Women Times July 2018 Issuu by Womentimes

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Vol. 07, Year 28 Editor

Shehla Fatima Seyal

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Desk Writer Dear Profound Readers,

Shehzadi Zainab

July is the month to decide the fate of pakistan for next five years. It's the time to choose wisely. Its the time to think profoundly. It's the time to exercise your right to vote prudently and carefully. Especially, women need to ponder conspicuously. Women are deemed the entities who don't have any choice to elect their representative. They are forced and pressed to vote the representative of the choice of prerogative male members of their family.

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So, women you need to break this convention. Come out of your homes on 25th of july 2018 and leave a footprint on the decision making process of Pakistan.

We have featured multiple women from political landscape this month including Zartaj Gul, Seema Anwar, Seemi Bukhari, Andleeb Abbas and Tamkeen Aftab. These representative have certain vision for women to evolve and become empowered.

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58 Chicken Fajita Kebabs

Reham’s Revelations in fact, Defamatory Imputations

Begum Kulsom

Nawaz’s failing health ries

MANARA with its debut Eid Festive Luxury Lawn Collection 2018

Blockbuster drama serial, Khaani!

And so, after much anticipation, the last episode of Khaani finally aired

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46 PTI Tigress, Core Committee Member Central Advisory Council, VP Punjab Woman Wing

14 Take Action! Inspire Change Nelson Mandela devoted his life to the service of humanity

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Tamkeen Aftab

Seema Anwar

Representative on reserved seat PML Q

Renowned and Insightful PTI Spokeswoman

Dr. Seemi Bukhari

A dynamic Woman from PTI’s Ground

Jack Pot Jackpot has finally been released to the public

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interviewer SHEHZADI ZAINAB

I joined LCWU in 1989 and soon after we got autonomy in 1994, I started working on its growth and vastness. I along my faculty have done persistent hard work in order to technically, improve and equip our department 6

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“My research focus was ‘How cable TV was introduced in Pakistan and how it was developed and what are the prospects and dilemmas. It was an extensive study, I applied triangulation. I am satisfied that anybody who now wants to work in cable television, has to quote my research as it provides a baseline to new researchers”. Sharing with us about her doctorate and post-doctorate experiences, she said, “My PhD was registered in 2003, I continued the subject of my research with a little shift to impacts and its effects. My focused are for research was Lahore, pilot study of my research brought

we are giving our students hands on experience and we are producing profound and dedicated media professionals in the field Then I went to Canada for post doctorate studies in Carleton University”. Kindly, share with our readers about your research work you have done up till now? “I had done my MPhil in 2001, during my the completion of my degree, ‘cable TV’ was introduced in Pakistan, I wanted to do something new, and my vision was that my study will provide a baseline to future researchers, who wanted to do their research in cable TV. In those days, there was a confusion in society that what will be the impacts of cable TV. People were debating that our values will be undermined because of Indian and Western TV channels”.

shocking results, that women in particular have great psychological effects because of cable TV. MY research got published in newspapers, I gave presentations of my research on different forums to warn about the prospects of my findings and for authorities to take certain necessary measures to control the effects. Then, I went for post doctorate in 2013 as I got scholarship from HEC in 2012 and my further research was based on the impacts of live coverage on Pakistani diaspora in Canada. I interviewed 100 families and did focus group study”. Since you are a media educationist, do you feel any need to improve our media ethics?

For the sake of rating and more viewership media is playing with the minds of innocent public “So far, Pakistani media is not following any code of conduct or ethical approach to diversify its affirmative role. In fact, findings of my post-doctorate research were shocking that Pakistani media is depressing for the Pakistani community in Canada as it proliferates negative image of the country through its live coverage and breaking news”. She further said, “There is need to behave ethically, for the media and media professionals as they have a huge responsibility in perception building of general public. Every media house must have specified editorial board to double and triple check the authenticity of news to be furthered on air”. “We need to make our audience ‘media literate’ as they see media as a first solution of their every problem. they believe every word they read in newspapers or hear on news channels. There is need to make them media literate from gross root level that media is proficient in manipulation, angling, media slant and propaganda”. How do you see the role of PEMRA? “PEMRA should be an independent body but in Pakistan it is regulated under the ministry of information so, automatically, it comes under the influence of government and becomes unable to deliver unbiased. I have been part of PEMRA complaints committee and I know they have few limitations as well, they don’t have any proper system of monitoring and inspection”. WOMEN TIMES

