Dr B K Yusuf re-elected president of Bearys Cultural Forum

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March 30, 2017

Dubai: Bearys Cultural Forum (BCF) Trust conducted its general body meeting at the Bangalore Restaurant Banquet Hall in Dubai, UAE. The BCF has entered into the 16th year of operations in the United Arab Emirates and India.

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Mr. Ashraf Satikal did Quran recitation. Dr. Kaup started the AGM and said that the AGM will be presided over by Dr. B.K. Yusuf, the President of BCF. Dr. B.K. Yusuf has expressed his gratitude to all BCF committee members for their relentless support and unity in carrying out the charitable activities. .By referring to Islamic teachings, he elaborated that Allah has given the promise in the holy Quran that any good deeds by the human being will be surely rewarded and hence Allah will reward us all for whatever BCF has contributed for the betterment of the society. He also mentioned about the future plans of BCF in line with its plan to establish a BCF Educational Institution in Mangalore. He recalled all the pleasant moments spent in BCF and quoted the famous lines of famous Kannada poet Kuvempu –“kaleda hindina dinagalanu nenedindu belaguva dinagala” (let us enlighten our coming days with the sweet memories of bygone days)..

Mr. Ashraf Satikal, the Chairman of the AGM committee also welcomed every one for the AGM and also thanked all the audience and the members who have attended this AGM. He also mentioned all the members to elect good and efficient committee for the year 2017- 18.

Mr. M.E. Moolur, the Vice President thanked Allah for bestowing a great platform of social service like BCF and granting opportunity to dedicate a fraction of Life and Resources for the betterment of society through BCF. Quoting verses from Quran, told that Islam and Humanity are like 2 sides of the same coin. One cannot be complete Muslim unless he becomes a loving and compassionate human being. Quoting a famous Kannada Poet, he mentioned that, living with concerns about others is more meaningful than living self centered. He gave a brief introduction of BCF and all the charitable activities it carried in the last 2 years.

Mr. Latif Mulky, the Vice President of BCF said that, BCF has completed more than 16 years, it is a good achievement for all the bearys and the BCF. He also mentioned that, BCF has a good identity in front of the public. Dr. Yusuf's leadership has shown the road to success. Once again he congratulated to all. Mr. Ameeruddin SI the Vice President said that he is very happy to be present at the AGM and congratulated all the members for attending this meeting. Mr. Afeeq Hussain, VP also congratulated all the members. He requested BCF and its members to create an identity by starting a school.

Mrs. Mumtaz Zakir, the President of Ladies Wing also congratulated everyone on the eve of the AGM. She said that, everyone should do good work. Mrs. Mumtaz also mentioned that all should support ladies committee so that they can also play a major role in the development the BCF, the bearys and the society. Mr. Habeeb Adoor, a well wisher of BCF said that all should do good work in the field of education, health, food, shelter, etc. He also said that there is a need for ladies hostel and also a need for international syllabus in the education system. He said all of us should work hard for doing a project.

Dr. Kaup presented the video show and a ppt on the BCF's activities and projects. The Hon. General Secretary Dr. Kaup read the minutes of the meeting for 2015 and 2016 and same was confirmed by the General Body Members. Dr. Kaup appraised the social activities done by BCF in the UAE and India. He mentioned that BCF primarily conducts Students educational Scholarship function every year whereby more than 650 poor students are issued educational scholarships in Mangalore.

He mentioned that, BCF is concentrated on issuing educational scholarship which leads to a platform for bringing up the poor family in terms of their status, livelihood and education. Dr. Kaup mentioned that till today in the last 12 years, BCF has issued scholarship to more than 10,000 students. Dr. Kaup further mentioned that, BCF is conducting Iftar party every year in Dubai which is normally chaired by Mr. Abdul Lathif Mulky and his team members. Similarly, he mentioned that BCF conducts every year sports festival which has been chaired by various chair persons such as Mr. Afeeq Hussain and Mr. Sajpa. In addition to this, BCF also conducts bi-yearly Bearys get together function. Dr. Kaup mentioned that this year BCF is going to conduct World Beary Convention. Dr. Kaup also mentioned that, BCF never forgets to felicitate dignatories and Ministers coming from India to the UAE.

Mr. Abdul Lathif Mulky, the Vice President, thanked all the members and read the list of items/gifts maintained by BCF for the year 2015 and 2016. Mr. Ataullah presented the statement of accounts for the year 2015 and 2016. Dr. Kaup, the internal Auditor presented the Audit Report of BCF for the period 2015 and 2016.

