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How To Get Your Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Pass

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Lyza Rashid
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Pakistan’s national structure is on the up and up when it comes to becoming digitalized. Now NCOC has created an app to help facilitate people with their vaccination certificates. Thanks to the app, the digital COVID-19 vaccination pass will be with you at all times.

NCOC’s Latest Development

The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) collaborated with the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) to launch an app. The app is called ‘Pak Covid-19 Vaccination Pass App’. The link will take you to the app store from where you can download it!

Read more: Here’s How You Can Get Your COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate

The app allows each user to easily download the Covid vaccination certificate from the Nadra website to their phones. 

Why Has It Been Created?

The app making us all surprised has been developed for many reasons. Firstly, it is to facilitate people in carrying their digital Covid-19 vaccination certificate. Since the usual does not download on phone, many get it printed. Moreover, the Pak Covid-19 Vaccination Pass App will also help identify fake vaccination certificates.

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How To Get Yours?

The NHS ministry officials also helped people in how to get the app working. They said the app could firstly be downloaded from Playstore. Following that, people will be able to obtain a pass by entering their computerised national identity card (CNICs) numbers.

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“The pass can be downloaded and people will be able to show or send it to relevant authorities. Foreigners, vaccinated in Pakistan, can download the pass by entering their passport and vaccination certificate numbers,” the official added.

Why Was This Important?

The digital certificate is the only official proof of Covid-19 vaccination and it has become mandatory for domestic and international travelling. The QR code that the app gives can be verified on spot and allow the people through. 

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The NCOC has officially announced earlier this week that complete Covid-19 vaccination certificates would become mandatory for air travel after September 10. This is to speed up the vaccination process. Following September 10th, partial vaccination certification will become invalid.

The interval between the first and second doses of all brands of vaccines has also been reduced from 42 days to 28 days now. This decision was also made in consultation with the Ministry of Health and medical experts. In other news, the NCOC has also confirmed that only vaccinated individuals would be allowed to travel by train from October 1.

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Mathira Removes Her Pictures From Instagram In Respect Of Muharram

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Lyza Rashid
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Mathira has won the hearts of social media users as she shows her respect for Muharram. The actress and host have taken an extreme step to pay her respect to the religious time. Something to learn from her perhaps?

Mathira Removes All Social Media Pictures

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Mathira’s account which boasted thousands of pictures of her is now left with only two. Her Instagram profile only has two pictures on it now. Both of them are posts relating to Muharram and the incident of Karbala. She has also changed her Instagram icon to that of a Hadith.

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Why The Stark Change?

To explain this to her 747K followers on Instagram, she put up an explainer story. In the story, she shares with her fans that she has removed all her social media pictures out of respect for Muharram. She believed they could be disrespectful to the time and hence, to maintain its sanctity, she has cleared out her profile.

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Mathira also mentions that she frequently goes to Majlees. As a result, she wants no such pictures for others to see and be deemed as hypocritical. 

Read more: Sonya Hussyn Responds To Mathira’s Hurtful Comments

She keeps insisting that this is her way of approaching her religion. This is not an objective step that everyone must take. Moreover, she asks social media fans to not “blame her” which is perplexing. What could she be blamed for at the moment?

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To Each Their Own

The 10 days of Muharram are special days in which all should show respect to the grave instances that mark it. Despite the sect division, these days are important to all Muslims. Thus, we all share the grief and importance that we attribute to these days. However, it is also true that there is no one way to connect with one’s religion or God.

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If for Mathira this means cleansing her social media of “inappropriate” pictures, then that is her call. Judging others for how they choose to pay their respect to something is also problematic.

Mathira’s Social Media

Mathira’s social media has often stirred many controversies and scandals. Did you know she is half African? The model, dancer, host, and actress have taken social media many times to post pictures that surprise the users. She has also been often body-shamed by others in doing so however, confidence in your own self can take one a long way.

Mathira hasn’t specified for how long her pictures will remain off yet.

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Journalist Imran & His Ties To Noor Mukadam’s Accused Killer

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Web Desk
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[Update: August 16th, 2021]: Do you remember the journalist, Imran Riaz Khan, and the episode where he exploited religion to victim-blame Noor Mukadam? It seems that the reason behind such a mindless stance is becoming clear. A person was able to link evidence and conclude that journalist Imran Riaz is a friend of the lawyer Mian Ali Ashfaq; the latter is appointed by the primary accused’s father.

Read More: Noor Mukadam Case: Owners & Workers Of Rehab Center Arrested

Now, Zakir, Zahir’s father, may have claimed to have broken ties with the son, but there have been speculations that they were party to hiding murder evidence.

In a recent development, the accused’s hearing that was held today led to another extension of the judicial remand; the remand will end on August 30th.

[Update: August 12th, 2021]: It seems digging a deeper hole is a routine occurrence for problematic Pakistanis. Remember Faryal Mehmood defending her body-shaming scandal with more controversial and insensitive statements for Hareem Farooq? Turns out, Journalist Imran Riaz is following suit in Noor Mukadam and Zahir Jaffer case.

Journalist Imran faced quite a lot of backlash for his victim-blaming statements in the case of Noor Mukadam. He said that because she wasn’t following Islamic teachings, a case like this was bound to happen.

Read More: Acquaintance Of Zahir Jaffer Reveals Horrifying Details About Him

Journalist Imran Riaz follows up on his statement

After the uproar, he has, once again, taken to YouTube clarifying his stance. In the video, he says that ‘khooni liberals’ are carrying out propaganda against him and that he never held Noor, the victim, responsible for what happened to her.