Tell our readers about your academic struggle? “My primary education was from Gujranwala as I was born and belong there. Then we moved to Lahore and I did my graduation and masters from Punjab university Lahore in media studies. During my masters I started working with ‘Nation’ as desk editor. Soon after, I left the job and joined Lahore chamber of commerce. Amidst it, a seat of lectureship got vacated in Lahore College of Women University (LCWU) in journalism department. After that my academic endeavours took a new turn, I did my MPhil from Punjab university and PHD from LCWU. Then I went to Canada for post doctorate studies in Carleton University”. Kindly, share with our readers about your research work you have done up till now? “I had done my MPhil in 2001, during my the completion of my degree, ‘cable TV’ was introduced in Pakistan, I wanted to do something new, and my vision was that my study will provide a baseline to future researchers, who wanted to do their research in cable TV. In those days, there was a confusion in society that what will be the impacts of cable TV. People were debating that our values will be undermined because of Indian and Western TV channels”. “My research focus was ‘How cable TV was introduced in Pakistan and how it was developed and what are the prospects and dilemmas. It was an extensive study, I applied triangulation. I am satisfied that anybody who now wants to work in cable television, has to quote my research as it provides a baseline to new researchers”. Sharing with us about her doctorate and post-doctorate experiences, she said, “My PhD was registered in 2003, I continued the subject of my research with a little shift to impacts and its effects. My focused are for research was Lahore, pilot study of my research brought shocking results, that women in particular have great psychological effects because of cable TV. MY research got published in newspapers, I gave presentations of my research on different forums to warn about the prospects of my findings and for authorities to take certain necessary measures to control the effects. Then, I went for post doctorate in 2013 as I got scholarship from HEC in 2012 and my further research was based on the impacts of live coverage on Pakistani diaspora in Canada. I interviewed 100 families and did focus group study”. Since you are a media educationist, do you feel any need to improve our media ethics? “So far, Pakistani media is not following any code of conduct or ethical approach to diversify its affirmative role. In fact, findings of my post-doctorate research were shocking that Pakistani media is depressing for the Pakistani community in Canada as it proliferates negative image of the country through its live coverage and breaking news”. She further said, “There is need to behave ethically, for the media and media professionals as they have a huge responsibility in perception building of general public. Every media house must have specified editorial

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A little girl seeks revenge, a real woman moves on! Reham Khan, former wife of chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan, penned her autobiography with shocking revelations. The revelations are more than salacious and slanderous content for PTI chairperson Imran Khan along with other PTI officials. it has invoked a contentious social media campaign against Ms. khan and her book, soon to be published. PTI has recently, issued solid proofs of hacked emails of Reham’s nexus with PMLN to allegedly malign the Imran Khan’s character and reputation and PTI’s election campaign. Reham on the other hand counteractively, has defended herself by the series of tweets. Politics has been a dirty game but in Pakistan its filthy. Political parties manipulate such lowbrow and uncultured tools against each other’s to undermine the credibil-

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ity of opponents. In fact, alleging treacherous charges against each other is a newly, emerged norm to do election campaigns and win polls in turn. Reham Khan’s book is also a block of this vicious political blockchain allegedly backed by PMLN However, Reham has been served a legal notice by four persons, including cricket star Akram, after she made sensational disclosures about their sex lives in her upcoming book. The notice sent by Reham's first husband Dr Ijaz Rehman, cricketer Akram, a British businessman, Syed Zulfiqar Bukhari, and Imran's Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf media coordinator Anila Khawaja, claims that Reham defamed them in her autobiography, the manuscript of which was leaked online recently. After the controversy, series of tweets have been started and Imran Khan's former ex-wife Jemima

Discrediting others through lies and false accusations is a cheap shot! Goldsmith has also tweeted that her eponymous book 'Reham Khan' contains "moronic, re-hashed Zionist conspiracy theories". She may be happy on such a huge media coverage and recognition of her book prior of even publishing. But the sad fact is that she has adversely contaminated and defamed her womanhood and other’s women integrity as well. Her jealousy driven approach has spotlighted her introvert immaturity of seeking revenge. A grown up, sensible and mature woman move on despite many tragedies in life. WOMEN TIMES

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” Every year on 18 July — the day Nelson Mandela was born — the UN asks individuals around the world to mark Nelson Mandela International Day (18 July) by making a difference in their communities. Everyone has the ability and the responsibility to

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change the world for the better, and Mandela Day is an occasion for everyone to take action and inspire change. For 67 years Nelson Mandela devoted his life to the service of humanity — as a human rights lawyer, a prisoner of conscience, an international peacemaker and

the first democratically elected president of a free South Africa. Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 marks 100 yearssince the birth of Nelson Mandela. The Centenary is an occasion to reflect on his life and legacy, and to follow his call to “make of the world a better place.” WOMEN TIMES

In Pakistan, despite being a country where a woman was twice elected as Prime Minister, gender equality in the political landscape is still a distant dream for a vast majority of women, who are often not even allowed to cast their votes in certain parts of the country.

Formal exclusion of women from the mainstream politics is a historic and global phenomenon. Despite several international struggles, conspicuous conventions and commitments to gender equality, the gender gap with only 19 percent women in the world parliaments is obvious and lamentable. The gender imbalance in democracies around the world is a continuing challenge for the international community.

A better democracy is a democracy where women do not only have the right to vote and to elect but to be elected ! 14

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In Pakistan, there is no constitutional bar on the political participation of women as voters or as candidates. However, women’s representation in the national legislature has never moved beyond 10% until 2001 when the gender quota was restored by the military regime at the local, provincial and national level. Through a legislative provision 33 percent seats were reserved for women in local government and 17 percent in the national and provincial assemblies and senate.

Pakistan was ranked 55th out of 86 in 2012 on the Social Institutions and Gender Index. The 2011 Human Development Index (HDI) score for the country was 0.504, placing it in 145th place (out of 187 countries). The Gender Inequality Index score was 0.373 and Global Gender Gap Index rating for 2011 0.5583, placing it in 133rd place (out of a total of 135 countries).

It is a positive change that our country and other countries in the region, are making by giving a chance to women!

