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Be part of a change, Join U report Pak Avaz
Join U report Pak Avaz
No one can deny the fact what value and success our youth can bring in our Country through their innovative and creative ideas, their hard work and even though their voices. Youth plays a significant role in the development of our country not only economically also morally and practically.Almost 60% of the Pakistan’s population comprises of youth, and it is necessary for each one of us to keep contributing to the betterment and progress of the country. If you also care and want to contribute to bringing positive change in Pakistan, please join UReport Pak Avaz now!
UReport is a completely free SMS tool for community participation, designed to address issues that you care about. This tool relies on volunteer community members serving as U-Reporters to provide information on issues in their communities to create change. Results and ideas are then shared back with the community.
UReport Pak Avaz is a great new step towards amplifying youth’s voices and empowering them to speak out on issues that affect them! I urge you all to take out your phones, send a FREE SMS now, type ‘JOIN’ and send it to 8623!
Let’s take a step towards the betterment of our Country.
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The new Nokia 105 and Nokia 130 deliver even better value with great quality designs
Refreshed designs of popular Nokia feature phones help people across the world stay connected while enjoying a variety of fantastic features
Karachi, Pakistan, 17 July 2017 – HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announced the dual release of both the Nokia 105 and Nokia 130. Featuring refreshed, ergonomic designs, both phones come packed with fantastic features, effortlessly combining reliability and excellent value and durability. Both models feature 1.8-inch colour screens, handy LED torch lights and sleek, contoured designs, with each phone being available in a range of three colours.
With more than 1.3 billion feature phone users around the world, many from markets in Asia and Africa[i], the reliability and excellent value that both the Nokia 105 and Nokia 130 offer is set to ensure yet more people around the world can get connected.
Nokia 105: designed to take on the everyday
With well over 200 million Nokia 105s sold to date around the world, this award winning handset now features an all new sculpted ergonomic design, outstanding battery life, and improved usability, with a larger screen size and new tactile island key-mat. Inspired by the Nokia phone design heritage, the new contoured style of the Nokia 105 makes it a superb fit for your hand thanks to its beautiful, natural shape. With inherent colour throughout its polycarbonate casing minimising the visual impact of knocks and bumps, the Nokia 105 is built to take on everyday life. It offers you the quality, reliability, and robust design you would expect from a Nokia phone.
The new key-mat features separated keys for improved usability, while the larger 1.8-inch screen delivers a better viewing experience when playing your favourite games, like Snake Xenzia, which comes preloaded. Taking full advantage of the larger screen, the Nokia 105 also comes preloaded with two try and buy games – Doodle Jump and Crossy Road[ii].
Plus, with up to 15 hours[iii] talk time and a month long standbyiii, the Nokia 105 lets you talk from sunrise to sunset on just one charge. And with enough storage space for up to 500 text messages and up to 2,000 contacts, you’ll always be able to stay connected.
Available in Dual and Single SIM variants[iv], the Nokia 105 also features an inbuilt FM Radio and charges using a standard Micro USB cable (USB 2.0).
Nokia 130: feed your playful side
No matter where you are or what you’re doing, music makes life a lot more fun. With up to 44 hours of FM radio playback time[v] and room for thousands of songs when you add up to 32GB of MicroSD card storage, the Nokia 130 ensures you’ll always have the right track for the moment.
If video is your thing, the clear 1.8-inch colour screen offers a great viewing experience when enjoying video via a MicroSD card[vi]. And with 11.5 hours of video playback on a single charge, you can turn free time into entertainment time. The Nokia 130 features Bluetooth support for a headset or speakers – perfect for wireless listening to your favourite playlist on the go.
With its inbuilt camera[vii], the Nokia 130 lets you take pictures and record video clips, which you can then play back using a MicroSD card. And with the Nokia 130, sharing your content is simple. Share videos, contacts and more simply by enabling Bluetooth and bringing your Nokia 130 close to another Bluetooth-enabled phone for quick and easy transfer[viii]. The Nokia 130 also supports a MicroSD card, expandable up to 32 GB.
