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Time Business News
02-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time Business News
Nishat Linen August 2025 Sale: Big Deals Just Dropped
It's August, and if you're anything like me, your wardrobe's probably craving a refresh. But I'm not about to splurge without a solid sale in sight. That's where Nishat Linen comes in. If you've been waiting for the perfect time to shop, you're in luck. The Nishat Linen August 2025 Sale starts on August 10th, 2025, both online and in stores, offering up to 40% off on selected items. It'll run for two weeks, ending on August 24th. It's not just another seasonal clearance. This sale's packed with serious markdowns on both their summer and early fall collections. Whether you're eyeing their unstitched lawn, ready-to-wear, or home linen – now's the time to jump in. Sales pop up all the time, right? So why this one? Because Nishat Linen doesn't do half-baked discounts. This sale is usually a mix of summer clearance and fresh releases—basically, the sweet spot between last-minute savings and early bird steals . Imagine this: you're walking into a room draped in calm florals, smooth pastels, and bold patterns. That's the vibe Nishat's collections give off. And in August, you can get all that charm without burning a hole in your pocket. I won't beat around the bush. Here's what you'll find: Think soft, breathable, easy-on-the-eyes designs. Their signature lawn collections—printed, embroidered, and digital—go fast. If you're hunting for daily wear or Eid-e-Milad dresses early, this is your window. From casual kurtis to semi-formals, the ready-to-wear racks are where you'll see the most action. I always tell people—come early, or someone else will walk away with the piece you wanted. If your bedroom's feeling dull or your lounge needs a refresh, Nishat's home line covers you. And yes, these are part of the sale too. Crisp cotton sheets, embroidered cushions, light-dimming curtains—it's all there. It's not just about the clothes. Their accessories (especially the chiffon dupattas and silk scarves) often get overlooked, but they make the perfect gift or outfit upgrade. The Nishat Linen August 2025 Sale runs for two full weeks—from August 10 to August 24, 2025. Don't sleep on this. By the time week two rolls around, sizes start running out. The first four days are crucial. That's when everything's available and the stores are well-stocked. If you know your size, shop online. If you're picky with color tones and fabric feel, head to a store. There's something about touching the fabric and trying things on that still holds charm. But for repeat buyers or anyone living abroad, online's a no-brainer. Plus, the online sale sometimes drops a few exclusive pieces you won't find in-store. Absolutely. I've been through more Nishat Linen sale than I care to admit, so here's what I've learned: Go to the site a few days before August 10 and start adding items to your wishlist or cart. On sale day, you just check out. No guesswork, no last-minute rush. They sometimes release early access codes or sneak peeks to email subscribers. It's free. And it could give you a 12-hour head start. Nishat's size chart is mostly consistent, but if you're in between sizes, always go one size up—especially for unstitched three-piece suits. Wedding season's right around the corner. Pick up a few embroidered suits or bedding sets now, and thank yourself later. Good question. Nishat Linen isn't just selling fabric – they're selling stories. Each print feels like it belongs somewhere. A sunset dinner, a quiet chai gathering, a long drive back from Nani's house—there's a design for every mood. They've nailed that balance between tradition and trend. Nothing feels too 'old-school' or too experimental. Just timeless designs with thoughtful detail. Yes, but not like this. The August sale is unique because it bridges summer and fall—offering the widest range of collections at once. You'll see smaller drops in September and a winter clearance in December, but they're narrower in focus. If you want variety, August is your golden window. Yes. The quality, longevity, and design justify the price—especially during a sale. Some pieces in my closet have lasted five years and counting. The prints don't fade easily, and the stitching holds up. So if you're on the fence, consider this your green light. The Nishat Linen August 2025 sale isn't just another retail event. It's a quiet fashion fest where elegance meets affordability. I always tell friends the same thing: If you blink, you'll miss it. So here's what I'd do: Mark August 10 on your calendar. Make that wishlist. And maybe, just maybe, give your wardrobe the upgrade it's been whispering for. Because trust me—when that first breeze of September hits, you'll be glad you planned ahead. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- The Hindu
Bittersweet homecoming for Jalgaon man acquitted in 2006 Mumbai train blasts case
