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PIA’s Official Supplies are Being Used at a Local Salon!

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A local salon owner in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Iqbal found himself in hot waters after it was discovered that Pakistan International Airlines‘ (PIA) official supplies were being used by him.

Tissue papers were found with the national courier’s symbol printed on them from the salon.

While explaining how he got his hands on these issues, the salon owner-reported shared that PIA employees sold him these tissues and had been doing so for a very long time.

They were being sold at Rs.500 per kilo as per ARY’s report.

On the other hand, a PIA spokesperson said that the airline’s administration will look into the situation as this incident has been taken into notice.

Furthermore, the representative added that strict action will be taken against the employees who were involved in this unacceptable act.

It was also found that a mafia is running and action has also been taken previously against them, many of them were fired.

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PIA Over the Moon as Legend Abida Parveen Flies via National Carrier

Safari Park opens a 400-Acres Kashmir Point to Attract Karachiites

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The latest edition to a very known picnic spot Safari Park is a 400-Acre Kashmir themed picnic area. This is to attract the picnickers from Karachi and the surrounding areas.

Mayor Karachi inaugurated the newly developed area at a very organized ceremony on Sunday evening with fellow citizens.

This picnic point is going to be a new go-to place for the citizens of Karachi who are deprived of places to relax or to have fun with family and friends.

Mayor Karachi expresses his delight on the newly constructed Kashmir Point, mentioning that Karachi Metropolitan Corporation is striving hard in providing recreational spots to Karachiites. The name Kashmir Point is also in terms of solidarity to the citizen of Kashmir.

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Mr. Waseem Akhtar gave another good news to the citizen about the renovation of Jheel Park. Over 12 acres of the given park has been renovated with a cost of Rs. 30 million and the remaining 5 acres will be utilized for children’s play area.

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Having limited resources and budget KMC is trying to get rid of encroachment at public places and the process of rebuilding and renovation financially draining.

The city of Karachi has always been treated as an abandoned child. Despite of being the top tax-payer in the country, there is merely a budget allocated for the city’s development and maintenance.  It’s high time that the government and responsible authorities start taking Karachi’s overall situation seriously.

Are you planning to visit Kashmir point any time soon? Share your thoughts in the comment below.

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Metropole Once Again Drowns in Sewage Water Creating Traffic Havoc!

18th November 2019: Club road is one of the busiest roads in town which connects to the main business centers of the city.

Also popular for having hotels, restaurants and aviation offices, it witnesses massive traffic on a daily basis. However, despite just being re-constructed, the road is yet again drowning in sewage water.

Once again, the sewage water made its way back on to the surface, causing massive problems to travelers.

Construction had started on Club Road early morning today to fix this issue. However, the closing of the road has caused massive traffic at different diversion points across the area.

It is advised travelers to map their routes accordingly.



4th November 2019: This is just in! A part of the road in front of the Metropole Hotel has a huge sinkhole in mid-day, just a while ago. After recent rains, we have been experiencing the worst situation of the roads.

Club road is one of the busiest roads in town and connects to the main business center of the city. Also, there are major landmarks and hotels on this street.

With rush hour approaches we might be experiencing extreme traffic jams. It’s advisable to take an alternative route from I.I Chundrigar, Sadar, and Shahra-e-Faisal.

Just two months ago the whole urban life of the city was standard. The city faced the worst municipal crisis in history. The whole infrastructure collapsed and the citizens were barely surviving.

As per the municipal budget 2018-2019, the city was allotted Rs.27 million for repair and development.

But we hardly see any maintenance or new development in the city. The mayhem caused by the rains exposed all the shortcomings of planning, management of the city. That is accommodating almost 8% of the country’s population alone.

This isn’t the first time when one of the major streets has been collapsed. Shahra-e-Faisal was drowned in just a few minutes’ rains and caused havoc.

After this incident, the city is in dire need of serious development and maintenance projects. For your assistance please take a look at the map before commuting to your desired location.

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Iman Ali Shares the Struggles & Success of MS Victims on Instagram

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Supermodel and star Iman Ali shared a heart-touching video on her Instagram which talked about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

MS is a medical condition that has a long-lasting impact on an individual’s mind, spine and optic nerves.

As a result, the victims are faced with problems including blurry visions, imbalance, fatigue, numbness (tingling), bladder problems, pain and spasms, and even sexual dysfunction.

The video Iman shared with hashtags #IntezaarNaKaro and #LetsBeatMS which are part of a larger campaign that aims to not only tell others about what MS is but to also spread awareness so that they are prepared accordingly.

