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Print - 2014-10-28
President signs instruments of ratification

President signs instruments of ratification

President Mamnoon Hussain on Monday signed the Instrument of Ratification of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and Turkey in the field of Urbanisation. The President also signed the Instrument of Ratification of an agreement between Pakis
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Imran urges Modi to give right of self-determination to Kashmiris

Imran urges Modi to give right of self-determination to Kashmiris

While expressing solidarity with Kashmiri people, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Monday urged Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to give right of self-determination to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, as it will bring peace in the
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Minister chairs Price Control Committee meeting

Minister chairs Price Control Committee meeting

Punjab Minister for Food and Chairman Cabinet Price Control Committee Bilal Yaseen has directed the districts administration across the province to ensure reduction in the prices of daily use items to provide relief to the masses.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Rangers to provide security to foreign investors: DG

Rangers to provide security to foreign investors: DG

Sindh Rangers director general Major General Bilal Akbar said here on Monday that the Rangers' Special Task Cell will provide security to foreign investors visiting Karachi with a view to creating a sense of security and a business friendly environment in
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Senate voices concern over killing, migration of Sikhs from KP

Senate voices concern over killing, migration of Sikhs from KP

The Senate on Monday expressed concern over killing of Sikhs in different parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and their migration to other countries. The Senate also urged the federal government to take necessary steps to ensure safety of life and property of the
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Flood victims: TAQ body hands over relief goods to Army

Flood victims: TAQ body hands over relief goods to Army

A third truckload of goods consisting of quilts was handed over by 'The TAQ Organisation' to the Army relief camp set up at Fortress Stadium, Lahore for onwards distribution among flood victims.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
General Raheel to visit US next month

General Raheel to visit US next month

Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif will leave for the United States next month (November) on a week-long visit. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, US Joint Chief of Army Staff extended the invitation to General Sharif to visit the US whe
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
SHC asks law-enforcers to produce four missing persons

SHC asks law-enforcers to produce four missing persons

The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday directed officials of Rangers and police to produce four missing persons, said to be taken away by them during raids. A division bench, headed by Justice Ahmed Ali M. Shaikh, gave this direction while hearing four sepa
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Al Meezan, Indus Hospital sign MoU

Al Meezan, Indus Hospital sign MoU

Al Meezan Investments, Pakistan's Largest Asset Management Company in private sector has taken another innovative initiative to promote fund raising for social cause of healthcare for the underprivileged segment of the society. This is in line with its co
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
HBL declared 'Safest Bank' in Pakistan

HBL declared 'Safest Bank' in Pakistan

HBL, Pakistan's largest commercial bank has been declared the 'Safest Bank in Pakistan' by Global Finance. The survey was conducted among top 100 countries around the world as part of an exclusive report to be published in the Global Finance Magazine's No
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Engro Powergen formally listed

Engro Powergen formally listed

The formal listing of Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited (EPQL) took place on Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) on Monday. Syed Muhammad Ali, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Engro Powergen, ringed the bell to commence the trading at KSE. People from financial se
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Engro Powergen formally listed

Engro Powergen formally listed

The formal listing of Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited (EPQL) took place on Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE) on Monday. Syed Muhammad Ali, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Engro Powergen, ringed the bell to commence the trading at KSE. People from financial se
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
MQM, PPP MPAs trade barbs over recruitments in KWSB, KMC

MQM, PPP MPAs trade barbs over recruitments in KWSB, KMC

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) warned that they would also name the 'terrorists' belonging to the ruling Pakistan People's Party (PPP) if the names of their workers killed extrajudicially were discussed in Sindh Assembly. MQM lawmakers strongly protested
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Tax returns: PTBA urges FBR to extend e-filing date till December 31

Tax returns: PTBA urges FBR to extend e-filing date till December 31

Pakistan Tax Bar Association (PTBA) has declared newly-introduced IRIS system for e-filing of income tax returns as unfriendly, which create difficulties for taxpayers. The Association has urged the Federal Boar of Revenue (FBR) to look into the matter an
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Ijara Sukuk OMO: SBP accepts Rs 39 billion bids

Ijara Sukuk OMO: SBP accepts Rs 39 billion bids

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday conducted the second Open Market Operation (OMO) for outright purchase (Bai Muajjal) of Government of Pakistan Ijara Sukuk-9 (GIS) and accepted bids amounting to Rs 39 billion. First outright purchase of GIS was
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Ijara Sukuk OMO: SBP accepts Rs 39 billion bids

