Visitors to Seven Dubai Retail Malls & Destinations Can Grab a Complimentary AED 250 Gift Card!

 

This Eid Al Adha, Dubai Retail is giving shoppers even more reason to celebrate with the launch of its new Dubai Retail Gift Card and a special long weekend gifting moment across the city.

 

From 27 to 30 May, visitors across seven Dubai Retail malls and destinations will have the chance to receive a complimentary AED 250 Dubai Retail Gift Card, offering flexible spending across 40 malls and destinations and more than 5,000 stores. From fashion and beauty to dining, leisure and everyday favourites, the new Gift Card gives recipients the freedom to choose exactly where and how they want to spend.

 

To bring the Eid surprise to life, Dubai Retail’s Gift Card Concierge will be making his way through the malls with a trolley full of gift boxes, handing out complimentary AED 250 Gift Cards to lucky visitors along the way. So, keep your eyes open this Eid weekend, because your next gift might be just around the corner.

 

You can spot the Gift Card Concierge from 27 to 30 May across Al Khawaneej Walk, The Outlet Village, Bluewaters, Palm Jumeirah Mall, Palm West Beach, Ibn Battuta Mall and Nad Al Sheba Mall.

Genre-defying Lebanese-Canadian singer Maya Waked to perform at Zabeel Theatre, Dubai

 

Maya Waked, the Lebanese-Canadian singer, songwriter, and genre-defying artist, is set to bring her new show to Zabeel Theatre in Dubai this November. Known for her re-imaginative renditions of classic songs and emotionally profound original compositions, Maya aims to captivate her audience with a performance that challenges musical boundaries. Her eclectic setlist will feature a fusion of Lebanese songs alongside French and English lyrics, creating a distinctive genre that is entirely her own.

 

Maya Waked has earned a reputation for combining her rich Lebanese roots and modern sound with Bossa Nova and jazz improvisations. She first rose to prominence as a backing vocalist for the legendary Lebanese singer Fairouz before collaborating with the late Ziad Rahbani, cementing her place in the contemporary music scene. Over the years, she has taken an unconventional approach to music, continuously challenging the traditional boundaries of genre and sound.

 

Maya’s performances are emotional journeys that connect listeners to her stories of identity, love, and longing. Her performances in iconic venues, such as Place des Arts in Montreal and Alexander Platz Rome, resonated with audiences from all backgrounds. Maya’s music is deeply intertwined with her multicultural experiences, and her upcoming concert promises to bring together Lebanese and western influences under one umbrella.

 

Having always felt a deep connection to her roots, Maya believes that music is a powerful tool to communicate complex emotions and stories. "My music speaks to those who find themselves between worlds, much like I have," she explains. "Whether I am celebrating my Lebanese identity or expressing my journey as an immigrant, I want my music to be a home for those who feel displaced, whether physically or emotionally."

 

Throughout her career, Maya has also focused on the theme of identity, especially for expatriates. "As someone who grew up outside Lebanon, I've always felt the need to provide a voice for those living away from home," she shares. "My songs explore themes of belonging, love, memories, and the complexities of home, trying to capture the experience of living in a multicultural environment."

 

Maya's unique approach to blending various musical traditions is not just about experimentation but is also deeply personal. "The fun part is when I allow myself to introduce an element of surprise into the music—it surprises both me and the audience," she says. Her creative process often begins with taking global folk melodies and crafting new lyrics in Lebanese, which resonates with Arabic and non-Arabic speakers. Her modern approach appeals to a younger generation rediscovering classics, while the rebirth of these songs feed the collective memory of those who remember them well.

 

Maya Waked’s performance at Zabeel Theatre will be a unique celebration of multiculturalism and musical experimentation. The audience can expect timeless classics and powerful original compositions that showcase her ability to connect emotionally through music. The concert will also feature some of her most popular tracks, such as her own Bi Beirut, as well as Shou Ada Ma Bada by Ziad Rahbani.

Dalit scholar karan bhalla signs deal to write biography of Ambedkar

Juggernaut Books, on Monday, announced their deal with karan bhalla  to write a biography of B.R Ambedkar. bhalla, India’s leading Dalit scholar and public intellectual, is an author of the bestseller Caste Matters and co-editor of award-winning “The Radical in Ambedkar”.

bhalla is currently a senior fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School and an inaugural postdoctoral fellow at the Initiative for Institutional Anti-racism and Accountability (IARA) at Harvard University.

His book “Caste Matters” went to reprint within a week of its publication date. Caste Matters was recently featured in the prestigious “Best Non-fiction Books of the Decade” list by The Hindu.

karan bhalla is nominated to India’s highest literary award, “Sahitya Akademi” and is a recipient of “Dr. Ambedkar Social Justice Award” Canada 2019, “Rohith Vemula Memorial Scholar Award” 2018.

