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  • Impact of imported cars on Pakistani car manufacturers

    Impact of imported cars on Pakistani car manufacturers

    Pakistan has a vibrant automobile industry. A survey of the streets shows the variety of cars available in the country. From compact cars to passenger saloons, hatchbacks, large luxurious SUVs and executive cars all vehicle types are available. However, there is no home-grown car brand. The closest vehicles to an indigenous car brand are locally…

  • Major factors affecting the real estate industry of Pakistan

    Major factors affecting the real estate industry of Pakistan

    Real estate is an important and promising sector of the economy of Pakistan. The property market in Pakistan has been developing rapidly in both the commercial and residential sectors. This not only attracts local investors but also expatriates and overseas Pakistani’s. Moreover, investment in real estate is the most common way to protect capital and…

  • Mustafa Kamal left MQM, took refuge in Dubai

    Mustafa Kamal left MQM, took refuge in Dubai

  • ITCN Asia 2013 at Karachi Expo Center

    ITCN Asia 2013 at Karachi Expo Center

    ITCN Asia is annual Information and Communication Technology event in Karachi. The 2013 edition of ITCN Asia was organized on October 8-10 at Karachi Expo Center. ITCN Asia had two segments, the technology workshops and the exhibition. The workshops covered eBanking & Finance, eGovernment,  Digital Marketing and eLearning among other topics. My observations of ITCN Asia 2013 are based…

  • How to help Balochistan Earthquake victims

    How to help Balochistan Earthquake victims

    Recent earthquake in Balochistan has left hundreds dead and thousands displaced. According to reports, more than 300,000 people have been affected over a total of six districts – Awaran, Kech, Gwadar, Panjgur, Chaghi and Khuzdar. A recent image from National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) shows the impact of the earthquake in Balochistan. How to help…

  • A hail storm in Islamabad

    A hail storm in Islamabad

    Islamabad turned white today as hail storm hit the capital in the morning. It went pitch dark for hours which followed with thunder, hail storm and heavy rain. Apparently, winters are coming to Islamabad. Crazy #hailstorm #Islamabad pic.twitter.com/6zTtVZ2GPg — Faran Rafi (@faranrafi) September 15, 2013 Hailstorm in #Islamabad. pic.twitter.com/d16C3UJSyA — Irteza Ubaid (@irtezaubaid) September 15,…

  • Sindh Governor Ishratul Ibad left for a personal visit of Dubai, family to follow suit

    Sindh Governor Ishratul Ibad left for a personal visit of Dubai, family to follow suit

    According to news reports, Sindh Governor Ishratul Ibad has left for personal visit of Dubai. He has asked his family to join him there. He may leave for Singapore from Dubai. Rumours are rife that Ishratul Ibad has resigned from his post. Analysts are saying that this means that the ongoing operation in Karachi may…

  • 11 killed in Lyari Blast allegedly targeting PPP MPA Javed Nagori

    11 killed in Lyari Blast allegedly targeting PPP MPA Javed Nagori

    11 children killed in Lyari Blast allegedly targeting PPP MPA Javed Nagori A bomb ripped through densely populated area of Lyari, Karachi, leaving at least 11 people killed. PPP MPA Javed Nagori was alleged target of the attack, he suffered some injuries from the blast. According to news report, at least 11 people killed, including…

  • Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui to replace Altaf Hussain as MQM Chief

    Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui to replace Altaf Hussain as MQM Chief

    The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Deputy Convener Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui will be made the successor of Altaf Hussain, the MQM leader and founder, if the London-based leader is charged for any of the three offences he is being investigated for under English laws. A source close to the MQM has told The News that Altaf…

  • Labor Exploitation by Desi Community in the UK

    Labor Exploitation by Desi Community in the UK

    For a soul coming from an underdeveloped or developing country, the quality life being promised by a fully-fledged developed country like the United Kingdom is indeed a blissful joy. Such exuberance is further complemented by the country’s strong commitment to preserve the basic rights. The right to ensure labors earn their due share in a…

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