Ijara Sukuk OMO: SBP accepts Rs 39 billion bids

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday conducted the second Open Market Operation (OMO) for outright purchase (Bai Muajjal) of Government of Pakistan Ijara Sukuk-9 (GIS) and accepted bids amounting to Rs 39 billion. First outright purchase of GIS was
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Mobilink partners with Shopistan for online payments

Mobilink partners with Shopistan for online payments

Mobilink has partnered with Shopistan through its Mobicash platform. "Mobile Wallet" is the most convenient, secure and instant mode of online payments. This innovative solution is designed to facilitate customers of Shopistan for making online transactio
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
PPJC urges political consensus on FATA reforms

PPJC urges political consensus on FATA reforms

The Political Parties Joint Committee (PPJC) on FATA Reforms met last week with the FATA Reforms Commission, established by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Sardar Mehtab Ahmed Khan Abbasi. The TATA Committee comprising 10 political parties presented their con
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Prime Minister congratulates IT Ministry

Prime Minister congratulates IT Ministry

Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has congratulated the Ministry of Information Technology (IT) for the efforts made to secure Pakistan a seat in the elections of Administrative Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in South Korea
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
ITU Council member: China Mobile congratulates Pakistan government

ITU Council member: China Mobile congratulates Pakistan government

China Mobile Pakistan (CMPak), Pakistan's first and only 4G mobile service and subsidiary of China Mobile Communications Corporation, congratulates the Government of Pakistan particularly Anusha Rehman, Minister of State for IT and Telecom, and Dr Syed Is
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Speakers call for protecting basic rights of minorities

Speakers call for protecting basic rights of minorities

Speakers at a seminar on "Religious Freedom and Minority Rights" stressed the need for making vigorous efforts for protection and attainment all basic rights to non-Muslims communities, guaranteed under the Constitution. The seminar was organised by the S
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Supreme Court stays NA-153 Multan by-election

Supreme Court stays NA-153 Multan by-election

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the by-poll in NA 153 Multan till November 10, which was scheduled to be held on October 29. A two-judge bench of Justice Jawwad S Khawaja and Justice Azmat Saeed Sheikh while adjourning the hearing of an appeal filed by
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
'PMDC & CPSP to remain intact under federal government'

'PMDC & CPSP to remain intact under federal government'

Sindh governor Dr Ishrat-ul-Ibad has assured the vice chancellors of medical universities of the province that Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) and College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP) would remain intact under the federal gover
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
KP Assembly passes resolution condemning Indian aggression

KP Assembly passes resolution condemning Indian aggression

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Monday passed a unanimous resolution strongly condemning the unprovoked firing by India at Line of Control (LoC) and Working Boundary. The joint resolution of the opposition and treasury members was tabled by Shah Hussain of
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Kashmir issue India asked to fulfil its commitment

Kashmir issue India asked to fulfil its commitment

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting and National Heritage Pervaiz Rashid on Monday asked India to fulfil its commitment made with world on Kashmir dispute as it acknowledged the United Nation resolution pertaining to Kashmiris' right to self
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
CM takes notice of hike in prices of essential food items

CM takes notice of hike in prices of essential food items

Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has taken notice of increase in the prices of some essential items, fruits and vegetables and sought a report from Provincial Cabinet Committee on Price Control. The Chief Minister directed that Cabinet Committee shoul
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
NAB recovers Rs 3.93 billion in a year

NAB recovers Rs 3.93 billion in a year

The National Accountability Bureau has recovered Rs 3.93 billion, received 19,816 complaints, authorised 767 inquiries, 276 cases were converted into investigations and 152 references were filed in the Accountability Court from October 2013 to October 201
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Ufone's Kismat ki Dastak concludes

Ufone's Kismat ki Dastak concludes

Ufone, one of Pakistan's leading telecom operators, has over the years been introducing some exceptional offers specifically designed to reward the loyalty and support of its customers. Kismat Ki Dastak-2, introduced on 2nd June, 2014 is a continuation of
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Appointment challenged: IHC issues notice to MD PBM

