UAE Amchigele Samaj conducts Talents’ Day 2012

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May 16, 2012

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Dubai, May 16: The UAE Amchigele Samaj, an organization of GSB Konkani-speaking people based in UAE, organized its annual talents day programme on recently the Gems Millennium School-Auditorium, Dubai.

The Secretary of the Samaj, Mrs. Pragati Shenoy, started the day's proceedings by giving a brief history and purpose of holding the event. The Samaj President Mr. Rajiv Kamat welcomed the audience. He informed the audience of the upcoming events of the Samaj and also urged the Samaj Bandhavas to wholeheartedly support the activities of the Samaj.

There were a record number of 144 entries for the various competitions that were held under four categories viz. Sub Junior, Junior, Senior and Adult.

The competitions held were:

*Best out of waste - a fancy dress competition for Sub Juniors

* Dancing (Boys & Girls) for Juniors

* Karaoke for Senior (Teenagers)

* Creative Craft for Juniors

* Rangoli for Adults (Female)

* Extempore Speaking in Konkani for teenagers. This was a surprise element at the event as it was announced on the same day and entries were taken without specifying the details of the competition.

* Karaoke for adults (Male & Female)

*Fataa Poster Nikla Hero - Amchi Hero- for adults (Male)

The judges for the various competitions were Mrs. Suman Bhat, Mrs. Surekha Kamath, Mrs. Aruna Kamath, Mr. Nigel Soans, Mrs. Shruthi Kamath, Mrs. Sneha Prabhu, Ms. Monica Valdar, Mr. Harish Pai, Mrs. Sadhana Mallya, Mrs. Nirmala Kamath, Mrs. Vidya Rao, Mrs. Chandrika Kini, Mrs. Savita Kamath, Mrs. Radhika Pai and Mr. Narasimha Kudva.

Most of the competitions were anchored by children, while a few events were anchored by adults. The child anchors were Kriti Kamath, Stuti Kamath, Unnati Nayak, Ritika Nayak, Nikhil Pai, Sadhana Bovikan, Aditi Keertani, Riya Shenoy, Meghna Bhat and Hamsika Shanbhag. Their performances were one of the highlights of the day wherein they entertained the crowd with their fluent vocabulary and one liners. Their efforts were also applauded by the audience in a whole hearted manner. The Adults who anchored some of the competitions were Mrs. Rekha Nayak, Mrs. Anuradha Kamath and Mrs. Veena Pai. They entertained the audience with their witty remarks infused with humor.

The 400-strong audience enjoyed the performances by the children who showed great confidence in coming up on stage and performing without any trace of stage fear. Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Snacks were served during the daylong event.

The Samaj's Vice-President Mr. Shailesh Shenoy proposed the vote of thanks. The Judges & the Anchors were felicitated first & then the Prizes were distributed to the winners of the Competitions.

Dr. Janardhan Shenoy from Abu Dhabi, who would be turning 60 years of age, was also felicitated by the committee for his enthusiasm and continuous participation in the various competitions of the Samaj year after year. He has proved that age is never a bar for having a competitive spirit in a person also set an example for people that it is participation that matters and not winning or losing. As a mark of respect all the members in the Auditorium stood up and gave him a standing ovation.

It was a day filled with fun and entertainment for all people who attended. Audience were glued to their seats during all the performances cheering all the Participants throughout.

The winners of the competitions were:

Sr. No.

Competition

1st Prize

2nd Prize

3rd Prize

1

Sub-junior fancy dress

Aditya Mallya

Amogh Kamath

Saasha Shenoy

2

Juniors Dance (Boys)

Sarthak Nayak

Shashank Shenoy

Vignesh Kini Gurpur

3

Junior Dance (Girls)

Riya Shenoy

Neha Prabhu

Meghana Bhat

4

Juniors Creative Crafts (6 to 9)

Shreya Kamath, Aditi Kamath

Pratiksha Prabhu, Avani Kamath

Aniruddh Kamath, Tushar Bhakta

5

Juniors Creative Crafts (9 to 12)

Sindhu Kamath

Prerana Pai

Unnati Nayak

6

Seniors Singing

Aditi Kini

Sadhana Gajanan

Tanvi Bhakta

7

Seniors Group Competition

Rohit Shenoy & Team

Sadhana Bovikan & Team

8

Male singing (Karaoke )

