Dr Arathi Krishna interacts with non-resident Kannadigas in Riyadh, assures govt’s support

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March 6, 2018

Riyadh: Dr Aarti Krishna, Deputy Chairperson, Non Resident Indian Forum, Karnataka govt, during her recent visit to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, interacted with Kannadiga expatriates in Riyadh. This is the first such event ever held in Riyadh.

Addressing over 700 non-resident Kannadigas on February 23, Dr Arathi Krishna said that most of the demands of the Karnataka NRIs are very genuine and promised to take-up with the Chairman of KNRI Forum, the Chief Minister of Karnataka Siddaramiah.

She stressed that the government of Karnataka would fulfill the aspirations and needs of the people of Karnataka in Riyadh. She announced that roll out of NRK card for Karnataka NRIs is on the anvil and will be executed very soon. She said that the government of Karnataka this year has allocated budget for NRI welfare activities. She informed that Karnataka NRI Forum has already set up NRI Welfare Centers in Commissioner Office at each district in Karnataka. She assured that her government would make necessary arrangements for Karnataka NRIs returning from Saudi Arabia on final exit.

Santhosh Shetty Ardi, President of Karnataka NRI Forum, Riyadh, while delivering welcome speech recalled the vast experience and determination of Dr Arathi Krishna and apprised the audience of her contribution to the Kannadigas staying globally.

He expressed optimism in her efforts to address genuine issues pending for NRIs, Santosh Shetty also assisted Dr. Arthi Krishna in answering some questions raised by audience on her behalf. Shetty also thanked Ahmed Javed, Ambassador of India in Saudi Arabia and Anil Nautial, Community Welfare Councilor Indian Embassy for giving opportunity showcase the theme “ONE STATE MANY WORLDS” - Karnataka’s culture, tradition, people and their progress in Janadriyah Festival. India is the guest of honor country in this magnificent Saudi cultural festival this year.

Dr Anwar Khursheed, Advisor, KNRI Forum Riyadh delivered a short speech outlining his experience in KSA spread over four decades. He stressed the need to be united and exhibit the solidarity of Karnataka NRIs in Riyadh. He conveyed to the visiting dignitary Dr. Arathi that Indians are very well known and respected for being law abiding and hardworking expatriate community in Saudi Arabia.

A memorable memento of appreciation was presented to Dr. Arathi Krishna by the dignitaries present on the dais on behalf of Kannadigas in Riyadh.

Many Karnataka organizations participated and contributed financially to make this event highly successful including, Karnataka NRI Forum, Karavali Welfare Association, JF Riyadh, Karnataka Cultural Forum Riyadh (KCF), PANORAMA, NRI Forum Riyadh, NRI Muslim DK, Khidma Foundation, Mangalore Cricket Association,

Konkan Ghar Riyadh, Hidaya Foundation, Dakshina Kannada Muslim Okkuta Riyadh, Karnataka Welfare Association, Katipalla Muslim Youth Association, Bhatkal Muslim Welfare Association, BISMI,  BARSA ,ISF,and Indian Fraternity Forum.

Well-known entities in Riyadh, such as Friendi Mobiles, Taj Restaurant, Kadesiah Medical Center co-sponsored the event.

Karnataka NRI Forum Riyadh, office bearers Santhosh Shetty Ardi , President, Roshan Shabbir, Treasurer, Usman Kunjathur, Secretary, Nazir Ahmad Joint Secretary, Irfan Sheikh Mani, coordinator, Dr. Syed Anwar Khursheed and Dr. Sayeed Mohiuddin, Advisors graced their presence on the dais along with the Chief Guest, Dr. Arathi Krishna.

Dr. Arathi Krishna had personal interaction with office bearers of the different Organizations individually and heard patiently the issues faced by them. She promised to resolve the problems faced by Karnataka NRIs in Saudi Arabia and to maximize the facilities for returning NRIs for their rehabilitation, children’s education, loan and other legal support.

Vote of thanks was proposed by KNRI Forum, Treasurer, Roshan Shabbir. He extended his thanks and appreciation to Dr. Arthi Krishna in her dedication to visit Saudi Arabia and assured all support required by NRIs in building vibrant Karnataka.

Further, visiting dignitary paid avisit to Janadriyah Cultural Festival as “Representative of the people and Government of Karnataka” and appreciated the efforts and hard work done by Indian Community. She was welcomed at Janadriyah Festival by ShriAnil Nautial, Community Welfare Officer of the Indian Embassy, Riyadh.

