17-03-2012

17 Pakistanis Deported:

Pakistanis were living in Greece without renewal of their visas and passports thus they were deported. On arrival, FIA has taken record of these Pakistanis. [More…10-Mar]

20 Mineral Water Sub-Standard Brands:

According to Pakistan Council of Research on Water Resources, 20 brands out of 74 mineral water brands are sub standard. It has directed these companies to improve quality according to prescribed standard.

6.8 R.S. Earthquake:

A quake hit Hokkaidoin Japan that damaged few buildings. People also faced aftershock of 6.1 R.S. On 6^th March 2012, 5.1 R.S. quake hit New Delhi. Daily 10 Minutes once again requests American Meteorological Department to explain causes and effects of 6.8 Richter Scale quake. [More…14-Mar]

70 Heroine Capsules in Stomach:

A Pakistani, Bakhtiar Ali, was arrested in Benazir Bhutto International Airport for smuggling heroine to Sharja. D.G. FIA is gathering data for record keeping and further crackdowns. [More…23-Feb]

9000 Syrians Killed:

In skirmishes, innocent people have died in different cities. International community is asking Syrian President Basarul Asad to bring reforms in the state.

99 Vacancies Available:

Readers can find and recommend 72 and 23 job opportunities in Community Appraisal and Motivation Program (CAMP) and Bahria Town respectively. Contact: he@camp.org.pk and d.siddique@bahriatown.com.pk[Report: daily-b-rich.webs.com]

A Criminal Arrested:

Sheikh Tahir was involved in Hajj visa scandal and was arrested by S.P. City Rawalpindi.

Advertising Scenario:

TV commercials of Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) and Polio Eradication Program are running whereas Coca Cola commercial is truly rhythmic. Print ad of Punjab Consumer Protection Council is informative. On 4^thMarch 2012, Daily 10 Minutes declared ECP’s SMS campaign as best communication campaign in Pakistan.

Brand Opportunities for Pakistan:

Tencent, Sina, Baidu, Alibaba, Youku, Tudou, StumbleUpon, Webs, Orchard Bank, Heimat, Man + Hatchet and Nielsen have yet to make mark in the country.

Call of Blind Dolphins:

On 23^rd October 2011, twenty four blind dolphins died of mysterious virus. Blind dolphin is called “Bhalan” in Pakistan. Government of Sindh is requested to share findings of investigation with mainstream media and animal rights activists.

Common Sense Economics:

Dr. Ayub Mehar has written the book “Common Sense Economics” and hopes that it will change thinking pattern. Prof. Haleem Khawaja is against simplification of economic concepts. Daily B-Rich is looking for an ace economist since 3^rd February 2012 for sustained economic development. [Report: ICCI]

Debonair DCO Rawalpindi:

Saqib Zafar is an intelligent officer taking great care in development projects. Lately he ordered to use Satellite Maps to stop deforestation and illegal construction in Murree Hills. Other DCOs in hilly areas must follow Saqib Zafar. Daily 10 Minutes requests him to give time for an interview for our readers.

Facebook Marketing Conference:

It was held in 29^th February 2012 to find out ways to make Facebook future media in the world. It is facing stiff competition from Chinese Weibo. Facebook must hold series of conferences outside America.

Forex Rates:

US Dollar, British Pound and Euro are equal to Pak Rs.91, Rs.142 and Rs.118 respectively.

General Elections Issues:

PML Salim Saifullah Khan and Chairman Mohajir Qaumi Movement Afaq Ahmad want cancellation of arms licenses in Karachi before elections. People want flawless CNIC-based voter lists.

Hamlet and Bakistan:

Sir, I will walk here in the hall, if it pleases his majesty. It is the breathing time of day with me. Let the foils be brought, the gentleman willing, and the king hold his purpose, I will win for him and I can, if not I will gain nothing but my shame and the odd hits. People are resolved to form new provinces; Sareiki, Hazara and Bahawalpur for better education and economic development. [More…14-Mar]

Horn Honking Stats:

With mobile phone Sheik Sajed Imtiaz and Tariq Derya Amish recorded beeps at Dhok Kala Khan, Murree Road and recorded 165 beeps in just 8 minutes. Mostly horn honkers are van and car drivers besides motor cyclists. Rawalpindi Traffic Police is requested to take corrective action.

ICCI Members:

ICCI have asked its members to renew their membership by 31^st March 2012 and give proposals and suggestions for fiscal budget 2012-13.

Insurance Package for Journalists:

Senior Federal Minister Chaudhry Pervez Illahi said that insurance of journalists will be paid from Workers’ Welfare Fund. Journalists will be paid pension. Journalist associations are pleased with the decision, Abdul Khaliq Butt commented.

Jazz SMS Khazana:

It is prize scheme of Mobilink, leading cellular company of Pakistan. Muhammad Irfan Ahmad has won a home in Bahria Town in this scheme.

Kidnapped Amir Malik Recovered:

Amir Malik, son-in-law of former Joint Chief of Staff Committee General Tariq Majeed, was tracked from lawless land after 18 months.

Latest YouTube Movies and Photos:

These can be watched at websites: www.daily10minutes.webs.com and www.daily-b-rich.webs.com.

Leon Panetta Saved in Attack:

U.S. Defense Minister remained save in an attack by Afghan national. Attacker himself died in attack.

Notice to Commercial Banks:

Competitive Commission of Pakistan has served notice to One-Link commercial banks on service charges. People are pleased with the notice.

Presidential Address to Parliament:

President Asif Ali Zardari will address today with members of national assembly and senate. Address will be directly telecast by local and international media.

Rs.25000 Bidding Fee:

Universal Service Fund has asked Rs.25000 (non-refundable) from advertising agencies for preparation advertising campaign. Last date is 10^th April 2012. Executives of advertising agencies, medium and large, are astonished over the bidding fee for 2 years. Daily B-Rich requests USF to cut the bidding fee.

Seven Pillars of State:

These pillars are legislature, executive, judiciary, media, business, academia and civil society. The weakest pillar of Pakistani state is academia i.e. universities not producing result-oriented professionals. Readers are requested to comment. www.daily10minutes.com

Tech Corner:

Interesting stories from around the world can be read at Facebook/Dailytenminutes. Do not forget to read on iPad 3, iPhone 5 and Windows 8, etc.

Twin Sublime Chairmen:

Chairman Islamic Ideology Council, Moulana Sher Muhammad Khan Sherani and Chairman National Vocational and Technical Training Commission Mumtaz Akhtar Kahloon are serving without any salary.

Video Contest by ILO:

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a video contest for young people (from 18 to 29 years) to show how the global jobs crisis is affecting their lives. Three winners will be invited to Geneva (all expenses paid) to attend the ILO Youth Employment Forum, to be held from 23-25 May 2012, where they will have the opportunity to present their videos. Videos must be submitted no later than 10 April 2012 at 23.59 GMT. Contact: youth@ilo.org

Vote for Love Police Campaign:

In Pakistan there is gap between police and citizens that is why crime rate has been increasing in last 5 years. Daily 10 Minutes has been creating awareness about this campaign for last five weeks. Hopefully I.G. Islamabad Police Benyamin Khan and NH&MP Wajid Ali Durrani will support this campaign by developing and distributing plastic badges imprinted with message “I Love Pakistan Police”. Readers can vote online.