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Atif Aslam Makes World Record For Pakistan!

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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The melodious Tajdar-e-Haram sung by the king of melody was the opening number for Coke Studio Season 8, and was the blockbuster for that season. The soulful qawwali has broken all records crossing over 100 million views becoming the first Pakistani composition to reach such heights.

Atif Aslam’s qawwali was the highlight of the entire season and is a favorite of one and all. Besides crossing the 100 million view mark, Tajdar-e-Haram has received over 5 million engagements and has been viewed in 186 countries across the globe.

The song was an instant hit from the first day it was released and symbolizes the magic of Coke Studio coupled with the direction of the brilliant Strings.

atif aslam

People across the world have lauded Atif Aslam’s work for Tajdar-e-Haram and it seems like it’s not just Pakistanis who think he’s amazing!

Renown Indian director was all praises for our rockstar.

Here’s what he had to say, 

“OUTSTANDING. Never imagined Atif Aslam’s singing could be this good.”

Well, Sanjay, he is THAT good! The big news caused quite a stir on social media and was the talk of the town!

Natasha Khan, a singer on Coke Studio congratulated Atif for this feat

In case you missed it, here’s Atif Aslam’s Tajdar-e-Haram for Coke Studio Season 8.

Have something to add to the story? Let us know in the comments below!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for latest news and updates.

PCB Prohibits Usman Shinwari & 3 Others from Playing Cricket Matches!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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Pakistan Cricket Board has prohibited many cricketers from participating in future matches until they get their medical clearance.

PCB is concerned about the fitness of their players, which include Usman Shinwari, Imad Wasim, Babar Azam, and Ruman Raees.

Along these four cricketers, 8 other cricketers have also been asked not to participate in any cricket match until deemed medically fit.

Recently, Pakistan played a series with Sri Lanka, whitewashing the Lankans in T20i matches. Shinwari’s massive contribution to the matches helps Pakistan secure a massive victory.

The 23-year-old finished with 5-34 as Sri Lanka, who won the toss and batted on an easy paced Sharjah stadium pitch, never recovered from early jolts of losing four wickets in the first three overs.

According to Crictracker, PCB has been considerate towards the cricketers who are willing to play in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

However, there have been conditional NOCs issued to those individuals.

On the other hand, the board has also requested the cricketers to take part in the domestic T20 series which is to start mid-November.

However, at the same time, PCB has issued special notices to skipper Sarfraz Ahmed, and a few other senior members to not participate in any other cricket match before the domestic T20 tournament.

Stay tuned for more news and updates.

SSC-I 9th Class Results 2017 Announced, Board of Secondary Education Karachi

By
Ghazala Sulaiman
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The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has finally announced the much-awaited results of SSC Part I (Class 9) Examinations 2017 for Science group.

Students of Science group seeking their marks can view their results for the SSC Part I (Class 9) Examinations 2017 here.

A special ceremony will be conducted to award the top three achievers at BSEK’s conference hall.

Earlier, Chairman of BSEK Professor Doctor Saeeduddin had announced that the results will be declared today on BSEK’s website

Congratulations to all students who passed with flying colors!

 

Twitter Pays Tribute to Quaid-e-Azam’s Only Daughter, Dina Wadia

By
Anusha Sachwani
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In a sad state of affairs, another life comes to an end, and this time, it is none other than our beloved Quaid’s daughter. His only daughter, Dina Wadia, passed away in her home in New York at the age of 98.

Dina was born on 15th August 1919 and married a Bombay-based Parsi businessman, Neville Wadia.

She is survived by her children Diana N Wadia, son Nusli N Wadia, her grandsons Ness and Jeh Wadia and two great-grandchildren Jah and Ella Wadia.

Dina was the only child of Muhammad Ali Jinnah from his second wife Rattanbai Petit who was also known as Maryam Jinnah after marriage.

She has last visited Pakistan back in 2004 for a cricket series between Pakistan and India and had not visited the country since her father’s passing in 1948.

“This has been very sad and wonderful for me. May his dream for Pakistan come true,” wrote Dina Wadia in the visitor’s book, during her visit at the mausoleum of Quaid-i-Azam. She had also visited the mausoleum of Madar-i-Millat Fatima Jinnah to pay respects to her aunt.

Social Media Tribute

Bollywood Diva Pretty Zinta remembers Dina Wadia

Pakistani Politician Sherry Rehman also pays tribute

 

Shehbaz Sharif Follows

May she rest in peace.

 

Haier’s Best Selling Refrigerator Globally, the Turbo Cool Series Leaves the Competition Far Behind in the Pakistan Market

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Web Desk
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Haier’s ever-popular Turbo Cool Refrigerator Series is a favorite with customers globally and here in Pakistan. The Turbo-Cool series now comes with a number of upgrades that make the series even better than before.

