Ullal: A tragic road accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the life of a youngster from Ullal, Millath Nagar. The deceased has been identified as Abdul Razik (27), son of Muhammad.
Razik was traveling to work in a staff bus on the night of September 14 when another bus reportedly collided with it. He sustained severe injuries and died on the spot, according to family sources.
He was employed with Polytech Company in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, and had moved abroad in search of better employment opportunities. A civil engineering graduate, Razik had recently returned from a visit to India in July and resumed work in Saudi Arabia on August 15.
Razik was the youngest son in his family. His family had earlier lost a brother and a sister due to illness, making this loss even more devastating.
He is survived by his parents, three sisters, one brother, and a wide circle of relatives and well-wishers.
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Amritsar (PTI): Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday said that with digital transformation, economic reforms and a strong focus on the ease of doing business, India is moving towards becoming a global economic powerhouse.
He was speaking after inaugurating the 19th edition of the Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) in Amritsar.
The former president said that this 19th edition of PITEX is being organised at a time when India is recognised as one of the fastest-growing large economies in the world.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the event organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) the former president, while referring to Punjab, said the state is a living example of courage, sacrifice and enterprise.
"The spiritual light of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) inspires peace and humanity across the world. The heritage of Punjab is deep and inspiring," Kovind said, according to a statement issued by the PITEX.
The former president congratulated the PHDCCI for hosting the 19th edition of PITEX and suggested that the chamber should expand PITEX outside Punjab.
He proposed that a similar event should also be held in New Delhi.
