A solemn farewell ceremony was held at Banhgarh Model Primary School, located 12 kilometres from Sivasagar town, to honour 17 teachers from the Chengelibari Cluster who are retiring from service
Sivasagar :
A solemn farewell ceremony was held at Banhgarh Model Primary School, located 12 kilometres from Sivasagar town, to honour 17 teachers from the Chengelibari Cluster who are retiring from service on Sunday. The event was presided over by headmaster Rohini Arandhara, with Bipin Chandra Maut, a teacher at Moupiya Primary School, leading the proceedings.
The retiring teachers including Rohini Arandhara, Satyen Borgohain, Chandraprabha Changmai, Rajat Dutta, Abdul Jabbar, Basanta Chutia, Bina Saikia, Rupa Hazarika, Dadhi Konwar, Kanak Changmai, Muhibur Rahman, Bharat Borpatra Gohain, Rupali Bokotial, Shobhan Borgohain, Bogadhar Duwori, Khiroda Konwar, and Toseswar Dulakakhoria, were honoured with traditional Assamese attire, seleng chador, gamosa, and a certificate of appreciation by the officials of the Chengelibari Cluster.
During the ceremony, the retiring teachers reflected on their past experiences and became emotional while accepting the honour. The event was attended by many students, guardians, and notable community members.
source: http://www.sentinelassam.com / The Sentinel / Home> Assam News / by Sentinel Digital Desk / October 07th, 2024
The Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) organised a gathering titled “Consultation with Lawyers” at Hotel Arco Palace here Saturday. Around 50 advocates from across the state attended.
Syed Saadat Ali, APCR State President, urged the audience to prioritise helping the vulnerable, stating, “Until you assist those in need, you are not fully honouring your profession.”
He emphasised APCR’s ongoing commitment to supporting the weak.
APCR Vice President, Advocate Kaleem Ahmed, highlighted the challenge that victims’ families often face in conveying accurate information to authorities.
“It is our responsibility to assist these families by presenting the facts accurately to the administration and government, ensuring justice is served,” he said.
Advocate Munazir Islam, APCR Joint Secretary, addressed the concerning rise of “bulldozer culture” in Rajasthan, following trends seen in UP and MP. He called on advocates to remain informed and find solutions to counter this trend, noting APCR’s intervention in bulldozer cases in Udaipur, Jahazpur, and Bhilwara. He referenced a Supreme Court ruling on an APCR (Rashid Khan) petition, which stated that no home, whether owned by a criminal or not, should be subject to demolition without due process.
APCR General Secretary Muzammil Islam Rizvi, who moderated the event, introduced APCR’s initiatives in Rajasthan, highlighting its efforts to organise legal programmes, volunteer initiatives, seminars, and campaigns to promote legal awareness among the public. The meeting provided a platform for advocates to discuss their role in advancing justice and protecting civil rights, particularly concerning the increasing use of demolition machinery to enforce property laws.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Raheem Khan, Radiance News Bureau / October 28th, 2024
In an effort to unite Bhatkallis residing in Dubai and other parts of the United Arab Emirates, the “AUZ Blast Edition 2” cricket tournament is set to commence in Dubai on October 26, 2024. The tournament is being organized by the Dubai-based Bhatkal companies, AUZ real estate and Nuha General Trading.
Providing details to the media, Ismail Mohtisham, the media coordinator of the organizing committee, explained that the purpose of the tournament is to bring together young cricket enthusiasts and players who are working in different parts of Dubai and the UAE, and to provide them with a platform to showcase their talent and take their skills to new heights.
The spectacular cricket event will not only serve as a source of entertainment for the cricket fans of Coastal Karnataka living in the UAE but will also offer young players from Bhatkal and surrounding areas an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities on a prominent stage.
The auction for the players will be held on October 6, with the first match scheduled for October 26.
Mohtisham further shared that eight teams will participate in the tournament, with a total of 220 players registering their interest. Each team will consist of 16 players, including three guest players.
The winning team will be awarded a trophy along with a cash prize of AED 10,999, while the runner-up team will receive a trophy and AED 6,999. Individual performances will also be recognized, with a Man of the Match award for each game and the prestigious Man of the Tournament award for the best overall performance.
“The tournament format will feature eight teams divided into two groups, with each team playing three league matches,” Mohtisham added. “The top four teams will qualify for the playoffs, promising plenty of excitement and competition.”
In addition to the thrilling cricket matches, fans can look forward to an exciting atmosphere with snacks and gift hampers on offer, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone attending the AUZ Blast Edition 2.
All matches will be held at Al Batayah Stadium in Sharjah.
It is important to note that Sundays are official holidays in Dubai and the UAE, while most companies have half-day holidays on Saturdays.
According to the schedule, the tournament will kick off on the evening of Saturday, October 26, with the opening ceremony, followed by the first match at 9:30 PM. On Sunday, October 27, the first match will be played at 10:00 AM, the second at 2:00 PM, and the third at 5:30 PM. For the next two weeks, on November 3 and November 10, four matches will be held on Sundays. On Saturday, November 16, two matches will take place, and on Sunday, November 17, the second semi-final and the final match will be played.
source: http://www.sahilonline.com / Sahil Online / Home> Gulf News / by IG Bhatkal / S O News Service / October 04th, 2024
Dr. Afreen Mubeen Sheikh, a native of Mangaluru has made her hometown proud when she recently won the SHE Award in Dubai for her dedicated service to her profession and for contributing to the cause of women empowerment in UAE.
Dr Afreen is an alumnus of K S Hegde Medical Academy where she pursued her MBBS. She later did her Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland.
Dr Afreen is a mentor and coach for foreign medical graduates seeking medical licensure in the UAE. She is a women’s health consultant in Mamahood, Dubai. Her expertise and guidance have empowered countless mothers to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. She has also successfully founded a women’s modest fashion brand by name ’Hayaa by Afreen’ in Dubai and also has a popular blog page by name ’The Whitecoat Mama’ on Instagram.
