The third Sunday of June is not just any ordinary day. It is a day dedicated to an extraordinary person. The Father! A figure whose presence in life brings about the meaning and a sense of viability. Every year in honor of Father’s day, brands come up with different ideas and marketing campaigns to pay tribute to the Father figures in our lives. This year, too, we got to see some exciting advertisements which are melting our hearts. Let’s take a look at some of them.
1. HealthOk-Happy Father’s Day
This ad is showing us the reality of having a father in its true essence. As someone who has the responsibility of the house, being a father means having to accustom to an attitude. But that does not mean the feeling of love and warmth goes away. It stays there forever, yet not much visible. This ad shows the importance of expressing your emotions to your fathers. It also shows the importance of communication and association. Take a look yourself.
2. Pampers Pakistan
Pampers is known for its savvy and up to trend marketing. Every year, they tend to gather some views with their meaningful commercials. This year Pamper’s and its Parent company P&G announces giving two months of paternity leave to their employees with a heartwarming TVC.
3. Olivia Shukria
Leave it to our TVC’s to tell us about some of the most heartwarming relationships. In its latest TVC, Olivia shows the life of a single parent who tends to shy away just because of his age. Single parents need double the amount of love. Don’t you think so?
4. Atlas battery
This advertisement shows a dilemma of society; it is a topic that has been touched repeatedly—dropping your parents to nursing homes. This TVC is bound to make you drop some tears. Take a look yourself.
5. Proton Pakistan Father’s day
Proton pays tribute to fathers in its Facebook post with a heartwarming caption.
“Always aspiring to be like our hero, the man who did everything for us. Let’s give it up for the Dads, the ones who made us feel special. Happy Fathers Day!”
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Having a little general information about the world is always good. Knowing these bizarre laws around the world will make you grateful for the laws in your own country. Plus, if you decide to visit these places, it’s always good to be informed.
1. It’s Illegal to Chew Gum in Singapore
In Singapore, anyone importing, selling or making gum in can get fined and/or get jail time. There’s only one exception and that is with nicotine and dental gums offering therapeutic value.
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2. It’s Illegal to Run Out of Gas on the German Autobhan
The German Autobhan is notorious for having dynamic speed limits. You can travel more than 100 miles per hour in it! That is why Germans believe that you have the power to keep your car properly gassed up. Hence, if you run out of gas, it’s your own fault. You pay for it.
3. It’s Illegal to Feed Pigeons in Venice
Tourists loved feeding the pigeons. As a result, the cleanup from the birds used to cost each citizen €275 per year. Now, the tables are turned. If you’re caught feeding the pigeons, you could get fined up to €700.
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4. Don’t Wear Your Winnie the Pooh T-Shirt in Poland
Poland issued a ban on this cartoon character because it does not wear pants. The Polish government feels it is a little too risqué for impressionable children!
5. It’s Illegal to Wear a Mask in Public in Denmark
The Danish government does not want anyone to cover their faces in public spaces. This includes masks, helmets, scarves, hats, fake beards and even burkas.
6. Registering as Married at a Hotel Makes It So in North Carolina
In North Carolina, if you check-in at a hotel and say you’re married, that can officially make you married. This is deemed as a common-law marriage, that is honoured and valid in North Carolina.
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7. It’s Illegal to Be Shirtless in Barcelona
The Barcelona government passed a law in 2011 which fines you for walking around half-naked. It could cost you up to €260.
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8. It’s Illegal to Wear Lace Undergarments in Russia
Russia does not allow lace undergarments. A 2014 law in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan states that undergarments must be made with a minimum of 6 per cent of cotton. It’s apparently for health and safety.
9. You Cannot Die Without a Pre-Purchased Burial Plot in Part of France
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In the town of Sarpourenx in France, you cannot die within the city limits unless you already have a burial plot purchased. They’ll fine your dead body too.
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While we wait, the auto policy in Pakistan is at the final stage. It is set to be deployed and implemented soon. In July, the current standing policy would end and it would be time for a new one. According to sources, it has quite a lot of fruit to offer to the public. Despite there being a shortage of chips globally, the development is steady.
Many new brands have started to enter Pakistan now. Before it was just a handful of them. Now, we see brands like Changan, Proton as well as many Hyundai. The brands themselves are not too young and have a base built now. In light of this, a new auto policy sounds like quite a piece of good news to us.
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Auto Policy For Pakistan
Recently, a meeting was held by many ministers. One of them was the finance minister as well as the industries and production one. The meeting was held to decide and finalise the new auto policy. As we already know, PM Imran Khan has decided to lower prices for cars. These cars are specific to those under 800cc. This means that many commercial car prices are set to drop by a big margin.
This comes as good news to us because these cars will become highly affordable. The common person should be able to purchase these vehicles and thus the dream comes. Even the GST on local vehicles is said to be reduced from 17% to 12%. This is a considerable deduction and can help a lot of people buy cars. Additionally, the new policy supports auto parts for 2 and 3 wheel vehicles too.
Additional News
This new auto policy has something else too. It has regulations and support for electric vehicles in Pakistan too. Electric cars are something that is becoming common day by day. Many people want to be a part of the new age of electricity. After the war between Edison and Westinghouse (Let us not forget the wild card, Tesla), this is the new electric age.