The word ‘Turbo’ is both for speed and enhanced operational efficiency. The Turbo series is designed for deeper cooling – minus 25 degrees Celsius (that is minus 7 degrees more than other refrigerators) and do it faster (more than 30% faster than the competition).

The Turbo Cool Refrigerator’s other industry-leading features include:

  • 50% Energy Saving, the result of Haier’s energy efficient technology
  • 40% thicker insulation, to increase cooling efficiency and retention
  • Multi-layer Gasket on the doors, to retain cooling inside
  • Balanced cooling throughout the refrigerator compartment
  • 5-way evaporator to increase cooling efficiency

Best of all, the upgraded Turbo Series Refrigerators come with Haier’s exclusive 10-year warranty. This means that with 50% energy saving your Turbo Series will probably pay back its price within three years of efficient operation.

Haier’s new upgraded Turbo Cool Series, more peace of mind and more money saving for you!

Karachi Biennale ’17 and TPL Insurance proudly present globally acclaimed Pakistani artist Shahzia Sikander

By
Anusha Sachwani
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The Biennale is Pakistan’s largest international contemporary art event aiming to bring together innovation, excellence and criticality through a multiplicity of curatorial strategies. Seeking to engage the community through art, the Biennale strengthens a global art exchange showcasing artists from Pakistan to the world.

The event focusses on the curated exhibits, with over 140 artists from all across the world including Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Far East. Amongst these artists is the critically acclaimed and internationally renowned Pakistani artist Shahzia Sikander, whose innovative work led her to her meteoric rise globally in the early to mid-nineties. At the age of 30, Sikander was accredited as the first South Asian artist and the youngest to have a survey on her work in Washington DC in 1999.

TPL Insurance  – the official sponsors for bringing Shahzia Sikander and her exclusive artwork to enthral the people of Pakistan in Biennale, are resolute that not only would her artwork be ‘eye catching’ for the public, but will also provide a learning opportunity for the youth of the country who wish to excel in the field of arts, by having an opportunity to witness artwork from an artist of such high stature as Shahzia, who is the first Pakistani-American to be inducted in the National Portrait Gallery Smithsonian (2017) and is also the first Pakistani to win the inaugural US National Medal of Art 2012.

In 2004, Newsweek listed Sikander as one of the most important South Asians transforming the American cultural landscape. In 2006 she received the Mac Arthur Genius Award and was also appointed a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum, Davos, Switzerland appointed Sikander as a Young Global Leader. In 2010, Sikander was elected a National Academician by the National Academy in New York City.

Sikander has served on the Master Jury 2013 for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture. She is a member of the Asian Art Council at the Guggenheim Museum, New York, and has also served on the artist advisory team for the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles. She is also a member of the board of trustees of Art21, the non-profit organization that produces Art in the Twenty-First Century documentaries. In 2017 she joined the New York City Mayor’s Advisory Commission on City Art, Monuments, and Markers.

Shahzia not only continues to inspire the artists from all generations through her artwork and supreme achievements, but also urges them to pursue contemporary miniature painting as she is also globally recognized for her ground breaking work in miniature painting at the National College of Arts, Lahore including her game-changer thesis “The Scroll (1989-90), which received national critical acclaim, winning the prestigious Shakir Ali and the Haji Sharif awards, subsequently launching the medium into the forefront of NCA’s program, and bringing international recognition to this medium within contemporary art practices.

While Shahzia’s impressive artwork continues to compliment the beauty of Biennale this year, large number of art-lovers are gracing the exhibition with their presence at the historical 160-year old Narayan Jagannath Vaidya (NJV) High School, which is the main venue of the event, while the spectacular Frere Hall has been chosen to host the closing ceremony of November 5.

The event is Pakistan’s largest international contemporary art event aiming to bring together innovation, excellence and criticality through a multiplicity of curatorial strategies. Seeking to engage the community through art, the Biennale strengthens a global art exchange showcasing artists like Shahzia Sikander and many others from across the globe to Pakistan.

Celebrating Brand Shah Rukh Khan on His Birthday!

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Bollywood’s ‘Baadshah’, Shah Rukh Khan needs no introduction, the star has evolved over decades from his debut in Deewana to his latest heartwarming film Jab Harry Met Sejal. To date, he’s been seen in 80 Bollywood films and has earned various accolades during this time.

We loved him then and we love him now!

SRK-BirthDay

King Khan has now become a brand in himself, one could say he’s been a brand ambassador for everything under the sun. His brand equity has always been dependable making him one of the highest paid celebrities in the world. From Pan masalas to huge endorsements like Pepsi and Tag Heuer he’s done it all!