Mr so-called journalist, can you really claim that you never said it even though you compared her number of calls with her father and with Zahir, and then went on saying that she was not following the Islamic way? Comparing the crime against humanity, the murder of Noor Mukadam, with a pandemic, COVID-19, he said that what he had meant was that the Islamic way and our family traditions keep the vulnerable members of the family protected. He further said that he was not justifying Zahir and that he should be punished but the root cause of the crime should be identified.

The root cause, Mr. Journalist, is not behayaai in universities, it is that the killer is the killer, case closed.

 

[August 10th, 2021]: Noor Mukadam died as a result of a gruesome murder. Zahir Jaffer, the primary accused, sits in jail for Noor’s murder awaiting trial. No punishment has yet been announced. This has given time to two sides emerging. There is one side that is rooting against Zahir and the other, in favor of him. Yes, there is a side rooting for Zahir, the side that thrives on victim-blaming; the side that emerges from toxic patriarchy.

It is this toxicity that you see Aurat March against. This toxicity that women protest again.

Journalist Imran Riaz Khan Victim Blames Noor

If you want to take a look at toxic patriarchy firsthand, just take a look at this video. In the video, you will see Journalist Imran Riaz Khan making vile comments about Noor, the murder victim in the ongoing high-profile case.

This video will show you how patriarchy became toxic. This video will also show you that in order to justify the legitimacy of patriarchy, men can become insensitive to the degree that they begin justifying gruesome murder. It shows that by extension what they mean is those women who do not accept patriarchs are punishable by death.

What do netizens say?

As expected, tons of people were supporting him. But thankfully, there were netizens who were angry at the journalist for victim-blaming someone who has died.

Contradiction in statements 

Self-proclaimed advocates of religion have always used it as a tactic to negate the experiences of those not on their sides. It is funny, however, that these advocates themselves are not as religious as they pretend to be. A case in point, or rather two, would be the Muftis involved with Qandeel Baloch and in the child molestation charges.

Of course, we can not look over the fact that this could, very well, be a publicity stunt. It has been made clear, time and again, that in Pakistan, you do not need the claims of feminism to become popular but claims of being religious. So it could be that this ‘no name’ journalist who you did not even hear before is now craving for spotlight using Noor’s murder.

The question is, will Pakistanis make him the hero they made of Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar. Then again, the moment they supported Khalil Ur Rehman, a Zahir Jaffer was born. But let’s keep an eye on the masses’ sentiments, shall we?

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Taliban Take Over Afghanistan While President Hides In Tajikistan

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Web Desk
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The formation of the Taliban is no surprise. Almost everyone is aware of who created the group but now that they have spiraled out of control, no one knows what the group will do to the people who were part of their creation. In the most recent installment of Taliban diaries, we saw them taking over the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul. While the Taliban infiltrated the presidential palace, Ashraf Ghani was taking refuge in Tajikistan.

Taliban track record

It is still uncertain what take the Pakistani government will have on the Taliban taking over Kabul. But once again, Pakistan will witness an overflow of Afghani refugees.

A number of us, millennials, have lived through the time where our schools used to conduct bomb drills. Many experienced bomb threats, and sometimes, Taliban gunmen would also open fire in the vicinity of schools. Therefore, this must be bringing traumatic memories to mind. Hence, a huge chunk of the Pakistani population is scared for their life.

Read More: Pakistan Closes Embassy in Afghanistan, No Visas to be Issued

But for now, Twitter and media are trending with images of Taliban fighters occupying the place.

Afghani population tries to seek refuge

Seeing the situation go out of control, numerous Afghani civilians are out to save their lives. Since last night, many videos have emerged which show afghanis trying to get on planes while there is firing in the distance. It is only in Hollywood that we see such scenes but now, courtesy of the digital world, we are able to witness it live, as people load up on the cargo levels in hopes to escape the country.

It is not unexpected that people are trying to flee with their families because when a forceful takeover happens, men exercise their power in the most horrific of ways. They kill the men of the place and then rape or forcefully marry women. Sadly, an even greater degree of violence has already started happening. Instead of fully grown women, some of the Taliban are exercising this power on girls as young as 12-years-old.

Our hearts ache for the women experiencing violence; our hearts ache for the civilians trying to get to safety; but most importantly, our hearts question their government who had enough time to evacuate their president to Tajikistan but did not sound alarm bells for their civilians or tried to get them to safety.

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Apple’s Privacy Protection Emphasis Is Being Reduced

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Usman
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Apple believes that human privacy is a basic right of everyone and it must not be invaded under any circumstances. People are allowed to be private with their belongings as much as they want to. Apple even refused to provide access to the iPhone of a dead terrorist, due to this privacy emphasis.

The company has clarified many times about them not being willing to reduce privacy. They even regarded this once by saying ‘What happens in your iPhone stays in your iPhone’. There was even a famous video released to users that showed people giving away their personal info to complete strangers. This includes credit card info as well as their personal details.

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Read More: Telegram Releases Yet Another Update Focused on User Privacy

Apple And Privacy

Just a while back, the company introduced a new piece of technology. They released an end-to-side tool that will detect images and content related to ‘Child Sexual Abuse Content’. The tool will detect the media while the user is sending on receiving it. To make sure the tool accurately detects it, Apple has been provided images through National Center for missing and exploited children (NCMEC) and other child security organizations.

If a photo is explicit in nature, the photo will become blurry and a prompt will be made to ask if the child wants to continue browsing. If they do still intend to do so, the app will notify the parents immediately. CSAM is a very serious concern and it must be addressed as such. This is Apple’s attempt to make sure such illegal activity is limited as much as possible. The messages app will use on-device machine learning to warn about sensitive content.

