
Commercial approval of 15 cotton varieties Sought
Pak-German chamber in the offing
Cheques get more security features
yaseen bows to political pressure
Industry realising efficient energy Consumption
Body constituted to review agriculture tax Laws
THE NEWS
Pakistan among 40 countries risking coups this year: WP
SBP Governor Yaseen goes, Dar feels comfortable
‘PML-N performance on economic revival below par’
Japanese business growth survey ranks Pakistan second in the world
FBR examining businessmen returns for tax directory
SBP’s forex reserves drop to $3.1bn
Pakistani exports to EU likely to reach $2 billion: envoy
Banks asked to tighten security features of cheques
‘Credit card growth low due to SBP regulations’
Nadra to validate gun licences till Feb 15
Yaseen resigns ahead of IMF talks: Wathra to be acting governor
Forex reserves slip below $8 billion
Trade with India: Pakistan may protect agriculture sector by inking accord
Trade, security and education: HC reiterates UK commitment to assist Pakistan
EPZA shows impressive performance during first half of fiscal year 2014Export Processing Zones
To add 25 MMCFD gas: SSGCL to connect Zarghoon Field with main pipeline on March 15
SBP decides to prescribe additional security features for cheques
Implementation of WTO rules to boost Indo-Pak trade: Indian HC
GSP Plus status to help keep youths out of extremists' clutches: National Assembly Speaker
Loadshedding adversely affects activities of small businesses in city
BMZ urges need to adopt power and gas conservation plan
Licences to CNG stations: IHC seeks report from Ogra
DAILY JANG
Cost of LPG Reduced by Rs 5/- per Kg
Due to energy saving programmed 55 industries got benefit of Rs 9.2 core
Investment to be encouraged in industrial estate
Consultations on market access to India begin today
Rs1.09 power tariff hike notified
THE NEWS
Delhi air ‘not as bad’ as Beijing
Nepra increases power tariff by Rs1.08 per unit
Foreign exchange reserves to be in double digits by March: Dar
Pakistan, US discuss cooperation in energy sector
FBR to upgrade sales tax registration system
‘Pakistan imports crude oil worth $15 billion
Heimtextil proves to be a success for Pakistani exporters
Govt urged to take cautious approach
SSGC succeeds in reducing UFG levels
Investment to be encouraged in industrial estate
B RECORDER
Power tariff raised by Rs 1.08 per unit
Trade with India: Aptma urges government to adopt cautious approach
Delay in clearance of refund claims irks Traders
Rs 21.8 per unit tariff: Discos collecting 25 percent tax on bills for government
European Union: speakers fear terrorism, energy crisis may hit exports
NDMA to boost bilateral trade between India, Pakistan
DIG CIA Police agrees to set up antiextortion cell at KCCI
SSGC succeeds in reducing UfG levels
Misuse of investment scheme: FBR collecting data of units set up after July 1, 2011
DAILY JANG
SSGC succeeds in reducing UFG levels
Rs200bn lost to traffic congestion every year’
THE NEWS
Gas theft down for the first time in five years, claims SSGC
Foreigners to inject $3bn in Pak economy: OICCI
Proposals sought to remove SROs disparities
Pakistani, Indian trade leaders pledge to strengthen ties
Regional supply chains in textile trade urged
EU asking Pakistan to grant MFN status to India: Fazl
Maiden meeting held: Dar urges body to review SROs with an open mind
FICCI to hold 'The India Show' at Lahore in February
Commercial sections must be activated to enhance exports: SCCI President
MCCI hails resumption of Pak-US strategic dialogue
Research report reveals: traffic congestion cost to swell to $7.85 billion in next 10 years
KCCI finalises programme for prebudget Moot
Stock market is not the economy?
