Mangaluru Mosque opens doors to flood victims amid heavy rainfall
Mangaluru: Following a red alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) for Dakshina Kannada district for the next 24 hours, Badriya Juma Masjid in Kokkada, Belthangady taluk, has decided to open its doors round the clock to assist those affected by the floods.
Masjid President Hyder MS emphasised that extending support in difficult times is a humanitarian act. “We do not look at caste, creed and religion, while in crisis. We are all humans,” he told the Deccan Herald.
The mosque can accommodate nearly 100 people and has a madrasa that can provide additional shelter. “We are prepared to set up tents if needed,” he added.
A message has been circulated on WhatsApp since Monday, informing people that they can use the facility at the mosque in case of distress.
Hyder pointed out the significant threat posed by the rising water levels of the River Nethravathi, particularly to those living near riverbanks. Residents of Dharmasthala, Nidle, Patrame, Shishila, and Arasinamakki can contact the mosque members for assistance, the mosque president shared.
Expressing their commitment to communal harmony, Hyder recalled that the mosque had extended help during the COVID-19 pandemic as well. He also noted that people from various castes and religions participated in the mosque’s renovation three years ago.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Trump says he ‘hasn’t even thought about’ continuing Iran ceasefire
Washington: US President Donald Trump has said he has not yet considered whether he would continue the ceasefire involving Iran, while also claiming the United States holds the advantage in negotiations.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said he was prepared to make a deal with “whoever is running the show” in Iran.
“They are fighting with each other, there’s tremendous infighting. They’re probably fighting for leadership in many cases. I think they’re fighting not to be leader because we knocked out two levels of leaders,” he said.
Trump added, “When they want they can call me. We have all the cards, we’ve won everything.”
Referring to ongoing negotiations, he said, “They gave us a paper that should’ve been better. And, interestingly, immediately when I cancelled it [envoy trip to Pakistan], within 10 minutes we got a new paper that was much better.”
“We talked about they will not have a nuclear weapon, very simple … They offered a lot, but not enough,” he added.
When asked whether he would continue the ceasefire, Trump replied, “I haven’t even thought about it.”
The remarks come as uncertainty remains over the future of the temporary truce and broader negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
