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HEC Announces Scholarships In US Universities For PhD Aspirants

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Mehak Zehra
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Education is a utility that should be free, and yet it is expensive, especially if one wants to get the best. But the Higher Education Commission (HEC) helps the aspirants out if they are really motivated in their goal of getting an education and giving it back somehow to the country. So for postgraduate aspirants aiming to seek their degrees from universities, they have good news from HEC. HEC has announced scholarships for PhD candidates in US universities.

HEC scholarship for PhD

The scholarship is for the programs of fall 2021 and spring 2022. This comes under the branch of “US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor”. HEC has mentioned so on Twitter. This piece of information will be helpful when the candidates log on to their HEC portal.

The statement was released through Twitter, informing all concerned Pakistanis. The idea to enable those who cannot afford to get quality education in US institutes and make them enroll in them is certainly one that needs appreciation.

The tweet announced the scholarship and attached a poster with more information.

Criteria for scholarship

The poster adds the eligibility criteria for the scholarship. According to that, the candidate needs to be either a Pakistani or an AJK national. They should also have a minimum of 4-year Bachelor’s degree, i.e., BS, BSC, or BE, which will make up to 16 years of formal education. Moreover, throughout the academic career, the candidate should not have had any 3rd division, and if they have 2nd division, only one of that is allowed.

Furthermore, if the candidate is a regular faculty member of a public university or a government college, they can be up to 40 years old, which means they should be born after January 10th, 1981. Researchers in approved R&D organizations are also included in that. However, all other candidates need to be below 35, so they should be born after January 10th, 1986.

They will be eligible if they have 60% GRE scores. If the score is above 60%, they will get preference. Moreover, they should also fall under the eligibility criteria of the host university. The scholarship is available until January 10, 2021, on the HEC portal.

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Toyota Sienta Vs Honda Freed – A Detailed Comparison

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Usman
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Honda and Toyota are some of the biggest automobile rivalries of this decade and era. Where Ford and Ferrari locked horns in the 1960s, Honda and Toyota continue to do it now. Where Honda releases a new Civic model, Toyota raises the curtains on a new Corolla. There is no doubt that both of these brands release vehicles with impressive functions and capabilities. Both of them are of ease to the driver and can last for quite a long time.

Toyota’s Land Cruiser has been one of the most successful, long-running jeeps of all time. Similarly, Honda’s Accord has been a premium, flagship car since the 70s and 80s. So, in light of this friendly rivalry, we have two cars here for you; Toyota Sienta and Honda Freed! Let us dive into the details!

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Toyota Sienta:

This vehicle is considered an impressive vehicle that has an ample seating capacity. Yes, it is a seven-seater vehicle with an adequate kerb weight. This means that it can handle itself quite well on the road. It has a comfortable feel to its seats and does not slow down on long trips.

Honda Freed:

The Honda Freed can be considered as the Honda Ally to the Toyota. This is also a seven-seater vehicle. It is a point to be noted that both these vehicles are hybrid. The seats and space on this vehicle make it worthy of a family car. It does not compromise on performance with the space it gives.

Design And Chassis:

The Toyota Sienta has a 42L fuel capacity with ample trunk space. It features front Disc brakes and rear drum brakes and is front-wheel drive. This means that, in the rain, the brakes will stay safe and front-wheel drive means more control over the vehicle due to the discs.

Honda Freed has a 36L fuel capacity, and its brakes are slightly different. They are disc on the rear and ventilated disc on the front. This gives the vehicle compelling handling, especially since it’s front-wheel drive.

Beneath The Hood:

The Toyota Sienta features a 1.5 Litre, 4 cylinder in-line engine with a Super CVT-i transmission. Additionally, if one talks about fuel average, it gives 20.2 km to the liter on petrol. This is quite a good average since it’s a hybrid vehicle and can go for a long-distance on lesser fuel consumption. Make sure to drive safe!

In contrast, the Honda Freed has a 1.5 Litre, 4 cylinder i-VTEC engine with humongous capabilities. Its average reaches up to 21 km to the liter, which is expected of a hybrid car. It has an eco-mode, which allows the car to turn off the engine on idle. Additionally, it has regenerative braking, where the battery charges every time the driver hits the brakes.

Toyota vs Honda Freed comparison
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The Price Bracket:

The Toyota Sienta is currently available on Pak Wheels within a range of Rs. 26 Lac to Rs. 38 Lac. This features the vehicle in various models, including the 2015 and 2016, both.

Honda Freed is currently at a price of Rs.25 Lac – Rs. 30 Lac. This includes models from 2012 to 2014 as well as the 2017 and the 2018 model too! Check it out if you wish to experience the drive of an impressive vehicle!

Both these vehicles are imposing in their domains. Albeit similar in nature, they are both capable and high end. In the end, it all boils down to the driver’s preference.

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Apple’s iPhone 13 Launch Date Just Leaked

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Usman
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As we are already aware, Apple has shown nothing but mind-numbing, good news all year. The release of a pandemic has not slowed down its approach towards the general audience. Now, with the vaccine on its way into the world, Apple continues to shock its audience and leave them wanting more.

From the iPhone 12 all the way up to Apple Silicon, the company has not stopped in achieving the impossible. It even has statistics lined up, showing how Apple computers are now in fierce competition with Microsoft. The iPhone 12 is becoming more and more common worldwide as people start to dive into the product. Apple really does have a solid grip on the technology industry and is doing wonders for Steve Job’s legacy. So, in light of this, did Apple’s iPhone 13 launch date leak?

