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What Are Jacket Potatoes? 7 Recipes You Should Definitely Try

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Jacket Potatoes, as the name suggests, are not potatoes wearing jackets unless you think of the aluminum foil as a jacket for a potato. No kidding! These are our regular baked potatoes which are given the signature name in the United Kingdom. The name was given due to the distinctive texture of baked potato which feels crispy from the outside but warm and fluffy from the inside. They are delicious and easy to cook while also being fulfilling and satisfying.

If you have ever tried a baked potato, then chances are, they have taken over your mind and you just can’t have enough of them. Lucky for you, we have brought about the perfect baked potato recipes that will curb all your baked potato cravings.

1. Sizzling Baked Potato 

Add a hint of fancy to your regular baked potato with this sizzling skillet recipe. This loaded potato is enough to fulfill your midnight hunger pangs.

2. Quickest Baked Potato Recipe 

This one has to be the easiest baked potato recipe ever. All you need to do is get your hands on good-quality potatoes and a microwave to fix yourself a quick snack.

Read More: 7 Easy Recipes For Pakistani Students Who Are Away From Home

3. Baked Jacket Potatoes 

If you like to be a little extra with your recipes then try these baked potatoes to vow your family and friends over a dinner party.

4. Cheesy Jacket Potato

If you like to keep it simple and classy then this cheesy potato recipe is the one for you. With minimal ingredients and limited cooking time, this recipe is a go-to for all of those who don’t like to cook.

5. Air Fried Baked Potato 

If you cannot compromise on calories in the name of taste, that certainly shouldn’t stop you from munching on this delicious snack. This baked potato recipe ensures that you get the most traditional taste without having to hog on cheese and heavy toppings.

6. Stuffed Jacket Potato

This easy-to-make jacket potato recipe is the perfect quick fix for snake time. All you need to do is to replace the bacon with chicken chunks and you are good to go.

7. Chicken Stuffed Potato 

This recipe is like no other and probably the best out of the bunch. These heavily loaded potatoes with the goodness of chicken and cheese are enough to satisfy your craving and make a perfect side dish for dinner parties.

Read More: 5 Delightful Honey Desserts To Make Your Day Extra Sweet

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EV Charging Stations In Karachi

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Usman Kashmirwala
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In Karachi, the nation’s first ultra-rapid DC charging station for electric cars was officially opened in June 2022. The first and only Ultra-Rapid DC charging station in Pakistan, equipped with Siemens SICHARGE D series chargers with power up to 160kW, was revealed in Karachi by Audi in conjunction with SIEMENS.

Abdul Haseeb Khan, CEO of Libra Energy Solutions, stated in his welcoming speech that his family has been in the oil industry for the past 50 years. The first Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station was subsequently opened here in the 1990s by his father, Abdul Sami Khan. At this point, he has also included an EV charging station.

How efficient is this step

He asked the government to provide a subsidy to lower the cost of EV charging. Additionally, he asked for electric pole-mounted transformers (PMTs) near roads so they could add more of these charging stations there. So you can drive your EV from here to Murree with ease, he remarked.

He gave some information on their specific charging station, stating that it is the first rapid charger in Pakistan and that charging larger vehicles, such as the Audi e-tron, will only take 15 minutes while charging smaller vehicles will only take four or five minutes.

The cost behind the process

Such charging facilities are a need on your routes. He said that the cost of moving automobiles from one city to the next would be low and that there is lots of undeveloped space next to our motorways that could be used for solar farms.

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Individuals who switched to electric vehicles have completely eliminated their gasoline expenditures since I myself own one. Fuel costs reach an all-time high in 2022. According to him, these cars are also environmentally good since you can always get renewable energy from the sun and wind.

Small electric vehicles will be charged at Rs 2,000, while big vehicles would be taxed at Rs 4,000, according to CEO of LIBRA Charging Hub Abdul Haseeb Khan. He claimed that the promotion of electric technology in automobiles is a result of the rise in gasoline prices.

The optimum locations

As Karachi’s Mayor mentioned, we could learn where it would be most practical to put up charging points as we gain more experience with the technology. The KMC is with you, and together, we can persuade other gas stations and gasoline dispensers to adopt this technology as well.” Along with EVs’ ability to help rescue the environment, we can also help with policies and laws related to this. A discussion with the federal government about installing charge stations along the roadway because they are also looking for ways to decrease costs can be beneficial.

EV Charging Stations In Karachi

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While the influx of electric vehicles in Pakistan especially in Karachi is growing rapidly, it is enlightening to watch the response these vehicles are getting and proving critics wrong about the sustainability and life of electric vehicles in a country like Pakistan. Below is a list of places where some of the EV charging stations in Karachi can be found.

The future of the automobile industry

While the Pakistani car sector is still growing despite skyrocketing prices and average quality as in the past, it is now turning a new leaf as it concentrates on introducing new international brands like Hyundai Nishat Motors and Kia Motors. Quality also comes together with cost reduction and operational efficiency. This further extends the monopolistic feature of the market’s saturation, which benefits the customers. Electric vehicles have also shown hints of success, although there is still more work to be done in that area. It will be fascinating to observe how electric cars fare in a developing nation when the price of power is at an all-time high and the safety of property is questionable.

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Cycle for Change

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Press Release
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Over 250 cyclists participated in The Citizens Foundation (TCF) Event Cycle for Change this year to help raise funds to bring flood-affected children in Pakistan back to school.  A significant number of cyclist groups participated from various parts of Karachi and gathered at TCF School Shirin Sultan Dossa Campus, Qayyumabad  to advocate for quality education. This is the second year into this event owing to its huge success last year and it will be celebrated as an annual TCF Event.