Kailash Prabhu

Vasudeva Kamath

Prashant Shenoy

9

Female singing (Karaoke)

Shruthi Kamath

Jyotsna Shenoy

Arun Kamath

10

Ladies Rangoli Competition

Geetha Nayak

Nandita Prabhu

Poornima Shenoy

11

Amchi Hero

Raghavendra Prabhu

Dr.Janardhan Shenoy

Satyanath Bhat

12

Teen Surprise

Pratiksha Kamath

Prerana Pai

Aditi Keertani

All the participants of the Sub Junior fancy dress competition were awarded medals as a token of Appreciation for their participation. In the Junior Dance-Girls category, due to an overwhelming response and tough competition, a Consolation Prize was announced, which was bagged by Ms. Vindhya Pai.



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May 20,2020

Jeddah: Indian Pilgrims Welfare Forum (IPWF) under the patronage of consulate General of India Jeddah related to welfare activities connected to Indian hajj pilgrims in particular and welfare functions of Indian community at large, organized Quran recitation competition for Indian students of age 10 to 14 residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Grand Finale was conducted Live online via Zoom virtual conference on Friday 15th May 2020 at 14:45 Hrs.

The Consul General Of India, Jeddah and Vice Patron IPWF, H.E.Mr. Md. Noor Rahman Shiekh graced the Grand Finale as honorable Chief Guest. The HOC, Consul Hajj and Director IPWF - Mr. Y Sabir attended as Guest of Honor, while the ever-exuberant President of the forum Mr. Ayyub Hakeem lead the event. A large number of Indian dignitaries and media personnel also joined this live event.

Judges panel included three experienced youths. First judge was the Prominent Hafiz and one of the best Qaris of his calibre, Hafiz Ismail Yahya Bilal, well educated in Qirat from Umm Al Qura University Makkah and currently persuing Masters. He also holds many honors and accolades from various international competitions and appreciations from Imaams of Haramain. The other judge, Hafiz Abdullah A.Mateen Usmani, first position winner, a record for being youngest Indian to win Jeddah Quran competition 2018 under patronage of Jeddah Governor.  Hafiz Farhan Abdur Rab, was the third judge, an Engineer by profession, as well as current Treasurer at IPWF.

Winners; Humeirah Masood Kazi and Furqan Mohammed Vasi Ahmed won Gold position. Maryam Jaffar and Adil Abdul Rasheed ranked Silver while Khatija Ehtesham Ali and Nadeem Noorisha ranked Bronze. Consolation prizes were given to Aamina Mustafa and Mohammed Ahsan Ali. The event was organized to encourage and boost the ambitions of young generation and inspring them to bring out their best in Quran Recitation

While speaking at the event Chief Guest H.E.Mr. Md.Noor Rahman Sheikh appreciated the social works of IPWF for Indian Community, praised the brilliant performance of students, He said it gives us great pleasure seeing that all participants, Judges and Jury members are Indians, he said the recitation of the children was fantabulous, and congratulated to the winners and participants. Chief Guest further said President Ayyub Hakeem and his IPWF Team deserves to be appreciated for their relentless efforts for this Noble cause, even in this period when the world is observing lockdown.

HOC, Consul Hajj Mr. Y Sabir appreciated IPWF team for organizing this virtual competition, he said it’s really amazing that 111 students registered to participate for the contest, he appreciated the hard work of children and efforts of parents for preparing their children.

Mr. Hakeem welcomed all and informed that this competition received overwhelming response from Indian community locally and internationally in short time since its launch was just couple of days earlier. Which compliments events Objective to encourage children “mainly Indians residing in Saudi Arabia” especially during the month of Quran “Ramadan” and lockdown period #COVID-19. 

40 contestants made it to the Semifinals, and 15 Students reached the Grand Finale, 2 young children were given consolation for their enthusiastic recitation. 

The President also appreciated his IPWF Team for unwavering support in preparation of this event.  He thanked the Chief Guest, HE Mr. Md. Noor Rahman Sheikh and Guest of Honor Mr. Y Sabir for gracing this glorious competition. He Thanked the audience and announced that all contestants will be awarded appreciation “digital certificate’

Syed Nasir Khursheed anchored the program, and entertained with beautiful Urdu couplets. Farhan Abdur Rab and Abdul Rahman Poyakkara conducted the contest flawlessly on time. Farhan, concluded the event with Vote of Thanks and soleful dua.

