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Proud moment for Okhla! Aqdas documentary on Muzaffar Hanafi wins prestigious award Young filmmaker Aqdas Sami has ascended to acclaim by winning the Raj Kapoor Festival Mention Award and “3rd Best Documentary – India” Award at the Global Independent Film Festival of India (GIFFI) for his documentary “Muzaffar ke Naam”. His documentary has also got selected in Indian International Short Film Festival Awards (ISFFA) and the Madras Independent Film Festival (MIFF). https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1731613632281162134 “I’m thrilled to receive the Raj Kapoor Festival Mention Award and the 3rd Best Documentary Award at the Global Independent Film Festival. The Raj Kapoor Award is a…

Labourers who played an instrumental role in making the Uttarkashi Tunnel operation successful are at the centre of attraction in Delhi. Politicians are lining up at their houses to meet them. From BJP leaders to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal all have praised their work. “In this selfish world, nobody thinks about anyone else, but these ‘Shramveers’ worked day and night without caring for their lives and saved 41 lives. It’s matter of pride for us that all these people live in Delhi and have been working for DJB for years,” said Kejriwal after meeting them at his residence on…

Atif Rasheed seeks relief for kin of Jaitpur wall collapse victims Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Minority Morcha met with the relatives of the deceased and injured children following the collapse of a wall of illegally constructed building in the Jaitpur Khadda Colony today. The incident took place five days ago. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1729918372240842845 Atif Rasheed, sought action against the responsible police officers and municipal officials. On November 24, a meeting was held with senior police official regarding the incident where two innocent children lost their lives and a girl was permanently disabled during construction work in the basement of…

Jamia officiating VC Husain releases book authored by university student At a ceremony held at the Administrative Committee Building today, Professor Iqbal Hussain, the officiating Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia, unveiled a book written by one university student. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1729564277030129941 The release of the book (Qurbani ki Haqeeqat aik tajziyati Mutalaa) penned by Jamia student Shah Khalid Misbahi, got positive reviews from the small gathering in the hall. Impressed by the insights within its pages, students hailed the book as a commendable contribution to literary discourse on the most talked-about issue. On this occasion, Abdul Bari Barkati took the stage,…

It’s wedding season, and numerous couples are exchanging vows. In Delhi, a staggering 40,000 individuals entered marital bliss on a single day last Wednesday. Amid the celebratory atmosphere, a peculiar incident came to light: A wedding procession consisting of 12 vehicles from Okhla was slapped with a fine of Rs 3.96 lakh for flouting traffic regulations. Tweeting about the incident, one Okhla-based journalist Shafaque Alam posted this on X: “Noida: A baraat going from Jamia Nagar in Delhi to Greater Noida West was creating ruckus and violating traffic norms on the way on Sunday night. Police seized five SUVs and…

In a display of intellectual prowess, the students of Sir Syed Mission School in Shaheen Bagh, Okhla, have once again illuminated the academic landscape by achieving remarkable success in the General Knowledge Olympiad. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1729057334130077890 The achievement of Ayesha Kaleem, who got awe-inspiring international rank 1, has warmed hearts of her school and family members. Her performance has earned her the prestigious International Gold Medal, a testament to her exceptional knowledge and dedication. Tooba Aslam has etched her name in the annals of excellence, being entitled to the coveted Medal of Distinction and a substantial cash prize of Rs 2,500. Her…

Media scholars dig into social media ecosystem in education The 7th National Media Conclave hosted by the Institute of Media Studies (IMS) in collaboration with KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar, unfolded with intellectual fervour as Professor Farhat Basir Khan, a media scholar from the Centre for Media and Mass Communication Studies, Jamia Hamdard University, emphasised leveraging digital technology for societal welfare and strengthening democracy. Inaugurated by Governor of Chhattisgarh Biswabhusan Harichandan, Higher Education Minister of Odisha, Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak, praised the inclusive nature of Odisha’s media landscape. Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting Dr L Murugan, highlighted the crucial link…

SPI extends support to INDIA alliance Today Socialist Party (India) organised a meeting at Rajendra Bhawan, New Delhi to extend support to INDIA alliance for the country’s next General Elections in 2024. The theme of the meeting was ‘Save Constitution, Save Democracy,’ ‘Save Secularism, Defeat Communal Alliance,’ and ‘Support INDIA Alliance.’ Among the people who spoke at this meeting were senior Congres Party leader Deepak Babaria, Delhi Congress Party President Arvinder Singh Lovely, Congress leader Mohammad Hidayatullah, former independent MP Mohammad Adeeb, two times former MLA from Madhya Pradesh Dr. Sunilam, Swaraj India leader Ajit Jha, Internationalist Democratic Party leader…

Dazzling showcase of exceptional talents in Okhla The spectacular Talent Hunt 2023, organised by Dr Tanveer Chaudhary at RWA Abul Fazal Enclave, Part-1, provided youngsters and children an opportunity to showcase their talent. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1728781661163122804 Talent Hunt 2023 distinguished itself as a one-of-a-kind affair in the locality, captivating the participation of over 50 children who engaged in activities such as the spirited run for health, the delightful duck walk and frog jump events, and the engaging fun game, said Chaudhary. In essence, Talent Hunt 2023 has become a magnet for talent, symbolising a convergence of passion, skill, and community support. It…

Politics heats up in Okhla after Waseem rejoins Congress The contest for leadership within the Okhla Congress heats up as seasoned politician Mohd Waseem Saifi renews his ties with the old grand party. https://twitter.com/theokhlatimes/status/1728769849692676322 The Congress party office in New Delhi hosted an event where Waseem officially rejoined the party, according to his son. Having previously departed from the Congress to join the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and later the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Waseem has come full circle by returning to his original political home. In recognition of his experience and contributions, Waseem has been appointed Vice Chairman of…