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- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Sahil Salathia? Meet software engineer turned actor who is set to compete in The Traitors with Uorfi Javed and others
The Traitors is one of the most awaited reality shows that the audience is looking forward to. Featuring a diverse lineup of 20 celebrity contestants, the show promises to deliver unexpected twists and riveting gameplay that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. As excitement around the show's debut continues to grow, fans are curious about its format and its contestants. Among them, one contestant of The Traitor is model-turned-actor Sahil Salathia. Sahil forayed into the showbiz industry through modelling and paved his way in acting smoothly. Here's everything you need to know about him Who is Sahil Salathia? Born on April 13, 1990, in Jammu, Sahil Salathia studied at Punjab University in Chandigarh. Initially, he chose engineering as his career and pursued a degree in that field. He then began his journey as a software engineer. He initially chose engineering as his career and pursued a degree in it. Sahil started his journey as a software engineer. It was in 2012, Sahil's charisma captured the attention of a large audience as he entered the modeling world, representing Asia in the Mr. Asia contest, where he was among the top five finalists out of 32 Asian and Euro-Asian countries. Following this achievement, he gradually transitioned into showbiz. Sahil has represented over 50 brands, appeared in several magazines, and featured in numerous commercials. Sahil debuted in the acting world with a Television show titled Everest. Produced by Ashutosh Gowariker, Sahil played the male protagonist in this show, which aired from November 3, 2014, to March 1, 2015. After playing a protagonist, he played the antagonist in a show titled P.O.W.- Bandi Yuddh Ke. Sahil has also acted in number of web shows like Paurashpur, Kaun Banegi Shikharwati and Honeymoon Photographer. Aside from his acting career, Sahil is known for his passion for fashion. He is recognized for his extravagant sartorial choices and for experimenting with various elements in fashion. At present, Sahil Salathia has 202k followers on his Instagram account and his eac Sahil Salathia is not just another face in the crowd; he brings a blend of charisma and talent that has made him a beloved figure in showbiz. As he set to compete with Uorfi Javed, Apoorva Mukhija, Sufi Motiwala and others in The Traitors, fans will have a chance to see his unfiltered personality on The Traitors. The Traitors will premiere on Prime Video on June 12.
Express Tribune
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Sybil creates history for Pakistan
Sybil Sohail with her gold medal at the Asian Weightlifting Masters Championship in Doha on May 30. Photo Courtesy: TWINKLE SOHAIL Powerlifter-turned-weightlifter Sybil Sohail became the first Pakistani woman to win the gold medal at the Asian Weightlifting Masters Championship in Doha, Qatar. This was also the Commonwealth Powerlifting Champion Sybil's international debut at a weightlifting event. The 31-year-old athlete has always dreamed of raising the Pakistani flag at the Asian championship and it was an aim she had set for herself after she became the Asian Commonwealth Powerlifting and Commonwealth Powerlifting champion last year. "I aim to make my country proud, make my family proud, we have sacrificed a lot for the sport, but I need to make sure that all of that effort and dedication pays off," Sybil told this correspondent from Doha. She was competing in the 59kg category and she lifted a total of 95kg to get her gold. She lifted 40kg in snatch while she had a more solid performance in clean and jerk with a 55kg finish. Sybil is the eldest of the powerlifting and weightlifting sisters, Twinkle Sohail, Veronika Sohail, and Mariam Sohail. She and her sisters created a unique record at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships last year when they collectively grabbed 15 gold medals. She alone won six out of those 15. The sisters belong to the Christian community in Lahore and they have been a shining example for the nation that rarely sees any athletes coming forward from minority groups. However, Sybil credits Twinkle for introducing her to the sport and thanks her coach Rashed Malik for guiding all four of them and training them in Lahore at their club which is at the Punjab University grounds. "Sybil has won so many accolades for Pakistan in powerlifting, but she had never competed in weightlifting, and for her personally it was her debut at an international weightlifting event as well, it was a dream for her because she was always charmed with weightlifting," said Twinkle who also coached Sybil often while training together told this correspondent. "This is huge, she has won her gold medal on her debut." 'Bitter experiences fuel our ambition to win medals' Twinkle shared a bitter experience of Sybil's from 2016, which resulted in her missing out on the trials for the national weightlifting squad. "She had a rough experience in 2016, there were trials for the team that was meant to compete in the South Asian Games weightlifting. But Sybil couldn't go to compete in them because she had an exam that same day. She knew if she competed in them she would have secured a spot. "So since 2016, this has been a wish of hers that she finally fulfilled now. It took her nine years to achieve what she really wanted." Twinkle added that Sybil's feat brings an immense sense of pride to her and her family. Twinkle says that she understands Sybil's emotions completely. "I started sports in my family, if I reflect on my own experience, there was a time when I was selected to go to Nepal for a competition in 2019. Unfortunately, at the time when Imran Khan's government was at the helm of affairs, I found out that the government only had the funds for only five players, my name was in sixth place on that list, and I had a silver medal to my name, but I couldn't compete in that event. "So we fuel our ambition with these disappointments. These feelings are really beyond explanation but they are strong and we use them to drive us to achieve bigger goals and more medals. "Hopefully I would make my name in weightlifting too," concluded Twinkle. Lifting weights is good for women Sybil's achievements and her dedication to powerlifting and weightlifting shows that she is changing the perception of society -- one day and one medal at a time. "It is actually a misconception that weightlifting is bad for women, and it disrupts the hormones and creates complications for us when it comes to having children and starting families," Sybil explained. "It is actually healthy to build the muscles and we need these exercises and weight training to stay strong. "There are so many Pakistani powerlifters and weightlifters I know who were very active in the sport and then went on to have children."
