Qatar: KCF launches 'Gulf Eshara'

August 16, 2016

Doha: Karnataka Cultural Foundation (KCF) - Qatar launched 'Gulf Eshara' Kannada monthly magazine at ICC hall in Doha on Friday August 12 in the presence of U T Khader, minister of food and civil supplies, government of Karnataka, Moulana N K M Shafi Sa-adi, president, Karnataka Sunni Students Federation (SSF) and other dignitaries.

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The ceremony was inaugurated with blessings from Assayed Ahmed Shihabuddin Al Mashoor Thangal Thelekki. In his inaugural speech, Moulana Shafi Sa-adi said, "'Gulf Eshara' enlightens readers with educational, social and religious contents. I urge the people of Karnataka to make use of the magazine which will be circulated monthly."

Being the first in the Gulf to have its own licensed publication, 'Gulf Eshara' is now being printed and published from the UAE. The magazine is already being distributed in KSA, UAE and Oman. Qatar is the 4th country to launch this magazine, which is aimed at reaching all people of Karnataka who work overseas.

Moulana Sa-adi also praised the language used in the magazine, and said "Eminent personalities like Girish Karnad and U R Ananthmurthy have praised the magazine for the language style it uses to communicate with its readers." He also briefed KCF and SSF's role in teaching Islam to thousands of people in North Karnataka.

"Islam and terrorism have no relation. Not a single verse in the Quran or a single Hadith has condemned or made fun of other religions or religious signs. Terrorism has no link with Islam, Muslims, Quran, Hadith or with Prophet," he said, pointing at some biased news that are being propagated, trying to defame Islam around the world. He also recalled the role of several Muslim freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for India's Independence.

Addressing the audience, U T Khader praised leaders and members of Karnataka Cultural Foundation (KCF) for being able to launch the magazine in Qatar as it would help develop Kannada language outside India. He urged parents to raise awareness among their children about Kannada language and insisted people of Karnataka in Gulf, to teach Kannada to their children who are born and brought up in Gulf, there by preserving the state language.

A memorandum was also submitted to the minister on behalf of KCF concerning general issues that are being faced by non-resident Kannadians in Qatar, requesting the attention of government of Karnataka for the best possible solutions.

Greeting the members of KCF, president of KMCA Niyaz Ahmed assured to extend all support from Karnataka Muslim Cultural Association to the KCF in its future activities. Ravi Shetty, president, Tulu Koota Qatar applauded and congratulated KCF on their success in arranging this event, and said that such events are the need of the hour to spread love and peace among different religions and castes to strengthen the society.

The ceremony was presided over by Hafiz Umarul Farooq Saqafi, president, KCF Qatar. Abdul Raheem Sa-adi, general secretary, KCF Qatar, welcomed the gathering.

Abdul Razak Musliyar, president, ICF Qatar National; Siddiq Purayil, MD, Siraj News Daily Qatar; Dr Shameer Moopan, CEO, Aster Medical Group; Arvind Patil, president, ICBF; Subrahmanya Hebbagilu, vice-president, Karnataka Sangha; Suhaib, president, SKMWA; Abdulla Monu Moideen, vice-president, KMCA; Nazeer Pasha, president, Social Forum; Ibrahim Beary, advisor, SKMWA; Jabbar Boliyar, member, taluk panchayat, Mangaluru; Yousuf Saqafi Ayyangeri, president, KCF Qatar Organization Wing; Jamal Azhari, finance convener, Risala Study Circle Gulf Council; Shareef Saqafi, president, KCF Madina Khalifa Zone; Abdul Sattar Gangolli, chairman, KCF reception committee; Ashraf Mudipu, convener, KCF reception committee; Andumai Naunda, treasurer, KCF Qatar; Nagesh Rao; Kasim and several dignitaries, guests, hundreds of KCF members were present at the event. Farook Krishnapura thanked the participants on behalf of the organization.

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Karnataka unit of Indian Social Forum holds blood donation camp in Qatar

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February 4,2020

On the occasion of 71st Republic Day of India, Qatar Indian Social Forum (QISF), Karnataka State organized a blood donation camp in Doha Qatar, in association with Hamad Medical Corporation on 31st January 2020, Friday.

At first, QISF Karnataka State Vice President, Ziaul Huq welcomed the guests, dignitaries and blood donors.

