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13Jun

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

Bykea app got hacked

Hackers hacked Bykea, a leading ride-hailing and mobility app in Pakistan, today, June 13, 2023. The hackers gained access to the app's database and stole the personal data of millions of users. Moreover, including their names, email addresses, and phone numbers. Users on social media reported the hack after they started receiving abusive messages when they tried to log in to the app. Bykea confirmed that the app was hacked in a statement, saying that it was working to fix the issue and that user data was safe. Security experts warn that the data stolen in the hack could be used for malicious purposes, such as identity theft or fraud. They recommend that users change their passwords for Bykea and other online accounts and be on the lookout for phishing emails and o...

Javed Sheikh charged Rs 1 for SRKs father’s role in Om Shanti Om

5Jun

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan, Showbiz

Javed Sheikh charged Rs 1 for SRKs father’s role in Om Shanti Om

In a surprising turn of events, reports surfaced indicating that veteran actor Javed Sheikh had willingly chosen to charge a mere Rs 1 for his portrayal of Shah Rukh Khan's father in the blockbuster film "Om Shanti Om." This revelation left fans and industry insiders astonished. As Sheikh's contribution to the film held immense significance. However, his performance garnered wide appreciation. Throughout his career, Sheikh actively participated in numerous successful films, both in Bollywood and Pakistani cinema. His decision to embrace the role of SRK's father for such a nominal fee was perceived as an active display of goodwill and camaraderie. The reason behind Sheikh's decision to charge only Rs. 1 remains unclear. Some speculate that it was a symbolic gesture to show his sup...

People are leaving PTI, IK to be left alone

25May

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

People are leaving PTI, IK to be left alone

Party members are leaving PTI. The growing exodus from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) led by Prime Minister Imran Khan is raising concerns about his leadership and its implications for Pakistan's political landscape. As disillusionment with PTI's performance increases, individuals are leaving the party due to unmet promises, policy criticisms, and internal conflicts. This presents a challenge for Imran Khan to address concerns, re-evaluate policies, and regain public trust amidst a shifting political environment in the country. One of the primary reasons people leave the PTI is a sense of disillusionment with the party's ability to deliver on its promised reforms. When the PTI came to power in 2018. It carried with it a vision of tackling corruption, improving governance, and uplifting...

Forsage, IDA, and JawaEye scams in Pakistan

18Apr

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

Forsage, IDA, and JawaEye scams in Pakistan

Over the past few years, Pakistan has seen a rise in cryptocurrency scams that have left many investors out of pocket. Three of the most notorious scams are Forsage, IDA, and JawaEye. These scams lure unsuspecting investors with promises of high returns on their investments, but in reality, they are not real. However, they are just elaborate Ponzi schemes. Forsage is a multi-level marketing scheme that claims to be a decentralized platform for crowdfunding using Ethereum blockchain technology. It was first launched in 2020 and has gained a significant following in Pakistan. However, the reality is that Forsage is nothing more than a pyramid scheme that relies on recruiting new members to pay off old members. The only way to make money with Forsage is to recruit new members. Which is a ...

17Apr

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Global

Forgotten child hero Iqbal Masih

Iqbal Masih was a Pakistani child who became an international symbol of the fight against child labor. Despite his tragic death at the age of just 12 years old. Iqbal's legacy continues to inspire activists around the world to this day. Born in 1983 in a small village near Lahore, Pakistan, Iqbal Masih was the youngest of six siblings. Like many children in his community, Iqbal was forced to work in a carpet factory from the age of four. He would work for twelve hours a day, seven days a week, for a mere $6 a month. Despite this grueling schedule, Iqbal was determined to learn how to read and write. He managed to attend a free school set up by a local activist group, where he excelled in his studies. In 1992, at the age of nine, Iqbal escaped from the factory and joined the Bonded L...