Package delivery company FedEx Corp on Tuesday reported a better-than-expected quarterly net profit due to strong global demand and increased volumes during the peak holiday shipping season, but said its results were hit by lingering effects from a June c
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
ABB revamps engineering business to cap year of transition

ABB revamps engineering business to cap year of transition

ABB will reshape its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) business - including its biggest but least profitable power grids division - by spinning off and winding down some operations, triggering fourth-quarter charges totalling $225 million. C
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Toyota expects total sales to rise one percent to record high in 2018

Toyota expects total sales to rise one percent to record high in 2018

Japan's Toyota Motor Corp expects its total vehicle sales to exceed this year's record by a percent to hit 10.50 million units in 2018, as strong overseas business helps offset weak demand at home. For 2017, it expects to sell 10.35 million units worldwid
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
OMV to expand further: CEO

OMV to expand further: CEO

Austrian energy company OMV will expand further, focus on more value-added refined products and grow its marketing beyond Europe, its CEO said on Wednesday. Chief Executive Rainer Seele was sketching broad plans for the company ahead of a strategy update
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Tesco strengthens grip on UK food market with Booker clearance?

Tesco strengthens grip on UK food market with Booker clearance?

Tesco, Britain's largest retailer, tightened its hold on the nation's food market on Wednesday when the competition regulator gave final approval for its 3.7 billion pound ($4.95 billion) takeover of wholesaler Booker. The Competition and Markets Authorit
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
ANZ smaller but better, CEO tells shareholders

ANZ smaller but better, CEO tells shareholders

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) said on Tuesday its strategy of selling non-core business units would help it increase shareholder returns in the face of difficult trading conditions. Chief Executive Shayne Elliott said banks were facing abo
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Nike forecast muted current-quarter revenue growth

Nike forecast muted current-quarter revenue growth

Nike Inc forecast on Thursday muted current-quarter revenue growth, highlighting the world's largest footmaker's struggles to regain market share in North America from a resurgent Adidas. The company also said it expects gross margins in the current quart
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Nike forecast muted current-quarter revenue growth

Nike forecast muted current-quarter revenue growth

Nike Inc forecast on Thursday muted current-quarter revenue growth, highlighting the world's largest footmaker's struggles to regain market share in North America from a resurgent Adidas. The company also said it expects gross margins in the current quart
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Reliance sells power unit to Adani to reduce debt
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Reliance sells power unit to Adani to reduce debt

India's Reliance Infrastructure, backed by tycoon Anil Ambani, announced on Thursday the sale of its power distribution business to billionaire Gautam Adani for nearly $3 billion, its latest effort to pare its debts. Reliance Infrastructure, part of the R
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Ashes gone, pride at stake for wounded England at MCG

Ashes gone, pride at stake for wounded England at MCG

England have lost paceman Craig Overton and may make a further change as they try to restore some pride in Tuesday's fourth Melbourne Test after surrendering the Ashes to Australia. It's been a tour from hell for Joe Root's beleaguered team, succumbing to
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
England's injured Overton out of Melbourne Test

England's injured Overton out of Melbourne Test

England paceman Craig Overton is out of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia with a fractured rib, officials said on Sunday. The England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed he would not play in the Melbourne Test, starting on Boxing Day.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Five conclusions from Barca's El Clasico cruise

Five conclusions from Barca's El Clasico cruise

Barcelona further tightened their vice-like grip on the La Liga title by sweeping aside eternal rivals Real Madrid 3-0 on Saturday to leave the European champions 14 points adrift down in fourth place. Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Aleix Vidal were on tar
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Austin charged with violent conduct

Austin charged with violent conduct

Southampton striker Charlie Austin has been hit with a violent conduct charge after he kicked Huddersfield goalkeeper Jonas Lossl in the face. Lossl was left with a bloodied face and a suspected broken nose following the incident in Saturday's 1-1 draw at
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Real president Perez insists 2017 was a 'great year'

Real president Perez insists 2017 was a 'great year'

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said on Sunday that the club's fans have to be proud of their team's achievements in 2017, despite the 3-0 El Clasico defeat by Barcelona that left them 14 points adrift in the La Liga title race. The Spanish giants
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Abbasi opens third Governor FATA Youth Sports Festival

Abbasi opens third Governor FATA Youth Sports Festival

Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahid Khaqan Abbasi will inaugurate the most awaited 3rd Governor KP FATA Youth Sports Festival today at Tehsil Jamrud Sports Complex, Khyber Agency. According to DG Sports, Muhammad Nawaz Khan that the Prime Minister himself i
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
De Villiers ready for Zimbabwe, India

De Villiers ready for Zimbabwe, India

South Africa's batting icon AB de Villiers says his near two-year Test break has enabled him to prepare thoroughly for his comeback in a one-off day-night Test against Zimbabwe, starting on Tuesday. "I've had a great pre-season, which I haven't had for 13
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Selection challenge for South Africa against Zimbabwe

