The Google Play Store is home to some of our favourite applications. From Instagram, Facebook, to Messenger and Whatsapp, the store has it all. Additionally, if you are skilled enough, you can make and upload applications too. However, this ability brings with it a crowd of unwanted people. They may construct such applications that retrieve your personal data when you use them or download them.
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Google Playstore Crackdown
According to sources, these nine applications were hidden under generic names. These names were of everyday use applications and utilities. Dr Web is the name of an antivirus service that detected these applications. The names of the malicious applications are,
Processing Photo
App Lock Keep
Rubbish Cleaner
Horoscope Daily
Horoscope Pi
App Lock Manager
Lockit Master
Inwell Fitness
PIP Photo
If you have heard of any of these applications, it must be known that they had malicious intentions. However, they have now been removed from the store and one has no reason to fear them now.
Privacy Concerns
These applications were stealing user credentials. These are the login credentials to Facebook that the apps were stealing. According to statistics, more than 5 million downloads had already been done on the apps. Who knows how long had they been stealing this data? However, cracking down has really made an impact as the credentials are now safe.
These applications basically tricked users into showing them fake Facebook login pages. From there, they stole the data from hundreds of thousands of people. While the apps have been removed, the security concern remains. We are left wondering how many more applications are doing this. Is anything safe? We should have care before using any of the applications and check reviews as well as product interface. Sometimes, a difference in letters can give away a fake or a login page.
In recent news, the Senate passed a bill that did not sit well with a certain group. It was the Domestic Violence Bill; set in place for the protection of women, children, and citizens who cannot protect themselves. They could have included the physically disabled, the elderly, and the mentally challenged. However, this human rights bill got major opposition not from the government or the party in opposition but the people who pride themselves on upholding Islamic values.
Rejecting the Domestic Violence Bill
Taking their argument further and making sure it was heard were Analyst Ansar Abbasi, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) member Mushtaq Ahmed, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) member Atta-ur-Rehman, and PML-N member Rana Maqbool.
Ansar Abbasi even took to Twitter initiating the trending hashtag, “We_Reject_Domestic_Violence_Bill_2021”.
Azhar Siddique also tweeted, documenting his support to Ansar abbasi. Being a human rights lawyer, people were infuriated at it. They said that as a human rights lawyer, he clearly cares less and less about human rights. This argument has weight considering when women were marching for their basic rights, he was going to courts to have it banned. And now, when the people, mostly women, children and elderly will be getting their right to exist safely in their own houses, he is getting the bill rejected.
Azhar Siddique moved to have Aurat March banned in 2020. In 2021 he is moving the courts to not put in place a domestic violence bill.
Some Pakistanis were rallying behind these influential personalities as well. Taking pictures of the clauses from the bill they were twisting the essence of the bill. So for instance, a right that Islam also upholds was in the bill; woman not being forced to live with in-laws or any one else besides her husband. Here, since it suited men, they put religion behind and brought culture forward. Apparently, giving women this right would mean destroying our society, our culture.
Government and the opposition are destroying our society together. It is a shame that a controversial bill like Domestic Violence was passed by the Senate. This controversial bill was passed by the government and the opposition together.@SenatePakistan#والدین_کی_خدمت_فرض_ہےpic.twitter.com/Gqq1XpaPCG
— @Muhammad Tariq🇵🇰 (@MuhamadTariqPTI) July 6, 2021
Twitter rejects the rejection
The rest of Twitter was angry at what had happened. They were not only angry at how influential Pakistanis like celebrated journalists and human rights lawyers were rejecting the bill but also how PM Imran Khan gave way under pressure.
you know the one thing i have unlearnt since i got here? tolerating the male gaze.
iss geir islami mulq main koi bhe nai dekhta. lekin uss islami mulq main nazar jhugti he nai hai.
seeing how the our pm rejected the domestic violence bill, i don’t think its even a secret.
The PM asked Mr. Babar Awan to ensure that the ‘approved’ bill was referred to the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII). When CII clears the bill, then they will enforce it. However, the issue Twitter is raising is that the CII is comprised of 12 men and they will be bringing a biased point of view. A better way would have been to formulate a team that represents all parties equally.
The PM has referred a domestic violence bill to the CII – a 12 men team. In any progressive society, this Bill would have sent to a team which included women, even the disabled and the transgenders who also face most of the violence in our country pic.twitter.com/axG7im89SY
The fight with the bill protestors continued as the other group continued to throw shade at them. According to them, only those directly affected by the bills, the abusers, would find the bill problematic.
there are people against the domestic violence bill because it threatens the culture. Good, abusive culture should be threatened. Only potential and actual abusers will defy such things ☺️🤞
Of course the Domestic Violence Bill needs to be squashed. After all, children stopping their fathers from hitting their mothers is a desi rite of passage. Parampara ko bhi tou bakaraar rakhna hai humein.
— panic, panic aur bus panic (@Ughx3000) July 5, 2021
Pakistanis gave excuses as to why they believed the bill was facing this level of protest.
This bill is amazing. Its detailed, thorough and covers all the bases when defining ‘domestic violence’. No wonder the mullahs and men have a problem with it. They don’t want their way of life to be criminalized. It needs to be protected and implemented in it’s entirety. pic.twitter.com/VHXRrsbyR7
Long story short, something that would have been a major achievement for our society was hindered. While Twitteratis can list down reasons why that happened, it still did. And we are not sure how long it will take for our society to recover from this setback.
