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Glittering opening ceremony lined-up for HBL Pakistan Super League 6

Atif Aslam to make his HBL PSL opening ceremony debut, Imran Khan, Humaima Malik and the HBL PSL 6 anthem stars to also provide rich entertainment on Saturday, 20 February evening

Karachi, 14 February 2021: The HBL Pakistan Super League 6 will start with a glittering opening ceremony on 20 February with an entertainment-packed event which will include renowned artists including Atif Aslam, Imran Khan, Humaima Malick and the HBL PSL 6 Anthem artists: Naseebo Lal, Aima Baig & Young Stunners.

Internationally acclaimed singer Atif Aslam will be making his first appearance in the HBL PSL opening ceremony, the league has been launched every year with a colourful opening ceremony since its inception in 2016.

Renowned rap artist Imran Khan will also be making his debut at the HBL PSL stage.

The HBL PSL 6 opening ceremony will be have some parts filmed offshore in a specially designed studio space in Turkey.

The first four ceremonies were held at the Dubai International Stadium while the 2020 opening ceremony was staged at the National Stadium Karachi, and the same venue will play host to the 2021 ceremony.

As has been the tradition in earlier editions, the opening ceremony will be followed by the first-match of the season, defending champions Karachi Kings will play Quetta Gladiators in the night match.

Director Commercial PCB Babar Hamid: “This year promises to be really exciting especially the state-of-the-art technology being used to create this experience for Pakistani fans. As always, the excitement of the opening ceremony is further raised with the opening clash of the tournament, and the people in Karachi, I am sure will look forward to see Karachi Kings and Quetta Gladiators take the field as they both enjoy a huge fan base in the city.”

The ceremony will be aired on PTV Sports & Geo Super. The opening ceremony start time will be revealed in the coming week.

Naseebo Lal, Aima Baig and Young Stunners sung Groove Mera PSL 6 Anthem

HBL PSL 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ released

• The anthem has been sung by Naseebo Lal, Aima Baig & Young Stunners, the music video features Shadab Khan, Sarfraz Ahmed, Shan Masood, Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi & Wahab Riaz

Karachi, 06 February 2021: The HBL Pakistan Super League 6 anthem, “Groove Mera” has been launched today. The anthem will be playing on leading TV channels and will also be available on HBL PSL digital platforms throughout the 2021 edition of the most popular Pakistani cricket event of the calendar.

Continuing the rich tradition of entertaining HBL PSL fans with a new anthem for each season, “Groove Mera” refers to the swing and feel of the movements of cricketers. It refers to moments of finesse that one finds in the heart of every cricket match.

This year’s anthem also reflects the realities of the Covid-19 pandemic. As majority of the fans will be watching Pakistan’s biggest sporting event remotely, this anthem cheers both players on the field and their fans at home as they celebrate their groove!

The anthem is a celebration of Pakistan’s musical diversity. The mix of artists is particularly exciting as it represents artists from opposite ends of Pakistan’s musical spectrum. The anthem brings together voices from Pakistan’s rich musical landscape: regional folk and urban sounds of pop and hip-hop.

Singer Naseebo Lal is an industry veteran and cultural icon, whose grasp over regional tradition is acknowledged by fans and music critics across the country.

Aima Baig is considered the pop symbol of this generation, having voiced some of Pakistan’s biggest hits in the past few years. Alongside these two powerhouse female artists, the HBL PSL 6 anthem features hip-hop superstars, Young Stunners, who with their grounded voice and social outlook have gained an unprecedented online following.

The video, directed by Fida Moin, includes six leading cricketers who would be featuring for their respective franchises in the tournament, the players are Shadab Khan (Islamabad United) Shan Masood (Multan Sultans), Sarfraz Ahmed (Quetta Gladiators), Babar Azam (Karachi Kings), Shaheen Shah Afridi (Lahore Qalandars) and Wahab Riaz (Peshawar Zalmi).

Director Commercial PCB Babar Hamid: “The HBL Pakistan Super League 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ is the latest addition to the blockbuster anthems that the league has produced over the years. Each year we have endeavoured to produce top-quality HBL PSL anthems and all our previous anthems have made a big impact and have been received very well by our fans in Pakistan and abroad.

“This year’s anthem has been sung by the legendary Naseebo Lal and features the hugely popular star Aima Baig along with the young sensation Young Stunners. We are confident that the fans will appreciate the anthem and it will make them groove like the anthems of the past did.

“Meanwhile, we are fully focused and as always working around-the-clock with the sole intention of delivering another exciting and world-class edition of the HBL PSL which will once again provide rich entertainment through quality cricket with some of the biggest T20 stars in the world plying their trade at the National Stadium and Gaddafi Stadium.