Selection challenge for South Africa against Zimbabwe

Selection is likely to be South Africa's biggest challenge ahead of their one-off day-night Test against Zimbabwe, starting at St George's Park on Tuesday. Zimbabwe are unlikely to stretch the home side but South Africa, ranked second in Test cricket, wil
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Nadal out of season-opening Abu Dhabi event

Nadal out of season-opening Abu Dhabi event

Rafa Nadal has withdrawn from next week's season-opening exhibition event in Abu Dhabi due to ongoing fitness problems, the world number one has said. The 16-time grand slam champion, who won the French and US Opens earlier this year, withdrew from the AT
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
From Russian doping to FIFA bribery

From Russian doping to FIFA bribery

Russia being banned from the Winter Olympics stole the headlines but may also have overshadowed an otherwise sorry year for sport in terms of scandals. It was a particularly damaging year for sporting officials, not least from the world of football and FI
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Iraq invites bids for new oil pipeline

Iraq invites bids for new oil pipeline

Iraq's oil ministry on Sunday called for bids for the construction of a new pipeline to allow oil exports to resume from the northern province of Kirkuk to neighbouring Turkey. The pipeline is to run for 350 kilometres (200 miles) and have a capacity of m
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Swiss sell foreign investments, hinder efforts to weaken franc
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Swiss sell foreign investments, hinder efforts to weaken franc

Swiss companies and investors continued to sell their foreign investments during the third quarter, data showed on Friday, highlighting one of the problems still facing the Swiss National Bank in its campaign to weaken the Swiss franc. Swiss investors sol
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
China has shut down 13,000 websites since 2015: Xinhua

China has shut down 13,000 websites since 2015: Xinhua

China has shut down or revoked the licenses of 13,000 websites since 2015 for violating the country's internet rules, state media reported Sunday. The news comes as the Communist country continues to strengthen its already tight regulation of the internet
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Frenchman invents lemony oysters in time for holidays

Frenchman invents lemony oysters in time for holidays

A French seafood farmer is proposing lemon-flavoured oysters this holiday season, a delicacy he perfected after four years of trial-and-error experiments in his garage. Joffrey Dubault, 29, also offers oysters flavoured with shallots, another perennial ac
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Turkish Treasury to take over 58.45 percent stake in Vakifbank

Turkish Treasury to take over 58.45 percent stake in Vakifbank

The Turkish Treasury will take over a 58.45 percent stake in Vakifbank currently held by the General Directorate of Foundations, under the Prime Minister's office, an emergency decree published in the Official Gazette said on Sunday. The cabinet will deci
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Gaza zookeeper puts lion cubs up for sale

Gaza zookeeper puts lion cubs up for sale

The owner of a private zoo in the impoverished Gaza Strip has put three lion cubs up for sale, saying he can no longer afford to feed them. Mohammad Ahmad Jumaa took to social media to advertise the animals at 3,500 Jordanian dinars ($5,000) each.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Saudi finance ministry sells 4.775 billion riyals of domestic sukuk

Saudi finance ministry sells 4.775 billion riyals of domestic sukuk

Saudi Arabia's finance ministry said on Sunday it had sold 4.775 billion riyals ($1.27 billion) of domestic sukuk in its monthly sale by re-opening the government's October issue for a second time. The ministry sold 2.400 billion riyals of five-year sukuk
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Saudi finance ministry sells 4.775 billion riyals of domestic sukuk

Saudi finance ministry sells 4.775 billion riyals of domestic sukuk

Saudi Arabia's finance ministry said on Sunday it had sold 4.775 billion riyals ($1.27 billion) of domestic sukuk in its monthly sale by re-opening the government's October issue for a second time. The ministry sold 2.400 billion riyals of five-year sukuk
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Friendly 'robocop' helps police in Hungary

Friendly 'robocop' helps police in Hungary

A talkative little robot has been enlisted by police in Hungary to help bring an electric jolt to presentations in schools and pensioner clubs. "Hi kids!" said robot "Robi" to a class of primary school children in Szolnok, 100 kilometres (60 miles) east o
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Florida orange industry hit by hurricane, disease

Florida orange industry hit by hurricane, disease

Hit by Hurricane Irma and a citrus ailment known as "Yellow Dragon Disease," Florida orange growers are bracing for potentially the worst harvest in more than a half century. Forecasters are projecting a yield of 46 million boxes of oranges for the 2017-2
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Modern-day amber 'Klondikes' thrive in troubled Ukraine

Modern-day amber 'Klondikes' thrive in troubled Ukraine

Volodymyr Korkosh steps on the accelerator and his jeep lurches forward, jumping through deep water-filled ditches. "We often come too late by just two to three minutes," the police officer shouts in disappointment. His unit carries out daily raids on the
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Pakistan records highest increase in mobile internet speed in 2017'

