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KARACHI: Parts of Karachi received light showers on Thursday night, ARY News reported.  As per details, the rain was reported in Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Quaidabad, Malir, Bin Qasim, Korangi, Airport, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, and other parts of the city. The weather has turned pleasant after the showers. Earlier, the Pakistan Meteorological Department Director General (DG) Sardar Sarfaraz said that Karachi may receive more than 100mm of rainfall on the evening of July 2. In a statement, the chief meteorologist said that moist currents from Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are likely to hit the upper parts of the country today, adding that the monsoon system will enter Sindh on July 2. The chief meteorologist warned that prior to rain strong winds may blow at speeds of up to 81km per hour. “More than 100mm of rain expected in Karachi under monsoon system on Saturday evening,” he said. Under the influence of this weather system, widespread rain with windstorm or thunder showers are likely to occu

The government on Thursday announced a hike of Rs14.85 per litre in the price of petrol, the fourth such raise in the last 35 days, taking the cumulative amount of all hikes since May 26 to nearly Rs100. According to a notification issued by the Finance Division, petrol will now be priced at Rs248.74 after the latest hike, followed by high speed diesel at Rs276.54, kerosene oil at Rs230.26 and light diesel at Rs226.15. The new prices will come into effect from midnight tonight. The notification said in view of the fluctuations in prices in the international market and exchange rate variation, "the government has decided to partially apply the petroleum levy and revise the existing prices of petroleum products as agreed with the development partners." As per the notification, Rs10 petroleum levy has been applied on petrol and Rs5 each on high speed diesel, kerosene oil and light diesel. 'No taxes imposed': Miftah Addressing a press conference in Islamabad soon a

KARACHI: Sindh Information and Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Thursday announced that Peoples Bus Service buses will begin commuting on its second route in Karachi on July 1 from Indus Hospital, Korangi Crossing, to North Karachi. In a tweet, Sharjeel Memon said the buses will ply via Nagan Chowrangi, Shafiq Morr, Sohrab Goth, Gulshan […] The post Peoples Bus Service buses to start commuting on second route tomorrow appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/9dKPgDZ https://ift.tt/zosiDej

Chris Pratt is never referred to as “Chris.” His friends and family either call him “CP” or “Pratt” Chris pratt confessed all this On SiriusXM’s Pop Culture Spotlight with Jessica Shaw earlier this week On SiriusXM’s Pop Culture Spotlight with Jessica Shaw earlier this week, the 43-year-old actor claimed that his closest friends and family […] The post Chris Pratt shares what everyone refers to him as appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/KldUIeN https://ift.tt/SiF9olD

ISLAMABAD: The textile industry will come to a halt from July 1 to 8 due to the prolonged suspension of gas supply, ARY News reported on Thursday. The suspension of gas supply will primarily affect the industries in Punjab as 70 per cent of textile mills are located there. The shortage of gas supply has already reduced the textile production up to 30 per cent, whereas, the latest suspension will reduce their output up to 50 per cent. The interrupted gas supply to the industries has been affecting the exports that will impact the achievement of $26 billion target for the next fiscal year besides increasing unemployment. Sources told ARY News that the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) apprised the textile mills about the gas supply suspension receiving gas supplies from the captive power plants. Sources added that the decision for suspending the gas supply was taken to continue uninterrupted supplies to the power and fertiliser sectors. All Pakistan Textile Mills Associat

DUBAI: Talented expatriates living and working in Oman can very soon apply for a long-term residence visa, the state news agency said. The development was announced by Khalid Al Shuaibi – head of the National Programme for Investment and Export Development. Speaking during a presentation on the 2021 annual report of the Oman Vision 2040, Khalid Al Shuaibi confirmed that the country is considering expanding the investor residence programme to include the categories of creators and innovators. “After implementing the first phase of the programme, we discovered that there is an increasing demand from other potential categories of some innovators and important segments of the economy that we are seeking,” Al Shuaibi said. He clarified that a proposal has been submitted to the Council of Ministers that includes new target groups, and it will be announced as soon as the proposal for the second phase of the residency programme is approved. “The new categories proposed in the second phas

Celebrities frequently test their physical boundaries on Khatron Ke Khiladi. Both this season and in previous ones, many candidates have been hurt or have wounds as a result of them. Contestant Rajiv Adatia sprained his leg, and none other than his friend and fellow competitor Pratik Sehajpal tweeted a video of the incident. Celebrities frequently […] The post Rajiv Adatia hurts his leg in Khatron Ke Khiladi 12 while doing a stunt appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/oAH4yeL https://ift.tt/N1lqrds

