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Hello to our readers and welcome to 150th edition of Asian World Newspaper! We hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe from the claws of the deadly pandemic, Covid-19. We also pray for the betterment of our country, our people and for the entire world to become normal again.

Despite of the hundreds of thousands of lives lost, the world still goes on and the efforts are made to ensure the survival of humanity. Also, we would like to thank all our doctors, paramedic staff, law enforcing agencies and security departments who are the front line fighters against this pandemic. All the best!!!

To all the Muslims around the world we wish them health and safety as their holy month, Ramadan, is here where there are facing difficulties to carry out their religious activities due to lockdown in most countries due to Covid-19.

In this 150th edition most of the stories are related to this virus and lockdown in most parts of the world. Please read on page 8 how an 100-years-old man from London, Dabir Choudhury, walks 100 laps to generate funds for 26 charities and plays his role in this pandemic.

This month in Zaf’s column shares a sad story about Raja Mohammad Afzal who passed away with a touching tale on page 10.

Further more on page 13, you are read that Coronavirus is not the only problem faced by Muslim in Modi’s hate-filled India. Also on page 13, Amir Khan and Human Appeal Team Up to Pack a Punch Against Coronavirus. Read how the boxer is playing his role in these harsh times and becomes an inspiration.

We would like to update our readers about lockdown and its impact on business on page 14.

From Glamazian, on page 29 you can read that Bollywood mourns on the terrible loss of Rishi Kapoor and Irrfan Khan who were amazing actors and both died fighting against a disease.

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ANTI MUSLIM “LET’S END THE SILENCE” Together!

VIEW AMID Online campaign starts Friday May 1st 2020 CORONAVIRUS The COVID-19 pandemic has now taken the religious grounds in many countries including the UK, India, USA, and others with rising instances of hatred and scapegoating of the Muslim community.

News sources shared that people believe that the Islamic population is the one to blame for the proliferation of coronavirus.

With fake news spreadig all over the internet with the help of twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp, and other major social media handles, islamophobia is raising grounds on irrational evidence.

Videos and photos of mosques being open and functioning with devotees worshiping amid the strict orders from authorities are misguiding the locked out flock of internet geeks.

The anti-muslim view arising from such incidents is of far more concern after the pandemic is under control report says.

Recently Organisation of Islamic Cooperation said, Islamophobia is rising around the world with severe outcomes to be seen in the future.

Reports also found Police and authorities giving special preference to Muslim people. Such an atmosphere is of grave concern says Muslim organizations around the world due to the beginning of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

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The UK based charity Penny Appeal, who have seen over a 30% rise in calls to their Domestic Abuse Helpline during the COVID 19 restriction period will be launching an online video campaign titled “Let’s End The Silence” together across all its social media platforms. The video features a range of people from all walks of life. The video aims to raise awareness of the rise in Domestic Violence during these unprecedented times, it also hopes to encourage members of the public to look out for those who might be in a vulnerable position and highlights the support available to them.

The Let’s End The Silence together - video features a poem written to express how no one should have to tolerate abuse and that society will support those who seek support and help others who want to be heard.

The charity Penny Appeal have managed to enlist various people (Including a few well-known names) to read out lines from the poem including, students, Influencers, a barrister, fundraisers, wellbeing experts, women’s activists, a businesswoman, an Imam, a poet, a singer, a comedian and Dr Rosena Allin-Khan – MP for Tooting and newly appointed Shadow Minister for Mental Health.

Penny Appeal runs a dedicated Domestic Abuse helpline and takes calls from people hailing from all walks of life. The charity also has specially trained call handlers to deal with cultural sensitivities from callers with BAME backgrounds.

Penny Appeal CEO Harris Iqbal says: “Since the UK lockdown began, domestic abuse cases have increased significantly, With social distancing in place, abuse becomes even harder to detect, we all really need to raise our voices and look out for each other, now more than ever! The support is out tzhere and no one should have to suffer by themselves so Lets End The Silence together - to make it stop”!

Our Helpline Practitioners are waiting for your call on; 0808 802 3333, or use our web-chat service, let us help, and Let’s End The Silence together.”

Penny Appeal’s Domestic Abuse Helpline serves both male and female survivors of domestic abuse, aged 18+ nationwide.

They operate 7 days a week from 10am to 10pm via 0808 802 3333. Callers can be reassured that there will be no cost to them whatsoever and the number won’t show up on any bills.

Anyone who calls Penny Appeal’s Domestic Abuse helpline will be put through to an experienced practitioner, who will

talk with each caller for as long as they need. Practitioners will listen and support callers through the challenges they are experiencing, providing necessary

support and signposting to specialist services if required. The service can also facilitate access to counsellors with specialist Islamic knowledge.

BILL GATES ATTEMPTS TO EMBED MICROCHIPS IN MANKIND THE REAL AGENDA BEHIND THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK Front Cover Story Cont’d...

Russian chief Nikita Mikhalkov asserted that Billionaire Bill Gates may be trying to embed humanity with nano-chips under the appearance of vaccination, attempting to control individuals. The ultimate aim is to solve the problem of “over-population”. The on-going coronavirus emergency has resulted in several conspiracy theories. People are trying to find the “mystery” behind the pandemic. A bunch of them revolve around the Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and his endeavours to develop a vaccine against COVID-19.

Many “truth-researchers” found the Microsoft patent that recently got worldwide recognition to be particularly disturbing. The patent WO/2020/060606 depicts a “cryptocurrency system using body movement information – essentially, a gadget which can be utilized to mine digital coins using one’s body. Or, then again, rather, grant cryptocurrency to the client whose body activity information is checked, as the patent uniquely puts it. The patent caught the attention of Nikita Mikhalkov, prestigious Oscarwinning movie director. The director pushed quite a theory in another issue of “Besogon TV” ( generally translated as “demon banisher”, named, In whose pocket the state is ?’. The show was aired on Friday by the Rossiya 24 TV channel, but was then quietly brought down from its schedule and not repeated.

The Russian director claims that the very

name of the patent has a mysterious importance in it, blaming Gates for attempting to embed people with nanochips to digitally control them. Mikhalkov then goes on a tirade about a tragic future.

The digitized society would be split into two unequal parts, specifically the Elite and the Human drones they control. Furthermore, He pointed finger at Herman Gref, the leader of Russia’s state-owned bank Sberbank who is a known defender of digitalization of society and called him “The Gates Global Co-conspirator”.

However, the director’s theory lacked as to how the problem of over-population will be solved by the system. The director’s new issue of “Besogon TV” became a web sensation, getting around 700,000 views in less than a day. The conclusions Mikhalkov drew are very fanatical and the patent WO/2020/060606 isn’t directly connected to Gates. Gates is actually concentrating on running his and his better half’s Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Moreover, it didn’t mention any microchipping, rather describing sensors combined with a “device” to register body movement.

One affirmed purpose behind such an innovation is to encourage

a healthy lifestyle with clients awarded cryptocurrency for working out. Another such conspiracy which is closely linked to the above-mentioned theory, named Agenda ID2020, was doing rounds on the internet a few days back. It says that vaccination aims to embed nanochips in the humanity. The real motivation behind the vaccination is to control the very personal information and belongings of a person and to reward or punish him digitally. The whole agenda was planned behind the doors of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2019.

The theory accuses Bill Gates and the Pharmaceutical companies such as The Rockefellers and The Rothschild which are also the proponent of population control, were the master planners and are thus accused for the

outbreak of Covid-19 Pandemic. Many celebrities, politicians and re-known personalities around the world are talking about this and casting doubts on as to how this virus originated and spread and what is the real agenda behind it.

Recently Russian tennis legend Marat Safin said that the corona Virus could be an excuse for embedding microchips into humans. Furthermore, he said that all this was planned at Davos [Economic] forum and Bill Gates knew that.

Everything was planned in a way so that this vaccination agenda could work, said Safin. This tennis legend is not the only one who is supporting such conspiracies, recently British former World Boxing Champion Amir khan said that the Installation of 5G could be the real aim behind this coronavirus outbreak.

Similarly, a petition has been filed against Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in White House. The petition says that American Government should investigate as to how the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in collaboration with The John Hopkins Centre for Health security and the World Economic Forum conducted Event 201, a high-level pandemic rehearsal on 18 October,2019, in New York, just weeks before the outbreak of Covid-19. The petition states that Bill Gates has always been indulged in such anti-human population control activities and we can’t trust his new vaccine against the coronavirus.

