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Galaxy of stars descend at launch of Kirmani’s autobiography ‘Stumped: Life Behind And Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards’

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Bengaluru, KARNATAKA :

Syed Kirmani, an ODI World Cup winner with India in 1983, speaks during the launch of his autobiography, in Bengaluru. | Photo Credit: PTI

The cricket universe was represented by Kapil Dev, Rahul Dravid, V.V.S. Laxman, Anil Kumble, Brijesh Patel, E.A.S. Prasanna, B.S. Chandrasekhar and many of Kirmani’s State teammates.

A galaxy of stars descended at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday for the launch of ‘Stumped: Life Behind And Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards’ by Syed Kirmani, the autobiography of one of India’s finest wicketkeepers.

The cricket universe was represented by Kapil Dev, Rahul Dravid, V.V.S. Laxman, Anil Kumble, Brijesh Patel, E.A.S. Prasanna, B.S. Chandrasekhar and many of Kirmani’s State teammates.

Infosys co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar were also in attendance.

Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar during the launch of  ‘Stumped, Life Behind And Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards ‘ with Krimani (right). | Photo Credit: The Hindu

Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, badminton stalwart Prakash Padukone and actor Jackie Shroff sent their well wishes through video messages. The book is co-authored by Debashish Sengupta and Dakshesh Pathak.

Kirmani’s famous partnership with Kapil Dev against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup, where the duo rescued India from a precarious 17 for five, was a favourite memory among speakers on the stage.

Kapil spoke about the first time he met Kirmani, who incidentally celebrated his 75th birthday on Sunday.

Kirmani’s famous partnership with Kapil Dev (right) against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup, where the duo rescued India from a precarious 17 for five, was a favourite memory among speakers on the stage.  | Photo Credit: PTI

“I was in an under-19 camp when Syed Kirmani, Bishan Singh Bedi and others returned to India after being bloodied and bruised on a tour to the West Indies. I worked up the courage to approach Kirmani. The first autograph I ever received in my life was from the great ‘Kiri bhai’ and G.R. Viswanath,” Kapil said.

“I remember what Kirmani wrote when signing the autograph. He wrote ‘Hope to see tons of runs and tons of wickets from you’. That was most kind of him. I also spent a few hours with him, where he taught me so much about the sport and beyond,” Kapil said.

source: http://www.sportstar.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Cricket / by Ashwin Achal / December 29th, 2024

World’s youngest Head Master(HM) Babar Ali feted

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WEST BENGAL / Mysuru, KARNATAKA :

(From left) Lokaraj Urs (Founder, Madilu Seva Trust NGO), Veeresh, President, Suvarna Karnataka Chemists and Distributors Association, S. Manjunath, President, Mysore District Chemists and Distributors Association, C.K. Muralidharan, Ashok Kumar, Joint Secretary, Mysore District Chemists and Distributors Association and Nigin.

World’s youngest Head Master (HM) Babar Ali, who was in city recently, was felicitated by the office-bearers of Mysore District Chemists and Distributors Association.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Photo News / December 31st, 2024

26-year-old Indian-origin doctor Sulaymaan Al Majid killed in plane crash in UAE

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INDIA / Sharjah, U.A.E :

Sulaymaan Al Majid, a 26-year-old Indian-origin doctor, was born and raised in the UAE. (Photo: LinkedIn)

A 26-year-old Indian-origin doctor, Sulaymaan Al Majid, was killed in a light aircraft crash off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The crash occurred on December 26, shortly after takeoff. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident.

In Short

  • A 26-year-old Indian-origin doctor was killed in the UAE in a plane crash
  • Sulaymaan Al Majid had hired a light aircraft for sightseeing with his family
  • Majid was a clinical fellow at the County Durham and Darlington Trust in the UK

A 26-year-old Indian-origin doctor was among two people killed in a light aircraft crash in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The aircraft, that took off from Jazirah Aviation Club, crashed off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah on December 26.

Two people, Sulaymaan Al Majid, an Indian-origin doctor, and a 26-year-old Pakistani woman who was flying the plane, lost their lives in the crash.

The doctor, Sulaymaan Al Majid, was a clinical fellow at the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust in the UK. Born and raised in the UAE, Sulaymaan hired the aircraft for a sightseeing experience.

His family, including his father, mother, and younger brother, were present at the aviation club to watch the flight. Sulaymaan’s younger brother was scheduled to take the next ride, the Khaleej Times reported.

The crash occurred shortly after takeoff near the Cove Rotana Hotel, close to the beach. The aircraft was piloted by a 26-year-old Pakistani woman, who also lost her life in the accident.

Sulaymaan’s father, Majid Mukarram, recounted the events leading up to and following the crash.

“At first, we were told the glider had lost radio contact,” Majid said. “Later, we were informed it had made an emergency landing and that the occupants had been taken to the hospital. When we reached the hospital, we were told that both were critically injured and undergoing resuscitation efforts. Sulaymaan passed away before we could see him, and his time of death was recorded as past 4:30 pm.”

Sulaymaan was also known for his dedication to medical advocacy. He served as Co-Chair of the Northern Resident Doctors Committee of the British Medical Association, where he worked to advance the interests of his peers, according to his LinkedIn profile.

The family, who resides in Sharjah, is preparing for Sulaymaan’s funeral at Al Ghusai graveyard.

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed the crash on Sunday. Work teams and relevant authorities are continuing their efforts to determine the cause of the accident.

source: http://www.indiatoday.in / India Today / Home> News> World / by Girish Kumar Anshu, India Today World Desk / December 30th, 2024