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Toyota Yaris 1.3L & 1.5L Price in Pakistan, Specifications & More

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Anusha Sachwani
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Toyota Yaris
Credits: IMC

Toyota Yaris is one of the most awaited car variants around the corner and it has now officially launched in Pakistan!

The Yaris has been launched at a market-compelling price starting from Rs2.349 million.

Furthermore, IMC has announced the bookings of its new vehicle on Thursday.

The company had issued an official statement reading:

Staying true to its focus on continuous improvement and high level of localization, IMC has invested around Rs8 billion in all-new model Toyota Yaris which will give customers a ‘value for money’ car, catering to the discerning needs of the Pakistani consumer,

PAMA Opposes Introducing ‘Local Standards’ for Vehicles in Pakistan!

On the other hand, IMC CEO Ali Asghar Jamali said:

 We are glad to commence bookings for Toyota Yaris, which will be available for delivery in the month of April. Under the development concept of ‘The New Value Pioneer’, we have focused on enhancing the design and comfort to offer the best in class value to our customers. With our company’s commitment to delight customers with a wide range of products, Toyota Yaris would be an addition to our wide product range, providing customers with a choice based on their driving needs.

Toyota Yaris will be available to all customers in the 1,300cc and 1,500cc engine displacement options with six variants.

The introductory ex-factory prices for the 1,300cc sedan starts at Rs2,349,000 for GLi MT whilst the ex-factory price for the 1,500cc top-of-the-line version, 1.5 ATIV X CVT, is Rs2,809,000.

Moreover, the gasoline-only vehicle is expected to attract new customers with loads of exciting features it has to offer, including smart entry & push start, five-speed manual transmission & seven-speed CVT, MID with 4.2-inch TFT screen, auto AC, steering switches and 6.8-inch capacitive touchscreen infotainment system.

How to Book a Toyota Yaris

When heading to an authentic dealership to book the Yaris, be sure to have original CNIC, a copy of the CNIC, a copy of your NTN certificate and a Demand draft/pay order. If the car is being booked for corporate usage, you’ll need an official stamp of the company on PBO, NTN certificate copy, purchase request, and sales tax registration copy.

Keep in mind that all payments of withholding tax will be made in favor of the Indus Motor Company LTD, and that advance booking with 100% payment is required in the form of pay order/bank draft in favor of the Indus Motor Company LTD.

Cash payment for the booking is not allowed.

What do you think about the new Yaris?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

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List of Retailers That Have Temporarily Shut Down Amid Coronavirus

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Kinza Piracha
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Brands
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From restaurants to parks to malls – everything is now shut due to the novel coronavirus and the masses across the globe are quarantined.

Furthermore, major retailers across the U.S., including Macy’s, Apple and Nike, are shutting down their stores or reducing hours in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

The decisions, while smart for customers, workers and the community at large, will no doubt weigh heavily on the already-stressed industry.

Here’s the list of retailers who have shut down:

1. H&M

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Right now we're facing a situation that no one could really prepare for. In these times of uncertainty we’re following the advice from government and local authorities. We're adapting to ever-changing situations, and are truly grateful to have fantastic teams collaborating to support our customers, colleagues and partners all around the world. In response to the prevention and control of the disease outbreak, we have already, or will shortly, close many of our stores. In stores that remain open or are re-opened, we’re prepared to respond quickly to any emerging situation. We’d also like to share the good news that the non-profit @hmfoundation has donated 500,000 USD to the World Health Organization to help prevent the spread of this pandemic. Please stay safe and take care of one another, wherever you are. H&M

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2. Nordstrom

3. Abercrombie and Fitch

 

4. American Eagle 

5. Gap 

6. Lego 

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Take care of one another ❤️

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7. Macy’s

8. Nike 

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With love, Your Nike Family

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9. Ralph Lauren 

10. Sephora 

11. Tiffany and co.

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An update on COVID-19. #TiffanyAndCo

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On the other hand, there are some local retailers who have also shut down

1. Image 

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Dear All,⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Amidst the recent #COVID-19 situation, following the current protocol our Karachi stores will remain closed from today till 1st April, 2020. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ While you may not be able to come visit us, we are now taking pre-booking for our Lawnkari collection on call📞⁣ ⁣⁣ You can place your orders at ⁣⁣ 021-11-11-46243 ⁣⁣ 021-34370477 0308-3082222 ⁣⁣ Have your parcel delivered to your doorstep in the coming week!📬⁣⁣ ☎️Available from 10am-6pm⁣ ⁣⁣ Meanwhile, we urge you to follow all WHO-recommendation precautions, be kind to one another, and ensure that essentials are available to all.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Sending you virtual hugs!🙌🏻⁣⁣ Team Image⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #Image #ImageStores # Safetyfirst #SocialResponsibility #Covid19 #Staysafe

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2. Imtiaz Super Market 

3. ALDO 

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4. Junaid Jamshed 

5. BEECHTREE

In this hard time, it’s vital that we maintain social distance and stay safe.