The event was also attended by various sponsors and supporters including Main Sponsor, Careem Pakistan. Mr. Feroz Jaleel, Country Head Careem Pakistan stated – “We are immensely happy and overwhelmed to see that our colleagues and customers have donated wholeheartedly for the betterment of society. By leveraging the power of modern technology, we can together create a great impact in gathering donations for our affected fellow countrymen. Making a deeper impact is part of Careem’s DNA and we are blessed to have this opportunity in partnership with TCF.”

Currently, 3.5 million children in Pakistan are facing a learning disruption due to the flood crisis – worsening the education crisis in the country. Displacement, loss of family income and damage to the education infrastructure are forcing children to drop out of school; many are taking up work to support their families, while girls are at an increased risk of child marriages.

In order to address this challenge, TCF is proceeding with not just rebuilding the schools that got damaged, but is determined to bring these vulnerable children back to school and safeguard their future through quality education.

“Cities, Urban Change, and heritage management”: the first Social Sciences Winter School launched at the IBA Karachi

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Web Desk
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The first Social Sciences Winter School, jointly organized by the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi and Centre for South Asian Studies in Paris (CEIAS, CNRS-EHESS) was launched at the IBA City Campus. The theme of the first winter school is Cities, urban change and heritage management through geotechnologies and digital humanities. Running from November 21 to 26, the school will try to address issues at the interface between cities, urban change, and heritage management focusing on scales of interpretation, theoretical questioning and methodological frameworks, and in interaction with various local and international stakeholders.

Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA and one of the organizers of the winter School opened the session discussing the importance of collaborations between the French scholars and local academicians. He mentioned that about 50 participants had joined the school from different locations and multidisciplinary fields to learn more about cities and urban spaces.

His speech was followed by Dr. Remy Delage, Co-director of CEIAS and organizer of the school. He discussed how the winter school was “the culmination of a long process of creation, collaboration and interchanging of ideas between scholars from both countries and that go back to discussions from the time before the COVID-19 pandemic”. He further elaborated on the three workshops that were offered during the first social science winter school: Workshop 1 – Heritage, public space and collaborative mapping: conceptions, practices and appropriations, Workshop 2 – City, architectural space and monuments: heritage perceptions, uses and management, and Workshop 3 – Interrogating the city from document to archive. He ended his speech on the hope that more of such collaborations would continue between the two countries in the coming years.

Dr. Michel Boivin, Co-director of CEIAS, elaborated on the history of the relationship between the French scholars and the research they have conducted in Pakistan. “The first French scholar came to work in Pakistan in 1950s who were archaeologists, when the CEIAS was also created with a focus on social sciences in South Asia. The winter school, therefore, is a symbol of achievement and is a very important event for us as it is a reminder of the evolution and continuation of the relationship between the Pakistani and French scholars”.

Mr. Arif Hasan, Architect and Chairperson, Karachi Urban Resource Centre, delivered the keynote address titled, “A yet undefined city”. His speech was focused on the way Karachi has evolved over the years and the role migration has played in expanding the city. He discussed how rapidly changing circumstances due to changing nature of migration have made it difficult to define the city and therefore difficult to identify, manage and conserve the city’s tangible and intangible heritage.

Additional plenary sessions were also organized to explore different themes unique to each workshop. Speakers included Dr. Anila Naeem, Professor and Chairperson, Department of Architecture and Planning, NED University of Engineering and Technology; Dr. Eric Denis, Co-director, CEIAS, Paris; and Yves Ubelmann, Architect, ICONEM, Paris. Dr. Naeem discussed the complexities of identification and recognition of heritage assets in urban centers and the need for the support systems to manage these historic assets in cities.

Aimed at students, emerging scholars and young professionals, the winter school will use advanced methodological and technological tools to provide intensive training to tackle urban questions from different angles and to explore the nexus between cities, urban change and heritage management. Multidisciplinary workshops like these impart valuable skills and prepare participants to use digital humanities and geotechnologies to design proposals and recommendations in the field of urban planning and heritage management.

Amazing Football Games For All The FIFA Lovers

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Usman Kashmirwala
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Amazing Football Games For All The FIFA Lovers
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One of EA Sports’ most well-known titles, FIFA, is already a household name in the gaming world. Whether they are a fan of football or not, almost everyone who plays video games must have played FIFA at some point. Therefore, we’ve compiled a list of 5 fantastic mobile football games that you may play in addition to FIFA Football. What better way to unwind when the building is under lockdown?

  1. Dream League Soccer

Dream League Soccer 2020 is undoubtedly an excellent substitute for FIFA Football and is debatably among the top football (or soccer, if you prefer) games available on the Play Store. The game has amazing 3D visuals and includes more than 3500 licensed players that you can employ to assemble your squad and compete against the top football clubs in the world!

  1. Real Football

Real Football, an Android game that Gameloft first released back in 2012, has managed to compete favorably with the other Football games that are readily accessible on the Play Store. Real Football’s PVP World Arena mode allows you to create your own squad and compete against other players. Real Football makes up for its maybe lacking outstanding visuals by having only 31 MB in size!

  1. E football PES

Pro Evolution Soccer, often known as PES, has probably been Konami’s talisman for a very long period because it is regarded as the finest Football game of all time together with FIFA. PES is our top choice as a FIFA substitute because of its outstanding 3D graphics, online and offline play features, and abundance of licensed players to assemble your squad.

  1. Ultimate Football

Another fantastic option to FIFA Football that offers you a ton of engaging and addicting gaming stuff is Ultimate Football. The game allows you to create a squad and participate in three distinct game types, including Career, World Cup, and Friendly, despite the absence of licensed players. This may be your best option if you’re a casual gamer seeking a simple football game.

