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OPPO – Proud Partner of Pakistan Super League 2020

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Laiba Omer
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The camera expert and leader in mobile technology, OPPO is thrilled to be the official smartphone partner of Pakistan Super League 2020.

PSL is a perfect example of Pakistanis love for cricket and OPPO has played a prominent role in the promotion and development of sports across the country.

This partnership is another testament of the brand’s vision and belief in the capability of Pakistan’s youth where it connects the two with its smartphone during the religiously followed tournament.

Pakistan’s No. 1 smartphone brand has made a lot of exhilarating offers for its customers with this collaboration which will be announced once the tournament officially kickstarts.

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OPPO has always been tapped on touchpoints that resonate with the ever-evolving audiences in Pakistan and globally with entertainment and sports globally.

The company was a global partner of the ICC cricket world cup 2019 and has now set a benchmark again in the field of cricket with this partnership with PSL 2020.

Reiterating the significance of cricket in Pakistan, CEO OPPO Pakistan George Long said, “We are proud to partner with PSL 2020. As a brand, we support the youth and it is our mission to develop and promote everything that the youth is involved and interested in. We continuously aim to associate ourselves with platforms that enable us to connect and engage with customers and PSL is a perfect example of such a platform as we as a nation are very passionate about this sport”.

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This PSL season will be jam-packed with a lot of fun and exciting activities for all the smartphone users as OPPO is all set to take cricket and digitization to a whole new level.

Pakistan Super League will officially begin on 20th February and the matches will take place in various cities of the country with the finale on 22nd March 2020 in Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.

HMD Global – The Home of Nokia Phone Cancels Participation at MWC 2020 Barcelona

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HMD Global has been carefully monitoring the situation following the outbreak of Covid-19.

After much deliberation, we have decided to cancel our participation at MWC Barcelona, 2020.

MWC Barcelona has always been a key event in our annual calendar and we were very excited to showcase our new products to our partners, customers, media and fans.

However, the health and safety of our employees, customers, and stakeholders is our highest priority.

We believe the prudent decision is to cancel our participation at Mobile World Congress and want to express our sincere thanks to the GSMA and other authorities for their tireless efforts to address the challenges resulting from Covid-19, and they have our full support as they move forward.

We will update the media, our partners and customers on a new timeline for our product announcements.

Court: Rs. 50,000 Fine And One Year Imprisonment For Beating A Child

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Ariba Raza
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IHC bans corporal punishment

In Pakistan, corporal punishment is still prevalent to date. These punishments, at times, are so severe that they have proven to be fatal. However, things are about to change and students will now be studying without fearing punishments from their teachers and parents.

Famous singer, rights activist and Zindagi Trust President Shehzad Roy had filed a petition against corporal punishment in educational institutions. Not only that but he also issued notices to all the parties named in the plea to reply in two weeks.

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Waiting is so boring.. one should take a course in speed waiting

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In his petition, Shehzad Roy brought up Section 89 of the PPC which allows the use of violence against children saying,

Last year, a child passed away because of the use of corporal punishment in a school in Lahore.

On Thursday, Pakistan woke up to the greatest news that many had been waiting for. IHC Chief Justice Athar Minallah finally adhered to the petition filed by Shehzad Roy by suspending Sec 89.

Here’s what Shehzad Roy had tweeted asking everyone to join him for this hearing

During the proceedings, Shehzad Roy’s lawyer told the court that students are being subjected to brutal abuse by their teachers and school management which affects the child’s mental health and growth. His lawyer further added,

We want that the use of corporal punishment is banned while the parliament goes about making laws on the matter

Upon hearing this, Justice Minallah suspended section 89 of the Pakistan Penal Code which says:

Nothing which is done in good faith for the benefit of a person under twelve years of age […] by or by consent of the guardian or other person having lawful charge of that person, is an offence by reason of any harm which it may cause.

Moreover, after the implementation of the new law, not only did Justice Minallah suspend section 89 but has also announced a fine of Rs. 50,000 and one year of imprisonment if any parent or teacher is involved in beating a child under 12.

The protection of a child’s rights should have been implemented long time ago, however, it is never too late. We’re glad that the plea of a famous singer and human rights’ activist has been finally heard.

While speaking to media, here’s what Shehzad Roy had to say:

When a child is born, parents hit him, when he goes to school, teachers hit him, when he grows older and goes out in the society, police hits him to make him a better person. Contrarily, research shows that the use of violence only increases violence.”

Roy later expressed his gratitude on his Twitter account

Hearing this news, Pakistanis were ecstatic and congratulated Roy for his efforts!