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sam
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Wednesday, 7 Mar 2018

Great... good intiative by karnataka govt. But what sort of benefit govt provide for returning NRI'S no one knows. No officials  of commissioner office knows about this. And site is not working to register. Is anyone can answer about the actual  facilities  or its only publicity.

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March 15,2024

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Bengaluru, Mar 15: Former Karnataka chief minister and senior BJP leader B S Yediyurappa was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act on Thursday for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor at his residence in Bengaluru last month.

Yediyurappa, 81, was booked after a woman lodged a complaint saying that she visited his residence on February 2 seeking justice in a rape case against her daughter and sought that a special investigation team (SIT) be formed to look into the case.

According to the first information report (FIR), Yediyurappa allegedly took the minor to a room, closed the door and sexually assaulted her. The woman further alleged in the FIR that when she confronted Yediyurappa, he said that he was checking if the girl was raped or not. Yediyurappa later allegedly apologised and asked the woman not to reveal the matter to anyone.

The Sadashivanagar police in Bengaluru have registered a case under Section 8 (commit sexual assault) of the Pocso Act and Section 354 (a) (sexual harassment) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

Reacting to the allegations, the former CM said that around one-and-a-half months ago, they (the victim and her mother) had come to his house seeking help and he had taken them inside. 

“After listening to her, I called the city police commissioner B Dayananda over phone seeking to address her problem. Later, they spoke against me and I then suspected that there is some health problem with her. I sent them to city police commissioner’s office. I even gave her some money as they were in distress. I came to know that an FIR has been registered and will look into it. But this is what I get for helping someone,” he added.

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March 13,2024

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An LPG tanker overturned on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru National Highway 75 on Wednesday morning. 

According to police, the tanker overturned at a curve near Double Turn, on Shiradi Ghat road, in Sakleshpur taluk, as the driver lost control.

As there was LPG leakage due to the mishap, the authorities have closed the highway for vehicular movement, as a precautionary measure.

The Fire and Emergency Services personnel and police were rushed to the spot and taken precautionary measure to prevent any fire mishap.

Several vehicles have been stranded midway as the police have closed the road for traffic.

The police have been diverting vehicles plying between Bengaluru-Hassan-Mangaluru, Mangaluru-Hassan-Bengaluru on alternative routes.

According to Deputy Commissioner C Sathyabhama, the vehicular movement has been banned on NH-75, until Wednesday midnight.

The DC's order stated that the vehicle moving from Sakleshpur to Mangaluru will have to pass through Sakleshpur-Hanubalu-Mudigere to reach Mangaluru.

The vehicles from Bengaluru to Mangaluru will pass via Hassan-Bhuvanahalli Cross-Belur. The vehicles from Mangaluru to Bengaluru are diverted via Suliya-Sampaje route. 

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March 27,2024

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At least seven people have been killed when Israeli warplanes bombed an emergency center in southern Lebanon near the border with the 1948 Israeli-occupied territories with air-to-surface missiles, according to Lebanese security sources.

Two sources, speaking on condition of anonymity said early on Wednesday that the strike targeted the Islamic Group’s emergency and relief center in Lebanon’s southern village of Habbariyeh.

Jamaa Islamiya, a Lebanese group closely linked to the Gaza-based Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, said in a statement that “a number” of people had been killed, and called the strike a “heinous crime.”

An official from the group said “seven rescuers” were killed in the aerial assault.

Another Jamaa Islamiya official, also requesting anonymity, said a dozen medical staff were in the emergency center at the time of the strike, adding that bodies were being pulled from the rubble.

Lebanese lawmaker Hassan Mrad said “the Israeli aggression on Habbariyeh adds to the long list of Israeli crimes.”

Israel has been launching air strikes against Lebanon since the beginning of its onslaught against the Gaza Strip in early October.

An Israeli strike knocked down part of a building in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatiyeh on February 14, killing seven members of the same family, including a child, Lebanon’s official National News Agency said. A boy initially reported missing was found alive under the rubble.

In a separate Israeli attack, a woman and her two children were killed in the village of as-Sawana in southern Lebanon.

The Israeli regime launched its devastating hostilities in the Gaza Strip on October 7 after the territory’s Hamas-led Palestinian resistance groups carried out a surprise retaliatory attack, dubbed Operation Al-Aqsa Storm, against the occupying entity.

Israel's raids have resulted in retaliatory strikes from Hezbollah in support of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.

The movement has vowed to keep up its retaliatory operations as long as the Tel Aviv regime continues its onslaught on Gaza.

The Israeli campaign in Gaza has killed at least 32,414 people, most of them women and children. Another 74,787 individuals have also been wounded.

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