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Sonya Hussayn Claps Back At Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy For Shaming Her

Sonya Hussayn Claps Back At Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy For Shaming Her
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In today’s episode of celebrity wars, Sonya Hussayn digs at the Oscar winner Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy over her latest remarks.

A Walk Through Of The Situation 

If you cannot get the context of the situation, let’s do a walkthrough of Sonya Hussayn’s old interview back in 2018. She appeared on the After Moon Show hosted by Yasir Hussain on August 12, 2018. Along with Sonya, Asim Azhar also made an appearance on the show.

In one segment of the show, the host asked different questions from the celebrities. In one such question, Yasir asked Sonya; If she was Mahira Khan, which film would she not do: VernaRaees, or Ho Mann Jahaan? 

In response to the question, the actress responded Raees, with a No. Explaining,

“It was never my dream to work with Shah Rukh Khan. I dream that your character should be such that you are seen, and you’re not just a side character to a hero.”

Sharmeen’s Remarks 

Recently, the interview clip resurfaced, which did not sit well with Sharmeen Obaid as she wrote on Instagram.

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While the interview was three years ago, it seemed irrelevant to respond to such a statement.

Sonya’s Response To Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy

Sonya quickly responded to Obaid’s statement as she took to Instagram to clarify her stance on the situation in her Instagram story. As she wrote,

“Pulling one woman down while putting another up in full view of the public and talking about upbringing! Besides, the pandemic has given too much extra time to some people to “dis” others by taking things out of context. Had I been asked which of the films I would opt for, I’d have chosen “Verna.” Freedom of expression related to work is not disrespectful in any way. Ms. Chinoy, your choice of words, tone, and tenor does not behoove Academy Awards Winner, and lest you didn’t know, I have never been aspired to be Mahira. She is excellent in her own right, and I am on my own journey. Love x.”

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8 Scary Pakistani Urban Legends That Will Give You Goosebumps

8 Scary Pakistani Urban Legends That Will Give You Goosebump
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As they say, the world is a scary place. Well, not anymore! Since the culture of traditional urban folklore and myths seems to be fading away. However, the stories which we grew up listening to were scary enough to terrorize us for the rest of our lives, not to mention the horror of growing up and going out in the world.

If you lie anywhere above the spectrum of generation z, then you must know what I’m talking about. However, for all those younger peeps who are not familiar with these scary old stories, keep reading!

1. The Bride of Karsaz

Many people have witnessed and claimed that they saw a bride wearing a red dress in the vicinity of Karsaz. Legend has it that back in the 1970s, a young couple drove home from their wedding night when they suddenly got into a terrible accident. The accident killed both of them. So, according to people, if you are traveling on this road at night, you will find a beautiful girl asking for a ride only to turn into something evil once you stop and look at her face.

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2. Pichal Peri

The sightings of Pichal peri are usually reported in the Northern areas of Pakistan. Legend has it; if you call its name, it will appear right in front of you. However, two different forms of the ancient ghost have been identified. Sometimes, it appears as a beautiful woman because she can disguise herself. However, in other stories, the witness claims that she looks nothing less than a demonic creature with blood-red eyes and bloody clothes hungry enough to kill and eat men.

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3. The Chadda Group 

The Chadda Group was one of the two sinister groups back in the ’90s. Their greasy and oily appearances made it impossible for anyone to catch them while they broke into the houses and stole valuables and possessions in record time.

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4. The Hathora group

In the late 1980s, Karachi saw an increase in murders, and they were thought to be done by a serial killer. However, according to the police, a group of people would break into the house, steal all of the valuables, and then hammered people to death. The murders caused a massive uproar and panic in the city, and the culprits were never found to date.

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5. Devil’s point in Karachi

The Devil’s Point got its name since many reports of ghost sightings were made. According to some people, a scary older man would read something sinister amidst sitting in the waves. As a result, no one could approach him.

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6. 40 children

It is said that the ghosts of 40 dead children haunt the tallest peak in the Chiltan range. According to this local urban legend, a couple left 40 babies on top of this peak to survive independently or die. According to some locals, if you go to this peak at night, you can hear children crying out in sadness and begging you to climb up the mountain and rescue them.

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7. Pocketknife Massacre

The story goes back to 1988 when so many chain letters circulated all of the internets, and here is an example of one. This creepy letter says, “Please check your chairs when going to the movie theatres! An incident occurred when a friend’s co-worker went to sit in a chair, and something was poking her. She then got up and found that it was a needle with a little note at the end. It said, “Welcome to the real world. You’re HIV positive.” In addition, it was reported that a vigilant gang was stabbing people in the arm with HIV.

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8. Killer Number 

If the screen shows a red number, then there are chances that the people would die from this call. If the person received a call, he will hear a high-frequency sound that would result in a brain hemorrhage which would kill them instantly. And supposedly, there were dozens of reports of people who had already been killed by answering calls from these sinister numbers.

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5 Things You Must Never Say To A Cancerian

5 Things You Must Never Say To A Cancerian
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Cancer is one of the three water signs in the zodiac, placed between 21st June and 22nd July. Cancer is a cardinal sign which means that it wears its oblivious and enkindling heart on its sleeve. If you have a Cancerian in your life, you might know well about what to and what not to say in front of them. However, if you have recently come across one, then there are certain things you must never say to a Cancerian. 