'Pakistan records highest increase in mobile internet speed in 2017'

Pakistan witnessed great increase in mobile Internet speed among the world's most populous countries in 2017, according to a report by Speedtest.net. A report aired by a private news TV channel said, in its Speedtest Global Index, the speed testing compan
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Chinese company Xunlei plans US cloud computing service

Chinese company Xunlei plans US cloud computing service

Chinese tech company Xunlei Ltd plans to launch a cloud computing service in the United States and Europe next year, aiming to compete in Amazon's home market, Xunlei's chief executive said Wednesday. The venture adds to a stream of Chinese technology bra
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Wearable' computing a growing market: IDC

'Wearable' computing a growing market: IDC

Sales of 'wearable' computing items - from internet-linked watches to step-counting shoes - will nearly double in the next few years, a market forecaster said on Wednesday. International Data Corporation expected the overall wearables market to go from sh
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Huawei gives Nokia full hand of smartphone patent deals

Huawei gives Nokia full hand of smartphone patent deals

Nokia has signed a multi-year smartphone patent licence deal with China's Huawei - its arch rival in the networks business - giving it royalty agreements with all of the world's largest handset makers. The Finnish company said on Thursday it would start b
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
French telecommunication firm Iliad on expansion odyssey into Ireland

French telecommunication firm Iliad on expansion odyssey into Ireland

French telecoms entrepreneur Xavier Niel and his firm Iliad have reached a deal to take over Ireland's leading operator eir, adding to his firm's expansion plans into Italy. Niel's personal holding company NJJ and Iliad will each take 31.6 percent stakes
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Facebook improves how blind can 'see' images using AI

Facebook improves how blind can 'see' images using AI

When Matt King first got on Facebook eight years ago, the blind engineer had to weigh whether it was worth spending an entire Saturday morning checking whether a friend of his was actually in his friend list. Such were the tools at the time for the visual
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Facebook to notify users when photos of them are uploaded

Facebook to notify users when photos of them are uploaded

Facebook Inc said on Tuesday it would begin using facial recognition technology to tell people on the social network when others upload photos of them, if they agree to let the company keep a facial template on file. The company said in a statement that i
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Hurricanes, heat waves, fires ravaged planet in 2017
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Hurricanes, heat waves, fires ravaged planet in 2017

Fierce hurricanes, heat waves, floods and wildfires ravaged the planet in 2017, as scientists said the role of climate change in causing or worsening certain natural disasters has grown increasingly clear. It was also the year the world's second largest p
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Eating leafy greens may stave off memory loss

Eating leafy greens may stave off memory loss

Eating one serving of leafy greens per day may stave off memory loss in old age and keep the brain more youthful, according to research published on Wednesday. The difference found between elderly people who ate greens and those who did not was stunning:
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Traffic pollution tied to low-birth-weight risk

Traffic pollution tied to low-birth-weight risk

Air pollution, but not traffic noise, appears to be linked to an increased risk of having low-birth-weight babies, reports a new study from the UK. Vehicle traffic and pedestrians are seen during evening fog and air pollution covering Skopje, Macedonia De
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Warming, melting Arctic is 'new normal'

Warming, melting Arctic is 'new normal'

An increasingly warm Arctic, where temperatures rise twice as fast as the rest of the planet and ice melts at an alarming pace is the "new normal," warned a global scientific report on Tuesday. In 2017, winter sea ice around the Earth's northern pole cove
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Climate change driving record snows in Alaskan mountains: study

Climate change driving record snows in Alaskan mountains: study

Snowfalls atop an Alaskan mountain range have doubled since the start of the industrial age, evidence that climate change can trigger major increases in regional precipitation, according to research published in the journal Scientific Reports on Tuesday.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Two tomatoes a day may keep lung disease at bay: study

Two tomatoes a day may keep lung disease at bay: study

Adults who ate more than two tomatoes a day had a slower rate of natural lung function decline, with ex-smokers seeming to benefit most of all, scientists said on Thursday. Similar benefits, they said, were observed for people who ate more than three port
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Nature and nurture contribute equally to depression risk

Nature and nurture contribute equally to depression risk

For the first time, researchers have found that the environment you're raised in is as important as your genes in determining risk for major depression. In a large retrospective study, researchers looked at depression diagnoses among more than 2.2 million
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Quaid's linkage with Sir Syed and Allama Iqbal

Quaid's linkage with Sir Syed and Allama Iqbal

In advancing the cause of Muslim regeneration and Islamic renascence in India, Jinnah had made a pivotal contribution along with his two notable predecessors: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Allama Iqbal. Sir Syed had laid the foundational groundwork for Muslim e
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Jinnah's relevance in today's Pakistan

Jinnah's relevance in today's Pakistan

We are celebrating the birth anniversary of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah at a time when Pakistan faces the leadership crisis. Some of the present-day leaders lack the foresight to think about the interests of the state and its people in a long-term pe
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Wazir Mansion: a symbol of patriotism
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Wazir Mansion: a symbol of patriotism

The emergence of Pakistan in world's map is a story of long struggle of 95 million South East Muslims under the charismatic leadership of Mohammad Ali Jinnah. The dynamic personality of Jinnah has significantly altered the course of the history. He was a
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Your rupee last week
Currency

Your rupee last week

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last week. (December 18 to 22, 2017).

Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Sunday (December 24, 2017) and the forecast for Monday (December 15, 2017).

Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
China, Russia oppose UN criticism of Myanmar over Rohingya

China, Russia oppose UN criticism of Myanmar over Rohingya

The UN General Assembly on Sunday urged Myanmar to end a military campaign against Muslim Rohingya and called for the appointment of a UN special envoy, despite opposition from China, Russia and some regional countries. A resolution put forward by the Org
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Pentagon must give access to American detained in Iraq: US judge

Pentagon must give access to American detained in Iraq: US judge

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to give the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) access to an American suspected of fighting for Islamic State and held in secret US military detention in Iraq for more than three months. In a ruling i
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Holiday Notice

Holiday Notice

The offices of Business Recorder will remain closed today, Monday (December 25) on account of birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Christmas. Arrangements have, however, been made to bring out the newspaper and Internet edition
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Holiday Notice

Holiday Notice

The offices of Business Recorder will remain closed today, Monday (December 25) on account of birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Christmas. Arrangements have, however, been made to bring out the newspaper and Internet edition
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Quaid's birth anniversary today

Quaid's birth anniversary today

The birth anniversary of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah would be celebrated today across the country with traditional zeal and fervour. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876 in Karachi. There is a public hol
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Quaid's birth anniversary today

Quaid's birth anniversary today

The birth anniversary of Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah would be celebrated today across the country with traditional zeal and fervour. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876 in Karachi. There is a public hol
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
THE RUPEE: move both ways
Currency

THE RUPEE: move both ways

The rupee moved both ways against the dollar on the money market during the week, ended on December 23, 2017. The rupee gained six paisas in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 110.40 and Rs 110.43.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
THE RUPEE: move both ways
Currency

THE RUPEE: move both ways

The rupee moved both ways against the dollar on the money market during the week, ended on December 23, 2017. The rupee gained six paisas in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 110.40 and Rs 110.43.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Wife, mother to meet Jadhav today

Wife, mother to meet Jadhav today

The mother and wife of Indian spy and terrorist Kulbhushan Jadhav will arrive in Islamabad today (Monday). They will arrive in Islamabad by a commercial flight and leave the same day after their meeting with Jadhav. India's deputy high commissioner JP Sin
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Wife, mother to meet Jadhav today

Wife, mother to meet Jadhav today

The mother and wife of Indian spy and terrorist Kulbhushan Jadhav will arrive in Islamabad today (Monday). They will arrive in Islamabad by a commercial flight and leave the same day after their meeting with Jadhav. India's deputy high commissioner JP Sin
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Three soldiers martyred in NW

Three soldiers martyred in NW

A roadside bomb martyred three soldiers Sunday in a remote part of northwest near the border with Afghanistan, officials said. The bombing took place in the village of Ghulam Khan in North Waziristan, one of the country's seven semi-autonomous tribal area
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Three soldiers martyred in NW

Three soldiers martyred in NW

A roadside bomb martyred three soldiers Sunday in a remote part of northwest near the border with Afghanistan, officials said. The bombing took place in the village of Ghulam Khan in North Waziristan, one of the country's seven semi-autonomous tribal area
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Asif to attend trilateral dialogue in Beijing today
Exchange

Asif to attend trilateral dialogue in Beijing today

Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif will arrive here on Monday to attend a trilateral dialogue between the foreign ministers of China, Pakistan and Afghanistan. The foreign minister will be visiting China on the invitation of his Chinese counterpart, W
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Asif to attend trilateral dialogue in Beijing today
Exchange

Asif to attend trilateral dialogue in Beijing today

Foreign Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif will arrive here on Monday to attend a trilateral dialogue between the foreign ministers of China, Pakistan and Afghanistan. The foreign minister will be visiting China on the invitation of his Chinese counterpart, W
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Turkey dismisses more than 2,700

Turkey dismisses more than 2,700

The Turkish government on Sunday ordered the sacking of more than 2,700 people working in public institutions over alleged links to "terror" groups, in the latest purges since last year's failed coup. In a separate emergency decree, the defence procuremen
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Turkey dismisses more than 2,700

