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Time of India
10 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Fragments of grief: AI 171 families cling to mementos from ashes — scorched gold jewellery and torn clothes, which tell stories of loss, are all that remain
Following the devastating AI 171 crash, families grapple with profound loss, receiving fragmented remains of their loved ones' belongings. A gold bar, a child's shoe, charred clothing, and a medicine packet serve as poignant reminders of lives tragically cut short. AHMEDABAD/VADODARA: The debris of the ill-fated flight AI 171 may have been cleared from Meghaninagar, but for the families of the 241 lives lost in the June 12 crash, the emotional wreckage remains. For many, closure comes in fragments: a child's lone shoe, scorched jewellery, torn clothes. These fragile items, returned by authorities, now carry unbearable meaning. They are fragments of love, loss, and all that never got to be said. For Yasin Vora of Ahmedabad, a bar of gold serves as the last tangible link to his wife Yasmin Bano, 51. "Yasmin had got a bracelet so our daughter-in-law could wear it for a baby shower, as it is customary to wear gold on that day. She was wearing it on the flight," says Yasin. A local goldsmith, moved by the tragedy, cleaned the jewellery without charge. "The ornaments were damaged, so we had it refined into a gold bar. I will keep it forever. " Yasmin had planned to fly on June 9 but delayed her journey to travel with his nephew Parvez, 31, and Parvez's four-year-old daughter Zuveriya who also died in the crash. His nephew Ejaz Vora says fragments of Parvez's and Zuveriya's clothing were buried with them. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Yasmin was headed to London to visit her sons, both expecting children. What should have been a joyous six-month visit turned into a farewell none could imagine. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Another grieving relative from Ahmedabad, who refused to be named, said he received a single shoe and an anklet belonging to the child who died in the crash. "That's all we got. That's all we could bury," he says quietly. In Bharuch, Dr Salim Kukreja recalls receiving the charred remains of his sister Sajida Salim's clothes and necklace. "We never opened the body bag. The necklace is the last thing I have of her." Rafik Daud from Diu holds his son Faizan's ring tightly. "They sent it along with his remains. It was proof of his identity. We got it cleaned and keep it close now." In Anand, the prominent Halani family mourns three members: Badruddin Halani, 62, Yasmin Halani, 60, and Malek Rajabali Halani, 65. They were headed to the UK to visit family. After the crash, Aseem Halani received only a piece of his father's trouser and a charred belt. "Nothing of my mother remains," he said. Riyaz Halani, Malek's son, received two scorched gold bangles. "They were on her wrists when she died." Badruddin, known for his social service in the UK, planned to travel to the US to raise funds for the Sainik School in Silvassa - a cause close to his heart. The Halani family awaits the return of the rest of the baggage, currently in police custody. "We have been told that after verification, it will be handed over to Air India, which will then contact the families," said Riyaz. Vadodara resident Heer Prajapati, whose mother Kalpana Prajapati was among the victims, said all they received was a medicine packet stuck to her body after the crash. "She had been carrying it in her handbag. That's how they identified her," said Heer. "She wore gold bangles and other jewellery, but I suppose they were destroyed." He plans to approach police in Ahmedabad with a formal request for any remaining belongings. There were others who have not been as fortunate. Arvind Khunt from Gir-Somnath, who lost his son Neel, said, "We got nothing. Not even his phone, laptop or bag. They said they'll inform us if anything turns up."
