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Is Pakistan Facing the Worst Ever Brain Drain?
More than 1.2 million young people have left Pakistan for a better future Image: Wego Travel Blog It seems like that the only objective driving the lives of Pakistani youth is going abroad in search of better opportunities. According to the official data, more than 400,000 highly qualified young Pakistanis have left the country during […]
Netflix Profile Transfer Tool Allows Users to Send New History to Existing Customers
Image: Variety Netflix users can now send new viewing history and recommendations to existing accounts by using the profile transfer tool. Previously, this option was only available for new accounts. With this new update, now the users will be able to go back to their existing or inactive accounts. This new update will benefit more […]
Careem Introduces Mass-commute Carpooling Options Via Route Optimisation to Save Cost
The recent inflation has affected everyone including the business community and corporations who are now opting for mass-commute services to save costs. Realizing the potential opportunity here, leading ride-hailing service Careem has decided to launch custom-made commute solutions for organizations. Muhammad Imran Saleem, General Manager of Careem Pakistan told a local newspaper, “Given the increasing […]
Price of gold in Pakistan continues to fall
On Wednesday, the price of gold in Pakistan experienced a slight dip, closing at Rs. 204,000 per tola, according to data released by the All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA). The price of 24-carat gold decreased by Rs. 500 per tola, reaching Rs. 204,000, while the price of 10 grams fell by Rs. 429, […]
Here is how you can Apply for Bank Islami’s ‘Graduate Trainee Officer Programme’
Bank Islami has announced its 2-year Graduate Training Officer Programme (GTO) and is looking for bright and ambitious minds to join a dynamic and professional network. The Bank Islami has an extended network of 380 plus branches in more than 140 cities. The GTO program will be held at the Head Office, in Karachi. Eligibility […]
Open Auction Announced for Eateries and Cafes in Capital Street Islamabad
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has made an official announcement regarding the dates for an open auction of 1-kanal plots in Shakarparian, Islamabad. These plots will be designated for eateries, cafes, and restaurants in the upcoming Capital Street Islamabad, which aims to replicate the charm of renowned walking streets like JBR Dubai, City Walk Dubai, […]
Google Doodle Celebrates the Iconic ‘Gol Gappa’ with Interesting Game
Image: Google Google Doodle is honouring the iconic street food of South Asia, Gol Gappa’ with an interesting game today (July 12th). Gol Gappa’, Pani Puri, or Puchka is a favourite snack in Pakistan and India and is loved by people of all ages. This savoury snack is made of crispy hollow balls filled with […]
New WhatsApp Feature Allows Users to Hide Phone Numbers from Community Members
Image: Reader’s Digest The Meta-owned WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature allowing users to hide their phone numbers from other community members. The newly-launched feature is available for the updated version on Android and iOS. The feature is aimed at enhancing user privacy and is now available for more users. WhatsApp has been experimenting […]
Winners of ICC Players of the Month Award
On Tuesday, Wanindu Hasaranga of Sri Lanka and Ashleigh Gardner of Australia were crowned as the ICC Players of the Month for June, marking their outstanding performances. Hasaranga showcased exceptional bowling skills, claiming an impressive 26 wickets with an astonishing average of just 10.00. Notably, he made history by becoming the first spinner to achieve […]
Rawalpindi resident takes his life after being harassed by loan apps
In a heart-wrenching incident, a 42-year-old resident of Rawalpindi ended his life after being subjected to relentless harassment and threats from representatives of digital lending apps. According to the deceased’s wife, her husband initially borrowed approximately Rs. 13,000 to cover the expenses of house rent and school fees for their children after losing his job. […]
“Women on Wheels” Program to Offer 22,000 Scooties at Discounted Price
Image: Ticketwala.pk The federal government of Pakistan has launched a new initiative in which Twenty-two thousand Scooties will be offered to women at discounted prices. The program “Prime Minister’s Women on Wheels” will give these scooties to women across Pakistan who are working or studying. The initiative is aimed at making women independent in terms […]
Startup Funding in Pakistan Drops by 95%, Stands at $5.2 Million
The second quarter of 2023 has not been kind to the startup ecosystem of Pakistan as the funding have significantly decreased. According to Data Darbar, the funding have reduced by 95% as compared to the previous year and shows a drop of 77.5% as compared to the previous quarter. The current startup funding in Pakistan […]
Travelers Stranded on Karakoram Highway Due to Monsoon-Triggered Floods
The Karakoram highway has become a troublesome route for travelers as reports of being stranded due to monsoon-triggered floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Gilgit Baltistan (GB) continue to rise. A viral video on social media recently captured a terrifying landslide on the Gilgit-Skardu Road. Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties, but numerous travelers […]
HBL Wins Best Bank for Digital Solutions Pakistan 2023
HBL (Habib Bank Limited) has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Bank for Digital Solutions Pakistan’ for the year 2023 by Asiamoney. This recognition is accompanied by HBL securing its fifth consecutive ‘Best Domestic Bank’ award for the same year. Asiamoney commended HBL in their citation for the ‘Best Bank for Digital Solutions Pakistan’ […]
Punjab Launches Online Donation Portal for Shrine Restoration
In a recent meeting chaired by Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister (CM) Mohsin Naqvi, plans were made to revitalize and expand the revered saints’ shrines. A significant step towards this goal includes the establishment of an online donation portal to facilitate contributions. The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) has been tasked with developing the portal, which […]
Virgin Atlantic Suspends Operations in Pakistan
British Airline Virgin Atlantic announced to suspend its operations in Pakistan on Sunday. The airline started operations in Pakistan in 2020 from Islamabad International Airport and was offering seven weekly flights initially. Later on, it was reduced to three flights per week to London’s Heathrow Airport. Virgin Atlantic was flying between London, Lahore and Islamabad. […]
This is How A Smartwatch Helped A Woman Discover Her Boyfriend is Cheating
Image: Times Now A video of a woman is getting viral on Tiktok recently in which she claimed to have discovered the cheating of her boyfriend via a Smartwatch. The couple had synchronized smartwatches for emergency situations. However, one night the woman noticed an unusually increased activity in her boyfriend’s smartwatch. It was 2 am […]
Parents Should Avoid This Potentially Fatal Mistake While Putting Children to Sleep
Image: Daily Mail Parents are advised to avoid this potentially fatal mistake when putting children to sleep. According to a team at CPR Kids, parents should never put their children to sleep when they are wearing a beanie, bonnet or hoodie. The team said, ‘Keeping your baby’s head and face uncovered during sleep reduces the […]
Shehbaz Sharif accuses Imran Khan for launching campaign against Pakistan army
In a series of tweets on Sunday, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif accused former Prime Minister Imran Khan of engaging in a “vile, sinister, and malicious campaign” against Army Chief General Asim Munir. Sharif claimed that Khan was using proxies to target the army chief, stating that his tactics of threatening assassination attempts have been […]
Pakistan should also demand neutral venue for World Cup matches just like India did for Asia Cup
Minister of Inter-Provincial Coordination, Ehsan-ur-Rehman Mazari, has voiced his concerns about Pakistan touring India for the upcoming ICC World Cup. Mazari stated that Pakistan should demand to have their World Cup matches played at a neutral venue, citing India’s decision to do the same for the Asia Cup 2023. We would demand to play World […]