However, Pakistan is performing relatively well on the women’s political empowerment indicator because of the gender quota in legislatures. It is ranked 52nd on the political empowerment indicator in the Global Gender Gap Index. Women’s exclusion in the formal political processes is the result of the interplay of multiple structural, institutional and functional obstacles that are present in the country. The bifercation of public and private spaces indicates politics as a male prerogative. When women enter the public space of politics, they have to constantly confront

male resistance and defend their presence as a legitimate right.The institution of segregation as the linchpin of women’s gender role in society is maintained through the concept of generally restricting women’s mobility outside the private arena of the home. Such attitudes are sustained by feudal and tribal patriarchal norms and practices that maintain and pose a formidable challenge to women’s participation in politics. Another crucial institution, Political parties are the key actors in facilitating or impeding women’s participation in politics. However, political parties are dominated by males from the elite class, and this, together with dynastic control over leadership positions has discouraged democratic practices within the mainstream political parties and contributed to blocking women’s entry in politics. Side by side, low social, economic and political investment in

Women in politics are more honest and forthright. They are not in it for ego gratification!

building women’s human capital defines women’s own self-perception and the perception of politics. Women often lack education, economic resources, confidence, knowledge, ambition and political skills to enter into politics. These personal and psychological factors undermine women’s capacity to participate in governance structures, and together with women’s familial responsibilities leave little time and space for them to aspire for political roles. The attitude of the leadership and the culture within political parties generally mirror the male patriarchal attitudes that prevail in the private sphere of the home.These cultural and structural factors serve to disenfranchise women voters and result in lower turnout of female voters. However, Women’s equal participation in politics is their basic right. They constitute nearly half of the total population of the country. Their contribution through their triple roles of productive, reproductive and community management is vital to the development of the economy and society. Their active participation in the decision making processes, determining how resources are to be used and in setting national priorities will not only improve the lot of women,it will also deepen democracy and strengthen the process of development in the country.

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1. How 17% representation of women secure/Protect the right of 48 % population of women? Look, it’s a male dominating society but women should start participating in politics actively. Whatever, the count of representation exists. Women should make use out of it.

She is a Core Committee Member Central Advisory Council, VP Punjab Woman Wing, Candidate NA-191 DGK, Youth Spokesperson, Member Punjab Council. Zartaj Gull, after getting her early education in her native land – kpk(NWFP) pursued her higher education in Lahore. She attended Queen Marry college for her secondary education then enrolled at NCA Lahore for her graduation and post- graduation studies. Zartaj Gul Wazir is a very active woman politician in PTI. She believes that every woman is unique in her own way and she has a certain vision to work for the empowerment of women of this country.

2. What do you think is the reason of lower turnout of women voters? Low social, economic and political investment in building women’s capacities and abilities defines women’s participation of politics. So, women should never underestimate themselves and actively participate in political activities without the pressure of the male members of their families. 3. What is your message to women of Pakistan to properly, exercise their right to vote? Women’s equal participation in politics is their basic right. They constitute nearly half of the total population of the country. They have all the rights to select and elect the candidate of their own choice. On, 25th July they should go out and make the best use of their right to vote.

“ We need to understand that women are not commodity. They should join political parties for representation of their rights and go out to exercise their right to vote. After the women have gained the right to vote it’s important to exercise it in an informed way. As women we should stand up for each other. If they support me, it’s understood, I will protect their rights in the parliament ”

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1. How 17% representation of women secure/ Protect the right of 48 % population of women? Election Commission of Pakistan increased the women general seat representation quota to 5% and all the political parties can become key facilitators by giving them chance to become empowered but all the political parties along with PTI didn’t pay any attention towards it. It's cruel injustice in the right of women. I have been working in PTI’s election cell and I know that nothing has been done special for the proper working of women election candidates as well as women voters. 2. What do you think is the reason of lower turnout of women voters? The broad frameworks built on the sexual division of employment that defines women’s role exclusively in the private arena of the home is one of the primary

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reason of lower turnout of women voters. Alongside, women are not motivated and encouraged to go out of their homes to vote the candidate of their own choice. 3. Being women, do you face any discrimination in party support? Women are being discriminated wholly, by political parties when they even not meet the quota reserved for women by election commission of Pakistan. 4. What is your message to women of Pakistan to properly, exercise their right to vote? Women are not commodity they are free human being as men they have all the rights to vote and elect the candidate of their own choice in the parliament regardless of the choice of their husbands or male members of the family.

1. How 17% representation of women secure/Protect the right of 48 % population of women? Women’s exclusion in the formal political processes and their minimal participation is the result of the interplay of multiple structural, institutional and functional obstacles that are present in the country. Election commission of Pakistan should increase the general seat quota of women from 5% to 10%. in order to meet the women’s right of equal representation. For this purpose, women are required to

fight and struggle for their common rights. 2. What do you think is the reason of lower turnout of women voters? Low social, economic and political investment in building women’s human capital is the foremost reason followed by rise in gender-based violence, harassment and bullying. The other one of the primary reasons of lower turnout of women voters is that they are financially dependent on their men who don’t want to see them empowered. The

other big technical reason is that women in our society are not educated enough to have their national identity cards results in low voter registration of women. 3. What is your message to women of Pakistan to properly, exercise their right to vote? Women vote is more important than men’s vote. If they are not pressurized by their men, they in the care of their children’s education and better future elect the representative on objective and unbiased basis. WOMEN TIMES

1. How 17% representation of women secure/Protect the right of 48 % population of women? There should be more representation of women in the parliament and the reserved quota must be increased. It should be at least 33% in order to represent almost 50% population of women.

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2. What do you think is the reason of lower turnout of women voters?

3. What is your message to women of Pakistan to properly, exercise their right to vote?

How 17% representation of women secure/Protect the right of 48 % population of women?

