Eastern Arabia emerge champions of Al Turki EPCA T20 cricket tourney

May 14, 2017

Finals of Al Turki T20 Cricket tournament organized by Eastern Province Cricket Association (EPCA) which is affiliated to Saudi Cricket Center (SCC) is played between two best teams of eastern region Eastern Arabia and KLV Al Khodari Khan 11 CC

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Saudi Cricket Centre is the official governing body of the sport of cricket in Saudi Arabia. SCC is Saudi Arabia's representative at the International Cricket Council and is an affiliate member and has been a member of that body since 2003. It is also a member of the Asian Cricket Council

Saudi Arabia became 39th Associate Member of International Cricket Council in June 2016.EPCA organizes many tournament professionally every year under SCC and make the way for the talented cricketers to move forward in their cricket career through a selection process and all the support required

In the finals winning the toss skipper of EA Mr Imran opted to bat first. Mr Surjit Lally and Mr Niaz Ahmed Opened the innings. KLV Khodari Khan 11 was on the top claiming 3 quick wickets for just 28 runs. Then Captain Mr Imran and Mr Shijil Ahmed were at the crease and they started to build the innings slowly and made a strong match winning partnership of 90 runs which was broken in the 13th over. Captain Mr Imran got out on 39 (25 balls). After dismissal of Mr Shijil, Mr Afwan stepped in and rotated the strike running quick between wickets.

KLV Khodari Khan 11 had to stop the run flow. Mr Ali Rizwan took in-charge to ball against the wind to control the run flow and got the valuable wicket of Mr Afwan Karkala. Next in was the In-form batsman Mr Naushäð who played the cameo to score firing 32 (16balls) and stayed unbeaten. Eastern Arabia CC gave a target of 192 runs for KLV Khodari Khan 11

Eastern Arabia filled with spinner and having just one fast bowler. Mr Ashraf Mukka the power-play power-pack bowler was introduced to ball the very first over. Spinner gave the 1st break through getting the wicket of Mr Murad. The leggy just went sliding through the strong defense of Mr Murad thrashing into the stumps. Then reliable Mr Nadeem stepped In

Mr Nadeem and Mr Safdar started to build the innings for KLV Khodari Khan 11 .But Mr Safdar fell for Mr Surjith who was caught in boundary by Mr Muzahir

KLV Khodari Khan 11 tried their best to cover up the run rate but EA bowlers never let it to happen and kept taking wickets at regular intervals. KLV Khodari Khans-11 required 47 runs in the last two over and crucial 19th over was bowled by Mr Shijil who bowled superbly and conceded 10 runs. KLV Khodari Khan 11 requiring 37 runs in the last over which was tough but not impossible. EA knew Match is not over until the final delivery.

Captain Mr Imran bowled the last over and completed the formality. In the end KLV Khodari Khan 11 lost the match by 18 runs and both team kept the spirit of the game till the end

MOM – Mr Shijil for his valuable 61 runs and took 1 wicket 24 runs in his 4 over

Eastern Arabia Owner and Captain Mr Imran thanked EPCA for giving them this platform to play and show their talent and made dream their come true. He also extended their heartfelt gratitude to all the umpires for the efforts and all Sponsors and Supporters

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Dubai | NRI Entrepreneur, philanthropist Dewakara Alva no more

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August 6,2020

Dubai, Aug 6: Non-resident Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist Dewakara Alva passed away on Thursday August 6. He was 63.

Alva, who hailed from Mangaluru, was the director of Federal Insurance Brokers LLC, Dubai and was residing in Dubai for around four decades. He was reportedly suffering from health problems for last few months.

He was a patron of Tulu and Kannada language and culture in United Arab Emirates. He was a member of various NRI organizations including UAE Tulu Koota and UAE Bunts

Alva is survived by wife Saritha, daughter Powshali, and son Manal.

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Al Khobar: Indian Social Forum distributes food kits for expat labors

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April 7,2020

Dammam: Indian Social Forum, Dammam, Karnataka chapter distributed Food Kits for Indian expatriates labors who were in trouble due to Corona lockdown on April 6, 2020 at a labor camp here in Al Khobar.

