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Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Your Akshaya Tritiya shopping & styling guide
As Akshaya Tritiya draws near, it's time to shine in more ways than one. Celebrated with a touch of sparkle, it is the perfect occasion to invest in jewellery. CT brings you a style guide to help you flaunt your finest pieces and put your best foot forward at upcoming weddings, Jewellery trends this season Temple jewellery with lotus, peacock, and Lakshmi motifs Chunky chokers paired with guinea rani haars Oversized maang tikkas, sheeshphools, and bold mathapattis Gold fused with kundan settings Choker-style kundan necklaces with emerald bead drops Layered pearl or ruby polki choker sets Polki chandbalis, hathphools, and stacked ivory-gold bangles Makeup tips to match your jewellery on festive occasions 120663274 'This season is all about looking luminous and elegant,' says celebrity makeup artist Abhijit Paul. Summer brides are embracing dewy skin with minimal contouring. 'Think lit-from-within, not layered-on makeup,' he adds. Eyes are bold yet earthy, with bronze, copper, and burgundy smokey lids paired with wispy, natural lashes. Brows stay full and softly defined. 'Rich reds and deep berries are timeless for weddings, but softer pinks and nudes are big for daytime looks,' adds Abhijit. Small bindis and gold highlighted inner eye corners are making a comeback. Hair trends feature voluminous curls, floral-adorned buns, and sleek center parts. 'Peachy cream blush high on the cheeks with a soft glow is the perfect finish,' says Abhijit. Style your gold Red rules, with Benarasi, Kanjeevaram, and Garad sarees in red and rust shades Minimal zari and antique gold detailing to go with antique jewellery Dual-toned pallus pair well with modern designs Team Traditional drapes like aatpoure, madisar with vintage jewellery Belts, veils, and layered dupattas add a modern twist to the jewelled look Intricately woven pallus and borders add richness to traditional jewellery Mix classic weaves with contemporary styles for a fresh yet timeless vibe Quotes: On Akshaya Tritiya, I enjoy wearing sari and gold jewellery. I try to buy something new to celebrate the occasion, even if it is small – Riya Bhattacherjee, model I've been drawn to gold jewellery, but I either love tiny, minimalist pieces or bold statement ones. My favourite gold jewellery is that of grandmom's. She has an eye for rare designs, and I inherited that from her - Tanika Basu, actress This season, traditional saris and jewellery are making a strong comeback. It's all about being rooted in heritage while styling the outfit and jewellery with a fresh perspective– Sandip Jaiswal, stylist Pix: Anindya Saha Makeup: Abhijit Paul Hair: Sananda Laha Wardrobe and styled by: Sandip Jaiswal Jewellery: Onirban Sen Location: The Flamboyant
Express Tribune
24-04-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Scottish expert proposes 'Golden Triangle'
Listen to article Dr Alaa Garad, a globally acclaimed expert in quality and organisational learning, has underscored the need for taking an ambitious and transformative initiative titled "Golden Triangle" – a trilateral partnership framework aimed at linking Pakistan, China and Scotland. The vision behind this initiative is to create a synergistic alliance that promotes cross-border collaboration in education, cultural exchange, innovation and applied research. Garad emphasised the alliance's potential to act as a bridge between the East and the West while drawing on the strength of each nation to foster sustainable progress and innovation-driven development. The Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) hosted Professor Garad, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education, Scotland, during his visit to Pakistan. The meeting took place at the PCJCCI Secretariat that covered collaboration, forward-thinking dialogue and mutual interest in long-term strategic partnerships. Garad underlined the role Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education could play in the collaboration by offering its expertise in delivering quality education in Islamic economics, international relations and leadership studies. He also expressed interest in facilitating delegations, academic conferences and cultural exhibitions that could help strengthen the socio-economic fabric of partner nations. Speaking on the occasion, PCJCCI Secretary General Salahuddin Hanif stressed the importance of finding ways to formalise academic and cultural linkages among institutions in the three countries. They explored opportunities for joint academic programmes, research initiatives, faculty exchange, skill development workshops and innovation incubators, particularly in areas such as emerging technologies, entrepreneurship and sustainable development. PCJCCI Commercial Ambassador Imtiaz Mehmood shared insights and offered support for the trilateral initiative. He highlighted the importance of commercial diplomacy in accelerating international educational ties and emphasised the role of workforce up-skilling and public-private partnerships in achieving inclusive growth. PCJCCI Vice President Zafar Iqbal reaffirmed the chamber's commitment to becoming a strategic enabler in the visionary partnership. "We believe this initiative holds immense promise for building a future of shared knowledge, intercultural harmony and technological advancement. PCJCCI is ready to serve as a platform to convene academic leaders, policymakers and business communities to translate this vision into actionable milestones," he said.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everything you need to know about Peckham Fringe 2025