1. Can I Borrow This?

No, you cannot. We might be generous, but when it comes to our personal belongings, we are over-protective, including our loved ones and so on. And no, we are not selfish. We know that you won’t take care of whatever it is as well as we do. And honestly, we don’t trust everyone to return those belongings to us either.

2. I Need Space 

Telling a Cancerian that you need space might make them feel as if they are clingy, and this is something you must never tell cancer. We can be overwhelmed with the amount of love and affection we want to shower on you, and likewise, we would like to be pampered, but this is because we need the constant assurance of their importance in your life.

5 Things You Must Never Say To A Cancerian

3. Why So Shy?

We might come across as shy, but most of the time, we want to be indulged in the surrounding so that we can make the most of it. Also, we love day-dreaming;)

4. Stop Being A Homebody

We love our homes, and we would spend time with our family over anything else. However, that does not stop us from failing to launch. Many of us spread our wings, go on adventures worldwide, and take full-time jobs far away.

Cancerian

5. Anything Uncomfortable 

There is nothing we hate more than being put in a place of discomfort. If you cater to us and love us, and we will make sure to return the favor.

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Saboor Aly Takes A Dig At Aamir Liaquat, Yet Again

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Saboor Aly made headlines last time she was at Aamir Liaquat’s show for giving him witty answers. This time she says she ran out of time or would’ve done it more.

Saboor Aly Hit Back At Amir Liaquat

In April, Saboor Aly was invited to Aamir Liaquat’s show and it was a crazy affair. Aamir Liaquat kept trying to rile her up by picking on her and Saboor was prepared. It’s called ‘hazir jawabi’ and this girl embodied it.

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Saboor mentioned at several points that the show was too long. She was patiently tolerating the host and his show. Other times, she actually bluntly asked Amir Liaquat to lower his gaze when he speaks to her. All this was happening on live television which is why it made headlines!

What’s The Latest

We’re not sure whether Saboor Aly hates his guts or whether it’s something else. But Saboor Aly is after Amir Liaquat and has no intentions to stop.

In her recent interview, she added, this is her “nature”. She always has the energy to give back appropriate replies when needed. However, the statement we can not help but fixate on is the one where she says she could’ve done more. “If I had time I would have done more”, she said to her interviewer.

 

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Secret Feud?

Aamir Liaquat is known for riling his guests up so their reactions can give his show publicity. However, Saboor Aly was not going to fall into this trap. Aly also mentioned that she had not prepared these answers before going. They all came naturally! She’s feisty and witty at heart and we love that.

Could it be that Saboor Aly was at this show despite not wanting to? Typically celebrities do have control over whose show they go to and why. If Saboor Aly does have such a distaste for Aamir Liaquat, why go to his show?

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The Host In A Bad Place

Until now Aamir Liaquat has not responded to any such rumours about a feud between the two. We imagine he’s very busy as it is dealing with other rumours that threaten to break his home.

A woman claims to be his third wife and verbally abuses his second— what does that man have to do? He goes to court. Also, he expresses women marry their celebrity crushes all the time in their dreams. That man has some self-confidence!

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Saudi Arabia Launches Its Operational Plan For Hajj This Year

Saudi Arabia Launches Its Operational Plan For Hajj This Year
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Saudi Arabia has revealed its operational plan for this year’s Hajj season. The limit of pilgrims, their status and all the preparations have been revealed.

Opening For Visitors

The acting Minister of Media,  Majid Al-Qasabi, said that the country’s leaders have agreed upon this. Everyone is collectively honoured to be able to serve pilgrims and visitors again.

Saudi Arabia Launches Its Operational Plan For Hajj This Year
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He added that the government is fixated on facilitating pilgrims and has enabled all concerned sectors to also do so. They are trying “to harness all the security, safety and health capabilities to allow pilgrims to perform the rituals of Hajj,” he remarked.

Under Special Circumstances

Al-Qasabi noted that this year’s pilgrimage will be the second under exceptional or special circumstances. Though they would like to be hopeful it is the last, new variants keep emerging. The limit on the pilgrims is set at 60,000. All of them are also going to be from inside Saudi Arabia to protect the Kingdom and its people. 

Many authorities from within the administration of the mosque are speaking to media. Another leader said that the government is working around the clock for the fulfilment of Hajj. The goal is to ensure all health precautions are taken while undermining the experience of Hajj. Their focus is also on proper hospitality being provided in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia Launches Its Operational Plan For Hajj This Year
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More Details on The Operational Plan

One of the most important questions is how Zamzam will be handed out. Regarding that, Al-Sudais said the presidency will hand out bottles of sterilized Zamzam water. Interestingly, the latest AI technology will be employed to distribute water using robots and high-tech smart vehicles. This will also help in limiting the number of people there and taking all precautions.

Saudi Arabia Launches Its Operational Plan For Hajj This Year
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Additionally, the presidency will provide more than 800 manual and electric vehicles to help people. Moving around from within the Grand Mosque and its courtyards is no small feat and they intend to make it easier for the elderly. The disabled pilgrims are also a priority. 

