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7 Perfect Gift Ideas For International Men’s Day 2021

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International men’s day is upon us and many might be struggling to think of the perfect gift for the special men in their lives. Be it father, husband, partner, or son— our gift guide will sort you out before you know it. But we have to warn you, hurry up!

1. A Pass For Cooking Classes

If they don’t know how to cook or have a passion for cooking but never find the time, get them passes to a nice cooking class! It’s the sweetest gesture.

2. Buy Them A Holiday

This one is especially for the fathers who never find the time to relax. Book them a weekend getaway at any northern resort and book them a way to get there as well. It’ll be the perfect thoughtful gift for them.

3. Custom Vinyl Record Print

For the special man in your life who’s more on the younger side, get them a custom printed vinyl record. There are many small businesses that print the favorite songs on vinyl records that make for the perfect gifts.

 

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4. Get Them A Hardcover Book

If any one of them is a reader and loves to read books, get them a hardcover of their most favorite books! This would be the most thoughtful gift they could ever get and will cherish it forever.

 

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5. Socks

Guys also love socks! Some love stylish socks that are sober while others love funky socks. You can get whichever for any man in your life. They’ll be super ecstatic to receive these accessories.

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6. A Customised Notebook

There are those who are organized and love to note things down in their notebooks. You can head to numerous Instagram stores, some of whom make leather notebooks with customized initials.

 

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7. A Coffee Machine

For coffee lovers, nothing can compare to getting a coffee machine! If you’re willing to expend some big bucks, this is the best option to get. A coffee machine will set them up for life and each time they use it, they’ll thank you and remember you.

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CAA Launches Incident Control App & Here’s What You Need To Know

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Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) launches an app especially for travelers to ensure their safe travels. Given that recently, PIA and civil aviation have been under the spotlight for incidents more than usuals, this seems a good measure to counter that.

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CAA launches app

The application is for Android users only for now since as you know most applications make it to iOS App Store fairly late. The name with which it has been put up is PCAA Hazards and its goal is to become passengers’ go-to app whenever they encounter a hazard or incident in-flight. The Voluntary Hazard/Incident Reporting System. Passengers will be able to contact the authorities at CAA directly for areas such as hazard, incident, accident, damage, deficiency, violation, failure, or in-flight services.

PCAA Hazard’s aim is to give user-friendly platform and resources to the general public and
stakeholders for identifying and reporting hazards and incidents.

PCAA Hazards

When a passenger is using the app, they will have the option to upload files and pictures alongside conveying their side of the story about the matter. Moreover, the passengers will also have the option to stay anonymous. As a result, more people will feel empowered to take the initiative of speaking up against any violation. This initiative comes as CAA displays its zero-tolerance policy towards violation of procedures and standards relating to safe operations of aircraft. That said, passengers can still access the form through CAA’s website.

The App seems to be easy to use but it will become more evident once people start using the App and rating it.

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As travellers, it is our ethical responsibility to ensure that if we experience a violation we report it. This would result in the passengers traveling after us having a safer flight.

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The Automotive Industry’s Chip Shortage Might Be Over Soon

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The world of electronics is one that is always improving. The pace of improvement is so swift, we are often taken aback by it. Just over a century ago, we came to know about the invention of the automobile. Now, self-driving cars are becoming the new normal as time goes by. There are companies that are certainly working on it. Electronics have such a wide scope that work on them can never end. No matter which area you look at, smartphones or automobiles, the progress is present. However, the global chip shortage has certainly caused a hindrance in development.

The chip shortage has impacted quite a lot of industries, especially the automotive one. There have been delays in vehicle productions because of their unavailability. Despite all that, and a pandemic raging, brands have managed to survive and push through. Now, it seems that the chip shortage, for the automotive industry, might be heading towards an end. We might be getting back to that level again!

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Chip Shortage Lessening

Many automakers have had to enact cost-cutting measures to make sure they don’t lag behind in the industry. However, that means compromising on certain features of the car. While analysts have said that the crisis will worsen in the next two quarters, there has been news that states otherwise. Morgan Stanley has reported that the issue is nearly going to be over for the auto industry.

According to reports, Malaysia has returned to the full capacity of microchip production and they are persisting with it. It seems there is predicted success in this area, including the production of newer vehicles. The more the chips are produced, the better the auto brands return to maximum manufacturing. The report also stated that other manufacturers are soon expected to follow suite when it comes to microchip production.

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Manufacturing Electronics

We hope that this news is as true as they come. Auto manufacturers want nothing more than to return to the level they were residing at. Additionally, if this is happening in the auto industry, other industries are sure to return to normal working capacity too. Is it alright for us to hope for a decrease in the prices of electronics, especially Graphics cards?

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Morgan Stanley has also stated that Japan is going to normalize its chip productions by December of this year. All of these sound like good news for us and everyone else! After all, 2020 has not been an entirely fruitful year, especially with this chip shortage and a pandemic.

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5 Places To Find The best ‘Thelay Wala Soup’ In Karachi

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If you are a true karachiite, you’ll know that yes, we do have branded food outlets, but ‘jitna ghaleez utna lazeez’ (the dirtier, the tastier). So the food you will find at the roadside vendors, or as we call them thelay wale, they beat any branded food item and are also very economical. And since it’s the time of winter, so the food that is the hit of this season is soup. So let’s list down for you the best soups in the city.

