Friday 31 July 2015

Mobilink Takes Step Ahead To Facilitate Postpaid Consumers

ISLAMABAD – The leading telecom brand in Pakistan, Mobilink has introduced the new billing feature to facilitate its postpaid costumers, PakistanTribe.com reported.
Information available to PakistanTribe’s (PT) tech desk show that the telecom operator’s consumers now pay their bills online.
According to the Mobilink “Continuing our tradition of providing our customers with innovative solutions, we are pleased to inform that Mobilink Online bill payments enable you to save your precious time.”
Now Mobilink customers can use any of the 1Link ATMs, Online Banking and Mobile Banking Service of several renowned banks across the country.
Below is the complete list of ATM, Internet Banking, Mobile Banking and other methods for online bill payment.
Bank NameATMInternet BankingMobile BankingOmniSMS
Meezan BankYesYes
Soneri BankYesYesYes
Habib Metropolitan BankYesYes
Standard Chartered BankYesYes
Habib BankYesYes
Faysal BankYesYes
JS BankYesYes
Industrial Commercial Bank of ChinaYes
Summit BankYesYes
United BankYesYesYesYes
Silk BankYesYes
Askari BankYesYes
First Women BankYes
Muslim Commercial BankYesYesYes
Bank AlfalahYes
NIBYesYes
Bank of PunjabYes
Bank IslamiYesYes
Burj BankYes
Sindh BankYes
Allied BankYesYes

Wednesday 29 July 2015

Jovago’s New Television Advertising Campaign in Pakistan

Pakistan’s N°1 hotel-booking website, Jovago.com has launched its new TV advertising campaign in Pakistan.
Karachi, July 28, 2015: For the first time in Pakistan, international hotel booking site, Jovago, has launched a TV advertising campaign. The campaign highlights the ease with which Jovago customers can find and book hotels that suit their needs.  It further describes the websites new and improved user interface which is aimed at optimizing user experience.
"This is a big step towards showing our customers how invested we are in ensuring their satisfaction with our services. Through this campaign, Jovago customers can see how simple and straightforward our new and improved, customer-centric, website is." commented Nadine Malik, Managing Director of Jovago Pakistan. The ad campaign includes a 30-second TV advert and a print series focusing on the ease of access that the website provides. The Best Price Guarantee makes this process all the more hassle-free.  
This is an interesting development in Pakistan, as the nation moves towards the more convenient and accessible online world in order to carry out practical tasks. The development and demand for such user-friendly and reliable tools demonstrates the need for more technological advancement and steps in that direction.
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Sneak Preview of Sahiwal City

Sneak Preview of Sahiwal City
Sahiwal is a city located in central Punjab, and lies between Multan and Lahore. Sahiwal is around a four to five hour drive away from the National Highway and the fertile plains of Punjab. Irrigation in this area is provided by the Bari Doab Canal system. It has been recorded as the 22nd largest city in Pakistan, with a population of over 200,000.
Jovago’s Top 3
1. Harappa
Harappa is an archaeological site dating back to 6000 BCE and it is about 24 km west of Sahiwal. The site adopts its name from a modern village located near the former course of the Ravi River. The ancient site adopted its name from the current village Harappa, which is 6km from this area.
2. The Shrine of Baba Fareed
This shrine is located in Pakpattan, one of the ancient cities in Pakistan. The shrine is decorated with white marble, and the tomb can house around ten people. Unfortunately no women are allowed, but exceptions were made for Benazir Bhutto and the wife of the late Haji Manzoor Hussain. The shrine is also known as Nuri Darwaza and Bahishti Darwaza, translating to the Gate of Light and the Gate of Paradise.
3. Zafar Ali Stadium
The Zafar Ali Stadium can seat 50,000 people, and was named after Maulana Zafar Ali Khan, who was one of the leaders in the Pakistan Movement. Imran Khan played his first international match in this stadium, and two One Day International cricket matches were hosted in this stadium, Pakistan v England and Pakistan v India.
Tips:
Restaurants
When in Sahiwal, a visit to Meerab is essential, serving its customers with high quality food and exquisite flavors. Two local Café’s to visit are Shawarma Hut and FazaleHaq Dera Sahiwal, for a delicious meal.
Shopping
Azaan Heights is the largest mall in Sahiwal, offering its customers with over 40 local brands, which sell everything from shoes to cosmetics. Shopping in Sahiwal is a gratifying experience, since you get to enjoy the regionally originated products.
Hotels
To book hotels in Sahiwal visit the Jovago.com site for amazing deals at the cheapest prices and flawless service by the Jovago team.
Airport
The Sahiwal Airport is located in an area, which will cause minimal disturbance to the city, and conserve the natural beauty of Sahiwal.

Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans

The team of upcoming Pakistani film Karachi Se Lahore is all set and geared up for a massive worldwide release on 31st July 2015 and leaving no single day to meet and greet with their fans before they hit the screens.
The stars of Karachi se Lahore headed over to Nueplex and other Cinemas in Karachi to meet the fans and promote the film.The cast met a huge crowd of screaming fans & sold a lot of advcance tickets from the box office to awaiting fans.
The film release on 31st July, 2015.
Here are some glimpses from Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans:-

Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans

Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans

Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans
Team Karachi se Lahore meet and greet with fans

Top 5 Pakistani Artists

      Ismail Gulgee
Ismail Gulgee was born on October 25, 1926 in Peshawar. He is an award winning globally famous Pakistani artist who is renowned for his extraordinary works in calligraphy, his phenomenal paintings and sculptures. Before his tragic murder in 2007, Gulgee was an engineer and a self-taught painter. He will always be remembered for his humble disposition.

              Saeed Akhtar
Saeed Akhtar was born in 1938, and is one of Pakistan’s most celebrated artists although he is colour blind. He is an innovator, famous for painting the portrait of Quaid e Azam in 1970. Akhtar’s inspiration is his imagination, allowing him to bring his majestic visions to life on his canvas.

              Jamil Naqsh
Jamil Naqsh was born in 1939, in Kairana, India. Naqsh’s signature style is to paint women and pigeons, and amalgamations of both. He has designed a few pieces of Islamic calligraphy, which reflect how he is not only a modern expressionist but also a traditional miniaturist.
              Sadequain
Sadequain was born in 1930, in Amroha, and is considered as the finest calligrapher of Pakistan. Sadequain harnessed the beauty of powerful symbolism and allegorical gestures in his paintings, creating a diverse series of masterpieces. Sadequain passed away in 1987, and is regarded as an iconic artist of the 20th century.

          Abdur Rahman Chugtai

       Abdur Rahman Chughtai (1897–1975) is the national artist of Pakistan, and is an icon of the               20th  century. His creationsinfused with the essence of Islamic and Mughal art, while maintaining       the elegance of Art Noveau. Chughtai is renowned for his painting of Anarkali, and designing the        logos of Pakistan Television and Radio Pakistan. 

Thursday 23 July 2015

Nathia Gali and Dunga Gali in 4 days


Nathia Gali and Dunga Gali in 4 days
A serene hill station, NathiaGali is a mountain resort located in Hazara. Lush green meadows and pine forests have earned it the title of paradise on earth. It remains cool throughout the year and is the perfect retreat for tourists or Pakistanis themselves visiting from the South especially from July to September. The nearby Dunga Gali mountain resort, situated on a slope is another visual treat Jovago.com has compiled the essential places to visit to make the most of your trip.
Day 1:
1. Governor house
Governor house belongs to the governor of the province and is his vacation home. It is famous for its vast and lush gardens and captivating view of the mountains. Special permission can be taken to explore its gardens and it is a popular spot to take photographs.
Nathia Gali and Dunga Gali in 4 days
2. Nathia Gali Church
St. Matthews church built in 1914 by the British and situated in close proximity to governor house. Its oval shaped garden and elegant architecture make it one of Nathia Gali’s most popular attractions.
Nathia Gali Church
3. Gulgee’s house
Near the church another spot to visit is the home of one of the most respected artists of Pakistan. His work is visible inside in his gallery and outside of his house as he has made some designs on it such as an eye.
4. Jahanzaib and Karnak house
Along the same road are these two private properties with unique architecture.Jahanzaib house is a 3 storey modern complex,and Karnak house is single storey completely composed of white wood and habitat to wild flowers.
5. Chargah
This restaurant is situated in the bazaar at the end of the road and is ideal to pick up dinner from after site-seeing. It is mainly take away and is famous all over the region for its chicken.
Day 2:
1. Pipeline café
Before setting out for the pipeline walk, you could enjoy a bite at the Pipeline café located at the starting point. It offers snacks, meals and deserts.
2.Pipeline walk
Dunga Gali pine line track located 3km from Nathia Gali at the base of the Mukshpuri peak, is one of the most beautiful tracks in the world. The 4km track leads from Dunga Gali to Ayubia. Alpine lines, maple, oak, cedar and walnut trees have heavily wooded the area above the track.
Pipeline walk
 3. Ayubia national park and chairlift
The pipeline walk leads to Ayubia National park, where you can take the chairlift which offers spectacular views of the pine forests of Ayubia.
Ayubia national park and chairlift
4. Afaq restaurant
At the end of the long day the perfect place to eat and rejuvenate is at the Afaq restaurant, in the main bazaar opposite the Afaq hotel. The menu includes traditional Pakistani food, continentalfood, Barbecue and Chinese.
 Day 3:
1. Miranjani hike
Miranjani trekking is possible when there is no snowfall, and there are various routes to get here, one steep track from Nathia Gali and another starting from Governor House. The peak offers spectacular views of Abbotabad, Azad Kashmir, Jhelum River,Tarbela Lake and on a clear day the Nanga Parbat Summit.
2. Green Spot
Green spot is a mountainous hill top scene, with open green fields and meadows and a magnificent view of Nathia Gali and neighboring areas and a small café where you could have tea. On your way to green spot you will cross Sabzazar as well.
 3. Green retreat Restaurant
The restaurant at Green Retreat offers the best food in the town. It offers delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening tea. You can sit inside or enjoy your meal open air with the view of the Miran Jani peak. On weekends the Green Retreatarranges a bonfire and live music.
Day 4:
1. Horse riding
For sport-lovers Nathia Gali’s main sport is horse-riding.Horses can be used to travel from one spot to another or as an alternative to trekking.
 2. Hilal Restaurant
After a tiring trek, a fulfilling meal would be ideal.Hilal’s food opens daily for lunch around 1 p.m. and offers burgers and fried rice etc. Most people prefer to sit on their open roof and enjoy the lovely weather.
3. Thandiani
Thandiani is a small plateau surrounded by pine forests. The scenery here is breathtaking and the steep plateau, with its caves and wildlife is a popular tourist spot. It can be approached from Abbotabad(24km distance).
4.Bazaar
To conclude your trip visit the main bazaar in Nathia Gali.The colorful shops are full of handicrafts, shawls and clothes and you will always find a good bargain.
Book your online hotel now in one of the top hotels in Nathiagali and enjoy all your favorite spots!

