Saturday, 20 August 2011
Macy’s Confirms Collaboration With Giambattista Valli, Forever21 v. Feral Childe Lawsuit Escalates, Freida Pinto Covers InStyle UK September Issue
Smudged Liner
Anyway, it’s Friday and all I can think of is smudged liner. It’s such an easy, yet sexy way to play up the eyes. Simply grab your eye pencil of choice (deep plum, royal blue, and teal green are great alternatives to black), line your eyes, then smudge with a densely packed brush or makeup wedge. Finish it off with loads of mascara (and if you
Squeeze Out the Last of Summer With an Amber Stevens Inspired Orange and Bronze Makeup Look
Luckily we can still enjoy the last of the season with a sunset inspired look like the one Amber Stevens rocked earlier this year at a movie premiere. Get her look with these steps:
1. On clean and moisturized skin that has been prepped with foundation, concealer, and/or powder, apply an eyeshadow base all over the lid. Then apply a matte eyeshadow (or cream concealer) about 2-3 shades lighter
On the NYTimes: Joshua Kissi and Travis Gumbs of Street Etiquette, Pushing the Boundaries of Black Style
Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Olori Swank from Atlanta
She says, “My style is very emotional.”“… It all depends on how I feel…”“… what I’m inspired by,”“..And/or what I am trying to
Cool Online Find: Recessionista’s Closet
Saying, “We believe in smart consumption and not having to spend a fortune to look fabulous,” Richardson and Gonzalez offer tops, dresses, tunics, accessories, shoes, and more at super affordable prices:
I’ve never shopped their closet, but with $10 tops
Fashion Bombshell of the Day Charlotte from San Francisco
“… I shop everywhere and always love finding bargains and hidden treasures.”“… My favorite pieces are from Goodwill and the Salvation Army, mixed in with new and old items I have collected throughout the years.”” I pretty much have no limits when it comes to
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PakDonor An accessible list of blood donors in Pakistan
As the name suggests, PakDonor is an online blood donor facility that aims to centralise blood donors in a manner that blood seekers can get donors when they are in need.
As soon as someone needs blood, all they need to do is search on pakdonor.com or send a quick SMS to a hosted service.
As shows in the screenshot, a search was made for seeking blood donors in Islamabad with A+ blood
Violent crime Daylight robbery leaves two dead
Public service PTA wants you to report spam SMS and calls
Through a public notice in newspapers, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has warned marketers to desist sending unconsented, unwanted, fraudulent, misleading, spam and/or illegal SMS messages or calls to mobile phone consumers.
PTA said that those who will not stop doing so may face legal consequences according to the law.
In the same notice, PTA has asked consumers to
Militant group’s resurgence: Dreaded Jaish looks to rise again
ISLAMABAD:
After remaining underground for a decade since being banned in 2001, Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM), the second largest jihadi group based in Punjab, has resumed full-scale public activity including fundraising while security agencies appear to be overlooking its ‘resurgence’.
Jaish activists and intelligence officials told The Express Tribune the group is in the process of regaining its traditional
Karachi killings Activists of left-wing parties, civil society slam govt apathy
ISLAMABAD:
Activists of left-wing political parties and civil society gathered outside National Press Club to express solidarity with the violence-hit people of Karachi and show their indignation against government’s ‘inaction’ to control the killings spree in the southern port city of Pakistan
Manipulating votes SC directs NADRA to shut up shop in Bahria Town
ISLAMABAD:
The Supreme Court has directed the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to close its office situated in the jurisdiction of Bahria Town, Rawalpindi.
A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhary while hearing a suo motu case on the registration of bogus identity cards at the behest of Bahria Town developer, Malik Riaz, directed NADRA to close all its offices
ECP one step closer to ‘one CNIC, one vote’ goal
ISLAMABAD: The National Database Registration Authority (NADRA), under supervision of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), on Thursday completed the registration of printed draft electoral rolls of around 81 million eligible voters as part of its efforts to make the electoral process transparent and credible.
The draft electoral rolls were then transported to district election offices, said NADRA Deputy
No criminal to be spared Zardari
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has taken notice of the worsening law and order situation in Karachi and has directed the Sindh government to set hot pursuit terms to pursue criminals from Karachi escaping to Balochistan. He also invited the MQM to rejoin the government.
