Karnataka Sports & Cultural Club holds ‘Ahlan UAE -2016’

December 6, 2016

Dubai: Karnataka sports and cultural club (KSCC), an entity registered with Community Development Authority, UAE & Govt of Dubai, recently organized a fun-filled family get-together, ‘Ahlan UAE-2016’ at Crescent English School, Al Qusais, Dubai.

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It was heartening to see families including infants to all age group arriving with great enthusiasm. Kids filled the place with joy and laughter all set for a great fun time. The Family Day Out began with a UAE National Anthem and unity songs by kids. Snacks and soft drinks were served earlier in the day to energize the participants.

Vice President Ismail Mulor addressed the gathering and explained the moto of KSCC, he said this event is to strengthen the bond between Expat Indians residing in UAE, by creating a platform to exhibit their talents through various activities and to encourage adults as well as children to participate in a variety of events, thus strengthening family bonds and ensuring a fun filled evening.

He also explained the recent social works carried out by club like helping local government agencies and concern Embassies for repatriate the dead bodies to home land, Celebrated International Labour Day, Year of Reading program, conducted a blood donation campaign at Al Ghubaiba metro station.

Exciting and fun filled games were conducted to engage the gathering and electrify the day - The overall in charge of the games was Mohammad Faraz Udupi who was actively supported by all the committee members throughout the day. All the announcements were excellently handled by concern members. The significant turnout for the family Get together, included elders, youth and children.

The day, rife with fun and pleasure, involved a variety of games and spot prizes for the various age groups. Attractive Prizes were distributed for the following category of events:

Events for Kids:
• Draw your Dream: Rida Rafiq
• Little Kalakar (Fancy Dress): 1st Prize: Mohammad Zayam and 2nd Prize: Amin Ibrahim
• Voice of Ahlan: Zuha Shaikh D/o of Haneef Mohammed
• Battle of Brains (Quiz):1st Prize Team A: Aaminah, Nayab, Aysha Mida & Ziya Mehvish
2nd Prize Team B: Bilaal, Mohammed Aquib, Ammar & Hafiz
Events for Men:
• King of Moves (Chess): Mr. Mohammad Haneef
• Nishanebaaz (Dart Game): 1st Prize: Mr. Sayed Irfan, 2nd Prize: Mr. Abdul Rahman
• Sultan(Arm Wrestling): Mr. Mohammad Yaqub
• Men in Tradition: 1st Prize: Ibrahim Dubal and 2nd Prize: Mr. Shahadath Thumbay

Events for Women:
• Dessert Queen: 1st Prize: Mrs. Shifa Fathima, 2nd Prize: Nayala Faruq
• Mehndi Contest: 1st Prize: Mrs. Pamshira Faqruddin, 2nd Prize: Mrs. Shabreena Ershad
• Creative Touch (Craft): 1st Prize: Mrs. Asma Thaseen, 2nd Prize: Mrs. Saba Shareef.

Everyone enjoyed and appreciated the lavish and delicious evening snacks and a grand dinner buffet served by Tandoor Caterers. Further as a felicitation to support the guests and participants, Malbar Gold and Diamonds Sponsor Raffle Draw for Diamond Ring was conducted.

The event was successfully and systematically coordinated by committee members. The fun filled day and its success would not have been possible without the invaluable input and continued support of each office bearer and committee member. Each individual did his best to put up a successful event which was enjoyed and appreciated by all present.

Mohammad Faraz Udupi and Zunaid compered the event successfully coordinated and was well supported by the rest of the managing committee members. Iqbal Pandeshwar Team captured beautiful moments of the entire event. Thank you goodie bags were distributed to all the kids present.

Chief guests for the prize distribution event were Mr. Mohammad Akarm, Managing Director, Al Sitara Gulf Contracting and General Maintenance and Mr. Siddik Uchil from BWF, Abu Dhabi, and President of KSCC Janab Ashraf Ali were also present during conclusion the program. KSCC thanked the management of Crescent English School Management for providing the school premises and facilities, the judges who graced the event, hardworking volunteers and most importantly all those who came forward and participated, making this event a grand success. Club Secretary, praised and gave due credit to all those who sponsored to make the event a success.

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Comments

Well done KSCC

Good event

Well done KSCC

Nice event ever attended

Well organized

Well done KSCC, a well organized event, with full of fun and creativity. Families including children of all age groups enjoyed with great enthusiasm. Keep it up....wish to see more such programs in near future.

Masha Allah Nice Program. Thanks for organizer and volunteer their remarkable work.

Mash allah nice program.

Ahlan \Lets Make Memories Together\" was really a memorable event , were in maximum Attendees participated in one or the other event which was really appreciable.
Very Well Organised , hope more to come in future."

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Bahrain: Kannadiga delegates meet Indian Embassy Second Secretary

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May 12,2020

Manama: Kannada Sangha Bahrain President Mr. Pradeep Shetty and Vice President of Bahrain's prestigious KHK HEROES Foundation Mohammed Mansoor on Monday, May 11, met The Second Secretary (Consular & CW) of the Embassy of India, Bahrain Mr. P. K. Chowdhury in the Indian Embassy.

The situation, problems and relief of Indians and Kannadigas residing in Bahrain during the COVID 19 Pandemic was discussed in detail. The distribution of food (dry ration) kits, as well as those seeking repatriation, was also discussed in the meeting.

When asked about the repatriation of distressed Kannadigas, the Second Secretary said that though the number of Kannadigas who wish to return home is not much compared to the rest of the states, still Embassy is compiling all the information and will do the needful soon.

Mr. Shetty and Mr. Mansoor told the Second Secretary that those who are in problem can contact them and they are ready to do their best.

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AIE plane crash: Two NRIs in UAE thank God for missing flight at last moment

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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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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.