Mangaluru: Minister of State for Tourism and Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India Shripad Naik on Monday commended the work of Yenepoya organisation and Health Services by imparting quality health education and services. He said the Yenepoya group was exemplary in its efforts in providing quality healthcare services.
He was speaking at the inauguration of the newly constructed building of Yenepoya deemed University’s Pharmacy College and Research Centre. He also inaugurated the Yenepoya Ayurveda College’s hospital building at the Naringana Ayush Campus.
“Even though Goa is the place where I grew up, the Yenepoya group has started a program to provide healthcare services in the name of my wife. It is truly remarkable.” He said while thanking the Yenepoya group.
Deputy Leader of Opposition in Karnataka State Assembly, UT Khader who was present as the Chief Guest, said the Yenepoya Pharmacy College is another step towards providing facilities of both Allopathy and Ayurveda to the people and one from which patients can benefit.
Yenepoya Abdullah Kunhi, the Chancellor of Yenepoya deemed university, presided over the event and thanked all those who contributed to the growth of Yenepoya Medical Education Institutions. He said that he would also express his gratitude to the minister for allowing them to provide health services in memory of his late wife.
During the event, the Yenepoya group also announced that it would adopt the Kinya village under Arogya Gram Yojana. The 75th birthday of Yenepoya Abdullah Kunhi was also celebrated on the occasion.
Muhammad Kunhi, Chairman of Yenepoya Group of Companies, was the guest of honour. University’s registrar Dr. K. S. Gangadhar Somayaaji, Vice Chancellor Dr. M. Vijay Kumar, and Pro Vice-Chancellor Dr. B. H. Shri Pati Rao were present.
Kinya Gram Panchayath President Lakshmi, Naringana Gram Panchayat President Shailaja Shetty, Panchayat Development Officer were also present during the event.
Ayurveda College Principal Dr. Gururaj H. Welcomed the gathering while Yenepoya Pharmacy College Principal Dr. Muhammad Gulzar Ahmed presented vote of thanks.
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Doha: Panic gripped parts of Doha’s outskirts after falling rocket debris triggered a large explosion, according to video footage verified by Al Jazeera.
The footage, which has been widely circulated online, shows an object falling from the sky before a massive blast occurs. Red flames and thick black smoke can be seen rising from the impact site.
In the video, people are heard screaming and running for safety as the debris falls. One person is heard saying, “It is right next to my room.” Moments later, he adds, “Oh my God! May Allah protect us.”
Al Jazeera reported that it had verified the authenticity of the footage.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region following ongoing military exchanges. Further details about damage or casualties were not immediately available.
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