  1. Score! Hero

Now, technically, you win! Hero doesn’t quite provide you with the same level of football action as the other games on this list. Instead, it enables you to shoot and score goals from challenging and original settings with simply a flick of the finger. One may play it for hours on end without getting tired thanks to the game’s inventive barebones principles and basic enough controls. One of my personal favorites.

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5 Delightful Honey Desserts To Make Your Day Extra Sweet

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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While honey offers a variety of benefits in the kitchen and for health ailments, the role of honey in desserts is extremely understated. You might be wondering whether they taste better than sugar ones or if honey alters the texture of desserts. The answer is, honey can offer an excellent alternative to regular sugar which can also be consumed by people who are on a sugar-restricted diet. If you haven’t explored the world of honey desserts, let us share some of the best recipes you can try this season.

1. Russian Honey Cake 

This traditional honey cake is nothing like a traditional cake. The eight-layered delight takes a long cooking time but the result is totally worth the wait. The cake layers are filled with the savory taste of cream cheese perfectly balancing the texture and taste of honey. Pair the cake with your evening tea or serve at a brunch for an elevated taste.

2. Honey Oat Bars 

It’s time to ditch store-bought oat bars and convert to a DIY recipe because not only it will save you some extra bucks but also offers a healthy option without any preservatives. This three-ingredient honey oat bar recipe is a perfect mix of sweet and salty full of nutrients enough to satisfy your sweet tooth.

3. Honey Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies don’t get better than this! This easy cookie recipe is the perfect treat for yourself and your kids to munch on any day. With minimal ingredients and less cooking time, these cookies are a perfect thing to bake for midnight sugar cravings.

Read More: 7 Easy Recipes For Pakistani Students Who Are Away From Home

4. Honey & Almond Bars

The almond honey bars are a go-to for any snack emergencies. This easy-to-make unconventional dessert is a fix for any sugar cravings you might experience on a day-to-day basis. The best part? It takes less than an hour to create this recipe.

5. Honey Souffle

Step aside, chocolate souffle! This honey souffle is the one thing you sure have to try among these recipes. A perfect option to serve at tea parties and brunches. The recipe can be created quickly without spending extra time in the kitchen.

Read More: 7 Benefits Of Water Chestnuts You Never New About

Which one would you love to try? Let us know in the comments below.

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7 Things Brands Don’t Want You To Know

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Over years, brands tend to develop a relationship with their customers. However, despite developing a seemingly open connection there are various things brands don’t share with their consumers. If you think you know it you might be in the wrong! Today, we share all the brand secrets which you need to know as a consumer.

1. Brands Know Everything About Influencers

Brands tend to look at everything from an objective point of view. Before reaching out to influencers brand tend to look out for their public reach their profiles on all social media platforms and gather as much information as they can get. In all the content that influencers post, the brands decipher everything down to the bottom before finalizing the best fit for a particular campaign.

2. Brand Don’t Care About Followers 

A common misconception is that brands reach out to influencers with a high follower count. However, the truth is far from it. While reaching the influencers the brands can eliminate a lot of external factors required for the production of an advertising campaign. Meanwhile, influencers can do all that work without having to look for any manpower. Brands look for an organic audience that the influencers can draw to market their product and your follower count will not certainly dictate the bucks you are making.

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3. Responding Quickly To Brands Is Key To Landing Campaigns 

Brands prefer influencers who are quick on their feet when it comes to getting back to emails. When it comes to approaching influencers brands tend to contact multiple people at the same time. If you are not getting reached out for enough gigs, the chances are you are in the wrong.

Read More: 4 Stores In Pakistan Where You Can Shop For Preloved Branded Sneakers

4. Brands Pay Differently 

It is very common occurring for brands to pay a different sum of money to different influencers even if their follower count or reach is the same. The brands often reach out to influencers who might offer something different within the same domain. If the brand is having a difficult time finding the right fit for their campaign they might end up paying them more once they are found. Treat brands in such a way that they cannot afford to walk away from you.

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5. Influencers Can Put The Brands In Trouble 

While working with a brand, the representative is likely working under a boss. If influencers make a big fuss about certain details and changes, the representative is answerable to the boss which can make their life difficult. So, rather than being a problem trying to be a part of the solution is the foolproof way to ensure that the brand will reach out to you again.

6. Brand Goes Back To Their Devoted Influencers 

Building rapport with your contacts will always bring in more money. Why? Because brands like to work with influencers who can give in to brands’ small requests. Meanwhile, if you are an easy goer the chances are that the representatives will most likely remember you even if they switch their job and move to a different domain.

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7. Being Smart Is Very Important 

Certain brands out there are shady and they are always thinking about how to lure someone into the campaign who doesn’t know about rights and exclusivity. Investing in your knowledge rather than fancy gear is most important if you want to survive in the industry long term.

Read More: Men’s Fashion Trends In Pakistan You Need To Know For Winter

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ACCA, IFAC Release A Global Guide On Public Financial Management Reforms

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Ariba Raza
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Pakistan – Monday, 21st November, 2022:A new joint guide by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) released at the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) aims to boost PFM reforms across the globe by defining for the first time the idea of professionalisation specifically in the context of public sector finance.

The guide also features case studies of good practice from Tanzania, the UK, Cyprus, the Philippines, Pakistan, Malaysia and Wales.

A global guide for professionalisation in public sector finance provides a definition of what professionalisation means in public sector finance, sets out the benefits of professionalisation, and offers a high-level roadmap to support global good practice in professionalisation.