So, if you are someone who wishes to buy an electric car, it might be easier because of the auto policy. Additionally, this new policy is sure to increase a lot of competition in the local market. When the 800 and less CC cars finally appear, there will be a lot of options. To accommodate that, the competition will rise. If many people go for one type, the other might reduce prices even more.
Hoping For An Affordable Car
We hope that this new policy accommodates a lot of vehicles under it. It is always fun to read about new developments in the country. Seeing this one brings light to many people’s faces. After many years of expensive vehicles, they are finally getting affordable ones. Plus, the vehicles themselves have such impressive features, one would want to buy them.
Christiano Ronaldo has made history with the number of Instagram followers he has amassed.
Reaching The Highest Number of Followers
The Juventus star was the first person globally to reach the 200 million mark on Instagram, leaving many shocked. However, today, he has broken his own record after some mere months by reaching 300 million on the same platform.
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Christiano Ronaldo is not less than a legend in his field and his following comes as no surprise.
The Victories Keep Rolling In
Earlier this week, Portugal captain Ronaldo also made European Championships history. He became the all-time top scorer in the summer tournament after he shattered the record of 10th and 11th finals goals in the opening Euro 2020 match against Hungary.
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Ronaldo was playing his record fifth European Championship in the past week which is when he shattered the records. In his signature style, he overtook the previous mark of nine goals set by France’s Michel Platini in Euro’s all-time leading scorer list. The footballer clearly isn’t slowing down in the near future.
In the entire list of current active players, only one player comes close to Ronaldo. Only France’s forward Antoine Griezmann comes near to the five-time Ballon d’Or winner because he has scored six goals in the seven matches played at Euros.
What Can Be Next?
Ronaldo can potentially be moving onto 106 international goals. He is only three shy of footballing immortality which has previously only been held by Iranian striker Ali Daei’s all-time record international goals tally of 109.
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Ronaldo’s Instagram is also heavily influential. With 300 million followers at his beck and call, all mega-companies are striving to get the footballer on board. A single post by him can reach 300 million at once— can there be a greater, more golden opportunity for companies?
The Influencer’s Influencer
Recently, for the same tournament that Ronaldo was breaking records in, a press conference was held. Normally there are sponsors for each tournament whose items are placed at the players’ disposal. As such, coke bottles were on the table.
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Ronaldo put the Coke bottles aside and put water in front, suggesting his fans and others to drink water instead. This caused one of the heaviest losses for Coke in its decades-long history, causing the company to lose $4bn at once. It’s fascinating how he did not have to think once about what this could mean for him, he’s untouchable and invincible and he knows it!
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There have been certain drawbacks in the technological world these days. Due to the global chip shortage, the prices of many electronics have gone up. Additionally, while it’s not a drawback, cryptocurrency has had an impact on GPU prices. Due to the high demand in the mining of crypto, many GPUs have been sold. It is estimated that the GPU selling number, for mining, was more than 700,000.
Imagine this many graphics cards being used for mining cryptocurrency. One of the most widely used ones was the RTX-3080. It is still quite an impressive card and one of the best ones out there today. However, its price went sky-high along with other cards, when crypto hit a high note.
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GPU Prices Falling
In recent months, crypto has seen a lot of ups and downs. The last month was especially difficult for investors because of the dip. Tesla decided to halt payments using crypto. This was because crypto miners were not using clean energy for mining. Until they do, the payments remain halted. However, this caused a massive rift in the crypto world and it might affect GPU prices.
Since the demand for the GPUs might fall due to the bitcoin bust, the prices can come down. PC builders can finally make their own gaming or workstations in peace. You don’t have to worry about building a PC and then waiting for a graphics card because the prices are too high. However, we would still suggest that you wait and see how this situation unfolds.
Buying A GPU
A lot of places have been cracking down on bitcoin trading. However, it must be understood that one cannot stop something so widespread. Crypto may have started small but now it has become widely popular. We recommend that you read about the technicalities that involve crypto. It is never harmful to increase your knowledge on a subject.
Let us hope that the GPU prices come down by a notch and people are able to build a PC. However, it must be noted that the global chip shortage still rages on. While the prices may drop, they may not drop everywhere or on all GPUs. THe RTX-3080 is certainly expected to take a hit but let’s hope the 10 and 20 series do too.
Nida Yasir just shared how her Turkey trip was like a coin: there were two sides to it! At one end, she experienced the most beautiful sights and enjoyed a lot. On the other end, she lost very precious things. Here’s what happened and what you should never do
Rumours Came True
Before Nida Yasir ventured to Turkey, she was told by many that a lot of stealing happens there. Streets are full of pick-pockets who take a second to take out your valuables from your bags.
Having travelled through many cities and towns, when she reached Istanbul she was extremely cautious. In order to avoid all the stealing she was told about, she left all her valuables in her hotel room.
Was It Her Own Fault?
Nida Yasir’s strategy to deal with the stealing on the streets was to forget that stealing can happen inside hotels too. She put her “3 rings and a pendant” all made of diamond, in a pouch. Then she hid that pouch in a bag. Now here’s the best part: she did not put that bag in a locker.
She let that bag remain inside the hotel room in plain sight because she did not think anyone would steal it from here. Nida Yasir, being the traveller she claims herself to be, didn’t know that room cleaners come in absence of tourists?
When Did She Find Out?
Another thing that Nida Yasir did that made it worse for her was that she checked the pouch with such valuable things only after 3 days. Any other person would be checking it 24/7 so you can give a closer time estimate in case it is lost.
