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3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Sufi Motiwala? Meet The Traitors contestant who calls out celebrities for their fashion looks
The highly anticipated web show The Traitors, hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar, is set to grace our screens this month. The trailer for this star-studded show was released last month and has generated immense buzz. Featuring an ensemble cast of prominent personalities from the entertainment industry, The Traitors includes contestants ranging from well-known social media figures to actors and other notable names. Among these contestants is Sufi Motiwala. But who is Sufi Motiwala? Who is Sufi Motiwala? Sufi Motiwala is a 21-year-old social media personality who gained fame for his sharp and unfiltered commentary on celebrity fashion. He shares videos on Instagram, where his bold and sometimes caustic tone has attracted him huge popularity. In an interview with Wion, Sufi expressed that he has wanted to be a fashion critic since he was in 10th grade. He aspired to become a fashion editor at the age of 15 or 16. However, he found his niche in the social media landscape when the opportunity arose. Sufi is known for his candid critiques of celebrities' designer outfits and styling, voicing his opinions on various prominent names in the industry. In 2024, he joined the Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA), a firm focused on nurturing the next generation of creative minds making waves in the digital realm. Among his favorite designers are Rahul Mishra, Gaurav Gupta, and Tarun Tahiliani. Sufi's fashion commentaries have also sparked controversies. Currently, Motiwala boasts 368k followers on Instagram. He is set to star in his first OTT show, The Traitors. The Traitors: Set against the luxurious backdrop of Rajasthan, The Traitors features 20 celebrity contestants who will engage in planning, betrayal, and strategy to demonstrate their skills throughout the show. As we approach its premiere, fans can meet the 20 celebrity participants of The Traitors. On May 30, Amazon Prime released the official first trailer, offering a sneak peek into this upcoming reality show. Filmed at Hotel Suryagarh in Jaisalmer, the show centers around the theme of good versus evil, with contestants competing to outlast one another. They will be divided into two groups: one comprising good citizens and the other made up of Mafias. The Traitors will premiere on Prime Video on June 12, with new episodes airing every Thursday at 8 PM.
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First Post
02-06-2025
- Business
- First Post
Is Maldives back into India fold? PM Modi may visit Male as I-Day guest on Muizzu's invitation
While details of the visit are still being finalised, one potential date under discussion is July 26, which marks Maldives Independence Day, according to a report read more India is considering an invitation from the Maldives for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the strategically important Indian Ocean nation in July, according to a report, citing sources familiar with the matter. The move comes after Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel reaffirmed President Mohamed Muizzu's 2024 invitation during his visit to India last week. According to a Times of India report, while details of the visit are still being finalised, one potential date under discussion is July 26, which marks Maldives Independence Day. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD If the visit goes ahead, it would be PM Modi's first trip to the Maldives since President Muizzu took office in November 2023, added the report. According to a Wion report, the visit, if it materialises, is likely to focus on the inauguration of India-supported projects in the country with a focus on wider stability of the Indian Ocean region – where both countries have been working with each other under initiatives like the Colombo Security Conclave. Khaleel visited India last week for the third time this year, signaling the Maldives' intent to strengthen ties with New Delhi amid growing concerns in both India and the West over its relationship with China. During the visit, Khaleel and his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar reviewed bilateral cooperation across several key areas, including development partnership, defence and security, and trade and investment. Following the meeting, Jaishankar reaffirmed India's commitment to the Maldives' progress and development, and expressed gratitude for Maldivian support on counter-terrorism efforts. President Muizzu has consistently said that the Maldives will not take any steps that compromise India's security interests. He has defended his decision to withdraw Indian military personnel from the country as a reflection of the Maldivian people's aspiration for sovereignty and non-interference in domestic affairs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In an interview to Ceylon Today last week, the president said the Maldives will not allow its geographical location to be misused by any country for deliberate attempts that undermine the peace and stability in the Indian Ocean region. 