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Legislators want swift completion of work in their constituencies.

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises five points.

Between populist spending and institution-building, politicians always pick former.

Possibility of reducing age limit for imported used cars to be reviewed.

This will generate funds, meet entire cost of Diamer Bhasha Dam.

"If you continue to add to the sanctions, we will stop our oil exports to the world," Oil Minister Rostam Qasemi...

The new phase is reportedly going to be largest in DHA

German government and multinationals to help train workers for modern industries.

BoK CEO Mustafa says that BoK’s total deposits as of September 30, 2012 depicts 46% growth compared to September...

Fertiliser manufacturer announces cash dividend of Rs2.5 per share, taking total payout to Rs10.5.

Chinese, Pakistan central banks sign deal for investment in Beijing’s debt market.

Nascent local industry will suffer trade is liberalised: PAAPAM.

Petroleum ministry wants continuation of weekly oil prices review.

Will join hands with businessmen to explore new areas.

Benchmark KSE-100 index climbs 56 points.

While the scandal was damaging, the company was able to use it to its advantage.

Proposal unlikely to be accepted on fears of political backlash.

Says power companies should get priority as per PM’s decision.

The move is taken despite a parliamentary resolution against weekly price change.

Chairman says two-thirds majority needed to change constitution.

All it does is force you to save, but no financial product can fully protect you from yourself if you’re...

As interest rates come down, banks look for new sources of revenue

Country’s share is lowest in the region, pointing towards untapped potential.

Higher formal sector employment, rising savings rates, easier access to policies cause coverage to expand.

Digital marketing should not be used as an icing on the cake.

Local companies complain foreign firms being given mega projects.

Planned import of 2,300 dairy cows may not take place.

Govt is trying to counter outflows with inflows to avoid pressure on forex reserves.

In the absence of significant triggers, earnings announcements dictate trends.

CNG price to also come down by a maximum of Rs2.12 per kg.

Govt working on trade pacts with a host of countries.

FPCCI calls for army to assist civil administration.

Refinery posts a 3% slump in profits to Rs802 million for first quarter of fiscal 2013.

Although earnings are down 70% YoY, company does 44% better on sequential basis.

Spokesman also clarifies aspects of meeting with ADB.

Deal covers fertiliser off-take agreement, power plant in Thar, among others.

Benchmark KSE-100 index gains 114 points.

Committee discusses three options, tries to avoid more strain on budget.

Process of awarding contract underway; project cost estimated at $929m.

Chinese firms threaten to abandon Neelum Jhelum project over delay in clearance of dues.

Apex court seeks details of weekly price review from Ogra, petroleum ministry.

Expresses interest in investing in Tarbela-V extension, other projects.

Securities regulator will induct 30 management trainees.

Stakeholders consulted for possible suggestions for event.

Attock Refinery, Attock Cement post healthy growth in earnings; 65% and 69% respectively.

Improvement attributable to higher sales and improved gross margins over the year.

WAPDA chairman briefs K-P governor on progress of ongoing water projects.

Istanbul, Islamabad discuss means to improve bilateral relations.

Benchmark KSE-100 index adds 25 points.

ADB asks government to lift ban on coal import for power plants.