Turkey dismisses more than 2,700

The Turkish government on Sunday ordered the sacking of more than 2,700 people working in public institutions over alleged links to "terror" groups, in the latest purges since last year's failed coup. In a separate emergency decree, the defence procuremen
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Judge partially lifts Trump's refugee restrictions

Judge partially lifts Trump's refugee restrictions

A federal judge in Seattle partially blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's newest restrictions on refugee admissions on Saturday, the latest legal defeat for his efforts to curtail immigration and travel to the United States. The decision by U.S. District
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Judge partially lifts Trump's refugee restrictions

Judge partially lifts Trump's refugee restrictions

A federal judge in Seattle partially blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's newest restrictions on refugee admissions on Saturday, the latest legal defeat for his efforts to curtail immigration and travel to the United States. The decision by U.S. District
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PPP disowns Rabbani's anti-US statement

PPP disowns Rabbani's anti-US statement

Pakistan Peoples Party on Sunday disowned Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani's statement that he made hours after he condemned the US policies in his address to a speakers' conference of regional countries in Islamabad. According to a press release issued by Bi
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PPP disowns Rabbani's anti-US statement

PPP disowns Rabbani's anti-US statement

Pakistan Peoples Party on Sunday disowned Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani's statement that he made hours after he condemned the US policies in his address to a speakers' conference of regional countries in Islamabad. According to a press release issued by Bi
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PM reviews operational preparedness of Navy

PM reviews operational preparedness of Navy

In an impressive display of power at sea, combat units of Pakistan Navy conducted operational demonstration and fleet review in the North Arabian Sea. The Prime Minister of, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, witnessed the operational exercises form Pakistan Navy Ship
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PM reviews operational preparedness of Navy

PM reviews operational preparedness of Navy

In an impressive display of power at sea, combat units of Pakistan Navy conducted operational demonstration and fleet review in the North Arabian Sea. The Prime Minister of, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, witnessed the operational exercises form Pakistan Navy Ship
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PSX bounces back
Exchange

PSX bounces back

After six weeks of decline, Pakistan Stock Exchange bounced back during the outgoing week ended December 22, 2017 on the back of healthy buying mainly by local investors and institutions. BRIndex100 gained 104.05 points on week-on-week to close at 4,191.5
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PSX bounces back
Exchange

PSX bounces back

After six weeks of decline, Pakistan Stock Exchange bounced back during the outgoing week ended December 22, 2017 on the back of healthy buying mainly by local investors and institutions. BRIndex100 gained 104.05 points on week-on-week to close at 4,191.5
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PSX bounces back
Exchange

PSX bounces back

After six weeks of decline, Pakistan Stock Exchange bounced back during the outgoing week ended December 22, 2017 on the back of healthy buying mainly by local investors and institutions. BRIndex100 gained 104.05 points on week-on-week to close at 4,191.5
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Future spreads up by 453 basis points

Future spreads up by 453 basis points

The future spreads increased by 453bps to 3.45 percent on the last day of outgoing week. Trading activities on the futures counter remained this as average daily volumes decreased by 9.0 percent to 35.77 million shares. Average daily trading value decline
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Future spreads up by 453 basis points

Future spreads up by 453 basis points

The future spreads increased by 453bps to 3.45 percent on the last day of outgoing week. Trading activities on the futures counter remained this as average daily volumes decreased by 9.0 percent to 35.77 million shares. Average daily trading value decline
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PC mulling 'special' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

PC mulling 'special' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

Privatisation Commission (PC) is likely to create a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to settle Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) liabilities hovering around Rs 188 billion aimed at revival of whole unit instead on staggered units, well informed sources in PC told <
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PC mulling 'special' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

PC mulling 'special' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

Privatisation Commission (PC) is likely to create a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to settle Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) liabilities hovering around Rs 188 billion aimed at revival of whole unit instead on staggered units, well informed sources in PC told <
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
PC mulling ''special'' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

PC mulling ''special'' measure to deal with PSM liabilities

Privatisation Commission (PC) is likely to create a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to settle Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) liabilities hovering around Rs 188 billion aimed at revival of whole unit instead on staggered units, well informed sources in PC told <
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Don't vote for PML-N,' Pir Sialvi asks people

'Don't vote for PML-N,' Pir Sialvi asks people

Ulema and Mushaikh and their millions of followers across the country pledged on Sunday not to vote for PML-N candidates in the 2018 general elections. This 'pledge' was obtained by revered octogenarian Pir Khawaja Hameeduddin Sialvi while addressing an e
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
'Don't vote for PML-N,' Pir Sialvi asks people

'Don't vote for PML-N,' Pir Sialvi asks people

Ulema and Mushaikh and their millions of followers across the country pledged on Sunday not to vote for PML-N candidates in the 2018 general elections. This 'pledge' was obtained by revered octogenarian Pir Khawaja Hameeduddin Sialvi while addressing an e
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Speakers' conference projected soft image of country: Marriyum