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According to the most recent data, every 5 out of 100,000 Pakistanis from the age of 20-40 become victims of this disease.

However, the campaign very positively highlights that even though sometimes things get very difficult and sometimes it seems as failure is the only way forward, it’s not true.

Each MS victim is a warrior in his/her own way. They know that they cannot allow MS to control their lives and instead, they need to live it to the max without any regrets.

Social media is appreciating Iman Ali’s effort to spread awareness about this cause

Kudos to Iman Ali and the entire team behind Lets Beat MS for an outstanding iniative.

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Mira Sethi’s Low Key Wedding is an Inspiration for All

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Weddings are all about gathering your loved ones under one roof enjoying your big day with your future better half.

Recently, Actress and writer Mira Sethi who announced her engagement last year tied the knot with her long-time beau and fiancé Bilal Siddiqui in an intimate wedding ceremony in San Francisco, California.

Sethi took Instagram and announced her wedding with a heartfelt caption writing, “I did my own makeup, scooped my hair into a ponytail, and married the love of my life. Two weeks before the wedding, at Burning Man, I painted love of life’s nails while the love of life was asleep.

Love of life woke up, looked at the hand, smiled, and went on with his day. Two weeks later he strolled into a wedding venue with these nails. I love him, and here are some photos of this crazily delightful day.”

Soon after Sethi shared the heartwarming post, wishes began to pour for the newlyweds.

Mahira Khan and Adnan Malik sent their love

So did Ayesha Omer and Swinery 

Designer Nadia Farooqui and Stylist Rao Khan also wished the couple well.

Sethi was a very simple yet pretty bride and just like Naimal Khawar Abbasi – Sethi opted for an intimate affair with minimal makeup and a white but stunning dress.

The highlight of the wedding was a song by Ali Sethi at his sister’s wedding. 

It looks like celebrities are now opting for weddings that are intimate rather than grand affairs and we personally find that quite refreshing and inspiring. Saving cost on wedding and choosing for a small event can be the latest wedding trend.

what are your thoughts about the small simple weddings? Let us know below in the comment below.

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Saba Qamar’s Instagram Picture Lauded by Other Celebs, Here’s Why

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Saba Qamar is a powerhouse of talent. There are no two ways about it. She’s always been unapologetic – about almost everything. She’s always been on top of her game – every time.

Qamar is an epitome of elegance and style and with that hourglass body and the pool of talent, she has given countless women goals.

Her Latest Instagram post and the caption specifically on the post grabbed the attention of all the fans and celebrities.

Saba Qamar took Instagram to share her picture where she looks chic and classy. Qamar captioned the post, “Women who invest in themselves go further.” and we couldn’t agree more!

The starlet gained some attention after she shared the picture and a few of the renowned names lauded her.

Ayesha Omer praised Saba Qamar

So did Aamina Sheikh and Zahid Ahmed!

Praises, praises, and praises. 

More compliments poured Qamar’s way.

Pakistan’s leading lady Saba Qamar became the talk of the town after a jaw-dropping photoshoot which made hearts swoon all around.

The 35-year-old ‘Baaghi’ starlet’s latest shoot also set fire to the internet with her killer looks that undeniably prove the beauty queen stands undefeated.

So it looks like there’s no stopping her.

On the other hand, another one of her looks from the shoot where she looks like a vision in a white seamless gown also garnered the internet’s attention where she was criticized for a ‘un-Islamic’ image portrayed of the country.

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The Cheekh star goes the extra mile to look flawless and every time she strikes harder with her projects.

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Qamar is truly a style chameleon who has the masses falling in love with her. The actor will be appearing in Sarmad Khoosat’s directorial titled Kamli, which is tentatively set to release on Eid-ul-Fitr next year. But Saba is definitely vocalizing about female empowerment. A woman can go places if she believes in herself.

What do you think about this photo? Share in the comments below.

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Oxford University Invites Ambassador Ali J. Siddiqui to Address Politico-Economic Discourse on Pakistan

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Oxford University hosted a discussion on Pakistan’s relationship with the United States and its investment potential with Ambassador Ali J. Siddiqui, Pakistan’s Ambassador At-Large for Foreign Investment and former Ambassador to the United States.

The event hosted with Ambassador Siddiqui is a part of a series of talks designed to build cross-cultural dialogue and awareness by the Oxford South Asian Society. Previous talks from this series have hosted Rt. Hon. KP Sharma Oli – Prime Minister of Nepal and General Nasser Khan Janjua – former National Security Advisor of Pakistan among other notable leaders.