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Are you all set to take the next flight to the Northern areas? If you have been doing the same every year, then you might be a pro by now. However, if this is your first time paying a visit to the mountains and the picturesque land fields, here is everything you need to know.
1. Know The Language
The key to traveling anywhere in the world is communication and how you will communicate if you do not know the right words. Since learning a new language is not that easy, make sure to learn a few words from the travel edition, so you do not have to worry while making a pit stop and meeting the locals.
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2. Know What To Pack
Taking the proper essentials is one of the most basic steps to prepare for a trip to Northern areas. The weather tends to get colder as your travel up North, so packing the appropriate warmers and sweaters should be your primary focus, even if you are sweating while doing so. Make sure to pack all the essentials, including warm scarves and socks, so you can enjoy yourself without shivering all the time.
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3. Carry All The Basics
As absurd as it might sound but not carrying the right essentials might put you in trouble. Make sure to have some cash with you at all times. Do not forget your ID and driver’s license if you have one. Pack an emergency safety kit in case you sprain your ankle while hiking or catch the flu.
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4. Know About The Culture
Know where you are going and what does the people value over there. Learn basic cultural etiquettes beforehand if you plan to spend plenty of time with the locals.
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5. Know Your Plan
Creating an itinerary is the second most essential thing you must do while planning a trip to Northern areas. This will be helpful since you will be able to spare most of the time deciding where to go and what to do. Knowing your plan beforehand will also help you plan your accommodation and transport easily.
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6. Pack Your Gadgets
This goes without saying since we all love to capture the scenic places and peaky mountains. However, you must pack all the essentials if you run out. Make sure to pack extra cables and chargers, including a power bank and a camera.
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7. Take A Spare Sim
Some networks do not tend to work efficiently in certain areas. So carry an extra working sim to stay in contact with your loved ones in case of an emergency.
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Talk about bizarre ways to bunk the school? Most of us have been through the same where we tried to fake our fever or stomachache to spend the day at home. However, kids in the UK are now taking it to the next level by faking a COVID test.
Latest TikTok Hack For COVID
TikTok is at the rescue for students who want to learn the tip for faking the coronavirus test. A video that has now received a viewership of 6.5 million is going viral on TikTok. Moreover, students are trying to fake a covid test in hopes of skipping school. Apple juice, apple cider vinegar, kiwi extract, and Cola works best to fake the lateral flow tests. The videos are uploaded under the #fakecovidtest hashtag.
Education Leaders Warns
Education leaders have warned that the practice is “massively unhelpful.” Since schools already battle to keep education going amid outbreaks.
According to Geoff Barton, General Secretary of the Association of School and College, “We are sure this involves a tiny minority of pupils, and that for the most part the tests are used correctly.“
“However, we would urge parents to ensure that tests are not being misused, and we would suggest to pupils who are interested in chemical reactions that the best place to learn about them is in chemistry lessons in school.”
It’s worth understanding how the tests work. The LFT contains a strip of paper-like material on an LFT device, called nitrocellulose, and a small red pad, hidden under the plastic casing below the T-line. The red pad contains antibodies that bind to the Covid-19 virus. The sample is mixed with a buffer to maintain its pH before it is put on the strip.
The fluid wicks up the nitrocellulose strip and picks up the antibodies. The antibodies bind to the virus if present. If the virus is attached to both sets of antibodies, including the (T and C) lines, the test is positive.
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So how do soft drinks work?
On idea is that the drinks contain something that the antibodies recognize and bind to, just as they do to the virus. However, a much more likely explanation is that something in the drinks is affecting the function of the antibodies.
The acidic drinks contain very low pH, disrupting the antibodies exposed to them since the buffer is not there to neutralize the acid. This results in the denaturation of proteins. As a result, the protein will not work correctly, giving a false positive test.
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Our lives are truly a rollercoaster. While some days can bring us great joy, other days can be an emotional ride. Our emotions are swaying all the time, and in times like these, we crave something that can bring us the utmost joy. KFC Pakistan’s new campaign summarizes our entire mood in just 2 words: Feel Good!
This brilliant campaign is the perfect depiction of all the times KFC has been by our side to lift our spirits. It shows us every moment that brings us joy, makes us laugh and KFC just helps to set the mood right. We’ve all been fans of the real chicken ever since it has been established in Pakistan, but this campaign is a great reminder of every moment where we’ve craved the chicken, how it has always satisfied us and how those tempting crispy bites are truly irresistible.
This also marks the celebration of a 100 restaurants which is truly a legacy. KFC has been the brand that has been our partner in crime in all kinds of situations and truly made us feel good.
If you’re looking for a mood-lifter, order KFC today and #KFCFeelGood.
Hum Style Awards have not even aired, but the pictures that emerged yesterday and the day before yesterday were enough to infuriate Pakistanis. It is still unclear whether they were instructed to keep the theme western or not, but the dress code did seem Hollywood-inspired. And the audience outright rejected it. At first, Pakistanis were only bashing one or two celebrities, but when they saw almost everyone in a similar dress code, the hashtag Ban Hum Style Awards started trending.
Reasons for bashing
Weirdly though, the reason everyone presented was the same and yet different. It sounds strange. Let’s explore this a bit.
It is clear that the main reason for this trend was how celebrities were dressed; here, they were united. But why did people find the dressing vulgar, here the reasons were separated?
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Some people found the dressing un-Islamic, while others found it not relating to the South Asian culture. Some self-proclaimed fashionistas also delved into the scientific reasonings; apparently, the western dresses do not fit people with South Asian bodies.