The Advertiser
06-06-2025
- General
- The Advertiser
Newcastle's Eid ul-Adha celebration feels like home for Muslim community
Bushra Quaran and Muhammad Arslan celebrated their first Eid in Newcastle since moving from Pakistan seven months ago. Cuddling their one-year-old boy, Muhammad Zakwan Arslan, Ms Quaran said they felt at home on Friday morning at the Newcastle Foreshore train sheds. "The prayer was a big gathering, it felt like our homeland," she said. "I got a bit emotional when I saw all the different cultures coming together here." The family joined hundreds of others in the Newcastle Muslim community on June 6 to celebrate Eid ul-Adha. Children and adults alike shared food and caught up with friends and family. Some kids rode ponies, patted chickens and fluffy goats, while others burnt off energy on the jumping castle. Mayfield Mosque Imam Mohamed Hamed said there were more than 45 different backgrounds celebrating, with about 20 types of cuisines to try. "It's a good chance for them to meet if they don't have a chance throughout the year because of daily life," Imam Hamed said. "It's a social gathering that combines everyone from different backgrounds, and they celebrate as they used to do in their countries," he said. Eid ul-Adha is the second Eid celebration of the year, with Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan in March. Imam Hamed said today's celebration coincided with people making a pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, as well as marking the sacrifice of the Prophet Abraham and his wife and son. Eid ul-Adha falls on the 10th day of the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah. Pakistani friends Rabia Basri and Ramsha Parvez said they came to the foreshore to participate in Namaz (prayers) and meet with the rest of their community. "We celebrated Eid al-Fitr in March, and these are the two most important festivals in the year," Ms Basri said. "We wait the whole year to come and celebrate," she said. Ms Parvez said they shared a sweet treat called seviyan, which was a vermicelli pudding made with milk. The friends were also thrilled to wear their traditional suits with a dupatta, a long shawl-like scarf. "We don't get to wear it often, as we wear western clothes to work, we really feel like it is a special day for us," Ms Parvez said. Ms Parvez's nine-year-old daughter, Eshaal Parvez, only had eyes for one treat. "I love cotton candy," she said. "My favourite part is how we are having fun and how we get to enjoy and eat food." Anika Tasnim took a selfie with her friends and family, also from Bangladesh. "Today is a lot of fun," she said. "We are just really thankful to the Mayfield Mosque for putting on the event." Bushra Quaran and Muhammad Arslan celebrated their first Eid in Newcastle since moving from Pakistan seven months ago. Cuddling their one-year-old boy, Muhammad Zakwan Arslan, Ms Quaran said they felt at home on Friday morning at the Newcastle Foreshore train sheds. "The prayer was a big gathering, it felt like our homeland," she said. "I got a bit emotional when I saw all the different cultures coming together here." The family joined hundreds of others in the Newcastle Muslim community on June 6 to celebrate Eid ul-Adha. Children and adults alike shared food and caught up with friends and family. Some kids rode ponies, patted chickens and fluffy goats, while others burnt off energy on the jumping castle. Mayfield Mosque Imam Mohamed Hamed said there were more than 45 different backgrounds celebrating, with about 20 types of cuisines to try. "It's a good chance for them to meet if they don't have a chance throughout the year because of daily life," Imam Hamed said. "It's a social gathering that combines everyone from different backgrounds, and they celebrate as they used to do in their countries," he said. Eid ul-Adha is the second Eid celebration of the year, with Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan in March. Imam Hamed said today's celebration coincided with people making a pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, as well as marking the sacrifice of the Prophet Abraham and his wife and son. Eid ul-Adha falls on the 10th day of the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah. Pakistani friends Rabia Basri and Ramsha Parvez said they came to the foreshore to participate in Namaz (prayers) and meet with the rest of their community. "We celebrated Eid al-Fitr in March, and these are the two most important festivals in the year," Ms Basri said. "We wait the whole year to come and celebrate," she said. Ms Parvez said they shared a sweet treat called seviyan, which was a vermicelli pudding made with milk. The friends were also thrilled to wear their traditional suits with a dupatta, a long shawl-like scarf. "We don't get to wear it often, as we wear western clothes to work, we really feel like it is a special day for us," Ms Parvez said. Ms Parvez's nine-year-old daughter, Eshaal Parvez, only had eyes for one treat. "I love cotton candy," she said. "My favourite part is how we are having fun and how we get to enjoy and eat food." Anika Tasnim took a selfie with her friends and family, also from Bangladesh. "Today is a lot of fun," she said. "We are just