In 2020, Hina made her Bollywood debut with the film Hacked and also ventured into the OTT space with the web series Damaged 2.
Hina Khan (Instagram)
Mumbai:
On June 28, 2024, popular actress Hina Khan took to her Instagram to share some shocking news with her fans and followers. Hina revealed that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. She asked everyone to pray for her quick recovery, while also assuring them of her determination to come back stronger. In her heartfelt post, Hina requested privacy during this challenging time.
The Indian television industry boasts many talented and stunning actresses. Over the years, we’ve seen numerous iconic performers who have captured our hearts and created unforgettable characters. Recently, there’s been a surge of talented actresses such as Divyanka Tripathi, Rubina Dilaik, Anita Hassanandani, and Surbhi Jyoti, among others.
One actress who stands out in this industry is Hina Khan, known for her role as ‘Akshara Maheshwari Singhania’ in the popular TV show “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.” Hina, now 36, is one of the highest-paid television actresses in India. She has an impressive 19.1 million followers on Instagram, where she frequently shares updates about her personal and professional life.
In 2020, Hina made her Bollywood debut with the film “Hacked” and also ventured into the OTT space with the web series “Damaged 2.” According to reports, Hina earns a substantial income from her TV shows and brand endorsements. She reportedly charges between Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 2 lakh per episode and has an estimated net worth of Rs. 52 crore.
Hina Khan was born on October 2, 1987, in Srinagar and raised in an orthodox Muslim family. She completed her schooling at CMS Montessori School in Lucknow and later graduated from Delhi University’s Gargi College. It was during her college days that she auditioned for “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai” and landed the lead role, despite having no formal training in acting. She started her television career at the age of 22, and since then, she has appeared in several popular TV shows like “Kasautii Zindagii Kay” and “Naagin.”
Hina Khan’s journey from a college student to one of the highest-paid actresses in the Indian television industry is truly inspiring. Despite facing a tough health battle, her determination and resilience are a testament to her strength and spirit.
source: http://www.siasat.com / The Siasat Daily / Home> Entertainment> Television News / by Chandra Mouli / June 30th, 2024
“Khush kismat hain woh log jo Aligarh chhor dete hain; I was once told that leaving Aligarh was a stroke of luck,” says Eijaz Maqbool, a senior Delhi-based senior advocate as he reflects on the pivotal points in his life.
“It was a decision driven by a deep-seated desire to contribute meaningfully to society through the practice of law,” he told Awaz-the Voice. His tenure as the Vice-President of the Students’ Union at AMU was formative and one particular seminar which he organized left a lasting impression on him.
With his mother a teacher and father an assistant collector in customs, he reflects on the bare minimum salary that was just enough to sustain their family.
He left Aligarh with 20 recommendations and a dream no less than that of becoming the Prime Minister, Maqbool arrived in Delhi after having cycled for 138 kilometers.
Maqbool faced significant challenges in Delhi while trying to settle as a lawyer. “The reality of establishing myself in the legal fraternity struck hard,” he says. He found it challenging to find accommodation in Delhi for for prospective landlords held his being a Muslim, a law graduate, and hailing from Bihar, as his disqualifications as a tenant.
Advocate Eijaz Maqbool with his book
Undeterred, Maqbool found a mentor in Justice Tarkunde, who was already an established advocate in Delhi.
Maqbool started working for Rs 800 in Karanjawala, a law firm that is one of the major law firms in Delhi today. “In the Supreme Court, specialization does not exist as there’s no strict divide between civil and criminal cases and one handles all branches of law,” he explains. “We are jacks of all trades and masters of none,” he quotes.
Maqbool speaks about a few landmark cases in the legal history that he was associated with. “One of the pivotal cases in my career was the ‘Kihoto Hollohan’ or the ‘Aaya Ram Gaya Ram’ case,” he recalls, highlighting its constitutional significance in addressing political defections. Another watershed moment was his representation in the Babri Masjid dispute, where he advocated for the Muslim side – a role that garnered his media attention and scrutiny.
