Riyadh: Karavali Bulls win Karavali Kabaddi championship-2018

Media Release
January 27, 2018

Riyadh: Karavali Welfare Association Riyadh Saudi Arabia conducted tis maiden national level Kabaddi championship at Riyadh on January 19 at H.F.Stadium, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

KWAR president Santhosh Shetty welcomed the guests and sponsors as well as all the Kabaddi enthusiasts gathered in the stadium. Generous contributions from KWARs well-wishers’ Universal Spare parts Abdul Latif, Taj Restaurant’s Kevin Nazareth, Hi Chef restaurants Shameer Rahiman, Sallap Shetty Udupi, Bhaskar K C. Jagadish Shetty, Prasanna Rao, Yathiraj Malpe, Nelson Dsouza, Mahesh Hegde, Rajesh Kumar, Hamid Nazir, Usman Gulvadi, Irfan Abubaker, Ramesh Shetty, Iqbal Tanzeem, Prakash Shetty, Hussain Shaafi, Dilip Kumar, G.K. Sheik, Santhosh Shetty Ardi, were able to make this Championship A DREAM COME TRUE. All the Sponsors were felicitated with flower bouquet.  Vice president Muzaffar Ali,  General Secretary Nelson Dsouza, Treasurer Mahesh Hegde, Former President Rajesh Kumar, Former President of MASA Dammam Narendra Shetty & Gopal Shetty were at the dais.

A total number of 9 teams Participated in this Premium event, who came from as far as Jeddah, Jubail, Alhasa and Dammam. The following teams participated in the championship: 1. Karavali Bulls 2. Sultan Attackers 3. Karavali Super Riders 4. Jubail Friends 5. Bhatkal Community Jeddah 6. Classic Friends Puttur 7. Universal Riyadh Indians 8. ISF AlHasa 9. Arab Traders.

The tourney began at 4 p.m., after the event was inaugurated by Abu Abdullah, the owner of H.F. Sports Stadium along with our Major sponsors and after the players were given oath of spirit of sportsmanship by KWARS former President Rajesh Kumar. The game was wide open and it was a surprise treat for the huge numbers of Kabaddi loving spectators gathered in the stadium, irrespective of a Chilly Fridayevening. After the League Matches among the 9 teams with 3 groups, 6 teams were qualified and divided in to 2 groups and 2 each from these groups were qualified to play semifinals of the mega Kabaddi championship. Karavali Bulls, Bhatkal Community Jeddah, ISF Alhasa and Classic Friends Puttur Qualified and reached the semi-finals, with mesmerizing Kabaddi play which enthralled the Huge crowd who were at their toes.  It was a history day for Karavali Welfare Association Riyadh, the organization with a “Unity is Our Strength” slogan stepping in to their 10th Glorious Years in service of needy Indians.

The first semi-final payed between Bhatkal community Jeddah and Classic Friends Puttur saw some wonderful see-saw battle between both the teams but All-round play by Bhatkal Community Team won the place in first ever FINALS of Karavali Kabaddi Championship 2018.  The second Semifinal played between the Multi-Talented Karavali Bulls and ISF Alhasa team.  ISF Alhasa fought valiantly to surrender to the much stronger Karavali bulls who reached the Finals to play for championship match against Bhatkal Community Jeddah. 

The final match was a match between two top Kabaddi teams of Saudi Arabia. As expected the huge crowd did not miss the thrilling entertainment these two top teams provided to the gathered who were there to watch the final at the wee hours of midnight defying a cold and breezy weather to cheer up their respective teams. After a few early hiccups, Star studded Karavali Bulls Lead by captain cool Suraj Shetty deservingly won the championship-2018 with final score of 27-10.  The crowd and supporters of Karavali Bulls were ecstatic and the history was created in this first ever national level Kabaddi championship, well organized by Karavali Welfare Association Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The scorers were Murali, Jaykar Poojary and Ashwat Rai did a commendable job. Abbas Mani, Dilip Kumar, Bhaskar Salian and Siraj ably supported Chief Referee Mr. Sandip Shetty to conduct all the matches in a free and fair manner.