When you check it after 3 days, you do not know whether it was stolen on day 1, 2 or 3. How can you possibly track the thief? Regardless, she tried her best to get the police involved. Spent the entire night in a Turkey police station and registered an FIR too.
Must Be A Huge First Paycheck
Usually, people’s first paychecks are just enough to treat family and friends to a good place. For others, the first paycheck is enough to get you two things from Zara. However, we wonder what Nida Yasir’s first job was because her first paycheck afforded her multiple diamond jewellery pieces.
Nida Yasir kept stressing it was first paycheck buys and hence, very valuable. We hope she’s able to find the things.
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The world of technology is moving ahead with break-neck speed. People are doing advancements without slowing down. Despite the world being pushed back a bit, people are still trying quite hard. The silicon chip shortage has affected a mass audience in the entire world. However, companies have still managed to progress. Foldable phones are a thing now and many have been released.
While many have released, there are many waiting to hit the market soon. Let us take a look at some of the best Foldable phones for 2021. It is not too late to check out the devices and see if you want to make a purchase.
1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2:
The company has been known for robust releases. So, it is not a surprise that this release is any different. It certainly has a quality build and impressive features. With a 7.6 inch display, this is sure to leave you hooked on it. The phone itself houses a Snapdragon chipset. It is also a recent Snapdragon processor, the 865. Speaking about further specifications, it has 12GB ram and 512GB storage.
You cannot even think of running out of storage when using this foldable phone. Additionally, the phone has six cameras on it! This includes a telephoto, ultrawide, wide-angle and a few more. You don’t have to worry about quality pictures either when using this phone. Its current price is Rs.2,70,000/-
2. Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold:
Now, this phone has an inward folding design. It is certainly made for those who prefer sleek designs. The phone looks quite impressive and it can give good competition. The screen size on this one measures 8 inches. With a 108 megapixel camera and 5000mah battery, it sure to last you for many days on end.
Apart from that, the phone also has 16GB ram as well as 512GB storage. Its price is expected to be around the Rs.2,30,000/- mark.
3. Huawei Mate X2:
Huawei has been one of the fastest rising brands in Pakistan. It has gathered quite a lot of audience and this phone is no less in functionality. With an unfolded 8 inch screen, the phone has a lot to offer in terms of comfort. With a quad-camera setup and a 4500mah battery, you can easily go past two days of life. If stretched, it can even last 3 days.
This foldable phone is powered by a Kirin 9000 chip. The ram is 8GB, with storage options of 256GB and 512GB. Huawei Mate X2 is certainly worth a glance and might just be a good buy. However, the price tag is quite hefty. It might be more than Rs.4,00,000/-
4. TCL Trifold:
Now, this is a unique phone on this list. It is unique even on a foldable phone list. As the name suggests, the phone offers a tri-fold feature. This phone has the ability to unfold into a full-fledged tablet. The display is lit up by three batteries and it takes quite a lot of power to run. There is not a lot of information available yet so this is all we can tell you right now.
5. Microsoft Surface Duo:
Of course, we cannot keep a list without this phone. It is a foldable phone by Microsoft and is said to house a lot of impressive features. While it is not foldable in the conventional sense, it brings together two screens held by a hinge. The hinge can rotate 360 degrees.
This makes the surface duo a good contender for this market. We have yet to see the specifications of the phone in detail. However, a lot of people are currently anticipating it.
Muneeb Butt shared his thoughts on the ‘girlfriend/boyfriend’ relationship settings. He’s honest, to the point, and has the whole reasoning behind his thoughts.
Involve Your Family ASAP
According to Muneeb Butt, he can never understand why couples remain in the girlfriend-boyfriend stage. He believes, if you like a girl, involve your family right then and there. If you know you like her/him, send their house a rishta and do something like baat pakki or engagement.
This, according to Muneeb Butt, is ‘rishta pakka karna’. He implies that your relationship is not built on solid grounds unless and until you’ve done these things.
He also believes that the whole girlfriend-boyfriend setting is simply wasting time. He adds that as a couple like that, you’re doing everything yet with no confirmation or guarantee.
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However, is there ever any confirmation for a life together with a baat pakki or engagement or are those settings unbreakable?
It’s Humiliating
Muneeb Butt also adds that he finds the terms ‘girlfriend-boyfriend’ humiliating. “If someone said he’s my boyfriend, I wouldn’t like it at all”, said Butt.
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Taking this further, he even gave an anecdotal example of him and Aiman Khan’s relationship. He said we never prolonged it or wasted time, we were never girlfriend or boyfriend.
Netizens Have A Lot To Say
Netizens also found these words from Muneeb Butt rather nonsensical and started refuting all his arguments. Here’s what people are not buying:
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What’s With Problematic Opinions?
Muneeb Butt has the right to his opinion. He really does! However, when will celebrities understand the amount of influence their words have? These interviews aren’t dining-room talks that stay within families, they reach thousands. For Muneeb Butt to say that if you like a girl, being a guy you should not wait around to become ‘financially independent etc’. Just send the rishta! Granted, but then what will the two do with no source of income?
Muneeb Butt also speaks from a place of privilege when he puts it so easy to send the rishta. Families rarely accept their children’s own choices, and there are many other issues to consider.
No Unbreakable Bonds
Jumping right into ‘official’ statuses like baat pakki or engagement is also not any better. They can also not work out and for women, in our society, having broken engagements is invalid for marriage.
