Unpaid workers in Qatar face severe food shortages

Doha:Migrants who have worked for nearly a year without pay on a Qatar skyscraper are facing severe food shortages and cannot leave or seek other employment,Amnesty said.

Prof Francesc Lopez delivers a lecture on Heroes of Healthcare at GMU

Dubai: "Study programs in Faculties of Medicine should be designed with the collaboration of professionals of the Healthcare System, and be oriented to provide an integral vision of the patient" said Prof Francesc Cardellach Lopez, Professor of Medicine and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Barcelona and Director of the Mitochondrial Research Laboratory at the August Pi I Sunyer Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBAPS) while delivering a lecture to the students of GMU on December 15.

GCC likely to announce common currency

Dubai: As per the reports the four Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have decided to announce the introduction of a common currency by the end of December. The common currency will be announced by Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia

Bahrain Kannada Sangha conducts personality development workshop

Manama, Bahrain : A Personality Development workshop for youth was organised   under the  aegis of the Kannada Sangha, Bahrain recently. Abhishek Shetty, young orator, promising trainer and son of senior member Ashok Shetty,  was the resource person.

Konkans Dubai union Bellevision reschedules sport event

Dubai: A sport event of throw ball and volleyball tournament will be organised by Bellevision in association with Konkans Dubai on November 29th, this year. 

The following tournament is open to teams comprising members from Karnataka state residing in the middle east.

Video promo of Tulu Int'l movie 'Nirel' released in Dubai

Dubai : Bollywood Stars Krishna & Sudhesh of Comedy Circus fame released the first ever video promo of International Tulu Movie 'Nirel' during the grand event "Dhoom Dhamaka" organised by the owner of ACME building materials, Harish Sherigar at Sheikh Rashid Auditorium (Indian High School Dubai) on  November 15.

Family Picnic enjoyed by Ferarites at UAE

Dubai: A public family picnic was organized at Zabeel Park arena from where the background of Dubai skyscrapers and landmark, the Burj Al Khalifa, could be viewed for the Ferarites in UAE.

Riyadh disrupted by rare flood

Riyadh : The capital city of Saudi Arabia has been severely flooded, with the government closing schools and urging people to stay indoors as heavy rains are expected on Saturday November 16.

"Aami Nathlyaa Vellaar" performed at Abu Dubai

Abu Dubai: A play “Aami Nathlyaa Vellaar” was organized by Konkani Cultural Organization, in association with the Konkani Community of Abu Dhabi, performed by Daiji Rang Mandhir of Dubai at the India Social and Cultural Centre of Abu Dhabi on Friday November 15.

Countdown begins for Dubai Dhoom Dhamaka 2013

Dubai: The Dubai Dhoom Dhamaka – 2013, a show filled with entertainment and fun is being organised in association with ACME building materials.The countdown has already begub, as the show is said to be held on Friday November 15 at 5pm in Shiekh Rashid auditorium, Dubai Indian High School.

Press Release: Ferarites UAE announce Family Picnic on Nov 15

Dubai : Ferarites-UAE, an association of Ferarites living in the UAE, has announced a “Famiy Picnic” to be organized at Zabeel Park, Behind Coffee Shop at the entrance of Gate No.3 (opposite Karama Lulu) on Friday November 15.

For the noble cause: Dhoom Dhamaka 2013 in Dubai

Dubai:For the cause of helping the under privileged and destitute, Dubai is set to organize an extravaganza of Entertainment Dhoom Dhamaka-2013 on 15th of November at the Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, Indian High School, Dubai.

Indian on the run after fleecing Haj pilgrims

Dubai: An Indian national, who fleeced some 500 pilgrims through a fake Haj campaign in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah, is on the run.

Jesus Mary Joseph prayer group celebrates 8th anniversary

Dubai : The  Eighth anniversary of Jesus Mary Joseph,  the largest Konkani prayer group in St. Mary's Church, Dubai was celebrated at the Church hall on November 1, Friday.

Domestic workers day out at Jabeel Park, Dubai

Dubai :Emirates Pangalites  presented yet another great event  for the benefit of the labour society in Dubai.A Domestic Workers Day out in Jabeel Park,Dubai was organised  successfully for the second year. More than a hundred Mangalorean domestic workers serving in various parts of  UAE  participated in this joyful gathering.

