KMCA organises 13th annual blood donation camp in association with SKMWA, HIF-Q, FFC-Q
Doha: The Karnataka Muslim Cultural Association (KMCA) in collaboration with South Kanara Muslim Welfare Association (SKMWA) organised its 13th annual blood donation camp here at the HMC Blood Donor Center, Bayth Al Dhiyafa Medical City.
The camp was also supported by Highland Islamic Forum – Qatar (HIF-Q) and Family Friends Circle – Qatar (FFC-Q).
According to an official press statement from the KMCA, at least 175 people attended the event of which 110 enrolled for voluntary blood donation. However, the release added that 60 people successfully donated blood after going through mandatory routine check-ups in accordance with the local regulations.
Dr. Mohan Thomas was present at the event as the chief guest. In his address, Dr. Thomas spoke about why voluntary blood donations are important and how it affects the lives of other people and families.
Dr. Tabrez, Dr. Gaffar Ali, and Milan Arun were also present at the event and addressed the gathering.
KMCA General Secretary Suhaib Ahmed compered the event while KMCA President Fayaz Ahmed welcomed the guests and dignitaries to the event.
Javed Shariff, President of Family Friends Circle, recited the verses from Holy Quran followed by the translation.
On behalf of President of SKMWA Abdul Razzak, General Secretary Imran Bantwal welcomed and introduced doctors who spoke on the benefits of blood donation
President of HIF, Shafaqat presented the vote of Thanks.
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Former India hockey coach Michael Nobbs dies
Melbourne (PTI): Former Australian hockey player Michael Nobbs, who coached the Indian men's team at the 2012 London Olympics, has died after a prolonged illness.
He was 72 years old and is survived by his wife Lee Capes, a former Australian women's international and daughter Kaitlin, who is a current Hockeyroos star.
"Hockey Australia extends its deepest condolences to Michael’s family, friends, former teammates, players and all those whose lives and careers were shaped by his contribution to hockey. He will be remembered as a proud Kookaburra, a respected professional, and a servant of the sport," Hockey Australia said in a statement.
Nobbs represented Australia as a defender, playing across the half-back line and at fullback, and was renowned for his reliability, fitness and professionalism. He earned 76 international caps for Australia between 1979 and 1985, scoring one goal, and was a member of one of the strongest eras in Australian men’s hockey, said Hockey Australia on its website in its tribute.
Nobbs was an integral part of the Australian teams that competed at the 1981 Hockey World Cup in Bombay and the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
While part of a generation widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest, he consistently held his place through hard work, discipline and trust earned from teammates and coaches, Hockey Australia wrote.
Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008. While India were brilliant in the qualifiers, the team finished last at the London extravaganza which also expedited the Australian coach's sacking.
Apart from India, Nobbs also coached Japan.
