lslamabad – 28th June, 2022: Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator and the largest internet and mobile broadband provider, has launched its Esports platform GAMENOW ESPORTS with registrations now open for proleague season 1. The league features six popular games: PUBG Mobile, FreeFire, DOTA 2, Valorant, Call of Duty 4 and Asphalt 9 with cash prizes ranging from PKR 500,000 to 1,000,000. Willing participants can visit the GameNow Esports to register for the league absolutely free of cost.
The Pro league season 1 has been endorsed by the Esports community and is on track to be the largest league in the country in terms of team registrations. The competitions will be broadcasted live on the GameNow Esports official social media handles, while each match will include an industry renowned analyst, castors and players. There is a growing popularity of Esports due to the increasing digitalization across the world and the reduced cost of advanced gaming technologies.
Commenting on this development, Rizwan Fazal, Head of Marketing at Jazz, said, “Globally,
Esports is not a new phenomenon with the market expected to reach $3.5 Billion by 2027. 1. In Pakistan, revenue generation through video game segment is projected to hit $208 million mark in 2022.
2. GameNow is a platform developed to exclusively promote Esports in the country by
providing the youth a chance to showcase and hone their skills, so they can go on to represent Pakistan in global competitions. This is a big step in our digital operator journey, as we provide subscribers an ecosystem of digital solutions catering to their lifestyle choices.”
‘GameNow Esports’ will also serve as a virtual meeting point for local gamers where top streamers and players can connect and compete in multiplayer games. It will also provide space for premium content e.g., gaming non fungible tokens (NFTs), merchandise, promotional vouchers and discounts on gaming sites. GameNow Esports will also sponsor Esports teams to compete in local and international tournaments.
Season one is open for registrations with the league set to begin on July 01, 2022. Winners will receive the prize money via Jazz Cash or a direct bank transfer.
Sazgar Engineering Works Limited is the largest producer and exporter of rickshaws in Pakistan but its latest collaboration and joint effort with Great Wall Motors of China is about to change the automobile industry in Pakistan. Sazgar has just announced the completion of manufacturing facilities for two excellent cars, are you excited to know which?
The rickshaw manufacturer just announced in a notice to PSX, Pakistan Stock Exchange, that it has completed manufacturing facilities for Haval and Jolion. These two cars are the SUV models of Great Wall Motors. They were previously imported from China but the recent completion of facilities means they will be now assembled locally too.
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The trial operation will commence exactly 10 days from now, on July 15th. It is said that the first trial will be for Haval and then Jolion will be brought into the assembly.
Will This Make A Difference?
The prices of both the cars currently are high. It has been estimated that the imported Haval H6 is currently priced at Rs6.577 million and Rs7.627 million for the Turbo 1.5L and Turbo 2.0L variants, respectively. On the other hand, the 1.5L Turbo Jolion is at Rs6.077 million.
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Sazgar has also announced that the delivery for Haval can be expected to be in December. For Jolion, we’re looking at October. Sazgar has come a long way in trying to begin the trials. It received permission from the government of Pakistan (one would wonder which) to begin operations. This was done last December so they’re still pretty efficient at it!
Why Produce Them Locally?
To produce these locally would mean slashing the prices greatly. Half the price of the imported cars is the import tax duty which raises the price greatly. Moreover, since the rupee is unstable right now, the conversion rates also mostly keep increasing.
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Additionally, encouraging local automobile manufacturers to start producing these cars locally came for a number of reasons. Firstly, so that the automobile industry of Pakistan can be broadened. There are a few manufacturers right now acting like a monopoly. Secondly, so that Pakistanis have more local variety!
The FIFA world cup is arguably the most anticipated sporting event across the globe. The spectacle is held every 4 years and draws billions of viewers with each edition’s rising popularity. This year’s edition is being held in Qatar, first time in an Arab state. The tournament kicks off on November 21, and the final is scheduled on December 18. This edition is going to be a lot different from its previous editions.
For the first time ever, the tournament will be held in the winter rather than the summer. It will also be a significant transition period for the players since the tournament will most likely be the last dance for many modern-day football icons that this generation has grown up watching. Let’s take a look at the five biggest stars that may be hanging up their boots after the World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
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Cristiano Ronaldo, the most prolific scorer in the history of international football, is at the top of the list of legends who might be playing their final World Cup in 2022. He is still one of the finest players in the world at the age of 36. However, his recent performance suggests that he may retire from international play after the World Cup in Qatar.
Ronaldo was one of the breakout stars of the World Cup in 2006, helping Portugal reach the semifinals. Despite Ronaldo’s efforts, Portugal has been unable to go past the Round of 16 since then. However, this year Portugal’s young talent might help Ronaldo and Portugal win the World Cup for the first time. Ronaldo has scored seven World Cup goals so far and will want to reach double figures in the upcoming edition. He hopes to add the coveted World Cup winner’s medal to his Nations League and Euro 2016 medals.
2. Lionel Messi (Argentina)
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The top two picks on this list must be heartbreaking for many fans, given that the finest players of this generation are on the verge of retiring. Lionel Messi is arguably the best and most gifted player of this generation. He has won almost everything in his celebrated career. The only major trophy missing from Lionel Messi’s collection is the most prestigious of them. Lionel Messi came close to winning the title in 2014 but was defeated in the finals by Germany. He was awarded the Golden Ball award as the best player of the tournament in the 2014 World Cup. During the 2018 World Cup, he missed a critical penalty against Iceland but scored the game-winning goal that advanced Argentina to the Round of 16.
