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Monday, 8th December, 2008

1. Strike in Tankaria

Fruit & Vegetable sellers (Lariwala & Pathariwala) in Tankaria went on to strike to show their anger against tax hike. Gam
Panchayat of Tankaria decided to charge Rs. 10 per vendor per day. Vendors of Tankaria refused to pay that tax which
now have ended in indefinate strike for selling food & vegetables. We wish for the positive outcome from this situation.
Monday, 8th December, 2008

1. Eid celebrations in Tankaria

Eid was celebrated in Tankaria today, 8th December, 2008. Eid prayer was held in EidGhaah & at Nana Padar Mosque. The
celebrations will continue for next 2 days.

Tuesday, 25th November, 2008

1. Two separate incidences of burglary in Tankaria

Two separate incidences involving burglary were reported today in Tankaria.  The 1st house that came under thieves'
attack was of Yasmin Daud Chati in Babaria Colony on Tankaria-Sitpon road. Burglars stole the items like gold, cash &
others valuables worth Rs.150,000.  Then the 2nd victim was Gulam Ahmed Bhuta (Kanaiya). His Luna bike was taken off
his compound. Search is going on for the burglars. (See pic 1 & 2)

2. Haji Mohmamed Musa Kodhiya passed away in Tankaria

Haji Mohammed Musa Kodhiya passed away today in Tankaria. Inna Lillahe Vainna Ilayhe Rajiun. His Nam-e-Janazah was
held after Zuhr Namaz. May Allah Almighty rest him in peace and grant him a best place in Jannat-ul-Firdaus.

3. Ahsraf Shah Baba's Sandal

Sandal Sharif of Ashraf Shah Baba was held at Ashraf Shahs' Dargah in Nana Padar after Asr prayer. Patanwala Baba led
the ceremony. Various programmes like Quran Sharif & Naat Sharif were also held. (See pic 3 & 4)
Monday, 24th November, 2008

A horrible accident near Tankaria- Sitpon Road

A young boy, name Zunaid, from Tankaria (originally from Bala Sinor) got into an accident on Tankaria -Sitpon Road.
The accident happened near Pir Popa Dargah. He was declared dead after an accident.  Inna Lillahe wainna ilayhe
rajeun. He dashed into a Buffalo-Cart (Gadu). Co-traveling with him was Adamsaheb Dadhimunda who was also seriously
injured and has been admitted in to a hospital in Bharuch. Zunaid was a brilliant student of Munshi Memorial School,
Bharuch.
Sunday, 23rd November, 2008

1. Small Accident in Mota Padar

A minor accident happened in Tankaria Mota Padar, involving 2 jeeps, 1 bus & a lorry. The accident occurred around
Isha time. The lorry driver could not control the truck & bumped into the bus from the back which ultimately hit 2 jeeps
parked in front of it. Fortunately all three vehicles were empty and parked. No injuries or casualty reported.
Monday, 10th November, 2008

Cricket News From Tankaria

A cricket Tournament has been started at Mota Paadar Ground (MCG). Over the next four to 5 weeks teams from
Bharuch, Surat & Baroda district will take part into this competition. This is the tournament which has made Salim Vairagi,
Munaf Patel & others stars. Here, on this ground their career started. Now Munaf is in national side while Salim is in Ranji
team. We expect more cricketers to come out from this tournament. All the best.
Monday, 3rd November, 2008

Cricket News From South Africa

A cricket match played between Valencia Cricket Club and Impala Cricket Club at Lowveld High Cricket ground in
Nelspruit, South Africa yesterday. Impala won the toss and batted first, made 300 runs in 40 Overs. Valencia did well and
made 300 runs in 37 Overs and won the match. From Valencia side Mr.Afzal Patel who belongs to our great Tankaria
made 107 runs with 9 huge sixes. Wooooooooooow Afzal we are proud on you, Please carry on and on....................
News sent by Salim Robad, South Africa, Thanks Salim.
Also, from South Africa,
"To all our friends; we miss Tankaria but do't worry, it is like Tankaria here"
L to R: 2nd Salim Bhaniya, Mohsin Manman, Afzal Dashu.
Friday, 24th October 2008