Overall, it’s a male chauvinist society. Men are controlling everything, they are dominating outside home as well as within the premises of home, which is totally, a women domain. They don’t let their women to go out and caste vote. Even, they don’t let their women to have their national identity cards.

My message to women is that it’s a crucial time on Pakistan. They should wisely choose their representative, who will be able to protect right of their education and their children’s education. Come out of homes and vote to your representative and be a part in the decision making process.

Look, first we need to increase our literacy rate that will automatically, increase the awareness in people that women who constitute half of the population have the same and equal right to elect and to be elected.

2. What do you think is the reason of lower turnout of women voters?

en of Pakistan to properly, exercise their right to vote?

Lower turnout of women voters is depressing but again its linked with education, awareness and mental enlightenment. We hope to see a better change in Pakistan, where women will equally, take part in electing their representatives.

Vote is a sacred covenant. women for the sake of better future of their children and even generations should go out on 25th of July to cast their vote. Most of all exercising the right of vote wisely and properly is a requirement of the time to see any change in near future.

3. What is your message to wom-

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Begum Kulsom Nawaz’s health had been on decline for the past few months due to lymphoma. But, recently, her condition worsened. Despite the numerous chemotherapy sessions and critical surgeries, her throat cancer had recurred lately. Owing to these medical complications, she suffered a massive cardiac arrest on 15 June, 2018 and lapsed into coma. Due to NHL (Non Hodgkin Lymphoma), she went through many painful sessions of chemotherapy and radiation for her aggressive carcinoma. She was admitted to Harley Street Clinic, and was suffering from increasing dehydration and extreme fatigue throughout her stay at the Harley. Due to consecutive radio-therapies, she felt nauseated all the time with extremely poor appetite ultimately succumbing to fatal cardiac arrest. Her husband, Mian Nawaz Sharif, and daughter, Maryam Nawaz, flew from Pakistan to attend to her on the occasion of Eid but found her unconscious upon arrival. Doctors were unable to revive her, hence put her on artificial life-support. Owing to the court hearings and corruption charges leveled against the entire Sharif clan, both father, Nawaz Sharif, and daughter, Maryam Nawaz, shuttle between Pakistan and UK quite often. On her way to London, Maryam Nawaz tweeted this @MaryamNSharif: “Leaving for London. Back next week IA. Can’t wait to meet & hug Ami. Request all for special dua

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for her health. May Allah bless you all.” Though, there was no internal bleeding but due to her failing condition, she was immediately put on ventilator. And they can continue indefinitely with this condition of hers as long as they wish or encash. According to the sources, she suffered from multiple organ failures as well including brain death. Pertinent to note here,doctors had already clearly conveyed her condition to the family. Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said that the health condition of his spouse Begum Kulsoom Nawaz was very critical as she was still placed on ventilator and needed prayers of the nation. “When I came to London fourfive days ago on Eid holidays, Kulsoom was in the hospital and was unconscious. Since then i was unable to talk to her”, he told a crowded Pakistani media here outside the Harley Street, the clinic where his wife was under treatment. He said his wife was under treatment for cancer but suddenly also suffered a cardiac arrest which further deteriorated her health and since then she was unconscious and placed on the ventilator (Life supporting machine)”. “I feel regret that my wife is in critical condition and needs my presence and care of her but I am not getting this opportunity”, he remarked. Former Prime Minister

Nawaz Sharif was flanked by former Finance Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. He thanked the nation for praying the good health of his wife Begum Kalsoom Nawaz during the eid prayers. He said he was facing a difficult period of his life. Earlier, talking to media Hussain Nawaz son of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said his mother Begum Kulsoom Nawaz’s health condition was critical. He said doctors had declared her as “Gravely sick and high-risk patient” while she was still unconscious. Hussain Nawaz , however, said “doctors feel that her vital signs are stable”. Former Chief Minister Punjab Mian Shahbaz Sharif who was also present with Hussain Nawaz in his brief remarks said the health condition of his sister in law Begum Kulsoom Nawaz was very critical and requested the nation to pray for her good health. It may be mentioned here that Begum Kalsoom Nawaz suffered a cardiac arrest late Thursday and was shifted to Harley Street Clinic’s intensive care unit and placed on a ventilator (Life support machine). According to hospital sources, doctors were making all their efforts by providing Begum Kulsoom Nawaz best medical treatment and greatest remedy. We wish for her recovery soon! WOMEN TIMES

The Nail Bar Launch Islamabad Ladies, get ready to pamper yourself in a whole new way as Rabia Kiran Haris brought The Nail Bar to Islamabad . An exclusive place in Beverly Centre right next to the The Gym ,focusing on not just manicures and pedicures, but also specialized nail art, The Nail Bar is the perfect place to go have a fun afternoon with your girlfriends or even enjoy a mother-daughter bonding day. For the launch done by Rezz PR & Events, The Nail Bar and Rezz had asked designers, socialites, Bloggers and Media to be a part of their style brigade.

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Launch of Streets of Milan and Coffee Lucio in Islamabad Mr Cyrus Temuri and Mrs Ayesha Temuri Launched Streets of Milan and Coffee Lucio in Islamabad at a glamorous event handled by Rezz PR and Events. Located in the heart of Islamabad F 7, bringing you the best fine dinning experience at the Milan and most fabulous coffees at Lucio. A one stop for fabulous meals , coffees and deserts. Socialites, Bloggers, Diplomats and Media attended the fabulous launch and enjoyed the great evening . Located in a two story building with a cozy roof top and an out door sitting it's a next big thing for food and coffee lovers. PR AND EVENT : REZZ

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Sizzling and emerging star in fashion World

Hadia Malik is the pure example of struggling woman who knows the real price of women empowerment! â&#x20AC;&#x153;I started off my career working with Juggan Kazim at PTV Home as guest star. Recently, I have finished my first brand shoot with Islamic Hareer Dressesâ&#x20AC;?.

