Investment under CFS decreased to Rs 11.6bn on Friday as compared to Rs 11.89 billion a week earlier, depicting massive 80 percent fall from Rs 57 billion that the market saw in November 2007. The dearth of funds also pulled up the CFS rates by another 62

Investment under CFS decreased to Rs 11.6bn on Friday as compared to Rs 11.89 billion a week earlier, depicting massive 80 percent fall from Rs 57 billion that the market saw in November 2007. The dearth of funds also pulled up the CFS rates by another 62

Investment under CFS decreased to Rs 11.6bn on Friday as compared to Rs 11.89 billion a week earlier, depicting massive 80 percent fall from Rs 57 billion that the market saw in November 2007. The dearth of funds also pulled up the CFS rates by another 62

Uncertainty over the ''floor price'' issue continued during the week ended on October 25, 2008 as the regulator could not implement the announced bail-out package for the stock market.

Uncertainty over the 'floor price' issue continued during the week ended on October 25, 2008 as the regulator could not implement the announced bail-out package for the stock market.

Uncertainty over the 'floor price' issue continued during the week ended on October 25, 2008 as the regulator could not implement the announced bail-out package for the stock market.

Pakistan Kissan Board has demanded of the government to direct the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) to immediately intervene in the cotton market and start buying phutti to stabilise cotton prices.

Pakistan Kissan Board has demanded of the government to direct the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) to immediately intervene in the cotton market and start buying phutti to stabilise cotton prices.

Pakistan Kissan Board has demanded of the government to direct the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) to immediately intervene in the cotton market and start buying phutti to stabilise cotton prices.

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has decided to issue show cause notice to the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA), Lahore on Monday against the Cartelisation of the cement manufacturers, allegedly involved in price hike of t

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has decided to issue show cause notice to the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA), Lahore on Monday against the Cartelisation of the cement manufacturers, allegedly involved in price hike of t

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has decided to issue show cause notice to the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA), Lahore on Monday against the Cartelisation of the cement manufacturers, allegedly involved in price hike of t

Iran, the number two oil producer in Opec, on Sunday said that the cartel is likely to cut back further on production if the latest reduction does not stabilise crude prices. The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec), which produces 40 perc

Iran, the number two oil producer in Opec, on Sunday said that the cartel is likely to cut back further on production if the latest reduction does not stabilise crude prices. The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec), which produces 40 perc

Iran, the number two oil producer in Opec, on Sunday said that the cartel is likely to cut back further on production if the latest reduction does not stabilise crude prices. The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec), which produces 40 perc

Gas-rich Qatar said on Sunday it has no intention of scaling down massive investments at home and abroad as a result of the global financial crisis. "We have no intention of halting infrastructure projects at home or reducing overseas investments," Qatari

Gas-rich Qatar said on Sunday it has no intention of scaling down massive investments at home and abroad as a result of the global financial crisis. "We have no intention of halting infrastructure projects at home or reducing overseas investments," Qatari

Gas-rich Qatar said on Sunday it has no intention of scaling down massive investments at home and abroad as a result of the global financial crisis. "We have no intention of halting infrastructure projects at home or reducing overseas investments," Qatari

Central banks are likely to launch new co-ordinated emergency action this week to calm panic in financial markets, which could be rocked further by data pointing to global recession. The US Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates sharply following share

While Pakistan government is inviting Chinese investment to cope with the ongoing financial crisis, the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), at the behest of a European dredging firm, is initiating open bidding process for Rs 10.305 billion self-financed navigatio

While Pakistan government is inviting Chinese investment to cope with the ongoing financial crisis, the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), at the behest of a European dredging firm, is initiating open bidding process for Rs 10.305 billion self-financed navigatio

While Pakistan government is inviting Chinese investment to cope with the ongoing financial crisis, the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), at the behest of a European dredging firm, is initiating open bidding process for Rs 10.305 billion self-financed navigatio

The Minister for Water and Power, Pervez Ashraf, has criticised people staging protest demonstration against hike in power tariff and said that the protest was unjustified as the government has suspended the increase till the decision of the review commit

The Minister for Water and Power, Pervez Ashraf, has criticised people staging protest demonstration against hike in power tariff and said that the protest was unjustified as the government has suspended the increase till the decision of the review commit

