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The introduction of different classes boosts occupancy to 70%.

KSE’s benchmark 100-share index gains 49 points.

Corporate farming acceptable only when it does not harm small growers.

PPL to launch exploratory venture in Iraq; government works on new refinery policy.

The team will gather knowledge on opportunities available for investment, joint ventures.

Ex-envoy says responsibility now lay with manufacturing sector and that the EU and WTO’s gesture must be reciprocated.

Banks allegedly colluded to charge customers uniform ATM charges.

Exports remain flat while imports rise in double digits in July-January.

Increase from Rs60 to Rs100 for domestic, international passengers.

Dealers demand removal of Petroleum Development Levy.

On a quarterly basis, Allied Bank profits dropped 9% to Rs2.46 billion during Oct to December 2011.

Index gains 12 points despite being up 100 points in early trade

Company seeks cooperation in research and manpower.

Both sides close to pacts on easier bank opening and visa policies.

USAID working on a plan to add 1,000MW to the system, supports subsidy for lifeline consumers only.

Indian Commerce Minister Anand Sharma says strong trade relations will improve diplomatic ties as well.

Joint chamber chief suggests transit trade through the state.

This year, 2,344 exhibitors from 51 countries displayed their products from January 29 to February 1 at the ISPO show.

Oracle Coalfields reveals plans for open pit coal mining.

Bombay Chamber chief calls for unrestricted phone services .

Domestic automakers confident about taking on Indian competition.

Govt appoints second chairman on a temporary basis in less than a month.

After shedding 75 points, KSE’s 100-share index closes up 18 points.

Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation first on the list.

Officials promoted on three-month probation: MD.

Exhibitors offer fuel compliant with EU low-emission standards.

The budget is subjec­t to Congre­ss' approv­al with $800 millio­n PCCF, and $2.4 bn for State Depart­ment...

SBP has transformed into a different entity, more independent in spirit, unlikely to be cowed — at least in analysis.

Sharma will be leaving for Lahore to hold trade talks with his Pakistani counterpart, Makhdoom Amin Fahim.

Tough times never last, but tough people do: Robert Schuller.

India and Bangladesh are also facing acute electricity shortfall.

Lal Qila plans to establish franchises all over the world.

An Islamic banking ordinance must be promulgated if this sector is to thrive.

It is not all doom and gloom, if we know where to look.

hopes high for a major improvement in garment sales after World Trade Organization approved unprecedented waivers.

Report states budget deficit was understated by Rs532 billion.

Authorities receive $1.2b in six months, 67% higher than previous year.

Munter says US government is assisting Pakistan achieve internationally required standards in fruits, agriculture.

‘Made in Pakistan Show’ to be organised in India soon.

Economists seemed somewhat cheerier than journalists, but it was largely depressing all around.

The site was restored late on Saturday night.

Volumes shoot up by 85% as KSE-100 climbs 2.1%.

Currently, Sindh Agriculture Department fixes support prices, but farmers complain they rarely get that price.

Committee to be formed that will draft constitution for the body.

Rising local output may deflate LPG prices further.

Islamabad wants the option of a review after three years, instead of ten.

Overseas Pakistanis sent home $7.4b from July to January.

Pakistani officials say India dragging its feet over NTBs.

Honda production at a standstill for second straight month.

Provinces agree to federal government collecting royalty.