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‘Firdous concept stores’’ Eid Carnival`18’’ Delight, smiles & blessings is name of the season as we are all set to embrace festivities with Eid Edition '18 by FIRDOUS CONCEPT STORES. Each luxe piece of this collection has been enriched creatively to keep your exquisite fashion aesthetic in the headlines. As the sun beats down, it is time we stay cool while wearing some haute designs this Eid. Extremely comfortable fabrics, intriguing prints and lavish embroideries are all amalgamating to bring out the best of you with FIRDOUS CONCEPT STORES.

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And so, after much anticipation, the last episode of Khaani finally aired. And since we were anticipating the ending more than ever, with our fingers crossed, the finale, actually let us breathe a sigh of relief because Hadi was spared. All in all, this amazing tale, brought to us by 7th Sky Entertainment, was not only an entertainer but a lesson to learn

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Models at the Launch

Atif and Mahjabeen

MaheNoor and Zarar

Zoya and Sabeen

Nabila and Ghazal Zafar Zain and Shahpara

Manara By Maria Asif Baig One of Pakistanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading fashion and lifestyle consultant, Maria Asif Baig launched her brand MANARA with its debut Eid Festive Luxury Lawn Collection 2018, Daastan Dosti Ki through a media preview followed by iftaar at The Nishat Hotel. Aneeq and Wajeeha

Hira and Ali

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Harika and Lubna

Asad and Saba

Naimal and Juju Haider

Rezz Aly Shah and Qurat Chaudary

Shoaib and Naila

Models at the Launch

Aleezay, Hasnain and Harmaine

Neeli and Zehra

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Runway Eleven FASHION DESIGNERS SAIRA SHAKIRA, ZURIA DOR, SAIRA RIZWAN & ROZINA MUNIB OPEN THEIR STORES AT RUNWAY ELEVEN IN KARACHI. Runway Eleven is a concept store which has been purpose built to support ‘’a store within a store” concept, bringing some of the finest fashion brands under one roof. Have a look at who attended the stores opening in our Spotted Gallery!

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Portugal celebrated on 28th june its National Day The world’s top Portuguese Fashion designer, Rolo, despite of all the negative perception about Pakistan, has decided to launch his unique collection of western costumes with some eastern blend in Pakistan.In a message on his company’s social media page, the designer said: “Thank you Pakistan for such reception! I return to Portugal with the absolute certainty that we will enjoy a moment that will be remembered for a long time in the fashion sector in this beautiful country. See you soon.”

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Zainab Chottani â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pret Eid Collection 2018

Photographer: Shahbaz Shazi

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Hair & Make-up: Shazia Rashid

Models: Anam Aslam and Rabia Chaudhry

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Parwaaz Hai Junoon trailer launched HUM Films launched the trailer of the much-anticipated film of the year, Parwaaz Hai Junoon at Nueplex Cinema here in the metropolis. The launch was abuzz with stars and media personalities and the much-anticipated trailer was screened amidst thunderous applause by the attendees. The trailer of PHJ contains all the elements of a super hit film. From the strikingly handsome star-cast to brilliant acting, soothing music, immaculate direction and a perfect blend of action, thrill, romance, patriotism, mind-boggling visuals and fighter jets, the trailer of PHJ definitely ticks all the boxes and leaves one wanting more. Parwaaz Hai Junoon is a tribute to the brave sons of the soil who guard our skies and long for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Shahadatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with pride in the line of duty.

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The 2018 FIFA World Cup is the 21st FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial international football tournament contested by the men's national teams of the member associations of FIFA. It is currently ongoing in Russia starting from 14 June and will end with the final match on 15 July 2018.

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With the World Cup now well underway, certain distinctive groups of fans have already left their mark on the tournament. The Peruvians are there in huge numbers (possibly up to 80,000), the Senegalese danced their way through their country’s first match, and the Japanese cleaned the stadium up after the national team’s opening game. England fans have, however, been far less noticeable than one would normally expect. Whether it’s because of the Skripal poisonings in Salisbury or the threat of Russian hooligan

violence, ahead of the tournament England’s fans had only bought 31,000 World Cup tickets between them. Even so, this still placed them in a list of the top 11 countries purchasing tickets. Top of the list was Russia (800,000), with the likes of Brazil, Germany and Mexico predictably also appearing. Somewhat surprisingly, the non-qualifying United States accounted for the second most ticket sales (80,000) The best, and worst, of World Cup fans so far from Russia

2018. SOME of the best vision from Russia 2018 has been off the pitch as World Cup fans from around the world show their colours and cheer on their team. The Russian capital expects up to 1 million fans from different countries during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™. This was announced by the head of the hotel management department of the Department of Sport and Tourism of Moscow Aleksey Tikhnenko, who is on a visit to Tokyo, where the international tourism exhibition JATA is held. WOMEN TIMES

After many promotions of the film, Jackpot has finally been released to the public. Not only has the film been making waves nationwide, but has caught the attention of many cinematographers worldwide. Whether it’s with the trailer, the catchy music or star-struck cast, the film has been one of the most anticipated movies since last year. Jackpot is a rom-com Pakistani film which is produced and directed by Shoaib Khan and co-produced by Khurram Riaz. The film’s script has been written by Babar Kashmiri, and the cinematography has been done by Anubhay Bansal.