Messi-led Argentina is in excellent form, having gone 32 games undefeated, with 21 victories and 11 draws, the longest undefeated streak in their history. Messi just won a Copa America for the first time in his career, followed by a decisive Finalissima victory. He certainly hopes to make it three out of three. Messi hopes to emulate the legendary Diego Maradona and add the most coveted trophy to his cabinet. At 35 years of age, this is likely to be his last shot. He has scored six goals in World Cup events so far.
3. Luka Modric (Croatia)
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Luka Modric is undoubtedly the best midfielder of this era. Luka Modric debuted at the 2006 World Cup in Germany. His team Croatia was unable to go past the group stages. The same fate befell them in the 2014 edition, whereas in 2010 they failed to even qualify for the World Cup. However, in the 2018 edition in Russia, Modric-led Croatia qualified for their first World Cup final, where they were defeated by France. Modric received the Golden Ball award as the tournament’s best player.
The Croatian captain just had another outstanding season at the age of 36, during which he led Real Madrid’s midfield as the team won the Champions League. He is still regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world, having won the Ballon d’Or as well as numerous other team and individual awards. He would aim to replicate his 2018 heroics in World Cup 2022 and end his career at his peak.
4. Luis Suarez (Uruguay)
Luis Suarez is one of the finest attackers of this age. He has had his fair share of iconic World Cup moments, but he has been mostly on the wrong side of history. He made his world cup debut in 2010. His premeditated handball against Ghana sent Uruguay to the semi-finals, and in 2014, he viciously bit Italian player Chiellini during a group encounter. But these incidents could not take away his excellent performances in World Cup games, having scored 7 goals across 3 editions.
He has represented some of the finest clubs including Ajax, Liverpool, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid during his career. The attacker undoubtedly has enough left in the tank to assist his squad capture the golden trophy in Qatar. However, at the age of 35, it will likely be the last hurrah for the South American icon.
5. Manuel Neuer (Germany)
Finally, Manuel Neuer is the only player on our list who has enjoyed ultimate triumph in World Cup competition, having won the prized cup in 2014. He was also named the tournament’s top goalie, earning him the Golden Glove.
Neuer is widely recognised as one of the finest goalkeepers to ever step foot on a football field. He has kept a whopping seven clean sheets in 16 appearances over three world cups. He has won several trophies and individual accolades during his illustrious career. He has won the UEFA Champions League twice and the Bundesliga for 10 consecutive seasons.
He captained Germany at the 2018 World Cup, where they were knocked out in the group stage. Neuer would hope to finish his career on a good note following a forgettable performance in the last edition. His Bundesliga form suggests that, even at the age of 36, he is still one of the world’s greatest goalkeepers. In an interview, he stated that the “sole aim” is to win the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
When next time someone is going to school you for not having coffee on summer days, let them surely know they are wrong, and here is why!
It is a huge misconception about coffee not being a summer drink. Many people still believe it is a dehydrating beverage in summer. Whereas, according to modern studies these misconceptions are all mythical and have nothing true to believe in them.
Here are some proven benefits of drinking a cup of coffee every day:
Coffee Makes Your Skin Glow!
Linoleic acid is prevalent in coffee and plays an important part in the skin’s water permeability barrier’s integrity. Other ingredients, such as phenolic compounds and tocopherols, have antioxidant properties and may influence physiological processes including skin barrier homeostasis, inflammation, and wound healing.
Nutritional Value Of Coffee
Do you know coffee drinkers are less exposed to heart failure than no coffee drinkers? Scientists attribute the advantages to its anti-inflammatory properties and health-protective gut microorganisms. Moreover coffee decreases the risk of renal diseases in women and also prevents the risk of having type 2 diabetes.
Prefer Black Over Any Other
Do you know what happens to your body and mind when you drink black coffee? Despite its strong taste black coffee has way more benefits than flavored coffee. It can be a secret recipe for weight loss imagine drinking a beverage without gaining any weight.
A cup of 6 ounces of black coffee contains 0 calories which makes it an ideal drink for those who seek to lose weight.
Every Season Is A Coffee Season
Coffee gives its users the same wakeful kick in the morning in every season. This is why it should not be implied that one should drink coffee only in the cold season. Absolutely not! 100ml coffee per day can provide many health advantages.
Celebrate Coffee
Whether you enjoy it alone or with family and friends coffee is itself a celebration. A cup of hot tasteful coffee lifts up your spirits. Every time!
Ms. Marvel has been the talk of the town since its release but there’s still a lot of questioning about whether one should watch it or not. It has cast an inexperienced actress, the show is based on a young girl and most importantly, it’s very Pakistan-centric. So is it a must-watch? Well, yes it’s an incredible watch. Here’s why:
Iman Vellani does not have a big project to her name. She’s a regular, Pakistani-American young girl. Many might raise an eyebrow at her being cast— “how will the acting be good?” but it’s perfect. Her acting is natural, never over-the-top, and just pitch-perfect with the series.
