Here’s How Black Fungus Is Spreading In Covid-19 Patients

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Jun 4, 2021

“Don’t get credit cards!”

You must have heard this statement at some point in life. It could be when you were sitting with people who are venting about their credit card bills. Or it could be when you told your parents about your plans if signing up for the cards.

Credit cards make you rich

Point is, not many people encourage getting credit cards because the idea behind it is, you will get wrapped into debts. And if you do not use it intelligently, it does happen. But have you ever heard of someone getting richer by using them? If you haven’t, you have come to the right place.

A physicist in the US came across this technique where you could use credit cards to earn money, and not just any money, but millionaire money.

How does he do that?

The US physicist, Konstantin Anikeev, discovered the formula of cashback. When you make a purchase through a credit card, you earn a reward cashback. Using that formula, Anikeev bought gift cards through his credit card. He would then get his gift card exchanged for money which he would use to pay back the credit card. In the meantime, he would also get the cashback deposited on his credit card.

Let’s explain this to you with an example.

Anikeev bought a $500 gift card. He got a cashback of $25. When he went to encash the gift card, he had to pay a fee of $6. This way, he earned $19.

Now, he discovered this process in 2009. So from then on, he started doing this religiously. By now, he has made PKR 4.6 crore (USD 300,000). Someone noticed it by seeing an exponential increase in wealth (well, haters gon’ hate, I guess), and reported it to the Tax department.

He defended himself by showing tons of gift cards. The tax department has to work out the tax they will be receiving from him.

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Government Might Slash Taxes On Automobiles

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Jun 4, 2021

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The world is seeing a dire time when it comes to the pandemic. Despite the administration of vaccines, we are seeing cases in a lot of places every day. Karachi has gone into a form of smart lockdown these days too. However, the vehicle industry is doing quite well. Automobiles are entering the county by the dozen. In light of this, the government of Pakistan might take a decision that will lift our spirits.

Among the many popular brands, Toyota and Honda are just some of them. New entries in the country include brands like MG, Proton as well as vehicle releases by Changan and Hyundai. There is another group making its way to Pakistan soon and we may just see even more brands here. You might not even recognize Pakistan from its vehicles because so many new ones are coming here.

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The Automobiles Decision By Government

According to sources, the government plans to slash taxes on vehicles that don’t exceed 800cc. The decision itself is said to apply both on imported and locally assembled vehicles. This is part of an initiative being taken by the Prime Minister. He wishes to see the middle-class drive compact vehicles. Due to duty and tax, the price of every vehicle can jump quite high. They can exceed our reach simply because the duty can be too high. However, under this initiative, the duty might reduce by about 63%!

That is a substantial decrease and this means a more affordable vehicle. On locally assembled ones, the tax reduction might be by 7% or a bit more. This means that even our local vehicles can be within a slightly more affordable range. Despite there being a silicon chip shortage, doing this is a huge decision. People want to have a vehicle to drive because they have impressive features and note-worthy capabilities.

Automobiles Entering

First, we got to know that the government is cracking down on late vehicle deliveries. Now we find out about the tax reduction. It seems like a lot is pulling in the favour of the general public. Making more cars affordable means more generation of revenue. Additionally, it might also mean that fewer motorcycles on the road! On new imported cars, you may see a reduction of 2.5% of federal excise duty.

In addition to this, there is another piece of news for you today. You must be aware of how much the GST is these days. It is set at 17% and is imposed pretty much everywhere there is a sale. On the import of new cars, within the 800cc bracket, the GST might also be reducing. It is reducing from 17% to 12%, which can be a lot when we look at price numbers.

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Duty Paying

The current duty and taxes, on vehicles, can total up to about 132%. Reducing it by 63% is sure to make some form of a dent.

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Anti-Rape Bill 2020 Finally Gets Approved, Allowing Chemical Castration

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Jun 3, 2021

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There are many types of crimes and criminals loose in this world. Some of the crimes are of a heinous nature. Their nature is so heinous that it makes one wonder why someone would do this. Rape is an extremely heinous, disgusting, and inhumane act. It leaves one without a feeling in their soul. It can send people down a spiral of trauma and they may suffer for the rest of their lives. Punishments for rape should be as strict as they can be. A new Anti-Rape bill has now been passed.

Under the new law that been has been passed, some developments have taken place. Rape has become quite a widespread crime in recent years. It seems that the criminals have been getting more fearless due to a lack of justice. Now, they will have to move with more fear. They will have to buckle up because the long arm of the law is headed for them. Rapists are now going to be chemically castrated under this new anti-rape bill.

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Passing The Anti-Rape Bill

While the bill was presented in 2020, it has now been properly passed. After much discussion, there was a vote. The bill passed with 8 votes in favour against 4. The four who refused the bill said it was going to have judicial complications as possible repercussions. However, one should understand that this is something that goes beyond. It shows that crime cannot move about as freely now.

The Ministry Of Law and Justice were the ones to draft his bill. It has come in light of the cases that have been revealed since last year. The cases were quite a lot and there were many that people don’t even know about. Some think that rape hasn’t taken place in years but they are wrong. What has happened is that the rape case has not been seen, but the crime itself has not slowed down. This anti-rape bill is intended to protect the victims of survivors of sexual assault.

Facing Justice

We hope that the wrong-doers are exposed to justice. The criminals have roamed free for too long now. In fact, many have committed the crime multiple times. It is time for them to face the consequences of their actions. They cannot move forward without knowing the families whose lives they destroyed. Justice has to be done.

Anyone who is now caught under this act, with a rape charge, will be subjected to chemical castration. If you wish to find out the details of what it is, you can always go through Google or YouTube. We hope that this anti-rape bill really does help in improving the conditions of society. Justice is something that is very much needed now.