Asif Khan, one of the 12 accused acquitted by the Bombay High Court in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case on July 21, walked out of Pune's Yerwada jail the next day around 10.30 p.m. after spending 19 long years behind bars. The reunion at his home in Maharashtra's Jalgaon on Wednesday morning was an emotional one, marked by tears, hugs, and a sense of disbelief. His mother, Husna Bano Bashir Khan, 70, couldn't contain her emotions as she spoke about her son's ordeal. 'Asif was always innocent; he lost 19 years of his life. This delayed justice can never compensate for that,' she said. On July 11, 2006, a series of seven bomb blasts occurred in the first-class compartments of seven suburban local trains in Mumbai between 6:23 p.m. and 6:29 p.m., resulting in the tragic loss of 187 lives and leaving 824 people injured. Mr. Asif was 33 years old when he was arrested in connection with the blasts, leaving behind his wife, Nishat, and three children, who were aged six, four, and two at the time. Then he was working in a construction company as a civil engineer in Mumbai's Kandivali area. 'After securing a diploma in civil engineering, he was working in Jalgaon for a year with a small company. In 2000, he got the job in Mumbai. Three years into the job, he found a rented home in Mira Road and moved there with his wife and children for a better life,' recalled his mother. The investigation into the blasts led to the registration of seven separate FIRs across different police stations in Mumbai, which were later consolidated and handed over to the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for investigation. The ATS identified 13 people as the accused and they were tried alongside 15 absconding accused. Two of the accused died during the trial. A chargesheet was filed and the matter proceeded as a special case before the Special Court in Mumbai designated under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act, 1999, and the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008. Ms. Husna said her husband, a tractor mechanic, passed away 15 years ago due to prostate cancer, with the grief of his son's imprisonment weighing heavily on him. As Mr. Asif was the only earning member when he was arrested and his younger brother was still in college, the family had to borrow money from relatives to survive. Ms. Nishat stitched clothes to earn a living, the mother said. 'In denial and disbelief' Recalling the day her son was arrested and the struggles the family faced, she said, 'I am still in denial and disbelief to see him in front of my eyes. I am not able to process this happiness; what if it goes away? I am seeing my son after almost two decades. Nineteen years is a long time; our lives have changed, the atmosphere of the village has changed, people passed away in the family, including his walid (father). He hoped he would see Asif before dying,' she said. His mother added, 'I have not cooked anything special for him yet; I am in the process of allowing myself to believe my son is with us. We don't want to be too happy at the same time as we are too scared to lose anyone... It feels like a dream to see my son walk around the house again.' Just two days before the judgment acquitting Mr. Asif, his family had welcomed a newborn: a girl, who was born to his elder son. They considered the child a symbol of good luck, Ms. Husna said, but the infant passed away due to jaundice on Wednesday evening, bringing a wave of fresh sorrow to the family. Mr. Asif and his childhood friend, Parvej Khan, 50, who was working in an advertising company in Mumbai's Mumbra region, were named in a case for being alleged members of the Students' Islamic Movement of India (SIMI). Mr. Asif was also named in the September 2006 Malegaon blasts case. He was later acquitted of all charges. On July 13, 2020, Mr. Parvej and Mr. Asif were acquitted in the SIMI case by the Aurangabad Bench of the Bombay High Court, but Mr. Asif remained in prison in the train blasts case, Mr. Parvej said. For Mr. Parvej, life still feels like a start from scratch as he struggles to find work. 'I am working as a commission agent for properties now but this is also very challenging as people do not want to interact with me much. I have lost all my friends who studied with me in a convent school in Jalgaon. Only two to three friends called me, but that too for the sake of courtesy; everybody maintains a distance from me and my family,' he said.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
India's decision on Indus casts shadow on renewal of Indo-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty: Top Bangladesh water expert
NEW DELHI India's decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan 'in abeyance' has proved that India will not hesitate to use water as a 'weapon' in case political relations with common riparian neighbours nosedive, a leading water expert of Bangladesh has remarked. Speaking to The Hindu, Prof. Aninun Nishat, a leading water resource and climate change specialist in Dhaka said the decision to freeze the Indus Waters Treaty has 'cast a shadow' on the prospects of renewal of the 1996 Ganga Waters Agreement. 'When Dhaka signed the Indo-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty, there were doubts on our side on whether India would really share Ganga's waters as promised as the actual control of the river is with India. The Indus Waters Treaty is a big treaty that was ratified by the Indian parliament. Critics here can cite the decision on Indus and argue that India's assurances on the Ganga equally has no value,' said Prof. Nishat who has been part of several river-related discussions between India and Bangladesh. The Indo-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty was signed on December 12, 1996 between Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during what was the first prime ministerial tenure of Sheikh Hasina. The treaty provides Bangladesh with a minimum flow of water during the lean seasons and it can be renewed with 'mutual consent' after three decades. Accordingly, the treaty will come up for renewal in 2026. 