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Lulusar To Make Protective Suits Free-of-Cost For Healthcare Heroes

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Alefyah Hasnain
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The coronavirus pandemic has caused chaos across the globe. Currently, there are over 1.2 million COVID-19 cases worldwide. The battle against the deadly virus is being fought valiantly by all the frontliners out there, the doctors, nurses, paramedics, other medical staff and the first responders too.

It is, however, a great disadvantage for the country when these people who are fighting day and night to save patients are not protected well enough from the threat themselves, you could compare the situation to sending out soldiers to fight the enemy without any armor! This shortage of protective gear including PPE suits and masks for the medical community has also led to the death of the young doctor from Gilgit who was treating patients with Coronavirus.

During this dire situation clothing brand, LULUSAR has announced that it has taken the initiative to restructure its factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Lulusar will be supplying the essentials to doctors, nurses and medical facilities across Pakistan. Kudos to the team for helping out the country during this critical period.

 

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Dear Customers, At Lulusar, we have always been proud to be made in Pakistan, and we will continue to do what we can to support our country and people. We are overwhelmed with the appreciation and support we received on our news of restructuring our factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Our aim remains to provide essential supplies to doctors, nurses and medical facilities in light of shortages and we are honored to play a role in this. We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown. We have also taken necessary steps to ensure that once production begins, we comply to all industry standards and safety regulations, stemming from WHO guidelines, to guarantee the safety of our employees. Our aim remains to ensure they are employed and healthy. We will also be working with the government to donate protective supplies where necessary. For extra details, please DM us or contact our customer service helpline: 03000455858. We hope to be able to begin producing soon. Until then, stay home and stay safe. Regards, Team Lulusar. #lulusaronline #protectivegear #medicalsafetysuit #covıd19

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“We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown.”

 

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Dear Customers, At Lulusar, we have always been proud to be made in Pakistan, and we will continue to do what we can to support our country and people. We are overwhelmed with the appreciation and support we received on our news of restructuring our factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Our aim remains to provide essential supplies to doctors, nurses and medical facilities in light of shortages and we are honored to play a role in this. We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown. We have also taken necessary steps to ensure that once production begins, we comply to all industry standards and safety regulations, stemming from WHO guidelines, to guarantee the safety of our employees. Our aim remains to ensure they are employed and healthy. We will also be working with the government to donate protective supplies where necessary. For extra details, please DM us or contact our customer service helpline: 03000455858. We hope to be able to begin producing soon. Until then, stay home and stay safe. Regards, Team Lulusar. #lulusaronline #protectivegear #medicalsafetysuit #covıd19

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The clothing brand has also mentioned that they would be maintaining the safety of their employees by following the strict precautionary measures as directed by the WHO.

 

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Dear Customers, At Lulusar, we have always been proud to be made in Pakistan, and we will continue to do what we can to support our country and people. We are overwhelmed with the appreciation and support we received on our news of restructuring our factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Our aim remains to provide essential supplies to doctors, nurses and medical facilities in light of shortages and we are honored to play a role in this. We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown. We have also taken necessary steps to ensure that once production begins, we comply to all industry standards and safety regulations, stemming from WHO guidelines, to guarantee the safety of our employees. Our aim remains to ensure they are employed and healthy. We will also be working with the government to donate protective supplies where necessary. For extra details, please DM us or contact our customer service helpline: 03000455858. We hope to be able to begin producing soon. Until then, stay home and stay safe. Regards, Team Lulusar. #lulusaronline #protectivegear #medicalsafetysuit #covıd19

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The protective gear that Lulusar will be producing once they receive the go-ahead from the government.

 

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Dear Customers, At Lulusar, we have always been proud to be made in Pakistan, and we will continue to do what we can to support our country and people. We are overwhelmed with the appreciation and support we received on our news of restructuring our factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Our aim remains to provide essential supplies to doctors, nurses and medical facilities in light of shortages and we are honored to play a role in this. We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown. We have also taken necessary steps to ensure that once production begins, we comply to all industry standards and safety regulations, stemming from WHO guidelines, to guarantee the safety of our employees. Our aim remains to ensure they are employed and healthy. We will also be working with the government to donate protective supplies where necessary. For extra details, please DM us or contact our customer service helpline: 03000455858. We hope to be able to begin producing soon. Until then, stay home and stay safe. Regards, Team Lulusar. #lulusaronline #protectivegear #medicalsafetysuit #covıd19

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The factory after being restructured.

 

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Dear Customers, At Lulusar, we have always been proud to be made in Pakistan, and we will continue to do what we can to support our country and people. We are overwhelmed with the appreciation and support we received on our news of restructuring our factory to produce protective gear for those on the frontline. Our aim remains to provide essential supplies to doctors, nurses and medical facilities in light of shortages and we are honored to play a role in this. We are excited to share that we’ve created additional disposable prototypes for safer use. We are ready to begin production of suits, masks, and more essential equipment, and currently are waiting for government permits to activate operations during lockdown. We have also taken necessary steps to ensure that once production begins, we comply to all industry standards and safety regulations, stemming from WHO guidelines, to guarantee the safety of our employees. Our aim remains to ensure they are employed and healthy. We will also be working with the government to donate protective supplies where necessary. For extra details, please DM us or contact our customer service helpline: 03000455858. We hope to be able to begin producing soon. Until then, stay home and stay safe. Regards, Team Lulusar. #lulusaronline #protectivegear #medicalsafetysuit #covıd19

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Lahore-based Firm Develops ‘Splitter’ To Boost Ventilator’s Capacity

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Kinza Piracha
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Source/ BBC

While coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the globe and raise the cases of the affected people, the shortage of ventilators in Pakistan and every other country rises. However, during these tough times, a private engineering firm in Pakistan has found an innovative solution, which would allow several patients to use just one ventilator simultaneously.

A Lahore-based firm Alpha Rubber and Plastic Works manufactures auto parts, has formulated a splitter that attaches to the ventilator hoses and supplies oxygen to two to four patients at once and may be used several times.

Head of the private firm, Osama Usman stated that  ‘Plan 9’ of Punjab IT Board of (PITB) had reached out to them to develop the connector using the 3D printer prototype.