Karnataka Sangha spreads Rajyotsava fragrance in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: The Karnataka  Rajyotsava  was celebrated with grandeur and fervour  at Abu Dhabi on November 1, Friday under the  aegis of the Rajyotsava Award winning  Karnataka Sangha, Abu Dhabi. Inland Builders Mangalore were the sponsors of the event which reflected the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka. India Social Centre auditorium  was the venue of the programme.

Guru Seva Samiti Celebrates Decennial Anniversary in Grandeur

Bahrain: Guru Seva Samiti,a significant association of Billawa community of Tulu Kannadigas in State of Bahrain celebrated their decennial anniversary with grandeur here recently.

Kannada Sangh Bahrain honors dignitaries from hometown

Manama/Bahrain:"I was fortunate to meet the office bearers of Kannada Sangh – Bahrain that has history of over three-and-a-half-decade and a role model for other Associations worldwide,"said Bunts Sangh – Mumbai president Shankar B Shetty.

MLA JR Lobo holds interactive meet in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi:Mangalore South MLA JR Lobo highlighted the various projects that have been chalked out for the development of undivided Dakshina Kannada district.

KIFF Organizes Annual Sports Day

Kuwait: Kuwait India Fraternity Forum (KIFF) organized Annual Sports Day on 18th Oct 2013. The program which took place in Riqqa Stadium was inaugurated by Mr.Saifudheen Nalakath, President of KIFF. The stadium was packed with hundreds of forum members across Kuwait. Mr.Shamsheer (Karnataka), Mr.Razik Rahman (Tamilnadu), Mr.Shiabudheen (Kerala) and Mr.Shameer (Delhi) were present on the stage.

Yaksha Vaibhava mesmerizes audience

Manama, Bahrain :The local Kannada Sangha which has been patronosing Yakshagana, the rich art of Karnataka,  recently successfully organised Yaksha Vaibhava   at the Bahrain Kerala Samajam auditorium. As part of Bharatotsava-2013 of BKS, a Yakshagana Varaha-Narasimha-Bhargava was presented before a packed audience, with the participation of  the amateur artistes of the Sangha as well as guest artistes from India.

Veterans wish good luck for Dhoom Dhamaka

Dubai:Karnataka Sangha - Abu Dhabi president Sarvottam Shetty has wished good luck and urged the gathering  to support Dhoom Dhamaka, cultural extravaganza that has been organized by Harish Sherigar, who has been come to the gulf and succeeded in his career, contributes his earning for the benefits of society.

Tulu movie NIREL Audio launch to be held on October 14

Mangalore:The audio release of the Tulu movie NIREL, will be held during a function at Lalbagh, opposite to Saibeen Complex here on October 14 at 8.30 pm, said Shodhan Prasad, producer of the movie.

Ganiga Samaj UAE organizes Blood Camp

Dubai:The metro-based Ganiga Samaj organized blood camp here on Friday October 11.

Muhurat of Tulu Play, Porlu Tuper by Theater artistes of Gammat Kalavider held in Dubai

Dubai:The motion has been set for third annual theater fest of Gammat Kalavider, Tulu theater troupe based in UAE at Fortune Plaza, here on Friday October 11.
The Vedic celebrant Raghu Bhat performed puja celebrations that were related to setting the motion or muhurat.

KWAR organizes Food Festival and Cooking Competition

Riyadh :KWARs maiden Food Festival and Cooking Competition was held here in Riyadh on Friday October 4 2013.

Preparations for World Tulu Convention gears up

Kuwait:Tulunadu,known for its culture and religious diversity is a land of celebrations.With unmatched religious fervor, Tulunadu worships its gods and goddesses with as much religious sanctity as their forefathers did.

Bale Thelipale in Dubai on Nov 7

Dubai : The much acclaimed Tulu comedy show "Bale Thelipale" which has been immensely popular in Dakshina Kannada district,  is all set to tickle Tuluvas in UAE with its hilarious comedy sequences. The event will be sponsored by Techozone Entertainment Network and will be held at Sheikh Rashid Auditorium on November 7.

First US government partial shutdown in 17 years

Washington:White House on Tuesday ordered government agencies to begin shutting down.The U.S. Congress was in partisan deadlock till Monday over Republican efforts to halt President Barack Obamas healthcare reforms.

First-Ever Web Serial Launched in Dubai

Dubai:The NRI entrepreneur Ronald Colaco released the first ever web serial "Mogachi Laran" produced by Vincent Fernandes during the function held at Fortune Plaza Hotel here on Wednesday September 26.

