Reduction of tax on Mobile Phone Imports with the imposition of Rs.250 SIM Activation Tax

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)  has decreased the tax on the Mobile phones import whereas imposed the Rs.250 tax on the activation of SIM cards which cellular Operators will have to pay now. Earlier, FBR imposed the tax on the import of Mobile phones which badly affected the sale and import of cell phones. The new taxes on the mobile phones are as follows;

Immediate removal of multiple CNG cylinders

Islamabad High Court (IHC) yesterday order the immediate removal of CNG cylinders  from the public transport and school vans. The petition was filed by advocate Waqas Malik, while hearing the petition IHC Chief Justice Muhammad Anwar Khan Kasi also sought a report from Chief Commissioner Islamabad and other respondents in this regard. The petitioner said that the Gujrat incident occurred due to the use of poor-quality and more than one cylinder

Want to watch movies online? Now it’s easier

Most of you like to watch movies online but  do not find the website that provide good quality experience. Lots of websites do not directly host the files due to legal disputes and just contain links to the sources. This process not only annoy the movie lovers as well takes lots of time to go to the content which you are looking for. There are lots of websites which provide to watch movies online, there is no need to wait, to go to the sources and  sign-up. These websites
which we are selected for the movie lover below required just a few clicks to enter in the movie arena.

Get rid Itchy Scalp with Olive Oil and Lemon Juice

How to get rid of itchy scalp? It’s a big problem because Itchy scalp and dry scalp are very annoying and irritating. Regular use of  shampoo for washing the hair can avoid the dirt and oils on the scalps but avoid using products with the excess of chemicals.Home made remedies are on the other hand the best way to get rid of itchy and dry scalp. It’s a natural treatment that helps in providing relief from this problem effectively.

Mr. Ashraf Stopped to participate in PCB affairs after IHC order

The chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Zaka Ashraf had stopped working after his suspension order by the Islamabad High Court.Mr. Ashraf has stopped working as the chairman PCB till the next hearing on 13^th June. He was away from the PCB affairs and the Annual General Meeting of PCB, which Ashraf to chair in Karachi, has been postponed by the Board of Governors (BoG). They also postponed the Board of Governors meeting until further
notice.

Upcoming Movie ‘Creature’ similar to ‘Jurassic Park’

The upcoming movie “creature” by director Vikram Bhatt is similar to the 1993 American science fiction adventure film “Jurassic Park” directed by Steven Spielberg.Vikram Bhatt said that this is the first Indian movie on the creature. It is similar to Jurassic Park. The work in done by Prasad Labs and it will be in 3D Imax.The reports said that the film ‘Creature’ will be set in a menacing forest that will house certain humungous and dangerous creatures.

Tip of the Day

Mango is very much delicious and healthy. Mango is rich in pre-biotic fiber, mineral, enzymes and vitamins. The use of mango is very good for health as it protects the body from cancers including colon, breast, leukemia, & prostate. Mangos are rich in Vitamin C that protect us from cholesterol, helps digestion, improve eye health, stable our eye vision and remove the dark circles under the eyes. It gives you energy and revitalize your body.

Ali Zafar makes his own perfume to mark his birthday

 Famous singer and actor Ali Zafar has made his own perfume to mark his birthday. He makes the perfume having his signature in France.He is in France to celebrate the most exciting event Cannes Film Festival. During the festivities, he took some time off to celebrate his birthday on 18^th May. While celebrating his birthday in the south of France he created his own perfume at a perfume factory in Grasse

Zong offering Free Dial Tune for a whole week

Zong Telecom is offering Free Dial Tune to its customers for the whole week. The subscribers of song can use the Free dial tune (RBT) service free of cost. How to get Free Dial Tune?
All you have to do is to type “MENU” and send it to SMS short code 6251 in order to get the list of renowned dial tunes. Select your dial tune by replying the number against each tune mentioned in the SMS you receive in response and

Shahbaz Sharif to be the CM of Punjab for fourth time on June 6

Shahbaz Sharif has been formally declared as the 4^th chief minister of punjab by the PML-N. he will take the oath of his office on 6^th June.  A session of provincial assembly has set up by Punjab governor on 29^th May and the elected legislators will take oath on the first day of the session. The assembly’s speaker and deputy speaker will be elected on the second day and the chief minister will be formally elected on third day.

