Pakistan's Renowned Philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi Dies At 88

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Renowned Philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi

The legendary humanitarian Abdul Sattar Edhi, who mostly referred to as "The Richest Poor Man" and "Pakistan's Mother Teresa" died in Karachi after a prolonged illness and renal failure. He was 88.

He founded the famous Edhi Foundation in 1957, a non-profit social welfare program in Pakistan. It is the only foundation that is providing numerous services throughout the Pakistan. Its services include free hospitals, medical care, shelters for destitute, handicapped persons and orphans, drug rehabilitation, international level relief efforts, emergency, ambulance and air ambulance services, educational centers, blood banks, marine and coastal services. 

In 2005, Edhi Foundation provided $100,000 in aid to relief efforts after Katrina Hurricane. 

Young Edhi

Born on 1 January 1928, Edhi began his social work as a very young man. Mostly known as "Angel Of Mercy", Edhi remained a simple, humble and modest man throughout his life. He lived in a two room apartment near his foundation. 

For his humanitarian work, he earned several awards at local and international level. Following is the list of his awards:

International awards

Ramon Magsaysay Award (1986)

Lenin Peace Prize (1988)

Paul Harris Fellow (1993)

Peace Prize from USSR (1998)

Largest Voluntary Ambulance Organization of World – Guinness Book of World Records (2000)

Hamdan Award (2000) UAE

International Balzan Prize (2000) Italy

Peace and Harmony Award (Delhi), 2001

Peace Award (Mumbai), 2004

Peace Award (Hyderabad Deccan), 2005

Wolf of Bhogio Peace Award (Italy), 2005

Gandhi Peace Award (Delhi), 2007

Peace Award, Seoul, (South Korea), 2008

Honorary Doctorate degree (2006).

UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize (2009)

National awards

Nishan-e-Imtiaz, civil decoration from the Government of Pakistan (1989)

Silver Jubilee Shield by College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan, (1962–1987)

Moiz ur rehman award, Pakistan, (2015)

The Social Worker of Sub-Continent by Government of Sindh, Pakistan, (1989)

Recognition of meritorious services to oppressed humanity during the 1980's Government of Pakistan (1989)

Pakistan Civic Award (1992)

Shield of Honor by Pakistan Army (E & C)

Khidmat Award by the Pakistan Academy of Medical Sciences

Human Rights Award by Pakistan Human Rights Society

Not only Pakistani nation but the whole world is mourning his death. He left a legacy of work and he will remain in hearts for his love of humanity. 

Rest In Peace Edhi Sahab!

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The Liebster Award

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Recently, a very dear, sweet and talented fellow blogger Vildana Suta, owner of the beautiful and well written blog Living Like V nominated our blog for The Liebster Award. Thank you so much Vildana for this nomination.

Vildana's Living Like V is a wonderful blog where you can find interesting reviews, hauls, DIY and her thoughts on various subjects. You should check out her blog posts and we are sure you will love to read them.

Some Questions For Us:

Let's start answering Vildana's questions before posting our questions and rules for next nominated bloggers.

1. When did you start your blog and what was the reason of starting your blog?

A - Oh Lady Mania was started back in 2012 but due to some reasons we were not able to continue it. In mid 2015 we re-started blogging. The  reason behind our blog was to share good content and events with our readers.

2. Have you ever met someone famous and who was that?

A - Yes, we have met famous cricketers and local artists including film, T.V, musicians, and Fine artists.

3. What do you think was the happiest moment of your life?

A - There are numerous, very difficult to pick only one. However, it was the happiest time of our life when we went for family holidays to hill station.

4. Your favorite childhood memory?

A - Learning cycling is the loveliest childhood memory.

5. The song that explains your mood now? 

A - Connecting mood with a song is not an easy thing, however, Ellie Goulding's Love Me Like You Do is a beautiful song that anyone can enjoy. 

6. Your favorite jewelry piece?

A - Rings, Anklet and chains

7. Nike or Adidas?

A - Nike

8. Are you more like sporty or elegant girl?

A - Let's say elegant :P

9. Do you have any enemies?

A - Not enemies but jealous people are everywhere.   