The Mosque’s Caretakers

Al-Sudais also revealed that about 5,000 workers have only been appointed to keep the mosque clean. They have been recruited to sterilize the Grand Mosque, its courtyards and other facilities 10 times a day. More than 60,000 liters of disinfectant and the latest cleaning technologies will be used. The presidency also plans to provide gifts, including umbrellas and sterilizers, that will make the experience just as enriching for the pilgrims.

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MG Motors Finally Reveals Details Of Its ZS EV

MG ZS EV and its specs revealed to Pakistani market
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MG is a company that has come a long way since its creation. It is one of the oldest operating ones in the world. MG started out as a British company but is now operated under the Chinese industry. Now, the MG ZS is becoming quite common in Pakistan and their ZS EV is capturing a lot of attention too.

At a recent event held in Karachi, people were allowed to test drive the ZS EV. However, we were still not aware of the exact specifications of the vehicle. MG has recently revealed the details of what we can expect from the vehicle. We must say that the features are quite extraordinary and so is the price bracket!

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The ZS EV Specifications

There is a lot to see when it comes to this vehicle. Firstly, it must be noted that this is the first one in the local market. This means that it has, basically, null competition. The upper hand that MG gets here is going to help them sell their EVs. However, there are some obstacles to note too. Some of the features that the EV will have are quite impressive.

Alongside multiple drive modes and electronic stability, the ZS EV will also have hill-start assist and autonomous braking. Apart from that, the car will house a pedestrian alert control system as well as lane departure warning and traffic jam assist. The technology embedded in this vehicle has come quite a long way and feels state-of-the-art. Additionally, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control are all part of what makes this car highly impressive.

Further Details

While the vehicle is note-worthy, it must also be noted that the infrastructure here is weak. We are referring to the electric vehicle infrastructure here. Despite the car releasing, there are few charging stations across the country so it can be an obstacle. Of course, the charge can be done from home too but that would be a hefty charge.

So, if you wish to buy this vehicle, we suggest that you look at it from every angle. You do not want to buy one and then not drive it due to a lack of infrastructure. The price of the vehicle is expected at Rs.6 million. This means that it is definitely a calculated investment.

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ZS EV Rising

We hope that the vehicle faces immense success upon being released in the market. It is always hopeful to see newer vehicles running on the roads of Pakistan. Who wouldn’t want to step into the new age of electricity?

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6 Pakistani Online Stores That Are Making Customized Goodies

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Buying something as it is so last year! In 2021, we embrace our individuality and want something that truly speaks to us. In that case, custom goodies are your go-to’s and here are all the places making them. What are you waiting for? Place an order already!

1. Customized Gift Shop – @customized_giftshop6

This shop is the answer to your dreams. This online store has everything you could need and they customize it all for you. If you’re looking for a necklace with your own or a loved one’s name on it, here’s where to get it. There are also notebooks that can be imprinted and other caricatures. Everything is customizable and made to perfection for you.

2. Rosé – @roseofficial.co

 

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If you’re into customizable clothes, this is going to be your heaven. This place designs custom everything denim, from jeans to jackets! All you have to do is send them a design that resonates with you and let them know what you want it on. The end result is something that can be distinctly yours for a lifetime.

3. Customized Packaging – @wrapp_inn

This online store promises to take care of all your customizable needs when it comes to packaging. That can be gift packaging or simply gift wrapping, they make it yours like no one else.

4. Customs Masks – @custommaskspak

An online store making customizable masks? We’re listening! This place makes custom face masks for you. Considering face masks are going to be here a long time, why not get some that are uniquely yours? This is the place to get them.

 

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5. Custom Jewellery – @jewelsbyhamzahanis

Every person should have a piece of custom jewellery in their life. Be it earrings you want to be made your way, a necklace to love forever, or a bracelet to cherish for life. All of these items (and many more) can be made customized by this online store.

 We have bought from them ourselves and they’re simply impeccable artists.

6. Leather Goods – @papermache.pk

 

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Leather goods such as cardholders, diaries and key chains are worth investing into. They add to your personality and are so durable that they become vessels of memories for life. For a writer, a customized notebook with their initials on it is a dream possession. For someone who’s getting their first house or car, a customized key chain only adds to the charm. All these goods can be made by this online store.

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5 Green Beauty Alternatives you Need To Get Your Hands On ASAP

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Since our childhood, we have been addicted to products that are 90% chemical and 10% product. Ranging from beauty products to bath ones, all have at one point harmed our skin/health without us being aware of it. Thanks to the growing awareness amongst people and R&D by companies, we have green beauty now!

Keep reading to find out the best natural alternatives to your daily beauty needs.

1. Handmade Soaps

Handmade soaps are so much better than the others we get. Many companies in Pakistan have started producing all-natural, handmade soaps that leave your skin feeling soft and supple. All said soaps are better because they use non-chemical fragrance oils, have no additives, and no artificial colours. 

Each bar only has a mix of essential oils and natural colourants which is why they’re safe for everyone.