The soundtrack is also one of the best ones. If you’ve been keeping up with Pakistani music, you’ll realize that this series has handpicked the very best. And they haven’t just stuffed them in, each song has its special place and deserves to be there. Be it Ali Sethi’s hot hit Pasoori, Hassan & Roshaan’s Doobne De and even Nazia Hassan’s one-hit wonders.
3. It’s Real Yet Fantasy
The animations that pop in from time to time make it the best show ever. Want to know why? It’s because it’s also not boring to be entirely ‘real’ based and it’s also not the stuff of barbie land with constant animations. There’s an excellent balance that has been achieved here and that is one of the biggest reasons you should watch Ms. Marvel series.
Here’s another thing: the storyline is simply commendable. It doesn’t dive into the character’s powers or her shortcomings as a person. The build-up, is after all, amazing and that goes for every character in the series and also the plotline generally. We’re all hanging by each episode and each one is better than the last.
This is the reason you won’t read about it elsewhere but it comes from the heart. The young girl is a Pakistani-American and struggles with the binaries of both cultures. Besides that, it is also relatable to the kind of difficulties that young children often face when trying to connect to their parents!
Shein – Not only have you heard about the place but you’ve also probably shopped from it or still are. The place has been the topic of controversy for a long time now as its working standards have been found to be deplorable. Now it appears things have taken a turn for the worst as their garment workers are sending messages to customers.
This may be a theory but even if it is, it’s gotten the ball rolling. Many people have ordered stuff from Shein only to find ‘help me’ written in many places. Either it is sent as a message on a piece of paper in-between clothes, it is written on the washing instructions label, or even the receipt taped on top. All these have been captured and posted on social media and have left many confused.
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About Shein
Shein is the largest fashion retailer in the world with over 7000 employees and sales that might be in the millions. However, all that glitters is not gold. Shein makes its workers work a 75-hour week with 1 day off in the entire month and the pay is beyond questionable.
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Shein put up a statement some years ago stating that its factory working conditions meet all standards set by international labor organizations. However, upon questioning by Reuters Shein removed the statement in 2021. Moreover, an independent organization was able to take pictures of the Shein factory’s working conditions and they were horrible.
What Did Shein Say?
Shein has responded to the allegations that its workers are sending out help messages by denying them. They said that most of the pictures of those messages were from other brands. There was the only one for which they take responsibility and that was a poor translation of their washing instructions.
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Shein is still quiet on the issue regardless and does not address its violations of labor standards and working conditions. However, all of us have a huge role to play in giving Shein the success that it has. Stop shopping from the brand today and make a statement.
Logos are more than just something you use to spruce up your website, brand communications and marketing campaigns. Your logo is your visual identity, simplified and refined into a simple yet effective icon.
In this crowded world of competing companies, brand logos can be the element that captures the eye of your intended audience, inspires loyalty, and ensures that you continue to generate sales, no matter how saturated your niche might become.
While designing logos requires a creative mind and execution team, we rarely know what goes on behind designing a brand logo. Today we have decided to give you an insight into some of the most memorable brand marks and how they were designed.
1. Adidas
The Adidas logo shows how growth is presented with a linear graph rather than a perpendicular. The steps represent challenges which must be tackled step by step to achieve growth and success. The three-bar logo is the signature design on the majority of Adidas merchandise. Meanwhile, the thirty-degree angle represents a mountain and what it means to achieve fame as an athlete.
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2. Pinterest
The Pinterest logo designed in a pin form suggests the availability of the pin option, which allows users to pin their favorite images and files. The P in the logo represents a pushpin in real life which is given a digital aspect on a digital platform.
Amazon is a powerhouse for online shopping, and its logo reflects that. The yellow arrow in their logo starts at the letter A and ends at the letter Z, implying that they sell everything from a to z. The arrow also represents a smile, with the arrowhead being a stylized dimple or smile line. The smile indicates the happiness people feel when they shop with Amazon.
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4. L.G
LG is recognized worldwide, and most people recognize the ‘L’ and ‘G’ in the logo. What most people don’t realize, though, is that those letters help to create a face. The ‘L’ makes the nose, and the ‘G’ makes up the rest of the face. This gives the brand a human element and makes it more inviting and approachable.
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5. Airbnb
The interesting-looking symbol that makes up the bulk of the current Airbnb logo design is actually a combination of four other symbols. The teardrop shape at the center of the symbol is meant to be a person’s head, conveying the idea that Airbnb is a people-oriented company. This same teardrop shape is also meant to represent the shape of a location icon – a symbol that people associate with travel and destinations. In addition to mimicking the first letter in the company’s name, the heart-shaped design of the outward symbol is also meant to be just what it looks like – a heart symbol that conveys the idea of love and compassion.
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6. Vaio
Sony Vaio, aka Visual Audio Intelligent Organizer, is known worldwide for its technology, but not everyone knows the meaning behind its logo. Vaio represents the integration of both analog and digital technologies in its products. The letters ‘VA’ is made to look like an analog wave, while the ‘io’ resemble the numbers 1 and 0, representing a digital signal or binary code.
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7. Nike
Nike’s logo always rings our ears with ‘Just do it. Implying in the logo, the swoosh mark is the classic Nike tagline just in the pictorial form. The swoosh mimics the wings of Nike, the goddess of victory in Greek mythology, and the company’s namesake. It also looks like a checkmark and signifies getting things done. With a fluid silhouette evoking motion and speed, you can see how much space there is to instil brand values into an abstract, minimal design.