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He added that the part was originally being manufactured by the PITB using the 3D printer technology. Osama also said that despite facing a lot of obstacles due to the prevailing lockdown in the state, his firm manufactured it on an emergency purpose only in 72 hours.

“Now we are manufacturing 1,000 ventilator connectors daily which is being supplied to various government and private hospitals in Punjab,” he further told.

Meanwhile, Hammad Khalique, who is head of business development at Plan 9, also stated that health specialists and experts have expressed questions over the safety and cogency of sharing ventilators.

He said the appliance should only be used in an emergency situation because the requirement of oxygen by a patient leans on his/ her age and a medical condition which is time-consuming and requires a lot of effort.

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“Now we are manufacturing 1,000 ventilator connectors daily which is being supplied to various government and private hospitals in Punjab,” he added.

Meanwhile, Hammad Khalique, who is head of business development at Plan 9, said that health experts and professionals have expressed questions over the safety and effectiveness of sharing ventilators.

“Keeping in mind worst-case scenario, we authorized its development,” he said, adding that if need be this method could be used given the fact that the number of ventilators in the region is very low.

The development of the connector has made Pakistan only the second country to have this technology after the United States which is worth applauding.

Osama said he is providing splitters to the hospitals free of charge and would supply this to the entire country if he was approached.

“I can supply connectors to the entire country and world free of charge,” he added.

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Outfitters has Opened Up its Factory to Produce Free of Cost Protective Uniforms

By
Laiba Omer
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Outfitters
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In response to the coronavirus, Outfitters has opened up its factory to produce ‘free of cost’ protective uniforms for our Healthcare Heroes working for non-profit health institutions.

During this crucial period, facilities are running out of protective gear for health care providers. Big brands across the world are coming together to fight against the deadly coronavirus as the world exhausts all its resources during the pandemic.

According to Dawn, there are 3,520 people affected by the coronavirus. 1684 cases in Punjab, 932 in Sindh, 405 in KPK, 210 in GB, 192 in Balochistan, 82 in Islamabad and 15 in AJK. Reportedly, 50 people have died in the region due to COVID-19.

Here’s what a renowned clothing brand, Outfitters is doing!

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“Response to COVID-19

In response to COVID-19, Outfitters has opened up its factory to produce free of cost protective uniforms for our Healthcare Heroes working for non-profit health institutions.

We salute our healthcare workers and commit to protecting them while we push through these tough times.” quotes outfitters.

Together we can fight this.
#StaySafeStayStrong #OutfittersCommUnity

Earlier, Asim Jofa produced self-protection suits and masks for medical staff and doctors which were also free of cost.

Pakistani Designer & Team Prepare Free Protective Suits For Doctors!

It’s so heartwarming to see everyone doing their part during this global crisis. The only way we can contain the spread of coronavirus as a nation is if we take individual and collective responsibility and do our part.

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Asiamoney Awards 2020- JS Bank Bags Two Awards For SME and CSR

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Pakistan dedicated to the welfare and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities (PWDs), particularly those who are physically handicapped.

Asia Money is an information source on the world’s capital markets with an insight into the latest developments of the global financial markets. The prestigious organization has announced its latest awards for Pakistan’s Best Banks for the last 12 months, providing a list of banks that have excelled over the rest.

Asia Money Best Bank Awards 2020: Pakistan

1. Best Domestic Bank: HBL

HBL has received the coveted Best Domestic Bank award, under the management of President and Chief Executive Muhammad Aurangzeb who took over two years ago, Pakistan’s biggest commercial bank has turned around and moved on from the compliance and reputational issues of the past.

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HBL has achieved:

  • Profits after tax at 34% year on year in 2019
  • Revenues climbed 25%
  • Net interest income jumped 24%
  • Total domestic deposits increased by 13.5%
  • Advances were up 8%
  • Return on average assets increased from 0.4% to 0.5%.

2. Best Corporate and Investment Bank – Arif Habib Limited

Arif Habib Ltd is one of the leading brokerage and investment banking firms in Pakistan. During the last 12 months, it has made its mark in corporate finance and advisory even after the economy faced rising debt. The bank has managed to achieve the biggest share of the corporate and investment banking market in Pakistan and has reported a rise of 25%  in its revenues last year as compared to 2018.

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Arif Habib is led by chief executive Shahid Ali Habib and has evolved from being an IPO house to a bigger capital markets player.

3. Best Banks for SME’s – JS Bank

JS Bank is one of the top 3 banks when it comes to lending to SME’s. It has a massive number of nearly 22,000 SME clients with over 5,500 new entrants to their client roster in 2019. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Basir Shamsie, JS Bank’s focus areas have been clear. It also finances more than 2,000 small business ventures led by women after launching a business loan specifically designed for women entrepreneurs last year. Another great initiative is its support for businesses led by differently-abled people.

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The JS Bank has plans to boost its trade by adding more SME customers this year. Since the last four months, 250 SMEs have signed up with the bank to take advantage of the many benefits they offer.

JS Bank plans to achieve Rs.59 billion in SME lending by the end of 2020, and Rs. 70 billion next year. The firm is a one-stop solution as it services the financing, trade, cash management and payroll.

Best bank for CSR – JS Bank

JS Bank had a remarkable year for corporate social responsibility. Here’s what it achieved in just 12 months:

  1. JS Bank became Pakistan’s first and only financial institution to be accredited by the Green Climate Fund which will enable funding for up to $250 million per project
  2. JS Bank is now fully compliant with the State Bank of Pakistan’s green banking guidelines
  3. Financed more than 120 projects becoming the lead in Pakistan’s solar power market. The projects were for residential and agricultural purposes.
  4. JS Bank financed more than 30 schools across Pakistan to help them raise their education standard and expand their networks.

Keeping CSR in mind, JS Bank has chosen to lead by example by introducing a carbon reduction in its operations by reducing energy and paper consumptions, use of solar power and switching to automatic processes to reduce documentation. This has led to JS Bank becoming the only bank in Pakistan to be awarded the status of a certified green office.

It also works on humanitarian grounds where the recent initiative taken was during the flash flood in Sindh. The bank helped the people affected by the flood with a supply of food and free medical camps were set up as well.

4. Best Digital Bank – UBL

United Bank Limited, had a noteworthy performance in 2019 thanks to the digital strategy it adopted 18 months ago. It became the fastest-growing digital bank in the country with over one million digital customers in January this year from 300,000 last year.

