August 21, 2020 – Page 2 – BOL News Staging

ENG V PAK, Test 3rd; England elects to bat after winning the toss

August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

England captain Joe Root has won the toss and opted to bat against Pakistan in Southampton. Jofra Archer replaces Sam Curran for England. Teams Pakistan (Playing XI): Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali(c), Babar Azam, Asad Shafiq, Fawad Alam, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Yasir Shah, Mohammad Abbas, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah. England (Playing XI): Rory Burns, Dominic … Read more

Aima Baig’s viral dance video wins fans’ hearts within no time

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Popular singer Aima Baig’s dance video went viral and wins love reacts within no time. Dance moves of singer Aima Baig along with her male friend from a recent wedding is circulating all over social media. Shared by the popular Instagram page, the video shows Aima Baig dancing to the tune of a Bollywood song, … Read more

Naval Chief inaugurates Joint Maritime Information Coordination Center

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi on Friday inaugurated a new setup of the Joint Maritime Information Coordination Center(JMICC) at Karachi. According to the details, the Spokesperson of Pakistan Navy; Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi on Friday inaugurated a new setup of the Joint Maritime Information Coordination Center(JMICC) … Read more

Fahad Mustufa loved watching ‘Churails’, says it is a must watch

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Zindagi’s first original web-series by the critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi titled Churails has been making rounds on social media for its fast-paced storyline, brilliant direction, and a strong narrative.

‘Churails’ revolves a feministic tale of 4 self-proclaimed women who open up an agency to teach cheating and abusive men a much-needed lesson.

However, Famed actor Fahad Mustafa has praised the web-series and recommended all his fans to watch it.

Taking to Twitter, he wrote: “Saw Churails on ZEE5 and loved it. Great performance all around Meherbano, Yasra, Sarwat Gillani, Nimra you guys were fantastic. And off course great direction and very gripping screenplay well done. So if you guys haven’t watched it it’s a must.”

https://www.instagram.com/p/CEHAwlkp8uZ/?utm_source=ig_embed

Earlier, Renowned Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap said he is excited to watch Pakistani series ‘Churails’ which is released on Indian streaming platform Zee5 Global.

However, taking to his Twitter account Anurag wrote, “Had no clue this was directed by @IllicitusProduc.. adding to my watchlist. His first film “Cake” was such a delight.”

Had no clue this was directed by @IllicitusProduc .. adding to my watchlist . His first film “Cake” was such a delight .. https://t.co/4KaEfrFuud

— Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap72) July 31, 2020

Islamabad: Pillion riding to be banned from 8 to 10 Muharram-ul-Haram

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Muharram-ul-Haram moon has been sighted and the 1st of Muharram is on Friday (today). This was announced by Chairman Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman after a meeting in Karachi on Thursday. He said Youm-e-Ashur will be observed on August 30th. In order to avoid peace violation during Ashura days, the district administration has banned pillion riding … Read more

YouTuber Zaid Ali completed 3 years of wedded bliss; wishes wife with an adorable note

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Famed Pakistani-Canadian YouTuber Zaid Ali has celebrated his 3rd wedding anniversary and expressed his extreme love for wife Yumna. As the couple completed three years of wedded bliss, Zaid took to his Instagram and penned a heartfelt wish for his better half. “Today is our 3rd year anniversary. It almost feels as if it was … Read more

Pooja Bhatt turns her Instagram account private after receiving death threats

August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Bollywood actress Pooja Bhatt is decided to turn her Instagram account private after receiving death threats for herself and her family. The actress and filmmaker penned down a lengthy post on her Instagram about death threats she has received. She said that she was suggested to turn off comments instead of making her account private. … Read more

WB President David Malpass warns extreme poverty could rise by 100M

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

World Bank President David Malpass on Thursday warned that the coronavirus pandemic may have led as many as 100 million people back into extreme poverty. Earlier, World Bank had estimated that 60 million people would fall into extreme poverty due to COVID-19, but the new estimate puts the deterioration at 70 to 100 million, and … Read more

TV star Atiqa Odho acquitted in liquor recovery case after nine years

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Justice-awaited, renowned television star Atiqa Odho got acquitted by a civil court in liquor recovery case after nine years.

According to the details, the court ruled that there was no evidence against actress Atiqa Odho.

This was the oldest case in the Rawalpindi civil courts which was pending adjudication, though there have been more than 170 hearings and more than 10 judges have been changed during the trial.

On June 4, 2011, Odho was stopped at Benazir International Airport when two bottles of foreign liquor were allegedly found in her bag while she was checking in for PIA’s Karachi-bound flight PK-301. The liquor was confiscated as per law and she was allowed to go.

At the time, Odho was secretary information of Pervez Musharraf’s All Pakistan Muslim League (APML). Iftikhar Chaudhry, who was CJP back then, took suo motu notice after the electronic media had flashed the news.

He asked the police and Customs officials to clarify why no case had been registered against her. Later, Customs officials sent a lawsuit to the Airport police station, which then registered a case against her under Section 3/4 of the Prohibition Order of 1979.