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iPhone 12 With The Flag

The iPhone 12 is one of the most impressive releases of the year and is riding on the high waves. Its camera array is impressive, as well as its working speed. People claim that it’s functioning much faster than any of the other iPhones they have used. It even has 4 variants in it, which means you have quite many options in terms of preference. Additionally, its camera is the stuff of legends. The only phones known to compete with it so far are the Pixel 5 and Samsung S20 Ultra!

Apple’s Lidar sensor is also proof of state-of-the-art technology being used in phones. Using augmented reality, the camera can perceive the depth of a place, an image. How is that not one of the most impressive features of the iPhone 12?

A Critical Date Leaked

Apple has recently been reported to have said quite a few things. The first and foremost was that iPhone 13 is said to have the A15 chip installed inside it. They further added that the production of iPhone 13 would return to the usual timeframe. This signifies that the phone is set to hit the market around September 2021.

This news is in contrast to the latest development on the coronavirus vaccine. Since the vaccine is soon circulated amongst the general population, Apple can proceed with its usual schedule. People are hopeful that the coronavirus threat will be quite subdued by the summer when the iPhone 13 mass production can occur.

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2021 Starting With A Bang:

This piece of news shows how fast Apple is progressing. It has merely been a handful of months since iPhone 12, and they are already looking to release 13. The leak cannot be considered bad news because Apple intends to go even higher with iPhone 13.

We hope that the company continues to soar high as we enter into 2021. Even with Marvel and Disney having so many releases, it almost feels like 2021 may be overloaded with news and information! That being said, if you wish to own an iPhone 12, continue to do so because there is still time before the iPhone 13 launch event is revealed.

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7 Easy Ways to Earn Money Using Facebook

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Web Desk
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There is no denying the fact that the last few years have witnessed an exponential growth in social media usage across all sections of society. New users have been hopping onto the social media bandwagon by droves.

Fueling this growth is the rapid increase in access to the internet and the countless apps and social networking sites that litter the social media landscape. Apps such as Snapchat and Whatsapp are all the rage as are social networking sites Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Of all the social networking sites out there, Facebook ranks at the top when it comes to name recognition and the number of users. But Facebook is not just a social networking site. It also serves as a very useful cost-effective advertising outlet for online businesses by increasing their return on ad spend manifold. Even individuals can earn a good amount of money with their Facebook account.

Here are some easy ways one can earn money using Facebook.

How To Earn Money Via Facebook

1 ) Create a Facebook fan page

Once you open your Facebook account you can proceed to the next step by setting up your Facebook fan page or group for your intended business.

Zaid Ali Facebook Page

This is a more effective way of making money using Facebook than going about doing so without one. Some good topics for your fan page can be sports, politics, fashion, stock investments and education.

2 ) Affiliate Marketing

One can make money using Facebook by being an affiliate. The way it works is that you post a link of a product or service from an affiliate networking website on your Facebook page. By doing so you would be promoting another company’s product or service by giving it visibility.

If, for example, your page is about sports, you can choose to promote sports goods like bats, balls, racquets, etc. Just make sure that you keep the interests of your audience in mind when sharing content as each time someone clicks on the link and makes a purchase you will be paid a commission by the company.

3) Develop a Facebook-related app

Another way of making money from the social networking site is by developing a Facebook-related app. If you have a great idea for an app then waste no time in at least considering the option for designing it for Facebook. One can also get an expert programmer to develop it.

4) Monetize your Facebook page

You can also monetize your Facebook page once you’ve built a decent following. A large number of followers on your Facebook page significantly increase the opportunities to generate more revenue.

One way to monetize your page is by charging companies for writing reviews about their products or the services that they provide. When giving your opinion through reviews make sure to keep the interests of your audience in mind.

5) Sell customized fan pages

It is also possible to make money by selling customized Facebook fan pages to businesses. The fan page is customized according to the preferences of the customers and they can decide to either go for something elaborate or keep the whole thing simple.

6) Sell items on Facebook Marketplace

You can also make money by selling your stuff on Facebook Marketplace. Through the online marketplace, one can sell anything from furniture and crockery to old sports equipment and clothing items.

There is always a chance of finding a genuine buyer of your stuff here. Make sure to list down whatever items you wish to buy or sell.

7) Sell your services as a Facebook marketing professional

It pays to be savvy when it comes to social media these days. Not all marketers have caught on to using social networking sites like Facebook successfully as a tool to market their products.

Here’s where you come in. If you know how to effectively implement marketing strategies such as advertising on Facebook, companies would be looking to hire your services as a Facebook marketing expert.

Contributed by: Hasan Waheed

Hijaabi Makeup Artist Beautifully Transforms Herself Into Animated Characters!

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Hera Mannan
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Hijaabi Malaysian makeup artist Saraswati, also known as Queen of Luna on Instagram, has mastered the skill of transforming herself into pop-culture icons using her excellent makeup skills.

There are a number of makeup artists out there, doing the same thing, you must be wondering.

So what’s so special about Saraswati? Well, Saraswati is a Muslim who incorporates her modesty into her looks with remarkably clever use of her hijab.

From the Disney princesses we all grew up watching to the superheroes we almost jumped out our windows for, this makeup artist has left no look unexplored!

Take a look at some of the best looks she has done and let us know what you think:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With more than 400k followers, her instagram account is nothing short of a treat for makeup lovers and pop-culture enthusiasts!

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

What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

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Bollywood Celebrities in Rare & Funny Indian Print Ads

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Maheen Nusrat
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Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, Rajesh Khanna, Gabbar Singh and even Pakistani cricketer of the golden days Imran Khan – Yes, they all have starred in long forgotten ads of yesteryears. These legends have long amused us, as their fans have followed every movie every cricket match and every possible sighting of these celebrities.

