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Top Five Batters To Hit Most Sixes In T20I Match

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New Zealand’s Finn Allen in a breathtaking display of power-hitting earned his place in the history books during the third T20I against Pakistan. The match played in Dunedin witnessed an awe-inspiring onslaught as Allen smashed a record 16 sixes, which is a world record.

Finn Allen equaled the record held by Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai, who hit 16 sixes against Ireland in 2019.

Let’s take a look at five batters who hit most sixes in a T20I innings.

George Munsey – 14 (2019)

Scotland batter George Munsay scored his maiden T20I century against Netherlands in 2019, making his way into the record books. Munsey hit top gear when he walloped four sixes and two fours in Max O’Dowd’s first over and he never looked back. He finished with 127 off 56, featuring four boundaries and a whopping 14 sixes.

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Aaron Finch – 14 (2013)

A 26-year old Aaron Finch, playing only his seventh T20I game broke the then record for the highest individual score in T20I cricket against England. Finch smashed 156 runs from 63 balls, with the help of a whopping 14 sixes and 11 fours. He also helped his side scored the then second-highest total in a T20I – 248/6.

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Zeeshan Kukikhel – 15 (2022)

Hungary’s opening batter Zeeshan Kukikhel holds the record for the highest T20I score in a run-chase against Austria in 2022. Austria managed to put 196/6 in 20 overs , thanks to their skipper Razmal Shigiwal’s unbeaten 95. Hungary chased the total in 19 overs, with Kukikhel leading the chase. He scored 137 off just 49 balls, featuring seven boundaries and 15 sixes.

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Hazratullah Zazai – 16 (2019)

Hazratullah Zazai played a marathon of an innings against Ireland in 2019, scoring the second-highest individual score in T20I cricket. Afghanistan raised the then highest team total in T20Is – 278/3, thanks to Zazai’s unbeaten 162 off 62 balls. His fiery knock featured 11 fours and 16 sixes, a world record.

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Finn Allen – 16 (2024)

Finn Allen is in the form of his during the ongoing series against Pakistan, getting better with every game. He scored scoring 34 and 74 in first two matches, followed by a blistering 137 runs from a mere 62 balls, marking the highest score by a New Zealand player in T20Is. He surpassed the previous record held by Brendon McCullum, who had scored 123 runs against Bangladesh back in 2012. His innings featured a staggering 16 sixes, and four boundaries.

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The Kiwis, riding on Allen’s heroics, posted a formidable total of 224/7 in their allotted 20 overs at the University Oval. In response, Pakistan found themselves bowled out for 179 runs, resulting in a series loss as New Zealand sealed an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match contest.

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‘Saas-Bahu’ Gold Feud Sparks Legal Frenzy

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday heard an unusual petition of a 10-tola gold dispute between a woman and her former daughter-in-law.
Sabeeha Khanam filed a petition against the decision of the high court, which ruled in favour of providing 10-tola gold to her ex daughter-in-law. The case was heard by a three-member bench led by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa.
During the proceedings, Justice Isa directed questions to the petitioner’s lawyer, Zulfiqar Naqvi, seeking clarification on the intricacies of the family dispute between the two women. The lawyer informed the court that the conflict revolved around a disagreement between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law regarding the custody of the gold.
Justice Isa further inquired about the marital status of the daughter-in-law and her Haq-e-Mehr, to which the counsel revealed that the woman had been divorced and had three children, with an alimony of Rs2,000.
The Chief Justice questioned the reluctance in providing 10-tola gold to a mother of three children and dismissed Sabeeha Khanam’s appeal to overturn the high court’s decision.
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Cricket Fans Criticize Shaheen Afridi’s Captaincy After Series Loss

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Shaheen Afridi has lost his first series as captain after New Zealand thumped Pakistan by 45 runs in the third T20I match. Shaheen-led Pakistan conceded 224 runs after opting to bowl and managed a meagre 179 runs in response.

Shaheen Afridi was appointed T20I captain, along with Shan Masood as Test captain after Babar Azam resigned as captain after World Cup 2023. Unfortunately, both captains faced same fates, losing their first series as captain.