On the star’s 52nd post, we take a look at some of the Iconic Ads SRK has appeared in over the decades! 

1. Pepsi

In an avatar, as never seen before, SRK never fails to surprise us! The Pepsi loving ‘Sapera’ caused quite a stir.

2. Pan Vilas TVC ft SRK and Adeel Chaudhry

This came as a shock to all as we didn’t think he would endorse a brand like Pan Vilas.

3. Lux

The first time Lux introduced a male brand endorser for their TVC’s they chose the superstar SRK creating a trend that has is now a norm.

4. Fair and Handsome

SRK was featured in Fair and Handsome, talking about his journey in Bollywood this ad was worlds apart from other fairness creams ads.

5. Tag Heuer

The couture Swiss watch brand chose SRK as one of the first faces outside of Hollywood to endorse their brand across Asia.

6. Hyundai

SRK was part of the ‘Be the Better Guy Campaign’ led by Hyundai Motors. Giving out safety messages such as don’t drink and drive and don’t use the mobile while driving.

7. Frooti

Bollywood’s King Khan was featured in this hilarious ad for the beverage brand, Frooti! The versatility Khan can portray in his various roles is what makes him an absolute treat to watch.

8. Sunfeast

Sunfeast Golden Bakes released this TVC in 2013, where SRK looks much younger and we can’t argue it is a funny ad.

9. D’Decor

Shah Rukh Khan stars alongside his better half Gauri Khan in this light-hearted commercial for the D’decor app that makes interior decorating a breeze!

 

10. Dish TV

The Raees star is incomplete with his popular SRK pose and charm, this Dish TV ad is full of Khan’s personality and charm which makes it worth the watch.

Have any more iconic SRK commercials to add to the list? Let us know in the comments below.

10 Mahira Khan TVC’s That Prove She’s The Most Wanted Brand Ambassador

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for latest news and updates.

NADRA Issues CNIC to Chinese Citizen & Pakistanis are Losing it!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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Remember the time NADRA changed your birthdate? Or the time when they accidentally spelt your name wrong making you think they should change their name to Starbucks? Well, jokes apart, this time, NADRA has issued an official CNIC too a Chinese man!

A picture of a CNIC belonging to Feng Lin Cui has been going viral. According to his CNIC, the country of stay is in China, Mainland. Here’s what Pakistanis are saying;

Social Media Reactions

So, now the real question is…. was the CNIC issued because he is a Pakistani by birth, and just got a Smartcard made, or, is it because of CPEC. Well, it makes more sense to come to a conclusion that CPEC is probably the right answer.

The project has open doors for thousands of individuals across the border to come and explore hundreds of opportunities Pakistan has to offer. In a report by ET,

“A lot of industries are already saturated in China,” said Zhang, who has worked in property, electrical appliances and household goods in China and says he wants to explore the potential for setting up factories or importing Chinese goods. “Pakistan’s development is behind China, so it will hold better opportunities compared to home.”

But the new arrivals face dangers, creating a headache for Pakistani security officials.  We are yet to see what happens and how many more Chinese individuals will be getting their own CNICs as CPEC starts nearing its completion.

 

Samsung Galaxy S9; Leaks, Specs, Price, Release Date & More

By
Anusha Sachwani
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It’s too hard to keep calm knowing that the Galaxy S9 is on its way, even though the Galaxy S8 just this the shelves a couple of months ago! None the less, the S9 is already stealing hearts and catching all the attention pre-hand.

Here is whats in store:

Specs

– 5.8in / 6.2in QHD+ Super AMOLED curved display (570ppi / 529ppi)
– Android 8.0 ‘O’
– Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (US) / Samsung Exynos (UK)
– Cat 18 LTE support (1.2Gbps download speeds)
– Display embedded fingerprint scanner
– Dual rear-facing camera
– Bixby AI assistant with dedicated button
– USB-C

Release Date

According to reports, Samsung might be debuting the S9 earlier than its usual expectancy which is towards the end of the year. In fact, the company could possibly be planning on launching it at MWC!

This has been further fuelled as the displays look set to arrive in November, which puts the final delivery date, based on previous timings, at January.

Price

The expected price of the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus are around £689 (just above Rs. 96,000) and £779 (108,674).

Leak: Facial Recognition

Samsung Galaxy S9 might be borrowing Apple’s Face ID feature! A new leak has hinted that Samsung will be trying a technology which is similar to Apple’s facial recognition, however, it is still not clear how ditto will it be.

Leak: Ditch or Not to Ditch Fingerprint Sensor?

It’s expected that Samsung will ditch the rear-facing fingerprint sensor, and there’s also talk that the S9 and S9 Plus will feature a dual camera setup similar to that seen on the Galaxy Note 8.