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Mark Bonnar’s Big Quiz! Heart Research UK patron Mark Bonnar hosting online charity quiz night Mark Bonnar, star of Guilt, Line of Duty, Since then, he has been involved with Shetland and smash new show Quiz, is various campaigns, including Heart Rehosting a charity quiz search UK’s Heart night on Facebook, of Scotland appeal, Kate Bratt-Farrar, a dedicated fundraisraising money for national charity Heart ing campaign to raise Chief Executive Research UK. money to take on Scotof Heart Research land’s biggest killer – Mark, who became a patron of the charheart disease.

UK, said: ity last year, will quiz Mark Bonnar said: I’m sure viewers on subjects “In the uncertain times including sport, film that we find ourselves we’ve all done and TV and music on in, it’s really imporHeart Research UK’s tant that we try and a virtual quiz YouTube channel at have a bit of fun, as or two over 8pm on Wednesday well as giving somethe 6th of May. thing back. That’s why the last few Mark will also be I’m so delighted to be weeks, but Mark taking over Heart Rehosting this quiz – I’ve search UK’s Facebook dreamt up some devilBonnar’s big page to chat live with ish questions so you quiz for Heart participants and host a best be on top form! live Q&A after.

“The work that Heart Research UK Heart Research UK Research UK does is are asking for donaincredibly close to my promises to tions if players quiz heart. My father had a be one of along at home, with triple bypass over 20 all the money supyears ago, and thankthe best! porting the charity’s fully he is still going pioneering medical strong. research into the prevention, treatment “The advances in research and surgery and cure of heart disease. over the last few decades have been truly Mark first became involved with Heart remarkable, thanks in no small part to the Research UK in 2018, producing a piece vital work that charities such as Heart of original artwork that was auctioned as Research UK are doing.” part of the charity’s anonymous heART Kate Bratt-Farrar, Chief Executive of project.

Heart Research UK, further said:

“We can’t wait to see what Mark has up his sleeve for the quiz – I’ve been told there may be a few surprises but I won’t give any answers away.

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A 100-year old man from London walks 100 laps during Ramadhan

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“This is obviously a difficult time for everyone, and charities are no exception.

We’re hoping that this will be a really enjoyable evening for everyone, which also helps us raise some much needed funds to help us take on heart disease, the nation’s single biggest killer.

“We hope to see you all there!”

Mark Bonnar’s Big Quiz for Heart Research UK kicks off at 8pm on Heart Research UK’s YouTube channel - www. youtube.com/heartresearchuk. Participants can catch up with Mark before and after the quiz on Heart Research UK’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/heartresearchuk.

Reaching an age of a 100 is rare, but it’s also an achievement. The Londoner Dabir Choudhury is looking to do something that for most his age wouldn’t do. He decided to walk 100 laps around his communal garden while fasting during the month of Ramadan in an effort to raise money for 26 charities, including those distributing aid to Gaza, Syria and Yemen. Dabir initially made a target to raise £1,000 last week on the 26th of April, for the victims of COVID-19.

He set a target to complete walking 100 laps of the communal garden outside his house while fasting during the month of Ramadan. Within the first nine hours, the JustGiving page setup to accept donations and had reached its target. In the next 48 hours donations began to pour in from across the

country. The total now stands at over £6,000.

Overwhelmed by the support, Dabir has renewed his target and he won’t stop walking as long as donors keep donating. Money raised from the donations will go towards 26 different national charities supporting COVID-19 victims as well as international ones providing aid and assistance in the Middle East.

In a statement acknowledging his supporters, Dabir has said: “Thank you for your donations. I’m not fighting alone to put a smile on the faces of hungry children, we are fighting together. This money will help families who are in desperate need in the UK, Bangladesh and many other countries.”

To donate go to Dabir Choudhury’s JustGiving page.

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London Court of Appeal dismisses Punjab National Bank USD $45m fraud claim

End of the road for Punjab National Bank’s USD $45m fraud claim brought in the UK Courts and criticising PNB’s failure to disclose existing proceedings it had brought in the debt tribunal in Chennai.

The English Courts are a popular location for Indian banks to pursue international debt and fraud claims against Indian and foreign businesses, even though any recoverable assets may be outside the UK. Despite the fact that an English judgment is not necessarily recognised by courts in India or other countries, Indian Banks frequently seek to commence proceedings in England to obtain a substantive judgment which it can then deploy in foreign jurisdictions.

The Court of Appeal in London has refused permission for the British subsidiary of Punjab National Bank (PNB) to appeal against a judgment dismissing its USD $45 million claim for fraud and misrepresentation in respect of loans given to Indian and US companies involved in the renewable energy sector. This was the third consecutive defeat for PNB in this case, the English High Court having found that no fraud had been committed by the defendant borrowers against PNB

PNB had claimed that it had been misled and defrauded by the actions of the defendants following the granting of loans amounting to $45 million to companies in the US and India controlled by the individual defendants.

The bank also alleged that money had been siphoned off and payments due had not been made under the loan facilities and guarantees.

The defendants were associated with either of two groups of companies, Pesco Beam and Trishe Resources.

Those and related companies borrowed sums from the Bank to fund, respectively, oil re-refining and wind farm projects in the US. Although the Defendants were all based in India and the US the Bank asserted that on the basis of the loan

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facility agreements, the proper place for its claims was England. The court accordingly granted permission to the Bank to serve proceedings in India and the US. However unbeknown to the court, the Bank had already issued proceedings for the same debts in the Debt Tribunal in Chennai, India and, with its syndicated partner Bank of Baroda, in the US. The revelation of the foreign proceedings proved to be the Bank’s undoing.

The defendants argued that there had been material breaches of the Bank’s duty of full and frank disclosure pursuant to which the orders for service out of the jurisdiction should be set aside. Zaiwalla & Co. obtained an order for disclosure of various material that had been placed before the court

Sarosh Zaiwalla, Senior Partner of Zaiwalla & Co, the London law firm representing the defendants, said ‘The case serves as a message to Banks that the English Courts will take a very dim view of a ‘lack of candour’ with the Court, if they are seeking an Order in the absence of the defendant and claiming that the English Courts are the correct place to deal with a claim.”

The English High Court also criticised PNB’s lengthy statements of case which it said demonstrated a lack of particularity and specificity, and that the case of fraud was not supported by cogent facts

at the ex parte hearings, enabling an analysis of the process by which the orders were obtained. A review of the material identified multiple failures on the part of the Bank and its solicitors and barrister which led to the orders for service abroad and service by email to be set aside.

The High Court had previously found no sufficiently serious case of misrepresentation and deceit, and had set aside the entire claim for procedural shortcomings and the bank’s failure to disclose material facts to the court while obtaining orders without notice to the defendants.

The Bank has been ordered to pay GBP £335,000 towards the costs of eight defendants represented by Zaiwalla & Co.

and evidence.

Lord Justice Floyd’s recent decision to refuse permission to appeal has effectively brought to an end the two-year legal battle.

Rohit Ralleigh, Senior Solicitor, commented: “English courts expect certain standards of conduct from parties and their legal advisers which here were not met. Parties seeking to obtain orders without notice to their opponents have a duty of candour, and generalised allegations of fraud may not survive even the early stages of litigation. Procedural failings are likewise susceptible to punitive orders.”

Robert Maxwell Marsh, Solicitor added: “The Court found that PNB had failed in its duty to make full and frank disclosure whilst obtaining an ex parte order.

The Bank failed, for example, to disclose that it had brought related proceedings in other jurisdictions. Likewise the Court found that PNB’s claims against the defendants in deceit and misrepresentation did not demonstrate a serious issue to be tried and were lacking the core components needed for such claims.

“These decisions highlight the importance of the duty of candour and the stringent consequences parties will face for material non-disclosure. PNB has now exhausted its appeal options and must pay our clients over £300,000 towards their legal costs. Our clients are relieved that the Bank’s appeals have been dismissed.”

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GLASGOW MUSLIMS PROVIDE RAMADAN MEALS TO MOST Raja Mohammed Afzal VULNERABLE, REGARDLESS OF FAITH

By Muhammad Zafran

knew him for the best or part of my life, as did most people living in the city.

A very well respected and well liked individual who got involved in all aspects of the community. A trustee as a local masjid, a business owner of one of the largest taxi firms in the city (Galaxy Cars), a community activist who single handedly organised and set up a street watch with the local police which has been used as benchmark for community and police collaboration across the city.

He was a community visionary setting up joint ventures with businesses, community organisations, emergency services, and the people. He was a pioneer of the Mega Mela that is held on an annual basis at Ward End Park, and worked extensively with the organisers making it happen.

Mohammed Afzal left a legacy in the city, and his community work led to the creation of community organisations, events and relationships that are still flourishing leading to a much improved bond in the city.