Shan Masood suffered a 3-0 clean sweep against Australia. Meanwhile Afridi’s side is on the verge of a clean sweep after losing first three games of the five match series.

Shaheen Afridi won all three toss but shockingly opted to bowl first each time. The decision seems baffling considering Pakistan’s old problem while chasing targets. Pakistan conceded 200 runs twice in those three games.

Afridi faced criticism over his on field decisions and fans as well as former cricketers have started questioning his leadership abilities as well.

However, he defended his decision to bowl in the third T20I by saying, “This ground’s history, both in international and domestic cricket, showed us that chasing is easier here.”

He called it a team decision, while acknowledging his and other bowlers’ short coming to restrict New Zealand to a modest total.

“After consultation as a team, we thought it would be better to bowl first. Unfortunately, we didn’t deliver in the power-play as a bowling unit, and our bowling has collapsed in these three games.”

Meanwhile, Pakistan’s batting line failed to get close to the target in each match, with Babar Azam being the only notable contributor. Azam scored half-century in each of the game, however, could not get enough support from the other end.

Cricket fans react over Shaheen Afridi’s captaincy

There are some visible issues in Shaheen Afridi’s captaincy, however, it would be too early to judge his leadership skills. He has two more matches in the series, followed by PSL, where his team Lahore Qalandars are defending champions.

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Changan Oshan X7 Vs MG HS – Which One To Buy?

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When Crossover vehicles were being manufactured and released one after another, Changan made sure to make their mark on the industry too. When MG came out with the MG HS, it was when Changan also came out with the Oshan X7. Both of them directly went head to head and each had their own set of capabilities to boast. However, there are areas where one triumphs over the other and we are here to take a look at those today.

Crossover SUV’s elevated driving position provides better visibility on the road, enhancing safety and confidence for drivers. This is something a person would notice first and foremost when sitting in the MG HS or the Changan Oshan X7. It really makes the person feel like they are sitting inside something premium, no matter which car.

Changan Oshan X7 and MG HS comparison
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Oshan X7 and MG HS Engines

In the engine and transmission department, Oshan X7’s 1.5L turbocharged TGDI Euro-6 engine with 185 horsepower and 300 Nm torque surpasses MG HS’s 1.5L turbocharged Euro-5 engine producing 160 horsepower and 250 Nm torque. This shows that the Oshan X7 is certainly more powerful than the MG HS and can accelerate faster.

Additionally, Oshan X7 outperforms MG HS in dimensions, boasting a larger size as well as a more aggressive look. Both models feature a 7-speed DCT gearbox and four drive modes. Oshan X7 incorporates start/stop technology, pointing towards better fuel efficiency compared to MG HS.

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Features And Safety Of Passengers

Exterior features are quite similar, with both models equipped with LED lights, electrically adjustable mirrors, panoramic sunroof, and a powered tailgate. MG HS leads in interior features, offering more amenities than Oshan X7.

However, when it comes to safety features, the Oshan X7 takes the cake yet again with a more comprehensive focus on safety. Smart Proximity Entry, Smart Exit, front parking sensors, DVR, and an On-Board Car Diagnostic System are all part of Changan’s beast. That said, the price of the MG HS is lesser than Oshan X7 currently on the market too.

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Are Gaming Handhelds Worth Buying In This Smartphone Era?

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When the smartphone was first introduced, it started becoming common more and more as the days passed. Those who were not sure of how to navigate it eventually got the hang of it. As smartphones became more common, it almost seemed like the era of gaming handhelds was fading. However, that was not to be as Nintendo decided to release some robust handheld consoles over the years.

That said, now in 2024, is the era of handheld consoles coming to an end as smartphones drive more power behind their gadgets? Can it said that people are shifting towards smartphones for gaming rather than Nintendo consoles. While that may be true on a few fronts, we know that the purchase of handheld consoles is more than ever, especially retro ones.

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The Smartphone Era Dominating

One of the things that puts smartphones ahead of gaming handhelds is the diverse functionality of them. You can not only use them for gaming but for a plethora of features, including social media, entertainment, calling, photography and much more. Additionally, there are smartphones being released which are being made for the prime purpose of gaming. They may cost higher than a handheld Nintendo console but they also provide higher functonality.