COVID-19: Here’s How A Successful Hajj Applicant Can Get A Refund!

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Ariba Raza
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Hajj

As the number of coronavirus cases is increasing rapidly across the globe, countries are now taking strict actions to ensure the safety of their citizens. From complete lockdowns, banning public gatherings and traveling, more countries are now looking forward to stopping the spread of the virus.

Speaking of which, earlier, Saudi Arabia had put a temporary ban on Umrah for pilgrims traveling in from other countries and later, the ban was announced for Saudi citizens as well.

Hajj Application Refunds

Moreover, on Thursday, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has also announced that if any successful Hajj 2020 applicant wants a refund for any reason, they may apply for the refund of their money.

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What would be the procedure to get your refund?

1. The applicants can get their refund forms from www.hajjinfo.org. The ministry will then issue a Refund Authority Letter that would allow the applicant to get his/her deposited money back from the relevant bank branch.

2. After getting the refund, the applicant would get another application that would be submitted to Section Officer (Hajj Policy) requesting permission to allow his blood relative as their substitute to perform Hajj in his/her place.

3. The ministry will later issue a letter, showing its consent to substitute a Haji.
The substitute Haji will need to submit his Hajj application along with a copy of their passport to his/her relevant bank branch.

4. However, the successful applicant who does not want to perform hajj should submit the reason for his/her for not performing hajj. The successful applicant must also submit all the relevant documents to support their reason. For the substitute Haji, proof of relations, a copy of substitute’s passport, computerized national identity card (CNIC) would also be required and submitted to the ministry.

Do you think this is a good step? Let us know in the comments below.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Celebrities Take Up The #StayAtHomeChallenge During Self-Quarantine!

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Alefyah Hasnain
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Coronavirus has become a global pandemic spreading rapidly through all the countries. With more than 225,000 people affected due to the virus bad news is all that we see on our social media accounts and on TV. A number of countries have initiated self-distancing and lockdowns have also been put into effect restricting movement in order to curb the spread.

In order to raise awareness and encourage more people to stay at home and remain quarantined, celebrities have taken up a fun #StayAtHomeChallenge. This initiative is sure to motivate their fans and followers world-wide to become a part of this ‘new’ trend and will create the social distance needed to limit the spread of COVID-19.

The challenge initially was to have the person taking the challenge wash their hands and then play football with a tissue roll but has now evolved and everyone is doing something different yet entertaining! From footballers to cricketers, singers and actors lots of celebrities have taken it up on themselves to become part of this trending new challenge.

Here’s Cricketer, Chris Gayle with this entertaining take on the #Stayathomechallenge!

 

 Brazilian Footballer Felipe Melo does what he’s best at!

 

 

A different Stay at Home Challenge was taken up by various Hollywood personalities.

Here’s the dapper Noah Centino showing us how its done.

 

Lady Gaga urging people to Stay at home!

If you’re not listening to the Man himself, what are you doing then?

Popular comedian speaking his heart out, forcing people to practice quarantining themselves for precautionary measures!

President Barack Obama tells it with facts!

 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!

Effie Awards 2020 Pakistan Gala Night Postponed!

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Press Release
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effie awards pakistan
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One of the biggest nights in Pakistan’s media and advertising industry has now been called off.

The Effie Awards Pakistan issued an official statement reading:

“This is with regards to the Effie Awards 2020 Gala Night scheduled for April 11th, 2020. As you are already aware that every organization and institution is trying to stay safe in this time of uncertainty.

We also in these hard times and are trying to do our part to ensure the health and safety of you and all those around us.

We will follow government guidelines in observing social distancing to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Therefore, we have decided to postpone the Effie Awards 2020, and plan to reassess the situation. We hope to get back to you with good news and a new date by the first week of April.”

Honda Pakistan is Giving MASSIVE Discounts Worth Thousands all Month Long!

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Anusha Sachwani
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Honda

Update (19th March 2020):

Honda Atlas has once again caught the attention of a lot of Pakistanis as the automotive giant has announced an entire month of surprises or “Marchfull of surprises”!

Throughout the entire month, Honda Pakistan is offering free registration, free navigation and free maintenance package for a year with selective variants.

The following are the Marchfull of Surprises deals from Honda:

  • 1-Year Free Maintenance Package on Civic RS Turbo
  • Free Navigation on iVTEC Turbo Oriel
  • Free Registration (Net Amount Rs. 50,000) on CITY
  • Free Registration (Net Amount Rs. 70,000) on BR-V
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All of these offers can be availed at your nearest Honda Dealership.