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Internet has become a lifeline in the new normal. It was necessary even before the pandemic, but now it has surely become a necessary part of our lives that is catering to our daily routines such as online education, e-Health, work from home, entertainment, e-shopping and a lot more. Particularly in a country like Pakistan that is striving to achieve digital transformation, the significance of having seamless internet service cannot be overlooked. In fact, we find the positive impact of the internet in every aspect of life, for example, availing e-Bill facility instead of opting for paper bills. This will boost digitization and make our environment friendly, along with providing convenience to pay bills from the safety of our homes with just a few clicks.
It has indeed been challenging for small, medium, and even large enterprises to find new ways to do business that is efficient and provides better productivity while bringing innovation into their processes and systems. Fast-forward to today, we see a significant rise in the number of people working remotely that has led to the demand for data and high-quality internet service that has increased manifold as well. Due to the evolution of technology that goes hand-in-hand with the ever-increasing demand for internet service, this is an opportunity that can be availed at any given time and from any location enabling individuals, businesses, communities, and industries.
Instant accessibility to information and technology, improvement and clarity in communication, ease of data sharing and creating awareness are all attributes that can contribute to better productivity levels. Keeping this in mind, the country’s largest fixed line Internet Service Provider (ISP) with nationwide coverage, PTCL constantly strives to provide its customers with great value for their money by giving unlimited internet connectivity with quality and fastest speeds. Whether you use internet for downloading, video streaming, online gaming or social networks, business meetings, PTCL Unlimited Internet connection is the best solution for your home or office connectivity needs.
Let us see how the national carrier can boost the overall productivity of its consumers.
1. Connecting people
Since the pandemic started, work from home has become the new normal as technology has played its part for both employees and customers to stay connected through these trying times. Instant access to all data whether business related or customer centric is possible from anywhere, any time. Geographical location or time zones are not restraints anymore for getting things done. Internet and technology have created ease for everyone by connecting with each other whether it is for education, entertainment, ecommerce or working from home. Telecom sector has played a key role to provide best services and remove the obstacles in communication and data exchange, we see companies like PTCL that has worked tirelessly to ensure seamless connectivity across the country, thus ensuring productivity and morale of people in lockdowns.
2. Better communication & 24×7 availability
PTCL’s robust and reliable telecom infrastructure across the country supports the ecosystem as their internet network is spread from metropolitan cities to small towns in far-flung areas. Moreover, being the backbone of connectivity in Pakistan, the company has a massive frontline and backend workforce that is working round the clock to ensure customers are connected to internet for their daily needs. With the presence of a unified communication systems, which includes landline, broadband, Charji etc. the company ensures customers have all the right tools available for them to be productive.
3. Increased access & convenience
Covid-19 did not make lives easier for us in the last one and a half year. The fear of contracting the virus was huge, as was the risk of not being able to pay bills and face disconnection. PTCL’s internet driven online solutions like Digital Bill Payment Channels made it highly convenient and easy to pay bills anytime from anywhere. Initiatives like these not only save valuable time of customers but show company’s commitment to customers.
4. Easier networking
We all know the pandemic has shifted our way of life to a great magnitude. But we cannot change who we are, can we? So, we use the internet to network with our teams, stay connected to our loved ones, business partners, friends, relatives, etc. Businesses around the world have already switched to online meetings rather than meeting face to face, not to mention huge savings on travel costs. Internet has worked wonders for people across the globe as it supported their business operations continuity, online meetings with clients or students availing the e-Education facility. PTCL has ventured with offerings to various universities and also organizations to customize according to their requirements and serve as one stop shop for getting faster internet services.
5. Entertainment & recreation
“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” – A famous proverb from 1659 clearly states that recreation is as important as is work. Internet is not all about work! Since its inception, it has become one of the best forms of entertainment one could ask for with Netflix, YouTube, Steam Gaming, Spotify, and all the other exciting social media platforms that are all internet-driven. All in all, the internet is something that will keep you going with the ever-evolving virtual world out there for you to explore and experience at your leisure.
So, what are you waiting for? Get a PTCL internet connection by just clicking here and you will find the best internet service in Pakistan at the most affordable rates.
Recent research on the novel coronavirus has shown that the virus can cause irreversible brain damage and can potentially affect the nervous system. This includes a spectrum of symptoms discovered by scientists, including headaches, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and loss of taste and smell. Researchers also now have evidence of the novel coronavirus damaging the heart, creating blood clots, and causing gastrointestinal issues.
Neurological Symptoms
Earlier this year, different studies showed that younger adults who contracted the infection were prone to more neurological symptoms. These symptoms include mental confusion, headaches, dizziness, uncoordinated muscle movements, seizures, and a rise in the risk of stroke.
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However, a recent study shows that SARS-CoV-2 can directly infect the nervous system. Scientists have begun to unravel some of the virus’s effects on brain cells.
Moreover, neurological symptoms can range from headaches and loss of taste and smell to impaired consciousness, delirium, strokes, and cerebral hemorrhage.
Doctor’s Statements
According to Dr. Scott Gottlieb, “In short, the study suggests that there could be some long-term loss of brain tissue from Covid, and that would have some long-term consequences.”
Dr. Govindrajan Padmanaban, President of India’s National Academy of Science and Former Director of Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, had said,
“Covid-19 can infect many organs including the brain, although many get cured independently in the milder states. In serious cases, such as after recovery from ICUs, there can be concerns about changes in memory, etc. The practice of Yoga can help.”