That does not mean, however, that Nintendo is slowing down in its race either. It has released more variants of the Nintendo Switch and has even improved upon it in many. Other than that, the games that Nintendo offers are exclusive to the console only and people want to play them. The loyalty in Nintendo fans stays strong but smartphone gaming can be considered as an affordable alternative.

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Pokémon, Mario or PUBG?

When the world was trapped away in covid during a long time, people had few options to entertain themselves and pass the time by. Smartphone gaming is what took off during that time the most, and people fell in love with it. While it can be said that handheld consoles may not be going anywhere, it is not the prime source of handheld gaming now.

Smartphones have started to rule that domain with affordable phones that can handle quite a lot of high-end games. We can expect even more smartphone releases in the future that might compete with higher end consoles too! Additionally, most of the widely played games on smartphones are free of cost whereas handheld console games are expensive.

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Zara Noor Abbas Loses Cool Over Latest Indian Film’s Trailer

Pakistani actress Zara Noor Abbas didn’t mince her words as she took to Instagram to express her disappointment with the recently released trailer of the highly anticipated movie inspired by the story of Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.

Taking to Instagram with the trailer of the Hrithik Roshan starrer Fighter, Zara regretted that she was initially intrigued to watch the movie until the release of the trailer yesterday.

In a surprising turn, Zara went beyond her critique of the movie itself, issuing a warning to India against any attempt to occupy Pakistan. She made a reference to the hospitality shown by Pakistani forces to Indian Air Force personnel in a past incident.

Zara’s vocal disapproval resonated with her followers, including actress Hira Khan, who joined in expressing their disappointment at what they perceived as an anti-Pakistan narrative in the movie.

Zara’s husband, Asad Siddiqui also followed suit.

In a twist of humour, many of Zara’s fans lightened the mood by poking fun at the filmmaker’s attempt, turning the discourse into a mix of criticism and satire.

As the social media storm rages on, the question remains: How did you find the trailer?

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Apple iPhone 15 Being Offered At Unbelievable Discount

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Apple is shaking things up in the Chinese smartphone market by offering rare discounts on its iPhones. The tech giant has decided to cut retail prices by up to 5%, or 500 yuan ($70), in response to the intense competition it faces in the world’s largest smartphone market.

Lunar New Year Event

This limited-time promotion, cleverly branded as a Lunar New Year event, is scheduled to run from January 18 to January 21, leading up to the mid-February holiday. Apple’s latest iPhone 15 series, however, has faced a tough time in China, with sales significantly lagging behind its predecessors.

iPhone 15 on Huge Discount Only Rs 41000 on Flipkart- Limited Time
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One major factor contributing to this decline is the stiff competition from homegrown rivals like Huawei Technologies and Xiaomi. These companies offer compelling alternatives that have gained popularity among Chinese consumers. Additionally, there have been reports suggesting that certain companies and government departments are restricting the use of Apple devices among their staff, echoing the U.S. government’s security-related restrictions on Chinese apps.

Challenges for iPhone 15 Series

According to analysts, Chinese iPhone sales experienced a sharp 30% drop in the first week of 2024 compared to the same period the previous year. This follows a 3% decline in sales throughout 2023. Analysts predict that the competitive landscape will only become more challenging for Apple in the coming year.

What makes this move by Apple particularly noteworthy is that the company has not slashed prices for its latest iPhones in years. The decision to offer discounts comes as a surprise, especially considering that Apple refrained from raising prices for the iPhone 15 series during its September launch.

Apple iPhone 15 sales look like they're starting off slow in China
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Widespread Price Cuts

Online shopping platforms, including Pinduoduo, have also joined the price-cutting trend, reducing the prices of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro by as much as 16% since the beginning of the year. This suggests a broader trend in the market, where various retailers are adjusting prices to capture the attention of cost-conscious consumers.

Nicole Peng, senior vice president of a market research firm, believes that Apple’s decision to offer discounts is a response to the global pressure to boost sales, particularly in China. She points out that Huawei is making a comeback, driven by a sense of patriotism among Chinese consumers.