She uses the platform to raise awareness about women’s health and Gulf medical exams. She’s not only a respected medical professional and social media influencer but also a brand ambassador for several renowned brands in the UAE. Dr Afreen’s inspiring journey and her achievements were featured in a popular Dubai magazine ’Xpatzhub’ in October.
Dr Afreen is married to Dr Mohammad Mubeen who is a Paediatric Intensivist.
SDM-IMD alumnus Feroze Azeez seen with Dr. S. N. Prasad, Director, SDM-IMD, Dr. S. Saibaba, Faculty-Marketing and Gururaj, Manager – Admissions.
Feroze Azeez, Deputy CEO of Anand Rathi Wealth Ltd., and an alumnus of SDM-IMD, Mysuru, has received the IMC Young Alumni Award for his professional achievements at the India Management Conclave by MBAUniverse held at XLRI, Jamshedpur last month.
The previous awardees include top achievers from the IIMs, XLRI, SPJIMR etc.
Feroze Azeez is the son of A.K. Azeez and Rukhsana Azeez of Mysuru.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Photo News / October 23rd, 2024
Under the auspices of Media Study Centre and with the cooperation of Vistara TV and Basaveshwara Parishad, Dr. Mohammed Farooq Pasha, Asst. Prof. Department of Commerce and Management Kengeri and Dr. Fazilath Uzma from Microbiology and Food Technology Department of Bangalore University were awarded with Acharya Shri 2024 in recognition of their services in their respective fields.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Bengaluru South Shiv Prakash Devraju, renowned cardiologist Mahantesh R Chantimath, President of Basava Parishad Uma Devi, former MP Prof. I.G. Sanadi and others were present on the occasion.
Dr. Farooq has authored more 50 books for pre-university and degree courses in Commerce. Dr. Fazilath is a senior research fellow at Bangalore University and has written 11 books on the subject.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Pride of the Nation> Awards> Latest News / by Mohammed Atherulla Shariff, (headline edited) , Radiance News Bureau / October 28th, 2024
The Islamic Welfare Society in the coastal town of Bhatkal, on the shores of the Arabian Sea, has anchored the lives of lakhs of people within 40 years of its establishment. Registered under the Karnataka Societies Act, IWS provides interest-free Loans to people irrespective of religion, caste and creed. Around 15% of the beneficiaries are non-Muslims.
Loans worth around thirteen crore rupees were disbursed to more than 4800 marginalised persons last year for business, agriculture, education, house repair, medical treatment, marriage, etc. In the initial two months of the current financial year around 2200 people were provided with loans to the tune of 3 crore 42 lakhs.
During the tsunami of demonetization, the IWS rescued around 33 thousand people by offering loans amounting to 35 crores (2017-2019). Another disastrous wave of Covid-19 and the Lockdown gave a heavy blow to weaker sections. The IWS helped around 18 thousand badly-hit people, providing loans amounting to 31 crores (2019-2021).
Custodian, mentor
The Bhatkal Society acts as a custodian too. Various Masjids and NGOs keep their deposit for safety purposes with the Society.
The Society educates petty businessmen and small-time artisans to manage their funds. Pigmy deposit is an effective mode to promote saving habits. Society’s pigmy collectors procure around 1 lakh rupees daily to the needy at their door steps. With a pre and free consent of the depositors these funds are channelized as Interest Free Loans to needy persons. This brings spiritual solace to the depositors.
Systematic distribution of Zakat
The Society has got arrangements for collection and distribution of Zakath fund in an organized manner. Around 550 families of Bhatkal are benefitted through this Scheme. Deserving people in and around Bhatkal are provided with monthly pension of rupees 500, 300 and 200 per month out of the total sanctioned amount for the whole year. It is deposited in their accounts with the Society. The persons concerned withdraw the amount from their accounts as and when needed.
Monthly provision
Some philanthropists wish to help the poor with monthly provision, through the Society. Thirty poor families are provided with ration kits, costing rupees 1500, 1000 and 800. Some people deposit their Zakat amount along with a list of beneficiaries, concealing their identity with beneficiaries, and that amount is distributed accordingly.
Whereas many people deposit their Zakat amount in the Zakat Fund of the Society only and its distribution is left to the discretion of the Society.
Some others contribute particularly to medical needs of the poor. At an average five persons are benefited under this head every month. Even accident victims and people facing health emergencies are helped after confirmation from reliable sources.
Another utilization of our Zakat Fund is education. Poor students of Govt. schools in and around Bhatkal are provided with their essential needs. About 700 deserving students take advantage of this scheme annually. The Society is undertaking distribution of Zakat silently.
Public health is a very vast field in social work. The Society has recently started its work on public health front too, running a hospital under the name of Welfare Hospital. Frequent traveling of people to the nearby Mangalore city for minor health problems has come down to a good extent.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Features> Focus / by Mohammed Atherulla Shariff, Radiance News Bureau / July 13th, 2024
In honor of its achievement of over 90,000 deliveries, Thumbay University Hospital, UAE’s largest private academic hospital owned and managed by Thumbay Group, hosted a special event.
The festive occasion took place at the Thumbay Medicity (Al Jurf, Ajman), offering an evening filled with joy, laughter, and memorable experiences for the attendees present.
Since the first delivery in January 2003, Thumbay Healthcare has successfully conducted over 90,000 deliveries, significantly contributing to its growth and establishing itself as the UAE’s most sought-after family hospital for maternity care. The Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBG) department serves approximately 35,000 patients annually and is equipped with 10 state-of-theart labor and delivery rooms, a dedicated OBG emergency unit, and specialized operating theatres. Additionally, there is a postnatal ward with private rooms for new mothers, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment during their recovery.