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A Backdoor Into The System

CSAM detection will also help provide a lot of important information to law enforcement. All of these updates are coming to Apple devices. However, the tool that is working end-to-side might be compromising the integrity of the end-to-end encryption that the devices currently hold. It bypasses the entire end-to-end system and can be considered as an obvious backdoor. Not only is this unpredictable, but it also poses serious security and safety risks.

Read More: iOS 15 Is Going To Include A Brilliant New Privacy Feature

We hope that the concern for privacy does not stay for long and Apple manages to work a solution for both things. CSAM is something that must be addressed and prevented, all the while also keeping end-to-end encryption steady. Let us see how the story evolves as the update is released.

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Alizeh Shah Questions The Real Meaning Behind Azadi

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Yesterday Pakistani’s celebrated their 73rd independence day. In light of the occasion, a Pakistani celebrity Alizeh Shah took to her social media to share the hesitation behind whom she should wish the independence day.

Alizeh Shah Questions 

In a short video posted on Instagram, Alizeh says;

“Pakistan got its freedom on 14 August 1947, and as today is the 14th of august, I can’t seem to understand who should I wish Jashne-Azadi. To those rapists roaming freely outside because they are the one’s with freedom, and because of them, many girls cannot step outside of their houses or go to work. The inability to travel with your family on the highway. As well as the not getting the freedom to wear whatever they want not just to regular people but the celebrities as well.”

Read more: Alizeh Shah Gets Trolled After She Sings For Her Followers

She adds,

“So, the power of social media which we use so blatantly, why don’t we try to make a difference this time? What we can do is be kind, do charity. Even if we want to say something bad, refrain from doing so. So many people are killed because of social media, so many people suffer through depression. So please make sure to use social media in a manner that doesn’t hurt anyone. I have been through it, and I know how difficult it can be. Everybody has a right to live, not just you. Think about it.”

What does It mean To Be free? 

Alizeh mentioned some points to ponder and the meaning behind real Azadi. Azadi means the state of not being imprisoned or captivity. It also means the freedom or privilege to act, speak, or think as one wants. And even though we are grateful to be celebrating the former one. Will we ever get a chance to celebrate the latter?

As much as we think we are free, we are slaves to our circumstances—the victims to power and accountability—the victims of injustice. Even though we try to turn a blind eye to our surroundings, there is no hiding from the fact that women are being murdered around us. Children are being raped. People commit suicide because they are not free from bullying, trolling, and an ongoing chain of circumstances.

So, are we truly free?

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It takes one to be kind and empathetic.

However, it takes one to be kind, empathetic, and let the other one know that you care. Even if a single person tried to care and be kind, we might not become the slave to something or the other.

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Khadija Siddiqui Unharmed After Attack Outside Her House

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Usman
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Khadija Siddiqui, who was a victim of 23 stabbings in 2016, was part of a gun firing incident that took place just recently. Unidentified assailants opened fire on her car and then left immediately.

There is, however, a lot of investigation being done on this event and the assailants might not have too far to run now. In a difficult time like this, we hope she is able to withstand and push through.

Read More: Khadija Stabbing Case: Convict, Shah Hussain Set Free

Khadija Siddiqui And The Incident

She was inside the house at the time of the firing. While she was inside, she heard gunshots occurring just outside. After they were over, she came outside and saw that a bullet had hit the hood of her car. She stated that unidentified people had opened fire on her vehicle and that she was in danger. So, she contacted the authorities for a response.

She also stated that she had been attacked in 2016 by Shah Hussain. A member of Khadija Siddiqui’s legal team, Barrister Hassaan Niazi, has taken to ensure the case goes forward. He states that there was ‘Direct firing’ on her home when she was present inside. He also mentions that Khadija has been incredibly brave and strong throughout the incident.

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Taking Notice

As per the response, Lahore DIG (Operations) has also taken notice of the event. He has even sent a team and promised them justice. Additionally, Punjab CM, Usman Buzdar, also took note of the incident and sought a report from the Lahore Capital city officer. People who were responsible should be brought under the arm of the law. Such incidents cannot be tolerated at any instance and the citizens must be kept safe. One cannot just open fire at someone else’s house and then expect to get away with it.

Earlier, it was found that they had released Khadija’s attacker, Shah Hussain, earlier than the sentence should have held. Instead of the original seven-year sentence, he has been released after three and a half years. We hope that the authorities are able to bring the assailants to justice so she may rest easy. However, we support her and praise her bravery throughout the incident, and hope she continues to persevere in such a time.

Read More: Karachi Knife Attacker Stabbed 5 Girls in 3 Hours!

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6 Must-Visit Places For Tourists In Saudi Arabia

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Mehak Zehra
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Saudi Arabia holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims around the world. If they visit Saudi Arabia, it is without a doubt that they will visit the Holy Kaabah and the Masjid e Nabawi. But did you know that the country also houses numerous must-visit tourist places that will leave you spellbound? Well, it does. If you ever decide to visit Saudi Arabia, make sure you add the following to your itinerary.

1. Wadi e Jinn

Wadi e Jinn is a touristic spot not because of its looks. The Wadi, it is said, belongs to the jinns. And you can see that when you take your car up the road. Even though the road slants up, when you switch off your car, it will continue moving, and that too, at a speed of 120km/h.

The scientists say the phenomenon is not supernatural. In fact, it can be explained by an optical illusion. Whatever the explanation may be, it qualifies to put Wadi e Jinn on our list. Wouldn’t you say so?