“With more than 4 billion people remaining offline[ix] and unable to benefit from the social and economic development opportunities of the internet, simply getting connected by voice and text is still such an important step for many people around the world,” commented Arto Nummela, CEO, HMD Global. “More than 400 million feature phones were sold globally in 2016[x]. We cannot underestimate the need and benefit of being connected and we are dedicated to delivering devices that can enable many people around the world to expand their horizon.”
Both the Nokia 105 and the Nokia 130 feature the ever-popular LED torchlight – simply press the up key twice to quickly turn the torch on and off.
Globally, both the Nokia 130 and Nokia 105 are available in Dual and Single SIM variantsiv. However, both the devices will be available in Pakistan in dual SIM variant only.
In Pakistan, Nokia 105 dual SIM will be priced at PKR 2080/- and will be available in blue, white and black – each colour with a matte finish.
Available in red, grey and black, the Nokia 130 dual SIM will retail for PKR 3310/-.
Both phones will be available at retail stores in Pakistan from August 2017.
[i] According to Counter Point Research
[ii] Try and buy games are not available in China
[iii] Based in Single SIM device
[iv] Dual and Single SIM variant availability is market dependent
[v] Using a wired headset
[vi] Available separately
[vii] Camera: VGA
[viii] Not compatible with Apple devices
[ix] GSMA Connected Society programme
[x] Source: Counter Point Research
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TvOne launched teasers, OST of “Dhund” a mystery series
Karachi, July 12, 2017: TvOne launched teasers, OST of “Dhund” a mystery series in bloggers meet-up with the prominent & talented cast. The Star-studded launch held in Karachi at the Pi Social Cafe.
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Hold your Breath! The Dhund of a mystery series is all set to roll on this Saturday, 15th July at 9 PM only on TVOne.
The evening began with cast and crew meet and greet. The writer of the series, the most versatile Mohammad Ahmed along with veteran producer Erum Binte Shahid was welcomed on board by the host of the event “Shehwar Rahim”.
The main leads beautiful Maria Wasti and handsome Hasan Ahmed was also present at the venue.
Later, a visual representation of the series “Dhund” followed by OST was shared with the bloggers & Publications at the event. Expressing her thoughts about the unique concept of “Dhund” Shehwar introduced the supporting cast Zhalay Sarhadi, Junaid (Juni), Laila Wasti, Asad Siddiqui and others.
“It’s dead men walking or is it imagination”
“Dhund”, a spine-chilling drama series showing eerie encounters with spirits from another world and how a brave woman helps them find peace.
Expressing his delights on the event, Writer/ Actor Mohammad Ahmed said ” I started my writing career as a mystery writer, but I’ve been doing Rom-Coms for years now and that lost idea of mystery series recovered when “Seema Tahir” said Yes! for “Dhund”
Producer Erum Binte Shahid added, “The concept of the mystery series “Dhudh” is different which will build a connection. Maria can see dead people and owns personal tragedy whereas Uzair, (Hasan) plays a young smart and devoted police officer and he is a sincere friend to Maria. Nana Syed (Mohammad Ahmed Sahb) is playing Maria’s grandfather who is also her close confidante.
Then began the bloggers/publication question & answer session. The Q&A session provided mysterious insights about the series and the cast got a chance to share their experiences with the bloggers.
The drama serial “Dhund” is directed by Faiz and the haunting OST is composed by none other than Wajid Saeed, which complements the mysterious feel of the series.
The ambience complimented the feel of “Dhund”. We thank all the attendees for their love and support. We (TVOne) are overwhelmed by the turnout of the launch/ Blogger meet of upcoming series #DhundTVOne
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TvOne launched teasers, OST of “Dhund” a mystery series
Karachi, July 12, 2017: TvOne launched teasers, OST of “Dhund” a mystery series in bloggers meet-up with the prominent & talented cast. The Star-studded launch held in Karachi at the Pi Social Cafe.
Hold your Breath! The Dhund of a mystery series is all set to roll on this Saturday, 15th July at 9 PM only on TVOne.
The evening began with cast and crew meet and greet. The writer of the series, the most versatile Mohammad Ahmed along with veteran producer Erum Binte Shahid was welcomed on board by the host of the event “Shehwar Rahim”.