Speakers' conference projected soft image of country: Marriyum

Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting, National History and Literary Heritage Marriyum Aurangzeb talking to media said here Sunday that the Speakers conference had projected soft image of Pakistan besides conveying the message that the regional
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Montreal orchestra opens sex harassment probe into Dutoit

Montreal orchestra opens sex harassment probe into Dutoit

The Montreal Symphony Orchestra on Sunday said it was launching an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct against renowned conductor Charles Dutoit. The inquiry into the 81-year-old Swiss maestro's behavior came a day after a female musician
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
World's largest amphibious aircraft takes off in China

World's largest amphibious aircraft takes off in China

China's home-grown AG600, the world's largest amphibious aircraft in production, took to the skies on Sunday for its maiden flight. The plane, codenamed "Kunlong" according to state news agency Xinhua, took off from the southern city of Zhuhai and landed
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
World's largest amphibious aircraft takes off in China

World's largest amphibious aircraft takes off in China

China's home-grown AG600, the world's largest amphibious aircraft in production, took to the skies on Sunday for its maiden flight. The plane, codenamed "Kunlong" according to state news agency Xinhua, took off from the southern city of Zhuhai and landed
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Philippines storm death toll tops 200, tens of thousands displaced

Philippines storm death toll tops 200, tens of thousands displaced

More than 200 people have been killed and scores were missing in the southern Philippines Sunday after a tropical storm triggered severe flooding and landslides that also wrecked Christmas for tens of thousands of survivors. Tropical Storm Tembin lashed M
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Philippines storm death toll tops 200, tens of thousands displaced

Philippines storm death toll tops 200, tens of thousands displaced

More than 200 people have been killed and scores were missing in the southern Philippines Sunday after a tropical storm triggered severe flooding and landslides that also wrecked Christmas for tens of thousands of survivors. Tropical Storm Tembin lashed M
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Qadri's name may be placed on ECL

Qadri's name may be placed on ECL

The federal capital's local administration is planning to request Ministry of Interior for putting Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) chief Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri on Exit Control List for his alleged involvement in different criminal cases. Official sources told
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Qadri's name may be placed on ECL

Qadri's name may be placed on ECL

The federal capital's local administration is planning to request Ministry of Interior for putting Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) chief Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri on Exit Control List for his alleged involvement in different criminal cases. Official sources told
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
An embarrassing vote for the US

An embarrassing vote for the US

In a rare emergency session on Thursday, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) passed a rare resolution moved by Turkey and Yemen, and co-sponsored by Pakistan, against the US decision to recognize Jerusalem, the city that goes to the heart of Palestinian-Israel
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Special courts for children

Special courts for children

In an important step towards protecting rights of children who come into conflict with the law, the country's first ever juvenile court has been established at the Judicial Complex in Lahore. A pilot project, it is to be extended to other areas following
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Law of binding precedents - II

Law of binding precedents - II

Binding principles for high courts: Under Article 201 of Constitution subject to Article 189 any decision of High Court shall, to the extent that it decides a question of law or is based upon or enunciate a principle of law, be binding on all Court
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Unhealthy priorities

Unhealthy priorities

Sick and getting sicker. Punjab attains the 2nd highest position in the world in prevalence of Hepatitis C, and the race to become the most hepatitis-stricken country in the world is on with Egypt. Every change of season presents health hazards. The body
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Could the 'curve' be warning of a US recession?

Could the 'curve' be warning of a US recession?

The US economy may be basking in the warm glow of solid growth, but economists are nervously eyeing a trend in the bond market that could spell stormy weather ahead. Even though President Donald Trump is touting unemployment at its lowest level in 17 year
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Quaid's birth anniversary

Quaid's birth anniversary

Today is our Quaid's birth anniversary. Pakistan came into being in 1947. It was a heavenly gift for us and for our future generations. Pakistan has given us our identity. The Quaid and his colleagues deserve glowing tributes for their untiring struggle.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Kalasha people celebrate Chatar Mas to welcome winter season

Kalasha people celebrate Chatar Mas to welcome winter season

The Kalasha people, known for their unique culture, celebrated their annual winter festival Chatar Mas, which concluded in the Bumburate valley, in the south of Chitral district. The concluding ceremony of Chatar Mas was held amid beating drums, dancing a
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Special squad to demolish illegal constructions

Special squad to demolish illegal constructions

City District Nazim, Mohammad Asim Khan has directed the formation of a special squad to demolish constructions made in violation of the maps. The directives were issued during a meeting of Building Control Authority (BCA) held here with District Nazim in
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Pakistan remains committed to fighting terrorism: Aizaz

Pakistan remains committed to fighting terrorism: Aizaz

Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States Aizaz Chaudhry has reiterated Pakistan's commitment to fighting terrorism and said the resolve of the nation remained strong to root out this menace. He made these remarks at the launching of "A Factsheet on Paki
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
3,500 cops to guard churches, public places on Christmas