Muslim Engagement and Development (MEND) is supporting Glasgow Muslim Aid to deliver 200 iftar meals everyday during the month of Ramadan to all who are vulnerable, regardless of faith.

Hot meal collection is available every evening at Masjid Ibrahim on Paisley Road West Glasgow.

Many who are accessing the service are asylum seekers, homeless individuals,

Jawad Khursheed, Chair of MEND Scotland, says:

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In these unique and difficult times, it is so important that all communities pull together to support one and other. This is why MEND is behind initiatives such as Glasgow Muslim Aid who assist all who are in need of support, a hot meal and a friendly face

and those on very low incomes.

MEND is supporting the initiative by fundraising and providing volunteers to deliver food parcels to those who are unable to travel to collect the food themselves.

Many vulnerable people who are selfisolating or stuck in remote areas with little or no access to public transport must rely on the support of others to pro-

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This month i am writing about a Man whose passing away has touched many in the community, especially his own immediate family. My dear Uncle Raja Mohammed Afzal, was loved and respected by everyone in the family and was always an individual who would make others laugh with his presence.

Mohammed Afzal always served the community and was very popular with the West Midlands Police and especially with the Stechford Police Station who still speak highly off him. Mohammed Afzal did a lot of work with the mosques and speaking to a lot of the scholars, they say that Mr Afzal used to cater for their needs and used to tell them that you keep on spreading the message of religion into people’s hearts and dont worry about you financially getting stuck.

Tribute by a friend/council or Majid Mahmood,” Mohammed Afzal was a pillar of the community in Birmingham East. He took family, business and community to the heart of his existence. I

vide everyday essentials. MEND hopes that our support can ensure that all those who need it can receive a much-needed hot meal.

The work of Glasgow Muslim Aid and other Muslim-run charities is vital during this time and MEND will continue to support efforts such as this by charities and non-profits across the country.

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Sikh Americans serving America during the current paramedic!

Bhai Khanhiya Ji serving water to a fallen enemy soldier on the battlefield The American Sikh Council (ASC) wants to sincerely congratulate every Sikh and their associated organizations for stepping up during a very stressful and hazardous time due to the pandemic, to cook and serve the needy across our nation and the world.

Sikhs take inspiration from their own religious history and never forgot those that were deeply imbued in the ONE-

NESS of all. One among them was the Bhai Khaniya Ji! Bhai Khanhiya Ji (1648-1718), was born in Sodhara near Wazirabad in Sialkot, Punjab. He became a disciple of (the 9th) Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and then later (the 10th) Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Bhai Khanhiya Ji was of religious inclined and had great empathy for others, from early childhood.

ECC Pakistan Approved Rs. 75 Billion for low income groups A total of Rs. 75 Billion is approved by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Cabinet on Wednesday, to be distributed among 6.2 million people who are daily wage earners and could not earn for their families due to partial lockdown in the country.

According to the Ministry of Finance, the amount will shortly be released from PM’s Relief Package of Rs. 200 Billion.

An amount of Rs. 12000 will be given to a deserving person in the “Mazdoor ka Ehsaas Programme; a scheme which is a part of the Ehsaas Initiative.

This program aims to extend governmental support to low-income groups in

order to help them to feed their families in these difficult times.

6 Million people would be benefited under this Plan Fourth category. Moreover, 12 million laborers have already been benefited under category one to three of the Kifalat Programme. The ECC called on the industries and other social developmental sectors to join hands to ensure transparency and efficiency in the process of distributing money to deserving people.

However, there are concerns regarding the initiation of two separate programmes, having the same aims, may lead to overlapping and unequal distribution.

During the second battle of Anandpur Sahib (1704), Punjab (South Asia) Guru Gobind Singh Ji, assigned him the task of serving water to the wounded Sikh soldiers. However, he performed his duty diligently without making any distinction between Sikhs and non-Sikhs.

Some soldiers complained to Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Bhai Khanhiya Ji has been providing water and care to the fallen enemy soldiers as well. Guru Gobind Singh summoned Bhai Khanhiya Ji and questioned him about the complaint. He politely replied “Graceful lord you taught me the lesson of humanity, universal brotherhood, impartiality, equality, love, peace and serving the suffering humanity without discrimination on the grounds of caste, creed, race or color. As such I only see ‘you’ wherever I see people suffering. Hence I served water to the enemy soldiers as well.”

Guru Gobind Singh Ji, was so pleased with the reply, blessed him and told that he had truly understood his teaching.

Then Guru Gobind Singh ji gave him some medicinal balm so that he could use it on the wounds of all the fallen soldiers, including the enemy.

The modern-day Red Cross was founded in 1863 by Henry Dunant, but the precursor to this selfless-service (sewa) helping humanity, since 1704 is Bhai Khanhiya Ji a Sikh who started doing this ‘sewa’ more than a 150 years earlier, which continues today by the followers

of the Sikh Religion worldwide.

Kirit Karni (Honest hard work), Vand Shakna (Sharing your earnings with the less fortunate) and Naam Japna (Remembering the Divine at all times).

The commitment to the foundational principles by the followers of the Sikh Religion speaks volumes thorough their active sewa. The five virtues promoted by the Sikh Scripture, Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji to be inculcated and practiced are; Daya (Deep level of Compassion), Sat (Complete compliance to Truth), Santokh (Inner Contentment), Nimarta (Overflowing Humility) and Pyar (Total Love).

Treating everyone equally, sharing with others and serving everyone with compassion and love, especially towards those that are in pain or suffering, is the Sikh way of life Sikh Americans and Sikhs around the world in more than a hundred countries, against the odds, have stepped up everywhere risking their lives during this ongoing global pandemic to help with needed food and other critical essentials to the suffering and destitute. The world today needs much healing, starting with humans to nature. As Sikhs we can only pray to the ‘ONE’ to give us strength so we can continue to do what our religion teaches us, which is, ‘to be actively engaged with the world while serving everyone to best of our ability’.

Bill to establish a National Council for Minorities ready A constitution bill for the establishment of a National Council for Minorities, on the decision issued by Apex court, is at last ready to be presented before Parliament, after six years.

The commission headed by Dr. Shoaib Suddle shared the draft of the Bill, titled, “National Council for Minorities Act, 2020” along with various stakeholders.

It is stated in the draft that in order to protect and safeguard the rights of minorities under the constitution, there shall be a National Council for Minorities. Furthermore, the chairperson of the council shall be appointed by the President of Pakistan on the advice of Prime Minister of Pakistan, it stated. All the members of the council including the chairperson would belong to the

non-Muslim community. The purpose of the Council will be to address the shortcomings in the existing structure and procedures and act as a front guard for the preservation of minorities’ rights.

The formation of the council was also binding on the government under the landmark judgment of the Apex Court [PLD 2014 SC 699], written by the then Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani.

The Supreme court ordered the government to form a National Council for Minorities’ rights in suo motu case in the backdrop of the bomb blast at a church in Peshawar in June 2014. Moreover, the Apex Court asked the government to modify the curricula and to add religious tolerance in the syllabus.

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INDIAN MUSLIM WOMEN DENIED ENTRY INTO HOSPITAL

With the surge of Islamophobia around the world and an antiMuslim stance, the society around the world has beaked a scornful eye against the Muslim people.

Something similar has been seen in India where reports show how some hospitals refused to treat Muslim people.

In the state of Jharkhand, a 30-year-old woman named Rizwana Khatun miscarried after she was barred from entering the hospital premises.

A similar situation was seen in Bharatpur, Rajasthan; another Indian state where a woman was refused admission on the ethnic grounds.

Such a situation of hatred gained ground when the Islamic devotees of Tablighi jamaat violated government orders of no religious or non- religious gatherings of over 50 people and had a meeting of over 2000 people.

Reports also portray how the Uttar Pradesh chief minister had a gathering and went unnoticed and unpublished.

Several Muslim people told that they were denied purchase at the groceries and chemist shops around the country.

The communal angle to the picture started when the Bhartiya Janata Party(BJP) government introduced the Citizenship Amendment Act(CAA) last year, which the Muslim community perceived as discriminatory.

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Amir Khan and Human Appeal Team Up to Pack a Punch Against Coronavirus Speaking after the latest round of deliveries, Amir Khan said:

Champion pro boxer Amir Khan and Manchester-based humanitarian charity Human Appeal have been working together to provide for communities around greater Manchester who are in need during lockdown.