 

 

Shaan Shahid Gets Lauded By International Media

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Pakistan’s showbiz industry is known for the powerhouse talent it holds. Our very own actors and actresses have received appraise from across the globe and are often seen working across the border.

However, none have yet stepped into the glamor-filled Hollywood Industry that tops all entertainment industries of the world. We wouldn’t be shocked if this would change in the near future.

Shaan Shahid’s Arth – The Destination has been making waves in Pakistan, but it seems like it’s not just Lollywood that’s interested in our macho hero! Shaan has been seen speaking about his upcoming film internationally at BBC world in the United Kingdom.

Shaan Promotes Arth – The Destination at BBC World!

Shaan’s stardom Crosses International Borders!

The Arth star was also featured on a talk show on the BBC Asian Network with Haroon Rashid.

The film is all set to release on the 21st of December, 2017 and stars the beautiful Humaima Malick, Mohib Mirza, and the maestro, Shaan himself. As seen below, he’s the man behind and in front of the camera as well.

Humaima Malick Shares BTS shots from Arth 2

The movie is being edited and being brought to completion in London under the direction of Shaan 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for latest news and updates.

Ahsan Khan Alerts Pakistan to Help a Disabled Girl

By
Ghazala Sulaiman
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Over the past years, Ahsan Khan has proved that he is a force to be reckoned with! His awe-inspiring role as Paa-Imtiaz in drama serial Udaari was lauded by the whole nation, making him bag a plethora of accolades for his impeccable performance.

While he always has his hands full with various projects, Khan puts his glam-status to a good cause by focusing on charitable work and uses his influential voice to aware society about social issues.

The hero has been spotted countless times spending his day with the orphans of SOS Village. 

He even helped an educated old man get a job and set up a major example for the whole of Pakistan.

Many might not be aware that Ahsan set up a ‘Wall of Kindness’ for Karachi’s underprivileged lot. 

And now Khan has won millions of hearts by helping a disabled girl who is in dire need of medical aid.

Taking to Facebook, the actor has alerted the whole of Pakistan about her ordeal and requested his fans to contribute to her cause.

The young girl Afhseen, hailing from Mithi had a severe injury which led to her neck hanging at 180 degrees.

What is worse, Afsheen’s father is suffering from mouth cancer and hence the family needs some serious financial help.

Ahsan Khan’s love for humanity is apparent via his perpetual philanthropic efforts and he continues to serve as an inspiring role model to his aficionados.

Social media can not help lauding the superstar for putting his fame and fortune to good use. Let’s all unite to save Afsheen’s life and help her out for a better today and an even better tomorrow.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates.

 

 

 

 

 

Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust Allies with The Hunar Foundation to Launch Awareness Drive In Safeguarding Common Ailments

By
Web Desk
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Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust(LKMWT) has joined hands with The Hunar Foundation (THF) in an effort to create an awareness for various basic health issues and the particular effects of consuming “Gutka. To safeguard the common ailments within the society by adapting precautionary measures.

Following this alliance, ‘Gutka Eradication’ event was held at the Karachi Institute of THF, with the core purpose of educating the students about the harmful effects of eating gutka, and necessary precautionary steps that need to be ensured to overcome this addiction.

The workshop was conducted by Dr. Dinaz Ghandhi, Honorary Board Member LKMWT who is also an Associate Professor, Altamash Institute and Consultant oral and Maxillofacial surgeon at Aga Khan University Hospital. Ms Naeema Kapadia – Program Director — LKMWT, along with Mr Farman Khan and Mr Arsalan Khan of LKMWT, also participated in the workshop.

Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Dinaz Ghandhi said, “Our youth holds immense value in terms of the nation’s progress, and for that, it is our duty to ensure these young kids are well educated towards basic health issues.It is pertinent for these children to understand the level of threat, Gutka and other such eatables possess, it not only leads them to ailments but also halts their progress in academic lives,” she concluded.

Ms Naeema Kapadia of LKMWT added, ‘’We will continue to reach out to the marginalized communities in spreading awareness of the menace of gutka consumption. Together, LKMWT and THF aim to advocate, educate, and empower the youth of our communities for improved health.”

Also present at the event, were Air Commodore (Retd)- Muhammad Nasiruddin, Principal of the DMSTI of The Hunar Foundation- Karachi and Mr Abdul Razzaq Sandhu, Academic Coordinator at the DMSTI.

Air Commodore (Retd) Muhammad Nasiruddin added, “THF has given a platform to the Health Sector to raise awareness about urgent health care issues prevalent in our society. We at THF invited LKMWT to hold a workshop on the menace of gutka consumption– LKMWT raised concerns of THF students about the effects of using pan, chalia and gutka, who will now become ambassadors and carry the message to their families and communities forward.