really thankful to the Mayfield Mosque for putting on the event." Bushra Quaran and Muhammad Arslan celebrated their first Eid in Newcastle since moving from Pakistan seven months ago. Cuddling their one-year-old boy, Muhammad Zakwan Arslan, Ms Quaran said they felt at home on Friday morning at the Newcastle Foreshore train sheds. "The prayer was a big gathering, it felt like our homeland," she said. "I got a bit emotional when I saw all the different cultures coming together here." The family joined hundreds of others in the Newcastle Muslim community on June 6 to celebrate Eid ul-Adha. Children and adults alike shared food and caught up with friends and family. Some kids rode ponies, patted chickens and fluffy goats, while others burnt off energy on the jumping castle. Mayfield Mosque Imam Mohamed Hamed said there were more than 45 different backgrounds celebrating, with about 20 types of cuisines to try. "It's a good chance for them to meet if they don't have a chance throughout the year because of daily life," Imam Hamed said. "It's a social gathering that combines everyone from different backgrounds, and they celebrate as they used to do in their countries," he said. Eid ul-Adha is the second Eid celebration of the year, with Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan in March. Imam Hamed said today's celebration coincided with people making a pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, as well as marking the sacrifice of the Prophet Abraham and his wife and son. Eid ul-Adha falls on the 10th day of the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah. Pakistani friends Rabia Basri and Ramsha Parvez said they came to the foreshore to participate in Namaz (prayers) and meet with the rest of their community. "We celebrated Eid al-Fitr in March, and these are the two most important festivals in the year," Ms Basri said. "We wait the whole year to come and celebrate," she said. Ms Parvez said they shared a sweet treat called seviyan, which was a vermicelli pudding made with milk. The friends were also thrilled to wear their traditional suits with a dupatta, a long shawl-like scarf. "We don't get to wear it often, as we wear western clothes to work, we really feel like it is a special day for us," Ms Parvez said. Ms Parvez's nine-year-old daughter, Eshaal Parvez, only had eyes for one treat. "I love cotton candy," she said. "My favourite part is how we are having fun and how we get to enjoy and eat food." Anika Tasnim took a selfie with her friends and family, also from Bangladesh. "Today is a lot of fun," she said. "We are just really thankful to the Mayfield Mosque for putting on the event." Bushra Quaran and Muhammad Arslan celebrated their first Eid in Newcastle since moving from Pakistan seven months ago. Cuddling their one-year-old boy, Muhammad Zakwan Arslan, Ms Quaran said they felt at home on Friday morning at the Newcastle Foreshore train sheds. "The prayer was a big gathering, it felt like our homeland," she said. "I got a bit emotional when I saw all the different cultures coming together here." The family joined hundreds of others in the Newcastle Muslim community on June 6 to celebrate Eid ul-Adha. Children and adults alike shared food and caught up with friends and family. Some kids rode ponies, patted chickens and fluffy goats, while others burnt off energy on the jumping castle. Mayfield Mosque Imam Mohamed Hamed said there were more than 45 different backgrounds celebrating, with about 20 types of cuisines to try. "It's a good chance for them to meet if they don't have a chance throughout the year because of daily life," Imam Hamed said. "It's a social gathering that combines everyone from different backgrounds, and they celebrate as they used to do in their countries," he said. Eid ul-Adha is the second Eid celebration of the year, with Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan in March. Imam Hamed said today's celebration coincided with people making a pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, as well as marking the sacrifice of the Prophet Abraham and his wife and son. Eid ul-Adha falls on the 10th day of the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah. Pakistani friends Rabia Basri and Ramsha Parvez said they came to the foreshore to participate in Namaz (prayers) and meet with the rest of their community. "We celebrated Eid al-Fitr in March, and these are the two most important festivals in the year," Ms Basri said. "We wait the whole year to come and celebrate," she said. Ms Parvez said they shared a sweet treat called seviyan, which was a vermicelli pudding made with milk. The friends were also thrilled to wear their traditional suits with a dupatta, a long shawl-like scarf. "We don't get to wear it often, as we wear western clothes to work, we really feel like it is a special day for us," Ms Parvez said. Ms Parvez's nine-year-old daughter, Eshaal Parvez, only had eyes for one treat. "I love cotton candy," she said. "My favourite part is how we are having fun and how we get to enjoy and eat food." Anika Tasnim took a selfie with her friends and family, also from Bangladesh. "Today is a lot of fun," she said. "We are just really thankful to the Mayfield Mosque for putting on the event."