Indeed this a commendable job done by our star and we’re super proud of Shehzad Roy!

What do you think of Shehzad’s efforts? Let us know in the comments below!

For more news and updates, stay tuned for Brandsynario.

Iman Ali Asks Pakistanis ‘#IntezaarNaKaro’ Against Fighting MS!

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Anusha Sachwani
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Iman Ali MS
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Iman Ali is one of Pakistan’s most recognized supermodels and actresses. She made her big-screen debut in 2007 with ‘Khuda Kay Liye’ and won over individuals with her performance.

In 2006, when Iman was at the peak of her amazing career at the age of 26 she started to feel fatigued despite having a good 8-hours of sleep. She realized that while reading her scripts, her vision would go blurry.

Every day seemed to be becoming a bigger challenge for the diva. She was then diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Iman rolled out a detailed video talking about her condition and how that every day is a battle for her, not knowing what will happen under #intezaarnakaro, #letsbeatms campaign.

Iman mentions that getting help on time is crucial and will enable MS victims to live a better quality of life . She received support from family and friends and is happily married to Babar Bhatti.

Iman first came forth with her story by becoming an MS ambassador and by sharing awareness about this disease in November 2019 where she shared that she has been battling with MS for 15 years.

 

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As I am an MS warrior since 15 years ! #IntezaarNaKaro #LetsBeatMS @letsbeatms

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Other celebrities and influencers joined the campaign by sharing their blurfies to create awareness about what the world looks like to victims of MS.

 

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#repost @imanalyofficial ・・・ Maybe some of you know already that I am living with Multiple Sclerosis. It is a part of my life now and my lifestyle has completely changed. My speech, movements, everything is impacted. But I am fighting on, like all the other patients who are living with this disease. MS affects the nerves in the brain, and the most common symptom is blurred vision. When there is a relapse, the blurred vision is also accompanied by dizziness. So in honor of World MS Day, 30th May – I am uploading a #Blurfie and urge you all to show support. Change your profile pictures to a Blurfie. #LivingWithMS #WorldMSDay #LetsBeatMS #IntezaarNaKaro . . . Here’s what you need to do Step 1: Take a picture while shaking your phone lightly Step 2: Apply the Facebook picture filter Step 3: Upload it on your social profiles Step 4: Use the hashtags #Blurfie #LetsBeatMS

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#repost @azfu ・・・ Imagine your whole life out of control. And blurred. This what it feels like living with Multiple Sclerosis. The lifestyle completely changes, even simple tasks like walking, talking and movement is hampered. Today I show my support for all the patients who are living with this disease. This #blurfie that I've uploaded highlights the most common symptom of MS that's blurred vision. So in honor of World MS Day, 30th May – I am uploading a #Blurfie and urge you all to show support. Change your profile pictures to a Blurfie. I nominate @zaranoorabbas.official And @asadsidofficial to join hands in this with me #LivingWithMS #WorldMSDay #LetsBeatMS #IntezaarNaKaro @letsbeatms

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#repost @aimankhan.official ・・・ Seeing a very blurred photo of me? Well, it’s to grab your attention and talk about Multiple Sclerosis. On 30th May, the world celebrates World MS Day, an initiative to raise awareness about a rare disease which is slowly impacting lives in Pakistan. One of the most common symptoms is blurred vision. This is why I have uploaded a #Blurfie to show my support for the people living with MS and to get the conversation started. Join me and be a part of the Blurfie Campaign! #LivingWithMS #WorldMSDay #LetsBeatMS #IntezaarNaKaro @LetsBeatMS . . Here’s what you need to do Step 1: Take a picture while shaking your phone lightly Step 2: Apply the Facebook picture filter Step 3: Upload it on your social profiles Step 4: Use the hashtags #Blurfie #LetsBeatMS

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#repost @umairhmirza ・・・ Lets raise awareness by showing support to Multiple Scleriosis patients. Today is World MS Day and let me take this #BlurSelfie opportunity to talk about this disease. There are 4000 + MS patients in Pakistan. MS is a chronic and debilitating disease in which the immune system abnormally attacks the insulation and support around the nerve cells (myelin sheath) in the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves, causing inflammation and consequent damage. This damage severely impacts the quality of life of patients, and they may experience various symptoms such as blurry vision, temporary loss of eyesight, feeling of tingling and numbness, muscle weakness, pain and imbalance, problems with movement and coordination, inability to focus and think, difficulty in holding urine, sexual dysfunction and frequent fatigue. #LetsBeatMS #IntezaarNaKaro #Blurfie #WorldMSDay

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What is MS?