“The fans in Karachi and Lahore that will be re-entering the stadiums after a year-long gap, will have a lot to look forward to both with in terms of the on-field action and ‘Groove Mera’ entertaining them in the stands!”

Naseebo Lal: “It feels great to be a part of the anthem because I have never done a song like this where I have enjoyed myself so much.”

Aima Baig: “I feel overwhelmed – it’s been an amazing journey and I’m really thankful for the opportunity. The vibe of the anthem is very street and urban with elements of festival EDM.”

Young Stunners, Talha Younis: “I’m honoured to be a part of the HBL PSL 6 anthem and it’s been an excellent experience. This time the HBL PSL has tried something different and out-of-the-box and I feel like

• The song can be viewed here

Hareem Shah Slapped Mufti Qavi and This is the Reason

Mufti Abdul Qavi is a prominent Islamic Scholar; however, these are the controversies with women that keep him in the limelight. Earlier, it was Qandeel Baloch and now his latest video surfaced with Hareem Shah, a Tiktok Influencer.

Shah shared a video of herself and Qavi on Monday in which she can be seen slapping the cleric. In the video, Qavi is sitting on the bed when out of nowhere, Shah lands a slap on his face because of his ‘vulgar’ remarks.

https://twitter.com/i/status/1351233294466220040

The video is from a hotel in Karachi which has also been uploaded on Hareem Shah’s Instagram account where she says, ““I will share the reason for slapping Mufti Qavi soon.”

While talking to a media channel, Shah said that the reason she slapped Qavi is that she lost her patience. The scholar engaged in inappropriate conversation with her and a cousin who went there with her.

The Tiktok star also shared that Mufti Qavi shamelessly talked about drugs, alcohol and forbidden sexual relationships.

Shah also claims that they have recording of the whole conversation and public can decide themselves whether or not this slap was justified. She went on to say that she has no regrets of hitting Qavi.

Source: Twitter

In his defence, Mufti Qavi says that this was a sudden slap and he was not expecting this. All this happened when he was drinking tea and these two women entered to slap him and left.

This is too early to comment on this story. All we know is that both the characters have been in news in the past for all the wrong reasons. Moreover, it is better to wait for more details to form an opinion.

What do you think about this story? Please share with us in the comments.

2021 Is Going to Be the Shortest Year in Decades and Here Is Why?

Research suggests that in the last five decades the Earth is rotating faster than it ever has. This has made experts realize that 2021 could become the shortest year in decades, even shorter than 2020.

Source: Facebook

However, this does not mean that we will be celebrating 2022 shortly. In fact, the time difference will be so nominal that we will not be able to notice that. The earth will move faster only a few milliseconds. That is, it!

All this is happening because our planet is moving faster on its axis. This is making days shorter and no one exactly knows the reason behind it yet.

Scientists believe that a number of factors are responsible for this difference including motion of the Earth’s molten core, its atmosphere and the oceans.

Understanding Time

One day is the time required by the Earth to complete its rotation around the sun. In order to measure this time period, experts have come up with hours, minutes and seconds.

It is anticipated that a day will be 0.05 milliseconds shorter than a regular 24-hour day in 2021 because of the Earth’s fast speed.

Source: Facebook

Understanding Leap Years and Leap Seconds

The concept of leap years is known to many of us. in leap years, after every four years, a day is added to February to ensure we match the pace of the Earth.

Similar to the concept of leap years, leap seconds were introduced and since 1972, 27 leap seconds have been added to our clocks. However, since 2016, no leap seconds have been added because the earth is now moving a little bit slower.

It is said, that if the situation goes around like this, we will soon have to take away a leap second from our clocks to match the movement of the earth.

Thinking about how this will be done? Let us leave this to the experts!

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Three Must-Watch Dramas You Should Not Miss Out On

Aulaad

Great values, good education, and devotion is what is matters the most for these parents

Writer: Syed Ameer Ali Shah

Director: Aabis Raza

Cast: Mohammad Ahmed, Marina Khan, Hassan Niazi, Furqan Qureshi, Nabeel Zuberi Minsa Malik Hina Javed Qudsia Sunita Marshal and others

 ARY Digital

Aulaad has an interesting plot, logical scenarios and is well written keeping in mind a purpose. We finally get to see a drama, after a long time, in which the storyline revolves around the elders, I.e., parents. It is interesting to see their perspective, that too from an emotional angle. It has been only 3 weeks Aulaad is on air but the storyline with strong characters already seems promising. On top of it, it is also breaking stereotypes and it is refreshing to see a daughter in law having a caring and loving character.