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UBL’s digital portfolio grew by three folds by providing its clients with a digital end-to-end on-boarding platform through which customers use the bank’s application. About 53% of UBL’s total new clients have been brought onboard digitally versus just 5% back in 2018. Now 15% of bank transactions take place online.

For a country such as Pakistan, where less than 15% of adults have a formal bank account, pulling off such a feat is definitely a pat on the back for UBL.

5. Best International Bank: Credit Suisse

Credit Suisse has had a fantastic year during challenging times due to the uncertain political environment. It has closed four deals in 2019, becoming the sole book-runner on LCL and an adviser for the finance ministry loans.

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It also financed $250 million for PIA without any guarantee from the government. Credit Suisse has become the number one choice for both governments and corporations when it comes to investment banking mandates.

 

Local News Channel Makes Another Blunder By Calling Ronaldo’s Girlfriend His Son

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Web Desk
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Christiano
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6th April: Local news channel, ARY News is known for making blunders on national TV. This time around, the channel reported that Portuguese professional footballer, Ronaldo was getting a trim from his son instead of his girlfriend, Argentinian model, Georgina Rodriguez cladded in a hoodie.

Apparently, Ronaldo and his girlfriend, Georgina alongside their children are currently self-isolating in Ronaldo’s native Madeira amid coronavirus.

Stay home and keep stylish #stayhomestaysafe quotes the footballer on his twitter.

 

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National Financial Literacy Program For Youth (NFLP-Y) Is Launching Its e-Learning Portal

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State Bank of Pakistan in collaboration with the National Institute of Banking & Finance (NIBAF) is implementing National Financial Literacy Program for Youth (NFLP-Y) to impart essential financial education to Pakistani youth and school going children for the strengthening of their money management skills and enhance their understanding of financial matters.

National Financial Literacy Program for Youth (NFLP-Y) is launching Pakistan’s first online financial literacy course which is delivered through an engaging and interactive game. The game targets three age-groups – Children (9-12), Adolescents’ (13-17), and Youth (18-29) and can be accessed through your desktop browser or through a dedicated mobile phone application.

NFLP-Y’s easy-to-use eLearning portal and mobile app deliver its lessons in English and Urdu language through a story-based game format designed to help understand and apply principles of financial literacy. Users follow the story of two entrepreneurial families as they tackle personal, financial, and business decisions.

As the player of this game, the aim is to help the families create a successful business. In just a couple of hours, users can master the essentials of saving, budgeting, borrowing, and banking, among many other topics. Interactive questions follow each topic to assess the knowledge of the students. Those users who complete the course are awarded with a Certificate of Financial Literacy.

The game is called ‘POMPAK – Learn to Earn’.  It’s free, ready to be used and available at the below addresses:

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.knowledgeplatform.pompak&hl=en

Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pompak-learn-to-earn/id1503676474?ls=1

Laptop/Desktop (Web Version): https://nflpy.pk/elearning/

When closure of educational institutes in Pakistan is affecting studies of thousands of students, NFLP-Y is hoping to positively impact the youth of Pakistan with its eLearning portal. Anyone aged between 9-29 years old can download the game or use the web portal to gain the much needed financial literacy training which will help them take control of their financial matters.

COVID-19 Outbreak: Sindh Doctors To Boycott Duties In Isolation Wards

By
Ariba Raza
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Image Source: the independent

As the coronavirus pandemic is nowhere close to ending, the cases in Pakistan and globally are increasing. Doctors in Pakistan are now struggling to treat patients as they’re now short of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Earlier, doctors and medical staff at the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital in Karachi were spotted wearing black trash bags in order to protect themselves. Moreover, they also staged a protest and chanted slogans on the non-payment of salaries.

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However, the situation in Pakistan is getting out of hand. Doctors treating coronavirus patients at the government hospitals in Sindh will be boycotting their duties from Tuesday (tomorrow) if the government fails to provide them PPE warned the Sindh chapters of the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) and Young Doctors Association (YDA).

Addressing a meeting called regarding this situation, PMA Sindh secretary Dr. Pir Manzoor Ali said,

“The doctors and paramedics in the province continued their silent protest for the sixth day, wearing black armbands at work, but the government hasn’t budged.”

Co-chairing the meeting with YDA Sindh president Dr. Omer Sultan, he said the doctors who are working in isolation wards and other wards were exposed to the virus without PPE.

He said,

We have repeatedly demanded the provision of PPE to doctors earlier but now more than a month has passed since the first case was reported in the province and doctors and paramedics haven’t been given safety kits,

Moreover, he cleared that the doctors would still carry out duties but would not be allowed to visit wards where confirmed and suspected cases of the virus were admitted if they are not provided PPE.

The government needs to find a solution

The boycotting of the doctors would only make the current situation worse but at this point, there is no better option. In either case, the patients and doctors, both will suffer. If the doctors aren’t protected, statistically, they are at a higher risk of getting infected. Which means, they won’t be able to treat the patients. If they boycott their duties, the patients will be left untreated.

In this situation, the government needs to think and act quickly to protect its civilians and provide  them

Do you think the doctors are making the right decision? Let us know in the comments below.

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Sindh’s COVID-19 Patients are Recovering Without Medication: CM Shah [Watch Video]

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Anusha Sachwani
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Credits: Murad Ali Shah Video

According to the latest reports, at least 123 individuals in Sindh have recovered from the novel Coronavirus pandemic.

Moreover, Sindh’s Cheif Minister Murad Ali Shah, on Sunday, shared that these recovered patients were not given any medication.

Furthermore, he added that they were only kept in isolation. In the video statement, the CM emphasized the importance of isolation and social distancing as the key to cure the virus.

He also shared that the total number of knows cases in the province is now at 881. At least 44 have lost their lives out of which 15 had belonged from Sindh.

Those with no or mild symptoms, we are isolating them in their homes if they have a proper place available. If it is not, then we are keeping them in government-run isolation centres.

If a patient comes onto the government’s radar, he or she will get proper treatment whether at home or in a hospital.

Even if the patient is at home, a doctor calls daily to ensure that other family members or people are not being infected. -CM Shah

CM Shah also told the public that the government has formed a rapid response force in every district of Sindh.