Appointment challenged: IHC issues notice to MD PBM

The Islamabad High Court on Monday issued a notice to Managing Director Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM) Barrister Abid Waheed Sheikh to submit a reply in a writ petition filed by Awami Muslim League (AML) Chairman Sheikh Rashid Ahmad. A single-member bench of
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Pakistan to be among world's top 10 economies by 2047: Ahsan

Pakistan to be among world's top 10 economies by 2047: Ahsan

Minister for Planning, Development and Reforms Ahsan Iqbal Monday said the government was making all-out efforts to put the country on trajectory of progress and prosperity. "We are working to include Pakistan among the top 50 economies of the world by 20
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
KP growers demand fixing sugarcane price at Rs 350/40-kg

KP growers demand fixing sugarcane price at Rs 350/40-kg

Sugarcane growers of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa demanded of the government to fix sugarcane price at Rs 350 per 40 kg, and warned they would start protest in case of further delay in fixing the price. The demand was made during a meeting held at Daudzai, wherein
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Three bullet-riddled bodies found; six gunned down in Karachi

Three bullet-riddled bodies found; six gunned down in Karachi

Three people were killed in separate incidents of violence while three bullet-riddled bodies were recovered in Karachi on Monday. According to police and rescue sources, three bullet-riddled bodies having severe torture marks were recovered from Abdullah
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
SRSG calls on Aziz, Fatemi: recent developments in Afghanistan discussed

SRSG calls on Aziz, Fatemi: recent developments in Afghanistan discussed

The UN Secretary General's Special Representative (SRSG) for Afghanistan Jan Kubis called on the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Security and Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi on
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Nigerian Air Force chief visits PAF HQs

Nigerian Air Force chief visits PAF HQs

The Chief of the Air Staff of Nigerian Air Force, Air Marshal Adesola Nunayon Amosu, visited the Air Headquarters here on Monday and paid homage to the martyrs of PAF by laying a wreath on the Martyrs Monument. On his arrival at the Air Headquarters, the
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Dar to address BoI moot today

Dar to address BoI moot today

Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar will address the concluding session of International Investment Conference arranged by the Board of Investment on Tuesday (today). The minister is due in Islamabad late Monday evening after his visit to China du
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Dar to address BoI moot today

Dar to address BoI moot today

Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar will address the concluding session of International Investment Conference arranged by the Board of Investment on Tuesday (today). The minister is due in Islamabad late Monday evening after his visit to China du
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
House of CJP's brother-in-law robbed

House of CJP's brother-in-law robbed

Four armed robbers stormed the house of Ayaz Khan, a brother-in-law of Chief Justice of Pakistan Nasir-ul-Mulk, in the wee hours of Monday and looted cash and gold ornaments worth millions of rupees. A police official said that four armed men broke into t
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
IESCO's power supply suspension schedule

IESCO's power supply suspension schedule

According to IESCO spokesman, due to electricity maintenance and development work, power supply of the following feeders would remain suspended as under:- On 28 October 09:00am to 01:00pm, F-10, Dargah, G-9/4, G-11/1, I-8/1, I-10/1, F-11/2 feeders, 10:00
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
PPA chief asks government to support ailing poultry sector

PPA chief asks government to support ailing poultry sector

Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA-North) has warned of a possible increase in the poultry meat prices in the days to come because of decline in its production as a consequence of closure of 35 percent farms in the province.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Shahbaz leaves for London

Shahbaz leaves for London

Punjab CM Shahbaz Sharif Monday left for London on a three-day private visit. Shahbaz went by routine PIA flight from Islamabad to London. During his stay in London, Shahbaz will also meet Pakistan Muslim League-N workers and Pakistani community.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
VIP culture: LHC seeks replies from federal, Punjab governments

VIP culture: LHC seeks replies from federal, Punjab governments

A full bench of the Lahore High Court (LHC) here on Monday sought replies from federal and Punjab governments by November 07 in a petition of Jamatud Dawa Chief Hafiz Saeed against VIP culture in country. Earlier the petitioner's counsel A K Dogar argued
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
APBUMA urges government to approve Textile Policy 2014-19

APBUMA urges government to approve Textile Policy 2014-19

All Pakistan Bedsheet & Upholstery Manufacturers Association (APBUMA)'s chairman Khawaja Jalal-uddin Roomi has urged the Government to approve the Textile Policy 2014-19 at earliest to achieve the targets of exports and strengthening the country's economy
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Government asked to honour its commitment to end political crisis