Want a rock star? Fanta and Noori Band start a Talent Hunt

Do you want to be a rock star? There is a chance to fulfill your dream. Recently, Fanta has started a talent hunt called ‘Fanta Rocks Campaign’ in schools across Pakistan. They are in search of young gifted singers for recording a Fanta song with proper music video featuring shortlisted singers. . Fanta will come with its ‘Fanta Rocks Campaign’ in more than 200 schools in major cities of Pakistan for choosing the most talented singers.

Cylinder Blast in School Van kills 17

A school van carrying students caught fire in Gujrat’s Mangowal area on Saturday.  The police claimed that 16 children and a teacher have been killed during explosion, while the seven children are severally injured. The incident occurred due to the leakage of gas from the cylinder, said the reports. Local police chief Dar Ali Khattak says that the children were aged between five and 15 years old. Police is investigating the incident while the reports said that the driver fled after the  fire.

Katrina’s sister to debut into Showbiz

The sister of Katrina Kaif is to debut into Bollywood industry. There are reports that Katrina’s younger sister Isabel to start her career with the help of Salman Khan. He is reportedly co-producing a Canadian movie ‘Dr Cabbie’. The other cast of the movie are Kunal Nayyar,  Vinay Virmani and Adriane Palicki.Isabel has been signed for the second lead opposite Kunal Nayyar. The sources Salman Khan is taking a keen interest in the project and in
Isabel’s role.

Get cheapest Samsung Galaxy Star in just 5,240

Samsung has launched its cheapest Galaxy series cell phone called ‘Star’ in India today to compete the growing price war in Indian Smartphone market.The Samsung Galaxy Star can be yours in just Rs 5,240 with stunning features intuitive performance and design. A look on the features of the Samsung Galaxy Star:

Fashion Designer Fahad Hussayn to exhibit exclusively at the PFDC Boulevard in Lahore

After having recently participated at the PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week, leading fashion designer Fahad Hussayn is set to exhibit his womenswear and menswear collection at the PFDC Boulevard [MallOne, Main Boulevard, Gulberg – Lahore] over a period of 3 days from 24^th till 26^th of May 2013 from 11 am to 09 pm. The exclusive exhibition will feature Fahad Hussayn’sSpring/Summer Collection titled ‘Praxus’ which he showcased at the PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week 2013.

Is Salman Khan really thinking to marry?

Finally Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has decided to settle down. He is reportedly to marry his Romanian TV anchor girlfriend Iulia Vantur. Currently, he is in Goa for the shooting of Sohail Khan-directed project ‘Mental’ and reports said that he is spending lots of time with her. Now Salman Khan is seriously thinking about his future, he met with Iulia Vantur during his oversea trip.The reports said that Iulia Vantur has been in his life since two years but he did
not disclose about their relationship.

Sanjay Dutt gets new identity

Actor Sanjay Dutt, who is convicted for illegal possession of weapons in 1993 Mumbai blasts case, got new identity at Pune’s Yerwada Jail. He is now being known as qaidi (prisoner) number 16656. Bollywood star Munabhai was shifted from Mumbai’s Arthur Road Prison to Yerwada Central Jail in Pune and kept in separate room. He will be spending about three and half years in prison.

Samsung GALAXY S4 Becomes World’s First TCO Certified Smartphone

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced today that the Samsung GALAXY S4 is TCO Certified, the first smartphone to be awarded such an honor. TCO Development, an independent body that focuses on sustainability in the IT industry, found the GALAXY S4 was sustainably designed and manufactured and met customer demand for sustainable mobile products.“The demand for environmentally friendly products informed our decision making process when we were creating the GALAXY S4.

Warid’s ‘Muft Hafta’ brings 500 free on-net Minutes and SMS to any network

Warid Telecom, leading innovator in Pakistan’s telecom industry, now offers its Glow and prepaid subscribers 500 free on-net minutes and 500 SMS to any network through its ‘Muft Hafta’ offer. To avail this offer subscribers need to “SMS or Call 3733” from their Warid numbers. Through the ‘Muft Hafta’ offer, for every 4 weeks of usage, customer will receive one free week every month for six months. To enjoy this exciting offer, customers simply have to activate their new Warid SIM before 15th June or re-activate their Warid SIM not in use since 20th April.