Dar known to be economical with truth
DAILY JANG
Country economy facing loss of Res 200 Billion Due to pressure on Traffic
Pak-US trade to get special focus
Petrol price unlikely to decline
THE NEWS
UK-Pakistan trade targets top priority: British envoy
Investors fret over delayed upfront tariff
Chinese keen to invest in textile sector
‘Balance of payments crisis to persist over next nine months’
US praises economic potential: ''strategic dialogue'' begins
One percent 'further tax': experts question FBR clarification
FPCCI welcomes resumption of Pak-US strategic dialogue
Dastgir to address MCCI's meeting Today
SNGPL cuts UfG losses by 2 percent in two years
Site area to get improved gas supply by March: Miftah
Implementation of 27 UN conventions Begins Gas pricing
ECC meets today: ban on CNG cylinders may be lifted
LPG price reduced by Rs 10 per kg
DAILY JANG
In future attention would be given towards Pak-US trade Mical Dodman
TMA HEAD OFFICE
EU can contribute to protecting human rights in Pakistan’
Renewed interest in mergers and Acquisitions
THE NEWS
Trade can’t be delinked from other issues: FO
‘We do not want to defer trade talks till the Indian elections
MFN status for India on the cards
Walmart lays off 2,300 workers
THE NEWS
Pakistan needs seven percent growth rate for survival: FPCCI
Water availability stressed for power sector
Exports’ diversification stressed
Saarc official for freer trade with India
Trade suffered a lot due to sit-ins, strike
Industrial units in Site face low gas Pressure
Military action against terrorism : FPCCI welcomes government decision
'Operative' but non-filers: FBR compiles list of major units
Textile ministry likely to be restored Soon
Wal-Mart cuts 2,300 jobs at Sam's Club
GSP plus opportunity: value-added textile industry begins reaping benefits
Karachi LTU may suffer Rs 110 billion revenue shortfall
Leather, textile made-ups: supplies chargeable to five percent ST: FBR
DAILY EXPRESS
To get benefit of GSP+ 5 billion rupees tuff scheme must be implemented
TMA HEAD OFFICE
Strike, sit-ins cause Rs12bn trade loss in Karachi
Repatriation of dollars exceeds inflows
THE NEWS
More on SBP governor’s easing out of office
25pc gas quota restored for hosiery sector
Karachi strike causes $400 million losses: FPCCI
IMF to change venue for second review
Notices issued to property, vehicles owners
Overstaying trade diplomats being recalled
Netherlands for improving bilateral trade
‘Private sector realising women’s importance
Captive power plants cause Rs350 billion loss
Pakistan to participate at Texworld Paris
FIA restrained from arresting TDAP’s former secretary
Negative lists to be slashed: 'Prime Minister to take army leadership into confidence'
Ordinance promulgated to overcome gas theft
Industrial, trading activities badly hit by Strike
Pak-India trade: NDMA agreement may not yield desired results: LCCI
APCNGA blames CPPs for power, gas Loadshedding
Chinese firms all set to invest in textiles
Strike paralyses life in Karachi
FBR needs structural reforms: chambers
GSP+ opportunity: value-added textile exporters propose 6-point agenda
License to purchase raw materials: chemical manufacturers seek one window facility
Current A/C: important indicator
Power shortfall reduces to 2,600 Megawatts
Transit system at borders to boost trade
Facebook to die out by 2017, say experts
Ordinance promulgated to check gas theft
The last date 31st January 2014 will remain thesame for renewal computerization of old weaponlicense
THE NEWS
Pakistan asks India to allow 250 additional items through Wagah
Why did the SBP governor resign?