This championship wouldn’t have been successful without the special efforts from Our executive members, and KWAR members specially Rajesh Kumar Prasanna Rao Mahesh Hegde,  Irfan Abubaker, Nelson Dsouza, Anoop Shetty Subhash Shetty, Jagannath Kotian, Gopinath, Bhaskar Salian , Murali, Suraj Shetty, Umesh Shetty, Arjun Murthy, Sudhir Shetty  Salman Nour, Yathiraj Malpe, Hussain Shafi,  Varun Shetty, Sunil Hegde, Bhaskar P. M. Shrikant Hejamadi, Nazeer Ahmad, G.k.Sheikh, Iqbal Tanzeem, Jayakar Poojary, Ashwath Rai, Dilip Kumar and Nitin Rai Kukkuvalli.

KARAVALI BULLS were represented by Captain Suraj Shetty. Arjun Murthy, Mohd Fakruddin, Sudhir Shetty, Rashid Badsha, Mohd Farooq, Varun Shetty, Mohd Razak, Raja and Manager Prasanna Rao. Kabaddi Fans are reminded that KARAVALI BULLS were the Reigning CHAMPIONS of KABADDI Tournament conducted by NRI Sports Federation at Jeddah in March last year.

The following were the winners of Kabaddi Championship 2018:

1.    The Champions         : KARAVALI BULLS RIYADH

2.    Runners Up               : BHATKAL COMMUNITY JEDDAH

3.    Best Disciplined Team    : JUBAIL FRIENDS

4.    Best Rider                : MOHD.FAKRUDDIN, KARAVALI BULLS

5.    Best Catcher           : RASHID BADSHA, KARAVALI BULLS

6.    Man of the Tournament: MOHD. HAMAD SIDDIQA, BHATKAL COMMUNITY JEDDAH

All the winners were presented with Medals and Champions and Runners up were Presented with Trophies and Cash prizes. Referee Sandeep Shetty who came specially from Dammam to supervise the Kabaddi matches was felicitated by KWAR President Santhosh Shetty. Mr. Santhosh Shetty Thanked all Executive committee members, members of KWAR, Sponsors, and all guests as well as All the Kabaddi Fans gathered in the stadium. He specially thanked national Kabaddi player Sukesh Hegde who sent his best wishes to KWAR management for the success of Kabaddi championship. KWAR President urged everyone to join hands with KWAR cause.   event ended with a recitation of the National Anthem.

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Media Release
January 16,2020

Kuwait: The Fourth annual general body meeting of Mogaveers Association Kuwait (MAK) was held on January 3rd 2020 at Tamarind Restaurant , Abu Halifa, Kuwait.

Mr. Suresh Salian who was an excellent host for the day welcomed all the MAK members to the event & thereby invited all the committee members to the dais.

As is customary and traditional, the proceedings of the MAK AGM commenced with  Kuwait & Indian National Anthem followed by a prayer song sung by Mr.Santhosh Kunder.

The lighting of the lamp was done by the President Mr. Rajesh Mendon, Conevener Mr. Ramesh Kidiyoor the Management Committee members Mrs. Poonam Mendon, Mr. Kishore Kotian ,Mr. Arun Mendon, Mr. Dinesh Suvarna & senior MAK members Mr. Gopal Suvarna, Mr. Ashok Suvarna ,Mr. Shekar Thingalaya and guest  Smt. Prema Mendon who was on visit to Kuwait.

The General Secretary, Mrs. Poonam Mendon read the Annual Report of the activities of the association for the year 2019. While the Treasurer Mr. Kishore Kotian read out the financial report for the year, both of which were approved by the members.

Some of the major events of 2019 are as follows MAK organized its third indoor, National level Volleyball & Throw Ball Tournament under the title of “MAK Champion Trophy 2019 “ which was held on 25th Feb American International School, Maidan Hawally, Kuwait

As part of the welfare project Scholarships were given to First three Meritorious students of Mogaveera Management Schools in India Mahalaksmi English Medium School, Uchila & Sagar Vidya Mandir, Beach Road, Padubidri.

The outgoing members of the management committee Mr. Kishore Kotian, Mrs. Poonam Mendon, Mrs. Kusuma Girish, Mr. Dinesh Suvarna & Mr. Paresh Karkera were honoured with mementos for their dedicated service to the association.

President Mr.Rajesh Mendon is his speech urged all the members to be united He also assured the members, that management committee would support and provide help to any member who is in need of help. He urged everyone to Support & come forward for the upcoming event “MAK Champion Trophy 2020” a National Level Volley Ball & Throwball tournament which will be held on 25th Feb 2020 at American International School,Maidan Hawally, Kuwait.