Aulaad Drama Serial on ARY TV
Source: HUM TV YouTube

Raqs-e-Bismil

An unusual love Story

Writer: Hashim Nadeem

Director: Wajahat Rauf

Cast: Imran Ashraf, Sarah Khan, Mehmood Aslam, Nida Mumtaz, Anoushay Abbasi, Momin Saqib, Javeria Abbasi, Gul E Rana, Saleem Mairaj and others

HUM TV

It has been only 4 weeks Raqs e Bismil is on air, however, it has already grabbed viewers’ attention. With each episode, the expectations are rising and it is needless to say that this seems an unusual story of two people who will eventually fall in love. Strong characters, amazing screenplay and twists and surprises on the right time are what make this drama a must watch

Raqs-e-bismil on HUM TV
Source: HUM TV Media

Mushk

Mushk is all about love

Writer: Imran Ashraf

Director: Aehsun Talish

Cast: Imran Ashraf, Urwa Hocane, Qavi Khan, Moomal Sheikh, Osama Tahir, Raza Talish, Sehar Khan, Shamoon Abbasi, Mohammad Ahmed & Others

HUM TV

A well-thought script that is still interesting even though the drama is about to end in the weeks to come. The intriguing plot is what has hooked the audience all this time. Though Guddi and Adam have just started to fall in love, it would be interesting to see where it heads in the upcoming episodes.

The drama is so well-executed and well-written, it gives the vibes of old PTV dramas that we thought will never come back, but it is. Huge round of applause for Urwa and Imran for acting brilliantly. A highly recommended drama you shouldn’t miss out on.

Mushk Drama Serial on HUM TV
Source: HUM TV Media

Which dramas are you watching these days? Share your favourites with us.

How to Make Perfume Last Longer

What is the use of that charming personality when you are not smelling nice? You may be showering your favourite perfume again and again, but sadly, it is just a short fix. A better solution is to use the right amount of perfume with tricks that will make it last longer.

Moisturize Skin Before Applying Perfume

You can never go wrong with a little moisturizer as it helps locking in the perfume better. Use an unscented moisturizer to avoid mixing up two fragrances.

Use Perfume After Shower

Hygiene is important but it is even more important when you are about to apply a perfume. A clean and dry body ensures that you smell nice throughout the day, without any body or sweat smell.

Keep Perfumes Away from Heat

Perfumes that are kept in dry and cool places tend to last longer because their quality and molecular structure remain intact. The same perfume will lose its fragrance when placed under the sunlight or at a damped shelf.

Use Hairbrush to Scent Your Hair

Who does not like good smelling hair? The best way to do so is by spraying a little amount of your favourite perfume on your hairbrush and then combing the hair with it. Your hair will smell good the whole day without any damage because you are using a brush to scent your hair.

Do Not Rub

Rubbing perfume can break down its chemical composition, causing the fragrance to go away fast. Instead of rubbing, try dabbing gently and experience the difference yourself.

When you apply perfume the right way, you end up smelling good all the time. Above all, you do not have to apply it again and again.

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The Love Story Finally Begins! Raqs e Bismil – Episode 4 Review

This was a much-awaited episode, thanks to the last epidode where Zohra finally reveals her true identity to Moosa. Now the audience was eagerly waiting to see how Moosa will react to this reality. This episode shows that there is no going back for Moosa. On the other hand, Zohra, too, seems to be liking him, which is a bit off as she gave the impression of being a hard-to-get person. Esa and Sakina are two more characters who are coming in the limelight with each episode.

Raqs-e-Bismil | Episode 4 | Digitally Presented By Master Paints | HUM TV | Drama | 15 January 2021

The Love Story Finally Begins! Raqs e Bismil – Episode 4 Review

Moosa is still struggling to name his feelings for Zohra. At one point, he does confess his love for her though. This is against his own beliefs and is contrary to picture of the woman he imagined he would fall in love with. Turns out, Moosa is head over heels in love with Zohra, even after knowing everything about her. In order to find out answers to his questions, Moosa even agrees to pay for a meeting with his love. It would be interesting to see how Ana Ji handles this situation further as she has already got an idea about what is cooking.

Sakina’s character is a bit smarter than the audience anticipated. She is capable of manipulating people and this is exactly what she is doing with Esa. Esa, who has started liking her, is falling for her tricks.

Raqs e Bismil reflects the dual standards we have for male and female in our society. Like when Sakina was in a similar situation, Pir Sahab behaved differently and now with Moosa, he appears to be more relaxed. Also, Pir Sahab is such an influential figure in his area, yet he went to get his son released, why? This could have easily been done via a phone call.