On Friday 1st May, Human Appeal and the Amir Khan Foundation hit Haji Cash & Carry in Rochdale to pack up 17,000 items into 1,000 food parcels, including everyday essentials such as tinned foods, long-life milk, biscuits, pita bread, teabags and flour.

The parcels were delivered to families in Rochdale and across Greater Manchester over the weekend, however as long as there are families in need both

Human Appeal and Amir Khan have vowed to continue working together as well as with other businesses and charities around the region.

Dr Mohamed Ashmawey, Human Appeal CEO said: “Having Amir and his foundation working with us is a privilege and the extra pairs of hands as well as the motivation he brings is uplifting to all of us.

“You can see how much it means to people to know that Amir is on the front line delivering help to the communities close to his heart. It’s a real boost to both community spirit and the spirit of our dedicated teams, especially as we observe Ramadan.”

It was amazing to join Human Appeal to put together so many food parcels and deliver them to those who need them most.

Seeing the smiles on people’s faces as we dropped them off made it all worth it, and brought home the scale of the effort needed to look after our most vulnerable people during what is a testing time for all of us.

The work Human Appeal & Amir Khan Foundation has been doing is inspiring, bringing people together when we all have to stay physically apart. I look forward to working with them again as we help even more people.

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Covid-19 is not the only challenge for Muslims in Modi’s hate-filled India While the world is grappling with a pandemic, The Modi government is attempting to get political benefit from the situation using India’s besieged Muslims.

This new wave of hate and anger erupted in the last week of March, when thousands of Muslims gathered at a Delhi congregation at TableeghiJamaat Headquarter.

The authorities immediately took action and evacuated the place. Hundreds of Muslims were tested positive for coronavirus.

The government officials added fuel to the fire by separately quoting the stats and number of cases connected to the Muslim congregation. The Ministry for Minority Affairs titled it as a “Talibani crime” instead of negligence which further fanned the flame.

The Muslims across India are facing the consequences and impacts of these statements. Mr Modi didn’t so far have paid any heed to the simmering communal

tensions. In fact, the headers like “Corona Jihad” and a series of false antiMuslim WhatsApp forwards have made the situation even worse.

Soon after these charges of spreading the virus, Riots and attacks against Muslims flared up across the country.

The Modi government, through such anti-Muslim statements and charges, are inciting the communal rifts.

They are trying to gain political benefits from the situation.

Muslims in India are bearing serious implications of this. They are being attacked, lynched and labelled as “Virus Spreaders”. False news and videos featuring Muslims, spreading virus are doing rounds on the internet which is enticing the anger of extremists.

Muslims in India are not just suffering from COVID but also from hate, anger and envy brewed by government authorities.

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Halifax index shows first signs of pandemic house price drops “The UK property market is one of the cornerstones of the economy and releasing it from the shackles of the current pandemic must be a priority if we are to ensure it remains in good health. Although the damage appears minimal at present, it will take a few months before the full extent is clear in any market data.

At present, our hands are tied and we simply don’t have the operational capacity as agents to service the industry. This must be the first focus and once we are back up and running, buyers and sellers will return in their droves as we remain a nation of aspirational homeowners.”

Director of Benham and Reeves, Marc von Grundherr, commented

“Although a month on month drop is no cause for panic, it appears that the market slowdown due to the current pandemic is starting to show with the annual rate of growth also easing.

Potential plans to relax lockdown restrictions could bring a welcome boost to the UK market but while an increase in operational activity may help to an extent, the more extensive damage will be on stock entering the market and the demand for this stock.

This impact will be fuelled more by fear than finance and it may take many months yet before buyers and sellers feel it is ‘safe’ to return to the fray. However, there remains an appetite from buyers with many still taking to the internet to window shop and once these shops reopen physically, we should see enough activity to tide things over until the end of the year.”

Founder and Managing Director of Sourced Capital, Stephen Moss, commented

“We know that the number of homes reaching the market has plummeted in the wake of the current pandemic and this, of course, has serious implications on the housing market in terms of transactional volume and prices.

However, it’s important to remember that this isn’t driven purely by apprehensive sellers as many agents are simply unable to carry out their day to day work to actually market these properties. As restrictions ease, and the financial furlough precautions many have taken are reversed, a heightened level of activity should, at least, bring some positive movement.

Yes, this may be muted to begin with, but with the market all but ground to a halt, any progress is a positive.”

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LOCKDOWN AND ITS IMPACT ON THE BUSINESS

Business and the economy have been ever-evolving since the advent of the monetary system.

For centuries we have been involved in the continuous and steady cycle of the business.

There has been some kind of movement whatever the situation is but this has been the first time that the whole world is at standstill. Right now the time we publish this article, 2.6 billion out of 7.8 billion world population is in absolute lockdown; i.e. 1/3rd of the total population and the other 2/3rd is in partial lockdown. Not only does this come to us at a huge economic cost but also a moral and social cost.

The businesses at the small and medium level are the ones that are suffering the most. With little or no capital and cash in hand, it has become a situation of deep concern for the authorities to compensate for the losses and the survival of the bourgeois. Looking at it from a different perspective; Businesses are still spending on the salaries and the other fixed expenses like interest on loan and mortgages; while on the other hand no income is being generated.

This situation is what we term here as double grinding – losing money on both ends.

According to the United Nations (UN), the slowdown in the

global economy caused by the coronavirus outbreak is likely to cost at least $1 trillion in 2020. The repercussion faced will last till 2022, study says.

The major Stock Exchanges in the world saw their biggest one day fall ever since its inception.

Stock Indices like FTSE, Dow Jones, S&P 500 Index, NASDAQ Composite, Nikkei 225, and BSE Sensex are all struggling to gain momentum after a major blowback from multiple directions (lockdown playing the major part). The UN has also stated that the World economy will go into recession with the likely exception of India and China. While on the one

side Bank of America says the recession is already here: ‘Jobs will be lost, wealth will be destroyed’ on the other hand job losses could go as high as 47 million, according to a Federal Reserve estimate.

The other facet to the game could come from this unemployment which might go unnoticed. These unemployed people are no more an asset to the economy and thus reduce the overall spending, causing a loss of potential business for all the small, medium and large enterprises. Although UK

lockdown could be relaxed in weeks, says top govt. adviser but keeping the 6-month long lockdown in mind, the country could lose all its year’s business with hampered revival and growth in the coming years.

Australia as a country can be put forth as a perfect example of how grave the lockdown caused by the pandemic is – Australia has never been in a state of recession for the past 28 years, even surviving the 2008 global recession but now it is struggling to keep up its economy and business alive.

Overall the lockdown has created an omnipresent impact on the business all over the world.

Time, a precious jewel is getting wasted with no value addition to the world economy.

According to the Fitch Rating Agency – the world economic activity could contract by 1.9 %( with Europe up to 4%) leaving a mere insignificant growth for the financial year 2020. The coronavirus as a pandemic has destroyed the business for all the people like a blow from a sword.

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MOT EXTENSION CONFUSION AND VEHICLE NEGLECT COULD CAUSE CHAOS FOR BUSINESSES AND THEIR DRIVERS AS LOCKDOWN IS EASED

Venson Automotive Solutions is urging fleet managers to encourage company car drivers to ensure their vehicles are road ready as the nation anticipates an easing of lockdown.

The advice from Venson follows its latest survey of UK motorists which revealed that one in five do not know when their MoT is due, and 69% are unclear about when the Government’s six-month MoT exemption came into play. The survey also found that one in four drivers has deferred a service or repair until after lockdown is lifted and as many as 28% have failed to carry out any basic vehicle health checks since 23rd March.

Alison Bell, Marketing Director at Venson Automotive Solutions comments: “Even with the current sixmonth MoT exemption in place, drivers are still responsible for keeping their vehicle in a roadworthy condition – drivers can still be prosecuted if at the wheel of an unsafe vehicle.

“Businesses also have a duty of care to ensure their employees who drive on company business are safe and should therefore be encouraging regular safety checks. By carrying out basic maintenance checks, drivers will not only help to reduce the time their vehicle is off the road but importantly, eliminate unnecessary cost for themselves and/or their employer. Additionally, a vehicle kept in a safe, driveable condition, limits their personal inconvenience if it has to be repaired and lessens the burden on roadside assistance providers.”

Encouragingly, respondents to the Venson survey have carried out some basic but important tasks; 51% have checked the tyre pressure and 49% have run the engine regularly to keep the battery charged; 42% have checked the oil level. Other maintenance that drivers have carried out include moving the car to test the brakes (41%), measuring tyre tread depth (39%) and ensuring headlights and brake lights are all fully-functioning (34%).

