Indian businessman dies of coronavirus in UAE
Abu Dhabi: A 62-year-old Indian businessman has died in Abu Dhabi after contracting the novel coronavirus, according to a media report.
PK Kareem Haji, who hailed from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, died on Thursday due to complications arising from coronavirus infection, his son Mohammad Abdul Gafoor told the Gulf News.
Haji was a former president of Abu Dhabi Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC) and an active member in the Indian Islamic Centre and the Sunni Centre, the daily reported.
Gafoor said his father was a diabetes patient since 15 years. "Two weeks ago he complained of fever, cough. Our local doctor took a swab test and the result came positive (for coronavirus). My father was shifted to Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi. His condition deteriorated and the last two days he was put on ventilator," Gafoor said. Haji is survived by his wife, three sons and four grandchildren.
The Indian community here is in "shock" with Haji's passing, the daily reported.
"We are in shock. Haji tested positive two weeks ago. His condition was pretty serious and he was put on ventilator. But on April 30 he died in the early hours of the morning at 12.36 am. The community is very sad," said Shukoor Ali Kallungan, president of KMCC, Abu Dhabi.
Haji's was leading the fight against coronavirus in Abu Dhabi. He was in-charge of a food drive feeding over 1,000 people. Haji was working with restaurants to send packed meals to workers during the country's sterilisation drive.
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Mangaluru: Shepherds' Shaheen PU College's '40-day free NEET and CET test series' begins
Mangaluru: The inauguration ceremony of a 40-day free NEET and CET test series was held at the Arkula campus of Shepherds’ Shaheen PU College on March 24 at 2:00 PM, with the participation of several educationists and community representatives.
The test series has been introduced to help students prepare for competitive exams with better conceptual understanding through detailed question discussions.
Ar Mohammed Nissar, Chairman of Shepherds’ International Academy, attended the programme as the chief guest. He explained about the 40-day free NEET and CET test series and spoke about how the training here can help students in cracking two of the most competitive exams in the country.
Moosabba P. Beary, President of MEIF Central Unit D.K., spoke about the importance of setting clear goals while preparing for competitive exams and said consistent effort plays a key role in achieving success.
Mohammed Ibrahim Alake from Addoor Community Centre stressed the need for strong conceptual understanding and regular practice, noting that these are essential for students aiming to perform well in NEET and CET.
Haneef Puttur, Founder of Puttur Community Centre, spoke about the growing competition in entrance exams and highlighted the importance of proper guidance and structured preparation.
Syed Israr Ahmed Junedi, Founder of Community Centre Hassan, said such initiatives help students evaluate their preparation, understand their mistakes, and improve over time.
All the speakers welcomed the introduction of the free 40-day test series and congratulated the organisers, stating that the programme would benefit many students preparing for competitive exams.
The organisers stated that the test series aims to support students in strengthening their concepts and improving their performance in NEET and CET examinations.
S.M. Farooq, Trustee of Shepherds’ International Academy, speaking after the event told Vartha Bharati that a total of 88 students have enrolled for the programme and expressed hope that it will help make it easier for students to crack these exams.
Lubna Banu, Principal of Shepherds’ International Academy; and Dr. Nafisa Shirin, Director of Shepherds’ International Academy, were also present on the occasion. The programme began with a welcome address by Ms. Nilopher Sajid who also conducted the proceedings as the master of ceremonies.