1. AZAM SOUP

Located at Baitul Mukarram, Azam soup is reportedly the best soup in town. It is super tasty, and the chips laden on the soup are incredibly spicy and tasty as well. What is more is that it is super economical. I mean, can you imagine a good starter at only PKR 60. And if you want it with an egg, then it is PKR 90. For those who would want to try it, look at the backside of bait ul Mukarram.

2. North Nazimabad. Opposite to Al Karim Supermarket.

The soup stall goes back ten years, so basically, they are serving you with the ten-year-old legacy. And trust me, it is one of the best in the city. It is located in North Nazimabad, and the price of the soup ranges from Rs. 40 to Rs. 60. Whoever tries it ends up giving it a ten on 10 for quality.

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3. North Nazimabad

Anther roadside soup in the area of North Nazimabad is qualified to be listed here. It has a different color, not like the usual one. It looks a bit orange. You can take it with soy sauce and green chatni too, unusual, right? But the soup is still a ten on ten even if you opt for no sauces. So eat it while standing as you should because it is no five-star restaurant; it is a thelay wala. You can find it near AL Hasan Chowrangi, Nazimabad No. 1, Karachi. And it only costs PKR 60.

4. Bolton Market

Called SaifUllah Soup, the roadside vendor can be found in Bolton Market. If you have a late-night craving for the soup, you can totally go to MA Jinnah Road even if it is 3 am, and you will be able to find that little corner alive. Whoever tries it will never be able to forget the taste.

4. Battair Soup

Now, whenever you hear of soup, you will immediately think of Chicken (of course, that is, if you are a karachiite, if you are from Lahore, well donkey or rat or anything can roll). But yes, a karachiite, anything other than chicken, is unusual. But what if I were to tell you that you can find a battair soup and one which tastes super awesome?

So it is located at Khilafat Chowk; there, near the Peshawari yakhni, you will find this vendor.

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5. Salamat Chicken Corn Soup

This one is for my friends from the other side of the bridge since every other vendor was from this side. I present to you Salamat Chicken Corn Soup. You can get the serving for only PKR 50, and they serve it to you with chips & papri. It is located near PSO Petrol Pump, opposite glass tower, Teen Talwar.

When you have soups day out and try all these, do let us know if you agree with us or not.

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6 Things To Keep In Mind While Planning An Intimate Wedding

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There was a time when all were invited to a wedding; extended families, family friends, old friends, and everyone you work with. But in recent years, if one thing COVID has taught us is the importance of small intimate and valuable weddings. Big fat weddings have found contentment in intimate ceremonies. However, the task of planning for a wedding is still there and in the case of an intimate one is an entirely different process.

Intimate weddings allow the ceremony to be more personalized, and the little details can become more meaningful. From more minor details to personalized elements, here are a lot more tips to look out for and make your intimate wedding an unforgettable one.

1. Focus On What’s Important For ‘YOU’

You and your spouse’s big day, and you two are the only people whose opinions matter. Not all weddings need to have a DJ, a Qawali night, and an extra fancy wedding cake. Focusing on what you want at the wedding will help free up some budget and make your wedding more personal.

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2. Add Small Personalized Details

More minor styling details at an intimate wedding can create a warmer ambiance and make your guests feel more comfortable, rather than opting for large ceiling installations or extravagant centerpieces.

For example, cozy lighting such as candles can be used, creating seating and table layouts to make everyone feel included. Soft and lush florals are also a great way to make tables feel luxurious.

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3. The Guest List

The guest experience is often richer with smaller parties, as the couple can spend quality time with everyone. But, because there’s more focus on guests, it means that their experience needs to be high on the agenda too.

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Think about how the day will unfold and all the touches that can be added to make it feel exclusive and unique, which a giant wedding party might not achieve. This can include a small event for the guests or the couple in which the guests can also participate.

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4. Add Personality

One of the many reasons that couples opt for an intimate wedding is to break away from tradition and add some personality to proceedings. With a smaller wedding party, you have the opportunity to make the day your own. With less than 50 guests to think about, it’s possible to create bespoke touches within your wedding budget.

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5. Have A Backup Plan

Just because a wedding is intimate doesn’t mean unforeseen circumstances can’t happen! Things like bad weather, guests arriving late, and issues with vendors can arise, so ensure you have a contingency plan with the bridal party if anything does happen. For example, if you plan a garden reception and it rains, can your guests head indoors to continue?

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6. Make Your Own Rules 

The great advantage of a small wedding is the ability to plan it on your terms. Since you’re keeping the day intimate, this means opting out of ‘unnecessary’ traditions. It wouldn’t look out of place to have one or no bridesmaids. The beauty of an intimate wedding means that anything goes.

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Apple Will Now Sell You iPhone Parts For Fixing Phone At Home

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Apple is on its way to becoming the highest champion of the tech industry. It is leaving behind such a mark that its name will resonate through decades and centuries. The company’s advancements in tech are something of the stuff of legends. When they speak, the world listens. When they are about to launch a new product, everyone turns their attention to them. You know the product is robust and up-to-date with modern technology when you see that fruit logo on it.

Now, it seems that Apple has decided to launch a whole new scheme or, a service of sorts. Just a while back, we came to know that an engineer had designed something. That design was an iPhone that had a working USB-C port. This shows that innovation has no bounds and is just waiting to present itself at every turn. According to sources, Apple will now sell you iPhone parts, separately.