Nonetheless, he gave a warning that the health system in the province is under massive pressure and would be even more stressed if the virus spreads in low-income areas.

We haven’t seen many cases from katchi abadis so far but if they start flooding in, we would have a big problem because our healthcare system would not be able to handle that situation

He urged people to maintain social distancing until at least April 14th.

It is my humble request to you all to stay at home and support the efforts of the government in these tumultuous times.

Watch the video message below 

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Pakistani Print Ads Over The Years That Will Make You Nostalgic!

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Web Desk
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Advertising in present digital age is more pervasive than ever.It mirrors a country’s culture and also helps in its creation. With preferences and needs of consumer changing every single day, print ads evolve to accommodate those changes.

Pakistani media has seen a major change in its prints ads over the years.

Below is an exploration of the ever-evolving style of print ad design since the inception of Pakistan that are sure to make you nostalgic!

  1. August 1947

An image published in a Pakistani newspaper of a Rs. 5 currency note issued right after Pakistan’s independence in August 1947. The note was issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It had King George’s image on it because at the time Pakistan was ‘an independent dominion of the British Commonwealth’. King George was the Dominion’s first head of state.

2. The Pakistan Times – August 1948

A government ad published in the Pakistan Times on August 15, 1948 – the country’s first Independence Day anniversary. It was also the first anniversary of the Pakistan Times. Interestingly, at the time Pakistan’s Independence Day fell on 15th August.

3. Orient Airways

A 1950 newspaper ad of Pakistan’s first airline, Orient Airways. It was a privately-owned enterprise, operated by the Adamjee and Isphahani business groups.

 

4. Hotel Metropole

A 1950 newspaper ad of the opening of Pakistan’s first 5-star hotel, Hotel Metropole (Karachi). The wife of Shah of Iran was the chief guest of the inauguration ceremony, thus the Persian copy.

5. General Electric Company of Pakistan

Print ad announcing the arrival of traffic signals in Pakistan. They were first installed in Karachi in 1951.

6. Sohrab Bicycles

A 1953 advertisement of the country’s first bicycle brand, Sohrab. Sohrab was launched in 1952 for both men and women, after the government stopped importing bicycles due to the shortage of foreign exchange.

7. Radio & General Appliances Ltd – The Democrat

In 1956 the National Assembly passed the country’s first constitution. Pakistan became a republic. To celebrate the occasion, a company launched a transistor brand called The Democrat.

8. Pakistan International Airlines

A 1956 PIA ad. In 1955 the government acquired the privately-owned Orient Airways. It expanded it to launch the state-owned Pakistan International Airlines (PIA).

9. The Palace Hotel Karachi

1958 print ad of Karachi’s Palace Hotel after its famous cocktail bar was renovated.

10. West End Watch Co.

In the 1950s, a majority of white-collared Pakistanis traveled to work on local trains. When Ayub Khan came to power in 1958, he emphasized that the trains should run on time. Karachi’s West End Watch Co. turned Ayub’s call into a 1958 ad for its watches.

11. Hotel Metropole

A 1960 print ad announcing the opening of a new season of cabaret shows at the Hotel Metropole. This takes you back to an unbelievable era!

12. Zelin’s Coffee

1960 ad of Pakistan’s first coffee brand, Zelin’s. Coffee in Pakistan never became as popular as tea did, though.

13. Ahmed’s Sweetmeats

Ahmad’s were the country’s leading makers of sweetmeat items.

14. Murree Beer

A 1962 newspaper ad for Pakistani beer brand, Murree. The copy simply states, Made in Republic of Pakistan, 1962. Best served chilled.

15. Bata

A 1963 ad for Bata fashion slippers. The economy boomed during the Ayub government, triggering an increase in the consumption power of the urban middle-classes.

16. Sanyo 

TV was introduced in Pakistan in 1964. This is a 1965 ad for Sanyo TV sets. Their cost at the time: Rs.818.

17. Standard Bank Limited

A 1965 Standard Bank ad asking people to donate to the National Defence Fund during the 1965 Pakistan-India War. The war ended in a stalemate.

18. Tibet Cosmetics

A 1967 ad for the beauty products of Pakistani brand, Tibet. In this ad Tibet used a visiting Sri Lankan cabaret dancer as model.

19. Capri, Rio, Drive-In and Capitol Cinemas.

Ads of Karachi cinemas in a 1968 newspaper. Rio was famous for only running films that were ‘for adults only.’

20. Standard Bank Limited

Ad published during the 1971 Pakistan-India War. The war resulted in the breaking away of East Pakistan which became Bangladesh.

21. Beach Luxury

A 1972 print ad of Karachi’s Beach Luxury Hotel. The tourist industry had witnessed a boom between 1963 and 1968. It fell away between 1969 and 1971, but picked up again from 1972 onward. The ZA Bhutto regime that had come to power in December 1971 instated Zoroastrian-Pakistani businessman, Ardeshir Cowasjee to head the tourism board. The waterway seen in the ad is now entirely polluted.

22. Penthouse – Hotel Excelsior

A 1973 ad for Karachi’s famous nightclub, Penthouse. The club was situated within Hotel Excelsior on Victoria Road in Karachi’s Saddar area.

23. Eagle 

A 1974 press ad for the Pakistani fountain pen brand Eagle. Eagle positioned itself as ‘the pen of intellectuals.

24. Tourism Pakistan

A 1974 government-sponsored ad asking people to explore the various folk cultures and historical sites of Pakistan.

25. PIA

A 1974 print ad of PIA. PIA had continued to grow as one of the leading airlines in the world.

26. Punjab Population Planning Board

A 1975 ad from the Punjab Population Planning Board promoting birth-control pills.

27. Apple Sidra

1975 print ad for the popular cider drink, Apple Sidra featuring a woman dressed in western attire, shows how modernistic the country was at the time.

28. Titoline

.A 1975 magazine ad of a locally manufactured cream aiding ‘natural breast enlargement.’

29. Ready-made ‘Roti’

A 1975 ad for the inexpensive ready-made roti made in government factories. This was part of the Bhutto regime’s ‘socialist policies’ of ‘Roti, Kapra aur Makan’

30. Moghul Hotel

1976 print ad for a hotel and club in Lahore.