 Speaking to an audience of students, professors, and guests; Ambassador Siddiqui shared his personal experience and insights of serving in two key positions within the Pakistan Government. He shed light on his role as the Ambassador to the United States during an especially precarious period that followed President Trump’s New Year tweet against Pakistan, and the diplomatic efforts that eventually opened doors to a better mutual relationship.

The moderator acknowledged that many foreign policy experts have recognized Ambassador Siddiqui’s role in bringing Islamabad and DC closer in an exceptionally short period of time.

Speaking on his current role as the Ambassador At Large for Foreign Investment, Ambassador Siddiqui emphasized the Government’s efforts to manage Pakistan’s perception in the global business community. He said that Pakistan holds enormous investment potential that remains untapped.

Pakistan is improving its image as an investment hub and looks towards building stronger ties with the developing world. He stated that recent events including an investment of USD 240 Million by Hong Kong based Hutchinson Ports along with Pakistan’s 28 spot jump in the Ease of Doing Business rankings is indicative of growing investor confidence in the government.

An in-depth Q&A session followed to further understand geopolitical sensitivities from the lens of Pakistan Government. The event closed with a note of thanks to the Ambassador and a reiteration of its commitment to holding meaningful dialogues with pan-regional stakeholders to drive understanding and empathy across borders by the Oxford South Asian Society.

Hareem Farooq Threw The Best Grand Dholki For Imran Kazmi!

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Pakistani film producer, Imran Raza Kazmi who rose to fame with the romantic comedy Janaan, got nikahfied on November 10th in a small gathering of close friends and family.

The nikah was only a one-day affair followed by all the festivities of any desi shahdi. Before the wedding shenanigans begin, Hareem surprised her dear friend and his bride with a popping dholki!

The function was lit filled with celebrities like Saboor Ali, Uzair Jaswal, Usman Khalid Butt, Ali Rehman Khan and many more.

The producer took Instagram to share his affection for actress Hareem Farooq and Imran Khalid stating, “It will be really hard to top the surprise dholki arranged by @hareemfarooq and @imrankhalidb. You guys including everyone who came and was part of it are awesome.”

Here’s another short clip from the grand dholki

Ali Kazmi and Hareem Farooq are grooving on the beat at the event!

Over here we have Osman Khalid Butt with the newlyweds! 

Here’s a mandatory selfie at the grand dholki 

Below are a few more pictures of Hareem Farooq and Imran Raza Kazmi at the event 

After the grand dholki organized by Hareem Farooq and Imran Khalid, we’d like to show you some of the Nikah pictures too!

Over here, we have the couple signing away the nikah naama

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Over here we have the couple all smiles. 

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Here’s the crazy trio Hareem Farooq, Ali Rehman Khan and Osman Khalid Butt at Imran’s wedding! 

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Pretty ladies! Hareem Farooq and Saadia look like a vision in this still shot. 

Imran Kazmi is the founder of IRK Films, under which his first film Siyaah was released in 2012. Siyyah went on to win the Best Screenplay Award in the 1st ARY Film Awards in 2014.

Moreover, Imran’s crime comedy, Parchi, became the first Pakistani movie to be released in Saudi cinemas. Kazmi’s last release was Heer Maan Ja, starring Hareem Farooq and Ali Rehman once again.

We wish the newlyweds all the happiness!

Celebrity Couples Who Made Things Official In 2019!

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Some couples welcomed bundles of joy this year, couples that called it quits, and new couples that no one saw coming. For some stars, 2019 is marked by another milestone – settling down.

We listed down the couples who decided to settle down with each other this year and live their fairy-tale happily ever after!

Hamza Ali Abbasi and Naimal Khawar 

There is no denying that Hamza Ali Abbasi and Naimal Khawar have become everyone’s favorite couple since they tied the knot, and people are lately obsessing over them.

 

Hamza Ali Abbasi tied the knot with artist Naimal Khawar Khan on August 25th and the couple’s reception was held on August 26th in a simple yet elegant nikkah ceremony.

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Photographer Maha Wajahat Khan shared many moments from the happy occasion that were heartwarming.

After their wedding, the two soared across Spain and Paris, every single picture turned heads and went viral on social media.

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The couple is always seen sharing beautiful moments together and people could not help but respond with hashtag #couplegoals. We wish them both the best in the future and oh they’ll have such cute babies!