But did you know that these famous celebrities have all starred in these elapsed advertisements that are rarely seen and ever rarely remembered:

1. Imran Khan with Sunil Gavaskar in an old Thumbs Up ad! Who could have seen that coming?

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2. Seventy One-year-old Amitabh can still make the Best of Bollywood actors run for their money with that ‘angry young man look’

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3. Skinny Salman used to ride Honda – The Bulky one endorses Suzuki!

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4. Salman Khan with Sangeeta Bijlani – his second of many that were still to come.

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5. Hema Malini and Madhuri Dixit – The Ex-Lux Beauty Girls! It seems LUX always had the best of Indian Beauties to its name!

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6. The first romantic Hero Rajesh Khana all suited up – Legendary!

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7. And now we know from where the today’s Models learnt to give that ‘look’.

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8. Cigarette ads got banned, but Jackie Shroff’s mustaches still thrive the same!

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9. Fun Fact: Did you know that Vinod Khanna used to race with horses? 😀

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10. Gabbar’s actual choice! And here we thought that it was Basanti.

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11. We don’t want our dirty imaginations to run wild but seriously, what were they thinking?

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12. Rekha – the timeless beauty who broke the fair skin stereotype long before it even became an issue.

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13. Even the Little Master had the “RED HOT” Swag!

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14. Why Saif, Why?

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15. Once upon a time, he used to be thin, but he is still as sizzling as before.

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16. Probably the worst brand endorsement deal ever – Prem Chopra promoting Vaseline

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Have anything to add to the story? Share with us in the comments below!

12 12 Is Back And This Time It’s Bigger And Better!

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Web Desk
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We are back with the best sale of the year! Rush and avail amazing discounts at the 12.12 sale!

It is the time of the year where we bring for our customers the best and most amazing deals. Yes! We are talking about the 12.12 sale. Haier has been in collaboration with Daraz.pk since the past year to bring to you some mind-blowing discounts. So whether you need a new washing machine or a refrigerator, an LED Television or a new Air Conditioner, right now is the time to rush to your nearest Haier store or visit the Haier flagship store on Daraz.pk and avail of the best deals on your favorite appliances. This is your week, and we urge you to make the best of it. So head on over to our store from 12th – 18th December to make the most of this sale! Hurry now: https://bit.ly/2ugoEFN

Haier is also coming to you with its Global Fan Festival from the 12th-20th December. This event has been specially planned for our fans who have helped in establishing Haier as the market leader in electrical appliances. We will be celebrating with our fans and doing some exciting activities over this period, and you can get a chance to win Haier products by participating in them! So Stay tuned to our social media pages for more updates regarding the event and how you can participate.

Haier has always worked with a mission to keep its customers satisfied, and which is why it continues to lead the appliances market. We take pride in the quality of our products, as well as our service and after-sales service, so you can purchase your favorite Haier product with the peace of mind that we have you covered.

Live Smart & Buy Smart with Haier today!

Don’t forget to follow us on our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) for more upcoming discounts and promotions!

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Twitter On Fire As Pakistanis Demand Amazon In Pakistan

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Muhammad Moiz Khan
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On 12th November, Pakistani Twitter had an exciting hashtag, demanding Amazon to start their services in Pakistan.

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Upon clicking this trend, it was revealed that the hashtag was started by Pakistani showbiz and reality TV star Waqar Zaka.

So What Did This Trend Have To Do With Waqar Zaka?

In a video posted by Waqar Zaka titled “Tik Tok Reactions” on Facebook, Waqar Zaka is seen reacting to funny Tik Tock videos for a brief period until the video is abruptly interrupted by him at the 8:20 mark, where he reveals his plans to urge the American E-commerce giant to start their operations in Pakistan.

In the video, he can be seen going on a rant against the people who only use the internet for entertainment purposes and do not do anything when it comes to actual productive work, which is beneficial for our future and our country’s future.

Later in the video, Waqar Zaka also offers Amazon a place which his personal property in Saddar, Karachi, where he feels the location would be beneficial for the company.

Many people agreed with Waqar Zaka’s approach and went on Twitter to trend #AmazonInPakistan, where they voiced their support for the arrival of the E-Commerce giant into the country.

This year, Amazon left Google and Apple behind and ended up becoming the most valuable company in the world.

It makes sense that people would want the most valuable brand globally, which has a reputation for being extremely convenient to start its operations in Pakistan officially.

Recently, Amazon also announced a new way to secure way to payments by introducing Amazon One, which was marketed as an extremely safe and secure method to make payments with the help of your palm. This move was hailed as one step closer to convenience as it would take away the effort to manually put in your card details and make it easier just to pay it with your palm.

All these plans that incorporate the latest technologies and innovations for the sake of the convenience of the customers are what makes Amazon one of the best and most profitable company in the world.

Waqar Zaka has been incredibly vocal on social media about improving the standard of education, bringing Paypal to Pakistan, and officially starting purchasing, selling, and trading of Cryptocurrencies in Pakistan. He hails this move of demanding Amazon to formally open its operations in Pakistan as a step closer towards innovation and opportunities.

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5 Harley Davidson Motorcycles That Are Worth A Buy

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Usman
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The automobile industry consists of a plethora of categories of vehicles. From huge trucks to SUVs, all the way down to the compacts, every vehicle is present. One day, you might see Tesla releasing a new car and the next, Mercedes is releasing their latest. Tesla released its cyber truck and it was considered one of the most powerful trucks of the known year. However, many other vehicles come under the automation category. One of those is bikes. They are also known as motorcycles and are a whole genre of their own.