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Teefa In Trouble, Zafar’s much-awaited Pakistani film debut, launched its music in his hometown Lahore. The actor-cum-musician — and now movie producer — ensured that it became a lot more than just an album-unveiling routine, punctuated by odd speeches by the artistes. For one thing, an array of celebrities showed up at the event including fashion designers HSY and Kamiar Rokini, pop singers Hadiqa Kiani, Ali Azmat, Amanat Ali, and Rabi Peerzada; art curator Sanam Taseer, actors Resham and Ayesha Sana, and last but not the least, heart-throb Fawad Khan who expectedly drew the most whoops and cheers upon his entry into the hall, that lasted through his rushed walk up to his front-row seat. Of course, leading the pack was Teefa …’s main faces — Maya Ali and Zafar, as well as the supporting cast Asma Abbas, Nayyar Ijaz, and Marhoom Ahmad Bilal whose ‘Billu Butt’ is proving to be a standout character in the movie trailers. Perhaps, the biggest surprise of the night was the presence of noted Bollywood writer-director Shaad Ali who had also directed Zafar in Kill Dil (2014). It was revealed that he had flown in especially for the occasion.

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Azaadi had immense potential to not only be a commercial success but also strike a chord with those vying for Kashmir’s liberation. But writer and director Imran Malik doesn’t fully deliver in either capacity. With an inadequate script, Azaadi doesn’t quite take off. There’s no arc for any of the characters, except perhaps Sonya Hussyn’s Zara, and the film falls flat so much so that by the climax, you’re simply not interested. What could have been a varying degree of emotion and compassion turns into exhaustion. The second half lingers on to no real plot turn. There is little to no focus on moments that could’ve made the Kashmir struggle more humane, such as Zara’s metamorphosis or Azad’s (Moammar Rana) on-screen dynamic with his father (portrayed to excellence by veteran actor Nadeem Baig). Some of the scenes are cut as if they’re straight from a failed 90s film, particularly the combats. A couple sitting next to me wanted to leave with the sheer pain of appallingly shot, edited and choreographed action sequences. Overall, a lot is (or perhaps isn’t) left to imagination. Who funds the mujahids? Why is child marriage trivialised to an extent where it actually becomes a romantic entanglement? And most importantly, do the inhabitants of Indian-occupied Kashmir truly wish to join Pakistan? The one-dimensional narrative focuses on propaganda despite developing some

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gripping sub-plots that are left in thin air. However, Azaadi look great. Australian cinematographer Ben Jasper captures Kashmir and the actors well in a stunning backdrop (excluding a multiplex in Karachi shown as London – the audience knows better). Sonya looks the part and the camera loves her. Though her wardrobe doesn’t gel with the war-zone that’s been created, she’s a blooming star. Moammar makes a comeback after years and we now know why. He seems to think shouting is the only way to motivate his apprentices and reminds you of a time when action heroes were required to just punch a couple of bad guys to get the girl. Despite some powerful dialogues, the actor does little to place himself back on the map. He insists you believe a faked baritone voice and well, we could’ve done without that extremely cringe-worthy scene he shares with Sonya… shirtless. Their chemistry, however, isn’t as insipid. In fact, their final sequence together has both performing their absolute best and truly moves you, as should have the rest of the film.

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Being a teen in today's world brings many pressures from society to look good. The media is full of beautiful faces that add to the stress of growing up. Don't let that undermine your self-confidence! What's a girl to do? There are many ways to enhance your natural beauty and keep a practical skin care and makeup routine. These tips will help bring out the best in you. But remember, good posture and a smile give a great first impression.

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Foundation for teens is not necessary. While it can clog your pores, it will also look overdone. Skip the foundation and use a concealer on your blemishes only. Lightly dust on some loose powder over your entire face to even out your skin tone, control oil, and set the concealer.

PIMPLES & BLEMISHES Teenagers have different skin care and makeup needs than women. At what age should a teen begin a skin care regimen? Skin care should actually start when they are preteens, as early as the age of 10 or 11. Hormones start to kick in and blemishes may begin to appear. As you mature, your skin care needs will change, as your skin does. Pay special attention to what products you are using and if there are any undesirable effects taking place. What makes your skin look radiant one month may cause blemishes and breakouts the next.

Acne is the #1 skin care concern for teens. Keep your face and hair clean, wash your hands frequently, and keep them away from your face. There are many products available on the market today for acne prevention and cures, and they are much more effective than years ago. Once you begin experiencing problems, take action to avoid lifetime scarring.

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Most teenage girls begin wearing light makeup around the ages of 12-13 as they become more aware of their appearance. As a teen, your makeup should look natural and enhance your facial features. Don't overdo it, this will only make you look silly. With a few simple, inexpensive products, you can play up your finest features and look great! Keep your makeup light for school. You don't need to use it on every facial feature you have! Mix and match to find out what looks best on you. For parties, you may want to add a little more makeup to add some glam. Make sure you blend it in well with your fingers or a cosmetics brush. Check it in bright light when you're finished.