Three days later, the actress acquired interim bail from the court of Rawalpindi Additional Session Judge Iqbal Chadhar. Subsequently, the court restrained the police from arresting or harassing the artist.

Later, the police recorded her statement under Section 161 of the Court of Criminal Procedure (CRPC) and presented the charge sheet after 14 days due to pressure from the Supreme Court.

Later, after appearing in the case regularly for six months, the artist was then granted immunity from appearing before the court until the final verdict by Chadhar.

Small dams in KP to transform into picnic points

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to transform small dams into picnic points.

In this regard, the government has begun to transform five dams into picnic points for the masses initially. The step is being taken to boost the tourism industry in the country.

According to the details, Kundar Dam in Swabi, Jalozai Dam Nowshera, Thand Dam Kohat, Chattri Dam Haripur and Jhangra Dam Abbottabad are being made as picnic points.

Facilities of parking, restaurants, open cooking, solar system, spot fishing and others will be provided to the visitors at the aforementioned sites.

Earlier on August 19, Prime Minister Imran Khan had chaired a meeting on reviving tourism sector in the country, where it was decided to form a coordination committee and remove all encroachments from tourist spots.

On the other hand, The KP government plans to introduce the longest and highest cable car project in Kumrat Valley of Pakistan.

The KP government has decided to set up a 14-kilometre long cable car project, which will connect scenic tourist resort of Kumrat Valley area of Chitral, at an estimated cost of Rs32 billion.

According to a statement, the decision made in a meeting of the tourism department, chaired by Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and attended by Tourism Secretary Mohammad Abid Majeed and other senior officials.

The meeting gave go-ahead to the department to carry out a detailed feasibility study and engineering design of the project.

However, the CM termed promotion of tourism one of the top priorities of the government.

Dilip Kumar’s brother passes away as he contracted coronavirus

August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Veteran artist Dilip Kumar’s brother Aslam Khan has passed away this morning. Dilip Kumar’s two brothers Ehsaan Khan and Aslam Khan were being treated at a hospital after they were diagnosed with coronavirus. They were taken to the hospital on 16th August, and are in critical condition. Hospital sources have confirmed the death of Dilip’s … Read more

Sheikh Rasheed announces to make international standard universities in RWP

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Interior Minister terms Modi’s UNGA speech as mind-numbing

Federal Minister of Railways Sheikh Rasheed announced to make international standard universities in Rawalpindi. Addressing media on Friday Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed said he is in touch with China to build a railway university, which would be the largest university in Asia. He said previous governments have done nothing to develop the education sector. We are … Read more

Coronavirus: Russia to conduct vaccine trials on 40,000 people

August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Russia has announced that clinical trials of its newly-developed coronavirus vaccine will be started next week. Trials will involve tens of thousands of people. According to the international news agency, Russia’s sovereign wealth fund, which finances the vaccine development, announced in a statement that trials of “immunogenicity and safety of the Sputnik V vaccine” will … Read more

Comedian Sunil Grover expresses his opinion about nepotism in Bollywood

August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Indian comedian and TV actor Sunil Grover, who gained popularity through his role as ‘Gutthi’ in Kapil Sharma show, recently shared his opinion about nepotism. Sunil Grover said in an interview that he had no support system when he entered Mumbai. He was fortunate enough that he did not become a victim of nepotism in … Read more

AC summons Shahbaz Sharif on August 27 in Money Laundering Case

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Shehbaz's interim bail in money laundering case extended till July 23

The accountability court AC has summoned PML-N central president Shahbaz Sharif on August 27 in a money laundering reference. According to the details, the Lahore accountability court has ordered the jail authorities to produce Hamza Shahbaz and other arrested accused at the next hearing. The court also sought clarification from the investigating officer on the … Read more

Anam Tanveer is a true TikTok star; have a look!

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Model-turned-actress Anam Tanveer ranks among the actresses who gained popularity through their skills within very less time. She made her mark in the industry by playing some strong characters. The actress has proven that she can do all types of roles in several dramas. Currently, Anam Tanveer is playing two entirely different types of characters, … Read more

Eng v Pak, 3rd Test; Azhar XI aims to avoid defeat and maintain record

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Pakistan, who haven’t lost a series in the country since the end of 2010, will look to maintain their record as they will encounter host England in the third and final test, starting from Friday. According to the details, Pakistan ended up losing the first Test from a dominant position while the second Test was … Read more

Iran says it detained a UAE ship & its crew after rising tensions

August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Iran claimed on Thursday that it has seized a United Arab Emirates-registered ship violating its territorial waters this week as the UAE killed two Iranian fishermen. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that the UAE ship was seized on Monday as UAE coastguard vessels “opened fire on several Iranian fishing boats … leading to the deaths of … Read more

Few simple ways to avoid your phone’s slowing down speed

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Having a slow speed phone is quite distressful especially when we have something important to do. As smartphones are a basic need in our daily life, with daily usage, phones tend to slow down with time. However, to avoid the annoying situation, here is a list of five tips to boost your phone’s speed. 1. … Read more

“Thousands laid their lives to defend Pakistan”

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Afghan Peace: FM underlines challenges, opportunities following COAS’s Kabul visit

Pakistan Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mahmood Qureshi on account of International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism recalled that Pakistan suffered the most over the last two decades. According to the details, in his special message, Shah Mahmood expressed solidarity with the victims of terrorism and their families. Shah Mahmood Qureshi … Read more

Olympia Valance reveals she is a victim of ‘traumatizing’ cybercrime

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Actress Olympia Valance through her social media revealed that she has been the victim of a cybercrime.