3,500 cops to guard churches, public places on Christmas

Elaborate security arrangements have been finalized by the city police for Christmas while 3500 police personnel will be deployed in the city to ensure tight security arrangements for Churches and public places. According to a police spokesman, ladies pol
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Prime Minister felicitates Christians on Christmas

Prime Minister felicitates Christians on Christmas

Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi felicitated the Christian community from across the globe on Christmas, appreciating the efforts of Pakistan's Christian community for socio-economic development of their homeland. "We are proud of our Christian brethre
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Jhagra greets Christians

Jhagra greets Christians

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra has felicitated the Christian Community of Pakistan on Christmas. In his message on the eve of Christmas, he said merry Christmas to the Christian Community of the country especially those hailing from Khyber
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
No military solution to Afghan conflict: Maleeha

No military solution to Afghan conflict: Maleeha

Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Maleeha Lodhi told the Security Council on Saturday that continuing use of force in Afghanistan cannot deliver peace. Pakistan's envoy to the world body was speaking at a Security Council debate on
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
KP governor pays glowing tribute to Jinnah

KP governor pays glowing tribute to Jinnah

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Iqbal Zafar Jhagra has said that unity of people and their constructive and fruitful contributions for the country's integrity, security, development and prosperity is the befitting tribute to founder of Pakistan Muhammad Ali J
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
NIA summons Geelani's son for fourth time

NIA summons Geelani's son for fourth time

India's National Investigating Agency has again summoned Naseem Geelani, the son of All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman, Syed Ali Geelani, to its New Delhi office in the name of questioning. According to Kashmir Media Service, this is the fourth time
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Need for promoting smoke-free tobacco products stressed

Need for promoting smoke-free tobacco products stressed

Amidst growing realization worldwide regarding the hazardous effects of combustible tobacco products consumption, the calls for switching to safer alternates to ensure tobacco harm reduction are gaining momentum.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Low gas pressure irks people

Low gas pressure irks people

Citizens are facing severe problem due to low gas pressure at peak hours which forced them to use LPG in their homes. They urged the authorities concerned to take up the matter of gas shortage and resolve it on priority basis. They said that people were f
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Murderer of wife, two facilitators held

Murderer of wife, two facilitators held

The police arrested murderer of wife along with his two facilitators during a crackdown here on Sunday. The key accused identified as Ali Hassan had killed his wife over domestic disputes and attempted to term the incident as outcome of resistance during
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
3G technology to be available across country in 2018: Anusha

3G technology to be available across country in 2018: Anusha

Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunications Anusha Rahman said on Saturday that 3G technology will be available across the whole country in 2018. She was addressing the inauguration ceremony of the National Incubation Center (NIC)
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Saad lauds: CoAS for his unequivocal support for democracy

Saad lauds: CoAS for his unequivocal support for democracy

Railways Minster Khawaja Saad Rafique said on Sunday that Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa had unequivocally supported the democratic system in the country. Referring to the Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa's recent
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Shahbaz meets diplomats

Shahbaz meets diplomats

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif here on Sunday met Ambassadors and High Commissioners of more than 16 countries. During the two-hour meeting with diplomats, infrastructure improvement, development endeavors in the province were discussed. Diplomats d
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
SCCI urges government to help set up 'support industry

SCCI urges government to help set up 'support industry

President Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) Zahid Latif Malik has stressed the need of setting up "Support industry" to facilitate industrial sector of the country. No work had been done to invest in Support industry to complement the existi
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
CM reviews payments made to farmers by sugar mill owners

CM reviews payments made to farmers by sugar mill owners

Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting here Sunday which reviewed the payments to farmers by sugar mill owners. Addressing the meeting, the CM directed to ensure the availability of sugarcane at a cost of Rs 180 per bag
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Sindh government providing modern healthcare facilities: Bilawal

Sindh government providing modern healthcare facilities: Bilawal

Pakistan Peoples Party's Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said the PPP's Sindh government is trying to provide modern healthcare facilities to all citizens in the province. Speaking as a chief guest at the inauguration ceremony of National Institute of
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
DWP Group, LUMS sign MoU for national outreach programme

DWP Group, LUMS sign MoU for national outreach programme

DWP Group and Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the sponsorship of 100% scholarships to the needy students, through the LUMS - National Outreach Program Session 2018. A formal ceremony was
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Five girls among seven children hurt in grenade blast

Five girls among seven children hurt in grenade blast

Seven children including five girls were injured in a hand grenade explosion in Lower Orakzai Agency on Sunday. Political authorities said that children were playing with a scrap hand grenade which they had brought into their home from a nearby field.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
10 killed in mishap on Indus Highway

