Former Qazi death: CBI quiz Uppinangady youth

February 22, 2011

Uppinangady, February 22: Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) which took up the investigation of the mysterious death case of former Qazi of Mangalore CM Abdullah Chembarikka Ustad, reportedly interrogated a youth from Uppinangady on Monday.

It is said that Haaris alias Thaha, a resident of Koppala was interrogated by two CBI officers in this connection.

It was suspected that the scholar's death might well be a case of murder as the aged Qazi who was also weak was unable to visit the beach which was quite away from his house, in the dark and also could not climb the rock.

The 75 year old Chembarikka Ustad's body was found at the beach near his residence at Chembirikka, Kerala, on February 15, earlier this year. After the insistence of many Muslim organizations from Karnataka as well as Kerala, the Kerala government had decided to hand over the investigation to CBI.

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Stranded, hungry, and helpless: Last-minute cancellation of Dammam flight sparks chaos at Mangaluru Airport

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November 24,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 24: The original departure time of 11.10 pm was a distant memory for scores of Dammam-bound passengers at Mangaluru International Airport last Friday night, as their Air India Express flight was abruptly cancelled at the eleventh hour, sparking hours of frustration and chaos.

The flight, IX 885, initially scheduled to depart at 11.10 pm on November 22, was subject to two back-to-back reschedules—first pushed to 11.45 pm and then significantly postponed to 1.40 am—before the final, crushing announcement of cancellation was made. For the travellers, many of whom are likely expatriate workers with tight schedules, the last-minute change marked the beginning of a distressing ordeal.

"There was no drinking water, no food, and absolutely no proper guidance. We were left stranded like refugees," complained a stranded passenger.

According to multiple passenger accounts, the airline's ground staff failed to provide adequate support or essential amenities following the cancellation. Complaints poured in about the total absence of drinking water, food provisions, and any reliable guidance from the carrier's representatives. Travellers alleged they were left stranded for a considerable period, with no immediate arrangements or clear communication offered regarding accommodation or alternative travel to send them back home.

The incident has highlighted serious concerns over the carrier's contingency planning and customer service protocols during flight disruptions at one of India's key international gateways. The airline is yet to issue a comprehensive statement addressing the alleged lapse in passenger care.

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