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8. Beats
The logo for Beats by Dre is pretty simple. The ‘b’is enclosed in a circle, followed by the brand name. The circle, though, isn’t just a circle. It represents a human’s head, and the ‘b’ letterform represents the brand’s headphones. This gives the brand a personal element, allowing a customer to see themselves in the headphones.
Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking for the internet, is named after its headquarters in San Francisco. While its namesake doesn’t have a hidden meaning, the blue stripes above the logotype represent not only an electromagnet but also the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Islamabad: Thursday, June 30, 2021 – U Microfinance Bank Limited is pleased to announce the successful closure of its Fully Paid up, Rated, Privately Placed / DSLR Listed, Unsecured, Subordinated, Perpetual and Non-Cumulative Debt Instrument Additional Tier 1 Capital TFCs of PKR 1,000,000,000. These TFCs will contribute towards U Bank’s Tier-1 capital for Capital Adequacy Ratio (“CAR”) purposes and for the Bank’s on-going business operations to maintain its growth momentum while complying with the requirements of SBP.
In an Industry first, U Bank has successfully acted as the sole arranger of this instrument. This is a momentous milestone for the Microfinance industry, as for the very first time, a Microfinance Bank has acted as the sole arranger of any instrument issued in the history of Pakistan.
Speaking on this fine achievement, President and CEO of U Bank – Mr. Kabeer Naqvi said “U Bank has always strived to scale to new heights not only for itself but also as a service to the microfinance industry. This achievement is a result of sheer hard work, dedication, and commitment from team U Bank and is a testament to the potential this sector is capable of achieving.
U Bank will continue to innovate and strive to achieve greater progress in order to serve its last-mile customer base, thereby achieving its mission of banking the unbanked customer of this country”. He also expressed gratitude to investors and partners who have been very supportive throughout this journey and who helped U Bank in achieving this milestone. He also appreciated the role of the central bank for acknowledging U Bank’s unique role as an innovative financial institution.
Cars are a symbol of many different things. Some represent status and eliteness, while some are just for transport purposes. But, who doesn’t want to own a car that can give you comfort, luxurious experiences and comes equipped with a number of features? Right?
Cars nowadays are offering their drivers a number of features that did not exist until just a year or so ago. One such experience automotive manufacturers are working on introducing completely autonomous cars.
However, over the years, through different channels and experiments, we have heard many different things in regards to self-driving cars. At first, it seemed almost impossible, but then, there was hope. However, we still have a long way to go until we can (if we can that is) master the technology.
Until then, here’s a list of 5 things you should know about self-driving cars
5 Things You Should Know About Self-Driving Cars!
1. Self Driving Cars Is A Hot Topic Since The 1930s!
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It might be a little hard to wrap your head around the fact that the concept of autonomous cars came from the 30s, but it’s true. In the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, driverless technology was presented. Though it was not perfected at the time, experts had believed that this technology would be implemented by 1960.
However, even in the 2000s, no automotive manufacturer was able to successfully implement this tech without having problems. These include accidents and failures. However, tech companies and automotive giants are both keen on turning the idea into reality.
2. Some Vehicles Now Come Equipped With Autonomous Features
Yes, driverless cars may not have been perfect yet, but that doesn’t mean some of these features can’t be enjoyed while a human driver is in the seat. More automotive manufacturers have started to use this technology in their cars for GPS, sensors, radar, and more.
Why should cars have all the fun? GPS and sensor technology is being applied to tractors, mining trucks, cargo trucks, and more!
4. Google Has More Than 50 Self Driving Cars On The Roads
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Google, although we have heard many stories of many of them crashing and burning, has achieved a milestone. the tech titan has more than 5 autonomous cars already on the roads. These cars include 22 Lexus SUVs, which are fully equipped with autonomous technology, and also 33 smaller self-driving prototypes.
5. Most Accidents Involving Driverless Cars Are Due To Human Fault
We all have heard many stories where a self-driving car has met an accident or has met with some sort of bad incident. But, what many people don’t know is that majority of these accidents were actually caused by human error.
In fact, Google’s first driverless car accident occurred because of a driver who rear-ended the driverless one! But yes, you can’t deny the fact that they are not completely safe, not yet anyway. On March 17, 2018, one of Uber’s driverless cars struck and killed a pedestrian in Tempe, Arizona, so there’s that!
We have yet to see what the future holds for self-driving cars until then, stay tuned to Brandsynario.
Gal Gadot, a name in obscurity up until 3 months ago, but now after the release of another Godforsaken superhero movie, it’s now a name which will be etched and remembered in infamy (at least in the so-called more pious err striven nations).
How suddenly have our moral consciences come to the forefront upon learning that Ms.Wonder Woman is an Israeli-born citizen and she obviously served actively in the military?
Seriously, the residents of Gaza could care less for the display of this muted solidarity (the movie taken off the theaters recently in some Muslim countries).I have no bone with Ms. Gadot or have an opinion on her political views, other than just the fact that I think she’s a fine looking woman with an incredible figure.
I have no bone with Ms. Gadot or have an opinion on her political views, other than just the fact that I think she’s a fine looking woman with an incredible figure.