31. Aina

A 1977 magazine ad for Urdu film Aina. The film ran for 402 weeks! By the late 1970s Pakistan’s film industry had hit a peak, releasing an average of 30 films a year. However, the industry began to decline from the 1980s onward.

32. PIA info-ad

Part of a 1979 info-ad in an in-flight PIA magazine about the availability of alcoholic beverages in Pakistani airports and hotels. The ad has a list of locally-made spirits and beer, and a disclaimer: ‘For Non-Muslims Only’.

33. Bata

A 1980 print ad for a match in Karachi between international tennis star, Ilie Nastase and the then Pakistan No: 1, Saeed Meer.

34. Saudi Arabian Airlines

A 1981 Saudia Airlines ad for its flights to Karachi.

35. Roohafza

A 1983 magazine ad of Pakistan’s famous fruit syrup, Rooh Afza.

36. Jihad (Propaganda Ad)

A 1981 propaganda ad in an Urdu magazine. By the mid-1980s, Pakistan was fully facilitating US and Saudi backed Afghan insurgents against the Soviet forces in Afghanistan.

37. World Cup Hockey Champions 1982

A magazine ad celebrating Pakistan’s win in the final of the 1982 Hockey World Cup. This was Pakistan’s 3rd hockey world cup title.

38. Bata

A 1987 Bata ‘ladies shoes’ magazine ad.

39. Power

A 1988 Power Shoes print ad featuring the then Pakistan star cricketer and captain, Imran Khan.

40. Sport Soap

A late 1980s soap ad featuring Pakistani opening batsman, Ramiz Raja. Were you able to recognize him?

41. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)

A 1990 magazine ad of PIA featuring the then Squash World No: 1, Jahangir Khan.

42. Hockey World Cup 1990

Magazine ad for the 1990 Hockey World Cup which was held in Lahore.

43. Pepsi

A 1994 Pepsi magazine ad featuring the time’s leading Pakistani pop band, the Vital Signs.

44. Roohafza

 

45. Press Ad

A press ad glorifying Gen Parvez Musharraf who toppled the Nawaz Sharif government in 1999. Musharraf became President till he was forced to resign after his ‘king’s party’, the PML-Q was routed by the PPP and PML-N in the 2008 election.

46. Bank of Punjab

‘Islamic Banking’ was aggressively marketed in Pakistan in the early and mid-2000s.

Have anything to add to the post? Let us know in the comments below.

Contributed by: Sakina Haider

 

 

PAA Appeals To PM Imran Khan To Save Jobs Of People In The Advertising Sector

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Source: Brandsynario

The coronavirus pandemic has taken over the world resulting in a state of chaos and despair. As countries adopt the strategy of implementing lockdowns in order to curb the spread, while the population may be safe, the economy suffers a great loss during this crucial time.

On Friday, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approved a new procedure for the payment of advertisement bills.

According to the notification issued by the ministry, in case of a display advertisement, 85 percent payment of the bills will be made directly to the media organization, newspaper, TV or a radio channel, while the remaining 15 percent shall be made separately to the concerned advertising agency as commission.

Similarly, in case of classified advertisements, 100 percent payment of the bills shall be made directly to the media organisation, concludes the notification. This would mean the advertising agencies would face immense losses, with the economy already in a crunch and business opportunities nulled, this would be an additional blow to the advertising sector.

It has already been seen that some advertising agencies have decided to announce pay cuts in order to survive the pandemic due to less to zero business.

Pakistan Advertising Association Appeals to PM Imran Khan

An appeal has been made by the Pakistan Advertising Association to the Prime Minister Imran Khan in order to, “Save jobs of thousands of people associated with advertising industry.”

The PAA believes the new procedure of payments bill issued by the Ministry will lead to imminent layoffs in the advertising sector. The appeal states,

“The procedure which circumvents the advertising agencies in prescribing the payment of display and classified advertisement bills directly to media organizations threatens the survival of the agencies without accruing any financial benefit to the government itself.”

Under the new payment of bills procedure, the commissions in form of ‘trade discounts’ agencies normally would receive would be written off in the case of the classified advertisements where 100% of the payment will be made to the media organization.

Here’s what they had posted:

PM Imran Khan has formed a committee of 5 people for the protection of the media workers and industry after the Pakistan Broadcasters Association has issues that need resolving. The committee will be responsible to review the recommendations put forth by the PBA and help solve the problems being faced by the association.

PM Imran said that media was playing a crucial role in the fight against the coronavirus. The prime minister further mentioned that the government will protect media workers and the industry.

What are your thoughts on the appeal put forward by the Pakistan Advertising Association? Let us know in the comments below.

Drama ‘Mehar Posh’ Breaks All Records With Highest Ratings On First Episode!

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Alefyah Hasnain
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Source: Ayeza Khan, Instagram

The real-life couple Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor are the lead actors in the new drama serial Mehar Posh on Geo Television. The dynamic duo are working together on a project after what seems to be a lifetime! This has caused quite a frenzy with their die-hard fans and followers!

The new drama, Mehar Posh became the highest-rated first episode in the history of Pakistani Television after its premiere on Friday, 3rd April 2020 beating all previous records held by other TV shows.

 Ayeza and Danish giving us all couple goals!

 

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Missing long drives, traffic and smile on our faces 😊

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Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor shared the fantastic news on their social media accounts, Mehar Posh received record-breaking 13.4 TRP’s on Friday. The same day, rival channels Hum TV had a TRP of 7.2 while ARY had 6.1 TRP’s. Mehar Posh made a clean sweep on its premiere night!

The first episode has also received 2.2 Million views on YouTube.

Ayeza Khan thanked everyone for the immense support, here’s what she shared:

“Can’t thank Allah enough for the blessings, what an amazing start. Highest rating of the first episode ever.”

Ayeza Khan plays the role of Mehru while Danish Taimoor is portraying the role of Shahjahan in the drama. Ayeza will be seen as someone going through a traumatic period after being divorced soon after her wedding.

Watch Mehar Posh’s Trailer here!

Mehar Posh is produced by the powerhouse producers, Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi. It is directed by Mazhar Moin and written by Misbah Nausheen.

We can’t wait to see what Mehru and Shahjahan have in store for us! Mehar Posh airs on Geo Entertainment every Friday at 8:00 pm.