Yasir Hussain And Iqra Aziz 

Yasir Hussain proposed to Iqra Aziz in a very public way. At the 18th edition of the Lux Style Awards on Sunday, Hussain went down on one knee and popped the question to his long-time girlfriend, Iqra.

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Salaam . Yeh tasweeren Feb mai hui baat pakki ki hain . Mangni aap log angoothi pehnany ko kehty hain toh woh sari dunya k samny kia . Lekin aap logon ne meri zindagi ko subject bana k study karna shuru kar dia hai us se aap logon ki faraghat bhari zindagi ka bakhoobi andaza ho raha hai. Doston I’m in love and alhamdulillah I’m happy . Aap log Khush ho ya Jal k kukkar ban jao , dil mai bura samjho ya Pagal ho k Sarak pe nikal jao . Mai ne ab tak bhi apni zindagi apni marzi se guzari hai aur aagy bhi aisy hi karonga. Khushyon mai shareek hona seekhen .. Khush rahengy . Love you all ❤️ Aur awards pe iqra is liye Heran thi k usy nahi pata tha k mai itny logon k samny usy angothi pehnaonga . Ps : @zaranoorabbas.official aur @asadsidofficial ab tum woh phoolon gajron wali pics na hi nikalna warna log khaengy shadi bhi Feb mai gi ho gai thi 🤣 awaam full spy mood 🕵🏼‍♂️ mai chal rahi hai

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While on-air or public proposals might not be everyone’s cup of tea, you can’t deny that a celebration of love hits you right in the feels!

Furthermore, in her latest Instagram post, the 21-year-old Suno Chanda actor shared an endearing photo of herself with her beau Yasir Hussain accompanied with a heartfelt caption. “I’ve never met a man as supportive as you my love,” she said.

The couple also took a trip to the US in October. They also visited Universal Studios in Orlando. The duo kept their fans updated by posting holiday snaps regularly on their social media.

Their magical vacation to Disneyland was also just another reason for the loving fans to be over the moon!

Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly

You can’t fake this kind of chemistry, folks. While some actors pretend to be in love with their TV partners, this lucky couple had the chance to share romantic screen time with each other.

The reel life couple turned real-life couple, Ahad Raza Mir and Sajal Aly exchanged rings in June.

The onscreen chemistry for the Yakeen Ka Safar duo has transformed into an offscreen romance and we couldn’t be happier for this power couple.

The couple is currently working on their ongoing project Yeh Dil Mera which is a romantic thriller and while there is still a lot there that is confusing, we can only wait for the more episodes to come to a conclusion!

Sania Shamshad and Hidayat Syed

Sania Shamshad is among those Pakistani actresses who began their career as a TV show host and then with time moved ahead with acting. She recently tied the knot with Hidayat Syed and looked like a queen on her big day.

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-July 24th 2019 The day I got tied in a knot with this man. Untill a few months back, I didn't know I'll be blessed with someone like him. I have never felt so safe, so loved, so owned, and so happy. I am lucky to have him in my life. He showed me what integrity actually means, he showed me what love really is, he showed me what happiness can do to you. I am grateful to have him in my life, and I hope n pray that we stay together through every thick and thin of life. Here's to us, here's to our journey and here's to our love. Forever yours. Make up and hair: @hifsa.khan.salon Wardrobe: @samsaracouturehouse Jewellery: @samreenvance Event by: @uzman_events Photography: @mehars_studio @zaibalviphotography @ssphotography_official

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At her reception, Shamshad looked like she’s walked out of a fairy-tale movie and the glow on her face couldn’t go unnoticed.

Shamshad is currently working on drama serial Rishtay Biktay Hain which has garnered popularity amongst the masses. 

The Jab Tak Ishq Nahi Hota actress was a beautiful bride and her wedding came off as a surprise for the masses.

Iman Ali and Babar Bhatti

Pakistani model turned actor Iman Ali tied the knot with Babar Bhatti on the 21st of February 2019 in Lahore. The couple together looked like a vision and the masses simply loved the constant social media updates of the wedding.

The model’s mehndi and nikkah ceremonies were held together and photos of the event took the social media by storm. Iman Ali was an epitome of grace and the stunning bride had a ball at her event with her sisters and friends.

The pair had their reception after a couple of days and the duo looked stylish and classy at their big day.

Amna Baber and Zahid Noon

The Pakistani model tied the knot with Zahid Noon and the couple looked adorable together. Despite the current trend of grand weddings, Amna Baber decided to keep her wedding a private affair.

