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National
We are committed to the Charter of Democracy: PM Gilani
We are committed to the Charter of Democracy (CoD), Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said in the parliament on Tuesday.
Army takes Sararogha; 21 militants killed
The military has taken over Sararogha, a key Taliban stronghold in South Waziristan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
MQM hails govt decision on NRO
Deputy Convener, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Rabita Committee, Dr Farooq Sattar, said that the party welcomed the decision of the government not to present the National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO…
Insurgents kill five Muslims in Thailand
Suspected insurgents shot dead five Muslims, mostly civilians, in a new spate of attacks across the troubled south of Thailand, police said on Tuesday.
Bangladesh Islamic party chief held: police
Bangladeshi police said Tuesday they had arrested a top Islamic party leader in connection with a deadly grenade attack that wounded Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2004.
Iran hangs a member of Sunni rebel group
Iran has executed a convicted member of the Jundollah Sunni rebel group, the semi-official Fars news agency reported on Tuesday.
Business & Economy
D-8 Council of Ministers” meeting: removal of non-tariff barriers proposed
Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Monday proposed the removal of all non-tariff barriers to facilitate intra D-8 Group to meet the challenges posed by global economic slowdown as well as to stimulate…
Full dialogue partnership in Asean: Malaysia to back Pakistan’s request
Malaysia will support Pakistan's request for a full dialogue partnership in the Association of South East Asian Nations (Asean). This assurance was given by Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato Sri' Hanifah…
Pakistan and Turkey to increase bilateral trade to $2 billion
Pakistan and Turkey have agreed in principle to increase the level of bilateral trade to $2 billion from existing $700 million in a year. The understanding was reached during a meeting between the Foreign…
Anti-subsidy investigation: ministry paying 17,500 euros to Brussels-based law firm
The Commerce Ministry is said to be paying 17,500 euros to a legal firm, Van Bael & Bellis (Brussels), to contest an anti-subsidy investigation against Gatron/Novatex Limited, sources told Business Recorder…
Czech businessmen ready for joint ventures with Pakistani counterparts
The ambassador of Czech Republic, Pavol Sepelak has said Czech Republic has huge business opportunities for Pakistani businessmen in power, textile, pharmaceutical, leather and construction sectors and…
Government accords high priority to Fata uplift: Prime Minister
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that government accords high priority to the development of Fata and ensured to increase funds for better health and education facilities besides infrastructure…
Zardari for early completion of AJK projects
President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday said the federal government gives special attention to the development of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and directed for early completion of all projects. Talking to…
Government striving for future of next generation: minister
Federal Minister for Population Welfare, Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan has said that the government is paying special attention for the development and bright future of the next generation. In this regard, maximum…
AJK government orders seizure of allotment records
Azad Jammu Kashmir government on Monday ordered for seizure of all official record including related to allotment, revising and alternative allotments of Mirpur Development Authority and the City Municipal…
Minister seeks probe into delay in activating Smeda’s training centre
Sindh Minister for Commerce and Industries Rauf Siddiqui, expressing concern that Smeda's training centre was not activated despite the provision of million of rupees, has asked the FIA to initiate an…
Gas loadshedding: Cabinet may approve two-day weekly off for industries
Federal Cabinet, scheduled to meet on Wednesday, is likely to approve a proposal for a two-day weekly holiday on a rotational basis for all sectors, including compressed natural gas (CNG) so as to distribute…
Checking industries’ revenue: SAI, KATI to launch data collection campaign
The SITE Association of Industry (SAI) and Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) decided on Monday to launch a data collection campaign to check the revenue earned by the industries, situated…
Korangi Industrial Park likely to be operational by year-end
Korangi Industrial Park, which is being constructed by the National Industrial Park (NIP), is expected to be made operational by the end of this year. Sources in the Planning and Development (P&D) department…
Consulate in Karachi: US to begin business visa interviews on November 5
The US Consulate in Karachi will begin to offer visa services for business travellers to the United States on Thursday, November 5. The applications for interview appointments by business travellers can…
Ishrat-ul-Ibad’s efforts lauded
President SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAARC CCI) and former President of FPCCI, Tariq Sayeed has appreciated Dr Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan, Governor of Sindh for his earnest efforts towards socio…
Efforts afoot to exploit mineral reserves
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources has sponsored various projects through Geological Survey of Pakistan for explorations of minerals on fast track aimed at increasing minerals' production in …
Shifa International declares 12 percent dividend
In its 23rd Annual General Body meeting, CEO, Shifa International, Dr Zaheer Ahmad announced 12 percent dividend as approved by the board of directors. Addressing the meeting, Zaheer Ahmad said that in…
Activity at Karachi and Qasim ports
The Karachi Port handled 272,477 tonnes of cargo including 183,515 tonnes import and 88,962 tonnes export cargo including 5,877 empty and loaded containers during last 48 hours ending at 0700 hours on…
Sports
World’s fastest man adopts world fastest feline
The world’s fastest man adopted the animal kingdom’s fastest sprinter Monday, as Usain Bolt welcomed a new baby cheetah named Lightning Bolt into his life.
Gaultier wins, Aamir Atlas crosses first hurdle
World number one Gregory Gaultier’s first match as the new man at the top of the rankings gave him a useful start to his bid to become World Open champion.
Beckham to return to AC Milan in January
Beckham played for Milan for six months from January 2009, scoring two goals in 18 matches in a successful bid to win his place back in England’s national squad.
Tiger commits to being global golfer
World number one Tiger Woods paid tribute to wife Elin Tuesday for putting up with him being away from home as he prepares to win a tournament that has so far eluded him, the HSBC Champions.
Technology