2. Herbivore Botanicals Facial Oils

Herbivore has risen to fame over the past couple of years. The brand is a game-changer in the green beauty landscape. Their facial oils contain pure plant extracts that provide healthy hydration. Your skin will be left with an enviable natural glow. There are different oils available that work to combat dry, oily, and dull skin. 

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They contain no artificial fillers, fragrances, alcohol, artificial colours, or animal ingredients. Each ingredient in the oil has its place for a therapeutic reason and it’s your go-to mini-spa vibe product.

3. Drunk Elephant T.L.C Sukari Babyfacial

Drunk Elephant’s Babyfacial is an at-home, AHA/BHA facial that has been vetted by all the experts in the industry. It works to improve dull skin and reveal a more youthful radiance for everyone. Babyfacial is appropriate for all skin types and helps with many concerns. For instance, it helps with a smooth texture, minimizing the look of fine lines, wrinkles, boosting overall clarity, and unclogging pores. 

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4. Cake Beauty Everything Powder

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This is a revolutionary product. Cake Beauty’s newly launched Everything Powder can do just about everything as the name suggests. This vegan and cruelty-free product mixes natural starches with aloe vera and vitamin E for your face. It can be used to tone down excess sweat and moisture, as a setting powder, to volumize your lashes, and so much more!  Need we say more?

5. Beauty By Earth Sunscreen

The Beauty By Earth’s sunscreen is a natural sunscreen. A  non-toxic facial sunscreen that protects your skin from harmful UV rays.

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It is made without the usual dangerous chemicals found in conventional sunscreens. Ingredients like aloe vera leaf extract, green tea extract, and Vitamin E are all in there to give you nourishment.

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8 Fast-Charging Smartphones You Didn’t Know About

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Smartphones are extremely essential for use in today’s everyday lives. People cannot function that well without having a smartphone. Additionally, they have made life a whole lot easier for everyone. However, there are certain components that everyone looks for in a smartphone. One of those components is fast charging. Not every phone has the ability to fast charge its way to 100 percent. So, which ones do offer fast charging and should they be bought?

1. Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra:

While the phone is impressive in the camera region, it also has a robust battery. With a 5000mah battery, the phone can easily last for 2 days on standard use. It can even go longer depending on how light is standard use. The phone offers impressive fast charging, going at 45W. This is definitely going to boost the battery power to 80% in less than 45 minutes.

2. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus:

Here, we have yet another smartphone by Samsung. As we are aware, the Note series is one of the best ones to encompass the tech industry. With a 4300mah battery, the phone offers 45w fast charging. You cannot go wrong with this phone in many regions. The current price is set at Rs.1,90,000/-

3. OnePlus 7T Pro:

We know how well OnePlus makes its smartphones. Its display and processing power is one of the best ones that we have ever seen. The battery life is ample on this particular one too. It features fast charging in the form of ‘warp charging’. Compared to its predecessor, it charges 23 percent faster. This means that you can reach a full charge in less time than expected. Its price is currently Rs.82,500/-

4. Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max:

This is considered the largest and highest variant of the iPhone 11 series. It has a robust screen as well as a beautiful processor, running the A13 chip. It has a battery capacity of nearly 4000mah, alongside fast charging at 18W. The smartphone can attain a 50 percent charge in 30 minutes, as advertised.

5. Realme XT:

A company that started with budget phones, they have really extended their domain. The Realme XT can be considered a mid-range phone with a highly impressive processor and storage capacity. It even has a 4000mah battery. It features VOOC flash charge 3.0, which means a full battery in 80 minutes. Its current price is Rs.50,000/-

6. Huawei Honor 20 Pro:

This is one of the most underrated phones on this list. It certainly lies in the flagship domain due to what it offers. The phone has a 4000mah battery which can last for quite a long while. Its charging pattern is similar to the iPhone above. With 22.5W charging, it can attain a 50 percent charge in 30 minutes. Its price is currently Rs.1,00,000/-

7. Huawei P40 Pro:

While the phone has not been released in the country yet, it is expected to have a lot of astonishing features. Among these is the battery life. It features a 4200mah battery, with fast charging. The wired is at 40W and wireless charging is at 27W. You can expect a full battery in no time!

8. Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus:

Here we have a phone from the S-series of Samsung. It also features fast charging. Alongside that, the phone itself is quite an impressive build. The battery capacity is set at 4500mah, with 25W fast charging. Say goodbye to waiting for hours for the phone to charge!

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6 Places To Find The Best Shawarma In Karachi

6 Places To Find The Best Shawarma In Karachi
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Shawarma is food for the soul. It contains a perfect balance of meat and sauces topped with vegetables. Shawarma can easily be made at home, but the good old Sharwama is the one you find at the food joint where meat revolves around the skewer and is served fresh and hot. So if you want to enjoy one, then take a look at this list to enjoy this Lebanese delicacy in Karachi.

1. Desi Gali 

The food joint is located in Chota Bukhari and serves one of the best shawarma in the vicinity. The bread is toasted to perfection and contains the chewiest meat with the spiciest sauces.

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2. Rowtessire

Rowtessire is known for its garlicky shawarma’s, which are a bit over the price. So, if you want to treat yourself to something extra, then Rowtessire is your best bet.