The event and workshop were attended by many students along with the officials of LKMWT and THF, which aims to empower the youth of our country through such collaborations.

 

Pakistan Conquers ICC T20i Rankings for the First Time!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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The men-in-green have once again given us another reason to celebrate!

Under the captaincy of the hard-working skipper, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Pakistan is now leading the charts for ICC T20i Rankings!

Out of a total 14 games, the green shirts have won 12 games with tremendous effort, dedication, and of course, their talent! With New Zealand’s 53-run defeat by India, it brought them down by 3 points, placing them at 2nd.

This is the first time ever that Pakistan has reached the top of the T20I team rankings. India is placed fifth at 116 points and can at best go to the second position with a 3-0 win over New Zealand which will take them to 122 points.

ODI Rankings

Pakistan is currently ranking at #6 in One-Day International rankings. View table below;

Men’s ODI Team Rankings
(Last updated – 30 Oct 2017)
Pos Team Matches Points Rating
1  South Africa 53 6,386 120
2  India 53 6,379 120
3  Australia 52 5,948 114
4  England 54 6,156 114
5  New Zealand 49 5,432 111
6  Pakistan 46 4,560 99
7  Bangladesh 34 3,114 92
8  Sri Lanka 64 5,322 83
9  West Indies 40 3,077 77
10  Afghanistan 30 1,618 54
11  Zimbabwe 41 2,129 52
12  Ireland 25 1,028 41

Test Rankings

Men’s ODI Team Rankings
(Last updated – 10 Oct 2017)
Pos Team Matches Points Rating
1  India 36 4,493 125
2  South Africa 34 3,767 111
3  England 43 4,497 105
4  New Zealand 32 3,114 97
5  Australia 34 3,294 97
6  Sri Lanka 39 3,658 94
7  Pakistan 34 2,988 88
8  West Indies 30 2,260 75
9  Bangladesh 23 1,651 72
10  Zimbabwe 10 0 0

Congratulations Pakistan! Way to go boys!

World Bank’s Global Doing Business Rankings: Pakistan Witnesses Decline

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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The World Bank’s Global Doing Business Rankings depict a true picture of the country’s economy. The report covered 190 countries out of which Pakistan was ranked at 147, this was 3 positions lower from last year’s position of 144.

The Experts have termed the findings of the report on Pakistan as a set back to what the government has been portraying about the country’s otherwise ‘business-friendly’ impression.

How are Economies Ranked? 

Economies are ranked on their ease of doing business, from 1 – 190. This means the regulatory environment is friendlier, for starting and operating a local firm in the country. The rankings are determined by sorting the aggregate distance to frontier scores on 11 topics which consist of several indicators, giving equal weight to each topic.

The indicators include:

1. Starting a business
2. Dealing with construction permits
3. Getting electricity
4. Registering property
5. Access to finance
6. Protecting minority investors
7. Paying taxes
8. Trading across borders
9. Enforcing contracts
10. Resolving insolvency
11. Labour market regulations.

The following graph shows the ten most improved economies over the year: 

NewZealand has been selected as the country that has the most ease of doing business in 2018 out of 190 countries. Followed by Singapore and Denmark.

The top 5 economies on Ease of Doing Business in 2018

  1. New Zealand
  2. Singapore
  3. Denmark
  4. South Korea
  5. Hong Kong

The bottom 5 Economies As per World Bank’s Report

186. Yemen
187. South Sudan
188. Venezuela
189. Eritrea
190. Somalia

A snapshot of the economies listed under the Ease of Doing Business in 2018

 

Professor Dr. Athar Ahmed, Senior economist, termed the WB report a “matter of shame”. He further added,

“The report depicts the true picture of the economy. Pakistan should have been among the top 47 economies but unfortunately, it is the matter of shame for us. It would definitely dent the government of PML N”

 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for latest news and updates.

Prime Minister’s Fee Reimbursement Scheme 2017: How to Apply

By
Ghazala Sulaiman
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After Prime Minister’s Free Laptop Scheme for students of the nation, yet another great offer is on its way for the learners.

Students from economically weaker sections can now apply for Prime Minister’s Fee Reimbursement Scheme.

Introduced in June 2012, the scheme was initially designed to reimburse tuition fees and mandatory charges for the students of Balochistan, FATA, and Gilgit Baltistan. Now, as many as 114 districts of Pakistan are eligible for the offer.

Consequently, students are encouraged to pursue higher education from less developed areas through the easy financing of their tuition fees paid directly to universities.