Twitter trends with Ban Hum Style Awards
Twitterati wanted to school the celebrities and the award organizers that being open-minded or proving that they are modern does not have to be done through vulgar clothes. And if you cannot carry those clothes well, then they should definitely not be ‘allowed to wear such garments. While Ayesha Omar definitely carried her dress well, the rest were uncomfortable in the emerging videos.
— PALESTINE SUPPORTER 🇵🇸 (@_rantsssss__) July 5, 2021
Most celebrities also spoke up seeing these images. They, in fact, called the event worthy of the caption, ‘RIP fashion sense.’ These celebrities included Bilal Qureshi, Iffat Umar, and Nazish Jehangir, among others.
Not only public but media fraternity also criticized dressing in hum awards. We are pakiswand we have our own culture so ban this shit#BanHumStyleAwardpic.twitter.com/NVPGr1BpA7
Seemi Raheel also shared her opinion on the matter. She said that being modern does not come from how you dress; it comes from the mind and education. So why did the dress code not reflect our cultural identity?
Creating parallel (as we always do), Twitter also shared the pictures from the time Duchess Cambridge Kate Middleton visited Pakistan. They said that if foreigners can respect our culture when they visit, why can’t we do the same when we are in our country? Of course, by this argument, these critics cannot question our actresses when they dress up in western dresses when traveling, or can they?
Aymen Saleem has surprised her fans with news that is anything but desirable. Is the acting business that undesirable or had she had enough?
Aymen Saleem Calls It Quits
Saleem announced on her Instagram stories last night that she will be quitting the acting business. She will no longer be pursuing acting as a profession. It comes as a great shock to her fans who loved all her performances.
In her farewell, Saleem notes that she is more than grateful for the opportunities she was blessed with. She also added that she has “tremendous love and respect” for all the people she has been connected with. Aymen Saleem promised them that she would also stay in touch.
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Why Now?
Fans are left asking only one question: why and why now? It seems Aymen Saleem is up to another project because the former actress said something in her farewell. She said, “will keep you updated on what’s next”. This clearly implies that something is coming which is demanding all her energies and time.
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Seeing how the actress was stellar at her job, we are sure whatever is next will be amazing nonetheless too.
Fans Reactions
Fans of Aymen Saleem are simply heartbroken. It is never easy to find out your favourite actress or actor has left the game! Many are confiding in Twitter and bidding her farewell. It is a heartwarming but nonetheless a sad sight! Here’s what’s going on:
apne gham ko ice cream aur songs ki madad se chupaya huwa hai. 🙂💔#AymenSaleem
#AymenSaleem
Mishi was right “tmhe tou shayad kabhi pata bi na chalay kisi nay tumhe toot kar chaha tha.”😭
Aymen you literally have no idea about how we feel rn!💔
Saleem is an exceptionally bright young woman who has more to her than acting. She is also a model by profession and is stellar at posing in front of the cameras. So much so, you’d never be able to guess that modelling is not her main profession.
Besides acting, she is also one of the young ambassadors for the Pakistan Youth Parliament. Did you know she is the niece of Queen of Pop, Nazia Hassan? Though the vocal cords may not have been circulated, the looks most definitely have.
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Saleem was an emerging actress who made her debut in Chupke Chupke. Managing to makes so many die-hard fans through just one drama is not an easy task. She really had the skills and the charm to go with the job. However, even if she leaves now, she leaves with love. She knows her colleagues and fans have her back. We can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next.
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Samsung is a company that thrives on its technology. They house some of the best pieces of tech, so it makes sense to buy from them. When it comes to flagship phones, you cannot go wrong with Samsung. Their robust build quality is what gains them the upper hand in many situations. When the Samsung Galaxy S3 first came out, it was considered revolutionary.
Despite the pandemic, the progress of Samsung has not been hindered. Now, with the S21 released, the company has made quite a huge bound forward. In fact, they have been one of the most popular ones of 2020 and 2021. Now, a new Galaxy event is just beyond the horizon, and we want to make sure everyone sees it. The company has just revealed the date of the event. Additionally, we can tell you what we are expecting to be showcased.
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Samsung Galaxy Event
According to a publication based in South Korea, the event is quite nearby. They have high hopes for the company’s success at the event and want everyone to see it. There are many things to be expected from the event itself so let us keep this information to ourselves no longer. According to sources, the Samsung Galaxy event is said to take place on 11th August 2021. This is barely a bit over a month away!
People are highly anticipating the details of the event. From what we know so far, the new Galaxy Watch 4 is also set to make an entry to the event. Samsung is bringing back the classic title to its smartwatches, and it is impressive. The watch design is said to house two buttons on the right side to navigate the OS. Additionally, it’s going to be released in three colors, with the strong build quality.
More Releases
Apart from the watch, what else is Samsung planning? It seems that the flip phones that people have heard about might finally see the light of day. It will be a brand new, shining day when the company releases these phones. They not only give vibes of nostalgia but a futuristic feel too. These phones are the Samsung flip and fold. Yes, one of them flips to open, and one of the folds to close.
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is going to be powered by a Snapdragon 888 processor. You can expect no compromise in quality or performance when you try it out. With a 4275mAH battery, this is going to be one beast of a phone. Similarly, the Z Flip 3 is going to have an aesthetic design. It is also going through some major changes, and we want to see all of them. Let us hope Samsung does well at this event.