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3 Reasons Why Apple Does Not Let Other Manufactures Use iOS

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Anusha Sachwani
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Apple

Time and time again users favoring Apple and even Android have wondered, why doesn’t the brand let other manufacturers use its iOS?

Well, there is no definite answer to this question as the tech titan has not had much to say on this. However, if we put our minds to it, then there are 3 main reasons why this has not happened yet.

Reason #1 – To Avoid Drop of Sales

iPhone Sales

Apple has the option to license their iOS to other manufacturers like Huawei, Oppo or even Xiaomi. However, think about it this way, Apple’s iOS is the brand’s selling point if they let (let us assume) Xiaomi use their system, then their sales would go down. Why would someone want to buy an iPhone priced at $800 if they can get more or less the same thing for $300?

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Reason #2 – To Avoid Cloning & Scams

Apple Cloning

Going back to the 80s, reportedly hundreds of Apple II were cloned illegally as the firmware was copied. This drastically impacted Apple’s sales thus the brand created a complex firmware for their Mac. To tackle this, Apple created a tool called ‘Toolbox’ that would make cloning the OS system one of the most complicated processes at the time.

Reason #3 – The Brand’s Core Value

Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs built Apple on core values which the company widely adapts and is very serious about. He has once said, “People with passion can change the world for the better”, Apple is very passionate about its products, be it their hardware or software. As long as this value is still adapted, the brand will not give up control on any product be it iOS, MacOS, A11 or others.

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Even if Apple wants to license its operating system to benefit from it taking that risk, it might not be as easy as it sounds.

Here’s why:

Reason #4 – Compatibility

iPhone Compatibility

iOS will not work with any other smartphone-like Xiaomi, Vivo, or Huawei because of incompatible hardware. Although Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 is more powerful and has 4K Ultra HD support, the A11 chip works better with iOS in most circumstances.

apple a11

This is mainly because Apple has control over both its hardware and software. The A11 processor has been specifically designed to cater the iOS and the operating system is ‘fine-tuned’ to the A11 processor. Thus, even when licensed, iOS will not work well with other manufacturers.

Reason #5 – Google’s Open Handset Alliance

Google's Open Handset Alliance

Let’s assume that Apple is willing to sell both their iOS and processor chips to manufacturers to make tons of money. However, most of the manufacturers have been locked under Google’s Open Handset Alliance.

This prevents them from stepping out of Google’s Android ecosystem and if any of them decide to still do so, Google will take away app of their applications from them. Can you imagine a Samsung or Xiaomi handset without Google Maps, YouTube, Chrome or Google PlayStore?

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Pakistan Railways Establishes A Special Quarantine Train In Karachi

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Kinza Piracha
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Image Source: ArabNews
After canceling its countrywide passenger train operations, the Pakistan Railways ascertained a special quarantine train at the Karachi’s Cantt Station on Monday.

According to a declaration issued by the Pakistan Railways, in view of the situation that’s worsening due to the coronavirus epidemic, it had organized emergency isolation rooms for the suspected sufferers of COVID-19 pertaining to its faculty and workers.

Pakistan Railways Deputy Director Asad Tariq said a total of five carriages were enlisted to make 36 isolated beds for the suspected victims of the novel virus.

He further added that a 30-bed quarantine centre of the Pakistan Railways was already active at the Hassan Railway Hospital near the Cantt Station.

Source/ Arab News

“Now the Pakistan Railways has 66 isolated beds for the people of Karachi,” he said and mentioned that their staff, doctors and paramedics will be active in these isolated coaches round the clock.

The trains comprise of three air-conditioned sleepers and two air-conditioned business coaches having the capability to isolate 36 people. Tariq announced the capacity could be improved if the need rises.

Source/ Arab News

“The chief purpose for the established facility is to quarantine the suspects of coronavirus,” the statement said. It added that the facility was equipped with all the basic and necessary facilities required for the patients having symptoms of the viral disease.

The solitude rooms, according to the statement, would be regulated by the medical staff of the Hassan Railways Hospital.

The Pakistan Railways has also broadened its assistance to the provincial government and inquired some hospitals running in Karachi to send their patients, if need be, to these isolated coaches.

Source/ VOA

Moreover, isolation ward numbers have been pasted at all the coaches. Each cabin also a separate toilet.

Meanwhile, Sindh Transport Minister Awais Qadir Shah has pleaded the Federal Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad to convert the trains standing at different stations into quarantine centers. “All the trains should be converted into quarantine centre, as there is an extreme dearth of hospitals in the country,” he stated.

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Murree Brewery’s Permission To Produce Hand Sanitizers, Granted!

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Kinza Piracha
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Image Source: Dawn

The oldest and the only liquor brand in Pakistan Murree Brewery has gotten the go-ahead from the Punjab excise and taxation department to start making hand sanitizer.

The organization has been given permission to make 10,000 gallons of sanitizers a month, Chief Executive Officer Isphanyar Bhandara said by phone. The Punjab excise department did not respond to a request for comment.

Pakistan has been locked down as the government tried to halt COVID-19 from spreading. The Rawalpindi-based Murree has also requested the government to reopen liquor stores to stop the rising sales of toxic illegal liquor that has been harmful to several people.

Earlier this week, the brewery offered to mass-produce and sell hand sanitizer with 70 percent alcohol to help fight the coronavirus outbreak in Pakistan.

Source/ The Economist
According to the CEO, Isphandyar Bhandara, the motivation behind this was very simple. “We wanted to help the country. We buy alcohol so we already have it in stock – where we are making liquor, we can make sanitizers as well.”

He also added “we know how to make it too. When the first few COVID-19 cases started popping up in Pakistan, we made in-house samples for our employees.”

The formula, according to the chief executive of Pakistan’s biggest manufacturer of alcoholic and non-alcoholic products, is very simple. All you need is Ethanol, glycerin, and food color. “It can be made without color as well, it’s not complicated,” he continued.

Source/ Bloomberg

Furthermore, the Punjab excise and taxation department mentioned that they were giving authorization to companies and individuals to make hand sanitizer because the ones currently in the market did not have ethanol.

Moreover, DG Suhail Shahzad said that they had allowed Murree Brewery to make 54,000 liters each month. “Now let’s see how quickly they can deliver.”