So what’s the fascination about this flick? Well…
(A) Gal Gadot is too darn hot (this is for most men, probably some women too)
(B) The Good trouncing over Evil formula plot
(C) Again, Gal Gadot is way too darn hot
Neither of the above for me. For someone who has actually seen the movie initially due to boredom but honestly for point (A) and partially point (C); the movie fails to steer up imagination at least to the thinking man.
Her secret weapon is the bullet-repel jewelry (we can get that from; her thor-like swordplay; and her ability to bamboozle shockwaves from her wrists). Gotta love the locks sports fans.
Although now I mention it, her hair, pretty impressive. Never been a fan of empathetic almost God-like superheroes Wonder Woman is a good girl with a potential to be bad ass evil. That’s scary!!
Now, Catwoman, played by Selina Kyle, is the superhero we movie goers want to see and probably get a dose of real life inspiration from! Wait for it the punch line is on its way…
There’s something about a bad girl doing good or getting her act together to save the town, city and then probably who knows, the World! Catwoman is my kind of feline heroine, real, sassy, intriguing and true blue cool.
“Cats roam and appear when they feel like it. Not when they’re told.”- CatWoman
I mean look at the tenacity, killed her 9 times, she comes back 9 times stronger, who wouldn’t fall for that kind of courage. Womenfolk should identify with her a lot more, as she is the real protagonist, the one perfect ‘woman’s libber’.
She loves the Bat in Bruce and adores the Wayne in Batman, but she dictates terms her way, have to respect that. And you gotta love them, girls on bikes!
The moral of this sobrique is to lend a penny of thought to the filmmakers to aspire and return the leading roles to the real heroines, negative characters they may be, but their real prowess is that they ‘choose a side’ haway for keeping it real. Hope floats, still !!!
Pakistan has achieved yet another milestone by being the first country to open up the first fee-free university in the world!
Many Pakistani students are unable to acquire proper education due to lack of income leading to a rise in illiteracy in the country, but with this initiative, that gap will be diminished.
Akhuwat University, offering three different master’s degree, will be starting its operations next month with 600 students already enrolled so far.
Opening on 14th August 2018, the university will kickstart its operations in the Kasur district near Lahore.
The executive director of Akhuwat, Dr. Mohammad Amjad Saqib in a conversation with Khaleej Times revealed that the university will be running on the basis of long-term Qarz-e-Hasan.
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This way the students will be able to get an education for free from the university and can pay later whenever they are able to return it – whether it’s after 5,10 or even 20 years!
As a result, they will be able to pay back the fees after they are able to earn enough to support their families and themselves.
Currently, the university is offering Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical and ICT courses for students who are able to pass the entry test conducted by the university.
The criteria for admission is that must have scored at least 75% marks in their matric examination. The university will be enrolling 20% of students from each province of Pakistan.
Akhuwat is also running a fee-free college in Pakistan situated in Lahore with more than 300 students enrolled from all the provinces of Pakistan.
Each one of us must understand the importance of conserving electricity. Moreover, conserving power not only helps to save a lot of money, but it also helps the environment as we’re saving energy.
Pakistan is currently facing extreme hours of electricity shortfall, and it is high time we understand what we can do as responsible citizens. This is the least we can do!
You’ll be saving quite some money!
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Saving electricity can make a huge difference
By saving electricity, we help to reduce electricity shortfall. And if we’re able to save enough electric energy, it will be used to supply electricity to rural areas of the country where there is no electricity even in this advanced era.
Here are five ways you can save electricity and down your bills!
1. Use an inverter AC
Air conditioners are probably the most essential things in summer for most of us. An air conditioner can somewhat control the terrible heat in this hot season. However, did you know that you can save up to 60 percent of electricity by switching to an inverter AC?
2. Start using energy-saving products
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This is very important. No matter what season it is, it is essential to buy your electronic products wisely. For instance, if you have incandescent electric bulbs fitted in your home, replace them with energy-savers or LED lights. For appliances, choose the ones with the latest technology. The newly introduced devices now come with an energy efficiency rating.
3. Switch off lights and fans when there’s no one in the room
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What’s the point of having the lights and fans switched on when there’s no one sitting in the room? Most of us tend to ignore the fact that every light bulb and fan counts. So, it’s wise to switch off the extra lights and fans if not needed. All it takes is a click.
4. Try to let in natural light during the day time
Let that sun in and soak it all in. Good for your health and easy on the electricity bills. If you have big windows and lots of natural light coming inside your home, switch off those lights, and enjoy some daylight! Honestly, you would not need bulbs and tube lights to do your go on with your daily tasks.
5. Use natural ventilation
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In case you want some natural ventilation, you can switch off that AC and fan and enjoy some natural ventilation. It is essential to always get some fresh air. Opening the windows in the evening or night for some fresh breeze would lower the temperature of your home. Also, try this early in the morning, and thank us later.
Trying out these simple tips will help you in ways you would not have imagined!
How are you spending your days in load shedding, and what measures are you taking to reduce this? Let us know in the comments below.
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Lahore – July 01, 2022: Beaconhouse, Pakistan’s largest network of private educational institutions, under its recently introduced Hybrid A Level school, titled Homebridge, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sanjan Nagar Public Education Trust (SNPET), to offer scholarships to Sanjan Nagar students over a period of 5 academic years. The MoU was signed between Harris Sufyan, Project Director at Homebridge by Beaconhouse, and Beena Raza, Member of Board of Trustees, Sanjan Nagar Trust, at a ceremony held in Lahore.