SRINAGAR: The Indian troops in their fresh act of state terrorism martyred two youth in Kulgam district of the Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) on Wednesday, Kashmir Media Service (KMS) reported. The youth were martyred by the troops during a cordon and search in the Nawapora area of the district. The operation was underway till the last reports came in. Moreover, Indian police arrested a youth in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district today. The police arrested the youth, Mehboobul Inam, at a checkpoint in the Papchan area of the district. The police dubbed the youth as a member of the freedom fighters to justify his illegal detention. from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/YV8kNGp https://ift.tt/cJWUbtd

Delegates from across Afghanistan arrived in capital Kabul on Wednesday for a conference of religious scholars that is set to discuss important issues. Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid told a news conference in Kabul that about 3,000 scholars, tribal elders and influential figures will attend the grand moot on Thursday. Mujahid said that several committees were formed for arrangements and a declaration would be announced at the end of the meeting that could last for three days. An invitee told Dawn.com that the participants will speak about all important issues, including the reopening of girls’ schools above sixth grade, inclusivity of the Taliban setup and respect for human rights. The Taliban have not yet opened girls’ high schools despite their earlier announcement to do so, which has evoked criticism in and outside of Afghanistan. First Deputy Prime Minister Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar visited the “Loya Jirga Hall” and instructed officials to take measures for

In the Nitesh Tiwari directed film Bawaal, Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor will be seen together for the first time. The on-screen couple has already begun filming. Varun recently discussed how she assisted him when he was ill. In the Nitesh Tiwari directed film Bawaal, Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor will be seen together for […] The post Varun Dhawan describes Bawaal actor Janhvi Kapoor as ‘patakha’ appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/DJp4fUX https://ift.tt/uEf268p

ISLAMABAD: The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has asked its employees to work from home amid the energy crisis, ARY News reported on Wednesday. According to details, the National Bank of Pakistan has directed the employees, except key staff or working in branches, to work from home to conserve energy. In a statement, NBP President said that the staff in head office will work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, while the regional staff will be performing remote services on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Acting NBP President further directed that the offices, including branches, may close all of their premises at 7pm or earlier, while electrically illuminated signboards of branches and other offices will remain switched off at all times. The government’s drive began in the wake of falling foreign exchange reserves and high prices of petroleum products in the international market. Market timings have also been reduced to save energy. Earlier on June 21, the Sindh government decided

Rights activists and journalists on Tuesday condemned the “arbitrary” and “unlawful” arrest of the co-founder of a top fact-checking website in India who has been a vocal critic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Mohammed Zubair was detained on Monday after being questioned by police, before a Delhi court ordered he be held for four more days for further interrogation. Zubair had played a role in drawing attention to incendiary remarks about Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) recently made by a spokesperson for Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that sparked widespread protests across the Islamic world. Amnesty International said India was “targeting” Zubair for his “crucial work” combating disinformation and calling out discrimination against minorities. Amnesty's India board chair Aakar Patel said the arrest “shows the dangers facing human rights defenders in India have reached a crisis point”. Pratik Sinha, who runs the Alt News website together with Zubair,

Samsung Galaxy XCover6 Pro Price in Pakistan Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Expected Price to Start RS33260 to RS49890 – The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 6 Pro set to launched in India on July 13, 2022 (Unofficial). The Galaxy XCover6 Pro will include 6.56-inch display on the front with a water drop notch and a hardened […] The post Samsung Galaxy XCover6 Pro Price in Pakistan (Expected) appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/yCnYqbE https://ift.tt/rDp0VNY

  Scott Disick was recently sorrounded by rumours about dating Kimberly Stewart Turns out the star does not appear to found his lady love yet The insider revealed There is no attraction between Scott and Kimberly and Scott looks at Kimberly like a sister   Scott Disick was recently surrounded by rumours surrounding his rumoured […] The post The truth about Scott Disick’s rumoured romance with Kimberly Stewart appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/DYOglJC https://ift.tt/UaxGfFu

Legislation aims to provide preteens and teenagers with more sleep to promote their health and development. The bill will also allow people to request a judge to seize ghost guns from someone they deem to be a danger to themselves. California is one of ten states to regulate the weapons. As of July 1, these […] The post As of July 1, these California laws are in force appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/TNRVM42 https://ift.tt/6EWRGKr