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3. Beirut Shawarma 

Located in the vicinity of KDA, Beirut serves one of the most old-school shawarmas in the city. The size of the bread is enormous, with meat and vegetables to the top. With the price point, this joint sells the most economical shawarma, which is tasty yet light on the pocket.

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4. Pita 

If you are looking for traditional flavors, then Pita is the perfect place for you. However, their taste is too original for some people so they have introduced new flavors to cater to everyone’s tastebuds. They serve the authentic Lebanese shawarma with a rich garlic sauce and lightly spiced meat.

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5. Dubai Shawarma 

The joint sells 10-inch giant shawarma, which is the perfect option if you like your meals significantly and fulfilling. 10-inch sized mighty treat is available both in Pita bread and bun for Rs.399 only.

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6. Monty’s Shawarma

The eatery is located on Sindhi Muslim and serves a whopping mix of flavors. Cooked in olive oil, the joint has a variety of sauces and Turkish spices. The owner of the place used to sell in Dubai, so the idea of this place is to sell authentic taste.

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A Groovy Anthem And A Surprise Announcement Launched Realme Narzo 30 & realme C21

Lahore, Pakistan – Monday, June 28, 2021: Giving a unique twist to launch events, realme – a youth favourite in Pakistan has launched the realme Narzo 30 to entice smartphone gamers. The smartphone launch was done as a mid-year launch show bringing together a fun mix of Gen-Z influencers Ducky Bhai, Romaisa Khan, Bilal Munir and Hasan Raheem. At the end of the chat show, realme Narzo 30 was launched along with the Narzo Anthem sung by Hasan Raheem, while a new price of realme C21 was dropped as a surprise.

The show was one-of-a-kind launch event that was nothing less than a laughter riot. With fun activities, dumb charades and a TikTok battle, the show wrapped up with a rapid fire round where Hasan Raheem emerged as the winner. The mid-year launch show was packaged quite uniquely as segments reflected the remarkable features of realme Narzo 30 including the MediaTek Helio G95 Gaming Processor, a 90Hz Ultra Smooth Display, a 30W Dart Charge and a 5000mAh Massive Battery.

Other than the realme Narzo 30, there were two more surprise announcements by realme. The first one for its realme C21 got a new price tag of PKR 19,999/-, down from PKR 24,999/- earlier. And, a new Narzo Anthem sung by Hasan Raheem was also launched featuring Romaisa Khan and Ducky Bhai. With sick beats of the Narzo Anthem, the show was a hit with the audience as they got to see a personal side of their favourite KOLs.

As frontrunners in setting new trends in the industry, realme keeps bringing amazing devices for its fans and launches them in different ways. The Narzo series is a much-loved gaming series by realme, where the Narzo 30A became a huge hit in Pakistan recently. Now, Narzo 30 is poised to do the same.

TECNO’s Born To Stand Out Campaign For The New Camon 17 Pro Highlights The Inspiring Talent Of Pakistan

TECNO Mobiles recently launched its flagship Camon 17 series in the market. The series includes two phones; Camon 17 and Camon 17 Pro. The Camon 17 Pro had a lot of hype surrounding its release due to its 48MP Clearest Selfie camera. It supports a 64MP rear Quad camera coupled with a MediaTek Helio G95 processor, a 5000mAh battery, and a massive 8+128GB storage, further enhancing the performance of the flagship phone. With these exceptional features, Camon 17 Pro brings an outstanding “Born to Stand Out” campaign.

This #BornToStandOut campaign features the emerging talents of Pakistan who specialize in different areas. The main objective is to provide a platform for these young voices to reach the masses and be an inspiration for everyone. TECNO engaged Rameen Fareed, Pakistan’s youngest female footballer for the #BorntoStandOut campaign. She was the best player in the Women’s Football Championship 2018, which earned her admiring appraisals from the sports faculty.

Mehak Gul, the youngest Pakistani girl to hold the title of “World Woman Candidate Master” was also engaged in TECNO’s campaign. She holds an astonishing Guinness world record for arranging a chessboard in a whopping span of forty-five seconds. Marina Syed and Anita Karim are two trailblazer women of Pakistan who are breaking gender stereotypes. Marina Syed is the first female stunt biker and owns an academy to train young girls. Whereas, Anita Karim is Pakistan’s First Female MMA Fighter winning multiple national and international-level bouts.

Along with these amazing ladies, Ahmed ‘Wolverine’ Mujtaba is another rising star. He is one of the brightest martial arts athletes to emerge from Pakistan, performing exceptionally well in his debut defeating high-rated Singapore talent. This selection shows TECNO’s #BorntoStandOut Campaign highlights the young stars of Pakistan showcasing their talent and skill on a grand scale to inspire the masses.

Now the interesting part is that YOU can be a part of this inspiring campaign for TECNO too. If you have something to show the world share it with TECNO and get a golden chance to be featured in Camon 17 Pro’s #BornToStandOut campaign. So, come forward and share your talents on social media with the hashtag #BornToStandOut and also win a free Camon 17.