The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority has declared sanitizers of 23 brands of poor quality since they do not have enough amount of alcohol in them or pH levels by WHO standards.

foodpanda Helps Their Heroes By Providing Them Financial Aid During The Lockdown

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Press Release
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The lockdown imposed has made it all over the news, involving panel discussions about how the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected the lives of locals. With the pause on online delivery services, riders, especially those working on daily wages, are highly prone to the effects of the lockdown. To minimize the impact of the pandemic, Pakistan’s largest food delivery platform, foodpanda, has come up with cohesive strategies to ensure their heroes’ health along with their finances, in this challenging time.

On 23rd March, a lockdown was imposed all over Sindh to curb the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), financially affecting the lives of daily wagers. Areas, where people accumulate including offices, public transport and other gathering places, have been shut down, along with the services of online delivery platforms, with foodpanda being the prime example. During times like these, the food delivery platform takes a stand for its heroes by providing them with health, safety and financial support, to ensure their well-being.

For the first time in Pakistan, foodpanda has transferred earning assistance to heroes to cover their basic expenses during the halt of operations in cities that are locked down. Amidst COVID-19, the food delivery platform ensures to create awareness about the virus amongst the heroes by constantly sending them educational messages and prompts to stay cautious. These awareness measures include infographics at rider hubs and social media assets to educate the riders about its levels of severity.

As an extra precautionary measure, an extra highly detailed infographic has been put up on rider hubs which instructs them to abide by the laws under Section 144, with handshakes and physical proximity being the core reasons for the spread of Coronavirus. As a constant reminder, the riders also get a message from the company, thanking them for their services during such a crucial time along with a highly detailed infographic that showcases the preventive measures for the pandemic. Daily temperature checks at rider hubs  have now become an integral part of a hero’s job, before starting his shift.  Also, to act as a safety measure a complete guide has been integrated on the foodpanda app to support contact less deliveries.

Ever since the outbreak, foodpanda has dispatched hand sanitizers to their heroes on-board and continues to actively distribute face masks and gloves to their heroes. foodpanda kept the heroes motivated by paying them a higher amount of what they earned per order previously. This step was taken in order to cover the financial loss borne by the heroes during the lockdown.  If a hero is tested positive for COVID-19, he will be granted a paid leave as part of the newly launched ‘two weeks earning support programme’ to ensure his financial stability. If a case arises where a hero is hospitalized, his insurance will cover his daily expenses on a daily basis

At testing times like these, foodpanda has used all possible methods to ensure the health, safety and financial stability of their heroes. With rightful deliveries being the core pillar of the company, the food delivery platform has rightfully incorporated all means to reassure their riders of them being in safe hands. During the outbreak of Coronavirus, health and safety of heroes is the first measure foodpanda assuring everyone that #foodpandacares.

10 Comedians You Should Follow On YouTube During The Lockdown!

By
Kinza Piracha
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Image Source: Gulf News

It’s not an easy job to make people laugh in this current situation. We keep browsing through our phones the entire day, just to see if there’s an update that would lift us up.

Well, the next time you’re looking for something interesting and light-hearted to pep up your mood after a long day at work, you can check out these amazingly funny comedians and you’ll definitely giggle your way through the evening!

1. Danish Ali

This guy never fails to tickle our funny bone!

2. Bekaar Films

These guys have the content that really lifts up your mood.

3. Zaid Ali

Who isn’t aware of this Canadian/Pakistani YouTuber? He has his way with words and manages to make you giggle.

4. Shahveer Jafry

5. Umer Sharif

Well, this name needs no introduction. All hail to the king of comedy!

On the other hand, there are some Hollywood comedians who have blown us away with their top-notch punch lines on stage.

1. Kevin Hart

He’s everyone’s favorite funny guy who has that witty sense of humour that will leave you letting out a guffaw.

2. Aziz Ansari

Ansari has had a career of two halves. First, he was the playful standup whose routines revolved around clashing cultures and botched romances, a style translated into Netflix’s Master of None.

3. Trevor Noah

This slick comedian is always on top of gods game!

4. Chris Rock

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5. Jerry Seinfeld

The Seinfeld actor and stand-up comedian is one of the highest-earning comedians who made it to our list!

Who’s your favorite comedian? Let us know in the comments below!

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5 Best Instagram Filter Apps that You Need ASAP!

By
Sundas Khan
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Insta filters

Instagram is the ultimate photo sharing app and to make your feed aesthetically pleasing you may need professional editing tools and mesmerizing filters.

Before Insta came around, if anyone talked about filters the only thing came to mind was a thin paper sheet used in coffee machines.

Though the app is known for its all time famous “Ludwig” and “Clarendon” filter but if you want a professional touch what Instagarm offers is merely slim.

If you want to make your feed standout and get Insta-famous over night. You will probably love these 5 apps that provides amazing filter and editing options.

Snapseed

Our personal favorite and go-to app for any kind of photography edits are Snapseed. Available on both OS, this app is pretty easy to use. It not only offers an intuitive interface but offers professional level editing tools. Try yourself and you will fell in with features it provides.

Snapseed

Huji Cam

Remember the camera analog photos we used to have in early 90’s? If you like that effect you will definitely love Huji Camera app. You can even take a photo from the app or import your mobile camera images to edit. You can also change the analog to your preference. Give your feed a retro vibe with Huji Cam.

hujicam

Prisma  

Prisma is not a new app but one of ours all time favorite app. It offers such unique feature that you don’t get in any other app. You apply the master looks from famous painters to your ordinary picture to make them your very own masterpieces. Download this app to explore more.

Prisma

BeFunky

BeFuncky was one of pioneer of filter apps and still in the top ten most rated photo editing app. One of the reason its users favorite is because this app is pretty easy to you use. It provides basic editing options and you will love the black and white filter.

BeFunky

VSCO

You may have seen thousands of photos on Instagram with a #VSCO. Its because this app is a widely used one among professional photographers. Its has tools that you might expect from a highly professional editing software. But super easy to use with a neat interface. You can play around color gradient and unlimited filters.

VSCO

These apps are top picks and you need to use them to find out your favorite one. Tell us how you edit your photos on Instagram and which app you mostly use?

Share you thoughts in the comments below.