10. Have you got any haters of your blogs?

A - Radar is still on :D

11. Do you have a name for your blogger readers/ fans?

A - Sweet virtual friends who are the support pillar of our blog. 

For Nominees:

Dear nominees, to accept your Liebster Award you should thank the Liebster blog presenter who nominated you and link back to their blog.

Okay, now we would like to set some rules for the our nominated bloggers. 

Here are the rules you have to follow:

1 - Show your gratitude towards the bog that has nominated you and link back to that blog in your post. 

2 - Answer the 11 questions posted for you by that blog.

3 - Nominate 10 new bloggers in your post.

4 - Ask 10 unique questions to new bloggers.

5 - Inform them by commenting your post link in their comment section. 

Questions For Nominees:

Here are our questions for the nominated bloggers:

1- What is blogging for you? Passion or hobby?

2- What is your most favorite topic for blog post?

3- Tell us two rules that you follow for blogging?

4- Are you happy with the response you are getting from your followers?

5- Is there anything that can stop you from blogging?

6- What is your favorite Ice cream flavor?

7- Tell us your two most favorite hair styles?

8- What are you reading these days?

9- What do you love to do in your pass time?

10- Pick one: Deadpool, The Choice, Batman vs Superman?

11- Define beauty of nature in two words?

Our 11 nominees include:

Savory Warriors
Geri Diaries
Ale's Pink Fairy Tale
My Glam Pond
Say Cintya
Minimalissmo
Sen Yokken Kac Kez Kirmizi Ruj Surdum
Stalia Is Bae
Elegant-e
In Fashion Chains
My Space of Beauty by Giada

Best Wishes from our side for all of you.




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Oscars 2016 - Five Best Dressed Celebrities

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The world renowned celebrities walked down the red carpet at the Academy Awards 2016 in most fashionable and sexy styles. There were all time finest dresses, jewelry, shoes and bags. The latest makeup trends were another highlight of the event.

Here are our five most favourite dressed celebrities from the red carpet of Oscars 2016. We hope you will like them as well.

Cate Blanchett. Photo: AP

Cate Blanchett looked stunning in elegant gown with three dimensional flowers. The lovely turquoise colour of the gown by Armani Prive and side parted hair style looked very attractive. 

Jennifer Lawrence. Photo: GETTY

Oscar nominee Jennifer Lawrence selected Christian Dior for Academy Awards ceremony. The Lingerie inspired black dress and simple makeup turned Lawrence into a main attraction. 

Brie Larsen. Photo GETTY

The best actress nominee Brie Larsen over shadowed everyone with her bold lapis blue Gucci - Alessandro Michele gown. The waist statement belt highlights the energy of the gown's colour. 

Alicia Vikander. Photo AP

In a yellow ball gown with mullet hem and shiny embellishments by Louis Vuitton, Alicia Vikander won Best supporting Actress award. She selected to be dressed like Belle from Disney's Beauty and the Beast.  

Tina Fey. Photo GETTY

Tina Fey attended Oscars in a simple yet elegant purple strapless gown by Versace. She matched her dress with stunning Bulgari jewelry. 






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Grammy Awards 2016: Three Best Dressed Celebrities

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The fashions at the Grammy Awards are well known for some extra ordinary extravagance specifically stars’ dresses, jewelry, shoes, bags and makeup.

The 2016 Grammys also exhibited stylish and unique attires of renowned celebrities. There were an array of colours with sexy designs and exclusive cuts.

From Lady Gaga’s blue embroidered gown to Taylor Swifts’ Atelier Versace hot pink and Adele’s full black dress, every celeb gave us a totally different look from the usual fashions.

Here are our three favourite best dressed celebrities:

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez in blue - Photo by AP

Gomez looked very sexy in Calvin Klein’s sapphire blue sequins sparkled gown. With a pair of earrings and dark eye-makeup, she looked amazing.

Tori Kelly

Tori Kelly in green. Photo by AP

Kelly selected an impressive one shoulder emerald green gown. With light makeup, simple earrings and loose curls, she was the main attraction of the Grammys.

Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato in black gown. Photo by AP

Lovato looked utter stylish in full black dress. With long hairs, a chain necklace, dazzling studs and dark nail enamel, she looked impressive in her distinctive dressing.  

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