The iPhone tax schedule from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has been modified. Given that these luxury phones continue to be expensive in foreign markets, it is not surprising that these taxes are still relatively high.
Here are the most recent iPhone PTA taxes on CNIC from iPhone 5 to iPhone 14 series:
iPhone 5 Series – 7,843
iPhone 6 Series – 40,000
iPhone 7 Series – 98,088
iPhone 8 Series – 110,311
iPhone SE 2020 – 64,801
iPhone SE 2022 – 60,982
iPhone X – 115,298
iPhone XR – 95,685
iPhone XS -121,973
iPhone XS MAX – 124,562
iPhone 11 – 99,733
iPhone 11 Pro – 122,982
iPhone 11 Pro Max 123,838
iPhone 12 118,802
iPhone 12 Mini 116,037
iPhone 12 Pro – 129,531
iPhone 12 Pro Max – 122,822
iPhone 13 Series -130,000 to 150,000
iPhone 14 Series – 145,000 to 155,000
However, keep in mind that these taxes are subject to regular revision. They are also approximations because different market sources give varying prices for the same phone. For people registering these iPhones on their CNIC and passport, PTA has maintained two distinct tax regimes. You can see from the table below that you can pay less in taxes if you register your iPhone using your passport rather than your CNIC. This is due to the government’s desire to assist Pakistanis living abroad. However, those Pakistanis who live in Pakistan and have travelled before can also use this resource.
You can register your iPhone using your passport rather than your CNIC if you have recently returned from an international trip.
Here are the previous PTA taxes on iPhones on Passport:
iPhone 11 -79,167
iPhone 11 Pro – 100,302
iPhone 11 Pro Max – 101,080
iPhone 12 – 96,502
iPhone 12 Mini – 93,989
iPhone 12 Pro – 109,248
iPhone 12 Pro Max – 109,248
iPhone 13 Mini -108,979
iPhone 13 – 108,979
iPhone 13 Pro – 108,979
iPhone 13 Pro Max – 108,979
iPhone 14 – 107,706
iPhone 14 Plus – 107,706
iPhone 14 Pro – 115,751
iPhone 14 Pro Max – 115,751
We hope you found this updated information helpful. Let us know if revised PTA taxes will stop you from buying an iPhone.
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Finally, the time has come for you to surprise your partner. But have you prepared his Valentine’s Day surprise yet? You must use this wonderful opportunity to express your love to your mate before it is too late, therefore hurry before it is too late. What then is holding you back from moving forward? Well, if you are running out of ideas, don’t worry. The top methods to surprise your Valentine on this particular day are listed in this post. So, let’s get going.
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1. Give Them A Handwritten Note
You don’t believe that handwritten notes are obsolete, do you? Because they are so uncommon, they are valued. This is your chance to leave a lasting impact. Make a list of everything you enjoy about them, express your gratitude to them for all the times they have stood by you, and list all the silly things you two do together that make you laugh. Create emojis, make miniature drawings, and add plenty of kisses. The note can be kept in their drawer, pillow, or somewhere else that they won’t see right away. We assure you that they will treasure it no matter how you believe you sound.
2. Catch A Show Of Their Favorite Band
You probably have a favorite song that perfectly captures your special bond and a favorite band that writes songs with you in mind. Find out if the band is playing in your city or a nearby city, whether you and your partner enjoy the same band or other ones. Purchase tickets, act like you have other plans, just like in the game, and then surprise them. The excitement of seeing your favorite band live with your significant other is the kind of experience that tends to stick in one’s mind for a very long time.
3. Organize A Short Trip
You must choose a location. The ideal is a wonderful, peaceful area outside of the city. To avoid traffic and enjoy the breeze in your hair while traveling, leave early in the morning. As soon as you arrive, limit the ceremonies to the absolute minimum. Focus on the two of you and ignore the city and your everyday tasks. They would undoubtedly appreciate all the work you put into it as a result of this. Not to mention, it is definitely Instagram-worthy. The sole consideration is that it shouldn’t be overly packed. To avoid last-minute rushes and price increases, this kind of vacation must be reserved in advance.
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4. Re-Create Your First Date
Bring it back to the starting point! Go back to the location of your first date (or simply recreate the “feel” if you’ve since moved away) and reflect on how far you’ve come from that nerve-wracking first evening. Dinner and a movie are classics for a reason, despite the fact that they may appear simple. In addition, when was the last time you left the couch to watch a movie in a theatre?
5. Enjoy Some Romantic Stargazing
Is there a more romantic activity than gazing at the stars as a couple? To remain warm, bring blankets and a thermos of hot cocoa.
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6. Eat Breakfast in Bed
As they say, the route to someone’s heart is through their stomach. Make some waffles or pancakes and dress them up with strawberries and whipped cream. Even some chocolate syrup can be used. With some toast, scramble some eggs and make a delicious cheese omelet. Above all, remember to drink your morning coffee! When it’s finished, put the meal, some roses, and a sweet letter on the bed tray.