Theatre Peckham has announced a diverse community-curated programme for the Peckham Fringe. Running from May 1 to June 6, 2025, the festival will feature nearly 30 shows. This year, the event will expand into Canada Water Theatre, alongside the regular venues of Theatre Peckham's Main Theatre and Studio 1. The expansion aims to provide more artists with the opportunity to showcase their work while enhancing accessibility for local residents. Now in its fourth year, Peckham Fringe was established to address the barriers artists face in presenting their work. The festival has become a key cultural event in London's artistic landscape, committed to amplifying voices and providing a platform for both emerging and established artists. The programme for this year's festival will feature a wide range of theatre, dance, comedy, and spoken word performances. The festival will open with Tony Craze Award winner Maryam Garad's solo performance piece, Reparations, which explores the internal worlds of a young female shoplifter. Ms Garad said: "All my stories are influenced by my identity as a Black British Muslim woman. "I want to write stories that allow people from similar backgrounds to see themselves on the stage. "I hope my work can change the narrative that often sidelines Black and Brown voices." Other performances will explore themes such as gentrification, immigration, and gendered expression. The festival will close with a return of Brother's Keeper by Selorm Adonu, which combines Krump dance within a party atmosphere. Selorm, who also acts in the play, said: "Putting on Brother's Keeper at Peckham Fringe last year has changed the game for me entirely as a creative. "It's taught me how to be a better writer, producer and actor, and overall a better artist. "The best thing of all is performing on a stage that is in the ends." The festival is curated each year by Theatre Peckham's Ambassadors, a group of dedicated local community members. Their insights ensure the programming is ambitious and reflective of a range of community voices. Local writer and performer Jessica Siân said: "As Ambassadors we bring fresh perspectives that shape the festival into a true reflection of the breadth of artistic talent. "Our commitment to inclusivity and representation is vital in our mission to amplify underrepresented voices." The success of previous years' productions is testament to the high calibre of talent and the opportunities that the festival provides. Peckham Fringe was the birthplace of hit shows including NO ID by Tatenda Samisu, Bangtail by Lil Wenker, Sunny Side Up by David Alade, and I Love Acting but F the Industry by Faisal Dacosta and Raphel Famotibe. Acclaimed playwright Roy Williams OBE FRSL has recently joined as a patron, championing new writing and diverse voices within the arts. Roy said: "Fringe festivals like Peckham Fringe are essential for nurturing talent and providing a platform for stories that reflect our rich cultural tapestry. "They play a critical role in the evolution of theatre and I am proud to support Theatre Peckham." Suzann McLean MBE, CEO/Artistic Director of Theatre Peckham, said: "Peckham Fringe is one of the annual highlights in Theatre Peckham's calendar. "It is a festival for creatives who have something to say, who want to platform work that is innovative and need the support to do so. "We are committed to offering an opportunity to see incredible theatre that is reasonably priced. "We are doing this because the richness of theatre can only develop by opening our doors to new artists, new work and new voices." For the full Peckham Fringe 2025 programme, and to book shows, visit the Theatre Peckham website.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Yahoo
Men accused of killing 13-year-old Prince Holland asking for separate trials
Two men accused of killing 13-year-old Prince Holland as he left football practice in December of 2022 appeared in court Friday. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] Marcel Johnson and Kentrevious Garard are both charged with 1st-degree murder, but Garad has asked the court to allow him to be tried separately from Johnson. Garad's attorney, Stephanie Jamieson, argued it wouldn't be fair to try the two men together, as the state plans to introduce statements made by Johnson to homicide detectives, in which he allegedly made false statements to investigators. Jamieson said she's worried a jury could be tainted against Garard due to evidence specific to Johnson. 'Again, it's not just one statement. It's multiple different versions, and so our fear is that logistically there is a very real risk of Mr. Garard's jury somehow being contaminated from opening to closing to cross-examination contents forward the state certainly couldn't give one opening if they had any intention of talking about these statements or this evidence of guilt against Mr. Garard,' said Jamieson. But the state argued the two men's cases are so intertwined they cannot be fully separated. Instead, the state offered a compromise, where the two men would stand trial together, but each had their own jury. 'If there's anything that wouldn't be relevant, it could easily be kept out if Mr. Garad's jury could be excused. For right now, I think the only clear cut is Mr. Johnson's statements to detectives,' said William Grauel with the State Attorney's Office. The judge didn't rule from the bench. He indicated he would issue his decision on the motion by March 13th. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
