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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Chahat Fateh Ali Khan brushes off criticism, calls himself 'the best singer'
Listen to article Social media personality and self-styled singer Chahat Fateh Ali Khan has responded strongly to criticism of his music and persona, describing himself as "the best singer" and dismissing critics as jealous. This is not the first time Khan has claimed that others are jealous of him. He reiterated that Pakistani singers, musicians, and anchors are envious of his success. Speaking on a recent local television programme, Khan said many people in the music industry refuse to accept him. 'They don't consider me a singer, and that's fine—I know who I am,' he said. READ MORE: Chahat Fateh Ali Khan faces criticism after proposing to TV anchor He added that some performers avoid events where he is featured, which he believes is a result of professional jealousy and arrogance. "I create my own music and don't care whether people consider me a singer or not," he remarked. Khan rose to fame through offbeat, self-produced music videos and performances that quickly went viral. His song Bado Badi drew widespread attention—and criticism—which he addressed directly. He insisted his version of the song is completely different from the original. 'Neither Noor Jehan nor Mumtaz gained fame because of the original Bado Badi,' he said. 'Everyone is doing unnecessary 'chaan chaan'. My song is meant for women and is totally unique.' READ MORE: Ali Haider rejects 'Rs200m offer' to collaborate with Chahat Fateh Ali Khan Brushing off negative attention, Khan said people often ask him foolish questions. 'I'm doing what makes me happy,' he concluded. 'Those who criticise me can keep doing so. It doesn't affect me at all.' Amid the recent Pakistan-India tensions in May, Khan also released a new patriotic song titled Meray Watan Meray Chaman as a tribute to national spirit and unity. The track was released on May 14 via his official YouTube and Instagram accounts.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Minimalist Hotels announces plan to add 20 new properties in India
Minimalist Hotels has announced an expansion plan to add 20 new properties across India over the next two years. The lifestyle hotel brand aims to raise Rs200m ($2.3m) to fuel this growth, targeting the mid-market segment in key destinations such as Rajasthan, Goa and Mumbai, reported This expansion is set to significantly increase Minimalist Hotels' footprint, adding approximately 700,000ft² to its current 200,000ft² portfolio. The expansion will see Minimalist Hotels' total built-up area reach approximately one million square feet. This scale-up is underpinned by investments in operational systems and corporate infrastructure to manage the growing number of properties. Minimalist Hotels stated that over the past seven years, it has hosted more than 150,000 guests, demonstrating the brand's growing popularity among modern travellers. The company also added that it places a strong emphasis on local employment, with half of the staff at each property being local hires. This approach not only bolsters regional economies but also ensures that guests experience authentic cultural hospitality. Minimalist Hotels aims to position itself to cater to the needs of contemporary travellers amid India's growing tourism and the increasing popularity of experiential travel. The brand's strategy is to focus on creating a network of properties that offer cultural immersion and are designed to be hubs for relaxation, creativity, and meaningful connections. Minimalist Hotels CEO Gautam Munjal said: 'At Minimalist Hotels, our vision is to redefine the lifestyle hotel experience by blending minimalism with design, functionality, and local culture with global sensibilities. With the steady growth in tourism, we see a meaningful opportunity to extend our presence and offer thoughtfully curated hospitality to more travellers seeking comfort, authenticity, and a sense of connection.' "Minimalist Hotels announces plan to add 20 new properties in India" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Express Tribune
18-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Mall Road set to become signal-free
With funding from the Punjab government, district authorities have commenced work to make three traffic signals on Rawalpindi's Mall Road — at Five Star Hotel Chowk, TM Chowk, and Mall Plaza Chowk — signal-free. Initial work, including pile load tests, has started. The project also includes the construction of pedestrian underpasses near the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC). The total cost of this project is estimated at Rs4.38 billion. Once work begins, the project is expected to be completed in less than six months, with consultations ongoing between consultants (Nespak Private Limited), contractors (FWO), and the executing agency (Communication and Works Department of Punjab). Due to the critical importance of Mall Road and Peshawar Road, experts are reviewing the feasibility of completing the project within six months. Upon completion, the three traffic signals mentioned above will be removed, improving the flow of traffic on Mall Road. However, traffic signals at MH Chowk, Qasim Ma5rket Chowk, Race Course Chowk, and Cheering Cross Chowk will remain intact. This is expected to significantly enhance traffic flow on Mall Road and Peshawar Road. A second phase of the project might bring traffic signal-free plans to other major intersections, including Kachehri Chowk, MH Chowk, Qasim Market Chowk, Race Course Grand Chowk, and Chairing Cross Chowk. The project covers the section of Mall Road from Five Star Hotel Chowk to TM Chowk, and from Mall Plaza Chowk to the State Life Building. The funding for the project is part of a total investment of Rs4.38b. The first instalment of Rs200m has already been released for the fiscal year 2024-2025, with further instalments to be disbursed in phases. Before formal construction begins, experts are finalising traffic routes and other technical details, which may take another two weeks. Currently, Mall Road from Kachehri Chowk to Chairing Cross Chowk has eight traffic signals, and after the removal of signals at Five Star Hotel Chowk, TM Chowk, and Mall Plaza Chowk, Qasim Market Chowk is expected to face the highest traffic load. Due to these eight traffic signals, the flow of traffic on Mall Road and Peshawar Road is significantly hindered. Vehicles and motorcycles often experience long delays, especially when signals turn green three times without alleviating congestion. The heavy traffic from government offices, hospitals, business centres, residential areas, and access to the motorway and Peshawar route further exacerbates the situation. To address these issues, the first phase of the project will focus on removing signals at the three busiest intersections using underpasses to make them signal-free. Following the completion of this phase, additional work will be done to remove signals at Kachehri Chowk, MH Chowk, Qasim Market Chowk, Race Course Grand Chowk, and Chairing Cross Chowk, ultimately aiming to make Mall Road and Peshawar Road completely signal-free.
