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ATP Maharashtra Open result
Sports

ATP Maharashtra Open result

PUNE: Result from the ATP Maharashtra Open in Pune, India, on Saturday (x denotes seed): Final Gilles Simon (FRA)
Published 06 Jan, 2018 02:29pm
South Africa v India scores
Cricket

South Africa v India scores

CAPE TOWN: Brief scores at tea on the second day of the first Test between South Africa and India at Newlands on Saturda
Published 06 Jan, 2018 02:12pm
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates

JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US could freeze almost $2 billion in aid to Pakistan: senior official

US could freeze almost $2 billion in aid to Pakistan: senior official

US President Donald Trump's decision to freeze aid to Pakistan could affect almost two billion dollars' worth of assistance, a senior administration official said on Friday - substantially more than first thought. After an announcement designed to force P
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US could freeze almost $2 billion in aid to Pakistan: senior official

US could freeze almost $2 billion in aid to Pakistan: senior official

US President Donald Trump's decision to freeze aid to Pakistan could affect almost two billion dollars' worth of assistance, a senior administration official said on Friday - substantially more than first thought. After an announcement designed to force P
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Asghar Khan dies

Asghar Khan dies

Former Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Asghar Khan passed away on early Friday, family sources said. Asghar Khan, who became the head of PAF at the age of 35, was going to turn 97 on January 17, this year. His burial would be held today in his native
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Asghar Khan dies

Asghar Khan dies

Former Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Asghar Khan passed away on early Friday, family sources said. Asghar Khan, who became the head of PAF at the age of 35, was going to turn 97 on January 17, this year. His burial would be held today in his native
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
State funeral today

State funeral today

In pursuance of announcement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan, State Funeral shall be accorded to Air Marshal Asghar Khan (Retd), who expired on Friday. The national flag of Pakistan shall fly at half-mast on today, said a press release.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
State funeral today

State funeral today

In pursuance of announcement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan, State Funeral shall be accorded to Air Marshal Asghar Khan (Retd), who expired on Friday. The national flag of Pakistan shall fly at half-mast on today, said a press release.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn
Cotton

Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of sales tax and customs duty on imported cotton effective January 8, 2018. The ECC met with Prime Minister Khaqan Abbasi in the chair Friday where a proposal submitted b
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn
Cotton

Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of sales tax and customs duty on imported cotton effective January 8, 2018. The ECC met with Prime Minister Khaqan Abbasi in the chair Friday where a proposal submitted b
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn
Cotton

Effective Monday: GST, duty on imported cotton withdrawn

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of sales tax and customs duty on imported cotton effective January 8, 2018. The ECC met with Prime Minister Khaqan Abbasi in the chair Friday where a proposal submitted b
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong
Exchange

Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong

Pakistan and Hong Kong have enforced an agreement for Avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion covering taxes such as profit tax, salary tax and property tax in case of Hong Kong and income tax and Super Tax in case of Pakistan. A
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong
Exchange

Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong

Pakistan and Hong Kong have enforced an agreement for Avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion covering taxes such as profit tax, salary tax and property tax in case of Hong Kong and income tax and Super Tax in case of Pakistan. A
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong
Exchange

Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with Hong Kong

Pakistan and Hong Kong have enforced an agreement for Avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion covering taxes such as profit tax, salary tax and property tax in case of Hong Kong and income tax and Super Tax in case of Pakistan. A
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
BRIndex100 keeps rising
Exchange

BRIndex100 keeps rising

Pakistan Stock Exchange Friday witnessed another bullish session on the back of local and foreign investors' support. BRIndex100 gained 74.29 points or 1.65 percent to close at 4.565.83 points. BRIndex100 touched intraday high of 4,569.16 and intraday low
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
BRIndex100 keeps rising
Exchange

BRIndex100 keeps rising

Pakistan Stock Exchange Friday witnessed another bullish session on the back of local and foreign investors' support. BRIndex100 gained 74.29 points or 1.65 percent to close at 4.565.83 points. BRIndex100 touched intraday high of 4,569.16 and intraday low
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
BRIndex100 keeps rising
Exchange

BRIndex100 keeps rising

Pakistan Stock Exchange Friday witnessed another bullish session on the back of local and foreign investors'' support. BRIndex100 gained 74.29 points or 1.65 percent to close at 4.565.83 points. BRIndex100 touched intraday high of 4,569.16 and intraday lo
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
War has already cost Pakistan $120 billion, US told