Discussing the global guide ahead of a panel discussion at WCOA,Joseph Owolabi, ACCA president, said: “Professionalisation brings credibility, trust and confidence in public finances by supplementing the systems and public finance processes with the right skills for accountability, transparency, good governance and external scrutiny. A professionalised workforce within a finance function supplies more than accounting information. It brings wide value to public sector finances – providing improved revenue collection, effective budgetary controls, and the data required to support policy decision making.”

Kevin Dancey, IFAC CEO, said:“We are looking to rebalance the focus so that it is not only on the process, but also on the people. The value of the accountancy profession, whether in the public or private sectors, comes from the experience, skills, judgement and ethical behaviour of its people.By increasing the number of professional accountants working in the public sector, we will no doubt add to the credibility and effectiveness of PFM, and reinforce trust in public services and spending.”

Achieving professionalisation brings multiple benefits to the economy, governments and individuals. It means greater financial credibility for economies, improved financial management discipline for governments, and greater access to diverse career options for individuals.

Alex Metcalfe, ACCA’s head of the public sector, said: “Political leadership and commitment for professionalisation is the most important factor for sustaining PFM reforms over time.In some countries, there is a lack of recognition that change is needed at all. In other countries, PFM reforms have concentrated on moving from cash-based to accrual-based accounting. But now more effort is urgently required to professionalise public finance staff and provide opportunities for training for professional qualifications.”

Access the global guide here.

Men’s Fashion Trends In Pakistan You Need To Know For Winter 2022

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Usman Kashmirwala
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Men's Fashion Trends In Pakistan You Need To Know For Winter 2022
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Let’s discuss the newest winter vogue styles for guys in 2022! We are aware that males of both sexes show an equal level of interest in fashion trends. They are extremely interested in how they should dress and present themselves, and they regularly groom themselves since this is the trend. As the winter season approaches, all guys are undoubtedly, searching for the newest and most fashionable trends. Follow these trends this winter if you want to look sharp and stylish while still looking cool and dashing:

Beanies

Nothing else but beanies and caps are the most beautiful and contemporary winter accessories for elegant men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing worn by celebrities! Some people are aware of the best ways to keep warm and seductive during winter by using clever, inexpensive winter accessories.

Boots

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There are several options for buying different boots in retailers, including combat boots, knee-high boots, and ankle boots. These boots are stylish, and appropriate for formal and semi-formal settings, and they are climate-friendly.

Oversized coats

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Even if it isn’t extremely cold outdoors right now (in some locations, it never is), you still need a coat. The truth is, you might not need a hefty or thick winter coat. Instead, a huge, oversized overcoat that can keep your hands warm while still looking fashionable can be more practical. Additionally, jackets are an essential item for everyone, from children to adults.

Shawls

Shawls are the first and most popular winter fashion trend we are now observing. If you’re wearing a shalwar qameez, be sure to add a shawl to complete the appearance. We guarantee that you’ll look like a respectable man. This shawl component goes perfectly with your ethnic attire! Now that there is such a huge selection of shawl accessories on the market, you may choose the one that best suits your own style!

Puffer jackets

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Then there is the jacket craze! It is one of the hippest winter fashion trends that all guys should choose. If you are wearing jeans and a shirt, this jacket is a must-have item that you need to wear and dress up as well. The style of leather jackets is pretty popular for this winter so it is time to experiment with the puffer that keeps you warm and fits you well at the same time. But you may also get any other type of fabric jacket. Wearing a jacket in the winter will give you a rugged, truly dashing appearance.

V neck sweaters

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The final trend we’ll discuss is the tendency for sweaters, especially in young males. You may get some fashionable sweaters for yourself and pair them with a shalwar qameez or shirt and jeans outfit. Fitted V-neck sweaters can be a good move for your winter style.

Zameen.com Holds Another Successful PSE in Lahore

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Zameen.com recently organized another successful Property Sales Event (PSE) in Lahore. More than 45 investment projects were also presented at the event, including Beach Resort by Icon, Jinnah Square Residential Apartments and Urban Premium Residences. It is pertinent to mention that all projects on display are exclusively marketed and sold by Zameen.com. Moreover, to make the event even more lucrative, special deals and discounts were offered for on-spot bookings.

Zameen.com’s high-ranking officials were present for this grand one-day property affair, including Senior Director Sales (Lahore) Chaudhry Laeeque Iftikhar, Directors Project Sales Basil Hafeez, Hafiz Usman Sarwar, and Ali Rehan, along with other relevant stakeholders. During the event, launching ceremonies of Residency One and B 45 projects were also held.

On the occasion, Zameen.com Senior Director Sales (Lahore) Chaudhry Laeeque Iftikhar stated that Zameen.com had introduced innovative property trends in Pakistan’s real estate market, which had resulted in the overall progress of the sector.

BARD Foundation takes the lead to ensure high quality science education in collaboration with Roshni homes trust

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Web Desk
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BARD Foundation is funding Roshni Homes Trust x Sciencefuse programme, which aims to teach high-quality science education in a creative way to children of Roshni Homes first, then across the ‘Golden Triangle’ (Sialkot, Gujrat and Gujranwala). Sciencefuse is a social enterprise working to improve the quality of science education among 3- to 14-year-old students.

This is an after-school program that not only teaches children about science in a dynamic way but also trains the trainers. The program will focus on the training of RHT educators and will broaden its scope to select 20-25 teachers in Gujranwala through community partnerships with various schools and orphanages.