Experts predicts that Apple’s sales will remain flat worldwide this year, with a slight decline expected in China. It remains to be seen whether these discounts will be enough to reignite the enthusiasm of Chinese consumers for Apple’s iPhones amidst the increasingly competitive landscape.

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YouTube Has Bad News For People Using AdBlock

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In the ongoing battle between Google and ad-blockers, YouTube users are finding themselves caught in the crossfire once again. Recent reports highlight that individuals with ad blockers enabled are experiencing frustrating delays on the video-sharing platform, leading to impaired functionality and sluggish loading times.

Google’s Escalating Anti-Ad Blocker Measures

It’s no secret that Google has been actively targeting ad-blockers, and the situation seems to be escalating. Users with ad blockers are now facing slowdowns on YouTube, a move that has stirred frustration among the community. The suggested solution? Either disable your ad blocker or opt for a subscription to YouTube Premium for an ad-free experience.

In its quest to discourage the use of ad blockers, Google has previously experimented with on-screen pop-up messages and a stringent three-strikes policy that disabled the video player after three videos were watched with an ad blocker installed. This recent wave of slowdowns echoes a similar tactic tested in November, warning users of “suboptimal viewing” with an ad blocker in place.

Reddit Reports

Reddit users have been vocal about encountering issues on YouTube while using ad blockers. Multiple users reported slowdowns, some even mistaking them for connectivity problems. Problems loading previews and accessing features like fullscreen or theater mode became prevalent for those with ad blockers. Interestingly, disabling the ad blocker significantly improved load times, confirming the correlation.

When 9to5Google investigated, they observed prolonged video buffering, preview loading issues, and the unavailability of fullscreen and theater modes without refreshing the page. While the issue wasn’t replicated universally, it suggests that these ad block restrictions may be region-specific.

Artificial Timeout in YouTube’s Code

The problem seems to originate from an artificial timeout embedded in YouTube’s code. This mechanism intentionally slows down the video player, mimicking the experience of a laggy internet connection. While not a novel strategy, it’s gaining prominence as more users grapple with its impact.

Limited Options for Users

If you’re among the users experiencing these frustrations, your choices are limited: either disable your ad blocker or invest in a YouTube Premium subscription. The motive behind these measures appears to be an effort to discourage users from employing ad-blockers, a move that, while anecdotal for now, aligns with Google’s commitment to safeguard its substantial ad revenue.

YouTube tries to kill ad blockers in push for ad dollars, Premium subs | Ars Technica
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Considering Google’s reported $224.47 billion in ad revenue for 2022, it’s evident that the tech giant is determined to protect this lucrative revenue stream, employing various tactics to dissuade users from relying on ad-blockers. The ongoing tug-of-war between user preferences and corporate interests continues to shape the online experience for millions of YouTube enthusiasts.

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Netizens Are Praising Falak Shabbir For Giving Daughter Punjabi Lessons

Falak Shabbir recently shared the cutest video on her social media and fans can’t get enough of it. The video features her daughter Alayna learning Punjabi and her sweetest Punjabi pronunciation has got the internet swooning over her.

Falak Shabbir shared the video while teaching his daughter her very first Punjabi words and safe to say that her version of ‘Chak de patty’ and ‘ballay ballay’ is our absolute favourite from now on.

Before we head to more details, take no time to watch the video below.

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Fans Are All Hearts For Alayna

Now that you have seen the video, you can relate to the fans who have been pouring loving reactions for Falak’s daughter in the comments section of the post.

Some fans were in awe of her cuteness and others couldn’t help but praise the parents for teaching the daughter about her cultural roots. In a society where English has been taking over sticking to traditional languages simultaneously can be a great source of preserving cultural norms and fans are applauding Falak Shabbir for doing so.

Here’s a look at the comments and what fans had to say.

 

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Alayna’s cuteness is surely going to make our day and if the same is the case with you then let us know your favorite Punjabi word from Alyana in the comments below.

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Fatima Effendi Shares Her Recent Home Fire Tragedy

Fatima Effendi Kanwar recently shared an update from her on social media. The incident which happened in the early hours of yesterday morning has left netizens praying for the family.