PIMPLES & BLEMISHES Acne is the #1 skin care concern for teens. Keep your face and hair clean, wash your hands frequently, and keep them away from your face. There are many products available on the market today for acne prevention and cures, and they are much more effective than years ago. Once you begin experiencing problems, take action to avoid lifetime scarring.

EYE MAKEUP You may not be interested in eye shadow until you're a little older. If so, that's great. When you do begin wearing it, keep it light and use any trendy metallics and sparkles sparingly. They can flake off into your eyes and cause irritation. Eye shadow does not have to match your eyes, however, earth tones (tan, brown, gray) are very complementary to blue, brown and hazel eyes. When you begin using mascara, brown works best for both blondes and brunettes. Black is probably too harsh, especially in the daytime. If you think brown isn't dark enough, try brownish-black. Waterproof mascara may be necessary for sports and outdoor activities in warm weather. It stays on longer and doesn't run, but it's harder to take off. It's best to keep mascara and all makeup to a minimum and you won't have to worry about undesired smearing. If you're going to use an eyeliner, a pencil liner looks more natural than liquid liner. Learn to apply it with a steady hand for straight lines, and blot it with a tissue if you get it on too dark.

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‘Women Times’ food critic is proud to review different restaurants of the town with real time experience. Our readers believe our recommendations and we accurately convey our readers the taste, texture, smell, and presentation of restaurant's food including services to help our readers to make better choices of restaurant and food!

Recommendation: We recommend our readers to surely visit the Howdy to imbibe your taste buds with its quality food. And don't forget to try its ‘Steaks’. It's yummilicious! We regard it as one of our preferred eatry of the town!

A western themed, happening and fascinating Burger Joint, based on exciting ‘Live Cooking Concept’ that serves healthy & high quality delicious food. Cuisine include burgers and other specialities include coffee and drinks.

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These Chicken Fajita Kebabs are a new summertime staple! We all love the sizzling skillet seared chicken fajitas, then there’s the simple sheet pan fajitas and the lazy slow cooker fajitas, but this version has that fire kissed goodness and it’s served as bite size pieces on a skewer so it’s much funner to eat! And can we talk about that marinade for a second? It has all the best things and you’ll love that blend of citrus spiced flavors! Plus it makes the chicken oh so tender and amazingly flavorful. Recipe: Chicken pieces are soaked in a bright, citrusy, well season marinade then threaded onto skewers along with fresh bell peppers and onions. Then they're grilled over hot flames to give them that fire kissed flavor we all crave! Such a fun twist on the classic chicken fajitas. Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes Servings: 5 Calories: 259 kcal

Ingredients 2 tsp lime zest 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice 3 Tbsp orange juice (mandarin or navel) 3 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing grill 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves) 1 tsp packed brown sugar 2 tsp chili powder (preferably 1 tsp regular 1 tsp ancho) 2 tsp ground cumin

1 large yellow onion peeled and diced into 1-inch chunks

Amount Per Serving

3 bell peppers (preferably 1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), cored and diced into 1-inch pieces

Instructions

Chicken Fajita Kebabs

Calories 259 Calories from Fat 72 % Daily Value* Total Fat 8g12%

If using wooden skewers soak in water overnight or at least 1 hour.

Saturated Fat 1g5%

In a mixing bowl whisk together lime zest, lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle pepper, cilantro, salt and pepper.

Sodium 705mg29%

Place chicken in a gallon size resealable bag then pour marinade mixture over chicken.

Total Carbohydrates 8g3%

Seal bag while pressing out excess air, rub marinade over chicken and transfer to refrigerator.

Sugars 4g

Let marinate at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours. Preheat grill over medium-high heat to 400 degrees. Thread chicken and peppers onto skewers (similar to the pattern pictured).

3 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish

Brush grill grates with oil the place skewers on grill and grill until center registers 165, about 6 minutes per side.

3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Nutrition Facts

2 tsp minced canned chipotle pepper, or more to taste (about 1 pepper)

1 tsp salt

1 3/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1 1/4-inch pieces

Cholesterol 101mg34%

Potassium 804mg23%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%

Protein 34g68% Vitamin A53.7% Vitamin C123.4% Calcium2.7% Iron9.2% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Serve warm garnished with cilantro. I recommend serving over quinoa or cilantro lime rice or serve in warmed tortillas. WOMEN TIMES

Finances/personal values undergo change. You’ve been concentrating on wealth, possessions, and self-worth for a while. What’s really important to you? Communications in your daily environment increase dramatically.

You may spend a lot of energy playing or fall in love quite passionately. Everyday environment/activities should still be pleasant. Social life is still in high gear. Continue expressing feelings of appreciation toward special others.

Everyday environment is ablaze with activity. Speaking, writing, and learning are top priority! You’ve been spending quite some time pursuing deeper knowledge to learn to better your existence. The home front buzzes with activity. There will be numerous conversations. Some take a nostalgic turn. Watch out for confrontations with family members. Use inborn Taurean energy to remain stable. Home renovations or starting the building of a new home is best done before Mercury goes retrograde. Financial opportunities, negotiations and investments still favored. Beautiful things and places still attract you.

Happy Birthday, you tender, caring, nurturing crustaceans! Your new astrological year begins with Saturn still teaching you to look inward for honest self-evaluation in order to deal with shortcomings and weaknesses.Partnership/ relationship issues may be revealed on the 2nd. Pay attention this month to what you value in life – materially, intellectually, and spiritually. Negotiations with others concerning money or property may begin. Loved ones may need your care.Charitable activities promote soul growth. Avoid the urge to make unwise and impulsive purchases, and the tendency to force your beliefs on others.