(March 2020) Honda Atlas has come up with a marketing campaign that is very hard to resist! In order to lure customers, the auto-giant has taken out the ‘Month Full of Surprises’ campaign.

Reportedly, Honda is confident that this will boost sales which are suffering from a 70% decline in the case of Civic & City and a 47% decline with the BR-V model.

In this, the company is now offering the following services to customers:

  • 1 Year Free Maintenance on Civic Turbo RS
  • Free Navigation with Civic Turbo Oriel
  • Free Registration with Honda City (excluding 1.3 MT variant)
  • Free Registration with BR-V

This offer is valid until the 31st of March 2020.

Furthermore, it is important to highlight that Honda has witnessed more than 100 Non-production Days since the starting of the fiscal year.

Moreover, the company announced to increase the prices of its cars by up to Rs 100,000 on the 16th of January 2020 despite the fact that the Rupee recovered by 5.5% against the Dollar and there were no additional duties or tax imposed.

We now have to see whether this strategy works in favor of Honda or not.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

TECNO Rumored to Sign Mehwish Hayat as Brand Ambassador

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Press Release
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Techno Camon

TECNO, Pakistan’s leading smartphone brand, a week ago, started teasing its upcoming model Camon 15 over social media. Camon 15 is still not launched in the market, but there’s a video going viral on social media, in which Pakistani media superstar Mehwish Hayat is seen flaunting Camon 15, which gives TECNO fans a clue about the upcoming brand face.

In the video, Tamgha-e-Imtiaz recipient, Pakistani’s media superstar, Mehwish Hayat can be seen, capturing selfies with Camon 15. The teaser release of Mehwish Hayat has created a buzz on social media and fans have bombarded TECNO’s social sites with their comments and queries to reveal further details.

The Specs and other features of Camon 15 are still not confirmed, but it’s rumored that the upcoming model from Camon series will be equipped with several innovative specs like 48MP Rear Quad Camera, a 32MP pop-up Selfie Camera, huge screen, and spacious memory.

TECNO fans are eagerly waiting for the updates. TECNO has not revealed any news about the brand face yet, but looking at the previous record it is expected that something exciting is to be revealed and the brand is planning some bigger surprises for its customers.

Six Highlights from PM Imran Khan’s address to the nation on Coronavirus

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Web Desk
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PM #ImranKhan reassured the people in his speech and spoke about the measures to be taken in order to battle #COVID19. He further asked the nation to unite as one to fight the ‘war’ against #Coronavirus.

Karachi airport is a red zone area for Coronavirus

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Web Desk
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Airports are now considered a red zone for Coronavirus in Pakistan (COVID-19)

7th Gen 2021 Hyundai Elantra Specifications, Features & More

By
Anusha Sachwani
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2021 Hyundai Elantra
Credits: Cnet

Ladies and gentlemen, there is a new competitor in the market which is ready to give both the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic a tough time – Hyundai Elantra!

The Elantra is a direct rival to both the Civic and Corolla as well as many other variants in the market. Also known as Avante, the Elantra is one of Hyundai’s most important models.

Since its introduction in 1990, Hyundai has sold over 13.8mn Elantra units worldwide!

As of now, Hyundai has introduced the 6th generation which has already arrived in oversea markets in 2016-17.

Hyundai revealed the all-new 7th generation Elantra at Lot Studios in West Hollywood, California, and it is absolutely stunning! The 4-door coupe style ride follows the same exterior and interior regardless of the market.

Under the Hood

7th gen elantra engine
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The Hyundai Elantra comes with the carryover 2.0L naturally aspirated 147HP MPI engine with 179NM of torque. The transmission is CVT, which Hyundai calls IVT /Intelligent Variable Transmission. The Elantra is now also offered with a new Hybrid 1.6L Direct injection engine.

Hyundai Elantra’s K3 Technology

The Elantra is based on Hyundai’s new K3 technology, a platform that not only helps improve its fuel economy but makes it lighter as well as faster. Through the K3 platform, Hyundai has helped the model achieve a lower center of gravity; which has not only improved its driving dynamics but also its on-road handling and a decent performance boost.

Interior

According to Hyundai, the interior design is named “immersive cocoon” and based on airplane cockpit and driver-centric. The interior space has been roomy with time and has had improvements with the head, shoulder, and legroom for the driver and all passengers.

Cockpit Features

The cockpit comes with a number of features for both the driver and the passengers. The Elantra comes with wireless Apple car-play and Android connectivity as well. You also get a wireless smartphone charger. Moreover, it comes with an optional digital key which means you can lock, unlock, start and drive your Elantra with your phone not needing a physical key.

