NRI arrested for using Dubai Police logo in Kasargod

August 21, 2012

Kasargod, August 21: A 30-year-old youth, who tried to show off his 'Gulf power' by driving a car with the 'Dubai Police' logo, has landed in the police net in Kasargod.

Abdul Jabir, who came from Dubai to celebrate Eid with his family, was rounded up by the Kasargod police along with four of his friends for violating the Motor Vehicles Act and various other offences under the Indian Penal Code or IPC.

Kasargod police station sub-inspector, Narayanan, said that the five were arrested after they received alerts from people saying that the youth was driving his Honda City car rashly through the crowded town on Sunday causing risk to other vehicles and pedestrians on Sunday. The logo contained the Arabic word 'Shurta Dubai'.

This, the police official said, was a serious offence as none can alter a vehicle under the MV Act. Abdul had also tried to misguide the people by sounding the siren. Narayanan said that the youth had told the police that had did this to impress the people.

The youth has been charged under Section 52 (altering the vehicles) and section 181 (driving without a valid licence) of the MV Act and Section 279 (rash driving), 143 (unlawful assembly), 147 (rioting) and 153 (making provocation) of the Indian Penal Code.

The police official said that they had received some threatening calls from abroad following the arrest of Abdul and his friends. A caller, who claimed to call from London, abused the police.

The youth and his friends were later let off on bail. Abdul, a native of Alampadi in Kasargod town, has been working in Gulf for the last seven years. With the cases now hanging over his head, it will be difficult for the youth to return to his work place.

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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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