The YouTuber Who Harassed Women Says,”I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong”

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Khan Ali, the infamous YouTuber in Pakistan who got arrested for harassing women has now spoken his own truth. While sitting down with an interviewer, he had a heart-to-heart. Our thoughts? After hearing what he had to say, we wish he wouldn’t have had said anything!

Khan Ali’s Attention Stunts

Maybe because he did not get a lot of interviews or maybe he wanted to get this one viral, Khan Ali pulled a stunt on his latest interview too. The stunt was that he was wearing a dupatta on his head throughout. The first thing the interviewer asked him was also regarding this and from thereon, a train of sexist and misogynistic remarks begin.

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Khan Ali stated that he got arrested for wearing this dupatta and advocating for it. His purpose and mission are all embodied within this dupatta.

Pranking With A Message

This guy clearly has an I-want-to-stand-apart syndrome because of which he wanted to prank but with a message. This message was that women should be wearing a dupatta. That is why in his pranks he used to question women not wearing one while pulling the dupatta of those who did.

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According to this logic, Khan Ali believes he did nothing wrong. He got arrested because the police was strict about females being disturbed. The females were disturbed simply over why they were asked to wear a dupatta.

His Supporting Logic

Just like there is a best supporting role award, there should be a best-supporting pranks logic. And the award must go to Khan Ali’s creativity. He pranked women like this because he believes all women must wear a dupatta. 

Like the toffee and robot analogies, Khan Ali also believes in women’s bodies being covered. He said if a woman is fully dressed with a dupatta on her head, no one will touch them. No one will even think anything. However, if you have ‘hair open’ and there is a full “set-up”, then of course people are sitting. To that end, he also said I wanted to give money to some girls to get a dupatta for themselves. 

Why Are They Given A Platform?

The question again remains, why are these men given a platform? Why did no interviewer try to approach the woman who filed a complaint against this guy?

All the men who romanticise a woman being covered and their safety forget many things. They are unaware of women doing pardah and still being sexually assaulted. They are unaware of dead women’s bodies being assaulted. This kind of narrative spreading via people like Khan Ali is only helping this country go backward.

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“A Muslim Lady Doctor Should Not Treat Male Patients”, Mufti Tariq Masud

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A religious cleric has now announced that female doctors should essentially only be reserved for female patients. In a country with the lowest education rate regarding girl’s education, can we really follow this thinking?

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Tariq Masud Imparts Knowledge

Tariq Masud, a religious cleric, said in one of his gatherings that a female doctor should never treat a man. She must be reserved only to treat female patients and the same goes for men too. If, in case, there is ever a dire situation and a female doctor needs to treat a man, she must do two things.

Firstly, she must wear gloves. This is so her skin does not come in tact with the man’s skin at all. Secondly, she must also do niqab at that time and cover herself as much as possible. 

Tariq Masud’s Own Knowledge

This is the religious cleric’s interpretation of what Shariah must be. Moreover, considering the sort of remarks the Premier has been making on women, it will come as no surprise if he falls for this. However, Tariq Masud requires a trip to a hospital or a doctor.

Is the esteemed religious cleric unaware that in any treatment, doctors are always in gloves? Moreover, scrubs are unfortunately not made in a niqab design for the woman to wear. Why must a female doctor’s ability to perform her work be hampered?

Female Dentists Are Demonic

For Tariq Masud, the biggest problem is posed by female dentists. He believes they are doing the worst work in ‘ruining men’. He also notes that he has apparently seen many times when female dentists were being overly close. In one such case, a female dentist was hovering over so much that she and her patient’s nose was touching.

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Tariq Masud adds in a mocking voice that ‘liberals’ say this is not a concern. However, he himself has had many cases where men have become ‘kharab’ as a result of this.

Someone Take Him To A Proper Dentist

The first thing we’d say would be to take him to a proper dentist. A dentist can literally not come that close to its patient’s mouth if they need to fix anything inside the mouth. Moreover, Tariq Masud possesses the same mindset— the woman must bend and adjust in every case to protect a man.

If a female doctor or especially dentist is doing their work and a man can’t help but lust at that, is it the woman’s issue or the man’s?

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Zameen.com, Furnishia Partners For The Digital Ecosystem

LAHORE: Zameen.com — Pakistan’s largest real estate enterprise — and Furnishia — the country’s first furnishing portal — recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Zameen.com’s Head of Business Development Adil Kamal and NETSOL Executive Director and Furnishia Co-Founder Ayub Ghauri signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.

Powered by NETSOL Technologies, Furnishia will now become an official affiliate of Zameen.com and as such, its consumers will get access to Zameen’s exclusive inventory, and regular insights into Pakistan’s real estate industry.

Zameen was represented by Senior Director Sales Laeeque Chaudhry, Directors Project Sales Basil Hafeez, Head of Affiliate Network Qasim Raza, Senior Manager Affiliates Network Umair Butt, Ali Rehan and Haider Murtaza. Furnishia was represented by Chief Technical Officer Fahad Khalid, Director Brand Partnerships Yousra Ahsan, Business Head Najam Shahid and PR and Communications Executive Mehreen Zaman.

Through this MoU, both firms have agreed to help one another expand their customer base and to leverage their resources towards strengthening the country’s digital ecosystem.