Beyond his legal achievements, Maqbool holds a passion for travel – he has visited 63 countries. He feels travelling not only enriches his experiences, it also informs his global perspective on legal matters. He says he plans his vacations well in time, before the Supreme Court vacations.
Interestingly, Eijaz Maqbool intends to write his travelogue scoring 100 countries.
On the challenges young lawyers face, Maqbool says that they face problems in securing mentorship and recognition. “The early years are pivotal,” he comments.
He admits that post-COVID, there is a decline in remunerations and placement for young lawyers, he advises greenhorns: “There is no substitute to hard work and as it is said, the genius is 1% intellect and 99% perspiration.” He asks young lawyers to work on networking, good command of the English language, and being technologically adept.
“The adoption of digital filings and virtual hearings by the Supreme Court has revolutionized legal practices,” he says and hopes it would percolate to the lower courts.
Maqbool is committed to mentoring the next generation of legal professionals and instilling in them a deep sense of integrity and commitment to justice. “My sons and my daughter-in-law have followed my footsteps,” he says proudly.
“Many of my juniors have flourished in their legal careers, which is immensely gratifying.” As he contemplates his legacy, Maqbool emphasizes the importance of upholding judicial independence and the rule of law.
“The judiciary must serve as a vigilant guardian against governmental overreach which is currently not the case”, he asserts.
The advocates often face ethical dilemmas in the need to draw a balance between working for the client’s best interest and upholding their responsibility as a law officer of the court by doing one’s best and leaving it to the court to decide in favour or against the case at hand. Maqbool quotes Urdu poet Akbar Allahabadi on this:
Paida hua waqeel toh shaitaan ne kaha,
Lo aaj ham bhi sahib-e-aulaad ho gaye’
(When a lawyer was born Satan said, “I have become a father today”)
During the COVID lockdown he studied the writings of about a hundred legal luminaries, dabbled in his love for Urdu poetry, and most importantly authored ‘Law, Humour, and Urdu Poetry’ that showcases his work as a advocate.”
A member of the Delhi High Bar Association, Supreme Court Bar Association, and International Bar Association, London, throughout his distinguished career, Advocate Maqbool has indeed touched the pinnacle of glory in his profession.
Starting as a law student in Delhi to establishing his boutique law firm in Noida, UP, his story reflects personal achievement and the profound impact of legal advocacy in shaping societies.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Rimsha, New Delhi / July 02nd, 2024
The Samastha Kerala Sunni Students Federation (SKSSF), the student wing of the Samastha Kerala Jem-iyyathul Ulama, a scholarly body in Kerala, has partnered with the Falcon group of institutes in Bengaluru for a one-year free residential civil service coaching program.
Falcon Civil Services Academy is renowned as one of the premier IAS coaching institutes in Bengaluru, specializing in preparing candidates for the UPSC exam in India. The FALCON IAS Residential Academy represents a prestigious initiative aimed at offering comprehensive and high-quality coaching at no cost to aspiring civil services candidates.
This academy is specifically designed to support individuals aiming for success in the challenging and esteemed field of civil services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and other allied services.
Recently, the academy conducted its inaugural entrance test at Iqra Public School, South Andaman, on June 30. O Bilal, a member of SKSSF, informed Radiance that similar tests are being held wherever SKSSF operates across India, with Iqra Public School being just one of the venues.
Fifteen students participated in the entrance test. Successful candidates will receive free residential civil services coaching in Bengaluru.
One candidate, speaking to Radiance, praised the inaugural scholarship civil service entrance exam in their city, noting the high standards, well-equipped facilities, professional conduct of proctors, and the motivational impact of thought-provoking questions. They expressed gratitude for the opportunity provided by their city to showcase their abilities and move closer to their goals.
