As the government proposes implementing an 18% sales tax on bottled milk in the 2018 budget, consumers and the food industry in Pakistan may have to pay higher milk prices. This action is being taken at a time when the food business is already having trouble as a result of high taxes on juice products.
In the summer of 2013, a small group gathered in London, resembling a TV set for a cooking show. A man in a white coat and chef’s hat prepared a burger while being filmed by a camera. Food critic Hanni Ruetzler sat nearby, ready to taste the lab-grown burger that had garnered significant attention and a hefty price tag of £215,000 ($330,000). With all eyes on her, Ruetzler delicately cut into the burger and took a bite, offering her thoughts to a room full of journalists. As the cameras zoomed in, she politely commented on the taste and texture, noting that it resembled meat but lacked juiciness. Her mention of missing salt and pepper drew amusement from the audience. Reflecting on the video years later, the author ponders the future of cultivated meat and its potential to become more accessible as interest in meat alternatives grows due to concerns about meat consumption’s impact on the environment.
The official Twitter account of PakWeather.com, as in the “largest private weather network,” has punched back at a Twitter user who tried to brand Taylor Swift mediocre.
In an unexpected revelation, filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that he had contemplated putting Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in the part originally performed by Kajol in his 2001 movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Karan had Aishwarya in mind as a possible substitute in case Kajol was unable for the project.
Mohib Mirza will make his television debut in Express Entertainment’s Razia. The actor will co-star in the show with Mahira Khan, who will return to our screens after the 2021 drama serial Hum Kahan Ke Sachay Thay.
Throughout their lives, Pakistanis have relied on humour as their primary coping technique. According to a press release, KopyKats and ActiveMedia proudly present Malika-E-Tabassum, an exclusive one-man comedy event, amid these challenging times when humour is much needed.
The first glimpse of Ahad Raza Mir’s upcoming BBC offering has been released. In the second season of World on Fire, Mir plays a new character named Rajib. The show features an extensive cast and is planned to return to television for a second season following the release of season 1 in 2019.
A recent exchange on a morning show between actresses Imran Abbas and Sanam Jung sparked a debate over body image and interpersonal dynamics. Though expressed in jest, Abbas’ comment raises concerns about fat shaming and the need of maintaining courteous behaviour, particularly among close friends.
The names of the principal players for Khalilur Rehman Qamar’s next play, principal Manto Nahi Hoon, have recently been revealed. Although the drama was momentarily paused for a variety of reasons, the production team intends to release it soon.
Shahid Kapoor has spoken out about digital censorship ahead of the release of his next OTT project, Bloody Daddy.
Fans have expressed their admiration and awe for Shah Zaman’s incredible vocal prowess, noting that his voice bears a striking resemblance to that of his legendary grandfather, Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
Former Indian actor Zaira Wasim spoke out in support of a hijab-wearing woman who had been mocked on Twitter.