Chairing a high level meeting in Islamabad at
‘Pakistan should invest 2% of district budget’
ISLAMABAD:
Calling the damage from fresh flooding completely preventable, international aid agency Oxfam has called on Pakistan to urgently invest at least two per cent of its district budget on disaster risk reduction mechanisms.
Pakistan, according to Oxfam, has survived 67 floods and numerous other natural disasters in 64 years of its independence.
Bank of Punjab loan scam: SC asks Sheikh Afzal to cooperate with loan recovery committee
ISLAMABAD:
The Supreme Court has directed principal defaulters of the Bank of Punjab (BoP) Sheik Afzal and his family to cooperate with the loan recovery committee to ensure the return of the national wealth.
Counsel for Harris Afzal, Khawaja Tariq Rahim, assured a three-member bench comprising Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhary, Justice Amir Hani Muslim
Petitioner seeks reforms in pension payment procedure
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court issued notices to the finance secretary and the Accountant General of Pakistan Revenues (AGPR) on Friday on a petition filed by a lawyer against the pension payment procedure.
Justice Riaz Ahmed Khan issued notices to Finance Secretary Dr Waqar Ahmed Khan and AGPR Shahnawaz Khan and adjourned the case until after
Parties react Political rhetoric heats up as violence spikes again
ISLAMABAD/KARACHI:
As the bodies piled up in Karachi, temperatures rose with an exchange of warnings and concerns by the political leadership. However, the question about who is behind violence remained unanswered.
Speaking on the latest crisis faced by Karachi, Prime Minister YousafRaza Gilani hinted that more “aggressive” measures
More than one million affected by floods in Sindh
HYDERABAD: More than one million people in Sindh have been affected due to fresh flooding in the province, Express 24/7 reported on Friday.
Thousands of people are stranded in the lower districts of Sindh, where rains have triggered devastating floods.
Express 24/7 correspondent Shaheryar Mirza reported that 99% of all crop in Badin has been completely destroyed by the floods. He added that
Taseer funeral prayer leader forced to flee from Pakistan
LAHORE: The cleric who led the funeral prayers for the late Governor Punjab, Salmaan Taseer has been forced to flee the country following threats.
According to a report by the Press Trust of India, Muhammad Afzal Chishti, the secretary general of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Ulema wing, had left the
Infighting at FBR Bickering tax officers jeopardise revenue collection
ISLAMABAD:
The country’s revenue collection is anemic but that doesn’t stop its tax collectors from bickering amongst themselves and jeopardising prospects to meet current year’s collection targets.
Infighting in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified to the extent
Airfares SC disposes of petition against PIA
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court disposed of on Thursday a petition against the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for increases in airfares for Hajj and Umrah upon receiving a satisfactory reply from the PIA Chairman.
The reply denied allegations of the increase and stated that PIA, like any other airline in the world, increases its fares in accordance with the principle of revenue management.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 19th,
UN urges Pakistan to probe journalist killings
GENEVA: The office of the UN’s human rights commissioner urged Pakistan on Friday to investigate a recent spate of killings and disappearances of journalists.
“In the past eight days alone, we have received reports on the killing of one journalist, Munir Shakir, in Balochistan on 14 August 2011, and the disappearance of another
Energy sector debt Ministries asked to pay Rs25b by next month
ISLAMABAD:
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani ordered finance and water and power ministries on Friday to pay Rs25 billion to Pakistan State Oil (PSO) and independent power producers (IPPs) by the middle of next month, initiating the process of clearing the circular debt haunting the power sector for over a decade.
The payment is likely to enable the IPPs to maximise the
Fake police reports Complainants, officers to be held accountable
ISLAMABAD:
A parliamentary panel, working on overhauling Section 182 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) of 1860 to curb registration of fake police reports, is considering to broaden the purview of the law, holding complainants and investigation officers accountable for filing fake First Information Reports (FIRs).
“We are going to hold a meeting with (members of the) Punjab Bar Council (PBC)
Forged licence to kill: NADRA begins revalidation of arms licences
ISLAMABAD:
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has initiated the revalidation process of arms licences after evidence surfaced that thousands issued by the interior ministry are forged against the backdrop of rising incidents of violence.
“It’ll be difficult for us to verify the licences without complete documentation,” a senior official of the Arms Licence Management System (ALMS)
Human rights Pakistan risks losing UNHRC membership
ISLAMABAD: Failing to submit a mandatory report on the Covenants against Torture (CAT) to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) by the stipulated deadline of July 23, Pakistan is likely to lose its UNHRC membership.
