Sahebaan Welfare Trust launched with grand event in Mangalore
Mangalore: Sahebaan Welfare Trust (SWT), an NGO established in December 2023 for the welfare of the Sahebaan Community (Urdu-speaking Hanafi people from DK and Udupi districts), celebrated its launch with a gathering at Ocean Pearl Hotel Kodiyalbail, Mangalore.
The event witnessed the presence of more than 120 prominent members of the Sahebaan Community from both districts and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Imtiaz Khatib commenced the function with a Qirath recitation.
Afroz Assadi, the President of the Trust, extended a welcome to the gathering and expressed gratitude for their participation. Imtiaz Khatib, Trustee SWT, introduced the Trust, outlining its purpose and goals.
Prof Muzaffer Assadi, former Vice Chancellor of Mysore University, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the challenges faced by the Sahebaan community and emphasizing the need for improvement through education and skill development. Shabih Ahmed Kazi, Former President of Jamiyyatul Falah DK and Udupi districts, also addressed the occasion.
Siraj Ahmed, MD of Inland Infrastructure Pvt Ltd Mangalore, emphasized the importance of adapting to changes and called upon Sahebaan Youth to take the lead. Kota Ibrahim, Former President, Udupi Muslim Okkuta, lauded the formation of the trust and pledged support.
Syed Siraj Ahmed, Secretary of the Trust, explained that SWT is an offshoot of Sahebaan UAE, which has been active in the social and cultural activities of the community for over 30 years. He highlighted the migration of community members for employment, leaving the community unrepresented in DK and Udupi.
Mumtaz Hussain from Qatar spoke on Urdu culture and language, emphasizing the need to promote and nurture them. The event featured felicitations for individuals for their achievements and contributions to society, including Major D M Nizamuddin (Retd), B G Mohd, Dr. Safwan Ahmed, Dr. Fathima Raeesa, Ilham Dawood, and Aliya Imtiaz Khan.
Several dignitaries, including Mateen Ahmed, Haq Assadi, Meraj Yousef, Najmuddin Assadi, Mohd Akram, Asif Iqbal, Abid, and Zubeir Amber, were honored for their achievements and contributions to the community. Anshu Maryam effectively anchored the event, and the trustees, including Iqbal Manna, Rafiq Assadi, Althaf Khatib, and Sahil Zaheer, extended their support.
Aliya Imtiaz conveyed the vote of thanks, marking the successful launch of the Sahebaan Welfare Trust.
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Pizza Hut China debuts unusual bullfrog pizza, sparking mixed reactions online
Beijing : Pizza Hut China has taken a bold step into culinary experimentation by introducing a limited-edition pizza topped with deep-fried bullfrog, a move that has garnered both curiosity and criticism online. The unconventional dish was first highlighted by global food trend expert David Henke, who shared a photo of the new menu item on X (formerly Twitter), noting the diverse protein preferences in different cultures.
The pizza, known as "Goblin Pizza," features a thick crust, red sauce, a layer of parsley, and a whole deep-fried bullfrog as the centerpiece. The frog's "eyes" are created with halved hard-boiled eggs, each topped with a black olive, making for a visually striking presentation. According to Korean news outlet Maeil Business Newspaper, the unusual offering is a collaboration with Dungeons and Dragons, inspired by a character from the game.
Details about the availability of this new creation are limited, with no specific information provided on Pizza Hut’s official website. However, the quirky menu item has already become a talking point on social media, drawing a mix of reactions ranging from shock to curiosity.
On Reddit, a photo of the pizza was shared, fueling further debate. Some users labeled the dish as “pure blasphemy,” while one user went so far as to say, “This pizza is a felony.” Another asked, “Why ruin a pizza like that?”
Not all feedback was negative; one commenter admitted that while the frog might be off-putting, they'd be more accepting if the pizza underneath was satisfactory. Another joked, "You can ribbet this right into the garbage."
Amidst the critique, there were voices of intrigue. One foodie defended the dish, saying, “Fried frog legs are so good! Maybe next time, shred the frog leg meat and add it to the pizza—that would be pretty good.”