Under this partnership, Beaconhouse will offer merit-based financial assistance to five students registered under SNPET, to cover their admission fee, tuition fee, laboratory charges, LMS (Learning Management System) enrollment, textbooks, and other fees required for various extra-curricular activities. Beaconhouse will also provide necessary devices, including a laptop or a tablet, along with internet connectivity for each student, as required for academic progress in the Hybrid A Level programme.
Commenting on the partnership, Nassir Kasuri, Executive Director at Beaconhouse stated, “The Hybrid A Level programme offered by Homebridge is focused on providing a long-term alternative to on-campus education to the masses who have limited access to high-standard international programmes. Through this partnership with the Sanjan Nagar Trust, we wish to provide better opportunities to deserving students who can receive quality education through an easier, more flexible education model, and have better chances to lead a progressive life.”
Farzana Kausar, Principal Sanjan Nagar School, Lahore stated, “We at Sanjan Nagar Public Education Trust Higher Secondary School (SNPET-HSS) appreciate the Beaconhouse and Homebridge teams for this great initiative in making unequal access to education, equal. We are very excited that SNPET-HSS students will become part of the first batch of this programme and wish the very best to the Homebridge team and our students for their collaborative success.”
The Hybrid A Level school is a flexible model that adopts an innovative framework providing students with the opportunity to pursue international qualifications, without the limitations of time and place. Employing a hybrid teaching method for the CAIE A Levels, the concept focuses on a blend of online and on-campus access, building bridges across socio-economic segments, cultural nuances, and physical distances.
Beaconhouse being an entity providing educational services to a large and diverse group of individuals of varying ages, socio-economic backgrounds and nationalities over 4 decades, has always aimed to bring educational excellence to the masses in Pakistan. There are currently more than 315,000 enrolled across various campuses of Beaconhouse School System in Pakistan.
Sanjan Nagar is a not-for-profit school setup that intends to expand its holistic education system, while also seeking philanthropic efforts from donors for its underprivileged students to build a better future for the nation.
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has invited distinguished members of the global film community to join the organization under various categories and our very own Mohammed Ali Naqvi is one of them. Recognizing his talent and vision, international acclaim and numerous awards in documentary and film making, Naqvi has been invited to become a member of the Oscars under the category of documentaries. It is indeed a moment of tremendous pride for Pakistan.
Mohammed Ali Naqvi is already a member of the Television Academy (Emmys) and IDA (International Documentary Association).
Overall 397 members have been invited in various categories. These member will henceforth be able to vote for the Oscar nominations and winners. Mohammed Ali Naqvi shares this honour with newly-minted Oscar winners Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell (music branch) and Kajol, Ariana De Bose and Troy Kotsar (actors); Paramount chief Brian Robbins and Disney general entertainment chief Dana Walden (executives); and film critic Leonard Maltin (members-at-large). Full list is available at www.oscars.org/news/academy-invites-397-membership
It is heartening to see that our talent is receiving global recognition and is sharing the stage with the big name of the world. The stage is set and the spotlight has started shining on our film industry, it is now for us to make the most of this opportunity and create an enabling environment for our stars to shine internationally.
Mohammed Ali Naqvi (www.monaqvi.com), is a well-known name internationally, and has won many accolades for his ground-breaking work. He is a Pakistani-American filmmaker whose films explore themes of human rights, social justice, politics, and identity in contemporary Muslim and South Asian narratives.
The recipient of two Amnesty International Human Rights Awards and a Grand Prix from the United Nations Association Festival, Naqvi served as Co-Executive Producer of the Netflix Original Top 10 docuseries Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror. He received the inaugural Television Academy™️ Honor for directing and producing Showtime Original Shame. Naqvi has an Emmy-nominated Among the Believers (PBS) documentary and an Asian Media Award winner The Accused: Damned Or Devoted?
The impact of Naqvi’s work and his commitment to human rights extends beyond the screen. He sits on the board of Mukhtaran Mai Women’s Welfare Organization and his film Pakistan’s Hidden Shame, prompted Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan to open a shelter for homeless children in KPK province.
Naqvi seeks narrative projects that emphasize multicultural perspectives in diverse stories and genres. His work also includes a road-trip drama and an indie comedy.
Alizeh Shah is back under the radar of social media, and higher authorities as a reputable production house have filed a complaint against the actress.
Alizeh Shah In Trouble
The news came to light as the production company filed a complaint to the UPA (United Producers Association). According to the details of the notice, the actress left the shooting of her upcoming drama without informing the producers. The shooting was happening in Kashmir, and the actress’s sudden departure landed the production house under financial stress.
The reports also notified the Ehd-e-wafa star’s worsening attitude on the set. It was mentioned that Alizeh Shah was throwing tantrums and her entitled attitude made the work dynamics difficult for everyone on the set. Hence, the starlet left the set of “Mohabbat Ki Akhri Kahani” un-announced. Mohabbat Ki Akhri Kahani is a multistarrer production by Eveready Pictures and stars Sami Khan in the lead.