Fatima Effendi and Kanwar Arsalan’s residence caught fire yesterday morning. The pictures from the incident were shared by the actress on her social media while she asked the fans to pray for them. While sharing the updates, the actress noted that everyone is safe while requesting fans to remember the family in their prayers.

‘Our house caught fire today early morning. Alhamdullilah everyone is safe! Remember us in your prayers.’ Wrote the actress on her Instagram story alongside sharing the picture of her residence.

Take a look at her post from Instagram.

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The incident left the fans worried asking for further details. Meanwhile, the majority sent their prayers and best wishes to the family and requested the actress to take care of her family. Some trolls however were questioning Effendi’s decision to share the incident on social media and shared their two cents on the instance.

Here are some of the fan comments from the Instagram post.

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While the details about how Fatima Effendi’s house caught fire are still not made public, fans are requesting her to share more details about the incident.

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Ali Zafar Drops Out Of PSL 9 Anthem Due To Past Allegations

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When PSL arrives, it is hyped up with its famous anthem, often played by famous and renowned singers. Ali Zafar has been known to conduct the PSL anthem and hype up the Pakistani public with his vocals. However, it seems that this year, he is not going to be taking part in the PSL Anthem conduction. Cricket fans have had mixed reactions and reviews over this news because some of them like Ali Zafar and his performances, while many have lost that respect for him due to the allegations.

Ali Zafar, known for singing the Pakistan Super League (PSL) anthems, faced a setback in his career after harassment allegations by Meesha Shafi in 2018. The case continued on for quite a while and in the process, tarnished Ali’s reputation. We can never disregard someone’s actions and this case is not something that can be ignored.

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Ali Zafar Not Singing

Initially planned to sing the PSL 9 anthem, Ali Zafar faced complications when a female PSL franchise official raised objections due to concerns about the league’s image. They said that due to his tarnished reputation, it can have an impact on the league itself. People might start to boycott the event if he is allowed to perform.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had initially committed to Ali Zafar as the singer but reversed the decision after considering the objections, leaving the singer dissatisfied. While a lot of people might be dissatisfied with this decision, there are many that hold no flowers to Ali Zafar and his fame, making their support for Meesha Shafi known.

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Selecting The Perfect Candidate

As of now, the replacement for Ali Zafar in singing the PSL 9 anthem has not been decided, and the singer has expressed frustration through social media posts. Who knows which singer might perform for PSL 9, it can be Atif Aslam as well. Other probably candidates can be Bilal Maqsood, Faisal Kapadia, Ali Sethi, or any one of the highly-talented individuals from Coke Studio performances.

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Pakistani Cricket Players And Hafeez Seen Clashing Over Issues

Muhammad Hafeez and players clash over NOC
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At times, even people playing sports can clash amongst themselves, causing chaos and making headlines. According to most recent news, the Pakistani Cricket Team has clashed with team director Muhammad Hafeez over several issues. It can be considered quite normal to disagree with the people in authority but to have key players of the entire team clash is a whole other thing. Tension within the Pakistani cricket team during the New Zealand tour is reportedly centered around NOCs for T20 leagues.

An NOC is a No Objection Certificate that lets the players take permission from PCB and play in various leagues that they wish to. Team director Mohammad Hafeez’s strict stance on granting NOCs, especially for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), has caused discontent among players. Its keeping players on edge to have this stance, and tensions are at an all-time high.

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Tensions Among Players With Hafeez

Players like Shaheen Afridi, Shadab Khan, and Azam Khan received NOCs for ILT20, but Hafeez hesitated for BPL, risking players’ contracts. This form of selective NOC giving is what is causing all this havoc. However, Muhammad Hafeez maintains the stance that the players are getting quite exhausted or injured, thus risking team plays in the leagues, including BPL.

Senior players are unhappy with Hafeez’s extended discussions and interventions during team meetings, disrupting the team environment. They say that it tempers with the team spirit when a meeting or a discussion is suddenly intervened or extended beyond the allocated time. However, from Hafeez’s point-of-view, he might be looking for the betterment of the team, even if players do seem to disagree with it.