Many students expressed concern about the short notice for the exam, which was not widely advertised and announced just one week before its date.
Mr. Shahid, General Secretary of SKSSF Andaman, spoke to Radiance, emphasizing that students in the Andaman Islands have long desired access to scholarship and coaching opportunities available on the mainland. Recognizing this need, SKSSF Andaman collaborated with Falcon and the national committee to establish an examination center on the islands, thereby enhancing accessibility for local students facing financial constraints or other challenges.
This partnership endeavors to provide outstanding education, fostering aspiring civil servants with thorough knowledge and skills. Its goal is to develop leaders who possess critical thinking abilities, capable of addressing complex societal challenges while maintaining steadfast ethics and principled behavior.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Education> Focus / by Radiance News Bureau / July 01st, 2024
Ansari Mohammad Ayyub, popularly known as Ayyub Ansari Sir, passed away in Malegaon on Sunday June 30, 2024. Read on as one of his students pays tribute to this admired teacher.
Malegaon:
Ansari Mohammad Ayyub, popularly known as Ayyub Ansari Sir, passed away in Malegaon on Sunday June 30, 2024. He was 83.
Ayyub Ansari Sir retired as Assistant Head Master in 1997 after more than 35 years of service at A.T.T. High School and Junior College, Malegaon.
Ayyub Ansari Sir is survived by 07 sons, 04 daughters and hundreds of students who are spread across Malegaon, and also in other parts of India and abroad.
Early Life and Education
Ansari Mohammad Ayyub was born to Haji Abdus Shakoor Allah Rakhu, a resident of Angnu Seth Ka Malla in Fateh Maidan area of Malegaon. Ayyub Sir’s father Haji Abdus Shakoor was in the business of textiles and yarn trading.
The very first batch of Pilgrims from Malegaon that went to Makkah was in 1881. Ayyub Sir’s father Abdus Shakoor was among the second or third batch of Pilgrims who went to Makkah. Family remember does not remember the exact date, but said he performed Hajj about a decade before his death in 1960.
Ayyub Sir completed his early education at A.T.T. High School in Malegaon. He later went to Ismael Yusuf College in Mumbai. Ismael Yusuf College at that time was the preferred institution for the students of Malegaon.
For, after Matriculation the only institution in Malegaon for Pre-University (PU) or Inter was M.S.G. College where medium of instruction was Marathi. English Medium Ismail Yusuf College hence was suitable for the Malegaonians.
After completing graduation from Ismael Yusuf College, Ayyub Sir joined the Government College of Education Mumbai for B.Ed. Two years later, a teacher was born who later became one of the finest Mathematics.
Ayyub Ansari Sir’s Journey as Teacher
Ayyub Sir joined A.T.T. High School, his alma mater, sometimes in 1962 as Assistant Teacher. Mathematics was his forte, and he soon became the students’ darling.
“Ayyub Sir was a teacher of class. He was gifted with a very good hand writing and drawing skills, and used to explain his topics with artistically drawn geometrical figures”, Jameel Karanti, Vice Chairman of A.T.T. High School told ummid.com.
Jameel Karanti is one of the hundreds of students who learned Mathematics and Geometry from Ayyub Sir.
Colleagues recall, Ayyub Sir was very polite yet very strict and would always like to maintain discipline in classroom.
“He had a unique style of teaching, and had total control of the class and complete grip on the topic. He had smartly prepared his lessons to finish them in the allotted time”, Mushir Ansari said.
Mushir Ansari is one of Ayyub Sir’s students who also had a chance to teaching with him in the same school. He said Ayyub Sir was a master in time management and class control.
“He was neither very fast nor very slow and used to satisfy almost whole of the class. He was the one who will complete the syllabus with the end of the term. After taking charge as Asst HM, he used to say a teacher asking for Extra Class means he did not efficiently utilize the time allotted to him as per the time table”, Mushir Ansari Sir recalled while talking to ummid.com.
