Al Shaqab win Gulf Incon-Metabo Cricket Tournament

September 18, 2013

Qatar, Sep 18: In the Division-II of the 19th Gulf Incon-Metabo Cricket Tournament 2013 Al Shaqab held back the challenge of UP XII and won by 14 runs.

Qatar Veterans’ Cricket League members were still recovering from the shocking news of the sudden demise of Mr. Ganesh Srinivasan, General Manager of Gulf Incon, an ardent Sports Sponsor and supporter.

A two minutes silence was observed at the start of the Prize distribution ceremony for Mr Ganesh Srinivasan who died due to Cardiac arrest in the night of 7th September 2013.

As a remembrance of him, various Sponsors and Supporters of Qatar Veterans’ Cricket League, Mr. Fawad Rana (QALCO), Mr. Sanjiv Jain (C.D.C), Mr.Chandramohan Pillai (IBQ), Mr. Chidananda (M. Pallonji), Mr. Saquib Raza Khan (Bin Ghalib Eng.), Mr.Gopal (KPMG), Qatar Veterans’ League along with Gulf Incon would host the annual Floodlit Cricket Tournament from next year as the GANESH SRINIVASAN MEMORIAL TROPHY.

Winning the toss AL SHAQAB decided to bat and scored 83 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in the allotted 12 overs. Rehmat was run out for 13 runs with 2 sixes while Ishtiaq scored 10 runs with a six and Jabbar scored 9 runs. Mansoor 2 wickets while Ahmed, Mushir, Rahim and Reham took a wicket each.

In reply UP XII were 69 runs for the loss of 4 wickets at the end of 9 overs. Needing 25 runs of the last 18 deliveries with 7 wickets in hand, all the batsmen came under pressure and finally UP XII were all out for 69 runs in 11 overs. Sameer scored 17 runs with 2 sixes, Mansoor 13 runs, Jameel 12 runs with a six.

Amjad Khan took 3 wickets while Mumtaz 2 wickets, Shahid, Mohamed Abdulla and Mohamed Shahid took a wicket each.

Man of the Match: Amjad Khan/Al Shaqab

Best Batsman – Division II Zaheer UP XII

Best Bowler – Division II Farhan Q.V.C.

Best all rounder – Division II Hanif Readymix

Best wicket keeper – Division II Tahir Q.V.C.

At the Prize distribution ceremony compeered by Naidu over 300 prizes were given away.

Gulf Incon - Metabo were represented by Mr. Nirlep Bhat, Chief accountant, Mr. Ramesh Natarajan, Deputy Accounts manager, Mr. Sajjad Khan – sales manager – tools & equipment division, Mr. Vincent wimaldas- product manager – tools & equipment,

Mr. Perumal Ravichandran- sr stores supervisor, Mr. Tuan Afaham Burah – Field Sales executive and Mr. N.D.Krishnan – product development manager.

Gulf Incon - Metabo also had organized a Cricket Quiz during the course of the tournament and prizes were given away to the Winners.

The Prize distribution ended with complimentary refreshments and a Lucky draw for spectators.

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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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NRI leader SM Syed Khalilur Rehman, 86, passes away in Dubai

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November 21,2024

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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