Are Air Conditioners a luxury?

If someone asked this question a few decades ago, the answer could be somewhat in affirmation. However, today’s scenario is quite different from the past. Air conditioners that were once considered a luxury accessory to be afforded by the elite class only and were made available only by a handful of local and multinational companies in Pakistan have now arguably earned the status of a necessity.With the increase in competition and changing lifestyles,
the air conditioner prices slashed down considerably making them more affordable for a wider range of income brackets.

NUST and Mobilink enable students to provide solutions for everyday problems

National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS) and Mobilink have collaborated to encourage students to identify everyday problems and propose solutions using technology as a medium.  NUST’s School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS) took the lead in developing a competition titled ‘Finding Innovative & Creative Solutions (FICS)’.

Pakistan State Oil launches Fuel Smart Cards

Striving to provide ever greater value to its customers, Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has reached yet another technological milestone by introducing chip-based Smart Cards. These fuel cards are the first of their kind to be launched by any OMC in Pakistan.  The formal launch ceremony was organized under the theme of “Your World Just Got Smarter!” at DHA Golf Club, Karachi. The launch event featured high-profile guests and decision makers from across the corporate sector.

Ban on YouTube leads to a petition in Peshawar High Court

There were reports that the video sharing site YouTube would be restored in Pakistan in the first week of May but nothing happen like this.Now a lawyer from Peshawar has challenged the ban on YouTube in Peshawar High Court. He is of the view that PTA and MoIT have failed to block the blasphemous content on the YouTube. He said that the video sharing site should be un-blocked because that it’s in the larger interest of the general public to access the YouTube.

Fast and Furious 6; Get VIP premier Tickets via Contest

Fast and Furious 6 is to hit cinemas on 31^st May 2013. If you want to see the VIP premiere of the movie then you have a great chance to win VIP ticket. You can win tickets by a contest by Mountain Dew Pakistan. Mountain Dew Pakistan is utilizing a Facebook application DEWCQ’s for its campaign. Mountain Dew Pakistan started this campaign in April and approximately 1500 free VIP Premiere tickets are being offered to the winners.

Warid introduces Glow Dosti Unlimited offer

Glow by Warid has introduced latest offer called ‘Glow Dosti Unlimited offer’ for its subscribers. The new offer includes data and call bundles to suit a number of needs.Glow Dosti Unlimited is a stunning offer which allows users to make unlimited  calls to their friends and family after choosing 10 numbers.   Furthermore subscribers can select between three data bundles, varying from daily to monthly and  with amount ranging from 500mb to 2gb per month as well

Shahbaz Sharif to be the CM Punjab for facing rising challenges

The reports said that Shahbaz Sharif is ready to be the chief minister of Punjab. Currently he will be the CM Punjab for the fourth time because the PML-N does not wish to introduce a replacement candidate for the seat of CM Punjab. The party leaders during an informal consultative meeting related to creating governments at the Centre and in the provinces gave their consent to Shahbaz Sharif because he is the best option for CM Punjab.

Altaf Hussain demands to separate Karachi From Pakistan: JI insists to take notice

Altaf Hussain, the leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), while addressing to the workers of his party at Nine Zero yesterday said that the establishment doesn’t like the mandate of his party, it should separate Karachi from the rest of the country.He said that dispatch Karachi from Pakistan if you dislike its people’s mandate, added that they they were playing with fire and this fire would burn down the entire Pakistan.

Altaf Hussain demands to separate Karachi From Pakistan: JI insists to take notice

Altaf Hussain, the leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), while addressing to the workers of his party at Nine Zero yesterday said that the establishment doesn’t like the mandate of his party, it should separate Karachi from the rest of the country.He said that dispatch Karachi from Pakistan if you dislike its people’s mandate, added that they they were playing with fire and this fire would burn down the entire Pakistan.

Altaf Hussain demands to separate Karachi From Pakistan: JI insists to take notice

Altaf Hussain, the leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), while addressing to the workers of his party at Nine Zero yesterday said that the establishment doesn’t like the mandate of his party, it should separate Karachi from the rest of the country.He said that dispatch Karachi from Pakistan if you dislike its people’s mandate, added that they they were playing with fire and this fire would burn down the entire Pakistan.

