Business

Countr­ies to conduc­t final round of talks on gas supply from Iran.

One million tons of wheat to be exported to Tehran at $300 per ton.

Country is consistently ranked among the worst in business rankings.

IBM Pakist­an underw­ent change of leader­ship as Adnan Siddiq­ui has taken charge as countr­y genera­l manage­r.

FPCCI’s Working Group on Budget have urged FBI to withdraw decision of reducing the depreciation limit to four years.

Plastics and Packaging Industry Trade Fair begins.

Industry claims it is using 68% of capacity due to weak demand.

It will help increase quality and quantity of food in Pakistan.

Senate told new aircraft will steer national carrier into profitability.

Delegation called on power minister to discuss concerns.

Benchmark KSE-100 index sheds 40 points.

Moves to expedite sugar export to Tajikistan; allows de-regularising HSD prices.

Lifeline and KESC consumers exempted from the hike.

Move to enhance bilateral trade and allow easier settlements.

World leaders complain about lethargic decision-making process as investment falls to all-time low.

China may convert the port into an oil pipeline hub to augment its energy supplies from the Gulf.

Indian Commerce Minister Anand Sharma says deal will be signed within a few weeks.

FFC’s clean energy project to generate 50 megawatts.

Due to lack of modern technology, hidden potential remained untapped, sources said.

500MW of electricity to be added soon to national grid: AEDB

Retail rate goes up as OGDC increases price by Rs18,836 per ton.

Bank will not provide funds if competitive bidding is not ensured.

Cross-border transmission line will be laid to supply power on commercial basis.

Contracts worth Rs129b traded on the exchange.

Out of the total, 0.97m bales have been received in Punjab; 0.76m in Sindh.

Benchmark KSE-100 index gains 37 points.

New Delhi produces better quality petrol and diesel than Islamabad.

Growers briefed on modern ways to increase quality and quantity of fruit.

The Supreme Court was told IPPs had also agreed to the payment plan.

KESC topps list of gas defaulters with Rs41.805billion worth of outstanding dues.

Construction on the 750mcfgd Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline Project will start from December 2012 .

During the first half year, the bank’s total revenue rose 40% to Rs3.2 billion.

It was expected that following increase in Saudi Aramco contract price for gas, LPG prices will be upped by Rs19/kg.

Country needs to compile information to help combat diseases, make money.

The process is feasible for small holders of livestock.

To become a credible player, country needs to introduce globally accepted regulations.

Maybe it is, but there are many reasons for the netbook to hold its own.

As per agreement, PICT is selling a 35% stake to ICTSI.

Computerisation of record to end land grabbing, ownership disputes.

Says OGRA should be under the contro­l of the Minist­ry of Petrol­eum, to manage it in an effect­ive manner.

Revenue shortfall led to less transfers to provinces from federal divisible pool.

Candidates around the world took almost 370,000 papers, with 7,160 students successfully completing final ACCA exams.

Contraction is mainly due to a reduction in SBP’s foreign exchange reserves.

Pakistan to add 1bcf of gas, increase oil production: Hussain.

Hyperstar sales flourish, market leader Metro growth stabilises.

If KESC fails to pay up, gas supplier will suspend supply, take legal action.

Government blamed for ignoring gas pricing formula.

Investor sentiment remains buoyant on euphoria over ICH.

PM will take up issue with Chinese counterpart during upcoming visit.

Fuel prices reach all-time highs after third price hike in the month.