Grand 3rd anniversary celebrations of Little Flowers, Mukamar

Dubai : Little Flowers Mukamar, an association of parishioners of Mukamar in Udupi Diocese celebrated its third anniversary  recently in a befitting way at the India Club.

Kuwait:Sunni Ulema secretary A Masliyar to announce silver Jubilee celebrations

Mangalore:The Sunni Ulema secretary Kanthapuram AP Aboobakar Masliyar will announce silver Jubilee celebrations of the institution of Karnataka SSF in Kuwait on 19th of September tomorrow, said the chief secretary of SSF Karnataka, KM Aboobakar Siddhique

Indian boy dies in Qatar

Doha:Doctors at Hamad Hospital in Doha declared Fahim Sirajudeen dead Tuesday night,after he fell in the sewage maintaenance hole

According to the report, the boys family, from Tamil Nadu, had gone to a fish market Sep 9 when the incident took place.

Konkan Bells Celebrates Feast of Nativity of Mary with Pomp & Gaiety

Dubai:Konkan Bells, an association of parishioners of Beltangady deanery who are working in Dubai celebrated feast of Nativity of Mary with pomp and gaiety at Bangalore Empire Hotel, Karama, here on Friday September 13.

Omzoorche Dive celebrates Monti feast in UAE

Dubai:The Omzoorche Dive, an organization of Mangaloreans hailing from Holy Family Church, Omzoor and currently settled in UAE celebrated the Monti feast(Feast of Nativity of Mary) and Kutmachen fest(feast of the family) by having the new crop with milk(Noven Jenvnchen) at Regency apartment qusis Dubai on 13th of September today.

Kannada Sangha Bahrain organizes Blood Camp

Manama/Bahrain: Kannada Sangh – Bahrain organized blood camp at Salmania Hospital, here recently, as part of sixty-seventh Indias Independence Day celebration.

UAE to host South Indian International Movie Awards

Sharjah:South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) will be held on September 12th and 13th at Expo Centre of Sharjah, UAE.

St.Josephs Cathedral Abu Dhabi to celebrate Mont fest on Sep 12

Abu Dhabi: The Konkani Community of St. Josephs Cathedral, Abu Dhabi shall celebrate Mont Fest on Thursday, 12th September, at the outdoor premises of St. Josephs Church, Abu Dhabi,as per the communication received from KCO.

Thiya Samaj Dubai Distributes Scholarship to Talented Community Students

Mumbai: Thiya Samaj Dubai (UAE) organized scholarship distribution programme for community’s talented students at Unity auditorium, Manjeshwar, Hosangady, near Kasargod, on Sunday September 1

Five Indian men gang rape woman in Qatar,arrested

Qatar :Five suspects have already been arrested in the gang rape of a Filipino woman in Doha, Qatar, sources said.

Unified visa for GCC countries by 2014

Manama: Gulf Cooperation Council(GCC) plans to launch a unified visa for tourists visiting the region by mid-2014, aimed at simplifying travel formalities for the visitors.

Varamahalaxmi Vrath Celebrated in Dubai

Dubai: Varamahalaxmi rituals were performed by coastal residents working in UAE on Friday August 16 with utmost reverence.

Dhoti-clad Indian man not allowed in Dubai Metro

Dubai: A 67-year-old Indian visitor was stopped from entering the Dubai Metro, apparently for wearing a traditional Indian dress - dhoti.

Varamahalakshmi Vrutha to be held on 16th August

Dubai : "Shree Varamahalakshmee Vrutha" will be held on 16th August 2013 at J.S.S Pvt.School , Al Safa ,Sheik Zayed Road , Dubai.

Billawas Dubai and N.E. to Distribute Scholarship

Dubai: Billawas Dubai & Northern emirates (BDNE) one of the premier association for Billawas in Dubai well established in UAE for more than a decade with strong strategy of "Providing Education to the Poorest of the Poor" as per the teachings of Philosopher Shri. Narayana Guru and also 'providing Medical Aid for the real needy, is well known not only in the Gulf but also in India.

Overweight Saudi man forklifted to hospital thanks to Monarch

        Riyadh : A young Saudi national who was suffering from extreme obesity, thanks to his staggering weight -610kilograms which is equivalent to 1,344 pounds,  was forklifted to a hospital on August 19, Monday for medical treatment to reduce his weight.

Chemical attack kills more than thousand in Syria

AMMAN: According to the opposition, the government forces have killed more than thousands of opposition activists in Syria in the gas attack, what you can call it as the worlds most lethal chemical weapons attack since the 1980s.