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Read More: Wadi e Jinn: 5 Things To Know About Spookiest Place In Saudi Arabia

2. Magical walkway – Abha mountains

This magical walkway is located in the Al-Dabab neighborhood. The 7-kilometers path offers numerous picturesque sights but the best part about it is that when walking, people feel like they are walking amongst the clouds.

Nearby, you will also find historic fortresses.

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3. Edge of the world

Within Saudi Arabia, Riyadh has a place people call the ‘Edge of the World’. It is a towering plateau where people come to hike, on the weekends. The endless view and the amazing silence are something you should definitely experience at least once.

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4. Umluj

While the Maldives has its own importance, if you want to experience the shallow turquoise waters and the coral reefs on your Saudi trip, fret not! The country has its own version of Maldives. The islands near Umluj are so beautiful that they are worth a trip in a local boat. Visitors can even see dolphins during winters.

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Read More: 5 Dreamy Destinations To Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime

5. Al Ula

At Al Ula, if you are a history freak, you would love each and everything. From the golden rock formations to the remains of several ancient kingdoms. Imagine seeing the 2,000-year-old Nabatean tombs first hand when you visit the Mada’in Saleh ruins.

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6. Al Ahsa

No matter what your schedule looks like, make sure that you squeeze in a trip to Al Ahsa. The Al Qarrah caves that you will find through there captivate the tourists with their coolness even during the intense summer heat.

Do visit the Qasariah souq as well when you are there.

If you have already visited these places, do let us know about your experience of the tour.

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8 Pakistani Celebrities Who Celebrated Independence Day With Zeal & Zest

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Lyza Rashid
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Independence Day on 14th August is celebrated with zeal and zest by everyone. Amongst them are celebrities who went above and beyond to celebrate the special day. Hues of green and white and a whole lot of patriotism later, here are the best celebrations by celebrities.

1. Ali Hamza

Ali Hamza from the famous Noori band embraces the spirit of Pakistan this 14th August. Dressed in a crisp white kurta and pyjama, he supports a green waistcoat with chand sitara. He was dressed in Munib Nawaz while standing in front of a cavalry.

 

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2. Maya Ali

Maya Ali is a traditional princess through and through. She’s dressed in her own label in a deep green outfit with gota work. The open hair, minimal dupatta, and background scenery have us in awe.

 

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3. Mansha Pasha

Dressed in a stellar green and white outfit by Elan, Mansha Pasha set social media on fire. The gorgeous actress never fails to impress and her ode to Pakistan’s independence so glamorously is awesome. We wish we looked this good waving the flag!

 

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4. Hassan Sheheryar Yasin

HSY is repping Pakistan the right way but guess where? All the way in Mykonos! The ace designer is off on vacation but nothing can get in the way of 14th August. He carried the flag there and waves it proudly, dressed in all white.

 

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5. Rabia Butt

The supermodel Rabia Butt is a sight for sore eyes on Independence day. She has always championed traditional wear the right way and does it, even more, this time around. Dressed in white with a green dupatta, she holds a picture of the flag up. We love the vibe!

 

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6. Ayeza Khan

Khan always has classic pictures to put up on social media and this time was no different. She brings the colours of the flag to her eyes while wearing a white shirt. Featured in the picture is a flag looking dreamy in the wind.

 

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7. Zarnish Khan and Ahmed Shah

Zarnish Khan on the special edition of Nida Yasir’s show looked stellar in a white and green outfit. It seems green dupatta and white separates are all the rage this year. Ahmed Shah also looks adorable in his green and white fit.

 

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8. Hareem Farooq

Shah’s picture has to be the most exciting one of all. She supports a Pakistan jersey with braids and looks awesome as she celebrates the day of partition. Inspiration for next time around for sure!

 

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Video Of Sanam Jung Teaching Her Daughter Quran Is Winning Hearts

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Lyza Rashid
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Sanam Jung has won the hearts of netizens after her latest stories. The stories feature her beautiful and adorable daughter Alaya learning something very important. The videos are simply heart-warming, have a look why!

Learning The Quran

Sanam Jung put up stories of her daughter Alaya learning the Quran. The adorable munchkin is on the Yasul Quran and learning her basics like a very good student! It seems the two spend quality time together this way as Sanam Jung knew wherever her daughter stops and helped her learn that.

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Alaya also looks very excited and happy to be learning it. Nowadays, it is extremely difficult to have children sit down and study anything. The fact that Jung is raising her daughter with the most important book learned is amazing! Have a look at the two:

Kids Will Be Kids

The funniest part however is that after the two were done, Alaya needed some other form of entertainment. You never know if she was also bribed for the Quran session with the promise of celebrating 14th August after. Right after the Quran lesson is done, there is a video of the munchkin dressed in green!

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On top of that, she has green and white bangles on and also a mini flag. She’s waving it like a true Pakistani!

The Mother-Daughter Bond

The mother-daughter bond that Sanam Jung and her daughter Alaya share is truly precious. Her social media accounts are brimming with pictures of just her with her daughter. As if they need anything else! 

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The two also accompany each other on shoots with special clothes made for Alaya. Moreover, Sanam Jung also speaks about the mommy experiences with others. For instance, Alaya not liking the colour of her dupatta and having a bad mood over it. Everyone with a little fashionista can relate!

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Should Children Learn Quran At A Young Age?

The SNC has made it compulsory for all schools to begin classes with first the teachings of the Quran. While this is an incredible initiative, it can also feel restrictive for those from another religion or sect. Don’t forget the white in Pakistan’s flag. 

