IMA Organises a lecture on Role of Muslim Ummah in the Contemporary World

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March 13, 2012

Kuwait City, March 13: Indian Muslim Association (IMA) Kuwait under the patronage of Ministry of Awkaf and Islamic Affairs and Masjid Al Kabeer organized a lecture on “Role of Muslim Ummah in the Contemporary World” at Jamaitul Islah Center Auditorium.

The programme commenced with a beautiful recitation of The Nobel Quran by Brother Owez and Mohammed Aslam, President Indian Muslim Association gave welcome address with the brief introduction of IMA.

The key note speaker of the event was Mirza Yawar Baig, Founder President of Yawar Baig & Associates and Chairman of Standard Bearers Academy.

Referring to Quran, he said Allah has selected you to be beneficial to the mankind. Therefore, the Role of Muslim Ummah is indeed to be beneficial for the whole of mankind by enjoining the good and forbidding the evil. He further stressed that the role of Muslim Ummah does not change, but what does change is the way to be implemented in different times.

Giving examples of Sahabas (companions of Prophet (PBUH)), he said the way and the role which Sahabas implemented in their life is the best examples which we have to follow in principal.

In order to implement this role, he said there are four (4) things to be done to bring the positive change in this world:

1. Being Clear about our identity (who you are and Who am I): When we say we are Muslim Ummah , we should be very clear about our identity. Identity should be a factor of contribution instead of factor of possession. He said usually people think what we own or possess defines us but in reality possession add cost not value where contribution adds value.

2. Where I am going (what is the destination): He said; the biggest problem of the Muslim world today is that they do not have any clue of what is their destination is?. He said if you want to lead people to success then you should know what is the goal, where you want to take them and how attractive is that.

He also emphasized that it is very unfortunate that even though having means to do none of the Muslim countries were able to build a university equivalent to Harvard, Cambridge, Oxford or MIT. He said even if we claim we were the people who built many universities in ancient time does not make any difference now.

3. What is the strategy to reach the destination: He said strategies are the most important tool to reach the destination. Speaking on global leadership he said the people who were serious about global leadership have always invested unstintingly in developing that. Giving an example of Eton and Harrow schools built by queens and kings of Britain 600 years ago has given Britain 27 prime ministers, heads of global corporation, heads of universities, heads of armies & states, scientists, technologist, doctors, philosophers who one or other way makes the matters in the world order today. He further said; at the time of Eton and Harrow schools were built, Muslim world were busy building three iconic buildings i.e. Alhambra in Spain, Topkapi Palace in Turkey and Taj Mahal in India which shows the lack of seriousness in Muslim world’s strategies to reach the destination and that is why countries like Britain has the world and we only have the tombs.

4. What do you want to leave behind (what is the legacy). In regard to legacy he said when you and me are gone we only leave behind the deeds we did and we are remembered for the same. That’s why we should care about leaving behind great legacy.

Indian Muslim Association presented a Memento as a token of Respect to Shaikh Mirza Yawar Baig. Wajid Hashmi gave the vote of thanks and Amer Azhar was the convener of the Program. Snacks were served at the end of the Programme.

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November 18,2024

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Dubai: A 15-year-old Indian expat boy drowned after he was caught by huge waves in the sea off Mamzar Beach in Dubai. 

Ahmed Abdulla Mafaz, a 15-year-old school student in Dubai, died while his sister Fathima, a university student, was rescued, according to their father Mohammed Ashraf. The family hails from Kerala’s Kasaragod.

The grieving father said the incident happened when the Indian expat family went for an outing at the beach park.

Recounting what happened, he said: “We were all sitting on the beach and playing around in the water. I had just gone to the washroom when it [the tragedy] happened.”

He said both Mafaz and Fathima knew how to swim and it was not clear how they were swept away.

“I think there were huge waves and they got pulled by the strong current.”

Fathima’s screams for help were heard by another beachgoer who rushed to rescue her. “He is an Arab national. He rescued our daughter. We have no words to thank him,” the father said.

However, there was no sign of Mafaz, a grade 10 student of New Indian Model School in Dubai.

Meanwhile, the police were called in. Dubai Police said they received a call about two persons drowning.

“As soon as we received the report, the rescue team from the Ports Police Station in Dubai conducted a search,” a spokesperson said. 

However, there was no luck on Friday night. The search operation was intensified with divers and drones on Saturday, following which the boy’s body was fished out on Saturday evening.

The family has decided to lay him to rest in Dubai once the legal procedures are over, said Ibrahim Berike, a member of the volunteering team from Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC) that is providing supportfor the paper work.

He said the family is shattered after the devastating tragedy. “They have four children. Fathima, who is doing MBA, is the eldest daughter. Mafaz was the third child. His other two siblings are also boys. Their mother, who was also there on the beach, is inconsolable,” he added.

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November 21,2024

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Prominent NRI community leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, fondly known as CA Khalil, passed away in Dubai on Thursday at the age of 86 after a brief illness.

Khalil had been admitted to Aster Hospital in Mankhool on Tuesday after experiencing severe leg weakness. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he succumbed to a double heart attack that worsened his condition, his son Rais Ahmed confirmed.

The news of his passing has sent waves of grief across communities, particularly in his hometown of Bhatkal, Karnataka, where he was a celebrated figure. Tributes have been pouring in on social media, highlighting his significant contributions to international trade, social service, and education.

A Legacy of Leadership and Service

A chartered accountant by profession, Khalil was a founding member of the Dubai chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), where he served as chairman from 1987 to 1994. His illustrious career included key leadership roles, such as general manager of Khaleej Times, group executive director of the Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group, and vice-chairman of the Jashanmal Group of Companies.

He also chaired Maadhyama Communications and Sahil Online, a web-based news platform, and was a director and trustee of several media companies and charitable organisations in Dubai and India.

A Champion for Education and Philanthropy

Khalil’s impact extended far beyond his professional achievements. As president and general secretary of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, he played a pivotal role in the development of educational institutions, including schools and colleges in Bhatkal and surrounding areas. His dedication to social upliftment earned him recognition from the Government of Karnataka, which honoured him with a prestigious award for his philanthropic contributions.

A Life Celebrated

The Bhatkal Muslim Khaleej Council (BMKC) recently released a documentary celebrating Khalil’s remarkable life and service to the community—a testament to his enduring legacy.

CA Khalil is survived by his family and countless admirers across the globe. His passing marks the end of an era for Indian expatriates in the UAE and beyond, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, generosity, and commitment to community service.

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