Learners Own Academy celebrates ‘Open Day’

KUWAIT CITY, Dec 1: Indian Learners Own Academy recently celebrated its Open Day with great pomp and show. The evening witnessed the spark and enthusiasm of students who were dressed up in jazzy attires.

The festivity of the evening began with the arrival of the Chief Guest of the occasion Talal Bousheetan, the performance enhancement coordinator at Kuwait Petroleum International Company (KPI).

The program began with the recital of verses from Holy Quran and a prayer in English. The parents, distinguished guest, invited guests, parents; staff of the school witnessed the lighting of the lamp, invoking the blessings of God the almighty to remove darkness of ignorance.

The children welcomed the guests and the audience with a welcome song. Think of the magic of the foot, comparatively small upon which your whole body rests. It’s a miracle and dance is a celebration of that miracle. Students of Class II in their enigmatic attire and grandeur presented a classical dance form of India to express their happiness and joy to welcome the guests.

Knowledge

The Principal, Mrs Asha Sharma, a renowned educationist, an epitome of eminence and the navigator of the flagship of knowledge welcomed and addressed the chief guest, audience and spoke on the various activities and achievements of the school.

She also said that the school lays stress on building the caliber of the students in all fields of learning. The school has always laid its emphasis in recognizing and appreciating the students for their excellence. The Chief Guest applauded achievements and gave away the prizes to the deserving students of Indian Learners Own Road, entrance just after the Hard Rock Café, before Marina Crescent. Santa will be there from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm and 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. KD 1 entrance fee. TASK general body meeting: Technical Staff Association of Kuwait (TASK), Kuwait conducting their General Body meeting on Dec 7, 2012 Friday 4:00 pm at Hi-Dine Auditorium. Election will conduct for selecting new office bearers for the year 2013.

The committee is inviting all members and technical staff non-residents from India in Kuwait to join hands with TASK and strengthen the association. For further details, contact: 97328735, 99453761 or e-mail to: taskkwt@hotmail.com Men’s Voice music concert: Christmas is the season of new beginnings and second chances! Headlines of disease, disaster and death slowly but surely acclimatize us to permanently anticipate the darker side of life. Men’s Voice Kuwait and Choral Society has always carried the message of love, hope and unity, touching the hearts of thousands, regardless of age, creed or religion.

Every year we look forward to ring the Christmas season with a night of joyous music. Popular 12-year-old choir draws us to the brighter side with the ‘The Joy of Christmas’ a wonderful concert on Friday, Dec 7, 2012 at 7:00 pm at Carmel School Auditorium, Khaitan.

Join us for a classical Christmas Academy. He focused on learning for life and appreciated the Indian system of education.

The ambience and festivity of the program was further showcased by scintillating performance of Class I students who foot tapped to the alluring tunes of the song. There were also dance performances by the students, expertly choreographed by the teachers of Class I and II, which kept the audience enthralled. The mime by students of Class II depicting the effects of pollution was a wonderful message about the effects of pollution to human population. It won the admiration of the parents and eminent guests. The audiences were thrilled to see the performance of the children and gave thundering applause at every scene.

Milestones

Life isn’t a matter of milestones but of moments. This thought was well executed and presented by students in an English Song ‘larger than life’. The Italian phrase ‘Mama Mia’ was elegantly performed in a dance form by versatile performers of the school. The children expressed the rich tradition of Arabs through an Arabic dance followed by a delightful dance for a French song.

The kummi dance by the girls of class II was a blend of precise rhythmic splendor. The fun and frolic of a holiday mood resonated in the hall with the students dancing and swaying away to the tunes of an English song.

The energetic fervor of the program was at its peak with students reverberating to a Punjabi Bhangra. The children presented a laudable and astounding performance. It was applauded by one and all. Student representative of Class II delivered the vote of thanks and the audience left the auditorium with reminiscing memories of the program. moment which for sure would put you in a festive mood. Listen to the heavenly music by great masters written to celebrate the season. It is for sure an early gift of glorious music for the whole family to enjoy. The Joy of Christmas is a wonderful opportunity for all to experience the real meaning of Christmas. For regular updates follow us on www.facebook.com/mensvoicekuwait or contact 94064465, 66044819. Winter Bazaar stalls booking: The much awaited Winter Wonderland Bazaar at The English School (TES) is on Saturday, Dec 8 from 1 to 4 pm. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of shopping and fun activities. Amazing stalls selling great holiday gifts, handicrafts and accessories. Let kids meet Santa, buy gifts at Secret Shop, enjoy live music, bouncy castles, games and much more. This is your chance to book a table at this popular Bazaar. Please call email Randee Ramsey at rspittelramsey@gmail.com or tespavendors@gmail.com to book your tables! We look forward to your participation.

Entrance fee: adults KD 1, children free. Join us in Salmiya, Block 12, Mousaed Al Azmi Street. ILF annual day functions: Indian Lawyers’ Forum (ILF), the association of Indian Lawyers & Law graduates’ in Kuwait will conducts its Annual day functions on Dec 14, 2012 Friday 5.00 pm onwards at Indian Central School Auditorium, Abbassia Jleeb Al-Shiyukh.

This year we have planned to celebrate Annual Day Celebrations, with Public meeting, Directory/Souvenir release, Traditional displays, Dances, Thiruvathira, Oppana, Children’s programmes Orchestra and a grand Signature Programme.

To commemorate the event, we shall release a colourful Lawyers’ Directory/Souvenir, which would contain a variety of useful information, legal writings from senior lawyers, High Court justices & also advertisements.

For further information please contact, Adv. Thomas Panicker 24346934, 97203939, Adv. Suresh Pulickal 97260159, Adv. Mohammed Bashir 66258934. Email. advpanicker@gmail.com Forum Web: www.reocities.com/lawgraduates”

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: We are pleased to inform you that 11th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas(PBD) Convention and Exhibition, the flagship event of the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, Govt Of India, will be held in Kochi, Kerala, and will be jointly Organised by and FICCI on Jan 7-9, 2013. The Government of Kerala will be the state partner of this event.

The Convention is to be formally inaugurated on Jan 8, 2013, after “Pre-PBD Events” on the 7th January. The Valedictory address and the Pravasi Bharatiya Samma Awards ceremony is to be held on the Jan 9. Many eminent PIOs/NRIs and other important guests from India and abroad are likely to take part in the convention, which generally attracts over 4500 delegates.

Highlights of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas2012: Manmohan Singh, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated the PBD Convention on 8th January,2012 The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards were conferred to 15 eminent Overseas Indians on Jan 9, 2012 by the then Hon’ble President of India. Ms Kamla Persad Bissessar, the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago was the Chief Guest of the event Participation of over 2000 delegates from about 60 countries across the globe. Pre-conference seminars on solar energy, water and healthcare. A concurrent exhibition showcased contemporary India to the delegates. Why Pravasi Bharatiya Divas-2013.

To strengthen Diaspora’s engagement with India’s growth story and provide an invigorating platform to network and exchange views and perspectives

To enhance linkages and synergies for Diaspora across the spectrum: economic, social and cultural.

To foster Diaspora innovations and strides in science and technology

To deepen engagement with young Diaspora and facilitate new perspectives

To recognize Diaspora’s contribution to the Indian growth and development

Special focus on Kerala – The Partner State

Looking at the immense opportunity available at the event, we feel that you should take benefit of “Pravasi Bharatiya Divas-2013 Kochi” and participate at the show in a big way.

‘Looking forward to your very early and favorable response enable us to provide you with the prominent location on the exhibition floor.’