Apple is certainly a front-runner in many domains. Stepping into their world means one is in for quite a ride. They have been releasing phones for quite a while now. If Steve Jobs were here today, he would seem quite content with the legacy that has been left behind. In light of that, we take a look at two products today. One of them is the iPhone SE, and the second is the iPhone 12 Mini.
While both of them are small phones made by Apple, there are some differences between them. However, there is also a price gap between the two products. So, we are here to see whether the price gap is worth the buy or not. Maybe one is better off not making the extra investment. Maybe the extra investment really is worth going the distance for.
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The Differences In 12 Mini And SE
If we take a look at the two iPhones, we might notice some considerable differences. Firstly, the iPhone SE screen is smaller, but the size is generally bigger than iPhone 12 Mini. The 2020 SE version was released in April and is currently the iPhone with the smallest screen. While the 12 mini sits at 5.4 inches, the counterpart is at 4.7 inches. While people love a small display, they may not want a display that is too small.
Secondly, while the iPhone SE has standard 4G support, the 12 Mini has 5G support. We assume that this is vital in the coming years due to emerging technology. If you want faster-performing connectivity, you may want to invest in something with more advanced technology. Additionally, the A14 Bionic processor in the iPhone 12 Mini gives it the upper hand. If we look at durability, the iPhone 12 Mini has survived drop tests made for more than ten times. However, the iPhone SE has similar durability as the iPhone 8, which cracked at a drop test of 5 feet.
Additional Differences
So far, the iPhone 12 Mini steps ahead in quite a few domains, but it is also much more expensive than the iPhone SE. Apart from that, the latter has one camera on its rear whereas the former has two. If you are a fan of photography, we will urge you to check out the iPhone 12 mini.
This comparison shows us that, while costlier, it is definitely ahead in technology and performance. However, if your budget allows for an SE and a nostalgic factor, it is not a bad investment. You can always use this one and upgrade later on. It should be noted that the price gap is nearly $300, so it must be carefully considered.
2nd July 2021 witnessed the exclusive preview of Hyundai Sonata in the commercial hub of Pakistan, Karachi. On this occasion, Brandsynario got an opportunity to speak to Hyundai Pakistan’s General Manager Sales and Marketing Division, Mr. Malik Muhammad Adnan.
Hyundai and Sonata
Discussing the launch of the all-new, 8th Generation Sonata, we asked Mr. Malik Adnan what he sees in terms of the path of the company.
To answer this, he delved into the technicalities of the consumer base in Pakistan and how new entrants are exploring new avenues of the market. He said that Hyundai Sonata is an amazing product belonging to a category that did not even exist in Pakistan. So, with this product, Hyundai Nishat Motor has entered a niche market segment of luxury sedans. According to him, in this category, there were only CBUs (Completely Built-Up) available in the market and customers had to face problems in After Sales support for these imported units in addition to the unusually high price tags.
Mr. Malik Adnan further said,
“We are not only launching a product, but we are basically creating a new base of the customer in the market of D-Category Sedan”.
Electric Cars
Considering almost all major auto brands are now focusing on electric cars, we asked him about their plans for it. He had the most positive response to it and informed us that they are watching the way the industry is going to progress. Mr. Malik Adnan further elaborated and said that this means the policies and the government initiatives related to the automotive industry need to be there to support the industry to establish its basis and market demand.
Milestones of Hyundai Pakistan
On being asked about any recent milestone that Hyundai has achieved, Mr. Malik Adnan said that it was being able to excellently execute its operations even during the COVID-19 pandemic. The GM Sales and Marketing Division said that through the vision of the Chairman and the CEO, they were able to launch vehicles like Tucson, Elantra, and now, Sonata in a span of just eleven months; an unprecedented feat in Pakistan! This shows the commitment of Hyundai Nishat to the Pakistani automotive market.
Sonata is going to create an impact on people’s lives and their experiences. It is in fact going to create a whole new segment in the industry. Not only that but there will also be numerous employment opportunities as these high-tech vehicles are being assembled locally in Pakistan.
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While we are forced to see the celebrities in cliched shalwar qameez and always crying, award shows are the one category where we can see them dressed up as ‘them’; their style. But our hopes were shattered during this year’s Hum Style Awards seeing all the celebrities dressed in Hollywood-inspired clothing with no originality whatsoever.
Let’s look at some of these worst-dressed celebrities of this year, shall we?
1. Fahad Hussayn
When designers wear dresses that baffle you, what can you expect from the poor actors and models who have no other option but to wear these designers? Fahad Hussayn was seen something that looked like a mask and also had a goat skull on it. People started trolling him calling it the aftereffects of COVID coupled with black magic.
Matching the theme of magic, Ali Xeeshan was seen in robes, a crown, and a Merlin magic wand. Can someone ask them what the theme was; Harry Potter or Merlin?
Did she look pretty or not, let’s not comment on that. But did she look comfortable with her own dressing? Definitely not? Constantly fidgeting in every video; either she felt out of place because of the people hovering around her giving uncomfortable looks or she was just not comfortable in that dress, this is something only she can tell.
She went simple with a pink suit but it was just not attractive.
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5. Nausheen Shah
Nausheen Shah’s Instagram is full of stylish dresses and poses. Hence, it is even weirder to find her dressed inappropriately for a ‘Pakistani’ award show.
This celebrity needs no more words, I guess. The Twitter trolling is enough to tell you that she wasn’t amongst the best-dressed celebrities during the Hum style awards.
Had she worn this for Cannes, it may have looked nice, but wearing this for a desi event, it looked misfit.
