Hidayah Foundation holds ‘Fun & Care Fest-2013’

May 2, 2013

Riyadh, May 2: Hidayah Foundation, Riyadh organised its Annual Get-Together named ‘Fun & Care Fest – 2013’ on Thursday April 18 at the Al Rushd Istrah. The event was a culmination of nearly two months of meticulous planning.

Under the able guidance of the President Abdul Rahman and continuous follow up and supervision of the Event Manager Ilyas Hussain, and the get-together was a grand success by all standards.

There was a gathering of over 1500 guests from different parts of India and the sub-continent who attended the event. According to Abdul Rahman “We had many visitors from Mangalore and Dubai including Hyder Ali, Chairman of Presidency Homes and Infrastructure and Prestige international School, who were the main sponsors for the event. He was showcasing the forthcoming projects of Presidency Homes to the visitors.

Chairman of Hidayah Foundation, Khasim Ahmed, President of the Head Quarters, Haneef Hajee Golthamajal and Administrator Abid Asghar were also present.

The main program began with recitation of Quran by Master Aqeel Farooq. Hafiz Imran Omri delivered a lecture on charity. He said charity should be a collective effort. It has blessings of Allah as well as it has the capacity to become power of the community.

Abdul Rahman welcomed. Mohammed Ashfaq, Vice-President made a brief presentation on the achievements of Hidayah Foundation and the recent developments that are taking place. He highlighted the developments on the Hidayah Share and Care Colony wherein 24 new houses are being built in the 2nd Phase. He informed everyone that the new website of Hidayah Foundation www.hidayahfoundation.org was operational.

The gathering and sponsors were all praises for the environment created by Ismail Kemmunje. He and his team put in a lot of hard work and exhibited their talent in putting up a beautiful display for the event.

Sheikh Mansur, General Secretary gave an eye opener to the audience with his presentation on ‘How to Stop Wasting Food’. Being in-charge for the Monthly Ration Program, he explained to the audience how Hidayah Foundation channels nearly 12 lakhs per year to feed about 89 families in many villages surrounding Mangalore. He invited the audience to participate in this noble effort.

Anyone who is interested in participating in the Monthly Ration Program can contact Mansur on 0568763438 [email protected]

Mohammed Ali B K, Abdul Khader Khozama, Abdul Hameed, Ayaz, Mansur and others were present. Sports and quiz competitions were also organised as part of the event.

Woman’s wing of Hidayah Foundation also organised variety of competition such as Qur’an competition for kids under the leadership of Ghazala Ilyas. Qirat was given by Juveriya Majeed B K. The prizes for this program were sponsored by Sheikh Ansar of A-1 Plastics. Mrs. Sureena Abdullatheef coordinated the programme.

Abdul Latheef Idrees anchored the event and Hyder Ali, Chairman of Presidency Homes and Infrastructure sponsored the event.

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15-year-old NRI boy from Kasaragod drowns in Dubai beach; sister rescued by Arab national

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November 18,2024

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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Salman Noor Elected President of Jam'iyyatul Falah Riyadh Unit

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November 14,2024

Riyadh: The Jam'iyyatul Falah (JF) Riyadh Unit held its Annual General Body Meeting at Loaloah Istirah in Riyadh on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

The gathering commenced with Master Ayman reciting verses from the Holy Quran, setting a solemn tone for the event. Br. Haneef Bardila warmly welcomed attendees, including JF Life Members, Office Bearers from various organizations, and guests, and extended his congratulations to all present.

During the meeting, Br. Muhammad Ashfaq, President, delivered the Annual Report, highlighting the unit's achievements, while Treasurer Br. Nazeer Ahmed presented the Annual Financial Report.

Br. Ashfaq updated members on the ongoing efforts of Jam'iyyatul Falah in the Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts for the year 2023-2024. Expressing gratitude for the support of the members and the committee, he encouraged the youth to join JF, emphasizing the importance of continuing the mission initiated by their elders 36 years ago.

The primary guest, Br. Yasin Baig, inspired the audience with a message underscoring the significance of service. He encouraged everyone to heed the Prophet's (pbuh) words: “Take advantage of five before five: your youth before your old age, your health before your illness, your wealth before your poverty, your free time before you become busy, and your life before your death.” He also spoke about the responsibility and blessing of serving the community through Jam'iyyatul Falah, stressing the promise of rewards in both this life and the hereafter.

Following his address, Br. Ashfaq Ahmed (President) formally dissolved the current committee and entrusted Br. Abdul Hameed and Br. Fazlur Rehman with the election process. A new Executive Committee was then formed for the 2024-2025 term, with Br. Salman Noor elected as the President, Br. Abubaker Irfan as General Secretary, and Br. Nazeer Ahmed continuing as Treasurer. Additionally, 26 other members were appointed to the Executive Committee.

The evening concluded with a dinner for all participants, and Br. Haneef congratulated the newly formed JF Riyadh Executive Committee and all attendees for their contribution to the event's success.