Pakistan likely to get a boost in textile exports to EU under GSP Plus
Border management system at Wagah demanded
Domestic consumers: secretary commerce says: ''stop gas or raise tariff''
Forex reserves fall by $149 million
Textile exports: growth a pleasant sign for ailing economy: PTEA
Industrial policy in next two months: Private sector in auto field to be
LCCI calls for early implementation of border management system at Wagha
Chinese trade delegation meets APTMA Punjab chief
POL products: government urged to formulate National Fuel Consumption Policy
Sit-ins against Mastung killing: trade suffers Rs 2.5 billion loss
OICCI perception, investment Survey 2013 to be launched
All undertakings/companies: provisions of Competition Law applicable: DGCCP
DAILY JANG
Country cannot progress without business community
A new industrial Zone will be established at bin Qasim
Punjab expects $10bn investment in coal Plants
Improved energy supply boon for textile Sector
Musharraf gave cardiologist Sitara-i-Imtiaz in 2005
Strike call for Friday over killings
THE NEWS
SBP governor leaves for Singapore after resignation
Foreign investors urging govt to relax PPRA rules’
MSA, PCG given Customs powers to prevent smuggling
Manufacturers should focus on energy saving
Pakistan, US leaders agree to further strengthen ties
‘Energy supply to textile units help increase exports
Rupee appreciated against dollar due to textile sector growth'
Ogra being pressurised to approve 500,000 new gas connections
Low water releases by India: Pakistan faces Rs 4.6 billion loss in NJHP electricity
KESC tariff slashed by 7 paisa per unit
Terminals unable to ensure 100 percent containers' scanning
Cotton market: rates ease amid modest Trading
Transporters' strike halts trade activities: PICT agrees to waive 100 percent demurrage on cargoes
LTU Islamabad: FBR revises powers, jurisdiction of IR Commissioners Transfers and postings in FBR
Textile, leather sectors seek govt Assistance
Govt to improve ease of doing business
Power tariff for Karachi cut by 7 paisa
CNG stations closed for 24 hours
THE NEWS
FBR orders course correction facing revenue shortfall
Nepra lowers tariff for KE consumers
No payment, no refund system demanded
‘Illegal supply causing gas crisis
PRGMEA holds textile show in India
SBP may allow physical import of dollar
Pakistan, India inch forward towards 500 megawatts power deal
Improved energy supply: textile exports surge by 20 percent in December: S M Tanveer
Capitalising on GSP+ status: textiles exporters urge government to introduce soft import policy
Textile, other mega sectors: RTO Lahore recovers Rs 285 million from defaulting units
India, Pakistan need to take steps to boost trade: Kher
GSP+ status: where is TDAP's 'help Desk
Business leaders greet Khurram Dastagir
Poor capacity: key sectors'' audit not done properly
Gold Import Banned For 30 Days
THE NEWS
Access to bank accounts of non-filers
New agreements termed august for Indo-Pak trade
No petrol, diesel in cans, bottles
SNGPL and SSGC told to start collecting GIDC
Pakistani, Indian business communities favour bilateral trade: FCCI
GSP + benefit: PIAF stresses need for extraordinary measures
Pak-India commerce ministers' meeting: business community welcomes 'successful' talks
Car registration, WHT deduction: provincial E&T departments linked with FBR databank
LCCI urges government to devise policy to get benefit of GPS+ status
Caveats in EU duty concessions
THE NEWS
Discount on KWSB dues payment till March 31
Sales tax evasion: landmark LHC verdict
30-day ban on gold import likely
Business community demands uniform power tariff
MCCI concerned over unchanged policy Rate
MPS perches on dollar inflow prospects
Industrialists for combined treatment Plants
State Bank leaves policy rate unchanged
FDI falls by 27pc in six months
Large-scale manufacturing expands by 5.23pc
Steps urged to overcome energy shortage
Shortfall in tax revenues, circular debt threats to economy: SBP
SBP keeps discount rate unchanged at 10 percent
Hussain hints at costly energy
KTBA seeks investment scheme for all set ups
Wal-Mart case seen a key test in struggle over labour rights
B RECORDER
SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 10 percent on likely dollar inflows
Tax measures add to existing taxpayers'''''''' woes
Rupee to be under pressure again
TDAP to hold WEXNEXT expo for women from March 21
GSP Plus status 6,274 tariff lines are Eligible
PTA for withdrawal of recent SROs
Consumer items: two percent extra ST could have serious implications for trade
Garment factories: textile bodies, FCCI protest against suspension of gas
FPCCI greets Dastagir as Commerce Minister
Gas load management: 2012 policy being violated with impunity
Wapda companies allowed 10pc hike in Tariff