There are smaller engine motorcycles with 70cc or 125cc. Then there are high-end motorcycles which can go as high as 1300cc! Imagine that much engine power behind the wheel of a motorcycle. In cars, it’s considered a lot so in bikes it’s even more! In light of this, let us take a look at some Harley Davidson Motorcycles. These are definitely worth a glance at, considering what their specifications are.

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1. Sportster Iron:

Now, this is a motorcycle by Harley that is one of the more compact ones. The size, in comparison to some, is relatively smaller but it is not a small motorcycle. With a sturdy handlebar and a good fuel average, this motorcycle is a good guy for enthusiasts. It houses a 1200cc engine with a comfortable seat. It is recommended to be a good motorcycle for beginners to the trade. Its current price is Rs.31.5 Lac.

2. Softail Fatboy 114:

The name reminds one of the motorcycle that Arnold drove in Terminator 2. Yes, that was also a variation of the Fat Boy, albeit a lesser stroke engine. It has a 6 speed transmission with a grip that is sure to leave you hanging on it. The current price of this motorcycle is between Rs.50-52 lac.

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3. Softail Breakout 114:

This Motorcycle is in the league with the high-end ones and delivers exactly what it promises. It has a two exhaust with Milwaukee-Eight 114 V.twin engine. This makes the motorcycle, quite literally, fly off the ground on pickup. The vehicle has a unique straight handlebar as opposed to the standard curved ones. Its current price is set at Rs.55 Lac.

4. Road Glide Special 114ci:

This is a motorcycle that gives off an extremely muscle car vibe. Of course, it is still a motorcycle but the specific make it a worthy opponent on any track. It has an enormous 1852cc engine! Can one even perceive a motorcycle having such a behemoth of an engine? This gives quite a lot of 4 wheelers a run for their money. It also has a Milwaukee Eight 114 V.twin engine.

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5. Vrod Muscle:

Now, this is definitely one of the finest bikes manufactured by Harley Davidson. It holds up exactly right to its name. Its wheels are the stuff of legends. You might feel like you’re driving the motorcycle that Batman drove in ‘The Dark Knight’. The sheer power behind the handlebar of this bike makes it a force not to be reckoned with. With a 1250cc engine, this motorcycle is worth Rs.34 Lac.

These bikes are definitely worth the buy if you’re going for a high-end purchase. They deliver quite a lot of engine power and pack a punch.

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This Free Online Course Teaches You All About Outbreaks & Epidemics

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Usman
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Due to being forced indoors in 2020, the world had to resort to alternate means of knowledge access. Of course, it is no surprise that more and more people began to spend time online. However, there was definitely a surge in the studying of online courses. When educational institutions decided to work from home, they also brought with them a whole new age.

Online classes on Google Meet and Zoom have now become the new normal. A lot of the students are reported to have been adjusting quite nicely to the new normal. Even when exams were shifted online, it became slightly easier for students to give them due to the exams being open-book.

Similarly, websites like Coursera and Udemy became the hub for an immense amount of online course studies. They also decided to offer some of their courses for free. In light of this, the John Hopkins university put up a course on coursera that you might want to glance it. It involves the study and understanding of Outbreaks!

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The Outbreak This Year:

One of the most important reasons that this course can be beneficial for you is due to current events. The world saw an outbreak of a new pathogen by the name of ‘Covid.’ It came out first in the city of Wuhan in late 2019, and by mid-2020, it had enveloped a lot of countries. People were falling ill by the dozen!

So, have you ever wondered what exactly an outbreak is? There has been a known curiosity among people because they wish to know what exactly classifies as outbreaks? What other epidemics has the world seen before? These many questions can be put to rest with this Coursera course. Let us dive into the details of the course.

What The Course Offers

The course starts with explaining, to the enrolled student, the basics of outbreaks. It explains that a mass number does not cause epidemics. Instead, they have seen a rise above the threshold healthy population. In a country of Africa, since their history of Ebola was near to zero, just three cases were reported as an outbreak. This shows that outbreaks depend a lot on the history of a pathogen in the country.

Next, the course will dive into the further details of the mathematics involved in outbreak numbers. It also shows that, when the number goes high, when the infected are more than healthy, it is considered a higher emergency state. It then further talks about what reproductive numbers are. If the reproductive number of a region is less than one, it needs a vaccine.

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Getting A Grasp On The Situation:

This course does not strictly revolve around coronavirus because that pathogen is exceptionally new. However, it explores methods of studies and calculations that can be employed on coronavirus too. That is because Covid-19 is also a virus and has also caused outbreaks.

The course extends to four weeks and can be completed within approximately five hours. It is highly recommended that you check it out to have a better understanding of the situation. The course requires no medical background; it’s relatively easy to understand!

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3 Times Amna Ilyas Has Been Part Of Major Controversies

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Mehak Zehra
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Amna Ilyas is a well-known celebrity who started her career as a model. She made her name by proving her talent. In a society that obsesses over fair color for women, she showed them that dusky tone is also beautiful and something to be proud of.

She took the next step in her career by entering the field of acting and proved her name there as well. People acknowledged her performance for Baaji. But she has also been a part of quite some controversies. And it almost seems like she is trying to stay in the news, so she stays relevant (you know, top-of-mind effect).

1. Amna Ilyas wedding 

Several major news publications covered the news of her wedding with the phrase ‘Amna Ilyas ties the knot.’ When the news had circulated enough, the model-actress clarified the misunderstanding on Instagram by posting a video. She shot the video with her alleged partner, where they denied the news about their wedding and ended it by promoting Ankahi, the upcoming theatre play. Dawar Mehmood will be directing the play while Amna Ilyas will be the lead.

Haseena Moin’s original Ankahi was great. We will have to see how a 2020 theatre adaptation fares, though.