Do you dynamic lions feel as though you’ve been in a fog? It begins to clear by mid month. Then you’ll have a lot to communicate. Make use of that extra burst of energy as Mars continues transiting your birth sign until August 10th. It will be about 22 months before you get that extra burst again. Be careful not to roar too loudly! Activities with groups and with friends are increased this month. Social life is enhanced – invitations may be numerous. Interaction with women may occur often. Many of you are still working on your spirituality and learning to accept yourself for who and what you are. Enlightenment is yours this month in the areas of work and health, and then later in regard to partnership/relationship issues.

Practical, detailed and conscientious – that’s how you’ll operate in your group activities and in pursuing your goals and ambitions. People you associate with are a reflection of yourself. You’re still being asked to consider whether they deserve you or whether you must move on. Your ultimate life vision is still being restructured. Meditation helps open your mind to higher visions and calms edginess that’s hard to pin down. Say everything that needs to be said. Unspoken words – keeping secrets – this month might be held against you. Favorable circumstances in business and professional life arise. Enlightenment comes concerning what you love to do or possibly in romance and then regarding functions you perform on a daily basis.

Home, family and personal security get your attention. You’ve been spending quite a while already restructuring your foundation for future success and achievement. Intellectual and mental pursuits keep inborn initiative razor sharp. Your inner cruise director is working overtime.

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That’s one of your inborn talents! Tempo of daily life accelerates. Ensure the power of your words doesn’t become a destructive weapon. Venus continues to transit your solar birth sign since April. You’re still more personable, sociable and charming. How many have changed your appearance – several times???

You’ve been quite expressive these past few months as your ruling planet has been in Gemini for an extended stay. Foreigners may be playing a key role. Consciousness-expanding experiences broaden your vision and provide personal growth through some Venusian endeavor. Your personal stage is highlighted. Personal reputation becomes public. Your creative words will be communicated in group activities and amongst friends. Don’t be overbearing with your burning passion for goals and ambitions. A guardian angel remains on your shoulder until the end of September. Enlightenment comes first regarding home, family or security issues, and then in regard to some romantic, creative, or pleasurable pursuit.

Use your inborn need for deep involvement and intense transformations to help expand your personal horizons through metaphysical, religious, or spiritual pursuits. A new course of study helps advance your career. You’re still in a period of searching for the meaning of life. A good month for travel. Communicate what you need in your professional life. Promote your public image. Avoid petty details. Creative energy pours into your career/public image. Watch out for conflicts with others. Intimate encounters continue with more depth and intensity. Now Venus is direct, credit applications are favorable. Enlightenment comes regarding something in your everyday environment and then concerning home or family issues.

There is a lot of intensity in your normally open and light-hearted world. You’re still learning the limitations of your own resources and how much you need to cooperate with and how much you depend on others. New courses of study not only broaden your scope of life but they might awaken something deep in your soul. Partnership/relationship issues continue to progress smoothly. Some may finally decide to get married. Legal issues may be resolved out of court. New experiences entice you. Travel favored as long as you don’t go too far too fast. Long distance moves may be in the works.

Partnership/relationship issues continue needing to be addressed. Saturn still transits your chart’s sector requiring analysis of commitments and expectations in your relationships. Look inward. Reflect on deep psychological truths.Get in touch with hidden aspects of yourself. Expect intense and profound conversations. A good month for research and investigation. Work related matters/ employee relationships continue smoothly. So does the tendency to overindulge in food and drink! Your ability to handle sudden urgent situations is being tested. Experiences yield transformation in how you assert yourself.

Your innovation and originality is being drawn upon at work or in your everyday service. You’re still in a period of learning the value of daily work and service, and of keeping your body functioning in a healthy manner. Communication flows in a creative fashion in partnerships/relationships. People may enter your life that uncannily resemble and act like others you know. Fun, entertainment, and having a good time are still priorities. A new relationship could begin. Watch the tendency to get either overly passionate or angry and violent with others.

Summertime is when you are drawn most to romance, creativity and pleasure. You’ve been in an extended period of exploring personal creativity and self-expression. The purpose of your existence is one of your biggest concerns. Communications abound at work or within areas of personal service. The pace of your daily rhythm accelerates. Health issues surface. Watch out for disputes and arguments with co-workers. Exercise programs benefit you now. The atmosphere at home and with family should still be pleasant.

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From the award-winning translators of Anna Karenina and The Brothers Karamazov comes this magnificent new translation of Tolstoy's masterwork. War and Peace broadly focuses on Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812 and follows three of the most well-known characters in literature: Pierre Bezukhov, the illegitimate son of a count who is fighting for his inheritance and yearning for spiritual fulfillment; Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, who leaves his family behind to fight in the war against Napoleon; and Natasha Rostov, the beautiful young daughter of a nobleman who intrigues both men. A s Napoleon’s army invades, Tolstoy brilliantly follows characters from diverse backgrounds—peasants and nobility, civilians and soldiers—as they struggle with the problems unique to their era, their history, and their culture. And as the novel progresses, these characters transcend their specificity, becoming some of the most moving—and human—figures in world literature.

Leo Tolstoy Born to an aristocratic Russian family in 1828, Tolstoy is best known for his two longest works, War and Peace (1865–69) and Anna Karenina (1875–77), which are commonly regarded as among the finest novels ever written. War and Peace in particular seems virtually to define this form for many readers and critics.

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