7. Slow Dance to Your Song
Don’t we all have music that conjures up our first romantic encounter? Remember the early days when you were both jittery and giggly and holding hands gave you the jitters while also making you feel warm and cozy? Oh, those wonderful days! Play your song and slow dance to it to get them back.
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8. Stay in Bed All Day (& Night)
Do you frequently feel as though you are drifting apart? There is this gap that continues getting wider when you try to communicate and connect because there just appear to be too many other things to do, such as running a household and having demanding careers. Now re-connect! This Valentine’s Day, skip all the chores, take the day off, and spend the afternoon and evening in bed. Talk, hug, slander, laugh, and do a lot more *wink wink*. The difference will be apparent right away.
9. Get a Couples Massage
One of the most popular services at opulent spas all around the world is a couples massage. What could be more romantic than cuddling up next to your spouse, significant other, or dating partner in the most tranquil setting? If a full-body massage isn’t your cup of tea, consider a relaxing foot massage, in which a professional will stroke your feet. You might also learn how to give each other a sensual, calming massage for a more private date.
10. Watch the Sunset
You don’t have to be on a distant tropical island to enjoy a beautiful sundown across the horizon. A beautiful sunset can be seen right in your own town. A clear view is all you require. When dusk falls, you and your partner can frequently stroll to the field across from our home, sit down on a seat, and watch the sun slowly sink below the horizon. It is merely peaceful.
So, what will you and your partner be doing this Valentine’s day? Let us know in the comments below.
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On Monday, today, the region was shaken by one of the largest earthquakes to hit Turkey in more than a century, which caused buildings to collapse and citizens to flee onto the streets, killing at least 200 people in two nations. The 7.8-magnitude earthquake occurred 24.1 kilometers (14.9 miles) beneath the surface, 23 kilometers (14.2 miles) east of Nurdagi in the Gaziantep province. In addition to Syria and Lebanon, other nations affected by the earthquake included Turkey, Syria, and Nurdagi.
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Turkey’s disaster management organization, AFAD, reports that at least 76 people have died and more than 440 have been hurt. According to a Health Ministry official quoted by the Syrian state-run news agency SANA, at least 42 people have been killed and almost 200 more have been injured in neighboring Syria. According to SANA, deaths were recorded in Syria’s Aleppo, Hama, and Latakia. The “White Helmets” organization, formally known as Syria Civil Defense, claims that dozens of people are trapped beneath the debris.
Residents were probably asleep when the earthquake hit and were unprepared for the impact. Numerous toppled buildings could be seen in social media videos, along with terrified locals hiding on the pitch-black streets. By flashlight, rescue personnel can be seen undertaking search and rescue operations. Twitter has been flooded with people posting videos of the destruction, well-wishers for Turkey, and even cries for help.
The people who still have access to the internet are also sharing videos and images of the aftermath of the earthquake. Many areas of Turkey have lost access to electricity and other necessities. People are still stuck under the rumble of debris and others cannot get out of their houses due to the chaos and destruction outside. The earthquake has caused natural gas pipelines to burst and cause huge fires in Amik plain in Hatay.
Further, Twitter has also been receiving footage from Syria and Lebanon where the tremors felt as well. People are still stuck under debris and help is being delayed because of the conditions becoming more worse and chaotic as time passes.
Rescue teams pulling children from the under the rubble of #collapsed buildings in northwestern #Syria
Suleyman Soylu, Turkey’s interior minister, said that teams have been sent to the south of the nation to conduct search and rescue operations. The European Union’s humanitarian program, the Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC), claimed that the disaster agency, AFAD, has asked for assistance from abroad. According to its governor, AliYerlikaya, Istanbul, Turkey’s biggest city, has sent out close to 1,000 search and rescue volunteers.
In less than a minute after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck, the journalist Eyad Kourdi of the city of Gaziantep told CNN that there were up to eight “extremely violent” aftershocks, which caused the possessions in his home to fall to the ground. He said that many of his neighbors had evacuated their homes after the earthquake.
Davut Gul, the governor of Gaziantep, tweeted that “the earthquake was felt powerfully in our city” and urged people to wait outside of their homes and maintain composure. “Let’s calmly wait outside, please. Don’t let’s drive our cars. Do not congest the key thoroughfares. Let’s not overuse the phones”, he said.
New news says that the seismic waves maybe reach Japan.
It is disheartening to see that art and culture are not given the importance they deserve in Pakistan. This is not just because art is a beautiful form of expression, but also because it is a powerful tool for safeguarding our society and culture. Let’s take a closer look at why neglecting arts can be so damaging.
Understanding The Lack Of Priority Given To Arts
It is important to first understand why art is neglected in Pakistan. There are several reasons for this, but the most significant one is the lack of priority given to arts by the government and the general public. In a society where education and getting ahead in life are considered more important, the arts are often seen as a luxury that can be afforded once other priorities have been taken care of.