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5 Horror Speculations Of The On-Going Drama “Neeli Zinda Hai”

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Jun 3, 2021

Are you a horror drama fan? When you start a horror drama, do you make speculations? Do you just love how the breeze on the ghost’s hair as the doors automatically open for them? Well, then, you are in luck. One of the Pakistani channels has recently started airing Neeli Zinda Hai.

Neeli Zinda Hai

Seeing Urwa Hocane on the title screen assures that the drama has an iconic cast. And when you start following the drama you’d see that everyone, even the young Minaal, has done a splendid job. Honestly, the way, Minaal got up and then smirked when her parents opened the chest full of bridal dresses was enough to tell you the child actor’s potential. Let me outline the characters first, though. There is Amaan (Mohib Mirza), wife Sumbul (Sonia Mishal), child Minaal (Tehreem), and the ghost Neeli (Urwa Hocane).

Today, we want to list down all the creepy speculations in the drama. So, are you ready?

1. Is Neeli a ghost?

Neeli aka Urwa Hocane is something supernatural for sure; possibly a jinn. When, in episode 2, she is checking out that chest full of dresses, Sumbul is not able to see her. Moreover, when in the teaser, Sumbul is scared of Neeli, Amaan cannot see her. But then, the drama also shows that in that chest, there is a photograph too. The photograph shows Neeli as a bride, sitting with, possibly, her husband. Does that mean, she is a ghost? And if she is, is she an evil ghost? At least, the teaser suggests that.

2. Are there two horror elements?

Occasionally, what we see is that when you have a bhoot (poltergeist) story to tell, you do not feature jinns. A case in point will be the horror drama Bela Pur Ki Dayan. And if it is only a jinn story then there are no poltergeists (ghosts). A case in point is Mala Mir. But does this specific drama have both? I ask this because (a) I would totally want to see that, and (b) it seems legit speculation.

Let’s explore this further. We have established that Neeli is a ghost because, at one time, she was a human. But they also show that the super possessive mother-in-law obsessed with her son has found her way to a creepy baba; people who claim to have jinns in possession. What if she contracts a jinn against Sumbul, the daughter-in-law?

Of course, this may not be the right speculation. It could totally be that the baba would make humans more vulnerable to the effects of Neeli.

3. Does Neeli possess people or does she take on other’s shapes?

We have already seen, in episode 2, some crazy occurrences around Minal. We saw how Minal was in that storeroom with the doll. Her expressions, when that chest opened and the parents discarded the content in it, did not seem like Minal’s.

In another instance, when the chair clearly starts rocking by itself, Sumbul sees it as if Minal was rocking it.

She holds her by the hand and takes her to the lawn outside. For a minute, her attention diverts, and Minal is yet again, nowhere in sight. A few seconds later, Minal has her hands wrapped around her mommy. Who can explain the spatial fallacy here?

Need we mention the time when less than ten years old Minal is grazing her fingers over the railing of the staircase and the piano as if she owned it. Of course, her father has bought it so she owns it but when Minal entered the house for the first time, her posture was very different.

So has she possessed Minal or is she in Minal’s form?

4. Did the ghost kill the electrician?

The most creepy speculation is that Neeli killed the electrician.

Amaan had called an electrician and left him unattended in the house. When he returns, he finds that not only the electrician has left his toolbox but also one of his slippers. It can be that the electrician ran away but the next day, he did not even open his shop.

If Neeli has indeed killed him, then she is definitely evil!

5. Is Sumbul in danger?

It seems that Neeli is present alongside them. And she is observing how they are behaving in ‘her’ house. Sumbul has felt that presence and yet, out of fear, she chose to throw away a doll that mysteriously appeared in the kitchen. Minal, or Neeli, was not pleased.

Could it be that Sumbul is now in danger?

Disclaimer: I haven’t yet watched today’s episode of Neeli Zinda hai, so this is only for up to 2 episodes and all the teasers.

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Microsoft Is Launching Something Exciting On 24th June

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Jun 3, 2021

Microsoft had recently announced that it will be saying goodbye to Internet explorer. While not many used that browser, it resulted in a flurry of activity on Twitter. People were expressing relief as well as making memes. Everyone was glad at the passing of Internet Explorer but it was certainly the end of an era. Anyway, after announcing the end of Explorer, the tech giant is preparing for the launch of the next generation of Windows.

June 24th – Mark the date

According to news, the products are set to launch in June only, although towards the latter half. The invites to the media are already out. The date given on the invites is June 24th. Presenters at the event include Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and chief product officer Panos Panay. The event will start at 11 am ET. Just a week ago, the CEO had teased the next generation of Windows.

With this product, it is expected that Microsoft will be making significant changes. Speculations are also being made that they will increase the number of visual enhancements. The curiosity level has been raised through the codename in circulation, Sun Valley. What is even more interest-peaking is that the event invite hints at a new logo for Windows.

Building upon it

The tech giant will also be updating its current app store. This way they will ensure that the apps and games are easier to find. It will also allow developers to submit different types of apps on the app store.

In the new generation, you will also get to see a battery usage chart, better tab management on Microsoft’s Edge, a ‘news and interests’ widget in the taskbar.

Moreover, it was also reported that Microsoft will launch the Auto HDR feature on the PC; the feature that is available in Xbox X and Xbox S series consoles.

If you are a Windows fan through and through, keep your calendar free on June 24th.

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Huawei Launches Its New Operating System HarmonyOS For Its Phones

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Jun 3, 2021

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Huawei is eyeing the ‘Internet-of-Things’ market. Is that a far-sighted venture or simply fluff?

New Harmony

China’s famous Huawei Technologies recently launched their Harmony operating system for smartphones.

The use of HarmonyOS is a big win for the company. This means that Huawei will no longer be totally reliant on Android or Google Support. Since the U.S. sanctions banned Google and Android from providing technical support to new Huawei creations, Huawei has experienced setbacks. The models and apps of Huawei were rendered dysfunctional since they are linked to the bundle of services now banned.