This model had a quiet ceremony where she donned a light neutral dress for the nikkah with a green dupatta. Amna topped that off with gold jewelry to go with her popping highlighter, while Zahid Noon kept it classic with a white shalwar kameez and black blazer.

Hassan Ali and Samiya Arzoo

Hasan Ali and Samiya Arzoo tied the knot in Dubai and it was truly a royal affair! The bride was spotted in a traditional red lehenga while Hasan donned a crimson turban and a designer black sherwani.

Ali is the fourth Pakistani cricketer to marry an Indian girl. While the bride has Indian roots and works as a flight engineer for Emirates Airlines in Dubai, Hasan’s home is in Sialkot.

All eyes were on them at the Nikkah ceremony:

In a press conference, Ali was asked about where he’d settle post marriage; he made it clear that he would continue living in his hometown of Gujranwala.

Imad Wasim and Saniya Ashfaq

Pakistan’s cricket team all-rounder Imad Wasim tied the knot with a UK based Pakistani girl, Saniya Ashfaq.

Imad Wasim’s Nikkah ceremony with Saniya Ashfaq was held at the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. It was a simple ceremony with just family.

 

The all-rounder’s marriage took place just days after Hassan Ali’s wedding to Samiya Arzoo in Dubai.

Imad Wasim’s valima function was held in Islamabad. Imad was dressed in dusk gold sherwani while his wife donned a red and gold dress.

Salman Faisal and Neha Malik 

The Dil Mom Ka Diya actor Salman Faisal, son of famous actress Saba Faisal, tied the knot with a beautiful damsel named Neha Malik in February.

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The couple looked stunning and the wedding was a grand affair.

Ali Xeeshan and Myrah Khan

Xeeshan had a beautiful reception in Islamabad as he tied the knot with journalist Myrah Khan and it was evident that the newly-weds had a ball at their wedding!

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Just look at them stealing our hearts!

Based on all the pictures of the event flooding social media, the designer went all out with tradition. Especially with his sherwani, turban and all. Meanwhile, his wife Myra donned a blush pink and gold ensemble.

Imran Raza Kazmi and Saadia Kazmi 

Producer Imran Raza Kazmi Got Married to Sadia just recently and we’re over the moon! The DOP looked amazing at the event. Some of his renowned work includes movies like Janaan, Heer Maan Ja and Parchi.

Though the event was low-key, the producer’s close friends and stars Hareem Farooq, Osman Khalid Butt, and Ali Rehman Khan were in attendance. Although, from the pictures and videos, it appears that they had a blast.

We wish all of the above couples the happiest life ahead. Which is your fav couple? Lets us know!

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Laurent Simons: 9 Year Old Getting His Bachelor’s Degree!

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Laurent Simons is an extraordinary 9 year old boy from Belgium, studying Electrical Engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE).

Laurent’ Bachelors degree will be completed this year in December.

He then plans to join a PhD program in electrical engineering while also studying for a medicine degree, his father told CNN.

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While the staff calls him “simply extraordinary”, here’s what his parents have to say:

“We thought Laurent’s grandparents were exaggerating when they said he had a gift, but his teachers soon concurred. They noticed something very special about Laurent.”

Laurent’s teachers have tried hard to understand the depth of his talents through test upon test, and say that his ability to grasp new information is so remarkable that he is like a sponge.

The TUE has allowed Laurent to complete his course faster than other students.

Here’s what Sjoerd Hulshof, education director of the TUE bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, said in a statement:

 

“That is not unusual. Special students that have good reasons for doing so can arrange an adjusted schedule. In much the same way we help students who participate in top sport.”

“Laurent is the fastest student we have ever had here,” he said. “Not only is he hyper intelligent but also a very sympathetic boy.”

 

Laurent’s parents like to pay great emphasis to letting him enjoy life while he works on his special talents.

“We don’t want him to get too serious. He does whatever he likes,” said his father. “We need to find a balance between being a child and his talents.”

When asked, Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, and wants to develop artificial organs when he grows up.

This little boy is surely a marvel; here’s hoping his talents are directed and used for good, noble causes.

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PIA Over the Moon as Legend Abida Parveen Flies via National Carrier

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Pakistan International Airways is ecstatic as the Sufi legend Abida Parveen flies through the national airlines from Islamabad to Karachi.