Islamabad seeks re-election as member of the 47 states of the UN body as its current
Pakistan cooperating with US on counter-terrorism: Report
WASHINGTON DC: The United States said Pakistan has made substantial efforts to battle terrorism which has become a significant threat to global security.
In a Country Report on Terrorism 2010, released on Thursday, the US State Department said the Pakistani government and military have cooperated and collaborated with the US efforts
BCom Part-I results karachi university
Karachi: Controller of Examinations, University of Karachi, on Friday declared the results of BCom Part-I (Regular), Annual Examinataions-2010. According to the gazette issued, at least 8,137 candidates registered and 7,483 students appeared in the exams of which only 949 candidates passed their exams. The gazette shows that the overall pass percentage was
9th class result 2011 Board of Secondary Education Karachi
Karachi Controller of Examinations, Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK), Rafia Mallah on Friday declared the results of Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Part-I (Class IX) General Group (Regular and Private), Annual Examinations-2011.
According to the gazette issued, 22,298 regular candidates were registered while 21,448 students appeared in the exams. Meanwhile, 5,285 private candidates registered of which 4,850 students appeared in the annual
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Friday, 19 August 2011
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Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza 2011 Asifa & Nabeel collection
Asifa and Nabeel showcased their formal collection at Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza, which was brimming with iridescent palette of colors blended with perfect feminine cuts and styles.
The dazzling color contrasts made the outfits ever perkier to watch. Carefully contrasted soft tones of brown, beige,
Ramadan Festival at Atrium mall
To celebrate the spirit of Independence and Ramadan, the Mall launched its very own Ramadan Festival. On the other hand, a red carpet was exclusively laid for celebrities for the screening of Independence Day special movie premiere of 20th Century Fox’s ‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’, for which a number of media personalities including Adnan Siddiqui, Aamina Khan, Asim Qureshi, Ayesha Omer,
Thursday, 18 August 2011
Widyaan The Fashion Valley by Shahid Afridi
The Fashion Valley by Shahid Afridi, Widyaan was exhibited beautifully for viewers that they may easily look for their Eid outfit. Each outfit showcased by Shahid Afridi is designed for the special festive day for Muslims, the Eid Day.
FUUAST to establish campuses in KP
Independence Day marked at Gulberg college
Punjab govt to provide free education to labourers’ children:
Naat contest held at Arts Council
Govt not honoring promises made to doctors YDA
FUUAST to establish campuses in KP
No decision yet on evening medical colleges: health secy
“The government has only asked for the feedback on (start of) evening medical colleges and no decision has been taken yet in this regard. There will be some deliberations in on this issue and without taking everybody on board, no such decision would be made”, he said while speaking at an
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Naat contest held at Arts Council
Baba-e-Urdu remembered
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Paris from New Orleans
” In fact, Paris was in New York back in June to style shoots for The Network using designers like Robb & Lulu, k2o by Karen Ko, Angels & Divas as well as pieces from her forthcoming online boutique, Classy Closet. “
“Paris describes her personal style as
BeyoncĂ© Wears Dolce & Gabbana for In Style’s September 2011 Issue, More Drama in the Louboutin vs. YSL Case, And Get up to 70% Off at The Gemma Redux Sample Sale
• I can barely type for shaking with excitement: Canadian knitwear designer (and celeb favorite) Mark Fast is collaborating with ALDO on a shoe collection! The designer says: “This collaboration has given me the opportunity to work with new shoe technology and resources. We are having a great time working together and the Aldo
Can Curvaceous Corporate Divas Get Away with Pencil Skirts?
Karachi University extends date BEd, MEd admission
Joan Smalls and Hailey Clauson by Josh Olins for Vogue Paris September 2011
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Meanwhile, late fee of Rs100 will be charged from October 10 to 31 whereas Rs200 will be collected from November 1 to 30 and late fee of Rs300 will be due from December 1 to
Kalenna of Dirty Money’s New Look, Check Out The Full Missoni For Target Lookbook, and Abercrombie Doesn’t Want The Jersey Shore Cast Wearing Their Clothes
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• In an effort to make more money by slapping her name on goods of questionable quality, Kris Jenner will debut an apparel collection with QVC September 8th (just in time for fashion week). Prices range from $35-$145. She’s laughing because she’ll never wear that trench again. (Racked)
• Attention Shopaholics: A
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What To Wear on A Family Trip to Disney World Plus Size Style Inspiration
Disney! How fun! It is very easy to stay cool, comfy, and cute at the same time: all you need is to add a dash of
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Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s legacy remains
World-renowned Pakistani musician Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s 14th death anniversary was observed with a Quran Khawani in his native Faisalabad, reported the Daily Express. Various events — to be attended by personalities from different fields of art — were also scheduled to be held in Britain, as well as his hometown.