The HarmonyOS is being created as an ‘Internet-of-Things’ platform. Its essential aim is directed towards operating on and connecting other devices such as laptops, smartwatches, cars, and appliances.

A Response to War?

Huawei, China’s leading telecommunications equipment maker, landed on a U.S. trade blacklist in May 2019. The US believed Huawei posed national security risks. Huawei even repeatedly denied it is a risk yet to no avail.

This new development is essentially a response to the US bans. Huawei and the country behind it, China, aims to show that they can stand on their own feet. The US cut the chord? So what, we’ll make the chord ourselves.

Future Developments

Huawei has issued statements that suggest they will start rolling out HarmonyOS on selected smartphone models. They will also be offering users the chance to switch from the current operating system which is supported by Google’s Android platform.

The company’s presentation also unveiled several new products using HarmonyOS. Among them were a tablet, a smartwatch, and a stylus. Huawei is not only created another web of services but also products to become self-reliant.

Why HarmonyOS?

The company representatives believed that the smartphone market is at a plateau. That is because it is the dominant device in our lifestyles since developers did not have other platforms to develop. With HarmonyOS, they are looking beyond smartphones.

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8 Mango Desserts People Make Around The World

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Jun 3, 2021

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Summers come with many delicious fruits, making our summers bearable and taking the heat down a notch. Among those fruits, Mango is one of the most loved ones ever. The alleged uncrowned king of the fruits comes in a lot of varieties. Mango is a delicacy that you can use to make delicious desserts. People worldwide enjoy mangoes in the form of puddings, shakes, tarts, and cheesecakes. So make the most of this summer season by enjoying some delicious mango dessert.

Here is a list of all the mango desserts which you can enjoy this summer.

1. Mango custard vanilla slice

A popular three-layered puff pastry and mango vanilla slice originally originated in France. This recipe comes with or without puff pastry on top.

2. Mango Panna Cotta

Panna cotta is a traditional Italian dessert that translates as ‘cooked cream.’ This dessert only sounds complicated but is not difficult to make at all. A mixture of gelation and cream topped with digestive biscuits. This french inspired dessert with a twist of mango is a must-try this season.

3. White Chocolate Mango Mousse

Who does not love cheesecakes? It is rumored that a Roman politician in the first century B.C. is credited with recording the oldest known Roman cheesecake recipe. As the Romans expanded their empire, they brought cheesecake recipes to the Europeans. This season try a no-bake cheesecake from the comfort of your home. This recipe is delicious and easy to make, which is perfect for a mango lover.

4. Mexican Mango habanero hot sauce

This Mexican recipe is a favorite for its fruity sweetness and balanced spice level.

5. Thai Mango Sticky Rice

This is a traditional Thai dessert made with glutinous rice, fresh mango, and coconut milk. The type of rice used is jasmine rice. Named after the sweet-smelling jasmine flower, the rice is grown in Thailand, and its key characteristics are a slightly sweet, fragrant flavor and sticky glutinous texture.

6. Mango Phirni Recipe

South Asia’s two most precious items are combined to create a traditional dessert. This phirni recipe is a must-have for any conventional awaits you are planning this summer.

7. Mango and Thai Basil Ice Cream

Originated in Thailand, it is a mixture of flavors from south Asia and that basil.

8. Mango Salsa

Salsas originated in Central and South America in pre-Columbian times with the Aztec, Incan, and Mayan cuisines. A combination of two flavors, mango salsa with a kick of chilies and spices.

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Google Photos’ Unlimited Free Storage Is Over – Now What?

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Jun 3, 2021

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Up until some time ago, Google did offer free unlimited storage to its users. This refers to the storage allocated for Google photos. It meant that people could back up and store as many of their pictures as well. It was a good way to keep a check on all the pictures as well as keep track of their dates. However, now that the free option is over, what should we do?

The storage has been fixed to 15GB and any photos you store are going to be a part of this. However, your previously stored photos will not occupy any space of the standard 15GB. Google has taken this opportunity to inform its users about the new subscription service. It is quite interesting and this news definitely deserves a glance.

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Google Photos Storage

Google is introducing a subscription service going by the name of Google One. Under this, users can pay $2 a month and get 100GB of storage. While the 15GB standard is not a small amount and can store three months worth of data, many people want more. They want to make sure they have backups of every single photo that they have taken. It is understandable if one wishes to preserve memories.

The subscription plan starts at $2 and can go much higher than that. According to Google, what they have offered so far is,

100GB: $2 a month or $20 annually

200GB: $3 a month or $30 annually

2TB: $10 a month or $100 annually

The third one is quite a big package and this is thousands and thousands of photos worth of storage space. If you wish to document and store an immense amount of moments from your life, these subscription packages are for you. We recommend that you check your storage requirement first before you start to pay for a plan.

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Google Being Innovative

This all is sure to attract a lot of users because of how common photography is. People want to store their memories and not let them get lost. Google even had a robust way to manage all photos so people only have more reason to subscribe. Despite there being offline storage options, this can be quite a viable and reliable one.

However, there is another piece of good news for Google pixel users. If you do have a Google Pixel phone, then you can rest even easier. For them, there is no cap on the photo limit and they can still upload ad much as they want. By this, we mean that they still get unlimited storage for free!

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Here’s How You Can Fix IOS 14.6 Battery Drain Issue

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Jun 3, 2021

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Have you downloaded iOS 14.6 and are facing the excessive battery drain? Here’s the solution to your trouble.

Apple’s New iOS Update

The new iOS 14.6 brought a host of new features and big fixes to the iPhone. However, many users are reporting an issue thereafter with their battery life. We all know, if your battery is annoying you, everything seems annoying in life.

