JI to hold countrywide protest against inflation: Hafiz Naeem

JI emir announces nationwide strike on April 26 in solidarity with Gaza

KARACHI: Jamaat e Islami (JI) Karachi chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Thursday announced that his party would hold nationwide protest against inflation, Bol News reported. “We want to hold peaceful protest so that people’s anger doesn’t come out,” Hafiz Naeem said addressing a press conference in Karachi. He asked why the International Monetary Fund … Read more

US Secretary Blinken congratulates Anwaar Kakar

Anotny Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony John Blinken has congratulated Anwaar Kakar on assuming the office of caretaker prime minister of Pakistan, Bol News reported. “Congratulations to new Pakistan Interim Prime Minister @anwaar_kakar. As Pakistan prepares for free and fair elections, in accordance with its constitution and the rights to freedom of speech and assembly, we … Read more

Caretaker PM vows to facilitate free, fair elections

Caretaker PM vows to facilitate free, fair elections

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday said the caretaker government would assiduously work to facilitate a free and fair election in the country. In a tweet, he thanked the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his good wishes. The caretaker prime minister said the government placed importance on partnership with the United States … Read more

Blinken expresses United States’ support for Pakistan’s economic success

Antony Blinken

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed his country’s strong support for Pakistan’s economic success. In a statement, he extended his wishes to the people of Pakistan on the Independence Day. He said the United States values its 76-year-old relationship with Pakistan. Antony Blinken said we look forward to deepening the U.S.-Pakistan partnership … Read more

Islamabad to continue to support Kashmiris’ struggle for self-determination: Munir Akram

UN Ambassador Munir Akram

Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Munir Akram has vowed that Islamabad will continue to extend support to the Kashmiris’ struggle for their right to self-determination and freedom from India. In a message to the UN community on Independence Day, he said we will continue to raise Kashmir’s call for liberation at the United … Read more

UAE Ambassador felicitates Pakistan on ‘Independence Day’

UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi

ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi on Monday felicitated Pakistan on 76th Independence Day. In his message issued here, he said, “In my 7th year in this beautiful country, it gives me great privilege to be celebrating with my Pakistani Brothers and Sisters, Pakistan … Read more

Senate approves resignation of Caretaker PM Awarul Haq

Caretaker PM

ISLAMABAD: The Senate on Monday approved resignation of Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar from the seat of Senate, Bol News reported. The Senate Secretariat has issued a notification in this regard. A day ago, the caretaker prime minister had announced his resignation from the senatorship and the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP). Although it was … Read more

Weather Update Pakistan: Rain-wind, thundershower expected in most parts of country

Weather Update Karachi

Rain-wind/thundershower is expected in Upper Punjab, Pothohar region, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir during the next twelve hours. Heavy rainfalls may also occur at isolated places in northeast Punjab, Pothohar region and Kashmir during the period. Hot and humid weather is expected in other parts of the country. Temperature of some major cities … Read more

CJCsSC, services chiefs, armed forces congratulate nation on 76th Independence Day

Pakistan Armed Forces: ISPR

Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCsSC), Services Chiefs and Armed Forces of Pakistan extend their heartfelt congratulations to the nation on 76th Independence Day of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Bol News reported. “This day reminds us of the vision, fortitude and countless sacrifices which our ancestors offered, to realise our elders and great Quaid’s … Read more

PAF greets nation on Independence Day

PAF greets nation

KARACHI: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has greeted the entire nation of Pakistan on the occasion of Pakistan Independence Day. The PAF spokesperson said the journey of increasing operational capabilities, innovation and independence of Pakistan Air Force was also an important feature of the special message. “The message also reiterated the commitment that the Pakistan … Read more

10 terrorists attack army convoy in Gwadar: ISPR

North Waziristan

RAWALPINDI: At least 10 terrorists attacked an army convoy Sunday morning in Gwadar, Bol News reported. The media wing of armed forces, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the terrorists assailed the army convoy with light arms and grenades. The ISPR said military forces responded promptly and effectively. “In the retaliatory action, two terrorists were … Read more

Azadi Parade to be held at Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul tonight

Azadi Parade to be held at Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul tonight

In connection with the 77th Independence Day celebrations, Azadi Parade will be held at Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul tonight. Chief of Army Staff, General Syed Asim Munir will be the Chief Guest on this occasion. The cadets will present a spectacular display of drill parade while a special tribute will be paid to the … Read more

Section 144 imposed within 5km radius of Noor Khan Airbase, Islamabad airport

Islamabad Airport

ISLAMABAD: The local authorities on Sunday imposed section 144 within 5 km radius of Noor Khan Airbase and New Islamabad International Airport, Bol News reported. The authorities said the section would remain applicable till August 15. During this time, flying of pigeon, kite and drone as well as use of laser light is prohibited. Rawalpindi … Read more

Islamabad police chalk out security, traffic plan for Independence Day

Islamabad Police

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad police have chalked out a comprehensive security and traffic plan on the occasion of independence day (August 14) and decided to deploy security personnel at important installations as well as public places too. A source said that Police, with the help of sniffer dogs and security equipment, will comb the green areas of … Read more

Founding member Munaza parts ways with PTI

PTI Founding member Munaza Hassan

The founding member of the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) Munaza Hassan on Sunday announced to part ways with the PTI, Bol News reported. Former MNA Munaza is expected to join Istehkam e Pakistan Party after arrival to home from abroad. In a video message, she condemned the incidents of May 9. “Whatever happened on … Read more

Hot, humid weather expected in most parts of country

Meteorological Department Karachi

Hot and humid weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. However, rain-wind/thundershower is expected in northeast Punjab, Pothohar region, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir. Heavyfalls may also occur at isolated places in northeast Punjab, Pothohar region and Kashmir during the period. Temperature of some major … Read more