PIA shared a really sweet tweet on its official Twitter account sharing the moment with the audience. The onboard staff was over the moon on the presence of the legendary singer and didn’t hesitate to take tons of selfies with her.

The national airline is recovering from a very strenuous financial crunch and trying to bounce back to its former glory.

The official account of Pakistan International Airlines is a really good source for all the latest updates and promotions from the airways.

Read how the airline expresses its happiness in their official tweet.

Also, PIA is offering a 50% discount on advance booking of excess luggage on domestic and international flights.

There are many more discounts and promotions from PIA and you need to check out their official social media accounts for all the details.

Etihad and PIA Launches Codeshare Deals

The national carriers of Pakistan and UAE have joined hands to bring “Codeshare Deals” to their consumers. The airlines will publish and market the same flights on the route of Pakistan to UAE or vice-versa.

The codeshare flights are now open for booking and the first flight will operate on November 26th. Nausherwan Adil, the chief commercial officer of PIA expressed his delight in the development while saying that it’s a great opportunity.

“The relationship between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates has always been a strong one and we feel proud to be working closely with our friends at Etihad Airways.”-By Adil

Etihad and PIA have previously signed the deal in October 2016 and now this will be the second phase of the same deal.

Etihad has been operating in Pakistan since 2004, November and currently operates two daily flights from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad, a daily service to Karachi and 11 weekly flights to Lahore.

PIA, on the other hand, has been in service for three decades now and serves seven weekly flights each from Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar. This is great news for all the frequent travelers of the UAE and Pakistan.

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Monal Restaurant Islamabad to be Shut Down by Pakistan Army?

Monal Restaurant Islamabad

In a shocking twist, Islamabad’s famous hill-top eatery ‘Monal’ might be shut down by Pakistan Army.

The reason behind this sudden decision comes from a claim that the restaurant is constructed on a portion of land which belongs to the Pakistan Army.

Reportedly, the army has claimed to 5,500 acres of land on which the restaurant is constructed. This land is a part of the Margalla Hill National Park.

Furthermore, Shahid Mahmood of the Capital Development Authority has reportedly briefed the National Assembly on Climate Change on Wednesday about the situation.

He shared that the CDA was unaware it was constructing the Monal restaurant on army land.

Monal Restaurant is built in the center of the Margalla Hills National Park. Asides the 5,500 acres that were allotted to the Pak army by the government of Punjab, the remaining 16,000 acres of land is the property of CDA.

Moreover, committee chairperson Munaza Hassan raised an intriguing question about the fact that Margalla Hill National Park was constructed to preserve and protect wildlife and the environment. So how did Monal get permission to be established in the first place?

Chairperson Munaz Hassan demanded member planning to ask CDA to submit the details of the construction of Monal on protected land.

As per documents, CDA had leased the land to a private party for the construction of the restaurant in 2006. The agreement was set for 15 years with a yearly amount of Rs3.12 million.

We have now to see what the fate of Monal Restaurant Islamabad will be.

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Karachi: Billboards to be Taken Down in 24 Hours

karachi billboards

During a meeting on Wednesday, the commissioner of Karachi announced that all billboards across the city will be taken down in 24hours.

This meeting was lead by Commissioner Iftikhar Shalwani, members of the local government and administration were present during it.

Furthermore, Shalwani added that these billboards have ridden the metropolis of its beauty and they are illegal and have been installed without taking permission.

Just last month, the Supreme Court had passed an order to remove billboards from public properties across the nation.

This order was also applicable on cantonment areas, on the land of government offices, and in housing societies.

However, these illegal billboards have once again surfaced across Karachi.

The commissioner ended with a statement saying that these billboards will be removed and non-compliance will lead to strict action.

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New Survey Reveals Karachi is The Worst City to Drive in!

For people who drive in Karachi, this might not come as too big a news. However, it is still a bad news for the citizens of Karachi.

According to a new French-based survey that has been recently released, Karachi is one of the worst cities to drive in.

Taking three major factors into consideration (infrastructure, safety and costs), the survey has a list of 100 global cities’ ranking to determine which were the best, and worst, locations for drivers.

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Not surprisingly, Karachi ranks at number five. Mumbai topped the list while Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia came second and Kolkata, India third.

In the same study, Karachi ranks at number three on the list of cities with the most incidents of road rage. Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, topped the list while Moscow, Russia came second.

Many agree that driving, on its own, isn’t that frustrating but driving particularly in Karachi can really bring out the worst in people.

