Boarding process begins at Dubai Airport for first Dubai-Mangaluru flight of stranded NRIs
Mangaluru: Air India Express IX384 flight, carrying non-residential Indians who are stranded in Dubai due to corona lockdown, is all set to take off from Dubai at 5:10 pm and land at Mangalore International Airport at 10:10 pm Indian time.
The flight is scheduled to depart from Terminal 2 at Dubai Airport and passengers have already reached the airport. The process of luggage checking, etc. has begun and every passenger has to pay 725 Dirham for the tickets.
As part of the evacuation process, medical checkups will be done first, followed by the other airport procedures. Already boarding has begun, with 177 adults and 2 children are ready to fly by today's flight.
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Bhatkal: New Shams School pays tribute to SM Syed Khalil
Bhatkal: The management and students of New Shams School gathered during their morning assembly on Saturday to mourn the demise of SM Syed Khalil, a prominent NRI businessman and a guiding force for the school.
Addressing the assembly, Education Board member Moulana Ziya Ruknuddin reflected on Syed Khalil’s remarkable life journey. He highlighted how Khalil, born under challenging circumstances following his father’s death before his birth, overcame significant obstacles to achieve great success.
“Khalil’s life is an inspiration for all of us,” Maulana Ruknuddin said, urging students to draw lessons from his resilience, dedication, and humility. He also emphasized Khalil’s commitment to supporting education and his role in uplifting the people of Bhatkal.
Moulana Ziya further acknowledged Khalil’s contributions to the school, noting his instrumental role in constructing the new campus of New Shams School. He described Khalil as a mentor and guide who was always available to offer his support and vision for the betterment of the institution.
Principal Liyaquat Ali and Board Secretary Syed Qutub Barmawar also attended the ceremony, along with teachers and other staff members, as they joined the students in paying tribute to the beloved community leader.