The New Features

iOS 14.6 was released only last week and brought many excellent changes. For instance, there is a way to find lost AirTags and the launch of Apple Card Family. Plus, there are many improvements made in the Apple Music department for those whose playlists mean the world to them.

But all these good changes aside, who would want to trade this with good battery life?

The Issue Coming Up

Several users started mass-reporting a problem with their battery draining rapidly since they upgraded. It was first reported by a tech blog PiunikaWeb and then it was reported everywhere!

iPhone users also took the complaint to Apple Support Community forums and Twitter to make people aware. As a result, many also postponed their plans to download the new iOS.

The Solution

We get it, you were waiting for this. So, here’s the deal! The CNET sister site ZDNet has suggested a solution that is worth trying. Try going to Settings and then Battery. Keep scrolling down to battery usage by the app to note which apps are hogging your battery life.

Most Apple users noted that since iOS 14.6 brought new features to the Podcast app, they started using that. However, the Podcast app has been noticed to be consuming large amounts of power after the update. You can try uninstalling and reinstalling the app to see if it makes a difference or properly quit the app once used.

No Note From Apple

Apple has not acknowledged the issue so far. Moreover, it has also not responded to a request for comment. Perhaps they’re busy covering their flaws!

How To Update

Since a solution has sort of been found for the issue if you would like to install the update go ahead.

To update, go to Settings > General > Software Update. You will be able to see iOS 14.6. Tap Download and then Install.

Plus, keep in mind that after an update the device is taking its time to get used to it. A lot is going on inside which we can not hear or see thanks to modern-day technology. Hence, a little battery drain in the days following an update is also normal.

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Mathira Is Winning Hearts & Pakistanis Are Super Impressed

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Jun 3, 2021

Mathira has established herself as a controversial figure. Through her Instagram stories and post, and her dialogues even, she doesn’t put up any barriers. In the most simple words, she stays real in front of the audience. Well, she made a comment on a trending topic, and Pakistanis were very impressed.

But what trending issue?

You must have come across the recent Malala issue. She was featured on British Vogue. Along with some powerful stills, a dialogue gained virality. In that dialogue, she commented on how she doesn’t believe in marriage. She said that she believes in partnership but not in signing a paper to make that partnership into something else.

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Mathira comments

As a Pakistani Muslim representative, should she have made that statement? We are not going to comment on that. But Mathira did. She took to her Instagram stories stating her opinion. First of all, she was all praises for the activist. But then, she started schooling her as well. She said that nikkah is a sunnah and not about any paper. Doing nikah is not like buying a plot. Adding onto that, she said that if one wants blessings and prayers for their new beginnings, nikah is the way to go about it.

Given the controversial content of her Instagram posts and her statements, people did not expect this from Mathira. But this is why you should never make judgments about people. Anyway, people were genuinely surprised and impressed.

Aside from your usual critics and trolls, people were happy at Mathira’s statement.

The question, however, should be: why were they surprised? They were surprised because of an image they had created of Mathira in their minds. And her recent statement didn’t align with it. But should we judge people when this happens? Isn’t this our fault that we created a certain image? Shouldn’t we work in altering that image of others?

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Mansha Pasha Gives A Witty Response To A Troll Digging For ‘Good News’

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Jun 3, 2021

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Mansha Pasha and Jibran Sharif is no doubt one of our favourite couples. Recently, when a troll pushed them to tell fans about the baby status, Mansha Pasha had the wittiest reply.

Mansha Pasha Has A Sense of Humour

The talented actress posted a video to her Instagram account in which she and her husband are playing with a baby. The two can be seen totally gushing over the adorable and happy child who is also loving the attention. We have to say, seeing Jibran Sharif like that with a baby is hard to believe!

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However, the caption is what is making people laugh. She writes, “who doesn’t love babies? Especially those you can give back after playing with them”. The statement could not be more truthful and hilarious at the same time. We are sure those mothers stuck with their hyper and bored children at home due to quarantine will definitely agree.

Fishing For ‘Good News’

A fan or troll (hard to tell) in the comment was fishing for ‘good news’. This good news is our desi way of asking whether the other person is expecting a child— haven’t we all heard this phrase directed to newly married women? However, in this fishing expedition, the troll only landed a witty reply from Pasha herself.

It appears Mansha Pasha is also very approachable for her fans! In most of her pictures there are at least a couple of direct responses from her to even random queries. For instance, when someone again asked whether this was her child, she replied to them. Not even in a rude way, just a genuine, honest reply.

The Good News Phenomena

The world may never know the good news phenomena that are embedded in South Asian culture. Newly married couples are rarely given a week after their wedding until when the good news queries start coming.

The funniest part is when if the newly married woman gains a little weight due to all the lunches and dinners and brunches, it’s assumed to be the ‘good news’. In this case, Mansha Pasha’s words are befitting: “bullet train nahi hai”.

What’s In Store For The Couple?

Jibran Nasir has been making waves in politics since he entered. He has also amassed a considerable amount of supports. Perhaps in the near future Nasir may run for a position in the official government. Would you support him?

Mansha Pasha, on the other hand, is also on the upward curve be it in setting fashion trends or acting gigs. We can’t wait to see what’s in the pipeline for her.

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Provincial & Federal Governments Not Aligned On Grades 9 To 12 Exams

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Jun 3, 2021

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[Update]: Uncertainty has become the new normal these days. Unfortunately, it has also affected the field of education. The government takes one decision, and COVID is always around the corner to change that. It has happened once again. You would recall that Shafqat Mehmood had taken the decision regarding exams for classes 9 to 11. It was being said that this was final. Well, not anymore.

It was announced yesterday by the Federal government that seeing the current situation of the pandemic, instead of all exams, classes 9 to 12 will give exams for electives. For classes 9 and 10, the exam subjects are the electives and mathematics; 4 subjects. Classes 11 and 12, will also be required to give exams for optional subjects.