Rakhul Preet Singh recently became popular for her incredible dance routines to the viral music Pasoori. On Friday, the Runway 34 star took to Instagram to share a video of herself dancing to the famous song by Ali Sethi and Shae Gill. In the video, the Attack star can be seen wearing a black traditional […] The post Rakul Preet sings Pasoori by Ali Sethi and Shae Gill: Video appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/gDxhzkB https://ift.tt/b1ptHLV

Awanish Sharan, an IAS officer, posted a video of a son granting his mother’s final desire. She wanted to witness her son’s graduation, and he made sure she did. Even though she was in the hospital. We have a film with us if you’re seeking for something mushy and sentimental; it will even even the […] The post You’ll cry watching this video of a son fulfilling his mother’s final wish appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/PCkI3BJ https://ift.tt/okES32F

MAKKAH: Five Pakistani pilgrims, who had reached to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage, die in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), ARY News reported while quoting Hajj Mission sources. According to mission sources, the deceased include four men and a woman. Three of the pilgrims died in Makkah and the other two died in Madinah, the sources added. The deceased pilgrims were identified as Fazal Ali, Hafiz Mohammad Siddique, Syed Khair Mohammad, Najam Al-Nisa and Allah Uddin. Sources told ARY News that all the five pilgrims died at different times and were buried in the local cemetery in Makkah and Madina after the funeral prayers. It is pertinent to mention here that over 42,000 Pakistani pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage since the start of a special flight operation on June 6. Pakistan has been allotted a quota of 81,132 pilgrims for this year’s Hajj, with 32,000 people using a government scheme and 48,000 travelling through private operators.

LAHORE: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) Punjab has rejected the allegations of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) central leader Dr Yasmin Rashid and clarified that no changes were made to electoral lists after the unveiling of election schedule, ARY News reported on Monday. The provincial election commissioner said in a statement that there were no changes made to electoral rolls after the announcement of the election schedule. He said that the credentials of voters will be updated after July 1 at 8300. He further said that the commission has taken notice of the firing incident in PP-167 constituency and the next hearing was scheduled on July 7. Strictest action will be taken against the responsible persons, he added. READ: PP-167 LAHORE: POLICE RAID PTI CENTRAL OFFICE The EC Punjab said that they will ensure the organisation of fair and free polls. On June 19, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sultan Sikandar Raja had taken notice of the violence in the PP-167 constituen

A bride was reduced to tears when her brother brought a life-sized wax statue of her late father during the wedding and its video is going viral.  The viral video on Instagram showed the bride and her mother crying when her brother Avula Phani bought the statue of the family man who died of coronavirus. Many wedding guests could not hold back their tears as well. She realizes that her father attended the happy occasion even though it was not in his flesh. She beamingly embraced “him” and kissed it on the cheek.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀 | 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗱𝘆 (@naughtyworld_) The clip has millions of likes on the visual-sharing social media platform. Netizens came up with heartwarming comments. They showered love for the bond between the brother and his sister. Read More – Bride drops dead of a heart attack at her wedding in India “That’s how a brother loves to his sister… The bond between them is sp

PARIS: French people should start wearing masks again in crowded areas, especially in public transport, as France has to deal with a new wave of COVID-19 infections fuelled by new variants of the disease, Health Minister Brigitte Bourguignon said on Monday. “I’m not saying it should be mandatory but I do ask the French people to put the mask on in public transport,” she told an international news channel, adding it was a “civic duty” to do so. He further said, “I’m not merely advising it, I’m asking for it,” adding face masks should also be worn again in other closed areas, such as workplaces or shops. France reported new 17,601 coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours, the highest figure for a Monday since April 18. Five days ago, French vaccination chief Alain Fischer confirmed the country was in the midst of a new COVID-19 wave, like other European countries, adding then he was personally in favour of reinstating mandatory face mask wearing on public transport. read more

Iran and the United States plan to resume indirect talks this week in Qatar, in a fresh bid to revive the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, both sides said Monday. The talks will be separate from broader EU-mediated negotiations in Vienna between Iran and major powers, the bloc's top diplomat Josep Borrell said Saturday in Tehran. The nuclear deal has been hanging by a thread since 2018, when then US president Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew from it and began reimposing harsh economic sanctions on America's arch enemy. US President Joe Biden's administration has sought to return to the agreement, saying it would be the best path ahead with the Islamic republic, although it has voiced growing pessimism in recent weeks. Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said Monday the talks would focus on the lifting of US sanctions and be held “in a Persian Gulf country in the coming days, later this week”. The US State Department said the talks would take place in Qat