Other features include a 64 colors customizable ambient lighting.  Voice recognition, 8 speaker premium  Bose audio system,  dual-zone automatic climate control, and much more are available in the car. PS, some trims come with sunroof options!

Safety

Hyundai is offering standard active equipment in all trims, it includes forward collision warning, lane keep assist, high beam assist, and a rearview camera. On the other hand blind-spot monitoring, smart cruise control, and rear traffic alert are optional.

Possible Production Delays

With the Coronavirus pandemic taking over the world, the production for Elantra as well as other cars have been disrupted. Hence, production delays are expected.

Whereas Hyundai-Nishat motors will start the assembly for the 6th generation Elantra face-lift for the Pakistani markets in September of 2020. Sadly Pakistan will not be able to make the most of the 7th for another 2 years at most.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Dettol’s TikTok ‘Hand Wash Challenge’ Receives A Whopping 9 Million Views In 4 Days!

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Alefyah Hasnain
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Image Source: Twitter/Dettol India

The Coronavirus pandemic has spread rapidly throughout the world. What began in China has now caused worldwide distress! In these trying times, it is difficult for brands to market their products and complete strategies are put into place to tackle the situation.

Dettol, however, has shined out from the rest after it introduced a ‘Dettol TikTok Challenge’ known as #HandWashChallenge in India to encourage more people to wash their hands in order to fight COVID-19. The challenge has become extremely popular in just four days, receiving a whopping 8.7 billion views.

Dettol’s TikTok challenge reads:

“Join hands with Dettol and take the #HandWashChallenge to spread awareness on how to wash hands!”

 

The challenge is fun to do and can be danced out as it has steps to wash the hands mentioned in the unique song. As seen below in renowned actress, Urvashi Rautela’s TikTok video, the green Dettol strip at the top displays the 4 Steps to wash the hands and challenge takers can dance accordingly. People can then share the challenge with their friends.

 

@urvashirautelaWash Hands and Stay Cool ##HandWashChallenge @dettol_india♬ Hand Washing Song – Viruss

Heartthrob, Kartik Aryan also joined the bandwagon and sent out the message “Please hand wash Karona!” to his fans!

 

@dettol_india##HandWashChallenge please hand wash karona♬ original sound – Dettol India

The brand has taken a simple WHO guideline and created a buzz around it through a clever marketing tactic. At the same time, the brand has played an enormous part in creating awareness on Handwashing that is a critical need at this time during the pandemic.

With over 8.7 billion views for this challenge, Dettol has surpassed E.l.f. Cosmetics that crossed 1.7 billion views in a week for its own challenge on TikTok last October. E.l.f was one of the first brands to create its own song for a challenge. In 4 days, other brands have received millions or hundreds of millions of views at the same time but no brand has received such a huge number to date.

The #HandWashChallenge has caught the eye of popular TikToker’s and various influencers each having a huge number of followers. This has in turn aided the challenge to become a trend in the past few days.

Have you taken part in Dettol’s TikTok Challenge? Let us know in the comments below

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Pakistan, China and Russia Working on a Road Map to Conduct Trade in Local Currency

By
Laiba Omer
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Dollar
Image Source: Business Recorder

On the 17th of March, Business Recorder reported that Pakistan, China, and Russia have decided to conduct trade in local currencies and skip US dollars.

Reportedly, the finance ministry of Pakistan has completed preparations in light of the agenda of the conference taking place in Moscow.

Why has the Shanghai Cooperation Organization called out a meeting?

Chairman of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Russia had called out all the members of the organization to discuss trade and investment in local currencies instead of the US dollars.

Dollars
Image Source: The Express Tribune

When is the meeting taking place? 

On the 18th, in Moscow, a road map will be set up and signed at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s Finance Ministers’ meeting.

What will happen during the meeting? 

A detailed review of these proposals will be finalized during the meeting. A system will be formed based on the mutual settlement of national currencies to be introduced to the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Who are the eight-member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization? 

The member states include China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Representatives from the finance ministries and central banks of these states will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization conference in Moscow.

Will observer countries attend the meeting? 

Yes, Iran, Afghanistan, Belarus, and Mongolia will be attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. These countries wish to become permanent members of the organization.

What purpose will the decision serve to the national currencies of the member countries? 

In case the agreement is signed, it will strengthen the national currencies of the member countries and promote mutual trade and investment. It will prove to be a great breakthrough for the member states.

For more news and updates, stay tuned to Brandsynrio.

How to Recover Deleted Photos on iPhone

By
Laiba Omer
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iPhone Gallery
Image Source: iOS Gadget Hacks

Losing your precious memories in the form of photos sounds catastrophic, but it happens often. If you own an iPhone, chances are you can recover all your data in a matter of minutes. There are a lot of softwares that can help you recover your photos.

