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Dubai: ‘The great Khali' to attend ‘Mr Intl Indian’ body building contest

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January 10, 2016

Dubai: Al Zeal Fitness & Dubai Indian Association under the aegis of Emirates Body Building Federation & Rhythm Events have scheduled for the first time ever UAE's biggest Body Building Championship 'Mr. International Indian 2015-16' Bodybuilding Championship competition on 29th & 30th January, 2016. The qualifying rounds will take place in an indoor venue to be finalised soon whereas the final rounds will be held on 30th January, 2016 at Al Nasr Leisure land Ice Rink with whole day event.

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ABOUT THE COMPETITION:

A record breaking participants are expected to be participating in this great event from all over GCC Countries & India and there is a rain of response who have already registered their entries. The competition which is open to all Indian expatriates holding valid Indian Passports will be held in six different weight categories: 60kg - 65kg, 65kg - 70kg, 70kg - 80kg, 80kg - 90kg, 90kg - 100kg, and 100 category. Winner of each category will qualify for the final round. Every category will have first runner up and second runner up prizes too.

PRIZE DETAILS

Again a record breaking biggest prize amount of Rs.1 Million for the Title and Rs.2.5 Million for the 17 other prizes have been announced by the organisers who said that this championship competition is exclusively to promote Indian bodybuilders who have so far produced many other champions while at the same time they were behind the screen unknown.

‘Mr. International Indian’ Title – IRs.1,000,000 with Cup and Certificate

Runner up – IRs. 500,000 with Cup and Certificate
First runner up - IRs. 250,000 with Cup and Certificate
Other three finalist – IRs. 100,000 with Cup and Certificate each.

This will be a golden opportunity for those Indian body builders to bag the International Title overseas. The total event will be professionally organised to International Standards without compromising any of the aspects.

To grace this biggest professional event WWF's World Heavyweight Champion 'The Great Khali' a well known professional wrestler will be arriving all the way from India along with his assistant Bobby. This is Khali's first ever visit to UAE where he has thousands of fan following. The 7-foot-1, 347-pound skyscraper of a WWE Superstar was a tower over all of the WWE Universe. Khali who once was an officer at Punjab State Police always stood out from every crowd not only for his overwhelming size, but also for being the first to blaze a trail to WWE from his native India. Khali’s battle-ready mentality and intimidating presence combined to make him a unique threat to every member of the WWE roster. He had successfully stood tall against celebrated WWE Superstars including The Undertaker, Kane, Big Show, John Cena and Jinder Mahal. And he was the last man standing in a 20-Man Battle Royal on SmackDown in 2007 that allowed Khali to realize his dream of becoming World Heavyweight Champion.

To add, there will be more than 50 well known dignitaries from India who have already booked their air tickets to witness the great sports event. While 2,000 plus Gyms operating in UAE have signed off their support in this event the Emirates Body Building Federation have partnered with their fullest support with eminent Emirati dignitaries have also blocked their dates to witness this first of its kind event in the UAE. The venue is expected to cross 3,500 spectators and all possible security measures will be taken for the smooth handling of this two day event.

Many sponsors have come forward voluntarily to support this biggest sport event in bodybuilding which will be supported by most of the TV medias, Web medias, Newspapers and Magazines of both UAE and Indian.

UAE's well known Bodybuilding Judges will select the final 60 participants out of 1,000 registered participants through the well written criteria of qualifying for this professional bodybuilding contest.

The final 60 selected qualified contesters will present themselves in the final round at the Ice Rink, Al Nasr Leisureland on 30th January, 2016 to finalise the top three winners. The winners will be announced and will be honoured with prize amount and trophy along with certificate of honour. All other participants will also receive Certificate of participation as a honour.

In between the events to add spice and colour to the event, there will be variety of presentations viz., Karate Demonstration, Judo Demonstration, Sumba dance, Standup Comedy, Magic, Music etc. A traditional UAE-India welcome will open up the programme on the final day giving touch to Indo-UAE friendship.

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January 30,2020

Indian Social Forum, Eastern Province Central Committee, Saudi Arabia organized Republic Day program at AlRyan Policlinic Restaurant Auditorium, Dammam on 25th January 2020.

Abdul Waris, Former Chairman of Indian International School Dammam Inaugurated the program.

Wasim Rabbani, president of Indian Social Forum, Eastern Province Central Committee Presided over the program.

Mansoor Shah KFUPM, Indian Social Forum Delhi Zone President, Dr. Fayaz Ahmed from King Fahad University Hospital, Amir Moulavi, Executive Member,  India Fraternity Forum (IFF) Dammam, Nasir Koduvalli, Indian Social Forum, Kerala State President, Dammam, Sharief, Social Forum Karnataka State President, DammamJahangir Moulavi, Tamilnadu State president delivered speech at the program. Mohammed Firoz, Indian Social Forum  President, Jubail read the preamble of constitution. 

 Nameer Kerala , Secretary, Social Forum Central Committee welcomed guests while Ashraf Karnataka, General Secretary, Central Committee delivered vote of thanks and Tahir Hyderabad, Secretary, Indian Social Forum, Central Committee coordinated the program.

