Dubai: Thumbay Moideen stresses the importance of family values

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November 11, 2018

Dubai, Nov 11: Emphasizing the importance of inculcating family values in the young generation, Dr Thumbay Moideen – Founder President of Thumbay Group spoke about how the values acquired from his father and grandfather continue to guide him to this day.

He was delivering the keynote speech at the ‘Family Get-together & Harvest Festival 2018’ organized by the St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral, Oud Mehta, Dubai on 9th November 2018.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen was the chief guest of the event, conducted as part of the church’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Also present at the event were the special guest Mr. Abdullah Al Suwaidi, Rev. Fr. Ninan Philip – Vicar of the church, Metropolitan Delhi Diocese Dr. Youhanon Mar Demetrius and other important dignitaries.

Addressing the gathering including families, Dr Thumbay Moideen recounted how the values passed on to him by his father and grandfather continues to guide him even today.

“As a child, I grew up in a joint-family which had many successful businessmen. So, my role models were mostly elders from within the family who were successful, family-oriented, generous, ethical, helpful and God-fearing. I have learned a lot especially from my father who taught me to understand the worth of what we have and to stay close to our roots,” he said.

He underlined the importance of instilling the right values in children, so that they achieve success in all walks of life.
The church authorities presented Dr. Thumbay Moideen with mementos, for his presence and support.

One of the most successful NRI businessmen in the UAE, Dr. Thumbay Moideen established Dubai-based Thumbay Group in 1998, which has evolved into a global conglomerate with operations across 20 sectors of business, viz., Education, Healthcare, Medical Research, Diagnostics, Retail Pharmacy, Health Communications, Retail Optical, Wellness, Nutrition Stores, Hospitality, Real Estate, Publishing, Technology, Media, Events, Medical Tourism, Trading and Marketing & Distribution. Thumbay Group today employs close to 5000 people, projected to increase to around 20000 by the year 2022, with the completion of ongoing and upcoming projects aimed at expanding the size of its businesses over 10 times and widening its global presence, according to the group’s strategic plans.

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From Representation to Rivalry: The Sorry State of Muslim Leadership in Karnataka Congress

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January 19,2026

Bengaluru: As the dust settles on the recent legislative session, the corridors of Vidhana Soudha are buzzing with more than just policy talk. A high-stakes game of political musical chairs has begun, exposing a deepening rift within the Congress party’s Muslim leadership as a major Cabinet reshuffle looms.

With the party hierarchy signaling a "50% refresh" to gear up for the 2028 Assembly elections, the race to fill three projected Muslim ministerial berths has transformed from a strategic discussion into an all-out turf war.

The "Star Son" Spark

The internal friction turned public this week following provocative remarks by Zaid Khan, actor and son of Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan. Zaid’s claim—that his father "helped" secure a ticket for Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad in 2023—has acted as a lightning rod for resentment.

Rizwan’s camp was quick to fire back, dismissing the comment as a desperate attempt by Zameer to manufacture seniority. "Rizwan’s political pedigree was forged in the NSUI and Youth Congress long before Zameer even stepped into the party," a supporter noted, highlighting Rizwan’s tenure as an AICC secretary and his two-term presidency of the State Youth Congress.

A Tale of Two Loyalists

While both Zameer Ahmed Khan and Rizwan Arshad are staunch allies of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and represent Bengaluru strongholds, their political DNA could not be more different:

• Zameer Ahmed Khan: A four-time MLA who crossed over from JD(S) in 2018. Known for his "overzealous" and often polarizing outreach during communal flashpoints—from the DJ Halli riots to the recent Wakf land notice controversy—his style has frequently left the Congress high command in a state of "discomfort."

• Rizwan Arshad: A homegrown organizational man. Seen as a "quiet performer," Arshad represents the sophisticated, moderate face of the party, preferred by those who find Zameer’s brand of politics too volatile.

The Outsiders Looking In

The bickering isn't limited to a duo. The "Beary" community, represented by leaders like N A Haris and Saleem Ahmed, is demanding its pound of flesh. Saleem Ahmed, the Chief Whip in the Legislative Council, has dropped the veil of diplomacy, openly declaring his ministerial aspirations.

"I was the only working president not included in the Cabinet last time," Saleem noted pointedly, signaling that the "loyalty quota" is no longer enough to keep the peace.

As Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prepares to finalize the list, he faces a delicate balancing act: rewarding the aggressive grassroots mobilization of Zameer’s camp without alienating the organizational stalwarts and minority sub-sects who feel increasingly sidelined by the "Chamarajpet-Shivajinagar" binary.

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