Talking about the collaboration, Ms. Mehreen Dawood said, “Bard Foundation is delighted to be a vital part of this social enterprise that not only aims to educate the students but also look forward to train the trainers to make students excel in scientific understanding development. We look forward to broaden the horizon of this joint venture with Roshni Homes Trust to instill creativity and ensure advanced science education to students in other cities like Gujrat, Sialkot and Gujranwala. Through this targeted initiative, students will be able to develop critical learning and research skills that will foster their scientific comprehension in practical fields.

Science instils a sense of intrigue and enables students to develop understanding and form questions based both on the knowledge they already have and the insight they wish to gain in the future. Students who excel in science lessons are likely to develop a strong ability to think critically.

Science stimulates the natural curiosity that drives learners and inspires them to discover the mysteries of the world around them. BARD Foundation comes forward to be the lead support for young children to assist them in their sensory explorations of outer world. Through this initiative we aim to inspire the youth to dream big and achieve even bigger.

The Best Smartphones 2022 Around The World

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Usman Kashmirwala
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It’s reasonable to assume that this year’s significant phone launches are over as we go into the winter. These suggestions ought to be effective up until early February when Samsung updates its top line with the Galaxy S23 series. Overall, 2022 has been all about little upgrades that improve gadgets but don’t provide many reasons to upgrade.

The phones mentioned below have fantastic cameras, good everyday performance, and are built to last for four, five, or even six years. We’ll help you choose the greatest phone for you and make sure it’s worth the price since you always get what you pay for, no matter how much you’re spending.

  1. iPhone 14 Pro

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Many iPhone users will not be upgrading this year, especially if they are upgrading from a 12 or a 13. However, if you really want a new iPhone right away and want the greatest model available, the Pro is the best option. Apple introduces several new concepts with the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max that are absent from the normal iPhone 14. One such concept is “Dynamic Island,” a fun mash-up of hardware and software that transforms the notch into a shape-shifting status indicator. A new high-resolution camera and an always-on display are also included.

  1. Google Pixel 7 Pro

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The Pixel 7 Pro has the feel of the device that its forerunner ought to have been. It’s better late than never; the 7 Pro (and the 7, on its own) is a premium smartphone with long battery life, a consistently fantastic camera, and great daily performance. The best part is that it is a bit more affordable than flagship models, coming in at $899.

  1. iPhone 13

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If you choose the 13, neither the screen nor the CPU is compromised in any way. There is no smooth-scrolling ProMotion on the 6.1-inch screen of the iPhone 13, nor is there one on the iPhone 14. Both phones use an A15 Bionic processor, and while the 14 has a modest boost with an additional GPU core, both offer superb performance.

  1. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

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With Samsung’s Galaxy range, the “Ultra” designation no longer just denotes the largest phone; rather, it now signifies the largest phone and everything else. Five cameras, a large, brilliant 6.8-inch OLED with up to 120Hz refresh rate, and, oh yes, a built-in pen are all features of the S22 Ultra. More than that, it seems like the culmination of slab-style smartphone development. It is the Note series’ replacement.

  1. Google Pixel 6A

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The Pixel 6A adheres to the same budget phone formula Google has been using for years: give essential Google functionality in simple, condensed hardware. Previously, that meant receiving the flagship phones’ camera systems. With the 6A, that formula saw a little alteration. You now receive an older camera system along with the same Tensor custom chipset as the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. The Pixel 6A is a fantastic all-around affordable gadget, and even without the newest technology, it’s a recipe that works.

  1. Samsung Galaxy Z flip 4

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The Galaxy Z Flip 4 has a big 6.7-inch screen that functions similarly to the slab-style smartphone you’re used to when it is turned open. However, you can use its little outside screen to view basic widgets and read alerts if you fold it in half like old-fashioned flip phones. It’s unusual, but it’s also entertaining and somewhat fashionable. It’s a wonderful option if you want to rapidly check information on your phone without having to completely interact with it and you’re feeling a little bit brave because this form factor is still in its infancy.

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Did You Know How FIFA Makes Money From Football?

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Usman Kashmirwala
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Doing business is rarely easy nowadays. You will soon amass a large sum of money if you produce a good that everyone wants to purchase but those costs you nearly nothing to produce. When the World Cup was held in Russia in 2018, FIFA earned more than $4.6 billion. FIFA pays for organizing committees in host nations, prize money, travel, and lodging expenses for teams and support personnel, as well as a legacy fund to aid with the development of sport in the host nation after the World Cup circus has dispersed. FIFA has agreed to pay the Qatar World Cup champions $44 million out of a $440 million prize pool. In a nutshell, this is how FIFA, the world’s governing body of football, generates revenue.

TV Rights

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The sale of TV broadcast privileges for the World Cup and other international competitions accounts for the majority of FIFA’s revenue. TV rights contributed $4.6 billion of the previous cycle’s $6.4 billion in revenue.

Marketing rights

For the privilege to advertise at FIFA events, major corporations pay FIFA. The biggest sponsors are given the opportunity to collaborate with FIFA on its development and social responsibility goals, giving them access to FIFA’s non-profit arm, which invests in football at the grassroots, national, and international levels.

The World Cup, the most viewed television event on earth, allows the next largest businesses to run advertisements. More than half of the world’s population, or five billion people, are anticipated to watch this year’s competition. That is a sizable market to which to market.

Ticket sales and hospitality

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Gate revenue is another source of income for FIFA. The whole revenue from ticketing rights is paid to a FIFA-owned subsidiary firm. This generated $712 million between 2015 and 2018.

Tickets for the Arab Cup in 2021, which drew over 600,000 spectators, brought in an estimated $12 million. For Qatar 2022, around three million tickets have already been sold. It will undoubtedly be another prosperous year with prices ranging from $100 to $1,100.