Business Recorder
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Business Recorder
Parvez lifts Bangladesh to 196-6 against Pakistan in third T20I
LAHORE: Parvez Hossain hit a fiery half century to guide Bangladesh to 196-6 in the third and final Twenty20 international against Pakistan in Lahore on Sunday. Parvez smashed four sixes and seven boundaries in his solid 34-ball 66 and shared a 110-run opening stand with Tanzid Hasan (32-ball 42 with three sixes and as many boundaries) after the tourists were sent in to bat. Pakistan lead the series 2-0 after winning by 37 and 57 runs respectively at the same venue. The Parvez-Tanzid stand gave Bangladesh ideal start for their highest T20I total against Pakistan beating the 175-6 they made against them at Pallekele in 2012. Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 57 runs, win first home T20I series since 2021 Towhid Hridoy, who scored a 18-ball 25 with a six and two boundaries, then added 49 for the third wicket with Litton Das whose 22 came off 18 balls. Fast bowlers Abbas Afridi (2-26) and Hasan Ali (2-38) were the pick of home bowlers.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gen Z at Work: How We're Actually Changing Corporate Culture
All products featured on Teen Vogue are independently selected by Teen Vogue editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Stay up-to-date with the politics team. Sign up for the Teen Vogue Take When the threat of a TikTok ban sent millions of users flocking to Xiaohongshu/RedNote as an alternative to the platform, Zaria Parvez, a senior global social media manager at Duolingo, saw an opportunity. She came up with a TikTok video concept in which Duolingo would teach Mandarin with a playful twist: Instead of textbook phrases, the lesson would feature Gen Z slang, like 'My Shayla.' Within days, the video went viral, turning TikTok's moment of crisis into a spotlight on the language-learning app. 'On the outside, it's like, 'Oh my God, Duolingo just taught Gen Z phrases,'' says Parvez, who has spent the last four years cultivating the brand's famously unhinged TikTok presence. 'But the strategy really was, 'All right, there's this opportunity where we're part of culture, but how do we push our product in a way that people actually want to digest it?' In that instance it was taking my Gen Z instincts about common trending phrases and interjecting the brand messaging of language learning.' While Parvez has challenged companies to trade their polished social media presence for a more authentic brand voice, YouTube's Angelica Song, who manages global social media marketing for the company, is reshaping industry norms from a different angle. By posting videos that break down the nuances of manager one-on-ones and promotion strategies, Song is turning traditionally opaque corporate processes into practical guides — and changing how millions of viewers think about their careers as well. For Song, navigating the workplace is about striking the right balance between authenticity and strategy, knowing when to question norms and when to embrace them. She started her career at YouTube as an associate product marketing manager straight out of college before moving to global social media marketing, a path that has shaped her perspective on self-expression at work. 'You want to assimilate before you can show your colors,' she explains. 'Show up, be a great team player, and then, when you feel more comfortable and gain trust, you can really figure out what makes you stand out and what value you can bring.' Over time, she's learned that different professional settings call for different approaches. She believes employees should stick to more formal written communication, but she sees video calls and meetings as opportunities to let enthusiasm and personality shine. For Gen Z, in particular, showing personality can mean leaning into self-deprecating humor. But as Parvez points out, the problem comes when that delivery starts to undermine ideas. 'What just stinks is when Gen Z'ers walk in supercool and casual and what they're saying is actually very strategic and smart, but they present it as 'Whatever, lol, hehe,'' she says. 'It's so easy for people to undersell women, young talent, and people of color. I think use [self-deprecating humor] for your content to do well, but remove that when you're in a workplace with senior leadership.' Having members of different generations work together can be really effective, as each brings their own strengths to the table. On Duolingo's social media team, for instance, this looks like Gen Z members leading content creation while more experienced colleagues focus on framing that content to highlight its business impact. 