The petitioner’s counsel argued that the former CM was entitled to perks and privileges under section 21-A of the Punjab Ministers (Salaries, Allowances and Privileges) Act 1975. He said despite a requisition given to the government, the petitioner had been treated in a discriminatory manner. On June 24, former Punjab CM Usman Buzdar had again […] The post LHC issues notice to Punjab govt on Buzdar’s petition seeking perks, security appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/Cg3nUv6 https://ift.tt/N8xQeoH

ISLAMABAD: The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved 19 development projects costing 142.3 billion rupees. Its meeting was held in Islamabad on Monday with Secretary, Planning Development and Special Initiatives Syed Zafar Ali Shah in the chair, reported Radio Pakistan. The meeting approved the construction of a 132KV transmission line from Jiwani to Gwadar at a cost of over 2.3 billion rupees. It also approved over three billion rupees to accelerate the response to AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Other projects that got the CDWP nod include the establishment of the National Cyber Security Academy at the cost of 600 million rupees, the Centre for Advanced Studies in Physics at Government College University, Lahore costing 699.85 million rupees, and the establishment of the University of North Waziristan Tribal District, costing two billion rupees. Read more: Gas, oil reserves found in Bannu West block The CDWP also granted approval for strengthening Khan Bahadar C

An eerie creature was discovered at Bennar beach close to Dyffryn Ardudwy in Wales and is reminding viewers of a monster on Netflix’s supernatural show Stranger Things . A woman named Shell Longmore discovered the creature. She posted pictures of the creature which resembles that in Stranger Things for the netizens to help her identify it.  “I thought I had seen all the local wildlife until I found this – it was a massive shock! It was a strange-looking creature but also very beautiful,” she wrote. Marine experts identified the “alien” creature flock of Gooseneck barnacles. The creatures are filter-feeding crustaceans that live on hard surfaces of rocks. It is considered an expensive delicacy named Percebes also.   Related – Stranger Things: David Harbour calls season finale ‘a masterpiece’ According to reports, its export price can touch £300 per kilogram. They can be caught from rocks and crevices under the water. Earlier, a picture of a bizarre sea creature with a fish hea

Ecuador’s National Assembly will vote on whether to remove President Guillermo Lasso. Opposition lawmakers want him removed over his role in nationwide protests against rising fuel and living costs. Five people have been killed and dozens injured in 13 days of unrest. Lasso lifted a state of emergency. Ecuador’s National Assembly suspended a no-confidence vote […] The post No-confidence vote for Ecuador leader over nationwide protests suspended appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/r1MWJuA https://ift.tt/Fy6ZH1X

KHAIRPUR: During Sindh local government (LG) polls, Pakistan People’s Party has faced defeat in Kot Diji, the native area of PPP senior leader Manzoor Wassan, ARY News reported on Sunday. The dream of PPP’s Manzoor Wassan has shattered after his political party faced defeat in his native area Kot Diji against the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA). The GDA succeeded to get a majority in the town committee elections as the political alliance won five out of nine seats. The ruling PPP lost the LG polls in its stronghold. Wassan had earlier predicted that PPP will win seven out of nine seats. READ: JUI-F SAYS ECP FAILED IN HOLDING PEACEFUL LG POLLS IN SINDH Polling in the 14 districts of Sindh for local government (LG) in the first phase has ended at 5:00 pm today and the counting of votes is currently underway. The polling began at 8 am and continued until 5 pm without any break. According to the ECP, the voters who are inside the polling stations can cast their votes. Polling was h

Two died and at least a dozen were injured as violence — including firing and scuffles — marred the first phase of local bodies elections in Sindh on Sunday. The voting process began at 8pm and concluded at 5pm. However, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) said it would extend the timing at polling stations where the voting process was suspended during the originally designated hours. According to unofficial and unconfirmed results so far, the PPP has emerged victorious in 10 wards. The polls were held in 14 districts of Sukkur, Larkana, Shaheed Benazirabad and Mirpurkhas division. Ghotki, Sukkur, Khairpur, Larkana, Qambar-Shahdadkot, Kashmore-Kandhkot, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Naushahro Feroze, Shaheed Benazirabad, Sanghar, Mirpurkhas, Umarkot and Tharparkar were among the districts. Voting will take place in Hyderabad division — part of lower Sindh — along with provincial metropolis Karachi in the second phase on July 24. Hyderabad division has nine districts. Given the grass