This lack of priority has led to a decline in the arts sector in Pakistan. The shortage of funds adds to the dilemma which means that artists struggle to make a living from their work. There are also few opportunities for artists to showcase their work, which means that their talents often go unrecognized. And finally, there is a lack of appreciation for the arts among the general public, which means that people are not interested in investing in them.
Art and culture are an integral part of any society. They reflect the values and aspirations of a people. When these are sidelined or ignored, it sends a message that they are not important. This has been the case with arts in Pakistan.
The lack of government support and funding has led to a decline in the quality and quantity of arts being produced. There is also a lack of infrastructure, which hampers artistic expression. Young artists find it difficult to pursue a career in the arts, as there is no infrastructure or system to support them. This lack of support has had a negative impact on Pakistani society as a whole. The Arts are an important means of expression, and when they are sidelined or ignored, it surely doesn’t put the cultural values at the forefront which can result in cultural heritage going afloat.
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The discussion around arts not only makes us appreciate its importance but also helps to shape opinions and conversations about it. Such conversations are significant because they create a space for dialog which allows us to confront topics that might not have been addressed earlier due to a lack of resources or an absence of public discourse. These engagements help to deepen our understanding of the art form as well as create support for marginalized communities in the process.
Even though ChatGPT has had a significant impact since its inception in November, a well-known computer engineer thinks we’ve merely scratched the surface. Paul Buchheit, the developer of Gmail, tweeted that OpenAI’s Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (ChatGPT) may put Google out of business in “a year or two” after it made its debut.
The Search Engine Result Page, which is where they generate the majority of their revenue, will be eliminated by AI, according to Buchheit. Even if they catch up with AI, they won’t be able to completely use it without ruining their most important asset.
Buchheit’s prediction
He continued by providing a thorough description of how Google’s demise may transpire:
He pictures this as the URL/Search bar of the browser being replaced with AI that autocompletes my thinking or query as we enter it and also provides the most appropriate response (which may be a link to a website or product). The AI will exploit the outdated search engine backend to compile pertinent data and links, which will then be summarized for the user. It’s similar to asking a trained human researcher to complete a task, except that AI will complete it in a fraction of the time.
The way I imagine this happening is that the URL/Search bar of the browser gets replaced with AI that autocompletes my thought/question as I type it while also providing the best answer (which may be a link to a website or product)
Buchheit makes a valid point, but the internet has been predicting Google’s death ever since ChatGPT appeared. A large portion of Google’s income comes from advertising. You see advertising when you search on Google, which is how Google generates money. But why would anybody ever Google again if an AI can perfectly answer every inquiry you have without presenting a page full of links (and adverts) on the Search Engine Results Page (SERP)?
Therefore, even if Google soon introduces its own ChatGPT substitute, it will be driving users away from its primary revenue stream.
The SERPs are here for a while
It’s difficult to think that SERPs will go out of style anytime soon. How frequently do you look for reviews of a brand-new film, television program, or video game and click on several links to examine a range of viewpoints? Or browse product listings to discover the choice that best satisfies your needs? Despite this, the majority of us almost ever scroll past the first page of search results.
Most likely Google or Microsoft. The problem for Google is if it kills the SERP then it kills their ads business. Microsoft is much less dependent on search revenue, so the disruption is not a problem for them.
Destination wedding trends have been booming over the past few decades. Turning your big day into an unforgettable getaway can be the perfect way to say ‘I do’. However, it often comes with its own set of challenges. So, before you decide to take the big plunge here are some of the pros and cons you need to know to make your destination wedding even more memorable.
Pros Of Destination Wedding
1. Can Double As A Vacation
Your destination wedding venue can also double as a sweet getaway spot for a vacation. Destination wedding events usually last for 3-4 days compared to routine weddings. This can give you ample time to double on the zeal and zest of your events while you cater to your guests one on one.
2. Breathtaking Views & Photos
Opting for a beautiful spot for your destination wedding can give you a chance to explore unique and stunning locations. Whether you opt for a beachfront location or scenic mountains for your nuptials, beautiful landscapes can make your wedding photos turn out even more beautiful.
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3. Intimate & Immersive
Destination weddings offer a chance for hosting an event that offers you to spend some quality time with your closest friends and family. Destination weddings tend to be more intimate as they allow your guests to mingle and so they get to know each other.
One of the basic drawbacks of a destination wedding is the amount of money that can go in. Keeping in mind the travel and leisure expenses, a destination wedding can be quite heavy on the pocket. Experts suggest that before you plan a destination wedding, it is best to identify your budget so you can plan accordingly.
2. Extra Work Might Take A Toll
Planning a destination wedding can bring in an extra amount of work. From venues to travel, leisure activities and choosing your favorite scenic locations beforehand can be quite a task. The chances of risk and error can be quite high while planning a destination wedding.