According to the actress, her private pictures were shared online after her phone was hacked in what she described as a “traumatizing” cybercrime.

Valance wrote she had been dealing with the “profound violation” for over a year, which had “pushed her anxiety to a space it’s never been”.

However, taking to Instagram, the Australian actress and model wrote a lengthy note in which she said: “I am writing this as confirmation that I know I have become a victim of cybercrime.”

Valance said: “I have been dealing with this for an over a year now since my phone was compromised by the hacking of private images, which were then published online.

“I have since had to deal with this again recently when new images were recirculated, re-traumatising me and pushing my anxiety into space it has never been. [sic]”

Have a look at her statement:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CEF-FGWpDEW/?utm_source=ig_embed

World’s largest painting hopes to raise $30mn for charity; will be auctioned in Dubai

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

A British artist named Sacha Jafri has taken over the ballroom of Dubai’s Atlantis, The Palm to create the world’s largest painting and in turn, making a record-breaking piece of art ever created on canvas. The artist has been working on the painting for over five months. The artist’s aim was to make a painting … Read more

Taylor Swift donates £23,000 to help student take up degree

August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Singer Taylor Swift has financially supported a University student by donating him £23,000. The London-based student Vitoria Mario was struggling to raise money for a math course at the University of Warwick. She was managing an online fundraising page that details how she managed to live in the UK for four years after moving from Portugal. … Read more

WhatsApp rolls out Advanced Search Mode for its Android beta testers

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

One of the most popular messaging apps, WhatsApp usually rolls out numerous exciting features for the convenience of its users. The messaging app recently rolled out the Advanced Search Mode for its Android beta testers.

The feature has been in the works for the longest time but WhatsApp wants to fix all the bugs before rolling it out officially for all users.

As per Wabetainfo, the Android beta users will have access to WhatsApp version to 2.20.197.7+ on Play Store in order to use the Advanced search mode feature. The feature was earlier rolled out to iOS beta testers and some of the Android beta users.

Some users had complained of not getting the feature even after updating their WhatsApp to the latest version.

“WhatsApp is finally rolling out, for certain beta testers, the Advanced Search Mode! Why certain beta testers? WhatsApp is actually enabling, from server-side, the feature for a few beta testers. This type of activation is partial and very slow: this happens when a company decides to gradually enable a feature to see the effects of it when enabled (crashes, bugs). In these situations it’s better to enable the feature for a few users rather than everyone,” the Wabetainfo report read.

However, the Advance Search Mode let users search for images, videos, files, GIFs, audio, links, etc in the search bar that is provided on the app.

The feature is still being developed by the company and it is being rolled out for testers gradually.

On the other hand, WhatsApp apart from the Advanced Search Mode, has been long-speculated to be working on the multi-device support. As the name suggests, the new feature would let users log in to up to five devices using a single account. For instance, if you want to use WhatsApp on your iPhone and iPad simultaneously, you can do so without logging out from one of the devices.

Furthermore, WhatsApp is also working on backing up the chat history. The feature is still under development and can only be accessed by beta testers.

Parts of Sindh to receive light to heavy showers from today: PMD

August 21, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rains from today (Friday) till Monday in Karachi and other parts of Sindh.

According to PMD, fifth monsoon system will produce widespread rains in the country during the next three days. Karachi is expected to receive more than 100mm rain from today.

The metropolis received light to moderate showers today and tomorrow, said, director Met Office. Other parts of Sindh including, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin, Dadu, Tharparkar, Sanghar, Sukkur, Larkana and others are also expected to rain downpour.

Heavy falls are expected in Lasbella, Khuzdar, Barkhan, Moosa Khel and other areas, said the weather forecast.

The fifth spell of monsoon in Karachi and other parts of southern parts of Sindh, predicted by the weather office from August 14 to 16, was weakened and brought light rainfall and drizzle in the city.

1st Muharram: Yaum-e-Shahadat of Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)

August 21, 2020 by Web Desk

Muslims across the world are observing Yaum-e-Shahadat (the day of martyrdom) of Islam’s second caliph Hazrat Umar Farooq (Radi Allahu ta’ala Anhu) today on 1st Moharram. Hazrat Umar (RA), the son of Al-Khattab, was born in 584- 589 CE. He was one of the most powerful and influential Muslim caliphs in history. He was a … Read more

I will be an ally of the light, not the darkness-Joe Biden

November 2, 2020August 21, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Joe Biden said that US President Donald Trump has “cloaked America in darkness for much too long” as he accepted the Democratic White House nomination. He said that Mr. Trump has unleashed “too much anger, too much fear, too much division”. The former US Vice President said while speaking in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, “Here … Read more

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