'Renewal of the Ganga treaty will come up next year but if India continues to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance then it will create doubts about India's willingness on sharing of river waters with Bangladesh,' said Prof. Nishat. The renewal of the Indo-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty has featured in official talks between the two on multiple occasions in the recent past. The matter came up during the June 2024 India visit by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina which was her last state visit before the uprising of July-August 2024 that led to her flight from Bangladesh. Subsequently, the interim government under Chief Advisor Prof. Mohammed Yunus has maintained the dialogue on Ganga. A meeting of the technical teams of the Joint Rivers Commission of India and Bangladesh was held in Kolkata on March 6, 2025 where the main subject of discussion was the Indo-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty. The Bangladesh team also visited the joint observation site at Farakka on this occasion. Prof. Nishat said treaties are legal documents and it is generally understood that such documents would remain unaffected by political sentiments. 'But in the case of Indus, it appears that the political sentiment can affect the legal document,' said Prof. Nishat hinting that India is not averse to using water as a 'weapon' if political differences increase. 'Apart from Ganga, Bangladesh also has the issue of the sharing of Teesta's waters and Dhaka has agreed to China's participation in management of Teesta in Bangladesh,' the professor said, explaining that political differences between Bangladesh and India have been increasing in recent months. Under the interim government led by Prof. Yunus, which is against many initiatives of the Hasina era, Dhaka has warmed up its relations with China as well as Pakistan. Last week, Pakistan and Bangladesh had a rare Foreign Secretary-level talk in Dhaka which was to be followed by a visit of the Foreign Minister of Pakistan Ishaq Dar who has courted controversy by describing the terrorists responsible for the massacre in Pahalgam as 'freedom fighters'. Mr. Dar's visit to Dhaka has been cancelled for the time being in view of the prevailing India-Pak tension.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bluesign Adds Nishat Mills to Its Partner Network
Sustainable manufacturing proponent Bluesign has added another denim maker to its roster of Denim Initiative partners. Lahore, Pakistan-based Nishat Mills Limited joined the Bluesign network, pledging to align its operations with the organization's system of environmental and chemical safety standards. One of South Asia's largest vertically integrated textile companies, Nishat has operations in spinning, weaving, processing, stitching and power generation. Working with Bluesign, Nishat will be able to help its customers meet sustainability standards such as the EU Digital Product Passport, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. More from Sourcing Journal New Report Makes Case for Expanding Textile Recycling in Pakistan Mills Update: Pakistan Producers on Trade Strategies and TENCEL™ Developments Cotton Maintains 'Incredible Secrecy' About Synthetic Pesticide Use, Report Says 'Achieving Bluesign certification is more than a milestone for us—it's a reflection of the values we've built our operations on,' said Umer Shah, executive director at Nishat Fabrics. 'Being the first mill in Pakistan to join the Bluesign system reinforces our commitment to cleaner chemistry, safer workplaces and more responsible use of resources. We believe progress means producing with purpose-and this partnership is a step forward in that direction.' Nishat Mills joins a growing group of companies across the textile supply chain—from mills such as Advance Denim, Pure Denim and Prosperity Textiles to brands and retailers such as Dondup, J Crew and Madewell—working with Bluesign's Denim Initiative. The organization also works with chemical companies such as Archroma, Rudolf, Zaitex and DyStar. Bluesign launched its Denim Initiative in 2022 to assist brands, mills and other denim supply chain stakeholders in adopting clean chemical management and scaling verified sustainable manufacturing practices. 'Denim is at the center of cultural and economic storytelling in fashion,' said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of Bluesign. 'By partnering with mills, laundries and brands who are committed to clean chemistry and transparency, we are transforming the category from the inside out.' Last year, Bluesign added denim laundries Everest Textile Technologies and Lim Group to its system partners. The companies now provide Bluesign-approved washes to luxury brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Balenciaga and Amiri. As Bluesign adds new partners to its Denim Initiative, Rüfenachtn said the organization is optimistic about reaching its goal of a fully sustainable denim supply chain. 'This is how change happens,' adds Rüfenacht.'One partner at a time, until sustainable practices are not just adopted, but expected.' Sign in to access your portfolio
