Sharjah Karnataka Sangha gears up for 17th anniversary

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November 10, 2019

Karnataka Sangha Sharjah will be celebrating their 17th anniversary along with 64th Karnataka Rajyotsava Day and Children’s Day celebration on Friday the 15th of November, 2019 from 4 pm at Sharjah Indian Association Auditorium, Sharjah.

CONCERT BY SITAR RATNA KOCHIKAR DEVDAS PAI

Vidwan Sitar Ratna Kochikar Devdas Pai is the star of attraction who will be performing during the Sharjah Karnataka Sangha Anniversary programme. He will be arriving all the way from Mangalore and this will be his maiden performance in Dubai.

Devdas Pai has performed all over the world and has acclaimed appreciations and awards wherever he performed. He is a very rare gem born to Kochikar Gopalkrishna Pai & Radha Pai on 15th February, 1962. A graduate of Arts he is the Managing Partner of the famous New Chitra Talkies Mangalore.

Pai learnt Sitar initially in Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan later got trained with Ustad Khan and further got his additional training under the guidance of Padmashree Dr. Kadri Gopalnath through whom he learnt to play Carnatic in Sitar.

Dharmadhikari Dr. Veerendra Heggade of Dharmastala honored Devdas Pai with VIDWAN Award in the year 1995 and later continuously received lot of appreciation for his dedication and performances.

Some of his Awards are:-

• 1995 ‘Vidwan’ Award presented during the Mahamastabhisheka at Shri Dharmasthala Kshetra

• 1996 ‘Sangeetha Surabi’ at Moodabidri during ‘Sammilana 96’

• 1997 ‘Karavali Utsava 97’ Opening Artists Award by Mangalore Commissioner

• 1998 ‘Outstanding Young Person’ Award by Corporation Bank

• 1998 ‘Young Talent’ Award by Canara Bank, Syndicate Bank and other associations

• 1999 ‘Kala Sampanna’ Award by ‘Sumasauraba’ News Paper, Mangalore

• 2013 ‘Maanapatra Sanmana’ Award by Government of Goa

• 2014 ‘Sitar Shree’ Award by Vathsalyadhama Vridhashrama, Kodialbail Mangalore

• 2014 ‘Sitar Shree’ Award by Shree Gokarnanata Parthagali Jeevotham Mata, Goa

• 2014 ‘Trusted Friends in Goa’ Award by Vicar General Diose of Mangalore Bishop House

• 2014 ‘Mannagudda Deepa’ Award by Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple

• 2014 ‘Executive Board Member’ of Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy for consecutive 3 years

• 2015 ‘Sitar Ratna’ Award by Kashimatadheesha Shree Shree Shrimad Sudheendra Thirtha Swamiji

• 2015 ‘Sitar Shiromani’ Award by shree Sansthana Mata, Manipal

• 2016 ‘Sitar Kalabushana’ Award by Ernakulam Shree Thirumala Shrinivas Temple, Kerala

• 2016 ‘Vishwa Sanskratika Sammelana’ participation in South Kanara district in Sitar

• 2016 ‘Vishwa Konkani Sammelana’ appreciated for the participation

• 2016 ‘Sitar Kalanidhi’ Award by Chilimbi Sharada Mahotsava Rajatha Mahotsava celebration

• 2017 ‘Sitar Kalashresta’ Award by Poornananda Seva Prathistana

• 2017 Toured around America in 18 places including New York, New Jersy, Boston, Florida, Texas

• 2017 ‘Icon of Sitar’ Award by Konkani charitable Fund, USA

• 2017 ‘Krishnanugraha’ Award by Pejavar Muth during 5th Paryaya

• 2017 ‘Sitar Kala Chaitanya’ Award by Shree Kathabindu Prathistana

• 2019 Special Felicitation during Shree Dharmastala Bahubali Mahamasthabisheka celebration

• 2019 ‘Sitar Samrat’ by Shree Annapoorna Temple, Horanadu

• 2019 ‘Abhinandana Patra’ at Shree Kadri Manjunatha Temple during Bhrahmakalshosava

• 2019 ‘Sitar Gandharva’ Award by Bantara Sangha, Bunts Hostel, Mangalore

• 2019 ‘Sitar Sindhoor’ Award by Amarnath Shetty during Ganeshostava in Moodabidri

• 2019 ‘Vainika Shiromani’ Award at Mysore Ganeshostava

Being the recipient of so many awards and accolades Sitar Ratna Vidwan Devdas Pai now dedicates his knowledge to the current youth by teaching them Sitar and training the new generation towards the wealth of music knowledge.

MAYURA VISHWAMANYA KANNADIGA AWARD 2019

As was done in the past, Sharjah Karnataka Sangha on this occasion will be doing the honours of presenting ‘Mayura Vishwmanya Kannadiga Award – 2019’ to the identified Kannadiga who have contributed towards Kannada in this part of the world. And this time, Amchigele Ramachandra Hegde, Managing Director of Spraytek Coating / Contracting LLC has been chosen as awardee for the year 2019 who will be honoured in midst of various Guests who will be gracing the grand occasion.

VARIOUS DANCES & MUSIC

Sharjah Karnataka Sangha’s 17th Anniversary celebration will also include various Dances & Musical Orchestra to enthrall the Kannadigas and enjoy the Rajyotsava as well as Children’s Day celebrations.

President Anand Bailoor along with Patron Mark Denis D’souza, General Secretary Noel D Almeida and all the Committee Members have requested Kannadigas from all over UAE to come in large numbers and be part of the celebrations.

Entry is Free to all Kannadigas.

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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.

Office Bearers Elected for the 2024-2025 Term

President: Salman Noor

Vice President: Fazlur Rehman

General Secretary: Abubaker Irfan Sheikh

Joint Secretary: Irshad Moideen

Treasurer: Nazeer Ahmed

Joint Treasurer: Akhil Ganjimutt

Auditor: Haneef Bardila

Advisors: Sheikh GK, Abdul Hameed Wenz, Abdul Basheer Beary

NRCC Representatives: Mohammed Ashfaq, Akthar Shaikh

NRCC Rep. at JFCC: Parvez Ali

Sports Coordinators: Shareef Ahmed, Ayaz Ahmed, Mohammed Mahir, Sameen Gurukambla, Mohammed Gazali, Javed Khan

Event Coordinators: Abdul Hameed Nazeer, Sharief Thokur, Sadhik Mohammed

Media Coordinator: Parveez Ahmed

Committee Members: Sadique Moideen, Sayed Sameer, Mohammed Khizer, Mohammed Sarfaraz, Fareed Mohammed, Suhail Ahmed

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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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