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According to the researchers, the virus can infect neurons and use the neuronal cell machinery to replicate. Replication is a process through which the viral load increases in the body. The virus appears to facilitate its replication by boosting the metabolism of infected cells. As a result, the neighboring, uninfected neurons die due to reduced oxygen supply, leading to irreversible tissue damage in the brain.
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Gift buying is always a tricky matter especially when you are trying to get a present for your dad.
Obviously, you can’t decide on anything as everything may look too small.
However, a father’s day gift is a token of appreciation. It’s the thought that counts. So, instead of overthinking, you should read the following paragraphs and pick something from GulAhmed men’s fabrics.
Why should you gift fabric?
A fabric gift box is one of the most thoughtful you can give to any dad. Why? Well, they say clothes make the man—and look more refined than tailored fit clothing.
For many, gifting men’s fabric might be a little puzzling. You may want to buy something that only looks great but it should also feel great.
Worry not as GulAhmed fabrics have options for every budget.
1. Chairman Latha
Nothing beats the finesse of Chairman Latha, Pakistan’s favorite fabric for men’s traditional wear. Known for its bright white finish, this fabric is preferred by men for its breezy cotton weave. The gift box is currently available for just Rs. 3,200 only!
2. Value Pack
Looking for an affordable gift for Father’s Day? Then, grab the Father’s Day edition of GulAhmed Value Pack Fabrics. In just a couple thousand of rupees, you can get a nicely packed box of assorted fabrics made with 100% premium cotton. Each box has 7 to 8 meters of cloth which is good enough for creating two (maybe, three) kurtas.
3. X-Series Exclusive Collection
If you want to make your dad feel really special, then you should go for GulAhmed X-Series Exclusive Collection. The entire collection is filled with premium cotton and wash-and-wear fabric options. Each product is shipped in a premium quality gift box.
LAHORE: Furthering the vision of the Government of Pakistan & the State Bank of Pakistan to facilitate the construction and housing sector, Zameen.com and JS Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bring greater convenience and easier access to customers across the country.
The agreement enables Zameen.com and JS Bank to extend their reach to a larger digital audience and potential buyers, and provide a platform with various home financing solutions. Both organizations will also use their resources to educate customers and developers on consumer finance options offered by JS Bank.
This agreement was signed in a ceremony at Zameen’s Regional Office on the 3rd floor of the Lahore Center-Gulberg III. Zameen Senior Director Sales Sheikh ShujaUllah Khan and JS Bank Distribution Head Zulfiqar Ali Lehri signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations.
Also present on the occasion were JS Bank’s Head of Secured Lending Fahad Siddiqui, Channel Head Adil Maqsood, and Experience Optimization Manager Syed Zahid Gillani, while Zameen was represented by Country Head Ahmed Bhatti, Associate Director Sales Muhammad Hassan, Corporate Sales Manager Muhammad Umar Farooq and Assistant Manager Corporate Zaira Javed.
Zameen.com’s Country Head Ahmed Bhatti called the agreement between the two organizations an excellent initiative that would help the government achieve its objective to provide affordable housing options to the public. He added that customers looking to avail JS Bank’s consumer finance facilities would be provided with support through a one-window service, which would aid the country’s real estate sector on its path to success and innovation.
JS Bank’s Head of Secured Lending Fahad Siddiqui also took the opportunity to commend the agreement signed between the two companies and called it an auspicious occasion for the country’s real estate sector. He stated that together the two organizations would make it convenient for people to avail the bank’s consumer finance options and that these facilities would now be available through Zameen.com.
Many games were unveiled at this years E3. The gaming convention took the audience on quite a journey. Everyone had something to showcase. Xbox and Bethesda had one of the best showcasing of the entire event. They brought quite a lot of happiness to the people. They also promised a full experience.
In light of that, here are some of the best Xbox and Bethesda Releases from E3 2021.
1. Starfield:
With its cinematic trailer, the game has created a lot of hype. It involves an outer space setting. All this, with certain thriller elements, make it a grab. Starfield is one of the highest anticipated games right now. Bethesda is really going all-in on many of these titles.
2. S.t.a.l.k.e.r 2:
A game from the previous era is being revived now. However, this time the experience is more immersive. The trailer throws the viewer off their balance. The game has both horror and gritty elements. Dare to play with the light off!
3. Back 4 Blood:
Back 4 Blood is a modern take on ‘Left 4 Dead’. You get to step into the shoes of a zombie killing machine. When we say machine, we mean people. Back 4 Blood has similar mechanics as its previous parts. It has bigger villains and meaner zombies. Make sure your weapon is reloaded when you step into the field.
4. Contraband:
The trailer for Contraband opens up a lot of possibilities. Either it involves drugs and smuggling or something else. However, it looks like a co-op game as well.
5. Battlefield 2042:
Battlefield 2042 is a game that everyone is looking forward to. The trailer gives an impression of a massively multiplayer game. You fight enemies And dodge tornadoes. Battlefield 2042 has gained a lot of followers. These are old fans and new ones. The 128 player servers are not going to be small.
6. Psychonauts 2:
This game is now getting a sequel. If you have played the first one, you know what to expect. However, we recommend you to play it if you haven’t. This story-driven adventure game is set to hit the gaming world soon.