'I think having this [generational diversity] has allowed us to not only shine in execution, but keep it long-lasting. We've been viral not just for two years, but for almost five,' Parvez says. Song compares building multigenerational workplace relationships to making friends during school group projects. Teams might spend hours discussing presentation details, but the real bonding happens in the in-between moments, when you initiate casual, non-work conversations about music recommendations or weekend plans. On a larger scale, Gen Z's workplace impact goes beyond the flashy trends of 'Bare Minimum Mondays' and 'Revenge Quitting.' It's through quieter, daily actions — like consistently logging off for nights and weekends — that young people are truly shifting office expectations. 'Gen Z'ers are like, 'Yeah, it's 4 p.m., I'm leaving' or 'I need this break,'' Parvez observes. 'And I think it's made other people on our team evaluate, 'Why am I sitting here past 5?'' These new considerations don't stop at work-life boundaries. As the first members of Gen Z step into leadership roles, they're also bringing with them a fresh focus on transparency, empathy, and purpose at work. For Parvez, this means creating meaningful opportunities for her interns. Last summer, after learning about an intern's background in comics and illustration, Parvez put her in charge of the company's social campaign for a collaboration with Webtoon. The project was ambitious, but the intern excelled because she was working on something she was genuinely excited about. 'The biggest thing for me is creating the [internship] around the person [them]self, really investing in their potential and letting them go with it,' Parvez explains. 'That means they're probably going to message the wrong person or they're going to accidentally say something they shouldn't have. But," she continues, "a core part of our ethos on the social team and in our internship programs is, 'I will always protect you. I will always value you. But I need you to stand up, put in the work, and probably make some mistakes along the way.'' Parvez's team has a surprisingly simple tool for building trust: the word 'pineapple.' When someone disagrees with an idea or needs some space, they can drop that word. 'Using ['pineapple'] to push back and building that trust from the beginning, as stupid as it sounds, makes [people] feel empowered to use their voice and not feel like they're just doing what leadership is forcing them to do,' she says. Building trust at the team level is crucial, but for change to last, it often needs to reach the top of the corporate ladder — and that's still a major hurdle. Last year, 75% of executive meetings didn't include a single Gen Z voice. Song sees two issues compound when leadership doesn't change: Not only does it block new talent from advancing, but it lets old approaches become set in stone. For workplaces to truly evolve, we need more multigenerational decision-making tables, where experience is valued, but change is also welcomed. Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue Want more labor coverage? Billionaires Barely Pay Taxes — Here's How They Get Away With It American Work Culture Is the Problem — Not You What a Labor Union Is and How It Works What Is Retaliation in the Workplace? Here Are Your Rights and What to Know
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gen Z at Work: How We're Actually Changing Corporate Culture
All products featured on Teen Vogue are independently selected by Teen Vogue editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Stay up-to-date with the politics team. Sign up for the Teen Vogue Take When the threat of a TikTok ban sent millions of users flocking to Xiaohongshu/RedNote as an alternative to the platform, Zaria Parvez, a senior global social media manager at Duolingo, saw an opportunity. She came up with a TikTok video concept in which Duolingo would teach Mandarin with a playful twist: Instead of textbook phrases, the lesson would feature Gen Z slang, like 'My Shayla.' Within days, the video went viral, turning TikTok's moment of crisis into a spotlight on the language-learning app. 'On the outside, it's like, 'Oh my God, Duolingo just taught Gen Z phrases,'' says Parvez, who has spent the last four years cultivating the brand's famously unhinged TikTok presence. 'But the strategy really was, 'All right, there's this opportunity where we're part of culture, but how do we push our product in a way that people actually want to digest it?' In that instance it was taking my Gen Z instincts about common trending phrases and interjecting the brand messaging of language learning.' While Parvez has challenged companies to trade their polished social media presence for a more authentic brand voice, YouTube's Angelica Song, who manages global social media marketing for the company, is reshaping industry norms from a different angle. By posting videos that break down the nuances of manager one-on-ones and promotion strategies, Song is turning traditionally opaque corporate processes into practical guides — and changing how millions of viewers think about their careers as well. For Song, navigating the workplace is about striking the right balance between authenticity and strategy, knowing when to question norms and when to embrace them. She started her career at YouTube as an associate product marketing manager straight out of college before moving to global social media marketing, a path that has shaped her perspective on self-expression at work. 