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Eradicating the Foot and Mouth Disease from Pakistan
US veterinarian highlights an important problem in livestock sector.
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The socio-economic impact of social media
The economics of this medium make it a convenient tool for abuse.
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Policymakers: Liabilities should be your greatest concern!
Pakistan has historically faced high budget deficits due to general fiscal indiscipline.
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The neglected social sector
Political parties have done little for people after coming to power.
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Development funds: PSDP releases special funds for textile industry
Various export, infrastructure projects to be implemented during the year.
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TV channel works for improving farmers’ living standards
Sohni Dharti presses on with creating awareness, helping boost farm production.
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Weekly review: KSE flirts with historic 20,000-point level ahead of elections
Investors shunned election uncertainty as budget details for fiscal 2014 announced.
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Growing popularity of superstores fails to dent appeal of budget markets
Babar Market of Landhi mostly attracts people belonging to low-income, labour class.
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Equity markets: For the market, IMF is more important than PM
Analysts favour one-party majority, but will settle for stable coalition.
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View from McLeod Road: Post-elections, how much higher can valuations go?
Investors appear to have largely traded away much of Pakistan’s ‘political risk’ before the polls.
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Exports: Wheat exports at negligible levels
Minor quantities of wheat are exported in containers or small random ships.
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Kashmir traders press for free economic zone
Ask Pakistan, India to encourage trade between both sides of LoC.
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With investment in technology, gems, jewellery exports hit $1b mark
Demand rises as industry buys latest machinery for jewellery making.
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Data suggests 8% drop in cement sales in April
Analysts, however, maintain optimism for the sector going ahead.
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Market watch: Bourse closes at record high before Election Day
Foreign inflows continue to spur buying activity.
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Disease prevention: KCCI appreciates health initiatives by govt
KCCI President welcomes health ordinances on mental healthcare, health commission and Thalassemia.
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BBA graduates: SZABIST conducts survey to gauge trends in job market
First-ever exercise shows fresh graduates get average monthly salary of Rs35,448.
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Locally assembled car sales dive 21%
Discontinuation of Taxi Scheme, older models hurts industry .
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Credibility crisis?: PPP govt fails miserably in securing enough foreign funding
Less than half of budgeted estimates of foreign loans and assistance actually realised.
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Lacking funds: SMEDA suffers from budget constraints
Budgetary constraints are decelerating the progress on projects carried out by SMEDA, said Chief Officer of SMEDA.
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Budget talks: Proposals for annual budget 2013-14 being prepared
APCC would propose GDP growth targets for the upcoming financial year 2013-2014, says Asif Shaikh.
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Private power producers warn of more blackouts
Place blame on government for not resolving the circular debt issue.
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OGRA approves increase in wellhead prices of Qadirpur gas field
Decision will mean transfer of Rs200b in additional burden onto consumers.
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White Label Service: Election fever leads to surge in SMS traffic
Short code-based service increases 1,000% YoY in May.
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Market watch: Foreign investors flock to grab slice of Pakistani pie
With prospects looking bright post elections, buying frenzy takes over.
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Pakistan Steel Mills to receive Rs11b bailout package on May 16
Funds to be used mainly to purchase raw material to boost output.
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PM asked to extend Planning Commission member’s contract
PC spokesperson unable to provide justification for extension.
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Power sector reforms: Gas supply to inefficient captive power plants cut off
Saved gas provided to efficient plants for improving electricity production.
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Clampdown: Tax recovery drive gaining speed
The Excise and Taxation Department Sindh recovered a sum of Rs2.5 million as motor vehicle tax during recovery drive.
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Auto parts makers face liquidity crunch: PAAPAM
Lobby blames bike assemblers for delaying outstanding dues.
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Alternative energy: Government stresses swift completion of projects
Projects with capacity of 256MW will be ready by September 2014.
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Pakistani outperforms the globe in ACCA
Ali from Quetta scores 94% in ACCA F9 exam held in Dec 2012.
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Market watch: Positive election hopes trigger index to record high
Index surges on optimism over improved chances of economic shake-up.
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SECP constitutes Shariah Advisory Board
Board will help develop Islamic financial market and monitor compliance.
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KESC, Engro team up to build 600MW power plant at Thar
SECMC will construct the plant, while KESC will off-take power from it .
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Financial assistance: ADB loans $99 million for improving utility services
Sindh cities experience rapid population growth, lack of reliable infrastructure.
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The low-base effect: Investment in country dips to lowest in years
Bureaucratic red tape, uncertain environment drive investors away.
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Punjab achieves 16% of cotton sowing target
This year sowing is 16% higher than that during the same period of last year, says Dr Khalid Abdullah.
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FPCCI announces change up in management
President Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry Zubair Ahmed Malik appoints new management.
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Govt appoints Riaz Khan as acting OGDC MD
Former MD faces charges of reinstating ‘officials involved in Rs320m oil theft’.
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SECP passes orders against insurance companies
Three orders issued against Takaful company, one against life insurer.
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Chairman may be removed despite State Life’s unprecedented growth
In the five years he led the company, many key indicators showed highest growth.
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House of Ittehad: Fashion chain to expand locally, globally to capture market
Chain received great market response encouraging it to increase presence.
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Market watch: Index continues to consolidate ahead of elections
Lack of major triggers made for a dullish close to the session.
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In a bid to expand SME financing, State Bank eases regulations
Move seen as first bid to allow banks to start lending to informal sector.
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In politicians, businesses find fickle partners at best
Lobbyists desist from publicly backing candidates due to fear of reprisals from opponents.
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Per capita income grows just 4.3% this year
Clocks in at $1,380 as total size of economy falls by Rs600 billion.
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Upheaval at the helm: Heads of OGDCL, GHPL removed
When contacted, Petroleum minister declined to comment on the performance of former OGDCL chief.
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Elections: Minister visits control cell
Oil and Gas Control Cell established to ensure continuous supply of oil and gas during upcoming elections.
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Tax refunds: FTO recommends uniform policy
FTO Dr Muhammad Shoaib Suddle recommends FBR to ensure uniform policy of issuance of refunds is followed.

















