7. Halo Infinite:
The next instalment in this series is set to be an impressive one. Halo has certainly cemented itself in history. This is due to all the previous parts. It has a story worthy of playing. People love the memorable moments and characters. Additionally, the soundtracks are amazing too.
8. Replaced:
According to many viewers, they are highly anticipating this game. Its graphics are set with a pixel element. The story is an adventure-driven one. It has a heavy emphasis on the environment. Check out its trailer here,
9. Forza Horizon 5:
The fifth instalment in this racing game is certainly an impressive one. The gameplay has taken an even bigger jump than the last one. There are newer cars and bigger maps. Other than that, trickier races to take part in.
10. Redfall:
This game falls under the category of shooters. However, it is a fun co-op thriller shooter. It is set in a fantasy era. The game revolves around shooting and killing vampires. There is a lot of potential for this game.
The story of vengeance and domestic violence comes to an end. The last episode of Qayamat aired on 16th June and within a day it gathered 5.1 million views. After watching it, people just couldn’t stop praising Ahsan Khan and his acting skills for it.
Loving the antagonist
Usually, people say that it is natural if the audience starts hating you after you play an evil role. However, recent events have shown us that it is not usually the case. Or maybe the audience has now started seeing characters as characters. They do not confuse them with the actors anymore. Or could it be that we now are able to relate to antagonists of the story more because they seem more real, instead of the mazloom protagonists? Remember Sabaat? Miral was the more popular character compared to Anaya.
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Qayamat – Ahsan Khan
Similar is the case with Qayamat where people had been appreciating Ahsan Khan throughout its run. And they just couldn’t contain themselves when in the last episode Rashid (Ahsan Khan) realized the horrors he had committed.
Twitter raged with appreciation tweets. Netizens, it is clear, are just in love with Ahsan Khan all over again. He ensures that not only are his issues igniting tough discussions that people hope to avoid but do it in the most talented way possible.
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Netizens on Qayamat
Not every actor is able to portray the “angry, funny and turn-over-a-new-leaf sides” as seamlessly as the Qayamat actor did.
After such big hits like udaari and alif he once again proved that he's one of the finest actors Pakistan have. I must say how beautifully and perfectly he carried out Rashid's angry, funny and turn-over-a-new-leaf sides! Thank you Ahsan ❤️#AhsanKhan#qayamat@Ahsankhanukpic.twitter.com/qiSZ1Lxef6
“An emotional rollercoaster” ride; this might just be the most accurate description.
This last episode was an emotional rollercoaster. This new completely different version of Rashid and @Ahsankhanuk performance made me cry 😭💔 He's such a talented actor. #Qayamatpic.twitter.com/Ndl3QxDjMk
— Priyanka Hindostan ❤️ (@priyahindostan) June 16, 2021
Netizens even said that Ahsan Khan should not be compared locally. If compared, it should be with big international stars.
Let’s just say that after the exemplary acting in Udaari, he did not disappoint us. He made sure that he continues giving us amazing works. Hopefully, his next project will be just as diverse.
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Iqrar ul Hassan, the renowned TV anchor and host has lost a staggering amount of weight recently. Of course, Pakistanis are more than intrigued- how has he done it and how do we follow suit? Lucky for us all, he has shared a comprehensive guide on how to lose weight if you are looking to do so.
Iqrar Ul Hassan Succumbs
Hassan started his video by talking about how thousands of requests have come in since he came on air with his new weight. The question of “how have you lost weight” never ends for him. He also acknowledges that there are thousands of businesses run on making people lose weight. There are medicines too but he is helping people out for free.
What does he want in return? He wants Pakistanis to be fit, to be positive and most importantly, value good food.
Tip No. 1 – Have A Goal
One of the tips Iqrar Ul Hassan gives to lose weight is to have a goal. He mentions how Ramadan is the goal in mind for him each year. This is because in Ramadan he has to come on TV every day and wear colourful clothes. Usually he only wears black.
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Hence, this encourages him to lose weight and he starts losing 4-5 months before.
Tip No.2- Accept Your Past
Iqrar Ul Hassan may be a different man now but he felt no shame in sharing how he used to be. Hassan shared pictures of himself at 92KG and also pictures of himself at 72KG— he was proud of both. Your journey never starts from an ideal place. What’s important is your determination to begin.
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Tip No. 3 – Call Adnan Siddique To Your Home
The host also got candid about how the famous actor Adnan Siddique helped him lose weight. Hassan mentioned that Siddique came to his home one day and Hassan casually asked him a question. How do you stay so fit without fail? Help me lose a little weight?
In response, Siddique went to Hassan’s kitchen, helped the chef make a phulka. Then tore the top part of it and gave it to Hassan to eat. The top part of the phulka has the least calories!
Tip No. 4- Exercise Daily
Another thing he has made a part of his life is exercising or walking daily, without fail, for at least 40 minutes. He urges people to make this a part of their life and they will realise that they feel positive afterwards.
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Tip No. 5 – See Only As Much As You Can Eat
His last advice is to ask people to only serve you as much as you can eat or want to eat. Some people, including Iqrar Ul Hassan, have a habit that as long as there is food on the table, they will keep eating. Best solution is to have little on the tables.
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Yashma Gill was asked her two cents on Asim Azhar lately and she had the best advice for him. Not sure if he’s open to following it though!