Always sync your data including contacts, messages, notes, photos, videos, etc to a Windows PC or Mac using iTunes or iCloud periodically to avoid the immense amount of regret after an unpredictable accident. It is a worry-free and risk-free method to protect data.

iCloud 

If you use iPhone, (iOS 8 and above) you must allow iCloud to save all your data. Once you sync all your data, there’s nothing to worry about.

You can recover your photos on all kinds of devices. Just log in to your iCloud account and you’ll see all your phone pictures saved on the cloud. Download them on your PC, if you wish to ease up space.

iCloud-Drive-How-it-works-and-how-to-take-advantage-of-Apples-cloud
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Recently Deleted 

iPhone has a feature called “recently deleted” that saves your picture from your gallery up to 30 days. All you have to do is visit your “recently deleted” folder and select the photos you wish to recover.

Once you have recovered the selected photos, they will automatically save in the gallery but only back to the same date and time. Don’t panic. Just scroll up, you’ll find them.

Recently Deleted

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Students Distressed About CAIE’s As Cambridge Postpones Exams

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Source: Raise Pakistan

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE’s) examinations that are scheduled to be held in May/June have been postponed, the news was broken over Twitter on Tuesday evening by Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood.

He further mentioned that Cambridge would be announcing the new dates for the exams shortly. The decision was taken in a meeting to review the ongoing situation in Pakistan due to the threat from COVID-19. The meeting was held with provincial education ministers and senior education officials including Head of Cambridge Pakistan, Ms. Uzma Yusaf.

 

It has been clarified by the British Council and Cambridge that the examinations will be held as per schedule across the world and due to the situation in Pakistan, they will take place after the 1st of June.

Cambridge released a media statement on 17th March 2020 to shed some light on the situation at hand. The statement reads,

“We note that Pakistan’s government’s decision that examinations across the country will not take place until 1st June. This includes local and Cambridge examinations. Some Cambridge exams are scheduled to take place from 1 June, and as of now, we anticipate that they will run in Pakistan as planned. “

They further mentioned that the examination board is taking all the necessary actions to ensure the safety of schools and students and are working towards the smooth transition of students moving on to universities.

Read the Complete Press Release by Cambridge

The news comes as a shock to the students who have been preparing to give their exams this year. Students are all under immense distress over the ongoing situation as there is great confusion on when they would be appearing for their papers.

It has been speculated that students could give the complete papers in Oct/Nov session of the Cambridge exams. However, they could also appear for some of the papers after 1st June.

A student of Lyceum College who is registered to appear for the May/June session was contacted and here’s what she had to say on the ongoing dilemma:

The school has not given us a final decision as the situation is still under review. Students are confused as to what is going to happen next.

As per her own schedule, she would choose to give the complete papers together in Oct/Nov instead of just a few in June. CIEs are scheduled to start in April but schools reopen on June 1st. Even if students opt for the papers in June, they may only be able to do parts of a paper as some subject examinations may not even be possible if they are scheduled by Cambridge before June.

It is important to keep in mind that due to the postponement of examinations to Oct/Nov, universities would also have to delay the admission process. In order to accommodate all the students, the Higher Education commission shared in the meeting that they would delay the universities’ admissions process to October.

However, the schools are in communication with CIE and still awaiting a final decision.

This is a developing story. 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

10 Things Happening Around the World that are NOT Related to COVID-19!

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Anusha Sachwani
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Image Credits: 9to5mac, fifty shades, Daily Sabah

The novel Coronavirus pandemic or COVID-19 has the world in a state of panic, but in the words of our very own Prime Minister Imran Khan, “Aap ne ghabrana nahin hai.”

While news of the COVID-19 increasing over time, taking lives, and putting countries on lockdown has us sad and depressed, but there are also other events happening around the world that are being missed out.

Even though we cannot stop the inevitable, the least we can do is focus on the happier things around the world that can surely take our minds off the virus.

So here are 10 things happening around the globe that are NOT related to the Coronavirus!

10. Brad Pitt is Now on Instagram!

For all you Pitt lovers out there, Brad Pitt is finally on Instagram. The last time humanity rejoiced on similar news was when Jennifer Aniston made her account and made a world record of having the most followers in the least amount of time!

What’s Jennifer Anniston’s Insta Photo of the FRIENDS Reunion About? Here Are 3 Possibilities!

9. HUGE & Possibly-World-Ending- Asteroid will Fly Past Earth!

Yes, a killer-size asteroid will fly right at Earth! Measuring up to 2.5 miles wide, the asteroid will be making an uncomfortably close call with our planet. According to NASA, the asteroid should float by Earth on April 29th! PS – NASA has been tracking the asteroid since 1987!