MS is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. In this condition, the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibers and causes communication problems between your brain and the rest of your body.

What are the symptoms?

The early symptoms of MS include:

  • vision problems
  • tingling and numbness
  • pains and spasms
  • weakness or fatigue
  • balance problems or dizziness
  • bladder issues
  • sexual dysfunction
  • cognitive problems

Does it have a Cure?

There is no cure for multiple sclerosis. However, there are treatments that typically focus on speeding recovery from attacks, slowing the progression of the disease and managing MS symptoms.

How can I get Help?

If you or someone you know has felt similar symptoms, you need to visit a neurologist ASAP. It is also important for you to get authentic and relevant information in regards to MS, which you can do so by clicking here.

Delaying a visit to the doctor can prove to be fatal. Join the fight against MS ab aur #intezaarnakaro!

Creators of Meray Paas Tum Ho Could Be Facing Legal Suit Amid Accusations

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Laiba Omer
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Humayun Saeed

Creators of the popular show “Meray Pass Tum Ho” could possibly be facing legal suit amid accusations reports The Guardian.

Earlier, lawyer Sana Saleem had filed a petition in Sindh High Court which said that the popular television series viewed by 80 million people was “ridiculing a woman who makes the same decision as every other man in society.”

The court has summoned lawyers of the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and creators of the show on Thursday including Humayun Saeed, who also plays the lead role.

The petition was filed demanding the creators to come forward and publicly apologize for portraying Pakistani women as “greedy” and “selfish”.

“These characters are unrealistic: overtly beautiful and modern, but also astoundingly stupid. Only a man could write such a script,” says Television critic and journalist Mahwash Ajaz. 

Meray Pass Tum Ho

The series that ran from August 2019 to January, portrayed a woman who had an affair with a wealthy man while being married to someone who was not wealthy enough.

The show sparked a relatively new discussion on social media of whether a man should forgive his unfaithful wife or not? The writer of the show, Khalil-ur-Rehman was heavily criticized for his misogynistic storytelling.

We have reached out to ARY Digital for an official statement.

This is a developing story. 

Seems like the creators are now in hot waters. Have something to add? Leave a comment below of what you think.

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Every Child’s Life is Precious!

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Web Desk
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SADA Welfare Foundation is a charitable organisation that focuses on child health. It provides blood products and medicines to underprivileged young patients free of cost.

MoltyFoam takes it up a Notch with its All-New “Neckup by MoltyOrtho” App

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Web Desk
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The past few years have observed an exponential increase in corporate spending their time and money on cause-related campaigns. It is great to see that our local businesses also recognized their responsibility and are contributing to the well-being of people.

Master MoltyFoam came up with this innovative idea of billbeds and also campaigned for ‘women empowerment’ under the name “beti bojh nahi”. Master MoltyFoam also recognized the market gap and introduced a whole new range of best ortho mattresses called MoltyOrtho to help people with spine their health.

This time they came forward with an unspoken yet serious issue “Text Neck Syndrome”. They took a lead in Text Neck syndrome awareness and launched Pakistan’s first-ever posture correction app named “Neckup by MoltyOrtho”

We spend at least five hours of our day using our smartphones. The situation, in case of children, is rather alarming. It is believed that children between 6 to 13 years of age, on average, spend about 43 hours per week and about five to seven hours a day on phones. Regular use of smartphones in children is causing spinal degeneration and by the time they hit their 20s and 30s, degeneration of backbone is already set in.

Master MoltyFoam has taken it up a notch with Pakistan’s first posture correction app ‘Neckup by MoltyOrtho.’

As soon as it detects excessive use of the device, the app starts to send a notification to the screen on smartphones being used by children. These pop up can only be ended post entering the security code set by the parent.

For adults, the app can be set on an immediate, hourly or daily notification setting. Each time you are using your phone in an incorrect posture, the app blinks a warning as soon as it detects you beginning to develop Text Neck. Workable on the most ordinary of smartphones, it is absolutely user-friendly.

It’s important to bear in mind that the risks of Text Neck include:

  • Early degeneration of the spine
  • Altered spinal curvature
  • Chronic neck and back pain
  • Chronic headache
  • Disc related injuries
  • Possible back and spinal surgery

Prevention is better than cure. Use your smartphones to minimum. Watch out for the signs of Text Neck and stop immediately when you feel discomfort or pain in the neck. Do strengthening and stretching exercises for the muscles of the cervical spine. Eat well and sleep right. Moreover, with the help of Neckup by MoltyOrtho, you can keep Text Neck at bay.