War has already cost Pakistan $120 billion, US told

The Foreign Office, while responding to the US decision of suspending its entire security assistance, Friday said that Pakistan has fought war against terrorism largely from its own resources, which cost over $120 billion in last 15 years. "Arbitrary dead
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
War has already cost Pakistan $120 billion, US told

War has already cost Pakistan $120 billion, US told

The Foreign Office, while responding to the US decision of suspending its entire security assistance, Friday said that Pakistan has fought war against terrorism largely from its own resources, which cost over $120 billion in last 15 years. "Arbitrary dead
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan rejects US designation

Pakistan rejects US designation

Pakistan Friday rejected its designation in 'Special Watch List for severe violations of religious freedom' by the United States, saying that the move 'reflects the double standard and political motives.' Reacting to the latest move under which the US Sta
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan rejects US designation

Pakistan rejects US designation

Pakistan Friday rejected its designation in 'Special Watch List for severe violations of religious freedom' by the United States, saying that the move 'reflects the double standard and political motives.' Reacting to the latest move under which the US Sta
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US, Israel 'meddling' in Pakistan, Iran: Erdogan

US, Israel 'meddling' in Pakistan, Iran: Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused the United States and Israel on Friday of meddling in Iran after Turkey's neighbour was gripped by several days of deadly unrest. A total of 21 people died and hundreds were arrested in the week-long protests
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US, Israel 'meddling' in Pakistan, Iran: Erdogan

US, Israel 'meddling' in Pakistan, Iran: Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused the United States and Israel on Friday of meddling in Iran after Turkey's neighbour was gripped by several days of deadly unrest. A total of 21 people died and hundreds were arrested in the week-long protests
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Imran accuses Shahbaz of handing state secrets out

Imran accuses Shahbaz of handing state secrets out

Declaring Nawaz Sharif a "security risk" for the country, Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan on Friday accused Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif of handing out state secrets to American officials in a bid to stay in power in one way or
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Imran accuses Shahbaz of handing state secrets out

Imran accuses Shahbaz of handing state secrets out

Declaring Nawaz Sharif a "security risk" for the country, Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan on Friday accused Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif of handing out state secrets to American officials in a bid to stay in power in one way or
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened
Exchange

SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved amendments to the Securities Exchange (Licensing and Operation) Regulations 2016 to mandate one-third of board as independent director on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Presently, the
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened
Exchange

SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved amendments to the Securities Exchange (Licensing and Operation) Regulations 2016 to mandate one-third of board as independent director on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Presently, the
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened
Exchange

SRO 9(I)/2018 issued: governance structure of PSX strengthened

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved amendments to the Securities Exchange (Licensing and Operation) Regulations 2016 to mandate one-third of board as independent director on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Presently, the
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Hudaibiya matter: Sharifs denied due process of law: SC

Hudaibiya matter: Sharifs denied due process of law: SC

Pinpointing disinterest of the NAB in adjudicating reference against the Sharifs before the accountability court in the Rs 1.2 billion Hudaibiya Paper Mills case, the Supreme Court said the Sharif family was denied due process of law in the matter.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Hudaibiya matter: Sharifs denied due process of law: SC

Hudaibiya matter: Sharifs denied due process of law: SC

Pinpointing disinterest of the NAB in adjudicating reference against the Sharifs before the accountability court in the Rs 1.2 billion Hudaibiya Paper Mills case, the Supreme Court said the Sharif family was denied due process of law in the matter.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Avenfield apartments' case: foreign secretary meets NAB chief

Avenfield apartments' case: foreign secretary meets NAB chief

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has asked Ministry of Foreign Affairs to speed up the process of repossession of documents regarding the Avenfield properties case filed against the Sharif family, through diplomatic sources. Sources said that NAB Chai
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Avenfield apartments' case: foreign secretary meets NAB chief

Avenfield apartments' case: foreign secretary meets NAB chief

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has asked Ministry of Foreign Affairs to speed up the process of repossession of documents regarding the Avenfield properties case filed against the Sharif family, through diplomatic sources. Sources said that NAB Chai
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company
Exchange

Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company

Saudi Arabia has changed the status of national oil firm Aramco to a joint-stock company as of January 1, the kingdom's official bulletin said on Friday, in a major step ahead of a planned initial public offering. Aramco has a fully paid capital of 60 bil
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company
Exchange

Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company

Saudi Arabia has changed the status of national oil firm Aramco to a joint-stock company as of January 1, the kingdom's official bulletin said on Friday, in a major step ahead of a planned initial public offering. Aramco has a fully paid capital of 60 bil
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS
Exchange

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company
Exchange

Saudi Arabia changes Aramco status to joint-stock company

Saudi Arabia has changed the status of national oil firm Aramco to a joint-stock company as of January 1, the kingdom''s official bulletin said on Friday, in a major step ahead of a planned initial public offering. Aramco has a fully paid capital of 60 bi
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
German 'debt clock' counts down for first time in 22 years

German 'debt clock' counts down for first time in 22 years

A "debt clock" in Berlin, run by German tax lobbyists to shame the government into reining in spending, is falling for the first time in its 22-year history. In a sign of Berlin's famously tight fiscal discipline, it shows public coffers moving into the b
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
German 'debt clock' counts down for first time in 22 years

German 'debt clock' counts down for first time in 22 years

A "debt clock" in Berlin, run by German tax lobbyists to shame the government into reining in spending, is falling for the first time in its 22-year history. In a sign of Berlin's famously tight fiscal discipline, it shows public coffers moving into the b
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
German ''debt clock'' counts down for first time in 22 years

German ''debt clock'' counts down for first time in 22 years

A "debt clock" in Berlin, run by German tax lobbyists to shame the government into reining in spending, is falling for the first time in its 22-year history. In a sign of Berlin''s famously tight fiscal discipline, it shows public coffers moving into the
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Balochistan minister, adviser resign

Balochistan minister, adviser resign

The crisis escalated in Balochistan government on Friday afternoon with the resignations of a provincial minister and the chief minister's adviser.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Balochistan minister, adviser resign

Balochistan minister, adviser resign

The crisis escalated in Balochistan government on Friday afternoon with the resignations of a provincial minister and the chief minister's adviser.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Member to Member

Member to Member

The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

Pakistan LNG Limited is likely to award the LNG cargoes contracts next week for supply in March to three lowest bidders. According to commercial evaluation report released by Pakistan LNG Limited, trading companies Vitol, Trafigura and BB Energy submitted
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

Pakistan LNG Limited is likely to award the LNG cargoes contracts next week for supply in March to three lowest bidders. According to commercial evaluation report released by Pakistan LNG Limited, trading companies Vitol, Trafigura and BB Energy submitted
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

LNG cargo contracts likely to be awarded next week

Pakistan LNG Limited is likely to award the LNG cargoes contracts next week for supply in March to three lowest bidders. According to commercial evaluation report released by Pakistan LNG Limited, trading companies Vitol, Trafigura and BB Energy submitted
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Ministry concerned at 'politics' in EDB

Ministry concerned at 'politics' in EDB

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) is reportedly concerned about politics in officially declared "corrupt" Engineering Development Board (EDB) which is hampering its performance, well-informed sources told Business Recorder.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Ministry concerned at 'politics' in EDB

Ministry concerned at 'politics' in EDB

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) is reportedly concerned about politics in officially declared "corrupt" Engineering Development Board (EDB) which is hampering its performance, well-informed sources told Business Recorder.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
THE RUPEE: falling trend
Currency

THE RUPEE: falling trend

An easier trend persisted on the money market on Friday as the rupee continued slide in terms of the dollar in the process of trading, dealers said. The rupee almost sustained the overnight levels in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 110
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Ministry concerned at ''politics'' in EDB

Ministry concerned at ''politics'' in EDB

Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P) is reportedly concerned about politics in officially declared "corrupt" Engineering Development Board (EDB) which is hampering its performance, well-informed sources told Business Recorder.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
THE RUPEE: falling trend
Currency

THE RUPEE: falling trend

An easier trend persisted on the money market on Friday as the rupee continued slide in terms of the dollar in the process of trading, dealers said. The rupee almost sustained the overnight levels in relation to the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 110
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada's unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent in December, the lowest since comparable data began being collected in January 1976, official data showed Friday. The Canadian economy added 79,000 new jobs last month, as part of an upward trend seen in rece
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada's unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent in December, the lowest since comparable data began being collected in January 1976, official data showed Friday. The Canadian economy added 79,000 new jobs last month, as part of an upward trend seen in rece
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada unemployment drops to 5.7%, lowest in 42 years