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Apple And iPhone Parts

There was a time when Apple did not condone the practice of device repair from anywhere but the official stores. Now, they have gone lenient on this deal, introducing a whole new ‘Self-Repair’ service for customers. For now, the repair extends to the display, battery, and camera but we are sure to see newer options soon. What they will do is that they will sell you the necessary tools and parts needed to perform the repair, alongside an instruction manual.

Of course, it is primarily meant for people who are trained and have expertise in the repair of electronic devices. However, it is also meant for people who feel comfortable opening up and repairing their own phones. This self-repair is not going to void the iPhone’s warranty. However, if the damage is done during self-repair, then the warranty will be void. For now, Apple has introduced this service for iPhone 12 and 13. This is a major shift for Apple and one that is going to gather even more people.

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Do It Yourself

Apple says that it plans to sell more than 200 parts and tools to consumers who need them. They have not mentioned a price for the tools and parts, though. We expect to see a list of that soon enough! Of course, customers can get recycling credit for returning their used parts after the completion of a repair. Despite everything, this seems like an impressive and bold move by the company.

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We hope that more and more people turn to this service for avail because it offers quite a lot to the user. Not only do they get to repair the phone themselves, but they also get to take the parts to third-party repairers. The question still stands as to how long will the parts be available from only Apple and not from other sources.

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ICC Champions Trophy: India Expected To Pull Out Due To Security Concerns

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After the sweeping victory of Pakistan against India, the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 will forever be engraved in our minds. While it would have been incredible to see the archrival suffer more at our hands, it seems the 152-0 have invoked security concerns amongst Indians. Will that have an effect on the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, let’s have a look at it!

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Pakistan’s image in the cricket world

Pakistan’s cricket has suffered due to the country’s image in the media. The most recent blows to the image will be when New Zealand and England, both pulled out of the tour scheduled for the land of the green shirts. After such incidents, Pakistan was able to slap the haters back with their incredible performance as they remained unbeaten for five matches in a row during the T20 World cup and were the first team to qualify for the semi-finals.

Could it be after that that the ICC decided the Champions Trophy could be hosted by Pakistan; we will not know.

India might just pull out

Ever since the news was made public, Pakistan had rejoiced at the announcement. It meant that our image would be made better globally. But with the notification, there was also a thought spurring in the back of the mind that whether India would even come in or not. It must have been a thought on both sides of the border because the Indian ministers are hinting at how their team will possibly pull out of the tournament.

Indian Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said:

“When the time will come, the Indian government and the Home Ministry will take a decision. During the international championships, all the factors are looked upon.”

Apparently, for him, Pakistan was not safe as a location for their team to play.

But is it really the security concerns from Pakistan or from the Pakistani team that has scared them?

Pakistan’s delight on ICC Champions Trophy

While India worries about its participation in ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan is in celebratory mode. Pakistan Cricket Board’s chairman tweeted how being the tournament’s host is a matter of pride for the country.

We would totally like for the Indians to come across the border, however. it will be a shame to miss the chance of defeating them yet again.

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UN Responds To Elon Musk’s Challenge On Solving World Hunger

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Elon Musk’s outspokenness may have just cost him his Tesla and reputation! The richest man on Earth openly challenged the UN thinking they had their facts wrong. However, the tables have now turned and the UN has responded to the challenge, leaving Elon Musk at a disadvantage. What will unfold now?

Recap Of The Context

A few weeks earlier, someone tweeted that a very small percentage of Elon Musk’s wealth could solve world hunger. That amount approximated to $6.8 billion only. This figure seemed rather preposterous to Elon Musk and he openly challenged the UN! He said if the UN can make a plan suggesting how only this amount can solve world hunger, he will sell Tesla and donate the money.

However, his condition was that a transparent plan is made. People need to see where the money comes and goes. This is significant because, over the past few years, the UN has received more than $7 billion in donations. So why is world hunger still a thing?

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UN Strikes Back

But guess what? Now the UN has responded to his tweet and accepted his challenge with the full plan. The head of the WFP, David Beasley, called out Musk and held him accountable for the challenge. His tweet is an open call-out to Musk whose overconfidence might be hurting him now.

A few hours ago, David Beasley tweeted, “This hunger crisis is urgent, unprecedented, AND avoidable. @elonmusk, you asked for a clear plan & open books. Here it is!” Beasley said. “We’re ready to talk with you – and anyone else – who is serious about saving lives.”

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What Is The UN Suggesting?

In the statement that has been released to the public, the UN said US$3.5 billion would be used to purchase and deliver food. In addition to that, US$2 billion would go towards cash and food vouchers for others. Moreover, US$700 million would be earmarked for countries to design and implement food programs to sustain themselves. Lastly,  US$400 million would ensure proper management of global and regional operations and other logistical challenges.

According to the leader, the world is on fire. The rising inflation rates, epidemics and pandemics and climate change is aggravating the levels of world hunger. Beasley added: “IT IS HERE. 45M lives are at stake—and increasing daily. If you don’t feed people, you feed conflict, destabilization & mass migration.” Will Musk rise to the challenge?