Alison Bell continued: “When lockdown is eased, businesses will be keen to begin to make up for lost time, so the last thing they need are drivers to

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Venson Vehicle Safety Checklist Battery care – start the engine once a week and allow it to run for about 15 minutes. This will re-charge the battery and help keep the engine in good condition.

Oil – check oil levels and for any leaks.

Check windscreen wipers and screen wash Coolant – is the level correct?

Damage – is there any damage to bodywork that might affect roadworthiness?

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Rubber – are the tyres safe, correctly inflated and legal? Do you have a working spare or alternative solution in the vehicle?

Windscreen and mirrors – do you have clear all-round vision and is the glass damage free?

be out of action due to a flat tyre, flat battery, or worse. It’s great to see that half of the respondents have checked their tyre pressure and run the engine to keep the battery charged. This is a

simple bit of maintenance which is often neglected but could save hundreds of pounds if the vehicle has to be off the road for repairs.”

“What’s more, regardless of the gov-

ernment’s extension, we recommend vehicles are booked in for MoTs well in advance of their new due date in order to help avoid bottlenecks building after lockdown. Those responsible

INDIA EXPORTS PARACETAMOL TO UK With rising tension amid coronavirus, stockpiles of several medical and pharmaceutical items are depleting, one among those is the regular paracetamol.

With leading supermarkets out on paracetamol, UK has now turned its eye towards India, the leading producer, and distributor of paracetamol.

The government has ordered over 3000000 packs of paracetamol, counting to roughly 45million paracetamol tablets from India. The Indian

government has generously approved 2,800,000 packets, tweaking its export restrictions.

The UK Prime Minster Boris Johnson himself called Mr. Modi and requested to lift the restrictions. India faced a similar situation when Donald Trump asked India to supply Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), though it was more of a threat.

India is one of the largest producers of paracetamol tablets in the world with a monthly production of 5,600 metric

tons of tablets while the domestic requirement is only about 200 metric tons.

The first shipment of the tablets has departed its hub from goa and will reach the UK borders soon. India now supplies all over the world to the countries that need it as a humanitarian gesture, considering they make full advance payments.

New Delhi has earned some crucial diplomatic goodwill here with support from countries like the USA, UK, Italy, and others.

for fleet vehicles should also ensure that service routines are maintained to avoid invalidating warranties and generating unnecessary maintenance costs for their business.”

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BOLLYWOOD LOSING ITS BUSINESS

Bollywood is the biggest film industry based in Mumbai. The industry features films with colourful and dynamic styles and moves, the industry is not only known for the bright award-winning stars but also the largest number of releases per year.

However, from the past some years, the industry has been facing fierce competition. It was expected to grow to 166.8 Billion rupees in 2023; it now stands at a mere 140 Billion rupees. The cricket betting in the country fetches far more than that. Moreover, there is a steep decline in the box office collections and footfalls this year. The situation has gotten worse with the ongoing coronavirus lockdown which resulted in the halt of all activities.

Cinemas across the country have been closed which led to a loss of worth Rs. 450 crore in this march.

There is a stiff competition between Bollywood and Hollywood.

Hollywood controls about 20% of the box office revenue, with just 80-90 releases a year.

There are some reasons behind the downfall of once cinematic giant. Firstly, Indian cinema industry enjoys a large number of audience of nearly 800M viewers, most of which belongs to diversified backgrounds. So, the Hollywood dubbed movies are greatly enjoyed by people that affect the local market. Secondly, the Bollywood is losing its business because of the unrealistic and utopian content, lacking the knowledge and failing to win the hearts of the people.

Thirdly, plagiarism i-e copying of the content is another major problem. Many Bollywood movies have copied their content from their counter Hollywood movies.

All of the above-mentioned reasons have contributed to the downfall of the Bollywood industry.

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International megastar Akshay Kumar kick-started the online concert, I For India, to raise vital funds for key service workers helping to fight the coronavirus in India.

I For India was a collaboration between Facebook and some of the entertainment industries most illustrious stars to help the country during this difficult time. Joining Akshay Kumar were colleagues from the industry such as Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif to Hrithik Roshan, while Mick Jagger, Sophie Turner and Will Smith also took part.

Streamed on Facebook for the world to see, the concert provided a shining light during one of the most darkest times by focusing on solidarity and togetherness. The

stars encouraged people to raise money to help in the fight against the coronavirus.

Akshay Kumar had already been urging fans to tune in on Sunday and called for donations ahead of the concert and he kick-started the concert off in style by reciting a powerful poem dedicated to the people of India.

Through the poem, he urged citizens not to lose hope and stay strong. With his classic smile, he called for India to stay united during this difficult time.

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, Akshay Kumar has been one of the first Indian celebrities to help in anyway possible to help those affected. This has included donating Rs 2.5 crore (£2.5 million) to Prime Minister

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Narendra Modi’s PM-CARES FUND while he also pledged Rs 3 crore to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to assist the making of personal protection equipment, masks and rapid testing kits. He also extended his gratitude and thanks to India’s key service providers, including a round of applause which he shared with his 100mn+ followers.

I FOR INDIA

This week has been a tough one for Bollywood. With the industry still currently at a standstill due to the Coronavirus outbreak, it has also seen the passing of two eminent actors, Irrfan Khan and veteran Rishi Kapoor at just 53 and 67 respectively.

International superstar Akshay Kumar has taken to twitter to pay his respect to the two actors, thanking them for the legacy they have left behind in two moving posts.

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Akshay Kumar co-starred with Irrfan Khan in the 2011 Bollywood hit Thank You a romantic comedy drama revolving around three married men and best friends at work. Akshay Kumar’s heart-warming tribute about Irrfan Khan hailed him as one of the finest ever actors. The post, read: “Such terrible news...saddened to hear about the demise of #IrrfanKhan, one of the finest actors of our time. May God give strength to his family in this difficult time.”

Akshay Kumar had also appeared alongside Rishi Kapoor in a number of successful films over the years including Housefull 2, Namastey London and Patiala House.

In his post to the actor, Akshay Kumar called Rishi Kapoor a legend and a friend as he told his fans of his sadness over his death. He posted: “It seems like we’re in the midst of a nightmare...just heard the depressing news of #RishiKapoor ji passing away, it’s heartbreaking. He was a legend, a great co-star and a good friend of the family. My thoughts and prayers with his family”

to play the role of a Schizophrenic in the upcoming drama The Pakistani Drama Industry has always tried to highlight the social and mental issues but some issues remain untouched due to the lack of representation. The recent serial Ishq Zahe Naseeb featuring Soniya Hussain and Zahid Ahmed, former with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), has grabbed the attention of the audience.

The Ishq Zahe Naseeb actor, Soniya Hussain announced that she is playing the role of Schizophrenic in another upcoming serial. The name of the serial is still not revealed. The drama is directed by Mohsin Talat while Sami Khan is playing the leading role along with Soniya Hussain. The actress explained her role in the drama. She played the role of a victim which looks normal but was suffering from a mental illness, while the people around her were unable to recognize. Moreover, the purpose of this drama is to normalize and acknowledge the mental illness in the same way as we openly acknowledge physical illness such as diabetes or cancer, she added.

According to her, we are unable to identify such people who are suffering from this because of the lack of knowledge. The drama aims to aware people. Schizophrenia is a common disease in Pakistan as every fifth person out of 100 is suffering from the disease. Schizophrenia is a mental illness due to genetic imbalances, abnormal occurring of brain chemicals due to malnutrition but it can be cured through sessions and medications.

The actor, however, feels that things have started changing positively and people started accepting these societal issues. The actor is hopeful that more work would be done in this regard.

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IRFAN KHAN

PASSED AWAY AT 53

Irrfan khan – a Veteran of nearly 80 movies – passed away on Tuesday in Kokilaben Hospital. He was the real king of Bollywood and one of the finest actors of Indian film Industry. He lacked the typical looks required for sensational roles but he got famous by his character roles in films such as Life of Pie, Slumdog Millionaire and Jurassic World.

He was profoundly contemplative and philosophical in nature. He often talked about his religion and his job.

The legendary actor was born on 7 January 1967. He belongs to the Rajasthan Village of Tonk. His father was a wealthy businessman while he had a royal bloodline from his mother’s side. He changed his name from Irfan to Irrfan just because he thought that it sounds better. He also dropped “Sahabzada” as it highlighted his family’s royal past.

Irrfan was a strong man, somebody who battled disease till the end. He continued to inspire everybody around him. In the wake of having been struck by lightning in 2018 with the news of a rare cancer, he took life not long after as it came and he faced and fought the numerous battles that came with. He had been

combating health issues for the past few years. He was getting treatment in London. He came back to India to complete his pending shootings.