It is needless to say that Moosa and Esa are two characters who are doing exceptionally good acting. Zohra seemed a little bit less impressive today but Sakina surprised everyone with her performance. Looking forward the next episode now.

Muhammad Ayan and Muhammad Aman 9-Month-Old Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated in Pakistan

[Karachi 15 January 2021] Muhammad Ayan and Muhammad Aman, born as conjoined twins to Mr. and Mrs. Israr Ahmed, are now living as two healthy children after a successful separation surgery performed at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) on 12 December 2020.

Ayan and Aman were Omphalopagus type of conjoined twins, in which the bodies of the two are joined at the abdomen and several internal organs are shared, including liver and sometimes the intestines. The twin brothers shared a small portion of the liver.

Credit: AKUH

‘It was an extremely challenging journey for us. Before coming to AKUH, I had a dream that Ayan and Aman were separate. That dream gave me hope’, said Israr, while narrating the events that led him to AKUH. ‘My family and I were convinced that this hospital is for the rich and receiving treatment from here will never be a possibility for us. But, my Allah made the Aga Khan University Hospital the saviour of my children. The doctors told us to not worry about the expenses, as they would be taken care of by the Patient Welfare Programme.’

Conjoined twinning is a very rare congenital anomaly, with an overall incidence of 1 in 250,000 births. This happens when the embryo does not separate successfully in the mother’s womb to form two individuals. Although there is no known cause for the conjoining, it can be diagnosed early in the pregnancy through an ultrasound.

While surgery is the only method of separating the conjoined twins, it cannot be performed in all cases. This is because the complexity of and survival rates after the surgery depends primarily upon the joining sites and the type and number of organs joined internally.

Credit: AKUH

To perform this exceptionally difficult surgery, a multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled healthcare experts came together to meticulously plan and organise their efforts. These teams included Doctors, Nurses and Technicians from Paediatric Surgery, Anaesthesiology, and Radiology amongst active participants, and Gastrointestinal Surgery and Neurosurgery amongst those on stand-by. The nature of this surgery is such that it demands double the amount of resources and concurrent functioning of all teams to manage and save both lives.

Prior to the surgery, an advanced imaging and three-dimensional prototyping was used to fully understand the nature of the conjoining, expertise required and necessary reshuffling of the resources. Dr. Zafar Nazir, Paediatric Surgeon at the Aga Khan University Hospital, led the efforts to perform the 8 hour-long surgery with the support of over 50 clinical and administrative staff.

‘This is a rare surgery that the Hospital has performed for the second time. A tremendous amount of effort went in to the rearrangement of the resources, both inside and outside the Operating Room. But, at the end of this procedure, it was a joy to watch both the boys get a new life’, commented Dr. Zafar Nazir as he recalled the events of the treatment.

The role of the anaesthesiologists was of great significance, as they had to ensure that both the babies were stable throughout the procedure.  ‘The perioperative care of Ayan and Aman was like no other. As they were joined at the torso and facing each other, a complete incision required flipping them around. Therefore, we could not have intubated them, as it would have hampered the movement. We opted for an intravenous drug and ensured a thoroughly managed sedation throughout the procedure’, recalled Dr. Faisal Shamim, Anaesthesiologist at Aga Khan University Hospital.

Israr Ahmed and his wife are not the only parents to have gone through this pain and suffering of finding the appropriate treatment. There are many such families who are in dire need to receive compassionate care and high-quality treatment. Treating such rare and critical health conditions offers the experts at the Aga Khan University Hospital, a commendable opportunity to test and enhance our systems and capabilities, and learn to design innovative health solutions for our people in Pakistan. But, most importantly, it gives us immense joy to watch distressed families go back home healthy and happy with their loved ones.

Credit: AKUH

Pakistani Women Fight Against the Odds to Provide Polio Vaccine

Pakistan is amongst the few countries where polio virus is still spreading. While other countries have used vaccine and other preventive measures to get rid of this virus, Pakistan is still struggling to vaccinate children and change mindsets of people regarding this vaccine at the same time.

Recently, Polio Vaccine Drives have been happening frequently to contain the spread and eradicate the virus. For this very reason, frontline workers and their efforts must be appreciated. They go home to home in order to ensure that no child under the age of 5 remains deprived of the vaccine, no matter what the circumstances are.

From the current ongoing Polio drive, a video has been circulating on social media. The video is from a remote area of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), which seems almost inaccessible due to knee-high snow. However, the brave polio workers are still making their way to their designated areas. The objective is to make sure they give vaccines to the children and prevent the further spread of the poliovirus.

Source: The official Twitter account of the Pakistan Polio Eradication Initiative

The video hails from the north-eastern part of the AJK.