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Here’s Why The Toyota Camry Is Worth An Investment

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Toyota has quite a lot of weight in Pakistan. It has been here for a long time now and has established itself quite well. The Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular cars in Pakistan. Its rugged build makes it a suitable car for rough and smooth terrain. No matter where we are, Toyota cars have the ability to make us feel as if we are sitting in something premium. Just like that, the Toyota Camry is one of the most reliable vehicles in Pakistan. However, it does come at a hefty investment.

The car is currently available at a price of Rs.1 Crore 86 Lacs. Despite the cost, the Toyota Camry is definitely worth an investment. No matter which variant you get, the vehicle is not going to disappoint you. In fact, it has a lifeline that can last the vehicle for more than a decade and beyond without issues. You need not worry about maintenance a lot when driving a Camry. So, why is it that this car is worth an investment?

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Toyota Camry Investment

Firstly, the vehicle gives an impressive fuel economy and its build quality is robust. The Toyota Camry can survive quite a lot of impacts and come back from it in one piece. The vehicle is not only robust in its chassis but under the hood as well. To have such a powerful engine that can tow quite a lot of weight makes this vehicle a worthy buy. The hybrid quality of the car makes it a great investment in terms of fuel.

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Additionally, the vehicle does not contain previous generation technology inside it. If you decide to invest in a Toyota Camry, you can be sure that you will receive the best of the year that it has been made in. Not only that, the vehicle is guaranteed to have every feature you are looking for, in a car. Since Toyota is continuously improving its vehicles, there is no doubt that the Camry is going to be quite ahead of its competitors. In fact, it has the same price bracket as a lower variant of the Land Cruiser, but better fuel economy. (The highest variant of the Land Cruiser costs near to Rs.5 Crore in Pakistan)

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Luxury Cars

That said, it must also be mentioned that the vehicle comes under the luxurious banner. Not only does it look premium, it feels premium too. You know you are sitting in something that is straight from the current and near-future 21st century. Yes, the car even feels like it shouldn’t be released for the next decade or so. It is that luxurious! This also accounts for the price of the vehicle. The luxury tax applies to this one, similar to Honda Accord.

That said, we always urge people to go for investment if they are sure of it. If your budget allows it, and if you really want to go for it, then a hybrid Toyota Camry is quite a worthwhile investment.

There are sedans in the lower price bracket that cost less than Rs.50 Lac but they may not offer quite as much as this one does.

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Sheikh Rasheed Gives Shut Up Call To Hareem Shah, Video Goes Viral

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TBH by Tabish Hashmi started with a blockbuster episode that featured Ayesha Omar as its first guest and with the incredible talent of the host, became a hit. With numerous other guests one after the other, the show had a second season and then the third season. From time to time, the show manages to start controversies as well; Feroze Khan and Mathira’s episodes would be the perfect examples to quote. The most recent controversy from the show involves Hareem Shah and Sheikh Rasheed.

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TBH 3.0 guest Hareem Shah

TBH 3.0 has called Hareem Shah as a guest. The full episode will be released on 24th November it seems, but it is already gathering attention with the teaser. The channel released a small excerpt from the episode. In it, as Tabish’s obsession goes with Sheikh Rasheed, he asked Hareem Shah to call him.

Hareem Shah Gets Intimate With A Girl Making Pakistanis Furious
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Hareem, immediately, started looking around for her phone which a girl came to hand to her. She dialled the number and showed the phone to the camera. It seems that she has saved the Interior Minister’s number as ‘Sheikhu’. It goes to prove how close the two must be for her to save the number with a term of endearment.

Sheikh Rasheed to Hareem Shah

The moment the call connected and his voice was heard, Tabish was surprised (either he is a great actor or it was unscripted). The first sentence by Sheikh Rasheed was that Hareem should call him later, he couldn’t talk at the moment. When Hareem insisted, Sheikh Rasheed said and we quote, ‘bakwas band karen.’ 

Take a look at the video below:

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The way Hareem laughed at the comment it is clear though that the shut up call by Sheikh Rasheed was all in good humour. They are friends, close enough to be this informal with each other.

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Of course, now we want to know how the rest of the call preceded, so will just have to mark the calendar now, won’t we?

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There’s An Exciting Announcement For All Harry Potter Fans!

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This just in— the Harry Potter saga is about to get a new addition! The legendary cast is all set to return in January of the upcoming new year and it’s going to be a treat for all. This is the best news people have received in a while and this is all you need to know about it:

What’s Going On?

The original cast of Harry Potter is going to be reunited on the 20th anniversary of the films. An HBO Max special has been made titled “Return to Hogwarts” and it’s going to release on new year’s! Could this get any better?

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The legendary cast including but definitely not limited to Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson will join American filmmaker Chris Columbus for the exploration of the film. Moreover, the special film will invite fans “on a magical first-person journey through one of the most beloved film franchises of all time”. First-person? We’re definitely intrigued.

Why It’s So Special

This programme has been announced exactly 20 years later from when the first film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, was released. Since then, the fans of this movie chain have reached hundreds of millions and we can understand why. So far, a 52-second trailer has been released. It features clips from several of the world-famous films and promises to bring them back to where “the magic began”.

 

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The trio will be joined by all the characters we love and hate: Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane. Moreover, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Isaacs, Gary Oldman, Imelda Staunton, and Tom Felton!

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The Hype Is Building

Felton, who plays the very annoying Malfoy, has started building hype. They’re turning to Twitter to get the word out! “Is this what school homecoming is like?” he wrote on Twitter.

