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Times of Oman
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Musical show celebrates Indian Independence Day
Muscat: For celebrating Indian Independence day,TALENT HUNTERS OMAN organized 'Saare Jahan Se Achha - 2 ' presented by 'Ion Exchange'on Saturday, August16, 2025 at College of Banking & Finance, Oman Hall – Bowsher Extremely talented local singers which included 2 Omani singers – Mohd. Rafi &Basim+6 Indians - Varsha, Sneha, Joshika,Neha, Shekar& Sanjaypoured their heart out singing Choicest Indian Patriotic songs both old & New in anhours of Spectacular Musical display. 'Talent Hunters Oman' is a group of dedicated people having passion for 'Performing Arts'. The aim of the group is to encourage the local talents, to give them a platform to perform & get them the recognition they deserve. The group also train and groom the local talents, with the objective of bringing out the best in them. H.E. Shri G. V. Srinivas, Indian Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman& H.E. Redha Juma Al Saleh – Ex Chairman, Chamber of Commerce, were the Guests of Honour. The showbeganwith all chanting Indian National Anthem followed byanemotional song, remembering those who sacrificed their life to win Independence for India'Aey Mere WatanKe Logon' ….that set the ball rolling. The packedhouse of audience was thrilled by some Soulful, some emotional & some melodious songs. The show ended with 'Ye mera India I love my India'.VandeMataram sung by rising star of Oman Basim was the highlight.H.E. The Indian Ambassador added flavor to the show by singing a song which was a pleasant surprise. Script was neat& host GajeshDhariwal was able to impress the audience mixing information with punch Tiwaritook care of thethe singers-performersbackstage& saw that the flow of the show was smooth. Sunil Asher ensured the sound & other technology used were faultless& the volunteers made the audience comfortable. The entire atmosphere was filled with energy, euphoria, and patriotic aura. Sometimes making the eyes moist&sometimes bringing smiles on the faces of audience. From start to finish everything was painstakingly precise. The Founder of Talent Hunters Oman & the Director of the show Dr. Sanjay Dalal in his speech thanked H.E. Shri G.V. Srinivas, H.E. Eng. Redha JumaAl Saleh& delegates who graced the event. He thanked the full house audience for sitting through to the end& for motivating the singers with huge applause &cheers He also thanked Mr. Vincent CBFS for his coordination & Support, Mr. Nizam – Audio Tech for his excellent handling of the sound system, the heart of the singing event. At the endthe whole 'Team Talent Hunters Oman' came on stagewho were cheered by the entire crowd. In conclusion, Dr. Sanjay Dalal thanked all the sponsors & well-wishers without whom the show would not have been possible. It was a Grand Successful show ;Music Lovers of Muscat-Oman will cherish the memories for a long time to come.
Hans India
11-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
MyVoice: Views of our readers 11th August 2025
Nothing can match soulful old musical numbers Referringto Dr Mohan Kanda's most relevant and realistic essay on 'Recalling the gold old 'musical days' makes for joyful moments' (THI August 7), I wish to state that I and my husband relish listening to songs by Mohd Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar. Though we are not well versed with Hindi, their melodious numbers drive us to tranquillity. As for Telugu songs, the space is insufficient to narrate but, in a nutshell, I can say that the most melodious, mellifluous, and timeless musical hits were from the 1950s to the 1970s. Interlaced with absorbing lyrics and breathtaking music, they are assured of a permanent shelf life. The musical genius of Ghantasala, Saluri, Pendyala, Leela, Suseela, Jikki and Janaki and Karnataka musicians like Mangalampalli, Nudunuri, Nukala remain etched in the hearts of music lovers. Moreover, music has successfully been used during therapy sessions to help the physically and mentally ill to recover fast. N Ramalakshmi,Secunderabad Give Adivasis their due Apropos 'The unseen faith…' it is great to see some space given to the Adivasi community in The Hans India', otherwise they are just regarded as a vote bank by the politicians. The percentage of Hindus to the total population would be drastically reduced, if Adivasis are not counted as Hindus. The Adivasis have been traditionally the most exploited people in the nation. Under the guise of development, their lands have been taken over by the state for a pittance and those living on lands with mineral resources are made to sign off their rights for almost nothing. Activists fighting for their rights were dubbed 'naxals' and hunted down by the state. Fearing conversion by Christian missionaries, the RSS has been doing some work among the Adivasis and would like them to be counted as Hindus, even though they follow no Hindu deities and practices. We like to think of ourselves as more civilized and advanced than the Hindus and go ahead and decimate their forests and poison their wellsprings, while they worship trees and animals in the firm belief that there exists a connection between humans, animals and trees. Had we been able to adopt their religion, the world would have been a better place than it is, as of now! Anthony Henriques,Mumbai Empowering tribal communities through education ProfSathupati Prasanna Sree's work in preserving tribal languages and promoting education is truly inspiring. Her creation of scripts for 19 endangered languages and proficiency in 22 languages is a testament to her dedication. As Vice-Chancellor of Adikavi Nannaya University, she has taken significant initiatives to improve infrastructure, promote inclusivity, and provide skill development opportunities to the community. I wholeheartedly agree with her that education is the key to uplift tribals and preserving their unique cultural legacy. Her work is a shining example of how education can empower communities and preserve their heritage. Rayudu Vijayalakshmivia