'Our approach will always be for regional peace and sovereignty, and fair diplomacy with everyone," he was quoted as saying. India has been a key economic and infrastructure partner for the Maldives, notably supporting the Greater Male Connectivity Project — the country's largest infrastructure initiative. The project, linking Male to Villingili, Gulhifalhu, and Thilafushi via bridges, causeways, and roads, is vital for the proposed Gulhifalhu Port and is expected to drive future economic growth and job creation. It is backed by a $400 million Line of Credit and a $100 million grant from India. PM Modi last visited the Maldives in 2019, shortly after beginning his second term. During that visit, he addressed the newly elected People's Majlis and oversaw the signing of MoUs in hydrography, health, and sea-based passenger-cargo services. He also pledged support for the restoration of the historic Hukuru Miskiiy (Friday Mosque) in Malé. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India has consistently acted as the Maldives' first responder—from the 2004 tsunami to the COVID-19 pandemic—and remains the largest provider of defence training for the Maldivian National Defence Force, having trained over 1,500 MNDF personnel in the past decade. With inputs from agencies
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Rafale vs F-16: Why Pakistan's F-16s can't match India's Rafales after Operation Sindoor
As India struck nine terror-linked targets across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in its largest military operation in recent years, Operation Sindoor has turned the spotlight sharply on the subcontinent's shifting air dominance. At the centre of this renewed debate are the Indian Air Force 's Rafale fighters and Pakistan's F-16s. #Operation Sindoor Live Updates| From Sindoor to showdown? Track Indo-Pak conflict as it unfolds India hits Lahore's Air Defence Radars in proportionate response Pakistan tried to hit military targets in these 15 Indian cities, New Delhi thwarts strikes With precision strikes executed using Rafales armed with SCALP cruise missiles and HAMMER bombs, India has showcased not just intent but also capability. These jets faced Pakistan's F-16s in the skies—reviving old comparisons, now set against a dramatically altered tactical backdrop. A 4.5-generation jet meets its fourth-generation rival The Rafale, built by France's Dassault Aviation, entered Indian service in September 2020. It's a 4.5-generation twin-engine multirole aircraft that combines air superiority, ground strike, and electronic warfare roles. Pakistan's F-16s, originally manufactured by General Dynamics and now by Lockheed Martin, belong to the earlier fourth generation. Despite upgrades to the Block 52+ standard and ongoing US support, the aircraft's core architecture remains rooted in Cold War-era design. Also Read: India-Pakistan tensions: Two Pakistani drones shot down in J&K's Naushera as cross-border artillery fire intensifies Live Events Missile reach and kill probability: Meteor vs AMRAAM The defining edge lies in the Rafale's weapons. It carries the Meteor missile , which offers beyond-visual-range (BVR) capability with a reach of over 150 kilometres and a vast "no-escape zone" of 60 km. In contrast, Pakistan's F-16s are equipped with AIM-120C5 AMRAAMs that max out at around 100 kilometres with a much narrower kill zone. "The Rafale's Meteor has the biggest 'no-escape zone'—the area in which the target cannot either avoid getting hit or the likelihood of a death shot is extremely high," Eurasian Times reported. Also Read: Pakistan fires Hamas-style missiles at Jammu, all shot down by Indian forces: Defence sources Electronic warfare: Stealth in the skies Rafale's onboard SPECTRA suite gives it a major survivability edge. Designed to detect, jam, and mislead radar threats, it provides full 360-degree coverage. According to Wion, "Rafale's SPECTRA EW suite is among the best in its class" and can spoof enemy radars while deploying decoys to confuse incoming missiles. Pakistan's F-16s, by contrast, depend on older AN/ALQ pods. These offer limited jamming and countermeasures and lack the seamless integration that makes SPECTRA formidable in combat zones. Also Read: India-Pakistan: Tensions surge as Pakistan targets Jammu; India activates air defences; What we know so far Precision strike capability Operation Sindoor relied on Rafale's SCALP cruise missiles and HAMMER bombs—both designed for pinpoint deep-strike missions. SCALP has a range of over 300 km, is GPS-independent, and delivers accuracy within 2 metres. Pakistan's F-16s are mainly armed with JDAMs and AIM-120s. They have no cruise missiles in their arsenal and