However, at home, parents should exercise their own thinking and ensure their children know of their roots. Be it in learning Urdu properly, Punjabi, or the Quran. If they grow old without knowing what anchors them, the world can be a scary place.

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Nimra Khan Breaks Silence After Her Ex-husband’s Viral Video

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Lyza Rashid
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Nimra Khan has finally broken her silence on the fiasco that has been brewing on social media.  Her ex-husband ruined his reputation and rather, exposed himself when he called Nimra Khan many things. Now she’s got something to say!

Nimra Khan’s Words of Wisdom

Nimra Khan shared an emotional video of her in which she seems to be on the verge of tears. With a breaking voice, she urges people to learn. To understand, to observe, and to learn. She acknowledges all that has been going around on social media and says she has been hearing and reading all. However, she does not believe in tit for tat, she will not stoop as low as he did.

Nimra Khan says that she respects everyone. She said she gives everyone the respect they are due thus, she does not believe in responding to the negativity her ex-husband has been spreading around.

 

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What Should People Do?

But most importantly, Nimra Khan stressed on people to learn from her experience. She said everyone can see what is what, the most important thing is to learn from it. Khan beseeched people to always learn from other’s experiences be it from their own or any other person’s.

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She then also admitted she has been through a lot. Though we’re not sure what this implies, it may be that she is referring to Raja Azam’s mental torture that she bore. She urges people to not make the same mistakes that she did. It can also be that Nimra Khan has her hands tied. In this case, if she says anything, Raja Azam may threaten to pursue a legal case against her. However, if people don’t know the mistake she made, how can they learn from it?

Read more: Nausheen Shah Shares Horrifying Details About Nimra Khan’s Ex-Husband

The One Who’s Right

However, one thing she is proud of is how people have been supporting her. She said there is no need for me to say anything when you all have been saying it. People who love and care for her have stood up for her. Nausheen Shah, her close friend, is one such person who exposed Raja Azam for being disrespectful and abusive.

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Nimra Khan’s Health

Nimra Khan’s health has been on the decline since she confirmed that she is now single. The actress has shared multiple pictures of her visits to the hospital, in the wheelchair and with a branula. She has not revealed what it is that she is going through. Regardless, we wish her a speedy recovery and healing from her toxic relationship.

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1947 Partition: 7 Rare & Unseen Pictures You’ll Be Surprised To See

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Lyza Rashid
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The partition of India and Pakistan was the largest partition in the world. The atrocities it bore as people shuffled from one border to another were also immense. However, as those who now only read about partition, we are left unaware of many things. That is precisely why these rare pictures from partition and will leave you in awe.

1. Honouring The Sacrifices

This is a rare picture we don’t get to see in our history textbooks. This is what mass graves at the time used to look like. During partition, fights between all communities were rarely non-violent. There was no time or space, to dig up individual graves.

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2. Losing The Future

As many older generations ran to either side to preserve their future, they also lost it in the form of their children. The migration was full of hardships and had the potential to turn a well-doing family into a poverty-stricken one. Children often didn’t survive.

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3. Boarding A Train To Home

This unseen picture shows mass refugees trying to board a train somewhere. It’s not known whether to Pakistan or India. It is difficult to imagine that many might not have reached their destination. Yet, none of them did board thinking about that— they were determined.

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4. Quaid-e-Azam’s Funeral

This is a truly rare picture in which Dina Wadia Jinnah is seen at her father’s funeral. Those surrounding her are all family and it is said, Quaid-e-Azam’s funeral attracted one of the biggest crowds this country has seen.

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5. Home At Last

This is a picture of two tiny immigrants who had successfully found their way to Pakistan. Looking at them, one can see the hardship on their faces. The difficulty of the journey can also be judged by how emaciated they look. We wonder where these children are today!

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6. Daughters of Pakistan

This is a rare picture of a crowd of women in Peshawar in 1947. It is surprising to see how all of them are clad in a niqab, no exceptions. Though this wasn’t the law, women during the partition chose to dress this way after they came to Pakistan. This is so that other men would not be able to identify them/violate them.

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7. Generational Struggle

This may be a surprising picture to see but that is how many refugees lived. These squatter settlements made for them were of the worst condition known to mankind. The picture shows three generations of women, all struggling for Pakistan.

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These Influencers Have Finally Found Azaadi! But From What?!

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Web Desk
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14th August marks the day our country secured independence. The entire country celebrates the occasion with fervor and zeal, and the true spirit of patriotism is felt all across. However, 74 years down the road, while we have made incredible progress in various areas there is one aspect where Pakistanis are yet to feel truly free.

A few days ago, some popular influencers started sharing videos that perfectly encapsulated the frustrations shared by different segments of society. Whether it is an aspiring dulhan, a woman from the upper-middle class, a corporate executive, or a young father, the pain point of every Pakistani is the same – MEHENGAI.

Inflation has steadily been on the rise; ask anyone around you and this would undoubtedly be their biggest pain point. However, there is finally a relief to this problem. Don’t just take our word for it. Hear it from your favourite influencers:

Akbar Chaudry as Mr. Worked Up:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=214860623905588

Amtul Baweja as Miss Sharmili:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=568611077618168

Faiza Saleem as Mrs. Society:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=230849352265732

Mani as Mr. Bechara:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1508340309559342

And there you have it! Pakistan’s first and only cashback app Savyour has worked out a solution, thanks to which your wallet is never going to be empty. With over 250 brands on-board including Daraz, Bagallery, Mumuso, Telemart & QnE, discounts up to 84% and cashback up to 14%, you can get your hands on whatever you like AND save money on each and every order. Cashback is exactly what it sounds like – CASH – that can be redeemed in your bank accounts and digital wallets. The best part? Cashback is guaranteed on top of any vouchers, brand deals and bank card discounts. All that you need to do is route to your favorite brands through the Savyour app, and save money that you were going to spend anyway!