8. Sarwat Gilani
She was elegantly dressed. For some reason, I always love her wardrobe. And in the past, I became an even bigger fan of hers after seeing her steamy photoshoot with her husband. But for a Pakistani award event, it just did not look right.
Did you see the pictures of the event on your Instagram? Who did you think qualifies for this list? And if you think some of them were dressed nice, well, let’s hear it!
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RAWALPINDI: Zameen.com — Pakistan’s largest real estate enterprise — recently laid the foundation stone for the development of Ramada by Wyndham’s project in Bahria Town Phase 7, Rawalpindi. The inauguration event was attended by Zameen.com Senior Director Hassan Danish, Director Project Sales (North) Khurram Hussain and Premier Choice CEO Imran Zia, who were also joined by other notable real estate stakeholders from Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Speaking at the event, Senior Director Hassan Danish stated that Ramada by Wyndham would soon be the No. 1 branded project in Pakistan, as it was being developed in line with international standards. He further revealed that the project would feature a Rohtas Thermal Club, a swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court, and a BBQ area.
Premier Choice CEO Imran Zia added that the project would be among the country’s top developments due to its unique location, foolproof security arrangements, uninterrupted electricity supply, dedicated parking space for each apartment unit and the presence of international brand outlets. He also mentioned that the project’s proximity with leading educational institutions and other major facilities would make it an even more attractive investment for potential customers.
Director Project Sales Khurram Hussain also took the opportunity to reiterate the significance of the new development, stating that Ramada by Wyndham’s River Courtyard project would be an exceptional venture due to its supreme location and the provision of state-of-the-art facilities for the residents of the twin cities.
Mountain Dew has a long association with action and adventure however this time, along with the thrill their commercial celebrates one of the most simple yet powerful expressions of human connection i.e. Friendship.
Featuring two of the biggest stars of Pakistan, Fahad Mustafa and Ahad Raza Mir this ad film presents Dosti and Adventure like never before.
As we take a deep dive into the attributes of Millennial and the Gen-Z we realize how important the bond of friendship has become particularly for this generation.
Ironically, our Movie’s, Drama’s and even Commercials tend to place an emphasis on romantic relationships so much so that there is little or no mention of friendship on our screens. Thank fully this brand knows that nothing unites people and builds trust like friendship.
Friends bring more happiness into our lives than virtually anything else.
Every frame used in the film sheds light to the precious relationship of friendship, to support the idea Fahad and Ahad play characters that are very relatable. In every group of friends there is one who is always fashionably late, Ahad’s character is a tribute to all such friends.
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On the other hand, there some friends, who are the live savers, like Fahad’s character. These are the ones who personify the statement Yaar hain tou Paar hain. Friends like these will always watch your back! So it is very important to thank these friends and to remind them how important they are to you.
The film also strikes a realization that life without friends and adventure would be so boring. Therefore, it’s time we acknowledge the thrill that friends bring to each other’s life.
According to several research studies, it is said that along with physical activity having a group of friends that spend quality time with you can increase the longevity to your life.
Yaar Hain Tou Paar Hain Is All Over The Place
This campaign has turned out to be a hit on social media with Celebrities and Influencers participating with their #YaarHainTouPaarHain stories. Additionally, the PR Kit by Mountain Dew looked really exciting. A perfect kit that had everything one needs to plan an adventure.
Interestingly, many exciting things in the PR Kit were sent in pairs, so they may be shared with a friend. Many celebrities were seen inviting their best friends to plan an exciting adventure soon.
It’s evident that the message of the campaign was very well received. Mountain Dew has successfully created an affinity with young adventure-loving friends. The PR kit was a delightful idea. We hope the brand keeps surprising us with its action and friendship-filled commercials.
If you love chocolate, you must like this gooey, fluffy, light, and creamy dessert. Chocolate mousse is simple to make yet fancy enough to serve at your parties. If you in need of a quick chocolate fix, this easy-to-make dessert can be your savior. But how do you make an eggless, gluten-free version of the dessert? Let’s dive into it, shall we?
1. Chocolate Mousse Recipe
The ingredients list for this recipe might seem big, but it is so easy to make, yet it will make the most delicate dessert.
1 1/2cups heavy whipping cream,whipped to stiff peaks
Twoteaspoonsvanilla extract
1/3cupheavy whipping cream,beat to soft peaks, and sweetened with 1 1/2 tablespoons of powdered sugar for garnish
cocoa powder,for garnish
Instructions
Put the chocolate chips, water, cocoa, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl, and microwave, in short, 30-second bursts, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is melted and smooth (this can also be done over a double boiler)
Fold in the whipped cream and vanilla extract.
Divide the mixture evenly between 6 dessert glasses, cover, and chill in the refrigerator until set (about 1 hour).
Top with sweetened whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder (optional)
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2. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse
This eggless dessert is light, creamy yet thick, and sweet. Top with some whipped cream and cocoa powder for brownie presentation points.
Ingredients
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Three tablespoons cocoa powder
Six tablespoons powdered sugar
One teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Garnishing (Optional)
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
cocoa powder for sprinkle
Instructions
For Eggless 3 Ingredient Chocolate, Mousse first takes the chilled mixing bowl, adds the whipping cream to it, and whips until it becomes thick and bubbly.
To this whipped cream, add cocoa powder and powdered sugar and mix it carefully with the spoon.
Next, add the vanilla extract and again whip the cream till it becomes stiff peaks form.
Finally, put the mixture equally in all serving bowls or glasses, top them with whipped cream, and sprinkle a little cocoa powder. This is best served within a minimum of 1 hour.
