NRI Entrepreneur Nasir Syed honored with Business Icon Award in Dubai
Dubai: In a ceremony held recently at Taj Exotica, The Palm, Dubai, NRI entrepreneur Nasir Syed was bestowed with the prestigious Business Icon award by NKN Media, recognizing the achievements of Indian business leaders in the UAE. The event, which celebrated the success stories of 16 icons spanning diverse industries, including Danube Group Chairman Rizwan Sajan, Petrochem Middle East CEO Yogesh Mehta, Thumbay Moideen of Thumbay Group and others.
The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Shashi Tharoor, former Minister of State for External Affairs and renowned author. Dr. Tharoor presented the award to Nasir Syed.
Hailing from Moodbidri and the son of Syed Mohidin and Khurshida Begum, Nasir Syed has carved a niche for himself as an acclaimed entrepreneur and international superbike rider in the UAE. He holds the position of Founder and CMD at Creative House Scaffolding, an enterprise that stands testament to his entrepreneurial prowess.
The grand event was organized in collaboration with India Today Group, one of India's foremost media houses. The ceremony received widespread attention, being broadcasted on India's prominent news channels, Aaj Tak and India Today TV. The award ceremony aimed to pay tribute to visionary leaders, acknowledging their significant contributions to the UAE's business landscape and community.
Celebrated actors and influencers such as Vivek Oberoi and Salman Yusuff Khan shared exclusive video messages with their dedicated fan base, expressing their anticipation for the event. Adding to the star-studded affair, India's leading news anchor, Rajdeep Sardesai, graced the occasion with his presence, adding to the event's grandeur.
The ceremony served as a captivating platform, showcasing the inspiring journeys and remarkable accomplishments of these distinguished business icons. Engaging 30-minute episodes, highlighting their stories, are slated for broadcast, allowing viewers a glimpse into the experiences and achievements of these influential personalities.
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Nasir Syed bravely embraced the challenge of building and expanding his business without getting stuck into a routine job in a Gulf country. In the early 2000s, Nasir ventured into the scaffolding industry, mounting numerous hurdles to establish his own enterprise. Fueled by a strong work ethic, exceptional customer service, innovative approaches, and an unwavering commitment to quality, he propelled his business to a pivotal moment in 2005. Nasir's company garnered the attention of significant clients, marking a significant turning point in his journey. From that moment on, Nasir never looked back. With determination and perseverance, he continued to progress, one step at a time. Today, the companies he initiated single-handedly provides employment to over 200 individuals, a testament to his remarkable achievement.
Presently, Nasir Syed successfully oversees CHS Creative House, a prominent entity in the scaffolding and formwork sector across the entire UAE. Additionally, he manages VME Valves Factory LLC, renowned for its industrial valve manufacturing, as well as Creative House Events, an organization known for orchestrating world-class events. Furthermore, Nasir directs DSBK – D Super Bike Racing, an esteemed entity that organizes international racing competitions. Under his guidance, these ventures continue to flourish and thrive.
Superbike Racing Champion - Nasir Syed, who once indulged in cricket, football, and badminton during his school and college years, found his true passion in bike racing. Despite the inherent dangers and high costs associated with superbike racing, he was captivated by its thrill. Upon relocating to Dubai, his fascination grew, leading him to immerse himself in the world of superbike racing.
Remarkably, Nasir ventured into this challenging field and emerged as an international champion, clinching victory in 38 professional bike racing competitions. His expertise extended to competing in prestigious events such as the UAE National Championship and the Bahrain Superbike Championship, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable racer.
Nasir has recently founded a new enterprise in Dubai, known as DSBK - D SUPER BIKE RACING. The company has already achieved milestones by successfully hosting its inaugural racing competition. It serves as a unique platform, uniting Superbike racers, their dedicated fan base, and esteemed brands.
Anila Nasir, Nasir's wife, has been the cornerstone of support for her husband in both his business and sporting pursuits, providing encouragement and strength. Their son, Abdul Sami, has already begun carving a niche for himself as a promising superbike racer, following in his father's footsteps. Their other children, Yahya Nasir, daughters Hana Nasir, and Rida Nasir, have settled in Dubai with them.
Nasir, a triumphant entrepreneur and champion superbike racer, has also been actively promoting philanthropic endeavors. His initiatives extend to various social activities, focusing on providing essential aid to deserving individuals in areas such as education and healthcare.
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DSBK - D SUPER BIKE RACING, is also set to host its championship in India next year. Nasir Syed will personally make this announcement during a press conference scheduled in Mumbai on November 4th. Detailed information about this event can be found on the official DSBK Racing Instagram page.(DSBKracing)
This is a feature story published in honor of Kannadiga NRI Nasir Syed and his achievements.
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Zelenskyy says Putin wants rest of Ukraine's Donetsk region as part of ceasefire
Brussels, Aug 12 (AP): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants Ukraine to withdraw from the remaining 30 per cent of the Donetsk region that Ukraine controls as part of a ceasefire deal.
