Minority youths urged to take up Civil Services Examinations

February 17, 2012

Bangalore, February 17: Minorities, especially Muslim youths should come forward and take up Civil Services Examinations and increase their number in bureaucracy, said Shantinagar MLA N A Harris.

He was speaking after felicitating meritorious students at an Eid Milan ceremony organised by The Bearys' Welfare Association in Bangalore recently.

Appreciating the rise of the level of education in the community, Harris said, “Conditions were bad a few decades ago. Education was not a priority, but due to the financial support from achievers in the community, we are progressing.”

“We must stop begging for handouts and unite instead of joining hands with parties who want to destroy the community.” he said

On the issue of the recent scandal involving three ministers who were caught watching porn during assembly session, he said, “We cannot go lower than this. Politics today is a disgrace and we are ashamed to call ourselves politicians.”

About 110 children received cash prize and and merit awards. The Beary of the Year Award was presented to social activist Usman Haji of Puttur.

Irfan Razaq, Chairman and Managing Director, Prestige Group, B M Farookh, Chairman and Managing Director, Fiza Group, Varghese Kurian, Chairman and Managing Director, Al-Namal Group, Bahrain and B A Moideen, Former Education Minister were present among others.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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January 31,2026

Bengaluru: The shooting incident involving CJ Roy, founder of the Confident Group, has once again put the spotlight on a businessman whose life has swung between flamboyant global success and persistent controversy at home.

Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

A tale of two cities

Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

Heavy police presence in Langford Town

Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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