Azharuddin steals the show at NRIs’ KPL; Al Muzain clinch the trophy

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March 30, 2015

Ajman, Mar 30: The biggest cheers were reserved for cricket icon Mohammad Azharuddin who was one of the chief guests at the closing ceremony of the NRIs’ Karnataka Premier League cricket tournament organized by Dubai Friends in United Arab Emirates.

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Azhar, looking dapper as ever, held his own throughout the glittering function attended by the hundreds of expatriates from Karnataka residing across UAE and neighboring countries. For the first time, besides UAE, teams from Saudi Arabia and Qatar also took part in expatriates’ version of KPL.

The cricketer-turned-politician was seen interacting with organizers and players till late night at Hamriya Grass Grounds, Ajman, as the event which started at 10 a.m. on March 27 concluded at 3 a.m. on March 28.

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Al Muzain team clinched the NRIs’ KPL-2015 title after defeating Surathkal Stars by seven runs in a thrilling final match held under floodlight.

Al Muzain scored 22 runs losing three wickets in two overs. In its bid to chase a moderate target, Surathkal Stars managed to score only 15 runs losing three wickets in the two overs. Sandeep of Al Muazain was adjudged man of the match in the final.

Prior to this Al Muzain entered the final by defeating Evergreen Sports Team, Mangaluru in the first semi final match by eight runs. In three overs Al Muzain scored 26 runs losing one wicket. In response, the opponents could score only 19 runs losing three wickets. Raja was adjudged man of the match.

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Surathkal Stars entered the final by defeating Petromann Group Cricket Club by 10 wickets in the second semi finals. Petromann scored 24 runs losing one wicket in three overs. Surathkal Stars chased the target in 2.4 overs without losing any wicket. Man of the Match was Anfal.

The former skipper also led the prize distribution ceremony. The winners were handed over a glittery trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 1,75,000 by Azhar and another chief guest Sheikh Mohammad Sharif Chairman, Khushi Group.

Runners up were also handed over a trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 1,00,000 by Azhar and Haji Abdul Rahman, Chairman, Oxford Marina. The two other teams defeated in semi finals also received trophies and a cash prize of Rs 20,000 each.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin khalid al Qasmi, a member of UAE’s ruling family was also present as chief guest on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Abdul Gafoor Farangipete, vice President, NRIs’ KPL, said that it was the first time teams from outside the country being invited to play the hard tennis ball KPL tournament in UAE. He said that the similar events will be hosted in future too.

As many as 12 teams from Middle East took part in the day-and-night tournament. They are: Amaco, Saudi Arabia, Almuzain, Qatar, Al Falah Cricket Club, Saudi Arabia, Khushi Crickets, Dubai, Oxford Marine, Dubai, Shanan Star, Dubai, Chilly Willy, Dubai, Evergreen Sports, Mangaluru, Bluesea Samurais, Dubai, Surathkal Stars, Dubai, Petromann Group Cricket Club, Dubai and Cricket Eleven Warriors, Dubai.

The league-cum-knockout tournament was sponsored mainly by Khushi Medical Centre, Mangaluru, a unit of Khushi Group of Companies. Golden sponsors were Oxford Marina Cargo. Silver sponsors were Supreme Engineering, Riam Steel, Bluesea Samurais & Multiline, Abu Dhabi.

Programme was compered by Sabier from Red Bull. Vinod Shetty was coordinator of the event. Earlier in the day the even commenced with prayers and recitation of national anthems of Indian and UAE. Sadieq Kaup and Abdul Gafoor Farangipete welcomed the gathering.

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March 17,2024

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Bengaluru: The Vokkaliga heartland of the old Mysuru region consisting of several southern districts will be the testing ground for the recently forged BJP-JD(S) alliance in Karnataka in the Lok Sabha polls.

The ruling Congress will now look to consolidate its gains that it made in the assembly elections in May last year when it made inroads into the strongholds of the regional party headed by former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda in these districts.

In the 2019 Pariamentary elections, the Congress and JD(S) fought together but secured only one seat each in the state. The BJP bagged 25 out of the total 28 Lok Sabha seats.