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3. Thick Chocolate Mousse
This double chocolate thick mousse recipe is perfect for you if you like to go a little extra with the chocolaty flavor.
Ingredients
8oz.semisweet chocolate, chopped
1tspvanilla extract
1pinchsalt
3cupsheavy cream, divided
1/4cuppowdered sugar
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of the heavy cream to a bare simmer. Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate, let sit for 1 minute. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then whisk until smooth. Cover and chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes to cool.
Beat 2 cups heavy cream and powdered sugar in a medium bowl with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed to stiff peaks, about 3 minutes. Put 1/2 of the whipped cream in a container and store in the fridge until needed for decorating.
Give the chocolate mixture a whisk, then fold it into the remaining whipped cream with a silicone spatula until no streaks remain.
Distribute between glasses or bowls and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Garnish with whipped cream and serve.
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4. 2-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse
If you do not have any fancy ingredients, use these two essential ingredients for a quick fix of sweetness.
Ingredients
Mousse
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup heavy cream with the chocolate chips. Microwave for 2 minutes, stirring and adding additional time if needed. Allow the melted chocolate to cool to room temperature.
Pour the remaining 1 & 1/2 cups heavy cream into the chilled bowl and beat on high with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Add the cooled chocolate to the whipped cream and beat until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
Divide the mousse into individual serving containers. Cover the containers with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
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5. Eggless Chocolate Mousse With Ganache
Ingredients
For the ganache
225 gms Dark chocolate
1 cup cream
1 tbsp butter
For the mousse
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
Ganache
Chop the chocolate into even pieces. Heat the cream for 30 seconds – 40 seconds or until you can see bubbles around. Do not overheat the cream. It will curdle and overflow.
Pour the cream over the chocolate, make sure all the chocolate is covered. Set aside for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, whisk the chocolate and cream well. Add the butter and mix well.
Make sure it’s a homogeneous mix. Set aside.
Mousse
Take 2 cups of cream and add 1 tsp vanilla extract. Whip well until it forms soft peaks, about 7 minutes.
Now add the cooled ganache and whip well until it forms stiff peaks.
Scoop into serving bowls and let it sit for 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Garnish with chocolate chips, curls or nuts or even whipped cream and serve.
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A young guy named Talha Rashid took to Twitter to report something horrifying. It’s insanely cruel and heart-wrenching, a soft-hearted person can never watch.
Two Brothers And Their Cruelty
Talha Rashid’s two uncles stormed into his house and cruelly beat his mother and his grandmother. Unfortunately for them, everything was recorded. It appears the two women were inside a room at first and they barged in despite their consent.
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Upon coming inside they started thrashing their sister with a helmet and also a small hammer. When the grandmother used to step in to protect her daughter, she was also hit her severely. The video is so gut-wrenching because it shows how the women fall like cards upon one hit by the men.
@AbbasAhsan
I never imagined I will do this. I am uploading this video in position of very helplessness. Today my three maternal uncle attacked my mother when I and my brother were not home. They attacked and badly beat my mother and grandmother#HelpArsalanFamily
Helpthisfamily pic.twitter.com/Bf5C9V67cO
Talha Rashid raised his voice on Twitter. He started the trend of #HelpArsalanFamily to protect his mother and grandmother. Their uncles attacked their sister and mother while Arsalan and his brother were not home. Moreover, Arsalan’s brother shares that this property issue has been persisting for 6 years and is still unresolved.
need Media coverage to help me get Justice that has been pending for 6 years. Help my family in resolving the property issue which caused this barbaric attempt on my family.
Also help me arrest Zahid Ahmad third culprit and facilitator.#HelpArsalanFamily
The two brothers barbarically beat their sister and mother over property issues.
The Result?
Abbas Ahsan, DIG of Punjab, was tagged in all the tweets. Later, he tweeted that action has been taken. The two culprits are arrested and a case has been registered against them. Arsalan also went on to talk about how much our society has regressed for such incidents to be happening.
Action taken, both of them have been arrested and case being registered.
Unfortunately, property issues have been the cause of many fights and barbaric incidents in Pakistan. Unless there is strict observance of law and also some amendments, the situation is unlikely to change.
How Are The Victims Now?
The victims, namely Talha Rashid’s mother and grandmother, are better. His mother is still suffering from headaches and blurred vision because she was struck by a hammer several times. Though the son claims this is nothing serious, being struck by on the head is far from not serious.
People who are inquiring about Ami and Nani ami’s health. They both are doing fine. Ami has headache and a little problem with vision as she was hit by hammer strikes few times. But thanks to Almighty Allah nothing serious.#HelpArsalanFamily
In several such incidents, internal bleeding can happen too. In addition to that, we hope this country can serve them justice by arresting, charging and imprisoning the brothers. This beating is not simply a case of property it’s a case of men versus women at heart. The brothers could not bear their sister asking for her part. They also felt superior and hence, knew they could beat them. This is exactly what must change.
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Aima Baig and Shabaz Shigri have revealed their wedding plans. Are they true or not? Stick around to find out!
HSA 21
The HumStyleAwards each year are the biggest event that Pakistani idols, celebrities and fashion squad look forward to. It’s the highest budgeted event with elaborate performances, judges, and awards all lined up for a magic experience. Two such attendees during the night were Aima Baig and Shabaz Shigri who made their appearance as a couple.
The Couple Under Spotlight
The couple in question was dressed to the nines. Aima Baig was supporting a red silk gown with a zircon, blingy choker. Besides that, her makeup was like her usual style— minimal! She also complemented her look with a ponytail that made it look all nice and neat.
