Dr B K Yusuf reelected president of Bearys Cultural Forum

April 23, 2015

Dubai, Apr 23: Bearys Cultural Forum, which has entered into the 14th year of service in the United Arab Emirates and India, conducted its annual general body meeting at the Usmania Hotel Banquet Hall in Dubai. Once again Dr B K Yusuf was reelected president of BCF unanimously. Mumtaz Zakir was chosen women’s wing president.

Presiding over the meeting Dr B K Yusuf said that compassion, concern and charity are the hall marks of the BCF. “BCF stands for human values,” he said adding that his forum maintains a standard in its social works.

Thanking all the members of the forum for their dedication and continued support, Dr Yusuf said that the main strengths of BCF are coordination and unity amongst its members.

General Secretary Dr Kaup Mohamed read out the minutes of the meeting for 2013 and 2014 and same was confirmed by the attendees.

Appraising the social activities carried out by BCF in the UAE and India, he said that BCF primarily conducts students’ scholarship function every year whereby more than 650 poor students are issued scholarships in Mangaluru.

He said that BCF gives priority to educational scholarship which helps poor students and their families. In the last 12 years, BCF has issued scholarships to more than 8000 students, he said.

He said BCF conducts Iftar parties every year in Dubai which is normally chaired by Abdul Lathif Mulky and his team members. Similarly BCF conducts sports festivals every year under the leadership of Razak Dewa, Saleem Althaf, Afeeq Hussain and others. In addition to this, BCF conducts Bearys get together once in two years.

Dr Kaup said that this year BCF will be conducting World Kannadiga Convention and Karnataka Investor Meet in Dubai, UAE which will be attended by the Chief Minister of Karnataka.

Dr. Kaup, who is also the interim auditor, presented the audit report of BCF for the period 2013 and 2014.

Abdul Lathif Mulky, Vice President, thanked all the members and read out the list of items/gifts maintained by BCF for the year 2013 and 2014. Ataullah presented the statement of accounts for the year 2013 and 2014.

Mr.M E Moolur, Vice president of BCF, gave a brief introduction of BCF and emphasized on the importance of mutual cooperation and love. He appealed the gathering to stay united under BCF and strive for the development of the society.

All the members of the managing committee for the year 2013 and 2014 were relieved and the platform was given to the AGM chairman Abdul Lathif Mulky and the election officer Kisar and the assistant election officer Nawaz Kotekar to carry out the election process.

The meeting started with the Quran recitation by Ashraf Satikal. Abdul Lathif Mulky proposed vote of thanks.

The following members were elected to the central executive committee and women's wing executive committee for the year 2015 and 2016.

Dr B K Yusuf: President
Dr Thumbay Moideen: Founder Patron - UAE
Mumtaz Ali: NRI Patron – Mangaluru
B.M. Farookh: NRI Patron - Bangalore
M.E.Muloor: Vice President 1
Abdul Lathif Mulky: Vice President 2
Abdul Razak Dewa: Vice President 3
Ameeruddin S I: Vice President 4
Afeeq Hussain: Vice President 5
Dr Kaup Mohamed: General Secretary
A.R.Sajpa: Joint Secretary 1
Rafeeq Mulki: Joint Secretary 2
Dr Kaup Mohamed: Internal Auditor
Athaullah GK: Treasurer
Nawaz Kotekar: Joint Treasurer
Usman Moolur: Coordinator 1
Iqbal Mepha: Coordinator 2
Kisar: Coordinator 3
Hussain Sathikal: Executive Member
Ibrahim Dubal: Executive Member
Yakoob: Executive Member
Mohammed Riyaz: Executive Member
Rafique Putaka: Executive Member
Ameer Moideen: Executive Member
Aslam Karaje: Executive Member
Ashraf Joikatte: Executive Member
Hameed Bajpe: Executive Member
Iyas Chikamangalore: Executive Member
Gafoor: Executive Member
Taufeeq Halengadi: Executive Member
Taufeeq Ahmed: Executive Member
M B Akba: Cultural & Entertainment Secretary
Saleem Althaf: Advisor

Sharjah Unit & other Emirates
Ashraf Ali Sathikal: President
Ibrahim Karnad: Secretary

Women’s Wing
Mumtaz Zakir: President
Shahnaz Sulaiman: Vice President
Asiya M E Moolur: Secretary
Zainab Usman: Joint Secretary
Ayesha Ameer: Executive Member
Tanzima Riyaz: Executive Member

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Mangaluru’s public transport revolution: 100 new govt electric buses to end private ‘trip-cutting’

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: Public transport in Mangaluru is set for a state-led transformation as the government moves to deploy 100 new electric govt buses to replace unreliable private services. The initiative aims to provide a dependable alternative to private operators who have been frequently "cutting trips," leaving thousands of commuters stranded.

The announcement was made by Deputy Commissioner and MCC Administrator Darshan HV during a public phone-in session. The move specifically targets routes where private bus service has become erratic, ensuring that citizens no longer have to rely on a fluctuating private sector for their daily commute.

Restoring the Govt Presence

The transport crisis was brought to the forefront by Ramayya, a resident of Bajal, who highlighted a growing trend of private buses skipping morning and night trips. With the previous KSRTC (govt) services discontinued, residents have been left without a fallback option.

To fix this, the DC confirmed that the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme will bring 100 government-owned electric buses to the city:

• Phased Deployment: The first 50 of the new 100 government buses are scheduled to arrive by March 2026.

• State Infrastructure: Two new government depots, including one at Mudipu, are being prepared for operations.

• Recruitment: The state has already begun training a new batch of government bus drivers to ensure the fleet is operational the moment it arrives.

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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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Post-Sabarimala pilgrimage drinking party turns fatal in Udupi; youth killed in midnight brawl

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December 15,2025

Udupi, Dec 15: What was meant to be a post-pilgrimage gathering turned tragic in Padukere village of Brahmavar taluk, Udupi district, late Sunday night, when a clash among youths escalated into a fatal assault, leaving one man dead.

The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Santosh Mogaveera, a resident of Padukere.

According to preliminary information, the incident took place during a late-night drinking party involving a group of local youths who had recently returned after completing their pilgrimage to the Sabarimala shrine. An argument reportedly broke out among the group and soon escalated into a violent confrontation.

During the ensuing brawl, Santosh Mogaveera was allegedly assaulted and collapsed at the spot after sustaining serious injuries. He was rushed by local residents to a private hospital in Brahmavar, where doctors declared him dead.

On receiving information, senior police officials, including Brahmavar Circle Inspector Gopikrishna, Kota Police Sub-Inspector Praveen Kumar T, Station ASI Manthesh Jabagoudar, and head constables Pradeep and Ashok, visited the spot and conducted an inspection.

Police have taken four youths into custody in connection with the incident. A case has been registered at the Kota police station, and further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact sequence of events leading to the death.

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