UT Khader expresses shock over Koorath Thangal’s demise
Mangaluru: The Muslim community is mourning the unexpected demise of Assayed Fazal Koyamma Thangal Koorath, the spiritual leader of the Coastal Muslim Community and Ullal Khazi. Speaker U T Khadar expressed his shock and sorrow over the news while addressing the media after paying his last respects to Koorath Thangal at his residence in Ettikulam near Payyannur on Monday.
"Sayyed had spoken to me only two days ago," Khadar said. "The news of his death, especially given that he had no prior health issues, has plunged the entire community into unbearable grief. Koorath Thangal was a pillar of spiritual support for many, offering guidance and solace to those in need. He treated everyone equally, regardless of caste, creed, poverty, or affluence. Thangal consistently preached the importance of reverence for the creator and mutual love and trust among people."
Speaker Khadar described Koorath Thangal as an exemplary person who stood firmly for truth. "The community, still grieving the loss of his father, Tajul Ulama, now faces renewed despondency with Thangal’s passing," he added.
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Koorath Thangal’s mortal remains are expected to reach Ullal Dargah at 7 PM, with the last rites scheduled to be held in Koorath, Puttur. Anticipating a large crowd at Ullal Dargah, city police have implemented alternative traffic arrangements. ACP Dhanya stated, "Vehicles heading towards the Dargah will be allowed only till Mastikatte via the over-bridge. Visitors will then proceed on foot towards the Dargah. For their return, they must take the Someshwara route."
Parking arrangements have been made near Ullalabailu, Hazrath School, Ullal Beach, Mastikatte, Abbakka Circle, and Bhagavati Temple to accommodate the influx of visitors.
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Kazakhstan holds referendum on first nuclear power plant amid public criticism
Almaty: Kazakhstan is voting in a referendum today to decide whether to construct its first nuclear power plant, a proposal pushed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's government to phase out the country’s reliance on coal-powered energy.
Despite the government's emphasis on nuclear power as a step towards sustainable energy and economic progress, the proposal has been met with public skepticism due to safety concerns, the Soviet nuclear testing legacy, and apprehensions about Russia’s involvement.
Prominent blogger Vadim Boreiko expressed doubts about the referendum, suggesting that the decision to build the plant in collaboration with Russia's state nuclear firm, Rosatom, may have already been made and that the vote is merely a formality.
Kazakhstan, a country of 20 million people with abundant natural gas reserves, currently relies heavily on aging coal-powered plants and imports electricity from Russia to meet its energy needs. The government argues that nuclear power, given the country’s status as one of the world’s largest uranium producers, would be a logical addition to its energy mix, alongside growing renewable sources like wind and solar power.
The cabinet estimates that constructing the nuclear power plant would cost between $10 billion and $12 billion. However, critics advocate for alternatives like gas-powered plants, which, while still reliant on fossil fuels, are less harmful to the environment and present fewer risks compared to nuclear facilities.
The country's history with nuclear energy includes the 1986 Chornobyl disaster and numerous Soviet nuclear weapon tests, which have left a lasting impact on public health and have caused widespread distrust towards anything related to nuclear energy.
President Tokayev, addressing these concerns, emphasised the need to focus on future developments instead of lingering on past tragedies, stating, “We must move forward and be optimistic; otherwise, we will lag behind in this global race to progress.”
The outcome of the referendum will determine whether Kazakhstan takes its first step towards nuclear energy amidst ongoing debates over the potential risks and benefits of the project.
