WHAT’S ON SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2016 KFH Takes part in autism activities

uwait Finance House (KFH) organized a number of activities on the occasion of the World Autism KAwareness Day in collaboration with Kuwait Autism Center, as part of its corporate social responsibil- ity and efforts to increase awareness of this disease. KFH availed its media channels on social media to increase awareness, recognition and diagnosis of the disorder to help people recognize the early signs of autism. The bank also supports the government’s efforts in this regard. It patronized a seminar themed ‘My Journey with Autism’ held by Kuwait Autism Center and attended by a number of parents and concerned parties such as teachers. Dr Robert Nasif from the US delivered a lecture showcasing his experience as a father and a specialist. He underlined the importance of increasing Nissan Al-Babtain names awareness of this disease in the society. $10,000 grand prize winner

bdulmohsen Abdulaziz Al-Babtain of commerce officials. Mohammad Company (AABC), the exclusive Ghannam was the lucky winner of the Aagent of Nissan in the State of Grande raffle. At a glittering ceremony Kuwait, arranged a Grande raffle for its at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, the winner customers with the exclusive offers and was awarded his prize. gifts promised during Hala February Nissan Al-Babtain Genuine Parts is 2016. known for always providing the cus- Nissan Al-Babtain Genuine parts tomers with exceptional offers through- arranged three weekly rounds for 10 out the year and Hala February offer was winners each week during its February a continuation of this year’s surprises and campaign and recently the grand raffle will be followed by many more offers for of $10,000 cash in March in the pres- all the loyal Nissan Genuine Parts cus- ence of a large gathering of customers, tomers. company management and the ministry Congratulations

‘Masala Coffee’ live show in Kuwait

n order to commemorate its 13th anniversary event - “Krishna” - by the renowned film actress The band is earning phenomenal popularity celebrations, NAFO-Kuwait is organizing a live and danseuse Padmasree and her 16- worldwide with international touring, especially Iin concert by the one of the most sensational member team. Furthermore, in 2014, for the first in the middle-east through their breath taking music bands “Masala Coffee” - the band brewed time in Kuwait NAFO introduced the sensational shows staged in Dubai, Sharja and Abu Dhabi, out of relentless urge to create music of all gen- band “Thaikkudam Bridge” presenting a mega and also through more than 100 live shows res - topped with the sweetest nostalgia of musical event and in 2015 dance show staged in Indian metro cities during a span of Hindi, Tamil, and ingredients. The “Antaram” by actress Suhasini Maniratnam, and last two years. The unique songs of the band got music fiesta will be held on the evening of renowned danseuse Gopika Varma. Each of the popularized majorly through social media net- Friday, 13th May, 2016, at the American above breathtaking events were attended and working sites and have now grown to become International School, Maidan Hawally. witnessed by more than 1200 spectators. one of the most popular bands in India. In spite NAFO maintains an excellent track record of Contemporary dance-musical events of these of it not being specifically classified either under its past remarkable achievements that were type is being presented by NAFO, to spread the pop, rock or metal etc., it will be no wonder if the accomplished through sincere and authentic value of universal friendship, unity and harmony band makes its presence felt in Kuwait as an showcasing of unique and astounding public through music, art and culture. example of how the modern generation is influ- socio-cultural super events. For example, in year This time the exclusive plug-in live show will enced by music that is not of a specific genre 2011 & 2012, NAFO organized mega contempo- be performed by the astounded sensational but, music of class. A crowd of more than 1,500 rary dance-music fest “Sangamam” by world super band “Masala Coffee”, comprising of spectators is expected to attend and witness this renowned cultural fable ‘Soorya-Arts Society’ twelve artists from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangluru, most awaited unique musical extravaganza. and “Samagamam” classical dance-music fiesta Chennai and Kerala, having more than a million Event convener, V R Anil Kumar informed that ongratulations to Mr/Mrs Hamilton on the arrival of your new baby. May by renowned Mohiniyattom exponent Vineetha hits on YouTube. Several of them associating admission to the show will be strictly restricted God guide and protect Endia Mary as she grows to be a blessing to your Nedungadi, playback singers Vivekanandan and with legendary maestros in Indian Music, and through invitations/entry passes only. Cfamily. Greetings from friends and well-wishers. Rajalakshmi. are also popular stars in TV shows aired Asianet, In 2013, NAFO conducted a mega cultural Kappa Channel Mazhavil Manorama etc. IES celebrates 125th birth anniversary of Dr Ambedkar