President swears in new ministers
Export industry for special status
Pakistan, India may allow bank branches
THE NEWS
Ahmad likely to join SBP as deputy governor
Bajwa directs recovery of fake refunds
B RECORDER
Discount rate may stay unchanged: MPS today
Pakistan, India discuss ways to enhance trade ties
JUI-F joins federal cabinet: three ministers‚ one state minister sworn in
Power tariffs raised by Rs 1.01 per unit
Economic zone vital to draw benefit from GSP+ status: Motiwala
Exporters seek zero-rated regime for value added sector
Aptma slams eight hours' power Loadshedding
Duty, tariff concessions: customs wing Restructured
The SBP report: a timely warning
Forex reserves up by $267 million
Listed companies: SECP amends procedure for issuance of dividends
Saeed Khan to be appointed SBP deputy governor
IHC issues contempt notice to minister
SBP projects economic growth rate of 3- 4pc
July-Dec trade deficit shrinks
THE NEWS
Economy to remain sluggish this year: SBP
Tax directory to be released on Feb 15: Dar
Trade deficit reduced to $9.032bn
Gas allocation: higher priority to power producers, industry advocated
''''We''''ve to be ready for surgical operation,'''' Dar tells traders
Energy shortages, law & order: GSP+ opportunity may squander Rupee stability expected
Iftikhar Qutab assumes charge of Member FBR
South Asian Business Leaders Conclave from today: FPCCI chief leads 65-member delegation to India
Make dollar available at Rs 106, Dar asks forex companies
Inputs used in export goods'' making: duty drawback rates not revised
Khaqan issued contempt of court notice
Abu Dhabi to give foreigners freehold property titles
Customs value for Chinese formic acid revised
Karachi cheapest city in Pakistan
SECP amends code of governance
IHC order about CNG creates confusion
Hong Kong seeks travel ban on PIA plane
THE NEWS
FBR’s National Tax Directory to come out on March 31
Body formed to identify concessionary SROs
‘No steps taken to recover Rs128bn from fraudsters’
SECP approves amendments to code of governance
India inflation likely to ease
Experts urge entrepreneurs to motivate workers
Pakistani team to attend SAARC conclave in India
Indian HC suggests new horizons for enhancing trade
Textile lining material: new customs value fixed
Industrial policy: consultative process in progress: Jatoi
HC designate to South Africa vows to present Pakistan's soft image
APTMA hails plan to reduce UfG losses
FBR to make public details of 0.85 million filers
India anti-graft party shelves foreign supermarket entry into Delhi
Layoffs in foreign trade missions
Trade talks with India resume tomorrow
Export trends under EU’s trade preference
GSP Plus status will help increase country’s exports: Shahbaz
Karachi’s inflation lowest in December
Pakistan assures IMF Rs500 bn tax exemptions will go
KCCI to hold pre-budget seminar on 18th
CNG stations to remain closed tomorrow
Lower FED, ST payments: FBR analysing data of top companies, exporters
Monitoring shipping lines' activities: KCCI chief proposes to set up autonomous body
Minister decries court order to reopen CNG Stations
Overseas Pakistanis remit $7.8bn in six Months
Ahsan wants economy to stand on its feet
CNG stations, transport strike
THE NEWS
IMF expresses concern over money whitening schemes
CNG station owners, transporters announce indefinite strike from today
Remittances rise to $7.79 billion
Gas crisis to ease in March: minister
Wazir made LTU Karachi chief commissioner
Govt expanding economic pie for high tax collection’
SECP registers 415 new firms in December
Industrial growth to create jobs: experts
KCCI rejects issuing taxpayers’ directory
Fiscal Year 2014 revenue position: US embassy asks FBR for briefing
Government committed to steering country out of energy crisis: Iqbal
$2 billion investment in textile industry: Punjab government, Chinese group sign MoU
CNG stations'' closure: APCNGA, KTI to go on strike from today
Petition against suspension of CNG supply dismissed
Govt ends Pak-Afghan trade in rupee
Cotton prices rise amid strong demand
THE NEWS
FBR launches crackdown against 153 units
Lack of financial inflows push SBP reserves down
Online real estate market on the rise
Equal economic rights for women urged
B RECORDER
Energy, textile sectors: Chinese company announces $2 billion investment
Forex limit for each passenger reduced to $5,000: exports to Afghanistan to be in dollars
Regional states: government seeks to enhance trade ties: minister
PTEA hopes $1 billion foreign orders from Heimtextil fair
Proper supply of power, gas: 'textile exports may be doubled in next five years'
Pakistan Chapter: Malik re-elected Saarc-CCI VP fourth time
Cotton output likely to cross 13 million Bales