Matt Lewis who is known for his portrayal of the very pitiful Neville Longbottom also made a tweet about it!

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The executive producer, Casey Patterson said that there is magic in the air with just the entire cast on set alone. The special is being made to honour the legacy the Harry Potter brand has built and has shaped so many childhoods. We, for one, can not wait patiently until the day is here. It’s already feeling magical.

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Famous Pakistani Celebs Who Have Been Arrested & Jailed

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They might be our heroes in reel life, but in the real world, they aren’t above the mighty law.

From Martha Stewart to Khloe Kardashian and from Alec Baldwin to Salman Khan, they have all spent nights in jail for a number of crimes they were involved in.

Even Pakistani celebrities, who as talented as they might be, have made their share of mistakes in life and have done some jail time.

Some had relied on their stardom to keep themselves out of prison, but others were not so lucky.

Take a look at some of the Pakistani celebrities who have served time in jail:

1. Ayyan Ali

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The most recent Pakistani celebrity to have made the headlines for her fraudulent activities and eventually, the diva-like attitude in jail, is supermodel Ayyan Ali. She was arrested from Benazir International Airport, for carrying USD 500,000 and is currently under detention for money laundering at the Adiala Jail.

2. Ali Saleem

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Better known to the world as Begum Nawazish Ali, the guy has done more than donning up as a female to hurt his PR. He was once arrested for beating up his mother, Farzana Saleem, breaking her nose in the process over some financial issues. It was later found out that he was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the scuffle.

3. Meera

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Meera has always made the headlines for the wrong reasons. She has not only been in the news for her hilarious antics but also, twice because she was issued an arrest warrant.

In the year 2010, the actress was caught carrying two passports in her name at the Karachi airport. She got the second passport issued by claiming the first one as lost.

Later, Meera was accused of trying to marry again while she was already in Nikah with a businessman.

4. Asad Malik

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Most of the new generation might not remember him, but he was quite the hero till the last decade. Known for his performance in dramas like Dasht and Aansoo, Asad Malik has also served time in jail.

Apparently, he had killed an innocent man by mistake with his automatic gun. What’s interesting about this piece of news is that while Malik served his time in jail, he made a new friend, who was later to serve as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.

5. Atiqa Odho

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Known for her timeless beauty, her resilient acting skills, and her own cosmetics line, Atiqa Odho was once arrested for carrying alcohol with her while traveling on a flight. While she was detained at that time, she was later let go. Rumor has it, her freedom had something to do with her political affiliation with the then president, Pervez Musharraf.

6. Moin Khan

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Everyone’s favorite wicket-keeper and former Pakistani cricket team captain, Moin Khan, landed in trouble when his wife called the cops on him.

According to the reports, his wife had claimed that the former cricket star was under the influence of alcohol and had beaten her up. On reporting, Khan was arrested by Darakshan police and sent to prison.

7. Salman Butt, Mohammad Amir, and Mohammad Asif

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The 2010 spot-fixing scandal shocked all Pakistani cricket fans across the globe to the core. The three main names involved in the case were former captain, Salman Butt, along with players, Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif.

All three players were banned by ICC for receiving bribery and deliberately bowling no-balls at set precise times. Later on, Butt was sentenced to jail for a period of 30 months, Asif for one year and Amir for six months.

8. Ijaz Ahmed

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The Legendary batsman was sent behind bars when one of his cheques to a property dealer, amounting to PKR 1 crore, bounced. Ahmed was charged for forgery and spent a good 6 weeks in jail before being released on bail.

9. Aqib Javed, Mushtaq Ahmed, Waqar Younis, and Wasim Akram

Pakistan tour of West Indies did not end up well for this quadruplet. They were found with drugs, alcohol, and escorts on a beach are were held on the charges of possession of marijuana.

10. Umar Akmal

Umar Akmal got into a brawl with a traffic warden and physically assaulted him after he broke traffic rules.

Pepsi Pays A Beautiful Tribute To The Heroes Of Pakistan Cricket Team

Following Pakistan’s remarkable performance in the T20 world cup, Pepsi has released a video in order to pay tribute to the heroes of the Pakistan Cricket team.

Pakistan’s Cricket And Pakistani’s Enthusiasm 

The T20 world cup was nothing less than an emotional roller coaster ride for the Pakistanis. The Pakistani cricket team’s winning streak was one of the main reasons which made everyone a fan of the cricket team. Every match played by the Pakistan cricket team was outstanding and even better than the last one. Moreover, the performance of the team in the semi-final was also exceptional. However, it was only hard luck that the team couldn’t win the match.

Regardless, the enthusiasm of the team and the public was uncanny during this entire series. The fighting spirit, the vast screen displays, the gatherings, everything was made ten times more exciting given that this was the first time in a long time Pakistani’s felt excited over their mutually shared love for cricket. The same enthusiasm and emotions are captured by Pepsi in their latest video, mirroring the same emotions everyone goes through as the team steps down in the ground.

Read More: T20 Semi-Final: Twitter Applauds Pakistan’s Performance In The World Cup

Let’s look at this tribute, which sure will make your patriotic blood gush through the veins.

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It is celebrating the passion that lives in every Pakistani’s heart. Indeed. The video was phrased with some of the most beautiful lines. One such line quoted,

“Only eleven people step on the ground, but two hundred and twenty million people play in the match. People who win the hearts of two hundred and twenty million people just by playing. In the name of those who are winning our hearts.” 