haratiya Vidya Bhavan (IES) paid homage to Dr B R Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Constitution of India, by celebrat- Bing his 125th birth anniversary in a befitting way on April 14, 2016 on the school premises. The program was graced by the auspi- cious presence of the Chief Guest Sunil Jain, the Ambassador of India to Kuwait. The other notable personages present for the august event were the Chairman of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Middle East, N K Ramachandran Menon, the Principal of IES, Vice Principals and the Supervisor Management. The magnificent event unfurled with the unveiling of the new name of the school library, Dr Ambedkar Library and the inscription of the preamble of the constitution of India at the entrance of the library by the Chief Guest. The other major events of the day com- menced auspiciously in the auditorium with the recitation of a verse from the Holy Quran which was followed by the rendition of the Kuwait National Anthem, and the Hindi prayer by the minstrels of the school choir. The lighting of the ceremonial lamp was conjointly per- formed by the chief guest, chairman, principal, vice principals and the librarians. The proud gathering was welcomed by the principal, T Premkumar. The floral bouquet of love and respect was extended to the Chief Guest and the principal thanked the ambassador for accept- ing the invitation though at a very short notice. While welcoming, the principal enlightened the gathering about the main purpose of cele- brating the 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr Ambedkar, and its relevance in the present time. The icing on the cake of the day was the patriotic song rendered by the school choir which left the audience spellbound. Lianna Maria Joseph of 8C delivered a speech on Dr Ambedkar and his contribu- tions to the country. The Chief Guest unveiled the portrait of Dr Ambedkar amidst thunderous applause, a glowing tribute to the Builder of the Modern India. It was indeed a learning environment for the students of grades seven and eight of IES, the key audience of the program, and they essentially imbibed the thoughts and principles of Dr Ambedkar, the First Indian to pursue a Doctorate degree in Economics. A wunderkind of IES, CBSE I stream Sambav Jain (Grade 7), brightened up the audience and won plaudits by reciting a poem on Dr Ambedkar. A classical dance performance by the budding artists of the primary section of IES further enlivened the audience. The multi- farious events added entertainment and luster to the whole program. The Chief Guest, Sunil Jain, while addressing the audience, expressed his delight and pride in being a part of such a celebration, and consid- ered it as a great opportunity to meet the young minds. He said that Dr Ambedkar, was the Epitome of Equality and Social Justice, who took the bull by its horns to be successful in his life. Jain stressed upon the challenges to be taken by the youth of the nation, and the key role they had to play to see their country in its best shape. He said, “Only mind can break all barriers in terms of speed.... speed of thinking is faster than the speed of sound.....As students of the com- ing generation you should overcome all the barriers with your deter- mined minds and thinking power”. N K Ramachandran Menon, the Chairman, Bhavans Middle East and the Principal, T Premkumar presented the Chief Guest a memento as a token of gratitude and respect of the Bhavans fraternity. Suresh V Balakrishnan the event coordinator and Vice Principal, CBSEi pro- posed the vote of thanks. Meenakshi Nayyar, the HoD of Social Science, was the emcee of the program. The 125th Birth Anniversary celebrations of Dr B R Ambedkar solemnly concluded with the recital of the Indian National Anthem. The day also marked the first celebra- tion in 2016, when Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan has entered its 10th year of excellence in education in the Middle East.