Govt Soon To Introduce New Financing Scheme For 800-1000cc Cars

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It is a new day for automobile makers in Pakistan. The world is changing quite rapidly and everybody wants to move forward. Our government has decided to come up with a new auto scheme. Under this scheme, the common person will now be able to afford many automobiles. The domain of the cars is specific to engine capacity but it is still impressive.

For many years now, the sale of automobiles in Pakistan has been restricted. This is due to the fact that the prices of many cars are high. While the price itself may not be high, the cars get taxed a lot. You can expect to see a lot of GST or duty tax on an otherwise affordable car. However, the government is set to make it easier for us.

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Government And New Scheme

So, what is this new scheme that everyone is talking about? Firstly, it was our Prime Minister who decided to take this step. They said that the common person should be able to afford hatchback and compact cars. In light of that, tax exemptions were decided on 800cc and below cars. However, now it seems that the policy has been further extended.

Apart from 800cc and below, now the exemptions are going to be on 1000cc cars too. This opens up a lot of room for opportunity and sale from many citizens. The reductions make the cars more affordable and this could really help us in the long run. Let us now dive a bit into the details of the new finance scheme our government is going to put forward.

Further Details

According to sources, the vehicles are going to have a lower interest rate. A lot of cars are going to come under this category. This is because the market is full of existing and emerging compact vehicles. Sedans like the Belta might also be a part of this scheme. The percentage of interest in these cars is going to be between 5 to 6.

Exploring further, the 5 percent is for cars up to 1000cc. For cars above 1000cc, it is proposed to be 6 percent. This can further boost sales and create numerous business and employment opportunities in the country. The more the cars are sold, the more they will need to be produced. Apart from this, an exportable surplus of 2-3 wheeler parts also expected to be made.

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Hoping The Government Prevails

The auto policy is just around the corner and we have good news comes of it. People want to be able to afford cars for their commute and their family. Would it not be better to see many citizens driving around in compacts.

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5 Simple Ways To Improve Your Child’s General Knowledge

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We have been conditioned to believe that general knowledge is a subject that must be taught in school. However, the truth is far from that. Improving one’s general knowledge is a slow and steady process, and it goes beyond teaching a book. G.K helps children to relate and understand the varied facets of the world and its working better. However, today, when the prospect of social media and technology has taken over, it becomes tough to engage the children in healthy activities.

So, how would you improve your child’s general knowledge? The key is to boost their hunger for knowledge. Try these methods, which will help your child to enhance their general knowledge skills.

1. Reading 

Various genres of books, be it fiction or nonfiction, can help your child improve their comprehensibility and linguistic skills along with general knowledge. Reading ignites an interest which in turn increases the thirst for knowledge. Create a habit of reading newspapers, which is potentially the best source for improving one’s knowledge.

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2. Interactive Educational Games

Educational toys and games help children remember things easily and for a longer time. Yet, they create an interest that might not result from books as they seem like a forced burden.

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3. Quiz Shows 

Quiz shows are one of the best resources to get a lot of information in a limited time. You can also arrange a quiz show at home which includes little activities and questionnaires from the books your child is currently reading.

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4. Discuss and Debate 

Engaging in healthy discussion will help increase the G.K, but it will also help retain things in memory. Verbal resources are one of the most efficient tools to grasp and remember the little things.

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5. Make Use Of Media 

While the internet and television can be great resources to impart general knowledge to your kids in an entertaining manner, make sure to watch out for what your child is watching. Use the internet together and make learning exciting.

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Improving your child’s G.K will help your child to become a better-informed individual. With a bit of investment in time and resources, you can make learning fun for both yourself and your children.

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Brandsynario Partners With PAS For WFA Global Census

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The World Federation of Advertisers has recently partnered with the Pakistani Advertisers Society to launch the first-ever global census of the Marketing and Advertising industry. This will change the landscape of advertisements and marketing in Pakistan, and we’re happy to report that Brandsynario has boarded this ship too!

About WFA

WFA is the only global organization of its kind. It represents the common interests of marketers throughout the globe, becoming their voice worldwide. It also represents 90% of global marketing communications spend, which translates to roughly US$900 billion per annum. WFA, thus, champions more effective and sustainable marketing communications and works to continuously take marketing to the next level.

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Besides this, WFA also aims to connect the world’s biggest brand owners and national advertiser associations. It has been doing so in more than 60 markets which effectively brings together tens of thousands of brands at a local level. Together, this network offers a unique source of leadership, expertise, and inspiration in the marketing and advertising world.

PAS Is Changing The Game

Pakistan Advertisers Society (PAS) brings the same professional expertise locally. It collectively speaks for the common interest of the advertisers in Pakistan and is representative of 85% of the ad-spend locally.

The prime objective of PAS is to ‘empower its members in a multitude of ways. It empowers its members to deal with the government, advertising agencies, media, and other organizations integral to the advertising industry. Collectively, they’re strengthening the marketing industry. 

WFA and PAS Partnership

We are happy to report that PAS is partnering with WFA for something huge! Together, they are launching the World’s first-ever global census of the Marketing and Advertising industry. It is designed to provide hard data on the people working in the profession to create changes that matter.

