Dubai, UAE: The NRI Congress Karnataka - UAE Chapter, under the leadership of Mr. Mohammed Azeem, celebrated the historic victory of the Karnataka Assembly Elections 2023 in Dubai on Saturday, May 20, 2023. The event brought together prominent personalities and supporters of the Indian National Congress (INC) to commemorate the achievement.

Mr. Mohammed Azeem (Dubai Real Estate Pioneer & Director - Irham Healthcare Group), Shafi Naser (Investor, Dubai Real Estate Corp Inc), Rahman Sajipa (President & Member of various cultural organizations) Shaikh Muzaffer (Founder, Aim India Forum), Dr. Aris (Social Worker), Aslam, Zaheer Bikampady, Mohammed Niyaz, Mohammed Noushad, Rizwan Kundapur, Mohammed Imran, and others were present during the event.

The members of NRI Congress Karnataka Chapter extended their congratulations to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and the Cabinet Ministers for their remarkable achievement in the elections.

The event also showcased admiration for various political leaders through the display of their pictures, including, AICC President Malikarjun Kharge, KPCC President DK Shivkumar, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan, UT Khader, Dr. Parameshwar, Ramalinga Reddy, MB Patil, BK Hariprasad, Rizwan Arshad, KH Muniyappa, Inayat Ali, NA Haris, Priyank Kharge, Sharath Bacchegowda, Pradeep Ishwar, B. Nagendra, Suneel Mane, Saleem Ahmed, Ashok Rai, Dr. Arati Krishna, and many others.

Attendees shared their thoughts and discussed the establishment of the NRI Karnataka Congress in the UAE, emphasizing the importance of supporting and representing Karnataka's culture and strengthening ties with the government. Mohammed Azeem emphasized the need for a strong representation of the KNRI body in the UAE to support Kannadigas in need, particularly focusing on the youth as the future of the community.

The chief guest, Shafi Naser, congratulated the Congress party on its victory and expressed optimism about positive developments in the state under its leadership.

The celebration concluded with a vote of thanks and a dinner, fostering camaraderie and unity among the attendees.

It is worth noting that the NRI Congress Karnataka - UAE Chapter aims to create a platform for NRIs to engage in the political process, promote the interests of the Karnataka community abroad, and contribute to the development and welfare of the state.

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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.