Canada''s unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent in December, the lowest since comparable data began being collected in January 1976, official data showed Friday. The Canadian economy added 79,000 new jobs last month, as part of an upward trend seen in rec
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US warns Iran at UN

US warns Iran at UN

US Ambassador Nikki Haley warned Iranian authorities on Friday that the world is watching as it responds to anti-government protests. "The Iranian regime is now on notice: the world will be watching what you do," Haley told an emergency meeting of the UN
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
US warns Iran at UN

US warns Iran at UN

US Ambassador Nikki Haley warned Iranian authorities on Friday that the world is watching as it responds to anti-government protests. "The Iranian regime is now on notice: the world will be watching what you do," Haley told an emergency meeting of the UN
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

New car sales in Britain fell for the first time in six years in 2017, on plummeting demand for diesel-powered vehicles and as Brexit-fuelled inflation hit spending, data showed Friday. Total sales dropped 5.7 percent to 2.54 million vehicles, the first a
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

New car sales in Britain fell for the first time in six years in 2017, on plummeting demand for diesel-powered vehicles and as Brexit-fuelled inflation hit spending, data showed Friday. Total sales dropped 5.7 percent to 2.54 million vehicles, the first a
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Friday (January 05, 2018)

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

UK car sales fall for first time in six years in 2017

New car sales in Britain fell for the first time in six years in 2017, on plummeting demand for diesel-powered vehicles and as Brexit-fuelled inflation hit spending, data showed Friday. Total sales dropped 5.7 percent to 2.54 million vehicles, the first a
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari Friday expressed annoyance at the delay in power projects being established under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and directed the concerned organizations to expedite work on these pr
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari Friday expressed annoyance at the delay in power projects being established under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and directed the concerned organizations to expedite work on these pr
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Minister irked by delay in CPEC power projects

Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari Friday expressed annoyance at the delay in power projects being established under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and directed the concerned organizations to expedite work on these pr
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Trump team worried about his fitness for office: author

Trump team worried about his fitness for office: author

The release of a bombshell-filled book about Donald Trump's first year in the White House on Friday sparked fresh debate about the president's fitness for office, with the author claiming his closest aides "say he is like a child."
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Friday (January 05, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Trump team worried about his fitness for office: author

Trump team worried about his fitness for office: author

The release of a bombshell-filled book about Donald Trump's first year in the White House on Friday sparked fresh debate about the president's fitness for office, with the author claiming his closest aides "say he is like a child."
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Friday (January 05, 2018) and the forecast for Saturday (January 06, 2018).

Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Nawaz Sharif on warpath

Nawaz Sharif on warpath

According to former prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, the political situation is starting to "smell", because he believes that the forces that were behind his removal from the Prime Minister's House six months ago are now busy planning his party's defeat and
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Welcome overtures

Welcome overtures

After US President Trump's disparaging Twitter remarks about Pakistan and an angry Pakistani leadership saying its piece both sides seem to be cooling off, making some conciliatory comments though they stay stuck to their respective positions on the issue
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan on the rise - 2018

Pakistan on the rise - 2018

The year 2017 left behind achievements and disappointments for the nation. The good news is that achievements outweighs disappointments.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Minimum wage hikes not enough to boost broader US salaries

Minimum wage hikes not enough to boost broader US salaries

Hikes in the minimum wage take effect this week in about 40 US states and municipalities but they will not be enough to boost US salaries more broadly, economists say. Congress has not approved a federal minimum wage hike since 2009, and it was not indexe
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
The factions that will decide Iran's protest response

The factions that will decide Iran's protest response

Recent unrest has highlighted the deep-seated frustration felt by many Iranians over the economy and their demands for reform, and attention now turns to how the political establishment will respond. Often seen in monolithic terms outside the country, Ira
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Task of new economic team

Task of new economic team

Minister of State for Finance, Rana Afzal Khan's talk with media persons in which he spelt out challenges that the incumbent government faces during its remaining tenure. Managing external side of the economy will be a major challenge for the government i
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
3.2 million SMEs exist in country: Dr Ayesha
Exchange

3.2 million SMEs exist in country: Dr Ayesha

Provincial Minister for Finance Dr Ayesha Ghous Pasha has said that there are around 3.2 million small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Pakistan of which 65 percent are operating in the Punjab. She said this while addressing the inaugural session of a wor
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Shahbaz pays rich tributes to Asghar Khan