Read More: From ICU To Making Half-century: Rizwan In Pak Vs. Aus Semi-final

The series might be over, but we shall be waiting for the next match, where we will be able to experience the same rush of emotions once again. Till then, we will wait for the team to make a fantastic comeback.

Read More: Karachi University Announces Scholarships For Pakistan T20 World Cup Squad

Pakistan’s Achievements

Pakistan’s cricket team’s achievements also landed them a great educational opportunity. Karachi University announced scholarships for the entire T20 world cup squad to help them pursue a degree at the institute.

Did you like the tribute? Let us know in the comments below.

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Humaima Malik Warns Users For Sharing Her ‘Vulgarly’ Edited Pictures

Humaima Malik Warns Users For Sharing Her Vulgarly Edited Pictures
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Humaima Malik took to Instagram to warn social media users for spreading her edited images. In a series of social media posts, the actress mentioned how some of the pages and fans edited her photos vulgarly and circulated them all over social media.

“Some of my pictures have been circulating around the internet badly (vulgarly) edited… it’s a shame how can people do this. I request those fan pages to take them down NOW before I take legal action.”

The actress claims to take legal action if the social media pages fail to comply with her request.

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Humaima Maliks IPPA Look

A few weeks ago, many celebrities flew to Instanbul to celebrate the IPPA Awards. The night of the award show was nothing less than memorable as different stars showed up with their best foot forward. Humaima Malik, along with her mother and brother, was also in attendance at the award show. However, what caught the netizen’s eyes was the dress the actress was seen wearing at the ceremony.

As soon as the pictures went viral on social media, the netizens raised some eyebrows over her outfit. While the actress was dolled up in a pastel green tulle dress, her low-cut neckline and bare shoulders made people question her. The actress also posted some pictures on her social media, looking stunning in the bejeweled number.

Take a look at the pictures.

Read More: Netizens Shocked To See Humaima Malik With Alizey Khan

Humaima Malik Hospitalized 

Soon after the IPPA ceremony, Humaima was hospitalized in an emergency for a ruptured appendix. The actress posted the picture on her social media account in a hospital gown to inform her fans about her condition. She also wrote a heartfelt note for her fans.

“Yeh waqt bhi guzar jaiga InshAllah…. Allah Aik !!! or hum uskay khadim • I have become stronger than ever before … Can’t wait to get well stand on my feet again and fly back to my beloved country Pakistan, I miss my country, I miss my home. Zindagi Aik naymat hai … let’s live each bit of it and be thankful to Allah!”

“Allah has given me a new life, thank you for all those who have stood by me, my family who prayed for me, I request all my fans to pray for me. I have been given a new life from Allah.” she added.

Read More: IPPA Awards Removes Fatima Hasan As ‘Host’ For Wearing A Revealing Dress

Now the actress has fully recovered, she took notice of her edited pictures and threatened the ones behind the deed.

What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments below.

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Illegal Properties In Karachi – Who Is Suffering?

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The economic hub of Karachi is a melting pot where people from all over Pakistan come to settle in hopes of a better career and consequently, a better life. But as this population grows, so does the need for more infrastructure to support them. This is why you see the high rise, low-rise, bungalows, goth, literally every type of infrastructure on the horizon. These sudden constructions; are all of them authorized though? If not, who in Karachi, is really suffering thanks to the illegal properties?

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Case of illegal properties in Karachi

The famous cases include the Pavilion’s End Club and now, Nasla Tower. It was revealed to the public that these dwellings have been made on illegal lands. As for the Pavilions End Club, it demolition meant people being kicked out of jobs, but with Nasla tower, it meant that people will be out on the streets.

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As the conversation sparked about these illegal constructions, new revelations were made. According to these revelations, there were numerous other old buildings that have existed for such a long time that one would not even imagine them to be illegal.

Since now people are finally taking action against the illegal buildings, the old ones will be on the radar as well. This is indeed good because, with those establishments, the upkeep of the city was getting hindered. Or at least, it is one of the reasons. Regardless, the point to consider now is, “What about the people living in these buildings?

Who is suffering?

They bought the houses they live in to become proud owners of properties in the expensive Karachi. Some of them poured in all of their savings, while others took loans from banks. The developers took that money once the project was completed and left the arena. They profited a hundred percent from the project that started because of them. And when the court passes the order of demolition, the residents are promised a certain amount which is not remotely near the price they paid to buy the property in the first place. Almost 50 or more than 50 percent of their money is irrecoverable and the compensation they get is not enough to get them decent accommodation at least in this city.

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It is clear, who is suffering but the question that emerges is, why is it that when the establishment is fully-constructed with all of its portions sold out that the authorities take notice? Why is it not that when the builders start construction to woo potential customers that the authorities do not see the bricks being laid? Why is it the residents putting up protests to not be kicked out and not the developers hoping to make profits? And why is it that even after the authorities getting active, every other day we hear about even more illegal properties in Karachi appearing?

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7 Things Brands Can Do To Help Fight Climate Change

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Climate change is no longer a far-off idea that one can limit to just science journals. It’s horrifyingly real and its effects will soon change the way we see the world. While we can easily criticise governments for not doing their best to slow down the process, we also need to start taking responsibility. Here are all the changes you can make in your life to mitigate the climate change process.