The soultouching singer was an icon whose music resonates
Britney Spears Oops she did it again!
Singer Britney Spears will be the guest of honour at the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards (VMS) with a special tribute honouring her lengthy career, according to news service IANS. The “Toxic” hit-maker — who released her debut single “Baby One More Time” in 1999 — has been thrilling American audiences with her Femme Fatale tour this year.
Spears became a prominent figure in
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Mourning fans mark Elvis Presley's 34th death anniversary
KARACHI: Thirty four years on, Elvis Presley still stirs a wave of emotion among his fans.
His death on August 16 1977, reportedly took place due to an excessive use of drugs, complicated further with cardiomegaly, which resulted in his death.
Presley was widely credited for transforming the face of 20th century music, for which he is often referred to the “King of Rock and
SanaSafinaz collection Minutes to win it
KARACHI:
They are known to create a stir in the fashion industry by designing clothes that speak volumes of creativity. SanaSafinaz launched the preview of its Export Autumn Winter 2011 collection on Tuesday, August 16 at The House of Ensemble, Karachi. With around 200 pieces displayed at the fashion retail store, there were only a few suits left after the
Tintin comics The unconventional tribute
BAGHDAD:
Many know that the July 14 bridge — a convenient route to the US Embassy and government offices in Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone — marks a 1958 coup when Iraq’s last king, King Faisal II was murdered, but not many know that the slain king lives on in the classic Tintin comic books.
On the morning of July 14, 1958, King Faisal II, who
Nairang Art under fire
LAHORE:
An avenue of expression for young, talented painters and artisans, Nairang Art Gallery has recently come under attack for perpetuating a liberal ideology.
The August 2 incident, regarding a police assault on the gallery’s female curator Amal Fatima, a recent graduate from National College of Arts (NCA), captured the attention of the nation. The local art community has condemned the
‘Ol Rock’ refreshes 90s pop
KARACHI:
Despite the intense criticism that “Coke Studio” received, the musical show still gave corporations the guts to invest in the rapidly enervating music industry. As a ripple effect, one saw a telecommunications brand launch its own version in the form of “Uth Records”, promoting undiscovered artistes. Now the latest to join the bandwagon
Rise of the metro male
KARACHI:
Tall and muscular with a beard supporting his scruffy look: this man represents the ‘alpha-male’ — the type we imagine to be the first to rush into a burning building. But the era of the so-called macho man is under threat from a recent, but better-groomed, rival — the metro man. Can these two coexist peacefully or will they battle it out to the end? Who decides which makes the
Atrium Mall A mix of celebrations
KARACHI:
On August 14, when Pakistani flags were hoisted on many rooftops, entertainment celebrities gathered at the Atrium Mall to celebrate Independence Day with an exclusive screening of Rise of the Planet of the Apes.
Although heavy attendance was not expected, owing to the rain in the city on Saturday night, many actors, directors and models were spotted on
There are no camps in Bollywood: Katrina Kaif
MUMBAI:
Katrina Kaif’s decision to do two Yash Raj Films (YRF) with warring Khans — Salman and Shah Rukh — has raised eyebrows, but the actor is unperturbed and argues there are no camps in Bollywood.
Katrina is set to start shooting with Salman Khan for Ek Tha Tiger next week and her film with Shah Rukh, which is veteran direcor Yash Chopra’s untitled venture, is expected to go on floors in a few
Wednesday, 17 August 2011
Beauty salons Can they be trusted?
KARACHI:
For US actor Gwyneth Paltrow, “Beauty is about being comfortable in your own skin”, but what happens when your own skin has been blemished? Obsessed with gora rung and ghane, lambe baal, girls often head to salons for beauty treatments. But are all parlours providing effective care? Have you ever gone to a parlour
Cut in govt expenses Auditor asks for compliance report
ISLAMABAD:
In order to verify the performance of the government with regards to the nationwide austerity measures approved by the federal cabinet last year, the auditor-general of Pakistan has asked the president’s and prime minister’s secretariats and all other ministries to submit a compliance report.
