Scientists in China’s Hunan province have unveiled a miniature drone resembling a mosquito, measuring barely the size of a human fingernail 0.6 cm. Despite its toy-like appearance, this tiny robotic insect is designed for advanced reconnaissance and surveillance operations. The drone features two yellow, leaf-shaped wings, a sleek black body, and three hair-thin legs, mimicking … Read more
Sydney: Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has taken a firm stand in support of Palestinians, refusing to give an interview to a media outlet that allegedly dismissed a journalist for speaking out in favor of Gaza. According to Australian media, Khawaja declined to speak to the channel upon recognizing its microphone, citing solidarity with the sacked … Read more
Islamabad: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) held a crucial parliamentary party meeting under the leadership of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The meeting focused on strategizing support for the upcoming budget and securing key amendments aligned with the party’s priorities. Member of National Assembly Aseefa Bhutto Zardari also participated in the discussions, emphasizing the party’s unified … Read more
Web Desk: A deceptively realistic image of a “new” 1,000 rupee note has taken social media by storm in Pakistan prompting the State Bank to issue a swift and clear denial. A fabricated image of a thousand-rupee currency note has become an overnight sensation across various social media platforms, with countless users excitedly sharing it, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri-Moghaddam, has praised Pakistan for standing firmly with Iran and expressing solidarity in the wake of the recent Israeli attacks. In a message posted on social media platform X, the ambassador stated, “Pakistan’s unwavering support and solidarity in response to the unjust aggression imposed by the Zionist regime on … Read more
Washington: Steve Witkoff, the Middle East envoy under the Trump administration, has suggested that countries previously unlikely to normalize relations with Israel may soon join the Abraham Accords. The White House thinks there will be “big announcements on countries that are coming into the Abraham Accords,” the Trump administration’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff said … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has approved the Finance Bill for the upcoming fiscal year during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The cabinet granted approval to the bill with certain amendments. Additionally, the cabinet gave in-principle approval to proposed changes in various laws, which have now been referred to the Cabinet Committee … Read more
Islamabad: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is scheduled to hold its meeting today to observe the crescent moon marking the beginning of Muharram-ul-Haram 1447 AH. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs’ spokesperson, the committee’s session will take place after Asr prayers at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Quetta, with Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad presiding. Zonal … Read more
BEIJING: Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed strong displeasure over the omission of the Pahalgam incident from the joint communiqué of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Conference held in Beijing. According to Indian media, the minister was visibly upset upon reviewing the final declaration and reportedly refused to sign the document due to … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) carried out multiple operations across various cities, arresting 12 suspects in a major crackdown against drug trafficking. According to ANF, seven separate operations led to the recovery of 416.405 kilograms of narcotics, valued at over Rs. 5.18 million. At Multan International Airport, 1.2 kilograms of hashish was recovered from the luggage … Read more
Kenya: At least 16 people have been killed and 400 injured in Kenya as a nationwide demonstration to honor those killed during last year’s anti-government protests. Kenya experienced deadly violence as nationwide protests to honor those killed during last year’s anti-government demonstrations turned chaotic, resulting in 16 fatalities and over 400 injuries. Authorities reported violent … Read more
KARACHI: The Karachi city is expected to experience intense heat and humidity today as sea breezes remain suspended. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), minimum temperature was recorded at 29°C, while the humidity level in the air stood at 72 percent. Daytime temperatures are likely to range between 35°C and 37°C. Due to the … Read more
KARACHI: Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori challenged the Sindh High Court (SHC) decision giving access to acting Governor Awais Qadir Shah full access to offices, without hearing the other party. Kamran Tessori approached the Supreme Court (SC) and filed a constitutional petition through Barrister Abid Zuberi. According to the petition, no one, including the Principal Secretary, … Read more
Washington: CIA Director John Ratcliffe has stated that, according to reliable intelligence, U.S. strikes have caused significant damage to Iran’s nuclear program, several key facilities have been completely destroyed. In an interview, John Ratcliffe said that the available sources and methods are highly reliable and accurate, confirming this assessment. He also mentioned that it will … Read more
LAHORE: Rain showers and thunderstorms have brought much-needed relief from the intense heat in parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). In Punjab, cities including Lahore, Sargodha, and Bhalwal witnessed varying intensities of rain from light drizzles to heavy downpours offering much-needed respite from the scorching temperatures. However, the rain also led to power outages … Read more
The Hague: U.S. President Donald Trump publicly commended Iran for its bravery during recent conflicts and hinted at upcoming diplomatic negotiations. President Trump, commenting on the recent American strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, compared them to the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, hinting that talks with Tehran are expected next week. At the conclusion of … Read more
KARACHI: A tragic accident occurred near Korangi Vita Chowrangi in Karachi, where a man lost his life after being hit by water tanker. The incident, which took place on June 23, was captured on CCTV footage obtained by BOL News. BOL News has obtained CCTV footage of the accident. The CCTV footage shows Muhammad Hashim … Read more
NEW YORK: Pakistan is set to assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in July 2025. Pakistan is set to assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of July 2025. This will be during Pakistan’s two-year term as a non-permanent member of the UNSC, which began … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the Government of Pakistan’s strong commitment to combating drug abuse and illicit trafficking. He stated that the government, through the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), is taking robust and targeted measures to eliminate this scourge. In his message on the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, … Read more
Maria Wasti, a versatile Pakistani television actress, has delivered numerous hit dramas since joining the media industry in the early 1990s. She rose to fame with iconic roles in “Ashiyana” and “Boota from Toba Tek Singh”, which earned her widespread popularity. Her other notable dramas include “Kallo”, “Neend”, “Buri Aurat”, “Malkin”, “Malka Aliya”, and “Rehai”. … Read more
In Pakistan’s competitive compact car segment, two popular models — the Kia Stonic EX and Honda City 1.2LS CVT — are going head-to-head. While both fall under a similar price bracket, their features and performance show clear differences. Kia Stonic EX vs Honda City 1.2LS CVT Features: Performance and Engine Kia Stonic: 1.4L MPI engine … Read more