We took some important decisions today Re exams. For 9/10, exam in elective subjects plus math. For 11/12 only elective subjects. Exams pushed to after July 10 with 10 and 12 grade exams on priority. These decisions are final. No change

— Shafqat Mahmood (@Shafqat_Mahmood) June 2, 2021

But Sindh Government had a differing opinion. Sindh Education Minister Saeed Ghani announced that Shafqat Mahmood’s decision will not be followed in the province. He also mentioned that for Sindh, the exam schedule will be out in a few days.

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Shafqat Mahmood Announces Final Decision On Exams For Classes 9 and 11

After the meeting held by the Steering Committee IBCC, it was proposed that classes 9 and 11 be promoted this year without exams while classes 10 and 12 sit for it. But Inter-Provincial Education Ministers still had to approve it. The proposal has been rejected clearly considering the recent tweet by the Federal Minister of Education, Shafqat Mahmood.

Decision for Classes 9 and 11

According to the tweet, exams for classes 9 and 11 will take place according to the set schedule. No exam cancellation has been approved.

Class 9 and 11 exams will take place according to the time table of the respective boards. No truth in rumours that they will not be held

— Shafqat Mahmood (@Shafqat_Mahmood) May 5, 2021

[May 5th, 2021]:

These Classes Might Be Promoted Without Exams Again This Year

Last year, in April, it was announced that for the academic year 2020-2021, students will not be promoted without exams. This announcement came after students were promoted exactly in this way for the year 2019-2020. But now, with the pandemic still widely affecting the world, the education policies for the ongoing year are becoming affected as well.

Grades 9 and 11

With students and parents scared of the pandemic and the rising cases, the government might impose last year’s policy yet again. Of course, the difference this time would be that last year all exams were canceled but this time it will only be for grades 9 and 11. This should be noted though that no decision has been finalized as of yet. The matter is still in talks.

IBCC steering committee

The Steering Committee of the IBCC (Inter Board Committee of Chairmen) had a meeting chaired by Dr. Nazim Jiva, Chairman of Aga Khan Board and Head of the Steering Committee. At first, it was proposed to only conduct optional exams but given how the field of Arts has lots of optional subjects, it was not feasible.

So the next proposal was to promote grades 9 and 11 while making grades 10 and 12 sit the exam. This still needs to be approved by Inter-Provincial Education Ministers Conference.

[22nd April 2020]:

Students to Not be Promoted Without Exams: New Education Policy for 2020-2021 is Out!

On Tuesday, a notice has been issued by Sindh Education Department that says that private and government colleges’ academic year will start from June 1.

As far as schools that are based in Cambridge will most likely begin from the 1st of August. New education policy comes forward as the authorities dismiss the idea of promoting students without prior exams.

Classes 1-3 are planned to be promoted based on written tests and assessments. From classes 4-8, examinations will be conducted from 1-15th June.

The admission for class 9 will begin on June 1 and end on June 10. The education department further announced that results for class 9 will be released within 60 days and for class 10 by the 15th of August.

Classes 11 and 12 will begin on the 6th of July, while the results will be out on the 15th of September while for grade 11 results will be out after 60 days.

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Update (13th March 2020):

Islamabad: Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood said on Friday that all educational institutes will remain closed throughout the country till April 5, 2020, on the same day that Pakistan reported its 21st coronavirus case.

Moreover, the federal minister has mentioned that the situation will further be examined on March 27.

“The situation regarding the closure of all educational institutions in the country would be reviewed by the Ministry of Education on 27th March and further decisions taken,” he said.

In a meeting of the National Security Committee presided over PM Imran Khan, it has been decided to close all educational institutions in the country till April 5. This includes all schools and universities, public and private, vocational institutions and madaris.

— Shafqat Mahmood (@Shafqat_Mahmood) March 13, 2020

Following the federal government’s decision of closure, the Punjab government also shut down its schools till April 5.

The Punjab Education Minister Murad Raas said: “Due to the Pandemic Coronavirus Schools in Punjab will be closed starting Sunday, March 15th, 2020 to Sunday, April 5, 2020.”

Due to the Pandemic #Coronavirus Schools in Punjab will be closed starting Sunday March 15th, 2020 to Sunday April 5, 2020. Health of our Children & honourable Teachers are priority #1. At the end of the day it’s better to be safe than sorry.

— Murad Raas (@DrMuradPTI) March 13, 2020

However, as announced by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, all institutes throughout the province will remain closed till May 15.

Adding on to the closure of schools, KP leadership has also directed that all public gatherings/events will be banned.

Meanwhile, the Sindh government has announced extending the closure of educational institutions till May 30th.

Update (2nd March 2020):

All educational institutes across Sindh will remain closed as a part of the preventive measure against any possible spread of the deadly coronavirus.

According to an official handout released on Thursday, government and private educational institutions in the province will reopen on the 13th of March 2020.

The official handout reads:

All the Public and Private Educational Institutions under the administrative control of School Education and Literacy Department, Sindh shall remain closed from 27th of February, 2020 for preventive measures taken on account of the appearance of an unexpected case of coronavirus and shall reopen on Monday,

The Sindh Government has announced to keep all private and government schools closed on the 27th and 28th of February.

According to reports, the announcement came after the news of the first two confirmed Coronavirus cases has surfaced last night.

Zafar Mirza, public health advisor to Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted on Wednesday, February 26, days after Islamabad closed its land border with Iran, where 19 people have died from the virus.

“I can confirm the first two cases of coronavirus in Pakistan. Both cases are being taken care of according to clinical standard protocols & both of them are stable. No need to panic, things are under control“, tweeted health advisor Zafar Mirza.

220/ I can confirm first two cases of corona virus in Pakistan. Both cases are being taken care of according to clinical standard protocols & both of them are stable. No need to panic, things are under control. I will hold press conf tomorrow on return from Taftan.