2. Amna Ilyas on fair tone

Being a strong activist in speaking against colorism in Pakistan, Amna Ilyas could not stay silent at Faiza Beauty cream’s ad. She made a parody out of it and posted it on her Instagram. It was her way of calling out Ayeza Khan and what she was promoting, given she is a public figure with a massive fan following. Her mimicry of Ayeza was so on point and became hilarious when she finalized it by smashing her face in white flour.

3. Body-Shaming, What?

Another time Amna Ilyas has been a part of the controversy was when people fished out her past interview with HSY. She was invited, alongside Sadaf Kanwal. While playing a game, Sadaf had to guess a name. And Amna made a gesture of someone who has gained weight. When Sadaf Kanwal asked if the person was fat, Amna Ilyas replied in affirmation. With that, Sadaf Kanwal quickly identified the person as Aamina Haq. When the controversy made rounds on social media, Amna Ilyas replied with an apology that did not even seem like one.

These were a few controversies that the actress has been a part of. If you can recall a few more, do let us know, and we will add them to our list.

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7 Pandemic/Outbreak Movies You Need To Watch

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Kinza Piracha
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Horror movies are the perfect place to explore our fears in the safety of our own homes. So it stands to reason that since we’re all stuck self-isolating in our own homes, we should want to explore our abject terror of the COVID-19 virus driving ordinarily sane people to stockpile booze and toilet paper outside.

Perhaps it’s a fascination with the movies that predicted how a pandemic would play out that. Maybe it’s watching characters you can relate to dealing with a brand new disease in a story that’s ultimately fiction makes you feel better.

It’s not surprising we suddenly seem to have an appetite for infection and quarantine movies, so here are seven of the best ones and where you can stream them from home.

1. Outbreak


A classic infection blockbuster from Wolfgang Peterson where we see medics battling with a virus brought to a Californian town by an African monkey. The outbreak is glossy and thrilling and much more self-contained than something like Contagion – making it less a pandemic movie. Still, a race to contain the virus mixed with some high octane conspiracy theory business.

2. Contagion 


Steven Soderbergh’s realistic depiction of what might happen in the wake of a pandemic sees doctors struggling to identify the cause of a deadly virus and attempt to develop a vaccine while cities are under quarantine, false reports are causing panic buying. Supplies of the injection aren’t sufficient to treat everyone at risk. Featuring an all-star cast, including Kate Winslet, Matt Damon, Laurence Fishburne, Jude Law, and Gwyneth Paltrow, it’s a classy and slightly terrifying look outside our window.

3. 92 Days 


93 Days is a historic gripping documentation of the deadly disease starting from the day the Ebola virus came into Nigeria to the day the country was declared Ebola-free.

Directed by Steve Gukas, the movie stars actors like Bimbo Akintola, Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey, Gideon Okeke, Somkhele Idhalama, Bimbo Manuel, Danny Glover, and Tim Reid.

4. Virus 


The acclaimed Malayalam movie is about the spread of the Nipah virus that happened in Kerala a couple of years ago and the brilliant medical team that helped contain it. With a taut, no-nonsense script, the film takes a very realistic approach to the disease, while smartly including the elements of a thriller.

5. FLU


2013 South Korean film written and directed by Kim Sung-Su, about an outbreak of a deadly strain of H5N1 that kills its victims within 36 hours, throwing the district of Bundang in Seongnam, which has a population of nearly half a million people, into chaos. It stars Jang Hyuk and Soo Ae.

6. Blindness 


Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo star in this movie, in which the world has been upended by an epidemic that causes blindness. A woman who is secretly immune to the disease follows her affected husband, a doctor, to quarantine, …which is located in an abandoned mental institution.

7. Children of Men 


A mysterious illness prompted every woman in the world to miscarry in the early 2000s, and for nearly 20 years since that event — which happened around the same time as a highly deadly flu pandemic, no new children have been born. The world has descended into chaos, but if there’s hope for humanity, it might come in the form of a depressed Clive Owen, his activist ex-wife, Julianne Moore, and a young refugee woman.

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Shockingly Sexist Ads that Should Have Been Banned

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Sami Iqbal
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Who could refute that 2013 was one of the finest years in advertising for the portrayal of women, with amazing advertisement like #GirlsCan and PnG Moms – the significance of women empowerment has been emphasized again and again by the marketing fraternity. These adverts and many others have strengthened the characterization of women around the world.

But traditionally, women have been used in advertisements to serve one purpose alone – creating ‘appeal’. This stereotyping led to an inevitably discriminating personification of women in yesteryear’s advertising.

Let us take a look at some of the most sexiest sexist ads that reach out from yesteryears to the more contemporary times.

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Here Is A List Of Everything That Went Viral in 2020

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Muhammad Moiz Khan
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With everything that this year brought upon us, including the pandemic, contact with aliens, the death of Black Panther, Kobe Bryant, and many other things, there were also a few things that helped us cope with this overwhelming year and brought a smile on our face.

Some Of The Best Moments To Get Viral In 2020 Were:

1. Rasoday Mein Kaun Tha:

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Probably one of the funniest and most viral moments of 2020 when a scene of Kokila Ben went viral when it was remixed with a song by Yashraj Mukhate, an Indian Youtuber famous for his remixes. The video gathered approximately 63 Million views on Youtube and became a meme-worthy moment of 2020.

2. The 14th August, “Wow Grape” Moment:

By far one of the weirdest moments of 2020, when a video of what seemed like a Pakistani school went viral for the announcer’s remarks to the school children’s aspirations about their future. This became a global meme-worthy moment when numerous dubbings of this event went viral on TikTok, giving this meme global popularity.

It was later revealed that the event was held at The International School of Pakistan in Jeddah. The lady who appeared as a teacher in the video was PPP senator Seher Kamran, who was a principal of that school.