The main leads beautiful Maria Wasti and handsome Hasan Ahmed was also present at the venue.
Later, a visual representation of the series “Dhund” followed by OST was shared with the bloggers & Publications at the event. Expressing her thoughts about the unique concept of “Dhund” Shehwar introduced the supporting cast Zhalay Sarhadi, Junaid (Juni), Laila Wasti, Asad Siddiqui and others.
“It’s dead men walking or is it imagination”
“Dhund”, a spine-chilling drama series showing eerie encounters with spirits from another world and how a brave woman helps them find peace.
Expressing his delights on the event, Writer/ Actor Mohammad Ahmed said ” I started my writing career as a mystery writer, but I’ve been doing Rom-Coms for years now and that lost idea of mystery series recovered when “Seema Tahir” said Yes! for “Dhund”
Producer Erum Binte Shahid added, “The concept of the mystery series “Dhudh” is different which will build a connection. Maria can see dead people and owns personal tragedy whereas Uzair, (Hasan) plays a young smart and devoted police officer and he is a sincere friend to Maria. Nana Syed (Mohammad Ahmed Sahb) is playing Maria’s grandfather who is also her close confidante.
Then began the bloggers/publication question & answer session. The Q&A session provided mysterious insights about the series and the cast got a chance to share their experiences with the bloggers.
The drama serial “Dhund” is directed by Faiz and the haunting OST is composed by none other than Wajid Saeed, which complements the mysterious feel of the series.
The ambience complimented the feel of “Dhund”. We thank all the attendees for their love and support. We (TVOne) are overwhelmed by the turnout of the launch/ Blogger meet of upcoming series #DhundTVOne
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Record Sale of Haier refrigerator in Pakistan
Pakistan number 1 home appliances company Haier getting more popularity and after air conditioner now Haier refrigerator become number One selling brand.Haier and Ruba CEO Javed Afridi says that in last 6 month we witness a record sale of Haier refrigerator across Pakistan and it’s more than the sale of entire last year.
Javed Afridi added that Haier will continue its tradition of providing latest technology at an affordable price to its valuable customers.
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Record Sale of Haier refrigerator in Pakistan
Record Sale of Haier refrigerator in Pakistan
Pakistan number 1 home appliances company Haier getting more popularity and after air conditioner now Haier refrigerator become number One selling brand.Haier and Ruba CEO Javed Afridi says that in last 6 month we witness a record sale of Haier refrigerator across Pakistan and it’s more than the sale of entire last year.
Javed Afridi added that Haier will continue its tradition of providing latest technology at an affordable price to its valuable customers.
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Karachi Kings brings Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournament 2017
[Karachi – Thursday, 6th July, 2017]: The past few months have been filled with various exciting activities for the Karachi Kings. After a vibrant second season of the HBL –PSL, the Khiladi Ki Khoj talent hunt being conducted by the Karachi Kings has completed its second round of selections. The shortlisted athletes will now be playing in the Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournament 2017. At its core, the vision and purpose of the Karachi Kings has always been to create a platform which can nurture Pakistani cricket on a national and international level.
A platform where new players would get a chance to hone their skills, in-turn gaining the experience and confidence needed to perform in greater international arenas. With this mission in mind, the Karachi Kings has launched Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournament 2017. A series of matches featuring the finest local athletes that Pakistan has to offer. Speaking about the tournament, a very enthusiastic Mr. Salman Iqbal – owner Karachi Kings said ‘The Karachi Kings are a family, and families always strive to support one another to achieve greatness as one, benefiting the game and Pakistan alike. As promised, with the initiative of Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournament 2017, the Karachi Kings with the support of our sponsors aim to bring the next generation of cricket heroes into the light. A group of highly skilled and trained sportsmen, who will make Pakistan proud in the coming years.’ The Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournament 2017, which will be commencing from the 9th of July and conclude on the 16th, will be held at Naya Nazimabad Karachi.