Convener Mr.Ramesh Kidiyoor urged all the members to come forward showcase their talent and increase the visibility of the Assocation in Kuwait & take the association to the next level.
MAK’s Seniormost member Mr. Gopal Suvarna was presented with a florel bouquet to mark 75th year of his birthday.Our guest Smt. Prema Mendon was also presented with a bouquet as a mark of respect.

As part of the welfare project scholarship of INR.10,000 was given to Master Rishab Puthran Son of active member Mr. Srinivas Puthran who has scored 95.36% in S.S.L.C.

The Main attraction of the AGM was Bhajan & Kolata which was beautifully choreographed by Mr.Suresh Salian & performed by Mrs. Geetha Suvarna & Team. Audience were mesmerised with the performance.The participants were Mrs.Geetha Suvarna, Mrs.Ranjitha Pandari Kanchan,Mrs.Poonam Mendon, Mr.Arun Mendon,Mr.Dinesh Suvarna,Mr.Kishore Kotaian, Mr.Rajesh Mendon,Mr.Kiran Kuamar,Mr,Dhanajaya Salian, Mr,Manoj Amin, Mr.Neishant Salian,Mr.Nithin Suavarna,Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Prashanth Kunder .Solo dance performance was given by Mr.Arun Mendon.

Games were Conducted By Mr.Suresh Salian & Mrs Geetha Suvarna which was enjoyed by all the MAK members .Melodious songs were sung by renowned artist of MAK Mr. Suresh Salian, Mr.Jaya Kotian,Mr.Purandara Manchi,Mr.Dinesh Suvarna Mr.Dhananjaya Mendon & Mr.Kishore Kotian.

The returning officer, Mr.Nithin Suvarna announced the new managing committee for the year 2020. The group unanimously relected Mr.Rajesh Mendon as the president.

The officer bearers for 2020 are as follows:

President               :   Mr.Rajesh Mendon, Suratkal
Vice President        :   Mr.Sachidanad Suvarna, Yermal Bada
General Secretary   :   Mr.Dhananjaya S Salian, Malpe
Treasurer               :   Mr.Lakshmeesh Salian,Malpe
Cultural Secretary  :   Mr.Prashanth Kunder ,Malpe
Sports Secretary     : Mr.Arun Mendon, Boloor
P.R.O & Welfare officer : Mr.Jaya Kotian,Kinnimulki

The managment committee members introduced themselves, thanked and assured all the members for rendering their best service during their tenure.

President, Mr.Rajesh Mendon in his speech thanked all the members for relecting him as president.

Below Welfare Projects would continue as informed by the President

-Death Grant of IRS. 1,00,000/- in case of death of any active member, financial help will be provided to next of kin of the deceased.

-Financial help (Health Grant) of IRS. 25,000/- will be given to the members in case of serious health issues or permanent
disability or severe injury due to accident.

- Merit Cum Means Scholarship- Children of MAK members residing in Kuwait or India would be awarded Scholarship of IRS. 10,000/- for 10th Standard Students & IRS. 20,000 for 12th Standard Students.

Scholarship for Mogaveera Management School in India President, Mr. Rajesh Mendon also announced that scholarship of IRS. 7,000/- , IRS. 5,000/- & IRS. 3,000/- would be awarded to the First three Meritorious students respectively for the year of 2019-2020, for the following schools of the Mogaveera Community Mahalaksmi English Medium School, Uchila Sagar Vidya Mandir,Beach Road, Padubidri

The new management Committee welcomed the new year 2020 in a traditional way by distributing the “OleBella” (palm jaggery) to all the members.

Executive Committee of 20 members were announced by the President who are as follows 

Mr.Suresh Salian, Dr.Vikyath Boloor,Mr Divakar Kotian, Mr.Kishore Kotian,Mr.Kiran Kumar,Mr.Purandar Manchi, Mr.Neishant Salian, Mrs.Geetha Suvarna,Mr,Rakshith Suvarna,Mr.Srinivas Puthran,Mr.Nithin Suvarna, Mrs.Kusuma Girish,Mrs.Poonam Mendon,Mrs. Ranjitha Pandari Kanchan, Mr.Pandari Kanchan, Mr.Santhosh Kunder,Mr.Kaushik Kanchan &Mr.Manoj Amin Katapady, Mr.Ramesh Kunder, & Mr.Jeevan Amin

Followed by, A Sumptuous Lunch was served by Tamarind Restaurant.

Prizes were given away to the winners of games.

Mr.Jeevan Amin & Mr.Arun Mendon for musical Chair.

Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Kiran Kumar for Group Game.