1. Shift To Biodegradable Materials

Using plastic is a big no of course. Plastic doesn’t decompose and litter the seas and grounds, acting as an obstacle to the normal cycles of decomposition. Shift to paper products or those types of materials that are biodegradable.

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2. Invest In Solar Energy

Investing in solar energy may seem difficult but it’s worth it in the long run. Renewable energy is the future and the earlier we shift to them the better it can be. 

3. Stop Using Toxic Chemicals

One of the best examples of toxic chemicals that are a huge part of brands’ life? Spray paints! Ditch them now because they contain CFCs that contain CO2 and result in more heat being trapped. Opt for alternatives to let your artist out.

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4. Buy Better Bulbs

Many bulbs used by brands are the cheapest options available and that is understandable provided how many they need. However, using better bulbs that don’t contribute to the degradation of the environment is important!

Read more: Google & YouTube Announce Major Policy Change For Advertisements

5. Reduce Water Waste

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Make sure you don’t let taps run irresponsibly while your factories work! Wasting water will make us run out of water supplies and make us rely on saltwater, purified, which will trigger other harmful processes. The result? The climate change process will speed up.

6. Reduce Consumption of Meat

Reducing consumption of meat is important because the more beef burgers you have, the more ground is required for their grazing. Cows are huge sources of methane gas in the atmosphere which adds to the climate change process’ pace. Creating campaigns that make people aware of this would be of immense value!

7. Plant Trees

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The best thing we can do is plant a tree wherever we can. Encouraging this habit in the corporate sector will make give us a better future. Plant more trees on your site and encourage fellow brands to do the same!

Read more: Global Warming Leading To Extreme Climate Change Around The World

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Hira Mani Gets Heavily Trolled For Singing At A Noori Concert

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Hira Mani is one of the most prominent actresses of the Pakistani industry at the moment. She’s fearless and has a bubbly personality that keeps making fans out of everyone who comes across her. However, fearlessness can often be a bad thing, as it was just now! Mani tried her hand at singing and let’s just say she shouldn’t have.

What Happened?

Hira Mani was present at a Noori concert and must be jamming to all the singer’s amazing songs just like the rest of the visitors. However, for reasons unknown, the actress took the stage and the mic and started her own concert! She started singing Neend Na Aaye whilst standing next to the legendary singer himself and obviously, it was a recipe for disaster. 

Watch the video here!

 

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Read more: Hira Mani’s Dancing Video Results In Instagram Fight Among Fans

What Do People Think?

People are more than unhappy with the singer’s skills— clearly, she’s cut out for acting, not singing! Not only was Hira Mani practically just yelling the lyrics, but she also had no sense of tune. Why must we do that to a song as precious as Neend Na Aye? Netizens kept lamenting at how the show could’ve become a hit if instead of Hira Mani they had gone on the stage. Have a look at the comments from people:

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There’s more:

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Noori’s Concerts

Noori’s concerts are another experience altogether. There’s nothing like them truly if you’re in love with their songs. Songs like Manwa Re and Mere Dost tend to transport you to another world where it’s just your childhood memories with friends, a whole lot of happiness, and nothing else. The fervour of the crowd and the passion is something one rarely finds somewhere else.

Hence, it is more than understandable that fans were upset with this intrusion.

Should Hira Mani Be More Careful?

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Sure, she has a lot of fans and also granted that she’s more famous than many celebrities in the industry. But does that mean she should do everything that comes to mind? It can be taken as a light-hearted moment where Mani just wanted to sing for the fun of it. On the other hand, it can also be taken as a classic case of over-confidence that results in a lot of trolling as many have said.

Read more: Photo Editing Fail? Netizens Quick To Judge Hira Mani’s Picture

What do you think this is?

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Sajid Sadpara Suffering In A Recent Video Leaves Pakistanis Worried

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Son of the legendary mountaineer, Ali Sadpara, had taken his father’s place for the excursion with the french climbers. Sajid Sadpara was sharing updates with the fans through social media accounts. He had mentioned that the plan was to make a new route on Mount Everest.

Read More: Body Of Mountaineer Ali Sadpara Has Finally Been Found

Climb of Mount Everest

The hike was to start in Nepal with a team that included 69-year-old French mountaineer, Marc Batard and his son. They were accompanied by Nepalese climber Pasang Nuru Sherpa. Sajid Sadpara had shared this on November 11.

However, six days later, the internet suddenly saw an influx of videos of the Pakistani climber. The video showed Sajid tied up. In yet another video, a stretcher is being carried towards a helicopter.

The video which showed Sadpara’s hands tied led to some Pakistanis assuming that he may not have been treated well by the people with him. These Pakistanis considered this treatment of our legend’s son inhumane.

Clarification – What really happened

However, it was soon clarified that the reason Sadpara was tied up was to stop him from taking any disastrous action. It seems that Sajid was having hallucinations due to a lack of oxygen. And when someone is having hallucinations, they can react in an unpredictable way. Given that, they were all on Mount Everest, this unpredictability could have been fatal for not just the climbers but also for his companions.

A user on Twitter who had been constantly sharing updates on Sadpara’s condition revealed that Sajid had reached Namche Bazaar. In a follow-up update, he said Sajid reached Khatmandu through helicopter rescue.

We wish the climber a quick recovery and to keep taking Pakistan’s name to new heights.

