Independence Day celebrated at Iqra Arabic School in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: Iqra Arabic School in Mangaluru marked the Independence Day with a spirited celebration held on its campus. The event, rich in patriotism, brought together students and distinguished guests to honor the country's freedom while emphasizing the importance of diversity and social responsibility.
The event underscored the belief that diversity is the backbone of the nation's strength, a sentiment upheld for many years. The occasion served as a platform to advocate for the assimilation of positive attributes from various individuals, encouraging attendees not to succumb to misconceptions and to foster the capacity to interact harmoniously with all members of society. Dr. Abdul Majeed, a senior consultant surgeon, and the Chief Guest of the event highlighted this crucial aspect in his address.
"Developing ourselves to connect with people from all walks of life is our responsibility towards our fellow citizens," Dr. Abdul Majeed stated, emphasizing the significance of unity and understanding among diverse communities.
While commemorating Independence Day, the event also centered on the theme of individual social responsibility. Dr. Vishwanath, the Head of Surgical Oncology at AJ Hospital, emphasized the importance of being responsible citizens and paying homage to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation.
The event also featured the presence of Riaz Abdul Khader Bawa, the Chairman and Managing Director of Bawa Fish Meal and Oil Co, who extended his wishes for the students' promising futures.
Among the attendees were School Principal Maulana Saalim Khalifa Nadwi, Nadeem and others.
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Modi's Israel visit not good for Mahatma's India: Mehbooba
Srinagar (PTI): Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel was against the country's policy and not a good sign for Mahatma Gandhi's India.
She called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "criminal" who is afraid of visiting many countries lest he be arrested.
"I think our country's policy is against it. Today, the whole world opposes Israel PM Netanyahu. The International Criminal Court has indicted him. He does not visit many countries for fear of arrest. Modi, who represents 140 crore people, goes there and hugs a criminal, meets and talks to him, I think, it is not a good sign for our country, for Gandhi's India," Mehbooba told reporters in Anantnag.
On panchayat elections due in Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba said they should be conducted because the people at the ground-level are beset with problems.
"People believed that after the government was formed, their difficulties would be resolved, but they are not being addressed. So, Panchayat elections should take place, and I request the people not to see a party, but elect good persons so that they serve them tomorrow," she said.
Asked about the anti-corruption bureau raid on a house of a brother of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Chowdhary, the PDP chief said, "The raid on the brother of the deputy CM makes it clear on whose backing the brother does everything."
"You should ask this question to the deputy CM," the PDP leader added.
VIDEO | Khanbal, J&K: On PM Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti says, "PM went and hugged a criminal. He (Netanyahu) has been shunned by the world, banned from entering many countries."
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