UAE: Vincent, Rosetta Pereira to head Aloysian, Agnesian associations

August 8, 2016

UAE, Aug 8: The alumni/alumnae of India's two prestigious institutions - St Aloysius and St Agnes Colleges and Schools of Mangaluru, during their informal gathering held in Dubai recently, unanimously appointed veteran Vincent and Rosetta Pereira as the new chairpersons for the Aloysians and Agnesians respectively for the forthcoming 2017 reunion.

Vincent, an experienced and talented leader, who had been the founder president of Ferarites –UAE, vice-coordinator of SMKC Dubai and also the chairperson of Ferarites Global Event, and Rosetta, his wife, a talented sportsperson and renowned theatre artiste will surely boost the alumni movement in the UAE for the forthcoming combined reunion of both the institutions next year.

During the gathering, Wilson Samuel and Mariel Andrade, the past chairpersons for Aloysians and Agnesians thanked the committee members for their support for the previous event and also urged them to render their support for the newly-appointed chairpersons.

During this kick-off meeting various issues were discussed pertaining to the event and an action plan was put in place. It was also tentatively decided to hold the alumni/alumnae reunion on February 17, 2017. The exact date and venue will be notified during the coming months.

The popular alumnae/alumni meet which is being held bi-annually since 1997 is an excellent opportunity for the past students to meet and catch up. The event attracts large numbers of former students and their families scattered around the UAE and other Gulf countries.

During this gathering, a farewell function was also held for committee members departing to India. It was a nostalgic moment as their dedicated committee members Ronald D'Cunha, his wife Aboline D'Cunha and Joyce Menezes, who had been the backbone of the organizing committee since its inception, were bid farewell. These members played a key role in the success of the past events and with their departure, the committee will be at a loss to fill the void. The committee thanked them for their efforts and wished them good luck in their future retired life in India. A momento was presented in appreciation.

It is also worth mentioning that the founder and brain behind the alumni initiative in the UAE - the veteran Jerome Pereira, will also be leaving the UAE shortly to India after decades of stay here.

Further details on the reunion will be published in the coming months on daijiworld.com, which will be the official media partner for the 2017 event.

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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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