Read More: Pakistani Makeup Artist Paid Tribute To Ali Sadpara & It’s Incredible

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How To Apply For Generation Google Scholarship 2022-2023 For Women

A Guide On How To Apply for Generation Google Scholarship for Women
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Applications for Generation Google Scholarship 2022-2023 are now open to apply. The scholarship is offered for female students currently studying Computer science or any related field. Google is the world’s renowned Multinational Technology company offering this scholarship to female students wanting to pursue their studies in Computer Science.

The scholarship provides an excellent opportunity to study Computer Science at a Recognized University. Another fantastic news about the Google Scholarship is that selected students will receive a stipend of USD 1,000 for 2022-2023. We encourage all female candidates who belong to the IT field must apply for this scholarship program.

Generation Google Scholarship 2022-2023 Details

  • Host organization: Google
  • Scholarship Offered: Generation Google Scholarship 2022.
  • Eligibility: Female students studying Computer Science are eligible to apply.
  • Benefits: Students will receive $1,000 USD for 2022-2023.
  • Deadline: 10th December 2021

Read More: 47 Pakistani Universities Make It To QS Asia University Rankings 2022

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Who can apply?

To be eligible to apply, applicants must:

  • Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. program at an accredited university or college in the United States or Canada for the 2021-2022 academic year
  • Be studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Demonstrate a solid academic record
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Exemplify leadership and demonstrate a passion for improving the representation of underrepresented groups in computer science and technology

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Google Scholarships 2022, you must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

  • Female applicants are eligible to apply.
  • The claimant must be studying Computer Science or any other related field.
  • Be 1st year or 2nd-year student in a bachelor’s program at an accredited university.
  • Applicant must demonstrate a solid academic record.

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Eligible Countries

Following countries are eligible for Google Scholarship 2022-2023:

  1. India
  2. Taiwan 
  3. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Mongolia, Nepal, Philippines, and Vietnam.
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How to apply 

The application process for this scholarship is online. You will need to fill the application form with the following documents.

  • An updated CV/Resume.
  • Responses to 3 short essay questions.
  • General Information.
  • Academic records.
  • Google online challenge (Invitation will be sent after 5 to 7 days post-application deadline).
  • Applicants need to respond in English, and each response must consist of 500 words or less.

The three short answer essay questions below are intended to assess your demonstrated leadership, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and financial need. Each response to the three questions below should be 500 words or less.

1) Please give us one example of how you have exhibited leadership. Explain what you were trying to achieve, your role, how you influenced others, and the impact of your actions. Think broadly and examine the many ways you are affecting the members of the different communities you are a part of. Keep in mind, the example you choose does not need to be a formal or traditional leadership role.

2) What is a significant challenge that impacts historically excluded groups in the technology field, and what do you believe is the root cause of this challenge? What actions have you taken to address this challenge? Keep in mind that impact can happen in many ways and at different scales. Please focus at least half of your response on the actions you have taken.

3) Describe any financial circumstances affecting your need for a scholarship. In your answer, be sure to describe any obstacles you have overcome to get to where you are today. What goals will this scholarship enable you to accomplish?

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Toyota, Honda, Suzuki, KIA – Car Prices List 2021

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Vehicles are coming into Pakistan at quite a tremendous pace. Despite there being a pandemic out there, the production of vehicles has not halted. In fact, you can see quite a difference in the prices of vehicles now. We have quite a lot of robust and popular brands in Pakistan and all of them are releasing cars by the dozen. However, since the car prices have changed, there has not been a lot of news that has reported this. We thought to tell you exactly what the updated cost of the vehicles is now.

If we are to talk about the brands here, there are quite a few to name. These are some that reside at the top of the food chain, as champions, and they are present here. Yes, we are talking about Toyota, Honda, Suzuki, and KIA. While we are not comparing any of the vehicle prices with each other, we are mentioning all of them here.

Read More: These 5 Underrated Cars In Pakistan Have Impressive Specs

Here are the car prices for 2021

Toyota

  • Corolla Grande CVTi (Beige Interior) – Rs.4,079,000/-
  • Corolla Grande CVTi (Black Interior) – Rs.4,099,000/-
  • Camry Hi-Spec – Rs.18,630,000/-
  • Hilux Revo A/T – Rs.7,779,000/-
  • Fortuner Sigma 4 A/T – Rs.9,849,000/-
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Honda

  • Civic X Turbo RS – Rs.5,049,000/-
  • Civic X Oriel – Rs.4,259,000/-
  • BRV S CVT – Rs.3,599,000/-
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Suzuki 

  • Alto VX – Rs.1,508,000/-
  • Alto VXL – Rs.1,704,000/-
  • Wagon R VXR – Rs.1,760,000/-
  • Wagon R VXL – Rs.1,852,000/-
  • Cultus VXR – Rs.1,904,000/-
  • Cultus VXL – Rs.2,105,000/-
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KIA 

  • Sportage FWD – Rs.5,150,000/-
  • Sportage AWD – Rs.5,650,000/-
  • Picanto M/T – Rs.2,050,000/-
  • Picanto A/T – Rs.2,150,000/-
  • Grand Carnival GLS+ – Rs.9,999,000
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That said, we hope to see more and more people purchase these vehicles in the coming time. There is no doubt that they have impressive specifications and are worth an investment. In the end, it all boils down to the preference of the driver.

Read More: BMW’s First All-Electric Sedan Is Now Ready For Its Release

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