The Minister for Water and Power, Pervez Ashraf, has criticised people staging protest demonstration against hike in power tariff and said that the protest was unjustified as the government has suspended the increase till the decision of the review commit

Commenting on the Pakistan''s financial situation, Indian Prime Minister said India would support Pakistan in seeking help from International Monetary Fund (IMF). Talking to mediapersons on-board his special aircraft while returning from Beijing late Satu

Commenting on the Pakistan's financial situation, Indian Prime Minister said India would support Pakistan in seeking help from International Monetary Fund (IMF). Talking to mediapersons on-board his special aircraft while returning from Beijing late Satur

Commenting on the Pakistan's financial situation, Indian Prime Minister said India would support Pakistan in seeking help from International Monetary Fund (IMF). Talking to mediapersons on-board his special aircraft while returning from Beijing late Satur

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday said that Pakistan is fully committed to wipe out terrorism and extremism in the tribal areas with the help of local people, but US attacks inside Pakistani territory sabotage the government efforts.

The rupee, somehow, managed to resist steep fall against the dollar in the currency market during the week, ended on October 25, 2008. On the interbank, the rupee was marginally lower by 30 paisa versus the greenback for buying at 81.50 and it also shed 1

The rupee, somehow, managed to resist steep fall against the dollar in the currency market during the week, ended on October 25, 2008. On the interbank, the rupee was marginally lower by 30 paisa versus the greenback for buying at 81.50 and it also shed 1

As many as 56 vehicles were challaned here in the city by the Motor Vehicle Examiner Attock on Sunday. According to details, a large number of citizens lodged complaints against the public vehicles for overcharging and not completing routes, upon which Mo

The students of Department of Electronic Engineering, Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, have developed an automated railway controlling and monitoring system. The project developed has many dimensions and offers a number of advantages to

Chief Executive of Health Foundation Pakistan Saeed Allahwala has said that no money is enough to help the poverty-stricken masses of Pakistan in order to provide them with better health facilities. This he said while addressing a fund raising ceremony fo

Pakistan Ambassador to Iran M.B. Abbasi presented his credentials to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a ceremony held at the Presidential Office here on Sunday morning. In the meeting after the ceremony, Ambassador Abbasi conveyed greetings and go

Prime Minister, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has sent a message of good wishes to the ailing Iranian President, Mehmoud Ahmedinejad and prayed for speedy recovery of his health. In a message to the Iranian President, the Prime Minister said, 'Excellency,I and

Amir Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Qazi Hussain Ahmad has said that dialogue is the only solution to situation in tribal areas. He was addressing the concluding session of JI's three-day congregation at Minar-e-Pakistan. The congregation demanded of the government

Pakistan faces a "perfect storm" of crises, with its US-backed fight against al Qaeda and the Taliban faltering and the country lurching towards bankruptcy, analysts and opposition figures say.

Hashoo Group Chairman Sadruddin Hashwani has expressed his firm resolve that he would remained committed with Pakistan in regard with investment and said that these testing moments have not shaken his believe in the potential of the country.

Chief Minister Punjab Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that government was following a comprehensive policy for the promotion of information technology (IT) in the province and Rs five billion were being spent on provision of computers to schools thr

At least 15 people including 10 Taliban militants were killed in a gunbattle with locals in a Matta district, officials said. The clash erupted when supporters of Maulana Fazlullah tried to kidnap a religious leader who has raised a Lashkar, or armed grou

At least 15 people including 10 Taliban militants were killed in a gunbattle with locals in a Matta district, officials said. The clash erupted when supporters of Maulana Fazlullah tried to kidnap a religious leader who has raised a Lashkar, or armed grou

Pakistan Electric Power Company (Pepco) will reduce the daily load shedding by six hours from 1st November, Pepco General Manager Tahir Basharat Cheema told Business Recorder here on Sunday. He said that ongoing 10 to 12 hours daily load shedding w

Pakistan Electric Power Company (Pepco) will reduce the daily load shedding by six hours from 1st November, Pepco General Manager Tahir Basharat Cheema told Business Recorder here on Sunday. He said that ongoing 10 to 12 hours daily load shedding w

Pakistan Electric Power Company (Pepco) will reduce the daily load shedding by six hours from 1st November, Pepco General Manager Tahir Basharat Cheema told Business Recorder here on Sunday. He said that ongoing 10 to 12 hours daily load shedding w

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani will leave Turkey on Monday to attend the meeting of World Economic Forum where he will have interaction with the top economic experts, heads of various international organisations and the world leaders.