The letter, seen by The Express Tribune, has been circulated to
CM Punjab orders action against cops present at US consulate dinner
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Mian Shahbaz Sharif ordered strict action, on Wednesday, against eight high-ranking police officials for attending a dinner at the US Consulate in Lahore without seeking prior permission.
CM Punjab sent a letter to the Chief Secretary, recommending the Federal Government to convert the status of the eight police officers to Officer on Special Duty
Govt to plug gaps in terror prosecution Reviewing national security
ISLAMABAD:
The government will look to plug ‘loopholes’ in the existing criminal justice system to ensure that terror suspects do not take advantage of weak prosecution – a problem that has given rise to immense concern among the security apparatus of the country.
The oft-cited matter was debated at the high-powered Defence Committee of the
Kidnapped American US mission chief seeks quick recovery
ISLAMABAD:
The United States urged Pakistani authorities on Wednesday to quickly recover its national Warren Weinstein who was kidnapped from his Lahore residence on Saturday.
The matter was raised by US Ambassador Cameron Munter, who held separate meetings with Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar and Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir.
Officials told The Express Tribune that Munter pressed
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MQM-PPP meetings continue Policy of reconciliation High-level
ISLAMABAD:
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) inched closer to revive their broken alliance, by agreeing to fine-tune a proposed legislation aimed at reintroducing the local government system in Sindh.
Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ibad met Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani on Wednesday and officials from both sides said the MQM’s
FBR Infighting Govt fails to finalise revenue target
ISLAMABAD: Soon after embarrassing the nation by declaring misleading revenue collection figures, the Federal Board of Revenue appears to have been unable to submit enough analytical data to help the government finalise its new tax collection targets for the current fiscal year.
The Revenue Performance Group was unable to finalise any targets after it was not given the required data by the FBR’s strategic
Inter Exam Result 2011 BISE Hyderabad Board
Hyderabad:17 August:The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (bise) Hyderabad today Announced Result of Inter part 1 and part 2 exam 2011 Home Economics Group see and get your Result on board website
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Shocking revelations National Assembly Standing Committee owes Rs26b to contractors
ISLAMABAD:
The liabilities of the National Highway Authority (NHA) to its contractors surged to as much as Rs26 billion because of the slow pace of release of funds by the federal government, an NHA official told a National Assembly committee on Wednesday.
The official was among those who appeared before the National Assembly Standing Committee on Communications which met here under Saeed Ahmad
Call for change Nawaz ups the ante, demands snap polls
LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: In a move that has been a long time in the making, the main opposition party – the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) – has demanded that the government call snap elections.
Citing ‘rampant corruption and fluid security situation’ in the country, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif made the demand in an interview
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This objective can only be achieved through teachers, who will have to become a role model for their students in this regard. He was
Top-secret meeting FBI, police map out plan for American’s recovery
Dengue fever Pims receives first suspected case
ISLAMABAD:
The first suspected case of dengue fever was brought to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) on Wednesday.
Javed Iqbal, 46, was brought from Jhelum exhibiting symptoms consistent with dengue. His blood sample has been sent to the National Institute of Health (NIH) for testing, said Dr Altaf Hussain, Pims Joint Executive Director. A private laboratory tested him negative for dengue. At Pims,
Dumping garbage Civic agency as clueless as citizens
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US Agency for International Development USAID approves $155m grant for education in province
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three-month summer vacation,Teachers, students unhappy with schools reopening
As per usual, low attendance of students and teachers was seen on the first working day, both in private and public sector schools.
Earlier, there were rumours about holidays' extension, as the students, teachers and parents were demanding that the schools
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young Pakistani students shine in maths contest
Pakistan also won 12 national top positions. The results declared by the Mathematiques sans Frontiers (Mathematics without
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Expatriate Games: Maxine Swann Talks About Her New Novel <i>The Foreigners</i>
Sofia Coppola Sets a Date, J. Crew to Show at New York Fashion Week, Plus More!