email Hobbies promote overall wellness Hobbies are known to boost productivity and wellness. Our day to day lives have become so hectic that we are hardly finding any time to pursue hobbies or interests. Hobbies can vary from person to person. Investing time in our simple hobbies, at least one hour every week can make one happy and cheerful. Hobbies can be anything-writing a short story, a beautiful poem, painting, drawing, singing or strumming your favourite musical instrument. Getting involved in our hobbies are known to take our minds away from deadlines and targets, while they can foster creativity and enhance our mental well-being. A redeeming feature is that we need not boast about them and try for validation from others. It is something very deeply satisfying and keeps us going in this highly competitive world. One should make time for seeking solitude and take to gardening or playing your favourite sport. We are all so weighed down by our work pressures. Pursuing the hobby can make a world of difference to us. Parimala Tadas,Hyderabad-50
Time of India
03-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Stabbed 40 times with screwdriver: UP teen killed by 'boyfriend' after she 'spoke to another man'; family says he would harass her
In a Moradabad cornfield, a 19-year-old woman was brutally murdered, discovered a day after her disappearance. The autopsy revealed over 40 stab wounds, including to her private parts, leading to fatal blood loss. Mohd Rafi, claiming to be her boyfriend, confessed, citing rage over her communication with another man. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A chilling discovery in a Moradabad cornfield has revealed the brutal murder of a 19-year-old woman, who was found on Sunday, less than a day after being reported subsequent autopsy, released Monday, painted a gruesome picture: "there were more than 40 stab wounds all over her body, including her private parts, and she likely died of excessive bleeding," it have apprehended 20-year-old Mohd Rafi, who, during interrogation, confessed to the horrific crime. Rafi, claiming to be her "boyfriend," stated he was enraged because she was "speaking to another man for past three months." He detailed a calculated attack, admitting he first attempted to throttle her. When she lost consciousness, "he mercilessly stabbed her with a screwdriver till she ceased to breathe."The autopsy, while not confirming rape, noted multiple stab wounds to her private parts inflicted with the screwdriver, suggesting an "act of revenge." A deep cut was also found on her (Mainather) Karan Pal Singh provided further details, stating, "The accused is a poultry seller, and claims to have gifted a mobile phone to the victim with whom he was in touch for over a year."A First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged against Rafi under BNS section 103 (murder), based on a complaint by the victim's mother. "We'll soon file a chargesheet in the case," Singh victim's mother's statement in the FIR revealed a history of harassment: "My daughter left home on Saturday evening after saying that she was going to collect fodder for goats. When she did not return, we started looking for her. The matter reached the police after my daughter was found murdered in a cornfield. We suspect Mohd Rafi's direct involvement as he used to often harass my daughter and pressured her to be in a relationship."
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Time of India
19-year-old killed by ‘boyfriend' for 'talking to another man'; strangled, stabbed over 40 times, including in private parts
BAREILLY: A 19-year-old woman, who went missing on Saturday evening, was found brutally murdered in a farm outside a village in Mainather area of Moradabad district on Sunday. According to the autopsy report released on Monday, 'there were more than 40 stab wounds all over her body, including her private parts, and she likely died of excessive bleeding'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Police said that the 20 year-old accused, Mohd Rafi, on interrogation, claimed that he was her 'boyfriend' and was upset since she was 'speaking to another man for past three months'. He told the cops that first he tried to throttle her; when she fell unconscious, 'he mercilessly stabbed her with a screwdriver till she ceased to breathe'. Though the autopsy report did not confirm rape, it revealed that the teenager was stabbed several times in her private parts with the screwdriver as an 'act of revenge'. There was also a deep cut in her neck. SHO (Mainather) Karan Pal Singh told TOI: 'The accused is a poultry seller, and claims to have gifted a mobile phone to the victim with whom he was in touch for over a year.' An FIR was subsequently registered against Rafi under BNS section 103 (murder) following a complaint by the victim's mother. 'We'll soon file a chargesheet in the case,' Singh added. In the FIR, the woman stated: "My daughter left home on Saturday evening after saying that she was going to collect fodder for goats. When she did not return, we started looking for her. The matter reached the police after my daughter was found murdered in a cornfield. We suspect Mohd Rafi's direct involvement as he used to often harass my daughter and pressured her to be in a relationship."
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Time of India
Cattle smuggler detained in Kathua
Representative image JAMMU: Kathua Police on Wednesday detained a habitual criminal under the Public Safety Act days after an assistant sub-inspector was mowed down by the speeding vehicle of cattle smugglers. Abdul Gani, the notorious cattle smuggler, is resident of Maggar Khad in Kathua. He has 10 FIRs registered against him under the Arms Act and Prevention of Cruelty against Animals. A dossier was prepared against him and sent to the DM, who issued a detention warrant, police said. Meanwhile, in two separate cases, police rescued 20 bovine animals. In Udhampur, Mohd Rafi was arrested and 13 cattle were rescued from him. In Reasi, seven animals were rescued from a vehicle. The driver, however, managed to escape.
