17 couples to enter marital life at BWF mass marriage on Oct 18

October 14, 2014

Mangalore, Oct 14: In its sixth edition, the Bearys Welfare Forum (BWF), Abu Dhabi will organise a mass wedding for economically-backward members of the Muslim community on October 18. A preparatory meeting was recently held in Abdu Dhabi recently.

In the previous five editions, the BWF has arranged weddings for 65 couples.

According to organizers, the BWF had earlier invited applications from youth from Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Chikmagalur and Kasargod districts for the mass wedding scheduled to be held at Milagres Hall in Mangalore.

œBy organising this, not only can we aid them financially in the marriage, we can also curtail the prevalent practice of dowry in the community, they said.

Each couple will be given nearly 40 grams of gold and clothes for the wedding. œWe have budgeted around Rs. 1.8 lakh per couple, they said.

The Nikah will be solemnized by Mangalore Khazi Al Haj Thwaka Ahmed Musliyar. Udupi Khazi Al Haj P M Ibrahim Musliar Bekala will inaugurate the ceremony. BWF president Mohammed Ali Uchil will preside over the programme.

B Ramanath Rai, Minister for Forests, Ecology and Environment, and DK district in charge, U T Khader, Minister for Health and Family Welfare, J R Lobo, MLA, Mangalore South and B A Moideen Bawa, MLA, Mangalore North will be chief guests.

Y Abdullah Kunhi, chancellor, Yenepoya University, Mangalore, Syed Mohammed Beary, chairman, Bearys Group of Institutions and B A Mohiudeen, former minister will be guests of honour.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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Air India Express brings back Mangaluru–Muscat direct flights from March 2026

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Air India Express has announced that it will resume direct flight services between Mangaluru and Muscat from March 2026, restoring an important international air link for passengers from the coastal region.

Airport authorities said the service will operate twice a week—on Sundays and Tuesdays—from March 1. The initial flights are scheduled on March 3, 8 and 10, followed by March 15 and 17, with the same operating pattern to continue thereafter. The flight duration is approximately three hours and 25 minutes.

The Mangaluru–Muscat route was earlier operated under the 2025 summer schedule, with services beginning on July 14. At that time, Air India Express had operated four flights a week before suspending the service.

Officials said the summer schedule will come into effect from March 29, after which changes in flight timings and departure schedules from Mangaluru are expected. Passengers have been advised to check the latest schedules while planning their travel.

The resumption of direct flights to Muscat is expected to significantly benefit expatriates, business travellers and others, further strengthening Mangaluru’s air connectivity with the Gulf region.

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