Altaf Hussain demands to separate Karachi From Pakistan: JI insists to take notice

Altaf Hussain, the leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), while addressing to the workers of his party at Nine Zero yesterday said that the establishment doesn’t like the mandate of his party, it should separate Karachi from the rest of the country.He said that dispatch Karachi from Pakistan if you dislike its people’s mandate, added that they they were playing with fire and this fire would burn down the entire Pakistan.

Display of tiger in public rallies leads to litigation against PML-N

All of you fully aware about the display of tiger in the public rallies of PML-N. The display of tiger airs to a litigation against the party, Faryal Gohar, who is a human rights activist, has filed a petition against the display of tiger in public rallies through Advocate Waqqas Ahmad Mir. On Thursday, Lahore High Court issued notices to the Election Commission of Pakistan, the Wild Life Department and the DCO Lahore on  a petition looking for directions to discontinue bringing of a live tiger in the PML-N public rallies.

Bangladesh Factory Building Collapse; Death toll reaches to 1,000

A garment factory building collapsed in Bangladesh about two weeks ago which claimed huge number of lives. Now the death toll climbed to more than 1,000, says Bangladeshi officials.According to an army officer huge number of bodies have been found in stairwells and under the staircases of the building.  Brigadier General Sissiqul Alam Sikder told AFP “each time we moved a slab of concrete, we found a stack of bodies.”

Indian Supreme Court to hear Review Petition of Sanjay Dutt

Actor Sanjay Dutt to appear before the India Supreme Court for the review petition today. The review petition was filed after the court had upheld his conviction under the Arms Act. The court convicted Sanjay Dutt under the Arms Act and sentencing him to five years in jail in 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. Sanjay Dutt was condemned by the TADA court for illegal possession of a 9 mm pistol and an AK-56 rifle, which was part of the
shipment of weapons and explosives, which had been brought to India for co-ordinating serial blasts that killed 257 people and injured over 700.
A bench of P Sathasivam and B S Chauhan, which had delivered March 21 verdict, will take up the review plea in the chamber. It will also consider similar pleas made by the other six convicts in the case. ReadMore

Shahid Kapoor complete 10 years in Bollywood industry

Stunning Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor has completed a decade in showbiz. Yesterday after completing the 10 years in Bollywood he took his social networking twitter to thank his fans and followers.Shahid Kapoor made his entrance into the Bollywood industry with the film ‘Ishq Vishk’.The also shoed his tremendous talent in the following movies ‘Vivah, Kaminey, Jab We Met,Kismat Konnection.’

Fire erupts at LDA Plaza in Lahore

A severe fire erupted on the seventh floor of LDA Plaza at Egerton road Lahore. Dozens of people are reportedly trapped into the Plaza. Fir engulfed the 7^th floor said the initial reports .The rescue official said that fire engulfed the several floors of LDA Plaza. Nearly five fire brigade vehicles are busy in setting off the fire.Commissioner Lahore has confirmed that 25 people are trapped in the building. The helicopter has also been called in to rescue the people.

Breaking News: Armed men kidnaped Ali Haider Gilani form Poll rally

The son of former Pakistani President Yousaf Raza Gillani has been kidnapped. Ali Haider Gillani was kidnapped by armed men while he was attending a poll rally in Multan. The reports said that the armed men opened fire in the poll rally and injured five people. The secretary of Ali Haider Gillani,  Mohiuddin and a bodyguard were killed by the gunmen.

Sanaullah Haq lost his life, dead body to arrive in Pakistan at 4PM

Pakistani Prisoner Sanaullah Haq lost his life earlier today due to the multiple organ failure. He was beaten by an inmate in Jammu jail and admitted to Chandigarh hospital on 3^rd May, 2013.  He has been in critical condition since the attack and in less than a week he scummed due to injuries. The attack was an apparent revenge for the death of an Indian spy prisoner Sarabjit Singh, threatening already fraught relations between the nations.
The dead body of Sanaullah Haq will arrive in Pakistan at 4 PM via special plan, said reports.