The tournament will comprise of 5 teams, each supported by renowned celebrity ambassadors Humayun Saeed, Waseem Badami, Kashif Abbasi, Faysal Qureshi and Iqrar ul Hassan at their helm. The list of teams are as follows: – Team Sharjah Cooking Oil – Team Igloo Ice Cream – Team Star Marketing Pvt. Ltd – Team Saima Group – Team Mehran Spices This tournament is a result of our trials of the young players Khiladi Ki Khoj which gave us 350 talented players in the first round and then out of those, 75 best players have been chosen to make the 5 teams which will compete in Saima Group Karachi Ke Shehzade Tournamet 2017. The best players identified in this tournament will further be moved on to Karachi Kings – B Team which will serve as the selection pool for young entrants for the main squad of Karachi Kings. The management as well as members of the Karachi Kings team are confident, that with events such as
this, which is proudly sponsored by Sharjah Cooking Oil, Igloo Ice Cream, Star Marketing, Saima Group and Mehran Spices and many more events to come in the future, the prospects of creating a world class team are very bright. With the continued support of our sponsors and the people of Pakistan, the vision of the Karachi Kings is indeed taking shape. The Karachi Kings would especially like to thank our home ground partner Naya Nazimabad where the tournament will be held, as well as our proud sponsors Bahria Town, Bridge Power Batteries, The Arkadians, Sheild, Oye Hoye, Vital Tea, Pepsi and Super Star Motorcycles, our print partners Score Line and Pakistan Observer with Apna Karachi 107 and FM 91 as radio partners.
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Hareem Farooq joins ‘Miss Veet Pakistan’ as Judge
[Karachi – Saturday 8th July 2017] Award winning actress & producer Hareem Farooq has joined Pakistan’s biggest reality show ‘Miss Veet Pakistan’ as a judge for this season. This takes her association with the brand forward from earlier this year when she was signed on as one of the five mentors of Veet Academy – an online grooming platform for young girls.
“I am honored and thrilled to be the judge on Miss Veet Pakistan and for continuing my association with Veet Pakistan,” said Farooq
“I always believe a woman should be comfortable in her own skin, being confident and being grateful for what you have & I now want to bring forth this amazing opportunity to the girls who dream big, who dare to break stereotypes and compete to be the next Miss Veet Pakistan with my fellow judges.” she further added.
The gorgeous and multi-talented actress Hareem Farooq, has played lead roles in successful projects like Dobara Phir Se (film), Diyar-e-Dil (TV) and Pawnay Chauda August (theatre), along with taking the backseat to produce 2016’s blockbuster hit Janaan. Hareem, in a short career span, has played a pivotal role in setting trends for the youth to follow, when it comes to personal image and style.
Extremely selective in brands that she works with, Hareem Farooq had earlier this year signed on as Official Local Spokesperson for L’Oréal Professional Pakistan.
About Hareem Farooq:
Hareem Farooq is an award-winning stage, television & film actress, along with a producer behind the 2016 blockbuster Janaan. Farooq began her career with theatre, playing the lead role of Fatima Jinnah in Pawnay 14 August and Kiran in Aangan Terha. The following year, she made her big screen debut with a lead role in the 2013 horror thriller film Siyaah, and then established her big screen presence as the protagonist in Mehreen Jabbar’s magnum opus Dobara Phir Se in 2016. Farooq has also appeared in many hit television dramas including Mausam, Mere Humdum Mere Dost, Dusri Bivi and Diyar-e-Dil to name a few.
For more information visit:
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Nokia smartphones to feature ZEISS optics
Exclusive collaboration sees ZEISS innovating in imaging experience on Nokia smartphones
Rekindles commitment to set new imaging standards for Nokia smartphone consumers
Espoo, Finland/ Oberkochen, Germany, 6 July 2017 –HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, and ZEISS today jointly announced the signing of an exclusive partnership that aims to set new imaging standards within the smartphone industry. This long-term agreement builds on the shared history and expertise between ZEISS and Nokia smartphones.