Express Tribune
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Weightlifter Sybil to create history for Pak
The 2024 Commonwealth Powerlifting champion Sybil Sohail will make history as the first Pakistani woman to compete at the Asian Masters Weightlifting Championship in Doha, Qatar, on Friday. "I just want to ask for prayers and best wishes from the entire nation as I'm going to make history here," Sybil, who has won at least 20 international medals and 36 national medals in her career, told this correspondent from Doha. "I will be aiming for the medal-winning performance. But, I badly need support and prayers. I want to make Pakistan like I always have tried to on the international level." She will be competing in the W-30 59 Kg in Doha as her event will start at 1900 PST on Friday. The championship will feature athletes from 26 countries and Sybil is expecting a tough competition in the sweltering summer in Doha. Pakistan is also fielding Neelum Riaz and Nadia Maqsood in 76kg and 87 kg events, along with four male weightlifters to compete in various categories. The Lahore-based athlete has been one of the pioneering powerlifters and weightlifters in Pakistan, as she hails from a family of extremely empowered women that has won numerous accolades on the international stage. Her younger sisters include Twinkle Sohail, Veronika Sohail, and Mariam Sohail, all of whom have also been the Commonwealth Classic and Equipped Bench Press and Powerlifting Champions. They made the unique world record of winning 15 gold medals, three silver, and one bronze medal in October. Sybil alone won six of those medals. The sisters have been playing a crucial role in pushing the envelope for what Pakistani women can achieve in sports. Still, they have also been a shining example for the Christian community of the country, where athletes from minorities are becoming a rare sight progressively. For Sybil, the eldest of the quartet, competing at the Asian Weightlifting Championship is a dream come true. "The Asian Championship is extremely important to me, it is about making history, I will become the first woman from Pakistan to lift the weights for the country at this stage," said the 31-year-old. "I'm excited beyond words, and I must credit my coach Rashed Malik for this, without whose guidance and training I wouldn't have reached this stage. After God, I thank him for all that my sisters and I have achieved so far." 'Determined to succeed for my family' She added that she trained at Punjab University Sports Complex in Lahore. "I have been training for this event for at least two hours in the morning and then four in the evening. But You know that we still struggle to have quality gyms and equipment in Pakistan," explained Sybil, who is also planning to start her MPhil next year as she is done with her Bachelor in Sports Science from Punjab University. However, comparing the conditions in Doha to Lahore she added that the facilities are world-class and have training camps for athletes that help them succeed in the competitions too. "You can't beat athletes that get proper facilities, infrastructure, and support and training with these resources. I belong to a middle-class family, but training and carrying on in limited resources, and managing a career in a sport that is male-dominated is difficult. "Grooming one wrestler is difficult in these economic conditions, but in our home, there are four of us, so it is not difficult. "I have seen times when my father would drink water for himself but make sure that all of us would get milkshakes so we grow strong, so when we saw all of these difficult times and how my parents have sacrificed for us, all four of us decided and make it our aim that we win medals, it is a blessing for us. No one has won 15 gold medals like we did at the Commonwealth and Asian level." Switching from Powerlifting to Weightlifting Now Sybil is aiming for the weightlifting medal. "Weightlifting is definitely a more technical sport, and in my career since 2013, it has not been easy to switch quickly because techniques are there, we get injured too, but my eyes are always on the prize," said Sybil. However, she made an appeal to the government of Pakistan," I just want the government to support us, we can only do so much on an individual level. We need institutional support like even now I am competing courtesy Arshad Khan Turk, who agreed to sponsor me."