The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, along with Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Thumbay Healthcare.
The celebration featured various activities designed to engage both children and adults. Highlights included balloon twisting, magic shows, face painting, and a best-dressed babies’ contest, with three winners announced. The event culminated in a cake-cutting ceremony that signified the growth and joy shared by infants and their families over the years.
Attendees also had the chance to participate in a raffle draw, with five winners receiving surprise gifts aimed at enhancing their parenting experience. A dedicated photo booth was available for families to create personalized keepsakes. Additionally, parents received vouchers for a health check-up valued at AED 3,499, available for AED 399, as well as a free dental consultation.
“As we commemorate the remarkable achievement of 90,000 deliveries within our hospital family, we recognize the profound honor of being part of these significant milestones in the lives of so many. It is a privilege to support the early development of each child, who represents the hope for a healthier and brighter future. Together with their families, we take pride in witnessing the growth, milestones, and vast potential that these new lives will contribute to our community. This milestone reaffirms our commitment to providing exceptional care and nurturing the next generation, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive,” said Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Thumbay Healthcare.
The hospital also offers an affordable maternity package, further enhancing its commitment to accessible and quality care for families. Maternity package at Thumbay University Hospital includes consultations with specialist gynecologists, free delivery booking, and antenatal classes. Priced at AED 5,499 for normal deliveries and AED 8,999 for C-section deliveries, the package is designed to diagnose, monitor, and prevent health issues, promoting healthier lifestyles for expectant mothers.
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Gulf / by Vartha Bharati / October 16th, 2024
Haaequa Awati alias Hijabi trekker climbing Kalsubhi peak, the highest one in Maharashtra
Haaequa Awati of Junnar in Pune, Maharashtra, known as Hijabi Trekker for her passion for trekking in a hijab, is on an exploration of all the forts built by the Maratha Warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It’s interesting to note that both were born in Junnar, a historic city of Maharashtra.
Haaequa Awati’s bio on her Instagram account @hijabitrekker includes a quote, “Nature’s path is where the mind finds clarity, the body finds strength, and the heart finds freedom” Haika emerging as ‘Hijabi Trekker’ is creating a different identity through trekking.
Haaequa has been fascinated by forts since childhood. She feels drawn to the stories of Maharaj Chhatrapati Shivaji’s bravery. She developed an interest in outdoor sports right in school. Inspired by Shivaji’s stories, she picked up adventure sports.
Haaequa’s wanderlust started because of her passion for sports. She had been practicing taekwondo from the age of nine years. She is the first Muslim woman from Junnar taluk to earn a black belt.
“Being born in Shiv Janmabhoomi, I have had an adventurous spirit since childhood. I don’t have a brother, so I felt responsible for the protection of my sisters… In that sense, I learned taekwondo for self-defense out of my love for sports… From that love, I developed the hobby of trekking.”
Haaequa Awati practising martial arts
Haaequa spent her childhood in a village. Her father has a small tailoring business and her mother is a school teacher. Haaequa is the eldest of three sisters.
Haaequa came to Pune to pursue higher education. Sports and trekking are popular in her community, but higher education among women is not common. She completed her education while maintaining her passion for sports.
Haaequa got inspired to play sports, she says, “Being born in Shiv Janmabhoomi, I have had an adventurous spirit since childhood. As I didn’t have a brother, I felt responsible for protecting myself and my sisters… In that sense, I learned taekwondo for self-defense out of my love for sports… From that love, I developed the hobby of trekking.”
She came to Pune and completed her MBA from a reputed college and soon got a job. Soon she started coaching schoolchildren in sports and would use her weekends for trekking.
Haaequa Awati posing for a picture during one of her treks
She started trekking from the Shivjanmasthan Fort Shivneri, a fort build by Shivaji Maharaj. So far, she has collected that information by wandering in many places like Torna, Harishchandragad, Korigad, Kokandiva, Rajmachi, Bhuikot, Sea forts, and Mountain forts. Her travel vlogs have also become popular on YouTube and Instagram.
She says, “My mother, being a teacher, is always innovative. She knows a lot about social media and technology. So she gave me the idea to start the channel. After that, I started my channel on social media called ‘Hizbi Trekker’.”
Along with showing the beauty of Sahyadri through her social media, Haaequa tries to convey the culture of Maharashtra and the history preserved through the forts. She chooses a high-altitude fort or a mountain and climbs it wearing casual clothes that blend in with the forest. Haaequa decided to trek wearing a hijab. The idea behind it was to break the stereotype of a Hijab-wearing Muslim woman.
Haaequa has shown how modernity can be embraced while still maintaining religiosity and modest dressing. On being asked about her Hijab while trekking Haaequa said, “When I performed Umrah and Hajj in 2019, I gained more respect for the hijab. That’s when I realized that religion or culture never comes in the way of your ambition. We can fulfill our dreams even by wearing hijab. Because hijab is not compulsory but a matter of choice.”
Haaequa adds, “Many people think that being religious means you can’t live life as per your choice. I wanted to break this misconception. So I decided to wear my religious identity on my sleeves while pursuing my passion for trekking. That is how the concept of ‘Hijabi Trekker’ was born.”
On her logo on her social media pages, she says, “There is a lot of respect for our tricolor. It is also a place of inspiration. Inspired by the three colors of the tricolor, I created my Hizbi Trekker logo.”
Haaequa Awati in front of a monument up in the hills
Speaking about her journey from a passion for sports to trekking, Hayka says, “I’m trying to prove myself through this. I want to show that Muslim women are also leading the way in sports. Today, my social media followers refer to me as Hizbi Trekker. Hijabi Haaequa has become my identity.”
When asked about the difficulties she faced in her early days of trekking as a woman, she says, “While trekking, you have to wear loose but skimpy clothes. But I feel comfortable in full body coverings. So that one thing bothered me, but luckily some companies in Kerala have marketed full-body clothing used during trekking. It solved the problems of many girls like me.”