— Zafar Mirza (@zfrmrza) February 26, 2020

According to the southern Sindh province’s health department stated that the first positive case was reported in Karachi in a 22-year-old male with a “history of travel to Iran where he has acquired the virus.”

Coronavirus Pakistan: First Two Confirmed Cases Surface!

School extension in Sindh denied for the time being

Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, schools all around the world have closed down for a longer period of time. However, that’s not the case in Pakistan. Some schools and universities are still open despite the coronavirus pandemic.

Analyzing the current situation in Sindh, the Chinese Consul General in Karachi, Li Bijian, on Wednesday has advised authorities in Sindh to extend the closure of schools and halt gatherings in Karachi after a spike in coronavirus cases were reported.

“The local Government of Sindh shall be advised to take more strong preventive measures including calling off big gatherings and extension of the closing of the schools to save more lives,” said Li in a tweet on Wednesday.

Here’s the tweet!

As 15 cases confirmed in #Karachi, the spread of the #virus is quick and actual. The local Government of Sindh shall be adviced to take more strong #preventive measures including calling off big gatherings and extention of the closing of the #schools to save more lives.

— libijian李碧建 (@libijian2) March 11, 2020

The diplomat urged the Sindh government to take the action as the spread of the virus was quick and actual.

Karachi has been the worst affected city so far, with 15 of the total 20 confirmed cases.

Directors of private and government schools, the secretary of schools, the secretary of colleges, the BSEK chairperson, and the inter-board chairperson attended the meeting.

The number of confirmed cases of novel coronavirus ‘COVID-19’ infections in Pakistan has risen to 20 after Gilgit-Baltistan reported its second patient on Wednesday.

Karachi has been the worst affected city so far, with 15 of the total confirmed cases. Of the remaining, two cases have been reported in Gilgit-Baltistan and one case has been reported each in Islamabad, Hyderabad, and Quetta.

International schools closed down for longer period

Schools in different countries have been advised to remain closed until further notice. The Washing State Government has all school districts and the same has been advised in Denmark as well, as instructed by the Denmark Prime Minister.

Stay safe and stay tuned to Brandsynario.

Saudi Arabia Has Bad News For Travelers Who Got Chinese Vaccine

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Jun 2, 2021

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The authorities have just made a new announcement about Saudi Arabia. It comes as a shock to many people, leaving them in a state of confusion. Apparently, Saudi Arabia has banned the entry of foreigners who have been administered the Chinese covid vaccines!

Saudi Arabia on Vaccines

This does seem like a bit of shocking as well as a confusing piece of news. According to sources, Saudi Arabia has allowed specific types of vaccinations as credible. This includes Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, and a few more. However, the Chinese covid vaccines like Sinopharm or Sinovac have been deemed inapplicable.

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Stuck In The Middle

The time of Hajj is approaching fast, and people want to be in Makkah in due time. However, now it seems that Chinese vaccine administered people are not allowed to enter the country. This decision has left quite a lot of people stuck in the middle. Those who had plans for Hajj are unable to go because they aren’t allowed in the country.

Following this announcement, the countries using Chinese vaccines have asked Saudi Arabia to include then in the travel advisory. This list of countries includes Pakistan too. Here, Sinovac is being administered on a large scale, and Sinopharm is being given to those whose second dose is left. So, it is understandable that the Sinovac vaccine is quite popular here.

Including All Vaccines

It might not seem fair to a lot of people to not let them into the country. That too, based on which country vaccine they have been administered. However, despite the decision by Saudi Arabia, additional development is taking place. Among the list of approved vaccines, WHO is including Sinopharm and Sinovac too.

Under the decision made by the WHO, Saudi Arabia is deciding to revise its policy. If the Chinese vaccines are being administered on that big a scale, then it means that they are readily accepted. The EU also does not have the Chinese vaccines in their roster and is said to revise.

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Covid Year Two

Despite there being heavy waves of the virus, vaccinations are being done on a global scale. The makers are trying to reach every country that they can. In Pakistan, specifically Karachi, 18+ citizens can get vaccinated. The vaccination center at Expo requires no registration and is a walk-in center.

It is recommended to each one of you to take part in this race. We ask that you either visit the expo center or register yourself through a text message. Covid might be here to stay for some years to come, so booster vaccines are a huge possibility. However, one needs to get the first vaccine first before receiving booster shots.

Stay tuned for more from Brandsynario!

With The Launch of ‘Hunza’ & ‘Karachi’ Amir Adnan Ups The Ante of Fashion Once Again

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Jun 2, 2021

Pakistan’s fashion industry in its essence has promoted the idea of evolution and innovation since its inception, proving that it is truly a space that welcomes experimentation from the myriad of iconic fashion designers that call it their abode. Amidst such names, one that has stood out as a bastion for all things ingenious with his zest for turning craft into niches of luxury is Amir Adnan. Standing mightily high with his success in the industry with the very idea of constantly evolving with time, the designer has once again taken the lead in ushering in the new era of inventive fashion — but this time with fragrances! Enter ‘Hunza’and ‘Karachi.’

Narrating tales of finding inspiration in the kaleidoscope of terrains and geo scapes of Pakistan, Amir Adnan has introduced two of his latest offerings of opulence and luxury with his fragrances, and for the Pakistani market, it surely opens up a whole new ballgame of designer fragrances with an indigenous flair.

Here’s all that Amir Adnan has to say about his latest achievement in fashion as the designer sits for a tete-a-tete with Brandsynario…

First thing’s first. What made you get into the world of fragrances?