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani will leave Turkey on Monday to attend the meeting of World Economic Forum where he will have interaction with the top economic experts, heads of various international organisations and the world leaders.

Nine people were killed on Sunday when US helicopters attacked a village inside Syria along its border with Iraq, the private television channel al-Dunia reported on Sunday. Earlier the official SANA news agency reported the incident without identifying t

Nine people were killed on Sunday when US helicopters attacked a village inside Syria along its border with Iraq, the private television channel al-Dunia reported on Sunday. Earlier the official SANA news agency reported the incident without identifying t

Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, Dr Shamshad Akhtar on Sunday announced further relaxations in Advances to Deposits Ratio (ADR) of banks. The relaxations will enable the banks to lend to the priority sectors of the economy. In this regard, a detailed cir

Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, Dr Shamshad Akhtar on Sunday announced further relaxations in Advances to Deposits Ratio (ADR) of banks. The relaxations will enable the banks to lend to the priority sectors of the economy. In this regard, a detailed cir

Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, Dr Shamshad Akhtar on Sunday announced further relaxations in Advances to Deposits Ratio (ADR) of banks. The relaxations will enable the banks to lend to the priority sectors of the economy. In this regard, a detailed cir

The Board of Directors of Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) has decided that the floor mechanism set on share price will remain in place until the government funds and PUT option mechanics are finalised. The board did not give any date for removal of floor.

The Board of Directors of Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) has decided that the floor mechanism set on share price will remain in place until the government funds and PUT option mechanics are finalised. The board did not give any date for removal of floor.

The Board of Directors of Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) has decided that the floor mechanism set on share price will remain in place until the government funds and PUT option mechanics are finalised. The board did not give any date for removal of floor.

China will stand by Pakistan under all circumstances whatsoever to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity, while maintaining existing strong bonds of their strategic partnership. The assurance to this effect was re-conveyed by the Chinese lea

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday said that Pakistan is fully committed to wipe out terrorism and extremism in the tribal areas with the help of local people, but US attacks inside Pakistani territory sabotage the government efforts.

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday said that Pakistan is fully committed to wipe out terrorism and extremism in the tribal areas with the help of local people, but US attacks inside Pakistani territory sabotage the government efforts.

Suspected US spy drones fired missiles on Sunday into an alleged militant compound in a Pakistani tribal area bordering Afghanistan, killing at least seven people, security officials said.

Suspected US spy drones fired missiles on Sunday into an alleged militant compound in a Pakistani tribal area bordering Afghanistan, killing at least seven people, security officials said.

Investors anxiously awaited Monday''s reopening of Asian markets after last week''s dramatic world-wide slide in stock prices and currency collapses on increasing fears of a deep global recession.

Investors anxiously awaited Monday's reopening of Asian markets after last week's dramatic world-wide slide in stock prices and currency collapses on increasing fears of a deep global recession.

Investors anxiously awaited Monday's reopening of Asian markets after last week's dramatic world-wide slide in stock prices and currency collapses on increasing fears of a deep global recession.

The weather report on Sunday (October 26, 2008) and the forecast for Monday (October 27, 2008).

Comparative table of returns being given banks on their Profit and Loss Sharing Investment Accounts and Term Deposits.

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last week. (October 20 to October 25, 2008).

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Monday (27 October 2008).

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Monday (27 October 2008).

Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Monday (27 October 2008).

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) engaged in manufacture and sale of agricultural tractors, implements, and spare parts. It manufactures tractors of various models, including 480-S (55 horsepower), GHAZI (65 horsepower), 640 (75 horsepower), and 640 Specia

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) engaged in manufacture and sale of agricultural tractors, implements, and spare parts. It manufactures tractors of various models, including 480-S (55 horsepower), GHAZI (65 horsepower), 640 (75 horsepower), and 640 Specia

Khanani & Kalia International (Pvt) Limited Weekly Market Review on Sunday (October 26, 2008).

All timings are in PST (Pakistan Standard Time).

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Just three months after going back on sale here despite massive protests, US beef imports in September accounted for nearly half of the total value of the meat brought in, a report said Sunday.

The ruling African National Congress will not attend a convention by a dissident faction aimed to launch a rival party to contest next year's elections, a newspaper reported Sunday.

