Dammam: Indian Social Forum celebrates Kannada Rajyotsava

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November 12, 2020

Dammam: Indian Social Forum celebrated Kannada Rajyotsava in Dammam recently. The program commenced with wishing all Kannadigas and welcoming the guests to the podium by host Mr. Zainuddin. Social workers Mr. Joey Fernandes and Mr. Anwar Sadath, ISF-Dammam State President Mr. Mohammed Sharief, ISF-Dammam State Vice President Mr. Salahuddin, ISF National President Mr. Ashraf Puttur and IFF District President Mr. Sajid Valavoor were present in the program. Mr. Mohammed Naushad, State Secretary, ISF-Dammam has taken the charge of welcome speech.

"It is our responsibility to protect our language, culture and identity and to promote its importance among general public as the country is facing a difficult situation where the conspiracy to destroy the diversity are getting speed under the pretext of nationalism" said Mr. Muhammed Shareef, speaking on virtual program 'Anivasi Kannadigara Sammilana 2020' as a part of Kannada Rajyotsava ceremony held by Indian Social Forum at Dammam recently.

Vice president of SDPI Karnataka state, Mr. Abdul Majeed Khan delivering inaugural speech said, "the plight of farmers has been getting worse due to flood across the state. The government has been setting up unfavorable laws on farmers endangering their survival. Unwanted issues like Hindi imposition, farmers bills were put forward while ignoring major agricultural problems."

PUCL state vice president, famous artist and writer Mr. Venkat Raju said, "Kannada is not just a language, but also a life for Kannadigas. There are many instances where the languages formed nations. The efforts to destroy the languages will never succeed."

The organization felicitated the Kannadiga Achievers as it does every year. Mr. Joey Fernandes and Anwar Sadat who always in forefront to serve expatriates in their difficulties were felicitated. And also the companies like SAQCO and KMT were honored as 'Covid Warriors' for their effort to repatriate stranded expatriate kannadigas during Covid situation."

Different Cultural Programs

The point of attraction in the program was when the team of Indian Social Forum produced a skit portraying the present scenario of Karnataka. The viewers enjoyed the performance of children who walked over the stage wearing the costumes of historical personalities of the state. The program was live on Facebook and quiz was organized for viewers. The winners' names of different events were announced which was organized by Indian Social Forum as part of Rajyotsava. Thousands of people took part in the virtual program and the program was concluded by Mr. Imran Katipalla, State Gen. Secretary, ISF-Dammam with vote of thanks.

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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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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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