This is how you can also finally get #MehengaiSeAzaadi. Download Savyour now from App Store, Huawei Store and Google Play Store, or visit the website directly https://savyour.com.pk// and shop all your needs.

8 Facts You Didn’t Know About Pakistan’s ‘Qaumi Taranah’

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Lyza Rashid
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facts didn't know qaumi taranah pakistan
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In lieu of Independence Day, we decided to dig deeper into the national anthem. The national anthem is a song we hold close to our hearts, guarded by our patriotism. It is also more than just a song; it’s a philosophy that we live by. However, have you ever wondered how it came into being or what its history was? Let’s find out the lesser-known facts about the qaumi taranah.

1. Entirely in Persian

Did you know that the qaumi taranah is entirely written in Persian? Only the connective ‘ka’ is in Urdu. The reason behind that is to commemorate our history and tradition whilst also honouring the language that contributes to the making of Urdu.

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2. Hafeez Jalandhari Wrote It

Hafeez Jalandhari, one of the most famous poets Pakistan has had the pleasure of calling its own, wrote the national anthem. He was given the pride of performance and also wrote the Hymn for Kashmir.

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3. Competition Held For It

At the time the qaumi taranah had to be chosen, a competition was held. The competition was created to find the best song people could offer for Pakistan. The prize money was set at Rs.10,000. However, Hafeez Jalandhari’s creation overpowered the song selected via competition.

4. One of The Shortest National Anthems

The average time it takes to sing other national anthems has ranged from 1 and a half minutes to over 2 minutes. However, our national anthem is one of the most concise ones. It takes about 80 seconds to finish it.

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5. 10s of Musical Instruments Support It

This is also one of the craziest and lesser-known facts. Pakistan’s qaumi taranah has 21 musical instruments that are used to play it properly. That also prepares us for the fact that the musical composition of the anthem composes of over 38 different tones.

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Read more: 14 Things You are Not Supposed to do on Independence Day!

6. Legendary Music Composition By Ghulam Ali Chagla

The way we hear the anthem today is not how it was heard when it was first accepted. Ghulam Ali Chagla developed its composition in 1949 and it took several more years for the public to hear it. 

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7. It Wasn’t Played In 1947

We got independence from India in 1947. However, the national anthem, as we know it, came into acceptance in 1954.

facts didn't know qaumi taranah pakistan
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8. A Foreigner’s Visit Prompted Its Making

After the creation of Pakistan, many foreign leaders would come and visit. However, upon their arrival, Pakistanis would have nothing to welcome them with a tune quintessentially Pakistani. Hence, after one such visit, the relevant authorities sped up the process.

Have more intersting facts to add? Let us know in the comments below.

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8 Everyday Miracle Ingredients That Boost Your Immunity

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Web Desk
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When the pandemic hit Pakistan, at the end of 2019, the first thing we did was look up ways of building our immunity – strengthening ourselves enough to fight the fatal coronavirus. Nothing much has changed since then. The virus is still a cause for concern and building immunity is still a top priority. With the summer heat in full force, it is important, especially after a long day of work, to strengthen our system with ingredients that are not just healthy and fulfilling but are also fuelling our immune system.

Dietitian Maxine Smith explains it aptly when she says, “A truly healthy immune system depends on a balanced healthy diet over time. It’s like training for a battle and preparing your body ahead of time so it can throw a good punch when attacked by viruses, bacteria and toxins. Other lifestyle practices such as regular exercise and good sleep will better prepare you for the battle.”

Here are some ingredients that we must incorporate in our daily diet to ensure our immune system is packing a good punch:

  1. Vitamin C

Vitamin C helps prevent infections and strengthens your body enough to fight the infection if it does make it its way there. While citrus fruits are a usual go-to, here are some foods that are packed with vitamin C:

  • Spinach
  • Kale
  • Bell peppers
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Strawberries
  • Papaya

  1. Vitamin E

Like vitamin C, vitamin E can be a powerful antioxidant that helps your body fight off viruses and bacteria. This important vitamin — part of nearly 200 biochemical reactions in your body — is crucial in regulating how your immune system functions. To get your vitamin E, think high-fat plant foods like:

  • Almonds
  • Peanuts/peanut butter
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Oils such as sunflower, safflower, and soybean oil
  • Hazelnuts

  1. Vitamin A

Vitamin A is an infection-fighter and comes in two forms: fish, meat and dairy or plant carotenoids.

  • Tuna
  • Carrots
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Pumpkin
  • Butternut squash
  • Cantaloupe
  • Dark green leafy vegetables

  1. Vitamin D

Known best as the “Sunshine Vitamin”, it is one of the most important and powerful nutrients – especially for the immune system.

  • Salmon
  • Mackerel
  • Tuna
  • Sardines
  • Vitamin D fortified like milk, orange juice and cereals

In general, it’s best to get most of your vitamins from food, but vitamin D may be the exception to that rule. Talk with your doctor to find out if you need a supplement.

Fun Fact: Dalda’s new Kalonji Canola Oil is fortified with the power of Vitamin, A, D & E, and Omega 3 & 6.  Additionally, Thymoquinone, the main bioactive component of the volatile oil of the black seed, has been used as an anticancer chemical, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antineoplastic in medicines for over 2000 years.