Imran Khan to address last Poll rally from hospital

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan will speak to the last election rally of Islamabad via video conference. He will address to the rally from his hospital room. The rally will take place this evening at D-Chowk Islamabad. Currently, Imran Khan is under treatment at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital and doctors do not allow him to address the rally from the venue.  Imran Khan was injured when he fell from a makeshift lift during an election rally in Lahore on Tuesday.

PML-N’s predictions: Party to have tremendous victory in Poll

Former CM Punjab Shahbaz Sharif while addressing a news conference said that  Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) would have a tremendous victory in the poll. He added that media has launched a negative propaganda against his party and blame Pakistan People party (PPP) for conspiring against PML-N.He said that PML-N had done great jobs during its tenure such as overcome on 2011 dengue epidemic.

Poll conducted by Worldmixture shows People want to have Imran Khan’s Government

Worldmixture.com has conducted a Poll related to who would be at the helm of affairs or which political party would form the government in the country? The result of the poll showed that the majority of the people gave their votes to two political parties, Pakistan Muslim League N (PMLN) and Pakistan Threek-Insaf ( PTI). While the popularity of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) goes down rapidly with 5.62 % votes.Same is the situation with other political parties including PML(Q) with 0% votes ,

“Magnum” presents the photographic book, “Tapulicious 2″ by Tapu Javeri

Tapulicious 2”, a sequel of the scrumptious book was successfully launched by Markings Publishing at Indus Valley School of Art s and Architecture. Magnum, being the only sponsor of the book created perfect synergy by associating itself with the brand, both depicting “finer things in life”. The launching ceremony was hosted by Hasan Amin started off by giving accolades to the acclaimed designer & author of the book, Tapu Javeri. Kiran Aman,

Imran Khan out of danger, delivered a video message to the nation

The chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan who fell from a stage  lifter on Tuesday in a stable condition and recovering. He suffered a head injury that needed 18 stitches to stop his bleeding, but he is out of danger. The report of a CT scan showed that  Imran Khan has suffered a minor fracture on his head and wounds in his back, according to the doctor he need at least three-week rest for a full recovery and he might not be able to run his election campaign anymore.

Indian spy Sarabjit Singh Passed away

The Indian spy Sarabjit Singh is passed away, he was under treatment in Jinnah Hospital Lahore. Sarabjit Singh was attacked with bricks by two other prisoners at the Kot Lakhpat Jail Lahore on 26^th April, 2013. He had received serious head injuries and shifted to Jinnah Hospital for medical treatment. The prisoners who attacked Sarabjit Singh were identified as Rizwan and Amir, who were on the death row.

Collaboration of LG and Mobilink for the launch of Google Nexus 4

LG Electronics and Mobilink have made collaboration for the launch of Google Nexus 4 smartphone in Pakistan. Brightex Distribution will finance and distribute the device to Mobilink and in the market. Mobilink Telecom is offering the Google Nexus 4 device with a bundle package which include

• Google Nexus 4 device
• 2GB bucket for 90 days
• Mobi Music for 15 days

Google Pakistan introduces Elections 2013 Web Page

Google Pakistan has recently introduced Election 2013 web page. The aim of launch of this webpage is to keep Pakistani voters aware about the happenings on the election day 11^th May, 2013.You can get the latest updates, latest News, Search Trends, and other hot issues related to top parties and candidates by visiting the webpage. Google election webpage url is as follows
www.google.com.pk/elections/

‘Jamhoriyat’ by Suroor Band (listen)

The Suroor band has sung the rock Qawalli “Jamhoriyat” for the first time. The Suroor band features Sana Fakher, Hira Mani, Javeria Saud and Ayesha Omar. Rock Qawalli  “Jamhoriyat” is directed by Jalaluddin Roomi music by Qasim Azhar and produced by Suroor.
Artists: Suroor Band ft. Sana, Hira, Javeria Saud & Ayesha Omar
Song:Jamhoriyat

Abbas’ Bollywood debut with the movie ‘Creature’

Famous as well as heartthrob Pakistani actor Imran Abbas is making his Bollywood debut with stunning Bipasha Basu. He was set to appear in Akshay Kumar in Bollywood movie ‘Boss’ but due to some issue he stepped out of the movie.But now he finally appears in the film titled ‘Creature’ opposite Bipasha Basu. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar and directed by Vikram Bhatt.
The shooting dates of the movie have not been finalized yet.