Branding and licenses

FIFA also makes money by granting its brand licensing. The most well-known of them is Electronic Arts’ line of FIFA football games, which during the course of its 20-year association with FIFA is said to have brought in $20 billion in revenue for EA.

It is believed that the game developer paid FIFA in the neighborhood $150 million each year for the license to use the FIFA name. FIFA earned $180 million in 2021 through the licensing of its brand for goods, retail, and gaming.

Following the indictments of many top FIFA officials in 2015, FIFA was given a $201 million award by the US Department of Justice in the same year as compensation for losses brought on by corruption.

10 Biggest Travel Mistakes You Should Avoid At All Costs

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned traveler, you are bound to make one or a few mistakes while traveling. While you might be able to dodge some of the problems, some experiences can turn your trip into a disappointing experience. Hence today, we share some travel mistakes you can avoid to have a fun-filled time on your next adventure.

1. Avoid Overpacking 

We are accustomed to overpacking. It’s extremely hard to avoid for the majority of travelers. However, it is doable to pack in an efficient way to help you keep your wardrobe on point without having to carry heavy suitcases through airport lounges. Try to carry mix-and-match pieces so you can create different outfits from limited pieces.

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2. Don’t Forget Your Accessories 

Travel accessories are a must-have even if you are not traveling very often. From phone cables to chargers, it’s very hard to find good quality products in different parts of the world, not to mention the prices and some of these accessories can be a total rip-off. Hence, double-checking your stuff can help you remember if you are forgetting anything important behind.

3. Losing Documents

It’s a common occurrence to lose your documents on a trip and there is nothing that can ruin your trip more than the fear of getting into a big problem. It is ideal to have copies of your passport, IDs, credit cards, and whatever documentation you are carrying while traveling. So in case, you lose any it’s easier to file for the renewal process.

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4. Suitcase Identification 

It is quite common to mistake someone else’s carry-on for yours. Having a solid-colored suitcase or most likely a black one can make it difficult to identify what belongs to you. You certainly don’t want to bring someone else’s bag with you home. Having a striking colored suitcase can always help you find it more easily on the carousel.

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5. No Plan

Having no plan can be a plan but it can backfire in most instances. Having a planned travel itinerary can help you keep calm in the most unforeseen circumstances. Leaving details for the last minute can also result in you missing out on a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

6. Forgetting The Budget 

It’s easier to overboard with the eating and shopping on your holidays. However, such travel mistakes can mess up your head big time. Try to create a realistic budget you can stick to and keep some extra room for uncertain expenses.

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7. Carrying Money In A Single Place 

It’s common to get your wallet stolen or forget your money at a spot while traveling. Splitting the bills in your wallet, carry-on, and handbag can prevent you from losing all your money in a single space.

8. Stay Close To Boarding Gate 

Flight policies and timings change more often. You might be tempted to check out the restaurant down another lounge. However, it is always a good idea to stay close to your boarding gate and board as early as possible.

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9. Not Grabbing Local Currency

The local currency is always needed for cabs and metros. Taking money from the airport ATM provides better exchange rates always.

10. Not Carrying Appropriate Clothes 

While packing lightly it’s also important to carry weather-appropriate clothes so you don’t have to shop extra when it starts raining or snow falls unexpectedly.

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Jazz brings SoulFest’22 to Lahore

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Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator and the largest internet and broadband service provider – and a part of VEON Group, has brought SoulFest’22 to Lahore this weekend.

After a two-year hiatus from all outdoor festivals due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jazz decided to make it back with a bang by relaunching the iconic SoulFest’22 starting with Lake City in Lahore. This 3-day food and music festival was brought to the people of Lahore through Jazz in collaboration with Activemedia.

JazzCash is the official digital payment partner for SoulFest’22, with all food stalls and ticket counters offering mobile payment solutions. As a special treat and to promote digital payments, JazzCash offers a 40% cashback on all food items and tickets purchased via the JazzCash app. This encourages people to go all out and enjoy the vast variety of delectable food and music at the event.

In addition to the live music, special experience zones are set up for the Tamasha app, Bajao app, and GameNow to give people more avenues of enjoyment at the festival.

Speaking about this initiative, Head of Marketing at Jazz, Ali Fahd said, “Sharing magical moments with our customers is what drives us to be the leading digital operator of Pakistan. SoulFest’22 is the perfect setting for our youth to enjoy good music and food with friends and family. I would urge the people of Lahore to make the most of their weekend and be a part of this festival.”

“Activemedia is a staunch proponent of creating quality entertainment avenues in Pakistan, and SoulFest’22 is the perfect commemoration of our lives returning to normalcy post-COVID-19. Lahore used to be the hub of music and food, and bustled with lifestyle activities so it was fitting to resume festivities from here. I want to thank the people of Lahore for making this event a huge success while urging our fellow citizens in Karachi and Islamabad to follow suit,” said Saad M Khan from Activemedia.

KSBL Celebrates its 6th Commencement Ceremony

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The Graduation Ceremony of the MBA, Executive MBA and MS Business Analytics programs of the Karachi School of Business and Leadership (KSBL) was held recently. KSBL celebrated its Commencement Ceremony in the backdrop of 10 Year Celebration for the institution.

Mr. Hussain Dawood, Founder & Chairman, KSBL; members of the Board of Governors of KSBL, members of the Board of Trustees, graduates and their parents, and members of the faculty celebrated the momentous occasion.

Mr. Hussain Dawood congratulated the attendees on this defining moment of celebration. He further encouraged the graduates to keep learning and remain humble in their future endeavours.