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Vaneeza Ahmad: The entrepreneur with a fashion streak
ISLAMABAD:
Vaneeza Ahmad Ali is a busy woman. On the work front, she travels between Islamabad and Karachi to negotiate between the demands of marriage, a fulltime job as CEO of her own brand/outlet ‘Vaneeza’ and the work she does for lifestyle channel Style 360. Her next project is in Lahore where she is organising Style 360 Bridal Couture Week: An event featuring three days of
Acting feels modelesque
KARACHI:
Should models really opt for acting? Can a model strut on the ramp with a straight face and put life in an emotional scene at the same time?
In Pakistan, local models like Iffat Omer, Aaminah Haq, Vaneeza Ahmad Ali, Zhalay Sarhadi, Ayesha Omar, Mehreen Raheel, Saba Qamar and Tooba Siddiqui to name a few, have made it to television after their stint as models. Some of them
Civil liberties: Karachi artists outraged over alleged Lahore police brutality of curator
On August 1, an SHO from the Shadman police station, Zulfiqar Ali, entered the gallery with his squad allegedly without any warrant. He is accused of beating up the gallery’s 24-year-old curator for wearing a “sleeveless kurta pajama” and harassing the staff for coming to her rescue.
Art critic
Rediscovering Pakistan
We all claim to ‘know’ Pakistan, and pride ourselves on all things ‘Pakistani’. But how many of these people, places, and things can you claim familiarity with? This August 14, immerse yourself in our culture and geography: Decide what you want to eat, where you want to visit, who you need to know. Our list is by no means definitive, but it can provide an intriguing insight into some of the gems of Pakistan.
Kalash Valley
Home to the nature-loving tribe of the Kalash people, this
Trip down memory lane: The games we play...
In the writings of Marcel Proust, Diabolo, a juggling game played with sticks and a spinning top, features extensively as a symbol of longing and remembrance. In the writings of Marcel Proust, Diabolo, a juggling game played with sticks and a spinning top, features extensively as a symbol of longing and remembrance. Like Proust, everyone has their own sepia-tinted memories and indelible images of childhood amusements: misspent summers chasing after one thing or another, the flurry and
Career Guide: An assistant product manager's dillemma
A day in the life of …
Sabina, an Assistant Product Manager.
9.05: I have exactly four minutes and 46 seconds to reach my office before I’m marked late on the attendance register. Ever since the administration realised that the biometric machines were following the Chinese standard time, we’ve reverted to marking our presence manually.
10.30: By now I’ve had three people stop by my
Bollywood actor Shammi Kapoor passes away
MUMBAI: Legendary Bollywood heartthrob Shammi Kapoor, whose acting and dancing style heavily influenced modern-day Indian film stars, died on Sunday aged
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's death anniversary today
Today (Tuesday) is the 14th death anniversary of the legendary qawwali maestro, Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
The soul-touching singer continues to inspire audiences around the world, even after his death.
Nusrat, whose fans elevated him to the status of shahenshah-e-qawwali, passed away at the age of 48.
His specialty was his modernised qawwali – a mystical genre of music. He
Of toys and diapers: New parents on the block
It’s all about toys and diapers in Tinseltown. The stork has been quite busy this year as several celebrities have geared up for their new role as a parent reveals E! Online. Tabloid magazines have been rampant with photos of celebrity babies and the latest names in vogue.
On her one year anniversary, 23-year-old singer and actor Hilary Duff announced on her website that she and her husband Mike Comrie are going to be
Keep the flag of hope flying
LAHORE:
Pakistani flags of all designs and sizes are displayed on Lahore’s Ganpat Road near Urdu Bazaar, which local people claim was the starting point for major celebrations in the province pertaining to Independence Day 1947. The zeal has a unique impact on popular culture and generally leads to an ostentatious display of passion amongst
Nritaal: Amir Khusrau continues to inspire
KARACHI:
For the performing art scene in Pakistan, the advent of a new troupe is a sign that the genre of entertainment has sustained despite unfavourable security conditions across the country. Nritaal is one such troupe, taking its origin from two different words, nrit that means ‘dance’ or ‘theatre’ and taal meaning
Improvisation: Humour has it
KARACHI:
Before Saad Haroon’s troupe Blackfish brought improvisational comedy to town 10 years ago, our only understanding of this genre came from watching the popular show “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” But that show too was restricted to a select audience who firstly, could afford cable television, and possessed enough cultural capital and exposure to understand those anglicised
Shammi Kapoor A star is gone
The man who jived and rock-and-rolled into our hearts is no more. Shammi Kapoor, the swashbuckling actor of the 1950s and 1960s, who redefined the image of the traditional hero to become an enduring style legend, died on Sunday, August 14, at the age of 79, after battling illness for years reported IANS.