Wearing masks has again been made mandatory for domestic flights with immediate effect amid a rise in Covid-19 cases in the country, according to a notification from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The CAA directed all concerned quarters to ensure compliance with the new order, but added that the other Covid-19 guidelines on domestic air travel remained unchanged. Earlier today, Pakistan reported more than 400 coronavirus cases for a second consecutive day as Karachi's positivity rate was recorded at 21.71 per cent — the highest in the country. Data released by the National Institute of Health (NIH) showed that 406 Covid-19 cases were reported across the country during the last 24 hours. A day earlier, 435 cases were reported — the highest number since March 22. According to the NIH, 14,437 tests were conducted during the last 24 hours. The positivity rate was recorded as 2.81pc while two more deaths were also reported. In addition, 94 patients were in critical care, up fr

A video of a news channel teaching viewers how to steal fuel from cars is going viral across social media platforms.  In the segment, the reporter explained how the technique can be mastered. “It’s not something terribly complicated… you don’t even need a special tube, even a hose for balconies will do,” the station’s reporter Costas Stamou said during ERT’s morning news programme Syndeseis on Wednesday. After demonstrating the method, a car repairman then points out where a car’s fuel tank can alternatively be pierced to steal the contents. “Are you guys in your right mind? Giving people tips on stealing gasoline?” commented one user on Twitter. “After the tutorial on two ways to easily steal gasoline, ERT is now preparing new how-to’s on how to open locks and steal wallets,” jibed another. The now viral video mixed by Greek satirical website Luben had been viewed over 170,000 times by Thursday. Another 32,500 saw the original segment on Twitter. Related – VIRAL: Thieves stea

HAFIZABAD: Punjab policemen have stolen the cellphone of a sleeping citizen in Hafizabad which was caught on camera, ARY News reported on Saturday. A police patrol team has stolen the cellphone of a sleeping man and their theft was caught on a CCTV camera. The citizen lodged a complaint to seek action against the accused cops namely Abu Bakr and Umar. He said that the said policemen had also subjected him to torture when he asked them to return his cellphone. from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/QeA3vyj https://ift.tt/qaHmV0Z

Norwegian police have arrested a man suspected of "terrorism" after two people were killed and 21 wounded in shootings near a gay bar in the capital Oslo on Saturday, causing the city's Pride march to be cancelled. The suspect, who was already known to the anti-terrorism services, was arrested quickly after the shooting started around 1am in central Oslo. Norway's domestic intelligence service PST, which is responsible for counter-terrorism, said it was treating the attack as an act of 'Islamist terrorism'. The suspect "has a long history of violence and threats", PST's chief Roger Berg said. The suspect had been on the PST's radar "since 2015 in connection with concerns about his radicalisation" and membership "in an extremist network", Berg told a press conference. Intelligence services spoke to the suspect last month, but did not consider him to have "violent intentions", Berg said. He added that the PST

LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain has rejected the allegations levelled by his younger brother Chaudhry Wajahat Hussain against him and his sons for allegedly selling votes to support the coalition government. In a series of tweets, Chaudhry Shujaat pointed out that his younger brother while talking to “some people” in Gujrat […] The post Chaudhry Shujaat responds to brother’s accusations of supporting govt appeared first on BOL News . from BOL News https://ift.tt/WQVRneu https://ift.tt/gINfXwq

ISLAMABAD: Former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has urged the citizens to vote for his party’s candidates in Sindh local government (LG) elections and eliminate ‘Zardari mafia’, ARY News reported. Taking to Twitter, the former premier noted that the local body elections will be held today (Sunday) in four districts of Sindh. “Despite Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) terrorising our candidates [and] not following [Supreme Court] orders to devolve authority to local [representatives] under [Article] 140A, we are taking part in the elections,” he wrote. LBEs are to be held in 4 divs of Sindh. Despite PPP terrorising our candidates & not following SC orders to devolve authority to local reps under Art 140A, we are taking part in the elections. I ask people of Sindh to vote for PTI candidates & eliminate the #ZardariMafia — Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) June 25, 2022 The PTI Chairman has urged the citizens to vote for the party’s candidat