Trade, industry: PIAF sets up five bodies to facilitate interaction with associations
JANG NEWS
Heim Textile 2014 become attractive event for Pakistani exporters
Acute water scarcity in country: report
Production cost of cement may go up after gas cess
Cold wave intensifies in Sindh
CNG stations closure extended by a day
THE NEWS
Drug prices pushed up by 20 to 80pc despite govt orders
24-hour CNG closure now a 48-hour one
‘Pakistan must improve energy mix to overcome crisis’
Industry’s appetite for bank advances expected to grow
Upfront high tariff power production opposed
Employers’ Federation election held
Textile exports could be doubled in 5 years: Aptma
THE RUPEE: dollar at Rs 106 on open Market
Import and supply: sales tax on fabrics reduced to three percent
Sindh CNG stations to stay shut for 48 hours from today
Cold weather breaks 30 years' record
Exporters perturbed at government's inaction to capitalise on GSP plus status
TDAP to hold WEXNET-2014 exhibition in March
CM Punjab, Chinese team discuss cooperation in textile, garments sectors
Miftah appointed special assistant to Prime Minister
SSGCL, SNGPL want increase in tariff
FBR seeks review of judgment on fuel levy
Lint prices undergo correction
Return form for amnesty scheme notified
THE NEWS
Dar takes giant step by publishing Tax Directory next month
GSP Plus: opportunities and challenges
Risk of dying from cancer down 20 percent: US study
New road tax on petrol and diesel to raise Rs20 bn
SSGC seeks surge in gas tariff by Rs52
Textile exports likely to rise by $3bn
Special procedure for ST registration to be amended
Pharmaceutical companies all set to raise prices by 15 percent
SHC seeks comments on TDAP official's plea
IT-6 form for TY 2008-12: FBR facilitates new taxpayers for Prime Minister's scheme
Limit on banks' exposure to real estate
Closure of trade missions to save Rs500m
Labour laws compliance a must to take advantage of GSP Plus
THE NEWS
Govt urged not to give MFN status to India
India admits its coal plants causing fog inside Pakistan
‘Govt to finalise five-year plan by 31st
SNGPL seeks hefty raise in gas tariff
Body to resolve Pak-Russia trade disputes
‘Financing limit not applicable on govt housing projects’
‘Pakistan, India ready to upgrade infrastructure at border
Old CNG outage schedule restored in Sindh
FBR to publish tax directory of MPs
Pak-American Trade Expo-2014: women entrepreneurs decide to take part
Interaction on monthly basis to promote trade: LCCI, Indian HC agree to evolve new mechanism
GIDC rate on industrial sector raised: government likely to collect Rs 120 billion in 2013-14
Ambassador designate to Indonesia assures full support to KCCI
ILO's 'Better Work Program':'nonimplementation may lead to loss of export orders' ties
15-year-old financial disputes: Dar for removing impasse in Pak-Russia trade
Data disclosure: FTO recommendation pending action
Luxurious vehicles: FBR's targeted action helps recover tax
Uninterrupted power supply: Lesco responds positively to Aptma demand
10 percent exposure limit: SBP exempts government housing schemes
THE NEWS
Fatemi to monitor cut in Pak missions, two-month deadline given
‘Govt-exporter trust deficit must be removed’
ATIR turns down ACIR decision: harsh actions against taxpayer termed unlawful
PTEA seeks release of exporters' refund Claims
PM’s incentives mobilise dollars
THE NEWS
‘Political stability drawing more investment to Pakistan
Labour productivity growth of many sectors declining: APO
Pak-EU business forum proposed
Poor planning leads to hike in fuel prices
B RECORDER
IMF expresses concern over incentive Package
Commitment to IMF: AMLA will be amended to combat tax frauds
Dairy farmers oppose garment city
Garments city land acquisition stayed
THE NEWS
50pc hike in power tariff on the cards
FBR disallows sales tax exemption to export units
Mövenpick Hotel makes inroads in Pakistan
Real estate concerned over SBP decision
‘Govt ignoring local industrialists’
Experts anticipate rupee to trade near Rs114
PHMA slams SNGPL for discriminatory treatment
ICAC expects world cotton area to decline
Govt decisions causing problems for manufacturers: experts
Power tariff hike in October 13: commitments with IMF not kept, acknowledges government
52 Karachi units: ST zero-rating on gas ends: FBR
International travelling: NTN may be made mandatory for carrying forex
Jilani emphasises diplomatic outreach to boost Pak-US ties
Business-friendly policies of chief minister Punjab appreciated
LCCI, FCCI agree to work jointly on KBD construction
Give people at least either gas or power during cooking hours: LHC
Prime Minister's amnesty scheme: efforts on to increase revenue, broaden tax base: FBR
'Hello 2014': Emirates announces special fares
There's never any light nor any end?