The labors, most of them are from the staes of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh And Uttar Pradesh, were in trouble without food.

Recieving the information leaders of Indian Social Forum immediately visited the camp to take survey.

Indian Social Forum with the help of donors distributed food kits. Indian Social Forum, Dammam, Karnataka Chapter president Mr.Mohammed Shareef Jokatte expressed gratitude for donors for their contribution.

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Really appreciated. Working for this cause during this critical situation is really great job.

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Tulu Koota Kuwait’s picnic and sports event bring families together

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February 13,2020

On Friday, February 7, 2020 Tulu Koota Kuwait under the leadership of Dynamic President Ramesh S Bhandary and coordination of Sports Secretary Roshan Quadras held its annual picnic at Mishref Garden, Kuwait. Although slight drizzling on the previous night had caused great concern amongst committee members , yet the windy and dusty weather did not lessen the enthusiasm and excitement of Tulu Koota Kuwait members. Over 1000 members enjoyed the fun filled day.

MC of the occasion Mr. Manoj Shetty & Ms. Priya Devadiga welcomed the audience and Chief guests for the event Dr Jeshna Rajan- Badr Al Samaa Clinic, Dr. S.M.Hyther Ali- Chairman of TVS Hyder Group, Mr. John Simon- Group Manager for Corporate Sales and Event Marketing , Al Mulla Exchange, Mr Pradeep, owner of Geetherb medicine and Mr. Lokesh & Team from NH Assets. The program kicked off with Kuwait & Indian National anthem. The guests in their address to audience, praised Tulu Koota Kuwait unwavering efforts to unite people through language, and also the solid philanthropy and charity work being carried by the association was applauded. The presidents of different South Canara association in Kuwait were also amongst invited dignitaries for the event, and were welcomed with flower bouquet. This was followed by the release of “ Tulu Nada Jathre flyer”.

Tulu Koota Kuwait President, Ramesh S Bhandary in his speech welcomed the dignitaries and emphasized the significance of the annual picnic gathering. He further elaborated on the innovative concept of “Tulunada Jathre ” being initiated this year, and requested fervent support and participation from all members in this wonderful program scheduled to be held on Friday, March 27, 2020 at Indian Central School Indoor Ground Abbasiya.

As part of days celebration TKK’s Flag hosting was done by President , Ramesh Bhandary. “Go Green Global concept” by Tulu Koota members was the highlight of the inaugural ceremony. This act was directed by talented committee member Mr. Suresh Salian.

The act beautifully conveyed the message of sustainability, and climate change and raised awareness on how to fight it, how to live green. The traditional inaugural of the sports event was done by breaking of coconut by Sports Secretary Mr. Roshan Quadras. TKK First Lady Mrs Anitha Ramesh Bhandary led the sports march holding the traditional torch followed by the Go Green Global team holding different country flags with plant pots, followed by President, committee members and Sponsors of TKK. The president officially inaugurated the Sports Event by officially lighting the Sports Lamp.

After the inauguration ceremony, the members and kids actively participated in day long sports games and activities meticulously planned out by the Sports committee for different age groups. Passing the parcel, Veggies collection, ball bucket, veg shopping , macroni race, hockey, kutti donne, sack race, lagori, breaking the pot , tyre race, slow cycling, water ballon race, musical chair , kabbadi, volley ball, throw ball , tug of war, housie housie, kept the members and their families engaged and entertained. The winners for the competitions were awarded with trophies towards the end of the exciting day.

Delicious and authentic Mangalorean lunch for the event was served by Oriental Restaurant Kuwait. Sounds and lights support for the event was provided by Anand, while the beautiful moments were captured in camera by Mr.Blen Dsouza and Mr.Rajesh Devadiga

Tulu Koota Kuwait takes this opportunity to thank its committee members, members and volunteers for their dedicated efforts and team spirit and active participation that eventually lead to the huge success of Family Picnic 2020. The Event Sponsors were Al Ahleia Insurance Company SAKP, Al Mulla Exchange, Khain Properties Udupi, Badr Al-Samaa Clinic, TVS Hyder Group and Geetherb.