Financial Coverage of the Scheme:

1.     Actual Tuition Fee (of Masters, MS/MPhil, and Ph.D. programs)

2.     On and Off Mandatory charges which includes Registration Fee/Enrollment Fee, Admission fee (For new admissions only), Examination Fee, Library charges(non-refundable), Laboratory charges, Research-related academic activities only.

3.     Non-study related heads like transport fee, hostel fee, Sports fee, Endowment Fund, Equipment Fee, Health Fee or Any Refundable dues will not be paid.

Approved Study Duration in which Student can get financial benefit under the Scheme
Programs Maximum duration
MA/M.Sc 2 years
MBA 3.5 Years
MS/MPhil 2 Years
MS/M.Phil (Medical Universities) 2 Years minimum -3 maximum Years
Ph.D (Natural Sciences) 5 Years
Ph.D (Social Sciences & others) 4 Years

 

 

Rules for Registration

  1. Kindly use your own CNIC, email, and mobile number for validation/new registration, as the provided data will be used for further processing. Provision of incorrect data may lead to disqualification from Prime Minister’s Schemes.
  2. Please register/validate yourself on PMFRS portal using the same email and phone number used in Laptop Scheme. Any correction for email and mobile number will not be entertained.
  3. Active email and active number are required once for Prime Minister’s Schemes and no correction will be entertained.
  4. Ensure that you enter your own active email address and phone number.
    Provision of incorrect, false or forged information may result in cancellation of your candidature at any stage.
  5. Don’t register anyone on your behalf: It would lead straight away to disqualification from the scheme.
  6. You won’t be able to receive the mobile verification code if your SIM is converted to another network.
  7. SMS verification code may be received within 10 – 15 min, so be patient.
  8. Multiple registrations against the same email will result in cancellation of all records.
  9. In case of CNIC correction for non-validated students, please share the scanned copy of your CNIC with your university focal person.
  10. If you are currently enrolled in a degree program and have already availed Fee Reimbursement Scheme for previous degree level, then you are required to send a request to HEC for allowing you to update your academic details.
  11. All student guides are available on portal in User Guides section: http://pmfrs.hec.gov.pk/guide.php.
  12. For further queries, you may visit FAQs section: http://pmfrs.hec.gov.pk/q-a.php.

Approved Regions & Universities

Provinces Districts (114) Approved Universities for Masters, MS/M.Phil Students Approved Universities for Ph.D students
Balochistan Kalat,Mastung,Khuzdar,Awaran,Washuk, Kharan/Rakhshan , Lasbela ,Ketch , Gwadar, Punjgur , Nasirabad, Jaffarabad ,Jhal Magsi,Bolan ,Quetta Urban, Quetta Rural,Pishin , Killa Abdulla ,Killa Saifullah,Barkhan ,Musa Khel, Loralai, Sheerani ,Zhob ,Dera Bugti ,Kohlu , Ziarat, Harnai , Sibi ,Nushki ,Chagai(Dalbandin), Turbat Public Sector Universities located in Balochistan Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Gilgit/ Hunza–Nagar, Gilgit, Skardu, Ghanche, Ghizar, Diamir, Astore Public Sector Universities located in Gilgit/ Baltistan Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Baltistan
Azad Jammu & Kashmir Bhimber, Kotli, Mirpur, Muzaffarabad, Hattian, Neelam, Poonch, Haveli, Bagh, Sudhnoti Public Sector Universities and Post Graduate Colleges located in Azad Jammu & Kashmir Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
FATA Bajaur, Khyber ,Kurram, South Waziristan, North Waziristan, Mohmand, Orakzai Public Sector Universities of Khyber PakhtunKhwa only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Frontier Regions (Peshawar , Kohat, Bannu, Lakki , D.I. Khan, Tank)
Interior Sindh Thatta, Badin, Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpur Khas, Tando Allahyar, Naushahro Feroze, Tando Muhammad Khan, Sanghar, Khairpur, Benazirabad/NawabShah, Dadu, Qambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Matiari, Ghotki, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Sukkur, Kashmore Public Sector Universities and Post Graduate Colleges located in Interior Sindh Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
South Punjab Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahwal Nagar, Multan, Lodhran, Khanewal, Vehari, Dera Ghazi Khan, Muzaffar Garh, Rajan Pur, Layyah Public Sector Universities and Post Graduate Colleges located in South Punjab Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Khyber Pakhtun Chitral, Lower Dir, Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Malakand, Kohistan, D.I.Khan, Tank, Lakki Marwat, Batgram, Kala Dhaka/Torghar, Kohat, Bannu, Hangu, Karak Public Sector Universities and Post Graduate Colleges located in Khyber PakhtunKhwa Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Khwa(selected Districts)
Punjab Attock Public Sector Universities and Post Graduate Colleges located in Attock Only All Public Sector Universities across the Country
Khushab, Mianwali and Bhakkar University of Sargodha and University of Education and their campuses and Post Graduate Colleges located in Khushab, Mianwali and Bhakkar only All Public Sector Universities across the Country