The Congress and JD(S) win, in fact, came in the old Mysuru region -- Bangalore Rural and Hassan, respectively, while Mandya seat went to an independent backed by the BJP.

This time, the JD(S) has an alliance with BJP. According to sources, the JD(S) is likely to be alloted Hassan, Mandya and Kolar seats in the region, from where Deve Gowda's party draws its strength from in Karnataka.

The JD(S) is now looking to bounce back after the drubbing it received in the May assembly polls.

The Congress and JD(S) are considered to be traditional rivals in the region, where the BJP has also been improving its vote-share.

The BJP-JD(S) alliance hopes to counter the Congress' surge in the region, determined to consolidate Vokkaliga votes in their favour and banking on the Modi charisma. Both parties also hope to gain from each other with this alliance.

The Congress is hoping to further its prospects and continue its dominance in the region, with the help of its strong local leadership and riding on its five guarantee schemes.

Both Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Congress state President D K Shivakumar, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister come from this region, and so does JD(S) patriarch Deve Gowda and his son H D Kumaraswamy, a former CM and that party's state President.

According to a political analyst, 'coordination among local leaders and transfer of votes between the parties are going to be key for the BJP-JD(S) alliance to click.' Lack of trust between sizeable workers and leaders of both parties on the ground had proved to be counterproductive for Congress and JD(S) combine in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, resulting in their rout and helping the BJP.

Both Congress and BJP have announced candidates for some seats in the region for the 2024 polls.

The Congress has re-nominated D K Suresh, brother of Shivakumar, from Bangalore Rural.

Interestingly, the BJP has fielded the scion of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar from Mysore and noted cardiac surgeon and Deve Gowda's son-in-law, Dr C N Manjunath, from Bangalore Rural.

In Karnataka, the Lok Sabha elections will be held in two phases on April 26 and May 7.

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March 28,2024

Mangaluru, Mar 28: Dakshina Kannada deputy commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP has warned the individuals and political parties against the poll code violations during private events. 
 
“Private events such as marriages, birthdays, housewarming ceremonies, and other non-political programmes do not require any permission. However, one should ensure that there is no violation of the model code of conduct (MCC) at these functions. Permission is needed if the events are attended by politicians or candidates,” the DC said. 

He said that these gatherings will be under the surveillance of MCC teams, as there are chances of luring voters by campaigning and supplying food, said the DC. The district has 38,386 new voters, of which, 19,619 are men.

He said that the notification of election in Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha constituency will be issued soon, and the filing of nominations will be held between 11 am and 3 pm till April 4. 

Only five persons, including the candidate, will be allowed to enter the returning officer’s chamber to submit the nominations. A facilitation centre will be opened at the DC’s office. 

The expenditure of the candidate will be counted from the day the candidate files the nomination.

The DC said that the district is not an expenditure-sensitive constituency. Assistant expenditure observers and expenditure observers will monitor the expenditure of the candidates. An expenditure book will be provided to the candidate to record expenditure incurred, he explained.

Further, he said that no election materials can be printed without the name and address of the publishers, and the number of copies printed. Separate permission should be availed for procession prior to the submission of nomination papers from the ARO office, through the single-window system.

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March 19,2024

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Bengaluru, Mar 19: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday said that the Congress will split in three months after the upcoming Lok Sabha polls and its impact will be visible on the Siddaramaiah-led state government.

"Due to internal squabbles, the state government will not last long," the BJP leader said.

Talking to reporters on Monday, he said the sitting MP from the Gadag-Haveri constituency, Shivakumar Udasi, has done a lot of development work and implemented the Central government's schemes effectively.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi will surely become the PM for the third time. The overall response has been good in the Gadag-Haveri Lok Sabha constituency," the former Karnataka chief minister said.

Asked if he was contesting the election in a half-hearted manner in the Gadag-Haveri seat, Bommai said "such a question does not arise when the party's high command gives instructions".

He said he would respect his opponent and not take anyone lightly. 

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