All the members of the Managing Committee for the year 2015 and 2016 were relieved and the platform was given to the AGM Chairman Mr. Ashraf Satikal and his team and the Election Officer Mr. Iqbal Mepha to manage the election process for BCF.

Dr. B.K. Yusuf, Dr. Kaup Mohamed and all the Vice Presidents thanked all the members for providing an opportunity to serve BCF in the year 2015 and 2016. All mentioned that the strengths of BCF are its members who work day and night to serve the poor people of the society in the State of Karnataka in India.

Hassan Darvesh is the Ambassador of BCF. Zafarullah Khan is the chief advisor Dr. Thumbay Moideen is founder patron. Fataullah Tonse is honorary advisor. Mumtaz Ali is NRI patron.

The following members were elected to the Central Executive Committee and Ladies Wing Executive Committee for the year 2017 and 2018.

Name Post
Dr. B.K.Yusuf President
M.E. Muloor Vice President
Abdul Lathif Mulky Vice President
Ameeruddin S.I. Vice President
Afeeq Hussain Vice President
Dr. Kaup Mohammed General Secretary
Mohammed Iqbal Joint Secretary
Abdul Rahman Sajipa Joint Secretary
Athaulla G.K Treasurer
Abdul Nawaz Kotekar Joint Treasurer
Dr. Kaup Mohammed Auditor
M.B.Akbar Cultural & Entertainment Secretary
Usman Muloor Co Ordinator (Dubai)
Abdul Gafoor Parengipete Co Ordinator (Sharjah)
Ashraf Satikal Co Ordinator (Ajman, UAQ/Rak)
Mumtaz Hussain Cash Officer
Sulaiman Muloor Exe Member
Yakoob Dewa Exe Member
Usman Muloor Exe Member
Aslam Karaje Exe Member
Kalil Basha Exe Member
Samad Birali Exe Member
Rafeeq Mulky Exe Member
Rafeeq Sathikal Exe Member
Hussain Sathikal Exe Member
Abdul Lathif Puttur Exe Member
Abdul Razak Muthikal Exe Member
Hameed Bajpe Exe Member
Ameer Moideen Exe Member
Mohammed Riyaz Surathkal Exe Member
Rafeeq Gurupura Exe Member
Sulaiman Moidin Beary Exe Member
Sheikh Fahad Parengipete Exe Member
Ashraf Sathikal Exe Member
Rafeeq Dalkaje Kolpe Exe Member
Niyas Mohammed Exe Member
Saleem Althaf Advisor
Habeeb Adoor Advisor

Ladies Wing:

Name Post
Mrs. Mumtaz Hussain President
Mrs. Shanaz Sulaiman Vice President
Mrs. Asiya M.E Secretary
Mrs. Zainab Usman Joint Secretary
Mrs. Ayesha Ameer Exe Member
Mrs. Tanzeema Riyaz Exe Member
Mrs. Farzana Latif

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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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News Network
April 19,2020

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) Chaiman Dr Sam Pitroda held video conference with senior IOC office bearers across Middle Eastern countries on 14th April 2020 to review the impact of COVID-19 pandemic among Indians residing in the region. Almost all speakers appreciated the efforts initiated and  implemented by  respective governments to contain spread of the deadly virus as well as measures taken towards welfare of the people affected by the lockdown. 

IOC Presidents, Mohammed Mansour - Bahrain, Abdullah Manjeri - Saudi Arabia, Dr J Ratan kunar - Oman and Girish kumar - Qatar, highlighted the quality treatment of patients and finacial aid provided by governments and other authorities. Bahrain IOC president Mansour , also  apprised about the 'Food for Needy' drive in Association with KHK Heroes foundation, initiated by HH Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa and quality treatments as well as financial aid to local and expat residents.

Anura Mathai, IOC  Global Event Coordinator, spoke about certain problems of Indians in the UAE. IOC Middle East Convener, Mansoor Palloor, emphasised and requested IOC Chairman to urge Indian government to arrange immediate repatriation of indians stranded in Gulf countries. AICC Secretary, Himanshu Vyas, IOC Secretary Dr Arathi Krishna, Dr Arshi Malik (Abha), Mohiuddin Sirajudeen (Jeddah), Advocate Joseph Palathara (Dammam) Prasad Kodru, Jayati Maitra Ziyad Ahmed (Qatar) and Khursheed Alam (Gen Secretary- Bahrain) also apprised the participants about various issues relevant to the pandemic and suggested further initiatives to be undertaken. 

Dr Sam Pitroda briefed about sustained and consolidated efforts by all IOC members  during this unprecedented situation facing the world and assured that he would convey IOC  concerns to the government and try his best to ensure all possible help is made available to all needy Indians.

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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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