'You want to assimilate before you can show your colors,' she explains. 'Show up, be a great team player, and then, when you feel more comfortable and gain trust, you can really figure out what makes you stand out and what value you can bring.' Over time, she's learned that different professional settings call for different approaches. She believes employees should stick to more formal written communication, but she sees video calls and meetings as opportunities to let enthusiasm and personality shine. For Gen Z, in particular, showing personality can mean leaning into self-deprecating humor. But as Parvez points out, the problem comes when that delivery starts to undermine ideas. 'What just stinks is when Gen Z'ers walk in supercool and casual and what they're saying is actually very strategic and smart, but they present it as 'Whatever, lol, hehe,'' she says. 'It's so easy for people to undersell women, young talent, and people of color. I think use [self-deprecating humor] for your content to do well, but remove that when you're in a workplace with senior leadership.' Having members of different generations work together can be really effective, as each brings their own strengths to the table. On Duolingo's social media team, for instance, this looks like Gen Z members leading content creation while more experienced colleagues focus on framing that content to highlight its business impact. 'I think having this [generational diversity] has allowed us to not only shine in execution, but keep it long-lasting. We've been viral not just for two years, but for almost five,' Parvez says. Song compares building multigenerational workplace relationships to making friends during school group projects. Teams might spend hours discussing presentation details, but the real bonding happens in the in-between moments, when you initiate casual, non-work conversations about music recommendations or weekend plans. On a larger scale, Gen Z's workplace impact goes beyond the flashy trends of 'Bare Minimum Mondays' and 'Revenge Quitting.' It's through quieter, daily actions — like consistently logging off for nights and weekends — that young people are truly shifting office expectations. 'Gen Z'ers are like, 'Yeah, it's 4 p.m., I'm leaving' or 'I need this break,'' Parvez observes. 'And I think it's made other people on our team evaluate, 'Why am I sitting here past 5?'' These new considerations don't stop at work-life boundaries. As the first members of Gen Z step into leadership roles, they're also bringing with them a fresh focus on transparency, empathy, and purpose at work. For Parvez, this means creating meaningful opportunities for her interns. Last summer, after learning about an intern's background in comics and illustration, Parvez put her in charge of the company's social campaign for a collaboration with Webtoon. The project was ambitious, but the intern excelled because she was working on something she was genuinely excited about. 'The biggest thing for me is creating the [internship] around the person [them]self, really investing in their potential and letting them go with it,' Parvez explains. 'That means they're probably going to message the wrong person or they're going to accidentally say something they shouldn't have. But," she continues, "a core part of our ethos on the social team and in our internship programs is, 'I will always protect you. I will always value you. But I need you to stand up, put in the work, and probably make some mistakes along the way.'' Parvez's team has a surprisingly simple tool for building trust: the word 'pineapple.' When someone disagrees with an idea or needs some space, they can drop that word. 'Using ['pineapple'] to push back and building that trust from the beginning, as stupid as it sounds, makes [people] feel empowered to use their voice and not feel like they're just doing what leadership is forcing them to do,' she says. Building trust at the team level is crucial, but for change to last, it often needs to reach the top of the corporate ladder — and that's still a major hurdle. Last year, 75% of executive meetings didn't include a single Gen Z voice. Song sees two issues compound when leadership doesn't change: Not only does it block new talent from advancing, but it lets old approaches become set in stone. For workplaces to truly evolve, we need more multigenerational decision-making tables, where experience is valued, but change is also welcomed. Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue Want more labor coverage? Billionaires Barely Pay Taxes — Here's How They Get Away With It American Work Culture Is the Problem — Not You What a Labor Union Is and How It Works What Is Retaliation in the Workplace? Here Are Your Rights and What to Know