Download App on Andriod (PlayStore):

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.molty.textneck

Download App on iOS (AppStore):

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/neckup-by-moltyortho/id1494091345

Pakistan’s First And Youngest Student, Aliza Ayaz Speaks At WUF By The UN Habitat

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Laiba Omer
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Pakistani student, Aliza Ayaz, participated at the World Urban Forum as the youngest speaker. She is also the first Pakistani to chair panels that will result in a declaration implemented by the UN habitat for causes such as urban redevelopment and has studied at Karachi Grammar School previously.

Aliza is the first Pakistani student to lead a Climate Action Society (CAS) affiliated with the University College London’s student union. The will to make a positive impact is what led her to the creation of Climate Action Society (CAS) which is a nonprofit student organization that revolutionized the Climate Action dialogue.

Aliza took it to her LinkedIn to express gratitude and said,

“I never thought it would be possible to be speaking at the United Nations at just twenty one-years-old for my work with the UCL Climate Action Society or to be on a stage with policy-making legends at the UN #WUF10, but it happened this morning.

Who would have thought that it is indeed possible to create an impact as still just a student – to deliver tangible positive social impact without even bachelors (4 more months!!) in my bag thus far, but here I am.

Alizay

I’ll never be so grateful for my seat at the table though that I forget to speak my truth, and I was thrilled to have the chance to speak candidly about how the youth can do better on the SDG stage. I was energized by the diverse set of professionals in the audience who knew exactly what I was talking about — and this panel was one of my favorites of all time.

I spoke about climate action in cities, delivering impact in regions of conflict and educating the youth for mobilization.

Thank you to Gary Sharkey Rangoonwala Foundation, for allowing me to take up this incredible opportunity, and to Zahra Shah, Sania Sufi & others for their moral support. Above all, a massive thank you to my parents who have inspired me at every instance, encouraging me to never stop.”

Aliza’s decision to develop CAS was driven by her passion for health and the environment. Not only that but Aliza has garnered more than 7000+ subscribers in CAS’ first three months.

Earlier, Baroness Young of Homsey invited Aliza Ayaz to House of Commons to have a discussion on climate change. The discussion greatly emphasized the fact that all genders, disciplines, and ethnicities need to come together in solving the problem and take necessary measures.

For more news and updates, stay tuned to Brandsynario.

realme Pakistan to Debut Year 2020 with an Exciting Device line-up this Month

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Pakistani youth’s most celebrated mobile brand realme is going to debut the year 2020 with its most affordable smartphone lineup this month.

February is arguably the most exciting month for smartphone launches.  The upcoming device is also going to be the first handset from realme to run on its own Realme UI that is based on ColorOS 7 running Android 10 operating system out-of-the-box bringing a fresh coat of paint and some nice upgrades over its predecessor.

The upcoming smartphone series is expected to bolster the company’s position in the entry-level smartphone market that is rapidly catching up in Pakistan. 2020 is going to be much bigger for realme, and the company will launch a bunch of new smartphones and IOT products.

Going forward, realme Pakistan aims to bring such devices in the market which will transform the company as the most preferred tech lifestyle brand of the youth in the country.

Since its entry into the Pakistani market 12 months ago, realme has already launched 9 products across different price segments from premium flagships to trendy mid-rangers, all designed particularly for the youth.

They are also gearing up for the launch of their latest additions in the classic realme series in the coming months. realme is proving it has planned an even steeper growth trajectory than its parent company through a targeted focus on the youth.

US Diplomat Alice Wells Inspired By Award-winning Pakistani Female Peacemakers

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Kinza Piracha
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On Wednesday, The United States Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells communicated that she was extremely inspired by the award-winning Pakistani female peacekeepers serving in the conflicting Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

“Inspired by Pakistani women serving with distinction in the UN peacekeeping mission in the DRC,” stated in a tweet posted on Wells behalf by the State Department’s Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs.

Alice Wells, in her tweet, applauded the first Pakistani all-female group of 15 harmony keepers who were awarded medals a week ago for their work performing a range of aids to the conflict-affected eastern DRC.

Initially this month, Pakistan’s female peacekeepers,  stationed with the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), were granted a UN medal at a ceremony in Adikivu in South Kivu, one of the regions of the central African country.

The squad of 15 female officers, who serve at the ranks of major and captain, have been posted in the war-torn country since June 2019.

The officers who have been awarded with the medals are psychologists, stress counsellors, vocational training officers, gender advisors, doctors, nurses, operations officers, information officers and logistics officers.

Our country has an extended history of sending its troops to various UN security missions and has also been known as one of the biggest supporters of troops and police for decades.