Recognizing the accomplishments of students and encouraging them to give back to the society, the keynote speaker Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, Founder and CEO of Indus Hospital & Health Network shared his lifelong journey of philanthropy and humanitarianism.

Mr. Mubashar Hameed, Rector & CEO, KSBL congratulated all the graduates and said  “I share the pride on the accomplishments of our graduating students, your excitement at being a part of this celebration, and your joy at the prospects that lie ahead. Your alma mater is always looking forward to support your ambitions of taking the next step. You are the future of Pakistan, and we are confident that we have prepared you to be shining examples of true leadership.”

Shaheen Afridi & Shoaib Malik join Babar Azam & Shadab Khan to debut inside the world’s biggest game

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Free Fire has announced Pakistani cricket icons Shaheen Afridi and Shoaib Malik are set to join the stage with Babar Azam and Shadab Khan as the official brand ambassadors for Free Fire in Pakistan. Free Fire is the world’s leading mobile battle royale game with over 1 Billion downloads and has been at the forefront of the esports revolution in Pakistan.

This is Pakistan’s first-ever collaboration with cricket players, who will introduce their own style through cricket bundles inside the world’s most popular battle royale game. Users will have a chance to claim and play with bundles of their cricketing heroes in their favourite game.

Each cricketer worked on their bundle designs and came up with vibrant & unique designs which are bound to attract. This is great news for cricket fans as they will be able to see their favorite cricketers collaborating with the leading mobile game as they introduce their cricket bundles for the first-time ever.

Shaheen Shah Afridi commented on the occasion, “I’m glad to join my team mate and captain as Free Fire’s brand ambassador. This is an incredibly popular game that has helped establish professional esports in Pakistan. I am thrilled to have my bundle feature in their game and will hold on to this memory.”

Free Fire is dedicated to providing players with a variety of fresh and interesting content and unique experiences to keep them engaged.

The Crown Review: Netflix Drama About Queen Elizabeth II is a Historical Masterpiece!

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Netflix seems to have an array skill of immaculate storytelling and constant amusement when it comes to tales of thrilling dramas and dark-toned, serious storylines. Whether it be a political drama; House of Cards, or the story of an overwhelming power through a single individual, or whether it be the lethal or subtle Narcos, Netflix has given us every reason to rejoice!

The Crown is another in the production line of brilliance in filming and storytelling such that it keeps you hooked and amused at the same time. The Crown is a hybrid of the former two storylines and signifies its own individual prowess in subtleness and uniformity.

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Storyline

The Crown follows the historically inspired royal world of Princess Elizabeth (Claire Foy) and her Royal Family during the mid-20th Century, in the reign of an ailing King George (Jared Harris) and the 2nd reign of Winston Churchill (John Lithgow) as Prime Minister.

It starts with the marriage of a youthful Elizabeth with Lt. Phillip Mountbatten (Matt Smith) while Winston Churchill and King George deal with the post-war political and royal circumstances of United Kingdom.

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As the ailing King starts to realize he may not have enough time to carry out his royal duties, he transfers his duties on to his daughter Princess Elizabeth. While an old Winston Churchill, in his 2nd reign as Prime Minister, is already being haunted by his party to be replaced as things start to look bleak. Thus, it is up to a young Elizabeth to carry the mantle left by her father and lead the nation into a new dawn with the help of her husband.

Thus, it is up to a young Elizabeth to carry the mantle left by her father and lead the nation into a new dawn with the help of her husband.

The show in itself does not boast any big name actors or any thrilling set-pieces that may threaten to overcomplicate the plot. But rather it signifies magnificence in production, directio, and acting.

The backdrop in itself is award-worthy, the environment and subtle accuracy of mid-century UK are fantastic. The first few episodes give an amusing outlook to what an exciting prospect one would expect moving forward. The story unfolds gradually where it provides you an introduction

The story unfolds gradually where it provides you an introduction of the royal family’s relation and behavior with one another and where the family stands in itself. While it also conjectures the faith the people of the party have in Winston Churchill as the party leader and how his relation to the King was integral to his role as the Prime Minister. It also quite aptly encompasses the challenge a young Elizabeth has to face in replacing her father as the Queen.

Verdict

The internal relations of the Royal Family give it some of Downton Abbey vibe with more of an enthralling take into how a simple misstep could lead to dangerous circumstances. The performances of John Lithgow as Churchill and Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth have certainly caught my eye. Where Churchill has to stand in the face of adversary and show illicit authority in order to defy his party’s expectations.

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While a young Elizabeth has to show the maturity of a leader at a young age to gain the confidence of the people and the family to lead them in such a bleak period. The initial look on the first few episodes has already got me hooked and suggests that there is much more to come.

While it might be a bit slow for some people’s liking, I would definitely recommend watching if you’re looking for a historical drama and a political thriller.

Contributed by Danish Masood.

Pakistan is on the route of technological advancement with the launch of its First Locally Assembled Hybrid Electric Vehicle by Sazgar

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Sazgar, a Pakistani automotive manufacturer, has revolutionized the automobile industry in Pakistan with the launch of Pakistan’s first Hybrid Electric Vehicle-The Haval H6 HEV. An extravagant event was hosted at Faletti’s, Lahore on Thursday for the launch party, which was attended by some of Pakistan’s very influential people like Suneel Sarfraz Munj, the co-founder of Pakwheels. It was also attended by famous content creators of Lahore including Taimoor Akbar, Khaqan Shahnawaz, Zarrar Khan, and Aena Khan. The Colony performed two exquisite performances, one at the time of the car reveal and the other at the end of the launch ceremony. The event was monumental for automotive innovation in Pakistan and was thereby enjoyed by renowned business executives, dealers, and car enthusiasts alike.