He was recently seen in “Angrezi Medium”, which ran in theatre a few days before the cinemas in India were closed down because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

He’s known for his versatile acting, showing up in few vital flicks, for example, The Lunchbox, Haider, Piku,Blackmail, Hindi Medium.

He was likewise part of some Hollywood hits such as the Life of Pie, Inferno, Slumdog Millionaire, Jurassic World, The Amazing Spider-man and so on.

The Actor was 53. He is survived by his wife Sutapa Sikdar and two sons Babil and Ayan.

RISHI KAPOOR BOLLYWOOD’S CHOCOLATE BOY DIES AT 67

The Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, who was known as the Chocolate boy, died of leukaemia at the age of 67. The news of his death was confirmed by his family representative. The doctor and Medical staff tried their best and kept them entertained to the last, according to a family statement. The actor breathed his last at HN Reliance Hospital in Mumbai on April 30. The Actor was diagnosed with cancer in 2018. He was getting treatment for a year in the US. He came back to India in last September. He belongs to the Kapoor family. His father and Grandfather were the pioneers and heroes of Bollywood. He started his career in acting as a teenager with his first film, Mera Naam Joker. He played the role

of child artist for which he received the National Film Award. He worked in more than 90 films and he mostly played leading roles.

He married Nitu Singh, who was her costar in several projects. Their child, Ranbir Kapoor, is presently a top Bollywood actor.

Kapoor family basically belongs to the city of Peshawar in Pakistan. The family relocated to India in 1947 after the partition. The Actor visited the birthplace of his father and grandfather called Kapoor Haveli in Peshawar in 1990.

The news of his death came a day after the passing of Bollywood on-screen character Irrfan Khan. After the announcement of his death, the family of Rishi Kapoor requested his fans to remember him with a smile and not with tears. The also pleaded to his fans and followers to follow the restrictions and SOP’s of lockdown.

Also, people are paying tributes to him. His fellow Bollywood actors and politicians took to twitter and sympathize with his family. Amitabh Bachchan who worked in several hit projects with Kapoor tweeted: “ He’s GONE...! Rishi Kapoor.. gone.. just died...

I’m destroyed!” PM Narendra Modi portrayed him as “ multidimensional,charming and a powerhouse of ability”

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Asian Wedding Section Welcome to the renewed version of the AsianWorld wedding directory – inclusive in your monthly copy of our newspaper. This section will include a handful of all your favourite and well established brands, as well as some new and upcoming featured businesses. Either way, we aim to make planning your perfect wedding so

much easier! The lay-out and design of the next few pages is set to put you at ease – either side of the bridal party will find it simple to dip into our list of useful clientele, services and products, and tick off all their wedding needs!

On average, the Asian wedding costs a huge sum of £50,000 upwards, which is more than

twice the price of a traditional British ceremony.

Whether it be a Sikh, Muslim or Hindu marriage, Asians are known to invite all of their friends and members of their extended family from near and far. With an invitation list that normally exceeds 100 guests, hosts are eager to please. Hence, the average Asian couple will spend around one fifth

of their entire lives’ earnings on this single most prestigious event!

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COVID-19 MENTAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED DATA SHOWS OVER 4 IN 5 ADULTS ARE WORRIED ABOUT THE EFFECT THAT CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) IS HAVING ON THEIR LIFE RIGHT NOW

Public Health England’s Every Mind Matters website includes new NHS expert tips and advice on looking after mental wellbeing and supporting your family and loved ones during this time Public Health England’s Every Mind Matters platform has launched new advice, focussed on looking after people’s mental wellbeing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. It has been updated after new data shows over 4 in 5 (85.2%) people are worried about the effect that coronavirus is having on their life, with over half (53.1%) saying it was affecting their wellbeing and nearly half (46.9%) reporting high levels of anxiety.

A range of new resources from Every Mind Matters, designed specifically to help manage our mental wellbeing during coronavirus, includes a tailored COVID-19 Mind Plan, COVID-19 specific content for individuals and their loved ones, and support for specific mental wellbeing issues such as anxiety, stress, low mood and trouble sleeping. The website signposts people to activities such as mindful breathing exercises, help managing

NHS’s Top 5 Tips for maintaining mental wellbeing during the Coronavirus outbreak 1. Talk about your worries: it is normal to feel worried, scared or helpless about the current situation. Maintain contact with friends and family via phone and video calls to share how you are feeling.

2. Keep a regular routine and set goals: you may need to set a new routine for now. Try writing a plan for your day with the things you can still do at home, like watching a film, reading a book or completing a puzzle. Setting goals and achieving them gives a sense of control and purpose. Maintaining good-quality sleep makes a big difference to how you feel mentally and physically too, so it’s important to get enough (the Every Mind Matters sleep page provides practical advice on how to improve your sleep).

3. Manage your media and information intake: if 24-hour news and constant social media updates are making you worried, try to limit the time you spend watching, reading, or listening to coverage of the outbreak to once or twice a day.

4. Do things you enjoy and try something new: focussing on your favourite hobby, learning something new, or simply taking time to relax indoors should give you some relief from anxious thoughts and feelings and can help boost your mood. Look online for lots of free tutorials and courses.

5. Look after your body: our physical health has a big impact on how we feel. At times like these it can be easy to fall into unhealthy patterns of behaviour that end up making you feel worse. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, drink enough water and exercise regularly. You can leave your house, alone or with members of your household, for one form of exercise a day – like a walk, run or bike ride. But make you keep a safe 2-metre distance from others. unhelpful thoughts, and muscle relaxation. To help get this vital message out there, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are supporting Every Mind Matters and have narrated a new short film which is being broadcast across national TV channels.

The film portrays a range of people whose lives have been affected by COVID19 and aims to reassure people that support is available and encourages everyone to take care of their mental wellbeing at this difficult time.

Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock said: “We have asked people to make unprecedented changes to their day-to-day lives as part of our national effort to respond to this global pandemic. Staying at home and not seeing friends and loved ones can take its toll and it is completely understandable to feel overwhelmed or anxious.

“It’s vital that we all look after our mental health in these challenging times, so today we are launching new guidance on the NHS Every Mind Matters website which is tailored to help people deal with this outbreak through practical tips and advice.

“Whether it’s through exercise, keeping to a routine, or trying something new – there is so much we can do to keep our minds healthy and prevent issues becoming more serious and I’d encourage everyone to take advantage of this brilliant resource.”

Nadiya Hussain, Great British Bake off star and chef said: “Anxiety can be completely deafening, and right now those suffering with anxiety might be feeling it worse than ever.

For me, reaching out to people, talking to my loved ones, helps manage it. You are not alone, a lot of people will also be feeling anxious and scared, and speaking about it with someone you trust will help challenge that anxiety and calm your fears.

It’s so important to recognise if you’re struggling with your mental health, and seek out the support you need - and know that it’s OK.”

For more information, search ‘Every Mind Matters’ or visit https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/ every-mind-matters/ to create your personalised Mind Plan.

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TECHNOLOGY TRACKER UNVEILS THE TOP TEN REGIONS WHERE CARS WERE MOST STOLEN AND RECOVERED IN 2019 Analysis of theft data recorded by the stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) expert, Tracker, reveals that London continues to top the list of regions where cars are most stolen and recovered.

Neighbouring county Essex jumped back up to the number two hot spot, as Essex police constantly discover new ‘chopshops’ where stolen vehicles are stripped down and expensive parts sold on.

Comparing the Tracker 2019 data with recently published UK Police Force data[1], West Midlands – which secures third place in the Tracker 2019 league table – saw a 45% increase in vehicle theft across the UK between 2016-19. Hertfordshire and Surrey, which feature seventh and eight places in the Tracker stolen and recovered table, reported a 50% and 44% theft increase respectively, by the UK’s police.

“It is clear from both sets of data that thieves have stepped up activity in some regions over recent years,” confirms Clive Wain, Head of Police Liaison at Tracker. “During this period of lockdown, it is even more im-

portant that car owners remain vigilant and do what they can to keep their car safe.”

Hot spot regions identified by Tracker include Essex, Kent, Surrey and Hertfordshire in the south east of England, where BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover were favoured in equal measure by thieves. West and South Yorkshire, Manchester and Merseyside represent the north of England’s criminal hotspots; Merseyside reappears in the league table having dropped out in 2018. The Range Rover Vogue is the most favoured car in Manchester, compared to the BMW X5 being the most stolen and recovered vehicle in neighbouring West Yorkshire.

