April 23, 2024 – BOL News Staging

Dr. Jamileh calls for role of Muslim women for promotion of Islamic culture

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

KARACHI: Dr. Jamileh Alamolhoda, spouse of Iranian president on Tuesday urged the Muslim women of the world, especially, those wear Hijab to play their role for promotion of Islamic culture across the globe. She was sharing her views as chief guest in a seminar on the “Role of Muslim Women in the Emerging Muslim Civilisation”, … Read more

Power sector reforms to be implemented after approval: Leghari

April 24, 2024April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: A delegation of Pakistan Business Council called on Minister for Power Division Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari.

Challenges confronted to Industrial sectors of the country came under discussion during the meeting.

During the meeting, the delegation highlighted issues affecting the industries and presented recommendations to improve the power sector.

Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said the recommendations presented by the Pakistan Business Council have already been included in the ongoing reform agenda of the power sector.

He said the power sector reforms would be implemented with a clear timeline after approval from the Prime Minister.

The reforms would promote favorable environment for industrial growth in Pakistan.

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IHC full court unanimously decides to give ‘institutional response’ to interfering in court affairs’

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, a full court of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday reportedly reached a unanimous decision to give an “institutional response” to any interference in the court’s affairs, according to reliable sources. The full court meeting of the IHC, chaired by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq, convened today to finalize recommendations … Read more

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi awarded honorary degree of doctorate in philosophy by KU

April 24, 2024April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori on Tuesday awarded an honorary degree of doctorate in philosophy (PhD) to Iran President Ebrahim Raisi.

KARACHI: The President of Iran Dr. Ebrahim Raisi reached Karachi along with his delegations on the last leg of his tour of Pakistan. The visiting President was accorded warm welcome at the airport by Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and other dignitaries. President Asif Ali Zardari’s daughter, First Lady … Read more

PM directs to suspend Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue, officials

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif took notice of the “willful” delay in tax cases and ordered for suspension of Commissioner Inland Revenue Islamabad and other relevant officials.

While issuing a directive for the suspension of all the relevant officials, the prime minister also asked for initiating an inquiry against them.

Soon after assuming the office, the prime minister had directed for immediate reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and decided to oversee the process himself.

As per details, billions of rupees’ cases related to government revenues have been pending for adjudication in the Tax Tribunals.

The prime minister had requested the Chief Justice of Pakistan for the early disposal of such cases.

Recently, the prime minister took a notice of one of these pending cases in which an FBR counsel had sought adjournment and directed the relevant authorities to inquire into the matter.

The prime minister observed that the national exchequer had been suffering due to the pendency of such cases involving worth billions of rupees tax matters.

Shehbaz Sharif made it clear that he would not tolerate any kind of lethargy in pursuance of such legal matters, and under his pledge with the nation, would continue monitoring the tax reforms.

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CPEC-II: an opportunity for private sectors to form joint ventures, says PM

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

CPEC-II, an opportunity for private sectors to form joint ventures: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said the 2nd phase of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC-II) offered an opportunity to the private sectors of both countries to form joint ventures. He underscored that CPEC had contributed to Pakistan’s socio-economic development as well as the progress and prosperity of the peoples of two countries. He … Read more

Aurangzeb, Chairman Anjuman-e-Tajran discuss issues of business community

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday met with Chairman Supreme Council All Pakistan Anjuman-e-Tajran Naeem Mir and discussed relevant issues regarding business community and economic policies. The meeting was also attended by Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), said a news release. During the meeting, the minister appreciated the valuable … Read more

Pakistan not to surrender its water rights, says Azam Tarar

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar firmly stated before the National Assembly on Tuesday that the government remained resolute in not relinquishing its water rights, emphasizing that any alteration to the Indus Water Treaty necessitated mutual consent from both Pakistan and India. Addressing a Calling Attention Notice in the House, he underscored … Read more

PTI leader Azam Swati gets bail

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: A local court on Tuesday confirmed the bail of Pakistan Tehreek Insaf’s leader Azam Khan Swati in a case pertaining to violation of section-144.

A district and session judge Islamabad heard the case and approved the bail of accused against surety bonds worth Rs 5,000.

During hearing, the defence lawyer Ali Bokhari Advocate said that his client was arrested in this case and very next day he was granted post arrest bail. But the same was cancelled due to his non appearance and then he was declared absconder, he added.