8. Dengue Fever Cases Rising at Alarming Rate

According to the Directorate General of Health Services, the total number of dengue patients admitted in 2020 by far is almost four times higher than that of this time last year! Cases have been increasing world-wide at a very alarming rate!

7. There is One Less HIV Patient in the World!

A patient belonging from London no longer is HIV-positive after a successful stem transplant. He is now the second man in the world to have gone through this procedure and to be treated from the disease.

6. WhatsApp is Launching Self-Destruct Messages

Admit it, you’ve sent wrong messages to people by mistake long before the introduction of the ‘delete for everyone’ feature came out and literally prayed for it. Now, WhatsApp is working on self-destroying messages after being highly inspired by Snapchat, once again!

WhatsApp’s ‘Delete for Everyone’: 7 Things You Should Know Before Using this Feature!

5. Apple May Lose Millions of Customers After this HUGE Mistake

According to Forbes, there is a very serious OS 13 cellular bug that is consuming a lot of consumer mobile data leading to a huge increase in bills. Moreover, switching off mobile data will not stop it from costing millions of iPhone users extra money…The only solution for some has been to shut down their iPhones … completely!

4. “India is dying to work with Pakistan” -Shoaib Akhtar 

According to Rawalpindi express or Shoaib Akhtar, India is actually dying to work with Pakistan. “India is a great place, people are amazing. I never felt they wanted any hostility or any kind of war with Pakistan. But when I went to their televisions, etc. I feel like a war is going to happen tomorrow. I have traveled a lot to India, have seen the country very closely, I can say today that India is dying to work with Pakistan. India’s path of progress is through Pakistan, I am convinced, ”Akhtar said during the chat show.

3. According to a Source, Meghan Markle Got ‘Exactly What She Wanted’ With Royal Exit!

Well, well, well… according to a source, the actress-turned-royal-turned-ordinary person, Megan Markle got ‘exactly what she wanted’ after she and husband took the unpopular Royal Exit. While it’s no secret that Meghan was not liked by the Queen, we are happy that Markle is enjoying her present days with baby Archie.

2. Fifty Shades Freed is No Longer #1 in Top 10 Netflix Shows in Pakistan

For almost 2 weeks, ‘Fifty Shades Freed’ dominated #1 on the Top 10 in Pakistan Today list. However as of today, 18th March, ‘Elite’ has taken over this ranking while Indian movie ‘Guilty’ ranks 3rd.

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1. Sophie Turner Thought Joe Jonas was ‘Catfishing’ Her!

During an interview with Elle, the 24-year-old Game of Thrones star revealed that she had initially thought that the singer had been “catfishing” her after he approached her on one of her social media accounts!

What do you think about this global news?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

12th Gen Toyota Corolla is Finally Coming to Pakistan!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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Corolla Altis
Credits: Pak Wheels

20th May 2020: Despite the rough bumps and ditches the local automotive industry had to cross in the tough year, it looks like some positive notes came out of it.

We told our readers earlier that Toyota is ready to bring its anticipated 12th, Gen Toyota Corolla, to Pakistan, news has it that it will be here sooner than later!

Pictures of the 12th gen model being tested on the roads have started to go viral among automotive enthusiasts.

The new model is based on the company’s global platform called the TNGA, “Toyota New Global Architecture.”

What to Expect?

12th gen toyota corolla
Credits: Motor1

The Pakistani variant of the Corolla will be slightly different and customized according to the demands of the local market. This includes a couple of aesthetic changes like the headlights, curved lower edges, etc.

Whereas the inside is expected to be the same more or less with a less-cluttered design and a 7-in infotainment system. It is also likely to be equipped with digital automatic climate control and might even have an electronic parking brake.

Reportedly, according to the trim level, it will boast various other features such as cruise control, Power driver seat, sunroof, and push-button start, among others.

Moreover, it will be available in not 1 but 2 engine variants, a 1.8L (2ZR-FAE) 4 Cylinder engine and a 1ZR-FE, a 1.6L engine.

Expected Price

Rumors hint that the expected price-tag of the upcoming 12th gen Toyota Corolla will be around Rs. 4 million.

Expected Launch Date

The Corolla is expected to be announced in the second half of 2020.

18th March 2020: Toyota is gearing up for a lot of events this year as the company is in full swing to launch its highly anticipated 12th gen Toyota Corolla in Pakistan!

On the other hand, the auto giant is also ready to introduce the popular Toyota Yaris into the Pakistani markets, as the expected launch date is 27th March (can be delayed).

Coming back to the Corolla, it is expected that the car will be available in 1.3L and 1.5L engine capacities. Moreover, it will look like the Altis Grande, but with higher displacement engines.