lack a comparable long-range, high-precision strike option. "While the F-16 is great in dogfights thanks to its lighter airframe and high thrust-to-weight ratio, closing the distance for the F-16s will be a big challenge," India Today noted. Situational Awareness: Rafale's Radar superiority Rafale's RBE2 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar can track over 40 targets simultaneously and detect threats more than 200 km away. The aircraft also uses semi-stealth airframe features to reduce radar visibility. F-16s in Pakistan are equipped with older mechanically scanned radars or AESA systems with shorter ranges of about 120 km. Eurasian Times reports that, "The advanced AESA radar also lets the Rafale have the first-shot capability over the F-16s." Also Read: Pakistan targets Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur military bases with missiles and drones; India neutralises threat with precision Combat radius and readiness The Rafale's combat radius exceeds 1,850 km, and it is capable of flying five sorties per day, thanks to its efficient maintenance design. This makes it ideal for rapid, repeatable deep strikes. Pakistan's F-16s have a combat radius of about 1,390 km and support only three sorties daily. Sustained operations in contested airspace would therefore stretch Pakistan's resources further. Doctrinal and diplomatic leverage India operates a layered air doctrine that integrates Rafales with Su-30 MKIs, Mirage 2000s, and airborne early warning systems. These are further backed by satellites and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) assets. Pakistan, meanwhile, leans heavily on the F-16 and JF-17 fleets. The F-16s come with a caveat: U.S. end-user agreements bar their offensive deployment against India. This strategic limitation hampers Pakistan's ability to scale operations or independently integrate alternative munitions. As India Today notes, 'Pakistan faces numerous challenges when it comes to maintaining its ageing fleet of F-16s… and strict US rules on them being used purely in a defensive capacity.' A battle yet to unfold in reality Rafale and F-16 fighters have never clashed in actual combat—only in NATO exercises. But with Operation Sindoor, the world has witnessed Rafale's real-world lethality in a complex theatre. India's recent response to the Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 people including a Nepali tourist, has reshaped the regional air calculus. Of the nine targets struck under Operation Sindoor, five were inside PoK and four within Pakistan's own territory—including Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, and Bahawalpur. The message was unambiguous. And the tools used—especially the Rafale—sent a clear signal about who controls the skies.
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First Post
08-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
India's Rafale vs Pakistan's F-16: With air prowess in spotlight, how the fighter jets compare
India, during Operation Sindoor, used its Rafale jets armed with Scalp (Storm Shadow) missiles and armed with Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range (Hammer) precision bombs to hit nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. If Pakistan retaliates, the Rafale fighters will be up against the F-16s. But how do the two fighter planes compare? read more The French Dassault Rafale aircraft is an integral part of India's fighter jet fleet. Firstpost India has launched precision strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response for the Pahalgam attack. 'Operation Sindoor' targeted nine locations – in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Bahawalpur, Rawalakot, Chakswari, Bhimber, Neelum Valley, Jhelum, and Chakwal. India used its Rafale jets armed with Scalp (Storm Shadow) missiles and armed with Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range (Hammer) precision bombs. These jets were up against the Pakistan's F-16s. But how do the fighter jets compare? The basics India's Rafale jets are made by France's Dassault Aviation. Pakistan's F-16s, also known as the Fighting Falcons, was developed by General Dynamics. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD They are manufactured by US weapons manufacturer Lockheed Martin. While the Rafale jets are 4.5 generation machines, the F-16s are fourth-generation fighters. The Rafale is powered by twin engines, while the F-16 is a single-engine craft. Electronics and weapons As per Wion, Rafale jets have low radar observability because of their semi-stealth airframe. They also come equipped with an advanced AESA radar (RBE2-AA). As mentioned earlier, the Rafale jets are equipped with the Scalp (Storm Shadow) missiles and Hammer bombs. As per India Today, the Rafale jets also come with 13 India-specific improvements. The Rafale jet is a 4.5 generation fighter plane. IAF This includes the Meteor beyond-visual-range (BVR) missile, advanced electronic warfare suites, and superior radar and communication systems. As per Wion, Rafale's SPECTRA EW suite is among the best in its class. It comes with active jamming, threat identification, radar decoys, and countermeasures against surface-to-air missiles and enemy radar. As per Eurasian Times, the system can spot 40 targets at a range of 145 kilometres. The system can also jam and copy enemy radar – making it harder for the F-16s to get a read on it. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Indian Rafale fighters are also being equipped with the X-Guard fiber-optic towed decoy system – which allows them to dodge both air-to-air and surface-to-air missiles. The F-16s come equipped with AIM-120C5 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) missiles and Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAMs). Which fighter is better? The Rafale is undoubtedly the superior fighter. While the F-16s' AMRAAM worried India initially, the arrival of the Rafale with the BVR missile completely upended their advantage. As Eurasian Times notes, the Rafale dominates the F-16 in BVR combat. The Rafale's Meteor has the biggest 'no-escape zone'— the area in which the target cannot either avoid getting hit or the likelihood of a death shot is extremely high. The Meteor has a range of 120 kilometres compared to the AMRAAMs 100 kilometres. While the F-16 is great in dogfights thanks to its lighter airframe and high thrust-to-weight ratio, closing the distance for the F-16s will be a big challenge. The Rafale's manouverability and system also gives it an advantage when the encounter is drawn out. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Rafale's electronics and stealth also gives it a huge advantage over the F-16. The advanced AESA radar also lets the Rafale have the first-shot capability over the F-16s. India Today also pointed out that Pakistan faces numerous challenges when it comes to maintaining its aging fleet of F16s. The fleet, around 75 fighters, faces maintenance challenges due to Pakistan's financial issues and strict US rules on them being used purely in a defensive capacity. India, on the other hand, has no such constraints with its Rafale fighters. The Rafale and F-16 have never come up against each other barring in NATO exercises, as per Eurasian Times. Little wonder then that the eyes of the world are on the clash between the two jets. With inputs from agencies
Express Tribune
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Internet reacts to Kanye West and Future's unreleased remixes: 'Sounds Like AI'
Kanye West sparked heated debate after previewing unreleased remixes of Future's Lil Demon and Magic Don Juan during a listening event in Tokyo on January 29, 2025. Videos from the event quickly circulated online, drawing strong reactions from fans. According to HotNewHipHop , the beats in Kanye's versions are "direct copies of two of Future's most recent songs" from 2024. Online reactions were divided, with some fans unimpressed by Ye's take on Future's music. "Ye this isn't u bro," an X user commented, while another added, "Never thought I'd see Kanye fall off this hard." Ye this isnt u bro 💔 — xavier (@KenXaviousPope) never thought I'd see Kanye fall off this hard — RAW DOGGER (@rawdoggingmusic) Another skeptical listener questioned, "Is Bhad Bhabie his ghostwriter now or smth?" Others defended Kanye, applauding his willingness to experiment. "Damn this hard asf and he always trying new flows," one fan tweeted, while another wrote, "Bro remembered he's kanYeWest." Is Bhad Bhabie his ghostwriter now or smth — Charm (@Chxrm93) Bro remembered he's kanYeWest — FionnVEVO (@fionnvevo) During a previous listening event at Wuyuan River Stadium in Haikou, China, on September 28, 2024, Kanye announced his upcoming album, Bully . "I got a new album coming out. The album's called Bully , and this song is called Beauty and the Beast ," he told the audience. According to a Wion report on January 28, 2025, Bully is Kanye's 11th studio album, following Vultures 2 in August 2024. The project, inspired by the 2001 crime drama directed by Larry Clark, will feature 13 tracks and collaborations with Sean Leon, Don Toliver, and Dr. Dre. The album cover was designed by renowned Japanese photographer Daidō Moriyama. Jim Jones, who recently visited Kanye in Tokyo, took to Instagram on January 27, 2025, to express his excitement over the album. Sharing a photo with Ye and Justin LaBoy, he captioned it: "Bully this album so crazy I wouldn't drop if I was y'all or drop now cause when he drops this is gone b a big problem. We not takin no for answers we are th BULLY. Safe to say @ye back aka THE REAL BILLY GOAT pun intended." Adding to the hype, Kanye posted a teaser for an upcoming interview on Justin LaBoy's The Download series on January 28, 2025. While the now-deleted clip offered little context, it confirmed that the full interview will premiere on the Yeezy website on February 2, 2025.