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3. Your Favourite People Might Not Be There
One major con of hosting a destination wedding is that your friends and family members might not be able to attend. Depending on the location and your wedding dates some people might not be able to find a way to attend and you might miss out on having your favorite people on your big day.
The earth has become toxic in a post-apocalyptic world, and the majority of people have fled to one of Jupiter’s moons, IO. Sam Walden, a young scientist, has stayed behind and committed her life to figure out how humans may survive on Earth. Micah shows up there after she makes a radio transmission to try if she can find anyone else. He plans to board the last shuttle to IO in 48 hours because he doesn’t think there is any chance of surviving. Here is the trailer.
Io is a 2019 American science fiction film directed by Jonathan Helpert. It stars Margaret Qualley, Anthony Mackie, and Danny Huston. It was released on January 18, 2019, by Netflix.
Plot
One of the few individuals still living on Earth is Sam Walden. She tries to produce bees that can survive in the environment while living alone at a high altitude where the air is still breathable. Her goal is to someday use bees to clear the air by pollinating plants that produce oxygen. She is urged to board the final shuttle out of Earth by her long-distance boyfriend, who resides on the Io station. All of Sam’s bees are killed by a toxic cloud that a storm generates and flows through her hive. Shortly after, Micah, a man traveling by helium balloon, appears. Sam’s father, Dr. Harry Walden, had pushed people to stay because he still saw hope, but he first wants to talk with him before making his way to the launch site and leaving Earth.
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Sam initially claims that her father is working somewhere on a field project. But after a day, she says that her father passed away the year before. Hearing this, Sam apathetically agrees to Micah’s plan to accompany Sam to the space shuttle. Sam records a message informing everyone on Earth that Dr. Walden’s attempt to clean the planet was ultimately unsuccessful and that everyone should leave, and go to Io, after receiving a message from her boyfriend saying goodbye because he is part of an expedition leaving on a 10-year journey to an exoplanet orbiting Alpha Centauri.
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Sam and Micah get closer as they prepare and wait for the ideal wind conditions, falling in love. They also find out that Sam’s hive produced a new queen bee that is resistant to the noxious air. They are informed that the shuttle launch has been moved to a new, farther-off location. In order to get the helium they need for the voyage, they drive into a metropolis that is engulfed in a poisonous atmosphere. After locating the helium, Sam goes to an art gallery by himself. Knowing that she is losing oxygen, Micah chases after her. Sam takes off her mask and breathes the poisonous air in an attempt to survive rather than transferring to a new tank.
Sam is not poisoned by the new surroundings, unlike the new queen bee in her colony. She is seen standing alone on a beach in the final moments of the movie before being joined by a tiny child, who is probably Micah’s son. The Earth is described as being lovely, that people who have left the world will have come to fear it, and that they are waiting for them to come back in a voice-over message from Sam to Micah.
Can The IO Theory Be Real?
Real climate change is happening. The weather in our world is changing quickly, and this has an impact on life. Without human intervention, climate change could worsen to the point that life on Earth would be threatened. The level of greenhouse gases could rise to the point where our atmosphere fundamentally changes. The most ominous danger that climate change poses to our world is addressed in the film.
So the film may or may not be a real possibility in the future but it is certainly a good watch. It is available on Netflix for viewers to watch.
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According to recent research by the American Lung Association, a significant switch to electric vehicles and clean power infrastructure in the US might save tens of thousands of lives over the coming decades.
By 2050, the paper estimates that a reduction in emissions from power plants and tailpipes might avert up to 110,000 premature deaths. 13.4 million lost workdays and 2.78 million asthma episodes would also be avoided. The benefits to public health would total $1.2 trillion in total.
Source: NPR
Can EVs save the environment
That’s supposing that by 2035 all new passenger cars sold in the US will be EVs and that by 2040 all new heavy-duty vehicles sold will be EVs. Furthermore, a grid free of fossil fuels would be required to power such automobiles. But it still remains almost difficult to replace the great majority of the roughly 280 million automobiles and trucks now on the road in the country with electric vehicles in such a short amount of time. Despite their rising popularity, just 3% of new automobiles bought in the US in 2021 will be electric.
Cutting down emissions
Health advocates contend that a safe environment ought to be a given. Pediatrician and American Lung Association volunteer Afif El-Hasan said in a press conference: “I can advise [my patients] to limit their time spent outside to limit the pollution they are breathing; I can’t ensure that they have clean, healthy air to breathe — and that is incredibly frustrating to me.” Every kid should have the opportunity to play and grow in a secure environment. That should never be up for discussion.
The American Lung Association examined how phasing out fossil fuel combustion from the transportation and electricity sectors might reduce important pollutants for its latest study. This includes smokestack and tailpipe emissions of sulphur dioxide, soot, smog-forming nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, and so on.