Hence, it makes this Toyota Yaris a direct competitor of the Honda City and upcoming Proton Saga. In contrast, the Corolla Altis will compete head-to-head with Honda Civic and the forthcoming Hyundai Elantra.

Hyundai Tucson SUV Launch in Pakistan Teased!

Reportedly, the Corolla will be coming towards the second half of the year (maybe pushed to the first half of 2021). Moreover, test units will be imported from Thailand. The 12th Gen Toyota Corolla was launched in Thailand in 2019 in 6 variants.

Petrol engine options include a 1.6 liter 1ZR-FBE producing 125 hp and 156 Nm, and a more substantial 1.8 liters 2ZR-FBE producing 140 hp and 177 Nm; both paired to a CVT gearbox. The Hybrid version utilizes the 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter engine that churns out 98 hp and 142 Nm and is paired to a 72 hp/122 Nm electric motor.

However, at this point, it has not yet been confirmed whether if Pakistan will also get the hybrid variant. For those who did not know, the 11th Gen Corolla was introduced in Pakistan back in 2014!

How many of you are excited? We are!

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List Of Companies In Pakistan That Have Announced ‘Work From Home’ Policy!

By
Kinza Piracha
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Image Source: theworkathomewoman.com

Update: March 18 2020:

Just recently, HUM TV Network has also released an official statement about implementing work from home policy. However, they have clearly mentioned that essential staff/employees that are critical for uninterrupted daily operations will be allowed to come work whereas, the rest, can work from home

Here’s their official statement:

Image Source: HUM TV

The novel coronavirus has ended the lives of more than 4,000 people, as of Wednesday, and there are about 121,000 confirmed cases worldwide across in at least 81 states, with six COVID-19 related deaths in the US.

As the coronavirus spreads across other parts of Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the US, major firms like Microsoft, Hitachi and Chevron are asking their workers to work remotely as a measure against the rapidly-spreading infection.

Furthermore, major firms like Oracle, Twitter, Apple, and Nestlé are restricting all non-essential business travel to keep the virus from spreading.

The same action is being taken in Pakistan as a result of the virus.

Source/ Daily Mail

Here’s the list of companies that are allowing their employees to work from home: 

(However, please note that some of the below-mentioned organizations have resumed working or may have been partially closed)

1. Reckitt Benckiser

2. Unilever

3. Engro

4. PnG

5. Byco

6. Total Parco

7. L’Oréal

8. Phillip Morris International

9. Careem

10. Lals Chocolates

11.  Sino Sindh Resources Pvt. Limited

12. Shanghai Electric

13.  PHC GLOBAL

14. Securiti.ai

15. IRD Pakistan

16. Nielson

17. Telenor

18. Daraz (partially)

19. Taskeen Health Initiative

20. Alkaram

21. TPS

22. Zak technologies (Islamabad)

23. HUBCO

24. MPCl

25. MOL

26. Transworld Associates Pvt. Ltd.

27. Zindagi Trust

28. The Digital Factory

29. GSK (optional)

30. 10Pearls

31. Folio3

32. Qinvest Qatar

33. Airlift

34. Sasta Ticket

35. Eli Lilly

36. Rohde and Schwarz

37. Nokia

38. Cybernet

39. Dani & Dani Advocates & Legal Consultants

40. Kiran Foundation

41. Netsol Technologies (Lahore)

42. AzCorp Entertainment

43. Davaam (Optional)

44. Art Now Pakistan

45. Jazz

46. Empact Activation Services (optional)

47. Nestle

48. Mc Kinsey

49. Akhund Forbes

50. Sekurus International

51. DKT International

Working home in this situation has its perks and cons. While on the one hand, people are safe and feel secure as they sit at home – lack of good communication and loss of productivity are key concerns.

These 18 Hospitals In Pakistan Are Offering Tests For Coronavirus!

By
Ariba Raza
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As the coronavirus pandemic has shaken the world, Pakistan, too, has been affected by this deadly virus.  Among the four provinces, Sindh has been affected the most. On Thursday, after Sindh chief minister’s law adviser, Murtaza Wahab said that two of the coronavirus patients have recovered.

(Update: 18th March 2020)

According to the ISPR, military hospitals will now offer tests for coronavirus. Having said that the main testing facility will be set up at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology.

On March 13th, during the National Security Committee meeting, Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa ordered the commanders of all hospitals to take necessary actions and to fully cooperate with the civil administration.

Image Source: Dawn.com

In Karachi, only a few hospitals are providing tests and treatment services to the ones who show symptoms or suspected of this virus. However, Agha Khan and Dow Medical Hospital are conducting these tests and the other mentioned hospitals send the received samples to Agha Khan and Dow.

1. Agha Khan University Hospital (Stadium Road Karachi)

The Agha Khan University Hospital is offering tests and treatment services at the cost of Rs7,900. The screening test costs around Rs2,200 whereas the PCR test costs Rs6,000.