While there is no news about the decision of the complaint, it is arbitrary to mention that Shah has been termed ‘’unprofessional’’ and ‘’rude’’ by her fellow co-stars on certain occasions.
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The Past Complaints
Previously, actor and director Yasir Nawaz, in an interview, mentioned Alizeh Shah as ‘the most difficult actress’ to work with. Meanwhile, many other actors, including Zarnish Khan and Naveed Raza set the record straight about the actress’s problematic behaviour.
Zarnish Khan added that the actress tends to hold grudges on set with her fellow co-stars. She also called out shah by calling her Batamez since she has no regard or respect for her fellow actors.
Since this is not the first time, the actress has been called out for her unprofessional behaviour. However, this might be the final blow to her career. Alizeh Shah had been away from the social media highlights after the controversies related to smoking, her infamous outfit at the lux style awards and later Yasir Nawazs’ statement.
Despite everything that has happened, the actress might have difficulty staying consistent in her career moving forward.
The latest ban on imported items from abroad, including clothing items, has left many Pakistanis stressed and confused. Where do they get their clothes from then? In an ideal world, we wouldn’t be bothered by this because our local industry would be making impeccable clothes. However, that isn’t the case with Pakistan! The local industry’s clothing standards and policies are hopeless and here’s a deep dive into this topic:
The Facebook group called ‘Voice of Customer’ often makes you want to lose all hope entirely. Just 2 minutes of scrolling will bring forth at least 10 complaints about experiences with poor quality clothing from local shops. For instance, jeans from Breakout are losing their color after one wash. Beechtree’s clothes start tearing apart after one wash. Then there’s Sana Safinaz who is said to have terrible stitching!
And the worst part is these are just the most famous ones— what are other brands up to then?
Eid Fiasco With Ethnic
On the Eid-ul-Fitr that just passed, we covered extensively what Ethnic was up to. Ethnic is a local brand that makes desi, as well as, western clothes. On Eid, 90% of the people who bought from Ethnic had a terrible experience. The color bled out, clothes got torn, stitching was open…. you name it, the issue was there.
These instances are one too many, especially with Ethnic who can always continue operating without any accountability.
Why The Poor Quality?
These complaints are only those that are brought to our attention through social media. Imagine the whole range of complaints that go unheard or simply are not logged on social media. They indicate that the local clothing landscape is struggling— there are too many buyers and the demand is too great hence, companies feel they can create whatever.
After all, where else can we go now? In countries abroad, the complaint ratio would be less than half and even the other complaints would be catered to. Customers come first, don’t they? Unfortunately, in Pakistan, they don’t with no refund or exchange policies available half the time. We’ve grown used to being scammed and letting those who scam us leave scot-free. If we all came together and boycotted these brands today, perhaps others would learn something too!
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has restricted opening Letter of Credits of several industries and the auto industry remains one of the most affected by the issue, which was created in the aftermath of falling foreign exchange reserves to worrisome levels.
According to car manufacturers, the LC crisis could lead to up to two months of idle production of the auto industry. It means many car assemblers have been forced to abandon their plant operations because their import supply of parts has been halted.
Toyota, listed as Indus Motor Company in Pakistan, recently announced that the State Bank of Pakistan’s LC approval constraints for CKD imports and drastic rupee devaluation are causing considerable problems for the auto industry and have disrupted its production.
“Thus, we are unable to meet the tentative delivery timelines committed on pending orders. The prevailing situation is being reviewed and we will be soon announcing the revised delivery schedule as well as the re-opening of order intake,” IMC stated in a notification.
The State Bank has been forced to curtail imports amid foreign exchange reserves depletion into dangerous level. It fell below $9 billion recently, but a recent approximately $2.3 billion payment from neighboring country China has helped Pakistan regain a slightly comfortable $10 billion level.
Reports suggest that many car companies have suspended operations at their plants amid a shortage of CKDs (completely knocked down units). CKDs are disassembled major car parts that auto companies in Pakistan import from countries including Japan, Thailand, Indonesia and China.
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LC is a financial instrument that is used in international banking transactions carried by businesses to import goods from other countries. The LC has to be done through a country’s central bank such as the State Bank in Pakistan’s case. The State Bank gives sovereign guarantee to foreign exporters’ banks that importers in Pakistan will honor the payment contract. If the State Bank doesn’t allow it, there is no other way for companies to import.
The State Bank has been forced to curtail imports amid foreign exchange reserves depletion into dangerous level. It fell below $9 billion recently, but a recent approximately $2.3 billion payment from neighboring country China has helped Pakistan regain a slightly comfortable $10 billion level.
Master Changan Director Sales Shabbiruddin has been quoted as saying that the LC issue may halt two months of car assembling. When an import order is placed with LC, it normally takes 45 days to two months for the CKDs to reach the factory.
It means many auto companies could see their production lines remaining idle for up to two months. At this point in time, car companies aim to assemble cars for 10 months in the fiscal year 2022-23.
This issue, along with other issues such as the State Bank’s car financing restrictions, high policy rate, rising car prices and inflation may see auto industry contract by 30% in the fiscal year 2022-23.
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The auto industry is keeping its fingers crossed just like many other industries that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) soon resumes its programme in Pakistan and the country receives IMF loan tranches.