In order to reach far-fetched areas, Polio Eradication Program has joined hands with the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI). The goal is to make more and more children immune to the polio virus.

Soon after the video was uploaded, everyone started applauding the brave women who are moving ahead despite of obstacles and are dedicatedly doing their job.

Here is to hoping that we will soon be able to achieve a Polio-Free Pakistan.

The Role of Rotary International in Polio Eradication

Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for more than 35 years. Our goal of ridding the world of this disease is closer than ever.

As a founding partner of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, we’ve reduced polio cases by 99.9 percent since our first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979.

Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect nearly 3 billion children in 122 countries from this paralyzing disease. Rotary’s advocacy efforts have played a role in decisions by governments to contribute more than $10 billion to the effort.

Today, polio remains endemic only in Afghanistan and Pakistan. But it’s crucial to continue working to keep other countries polio-free. If all eradication efforts stopped today, within 10 years, polio could paralyze as many as 200,000 children each year.

More power to all frontline healthcare workers.

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FBR Sends Rs 58 Million Tax Notice to Atif Aslam

A few months ago, Atif Aslam received a notice from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for tax evasions. Now the latest update on this news is that the renowned signer of Asia still has not paid his income tax. Considering this, another notice has been given to Atif Aslam by the FBR to submit his dues worth Rs 58 Million in a month.

According to reports, Tu Jaanay Na singer was sent the first notice by the FBR in November. He was informed that his flats in Dubai are not mentioned in his taxation details. This leads the FBR to send an official income tax notice to the singer.

Source: Instagram/Atif Aslam

Today, another follow-up notice has been sent to Atif Aslam after carefully auditing his 2018 income. The notice mentions that Aslam has to submit Rs 58 Million in 30 days, local media reported.

Aslam has been given a month’s time to submit this amount. Failing to do so in the given time will result in freezing his bank accounts. The FBR will then be able to recover the said amount from his frozen assets, claims the Federal Board of Revenue.

Source: Facebook

In the light of Tax Laws in Pakistan, people are allowed to pay their taxes in Pakistan or the country they have assets in. This saves them from paying the taxes twice.

The FBR in Pakistan is very active and every now and then, we see it sending notices to the artists. Earlier, it was Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Sana Fakhar who were notified for the very same reason.

Saba Qamar and Noor Bukhari too have been investigated by the FBR for their incomes, however, the matter was sorted out when they showed evidence of not being involved in any kind of tax evasions.

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WhatsApp Introduces New Privacy Policy and Pakistani Memes Are Breaking the Internet

WhatsApp Introduces New Privacy Policy and Pakistani Memes Are Breaking the Internet

WhatsApp is one of the largest messaging apps globally, especially in Pakistan where people depend on it for chats, calls and transferring documents and pictures. Up till now, WhatsApp was deemed as one of the most reliable platforms for communication because of the privacy and encrypted conversations it offered.

However, recently, WhatsApp came up with an updated privacy policy which did not sit well with most of the users. According to the new policy, WhatsApp can access your group chats and it will then be used by Facebook Inc and its subsidiaries for better targeting the audience for advertisement.

While some people uninstalled the app and moved to other alternatives like Telegram and Signal, Pakistani Twitter got crazy and one after another meme made everyone laugh. Here is how the youth responded on the news with their best of humorous skills.

https://twitter.com/HijabSyedd/status/1348883655926677504
https://twitter.com/gayomarlic/status/1348560862194393089
https://twitter.com/whatesha/status/1348671000020451336
https://twitter.com/rao_fahim/status/1348861802000609280

One thing is for sure, no one can beat Pakistanis when it comes to meme. We always find a way to make things entertaining, no matter how serious the topic is and this significantly lessens the stress levels.

Which one is your favourite WhatsApp Headquarter meme? Want to share your favourite memes with us? Please share in the comments.

Moosa Gets to Know Who Actually Zohra Is – Raqs E Bismil Episode 3 Review

This episode was full of surprises and drama. Moosa (Imran Ashraf) is still deeply and madly in love with Zohra even though he has not seen a single glimpse of her yet, without veil. All he knows is that Zohra is a pious lady who observes hijab, and this is exactly the kind of woman he would want to marry.

Source: Hum TV

Contrary to his own belief and sayings, Moosa is in love but he is not willing to accept it. He was seen convincing Zohra (Sarah Khan) to marry her throughout the episode. He seemed like a naive person with a soft corner for people, which is not the real Moosa we saw in the previous episodes.

Source: Hum TV YouTube Screen Grabs

Zohra on the other hand, appreciated whatever Moosa did for her. However, she prefers showing her true self to Moosa instead of just telling him. No wonder Moosa was surprised to the core when he got to know that Zohra is not someone he has perceived to be. She belonged to a family of entertainers and was part of a high-end party when Moosa spotted her.