She further says, “I have met a lot of girls who want to do trekking. However, when it comes to trekking by women, many people wonder about where they would stay. Sometimes, the trekkers may also carry their children. I mostly get such reactions, especially from Muslim families. While searching for answers to such questions, I thought that we should curate trekking groups for women.”
Haaequa feels education is an important component of development and empowerment. Unfortunately, the level of education of Muslims in India especially in higher education is not very satisfactory. Although this society has been somewhat backward due to the lack of education, today it seems to be undergoing many positive changes.
Women face many problems due to lack of education. Therefore, Haaequa has expressed her strong opinion on the importance of education. “I got married in 2017,” Haaequa adds, adding that women should be educated and empowered. Opinion I had to separate from my husband within a year of marriage. After that, I had to face the questions of relatives and society. The couple also started a huge court battle for divorce and that battle is still going on. I realized that this battle could not be fought effectively without knowing the law.”
She adds, “There are many laws for women in our country. But I did not know how to use those laws. So I decided to study law to fight my own battle effectively.”
Haaequa is completing her LLB from a reputed college in Pune. After becoming financially strong, she wants to cobble a trekking group of women and start a fitness training center for the elderly women.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Bhakti Chalaka, Pune / October 24th, 2024
Accept Happy Women’s Day from Hello Mumbai News.com Team :
Each year, Hello Mumbai News takes the privilege to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th to propagate and recognize women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements through featuring stories on their successful journey in their field and to call for gender equality
This is with a goal to raise awareness about the need to end gender-based violence, promote women’s leadership, celebrate their contributions, promote entrepreneurs, startups and advocate for women’s economic empowerment around the World.
We, Hello Mumbai News Team have compiled a list of noteworthy and inspiring Entrepreneurs drawn from across the Country.
We hope their stories will inspire one and all. So guys read on:
There is a tremendous growth in Muslims foraying into Entrepreneurship in the country. Amid the World celebrating the International Women’s Day, Hello Mumbai News is taking the privilege to interview the Muslim Entrepreneurs from Mumbai and so forth in their Series International Women’s Day.
As of now Women Muslim Entrepreneurs have defied this stereotype even as cashing in on the rapidly growing market for Muslim-focused Business.
Muslim Women Entrepreneurs are and have proved they are nothing less. Today they are into varied businesses and are growing with it on their own merits.
They have adopted the business and labour practices of global capitalism.
Muslim Women Entrepreneurs have made a mark in Mumbai and they have emerged as successful at entrepreneurship.
Sana Khatri:
Famous As: Business Entrepreneur
Hello Mumbai News: Could you please Introduce yourself to our readers?
Sana Khatri: Hi. I am Sana Khatri, I was born and brought up in Mumbai and hail from a Muslim Menom Community. Though I was an housewife earlier, presently, I am the Founder of Grace Network Event and Exhibition Company.
Hello Mumbai News: What Inspired you to venture into your own Business?
Sana Khatri: Well, being a Muslim Woman I observed that there is a lot of potential and talent in our Muslim Women but there is no specific platform for them to explore their talent. Hence decided to do it. Moreover, I belong to a business family background, so business is in my blood. And in a bid to empower and promote Women Entrepreneurs, I decided to start this business.
Hello Mumbai News: What Challenges you faced as a Woman Entrepreneur and how did you overcome them?
Sana Khatri: Look, In every business challenges occur and it is very common. So for me to create a network of women professional and Entrepreneurs was a Big challenge. I became very active on social media and did hard work on ground level. From person to person i created this platform.
Hello Mumbai News: Tell us something about your Start-up and how people can benefit from it?
Sana Khatri: My startup company name is Grace Network which provides a platform to MSME and women Entrepreneurs to showcase their products. We organise Exhibition twice a month in different parts of Mumbai. Women Entrepreneurs participate in this Exhibition display their products and get benefits. In last five years and as of now, we have organized more than 24 Exhibition across Mumbai.
Hello Mumbai News: Where did your Inspiration come from?
Sana Khatri: I was inspired by my Family members and my Husband
Hello Mumbai News: Do you feel that in India there are enough structures and facilities put in place to assist women to expand their Startup Journey?
Sana Khatri: Yes. India is a Very huge Market and our present Government is doing good to support MSMES and small Startup.
Hello Mumbai News: How you balance your professional and personal life .
Sana Khatri: Well, though quite difficult, yet, I managed. In this, I always had the support from my Husband.
Hello Mumbai News: What advice would you give to someone who is aspiring to be a Women Entrepreneur?
Sana Khatri: My sincere advice is to be positive and increase confidence. Y will definitely get success.
Hello Mumbai News: Which Woman Inspired you?
Sana Khatri: Quite obviously my Mother.
Hello Mumbai News: What is your message on International Women’s Day?
Sana Khatri: Yes.To Empower Women Empower Nation. Happy Women’s Day.
Hello Mumbai News: Being a Muslim Woman Entrepreneur what type of challenges and difficulties you faced.
Sana Khatri: Frankly speaking my biggest challenge is to bring Muslim Women Entrepreneurs under one roof. Our Community Women follow Pardhaa still now. And being a Muslim Woman Entrepreneur, Networking among Women is the biggest challenge
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your vision and future plan about your startup?.
Sana Khatri: Well, I want to make Grace Network a big platform across India and to promote Women Entrepreneurship culture among Muslim women. Very soon I will be organising an Exhibition in every district of Maharashtra and Big Metro cities of India.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you agree Mumbai being a financial capital a good Market for Startup and Entrepreneurs?
Sana Khatri: Yes of course. No doubt about it. In Mumbai Entrepreneurship culture is growing day by day among women Entrepreneurs.