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Media Release
March 2,2020

MOGAVEERS ASSOCIATION Affiliated KUWAIT, to Indian embassy Kuwait, the community welfare association of non-resident Mogaveeras, based in Kuwait Fo the fourth time MAK organised, National level Volleybal & Throw Ball Tournament under the title of “MAK Champion Trophy 2020 “on 25th February 2020. The tournament was held at American Internation Schoo Maidan Hawally,Kuwait.

The tournament coincided with the National day of Kuwait celebration The weather was pleasant, the participants & the MAK members were all geared up for the tournament. 

The day long tournament commenced at 7.30 am with a parade of all the participating Teams the MAK Managemen Committee Volunteers & th guests. The grand opening was led by talented committee member Mr.Suresh Salian.On behalf of MAK Management Committee Mrs Poonam Mendon & Mr.Nishanth Salian, the host for the day welcomed the gathering. This was followed by Kuwait & Indian National Anthem.

The chief Guests of the day were Mr.Anant Kapadia who is the chairman o Indian Bussiness & professionl Counil Kuwait & Mr.P.K Venkat De Chief operating Office of Art of livingTheother guest for the day was Mr.Suresh Shyam Raowho is a Freelance Press reporter fo web new portals & print media. The guests were presented with a flore Bouquet Mr.Ramesh Kidiyoor Convenor & Founder President of MAK was honou for his excellent service & contribution towards MAK Mrs Monika Cornelio Co-ordinator of Kuwait Konkan (Throw Ball)& Mr Noel Cutniha Manage of Boubyan Stikers(Volle Ba were honoured for their excellent contribution towards sports in Kuwait & also for their outstanding support for MAK.

Mr.Chennara MK Senior member of MAK was honoured with a momemto bouquet for his excellent service & contribution towards MAK ,as he was leaving Kuwait for good.

Mr.Rajesh Mendon, President of MAK in his speech welcomed the gathering and stressed the importance of playing with true sportsman spirit and thanked all the teams for their support as this event is done for MAK welfare projects. The guests in their speech encouraged the players & conveyed their best wishes and good luck to the participating teams and organizers.

The president of MAK Mr.Rajesh Mendon ,Convenor Mr.Ramesh Kidiyoor along with the chief guest inaugurated the Volley Ball & Throw Ball tournament by cutting the ribbon .The Medals & trophies of the tournament were unveiled by sports Secretary Mr.Arun Mendon and PRO & Welfare officer Mr.Jaya Kotian.

Mrs Geetha Suvarna Committee member of MAK Along with Mrs Monika Cornelio inaugurated the Throw ball Court & Mr.Sachidananda Suvarna Vice president of MAK along with Guests ianugrated the Volley ball Court by servicing the ball.

The other guests for the day Mr.Wilson Dsouza-Expresident Tulukoota, Mr.Tharendra Shettigar Expresident Tulukoota, Mr.Vijay Wilson Gen Secretary Tulukoota, Mr.Roshan Quadras Sports Secretary Tulukoota ,Mr.Lional Mascarenhas Welfare Officer Tulukoota , Mr.Manoj Bangera-Advisor Billava Sangha, Mrs Sushma Manoj Vice President of Billava Sangha, Mr.Lawrence Pinto,Mr.Ganesh Hegde, Mr.Vakas Khan & Mr.Sudakar Shetty Convenor of Tulukoota. All of them were honoured with a bouquet.

The participating Volley Ball Teams were as below

Bayan Salmiya, Boubyan Strikers, Riggae Volley, Kunjal Friends,Salmiya Spikers, KSAC, MKV stikers

The participating Throw Ball Teams were as below

Canara Eleven, Dragon Sorpions Queens,Warriors, Kuwait Konkans A,Alfa, Kuwait Konkans B & Scorpions

The volleyball inaugural first round match started between Bayan Salmiya & Salmiya Spikers & the first round of throw ball inaugural match was between Canara Eleven & Warriors. The teams played with full enthusiasm and viewers enjoyed and experienced the spectacular show. As the day progressed matches kept rolling one after another.