Since the start, Sazgar has emphasized revolutionizing the automobile industry in Pakistan and bringing in the latest technologies. It has also been recognized for providing the best after-sales service to its customers by ensuring the delivery of its vehicles in record delivery time with a vast network of dealerships, all over Pakistan. Previous successes of the company include the launch of the Haval H6 petrol variant.

This time Haval has brought forth the first locally assembled (CKD) hybrid unit in Pakistan with state of art car features and international standard safety features. The distinguishing features of Haval H6 HEV include 240 horsepower, 530NM torque, 19- inch alloy wheels, front radar, fully automatic parking, autonomous reverse, blind spot detection, lane change assist, astern side warning braking, intelligent dodge, rear collision warning, ventilated and 4-way electric seats, anion air purifier, heads up display and ambient lightning.

‘The #1 vehicle in the world’s largest market. I won’t need to praise this SUV because the car will speak for itself louder than anyone ever could.’

-Mian Asad Hameed (CEO-Sazgar Engineering Works)

Sazgar’s commitment to ensuring technological advancement in Pakistan is admirable! Its global footprint is very extensive and it has successfully emerged as the market leader in the 3-wheeler category, with its state-of-the-art production facilities and efficient operation through people-centric policies.

UBL expands on its literary awards with its tenth edition

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10th UBL Literature and Arts Awards were held here earlier today at a five-star hotel, attended in large numbers by the media, socialites, literati, and celebs. With this edition UBL Literature Awards has announced arts in its domain and plans to give out awards for excellence in music, acting, singing, etc. in the future. This year too, it has introduced the category of Drama Script, missing in its earlier editions, thus making it the most comprehensive Pakistani awards celebrating the field of literature and arts.

The evening started off with a bustling red carpet. The programme, hosted by Khalid Malik and Yasra

Rizvi officially commenced with a video presentation: Celebrating 10 Years of UBL Literary

Awards, followed by UBL President Mr. Shazad G. Dada’s welcome address.

The hosts then announced the ten award categories this year, for which hundreds of nominations were received from all over Pakistan. The jury members in the Urdu categories were also announced and acknowledged: Dr Asghar Nadeem Syed, Dr Arfa Syeda, Dr Anwaar Ahmed, Kishwar Naheed and Dr Nasir Abbas Nayyar, while jury members for the English categories included Ghazi Salahuddin and Muneeza Shamsie. The awards ceremony was then initiated.

The presenters for distributing the first set of awards for Urdu and English Children’s Literature category were Dr Anwaar Ahmad and Faisal Qureshi. Young Tawasul Shah then recited a few verses from poems by famous Urdu and English poets. The second set of awards was for Translation in Urdu and Regional Languages presented by Dr Nasir Abbas Nayyar and Khushbakht Shujat. Next award was for Online Literature presented by Dr Prof. Arfa Syed Zehra and Ahmed Shah. Azhar Hussain Azmi then entertained the audience before the fourth set of awards which was for English and Urdu Debut was announced presented by Dr. Prof. Arfa Syeda and Mohib Mirza. The fifth category focused on Drama Script and was presented by Dr Asghar Nadeem Syed and Noor ul Huda Shah. After an enthralling recitation of poetry by Zeeshan Mehboob and Nazish, and a classical dance performance by Kaif Ghaznavi, Urdu and English Non-Fiction awards were announced, presented by Dr Asghar Nadeem Syed and Tina Sani. The next category was of Urdu Poetry presented by Kishwar Naheed and Pirzada Qasim, while the eighth award  was for Urdu Fiction presented by Kishwar Naheed and Shakeel Adilzada.

The ninth category of awards was “EXCELLENCE IN WORLD LITERATURE IN ENGLISH” and this prestigious award went posthumously to the late ZULFIKAR GHOSE. Muneeza Shamsie announced the award which was presented on behalf of the late author to Imran Afzal. To give out the final award of LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT, President UBL Shahzad Dada appeared on stage. The award was presented to the inimitable Anwar Maqsood.

 The award recipients of the first eight categories are as under:

  • Urdu Fiction Koonwa. Winner Mehmod Ahmer Qazi
  • Urdu Non-Fiction Jab Aankh Say Na Tapka winner Ahmed Saleem
  • Urdu Poetry-Jamaal Aap Say Wisaal Sabir Zafar
  • Translation in Urdu April Dou Neem Winner Saeed Naqvi
  • -Urdu Children’s Literature (two joint awards) Zindagi Khobsurat Hai and Mukhlis Dost, winner Tasneem Jaffery; Babloo Aur Chanda Mamoo winner Mohammad Shoaib
  • Debut Book in Urdu Baysimti Kay Din winner Irfan Shahoor
  • Literature of Regional Languages Khanabadosh Qabeelay (Sindhi) winner Khalid Kunjhaar
  • On-line Literature Zaiqon Say Bharay Rang winner Qazi Ali Abul Hasan
  • Television Drama Serial Ghisi Piti Mohabbat winner Fasi Bari Khan
  • English Non-Fiction The Silk Road And Beyond winner Iftikhar H. MalikEnglish Children’s Literature Where The Rivers Meet by Saman Shamsie
  • Debut Book in English The Verdict winner Osman Haneef

After mementos were presented to the jury there was a riveting performance by Abbas Ali Khan.  A great event which left all attendees with an upbeat feeling regarding the younger generation which obviously has a lot of talent and potential to excel in the arts and literature, it has created anticipation for future editions with many more awards in the pipeline. The event ended with a lavish dinner.

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