 

How to Apply

Students who are newly admitted in Public Sector University in Spring/Fall Session (depending upon the university’s admission cycle) are required to apply through online student web portal system i.e. http://pmfrs.hec.gov.pk/

Deadline

15th November 2017

PSL 3 2018 Players Draft: Schedule, Timings, Details & More

By
Anusha Sachwani
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New details have surfaced for all Pakistan Super Leauge fans! The first PSL 3 Players Draft is just around the corner!

According to Wisden India, the PSL 2018 Players Draft will be divided into 2 phases, the first to take place in mid-November.

“There were complaints that overage players featured in some of the teams and to overcome that a full process is devised and separate drafts will also allow some of the teams to finish with their talent hunt programmes for emerging players,” sources informed Wisden Pakistan.

PSL 3 Players Draft Date 

The first draft will take place on November 12th. The draft for emerging players will take place in early 2018, expected in early January, whereas the tournament is expected to stretch across a duration of February-March.

New Franchise and Additions

While many new foreign players have been selected for PSL, a new franchise called Multan Sultans has also been introduced.

PSL 2018 Players List: 13 International Cricketers Sign Up

The 5 existing franchises, Karachi Kings, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United, were allowed to retain nine players each and asked to release the other nine. The new team has since recruited nine players from among the ones let go.

PSL Squads Before the Draft

Quetta Gladiators

Players Retained: Sarfraz Ahmed, Kevin Pietersen, Rilee Rossouw, Mohammad Nawaz, Anwar Ali, Mahmudullah, Umar Amin, Mir Hamza, Asad Shafiq.

Islamabad United

Players Retained: Mohammad Sami, Andre Russell, Rumman Raees, Shadab Khan, Misbah-ul-Haq, Samuel Badree, Iftikhar Ahmed, Amad Butt, Asif Ali.

Lahore Qalandars

Players Retained: Umar Akmal, Sunil Narine, Brendon McCullum, Fakhar Zaman, Yasir Shah, Cameron Delport, Aamer Yamin, Bilawal Bhatti

Players Traded: Sohail Khan in for Mohammad Rizwan who leaves for Karachi Kings

Karachi Kings

Players Retained: Usman Khan, Usama Mir, Khurram Manzoor, Ravi Bopara, Imad Wasim, Babar Azam, Mohammad Amir

Players Traded: Mohammad Rizwan in for Sohail Khan who leaves for Lahore Qalandars
Shahid Afridi from Peshawar Zalmi

Peshawar Zalmi

Players Retained: Mohammad Hafeez, Wahab Riaz, Shakib al Hasan, Kamran Akmal, Darren Sammy, Hasan Ali, Haris Sohail, Chris Jordan, Mohammad Asghar.

Multan Sultans

Shoaib Malik, Kieron Pollard, Kumar Sangakkara, Sohail Tanvir, Mohammad Irfan, Junaid Khan, Sohaib Maqsood, Irfan Khan, Kashif Bhatti

Teams PSL 2018 Teams Squad players list
Islamabad United Mohammad Sami, Andre Russell, Rumman Raees, Shadab Khan, Misbah-ul-Haq, Samuel Badree, Iftikhar Ahmed, Amad Butt, Asif Ali
Karachi Kings Usman Khan, Usama Mir, Khurram Manzoor, Ravi Bopara, Imad Wasim, Babar Azam, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, Shahid Afridi
Peshawar Zalmi Mohammad Hafeez, Wahab Riaz, Shakib al Hasan, Kamran Akmal, Darren Sammy, Hasan Ali, Haris Sohail, Chris Jordan, Mohammad Asghar.
Quetta Gladiators Sarfraz Ahmed, Kevin Pietersen, Rilee Rossouw, Mohammad Nawaz, Anwar Ali, Mahmudullah, Umar Amin, Mir Hamza, Asad Shafiq
Lahore Qalandars Umar Akmal, Sunil Narine, Brendon McCullum, Fakhar Zaman, Yasir Shah, Cameron Delport, Aamer Yamin, Bilawal Bhatti, Sohail Khan
Multan Sultans Shoaib Malik, Kieron Pollard, Kumar Sangakkara, Sohail Tanvir, Mohammad Irfan, Junaid Khan, Sohaib Maqsood, Irfan Khan, Kashif Bhatti

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Win Your Dream Home in Dubai: Here’s How

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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With a large chunk of people working as expats outside of Pakistan, the remittances that come into the country every year make up a sizable amount of the country’s overall income.