Government asked to honour its commitment to end political crisis

Jamaat-i-Islami Chief Sirajul Haq has asked the government to show large-heartedness and implement the decisions arrived at with the opposition Jirga during the PTI-PAT sit-ins. He was speaking at a joint press conference with PTI Vice-Chairman, Shah Mehm
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Agriculture sector facing complex challenges: minister

Agriculture sector facing complex challenges: minister

Punjab Agricultural Minister Farrukh Javed on Monday said that agriculture sector is facing complex challenges including low agricultural productivity, high cost of inputs and water and climate changes issues. These are the real hurdle to attain food secu
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Business leaders term AIIB 'a positive development'

Business leaders term AIIB 'a positive development'

Terming the formation of Asian Infrastructure and Investment Bank (AIIB) as a positive development, business leaders Monday said the bank to be opened with major share of China could galvanise growth in emerging Asia apart from boosting lingering global r
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Business leaders term AIIB 'a positive development'

Business leaders term AIIB 'a positive development'

Terming the formation of Asian Infrastructure and Investment Bank (AIIB) as a positive development, business leaders Monday said the bank to be opened with major share of China could galvanise growth in emerging Asia apart from boosting lingering global r
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Foolproof security arrangements made for Muharram: chief minister Punjab

Foolproof security arrangements made for Muharram: chief minister Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that the present situation demands extraordinary measures and there is a need for unity to foil the nefarious designs of anti-Pakistan elements. He said that protection of life and property of citizen
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
PBIT facilitates Sino-Pak firm

PBIT facilitates Sino-Pak firm

Punjab Board of Investment and Trade (PBIT) facilitated renowned Chinese manufacturing company, Shanghai Challenge Textile Ltd, to enter into a joint venture (JV) agreement with Paradise Apparels of Khawaja Asem Khurshid former President Faisalabad Chambe
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Monday (October 27, 2014) and the forecast for Tuesday (October 28, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
'Pakistan could use N-bomb against India: Musharraf'

'Pakistan could use N-bomb against India: Musharraf'

The Leader of Opposition in National Assembly, PPP Khurshid Shah, has made a valid remark that former President Pervez Musharraf must not have said that Pakistan could use a nuclear bomb against India because of a variety of reasons. Shah was referring to
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Sierra Leoneans in Britain answer Ebola 'call of duty'

Sierra Leoneans in Britain answer Ebola 'call of duty'

Watching with horror as the Ebola crisis ravages their country, Sierra Leoneans in London are mobilising to help their compatriots fight the deadly virus back home. Health workers are taking leave from their jobs in the state-run National Health Service (
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Botswana, Africa's diamond, risks losing its sparkle

Botswana, Africa's diamond, risks losing its sparkle

When environmental scientist Bakang Bogopa graduated first in his class from the University of Botswana two years ago he did not expect that his first job would be moving furniture or that he would still be living off handouts from his mother. Bogopa, who
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Amazing silence

Amazing silence

Three terrorism incidents in Quetta in one day have again triggered a nationwide guesswork about the backers of the terrorists who are destroying Pakistan's peace, shaking the resolve of its law enforcers and defenders, widening sectarian and ethnic divid
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Friday official prices.

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Tackling the polio menace

Tackling the polio menace

As the nation observed this year's World Polio Day on Friday it was obvious that a lot more efforts are needed to win the battle against this crippling disease. The report card made a dismal reading: Pakistan accounts for 80 percent of the global polio ca
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Profound challenges: rising debt, debt servicing

Profound challenges: rising debt, debt servicing

A national debt conference jointly organised by PRIME and Business Recorder in collaboration with Friedrich Naumann Foundation emphasised the importance of debt management. Distinguished speaker after speaker at the conference expressed concern abo
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Poultry Rates

Poultry Rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Monday (October 27, 2014) and for Tuesday (October 28, 2014).
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Fishermen warned: Cyclone Nilofar gains intensity

Fishermen warned: Cyclone Nilofar gains intensity

The tropical cyclone, Nilofar, in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a severe tropical cyclone with an intensity of T3.5. Meteorological conditions in the region indicate that the weather system may further intensify into 'very severe tropical cyclone'
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Fishermen warned: Cyclone Nilofar gains intensity