According to AFP, Kapoor was India’s Elvis Presley, an actor who revitalised Bollywood’s song-and-dance
The green flag unfurled: a pictorial account
RAWALPINDI:
Actions etched in history or, more specifically, on celluloid were put up on display at the Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) on Saturday. The council organised a photo exhibition to mark the 64th Independence Day.
Pakistan Green Task Force President Dr Jamal Nasir inaugurated the exhibition which was attended by a large number of mostly young
Mrs Fields and TCBY: Some like it hot, some like it cold
LAHORE: On the famous MM Alam road of Lahore, American brands Mrs Fields and TCBY (The Country’s Best Yogurt) — known for their deliciously chewy cookies and frozen yogurt — received a great response at the opening of their joint franchise this month.
Such a venture is the first of its kind in Pakistan because it provides TCBY’s renowned frozen yogurt which is advertised for its health benefits
Pakistani youth: An icon for change
KARACHI:
August 12 heralds International Youth Day and training, mentoring and consultancy firm Blinck took this opportunity to collaborate with the US Consulate General Karachi, to organise a panel-based interactive discussion. The theme of the discussion was ‘Youth Participation in Decision Making: Taking Charge of Your Dreams and Destiny’ and it took place at Avari Towers on Friday.
William J Martin, US Consul General in
Spoilers don’t ruin the mood
NEW YORK:
If you are angry that someone spoiled the plot of a movie or revealed the ending of a book, don’t be. A new study by researchers from the University of California at San Diego shows spoilers may enhance enjoyment, even for suspense-driven story lines and film plots.
After studying three types of stories — ironic-twist, mystery and literary — by authors such as John
While You Were Sleeping Natalie Portman?s Dior Ad, Emma Stone and Olivia Wilde Score a Beauty Campaign, Plus More!
Georgia May Makes a Fine Margaret Thatcher
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-Jimmy Choo is opening a West Village outpost.
-Frida Giannini talks about Gucci’s 70th anniversary, James Franco and reading her own fashion reviews.
-Julia Saner stars in Prabal Gurung’s fall campaign. The images were shot by Daniel Jackson.
-It seems that in between Watch the Throne recording sessions, Kanye West has been working on a line of stilettos with Giuseppe Zanotti. -Agyness Deyn
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Claire’s Life: Polish Bar of Brooklyn’s 5th Year Anniversary Party
The scene was set at 509 Myrtle Avenue, on a saucy rooftop with a view of the city skyline. With beats by DJ CEO and a guest list including Jessica Andrews of Glamazons Blog, Christina of Love Brown Sugar, former Bombshell Blake Von D, Designer Sammy B, and our Beauty correspondent Danielle, the party was sure to pop off!For the occasion I whipped out my new hot pink
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Steal: Estelle’s William Rast Silk Flag Tank
Yep! Estelle paired Union Jack jeans, white pumps, and a turban with a $60 Silk Flag Tank by William Rast.
The cool top features a racerback style and oversized fit. Unfortunately her exact top isn’t available online, but you can get it in lilac or try the shortsleeve tee versions
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Karachi Colleges admission Merit List 2011
Karachi 156 Colleges Last Year Merit List
Karachi: Honorable Members: Welcome to Sindh Study the complete merit list of last year 2009 and 2010 of 156 government colleges in Karachi are available hear.
The Merit List can help you in the choosing of First year college admission
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Karachi Colleges admission Merit List
Karachi: Honorable Members: Welcome to Sindh Study the complete merit list of last year 2009 and 2010 of 156 government colleges in Karachi are available hear.
The Merit List can help you in the choosing of First year college admission
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Weekend Hot! or Hmm…: Nicki Minaj, Zoe Saldana, Tyra Banks and more!
And it seems a slew of our fave celebs did as well. Let’s take a look:
Our Madame Ty Ty seems to have a thing for jumpsuits, so slipped on a delightfully colorblocked number for VH1's Do Something Awards in Hollywood. While Tyra’s yellow piped leather choice from last week elicited quite the number of hmms, I think her option here is hot!
