Category: Living in Pakistan
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Ice Candy Man by Bapsi Sidhwa Book Review
This is a book I call an absolutely must read for Pakistani readers especially for those based in Lahore. Although it seems to be the writer’s own story of her childhood and what she observed and witnessed in Lahore in the years leading up to partition and post partition melodrama. The narration begins with early…
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Meezan Bank Mobile App Not Working after Biometric
If you have a bank account with Meezan Bank and want to use its mobile app, you may experience the updated version of the app not working after the biometric thing. In this post we will recreate this app problem that many Meezan Bank users (especially iPhone users) are facing and explain what to do.…
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The Pakistani Bride by Bapsi Sidwa
The Pakistani Bride by Bapsi Sidwa Book Review This is one perfect example of multidimensional analysis of Pakistani life. The journey of a tribal man of Kohistan, the violence of partition experienced in the train to Lahore, life in the mountains versus life in plains, offer much reflections and different perspectives of a Pakistani or…
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Suzuki swift maintenance cost Pakistan 2024
This article for Suzuki Swift Maintenance Cost in Pakistan has been updated for 2024 after my most recent oil change. Routine maintenance of a Suzuki swift in Pakistan includes: Some people like to get oils and filters that change at 8,000 or 10,000 kilometers but those tend to be more expensive. Most people just get…
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What is the benefit of becoming a filer in Pakistan
Should I Become a Tax Filer? This is a common question asked by non-filers who receive incomes from registered entities and maintain bank accounts. Currently, there are some 2.5 Million filers in the the system, representing less than 1% of total population. Among the 99% of the population as non-filers, at least 50% receive a…
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How to Register a Construction Firm in Pakistan
If you’re an entrepreneur or a seasoned professional in the engineering industry, establishing a contractor firm can be a rewarding venture. To ensure your contractor firm’s credibility and legal standing, registration with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) is a crucial step. The PEC is a regulatory body responsible for overseeing engineering practices in Pakistan and…
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Book stores in Lahore
As a book lover I am lucky to be living in Lahore, a hub for Literature and cultural festivals, frequent and random book fairs. The city is peppered with all types of book stores carrying a variety of reading materials catering to readers of all ages and taste. With numerous book stores and fairs I…
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Lahore to Quetta 40DN Jaffar Express Train
Pakistan Railways is more than just a means of nationwide transportation. It’s a continuing legacy of a powerful empire that emphasized on learning the history, culture, and geography of its territory. The tracks laid during the British Raj still offer the same discovery of Pakistan’s features, and act as a time portal showing what was…
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How to get Certified True Copies (CTC) from SECP
During the course of your company formation and growth, you will often require Certified True Copies of your SECP registered Company Documents. You will need these for a variety of reasons, such as obtaining a corporate bank account, a paid up capital certificate, or registering with a regulatory body such as the Chamber of Commerce…
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How to pay SECP Challan
There are three main modes to pay your online SECP Challan with the Securities Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). Here is an overview of the different SECP payment methods for you to decide the most convenient method for yourself. How to pay SECP Challan Credit Card This is the most preferred payment method and can…