IFF Karnataka hosts NRI family get-together in Riyadh

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November 8, 2017

Riyadh, Nov 8: India Fraternity Forum, Karnataka Chapter, organised ‘Sneha Koota-2017’, an NRI family get-together Al Rushd Istirah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, recently.

People of all age group including infants took part in the event. Kids filled the place with joy and laughter all set for a great fun time. The family Day Out began with the Qirath by Master Hasanulbanna.

IFF Karnataka Riyadh General Secretary JanabTajuddinPuttur welcomed the guests and gathering and explained the Vision and work of India Fraternity Forum.

The Program was presided by IFF Karnataka Riyadh President Janab Ismail Inoli, in his presidential speech. He explains that, this event will strengthen the bond between the Indians residing in KSA. It will also create a platform to exhibit their hidden talents through various competitions and activities. The Forum is also encouraging the children and their parents to take part in the competitions which will strengthen the family bond too.

The program was inaugurated by IFF Saudi Arabia Zonal President JanabBasheerInapuzha, In his address “Muslim and minorities group should be unite to stand against fascist force and to overs come preclusion and fear”.

Nazir Tumbe, Karnataka state committee member of Indian Social Forum Dammam was invited as key speaker. He said, BJP government which fails in all promises now it is Tarnishing image of Minorities and organization by fake cases.

Kundan Lal Gothawal, Regional Manager Of Air India, Who is Chief Guest of event address the gathering by calling Islam is religion of peace and brotherhood, we should stand together to protect our Baba sahib Ambedkars Constitution.

ISF Riyadh Karnataka Committee secretary JanabMubarakulla Bangalore, IFF Riyadh Rigion president JanabSalimMaulaviKasimi, DKMO secretary Irshad Mani and Social Worker JanabMustaqKasimYermal, Janab Abdul KhaderDeerah were on Dias. All guest are felicitated by Special memento by IFF Riyadh chapter, Mohammed Naveed Proposed the vote of thanks. ShareefKabaka compered the programme.

“BayaladaSathya” stage play was center of attraction of event. Which high lighten the current situation of India. Also there was a lucky raffle draw from Air India in this JanabNizar won free return air ticket to India

Exciting and fun filled games were conducted to engage the gathering and electrify the program like Quiz, Tug of War, Race, Volleyball etc. were held. Prizes were distributed to the winners.

In volleyball KKR were the winners and SCC runners, in the tug of Bantwal Guys were the winners and Batha Guys bagged second place. Ismail Inoli, TajuddinPuttur, RavoofKalai and naveedKundapura presented the trophy’s to the winners.The program was sponsored by Sulthan Builders Mangalore, Deba Al Khalij, AKA Industrial Service, Frendi Mobile and Fawari Money Transfer.

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IFF conducted good program maa shaa Allah

Maa shaa Allah really a wonderful program conducted by IFF Riyadh nice gathering and nice arrangements, well displined volunteer i ever participate like this program thank you IFF for your great achievement

Maa shaa Allah. very nice gathering.congrats to IFF Riyadh team

Good !... IFF Riyadh always doing good works and helping to all the indians. If they have any problems like Death cases, Accidents, House Maid cases etc.

Nice gathering, congrats IFF

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People obey Janata Curfew amid COVID-19 scare in Karnataka

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March 22,2020

Bengaluru, Mar 22: People here stayed at their homes due to Janata Curfew on Sunday amid the coronavirus scare.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on Thursday urged people to stay at their homes as a precautionary measure against the spread of coronavirus.

"In such difficult times, all Indians are supporting the cause. We accept and obey the Prime Minister's orders wholeheartedly as it is about how we protect ourselves and keep our children safe from this disease," said Shashikant Varma, a resident of Bengaluru.

"We hope the situation gets better at earliest and everyone gets rid of the virus," Varma added.
"All the shops have been closed.Everyone is at their homes to avoid getting infected from this deadly virus," said Harish Niwasi, another resident.

"Today is PMs Janata Curfew and so we all are at home. I appeal to all that by staying at home we can save each other from the deadly virus. We thank the PM for guiding us at such difficult times," said Tulsi Ram Varma.