With a joint ambition to advance the quality of the total imaging experience on smartphonesspanning the entire ecosystem from software, services, through to screen quality, and optic design, the partnership will see ZEISS and HMD Global co-develop standard-defining imaging capabilities and will bring the ZEISS brand back to Nokia smartphones. Thispledge to constantly improve consumers’imaging experienceis a reflection of the shared values between both businesses – asingle minded commitment to quality, true craftsmanship and a desire to improve real life experience.
The relationship between ZEISS and Nokia phones began more than a decade ago, and is founded on a shared passion for innovation and always delivering the best for the consumer. The past collaboration saw ZEISSand Nokia phones driving technology innovations such as the world’s first multi-megapixel mobile phone and many more standard-setting devices, from the Nokia N series to those featuring Nokia Pure View technologies. This renewed relationship is a long-term commitment to build on that technology innovation over the years to come.
Arto Nummela, CEO, HMD Global:
“Collaborating with ZEISS is an important part of our commitment to always deliver the very best experience for our customers. Our fans want more than a great smartphone camera, they want a complete imaging experience that doesn’t just set the standard but redefines it. Our fans expect it and, together with ZEISS, we’re delivering it – co-developed imaging excellence for all.”
Dr. Matthias Metz, Member of the Executive Board of ZEISS Group:
“The collaboration of HMD Global with ZEISS for Nokia smartphones will again enhance consumers’ holistic imaging experience based on excellence and innovation. Our partnership is built on a solid foundation.Together, we look forward to an exciting journey into the future of sophisticated smartphone imaging.”
This exclusive partnership with ZEISS is further proof of how HMD Global is collaborating with the best and most respected in the industry to drive perfection throughout every aspect of the phone design and build, and is a commitment to consumers to deliver the ultimate imaging experience possible on a smartphone.
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National Bank of Pakistan & JazzCash to Facilitate with Driving License Fee Payments
Karachi – 22 June, 2017: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) along with its strategic partner JazzCash, have introduced digital payment collection facility for driving license fees across Sindh, by partnering with Traffic and Licensing Department of Sindh Police. New drivers applying for their driving licenses in Sindh will pay their fees through a completely new channel built, where JazzCash would the front channel to interface with customer and NBP will settle the funds.
A grand signing ceremony took place at the newly renovated Saleem Vahidy Auditorium of Sindh Driving License Office in Karachi. Mr. Allah Dino Khawaja, IG Sindh Police, Mr. Saeed Ahmad, President – NBP, Mr. Faisal Sattar – Head of Business Services Division, Jazzcash were present on the occasion along with other senior officials including Mr. Nausherwan Aadil – SEVP/Group Chief CRBG, Mr. Mazhar Nawaz Shaikh – DIG Sindh Driving License, Mr. Shahid Saeed – SEVP/CIO NBP and Mr. Azfar Jamal EVP/Head – Payment Services NBP.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Saeed Ahmed said “This service offers simplification of work, which leads to time saving, and minimizes book entry errors as everything will be done digitally. Leveraging the bank’s financial expertise coupled with the strength of JazzCash’s extensive network, we are continuously striving to provide digital solutions to the financial needs of our customer.”
“This solution has been designed to facilitate drivers across Sindh, so they no longer have to stand in long queues to pay license fees as per the previous arrangement at the Pakistan Post counters. Convenience has become a necessity in this digital era, and JazzCash along with its strategic partner – NBP, is taking the lead in ensuring not only our customers, but the entire nation experiences the ease technology offers,” said Faisal Sattar.
“As a leading digital company, our customer’s financial services needs take top priority and we continue to strive hard in providing them with the best services. JazzCash remains committed to the digitization of financial services and facilities like these further enhance our digital payments ecosystem.” Said Aniqa Afzal Sandhu – Chief Digital and Financial Services Officer.
The solution will also revamp the driving fee financial reporting and reconciliation mechanism at NBP. This service has been directly integrated with Sindh Police’s system & the representative at the counter will use JazzCash’s digital solutions to make the payment.
NBP and Jazzcash partnered together in 2015, creating a financial service ecosystem of 1450+ bank branches, 1300+ ATMs and over 70,000 Jazzcash retail outlets across Pakistan. This unique combination of strengths of both organizations creates a vast suite of financial services of both branches as well as branchless banking services.
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