As claimed by the UN, Pakistani troops are presently assisting in seven UN operations, with the substantial majority of them deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Darfur region of Sudan and the Central African Republic.

Weather Update: Met Office Forecast Another Cold Spell From Feb 14

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Anusha Sachwani
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Weather in Karachi

This time around the cold has extended its stay in Pakistan, especially in Karachi.

If you’ve packed your winter wardrobe, there still is a possibility you might have to unpack as you will need a comfy sweater and a few things around because winter is here to stay!

February 12th, 2020: As reported by ARY News, the Met office has predicted cold and dry weather in certain parts of the country.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), from the 14th of Feb, a cold wave is expected without any rain in Pakistan.

In the city of Karachi, the temperature will likely hit 15 degree Celsius which is relevantly cold while it can get as hot as 31 degree Celsius later if in case temperature increases. However, cold breezy nights are expected.

In the city of Islamabad, light rainfall is expected, predicts the Pakistan Meteorological Department.

The upper and western regions of the country will remain cloudy. Northern Balochistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan, and Kashmir will experience snowfall and rain.

Other regions such as Skardu, Parachinar, Bagrote, Gupis, Astore, Hunza and Kalam remain the coldest with temperatures dropping as low as – 8 degrees.

January 28th, 2020: New spell of cold winds have entered Karachi. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast Karachiites will face cold and dry weather because of these winds.

According to PMD’s website, the minimum temperature recorded in Karachi today was 13.5 Degree Celsius. However, it is expected that the temperature will drop to as low as 9 degrees in the next 2 days.

Apart from that, PMD predicts cold weather in most parts of the country.


January 23rd, 2020: Karachiites will not be witnesses Spring anytime soon as the MET authorities have predicted a longer winter spell for the city.

According to the experts, chilly breeze only continuing until the mid of January, however this year, there’s a very good chance of it staying longer.

“The winter season will continue in the city till the end of the February,” these winds will extend the cold-weather season in the city.

If the cold winds persist in Karachi, we can expect to witness 8-10 degrees of temperature. On the other hand, Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted maximum temperature to reach 24 degrees Celsius today.

January 10th, 2020: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted another strong westerly weather system to enter western parts of Balochistan tonight.

Under the influence of this weather system, the weather department said, widespread rain with snowfall over the hills is expected in Balochistan on Saturday and Sunday.

Heavy rainfall is expected in Gwadar, Kech, Panjgur, Chagai, Quetta, Mastung and Kalat districts during the period, it added.

Rain is also expected in all districts of Sindh, including Karachi, between Saturday and Sunday.

January 2nd, 2020: The ‘City of Lights’ experienced chilly winds and drizzle the second day into the new year.

Karachi’s Korangi, SITE, Saddar, F.B. Area, and other localities received drizzling this morning.

In upper Sindh moderate to dense fog is likely to prevail in districts of Sukkur, Larkana, Rohri, Padian, and Jacobabad during the morning and night hours.

Many parts of the province are expected to feel dry and cold weather for the upcoming days.

On the other hand, Quetta and adjoining areas received the first snowfall of the new year!

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Director Sardar Sarfaraz had shared that the lowest temperature recorded in the city was 9°C in the current season.

Furthermore, Western winds from Iran are expected to enter from Balochistan from 3rd January, which is why rain is expected for both provinces.

School holidays were expected to be extended in Sindh due to the harsh weather conditions. However, schools have been re-opened after winter vacations came to an end.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Makes Grand Debut!

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Anusha Sachwani
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samsung galaxy z flip

Samsung has unveiled yet another wonder, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip! The Z Flip is the Korean tech titan’s second foldable device.

As compared to its predecessor (Galaxy Fold), the Z Flip has a glass screen, giving it a premium look and feel.

It also makes no noise when opened, can hold itself open in any position, has a strong hinge but not very easy to open with a single hand.

The Z Flip has a 1.1-inch OLED cover display that highlights notifications when the device is closed. On tap, you go to the application when you unfold.

Credits: The Verge

Also, another neat trick of the cover display is that it can be used as a viewfinder for the camera.

Credits: The Verge

Netflix Might Introduce New Wallet-Friendly Price Plan

The Galaxy Z Flip weighs 183 grams and is powered by Snapdragon 855 Plus processor, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.

It is dust-free and is equipped with a 10-MP front-facing camera while it has a 12-megapixel ultrawide and a regular 12-megapixel wide-angle camera at the back.