10 killed in mishap on Indus Highway

Ten persons of a family were killed and several others injured when two passenger coaches coming from opposite directions collided with a Suzuki van, sandwiching the vehicle, on Sunday morning on the Indus Highway near Sann, police said. According to Seni
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Quaid's Day, Christmas: CM reviews security arrangements

Quaid's Day, Christmas: CM reviews security arrangements

Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif Saturday chaired a high level meeting, to review the law and order situation in the province and the security situation on Quaid-e-Azam Day and Christmas. Shahbaz directed the authorities to ensure fool-proof
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
President urges nation to get united

President urges nation to get united

President Mamnoon Hussain urged the nation to get united for the noble cause of national progress and prosperity by setting aside the political and non-political differences. In his message to the nation on the birth anniversary of Founder of the Nation Q
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
JI leader distributes gifts among Christian families

JI leader distributes gifts among Christian families

Secretary General, Jamaat-e-Islami, Liaquat Baloch, has said that the religious parties in the MMA were committed to putting the country on track. He was speaking at a ceremony of giving away Christmas gifts to Christian families at his residence here on
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
JI chief accuses PML-N government of not providing potable water

JI chief accuses PML-N government of not providing potable water

Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami, Senator Sirajul Haq, has said that the ousted Prime Minister should launch a movement against his own party government which had failed to provide clean drinking water to the people so far. He was addressing a large public meetin
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Siddiqui visits martyrs' families in IoK

Siddiqui visits martyrs' families in IoK

Tehreek-e-Muzahamat Chairman Bilal Ahmed Siddiqui visited the family members of Tanveer Ahmed Butt and Ruby Jan in Shopian district in Indian occupied Kashmir (IoK). According to Kashmir Media Service, Bilal Ahmed Siddiqui while talking to the family memb
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Railways to relaunch Kohat Rail Car on January 10

Railways to relaunch Kohat Rail Car on January 10

Pakistan Railways (PR) will relaunch Kohat Rail Car from January 10, as all arrangements in this regard are being finalized. A Railways official informed APP that the Kohat-Rawalpindi rail track had been rehabilitated besides renovating and rehabilitating
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Farmers asked to save crops from frost, severe cold

Farmers asked to save crops from frost, severe cold

As per seasonal predictions, farmers should make necessary arrangements for saving their crops from the effects of frost and severe cold. Clear day timing combined with dry air and severe cold are main hazards to create frost a senior official of the agri
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Coal projects to turn Thar into developed region: Dr Ishrat

Coal projects to turn Thar into developed region: Dr Ishrat

Former Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and eminent economist Dr Ishrat Husain has said that Thar Coal projects will turn the underdeveloped district of Tharparkar into a developed region. "The Pakistan government and other corporate sector organizat
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
HMD Global celebrates one year as new home of Nokia phones

HMD Global celebrates one year as new home of Nokia phones

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today celebrates its first birthday. In just 12 months, the start-up has made 12 major announcements including the introduction of eleven new devices, and global partnerships with industry heavyweights such as ZEISS.
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
FFCL pays tributes to Quaid-e-Azam

FFCL pays tributes to Quaid-e-Azam

We celebrate 25th of December as the birthday of the founder of the Nation. It was his staunch political leadership and untiring efforts that helped the Muslims of the sub-continent in getting an independent homeland "Pakistan". Fauji Fertilizer Company (
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
NCSW urges ECP to declare Upper Dir by-election's result null, void

NCSW urges ECP to declare Upper Dir by-election's result null, void

The National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) Sunday urged the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to declare the result of Union Council Darora, Tehsil Upper Dir, by-election, held on Thursday, December 21, null and void as women of the area we
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Security on high alert in Lahore

Security on high alert in Lahore

Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Amin Wains on Sunday directed to put security on high alert on the Quaid-e-Azam Day and Christmas to protect life and property of people. He said policemen had been deployed outside churches while security would be high
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Leased houses must not be demolished: mayor

Leased houses must not be demolished: mayor

Mayor Karachi Wasim Akhtar said on Sunday leased houses would not be allowed to demolish like China cutting. "This in not justice to demolish the houses of those who constructed them with their hard earned earnings. Those who cheated people and did China
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Rights of Karachiites: PSP chief threatens government of mass struggle

Rights of Karachiites: PSP chief threatens government of mass struggle

Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) chairman Syed Mustafa Kamal has threatened to begin mass struggle against the government if "unfair and biased policies targeting Karachiites are continued." "Karachiites will initiate mega struggle to decide the best solution fo
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
Lashkari Raisani joins BNP-Mengal

Lashkari Raisani joins BNP-Mengal

President Balochistan National Party and former Balochistan Chief Minister Sardar Akhtar Mengal has said that we have differences with PML-N but would never support any move of derailing democracy. We are proud that our elders' struggle and their politica
Published 25 Dec, 2017 12:00am
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