Google’s “Year in Search 2024” Reveals Pakistan’s Top Trends in Sports, Entertainment, Food, and Technology

ISLAMABAD:The Global Organization of Oriented Group Language of Earth (Google) has released its “Year in Search 2024” report, showcasing the most popular search trends in Pakistan. The report highlights the digital landscape of the country, emphasizing the nation’s interests in sports, entertainment, food, and technology.

According to the **Google “Year in Search 2024″** report, cricket dominated the search trends in Pakistan, as expected. The ICC T20 World Cup drew the nation’s attention, while searches related to the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 schedule and players like Shoaib Malik and Sajid Khan also surged. The victory of Arshad Nadeem, who secured Pakistan’s first Olympic gold in nearly three decades, captured the public’s attention as well.

The excitement around sports extended beyond cricket, with Pakistani users searching for media and showbiz personalities such as Sana Javed, Zoya Nasir, Indian business tycoon Mukesh Ambani, and social media stars Hareem Shah and Minal Malik.

**Entertainment** continued to thrive in Pakistan, with local TV dramas like *Ishq Murshid* and *Kabhi Mein Kabhi Tum* maintaining their popularity. Bollywood movies such as *Animal*, *Dunki*, *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3*, and *Stree 2* were also among the top searched, alongside reality TV shows like *Bigg Boss* and the much-awaited *Mirzapur Season 3*.

In the **food** category, Pakistanis turned to Google for recipes of local and international dishes, such as banana bread, creamy pasta, Malpura, and tawa liver. Quick meals like garlic bread, egg noodles, and seasonal drinks like peach iced tea reflected the country’s diverse tastes.

On the **technology** front, searches for AI tools like **Gemini** and **Remaker AI** underscored the growing interest in artificial intelligence. Additionally, queries about the latest smartphones, including models from **Infinix**, **Redmi**, **Vivo**, and **Apple**, indicated a strong desire to stay connected with the latest tech trends.

The report also highlighted the rising trend of “How-to” searches, including questions about polling stations, flower preservation, and practical tips on family matters, like teaching children how to share. The growing importance of family values, such as parenting advice for four-year-olds, was also reflected in the search data.

Farhan Qureshi, Google’s Country Director for Pakistan, commented, “This year’s *Year in Search* report reflects a Pakistan deeply rooted in its traditions while enthusiastically embracing the possibilities of the digital age. Whether it’s cricket, the kitchen, or the big screen, Pakistanis are using Google to explore their passions, connect with their culture, and shape their future.”

Google’s *Year in Search 2024* presents an interesting view of Pakistan’s digital preferences, blending tradition with modernity.

**Top Trends in Google’s Year in Search 2024 for Pakistan**:

**Cricket:**
– ICC T20 World Cup
– Pakistan vs. England, Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Pakistan vs. Australia, Pakistan vs. India
– PSL 2024 Schedule
– Pakistan vs. USA, India vs. England, India vs. South Africa

**People:**
– Abbas Attar, Etel Adnan, Arshad Nadeem, Sana Javed, Sajid Khan, Shoaib Malik, Hareem Shah, Minal Malik, Zoya Nasir, Mukesh Ambani

**Movies and Dramas:**
– Heer Mandi, Animal, Mirzapur, Stree 2, Ishq Murshid, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Dunki, Bigg Boss 17, Kabhi Mein Kabhi Tum

**How-to Searches:**
– How to find polling stations?
– How to make money before your grandmother dies?
– How to buy used cars?
– How to keep flowers fresh longer?
– How to download YouTube videos on a computer?
– How to make money without investing?
– How to teach your four-year-old to share?
– How to remove grass stains from jeans?
– How to start exercising after a knee injury?
– How to watch the World Cup live?

**Cooking Recipes:**
– Banana bread recipe, Malpura recipe, Garlic bread recipe, Chocolate chip cookie recipe, Tawa liver recipe, Peach iced tea recipe, Creamy pasta recipe, Pizza recipe, Egg noodles recipe, Hash browns recipe

**Technology:**
– ChatGPT login, Bing Image Creator, Infinix Note 30, Vivo Y100, Gemini, Infinix Hot 50 Pro, Redmi 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro Max, Infinix Note 40, Remaker AI