Shahbaz pays rich tributes to Asghar Khan

Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sense of sorrow and grief over the sad demise of former Air Marshal Asghar Khan. In his condolence message, Shahbaz paid rich tributes to the gallantry services of Air Marshal Asghar Khan (R
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Senate's devolution committee visits UET Lahore

Senate's devolution committee visits UET Lahore

Devolution committee consists of different senators visited University of Engineering & Technology Lahore on Friday. The committee is chaired by Senator Mir Kabir Ahmad, Muhammad Shahi and various members including Senator Nawabzada Saifullah Magsi, Senat
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
PPDWP approves Rs 6.3 billion for stunting reduction programme

PPDWP approves Rs 6.3 billion for stunting reduction programme

The Punjab Provincial Development Working Party approved Rs 6.37 billion for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Programme under Stunting Reduction Programme in 11 districts of Multan, Bahawalpur and D G Khan Civil Division here on Friday.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
'No permanent relations with any country in foreign affairs'

'No permanent relations with any country in foreign affairs'

Chairman Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar said on Thursday that there cannot be permanent relations with any country in foreign affairs. "US President Trump has a unique style of politics but we should take it seriously. He
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Hearing to book PML-N leaders in treason case adjourned

Hearing to book PML-N leaders in treason case adjourned

The city court on Friday adjourned the hearing of a petition seeking registration of a treason case against former premier Nawaz Sharif, Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif, Minister Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique and others to January 20.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
PBIT, Spanish body sign MoU

PBIT, Spanish body sign MoU

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony was held between Punjab Board of Investment and Trade (PBIT) and NET de GERRERS, a Spanish entity engaged in business of cross border real estate projects to strengthen the business ties between Punjab
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Punjab University's acting VC resigns

Punjab University's acting VC resigns

Acting Vice Chancellor of University of Punjab Dr Zafar Mueen Nasir resigned from his post on Friday. According to the sources, the acting vice chancellor of PU resigned due to immense pressure by the government to provide two canal land of the university
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
LCCI chief urges government to promote green technology across country

LCCI chief urges government to promote green technology across country

"Growing energy demand in Pakistan and environment-related challenges can turn aside by green technologies which are being experienced successfully in various countries around the globe." Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Malik Tahi
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Conspiracy to topple Balochistan government won't succeed: Kakar

Conspiracy to topple Balochistan government won't succeed: Kakar

No-trust movement whipping up chaotic storm in Balochistan as well as entire country is spineless and will lose its steam at the earliest since required numbers to overthrow PML-N Chief Minister Nawab Sanaullah Zehri are not at the disposal of dissenters.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Nation ready to face challenges being faced by country: FPCCI

Nation ready to face challenges being faced by country: FPCCI

President Federation of Pakistan chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Ghazanfar Bilour has said that Pakistan is ready to face the new challenges with the support of its people and our armed forces are ready to thwart any adventure from any direction
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan envoy flying to Washington with a plan

Pakistan envoy flying to Washington with a plan

Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, Aizaz Chaudhry, has told Aaj News that he is going to Washington with a plan and will keep contacts with US officials intact. In an interview to Aaj News programme 'Roobaroo' hosted by Shaukat Piracha, Aizaz den
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
'US statements against Pakistan would not help achieve goals'

'US statements against Pakistan would not help achieve goals'

Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States, Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry has said that Pakistan is a sovereign country and statements by the US officials against a sovereign state would not help achieving goals and targets against terrorism.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
China's support helps Pakistan overcome power shortage

China's support helps Pakistan overcome power shortage

China's solid support helped Pakistan successfully overcome its chronic power shortage as well as giving boost to overall socio-economic development, says an article published in Chinese media on Friday. China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is testimon
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
America has no problem with Pak-China ties: US official

America has no problem with Pak-China ties: US official

The US has appeared unperturbed that its suspension of security aid to Pakistan would bring Islamabad closer to China and insisted that the two relationships are different. "I believe they (Pakistan) do want to build strong relations with both countries.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
JUI-S leader for evolving consensus on Fata-KP merger

JUI-S leader for evolving consensus on Fata-KP merger

Jamiat-e-Ulema-e-Islam Samiul Haq (JUI-S) provincial Ameer, Maulana Yousaf Shah has urged the federal government and all the political parties to shun their political differences and promote unity in order to evolve consensus on the timely merger of Feder
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
NA panel okays two bills

