Mangaluru, November 18: The Rachana Awards instituted by the Catholic Chamber of Commerce and Industry were presented on four achievers at a glittering ceremony held at the Milagres Jubilee Auditorium here on Sunday.

Achievers Lawrence Pinto (Farmer), Ronald Castelino (Industrialist), Faye D'SOUZA(Professional) and Sister Maria Jyothi AC(Woman of the year) received the award.

Mangaluru Bishop Dr.. Peter Paul Saldanha presided over the programme in which Karnataka zonal chief postal manager Dr. Charles Lobo was the chief guest. Rachana president Stany Alvares, Vice president Elias Sanctis, Secretary Anil Vaz, Treasurer Felix J Pinto, Assistant secretary Nelson Montero, Convener John B. Montero and others were present.

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Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received a fresh emergency alert on their mobile phones stating that the situation in the country is currently safe.

The message, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), thanked people for their cooperation and reassured them that conditions were stable.

“Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, and to follow official instructions. (MOI),” the alert read.

The notification was sent in both Arabic and English through the country’s emergency alert system.

The advisory comes after earlier alerts warning of potential missile threats amid rising regional tensions. Authorities have urged the public to stay cautious and follow official guidance.