Fashion Value Chain
29-05-2025
- Health
- Fashion Value Chain
Study Under PM Poshan Scheme Highlights Potential of UHT Milk in Boosting Nutrition in School Children
A new study conducted under the PM Poshan (formerly Mid-Day Meal) scheme has revealed overwhelming acceptance of UHT (Ultra High Temperature) milk among schoolchildren reinforcing the potential of packaged milk in India's school nutrition programs. The study surveyed 4,484 children (ages 3-13) and 57 key stakeholders, including parents, school administrators, and program coordinators across Chandigarh. Verka study: UHT milk widely accepted by Chandigarh schoolkids 'Ensuring access to safe and nutritious milk in schools can be a game-changer for childhood development,' said a Verka spokesperson. 'This study confirms the strong acceptance of UHT milk among students and makes a compelling case for expanding school milk programs across India. By scaling up distribution and integrating milk's nutritional benefits, we can address key public health challenges like malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies. Stakeholder collaboration remains crucial to ensuring the success of such initiatives.' Key Findings: 80% of students rated the cardamom-flavored UHT milk from Verka as highly satisfactory. 69% of children recognized multiple health benefits of milk, with 22% associating it primarily with strong bones. 44% of students consumed milk more than four times a week, while 38% had it two to four times weekly. 82% of children responsibly disposed of empty milk packets in designated bins, reinforcing positive environmental habits. The study-conducted by Verka in collaboration with Punjab University, the Department of Education (Chandigarh), Tetra Pak, and NGO Yuvsatta-underscores the effectiveness of aseptic UHT milk packaging. This packaging technology ensures food safety and extends shelf life without refrigeration, making it an ideal solution for large-scale school meal programs. The study calls for an increase in milk distribution days, enhanced awareness campaigns on milk's nutritional benefits, and the addition of complementary nutritious foods to improve overall dietary diversity. Regular monitoring and continuous stakeholder engagement are also recommended to strengthen program implementation. School Milk Program by Verka Milk Fed Punjabs Verka brand recently piloted a school milk program to support the PM Poshan scheme in schools. Through this initiative, students in Chandigarh received nutritious milk in Tetra Pak cartons. After consumption, these used cartons were collected by a local NGO and collection agencies and recycled into various useful items such as notebooks, planters, school desks and more. To encourage milk consumption among school kids, Verka made milk available in cardamom (elaichi) flavor to begin with, making it more appealing to children. In addition to providing much needed nutrition to children, this school milk initiative served as an educational opportunity for children, teaching them the importance of responsible consumption and planet-friendly practices like recycling. Global Context: A Growing Case for School Milk Programs The International Dairy Federation (IDF) advocates for school milk programs as a solution to nutritional deficiencies and food education-helping millions of children worldwide understand the impact of food on health, society, and the environment. Countries like USA and China have successfully integrated milk into their school meal programs, significantly improving childhood nutrition and academic performance. India now has an opportunity to scale its school feeding programs by fostering partnerships between government bodies, dairy cooperatives like Verka, and technology providers such as Tetra Pak. With the right ecosystem, the country can create a sustainable and impactful model for school nutrition, ensuring better health outcomes for future generations. To access the full report, please visit the Verka website
Express Tribune
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Punjab University issues revised schedule for postponed exams
Listen to article Punjab University on Monday released a revised schedule for all examinations that were previously postponed due to Pakistan-India tension. According to the university's official notification, the Associate Degree examinations in Arts, Science, and Commerce — along with Special Category papers initially scheduled for May 9 and May 10 — will now be held on Wednesday, May 14, and Thursday, May 15. Revised dates for the BBA (Hons) written exams have also been announced. These papers will now take place on Thursday, May 15, and Friday, May 16. In addition, the practical exams for the BFA programmes in Graphic Design and Textile Design have been rescheduled for Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20. The university confirmed that the venues and timing for all rescheduled examinations will remain unchanged. Meanwhile all public and private educational institutions across Punjab reopened on Monday, May 12, following a temporary shutdown triggered by heightened Pakistan-India tensions. The closures were enforced on May 7 after Indian missile and drone attacks targeted Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), prompting the provincial education department to suspend academic activities as a precaution. Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat confirmed the reopening in a statement on Sunday, citing improved security conditions. "The safety of students and staff remains our top priority. With the situation stabilised, schools and colleges will resume as scheduled," he said. The conflict had also disrupted the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) examinations. Scheduled papers—including Quran translation, ethics, mathematics, biology, and several practicals—were postponed across Lahore, Multan, and other regions.