NA panel okays two bills

The National Assembly Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Friday approved two bills. Discussion on another two bills was deferred due to the movers' absence. The two bills, "The Health Services Academy (Restructuri
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
31 students off to ASU
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31 students off to ASU

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Pakistani officials recognized 24 students and seven faculty members from National University of Science and Technology (NUST) and the University of Engineering and Technology Peshawar (UE
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Tributes paid to Qazi Hussain Ahmed

Tributes paid to Qazi Hussain Ahmed

The sixth death anniversary of JI former chief Qazi Hussain Ahmed was observed at Nowshera Press Club on Friday. On this occasion, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter had arranged a condolence seminar to pay tribute to late leader.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Shoaib highlights role of private sector in CPEC projects

Shoaib highlights role of private sector in CPEC projects

The Secretary Planning, Development and Reform (PD&R), Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui has said that CPEC is moving to next stage of development by entering into industrialization phase where Pakistan's private sector has to play a leading and proactive role.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
MMA lashes out at Trump's tirade against Pakistan

MMA lashes out at Trump's tirade against Pakistan

A joint meeting of the provincial leadership of component of the religio-political alliance Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) has strongly condemned the statements of the US President Donald Trump and, while terming interference in the internal affairs of Pak
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Shahbaz visits residence of martyred army officer

Shahbaz visits residence of martyred army officer

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Friday said the nation whose sons are filled with the passion to sacrifice their lives cannot be defeated by any enemy. He said this during his visit to the residence of 21-year old 2nd Lieutenant Abdul Moeed who em
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Customs value of several medicines revised

Customs value of several medicines revised

Directorate General Customs Valuation (DGCV) has revised the customs value of medicines under section 25-A of Customs Act 1969. According to details, the customs values of medicines ie Lincomycin Injection, Metronidazole Injection, Gentamycin Injection 80
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
APNS awards

APNS awards

The APNS is holding 23rd APNS Awards Ceremony on January 15, 2018 wherein Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has consented to grace the occasion as chief guest and distribute Awards among the winners of journalist and advertising agencies awards. The Pan
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
SHC dismisses Sharjeel's bail plea

SHC dismisses Sharjeel's bail plea

The Sindh High Court (SHC) rejected on Friday former provincial information minister Sharjeel Memon's instant bail petition. Memon was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in October last year in the Rs 5.76 billion corruption case. There
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Senator for more proactive foreign policy

Senator for more proactive foreign policy

Senator Sehar Kamran (TI) has called for a policy of self-reliance in the wake of the recent US sanctions and accusations against Pakistan for not doing enough in the war against terrorism. She said it is high time that a strong diplomatic reply is given
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Polio teams asked to ensure 100 percent immunization

Polio teams asked to ensure 100 percent immunization

Deputy Commissioner, Malakand Salman Khan Lodhi has stressed upon the Polio teams to achieve 100 percent area coverage during the campaign from 15-18 January 2018 in District Malakand adding that no laxity on part of any official would be tolerated in thi
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Android app 'trans-muhafiz' launched

Android app 'trans-muhafiz' launched

A civil society organization on Friday launched android application 'trans-muhafiz' to ensure reporting of incidents pertaining to violence against trans gender community in the country. Speaking at a press conference at Peshawar Press Club Blue Veins pro
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
PASDEC inks MoU with UET Peshawar

PASDEC inks MoU with UET Peshawar

Pakistan Stone Development Company (PASDEC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Peshawar to promote research and development in marble and granite mining and reverse engineering of mining mach
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Concern voice over rise in diabetes cases

Concern voice over rise in diabetes cases

Nearly 14 percent of Pakistanis are going to become diabetic in the near future, while over 26 percent of those above 20 already carry the disease, healthcare experts said on Friday.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Jhagra condoles Asghar Khan's death

Jhagra condoles Asghar Khan's death

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Iqbal Zafar Jhagra has expressed deep sorrow on the sad demise of Air Marshal Asghar Khan (Retd) and termed his death a big loss to the nation.
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
Pakistan helps boost internationalisation of Yuan: expert
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Pakistan helps boost internationalisation of Yuan: expert

Pakistan's central bank approval for usage of the Chinese yuan as a settlement currency will help to enhance China-Pakistan bilateral trade relationship and speed up the internationalization of the Chinese currency, Liu Zhiqin, a senior fellow at the Chon
Published 06 Jan, 2018 12:00am
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