John McCain has beaten much tougher odds than being down in the polls with just days to go before the US presidential election. The former navy fighter pilot and war hero survived five and a half years in Vietnamese prison camps where he was tortured so b

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Sulawesi island on Sunday, the geophysics agency said. There were no immediate reports of damage and officials said no tsunami warning had been issued.

Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou on Sunday sought to allay fears his government would sell out the island in negotiations with Beijing, following a mass anti-China demonstration. The Hong Kong-born politician defended his record of closer ties with China as

Iran's parliament will move to impeach Interior Minister Ali Kordan for "dishonesty" early November after he confessed to holding a fake Oxford University degree, the ISNA news agency said on Sunday. "Kordan will face an impeachment vote on November 4," a

Britain should back French calls for more European Union defence co-operation if it does not overstretch the military, new defence minister John Hutton said in an interview with the Sunday Times newspaper.

Authorities in military-run Myanmar on Sunday removed barbed wire barriers and reduced security around the Yangon home of detained democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, an official from her party said.

Colombian soldiers have rescued a local politician kidnapped more than eight years ago by FARC guerrillas in another blow to Latin America's oldest rebel insurgency, authorities said on Sunday.

Cambodia has lodged a complaint with the United Nations accusing Thai troops of damaging the ancient Preah Vihear temple during a border shoot-out earlier this month, an official said Sunday.

A university campus has erected China's tallest statue of revolutionary leader Mao Zedong, state press reported Sunday. The 20-metre high (66-feet) stainless steel statue was unveiled at Chongqing Medical University in honour of the man who established th

Pope Benedict called on Sunday on the governments and religious leaders of Iraq and India to protect Christian minorities where they have been persecuted.

Dozens of Jewish settlers rampaged through the West Bank town of Hebron on Sunday after Israeli troops removed an illegal settlement outpost, Palestinian residents said. Witnesses said the settlers hurled rocks at houses, vandalised several Muslim graves

Australia and France are reigning world championships in karaoke singing, as Australian Michael Bates won men's finale and French Juliet Gonnet ruled women's competition.

Danish fighter Mikkel Kessler defended his WBA super-middleweight title on Saturday night against Germany's Danilo Haussler with a knock-out in the third round. The Dane needed one minute and eight seconds of the third round to record his 41st victory and

Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot broke the course record to win the Frankfurt Marathon on Sunday with all of the first ten men home coming from Kenya. Cheruiyot, not to be confused with Boston marathon winner Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot, finished in 2hr 07min 21sec

This week's Paris Masters will complete the jigsaw of who lands the final three berths for the season-ending Tennis Masters Shanghai. World number one Rafael Nadal and the man he displaced - Roger Federer - have already long booked their tickets for China

Frenchman Richard Gasquet withdrew from this week's ATP Paris Masters on Sunday because of an elbow injury. The world number 15, who was seeded 14th and was a semi-finalist here last year, will be replaced in the draw by a lucky loser. Gasquet, a semi-fin

Australia's David Gleeson ended his six-year title drought with a wire-to-wire success at the Macau Open on Sunday. The Taipei-based winner nailed his second straight two-under-par 69 in the final round for a Macau Open tournament record total of 18-under

Lewis Hamilton aims to become the youngest Formula One world champion in history on Sunday fittingly at a Sao Paulo circuit where Ayrton Senna is still worshipped as a national hero.

Australia's struggling opener Matthew Hayden said on Sunday he would go after India's Zaheer Khan despite being dismissed by the bowler three times in the series. Hayden, 36, said Zaheer's behaviour during the second Test in Mohali revealed an unstable te

Persistent rain washed out the second day here of the second and final Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand. With the first day's play also washed out and more rain forecast Monday, it means Bangladesh are running out of time in their bid to square the

India's new bowling star Amit Mishra is sweating on selection for the third Test against Australia-despite a match-winning seven-wicket haul against the tourists. The 25-year-old was picked for the second Test in Mohali as a last-minute replacement for in

Harry Redknapp has been officially confirmed as the new manager of Premier League strugglers Tottenham Hotspur following the sacking of Juande Ramos last night. Spurs, who sit bottom of the English top flight, have agreed a compensation package of around

Germany captain Michael Ballack has apologised to national team coach Joachim Loew for comments made last week in a German newspaper criticising him for showing a lack of respect to senior players.