Shahbaz Shigri, on the other hand, decided to opt for a plain black and white suit. He cleans up nice for HSA21 with, we are assuming, a shave and a haircut!
When Will The Wedding Bells Ring?
Interviewers and media only had one question for the two. When is the wedding going to be? The two were humble and hilarious with everyone who posed the question and did not mind answering it a gazillion times. Their answer was generally the same throughout!
The two either said this to ward off the questions or actually meant it. Their answer was “maybe next year?” And then the two shared a laugh over it happening next year. “We just decided this right now, next year!” It appears they don’t need proper round table conferences to set the date, just an award show and an interviewer does it. What we can predict is their wedding will be nothing short of luxurious but will be understated. The couple gives a lowkey vibe!
The Engagement Announcement
Aima Baig announced her engagement to her longtime beau, Shahbaz Shigri, a while ago. It was with her diamond ring being posted on her Instagram (that’s the norm!). The two have been together for years now and have enjoyed several trips together too.
When asked about why she loves Shigri, Aima Baig said it’s because of how much he makes her feel at ease. They met on the set of a project they were doing together and there they just ‘vibed’. Now the two are engaged to be married and we wish them nothing but the best!
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Alizeh Shah is someone who remains in the spotlight for controversial reasons. Be it the breakup with Noaman Sami or her dressing in a certain music video, she attracted quite some backlash. For some reason, the Pakistani audience has also decided to make her the focus of every possible issue. This is the only possible explanation for why Alizeh Shah’s look is trending after the Hum Style Awards of this year.
Hum Style Awards
Even though there were many celebrities shamelessly copying Hollywood and Bollywood stars on the day, Alizeh Shah got the most attention. It could be because of her drastically changing figure or the non-aligning personality of her real self with the characters she plays, Pakistanis are not able to accept her, it seems. Hence, leaving aside Urwa Hocane, Nausheen Shah, even Sonya Hussyn, they only targetted Alizeh for wearing a dress they labelled as revealing.
Memes target Alizeh Shah
Ever since the red carpet video emerged where Alizeh was flaunting her dress and waving her arm, people couldn’t digest it. And as Pakistani are known best for, they started trolling her and criticizing her with memes.
Of course, since Pakistanis’ meme game is on point, the jokes are funny and relatable but they must be hurtful to the person in question. But let’s take a look at some of those memes. The best one yet was where Alizeh Shah is in one of her characters praying so she is all covered. And the second one is from the Hum Style Awards. The memers describe it as the first semester and last semester dressing.
Well, we are all witnesses to that, I am not gonna lie.
— javed Mahsood (VeEr_MàsÈéĎ) (@javed_mahsood) July 5, 2021
While the only thing the Pakistanis can think of in such situations is editing a hijab on the revealing dresses, but this was not their best works. The one they did for Saba Qamar on her birthday was better. But oh well, it fits the purpose.
Hopefully, with time Alizeh Shah will find her person and be able to own how she wants to show herself. Until then, let’s hope Pakistanis will give her some breathing space.
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The countdown for the first edition of Kashmir Premier League (KPL 2021) began with a grand launch- the KPL Draft Event which was held on 3rd July in the national capital Islamabad. All six of the franchise owners, along with the teams’ respective think-tanks participated in the event, all in a bid to pick the most balanced team which could potentially claim the inaugural title of the Kashmir Premier League.
The red carpet of the event kicked-off at 5:30 PM with the arrival of the invitees which included some well-known names from different fields. Chairman Kashmir committee Mr. Shehryar Khan Afridi, Senator Faisal Javed, President KPL Arif Malik, and CEO KPL Shehzad Chaudhry attended the event. The legendary Waseem Akram (Vice President KPL), Shahid Afridi (Brand Ambassador), Inzamam ul Haq, Shoaib Malik, Saeed Ajmal, Umar Gul, Umar Amin and Abdul Razzaq also graced the event with their presence. The honorable guests shared their views with the media upon arrival, and showed a lot of excitement for a league that would represent Kashmir in the world of cricket for the very first time.
The event started with a welcome speech delivered by Director Cricket Operations KPL Taimoor Ali Khan. He spoke about how the Young Talent from Kashmir would be promoted by the league on an international level. Vice President of KPL Wasim Akram was the first honored guest to speak to the audience, and following him was the living-legend Shahid Afridi who is also the brand ambassador of the KPL. They both highlighted the importance of the KPL as an initiative towards a better and prosperous Kashmir. They further praised and admired the efforts of the KPL management for such a huge initiative.
Senator Faisal Javed and Chairman Parliamentary Committee Shehryar Khan Afridi also congratulated the management for this revolutionary initiative for Kashmir. They also endorsed the KPL and ensured the continuous support from the government at every step for the success of the league.
Soon after, the players’ auction began and all the six franchises got busy picking players in the various categories- Overseas, Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver and Emerging.
The six teams participating in the KPL 2021 are Rawlakot Hawks captained by Shahid Afridi, Muzafarabad Tigers captained by Muhammd Hafeez, Mirpur Royals captained by Shoaib Malik, Kotli Lions Captained by Fakhar Zaman, Bagh Stallions captained by Shadab Khan, and Overseas Warrior captained by Imad Wasim.
Finally, the sensational draft event concluded with a commitment towards a successful inaugural season of the Kashmir Premier League which will be starting from the 6th-17th August, 2021 in Muzaffarabad, A J & K.