,Amir Adnan (AA): A designer is a person who creates something out of nothing.They imagine something and give reality to their imagination, they are visionaries. They look for things that will give tangible rendition to their imagination or their vision. They are called fashion designers when they create fashion, they are perfumers when they make perfumes, but the mentality is exactly the same. They can even be artists or writers, these are all very similar people. So, any of them can transition from one medium to another. Therefore, extending the same creativity or manifestation of ideas into fragrance is a very natural progression, bound to happen sooner or later. The only thing, in Pakistan or given our environment we don’t have too many resources at our disposal and in terms of creativity, our part of the world is not very developed. We don’t have this industry in a very developed state, so it is very difficult for a person like myself to say that I want to develop a perfume and it happens right away because the infrastructure for that industry does not exist.

Now that Pakistan is progressing in terms of developing a greater retail market and the number of customers are increasing, hence, the perfume industry becomes more viable. People are now converting from looking at just importing stuff to developing things within the country and preferring it too. In other words, we have started loving ourselves more than loving others. A part of this has also to do with the government who is trying to block imports or adding higher duty which is an excellent idea because that’s the only method to shift the mentality from zenocentracism to ethnocentrism because now people are being forced to lean inwards and develop products locally.

Us designers travel a lot. Last year, my wife and I were on vacation in Hunza. I was going on a jet ski through Attabad Lake. I was very inspired by the colour of the lake and the mountains, the fresh air that was hitting me. The adrenaline boost that I experienced while going through the crystal clear waters of Attabad Lake thinking about the history of the lake and how something so beautiful exists – and we never looked at it. I have traveled to other places such as Switzerland and have had similar experiences in the past but I never imagined that such beauty exists within our own land and is so accessible. That is what inspired me, and while I was going through it all the feelings of that day stayed with me. And I wished I could capture it and share it with other people around me, as it is not possible for everyone to experience this. This is why it got translated into a perfume. That is the first perfume that I launched, called Hunza. The colour of the fluid inside the bottle is aqua, similar to the waters of Attabad Lake and if you smell it, it has the same freshness. It speaks about being bold and adventurous and evokes adrenaline in you. It is a little spicy, a little wild and has notes of a fresh green flavour.

The latest fragrance is Karachi. Tell us a little bit about that?

AA: After the launch and success of Hunza, as people related to the vision and imagery portrayed, the second perfume that we launched was Karachi. Karachi is basically all about the city of lights, success, power, luxury and whatever Karachi brings to one person while living there. These are the feelings that I face while I am in Karachi. Compared to Hunza, when I come to Karachi, there is a drastic difference between the two. Both equally beautiful and fantastic, but very different. Hunza is all about wilderness, adventure. Whereas, Karachi is very pampering and takes you on a path of luxury. It’s powerful, professional and cosmopolitan, giving it a completely different feel. I see Karachi more as a city of lights and a city of the night. Hunza is more of something that I do during the day. I need sunlight to enjoy Hunza and I need the sunset and midnight to enjoy Karachi. The city wakes up at night, which is what I wanted to capture in Karachi, and that is exactly what we did. The notes that we used include ambergris, which gives a very heavy and musky smell which makes up the masculine smell of it. As a man who has always lived in Karachi, I associate it with a very masculine feel, which includes power, nightlife, highrise buildings, which is what we do not get anywhere else in Pakistan. Karachi has its own feel filled up with man-made beauty while Hunza has natural beauty, but they are both equally captivating.

Do you have plans to launch any more fragrances in the future?

AA: Currently, we have launched two fragrances only. But, we do plan to launch multiple. The fragrances have been selected and we plan to launch one after the other.

Are the scent ranges going to be as contrasting as these two?

AA: Very much so, every single scent that we plan to launch will be totally different from each other. They would evoke different sensibilities in a man’s mind. The common theme is that they would all be masculine and very personal to me. Whatever I make and launch is reflecting a personal part of myself. I feel that every human is multi-faceted. Whatever you see is one facet of my personality and what I like. It’s not something that I have picked up and decided that this is what I want to do, there is a whole ethos and story behind it. For example, with Karachi, the whole presentation is black and twilight based and the scent is very strong. I wanted to depict the feeling of coming home to Karachi with a visual of lights in the night that give off a similar feel to that of fireflies in some other place such as Thailand. Similarly, I can relate Karachi to a well lit sky and similar feelings of that nature.

Do you believe that each fragrance is a part of your personality?

AA: Yes. They represent the different moods that I go through. A person goes through different moods and each fragrance is based on a mood whether it’s time separated or according to a situation

What else do you think is there that you feel separates your fragrances and you from the other brands?

AA: I don’t know what the other brands are doing and haven’t really looked into them. This is my inherent style of work. I am a very introspective person and look into myself for inspiration. I take my inspiration from my travels and not from other brands necessarily. If I have to make a perfume, I would not look at other perfumes or their bottles. I would look at nature, buildings and places that I travel to. The same thing applies to clothing. I have never looked at what other brands produce and focus on what I want to wear or what I would want to wear when I was young or what I would wear when I encounter certain situations. Everything that I wear that’s in my store, I make it for myself thinking would I wear it? I would not make it if I would not wear it myself. I am a very sober and conservative person, which reflects in my clothing. It is very minimalistic, because that’s just who I am. I like change, but not in everything.

There is a certain part of me that likes to remain the same over a period of time, which is the classic part of me. I don’t like changing myself and jumping from one side of my personality to another. But then I am able to enjoy the minute differences. With my clothes also, you would have to look into a lot of detail to realise what sets it apart from the others.