However, not everyone would need to pay the total cost

Reportedly, the test takes 24 hours for the results. In a statement, AKUH Senior Manager Patient Business Services Hassan Somani said, “If a patient comes through the government screening process, most expenses are taken care of by the government.”

Source: Patch

He further said, “If someone comes for the test without a referral, then they must cover the charges themselves. Still, The Aga Khan University Hospital offers welfare to deserving individuals,” Somani added.

2. Chughtai Lab (Shaheed-e-Millat Road)

Chughtai Lab on Shaheed-e-Millat road is also offering a test that will be conducted by taking a nasopharyngeal swab.

3. Advanced Laboratories (Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Block 15)

Advanced Laboratories is offering a testing facility where it carries out Molecular RNA-based and antibody-based tests on IgM and IgG. The test is taken as taking a sample from a throat swab. The cost of this test is Rs. 6000.

4. Dow Medical Hospital (Ojha campus)

Dow Medical Hospital will proceed for test only if there’s a suspected case. If the hospital receives a suspected case, they to await a green signal after contacting the health department.

The test is said to cost around Rs7,900 and the kits used will be molecular RNA-based. The sample will be taken by a nasopharyngeal swab.

5. Hashmanis (Saddar Branch)

Hashmanis (Saddar branch) is also offering to screen for Coronavirus in Rs. 2100. For screening, they require EDTA Vial and Clotted Vial blood samples of individuals.

6. National Institute of Health (NIH) Islamabad
7. Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP)
8. Punjab AIDS Lab Lahore
9. Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital Lahore
10. Nishtar Hospital Multan
11.Ojha Institute Karachi
12. Indus Hospital
13. Punjab Health Laboratory Peshawar
14. Fatima Jinnah Hospital Quetta
15. Mobile Diagnostic Unit Taftan
16. Muzaffarabad Medical Science Institute
17. DHQ Hospital Gilgit
18. Civil Hospital Karachi

Moreover, if any confirmed coronavirus patient wants to get treatment, they can go to Civil Hospital Karachi located in Saddar.

Let’s pray and hope that everyone stays safe and for those affected, hope they recover soon. 

For more news and updates, stay tuned to Brandsynario.

PIA Makes Blunder By Promoting Tourism to Kuala Lumpur After Malaysia Announced Global Lock Down!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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PIA

The Coronavirus pandemic has caused massive loss to businesses including the aviation industry.

Itis also expected that by the time the world recovers from this virus, the industry may be bankrupt.

In order to promote individuals to fly, airlines have been offering hard to resist discounts to destinations around the world.

Pakistan International Airline (PIA) is also trying to keep up as best as it can in this tough time by offering discounts.

However, PIA made a mistake which has Pakistanis very angry. The airline had posted creative promoting tourism to Kuala Lumpur.

For those who are unaware, Malaysia has called for a complete lockdown until 31st March 2020 due to COVID-19 which means no one can leave the country or get in.

Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced on Monday night (March 16) measures to restrict movement nationwide, starting March 18 until 31, in a bid to stem the rising numbers of coronavirus cases.

The government has decided to implement a movement control order, starting March 18, 2020, that is, the day after tomorrow until March 31, 2020, nationwide.

It is important to mention here that the timestamp on the post-PIA had share reads 17th March 2020.

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Whether it was unintentional or on purpose, it has surly attracted backlash as people are calling out the airline for promoting tourism to a country that is now on lockdown

Social Media Reactions to PIA’s Kuala Lumpur Promotions

What do you think of this story? Should PIA and other airlines be more careful?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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COVID-19: Quarantine Facility To Be Set Up In Multan for 3000 People

By
Laiba Omer
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Multan
Source: Khaleej Times

On Tuesday, the Chief Minister of Punjab, Usman Buzdar held a meeting to discuss further the situation of the region after 5 more people were tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

The chief minister highlighted that the province would establish a quarantine facility to accommodate over 3000 suspected patients at the Labor Colony in Multan.

“The hostels of the educational institutes will also be utilized for the purpose.” He added, “A helpline will also be established at central and district for creating awareness for the virus.”

The meeting chaired by Buzdar set up a team under the provincial finance minister to review the economic situation of the region so the authorities could calculate the fall out due to the virus.

Multan
Source: Twitter

The meeting also emphasized the forming of committees under respective deputy commissioners which will include the members of the civil society so they can raise awareness regarding the virus and the preventive measures that can be taken to avoid getting sick.

The Chief Minister also has given directions to the concerned to produce local hand sanitizers and face masks. Reportedly, the NDMA would provide 10,000 safety gears within the following seven days to the province of Punjab.

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