Source: Importcar magazine
The authors of the paper also looked at non-exhaust emissions, another form of pollution that sometimes goes unnoticed but is still a problem with electric vehicles. This comprises dust particles released into the atmosphere as a result of road and vehicle wear and tear, such as from tyres or brake pads. The prevalence of this kind of pollution demonstrates why more walkable communities and improved public transit are crucial for a healthier future by reducing reliance on driving.
The paper emphasizes the advantages to the health of reducing greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. By accelerating the chemical process that creates smog and escalating pollution from wildfires, a rising climate has an impact on air quality. According to a new industry-commissioned study conducted by the German Aerospace Center, e-bikes, scooters, and other light electric vehicles can dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions when they replace cars.
The Lahore Qalandars’ new uniform logo, created by club skipper Shaheen Afridi, stunned the cricketing community with its understated yet high-quality design.
While some Lahore Qalandars supporters were thrilled with the original artwork, their joy was short-lived as it became clear that the emblem was simply lifted from the stock image website AdobeStock.
Lahore Qalandars’ egregious error not only generated controversy on social media but also raised doubts about their moral character because they claimed that Shaheen Afridi himself had created their stolen emblem.
The new uniforms for the next eighth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) would be created by the captain, according to earlier information from Lahore Qalandars CEO Atif Rana. A component of the new kit’s design was the logo.
In addition to the error, many supporters expressed their displeasure with the new emblem, arguing that it better captured the essence of Lahore Qalandars and had more personality.
The new Lahore uniforms will be presented in the coming days as the team gets ready for the upcoming PSL season. On February 13, Lahore and Multan Sultans will square off in the opening match of the competition.
Lack of creativity becoming a normal practice in Pakistan?
The use of another trademark, company name, product labeling, or packaging without authorization is severely prohibited by Pakistan’s consumer protection laws.
The continued use of unauthorized trademarks by a large number of outlets and retailers in Pakistan has the potential to harm the reputation and commercial interests of a large number of legitimate outlets and cause confusion among a large number of customers by disseminating false and misleading information about the nature, qualities, origin, and quality of products through the illegal use of similar/identical logos and trademarks of various luxury brands.
The outlets and retailers in Pakistan should immediately cease marketing their goods in an unfair and deceptive way and be urged to switch to marketing strategies that are open and provide customers with accurate and true information about the product in the interest of the general public and fair competition in the market. The guiding principles of trademark law are
If a trademark has been legitimately adopted by a business, it does not always stay his property. He will only continue to be the owner of the mark while using it in the course of his business; once he stops using it, he will ultimately lose all ownership rights to the mark.
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British screenwriter and producer, Jemima Goldsmith’s latest movie is hitting cinemas real soon. Directed under the wing of Shekhar Kapur who released some of the biggest hits including ‘Elizabeth’ and ‘Mr. India’s story follows the life of a documentary filmmaker who embarks on a journey to film her best friend’s marriage to a fellow Pakistani girl chosen by his parents. The cast includes Lily James in the lead role along with Shahzad Latif and none other than our dearest Sajal Aly.
Recently,Shekar Kapur sat down with a Pakistani Journalist to share his thoughts about the upcoming movie. While talking about the role of Sajal Aly Kapur shared his thoughts about Sajal as an actor on screen and as a person in general.
“Sajal Exudes innocence through her eyes. However, if you look closely that innocence also shows a lot of strength and intelligence she holds inside of her.”
“She is beautiful, every time she comes on set we all are in awe of her. Regardless of her beauty, the amount of dedication she shows to her work is amazing.”
While talking about her acting skills in the movie, Kapur further added,
“There is just so much strength and pain in her work. In the very beginning, I told her that she must not perceive herself as weak. She is gentle and shy and she must never confuse this with weakness, and when you will see the movie you will realize that strength she has portrayed amazingly in her work.”
What Love’s Got To Do With It is a rom-com for the books. As Sajal Aly reprises her role along with some of the biggest names across the borders, fans can’t wait to see her on the big screen.
While we wait to see her character in detail as the movie hits the cinemas, take a look at the film trailer below.
The North Nazimabad neighborhood of Karachi is now being overseen by a supercool, stylish, individual. With his mixed ancestry, Hazim Bangwar is setting out on a mission to transform Pakistan’s bureaucracy. The 30-year-old police officer is from a well-to-do family; his mother is of Iraqi heritage, and his father had previously worked as a police deputy inspector general (DIG). Bangwar had no trouble being amazing and in charge, it might be said. The bureaucrat who recently relocated from New York is eager to help Karachi’s North Nazimabad.
Many people are curious to learn more about Bangwar because he is so drastically different in all aspects from his peers. Luckily, we have done our homework. Bangwar, who was born in Karachi on December 30, 1993, relocated to New York and attended Midwood High School. His mother, Feroze Akbar, is from Iraq and is a professional architect. In Pakistan, his father, Ali Akbar Bangwar, held the position of DIG. Bangwar spent six years in London after relocating there, where he completed his first degree in fashion design and marketing from AIU London and a second degree in law from a London-area university.