3. The Vice President, Mike Pence Fly Moment

Another moment that instantly went viral was when Vice President Mike Pence had a fly on his head for a brief moment of time amid the US Presidential debate.

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This leads to a lot of memes and jabs by his opponents, making it one of the most significant viral moments of 2020.

4. The “Disappointed Cricket Fan” Meme:

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Another meme that took the internet by storm was a picture of a Pakistani Cricket Fan standing disappointed in the audience.

The screen-grab from the live broadcast quickly gained popularity leading to numerous memes and comments on social media.

It was later revealed that the guy was a British Pakistani named Sarim Akhtar who loves London. He traveled three hours to reach the destination where the match was held.

He was also invited to SAMAA TV, where a formal interview was held after his pose gained popularity on the internet.

This year brought a lot of baggage for us, but amid pandemic and lockdown, the only thing that helped us get through these tough times other than Netflix were these memes that helped us find solace with everything that had been going on.

So, what was your favorite moment of 2020? What did we miss out on? Share with us under the comments and reminisce on the most-happening year of modern times.

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It is our collective moral and human obligation to empower women in today’s fast-paced digital age: Aamir Ibrahim

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The business case for integrating women into the workforce is not as important as the human case for it. It is the collective moral and human responsibility of society to empower women. These views were shared by Aamir Ibrahim, CEO, Jazz while speaking at a webinar organized by UN Women on violence against women and the role of private sector companies.

Emphasizing the role of private sector organizations in providing opportunities to women, he said that the numbers in Pakistan need to be more encouraging when compared to other countries, and this is where the private sector can do more. By providing opportunities to women in leadership positions, more women will be encouraged and inspired to follow suit.

Discussing his aspirations for Jazz, Aamir mentioned that he is working with his team to ensure that the company becomes a role-model for instilling gender parity across each department. “In the last few years, Jazz has made gender parity a mainstream priority with a focus to create an open and equitable culture that provides greater female representation. Some of the initiatives include a hiring process that encourages women to apply, access to extended maternity leaves, and a zero-tolerance towards inappropriate conduct,” he stated.

Speaking about the professional balance that women bring to the workplace, Aamir stated, “Women influence purchase decisions irrespective of their financial pedigree. To be able to have a workforce who understands the psyche of your potential consumers makes a lot of business sense. And in my experience, companies can benefit greatly by increasing employment and leadership opportunities for women in their workforce.  At Jazz, three out of the eight members of the executive leadership team are women, and some of the most talented individuals in our future leadership team are women.”

Aamir believes that with a stringent code of conduct in place and an anonymous reporting process, the company has moved beyond sexual harassment cases. “It is also imperative that leaders champion women’s rights and lead by example by setting goals and holding their top management accountable,” he added.

Aamir further emphasized the need of enforcing legal frameworks that mandate private organizations to contribute positively towards women empowerment and to have equitable gender inclusion policies at the workplace, especially when it comes to women being forced to exit on account of caregiving duties.

Jazz was among the few early adopters in Pakistan to fully commit itself to the Women Empowerment Principles, introduced by UN Women and the UN Global Compact that focus on steering corporates to promote gender equality and women empowerment.

Top 10 Struggles Of Online Dating In Pakistan

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Mehak Zehra
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Online dating is a phenomenon that is not less than an extreme sport in Pakistan. If you plan on coming to this side of the world, be prepared to be found out by your cousins, who will surely tell on you to your aunts. And then the news will reach your parents. If you are ready for that, then, by all means, enter the world of online dating. But if you think that it is a walk in the park if your relatives’ opinion doesn’t matter to you, then you couldn’t be more wrong.

So let’s list down some struggles that people phase when they are involved in online dating.

1. Did you get the right gender?

Well, you never know who it is on the other end. It could be some man acting like a girl. We have all been through that.

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2. When the person and the DP don’t match!

We all try to look our very best in our display pictures, but sometimes we try too much.

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3. When they plan out their whole life with you

You start the conversation with them, and they think you have agreed to get married to them. Well, that is another struggle convincing them you are not. Or you can just block them…

4. When you are on tinder, bumble, and every other dating site

This is when you are unsure of where your one true love is, so you make an ID on every app available. You just increased the probability of being caught by your Chacha.

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5. Dating sites ask stupid questions 

Making a profile on a dating app is another struggle. The app asks you stuff that doesn’t even make sense.

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6. They are everywhere!!!

We have all been through that. They won’t just fund your Instagram but Snapchat, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Orkut.

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7. What really matters

But when they start meme-ing with you, you know you have lost the fight.

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8. Switch on the stalking game

And when we match with someone, we must stalk them. The struggle is to make sure you do not end up liking way old pictures.

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9. When you tweak some details out too

You tweak details out, too, just like the other person. Have fun explaining those details once you hit it off.

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10. Forward to 8 people or else…

In the end, after spending months on a dating app, you are still single. That’s where you realize you should have sent that message you got in 2008 to 8 people. It did say you’d stay single if you won’t.

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If you have more struggles to share, let us know in the comments.

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Huawei Giving December Brings Gifts with Every Huawei Purchase

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The December festivities are upon us and while everyone is heading into the winter holidays spirit, Huawei has something exciting in store for its fans. For all their beloved phones such as; HUAWEI Nova 7i, HUAWEI Y9a, HUAWEI Y7a, HUAWEI Y8p and HUAWEI Y6p, people can get a guaranteed surprise gift*. This gives an option to choose from your most favourite device, whether it was the most searched HUAWEI Y9a, the fan favourite and most stylish Nova 7i, the superfast and powerful Y7a, the 48MP camera powerhouse Y8p or the youth centric Y6p.