Defending Asim Azhar
On a recent TV show, Yashma Gill was confidently defending Asim Azhar. When asked about the recent situation that unfolded, she said whatever he tweeted, we can not assume it was about Hania Aamir. The host says he never denied too. To this Yashma Gill responded, being fully informed, that he did indeed deny it everywhere.
Yashma Gill was then also put on the spot to ask her what advice she would give to Asim Azhar. Her response to that was pleasantly surprising and also smart! She mentioned that Azhar is at a “good place in his life” and is “mature”.
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As a result, he should know what he should take to heart and what he should not. In short, baat dil pe na lein Asim Azhar!
Advice to The People
Gill also had advice for the people aside from Asim Azhar. She said she acknowledges that being a public figure means a lot of things. Firstly, it means that they’re all open to the public eye. The public can come to their platforms and ‘discusss’ whatever on it. They have the right to share their opinions.
However, according to Yashma Gill, there is a way of making your voice heard which Pakistanis are not good at! They don’t know the ‘way’ to say whatever they want to. Being harsh gets you nowhere! Gill was encouraging people to make someone understand their words gently because only then are words heard and understood.
Place To Speak or Not?
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The reaction to this advice was also divided. Some undermined her advice because they think this is not her place to speak. Why is she forcing herself into the controversy? Others were amused and glad to hear her speak such mature words!
About Yashma Gill
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Yashma Gill is a Pakistani film and television actress who has made her name in the entertainment industry. Gill has starred in several supporting and lead roles. In the latter, Gill can count Ki Jaana Main Kaun and Kab Mere Kehlaoge as acclaimed projects that helped her lift her career. Moreover, she has received special praise for playing an antagonist in the romantic series Pyar Ke Sadqay.
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When we take a look at automobiles, a lot of options come to mind. The brands are endless and the models are new. Pakistan holds a huge variety of vehicle brands and Kia is one of them. It is also one of the fastest-rising brands in Pakistan. Kia recently launched Sorento. Now they are going to introduce the Kia Stonic to Pakistan. In light of that, let us compare it with Honda BR-V.
The two vehicles certainly belong in the same class. Both of them register as SUVs and radiate such features. You can easily fit your family in both of them. The storage space is also ample so you don’t have to worry about packing light. While they are counterparts, they do differ in some aspects. Let us look at what sets Kia Stonic apart from Honda BR-V.
KIA Stonic
This is an upcoming SUV in Pakistan. It has certainly all that an SUV can offer. From comfort to space, the Stonic has it all. There are going to be two variants expected in Pakistan. Both of them will feature turbo-lined 1.0 Litre engine. While the capacity may be less than the BR-V, the turbo may just give it an edge. Kia Stonic also comes embedded with state-of-the-art technology. The fuel average is yet to be seen but we expect it near to BR-V.
The leather seats in higher trim levels are sure to astonish the audience. The vehicle has everything from ABS, ESC to HAC and TPMS. We are not sure of the price of this vehicle yet but it will be near to sedans like Corolla and Civic.
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Honda BR-V
The Honda BR-V is certainly one of the most impressive vehicles out there. It not only gives a good fuel average, but it is also comfortable. You can sit and drive for hours without worrying about a bad back. Looking at the first generation BR-V, it has three variants. All of them hold a 1.5 Litre capacity, with two of them being automatic. The base variant has a manual transmission. The vehicle has an assortment of colors, which is something we have yet to see in Kia Stonic.
The vehicle has the ability to give a fuel average higher than 12. It can even go as high as 14 or 15, depending on how the person is driving. The vehicle is highly comfortable and has a plethora of interior features, including an infotainment system. Its current price is set between Rs. 31 lac and Rs. 35 lac.
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Giving A Verdict
So, what have we learned from this comparison? While the Kia Stonic is a newer, upgraded vehicle, it has yet to enter the market. We have to gain feedback from people before we can diagnose its capability. However, it seems to be able to give Honda BR-V good competition and a run for its money.
Additionally, in the end, it all boils down to user preference.
[Update]: The matter that started in December 2020 finally reached an end when authorities arrested TikToker Kashif Zameer. Kashif was responsible for inviting Engin Altan aka Ertugrul to Pakistan. However, even after gaining the publicity that he wanted, TikToker never paid the Turkish star.
Back in February, Engin Altan announced the termination of the contract. Moving the issue forward, he submitted the online application to the Inspector General to take action against the TikTok star. In the application, he documented that the accused had given him bogus cheques, claimed to be the owner of Chaudhry Group of Industries, and misused Engin’s name and pictures for personal fame.
After investigations, it was reveraled that Kashif is a habitual offender.
[Feb 16, 2021]: The Turkish star Engin Altan gained fame in Pakistan with the dubbed Ertugrul airing on the Pakistani Television channel. Just as other stars from the same show signed numerous Pakistani brands, Engin also signed with the Tiktoker Kashif Zameer through the Chaudhry Group of Companies. However, the Tiktoker went viral for doing alleged fraud.
There has been an update on that situation. Engin Altan has announced that he is officially terminating the contract with Kashif Zameer. He also stated that as the rumors have gone Kashif paid half the amount, they are untrue. Kashif Zameer, in fact, has not fulfilled any of the conditions stated in the agreement even though the indicated time period has passed.
Ertugrul star has said that this development does not mean he is upset with the country and hopes to visit Pakistan again in the near future.
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[Update]: According to police, TikToker Mian Kashif Zameer Chaudhry is nominated in eight cases pertaining to “fraud, betrayal of trust, car theft and robbery”.