Bangwar spent his free time in the studios while studying in London, where Evan Rogers heard his demos before sending them to Interscope Records, where Jay Brown, an A&R executive, was one of the first to hear them. Interscope Records CEO Jimmy Lovine signed a two-year contract with Bangwar after hearing the demo.
Achievements
Hazim released “One Man Army” his debut mixtape for Interscope Records, in 2013 with the lead single “Run Em” which went on to be used by a number of other artists, including Havana Brown. Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. made Bangwar an offer to sign on with Young Money Entertainment as a singer/songwriter after learning that he had written songs for artists like Jessie J, Future, Ciara, Juelz, T-Pain, Jason Derulo, and Nicki Minaj.
Bangwar released “Haram” his debut single, in November 2019. It peaked at #5 in India, #5 in Egypt, #1 in Hungary, and #5 in South Korea. Bangwar became the first Pakistani singer to do so with an English song, making history in the process. Bangwar’s second song, “Hell Ya” which he released in February 2020, debuted at number one in Ghana, as well as in France, South Korea, Austria, and South Korea. He released “Tujhko Bhulaya” his debut Urdu song, in 2021. The accomplished singer also attended major music awards in Hollywood.
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Bangwar passed the SPSC exam after arriving back in Pakistan and was hired as a PMS Officer. He is the Karachi Central Assistant Commissioner at the moment.
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Descon Oxychem Limited (DOL), a market leader in Pakistan’s Hydrogen-Peroxide (HP) market, which takes pride in its strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental sustainability, reached the milestone of completing “9 million safe man-hours” over the course of its 14 years of operations in Lahore on February 2, 2023. The vice-chairman of Descon, Faisal Dawood, commented on this outstanding achievement by saying, “I would like to congratulate every employee at Descon Oxychem for this achievement. Over the years, your work has been amazing, and I have no doubt that you will continue to work with the same fervor and attention in the future”.
The Event
A formal event was held to present certificates of distinction to DOL’s top performers in order to honor their valuable contributions to upholding the highest level of operational safety. Dr. Faheem Akhtar, a renowned academic and member of the LUMS faculty, also went to the event and gave the audience advice on the business world.
“Established in 2008, DOL has matured and expanded swiftly, adopting global standards of Health, Safety and Environment, quality, and performance in this highly competitive business,” DOL Chief Executive Officer Muhammad Mohsin Zia remarked, expressing his joy over this tremendous accomplishment. The business has made a name for itself in the local export markets. Today, we are valued for our dependability, consistency in quality, and customer-centered solutions by our famous clients.
The state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and skilled workforce at DOL produce a wide range of HP products of the highest quality, as well as specialized chemicals for important industrial and consumer sectors, including textiles, food, and beverage manufacturing, among others. In light of the anticipated fast expansion of the global market for HP goods, DOL has recently begun looking more closely at foreign markets.
The business strategy of Descon Oxychem is built on cutting-edge technologies, client-focused services, security, and financial efficiency. Additionally, it offers bulk product handling and storage systems at clients’ locations, furthering the environmental sustainability objectives of its stakeholders. The company’s mission is to offer cost-effective solutions for ensuring high productivity for Pakistan’s sustained socio-economic progress through significant investments in R&D, capacity building, and large-scale investments.
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Following the announcement of new anti-password sharing guidelines being tested in numerous countries, popular streaming service Netflix is receiving criticism from Twitter users for a tweet from five years ago. This Netflix tweet from years ago isn’t holding up well because of Netflix’s crackdown on password sharing. Old tweets might haunt you if you’re in the public glare. You can be a politician, a celebrity, or even the biggest streaming service in the world, and it still applies. This was the tweet.
Nearly 10,000 people have liked the original Netflix tweet as of this writing, with more than half of those being quote retweets of people criticizing the corporation for not changing its methods. But here are some of the reactions from the fans.
The Twitter account @PoorlyAgedStuff shared an image of that tweet earlier this week, in a tweet, that’s racked up more than half a million likes. Lamented another Twitter user, regarding that same “Love is sharing a password” quip from Netflix: “@netflix so you guys are going to bang people out for sharing passwords AFTER raising prices, and I just wanted to let you know that I’m out after Ozark. It’s been a fun 12-15 years guys. Godspeed. Love is deleting my account.”
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The realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand’s first Coca-Cola edition device, will be on sale on February 10th, 2023. The collaboration between realme and Coca-Cola was revealed in Lahore, on Tuesday, February 2. This customized edition smartphone features Coca-Cola’s classic design elements with a Red&Black collision. The 70/30 asymmetrical back design highlights the Coca-Cola logo with three points of black and seven points of red, making the classic logo instantly recognizable.
The Coca-Cola Smartphone
An upbeat, young, and energizing mood is produced by Coke® red. The cropped Coca-Cola logo adds a striking twist to a classic brand and breathes fresh life into the smartphone experience. The beautiful feel of brushed aluminum is achieved with the matte imitation metal process, which is scratch- and fingerprint-resistant. It’s the most stylish version and displays a youthful, fashion-forward attitude.