Source: Hum TV YouTube Screen Grabs

Esa and Sakina are still trying to figure out things. Sakina proves herself to be more stubborn while Esa is being patient, but he gives Sakina a reality check for sure. Esa also tells her that he is bearing all this because of her parents, who he respects a lot. But the truth is that he also loves Sakina. Momin provokes Sakina and asks her to see who is “Beghairat”; himself or her ex. Seems like this will intrigue Sakina to search for her ex and somehow, she will end up falling in love with Esa.

Source: Hum TV YouTube Screen Grabs
Source: Hum TV YouTube Screen Grabs

What Is Coming Next?

So far, Raqs e Bismil has portrayed an interesting plot with strong characters. This is an unconventional story with ups and downs.

The teaser shows that in the next episode, Moosa’s father will get to know about Zohra. This will make it further difficult for Moosa as he will not be able to control his feelings for Zohra. Let us see what else happens next!

Increase in Demand for Telegram and Signal After WhatsApp Updates its Terms & Conditions

Increase in Demand for Telegram and Signal After WhatsApp Updates its Terms & Conditions

WhatsApp has been a popular messaging app globally due to its user-friendly features and reach. However, a recent update in its terms and conditions has ignited a debate and some people are not agreeing with it. To an extent that many of the users have started uninstalling the app.

Source: WhatsApp Website

In the wake of this update, an increase in the demand of competitive apps like Telegram and Signal have been seen. Signal also received an endorsement by Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey. Both the accounts have huge following on social media, especially on Twitter where the users questioned the privacy of WhatsApp after the recent T&C update. These activists also suggested their followers to stop using WhatsApp and move to Telegram and Signal instead.

According to the data by Sensor Tower, there were nearly 2.2 million downloads of Telegram and 100,000 downloads of Signal on Apple and Android since then.

In addition to this, Sensor Tower also reported that WhatsApp faced 11% decrease in downloads this week compared to the last one, I.e., 10.5 million worldwide. Last year, there were also rumours circulating that WhatsApp will not be available for free for its users. However, this is not confirmed yet.

Source: Androidauthority.com

About WhatsApp Privacy Terms and Conditions Update

WhatsApp is now asking users to let Facebook Inc. and its subsidiaries to use their data in order to improve Facebook advertising. This will also include sharing their location and phone numbers. Those who do not agree with the new terms and conditions, their accounts will be automatically deleted after some time.

Though One-to-one chat will remain encrypted as part of the new update, access to group chats by WhatsApp and Facebook is what is raising eyebrows.

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Nadia Khan Shares Here Valima Pictures and We Are Loving Them

Nadia Khan Shares Here Valima Pictures and We Are Loving Them

Nadia Khan, a renowned actor, model, producer and budding YouTuber, recently tied the knot for the second time. She looked absolutely breath-taking on her big day.

Source: Instagram/NadiaKhan

Days later, she also introduced her husband, a retired Wing Commander, Faisal Mumtaz Rao, to her fans and we could not help but appreciate the couple and wished them all the best for their future life.

“My husband Wing Commander Faisal Mumtaz Rao is a retired PAF officer and fighter pilot. Born in Lahore in 1970, Faisal joined Pakistan Air Force as a commissioned officer in the 90th GDP course back in 1991. He is known to be one of the most competent and distinguished pilots with 30 years of Flying and Management experience with leading air forces of the world,” she wrote in the post.

Nadia Khan got married in an intimate ceremony and took to social media to share details about her wedding. Soon the pictures were everywhere and people were showering the newlywed couple with blessings and prayers.

Now Khan is again making it to headlines because of her valima pictures in which she looks even more beautiful. The Valima Reception, too, took place privately in the presence of family and friends. Here is a sneak peek into the event.

Nadia Khan was the centre of everyone’s attention in this pink attire with a no make-up look. She paired her dress with gold jewellery that was complimenting the look completely. Her husband Faisal Mumtaz Rao was dressed in a grey suit.

Nadia’s three kids from her previous wedding and Rao’s father can also be seen in the pictures. Khan has also shared her complete wedding and valima albums on YouTube. Click here for her Valima album.

“First Off: Intimacy Is Not Just Sex” – Osman Khalid Butt Replies to a Troll

Pakistan is heading towards a change, at least it seems so, and media is playing a major role in changing the mindsets of people. Thanks to our celebrity influencers who know how much their voices matter and are raising theirs to make a difference.

One of those celebrities is Zahid Ahmed who recently highlighted the dual standards of our society in an interview and said that “It is strange that we are allowed to slap women on TV but cannot show intimacy”.