The Event Sponsors were TVS Travels & Cargo Co. WLL
Gold Sponsor were Oriental Restaurant Kuwait,Silver Sponsor Badar Al Samah Medical center 

Bestwishes from Vision Direct logistics, Mr.Wilson D'Souza & family & Mrs Monika Cornelia 

Printing of Raffle was sponsored By Turmeric Restaurant

The referees for Volley Ball were Mr.Alexander Mathew & Mr.Sajan Samuel

The referees for Throw Ball were Mr.Ivan Dsouza & Mr.Arun Mendon.

The scorers for Throw Ball Team were Mrs.Geetha Suvarna, Mr.Rakshith Suvarna & Mr.Ganesh Hegde

The scorers for Volley ball team were Mr.Kishore Kotian, Mr.Nithin Suvarna & Mr.Santhosh Kunder

The announcements was done by Mr.Girish Mehta & Mr.Kishore Kotian

Sumptuous Breakfast, Lunch & snacks was provided by Bollywood Restaurant

Beautiful moments of the day was captured by the Mr.Rajesh Devadiga

Design of Brochure & Banner by Mr.Sachidanada Suvarna.

Wonderful Back ground Music By DJ Mr.Ronald D'Souza Mulky

Sound System was provided by Anand Sounds

Winners

The Volley Ball ended with a finale of Final matches between MKV Strikers & Team Boubyan Strikers After a tough Battle between the two strong teams, Team Boubyan Strikers bagged the Winners Trophy & Team MKV Strikers were declared the First Runner up.The second runners up trophy was won by Reggai Volley. MAK Player of the tournament for Volley Ball was secured by Mr.Rahul of Team Boubyan Strikers.

On the other hand, throw ball tournament ended with League matches. Team Dragon Scorpion Queens defeated the opponents and became the winners for the Fourth Consecutive year. 1st Runners up was won by Kuwait Konkans A and Team Alfa stood up as the 2nd Runners. MAK Player of the tournament for throw ball was secured by Ms. Hancil Pinto of Team Dragon Scorpion Queens. 

Prize distribution ceremony

Mr.Firoz Manager of TVS Cargo & Travels Co,Mr.Sathischandra Shetty Owner of Oriental restaurant, Mr.Chandrahas Shetty- PRO & Expresident Tulukoota Graced the prize distribution ceremony As a token of respect they were presented with a floret Bouquet

President Mr.Rajesh Mendon, Convenor Mr. Ramesh Kidiyoor along with the guest awarded the trophies and medals to winners, whereas the MAK members gave away the trophies & medals to runners up team & the individual achievers. 

A Raffle Draw was conducted by MAK & the winners are as below

1st Prize : Mr.Muruganathan
2nd Prize : Mrs.Lancy Fernandes
3rd Prize : Mr.Ganesh Kotian 

The 10 consolation prize winners were Yadav Reggai, Athaulla, Imtiyaz, Irin Dsouza, Arif, Prakash Poojary, Pranavi Laksh, Ajith Kumar & Sudesh

In her vote of Thanks Mrs.Poonam Mendon thanked each and everyone who were responsible for the success of the tournament, Participants,sponsor's, organisers, MAK Vounteers, MAK management Committee & Executive Committee. Finally a special thanks was given to the Management & Staff of American International School Maidan Hawally for the awesome venue. 

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Media Release
June 1,2020

Kuwait: Eid is usually a time of family get-togethers and feasts after weeks of dawn-to-dusk fasting. But this year people celebrated at home, with virus fears dampening the holiday spirit and strict restrictions in place.

Kuwait went under full curfew before the start of Ramadan leaving people to practice fasting and Ramadan rituals at home, Even Eid al-Fitr came under full lock-down period.

As situation demanded, IMA Kuwait celebrated the Eid Get-together online via video conferencing tool, All IMA members participated joyfully in Eid Milan online gathering which was scheduled immediately after Eid prayer. Members participated and congratulated each other on the eve of Eid.

The IMA president Shamvel Parviz addressed the gathering and thanked them for joining online for this unique Eid celebration which will be remembered in history. He also advised members to be aware of conditions of neighbors, friends and family and assist them if they need help in this difficult time.

Eid al-Fitr follows weeks of fasting and marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Thousands of Muslims all over Kuwait followed strict guideline and performed Eid prayer at home along with their family.

As a part of social service activities IMA also distributed ration kits before start of Ramadan and during Ramadan for needy people all over Kuwait.

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