Mr.Dhanjaya Salian,Mrs Indiara Purandar & Mr,Baskar Amin for Alphabetical bingo Game.

Mr.Sudesh Puthran & Mr.Vittal Sriyan for passing the parcel.

Mr.Nithin Suvarna & Mr.Lakmeesh Salian for Pillow Game.

Mr.Shekar Amin,Mr.Jayanth Kunder,Mr.Neishant Salian,Mr,Purandar Manchi,Mrs Ranjitha Kanchan,Mr.Arun Mendon,Mrs.Indira Purandar & Mr Arun Mendon won the Housie Housei.

Quiz was won by Mr.Arun Mendon & Mr.Ramesh Kunder.

Surprise gifts was won by Mr.Dhananjaya Salian & master Kanishk Kumar.

“Lucky Mogaveera” was won Mr.Jeevan Amin.

Beautiful Moments of the day were captured by Mr.Kiran Kumar,
Music was played by D.J Neishanth Salian
In his  vote of thanks Mr.Dhananjaya Salian expressed his gratitude to each and every member who supported to make the event successful.

It was totally a funfilled day for all the MAK members who enjoyed all the activities memories of which such always be cherished.

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Media Release
May 14,2020

Dubai: A non-profitable social organization, KSCC is delivering a great service to the community during this pandemic situation.

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club is a civil organization registered under Community Development Authority (CDA) involved in implementing various UAE government initiatives, blood donation drives, health campaigns, sport events, charity works, awareness programs and much more.

KSCC is currently actively liaising with Dubai government authorities in discharging the needs and requirements of the people in these challenging covid-19 pandemic times. It is also involved the activities such as logistics, coordinating stores, mobilizing isolation centers, equipping quarantine facilities and volunteering services.

During these testing times, KSCC is also facilitating the Guidance to the general public, follow-up up to 122 covid positive cases, counselling the affected, assisting the references and providing the ever-necessary emotional support by setting up a team of 24 reserved persons for call center helplines.

As per the request from DHA (Dubai Health Authority) KSCC has successfully organized the blood donation drive and donated upto 141 units of blood with the help of KSCC members & supporters.

Apart from above, KSCC is also engaged in serving needy by distributing the food provisional kit (Yestahloon) from the very 1st day of lockdown till day by their special task force team under guidelines of CDA, and also taking into consideration the month of Ramadan, team is successfully distributing Iftar food & provision kit with the help of donors.

In the 1st Phase, KSCC covered 2421 beneficiaries by providing 440 provisional food kits, 435 food pack and 529 Iftar kits.

As per the CDA guidelines, club is also engaged in following up the health condition of senior citizens living in UAE.

KSCC special team is also engaged in clearing documentation and formalities related to dead body repatriation until its final procedures and handing over to relatives with help of UAE governments authorities. Total 5 dead bodies are repatriated in their 1st phase of service.

KSCC is also having a center controlled special task team to assist all above activities during the covid-19 pandemic to continue the services to general public.

KSCC thanks all Government authorities, Members in different task team, supporters and Sponsors company MAERSK, MALABAR GOLD & DIAMOND and TAMIL ENTREPRENEUR for their support and also request extend their support to consolidate the above demanding service and deliver our best possible assistance not only because it is the month of Ramadan, but also our responsibility to reach out to the poor and needy, during this fight against Covid-19.

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P A Hameed Padubidri
February 24,2020

Riyadh, Feb 24: Indian Islahi Center, Riyadh (IICR) kicked off the propagation campaign of "Learn the Quran" national conference, which is slated to be held on March 27, 2020 at Nofa Istiraha, Exit 18, Riyadh, Kingdom Saudi Arabia. It's IICR's 20th successful program.

Kerala Legislative Assembly's opposition leader & Congress leader, Ramesh Chennitthala inaugurated the campaign that was held at Voco Hotel in Riyadh, capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Ramesh was on two days visit in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The objective of the campaign is to instil the keenness & to keep creating the continuous awareness amongst the community on Quran. It also enables to recite the Quran with Tajweed (science of reading the Quran) & correct form.

Aboobakker Edthanatukkara (President of IICR), Abdul Qayyum Bustani, Kunhi Kumbala, Abdullah Vallanchira, Adv. Abdul Jaleel, Naushad Ali Kozhikode, Mujeeb Ali Thodigappulam, Muhammad Kutty Kadannamanna, Fasal Rahman City Flower, Mujeeb Irumbuzhi, Jaleel Alappuzha, Arafat & others were present on the occasion.

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