For those who work in the UAE, this is the best time to remit money back home, Al Ansari Exchange, a UAE based foreign exchange, and money transfer company has a massive winter promotion, ‘Win Your Dream Home’  which expats must avail!

The winners can take home 1kg of gold and cash prizes worth more than DH 75,000. The promotion is reported to last for two months and has kicked off from today. The last day to take advantage of this exciting promotion is the 31st of December.

However, the bumper prize that Al Ansari Exchange is offering is an unbelievable one. Every customer who takes part in the promotion will have the chance to win the grand prize of owning a dream home worth DH 500,000 and other cash prizes as well.

There is also a bonus electronic draw that customers can enter to win 1kg gold for every second qualified transaction made within a week. Any transactions on the website and app can also be eligible to enter all draws.

Talking to Khaleej Times, the General Manager, Rashed Al Ansari of Al Ansari Exchange talks about the success of the campaign they held last year. 

“The success of last year’s inaugural campaign prompted us to relaunch the “Win Your Dream Home” campaign together with bigger prizes and other chances of winning.

He further added,

Many of our customers are working hard to be able to realize their dreams, and on top of the list is owning a home. Hence, we strive to make our promotions highly relevant to what is important to our customers.”

The winter promotion is great news and as Rashed Al Ansari mentioned, owning a house/property in Dubai is something every expat dreams of and is the ultimate goal they are working towards.

For those in the UAE, this opportunity should not be missed at any cost!

Dubai Residency Visa: All You Need to Know

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for latest news and updates.

Careem & Uber Fares Likely to Increase in Punjab!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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Ever since ride-hailing services like Careem and Uber have been introduced in Pakistan, the convenience of travelling has improved overall.

However, if you are a daily user of either app and live in Punjab, then there might be a bad news in store for you.

The government of Punjab might increase the fares of both hailing services as per their new policy.

According to the policy, the owners will have to get all vehicles commercially registered for which they will have to pay a heftier amount, encouraging them to increase their rates.

According to Tribune, Punjab Information and Technology Board and the transport and excise departments formulated the new policy and the provincial government has approved it.

Earlier, the services were suspended because the vehicles were not registered in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. Punjab board declared the services “illegal”, asking the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) to block the apps.

Lizard Found in Nimco Packet from Leading Supermarket

By
Alefyah Hasnain
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Pakistanis and their love for food has no bounds. Be it breakfast, lunch, dinner or tea time, we’ve got a special dish for each meal. However, the substandard quality of food in the country has everyone on the lookout for any red flags related to food items, be it in a restaurant, a supermarket or the nearby grocer.

The growing substandard food in the country has led to various eateries and superstores getting raided for the unhygienic items available. In Punjab, the Punjab Food Authority has taken control over the province’s food safety and regulations.

However, this time around it is a superstore in Karachi that has landed itself in trouble. The huge chain, Imtiaz Superstore is in hot water after a buyer posted a video on Facebook which shows a ‘Fried Lizard’ inside a ‘Nimco’ packet that was bought at the store.

The person who uploaded the video has made sure to add proof to the story including receipts of the nimco packets bought from Imtiaz.

It is a shock to see such poor quality coming from Imtiaz as it is one of the most visited stores in Karachi, where masses come to shop for their monthly ration! The public is devastated by this news as not only is this utterly disgusting but highly unsafe for human consumption.

Watch the video of the Nimco containing a ‘Fried Lizard’ here:

What are your thoughts on the story? Do you have anything to add? Le

Meat & Milk Injected with Drugs Confiscated in Islamabad Markets!

By
Anusha Sachwani
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In a recent seizing of unhealthy food raids, it was found that meat and milk which was being sold in the markets of Islamabad were injected with steroids.

A special recommendation was also placed by the parliamentary panel to establish a specialized centre to examine both products before they are sold off into the markets. The purpose is to ensure quality is maintained and healthy products are being distributed.

On this matter, Senator Sajjad Hussain Turi, who is Senate Standing Committee on Health, added to this matter that a central poultry farm and public abattoir should be set up in Islamabad to ensure certified meat is provided to the residents.

He further added that this is unacceptable and action needs to be taken against individuals and organizations and those who are supplying unhealthy food on purpose.

According to RS Tech, 70,000 litres of milk has been tested by the administration and 50% of it was filled with chemicals. 208 retailers who sold this milk were issued notice and 1317 were given awareness lectures.

Posh markets in the capital like Kohsar market is also selling low standard meat. The meat is contaminated using steroids and chemicals that are extremely dangerous for the health of the people.

The discussion will further take place in meetings until a final decision is made.

 

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