Each year, Pakistan Super League (PSL) brings the nation together to watch the spectacle that the biggest cricket tournament in the country is about, and this year the stakes became way higher with Surf Excel’s Daaghon Ka Champion Trophy taking over the country with its high-stakes diving frenzy!
Plastered all over social and conventional media, Surf Excel Daaghon Ka Champion trophy, for which they have partnered with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made this season’s heart-stopping dives the central focus for the fans. Rather than just the sixes and catch-outs which the fans usually loved, the popular detergent brand announced a whopping grand prize of PKR 500,000 for the player who did the most dives, making it just what everyone is talking about right now.
Garnering massive buzz after hitting our television and digital screens, Surf Excel’s series of commercials featuring top-class cricketers from Pakistan such as Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Rizwan initially piqued everyone’s interests as the first TVC took to the waves. Shown collaboratively performing a dive to get stains on their clothes, the commercial ends with all three of the players covered in stains, leaving the audience, fans and influencers curious about who the winner of the newly announced Daaghon Ka Champion trophy will be and how they can support them!
Taking to their social media and proving that cricket runs in our blood, the biggest names in influencers such as Mariam Tariq Rana, Aqsa Zunaib, Faiza Saleem, Amna Niazi, Fariha Asghar, Daniyal Sheikh, Tashfeen Arshad, Aden Rehan, Syed Muzamil, Rafay Butt, Mansoor Qureshi, Mubeen Ul Haq, Sobia Saleem, Ghazanfer Jaffery, Rida Mirza, Rehab Siddiqui, Mehak Raheel, Nayab Ijaz, Azlan Shah, Anica, and Maryam & Aylah proved just how fun taking a dive for their favourite cricketer could actually be.
We saw the influencers making some super thrilling moves as they did their fair share of adrenaline-pumping dives, jumps and everything in between!
Mubeen Ul Haq for example, had us in stitches over his dive as he chose to protect himself from some martial art-style flying bottles coming towards him as he came out in support of Babar Azam! On the other hand, Muzamil Hasan’s take on the dive had us rooting for his favourite player, Shadab Khan even more.
The anticipation only grew further with each match and of course, each new Surf Excel TVC as we got to see more action come out! The second commercial, which featured Faheem Ashraf, hilariously proved that dive mania is at its pinnacle by diving even when he didn’t need to in order to win the game! Quirky and funny at the same time, we saw many imitating the best of players during the campaign to make their favourites win the Daaghon Ka Champion Trophy.
The interest wasn’t just over social media though! Seeing Pakistan’s best cricketers take such an adventurous part in the Daaghon Ka Champion Trophy, many known faces of television news shows and morning shows also took their dive!! Be it, GEO’s transmission where during the PSL discussions we saw a dive taking place or everyone’s favourite tongue-in-cheek show, Mazaaqraat, where we saw the supremely funny comedians taking a dive, the support for the DKC Trophy has been keeping everyone on the edge of their seats!
If that wasn’t enough, the fact that 17 Pakistani channels ended up airing the best dives from the 2nd leg of PSL on their airtime is proof of just how much everyone was obsessed with the dives this time around!
Continuing with an amalgam of sportsman spirit and hilarity in one, the third commercial from Surf Excel’s Daaghon Ka Champion went further on the comic element when much-loved commentator and former cricketer Bazid Khan took to the pitch, and some great ‘daagh’ action ensued. Taking a dive on the ground, Bazid proves there’s just about no one left who isn’t fully participating for their chance for the big win!
Finally culminating into its main purpose of the cricketer with the best dives winning, it was Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Rizwan, Akhlaq Ahmed, and Shahnawaz Dhani who scored the highest on the leaderboard for the grand prize of PKR 500,000. Making it big with his mark in the end with an array of dives and the support of influencers was Shahnawaz Dhani, who won with a whopping [final winning number added here] dives!
We have always loved Surf Excel’s ‘Daagh Toh Achay Hotay Hain’ legacy for all it stands for, but with the Daaghon Ka Champion Trophy, they proved that no one could make that concept as adventurous, fun, and worthwhile with their take on Pakistan’s favourite sport, cricket!
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The world of TikTok and the people behind it are full of scandals and controversies. No wonder it faces a ban now and then from the government of Pakistan. The TikTokers are now taking over different streams of media while they make appearances in talk shows and tv dramas.
One such show which goes by the name of Khush Raho features TikTokers from all over Pakistan. On the show, they are seen playing games and doing fun activities that sometimes take an odd turn. A similar incident was seen in yesterday’s show when the video went viral of the host Faysal Qureshi lashing out on a TikToker.
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Faysal Qureshi Gets Angry
In what seems like a birthday celebration we can see the Tiktokers and the host standing and singing the birthday song. However, a girl started to hit a guy amidst the song and the guy who got hit was the one whose birthday celebration was going on.
Looking at the situation Faysal gets angry and hot-tempered as he called out the girl and shouts; “What are you doing? The show is going live”.
He suddenly left the set while calling them out ill-mannered and disrespectful.
The whole situation took a sudden shift and everyone felt uncomfortable while most of them took to their seats waiting for the host to calm down.
Scripted or Unplanned?
The majority of the people believe that the whole scenario was scripted and planned for ratings and TRP. While similar incidents have also occurred previously where we have seen the host scolding the participants. Some people are furious as to why this show is still going on.
“The host is right”, one user wrote.
Whether scripted or unplanned doing such things on TV reflects poorly on one’s personality. The game show must be limited to games without adding extra drama to it.
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