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Piya Pawani Dazzles in Traditional Saree at MFW Istanbul

Modest Fashion Week was successful in bringing the fashion industry from various parts of the world under one roof in the picturesque Istanbul, reports VINOD RAGHAVAN

Noted Model, Actor and Trainer Piya Pawani added one more feather in her illustrious cap by successfully attending the Ninth edition of the Modest Fashion Week held recently in the picturesque Istanbul, Turkey.

Under the theme of “A Unique Fashion Call for Solidarity”, Istanbul Modest Fashion Week 2024 brought together designers, brands, influencers, industry leaders, retailers, media professionals, and fashion enthusiasts from all over the world to celebrate the artistry of modest fashion. The event, served as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and inspiration, fostering connections that transcend borders and boundaries.

Amongst the lots, Piya, a highly professional model, played a major role of fostering connections between artists and their designs, bringing the cultural and social ties between Oman and Turkey at the three-day fashion event. She was fully endorsed by the Turkish Ambassador in Oman, Muhammet Heksmoglu and Turkish Airlines supported and took care of her travel to the beautiful country.  

The Modest Fashion Week, theme was based on modest dressing, keeping it in mind the cultural and religious barriers, Piya decked very well with the traditional Indian Saree at one of her presentation. The 6-yard fine fabric was well carried by the seasoned model and was accepted by the selected crowd mostly from the fashion, clothing and designing industry present came from various parts of the world in Istanbul.

Piya, had the privilege of rubbing shoulders with celebrated models and fashion designers from various parts of the world including American modest Fashion icon Model Halima Aden and Rawdah Mohammed. Halima Aden walked for the Indonesian brand Buttonscarves, in a unique off-white piece, and the Turkish modest swimwear brand Marina, wearing a blue printed burkini with a kimono. While, Rawdah Mohamed, on the other hand, walked for the Turkish label Imannoor, in a silk piece with contrasting colors.

Piya, who has a high sense of modern trends laced with traditions of Oman and India, is vary particular about her costumes, which are designed by her trusted designer and a well-known name in the Middle East Faiza Al Balushi.

Being a professional model and trainer, this was her second consecutive year attending the Modest Fashion week, last year she attended the event held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Modest Fashion Weeks event series was born in Istanbul in 2016 with a vision to “democratize the fashion industry”. Since 2016, MFW’s traveling concept has brought them to various destinations around the world including London, Dubai, Amsterdam, Jakarta, Riyadh, and Istanbul in different editions.

With its hybrid concept, Modest Fashion Weeks offers special runway experiences, networking and brand booths, and inspiring talk show sessions. Modest Fashion Weeks has positioned itself as a strong asset for long-term business relationships by being the bridge between leading industry players and like-minded professionals.

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Turkey bans May Day protest in Istanbul’s main square

Istanbul’s governor’s office has announced some roads will be closed to traffic while restrictions will be imposed on public transport as part of security measures…reports Asian Lite News

Turkish police on Tuesday sealed off Istanbul’s central Taksim Square to prevent any May Day protests as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned unions to stay away from any provocative steps.

High metal barriers were erected around the square. The stepped-up security measures came a day after Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said authorities had designated 40 areas for May Day celebrations with the exception of the emblematic Taksim Square.

Yerlikaya said some unions had demanded to use the square, the epicenter of 2013 protests against the government of then prime minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, now president, but that it would not be allowed.

“Taksim Square and its surrounding vicinity is not convenient for any rally,” he said.

Istanbul’s governor’s office has announced some roads will be closed to traffic while restrictions will be imposed on public transport as part of security measures.

Turkey’s main opposition CHP party, which won a victory in the March 31 local elections while retaining control of several main cities including Istanbul, however pressed the government to open the square for labor rallies.

CHP leader Ozgur Ozel on Monday called on the interior minister to reconsider the ban on Taksim, which has been used in the past. “Sealing off Taksim amounts to not recognizing the constitution,” he said.

In an address on Tuesday, Erdogan said insisting on staging a rally at unauthorized areas was “not well-intentioned.” He said the opposition and some “marginal groups” sought to overshadow May Day spirit with their calls to rally at Taksim Square. “I invite our unions and political parties to stay away from steps that would harm the May Day atmosphere,” he said.

Taksim Square was a rallying ground for May Day celebrations until 1977, when at least 34 people were killed during demonstrations. Authorities later opened up the square for celebrations in 2010, but it was shut down again after it played host to anti-government protests in 2013 targeting Erdogan.

In 2023, Turkey’s top constitutional court ruled that Taksim Square’s closure to protests constituted a violation of rights. The Amnesty International rights group also said the ban “is based on entirely spurious security and public order grounds” and called for it to be lifted.

Calling the square “a place of huge symbolic significance,” Amnesty added that: “For more than a decade, the Turkish authorities have unlawfully restricted people’s right to assembly and criminalized peaceful protests that take place in the square.” More than 42,000 police will be on duty in the city for May 1.

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89th Interpol General Assembly begins in Istanbul

89th Interpol General Assembly begins in Istanbul

The 89th General Assembly of the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) has started in Turkey’s financial and cultural hub Istanbul, with the aim to address global security threats…reports Asian Lite News

This General Assembly will discuss “the highest strategic direction of the organization and global threats that make Interpol’s action so needed”, said Kim Jong Yang, president of Interpol.

89th Interpol General Assembly begins in Istanbul

Tuesday was the first General Assembly meeting of Interpol since the Covid-19 outbreak lured ministers, police chiefs, and top police officers from more than 160 countries.

Addressing the meeting via a video message, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey, located in the middle of Asia, Europe, and Africa, is facing multiple security risks.

“Turkey has been one of the most affected countries by armed conflicts, especially in our neighbours Syria and Iraq,” Erdogan pointed out.

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Interpol’s General Assembly meets once a year to take “decisions affecting general policy, the resources needed for international cooperation, working methods, finances, and programs of activities”, according to Interpol.