Zahid’s statement has stirred a new controversy and people are now discussing this matter on social media. Celebrities have also come forward and defended his statement.

One of the celebrities who agree with Zahid is Osman Khalid Butt. Butt posted an Instagram story and wrote, “Strange Indeed”.

Source: Instagram Story

One of the users replied to Osman Khalid Butt’s story and said that this is “Just a pathetic excuse to get physical with female actors”.

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The social media user also said, “Not to mention the influence it has on society and especially young children and young teens.”

Butt definitely did not agree with this definition of intimacy and decided to school the user. He commented, “Yeah, so reactions like this are wholly predictable,” he further said, “First off: intimacy is not just sex. Secondly, I’d rather my child see a healthy intimate relationship between fictional spouses than, you know, PHYSICAL ABUSE being normalized.” he added in the end, “The nerve to talk about ‘influence’.”

Osman Khalid Butt is very vocal about issues that require attention. Be it showing support for the “Me Too” movement or raising awareness about rape or abuse against women, Butt is always one of the few to raise is voice for the cause.

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Time to Say Good Bye to Winter Blues with These Activities

Short days and long winter nights feel so draining. All you want is to stay in your cosy bed and binge watch your favourite shows. However, this is not possible in reality. You have to get up and participate in the real life.

Here are some easy activities that can make your life better and you can patiently wait for spring without feeling gloomy. Always remember: a drop in temperature should not affect your mood or routine

Go for a Sunny Vacation

Take out some time and head for a vacation to any area where exposure of the sun is more. This can be a weekend getaway or a long vacation until the weather changes. Doing so will definitely lift up your mood and you will feel much better.

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Make Complex Carbohydrates Part of Your Diet

Carbohydrates in refined form can be a quick fix to feel better. However, in the long run, they make you feel sluggish, and guilty too. A good idea is to consume complex carbohydrates like spinach, lentil and broccoli. They are filling, take time to digest and do not increase your glycaemic index immediately.

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Limit Sugar Intake

Though sugar intake can make you happy for a while, it will end up making you feel worse than you were in the first place. Even bad is the fact that too much of it can directly affect the functionality of your brain.

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Exercise

When it comes to fighting blues and changing moods, nothing is better than exercise. Even if you can go for a 15-minute walk, that will do the job and you will return feeling better and full of energy.

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Use Music as a Therapy

Listening to music that is cheerful and has upbeat tunes can be a game changer when you are going through depression. Just listen to something good and you will notice a positive change in your mood.

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Enjoy every season, do not let it stop you from doing anything. Happy winters!

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Faryal Mehmood says, “Happy Trolling” While Sharing Her Bold and Beautiful Clicks

Pakistanis love moral policing; whether it is on the streets or on the internet. We consider giving our unsolicited opinions to everyone, irrespective of the fact that no one really needs it. Sadly, it is the female actors that mostly become victim of trolling. Just scroll through any female artists’ picture and you will be amazed to see how much filth they get to see on their accounts on daily basis. The latest actor to face bashing online is Faryal Mehmood.

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The Aap Ke Liye famed actress is multitalented and loves sharing glimpses of her activities on social media. Whether it is her gym sessions or singing capabilities, Faryal Mehmood makes sure she shares it all with her fans.

Renowned for her acting skills in Laal Ishq, Mehmood is mostly seen on screen as a simple girl. However, in reality, she is a fashionista who is breaking the internet with her stunning looks and transformations. She likes to keep it casual and does not mind going bold with her pictures.

Her latest pictures are from a shoot where Mehmood has beautifully donned a backless top.  She posted the pictures with caption, “This is for the social media trolls. Hoping this platform provides you that moment of importance you needed to assure your self-righteousness… Happy Trolling!”

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Seems like Faryal was absolutely right about her haters, see the comments here

Though we have entered 2021 but still some people are living in the Stoneage. These are the same people who think it is necessary for them to poke their nose in everything they see. To those people; please, calm down, the world is better off without your unsolicited opinions on others’ lives.

Vogue Features Mira Sethi’s First Novel in List of Most Anticipated Novels for 2021

Mira Sethi is one of the most talented and versatile artists we have got in Pakistan. From modeling to acting to doing theatres and talk shows, she has successfully done them all. The latest update about the model-turned-actor is her debut novel which is listed as one of the most awaited in 2021 by Vogue.

The list of 53 must-read novel is put together by Vogue Magazine and Refinery29. The Yeh Dil Mera famed actor has been mentioning her novel “Are You Enjoying” on her social media platforms for a while now. Senior editor, Vogue, Chloe Schama describes it as a book that is powerful and has a light touch. She also calls Sethi a great storyteller, which is a huge compliment.

