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Wheat output may rise 25% with bed planting
Six bed planters distributed among farmers to create awareness.
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DG Khan Cement plans expansion drive in country
Company is also searching for a joint venture in Africa.
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Averting crisis: CNG industry turns to LNG to run filling stations
Asks government to either provide or allow it to import LNG.
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The rigmarole: Filing income tax returns...but how?
Complex forms and filing methods discourage first time taxpayers.
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Market watch: Stocks bullish as market recalibrates to foreign investment
Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 465 points.
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Tax collection: FBR misses target for fourth successive month
This comes as govt back-pedals on key tax policy measures.
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Despite Iran’s pessimism, Pakistan says 'no chance' gas pipeline to be dropped
Minister for Petroleum and foreign office spokesperson say Pakistan is committed to all options on gas.
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Global Prosperity Index: Pakistan ranked 132 of 142 countries
Pakistan at the bottom of countries ranked for economy, education, governance, health, personal freedom.
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Global fluctuation: Price of petrol likely to go down
Cost of other oil products are expected to increase according to an Ogra summary.
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Quarterly review: IMF notes progress on achieving targets
IMF mission, government representatives discuss course of action for complying with EFF performance indicators.
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Load-shedding: FCCI warns against gas supply cuts
Industrial capacity likely to suffer further if deprived of gas.
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Expo: IEEP Fair 2013 underway
Forum for electrical and engineering industry players.
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Home ownership: Builders suggest subsidised house financing, stricter laws
Pakistan’s mortgage-to-GDP ratio is lowest in the region.
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Corporate results: Higher financial income leads Fauji Fertilizer to growth in profits
Investors surprised with higher cash payout; stock rises.
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Corporate results: Atlas Honda records 22% profit growth
Better sales, reduced financial cost prop up earnings.
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Corporate results: Pak Suzuki posts lower than expected results
Company sales hit by higher costs and depreciating rupee.
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Market watch: Stock market ends higher after volatile session
Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 33.94 points.
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Supporting the poor: PPAF launches €10 million renewable energy project
Rural population to get access to clean energy, conserving firewood and oil.
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Questionable strategy: US report finds holes in Jamshoro plant funding
Office of US Inspector General says the plant will remain unfeasible .
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At stake: LNG services tender faces an uncertain fate
Parent company of Chinese bidder blacklisted by World Bank.
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Iran minister says Pakistan gas contract probably dead
Until now Iranian officials have insisted that the project to supply Islamabad will be completed.
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FBR in doldrums: Plan to catch tax evaders falters
Drastic drop seen in tax evasion notices; FBR yet to draft rules to access bank accounts.
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PIA seeks help of former executives on turnaround
Committee also reviewed cash flow and ticketing along with reservation systems after feedback from departments.
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Advanced research: Mango value addition for export urged
Two academics want modern techniques deployed to prevent fruit from rotting.
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Devolved under 18th Amend: Provinces ‘lack capacity’ to handle maritime functions
Expert urges govt to implement national maritime policy quickly.
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Corporate results: Nishat Mills profits grow by 48%
Profit stands at Rs1.57b in first quarter of fiscal year 2014.
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Corporate results: Three Dewan Group companies lock in profit
Cement, textile units make profits, fibre unit records loss.
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Corporate results: Lucky Cement makes profit of Rs2.5b in 1st quarter
Better sales value, lower financial cost aid earnings.
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Corporate results: PPL profits jump as rupee depreciates
Company shows impressive growth post circular debt clearance.
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Corporate results: KESC posts Rs1.7 billion profit
Earnings fall because of lesser deferred tax benefit.
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Corporate results: Engro Corp turns in stellar performance
Fertiliser business gives boost to the conglomerate’s profit.
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Market watch: Stock market treads with caution as IMF talks continue
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 76 points.
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Hospitality industry: Avari Hotels set to expand
Company management highlights growth strategy in saturated market.
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Selected CNG stations: Punjab seeks exemption from gas holidays
Says these outlets cater to needs of passenger buses.
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Ease of doing business: Pakistan’s ranking slips to 110th place
Country performs poorly on eight out of ten indicators.
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Britain aims to become Islamic finance hub with new index on London Stock Exchange
UK premier David Cameron says London to stand alongside Dubai, Kuala Lumpur as one of the capitals of Islamic Finance.
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$6.7 billion programme: Pakistan seeks concessions from IMF
Lowering of reserves targets and increase in loan amount sought.
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Expansion: General Tyre to set up plant in north
GT produces passenger car tyre, light truck tyre, truck / bus tyre, tractor tyre, rickshaw tyre and motorcycle tyres.
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In the neighbourhood: FCCI chief urges increased export to regional countries
Says trade survival depends on regional diversification.
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UAF VC: Experts stress on modified crops to beat hunger
Agricultural scientists aim to ensure food security.
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Corporate results: Nishat Power makes modest profit growth
Announces cash dividend of Re1 per share.
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Corporate results: Maple Leaf’s earnings grow 45% in July-Sept
Profit rises to Rs556 million from previous year’s Rs384 million.
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Corporate results: Lotte posts first quarterly profit in 15 months
Net profit for nine months stands at Rs112 million.
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Corporate results: Fatima Fertilizer grows a stunning 72%
Increase in off-takes fuels upsurge in profits.
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Corporate results: Bank Alfalah records Rs3.3 billion profit
Earnings edge down on low interest income, high cost.
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Corporate results: Pakistan State Oil profits trump expectations
Despite increase in income, the company decides against dividend.
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Market watch: Index cautious at start of new week ahead of IMF review
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 32 points.
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Nine-month results: Profit of EFU Life Assurance shrinks by one-fourth
Earnings of EFU’s non-life insurance arm down by 49%.
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Disinterest: LNG services tender draws poor response
Only two domestic investors bid for providing import services.
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Timetable: Govt clears high cost Jamshoro power project
ADB to consider $900m loan for the project tomorrow.