A survey will be aired live to assess where the local and global advertising and marketing industry is in many areas. For instance, in relation to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In addition, by investigating workforce composition across the industry and people’s perception of them too, progress can be streamlined.

The initiative is productively building on work already carried out in the UK. For example, in the UK, this is a part of the highly successful All In Census. 

Supporting The Change

The participating markets include Pakistan, New Zealand, Portugal, Malaysia, and tens of other countries. This alliance is the next powerhouse for the field of marketing and advertising. What is remarkable is how National associations and publications like APNS and Brandsynario are supporting this framework. This is the bigger initiative, and now is the time to support it.

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This Internet Debate On ‘Kids’ Has Set Twitter On Fire

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This guy ranted about a very important problem and it has made his tweet go viral. However, since it is a very debatable area, the replies to the tweet are not always agreeable.

The Viral Tweet

This guy had enough of “toofan e badtameezi” of kids. He is sure to repeatedly mention he is not talking about infants and their crying. He is talking about older kids who can understand their parents. However, they still do not listen to them and create a ruckus.

Think screaming, crying for attention, throwing things, and overall being a cartoon character out of Looney Tunes. We’ve all had our experience with kids like this, haven’t we? Especially at weddings when you’re carrying your plate back to your table in pristine clothes and a kid bumps into you. It’s the worst.

The Parents’ Defense

The guy said “if you can not control your children”, simply don’t bring them. This sentence is very important because this is where parents go wrong. This is where those mischievous and disrespectful children hide.

Parents will call on to the child once or twice and then go about their own business. Then they complain that their children do not listen to them. Well, why? Isn’t your job as a parent to make them listen to you or are they the parent and you the child?

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Support Comes Through

Many people came to support this guy and his thoughts. They completely agreed with what he said and know that ill-mannered kids are an entirely different breed. There is no need to get offended. If there is an issue in your child’s behaviour, you acknowledge it and fix it.

Many Disagreements

However, many people came with a “holier than thou” attitude and suggested that they were fine with this behaviour. There’s nothing wrong with it. They came to defend the parents also that they try their best. Well, trying their best isn’t enough. These kids grow up to be this disrespectful too.

Is It The Parents Fault?

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Ultimately, some children are more rigid and demanding than others yes. Most of the time there is this difference in even siblings. However, it is the parent’s duty to ensure that each child is taught what they must be in their own way. Parents can not hide behind the “he/she won’t listen to me”. Acknowledge your child’s behaviour and fix it.

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This TikTok Mom Horrified After Finding A Mystery Room In Her House

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A mother ok TikTok was recently left terrorized as she and her husband discovered a secret room in their own home. It is full of strange pictures, family letters and other things. What will she do now?

Renovation Turned Discovery

Kam Mee and her husband were in the process of renovating their home when they stumbled upon something unexpected. They found an entire hidden room that is full of stranger photographs. There are cards too and letters addressed to the said family. 

Though from the surface it looks like a loving family affair, some pictures are haunting. Kam Mee and her husband note that there is a haunting feel to everything they have just discovered. 

@samanthartsoeseriously never would I have expected to find this… and I documented all of it ##mystery ##fyp ##nyc ##secret ##foryou ##apartment ##storytime♬ Mysterious – Andreas Scherren

Kam Mee Documents It

The mother is known for documenting family and home content. Obviously, she was also sharing everything about this hidden room with her fans. She shows them stumbling across a hidden entry and going inside.

@samanthartsoeHOW IS THIS IN MY BATHROOM WALL ##mystery ##nyc ##apartment ##secret ##storytime ##fyp♬ Mysterious – Andreas Scherren

The photos are at once fascinating and scary. In one said photo, a child sits in a go-cart with a man next to it. The scary part? The man is seemingly headless. About this photo, Kam Mee says that it was found on the walls. She hopes this was an exposure problem otherwise she will have nightmares.

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Christmas Gifts From Past To Present

They also found a huge Christmas gift from the “ex-owner” of the house. However, the creepy part is that this said gift is for the current “occupant” of the house which is Kam Mee and her family. How did they know they would be occupants or did that family always wish to contact any occupant that would discover them?

@samanthartsoeTRULY a new meaning to a “hole in the wall” ##mystery ##nyc ##apartment ##secret ##storytime ##fyp ##foryou♬ Oh No – Kreepa

Viewers were so intrigued by the finds that they kept begging Kam Mee to keep posting the discoveries. It is a real-life scene out of a horror movie, we can only hope it doesn’t become into a full movie. Many viewers are also suggesting this is a time capsule of the older family.

Others are suggesting the current family find a local historian. 

Dear Mother…

@samanthartsoecrawled through a wall for this mystery so enjoy the finale 🕵🏻‍♀️ ##mystery ##nyc ##apartment ##secret ##storytime ##storytime ##fyp ##foryou♬ Mysterious – Andreas Scherren

In follow-up videos, Kam posted more footage of many unusual things found in the secret room. One of those includes a 1960s letter addressed to “My Dear Mother,”. It is said to be about a family dispute and even inside the latter are multiple black and white family photos. Intrigued yet?

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