Lublin, Poland: Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder and President of the Thumbay Group, has been conferred an honorary doctorate by the University of Lublin, Poland. This marks his fifth honorary degree, awarded for his involvement in healthcare, medical education, and research initiatives with a focus on community impact.

The University cited his role in developing a private academic health system and a private medical university, along with the expansion of healthcare services and education through the Thumbay Group. The group operates across various sectors including hospitals, medical education, diagnostics, and research.

The University also noted initiatives such as the Thumbay International Research Grant (TIRG), which provides AED 3 million annually to support research in areas such as cancer immunology, artificial intelligence in healthcare, and precision medicine.

Dr. Moideen, originally from Karnataka, India, is known for his work in the Gulf region, particularly among Non-Resident Indian (NRI) communities. At the award ceremony, he stated: “If our work has empowered others to dream, to heal, to grow, then I consider it a success. It is no longer about how far I have progressed, but how many I have brought along. I aspire for Thumbay Group to be remembered as a force that empowered the underprivileged and raised the standards of education, healthcare, and research.”

The Group has announced plans to double its healthcare capacity and expand its businesses fivefold, with an aim to broaden its global presence. It continues to operate institutions such as Gulf Medical University and other affiliated healthcare and research entities.

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Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.

Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.

"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.

Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.

The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.

Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.