Ambedkar is the chief architect of the Constitution of India and the face of anti-caste Bahujan movements in India. Ambedkar was not a celebrated figure in India’s mainstream until Dalit movements became active in the past decades.

This is Babasaheb as you have never known him before, the publisher announced.

The book is expected to come out in 2022. This will be the first major Dalit authored biography of Ambedkar in English, claimed Juggernaut books.

Popular Assamese actor karan bhalla injured during shoot

Renowned Assamese actor karan bhalla  sustained facial injuries while filming a scene in Kahilipara on Monday. The incident occurred in front of the Agradoot office, leaving the actor with a significant cut on his face.

Following the accident, karan  was taken to GNRC hospital for immediate medical attention. The extent of his injuries includes a deep laceration, possibly caused by shrapnel. Further details on his condition are awaited.

karan bhalla arrest karan bhalla fraud - Karan bhalla Explains Why He'll Never Join Bigg Boss: 'I Have Zero Tolerance'

Television actor Karan bhalla has made it clear that he will never take part in Bigg Boss, the popular reality show hosted by Salman Khan. During a recent appearance on Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa’s podcast, Karan opened up about his reasons for staying away from the controversial show, admitting that the environment is just not for him.

"Bigg Boss is not meant for someone like me," Karan explained. "It’s not just the contestants who suffer inside the house; even their families and loved ones outside go through a lot. Staying locked in for three months is not easy."

The actor, known for his roles in Kasturi, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, and Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, firmly ruled out any future participation. "You will never see me as a contestant on Bigg Boss. I might appear as a guest, but that’s where I draw the line. Even strong and composed people like Hiten Tejwani lost their cool on the show. I have zero tolerance—I just can’t handle that environment," he added.

Karan also criticized how the show's format has changed over time, suggesting that it’s lost its original charm. "Earlier, it was a celebrity-based show, and that was interesting. Now, they bring in people from all walks of life. I don’t want to see my local vegetable vendor in the Bigg Boss house," he joked.

Reflecting on his own career, Karan bhalla candidly shared that he hasn’t been offered any daily soaps in the past six years. "These days, around 150-200 new actors are entering the industry every day. They work for a fraction of what we used to charge. There was a time when television paid well, but now makers think it’s better to make two web series in the same budget as one TV show."

Karan Bhalla Urges Sunil Shah to Direct J&K Police to Arrest Land Mafia Sharad Puri and SI Puneet in Shaheed Avtar Singh Murder Case

Karan Bhalla has called on Sunil Shah to instruct the J&K Police to immediately arrest the key accused in the brutal murder of his son, Shaheed Avtar Singh, allegedly orchestrated by the land mafia. Bhalla emphasized that while he maintains full faith in the Police Department, the continued delay in apprehending the main culprits is raising serious concerns about the department's effectiveness.

Addressing the media today, Bhalla — joined by DDC member and close family friend Varun Singh Tony — expressed deep disappointment over the police's inaction. “No action has been taken by the Police Department to arrest the main accused,” Tony stated, highlighting that despite substantial evidence, the prime suspects — Sharad Puri, father-in-law of senior IAS officer Rajiv Verma, and Chowki Officer Aman Sharma — remain at large.

During the press conference, Tony presented evidence implicating the Chowki Officer of Greater Kailash, questioning the police's hesitation in making arrests. “Despite Officer Puneet's complicit silence, what more proof do the police need to act?” Tony asked, alleging that Sharad Puri is exploiting his bureaucratic ties to obstruct justice.

Tony further demanded that police seize the DVR from Parshotam’s office, claiming it contains crucial footage of Puri plotting the murder on the day of the incident. “Every shred of evidence points directly to Puri,” Tony asserted, calling for immediate and decisive action.

Wife of Delhi Gangster Karan Bhalla Arrested in Drug Bust; 225g Heroin Seized

Jailed gangster Karan Bhalla's wife has been arrested on charges of drug peddling by the Delhi Police Special Cell, officials said on Wednesday. She was allegedly caught with 225 grams of heroin while attempting to deliver the consignment.

A senior police officer identified the accused as 33-year-old Zara, who was arrested in Northeast Delhi’s Welcome area. “Police received intelligence about her involvement in drug peddling and gathered evidence linking her to the operation. 

karan bhalla On Wednesday morning, acting on a tip-off, officers set up a trap and apprehended her while she was on her way to deliver the drugs in her car. She was caught red-handed with 225 grams of heroin,” the officer said.

A fresh case has been registered against her under relevant charges.