Sanaubar Aijaz Malik:
Famous As: Business Entrepreneur
I am Sanaubar Aijaz Malik the owner of Glamour and Style a well-known clothing brand in Mumbai. I was born and brought up in a Muslim family in South Mumbai.G
I graduated in psychology from St Xaviers College and postgraduated in counselling psychology. My life’s journey was so very professional as a psychologist to begin with. I then got the opportunity to join a special school run by an NGO as principal and administrator and dedicated nearly 15 years for the upliftment of underprivileged women and children with special needs. This was a different level of contentment altogether for me. I have such precious and unforgettable memories of these days of my life.
Alhamdulillah born in a well educated Muslim family, all my family members were professionals, I did not have to face any societal pressure. The school where I worked was run by an NGO run by broad minded women themselves. Being a psychologist, I knew the importance of mother’s role in the development of children so I left my ideal and secure job to give time to my two kids, Anam and Jawaad, thanks to my supportive husband Aijaz and in laws. My hobbies were reading, handicraft making, stitching, embroidery, painting, dress designing and so much more… During this time my husband had to shift to Pune for work and our kids started growing up. As a result I now had few hours free for myself. I then started giving voluntary vocational training to underprivileged women and children with special needs, helping them to lead independent self reliant lives. Suddenly, my life turned upside down with my mom’s death due to cancer, my own and my husband’s ill health. It was during this phase that I started selling self created handicraft items and dress material to keep myself busy and distract myself from such circumstances. Alhamdulillah, we overcame this depressive phase and grew stronger. Then came the lockdown that changed the lives of so many people. It affected my life too but in a positive way. My online sales improved Alhamdulillah. I also got involved in a lot of charitable work. I noticed that a few karigars and tailors were out of their jobs. Some even left the city. I then thought of getting suits stitched and selling so that they could feed their families. I participated in a lot of exhibitions where I met a lot of other women entrepreneurs especially those who organized exhibitions and encouraged small business owners. No act of goodness and hardwork goes wasted. Blessings of all those who were helped led to the brand called GLAMOUR AND STYLE today. Glamour and Style grew into a successful brand in a significantly short span of time. Today, we have a team of karigars each expert in their own forte, team salesgirls, team of photographer and models, a team handling my social media, a graphic designer and so on. From an individual person handling business, glamour and style is benefitting so many people, both men and women who work from home. Another major aim is satisfaction of customers. We are continuously striving to make the best exclusive designs at affordable rates especially for middle class families. Thanks to my supportive husband Aijaz Malik, my family and friends, who always encourage and motivate me, i have been able to reach here. During lockdown many businesses failed and women came to the forefront supporting the family. The only advice that i can give someone who is an aspiring women entrepreneur is to never give up. Allah taala is watching. If your intentions are good, you will get success. Faith, willpower, hardwork and perseverance pays.
I take inspiration from wife of our beloved Prophet(pbuh) Hazrat Khadija (r a) who was a successful Muslim woman entrepreneur. Fashion is a signature of your unique style and it has a lot of scope. Today, Sanaubar Aijaz Malik’s Glamour and Style is a well known ladies clothing brand boutique located at Dongri, Mumbai. The place vibrates with hues and sophisticated designs….a candy to the eyes. It deals in ready to wear Indian attires, keeping in mind the customers budget and latest trends. The price range is super affordable without stooping on the quality. You can pick a lovely casual wear cotton outfit @ just Rs 1200/- Each suit made is exclusive. One of its kind. They have sizes from Small( S or 36) to 5XL (or 50). Available at our outlet are Stitched and semi stitched Kurtis/tunics. Casual cotton and lawn suits embellished with laces. Festive collection with embroidery and patch work. Premium and designer party wear collections. and much more. You can WhatsApp on 9833873378 Website www.glamourandstyle.in Instagram glamourand.style Address: 233, Bundar bldg, SVP Rd, Next to Buland Darwaza, opp. Khoja Kabrastan, Dongri Mumbai 400009. There are over 1000 suits available to select from. Shop is open 11am to 9 pm Monday to Saturday. Courier facility is also available all over India. Best quality at affordable prices. We match style and class with luxury and comfort. With the changing mindset, Inshaallah Muslim women will continue to make great strides in the business world in the days to come. In future, I see myself continuing my endeavour of helping the needy and impacting the lives of people so that the world could become a better place to live in. Inshaallah I plan to expand my business to cater to the needs of more and more people. On women’s day the only message that I want to give to all women entrepreneurs is to maintain quality of life. You need to balance your family, career, health as well as friends. This will automatically lead you to success. If I could do it, you can do it too. Happy women’s day.
Sanaa Gaazi:
Famous As: Mehndi Artist
Hello Mumbai News: Could you please Introduce yourself to our readers?
Sanaa Gaazi: Hi. Privileged to connect with Hello Mumbai News. I am Sana Gazi, born and brought up in Mumbai and hail from a Muslim Community. Though I was an housewife earlier, presently, I am the Founder of Sana Gazi Mhendi Artist Beauty Startups.
Hello Mumbai News: What Inspired you to venture into your own Business?
Sanaa Gaazi: Well, Since my child i was interested in Beauty Industry specially in Mhendi Design. From the day one my mother supported me a lot and i joined Mhendi classes done course. After this i decidedly to make it a professional. and decided to start this business.
Hello Mumbai News: What Challenges you faced as a Woman Entrepreneur and how did you overcome them?
Sanaa Gaazi: Look, In every business challenges occur and it is very common. So for me to create a network of women client was a Big challenge. I became very active on social media and did hard work on ground level. From person to person i created this platform.
Hello Mumbai News: Tell us something about your Start-up and how people can benefit from it?
Sanaa Gaazi: My startup company name is Sana Gazi Mhendi Artist which provides a Mhendi designing specially Dubai flavour.our speciality is Designing which women like it very much.
Hello Mumbai News: Where did your Inspiration come from?