The Coca-Cola Edition packaging comes with a customized edition smartphone as well as other fascinating ancillary items, such as a personalized SIM card needle, a realme Coca-Cola figurine, DIY stickers, and a customized and one-of-a-kind limited number card.
How Can You Get It?
On February 3, realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition will begin free online booking in India with 6,000 restricted units. Customers who successfully order the limited-edition smartphone will receive a unique and personalized limited-number card. Come, be the unique one. The day of the debut will bring more information to light.
*Please note, realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition is only available in designated markets.
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Today’s leading real estate company in Pakistan, Zameen.com, is well known in Lahore for its commitment to modernizing the local real estate market and bringing about a technological revolution in a field that has historically been resistant to change. Since its beginnings, Zameen has continued to innovate and expand the realm of the achievable; part of this effort is the recent release of its Construction Cost Calculator. The Construction Cost Calculator is a tool that uses Zameen.com’s proprietary algorithms to determine how many materials will be needed to construct a house or other structure. It gives the most recent material prices that are valid in each city, which may then be modified in accordance with the special bylaws of a given housing society.
Construction Cost Calculator
The most sophisticated calculator of its kind in the local real estate market is Zameen.com’s most recent invention. It has been created to help homeowners building their homes and contractors trying to figure out a price quote for their clients by providing them with the cost of construction. To calculate the price specific to their own home of any size and dimension, users can enter the precise size of the development as well as information like the number of bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, etc. The user will also be given a projected building cost, which will include the price of the grey structure and finishing materials like cement, bricks, crushed stone, sand, paint, electrical wiring, and plumbing.
The Construction Cost Calculator’s availability to the general public on the Zameen website is another of its outstanding features. Simply go to Zameen.com, use the calculator option, and enter your information in the spaces provided to receive an accurate estimate of the cost of building your home.
Usman Ali, Director of Products at Zameen.com, explained that the Construction Cost Calculator was created to give people a simple tool to estimate the cost of building a house. General people had previously found it challenging to perform these computations, but the new tool would make the procedure much more straightforward and quick. He continued by saying that it would also benefit contractors, who could utilize the current data offered by Zameen.com to precisely project construction costs when pitching to their customers.
The Foreign Ministry of Saudi Arabia introduced an electronic service on Monday that would enable travelers who are stopping over in the country to get an entry visa. The transit visa for stopovers enables travelers to Saudi Arabia to do Umrah, go to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, and explore the country. So now, more travelers than ever will be able to visit Saudi Arabia’s unparalleled historical, cultural, and spiritual monuments thanks to the stopover visa, which allows them to stay in the nation for up to 96 hours.
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Passengers will be able to apply for a transit visa using Saudia Airlines and Flynas electronic platforms starting on Monday as part of the new service. The application will be instantly forwarded to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Unified National Visa Platform for processing. Instantaneously, a digital visa will be issued and returned to the beneficiary through email.
According to the ministry, the e-Transit visa for stopovers would help the kingdom attain its 100 million annual visitor goal as well as strengthen its position and capitalize on its enviable strategic location as a link between continents. The free visa comes with the traveler’s ticket right away, is valid for three months, allows for a four-day stay in the Kingdom, and is provided right away.
Custom 24, 48, 72, and 96-hour itineraries have been created to encourage travelers to explore the six UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia, such as the Al-Turaif area in Diriyah, or to take a stroll through Jeddah’s Al-Balad.
So when are you going to Saudi Arabia? Let us know in the comments below.
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‘Boys will be boys’ is a tale as old as time. However, no matter how much we try to break this misogynistic notion down there is no running away from it especially now that the topic has sparked a debate on social media for being relevant enough to appear in a highly prestigious Central Superior Services (CSS) exam. Students appearing for the exams take months and even years to prepare for it. Those who are lucky enough to pass the exam get selected for the top beaurucratic posts in the country.
The nature of the extremely outstanding exam makes it one of the most credible ones in the country. However, the topic appeared in the paper on the very first day of the exam. People are shocked to see the extent to which our education system has taken a tumble.
A Twitter user shared his concern on the platform and wrote.
While the exam takers and aspirants were certainly preparing to write about national and international issues, ‘Boys will be boys’ has left the internet divided. While the majority thinks that this is a much-needed reform that can leave a positive impact others think that it was absolutely infantile.
Aspirants were preparing all the topics related to domestic and international issues. Meanwhile FPSC examiner: Boys will be boys. 😂#css2023#fpscpic.twitter.com/nLbuh3tatW
Another user commented on the irrelevancy of the topics and how there was no effort done while trying to pick them out for the exams. Every title looks like a sentence picked from a random book or a piece of reading.
How odd are these essays, it seems like some one just picked up lines from random papers..