Last year, while discussing her upcoming book, Mira Sethi revealed that her book will highlight the stories from the entertainment industry, politics and even what is happening behind the closed bedroom doors.

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Sethi is just not an amazing actor, she is a literature graduate as well. She also boasts the honour of being the first Pakistani to become Student Commencement Speaker at Wellesley College in 2010. Sethi has also spent some time in Oxford and now making headlines due to “Are You Enjoying”

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Mira Sethi tied the knot with her friend in 2019 and was in the news for her simple yet unforgettable wedding. Her book “Are You Enjoying” is expected to release in April 2021, however, it will be available in Pakistan by May 2021.

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At Digital Spartans, we wish Sethi all the best for her debut novel and hoping to read more of her books in the future.

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Mehwish Hayat Turns 33 and Thanks Her Fans for the Heartfelt Wishes

Mehwish Hayat Turns 33 and Thanks Her Fans for the Heartfelt Wishes

The Punjab Nahi Jaongi famed actress celebrated her birthday on Wednesday with her close friends and family members. Mehwish Hayat is one of the finest actresses we have in Pakistan who has also represented us internationally on several occasions.

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Be it dramas or movies, Hayat surprises her audience with her amazing acting skills. This is the reason she has been awarded Tamgha e Imtiaz by the government of Pakistan.

Those who celebrated the 33rd birthday of Mehwish Hayat along with her family include Azfar Rehman, Faiza Ashfaq, Danish Hayat and Fahad Hussain.

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Sharing the picture of her birthday bash on Instagram, Hayat thanked everyone for wishing her and sending prayers. She also elaborated on how the last year was full of opportunities and gave her an idea about the things that matter the most to her.

She said, “Thank you everyone for all wonderful birthday messages – your love means so much. As I turn 33 the past year gave me opportunity to reflect, assess my life and see what really matters to me. Work has been so full on, I’d forgotten the simple pleasures in life; getting my mother oiling my hair, beating my brothers and Nephew at video games, watching Netflix with my sister – all things that I’d missed. Believe me nothing in life is as important as family.”

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She told everyone to live their lives to the fullest and that too on their own terms, “Let’s not let society dictate the way we want to lead our life. It is possible for a girl in her early 30’s to be totally happy without being married and with children. It’ll happen when it will and not to some prescribed timetable.

Change needs to be systemic. I am a little fed up of celebrities (including me) made ambassadors for meaningful causes that fizzle out after a grand launch and photo op. How many times have we flooded social media, taken out rallies after some distressing event and then what?”

Hayat has always been vocal about topics that are still considered a taboo in our society. She added,
“Depression is real”. Though my life may seem perfect, we all have our insecurities and shortcomings. But as long as we work towards inner healing and connecting with the divine, we are capable of overcoming everything that life throws at us.
The world was put on pause for us to reflect, how we come out of this is up to us. I, for one know the direction I need to take. My mother always teaches that we have to create our own destinies where ever that may lead. I will dare to dream and dare to dream big. Anything is possible if you believe! 💕💪🏻”

We wish Mehwish Hayat a very Happy and Blessed Happy Birthday. May she get more success and fame in the years to come.

These Skin Care Tips you should Follow during Winter Season

Winter brings with it dull and dry skin as it takes away all the moisture. Thanks to some easy winter care tips that are guaranteed to make your skin look healthy and glowing despite the harsh weather.

Stay Hydrated

Water intake is considerably less in winter due to the cold outside. However, one must remember that our body is still losing water in different ways and we must rehydrate for it to function properly. Low humidity is one of the biggest reasons for dull skin. Try sipping water throughout the day to retain that moisture. You can also use hot beverages and seasonal fruits like berries and cherries to compensate for your water intake.

Quick Showers

Hot showers seem like a blessing in winters but they are extremely damaging for your skin. Not only do they dehydrate the skin, they also deprive it of the natural oils. The best solution is to use lukewarm water and keeping your showers short.

Use Moisturizer

As soon as you wash your face, hands or even take a shower, use an oil-based moisturizer to keep your skin healthy and glowing all day long.

Use Sunscreens

Sunscreens are not for summer only; they are equally important in winter too. When gathering your gears to go out, like cloves, cap and sunglasses, do not, in any case, forget your sunscreen because UV rays are still there

Night Time Routine

When you are about to give your body a good rest for 7-8 hours, remember your skin too. A good moisturizer and essential oils can do wonders. Just do not do it occasionally, make it a habit and you will wake up with soft and supple skin each day.

Your feet and hands, too are part of your body. Please do take care of them and moisturize them along with your face.

What are your favourite skin care tips that you live by?