Personal Tragedy
Ayyub Sir would spend most of his time in the school. After school hours, he would be at home with the family and come out only for daily prayers.
In 1981, he lost his wife. The sudden demise of his wife changed Ayyub Sir further and he would now spend more of his time in the school and less at home.
“His wife’s death was a great loss for him. But he never expressed his grief in public. People would suggest him to opt for second marriage so as to fill the gap. He however never agreed. He in fact reprimanded a friend when he insisted him to marry again”, said Abdul Khalique, retired officer at Janata Co-Operative Bank and a colleague of Ayyub Sir’s eldest son Ashfaque.
A man of helping nature
Besides his unique teaching style and his commitment to duty, Ayyub Ansari Sir was also admired for his helping nature.
“He was the one to stand by the school and the students whenever they needed him. He was always ready to go an extra mile to help the school progress and students shine in the local and board exams”, Jamaluddin Abdullah, his colleague of 30 years at A.T.T. High School, recalled.
Jamaluddin Sir, one of my father Mohmmad Anwar Faizee’s best friends, was my patron at A.T.T. High School. I had topped the school in classes 8th and 9th. In 1985, when I was to appear in the SSC Board Exams, the target was to register a place in the Maharashtra State Board Merit List.
Ehtesham Sir was very kind to take the responsibility of preparing me in Social Sciences. English, General Science and other subjects were taken care of by Shakeel Ansari Sir, Abdul Latif Ansari Sir and others. Mathematics and Geometry were tricky as the board had introduced the new syllabus and the board exam pattern too was changed.
Jamaluddin Sir and Ehtesham Sir wanted Ayyub Ansari Sir to give me tuition. But, the problem was that after his wife’s death Ayyub Ansari Sir had lost interest in private coaching.
While working together, the two – Ayyub Ansari Sir and Jamaluddin Sir, had developed a special bond. It was because of this bond, Ayyub Ansari Sir, against his will, accepted Jamaluddin Sir’s request to provide me private tuition in Mathematics and Geometry.
The efforts of these noble souls bore fruits. Though I missed the Merit List by just 06 marks, I emerged the topper of the Nashik District scoring the highest marks in all subjects except Hindi and Marathi – Marathi being the subject introduced in the board exams for the first time.
Seven sons and four daughters – Ayyub Sir had a big family to take care of. He was living in a joint family where his brothers too had large families. The family’s ancestral textile business was not doing well. Neither was the salary Ayyub Sir was drawing enough to feed his children and other family members.
“We joined the service at a salary of INR 3,000 and the last salary we drew was a little over INR 12,000”, Jamaluddin Sir recalled.
With this salary, Ayyub Sir not only managed the routine expenses of the family but also made sure his children complete their education. The result is that his eldest son Ashfaque joined as an Officer at a bank, the younger son Altaf and daughter Aafiya became doctors, Khaleel Ansari and Naeemurrehman are teachers whereas Ataurrehman, Shafeequrrehman and Hifzurrehman are good at business. His grandchildren and granddaughters, in plenty, too are well educated, about half a dozen pursuing MBBS.
Besides the family members, a large number of colleagues and students were present for the final journey of Ayyub Sir. There was a somber yet tearful atmosphere, with light shower pouring down the sky, as the admired teacher was laid to rest Sunday night, in the same grave where his wife was buried 43 years ago at the iconic Bada Qabristan of Malegaon.
[The writer, Aleem Faizee, s Founder Editor of ummid.com. He can be reached at aleem.faizee@gmail.com]
source: http://www.ummid.com / Ummid.com / Home> Obituary / by Aleem Faizee, ummid.com / July 01st, 2024
Marai Village, Siphajr (Darang District) , ASSAM :
Inside the shrine of Baga Baba
As National Highway-15 traverses through the village Marai of the Darang district in northern Assam, travellers see a shrine that commands the devotion and reverence of both Hindus and Muslims.