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Keeping An Eye On Performance

The ongoing friction, still in its early stages, has the potential to escalate, and conflicting schedules add complexity, with the ILT20 final coinciding with the PSL 9 opening match. These clashes are also causing the players to reconsider which games they want to play and which ones they want to sit out in. Before the situation escalates, a solution needs to be found.

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Google Launches Election Search Trends Page in Pakistan

Karachi, January 16, 2024: With General Elections scheduled to be held on February 8, 2024, many Pakistanis will be searching for information online about the political parties and other related topics to help them navigate the electoral process.

To help the media outlets and general public get easy access to this data, Google has set up a Google Trends Pakistan General Election page, a tool that exhibits the top search queries, topics, and interests in parties contesting the elections. The page also includes data on the top election-related topics searched in each part of the country, such as the economy, taxes, and wages, among others.

All the charts from the Google trends page are embeddable on any site and will continue to update even after they’re placed on an outlet’s site.

It’s important to note that the Google Trends Pakistan General Election page is not a poll or survey and does not reflect voting intentions. It merely reflects people’s search interest about particular topics at a local level over a period of time. A spike in a particular search query does not reflect that a political party is somehow “more popular” or “winning”.

For more information including how to maximize the trends page, visit the Google News Initiative’s website. Explore more Google Trends at google.com/trends.

Ahsan Khan Reveals Details About His Tattoo

Pakistani actor, Ahsan Khan, recently explained the motivation behind getting a tattoo on the side of his neck.

Appearing on Hafiz Ahmed’s podcast, Khan initially tried to dodge the question with a vague answer. As the host got into the details if someone insisted the actor to get the tattoo, Khan explained it was for a drama serial (Fraud).

“The crew had to draw a tattoo on me every day so I decided to get a real one instead but I opted for a design that was personal to me. It’s actually semi-permanent so it can come off.”

This isn’t the first time he has spoken about his tattoo as Hassan Choudary had also popped a similar question on his own show.

Ahsan’s response was no different even then. The alphabet inked on his neck has no meaning and he doesn’t expect the audience to understand it either, Ahsan revealed on the show.

Take a look at his tattoo!

What do you think of Ahsan Khan’s tattoo? Let us know in the comments!

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Pakistani Couple’s Controversial Photoshoot Sparks Online Debate

A wedding photoshoot where the couple put each other at gunpoint? Not our cup of tea and safe to say that the public is also not very amused with the idea.

A couple’s video from their wedding photo shoot is now going viral on social media where both the bride and groom are seen in action holding each other at gunpoint. The whole scene looks like a failed attempt to recreate an action movie scene. However, neither does it look extremely distasteful, but also poorly executed.

The shooting sequence immediately shifts after the groom fake collapses after getting hit by an imaginary bullet. Later the sequence shifted to a few clips from their pre-wedding shoot and the actual wedding photoshoot. The very unconventional video sure didn’t amuse the public and the comments section is filled with criticism and questionable remarks for the couple.

Before we head to the comments take a look at the video below.

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The Internet’s Reaction To The Photoshoot 

While the internet is curious to know whose idea was to film this sequence, others were wondering why people post this kind of stuff on social media. The comments section was nothing less than hilarious and our sentiments are the same as the public’s reaction.

Here’s what they had to say about the photoshoot.

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Now that you have seen the video, let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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Zaid Ali & Yumnah Ali To Welcome Their Second Baby

Famed Pakistani-Canadian YouTuber Zaid Ali and wife Yumnah Ali are expecting their second child, the couple announced on Monday in an Instagram post.

“We are having another baby! Allhamdulilah ❤️,” Zaid wrote as he posted his video with his wife and his two-year old son, Izyan Ali Zaid.

He went on to say “I think it’s time to come back to YouTube.”

Congratulations poured in with fellow YouTubers and influencers wishing them a happy journey ahead. Fans also encouraged him to proceed with his thought of returning to the video streaming platform.

The couple had tied the knot on August 1st, 2017.

 

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Hina Altaf Shares She Hasn’t Recovered Fully Leaving Fans Worried

Hina Altaf recently updated her fans about her health status as she posted a few pictures on her Instagram leaving fans worried.