Weekend Makeup Idea: Contoured Cheeks
So wherever your weekend plans take you, do consider contouring those cheeks. You may not even need to run out and buy anything as what you need may already exist in your makeup stash.
You’ll need:*A vivid blush color
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Sindh Madressatul Islam to get university status
Memon said this while addressing the faculty and staff members and students of the SMI College at Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium during his
established Lyari University opening by January
Education Department officials told The News that the university, previously a college, would offer the courses of Arts and Design, Information Technology, Business Administration and
S Agency for International Development approves $155m grant for education
Karachi The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has approved a grant of $155 million for the education sector in Sindh.
This grant will be used to upgrade the schools located in the flood-affected areas of the province, Secretary Education Mohammad Siddique Memon said on Monday.
The Education Department had decided that the amount would be spent on the reconstruction of most of the flood-affected schools’ buildings,
Fatima Jinnah Women University celebrate Independence Day
Monday, 15 August 2011
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Sunday, 14 August 2011
Protest against Nairang incident in lahore
LAHORE, Aug 14 Artists, members of non-governmental organisations and students of various art institutions staged a protest in front of the Lahore Press Club to condemn the beating up of the female c
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Educational institutions Ceremonies Independence Day
LAHORE: Various educational institutions will hoist the country’s flag and cut cakes to celebrate Independence Day.
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Peshawar Students Pakistan rally
PESHAWAR, Aug 14: A group of students belonging to different Fata regions on Saturday held a ‘stable Pakistan’ rally outside Peshawar press club to express solidarity with Pakistan on eve of the Independence Day.
The students came to the venue in a procession from Government College Peshawar, holding banners, national flags and placards inscribed with slogans of prosperity, stability and development of the country. They were also shouting slogans for safety of the country.
Those led the rally included Fata Students Federation president Haroon Luqman Afridi, Shafiq Safi, Gul Satar, Riaz, Burhanuddin and Khan Bahdar.
Talking to media persons they said tribal people had rendered sacrifices for the independence of the country. They added the youth were obligated to pull the country out of the current challenges.Dawn.
Public Accounts Committee objects to PR schools lease, underpass
LAHORE, The National Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee on Railways has taken a strong exception to construction of an underpass and leasing out educational institutions for ‘nominal amount’
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JamShoro Sindh University Circular
JamShoro: The following program(s) has been chalked out to celebrate the INDEPENDENCE DAY in a befitting manner with simplicity but with zeal and fervor, on Sunday, August 14, 2011.
1. The Flag Hoisting and National Anthem Ceremonies will be held at University of Sindh, Allam I.I Kazi Campus, Jamshoro (2) Elsa KAzi Campus, Hyderabad, (3) Sindh University Campus at Mirpurkhas (4) Sindh University Laar Campus at Badin respectively at 9:00 am (or time prescribed by the Government of Pakistan).
a. Honorable Prof. Dr. Nazir A. Mughal, Vice Chancellor, University of Sindh will be the chief guest at the Flag Hoisting Ceremony at Hyder Baksh Jatoi Pavilion, University of Sindh, Allam I.I Kazi Campus, Jamshoro.
b. Prof. Dr. Parveen Shah, Pro-Vice Chancellor, University of Sindh will be the chief guest at the Hoisting Ceremony at the University of Sindh, Elsa Kazi Campus, Hyderabad.
c. Prof. Dr. Imdad Ali Ismaili, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Sindh University Campus @ Mirpurkhas will preside over the ceremony at Sindh University Campus Mirpurkhas.
d. Prof. Dr. Rafia A. Sheikh, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Sindh University Laar Campus at Badin will preside over the ceremony at Sindh University Laar Campus at Badin.
TRANSPORT FACILITIES
1. The University buses shall ply on the usual routes at 8:00 am from Latifabad, Qasimabad, Hussainabad, Kotri via University of Sindh, Elsa KAzi Campus, Hyderabad and from Goods Naka, Hyderabad.
2. One bus shall ply at 8:15 a.m. from Sindh University Residential Colony, Sindh University Employees Housing Society, Jamshoro to University of Sindh Elsa KAzi Campus, Hyderabad.
All the Sindh University Faculty members, Officers and Administrative staff are requested to attend the INDEPENDENCE DAY CEREMONY on Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. positively.
(Prof. Dr. Muhammad Siddique Kalhoro)Registrar