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National URL Filtering and Blocking System will allow en masse blocking of ‘offensive’ websites.

Oil prices fell in early trade as Iran and six major powers held "constructive" talks on Iran's nuclear program.

Plants will provide safe drinking water to fishermen.

Company divested stake in Hubco last month and increased control in Uch plant.

Dr Shahid Siddiqui talks about the past at a pre-budget seminar.

MoU was signed by IBA Karachi Dean and Director Dr Ishrat Husain and ISB Deputy Dean Deepak Chandra.

Railways department considering cancellation of operator’s contract.

This poses threat to country’s water, food and energy security.

ABC says over 800 psychotropic drugs are in short supply.

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index falls 29 points.

Punjab government plans to open such parks in every district.

Uniform fresh milk prices in violation of competition law.

Country is home to specialists that can provide world-class treatment, say doctors.

As president, he transformed the firm from a fertiliser manufacturer to a diversified conglomerate.

The corporation decides against encashing bank guarantee of the US-based company.

Owing to trust deficit, tax avoidance and evasion are on the rise

Black economy, unaccounted for in national statistics, may be on the rise.

Unemployed youth’s focus can be shifted towards solar energy.

Prospects may turn sour if care not taken to ensure quality and markets of fruit.

If labour is improved, it can immunise the region against a global economic slump.

After a blowout year in 2011, banks may see marginal declines in profits going forward.

Allocation for HEC 5% higher than current year, 20% lower than requested for next year.

There has been a substantial increase in the list of commodities permitted to be imported from India.

Khawaja Naeem’s name sent to PM for approval.

ABAD members threaten to suspend construction across country.

Expresses fear the project may benefit a couple of private companies.

So far, only 150 cases have been registered against criminals.

Farmers selling harvest at lower prices to avoid losses.

No news regarding the revised CGT regime keeps investors worried.

Houses need to look out into the landscape not overwhelm it, urges C Anjalendran.

US-owned rental power company accused of $20m fraud.

Pakistan may initially import up to 500 megawatts of electricity.

Potential candidates with more relevant experience ignored.

One ton of sugar can buy two tons of the fertiliser: PSMA.

Nokia recently launched the new range of affordable, colourful, single and dual SIM devices under the ASHA series.

Top government officials express concern in ECC meeting.

Fruits of $7.5b Kerry-Lugar package remain largely invisible.

Industry, revenue officials meet to resolve sales tax dispute.

Cargo ship carrying 60,000 tons of Australian canola docks at Port Qasim.

Benchmark KSE-100 index gains 106 points.

Matter will come up for discussion in JMC meeting beginning today.

Leaves the benchmark discount rate unchanged at 12%.

Iran tells tankers to turn transponders off, obfuscate monitors as it tries to keep its sanctioned oil lines afloat.

The cabinet division had moved a summary consisting of three names for the post and Gilani had appointed Khan.

Pakistan's energy mix has changed in recent years from mostly hydro to thermal.

Money will also be used to rehabilitate livelihood in strife-torn areas.

Consul General Hassan Darvishvand hopes the accord will be signed soon.

12% shares of 59 State Owned Entities (SOEs) have been distributed free of cost among 236,306 employees.

The Indian government provided INR970 million in subsidy during April to December 2011 to keep prices stable.

Premature mortality, health issues, cause largest share of losses.