  1. Thymoquinone

Thymoquinone is the main bioactive compound present in the black seeds (kalonji) of the Nigella Sativa plant. It is nontoxic and has wide applications to cure many diseases including diabetes and cancer. It also reduces the adverse effects of asthma, inflammation, arthritis, gastro, and liver disorders. It is found in:

  • Kalonji seed oil
  • Dalda Kalonji Canola Oil (standardized on thymoquinone)

  1. Zinc

Zinc produces new immune system cells, which is why it is important. It is found primarily in meats but can also be found in some vegetables.

  • Oysters
  • Crab
  • Lean meats and poultry
  • Baked beans
  • Yogurt
  • Chickpeas

  1. Iron

Iron, which helps your body carry oxygen to blood cells, plays a part in many of the immune system processes. It comes in different forms:

  • Red meat (limit to smaller amounts and less often)
  • Chicken
  • Turkey
  • Canned sardines
  • Oysters
  • Clams
  • Mussels
  • Canned light tuna
  • Beans
  • Broccoli
  • Kale

  1. Folate/folic acid

Folate is the natural form and folic acid is the synthetic form, often added to foods because of its health benefits. To get more folate, add more beans and lentils to your plate on a regular basis, as well as leafy green vegetables. Avocado is another tasty source.

  • Enriched pasta
  • Enriched bread
  • Enriched rice

Supreme Court Pakistan To Get Its First Female Judge

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Usman
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First female supreme court judge been appointed
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The legal system in Pakistan is evolving at a steady pace. Where we used to think that the system may be limited, we see that it is expanding. After all, historic personalities like Quaid-e-Azam and Allama Iqbal were both barristers. Even today, there are some notable personalities in the circuit. One of them is Justice Ayesha Malik. She is now, in line, to be a Supreme Court judge.

Amongst notable people, Justice Ayesha Malik is counted in the top ones. Her career has seen its evolutions and she is a respected figure in her field. Her work has certainly caused a rift in the legal system as she fought for what she believed to be right.

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Read More: First Pakistani Female Mountaineer To Summit Everest On The Mission To K2

Supreme Court Nomination

The Chief Justice Of Pakistan (CJP), Gulzar Ahmed, has just nominated her for the designation of a judge. She is set to become the first female Supreme Court judge. This is a high honour. She certainly deserves the post and is highly qualified for it. She is going to replace senior puisne judge, Justice Mushir Alam, when he retires on the 17th of August. This means that the time nears with every passing second and we cannot wait to watch her elevate.

Justice Ayesha is the fourth senior person in Lahore High Court. If she succeeds in her nomination, her term will last till 2031. This also means that she could be a part of the ultimate race that leads to becoming the Chief Justice Of Pakistan. Yes, her work and accolades certainly give us hope that she can get there, one day!

Justice Ayesha Malik as supreme court judge
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Working Through The System

Her story tells us that hard work really does pay off. She completed her degree from Harvard Law. We know how prestigious that place is so there is no doubt that she is capable. While some bar council associates might oppose this nomination and appointment, it is certainly a refreshing one.

This can be regarded as a historical moment for Pakistan. She is making history with her achievements and her work. We hope she gets what she aims for. There is no better feeling of content than to see someone being given the fruits of their labour. Additionally, she may even have newer ideas to bring to the legal system and we want to hear what they might be.

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Justice Ayesha Malik is a competent and determined individual and we wish to see the whole nation stand with her. She even stands as a prime example of tackling adversity for women everywhere. Let us see how the nomination goes. We shall keep you updated on the story.

Read More: First Female Riders Appointed By Karachi Police

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This Weird Pasta Dosa Is Definitely Going To Make You Cringe

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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This Weird Pasta Dosa Is Definitely Going To Make You Cringe
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What happens when you try to come up with a fusion of Italian and desi? Definitely something weird. But can it get any weirder than the thing we are about to show you? We hope not! Today we are presenting you Pasta Dosa.

Gif Source: Gfycat

Dosa Pasta; A Fusion 

Dosa originated in India and is made of a crispy crepe filled with vegetables and served with condiments. On the other hand, pasta is cheesy creamy and definitely not something you would try to pair up with any other dish. However, this street food snack cart combines both classics in a single serving, and this could be the best of both worlds or the entire opposite, and we can’t tell otherwise.

Read more: This Maggi Pani Puri Is Going Viral & We Can’t Unsee It

The dosa in this recipe is coated with a thick layer of sauces and vegetables. However, there is more to it. The sauce layer is then topped with pasta and heavy cream and mixed with the sauces’ base. However, to add the final touch, lots of shredded cheese is added on the top and rolled up to serve.

The vendor didn’t shy away from loading it with cheese, which could be the perfect treat for all the cheese lovers. Meanwhile, the netizens weren’t amused as they kept mentioning the recipe as absurd. Some couldn’t even begin to understand if this is pasta, dosa, or a pizza.

Take A Look At What They Had To Say 

Nevertheless, some were amazed over the culinary and innovative skills of the vendor and mentioned the dosa as a product of innovation. At the same time, the majority didn’t even want to try it, although they like both the dosa and pasta separately.

Exactly our thoughts!

Whether you call it a dosa, a desi pizza, or a pasta dosa, the biggest question is, are you brave enough to try this?

Let us know in the comments section below.

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PIA Announces Its Partnership With Aquafina Amidst ‘Water’ Rumors

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Mehak Zehra
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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the country’s national flag carrier had made news once again, some time back. The controversy was regarding the airline serving water during the flights. Considering PIA is always facing loss and its airfare is always on the rise, it was not unexpected.

What rumor?