During this “Huawei Giving December” campaign, consumers purchasing Huawei’s top selling smartphones will get delightful surprises and valuable gifts including; high-quality headphones, water-bottles, speakers and table-lamps, etc.

This campaign includes some of Huawei’s most feature rich devices that are easy on the pocket. Inheriting blistering performance, trendy designs and handy functions are characteristics of the Y series. The HUAWEI Y8p boasts a high-definition OLED screen, which represents a major enhancement over its predecessors. Despite its sleek, slender body, it manages to pack a powerful, AI-bolstered 48MP triple AI camera system and 4,000 mAh battery. While the HUAWEI Y7a promises incredible charging speeds, a long lasting battery, a stellar 48MP Quad camera and a massive storage. Meanwhile, HUAWEI Y9a offers a sleek design, powerful performance and good value for money – housing a 64MP Quad Camera which packs-in Huawei’s market-leading smartphone camera technology and the Halo Ring Design makes sure you stand out in more ways than one. On the other hand, the Nova Series has been highly anticipated in Pakistan. This year’s Nova 7i offers a wide range of innovative features for multi-tasking and immersive gaming. It is one of the most complete devices by the company that ticks all the right boxes – design, camera, processor, charging etc.

Being the most popular technology brand in Pakistan, all these revolutionary products reflect Huawei’s deep understanding of the evolving digital needs of the modern-day consumers, enhancing their performance with perpetual digital connectivity, on the go. In a fast-paced lifestyle, thy must engage globally, expressing and sharing their ideas, creativity, memories and experiences with the world.

*Limited stock only.

Master Changan Motors Unveils The All-New Changan Alsvin – Pakistan’s 1st Euro-5 Smart Sedan

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Master Changan Motors Limited has proudly unveiled the latest generation, Pakistan’s first Euro-5 Smart sedan car, the Changan Alsvin, at a press conference held in Karachi on 11th December, 2020 at the Marriott Hotel.

The Changan Alsvin is one of the most anxiously awaited sedans by not only car fanatics but mass-market consumers. The design language of the Changan Alsvin expresses it as a ‘smart sedan’ due to its unmatched technology, comfort, and luxury all while providing the nimbleness of a hatchback, and that too at an accessible price – truly standing by its motto – “Drive Your Dreams”.

Danial Malik – CEO of Master Changan Motors – explained some of the exclusive features, “The Alsvin brings the Pakistani consumers an impressive array of automotive technology that is being introduced for the first time in Pakistan these include; Pakistan’s first Euro5 engine, Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission, Start-Stop Technology (SST), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and a 7 inch Human Machine Interface (HMI) that allows the user to reconfigure multiple functions such as air conditioning, lighting, and locks.”

He added, “The Alsvin will provide the best value in its class with features that previously did not exist in the subcompact sedan segment such as the Electronic Sunroof, Cruise Control, Powerful Projector headlamps, Super Electronic Power Steering (Super EPS), reverse camera coupled with parking sensors and dynamic guidelines and heated side view mirrors.” It is pertinent to mention that the vehicle will be very safe due to its high tensile body, dual airbags, seatbelts, and the modern projector headlamp which doesn’t require an additional fog lamp.

The Alsvin is powered by a Bluecore VVT 1.37L (95 hp & 135nm torque) or 1.5L (105 hp & 145nm torque) engine, which is complemented by a beautiful front grill giving it an aggressive yet elegant exterior, while the interior has a sporty cockpit that is balanced with a plush ivory beige cabin. The Alsvin will surely be Pakistan’s most technologically advanced subcompact sedan, which promises an effortless driving experience.

Master Changan Motors is offering the Alsvin in three variants. The first is the 1.37-litre smart manual transmission variant. Alongside this, the car has 1.5 litres 5-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission (DCT); and at the top of the line, will be the luxurious “Lumiere” edition with 1.5-litre DCT packed with features customers in this segment could previously only have dreamt of.

Shabbir Uddin – Director Sales & Marketing – explaining the marketing strategy commented, “For long, customers had no other option but to opt for a bare bone hatchback or a feature packed yet used imported vehicle. Now Changan is offering a complete sedan that is loaded with features and brings them within the reach of consumers. Simply put, the Alsvin is designed by a world class team that pushes the status quo, for people that are sick of the status quo.”

The first locally produced Alsvin is all set to be rolled off the assembly line within a few days, from the company’s state-of-the-art plant that not only brings international standards to the local market but will also be the RHD export hub for Changan vehicles across the world.

 

Danial Malik, expressed great pride in introducing Pakistan’s best smart sedan car, saying, “Here at Master Changan, we dream of an auto industry where the customer doesn’t have to compromise on his or her dreams” and envisions an auto industry which is a “Win-Win” for all stakeholders; one where the customer wins, the dealers win, the auto part manufactures win and the nation wins.

Master Group of Industries is one of the oldest and most trusted brands of Pakistan since 1963. It caters to a variety of industries; mattress, and sleep industry – Master MoltyFoam & Master Celeste, office furniture and services – Master Offisys,Textile – Master Textiles, power generation – Master Wind Energy, Chemicals – Master Thermoshield, and automotive – Master Motors and Procon Engineering.

Master Motors has had major successes in the automotive industry and since 2002 has successfully introduced brands such as Foton, Mitsubishi Fuso, and Yutong, the company has continued to meet customer demand across various segments.

Master Changan Motors Limited acquired Greenfield status under the Auto policy 2016-2021 and entered into a joint venture with Changan automobile with an initial investment of $100 million – the largest investment of its kind by an OEM in Pakistan’s history. The company established a plant in Karachi with an annual production capacity of 30,000 units. The JV further invested $36 million to introduce the Alsvin in Pakistan and aims to bring in a couple of more exciting models by June 2021.