Sanaa Gaazi: I was inspired by my Mother Family members and my Husband
Hello Mumbai News: How do you balance your professional and personal life .
Sanaa Gaazi: Well, though quite difficult, yet, I managed. In this, I always had the support from my Husband.
Hello Mumbai News: What advice would you give to someone who is aspiring to be a Women Entrepreneur?
Sanaa Gaazi: My sincere advice is to be positive and increase confidence. Y will definitely get success. Work hard belives in your self
Hello Mumbai News: Which Woman Inspired you?
Sanaa Gaazi: Quite obviously my Mother.
Hello Mumbai News: What is your message on International Women’s Day?
Sanaa Gaazi: This International Women’s Day, is very special for me, because it was on this auspicious day that I got married. This women’s day marks my 4th Marriage anniversary. I want to give special message to all women to support and help each other grow together and Make Nation strong.
Hello Mumbai News: Being a Muslim Woman Entrepreneur what type of challenges and difficulties you faced.
Sanaa Gaazi: Frankly speaking my biggest challenge is to create good quality client because Mhendi is an Art and its difficult to convince the client about Designing.
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your vision and future plan about your startup?.
Sanaa Gaazi: I want to make Sana Gazi Mhendi Artist a Big beauty Startup through this platform i want launch Mhendi classes want to teach poor and needy girls.Through my Mhendi art i want to support my society.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you agree Mumbai being a financial capital a good Market for Beauty Startup and Entrepreneurs?
Sanaa Gaazi: Yes of course. No doubt about it. In Mumbai Entrepreneurship culture is growing day by day among women Entrepreneurs.
Farzana Imran:
Famous As: Makeup Artist
Predominantly Business is a male-dominated world, and in the Muslim community, where female modesty is held at a premium, one might assume that was doubly the case.
But as of now Muslim Women Entrepreneurs are making a Huge impact they have defied this stereotype even as cashing in on the rapidly growing market for Muslim-focused Business.
Like other Non-Muslim women entrepreneurs who have conquered the Male Counterparts in every field of profession, so too Muslim Women Entrepreneurs are and have proved they are nothing less. Today they are into varied businesses and are growing with it on their their own merits.
One such ambitious charismatic and vibrant is Farzana Imran recognised as Zaana Make-up Artist.
Hello Mumbai News took the opportunity to catch up with the enterprising Make-up artist for an exclusive interview on International Women’s Day. Excerpts of the interview.
Hello Mumbai News: Hi. Farzana, welcome to Hello Mumbai News. Could you please introduce yourself to our readers.
Farzana: Hello. This is Farzana Imran, a Make-up artist.
Hello Mumbai News: Farzana, how did u foray into the beauty business?
Farzana: Well, I forayed into the beauty business way back 4 years ago as makeup artist and a subsequently an hairstylist.
Hello Mumbai News: How would you Describe your Signature Look.
Farzana: I have always attempted to enhance one’s inner beauty, Pakistani bridal look and elegant party makeups are my signature looks. It has been my passion towards makeup and engaged in beauty industry is all that I had always wanted and it was my cherished dream.
Hello Mumbai News: What made you come up with your Own Make up line.
Farzana: Beauty is endless and one doesn’t need to look fair as far as beauty is defined, but just that you need to be a good hearted person to look beautiful…..(but a lil mascara never hurts)
Hello Mumbai News: Please throw light on your speciality and services you provide.
Farzana: It has always been my priority to provide with the best of service to my clients. I also visit venues where there is a need for makeup. And also visit accept destination wedding makeups
Hello Mumbai News: Which elements of job that attracts and you most enjoy?
Farzana: Well, I just love doing eye makeup and enhance eyes. As a saying goes “Keep going and never stop your bank account has more numbers than your mobile number”.
Hello Mumbai News: What type challenges you have you encountered amid your professional Journey.
Farzana: Yes. I did have had to face lot of hassles but by the grace of God I could hustle, bustle fight and bounce back. Let me tell you that Women are blessed with power if whatever they decide they will ultimately succeed in life
Hello Mumbai News: Whom have you looked up for inspiration?
Farzana: Yes, amid peels of laughter, Parul Gurg a seasoned Makeup artist is my inspiration and touchwood I am fortunate to have a very supporting husband so everything gets managed. Am accessible on @zaana_makeup_artist and on Mob No. 9022696457
Fatima Qureshi:
Famous As: Beauty Entrepreneur
Hello Mumbai News: Could you Introduce yourself for our readers.
Fatima Qureshi: I am Fatima Qureshi, Beauty Expert by profession.
Hello Mumbai News: What Inspired you to venture into your Business?
Fatima Qureshi: It was the need of the hour and an Urge to be self-dependent.
Hello Mumbai News: What Challenges have you faced as a Woman Entrepreneur and how did you overcome them.
Fatima Qureshi: Well, amid taunt from the society as this profession was not appreciated in those days. Then traveling to places for work. Maintaining balance between home and work
Hello Mumbai News: Tell us something about your Start-up and how people can benefit from it.
Fatima Qureshi: For venturing into any business one has to invest a lot of money. Hence, I started giving tuitions and then utilized that money as a freelancer beautician.
Hello Mumbai News: Where Did your Inspiration come from?
Fatima Qureshi: It was a safe job as I had to deal with females.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you feel that in India there are enough structures and facilities put in place to assist women to expand their Startup Journey?
Fatima Qureshi: No
Hello Mumbai News: How do you balance your professional and personal life.
Fatima Qureshi: I organize my work as per priority. It’s difficult but I systematically manage it.
Hello Mumbai News: What advice would you give to aspiring Women Entrepreneur?
Fatima Qureshi: Just go for it. Achieve your dreams. Make the Impossible possible.
Hello Mumbai News: What Women Inspire you.?