After hearing arguments, the court confirmed the bail.

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Closure of roads in Karachi causes worst traffic jam

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zahid

KARACHI: Multiple road on Tuesday remained closed until 7 pm due to the visit of Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi to the port city, causing the worst traffic jam. The traffic flow on adjoining roads of Shahrah-e-Faisal remained suspended for many hours and commuters worst suffered. Additionally, mobile phone services experienced disruptions in certain areas … Read more

Punjab Registered 100,000+ Students Using the e-Bike Portal

April 23, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) has created the e-Bikes Portal for a government program offering 20,000 interest-free motorcycles to students in Punjab. Over 100,000 students have already registered through this portal. Students from all over Punjab are using the e-Bikes Portal to sign up for the initiative. More than 16,000 online applications have been … Read more

President Raisi arrives in Karachi on third leg of official visit

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: President of Iran Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi along with his delegation arrived in Karachi on the third leg of his three-day official visit to Pakistan.

Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah, Governor Kamran Tessori and others welcomed the Iranian president and other members of the visiting delegation at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi.

President Asif Ali Zardari’s daughter, First Lady Aseefa Bhutto, was also present at the airport to welcome the visiting dignitaries.

Strict security arrangements were made at the airport and its surrounding areas to avoid any untoward incident.

Later, Iranian President Raisi visited Quaid’s mausoleum and paid his respects to the founder of Pakistan.

The Iranian president will also meet the provincial cabinet. In recognition of his services the University of Karachi will confer an honorary PhD degree on the Iranian president.

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Chairman JCSC confers civil awards to eminent scientists, engineers

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, on behalf of the President of Pakistan, conferred civil awards on eminent scientists and engineers from strategic organizations for their meritorious services at the Investiture Ceremony held here on Tuesday at Chaklala Garrison.

A total of 35 awardees were conferred with the awards, whereas seven officers were awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz, 15 officers were awarded President’s Award for Pride of Performance and 13 officers were awarded Tamgha-i-Imtiaz.

The Chairman JCSC lauded the services of the scientists and engineers; hailing them as the nation’s unseen heroes. While addressing the awardees, the CJCSC said, “You, all, have selflessly contributed towards strengthening the foundations of a resilient nation; and for that, we are forever indebted to you.”

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How to Download Songs from Spotify: Details Inside!

April 23, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

For music enthusiasts who want to enjoy their favorite tunes without internet access, downloading songs from Spotify can be really helpful, especially when traveling or conserving data. Here’s a simple guide on how to download music from Spotify so you can listen to your collection offline. Step 1: Get a Premium Account First, you’ll need … Read more

Roblox Adventure Piece Codes for April 2024

April 23, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

As you sail between islands, complete your goals to improve your weapon, fruit, and battle-style skills. Once you’ve accepted the eradication mission and chosen your spawn location, use these codes to enhance your Adventure Pieces experience and earn more rewards. Afterward, claim the free Spin to gain racing powers that match your fighting style. Don’t … Read more

Punjab Bike Scheme Due Date: April 29. Apply now!

April 23, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

The Punjab government is giving students a special chance to get electric or petrol bikes through the Punjab Chief Minister’s program. Hurry, because the deadline to apply is April 29! Here are the benefits: Less pollution Empowerment for students Fewer road accidents There will be 20,000 bikes given out through a random draw (19,000 petrol … Read more

BSEK Sets a New Deadline for 2024 Examination Forms

April 23, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

(BSEK) extends the deadline for 2024 annual examination forms due to a city-wide holiday. The new deadline set by BSEK Chairman Syed Sharaf Ali Shah is April 24. The extension covers annual examination forms, enrollment forms, and registration forms. In a recent update, Karachi’s Board of Secondary Education (BSEK) has extended the deadline for the … Read more

Weather Update: Rain decreases temperatures in Lahore, parts of Punjab

April 23, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

Rains, gusty winds predicted in Lahore, Punjab

In the past day, parts of Punjab, including Lahore, saw rainfall which made the weather nicer by cooling things down. It started with strong winds at night followed by intermittent rain until morning. This rain lowered both the high and low temperatures in Lahore and other places in Punjab. Here are the rainfall amounts in … Read more

Pakistan Weather Update: Heavy Rain & Thunderstorms Expected

April 23, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

PMD warns of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms nationwide from April 23 to 29. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan will also experience heavy rainfall and hail during this period. Flooding is likely in areas near rivers, and landslides are a risk in mountainous regions. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast warning, indicating heavy … Read more