10 Times Rishi Kapoor Wowed Us As On-Screen Muslim

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Omair Alavi
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They may hate him for tweeting about Sarfraz Nawaz or playing an on-screen Muslim in Mulk, but Rishi Kapoor remains one of the few actors in India who have a large following even in Pakistan.

Be it his Muslim characters in Bollywood or his non-Muslims one, people take them as acting which is why Mulk is being as much anticipated on this side of the border as 102 Not Out was a few months back. Let’s go down the memory lane to pick 10 of the most memorable Muslim characters played by Rishi Kapoor that went well even in India, before there was Mulk.

1) Laila Majnu (1976)

In this H. S. Rawail directed classic, Rishi Kapoor played the eternal lover Majnu who gets to perform on Mohammad Rafi’s iconic songs composed by the legendary music composer Madan Mohan.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iZMGCvqkUo

 

2) Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)

Who played the Muslim hero in this Manmohan Desai flick promoting inter-religious harmony? The one and only Rishi Kapoor who became famous as Akbar Ilahbadi, the qawwal who wants to marry Salma and loves to perform on songs that went on to become classics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GEKreUi-g0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjRgw1naMsc

3) Deedar-E-Yaar (1982)

In what went onto be known as a Muslim romantic film, Rishi Kapoor played Javed Syed Ali Khan opposite Tina Munim, Reena Roy and Jeetendra. This H. S. Rawail movie may not have done well at the box office but Rishi Kapoor was believable as a Muslim, just like he is now, more than 35 years later!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXGKjZ-MxAE

4) Tawaif (1985)

No one could have carried the heavily named Dawood Mohammed Ali Khan Yusuf Zahi character than Rishi Kapoor who speaks fluent Urdu and whose fore fathers hail from Peshawar!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6Zov-a8Q-I

5) Hathyar (1989)

In this JP Dutta film, Rishi Kapoor gave tough time to Sanjay Dutt and Dharmendra as Samiulla Khan and even performed on a Shailendra Singh number.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQA1oW_wZQs

6) Ajooba (1991)   

Although this Shashi Kapoor directorial venture failed big time, it was known as the last film featuring Amitabh and Rishi before 102 Not Out. Rishi played the always-in-love Hasan to Amitabh’s Ali who also masquerades as a superhero, Ajooba!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDsdAzkVpRQ

7) Fanaa (2006)

As the time changed, Rishi Kapoor matured to senior roles and played Kajol’s father Zulfikar in this Kunal Kohli thriller, opposite Aamir Khan. The film was a huge hit and Rishi’s acting as a Kashmiri Muslim was hailed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JCszwP5tl8

8) Delhi-6  (2009)

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra cast Rishi Kapoor as Ali Beg, the head of a Delhi family and he couldn’t have been more perfect in his selection as Rishi spoke with an accent of a Delhi veteran, who was also a Muslim.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjQkN74bCbk

9) Agneepath (2012)

It isn’t that Rishi Kapoor has never played a Muslim villain because his last 2 roles have been exactly that; As Rauf Lala in Karan Malhotra’s remake of Agneepath, he was at his very best and gave the audience chills despite the presence of a bald Sanjay Dutt as Kancha Cheena.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F12qxlkruow

10) D-Day (2013)

Nikkhil Advani’s far-fetched thriller based on India and Pakistan had Rishi Kapoor playing a version of Dawood Ibrahim; here as Iqbal Seth he claims to be a businessman who helps others but with one signal, he could bring the city to a standstill making him more than a businessman!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dMYUmAi14E&t=1s

 

 

PTCL Signs MoU With Gulberg Greens For Provision Of State-of-the-art Services

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Press Release
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Source: Tech Juice

Islamabad, April 03, 2020: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gulberg Greens Islamabad for provision of Information Communication Technology (ICT) services and infrastructure in the society.

The signatories included Muhammad Shehzad Yousuf, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL and Shujaat Ullah Qureshi, Secretary, Intelligence Bureau Employees Cooperative Housing Society (IBECHS) Islamabad.

PTCL and IBECHS endeavor to transform Gulberg Greens into a smart city base, where the residents will be able to enjoy hi-speed, unlimited internet & bandwidth, crystal clear voice and Smart TV services with quality content.

On the occasion, Shehzad Yousuf, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL, said that “PTCL is committed to contribute towards the society by providing a robust ICT infrastructure and seamless services to the citizens in line with Prime Minister’s vision of a Digital Pakistan.”

Shujaat Ullah Qureshi, Secretary, IBECHS, said, “We feel privileged to partner with PTCL that will enable us to bridge the connectivity gap, provide uninterrupted services and move forward collectively to deliver better internet experience to residents of Gulberg Greens Islamabad.”

PTCL strives to provide communities with the necessary facilities and services that are pertinent for growth and endless possibilities

Money Heist Fans Are Super Excited For Season 4!

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Kinza Piracha
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Source/ The Sun

For the past week, Money Heist (La casa de papel) has been trending on Netflix around the globe, in anticipation of the fourth season’s release today. The Spanish drama series has all the kick that the masses seem to love – action, intrigue, romance, humor, sticking it to the establishment, all of these features in abundance as the current season begins in chaos.

The success of season three saw the show become the most-watched non-English language series in its first week on the platform. So, it’s likely that fans will be lapping up the new season with just a much enthusiasm!

Part three saw the crew plan an even bigger heist, in an attempt to rescue Rio, who had been captured by the authorities. However, when we left them in the finale, things were looking bleak as the gang battled with the authorities at the Bank of Spain.

People are over the moon as the latest season of Money Heist hit Netflix and here’s how some have responded.

Certainly, the best thing while we’re homebound

This sounds about right since people are looking for ways to be entertained 

We feel this user on a different level

Let’s get some popcorns and OJ as well 

How many of you have this on your playlist? 

So are we, so are we!

Created by Álex Pina, Money Heist aka Le Casa De Papel stars  Álvaro Morte as The Professor, Itziar Ituño as Raquel, Úrsula Corberó as Tokyo, Miguel Herrán as Rio, Jaime Lorente Lopez as Denver, Alba Flores as Nairobi, Darko Peric as Helsinki, Esther Acebo as Monica, Hovik Keuchkerian, Rodrigo de la Serna, and Pedro Alonso as Berlin.

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