Credits: The Verge

The brand aims to officially launch the Galaxy Z Flip into the markets of the US and Korea on 14th February for a fixed price of $1,380 in purple and black.

They will eventually roll-out a gold variant as well.

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What do you think about the new Flip? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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YouTuber Irfan Junejo Quits Vlogging, Prioritizes his Mental Health Issues [Watch Video]

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Laiba Omer
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Irfan Junejo

On Monday, Famous YouTuber Irfan Junejo uploaded a 6-minute long video titled “I Quit” on his YouTube Channel. In the video, he expresses his concerns regarding his mental health as vlogging happens to induce anxiety and self-esteem issues for him.

The issues happen to surface with fame and popularity as a vlogger, leading him to be more anti-social.

He started off with his vlog saying, he doesn’t attend events, or award ceremonies anymore. If in case, he receives invites for podcasts, he profusely declines.

He also added, “I have stopped using Twitter, and I barely use my camera.”

“I don’t have any confidence left in me to make anything that I really want to make and I’m too scared to say what I really mean.”

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Junejo had earlier also missed Digital Pakistan, a high profile event.

However, Irfan ensured that he is not quitting YouTube but vlogs will no longer be his focus but in the future, if he feels like he needs to vlog again, he will.

Famous comedian, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh took it to his twitter to acknowledge that it was a smart move to quit. He tweeted:

“Would like to congratulate and appreciate @irfanjunejo for pretty much defining the Daily Vlog genre in Pakistan! What an amazing journey!

Smart to quit – you can’t pour from an empty cup bro, best to prioritize yourself and your mental health!

The era of daily vlogs is over.”

Twitter reacted to Junejo calling it quits

Others wished Mental Health issues must be recognized no matter at what point in life you might be

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Asim Azhar Gives Hania Aamir The Best Birthday Surprise Ever!

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Ariba Raza
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Picture Credit: Novera Arif

Asim Azhar sure knows how to win Hania’s heart (which he has done long time ago) but he aims to keep winning it everyday. Hania Aamir celebrated her 23rd birthday on 11th February 2020 and it seems like this was one of the best.

Her boyfriend, singer Asim Azhar decided to throw a surprise birthday for her and even invited her mom over! How sweet is that? Not just her mom but Asim also invited their closest friends!

The pictures and videos going viral on social media tell us how much fun they all had at Super Space, Karachi! We love how Asim decided to think out-of-the-box and not have a typical, glitzy birthday!

Check out these crazy, fun snaps from Hania Aamir’s 23rd birthday bash!

Asim Azhar threw her a ‘Stranger Things’ themed birthday party at Super Space, Karachi. However, Hania was totally unaware of where she was because Asim and friends had decided to blindfold her to the venue. Upon arriving at the venue and taking off her blindfold, the first thing Hania saw was her mother!

Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz were also present to make the event more fun and happening!

She really did not know where she was!

So much happiness! Could this get any better?

Although Hania’s birthday wasn’t at all fancy, but this clearly shows what really matters and makes birthdays so special. Of course, the company! So, what more do you need in life when you’re blessed with such loving friends and family?

For more news and updates, stay tuned to Brandsynario.

Netflix Might Introduce New Wallet-Friendly Price Plan

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Anusha Sachwani
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Netflix Plans
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Netflix is reportedly testing a new pocket-friendly price plan which is expected to cost almost half the current price of its basic package.

According to the reports, the new plan might cost around £2.99 a month in United Kingdom (UK) whereas it currently costs £5.99 per month.

However, it is also likely that this new plan might be mobile-restricted (or tablet) only, which means users may no longer be able to watch their favorite series on their TVs and computer screens.

Netflix plans on testing the new price-plan in Malaysia, India, and Indonesia. If they are successful, the company may just go ahead with the global release.

Best TV Shows on Netflix in Pakistan

If so, Netflix prices in Pakistan for the basic package may also see a significant change.

In a letter to shareholders, Netflix revealed:

In Q4, we launched a mobile-only plan in Malaysia and Indonesia (which we introduced to India in Q3 last year).

We’ve seen similar results with this plan driving incremental subscriber growth and improving retention.

We expect the mobile-only plan to be revenue-positive which will allow us to further invest in content to be enjoyed by our members and continue to feed the virtuous cycle.

They added:

We plan to continue to test adding this plan, as well as additional ideas in other countries around the world.

Because the plans will cost much less and will be restricted to certain devices, you can expect Netflix to stick to standard quality in place of HD.

What do you think about Netflix’s strategy to tackle more commuters?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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Senate Body Rules Youtube License Out of PEMRA’s Jurisdiction

JazzCash to Facilitate Payments for Green Crescent Trust

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Jazz

Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital communications company, recently concluded its annual flagship business events, Jazz Business Connects.