Changan is China’s No.1 domestic automotive brand consecutively for the last 10 consecutive years. The company invests 5% of its annual revenues in R&D giving it the best capability in automotive technology this has allowed them to introduce level 3 autonomous driving in China. Changan has a wide range of beautifully designed and high-quality sedans, SUVs, MVPs, LCVs and is well on its way to electrifying all its models by 2022. In their next phase, Master Changan Motors plans to introduce these electric vehicles in Pakistan as well.

Changan Alsvin booking starts from January 2021 and customers can pre-book their vehicles without paying anything on their website (www.changan.com.pk) to avail a limited time offer of 1-year free-maintenance services on their brand new Alsvin.

Daraz and TCS partner to provide FREE SHIPPING on large orders for 12.12 sale

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Daraz – the largest online shopping platform in Pakistan – is about to host the year end 12.12 sale. After a successful run with 11.11, they are shifting gears to make sure that all customers make the most out of the sale with a seamless experience.

The platform has partnered with TCS to provide convenience to customers through FREE SHIPPING on bulky orders on products including air conditioners, refrigerators, televisions and a lot more high value items which are available for up to 49% off from 12th-18th December exclusively on the Daraz App. For an accelerated customer experience for customers, Daraz has also increased visibility by making timelines more transparent for the customer by providing updates regarding when the item has been shipped and how long it will take to reach the customer.

Harris Jamali – CEO, TCS commented, “TCS has been serving Daraz in Pakistan almost since its inception and our partnership is based on mutual respect and collaboration. As true pioneers and market leaders in our respective spheres, we are both focused on pushing each other to new heights with the joint goal of strengthening not only our relationship but also the broader e-commerce ecosystem in the country and beyond.”

Both companies have a deep focus on providing the best customer experience and are confident that the added discounts on large orders will help customers. During the largest year end sale, customers will benefit significantly from TCS’s nationwide network coupled with Daraz’ 15 million plus assortment.

In an effort to provide further ease to customers while still offering discounts and ease in deliveries, Daraz has scaled up its team by adding 300 care champs to handle the high influx of customers during the 12.12 sale. This will further allow customers to have their queries resolved quickly.

Ehsan Saya, Managing Director Daraz Pakistan, spoke about how the platform is enveloping their customers in a complete experience. “Customer experience is our #1 priority – discounts, assortment size, delivery speed, all of those are done in order to ensure the customer has a pleasant experience on our platform. TCS has been by our side through thick and thin – and we are so excited to further invest in our relationship by offering customers free shipping on their large orders – we are confident this will further improve the experience for our customers..”

The year-end sale is just days away from its launch which will bring many flash sales, mega deals, engagement games, lucky draws and staggering discounts for the people of Pakistan. This 12.12 sale is all about making the customer experience and their journey seamless.

Top 10: List of Most Popular Pakistani Dramas Of 2020

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Mehak Zehra
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Pakistani drama industry is the best form of local entertainment even now when the film industry is once again starting to flourish. We do continue to debate those old Pakistani dramas used to be way better compared to the current ones. Still, the drama makers argue that the audience wants to watch the cliched saas-bahu storyline. And so in every drama, you have more or less the same rivalry’s the love life struggle and the evil in-laws. Top trending dramas, too, have similar plots. Let’s look at the top ten most popular Pakistani dramas of the year 2020.

1. Mere Paas Tum Ho

Starring Ayeza Khan as the antagonist, and Humayun Saeed as the naive romantic protagonist, Mere Paas Tum Ho broke the heights of popularity. The drama started at the end of 2019 and continued till 2020. The line that made it more popular was probably the ‘do takkey ki aurat’.

2. Muhabbat Tujhe Alvida

Zahid Ahmed, with Sonya Hussain and Mansha Pasha, played the lead in Muhabbat Tujhe Alvida. The story is about a woman trying to get rich but, in doing so, sells her husband off. The price is getting him married to another woman.

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3. Sabaat

The lead role was of Mawra Hocane, but Pakistanis loved Sarah Khan playing Miral. They adored how the soft-spoken Sarah got into the evil bourgeois character and owned the stage.

4. Ishqiya

We might see something happening between Feroze Khan and Hania Amir because their chemistry in Ishqiya was off the charts. It was lovely how the drama shows that the girl does not have to forgive her husband at the end. When she finds out that her husband blackmailed her sister, no matter how angry she was with her sister, she supported her and let go of her husband even though she loved him.

5. Fitrat

Saboor Aly is getting quite some fame playing the lead in Fitrat. Let’s see how it will end, but for now, it is amongst the popular drama list.

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6. Jalan

The girl in love with the sister’s husband. The one-liner tells you what you can expect in the dramas currently. But since it’s popular, you can also guess what people do want to watch.

7. Nand

Sometimes nands (husband’s sister) can also be innocent; maybe this way, the drama stands different from the others. But as you can see, even this storyline is plagued with in-law drama.

8. Thora Sa Haq

Ayeza Khan and Imran Abbas’s chemistry is always excellent. So even though I did not like the story, I still watched the whole drama.

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9. Ehd-e-Wafa

Army dramas always get eyeballs. And when it is star-loaded, you will definitely get a drama that will get immensely popular.

10. Dilruba

A girl with many guys in her life, even though she did not intentionally get involved with them, is in the wrong. She has to apologize and ask for forgiveness if she wants to get away from bad karma. Yes, this too was a famous Pakistani drama.

These were the top ten Pakistani dramas. If you disagree with us and have something to add, let us know in the comments.

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