The Janata curfew which began at 7 am today will come to an end at 9 pm.

Till now, the total number of positive coronavirus cases in Karnataka is 15 out of which one person has been cured and one death has taken place in the state, according to the Health Ministry.

The Karanataka Health Department on Saturday confirmed five new coronavirus cases in the state, taking the total count to 20.

According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), till now there are 341 positive cases of coronavirus in the country.

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Special train carrying 1,428 migrants departs from Karnataka for Bihar

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May 12,2020

Bengaluru, May 12: The South Western Railway on Tuesday informed that a 'Shramik special train' has left Karnataka for Bihar carrying 1,428 migrants onboard.

The special train carrying migrants to Motihari, Bihar departed from Kabaka Puttur in Karnataka.

Passengers were observing social distancing norms during boarding.

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had recently granted permission for movement of stranded citizens including migrants labourers, workers, students, tourists to return to their native towns.

As per the list provided by the Karnataka government, South Western Railway is arranging special trains. These special trains are being run from point to point with no stoppages en-route.

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Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah repatriates 177 stranded Kannadigas from Saudi Arabia

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July 30,2020

Jeddah: The first chartered flight for repatriation passengers from Jeddah to Bengaluru organized by Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah – Saudi Arabia was successfully landed at Bengaluru airport by 01.00 am on 19th July 2020.

Spice Jet (SG9884) departed from King Abdul Aziz International Airport Jeddah by 05.00 pm local time with 177 stranded passengers which includes 12 Pregnant Woman, 3 infants, 44 Short term visa holders, 3 medical emergency patients and 115 migrate workers and labours from various districts of Karnataka state.

Karnataka NRI Forum Jeddah, a registered charitable organization under Government of Karnataka & Indian Consulate Jeddah - Saudi Arabia, helping the Kannadigas overseas & in Karnataka State as well, has initiated major role for helping stranded Kannadigas to travel back to home. During Pandemic hundreds of stranded Kannadigas were approached to the forum and requested to arrange special chartered flight to Bengaluru from Jeddah.

Initiating from collecting the data of passengers, the forum’s special panel including its President Mr. Mohammed Mansoor, Secretary Mr. Peter Mascarenes, Vice Presidents Mr. Nasir Khurshid, Dr.Ashfaque Maniyar, Chief Coordinator Mr. Shaikh Saoud, Cultural Secretaries Mr. Arifulla Shariff and Mr. Rajesh Suvarna, Treasurer Mr. Habib Rahman and Press Secretary Mr. Baig, the forum’s members have worked very hard to conclude this task very successful.

The forum provided food packets as refreshment, complementary PPE kitsto each passenger as precaution against the spread of any infections while travelling and also guided all passengers by supporting them in Awdha portal (Saudi Passport Department) and Seva Sindhu portal registration of Government of Karnataka.

The official travel partner ITL Travel Management Company has rendered remarkable service to the passengers not only in ticketing but also supported with top priority in confirming the aircraft from SPICE JET and availed good service from ground staff at Jeddah Airport.

All passengers have reached safely to their homes after completing the 7 days institutional quarantine at Bengaluru. 100% passengers had NEGETIVE report on Covid-19 test made on arrival as well as after institutional quarantine.

In the press release published from the President, Mr. Mohammed Mansoor has expressed his prodigious gratitude to the Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia H. E. Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Deputy Consul General of India - Jeddah Mr. Y Saber and Chief Minister of Karnataka State Shri B. S. Yediyurappafor providing necessary approvals and NOC for the chartered flight operation. He also conveyed his boundless appreciationto Shri B. Y. Raghavendra, Member of Parliament Shimoga District (Karnataka) for his swift support extended to the forum and as well to Dr. Aarathi Krishna, Ex-Deputy Chairperson – NRI Forum of Karnataka – Government of Karnataka for her significant guidance and support on completing this mission.

The forum has thanked all the officers in King Abdul Aziz International Airport Jeddah and Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru for the facilities provided to the passengers. The Forum has thanked all passengers travelled for their calmness and also thanked to all other members of the forum, Staff of ITL Travels and SPICE JET for their tremendous support extended throughout the mission accomplishment.