This is the shrine of Baba Baga which is visited by people of all faiths, and is especially popular among travelers who have taken the NH-15. Trucks and buses that come from far and wide stop here to offer prayers and make donations. All passenger buses and goods trucks stop here as the shrine management has kept drinking water available.
Baga Baba was born as Abdul Khaleque. He came to Assam in 1916 from the then Sylhet district (now in Bangladesh). Initially, he lived in Gog, Satsali, and Badalguri and finally settled down in Marai village of Sipajhar in 1919.
The shrine of Baga Baba in village Marai
From there, he launched his mission of spreading Islam in the greater Darang district. The Sufi cleric also joined the Indian freedom movement; he was also jailed.
Baga Baba died in 1933 and the locals raised a mausoleum (mazar) on his grave.
Speaking with Awaz-The Voice, Hafiz Ali, secretary of Baga Baba Mazar, said: “The cleric lit the torch of Islam here. Along with preaching the religion, he also spread the message of peace, harmony, and brotherhood. Then he sent Maulana Didaruddin Saheb to be educated as a maulana. Everybody believes Baga Baba to be an Auliya (master of some divine power) of Allah. Hindus and Muslims alike come here and pray.
“At present, people from all over Assam and India who travel through this highway donate at this mazar. Today the village has nine mosques. The inflow of people and pilgrims has increased over the years. Hindus and Muslims have equally contributed to it.
Drinking water facility at the shrine for travellers
The construction work of the mazar was initiated by former president Jiban Baruah. There are still many non-Muslims, such as Bhumidhar Saharia, Himanshu Kalita, and others, in the management committee of the Mazar,” he said.
The shrine hosts Milad sharif every Thursday of the week. In addition, a Urs is held every year on 12 of Magh (late January), the death anniversary of Baga Baba. People from different parts of India participate in the Urs. Although the Baga Baba Mazar is located on the northern side of NH 15, there is also a premises of the Mazar on the southern side of the road.
It is worth mentioning that the Baga Baba Mazar has played a significant role in maintaining Hindu-Muslim unity and harmony in the entire Darang district as well as in the greater Marai Bijulibari area.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Ariful Islam, Sipajhar / June 25th, 2024
On this day, Nawab of Bengal Siraj-ud-Daulah was at the gates of Fort William in Calcutta with an army of 50,000 soldiers, 50 cannons and 500 elephants.
Siraj-ud-Daulah / File image
On this day, Nawab of Bengal Siraj-ud-Daulah was at the gates of Fort William in Calcutta with an army of 50,000 soldiers, 50 cannons and 500 elephants. By that time the British had retreated to the British East India Company’s ships. John Zephaniah Holwell was in charge of the British side, which had less than 200 soldiers left at the fort. Holwell surrendered to Siraj on June 20 afternoon.
June 20, 1756, is marked by “the Black Hole Tragedy”. According to Holwell, the surrendered British were forced into a small chamber at the fort by the Nawab’s army.
More than a hundred of the prisoners died. Only 23 of them survived, Holwell’s account said. Later, commentators and historians have questioned Holwell’s account and claimed that fewer people had died.
source: http://www.telegraphindia.com / The Telegraph Online / Home> West Bengal / by Chandrima S Bhattacharya / June 19th, 2024
Prof. Rubi Anjum, Department of Tahaffuzi Wa Samaji Tib, Faculty of Unani Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University has been appointed as the Chairperson of the concerned department, for a period of three years, with effect from July 1, 2024.
Prof Anjum, engaged in teaching and research for over the last 16 years, has authored two books and published more than 70 research papers in journals of national and international repute. Besides this, she has attended more than 70 national and international conferences and seminars and presented papers on myriad topics.
She received an Award of Appreciation at a World Health Day event held at Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi on April 3, 2016, for her role in creating awareness about diabetes.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / June 30th, 2024