 

Let’s hope that authorities and civilians both work together and abide with the law to improve this situation in Karachi and make this city a better place to live, breathe and drive in.

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Hamza Ali Abbasi Says ‘Goodbye’ to Entertainment Industry to Spread Love & Harmony through Islam

Hamza Ali Abbasi

Hamza Ali Abbasi has announced his retirement from Showbiz. The actor had been dropping hints on his social media way before the official announcement.

Hamza made this announcement through a 30-min long video explaining every bit of his decision to his fans. He also mentioned that he will only work in projects that include the message of Islam.

He also shared his journey from being an Atheist to a believer and how things took a positive turn after the change of paths.

After the video was released on the actor’s YouTube channel it went viral on all the social media platforms with thousands of fans reacting on this news. Watch the video yourself.

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Before this final goodbye, Hamza had sent his fans in a state of curiosity before with his tweet which suggested he might be quitting the entertainment industry. The actor took to his Twitter account to announce a massive piece of information in which he wrote he will be making a major announcement by the end of October.

His acting career has been almost a decade long, which is probably what the actor was hinting towards in his Twitter message. He appeared in super hit dramas like Pyarey Afzal and Mann Mayal, currently, he is appearing in Alif.

The star did a number of movies also that includes Jawani Phir Nahi Anni, Main Hon Shahid Afridi and JPNA 2. Now, the cat is already out of the bag we can’t react to the news at the moment.

Though his fans are actually supporting his decision.

The sadness is evident but they still support Hamza’s decision.

 

Naimal Khawar also bid farewell to her acting career before she married the Alif star. The Legend of Muala Jutt will be his last film. We support Hamza Ali Abbasi in his decision and wish him all the very best for his future. He is an inspiration for his fans and will continue to inspire many.

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Nike is Pulling Out its Products from Amazon!

Nike and Amazon

Nike is not going to sell its products on Amazon anymore after two years of partnership this decision came as a shock for loyal customers.

The sportswear giant has taken this decision after Amazon was not able to track down fake Nike products on the platform.

Also, Nike is focusing on the direct customer experience that has been a part of their strategy from 2017.

Initially, the brand gave a limited number of products for the e-commerce platform as a part of the pilot.

As per the international media publication, Nike is now reluctant to sell its product on any third party platform other than Amazon. The brand is more focused on selling the product directly, enhancing the buyers’ experience. Platforms use for selling will be its own website, app or physical stores. Nike confirmed the news of the withdrawal in a statement given to the private publication.

“As part of Nike’s focus on elevating consumer experiences through more direct, personal relationships, we have made the decision to complete our current pilot with Amazon Retail.”

The brand will continue the pilot tenure with Amazon. The brand has always raised its concern about fake or replicas present on Amazon. This is the same reason Birkenstock, a famous sandal maker withdraw its product from the platform. Nika and Amazon were in talks for weeks before both come to the term of this partnership.

As per the survey by Morgan Stanley (an investment banking company), shared Nike to be the most purchased clothing brand on Amazon in 2017. With immense reach and trillions of loyal customers, Nike doesn’t need Amazon to hype its sell, but this may be negative news for Amazon. Nike’s selling halt will affect other brands’ decisions.

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After Lahore, the Air Quality of Karachi is Also Declining!

karachi traffic jam

News about the #LahoreSmog has been all over social media since the past few weeks.

Lahore has been enveloped in pollutants while government officials continue to blame Indian farmers for the recent spell of smog.

It got so bad that the smog levels in Lahore crossed 550 on the air quality index, while the threshold for hazardous level of air quality is 300. Lahore’s air quality is currently equal to smoking 22 cigarettes a day!

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The index warned that the air in Lahore is hazardous to breathe, especially for young children.

However, the problem isn’t limited to Lahore anymore; it has reached Karachi, too.

Karachi was already not in a very good position in terms of air quality. A report published last year said the air in Karachi was unhealthy for sensitive groups.

Here’s what the report said:

According to the statistics provided by the independent air quality monitors et up by the Pakistan Air Quality Initiative community, all cities measured in Pakistan exceed safe levels for air quality recommended by the National Environmental Quality Standards for Ambient Air by the Environmental Protection Agency in Pakistan (PK-EPA).

This air quality may result in serious health effects, aggravating lung and heart diseases and causing respiratory effects in the general population.

Lahore has the worst air quality, with only 2 days of good air quality in 2017, where smog has become a ‘fifth season’.