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Media Release
February 13,2020

On Friday, February 7, 2020 Tulu Koota Kuwait under the leadership of Dynamic President Ramesh S Bhandary and coordination of Sports Secretary Roshan Quadras  held its annual picnic at Mishref Garden, Kuwait.  Although slight drizzling on the   previous night had caused great concern amongst committee members , yet the  windy and dusty weather did not lessen the enthusiasm and excitement of Tulu Koota Kuwait members.  Over 1000 members enjoyed the fun filled day.

MC of the occasion Mr. Manoj Shetty & Ms. Priya Devadiga welcomed the audience and Chief guests for the event Dr Jeshna Rajan- Badr Al Samaa Clinic, Dr. S.M.Hyther Ali- Chairman of TVS Hyder Group, Mr. John Simon- Group Manager for Corporate Sales and Event Marketing ,  Al Mulla Exchange, Mr Pradeep, owner of Geetherb medicine and Mr. Lokesh & Team from NH Assets.  The program kicked off with Kuwait & Indian National anthem. The guests in their address to audience, praised Tulu Koota Kuwait unwavering efforts to unite people through language, and also the solid philanthropy and charity work being carried by the association was applauded. The presidents  of different South Canara  association in Kuwait were also amongst invited dignitaries for the event, and were welcomed with flower bouquet. This was followed by the release of “ Tulu Nada Jathre flyer”.

Tulu Koota Kuwait President, Ramesh S Bhandary in his speech welcomed the dignitaries and emphasized the significance of the annual picnic gathering. He further elaborated on the innovative concept of “Tulunada Jathre ” being initiated this year, and requested fervent support and participation from all members in  this wonderful program scheduled to be held on Friday,  March 27, 2020 at Indian Central School Indoor Ground Abbasiya. 

As part of days celebration TKK’s Flag hosting  was done  by President , Ramesh Bhandary. “Go Green Global concept” by Tulu Koota members   was the highlight of the inaugural ceremony.  This act was directed by talented committee member Mr. Suresh Salian.

The act beautifully conveyed the message of sustainability, and climate change and raised awareness on how to fight it, how to live green.  The traditional inaugural of the sports event was done by breaking of coconut by Sports Secretary Mr. Roshan Quadras.  TKK First Lady Mrs Anitha Ramesh Bhandary led the sports march holding the traditional torch followed by the  Go Green Global team holding different country flags with plant pots, followed by President, committee members and Sponsors of TKK. The president officially inaugurated the Sports Event by officially lighting the Sports Lamp.

After the inauguration ceremony, the members and kids actively participated in day long sports games and activities meticulously planned out by the Sports committee  for different age groups.  Passing the parcel, Veggies collection, ball bucket, veg shopping , macroni race, hockey, kutti donne, sack race, lagori,  breaking the pot , tyre race, slow cycling, water ballon race, musical chair , kabbadi, volley ball, throw  ball , tug of war, housie housie, kept the members and their families  engaged and entertained. The winners for the competitions were awarded with trophies towards the end of the exciting day.

Delicious and authentic Mangalorean lunch for the event was served by Oriental Restaurant Kuwait.  Sounds and lights support for the event was provided by Anand, while the beautiful moments were captured in camera by Mr.Blen Dsouza and Mr.Rajesh Devadiga

Tulu Koota Kuwait takes this opportunity to thank its committee members, members and volunteers for their dedicated efforts and team spirit and active participation that eventually lead to the huge success of Family Picnic 2020. The Event Sponsors were Al Ahleia Insurance Company SAKP, Al Mulla Exchange, Khain Properties Udupi, Badr Al-Samaa Clinic, TVS Hyder Group and Geetherb.

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Agencies
August 8,2020

Dubai, Aug 7: One may call it good luck, but for two Indian expats it was God who prevented them at the last minute from boarding the Air India Express plane that crashed in Kerala, killing at least 18 people on board.

According to India's Civil Aviation Ministry, the Boeing 737 aircraft on a flight from Dubai to Kozhikode overshot the runway at Kozhikode airport on Friday evening. There were 184 passengers including 10 infants, 2 pilots and four cabin crew onboard the aircraft.

Noufal Moin Vetten, an Ajman resident working as an office boy in a Sharjah school, was booked to travel on the flight and had checked in as per schedule.

Recounting his miraculous escape, Vetten, a resident of Malappuram, Thirunavaya, whose visa was cancelled a week ago, told Gulf News: “I was handed my boarding pass, but when I reached immigration, they told me I had to pay a fine of Dh 1,000 (Rs 20,430) for overstay. I had only Dh 500 (Rs10,215) with me.

"I called my school PRO and he told me to come back. He said they would follow protocols and pay the fines before sending me,“ he said.

Vetten was disappointed and called his family to let them know.

“When I heard about the crash, I was saddened for all the passengers. But I'm so relieved I missed it. God has been really merciful,” said Vetten.

Afsal Parrakodan, a resident of Abu Dhabi, had a similar stroke of luck.

“My work visa was cancelled about a week ago. After getting my boarding pass, I was told I had to pay a fine of Dh1,000 at the immigration counter, but I had only Dh500 on me.”

“I was very keen to board the flight and be with my family. So I called a friend who brought me the additional Dh500, but by then, my baggage had been offloaded and the flight's doors were closed,” said Parrakodan.

“I was feeling very sad and called my mother to tell her I had missed the flight. But a few hours later, when I learnt of the crash, I couldn’t help but feel relieved and thankful to God for saving my life,“ said an overwhelmed Parrakodan who plans to fly back next week. 

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