Zelenskyy said Russia's position had been conveyed to him by US officials ahead of a summit Friday between Putin and US President Donald Trump in Alaska on the war in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy reiterated that Ukraine would not withdraw from territories it controls, saying that would be unconsitutional and would serve only as a springboard for a future Russian invasion.
It remained unclear whether Ukraine would take part in the Friday summit. European Union also has been sidelined from the meeting, and they appealed to Trump on Tuesday to protect their interests.
Zelenskyy said at a news briefing in Kyiv that Putin wants the remaining 9,000 square kilometres of Donetsk under Kyiv's control, where the war's toughest battles are grinding on, as part of a ceasefire plan. He said the Russian position was conveyed to him by US officials.
Doing so would hand Russia almost the entirety of the Donbas, a region comprising Ukraine's eastern industrial heartland that Putin has long coveted.
Zelenskyy was offering new details on the call he held with Trump and special envoy Steve Witkoff, after the latter's bilateral meeting with Putin. Witkoff told Zelenskyy that Russia was ready to end the war and that there should be territorial concessions from both sides. Some European partners were also part of the call.
“And that, probably, Putin wants us to leave Donbas. That is, it didn't sound like America wants us to leave,” he said, recounting the call. Further meetings at the level of National Security Advisors further clarified what Russia actually wanted, Zelenskyy said.
Meanwhile, Russian forces on the ground have been closing in on a key territorial grab around the city of Pokrovsk, potentially to use as leverage in any peace negotiations.
Seeking Trump's ear before the summit
Trump has said he wants to see whether Putin is serious about ending the war, now in its fourth year. The US president has disappointed allies in Europe by saying Ukraine will have to give up some Russian-held territory. He also said Russia must accept land swaps, although it was unclear what Putin might be expected to surrender.
The Europeans and Ukraine are wary that Putin, who has waged the biggest land war in Europe since 1945 and used Russia's energy might to try to intimidate the EU, might secure favourable concessions and set the outlines of a peace deal without them.
European countries' overarching fear is that Putin will set his sights on one of them next if he wins in Ukraine.
Their leaders said Tuesday they “welcome the efforts of President Trump towards ending Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine.” But, they underlined, “the path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine” and “international borders must not be changed by force.”
The Europeans on Wednesday will make a fresh attempt to rally Trump to Ukraine's cause at virtual meetings convened by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Trump did not confirm whether he would take part but did say “I'm going to get everybody's ideas” before meeting with Putin.
Russia holds shaky control over four of the country's regions, two in the country's east and two in the south.
Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the chief of Zelenskyy's office, said anything short of Russia's strategic defeat would mean that any ceasefire deal would be on Moscow's terms, erode international law and send a dangerous signal to the world.
'A profoundly alarming moment for Europe'
Trump's seemingly public rehabilitation of Putin — a pariah in most of Europe — has unnerved Ukraine's backers.
The summit in Alaska is a “profoundly alarming moment for Europe,” said Nigel Gould-Davies, senior fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in London.
According to Gould-Davies, Putin might persuade Trump to try to end the war by “accepting Russian sovereignty” over parts of Ukraine, even beyond areas that it currently occupies. Trump also could ease or lift sanctions which are causing “chronic pain” to the Russian economy.
That would provoke a “really serious split in the transatlantic alliance," he said.
The war isn't about Russia's territorial expansion but about Putin's goal of subordinating Ukraine, which would create the opportunity to threaten other parts of Europe, Gould-Davies said.
It was unclear whether the Europeans also were unsettled by Trump mistakenly saying twice he would be traveling to Russia on Friday to meet Putin. The summit is taking place in the U.S. state of Alaska, which was colonized by Russia in the 18th century until Czar Alexander II sold it to the U.S. in 1867.
Tuesday's European joint statement was meant to be a demonstration of unity. But Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is Putin's closest ally in Europe and has tried to block EU support for Ukraine, was the only one of the bloc's 27 leaders who refused to endorse it.
Russia closes in on Pokrovsk
Russia appeared close to taking an important city in the Donetsk region, Pokrovsk.
Military analysts using open-source information to monitor the battles said the next 24-48 hours could be critical. Losing Pokrovsk would hand Russia an important victory ahead of the summit. It also would complicate Ukrainian supply lines to the Donetsk region, where the Kremlin has focused the bulk of military efforts.
“A lot will depend on availability, quantity and quality of Ukrainian reserves,” Pasi Paroinen, an analyst with the Finland-based Black Bird Group, wrote on social media late Monday.
Ukraine's military said its forces are fending off Russian infantry units trying to infiltrate their defensive positions in the Donetsk region. The region's Ukrainian military command on social media Monday acknowledged that the situation remains “difficult, unpleasant and dynamic.”
Elsewhere in Ukraine, a Russian missile attack on a military training facility left one soldier dead and 11 others wounded, the Ukrainian Ground Forces posted on social media. Soldiers rushing to shelters were hit with cluster munitions, according to the Ukrainian Ground Forces.