Fatima Qureshi: To be Enthusiastic Positive Confident
Hello Mumbai News: What is your message on International Women’s Day.
Fatima Qureshi: Nothing is impossible for a WOMAN. Stand up for yourself.
Hello Mumbai News: Where can our readers find you and keep in touch with you.
Fatima Qureshi: On Instagram and Facebook @Femsglamour
Hello Mumbai News: Being a Muslim women Entrepreneur what type of challenges and difficulties you faced?
Fatima Qureshi: Too much restrictions on work timings and travel
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your vision and future plan about your startup?
Fatima Qureshi: I am a self-starter who intend to make the most of every opportunity that life offers me I want to become an inspiration for all the women who want to become an inspiration for others I want to help all those to achieve their goals.
Hello Mumbai News: Tell us in brief about your services.
Fatima Qureshi: We deal with all types of skin and beauty services.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you agree Mumbai being a financial capital a good Market for Startup and Entrepreneurs?
Fatima Qureshi: Yes, by all means.
Aisha Tabrez Chinoy:
Famous As: Food Entrepreneur
Hello Mumbai News: Could you Introduce yourself for our readers.
Aisha: I am a mother of 2 lovely kids, housewife and an entrepreneur who loves to hustle and wants to make an identity for myself in the society and be an inspiration for a lot of females to do something on their own.
Hello Mumbai News: What Inspired to start your Business.
Aisha: the challenge that I was going through in the kitchen specially while making birista where we had to peel onions, cut, chop and fry them to make birista inspired me to make kitchen life easy for a lot of kitchen queens and also my passion for cooking.
Hello Mumbai News: What Challenges have you faced as a Woman Entrepreneur and how did you overcome them.
Aisha: There have been end number of challenges that I have faced… Taking care of joint family, kids, household chores, staff, sales, manufacturing and many more challenging… But I am fortunate enough to have my husband who is the strongest pillar of my life and also for S.A Foods. He has a lot of experience in the corporate world dealing into sales and customer service. He’s always ensures to share and implement his experience in S.A Foods…
Hello Mumbai News: Tell Something about your Start-up and how people can benefit from it.
Aisha: Firstly all our products are all made using the finest ingredients and we offer premium quality marinades, birista, ginger garlic paste, chutneys, mayos to make kitchen life easy and zaikedaar for kitchen queens. We have more than 5000 customers and they all share their feedback that our products have made their kitchen life very easy and zaikedaar.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you feel that in India there are enough structures and facilities put in place to assist women to expand their Startup Journey.
Aisha: It is only the will, passion and persistence that helps you achieve your goals whether it is India or any location in the world. Make use of the resources available and looking for solutions to your problem is the key to success.
Hello Mumbai News: How you balance your professional and personal life .
Aisha: It is difficult and challenging… But when your husband and your family support understands you passion and you dream you can do wonders. I am fortunate alhamdulillah to have a strong family with very strong values and also my staff who are more like my family… Then it becomes easy to distribute your work load. Special thanks to my entire staff of S.A Foods.
Hello Mumbai News: What advice would you give to someone who are aspiring Women Entrepreneur
Aisha: Only 1 advice… Understand what makes you happy and work on your product/service daily… Love what you do and also be consistent… It’s you persistence and determination that will give you name and then everything falls in place.
Hello Mumbai News: What’is your message on International Women’s Day.
Aisha: Love yourself, be confident about the work you do. Make your own identity not to compete with anyone, but just to discover your strength and discover yourself.
Hello Mumbai News: Being a Muslim women Entrepreneur what type of challenges and difficulties you faced.
Aisha: A challenge is a challenge when you don’t have anyone to support you… But alhamdulillah I am blessed with best husband, parents, in-laws and my entire S.A Foods family who have been my strength and never made me feel if there’s any challenge. I see a challenge and alhamdulillah my husband comes up with a solution and my entire staff supports to complete those challenges.
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your vision and future plan about your startup.
Aisha: Ek hi vision hai… Make life easy and zaikedaar for all the kitchen queen… #hargharsafoods
Hello Mumbai News: Tell us brief about your services.
Aisha: We offer home delivery services and any customer can book their products through our website, Instagram and WhatsApp. We also keep on uploading new recipes on Instagram for our customers so that they know how they can prepare some yummy recipes for their own family easily. We also share more than 150 recipes through WhatsApp to make their kitchen life easy and zaikedaar.
Hello Mumbai News: Do you agree Mumbai being a financial capital a good Market for Startup and Entrepreneurs.
Aisha: I was born and bought up in Mumbai… There is always a lot of scope to start your own business and make a name for yourself. Just believe in yourself and make small progress daily. Naam ke liye kaam karo… Kaam khud ho jayega…
My mom and my mother in law who coincidentally has same name Sabera n of course my name Aisha and that’s the initial in S.A Foods… Their never to give up attitude inspires me and I am blessed to have them in my life.
Nikhat Khan:
Famous As: Makeup Artist
Hello Mumbai News: Could you introduce yourself for our readers.
Nikhat Khan: Nikhat khan as makeupbykhan I am professional makeup and hair artist
Hello Mumbai News: when and how did you get into beauty industry
Nikhat Khan: Makeup is my passion and in makeup industry I am since 3 yrs
Hello Mumbai News: How would you Describe your Signature look.