A Flavorsome Treat for Karachites

   
Rosati




 Rosati Bistro is the most talked aboutnewly evolved eatery in Karachi today. It is a  contemporary dining restaurant locatedin KDA scheme 1. Rosati will brighten-up yourouting  with the fusion of variety of cuisines (Lebanese, Mexican, Italian and Japanese) and a variety  of dishes like dynamite prawns, buffalo tenders and Caesar salads(for health fanatics) . It’s  fine blend of formal and casual dining and exclusive outdoor area endowed with alluring   waterfalls and wall art provides the perfect atmosphere. 

     Dumpukht


Dumpukht is a unique restaurant, the right choice for an exceptional dinner, with its mouthwatering Mughlai cuisine. Located in the Marriott in Karachi, Dumpukht is known for its South Asian imperial kitchen recipes of Muslim Mughal Empire. The luxurious atmosphere and ambiance offers guests an exciting taste of history by offering hand-carved wood panels, Mughlai Paintings, elegant silk curtains and fine cuisine.  Chiefly Dumpukht can be your ideal choice to taste upon culture and the magic of spices and do not miss out on its Tikka, Afghani Kebab and Biryani! 


     Tao Pan Asian Cuisine


Tao Pan will bedazzle you with its uniquely fashioned menu that is panning over the geographic boundaries of Asian cuisines. It is a Classic eatery at Boat Basin that will let you taste the dynamics of spices, flavors and rich textures with pacifying aromas. You can grab your most favored ones from Malay, Japanese, Thai and Chinese and Asian cuisine. Dig into the fish with red peppercorn, Thai red curry and crispy spring rolls!
         
      The Patio


  

 The Patio was designed in 2009, as an upscale restaurant inblock 4 Clifton. This booth serves the traditional Pakistani and continental cuisine in a personalized and home styled way. You will definitely enjoy the every bit of your meal in the patio,furnished with exotic décor by Zain Mursaleen and with lots of greenery. They have a variety of dishes on their menu from jalapeno chicken to honey chilli prawns and you cannot miss out on their chilled ice tea! 
  
     La  -mamma


     


 This Bistro is renowned for the aromatic Italian cuisine at Moven-pick hotel Karachi and will give you the classic yet traditional italic retreat. La-mammaoffers an unparalleled upbeat environment for your special delights. This spacious restaurant aims to serve you a menu of popular Italian dishes such as pastas in homemade sauces (Alfredo, Arabiatta) and authentic ones like customized Italian brick-oven pizzas. The live cooking element and vibrant décor will make your day just perfect!

     The Deli


    

If you are planning on relying something healthy for then the Deli is the perfect place to be! Located in Zamzama, The-deli is specialized in high quality gourmet cuisine that includes unique sandwiches, fresh Salads, desserts and its most popular dishes the khao suay and chicken swiss polo. The key factor for Deli is the fresh ingredients and imported cheese and chocolates that will give you same flavorful food every time you visit. The quality of food is the prestige that deli carries and they aim to continue the legacy with their enhanced Thai and European menus.

  Rostisserie


Karachiites most sought the rotisserie style of food; if you are one of them too then Rostisserie worth a visit for you. It serves you the meat oriented dishes that are skewered on a spit and cooked evenly with the most flavored spices. The major pick-ups from the yummy menu are juiciest roasted chicken and shawarmas. Rostisserie will surely indulge you with its mouth-watering food offered in the most cozy and comfortable environment.