Starting the IMF programme will also pave the way for other donors to initiate loan payments to Pakistan as IMF programme resumption gives them confidence that Pakistan has the capacity to pay back the loan they would give it – means the country may not default, which remains a major concern for the donors.
Game development involves more than simple traditional programming, including coding graphic components, developing features, and testing iterations. Working in this field is undoubtedly challenging, but game development is incredibly rewarding.
We are well aware of the fact that the world is moving toward digitalization, and as a result, Pakistan’s young and talented developers have already been captivated by the potential of developing digital games. With such enthusiasm, several game developers have proved that Pakistan is home to a vibrant and growing number of game developers. Year 2020 was a landmark year for Pakistan in terms of Global Gaming downloads, revenue and time spent.
Research has shown that the emerging industry will become a $219 billion market by 2024 and is expected to cross $340 billion by 2027. Such numbers have enticed a lot of developers in Pakistan to step into this industry. In 2022, various initiatives like Think Games and Gaming Growth Lab garnered appreciation from all corners of the gaming industry of Pakistan.
These initiatives intrigued many developers with the online gaming community being made aware of numerous opportunities, by Think Games. It’s incredible to see how Google supports game developers by offering the latest tools and solutions that can help them achieve sustainable growth, whether they’re looking to go global or seeking revenue opportunities.
Through the workshop, it was revealed that Pakistan games have generated the most revenue from North America and Europe. During the timeframe of 2018-2021, the revenue has increased by 125 per cent and gained more momentum during the pandemic surge. Pakistan game developers have done a phenomenal job in Casual to Mid-core subgenres, and are well-positioned to capture the growing demand. Local developers like Hazel Mobile Group, Game District, and GeniTeam have gained recognition on the international stage.
On the other hand, Google’s Gaming Growth Lab effort was aimed at finding and developing the upcoming generation of top gaming companies. The programme lasted 11 weeks, and Google provided the developers with intense training and assistance. By tackling their business challenges, the initiative was undertaken to assist Pakistan’s emerging mobile gaming studios in realizing their full potential.
Participants had access to a wide spectrum of Google and gaming industry experts during training courses and received in-depth consultations. A total of 54 mobile gaming studios graduated after completing the programme. Being the 4th largest talent pool with 350k developers under its belt, it is fantastic to see such initiatives being taken in Pakistan. It demonstrates how Google’s efforts have sparked the enthusiasm of talented game-creators in the country.
To top it all off, Google came up with the most recent trends, insights, and research to help developers comprehend the prospects in gaming – thus fulfilling the long-desired wishes of digital devotees who were anxiously waiting for such initiatives. Such practices for the gaming ecosystem would undoubtedly help Pakistan to rise to the top of the global gaming market.
Netflix has become a recent favorite of mine for combining all my favorite shows and movies on one single platform. Considering we are all in quarantine, the use of the streaming app has considerably increased.
With the increase in usage, I have discovered many new options that Netflix has updated, such as the top 10 tv shows/films in the region, etc. which are excellent. However, the most annoying existing option is ‘Continue Watching.’ Why? Because sometimes I don’t want certain shows/movies on the list.
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It has happened multiple times that I have played a tv show/movie and not liked it. So how do I remove such films and shows from my ‘Continue Watching’ list? Well, for android users, Netflix just introduced a way for the very first time.
To remove any show/movie off the list, there’s a little “three-dot” menu icon on the title that you can conveniently select “Remove from the row,” and you’re done!
For Apple users, just fast forward to the end of the movie or the very last seasons’ last episode, and that should do the trick too.
Just recently, Netflix came out with another feature of turning off one of its most annoying features, the autoplay of trailers when you hover over any title. You can now turn them off too.
‘Continue Watching’ can also prove to be a great feature if you’re binge-watching your favorite TV show. You can start exactly where you left.
Happy quarantine!
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Inflation is at an all-time high globally, as well as, in Pakistan. This means that our usual ways of entertaining ourselves, like through shopping, have also become unbearably expensive. So what does one do then? Leave shopping? That’s a hard pass. What you can do is shop is adopt shopping hacks to save more during inflation. Here’s how:
We don’t really have a habit of doing this but trust us when we say this: it helps! Signing up to newsletters not only means you get a discount first for your purchase but it also means that you will get access to other things. Early sale access, private sale access etc.
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2. Shop Off-season
In these June and July sales, you should be looking for winterwear. This is because since it is off-season, they will be at their most discounted. You can keep them for when the season comes and here’s the best part: your size will be available.
3. Get Gift Cards
Buying gift cards is an excellent way to shop during inflation. This shopping hack works because when you buy them online, you get more credit than what you paid. Moreover, when you buy a gift card, you store your money in it!
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4. Go Thrifting
We can not emphasize this enough. Start opening yourself up to pre-loved clothing or thrift clothing. This isn’t just restricted to clothes also. You can buy refurbished items for every category and also opt for re-used things. You save a ton and get the same thing. Isn’t that a win-win?
5. Go Cash-Free
Going cash-free is underestimated. The slash in the taxes by 11% does a lot when you’re shopping. Start keeping money with you only in the form of credit or debit cards and shop easily.
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6. Wait For Deals
Gone are the days when we could purchase whatever we liked at full prices. Now, we wait for deals. This also means waiting for deals even on food items or every other category. Nowadays deals will start coming in abundance because these shops also know that’s the only way to drive sales.