At these events, it signed contracts with several companies to provide them tailored digital financial services to help achieve better business outcomes. One such important signing was between Jazz and Green Crescent Trust, a non-profit organization in Sindh that focuses on education and development.

The contract was signed by Green Crescent Trust’s CEO, Zahid Saeed & Jazz’s Chief Enterprise Officer Syed Ali Naseer. As part of the agreement, Jazz Business shall provide a solution that enables the trust to collect fees from over 29,000 students through JazzCash as well as providing salary disbursement solutions for their staff.

Syed Ali Naseer expressed his views on the signing saying”

“We support Green Crescent’s vision to educate children across Sindh and are honored to facilitate them digitally by providing them a cost-effective way of managing their payments through JazzCash”.

Zahid Saeed said about the arrangement:

“We are looking forward to working with Jazz to streamline our financial operations for our network of more than 150 schools in Thar. We will be able to collect the nominal fee from our students as well as disburse salaries to our staff through this agreement“.

Jazz aims to reshape the way companies work by enabling them to take the leap towards digitalization. For this reason, it has entered various partnerships with big local names to assist them in achieving their goals.

University and ICT Research & Development Hub from Finland to train 1 million Pakistani students on Disruptive-Technologies

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The Federal Minister of Planning & Development – Asad Umar, chaired the signing ceremony of a historic MoU between the Kajaani University of Applied Sciences and Pakistan, to launch an initiative to train 1 million students on disruptive technologies like; Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IOT), Gaming-Tech, Health-Tech, etc.

This is the first and the largest ‘Mass IT Education Program’ in collaboration with a Government university and ICT research hub of Finland. It will be managed by prestigious institutions like the “Kajaani University of Applied Sciences”, Finland, “Allied ICT”, Finland and the Virtual University (VU) Pakistan, while also engaging regional and local partner – Vendor Junction and Integration Xperts (IX), in Pakistan to provide technical expertise.

The former Federal Minister of Information-Technology – Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui (MNA) also graced the occasion, accompanied by senior officials of the Ministry of IT & Telecom, CEO of Kajaani University Matti Saren, Rector of VU-Mr. Naeem Tariq, Delegates of Allied ICT Finland and Global Alliance, etc., while the CEO of Vendor Junction – Sayed Jawed also witnessed the signing ceremony, along with Mr. Umair Azam – Managing Director of Integration Xperts (Representative in Pakistan). All these stakeholders have been working hard for the last one year, to make this venture a reality.

Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui thanked the Kajaani University and Allied ICT Finland for their support and stated that: “This valuable initiative reflects Pakistan government’s commitment to enrich the economy with an additional qualified workforce of one million youngsters, educated on European professional standards, to learn special skill-sets. It will enable them to capitalize on the latest trends evolving in Information-Technology. With their globally recognized certifications, these fresh human-resources will strengthen Pakistan’s IT industry, by nurturing a wide range of technology start-ups. Pakistan will thus gain competitive-advantage in the global free-lance work-space, to become an attractive destination for international companies searching for qualified technology experts.”

The President & CEO of Kajaani University and Member ICT Finland – Matti Saren, said: The Economist Intelligence Report has declared Finland as the best country in the world for future skills-education, while the PISA research by OECD also ranks Finland as the best higher-education & training system in the world. Since Last year, Vendor Junction and Integration Xperts have been exploring ways to access the highest quality of mass-education, technologies and ideas. By following the proven system of Finland, millions of Pakistanis will now become highly-rated experts in the global business environment. The European enterprises are also being engaged to identify investment opportunities in this region, which promises great talents for building innovative businesses.

Anas Al Natsheh – Director of International Education Cooperation at Kajaani University said: Resourceful international collaborations and digital technologies are enabling accessibility to quality education across the globe, nurture innovations, new ideas and products. These collaborations serve as great platforms for knowledge-exchange, teaching and learning. Rapid advancement promises accelerated progress, especially for developing countries.

Jarmo Jarvenpaa, member of Allied ICT Finland and CEO of iSTOC stated: Digitalization is creating a whole new world of possibilities for growth. Partnerships are enabling new ways to attract investments and achieve agility for success. Working research institutes and local healthcare partners, Allied ICT has already executed a successful infectious-diseases program in Pakistan. Now we are implementing this international training program for nurses and healthcare workers, through mHealth education.