Meanwhile, some users identified the topics as tough and noted that if we ponder on them deeply, these topics are on social issues and can be easily cracked with some common sense by students since they are all about social surroundings.
What are your views regarding the situation at hand? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
The first Samsung in-person event in three years was held this year which was presented in front of a crowd at San Francisco’s Masonic Auditorium. On February 1st, at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT, several interesting announcements kicked things off.
Announcing Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus
Despite not being the most thrilling announcement at Unpacked, the plain Samsung Galaxy S23 has all the makings of being another very successful Android device.
It has many of the same characteristics as the current Samsung Galaxy S22, including a 6.1-inch FHD+ screen with 120Hz refresh rate, the same 8GB of RAM (8GB), and the same back cameras as previously, just as the leaks had anticipated. In other words, you get a 50MP main sensor along with 3x optical zoom, a 12MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 10MP telephoto sensor.
Source: The Verge
The new middle child in the series is the Galaxy S23 Plus if you want the breadth of a 6.6-inch screen. The raised aluminum that had previously ringed the camera array has been removed, giving it a fresh, cleaner appearance. It also sports the same custom Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU as its smaller sister.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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The Galaxy S23 Ultra, an immensely powerful (but also highly costly) flagship phone with a new 200MP primary camera, was the highlight of Samsung’s unpacked presentation. Although it doesn’t completely replace its predecessor, there are some minor upgrades throughout, such as a more durable screen, speedier memory and storage, and a more effective battery.
However, a significant portion of the presentation was devoted to the “pro-level” camera system. The new ISOCELL HP2, which Samsung unveiled ahead of launch, is the first Samsung phone to use a 200MP sensor.
Samsung Galaxy Book 3
At today’s Android Unpacked, Samsung gave creative folks three Galaxy Book 3 computers in addition to three smartphones. The Galaxy Book 3 Ultra, which debuted with the laptop’s Pro and Pro 360 versions, is the most powerful. The AMOLED displays on all three will play a significant role in their allure, with the heavier Galaxy Book 3 Ultra also featuring the newest mobile CPU and GPU to appeal to both gamers and visual creators.
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While the Ultra version’s price ($2,199.99 / £1,849) is fairly steep (about AU$3,190), it does appear to be an intriguing challenger to high-end gaming laptops and ultra books.
All we saw during the Samsung Galaxy S23 announcement was what is shown above, so there was obviously a lot more than that.
For starters, even though the Galaxy Tab S8 series launched with the Samsung Galaxy S22 range, we didn’t see a Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 there.
Given the lack of information on the Tab S9 series, the idea that these slates have been delayed owing to slow sales of the existing models appears probable.
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With more than 20 million fans, Jannat Mirza is one of Pakistan’s most popular TikTok influencers. The TikToker Umer Butt and the social media celebrity had a long-term relationship. They were said to be married in the future. Their families were also seen to be very close together in their YouTube vlogs. Fans loved the couple dearly and their romantic edits were very popular on Instagram and TikTok.
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But the two recently announced their breakup. The news has left their fans not only shocked but very sad as well. Jannat and Umer both posted about their breakup on Instagram stories. They chose to part ways, according to Umer Butt. “Hi guys, I think you all need to know this,” he wrote. He stated that it was a mutual decision for Jannat and him to end their relationship. He requested everyone to respect their privacy and give them some personal space. “May Allah grant us what is best for usbaqi jo Jisky haq main behter hoga Allah usy naseeb kry. Everyone is really appreciated”. He added.
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On the opposing side, Jannat Mirza also posted a story with a breakup-related statement by M. Sosa. It said,
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Later, she and her now ex, Umer, continued to post such stories that revolved around the breakup and getting hurt by the person you love. Fans are very disappointed and a few have already started to pick sides but the majority are respecting their idols’ requests to not turn the whole situation into a war.
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Pakistan Railways, on Wednesday, announced an increase in rail prices in response to the recent price increase of petroleum products nationwide. Details indicate that the railway ministry increased train tariffs by 8% effective immediately. All trains and classes, with the exception of Green Line, will see a fare hike. A spokeswoman for Railways stated in a statement that the ministry decided to hike the fares as a result of the recent increase in diesel costs, which added an additional burden of more than Rs10 million per day.
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It is important to note that Pakistan’s Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has announced a 35-rupee increase in the price of gasoline and diesel per liter, effective as of January 29. Ishaq Dar claimed during a televised speech that the cost of gasoline goods had increased by 11% on the global market. Dar also disclosed an increase of Rs. 18 per liter in the price of light fuel and kerosene. Petrol will cost Rs 249.80, diesel Rs 262.80, kerosene oil Rs 189.83, and light diesel Rs 187 after the most recent round of price increases.
The minister also said that there had not been a rise in petroleum product prices over the previous four months and noted that diesel and kerosene oil prices had also fallen during that time. The minister continued by stating that the rumors had also caused a fictitious scarcity of petroleum products on the market.
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