In a series of pictures posted on Instagram, the actress is seen posing in a red Farah Talib Aziz outfit adorned with delicate embroidery. The actress while looking poise can be seen a little frail. The actress in the Instagram caption of the post updated her fans about her health. As she mentioned that she is doing much better despite feeling weak and frail.

Here’s her Instagram post for your reference.

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Fans Get Worried About Hina Altaf’s Health

Fans were pouring their love and regards for the actress under her Instagram post as they were worried about the weak health of Hina Altaf. While asking what went wrong with her health.

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A few weeks ago Altaf posted a story on her account pleading her fans to pray for her health. Now that the actress is back on her feet, fans can’t wait to see regular content from her social media accounts.

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Is The PTA Tax On Flagship Smartphones A Justified Cost?

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One of the first things people ask when purchasing a smartphone these days is, ‘Is this PTA or Non-PTA’? The taxation on flagship smartphones has really put people into second thoughts on whether the investment is worthwhile or not. If we look at early 2021 and slightly before, the PTA tax on smartphones was not as high as it is now. The tax amount to unlock an iPhone 7+ (256GB) variant was around Rs.7,000/-. However, entering the last quarter of 2021 or first half of 2022, that tax amount increased to Rs.36,000/-.

If there was more than five times of an increase on iPhone 7+, people could only imagine what it was on the upcoming flagship phones. Now, in 2024, you will have to pay more than 3 lac in tax alone if you intend to purchase a PTA-approved iPhone 16. The phone itself is not any less, either, but stacking on the tax just puts it above the budget range.

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Is the Tax Amount Justified?

Now, a person is left wondering if the purchase of a flagship smartphone really is worth the investment. However, it is not just on flagship phones that the tax is high, it can be seen specifically on phones that are imported. These include Apple, Samsung and Google Pixel phones. The products that are made and sold here, you might not see any tax on them. But, when it comes to these brands, the tax shoots sky high.

One can argue that the import tax is high because of the purchases that many people have been making, and less local purchases. However, there needs to be some incentive on local products too, if they want people to purchase locally assembled phones. Either that, or the authorities in charge can come up with some reduction on smartphone taxes, alongside some incentives for purchasing local.

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Adjusting The PTA Tax

Of course, the tax on local seems alright, but we do believe that there has to be some relaxation on the import PTA tax that is used to unlock the phone. Due to the high taxes, a lot of people carry around two phones, one PTA and one non-PTA. This also increases the risk of mugging.

If not a tax reduction, then there ought to be schemes in place that let these international brands establish themselves in Pakistan, diversifying the Pakistani tech market. There are quite a few ways to go about this and they ought to be explored.

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WhatsApp Has Just Introduced An Exciting New Feature!

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Remember when the ability to send ‘view once’ messages became a thing on WhatsApp? Everyone was making use of this feature because of how interesting it was, especially because you could have quite a lot of fun with it. However, that is not the only interesting feature that WhatsApp came out with. Now, they have even released the ‘view once’ audio messages feature as well, people can send audios which can only be played once.

That said, WhatsApp has now come up with yet another feature for its users. This one lets them control what aspect of their application they wish to update and whether they wish to move forward or not. At one time, WhatsApp did not even have a dark mode, and a lot of people did not like the switch to it. Thus, if you are not ready to embrace a new update, you can now control that aspect!

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WhatsApp With New Update

In the latest WhatsApp beta for Android, users now have more control over how updates are handled. Yes, they can control whether the app automatically updates over Wi-Fi as soon as a new version is available, or let the user receive notifications to update. If a person does not immediately wish to update their WhatsApp due to losing a feature or if they are still getting used to the current version, they can hold the update.

If they choose to not update over Wi-Fi, then the application will not update unless it is prompted to. The Google PlayStore offers this feature but now it has been introduced as a standalone one in the application itself. A lot of people have not updated their WhatsApp in a while to not see the change in user interface, and this update can help them with future versions.

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Updating Depends On User

In the future, you might come across a WhatsApp update that you do not wish to pursue. In that case, you can just turn off automatic updates just for this application. Then, if there is an update worth pursuing after the next one, then you can allow updates and bypass the unsavory one, going direct to the newest one.

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