The experts involved in this initiative recognize that; AI, IoT, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Digital Networking, Gaming and Drone Technology, are essential skills for success in the global ICT market. Investing on quality incubation and commercialization centres with accredited certifications are needed to nurture local talent, start-ups, based on research, that can impact, sustainability and lives in society as a whole.

Malaysian Automotive Giant Proton to Open Assembly Plant in Pakistan

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Anusha Sachwani
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Malaysian automotive manufacturer Proton has the vision to sell affordable Malaysian vehicles in Pakistan by 2021.

To make their dream come true, the brand officiated a car assembly plant in March 2019 and has now started setting up the factory in Karachi.

The manufacturer eyes on starting production by the first half of the year 2021. Moreover, the agreement was reportedly finalized by PM Imran Khan and the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad on the 3rd and 4th of February, 2020.

According to a local website, many other aspects of the two countries’ relations were also discussed, specifically, the importance of the two nations in upholding the values of Islam on International forums and the general hardships faced by Muslims all around the world, such as Islamophobia and injustice regarding Muslim minorities in Western countries.

Talks of adding new PIA flights directly to Kuala Lumpur, the Capital city of Malaysia, were also heard at the meeting. We may see collaboration or news on aviation soon.

Source: Techjuice

Twitter Lauds Ahmed Ali Akbar’s Performance In Ehd-e-Wafa

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Kinza Piracha
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After winning the ‘Best Actor’ award at Washington DC South Asian Film Festival for his performance in a critically acclaimed Pakistani film ‘Laal Kabootar’ Ahmed Ali Akbar is now ruling the hearts of the masses with his performance in Ehd-e-Wafa.

His character of Shehryar has garnered a lot of attention amongst Akbar’s fans and there’s no surprise to the fact that he has made a place in the hearts of many.

The latest episode of Ehd-e-Wafa has a lot people falling in love with Ahmed Ali Akbar. The way Shehryar and Firdous sahab’s scene was portrayed – people admired both the characters a lot.

It was extremely emotional and how Shehryar took Firdous sahab to his office and made him sit on his seat was a great move that flaunted how much Shehryar valued and respected him.

The writer has very shrewdly added Firdous sahab in this present scenario since the viewers already had emotional attachment with him and his son.

Twitter users have lauded Akbar on hi performance. 

A lot of people have stated that Ahmed Ali Akbar is an underrated actor of this industry.

The chemistry between the friends paired with the way their scenes are written in the drama serial and executed has made the friendship of four come alive on screen.

It encapsulated the beauty of youth and carefree college days that we all miss. There is not doubt that the previous episode of Ehd-e-Wafa exhibited how well Ahmed Ali Akbar has performed his character.

Here’s the full episode of Ehd-e-Wafa

https://youtu.be/8Q_CFvrm3vI

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Actor Sajid Hasan Reveals He Wasn’t Ever Paid For Drama ‘Dhoop Kinare’

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Dunya News

Iconic writer Haseena Moin is a living a legend who ruled the golden days of television in Pakistan. With some of the most developed plots she has penned till date, Moin is still ruling the hearts of many.

The theatre adaptation of the play Ankahi is in the works and Dawar Mehmood is directing the drama serial for the stage, adapted by actor Sajid Hasan and Saqib Sumeer with Haseena Moin’s extensive support and permission.

In a press conference, actor Sajid Hassan has disclosed that he wasn’t ever paid for the PTV popular serial Dhoop Kinare.

I swear to God, I never received any payment for Dhoop Kinare,” told Hasan. To which Moin added that in the past, TV did not spend a lot of drama artists.

“We artists had no clue how much money we would be paid for a project,” she quoted.

Hasan played the role of Dr. Irfan in the popular drama serial along with acclaimed actor Marina Khan. He played the character of a jolly individual with a remarkable witty personality.

Moreover, while chatting about drama Ankahi while the ongoing press conference, drama writer Haseena Moin reported that when she approached actor Shehnaz Sheikh for the the lead role, she inquired Moin how much money she would get paid.

Moin also disclosed that it was later determined that half of Sheikh’s fee would be reimbursed from director Shoaib Mansoor’s own account.

“Shoaib decided that half of the money which the TV channel couldn’t manage would be paid from his own pocket,” she quoted.

However, later Moin learned from Sheikh that she returned Mansoor’s money as she loved playing her role in the drama serial.

The popular show starred famed actors like Shehnaz Sheikh, Salim Nasir, Jamshed Ansari, Badar Khalil, Qazi Wajid, Behroza Sabzwari, Javed Sheikh and Shakeel. Ankahi was directed by Shoaib Mansoor and was penned by Haseena Moin.

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