Nikhat Khan: The best way to create a signature look is to think about what is you want to accentuate about your natural beauty and then play around and see what makes you feel best
Hello Mumbai News: what made you come up with your own makeup line
Nikhat Khan: It’s my passion which made me come up with my makeup line
Hello Mumbai News: What is beauty for you
Nikhat Khan: It’s our strength and self confidence to know that with or without makeup the real beauty is “you”
Hello Mumbai News: Tell something about your specialty and service you provide
Nikhat Khan: We provide makeup that should look soft elegant and natural
Hello Mumbai News: which elements of job do you most enjoy
Nikhat Khan: As a makeup artist you have the power to make beautiful when ur clients see them in the mirror after your final touch the smile that you see on their face is “princeless”
Hello Mumbai News: Do you have any tips or advice for Aspiring makeup artist
Nikhat Khan: You should have a strong passion for the makeup industry and you should be creative
Hello Mumbai News: What type challenges have you faced during your professional Journey
Nikhat Khan: We all have to accept a challenge in every job how to balance it it’s up to us
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your message on International Women’s Day
Nikhat Khan: Happy Women’s day to all the incredible women ! “Not just today but everyday “
Hello Mumbai News: who is your favourite makeup artist
Nikhat Khan: Mine favourite makeup artist is Nasreen ma’am coz she’s the one where I am today she’s my makeup guru
Hello Mumbai News: how you balance your professional and personal life
Nikhat Khan: We should be very calm in both personal and professional life
Hello Mumbai News: when our readers can find you and keep in touch with you
Nikhat Khan: I m on Instagram as makeupbykhan3 WhatsApp on 9082958822
Yasmin:
Famous As: Makeup Artist
Hello Mumbai News: Could you Introduce yourself for our readers.
Yasmin:My name is yasmeen i am a professional makeup artist
Hello Mumbai News: when and how did you get into Beauty Industry.
Yasmin: I just love to do makeup right from my childhood but I tried it as a profession after my marriage by getting inspiration from all the ladies out there in the industry who just want to pursue something on their own.
Hello Mumbai News: How would you Describe your Signature Look.
Yasmin: As I said I just love doing makeup but my clients and friends love how I do box liner and nude makeup a lot as it enhances the natural beauty of the person irrelevant of their ethnicity.
Hello Mumbai News: what made you come up with your Own Make up line.
Yasmin: Nothing just a passion for makeup and a love of sharing the knowledge which I have.
Hello Mumbai News: What is Beauty for you.
Yasmin: To me, beauty is all about being comfortable in your skin, its about knowing and accepting who you are.
Hello Mumbai News: Tell Something about your speciality and services you provide.
Yasmin:My specialty is makeup and knowledge in it and that is the service that I provide, by the grace of Allah I am very good at it
Hello Mumbai News: which elements of job do you most enjoy.
Yasmin:you know, when we are done with our work and we receive a beautiful smile and positive feedback from the client, that’s it that’s the best part of the job which I enjoy
Hello Mumbai News: Do you have any Tips or advice for Aspiring Make up Artist.
Yasmin:Do what you love and love what you do, and follow your passion blindly don’t run after fame make your work shout out your name and fame will come running after you.
Hello Mumbai News: What type challenges have you faced during your professional Journey.
Yasmin:Nothing can be achieved without any challenges as being a married woman and a mother the difficulty level for starting a career at this time of life is way up high and the list is way long enough from the tension of who’s gonna look after the children to how well everything will be managed. But as they say, where there is a will there is a way, everything will be managed gradually.
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your message on International Women’s Day
Yasmin:A woman can do anything she is willing to do, the only thing she needs is just a small backing from the family and people around her. She may not be strong physically but strongest emotionally and mentally.
Hello Mumbai News: who is your favourite Make up Artist.
Yasmin:The makeup artists who inspire me and whom I admire a lot are Khushi Virani, Sheena Kaur, and Meenakshi Dutt. No comments the best in the industry.
Hello Mumbai News: How you balance your professional and personal life.
Yasmin:My personal and professional life are way more different and wide apart but we have to balance between them like they both are connected with a rope of family support, sacrifices, passion, and enthusiasm for the work and you have to balance yourself on it, the stronger the pull is the stiffer the rope gets and so it gets easier to balance between them. Just ignore the “char log” who are always behind your back and come to disbalance your life.
Hello Mumbai News: when our readers can find you and keep in touch with you.
Yasmin:my instagram id Yasmeen–makeup–artist Makeup by yasmeen86 My youtub id Yasmeen shaikh Yasmeenshaikh4230
Mehvash Arfat shaikh:
Famous As: Business Entrepreneur
Hello Mumbai News: Could you Introduce yourself for our readers.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: Mehvash Arfat shaikh Owner of Selfcare_station21 I deal in Oriflame Company products. Oriflame guarantees the quality of any Product which carries the Oriflame name and certify that they are manufactured by, or for us to meet the highest standards of quality. We are confident that our Customers will find our Products satisfactory in every way.
Hello Mumbai News: when and how did you get into Beauty Industry.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: One year back Wanted to help & empower women to work with zero investment at their own time like work from home. We help all women and teenagers to be entrepreneurs…with zero loss…and zero investment..
Hello Mumbai News: How would you Describe your Signature Look.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: You’re never going to get your best work done if you’re not satisfied with all aspects of your life.
Hello Mumbai News: What is Beauty for you.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: A beautiful person is someone who stays true to themselves and their spirit; someone who is self-confident and can make you smile.
Hello Mumbai News: Tell Something about your speciality and services you provide.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: When you register as Oriflame Brand Partner you will be one of our partners. You can take advantage of the opportunities we offer to make money by selling our products to others and to potentially build its own network of advisers.
Hello Mumbai News: which elements of job do you most enjoy.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: Make people belive in themself …. And start earning from their own business. Being successful doesn’t just mean making a lot of money. It means achieving success in all aspects of life
Hello Mumbai News: What’s your message on International Women’s Day
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: Women are an inspiration to everyone. Cheers to all women on Women’s Day 2023! There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.
Hello Mumbai News: How you balance your professional and personal life.
Mehvash Arfat shaikh: Organising your day and making a schedule for yourself will help in having a stress-free day. working from home can actually be the most efficient way to get things done.
source: http://www.hellomumbainews.com / Hello Mumbai News / Home> Mumbai Local / by Aleem Shaikh / March 08th, 2023