“Similarly to fog, pollutants in the air are trapped within the temperature inversion layer close to the ground,” explained Abid Omar, founder of the Pakistan Air Quality Initative. “This build-up of pollutants is hazardous to health during the winter months from October to December. Citizens are advised to take precautions to avoid exposure to this dangerous air.”

Here is where Karachi currently lies in terms of air quality:


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Karachi Water Crisis: PTI to Install a Desalination Plant!

Karachi Water Desalination Plant

Good news for Karachiiets, PTI is about to install a water desalination plant near sea view to provide cleaning drinking water.

This news came in just after a member of PTI announced their plans for the installation of a water plant for the residence of Clifton and Defence.

The plant will cost around Rs.7 billion as per the MNA Aftab Siddique and the process of installation will begin in two months.

The vicinity around Defence and Clifton has been suffering since the start as tap water contains salts and extremely hazardous for health. This desalination plant will remove all the impurities and salt from the seawater to turn it into fresh drinkable water. This plant will provide water to a bigger chunk of residents, also the citizens visiting Sea View.

During the announcement one of the spokesman from PTI, Khurram Sher Zaman also criticized Sindh Government for not taking any measurements to cope with the water crisis in the city. It’s been more than a decade that the city has been suffering from the water crisis and nothing has been done to overcome the shortage.

Citizens are not just deprived of clean drinking water but many areas don’t even have water supplies at all. This problem hasn’t surfaced overnight but no proper planning and development of new projects have exaggerated the impact.

As per a UN report, Pakistan will be deprived of water if no measurements are taken to prevent water resources. This news of the installation of a desalination plant is a blessing for the citizen. We wish more of such steps are taken by the government to overcome the shortage.

What do you think of this development? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Kartarpur Corridor: Ahad Raza Mir is Looking for This Driver to Thank Him!

ahad raza mir

The way Prime Minister Imran Khan has accommodated the Sikh pilgrims by opening the Kartarpur Corridor for them and facilitating them with visas has won many hearts.

Khan has been praised and lauded both locally and internationally, so much so that posters of him were put up in Amritsar to celebrate his gesture of kindness.

Lately, one of the most charming Pakistani actors, Ahad Raza Mir took to his Twitter account to start a search for a very special driver. The driver, Saddam Hassan, was escorting Sikh pilgrims to Kartarpur, and an Indian journalist decided to record him.

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Since then, his warm and welcoming attitude is making him go viral over the web.

Hassan is being hailed as a hero and ambassador of peace for welcoming the pilgrims from across the border so beautifully with open arms.

Take a look at what Ahad said:

 

“This is what every Pakistani feels and stands for: Compassion, humanity and peace,”

“Can anyone help me get Saddam’s contact details? Want to meet and thank him for being such a good ambassador of our country.”

 

The Indian journalist, named Ravinder Singh, has a huge smile on his face as he records the video and asks Hassan how he’s feeling about the Pakistani government’s gesture.

Here’s what Hassan says in response:

“I don’t think you are as happy as me,” Hussain replied smiling, “The way my eyes have welled up with tears. I am very happy.”

“Seeing you all, I have that feeling that one has when one go for Hajj. This is the same experience for you,”

In a world so full of hatred and discrimination, stories like this really make us feel like there is some hope for humanity left.

We hope Ahad can get hold of the kind young man and thank him the way he’s been wanting to.

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Instagram Reels vs TikTok: Which App will Emerge as the Winner?

reels vs tiktok

TikTok needs no introduction. It is the world’s most popular and famous lip-sync dubbing application that was won hearts across the universe.

On the other hand, ‘Reels’ is a new feature brought forth by Facebook for Instagram Stories. To be more specific, Reels is a video editing tool that can be used to make 15-second videos.

Although everyone has been calling out Reels for copying TikTok, the Facebook-owned application thinks otherwise.

In a statement, Instagram shared:

No two products are exactly the same, and at the end of the day, sharing video with music is a pretty universal idea we think everyone might be interested in using. The focus has been on how to make this a unique format for us… Your Friends are already on Instagram. I think that’s only true of Instagram.

https://youtu.be/UH7WG7rcsko

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For the time being, Reels has only been released in Brazil to test the feature for other markets.

Instagram had done something similar when they had introduced Instagram Stories which people called out for being a copycat of Snapchat Stories.

However, the real question is will Instagram be able to give serious competition to TikTok with this new tool?

One thing is for sure that the feel of content, due to their different structures is definitely different from one another.

Time will tell which app dominates in the longer-run.

What do you think?

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