The Blood Donation Camp was inaugurated by ICC President Mr. Manikantan A P who was the Chief guest. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized that, Service to humanity is service to God. By donating the blood, not only we save the lives, but we get blessings also. He also said that punctuality is the key factor in these type of events and should be incorporated by all of us.

QISF Central Committee President, Sayeed Komachi highlighted the necessity and importance of donating the blood and assured QISF a socio cultural organization will always be ready for this noble cause.

Dr. Vishwantha Kini, a well known Radiologist in HMC motivated the donors.

The camp was started at 7.00 A M and ended at 5.30 PM in which 146 people donated the blood out of 185 people registered.

SKMWA President Abdul Majeed and Dr. Haroon from Asian Medical Centre, who were also the Guests in the programme praised the initiative and efforts of QISF.

QISF Central Committee Vice President Salam Kunnamal, General Secretary Basheer Ahmed, Northern States President Fasiuddin, QISF State and Branch Committee members Lathif Madikeri, Zakariya Pandeshwar, Saleem Bangadi, Mujeebulla Khan, Nayeem Belapu, Ibrahim UB, Toufeeq, Anwar Angargundy, Rizwan Kalladka, Asif Bannur, Imtiyaz Karnad, Jaleel Kalladka, Haneef Montepadav, Rafiq Uppinangady and other members were present during the programme.

The program was presided and concluded by QISF Karnataka State President Nazeer Pasha.

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Great job, this will save many lives. Hats off to QISF for this wonderful event on the occasion of Rebulic Day celebration.

Well done qisf...again u did a great work by collecting blood to serve humanity...qosf is a second word for humanity!!

Masha Allah. Good Job done by QISF

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KSCC holds blood donation drive in Dubai

May 2,2020

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club (KSCC) organized Blood Donation Camp at Latifa Hospital, Oud Mehta Dubai on April 23rd, 2020 in association with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and with support from Community Development Authority (CDA) Government of Dubai.

Blood Donation Drive started in the morning at 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Around 48 people participated in this drive and donated blood to support the Dubai Blood Bank.

A potential shortage of blood for transfusions has been occurred due to a significant reduction in voluntary blood donations during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. The current pandemic, health services are now running with shortages of blood availability. To support the DHA Blood Bank KSCC taken initiative to ensure that blood donations continued and are safe for both the donor and the recipient.

After taking safety precaution and safe distance during the blood donation donors feeling happy and honored to participate and donate blood at this pandemic situation. Club Manager Mr. Mohammad Shafi was also present during this event.

KSCC appreciated all the blood donors and be grateful to Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Community Development Authority (CDA), and Government of Dubai for their association for this event. They also thanked the volunteers and supporters.

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Karavali Welfare Association Riyadh holds blood donation camp

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January 27,2020

Riyadh: On the occasion of 71st Republic Day of India, Karavali Welfare Association Riyadh (KWAR) conducted BLOOD DONATION CAMPAIGN on the 17th Jan 2020 at KING SAUD Universities King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh.

This is one of KWARs Prestigious Humanitarian EVENT every year, as we are indebted to serve the society for a Great Cause.

The campaign began at 08:30 am with a theme of Republic Day Celebrations and went on till 3:30 pm. Irrespective of Friday being a weekend and holiday people came in good numbers to donate Blood. The Hospital Staff, The Doctors and the Blood Bank Technicians and others at King Khalid University Hospital were more than happy to serve all those who have participated in this campaign.

KWAR Thanks all the Hospital Staff especially Mr. Salman Baqsh for his introduction of KWAR to Blood Bank and all the arrangements for this campaign, without his support this could not been done. Dr. Zafar Mahmoud for his wonderful support during the campaign and Mr. Abdullah Al Saman for his outstanding Hospitality throughout the campaign. KWAR also thanks all the donors who came all the way voluntarily for this Great Humanitarian Cause. As a token of gesture KWAR awarded Certificate of Appreciation to all the participants.

And KWAR would like to thank specially Mr. Nasir, Representative of Blood Helpline Karnataka, who encouraged many donors and made them to actively participate and donate blood for this noble cause.

KWAR’s core activities was on display on the screen, with most of the Committee members were present at the venue to serve the donors. KWAR thanks all the members, the Executive committee and all those who took their valuable time to organize this event successfully and thank all our well-wishers who supported us for the BLOOD DONATION CAMPAIGN. We in KWAR wish every Donor and the participants a healthy life ahead, and we need everyone's active participation in all our Future events.