A few days ago, TikToker Kashif Zameer who is also the managing director of the Chaudhry Group of Companies, had invited Turkish Engin Altan to Pakistan earlier this month.
However, on Thursday, the court has granted bail to Kashif Zameer, who was arrested for threatening an anchorperson, Hamad Aslam.
[Update]:
The recent controversy of TikTok star Kashif Zameer for defrauding Turkish star Engin Altan has taken internet by storm. According to Express PK, Engin was unaware that his host, Zameer has apparently been charged with fraudulent activities in the past. Now, it has been reported that Kashif Zameer, who organized Engin’s trip to Pakistan, has been arrested by Lahore police.
According to sources, Kashif Zameer has been charged with threatening to kill anchorperson Hamad Aslam. Police also arrested Zameer’s armed accomplices.
[Update]:
Just recently, the Sialkot-based businessman has refuted all rumors and reports against him. According to Kashif, all the local brands and some media outlets are tarnishing his image ‘out of revenge’ because he brought Duzyatan to Pakistan.
Ertugrul star Engin Altan and Esra Bilgiç made waves with their drama about Islamic history. Prime Minister Imran Khan suggested the show to the whole country, and hence it was dubbed in Urdu to be accessible. People absolutely loved it. It was evident when Pakistani brands invited the main actors to be their brand ambassadors.
Ertugrul stars in Pakistan
However, Esra got better deals. Jazz, QMobile, and Khaadi signed her. Meanwhile, Engin got two deals. We were excited about his arrival, but the brands had something else in mind. At first, he was signed by Blue world City. He was invited to Islamabad. However, the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has filed charges saying it is an illegal housing scheme.
And then there was recent news about Engin Altan returning to Pakistan. This time he was signing with the TikToker, Kashif Zameer. He is a businessman running Chaudhry Group of Business. He struck a deal of 1 million dollars with the actor. And it has been said that he only paid half of it.
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Cases against the Tiktoker
First of all, that means he paid a sum of FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS (wow, Pakistanis are quite wealthy). But reports are that since Engin hasn’t gotten the rest, he is not happy. So after doing some research, it turns out that Kashif Zameer has 8 cases against him. These cases range from the betrayal of trust to car-theft, robbery, as well as fraud. Four of the cases are registered in Lahore, and 2 in Toba Tek Singh.
Now the businessman is claiming this is a malicious campaign against him. According to him, since he was the sole host of the actor, people are angry that he didn’t let ‘anyone’ meet him.
He even shared a video that people are doing for rating.
Whatever the reason may be, we just wanted to say why Engin and his people could not do a background search on people when they contacted him. Isn’t that basic? And since there are cases registered against someone, that should be enough to tell them to be careful.
Also, other than running the Chaudhry group, Kashif Zameer is a famous TikToker as well. He released his video where he is laden with a heavy gold chain. Seeing that, both options seem viable; the option that says he can totally pay up the actor, and well, the other.
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June 17: Pakistan Advertisers Society is partnering with WFA in launching the World’s first-ever global census of the Marketing and Advertising industry, designed to provide hard data on the people who are working in the profession.
The survey will assess where the local and global advertising and marketing industry is in relation to diversity, equity and inclusion by investigating workforce composition across the industry as well as people’s perception of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including their sense of belonging and their perception of progress.
The initiative builds on work already carried out in the UK as part of the highly successful All In Census – as well as the many efforts led in the US by ANA and 4As and in other markets – with the aim of establishing a tangible baseline for the global industry, which will help inform an action plan for improvement.
The participating markets in this census are Pakistan, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Greece, the Gulf Cooperation Council (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates), Hong Kong SAR, China, India, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, and the USA.
National associations and publications such as APNS and Brandsynario have extended full support in the cause of DEI in Pakistan. A lot of Multinational, Local Companies and Agencies have also joined hands with PAS in the bigger initiative.
The questionnaire will go live between June 21 and July 2, 2021. The results will be compiled and analyzed by Kantar and the key findings will be published by Campaign’s global network of editions later in the year and presented at leading industry events in October 2021. The results will also be used as the basis for an action plan devised and led by WFA’s Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. The WFA intends to team up with Kantar and Campaign again in 18 months’ time to measure progress.
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There are 1.4 billion Apple users around the world, and each one of them seems to be in trouble as an Isreali company has claimed that it can hack into each one of them.
Cellebrite – an Israel-based forensics firm has unveiled a new system, which they claim is capable of hacking and unlocking any iPhone, iPad, and other high-end smartphones.
This claim has now raised serious concerns as if it is true, this means the security of the device owner as well as each country’s national security is at risk.
Universal Forensic Extraction Device (UFED), named UFED Premium was created to help police officials and other law enforcement agencies in unlocking phones of potential criminals and lawbreakers to extract data from locked iOS and Android services.
The features of this phone hacking system, as noted by Cellebrite, are as follows;
Bypass or determine locks and perform a full file system extraction on any iOS device to get much more data than what is possible through logical extractions and other conventional means.
Gain access to 3rd party app data, chat conversations, downloaded emails and email attachments, deleted content and more, increase your chances of finding the incriminating evidence and bringing your case to a resolution.
Apple has worked really hard to keep their devices away from such firms by offering the best security the company can get.
However, the question which has now raised in many minds is will Apple be able to keep its promise of security?
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