Fishermen warned: Cyclone Nilofar gains intensity

The tropical cyclone, Nilofar, in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a severe tropical cyclone with an intensity of T3.5. Meteorological conditions in the region indicate that the weather system may further intensify into 'very severe tropical cyclone'
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Model Town Sports Club: Excise Wing restrained from collecting tax

Model Town Sports Club: Excise Wing restrained from collecting tax

The Lahore High Court here on Monday restrained excise wing of city district government from recovering property tax levied on Model Town Sports Club. The court restraining the government from taking any coercive measure against the club administration fo
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
'Security breach' concern after man runs into British Prime Minister

'Security breach' concern after man runs into British Prime Minister

British police ordered a review of an "incident" on Monday in which a man ran into Prime Minister David Cameron after he had given a speech in an apparent breach of security. Cameron was seen in video images backing away from a man with long dreadlocks ru
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Monday (October 27, 2014)

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
'Security breach' concern after man runs into British Prime Minister

'Security breach' concern after man runs into British Prime Minister

British police ordered a review of an "incident" on Monday in which a man ran into Prime Minister David Cameron after he had given a speech in an apparent breach of security. Cameron was seen in video images backing away from a man with long dreadlocks ru
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Taliban storm Afghan court, kill seven

Taliban storm Afghan court, kill seven

Taliban militants stormed a court in northern Afghanistan on Monday and killed at least seven people including prosecutors, shooting them in their offices at close range, officials said. The raid was mounted in Kunduz, a city which the insurgents have enc
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates

Hides and skin rates in rupees prevailing on the commodity markets in Karachi on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Taliban storm Afghan court, kill seven

Taliban storm Afghan court, kill seven

Taliban militants stormed a court in northern Afghanistan on Monday and killed at least seven people including prosecutors, shooting them in their offices at close range, officials said. The raid was mounted in Kunduz, a city which the insurgents have enc
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Grain market rates

Grain market rates

Karachi grain market rates in rupees on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making ''business certificate'' mandatory

Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making ''business certificate'' mandatory

Strongly opposing any amendment to SRO.608(1)12014 regarding retailers sales tax registration, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed that a ''business certificate'' for retailers/shopkeepers be made mandatory at federal or provincial level to co
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making 'business certificate' mandatory

Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making 'business certificate' mandatory

Strongly opposing any amendment to SRO.608(1)12014 regarding retailers sales tax registration, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed that a 'business certificate' for retailers/shopkeepers be made mandatory at federal or provincial level to coll
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making 'business certificate' mandatory

Retailers/shopkeepers: FBR for making 'business certificate' mandatory

Strongly opposing any amendment to SRO.608(1)12014 regarding retailers sales tax registration, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed that a 'business certificate' for retailers/shopkeepers be made mandatory at federal or provincial level to coll
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Imran sold out to Musharraf: Chaudhry

Imran sold out to Musharraf: Chaudhry

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry said on Monday there would be no compromise insofar as his defamation case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan was concerned. The former CJP spoke to media pe
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (October 27, 2014).

Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Imran sold out to Musharraf: Chaudhry

Imran sold out to Musharraf: Chaudhry

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry said on Monday there would be no compromise insofar as his defamation case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan was concerned. The former CJP spoke to media pe
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Air strikes kill 33 militants

Air strikes kill 33 militants

Helicopter gunships Monday attacked suspected militant hideouts in a restive tribal area on the Afghan border and killed at least 33 people, the military said. The strikes took place in the Datta Khel and Gharlamai districts of the North Waziristan tribal
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
Air strikes kill 33 militants

Air strikes kill 33 militants

Helicopter gunships Monday attacked suspected militant hideouts in a restive tribal area on the Afghan border and killed at least 33 people, the military said. The strikes took place in the Datta Khel and Gharlamai districts of the North Waziristan tribal
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
THE RUPEE: mixed patterns

THE RUPEE: mixed patterns

A divergent trend was witnessed on the currency market on Monday, dealers said. The rupee managed to gain 19 paisa in terms of the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 103.06 and Rs 103.08, they said.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
THE RUPEE: mixed patterns

THE RUPEE: mixed patterns

A divergent trend was witnessed on the currency market on Monday, dealers said. The rupee managed to gain 19 paisa in terms of the dollar for buying and selling at Rs 103.06 and Rs 103.08, they said.
Published 28 Oct, 2014 12:00am
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