UNDP launches Pakistan National Human Development Report 2023/2024 on Digital Transformation for Development

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s first-ever Digital Development Index (DDI) measures digital development progress across Pakistan’s provinces and districts, placing the country in the ‘moderate’ digital development category with a cumulative DDI of 0.205, in the Pakistan National Human Development Report (NHDR) 2023/2024 ‘Doing Digital for Development: Access, Adopt, Anticipate, Accelerate’ launched here today. The Report shows a … Read more

Punjab Launches ‘Apni Chat, Apna Ghar’ Housing Project for low-income Families

April 23, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Punjab launches the ‘Apni Chat, Apna Ghar’ housing project for low-income families. The project offers a unique payment plan with monthly installments. It targets six major cities in Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Multan, and Sargodha. The Punjab government has unveiled a bold initiative, the ‘Apni Chat, Apna Ghar’ housing project, with the goal … Read more

LESCO, FIA settle matter related to overbilling

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

LAHORE: The overbilling matter between Lahore Electric Supply Company(LESCO) and the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has been settled.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) LESCO Shahid Haider and Director FIA Sarfaraz Khan Virk resolved the matter under which LESCO management will phase out the overbilling in 3 months.

Officials said that in three months all pending connections will be made and defective meters will be replaced.

LESCO officials said that FIA will not raid LESCO offices, in case of any complaint a letter will be written to Chief LESCO and all concerns will be answered to FIA within a couple of days.

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Iran Ziarat and Visit Visa Charges from Pakistan – April 2024

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

Pakistan shares a close bond with its neighbouring country, Iran, which attracts thousands of Muslim visitors annually to pay homage to its sacred shrines. To enter Iran, Pakistanis must acquire a Ziarat visa from the Iranian embassy. Alternatively, they can also obtain a tourism visa from the embassy. Iran operates consulates in Lahore, Peshawar, Islamabad, … Read more

Samsung Galaxy A24 0% Markup Installment Plan in Pakistan 2024

April 23, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Samsung A24 offers a vibrant Super AMOLED display and a classic design in multiple colors. The device features 8 GB of RAM and an octa-core processor for smooth performance. The phone’s cameras include OIS on the 50MP main camera and a 13MP front camera. Samsung continues to impress with its latest offering, the Samsung A24 … Read more

Karachi Pink Bus offer free travel for women on Routes R3, R9

April 23, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Sindh Government introduces new pink bus routes R3 and R9 in Karachi for women. Route R3: Power Chowrangi, North Karachi, to Nasir Jump Korangi. Route R9: Al-Khidmat Hospital, Gulshan-e-Hadid, to Tower via Shahra-e-Faisal. The Sindh Government in Karachi has introduced two new routes, R3 and R9, for the Pink Bus service to improve women’s access … Read more

Physics past, guess papers for Inter Part 2 Punjab Board 2024

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

All Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs) are commencing the first annual examinations for intermediate part II in 2024, beginning on April 19. On April 24, the boards will administer the Physics paper for the FSC group, leaving students with only one day for preparation. Past papers and guess papers can assist students … Read more

iPhone 11 PTA Tax & Price in Pakistan – April 2024

April 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

Older iPhone models like the iPhone 11 remain available in the Pakistani market, offering an affordable option for those interested in the iOS ecosystem. Launched in 2019, this phone provides a user-friendly interface, regular updates, and seamless compatibility with other Apple devices. Renowned for their durable construction, high performance, and dependable hardware, Apple phones continue … Read more

Terrorists involved in attack on Customs officials killed in DI Khan: CTD

April 23, 2024 by Abid Khan

PESHAWAR: Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday said that eight terrorists killed in Dera Ismail Khan a day ago were involved in killing of customs officials.

CTD Spokesperson the most wanted terrorist Jahanzeb, who was involved in recent attacks on customs officials, is among the dead terrorists.

He said that the dead terrorists were involved in extortion and attacks on security forces and target killing while a girl was also killed by the firing of terrorists at the customs.

CTD spokesperson said that the terrorists were planning for terrorist activity, during which the escape routes of the terrorists were blocked.

CTD officials there is fear of the presence of facilitators of terrorists in the local population and strict action is being taken against the facilitators.

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