Clive Wain, continues, “Our analysis highlights some interesting manufacturer preferences by region, as 4x4s continuing to dominate our top 10 most desirable makes and models that thieves are stealing. However, whilst it is common for car thieves to target premium marques, we should not underestimate the appetite for lower value cars.”

There has also been an upward trend in keyless car thefts. A massive 92% of the cars Tracker recovered last year were taken without using the keys.

This represents a worrying increase of 26% compared with four years ago when the figure stood at 66%.

“To help prevent car owners falling victim to keyless car

theft, traditional visual deterrents, such as crook locks and wheel clamps can help deter thieves and are a good investment to make. How-

ever, those motorists that have invested in SVR technology are very clearly benefiting from the protection,” concludes Clive Wain.

Tracker: Top 10 Regions of stolen and recovered vehicles in 2019 1. London

6. South Yorkshire

2. Essex

7. Herefordshire

3. West Midlands

8. Surrey

4. Manchester

9. Kent

5. West Yorkshire

10. Merseyside

UK Police Forces: Top Five rises in vehicle theft across the UK between 2016-19 1. Nottinghamshire 2. Staffordshire 3. Hertfordshire 4. West Midlands 5. Surrey

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Man of Science added to Ruet-e-Hilal Committee For the first time in Pakistan’s history, a member from the Ministry of Science and Technology has been added to the National Body tasked with moon-sighting.

Previously, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, which includes religious scholars only, took a decision regarding moon-sighting. But recently, Joint Secretary Ministry of Science and Technology, Dr. Tariq Masood has been appointed as member of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee under the orders issued by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.

It is important to mention that the methods of moon-sighting were also being debated between the committee and the Science Ministry. The committee insists on “Shahdats” while the authority demands scientific evidence.

Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry took to Twitter after the announcement and termed the decision “a step in the right direction”.

Previously, Efforts have been made by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government to bring all the stakeholders on the same page and to decide unanimously on the moon-sighting. Fawad Chaudhry, in a press briefing, urged the Ulemas and other members to give them a chance to explain how it works there is nothing wrong in using modern methods. “It is a national issue.

The council of Islamic Ideology must play its role to resolve the disputes”, He said.

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Arabic and Labanese recipes usually develop their basic taste with salt, black pepper and lemon.

Turkish cuisine is considered one of the world’s best cuisines with spices, seasoning and sauces. From the home cooked meals to the religious festivals to the restaurants food to street foods, people enjoy each and every dish of Turkey. Turkish cuisine has its own unique flavors which they have received from their ancestors. From this country I have had an opportunity to interview a young and eminent celebrity chef who is very popular in Turkey. Chef Ekin Eylem Ulaş ( Instagram A/c :- ekineylemulas ) is an executive chef at Istanbul Airport. His career as a chef started at a very young age. From a butcher apprentice he grew to become a chef.

He participated in MasterChef Türkiye 2019 and held the 4th position.

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INTERVIEW: Q.) How did starting so young benefit you?

Chef Ekin :- Started at young age benefitted me with lots of experience and sharpening my cooking skills and because of this now you can see me as a successful Executive chef at the famous Airport of Turkey.

Q.) What made you to choose the profession of a chef?

Chef Ekin :- Actually my father said that I should choose the profession of Chef as I am more interested in cooking and always am in search of knowledge related to cooking / food. He had a vision which I made a goal of my life and successfully achieved it.

Q.) How would you describe your personal cooking style?

Chef Ekin :- My personal cooking style is based on all departments in the kitchen. I got the talent to prepare all type of food eg. main course, cold preparation, desserts etc.

Q.) Share your experience of MasterChef Türkiye 2019.

Chef Ekin :- It was a great experi-

Says Chef Ekin Eylem Ulaş By : Rida Khan ( Aviation Author ) ence, though was too difficult to compete against time, with other chefs but I enjoyed it a lot. I learned many new things from this competition and got 4th position in it.

Q.) What is Turkish cuisine all about?

Chef Ekin :- Turkish cuisine is all about wide spread of food. From Breakfast to Dinner you will get variety of different dishes on your table to consume.

You can’tsay no to any Turkish food that I can ensure you.

( Instagram A/c:- aviationauthor.ridakhan ) Q.) Turkish cuisine is so famous among travellers. Why so ?

Chef Ekin :- The reason is cooking method, spices used in our food. Our breakfast is very popular in the world and when anyone visits our country they highly appreciate our food, especially the breakfast . Moving forward you will get sweet Turkish delight in huge varieties with kebabs & Döner and street foods are the most liked by the travellers.

Q.) How do you feel being an executive chef at Istanbul Airport ?

Chef Ekin :- It’s indeed a proud feeling for me because Istanbul Airport is one the biggest airport of the world and it’s an honour to cook food for Board of Directors, Executive Board and CEO of IGA.

Q.) You had made inflight food also.

What difference did you find in normal cooking and cooking for an inflight food ?

Chef Ekin :- One of the most important difference between normal cooking and cooking for an Inflight food is to maintain the flavors in food according to the flight temperature. There are 5 senses of tastes (i.e) salty,sweet,sour, bitter and umami. Above 30,000 ft. all flavors are suppressed except umami.

Umami flavour can be experienced even when one is above 30,000 ft.

That’s why we have to cook food choosing the right ingredients which taste good in the sky.

Q.) Do you have any “favourite dish” which you enjoy cooking?

Chef Ekin :- I love to cook everything, but mostly I like to prepare desserts.

Q.) According to you which is the best Turkish street food to consume in Turkey .

Chef Ekin :- Kokoreç .

Q.) What is your favourite Turkish food ?

Chef Ekin :- My favourite Turkish food is Iskender Kebab.

Thank you Chef Ekin for taking out time from your busy schedule and sharing your views and giving me your Interview, I wish you all the very best for your career.

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The impact of corona virus (COVID-19) on aviation industry started in January 2020, slowly by slowly this rate increased which made industry at a still. You can say that only 1% of aircrafts are flying in the sky. World travel and tourism council warned that COVID-19 lead to a massive loss of 50 million jobs in travel and tourism industry.

CAPA (Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation) chairman said, “Most of the airlines in the world are going to fold if they have no income for 3 or 4 months because airlines are from a financial structure which heavily depends on cash flow.” From 7thJanuary 2020 many flights are restricted and major airports are closed down and international air travel are banned. The passenger flights turned into cargo flights to take the essential things to different countries. Airlines like Qatar Airways, American Airlines, and Cathay Pacific normally carrying passengers are doing scheduled cargo services.

Many airlines grounded their planes on their airports or nearby airports like Emirates fleets grounded at Dubai airports, British Airways aircraft lined up at Bournemouth airport, at Tulsa airport in Oklahoma American airlines stored their many aircrafts , Boeing had shut down their factories in Seattle area for 14 days , Air Canada & WestJet stored many of their aircrafts at Toronto Pearson airport etc.

International Air Transport Association said, “Airlines worldwide could lose $252 billion in revenue this year from corona virus pandemic threatening the survival of industry.”

IATA said, “Since COVID-19 crisis began, air cargo has been a vital partner in delivering much needed medicines , medical equipment’s ( including spare parts / repair components ) and in keeping global supply

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extensive clean daily at nights.

In normal conditions this deep cleaning is taken only once in month because it requires 7 hours to clean. But in this corona virus pandemic airlines are taking this clean-up for prevention. Pilots and Flight attendants are taking extra preventive steps. Airports are on a regular basis implementing additional hygienic measures for safety.

Many passengers are cancelling their booking, internet travel agencies are declining, people are using teleconferencing instead of traveling. It is expected that there will be a global revenue loss in 2020 for the passenger business between $63 billion - $113 billion. If this decline continues then many airlines will have to face the threat of bankruptcy. This corona virus outbreak is the hardest hit to aviation industry till now. Experts have warned if the corona virus pandemic lasts for another 2 or 3 months then many airlines will collapse and once this outbreak is over it could take years for the aviation industry to recover.

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chains functioning for the most time sensitive materials. This has been done through dedicated cargo freighter operations, utilization of cargo capacity in passenger aircraft and relief flights to affected areas.” IATA analysis shows that airlines may burn $61 billion of their cash reserves during the 2nd quarter ending 30th June 2020 while posting quar-

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terly net loss of $39 billion.