GSP+ status: Sartaj hails Sweden Support
SNGPL defying government decision: PHMA
Nepra approves 27 paisa hike in power Tariff
THE NEWS
Nepra okays 27 paisas raise in power tariff
Big axe falls on Pakistani missions
‘Lack of planning impedes industrial growth’
Listed firms asked to file records
LCCI hails ordinance on power theft
Present cold wave subsides, another to arrive in few days
CNG stations, transporters threaten indefinite strike
B RECORDER
Real estate sector: banks restricted to 10 percent exposure
Fuel adjustment: 27 paisa per unit hike in Discos'' tariff approved
Steps being taken to resolve energy issue: chief minister Punjab
LPG price, supply and demand: minister convenes meeting today
Impact of tax policy measures, exemptions to be highlighted: Economic Survey 2013-14
Two percent extra tax: manufacturing sector concerned at SRO 896 (I)/2013
Forex reserves move up by $431 million
ST collection shows 22.8 percent growth during July-December
Additional gas meant for entire exportoriented textile industry: APTMA
DAWN NEWS
Bullish income despite low growth rate
India aims to woo foreign investors
Saudi morality police may relax rules on prayer times: paper
Another 48-hour CNG closure announced
Computerised arms licence date extended
THE NEWS
KESC allowed to shutdown three generation units
Suzuki car prices rise by up to Rs20,000
SNGPL urged to stop discrimination
India to focus on foreign investors’
B RECORDER
Import of 340 additional items from Saarc states: tariff concessions Announced
Government approves huge raise in GIDS
FIA detects over Rs 2.7 billion power, gas theft
Mövenpick Hotels takes over management of Sheraton Karachi
Importable items from India: PIAF asks government to cut down negative list
Indian rupee falls on first trading day of 2014
Site Superhighway Association seeks police support
SSGC supplying less gas: industrialists postpone protest on MD's assurance
India aims to throw open doors wider to foreign investors
LCCI urges SNGPL to shun discrimination against textile sector
Three-day international labour convention to be held in Lahore
CPI inflation in December up by 9.18 Percent
GSP+ prospects and distribution of gas: Prgmea challenges Aptma ''hegemony''
FBR decides to amend customs baggage rules
TMA HEAD OFFICE
SNGPL seeks 800pc rise in connection Charges
LPG prices down, but not for consumers
Rupee lost 8pc vs dollar in 2013
No respite from rising cost of living
Govt urged to revisit Economic Reforms Act 1992
Mamnoon for steps to utilise GSP Plus
THE NEWS
BD factory owners to face homicide charges
Businesses need sustainable transformation for growth
‘GSP Plus status to revive Pakistan’s exports
Tanners reject gas supply curtailmenta
Mamnoon for steps to utilise GSP Plus
B RECORDER
Exports to EU may soar 29 percent
President for taking maximum advantage of GSP + status
Data reveals discrepancy in trade deficit Figures
South African market: businessmen urged to avail of opportunities
MCCI urges government to stimulate value-addition in textiles
Clause103B: Conditional tax exemption cannot have retrospective effect: LHC
Black economy: no worthwhile measures taken to widen tax base
Bangladesh orders arrest of factory owners for deadly fire
Traders not optimistic about peace, stability in new year