I had a Japanese customer come into my store in Islamabad, and said that I heard about you in Japan and wanted to see your brand but everything looks identical? To which I said, if you ask me every kimono looks the same. But you know that every kimono is different and I know that every kurta is different. Then I proceeded to show him various differences in each design and said that you need a trained eye to appreciate how each design is different. If you haven’t had a cravat, then you wouldn’t know about the different types of cravats. You would have to have a certain amount of sensibility about a field to appreciate the minor differences which sets you apart from the others. The same goes for different types of perfumes and arts, but one needs to have the eyes to decipher it and it cannot be told. As the audience is exposed to what you’re doing and as they understand each layer, their ability to set you apart from the rest becomes more prominent. For example, a cup of tea that is brewed is different from a one that is made with a teabag. Similarly, tea leaves develop differently in different types of areas, situations and amount of sunlight they are exposed to, and this impacts its flavor, but it is not noticeable to someone who is not a tea drinker. For them, all tea is tea.

What sort of events and scenarios do you see people utilizing your range of fragrances at the most?

AA: Talking about Karachi, where would I wear it? I would wear it at night when I am going out to have dinner. I would wear it to work, when I am trying to be powerful. When I wear Karachi walking through a corridor, the impression that I am leaving on others is one of power, sophistication and a person who is in control. When I am going out, meeting people, I put in on I exude luxury and I show that I have the ability to discern the right fragrance that sets me apart from the rest. I am trying to communicate that I am successful, I am at grip with myself and am in control. If you control yourself, you already communicate to others that you control everything. I am a person who controls his temper, communication and words I use. How composed are you? That is where I would wear Karachi.

On the other hand, I would wear Hunza when I feel adventurous or in the daytime, in a situation like a beach party. I am trying to communicate to others that I am adventurous, open to risk and want to mix around and do things that I have never done before. It’s very light, fresh and inviting as opposed to Karachi which shows that I am a composed person and is a no-nonsense type of scent.

With that the interview came to an end. As we look forward to more fragrances and more clothing lines from Pakistan’s best loved clothing brand, we leave Amir Adnan contemplating his new perfume bottle, the inspiration that will drive its essence and the memories of Hunza and Karachi that are now bottled for forever and for everyone to experience. And that is the magic of the House of Amir Adnan.

9 Interesting Secret Traits Of Geminis You Need To Know

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Jun 2, 2021

It’s Gemini season which means Gemini energy is booming. Here’s all you need to know about that Gemini in your life or yourself!

1. Social butterflies

Geminis are natural at making friends. Their fun personality and happy-go-lucky nature attract people which means Geminis know how to break the ice.

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2. Perceptive

Nothing can get past them. They are observant and perceptive with a strong intuition that is rarely wrong. Trust them!

3. Happy However

You will never find a Gemini sad about being single. It doesn’t bother them. Since they have a larger-than-life personality, they never feel lonely outside of a relationship. They use this time to discover themselves and reach their potential.

4. Fiercely Loyal

A Gemini tends to be extremely loyal regardless of who it is: be it friends, family, or a lover. Once they have committed to someone, they have forged a bond for life. They may be picky, to begin with, but once their trust is earned, it is a gift that keeps on giving.

5. Avoid Conflict

The Gemini always tries to avoid conflict. With their intuition, they know when a situation can get too heated and prefer to walk away. It’s also because they would focus on the more important things in life than drama!

6. Independence

Geminis are independent and hate feeling controlled. They always need the freedom to live life as they like. If you try to ‘change’ them or restrict them, they would be quick to distance themselves from you.

7. Funny

Most Geminis also have a sense of humour that’s enviable. They are hilarious and have you clutching your stomach in no time. This can also link back to being natural at making friends— who doesn’t like funny people? Oh and don’t worry, their jokes are harmless and not personal attacks.

8. Great Communicators

When you come across Geminis, you will be able to see their intelligence and special communication skills. They can effectively tell you what they like/dislike while also encouraging you to be open with your truth. Plus, Mercury is a planet of intellect hence, it is not surprising to see this effect on Geminis.

9. Weirdo at Times

These Geminis can also be unpredictable and a downright strange weirdo at times. This trait can leave many wondering just what in the world the Gemini will decide to do next. However, one thing is for sure, with a Gemini around you can not get bored.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

6 Latest Pakistani Drama OSTs That Are Touching Hearts

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Jun 2, 2021

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Pakistani drama soundtracks have been getting a lot of attention lately. The OSTs sung by different artists have gained them a certain amount of popularity. This season, the Pakistani entertainment industry has come up with very different dramas that feature very sentimental and ear-catching soundtracks. If you haven’t caught up with any of the Pakistani dramas lately, then catch up to these catchy tunes that will melt your heart.

1. Khuda Aur Mohabbat

Khuda aur Mohabbat came back with its third season which is becoming a hit among the public. The drama has one of the most soothing and heartwarming soundtracks among the latest shows. The OST sung by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is a masterpiece and will keep you on the hook forever.

2. Neeli Zinda Hai

Horror dramas have made their mark in the Pakistani entertainment industry since Baila Pur ki Daen hit the screens. Now another series in the same genre has launched on Ary television name Neeli Zinda Hai. The stunning visualizations and the theme of the song have caught both our eyes and ears. The OST is bound to make you feel things and make you want to watch the drama asap.

3. Pehli Si Mohabbat

The OST of Pehli Si Mohabbat is sung by none other than Ali Zafar, and that is enough of the reason why it’s on our playlist this summer. The soothing vocals of Ali Zafar are paired with the finest lyrics which will melt your heart and make you fall in love.

4. Raqeeb Se

The OST of Raqeeb Se was sung by Hadeeqa Kiyani, which also debuted her as an actress. The voice of Hadeeqa Kiyani has done justice when it comes to matching the simplicity and details of the drama.

5. Raqse Bismil

Raqse Bismil has one of the most timeless OST’s which will always be a classic. The song is getting a lot of praise and love from the netizens.

6. Qayamat

Qayamat has been gaining a lot of attention recently, but its OST is among the best of all the latest Pakistani drama. The drama has gained a stable viewership which is keeping the netizens on the hook.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Pakistanis Furious After Indian Designer’s Shoot In Pakistan Goes Viral

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