The aircraft which are still flying are taking preventive measures and given extra hygienic supplies like gloves, foaming hand soap and alcohol based hand sanitizer etc. Most airplanes are using HEPA ( High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter for the cabin which remove up to 99% of airborne particles. Between aircrafts are quickly cleaned up and some airplanes are going on with

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BENTLEY MOTORS CONFIRMS ALL RETAILERS IN CHINA NOW OPEN AS FIRST DELIVERIES OF ALL-NEW FLYING SPUR START Bentley Motors has announced that its 40-strong retail network in China is now fully open, as the country gradually returns to work following the COVID-19 outbreak. Simultaneously, the luxury British marque is starting customer deliveries of the all-new Flying Spur, its luxury Grand Touring sedan, in the country.

As in all affected markets around the world, Bentley has been collaborating closely with its local partners, following rigid guidelines and procedures put in place in line with local regulations to move forward in a safe and effective manner. Behind the scenes, all parties have been working together to prepare for the moment when conditions allow the resumption of activities.

New measures include extended opening hours to reduce showroom traffic, increased cleaning and protective equipment in place, and digital presentations where possible.

Kim Airey, Managing Director of Bentley Motors Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Macao, said: “During this difficult time, a series of practices were in place to protect the well-being of our stakeholders and safeguard services for our customers. We have been paying close attention to developments surrounding the outbreak and are now pleased to be able to reopen our showrooms, with robust safety measures put in place, and allow customers back in to experience the extraordinary Bentley line-up.”

Throughout the pandemic, Bentley’s Chinese retailers have made adjustments to daily operations and implemented pro-

tection measures to limit transmission in order to ensure customer safety while still providing them convenient services.

Retailers have also implemented a flexible, online-sales approach to minimise impact during this period. Moreover, Bentley retailers have adopted a number of social-distancing methods to prevent spread of the virus while simultaneously enhancing the quality services.

tended wheelbase, while the interior is unmistakably Bentley. Stylish design lines flow through the cabin, while three-dimensional diamond quilted leather doors inserts are a world first and new-design fluted leather seats feature diamond quilting for the Mulliner Driving Specification. In the rear, a state-ofthe-art detachable Touch Screen Remote Control can be used to operate all major functions.

State-of-the-art driver assistance technologies include a Night Vision infra-red camera,

All-new Flying Spur – Ultimate Luxury Grand Touring Sedan The all-new Flying Spur sets a new benchmark for modern luxury Grand Touring, and represents the perfect fusion of performance-orientated agility and exclusive, four-door, limousinestyle comfort.

Emphasising the breadth of choice available to customers, 127 unique exterior paint and interior colour split combinations have been selected so far. In addition, adorning the Flying Spur for the very first time, the electronically-deployed, hood-mounted Flying B mascot is proving China’s most popular option with more than 50 per cent of customers choosing this iconic symbol.

The more purposeful and athletic stance of the Flying Spur benefits from an ex-

Traffic Assist, Blind Sport Warning and a Head-Up Display, while the new model’s Advanced Connectivity services allow drivers to be more connected than ever before.

For the first time ever in a Bentley, the all-new Flying Spur features Electronic All-Wheel Steering, coupled with Active All-Wheel Drive and Bentley Dynamic Ride, all merging to deliver phenomenal handling and ride. Power comes from an enhanced version of Bentley’s 6.0-litre, twin-turbocharged W12.

First customer deliveries took place across Europe and the UK in the first quarter of 2020, with deliveries scheduled to begin in Eastern Markets, North America and the rest of Asia later this year.

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ROLLS-ROYCE CHALLENGES YOUNG MINDS TO DESIGN THEIR OWN LUXURY CAR Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is a brand that encourages the pursuit of dreams, and now a new generation of aspiring designers are being encouraged to bring their automotive dreams to life through a special ‘Young Designer Competition’. Launched to provide parents and children with a welcome distraction during the worldwide coronavirus outbreak, Rolls-Royce is calling on aspiring designers up to the age of 16 to design their dream Rolls-Royce of the future. The competition enables designers of the future to let their imaginations and creativity run free, even while they remain bound to their homes.

Rolls-Royce designs and builds the world’s most extraordinary cars, each a unique expression of the owner’s personality, imagination and creativity. From paint to embroidery, Starlight Headliner to art and design installations, anything is possible. Aspiring designers entering the challenge can now draw on their own creativity and desires to imagine the design of their very own super-luxury car.

The new competition is an extension of that which is run each year at the RollsRoyce employees’ Family Day Celebration, held at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, England. This eagerly anticipated activity delights creative young minds, as well as proud parents and grandparents. Rolls-Royce is opening up the competition to a worldwide audience to: stimulate design talent; inspire greatness; and provide a welcome distraction from self-isolation and social-distancing measures being adopted

by many countries around the globe.

The marque’s Design team will judge all entries and select an overall winner, who will receive a rendered illustration of their design – a true once-in-alifetime, money-can’t-buy prize – as well as a chauffeur-driven journey in a Rolls-Royce Phantom for their first day back to school, with their best friend.

Runners-up will receive a hand-signed certificate from Torsten Müller-Ötvös, the Chief Executive Officer of RollsRoyce Motor Cars.

Two additional prizes will be awarded to one lucky UK entrant: Travel to school in style in a chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce once the UK’s own Coronavirus countermeasures draw to an end, and a new Greenpower electric car kit will be donated to the recipients’ school, thereby enabling participation in the Greenpower Challenge – the UK’s number-one motorsport competition for schools across Britain.

Young designers can share their innovative designs for a future Rolls-Royce at: rolls-royceyoungdesignercompetition.com

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Edgbaston Stadium to become food sorting and distribution centre for Thrive Together Birmingham

Exhibition Hall and it will work with volunteers to sort, repackage and distribute the items to organisations which are supporting those in need.

No food donations can be made on-site at Edgbaston, with the nearby St. Mary and Saint Ambrose Church, on Raglan Road, acting as a collection centre between 11am and 3.30pm every Friday.

Ravi Masih, Head of Community Engagement at Warwickshire CCC and Lead of the Edgbaston Foundation, said: “Since we moved into the forced

stadium closure, Club staff have been committed to doing all that we can to make a difference in our local community by providing free use of our stadium and grounds, fundraising for important causes, and through volunteering.

“We’re thrilled that we can build on our community response during this period by working with such a fantastic charity, in Thrive Together Birmingham, to support those in need.”

Fred Rattley CEO of Thrive Together Birmingham, said: ‘‘We are delighted that the Edgbaston Foundation have

partnered with Thrive Together Birmingham to collect much needed food to help the Brum Together coalition of organisations providing emergency food to people who are most impacted

by COVID-19.”

As a further part of Warwickshire CCC’s community response, its staff have committed to raising funds for Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham Charity and the NSPCC’s Childline service in Birmingham through the 2.6 Challenge.

More than 30 staff are taking part in

the challenge and have collectively pledged to cover Warwickshire’s founding year of 1882, in kilometres, before the end of May. Visit https:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/ Bears4 to support the team and donate.

Further fundraising is also being cooriginated through sales of a charity t-shirt, which features and adapted version of Warwickshire’s iconic Bear & Ragged Staff logo that has been designed by First Team Coach Jim Troughton.

Players will be ready to comply with the decision of PCB over salary cuts, says Imam.

The left-handed opening batsman going situation and so he gathImam ul Haq has said that the ered all the gym equipment at home and centrally contracted is taking player will regard care of the Pakistani Cricket In these fitness Board’s decision of difficult times, his cutting the player’s during the everyone is lockdown. salaries while he was Furtheraddressing the meplaying its more, he dia. part to help applauded the When inquired as to people and whether he will be idea of con available to playso is PCB. We ducting an online fitness test because ing cricket behind will accept it would not let the closed doors, He rewhatever PCB players get complied that the safety placent regarding of players and fans decides on is of central importheir fitness. It is the matter of extremely good to tance so even if they pay cuts see a healthy comare asked to play petition among the behind closed doors, Imam ul Haq openers and rethey will be traveling garded as a good which will put their safety and security at risk. sign for Pakistani cricket, He reMoreover, he said that he had sponded when asked to comment sensed early the gravity of the on- on Pakistan’s opening resources.

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Warwickshire County Cricket Club’s official charity, the Edgbaston Foundation, has struck a partnership with local charity Thrive Together Birmingham to utilise Edgbaston Stadium as a food sorting and distribution centre that will support local foodbanks and community groups.

With the car park at Edgbaston Stadium already donated to the Department of Health and Social Care to be a COVID-19 drive-through test centre, Thrive Together Birmingham will store nonperishable food within Edgbaston’s

While comparing the two mentors (Mickey Arthur and Misbah-ulHaq) he has worked with, he stated: “Each mentor has different nature. Mickey was a bit hyper while, Misbah, then again, is extremely quiet and loaded with persistence.

But I have enjoyed working with both of them.

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