The news piece was that PIA will stop serving water on their aircraft. Some publications interpreted it as to cut losses while others read it as a measure to counter the spread of COVID-19. Within a short time, the rumor went viral and several renowned publications covered it.

Soon, people started making fun of the airline. They created memes on not just the recent but even past track record of PIA.

Read More: 7 Best Travel Packages From Karachi To Hunza

PIA refutes rumor 

The airline was quick to refute the claims. They said that they deny such baseless reports that misguide customers. PIA even labeled the publications as irresponsible and unprofessional because they had misinterpreted what they might have heard.

Right, when the iron is hot since the whole country is discussing the PIA and water crisis, PIA released a post announcing its partnership with Aquafina.

In the copy on the image, the brand says that Aquafina will act as the official hydration partner on all of the PIA flights. This phrase does not leave room for any misinterpretations anymore considering earlier the rumor was about domestic flights.

https://www.facebook.com/PakistanIntAirlines/photos/a.115490338480000/4767038976658423/

However, people, eternally upset with the performance of PIA, could not help but make fun of it or give their two cents about the matter. Some said that it is high time Pakistan launched its bottled water brand. While others failed to notice the ‘all flights’ phrase and commented that the airline was not serving water on domestic flights regardless.

Read More: 7 Things To Remember Before Travelling To Northern Pakistan

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Some trolled PIA saying that they must be getting water for free from Aquafina otherwise they wouldn’t incur further loss.

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Netizens took this opportunity to praise PIA for partnering with Aquafina as they did not really like Nestle.

PIA
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What would you say though? Would you prefer Nestle or Aquafina? Now that the airline has partnered with Aquafina, would you travel with the airline, or will this new development not affect your decision at all? Do let us know in the comments below.

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Nazia Hassan Was Poisoned By Husband Says Zohaib Hassan

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Nadia Hassan Was Poisoned By Husband Says Zohaib Hassan
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It’s been 21 years since the demise of the queen of pop Nazia Hassan. She passed away in London after a prolonged battle with cancer only at the age of 35. However, after 35 years, Zohaib Hassan, the music accompanist, and brother of Nazia Hassan, has made serious revelations regarding the singer’s death.

Nazia Hassan Was Poisoned To Death 

According to Zohaib Hassan, Nazia’s husband, Ishtiaq Baig, is behind her cancer as he poisoned her. He also made allegations regarding illegally detaining her in the UK. According to him, Nazia knew the mistreatment she was getting from her husband. In an interview, Zohaib mentioned that Nazia told Scotland Yard about the situation.

Image source: netmag.pk/

Nazia was in remission after her oophorectomy, which is the surgical removal of ovaries. However, soon after she went back to her husband, she developed throat cancer which left the doctors puzzled, he added. He also mentioned that the misconduct of Nazia’s husband led her to seek a divorce before her death.

“Marrying her off to Baig was our biggest mistake,” he said.

Ishtiaq Baig Denies The Allegations

Ishtiaq Baig has denied all the allegations and mentioned that he would be filing a defamation case for Rs1 billion against the family’s accusations.

Read more: 10 Songs By Nazia Hassan That Are Truly Unforgettable

“She was the love of my life, and we married despite her being diagnosed with cancer. I still love her,” said Baig while speaking to local media. The entire conspiracy is to take over Nazia’s property in London, he added.

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He also denied the claims of divorce. According to him, Nazia’s family got a fake divorce certificate and Nazia’s death certificate mentions him as her husband.

Nazia’s family asked for 1million pounds in return for child’s custody, he added.

Nazia Hassan’s Demise 

Nazia’s demise left a significant impact on Pakistan’s music industry. Given that how her work is praised and glorified even after 21 years shows the talent she possessed. Her journey as a musician started at 15 when she sang the lead vocals for Aap Jaisa Koi from the 1980 Indian film Qurbani.

In 1981, she won the Filmfare award. However, that was just the beginning, and Nazia came with sensational songs one after the other. Disco Diwane and Boom Boom remain some of the most iconic songs to date.

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In 1984 she released Young Tarang, which sold 40 million copies and set the record for the most-selling video album of all time. She also appeared on multiple Tv shows and gave some of the performances alongside her brother. Nevertheless, Nazia was and will always remain the icon of the Pakistani music industry.

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JS Bank Partners With Nayapay For Digital Payments

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Web Desk
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Karachi, 13th August 2021: JS Bank and NayaPay have signed an agreement to collaborate on enhancing digital payments in Pakistan.

JS Bank and NayaPay’s mutual customers can link their JS Bank account or JCash wallet to their NayaPay wallet for convenient money transfers between accounts and for merchants to offload funds to their designated JS Bank account. In addition, consumers and businesses can use their linked accounts to pay verified merchants on the NayaPay app. Customers may also load their NayaPay wallets by simply using the JS Bank Internet Banking and Mobile Banking or by visiting any JS Bank branch for over-the-counter cash deposits.

Speaking about the partnership, Noman Azhar, Chief Digital Officer – JS Bank stated, “This partnership will allow us to fulfill one of our key objectives which is delivery of value-added payment solutions in a simple, convenient and easy manner. We believe in providing an enabling environment to startups which can help to fill the gaps in the current ecosystem.”

Faraz Javed, Chief Information Officer – NayaPay said, “At both NayaPay and JS Bank, customer convenience without compromising security is paramount — our strategic partnership will go a long way towards achieving this goal. We look forward to a strong relationship between JS Bank and NayaPay to bring immense value to our collective customers.”

The collaboration between JS Bank and NayaPay will open more avenues for digital payments for customers of both entities while providing ease and convenience.

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