Janaab Ismail Saheb Hirawala Retires
Ismail Saheb Hirawala, well respected English teacher at Tankaria High School retired today. A person with the
soft heart and lot of enthusiasm to make a real difference in the lives of students of Tankaria area. We are proud to
say all of the All the administrators of this website & manyTankarvis who visit this site have gotten their English
education from Janaab Ismail Saheb Hirawala.
"We all Tankarvis thank Ismail Saheb Hirawala for his service to our community & our village. Thank You, Sir"
Wednesday, 21st October 2008

Seema Dr. Munaf Miyanji's wedding ceremony
Dr. Munaf, a well respected doctor in Tankaria & in nearby villages. His daughter Seema Miyanji's marriage was held
yesterday in Tankaria. Look at the pictures.
Thursday, 15th October 2008

Hajj Training Camp in Tankaria

Yesterday on October 18th, Hajj training camp was organised for Hajjis who are willing to go for the Hajj this year. This
programme was organised by Darul Uloom Mustafaiya, Tankaria. Look at the pictures.
Thursday, 15th October 2008

Stone Laying of New Tankaria High School Building

Today , Oct 15th 2008 will be remembered as a most remarkable day in the history of Tankaria education world. The
stone was laid for the new building of Tankaria High School. Maulana Azad Foundation (Central govt. agency, under the
control of Mr. President of India) granted 1.5 million Indian Ruppes (Rs.15 Lacs) for this project to expand the Tankaria
High School. Tankaria Sarpanch Haji Arif Patel, Vice- Sarpanch Babu Bhai Bhutawala, Taluka President Mr. Gulam
Ghodiwala (KP) & local leaders joined the ceremnoy with Tankaria High School chairman Mr. Abdulhaq Bhutawla,
Principal Ismail Hira & others. Duas were made for the success of the project.
Congratulation to Chairman Mr. Abdul Haq Bhutawala & his enthusiastic team for this achievement. May Allah Almighty
help you in every way to finish off this project in time. We needed this building very badly & we all Tankarvis should be
proud of our village as our village that now it going to happen & we are going to have the most improved & modern high
school building in the Bharuch area.









































Note: More pictures will be uploaded in MyTankaria Photogallery.
Tuesday, 14th October 2008

Sad news from Tankaria

Today, Huriben Mohmed Guliya passed away in Tankaria. Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhe Rajiun. She will be buried at
Bhad Bhag Cemetery after Isha Prayer. May Allah Almighty rest her in peace and grant her a place in Jannat-ul-Firdaus.
Ameen.
Thursday, 9th October 2008

Majidbhai Ambherwala- Proud of Tankaria

Majidbhai Ambherwala, the telecom operator from Tankaria was recognised for his services in telecom by
Gujarat state circle Telecom department Ahmedabad. Inset photo of him receiving an souvenier for his services from  
Chief General Manager Gujarat  Circle Mr. Satyapal. Congratulation to Mr. Majidbhai Ambherwala (Ambheriya) from
MyTankria on behalf of all Tankarvis. Proud to be Tankarvis....
Tuesday, 7th October 2008

Congratulations to Salim Vairagi who has been selected to play for Baroda's Ranji Cricket Team.
We are proud of you Salim. Congratulation from all MyTankaria visitors.
Monday, 6th October 2008


Congress party organized Navnirman Yatra yesterday evening in Tankaria.  
Congress leaders Iqbal Patel M.L.A., Bapuji Saeed,  Gulam Ghodiwala and others attended the meeting.
Saturday, 4th October 2008

:Sports Competition at Tankaria Girls Primary School:

Sports competition was held at Tankaria Girls Primary School yesterday as part of annual sports gathering.
Various sports were played by students from primary schools.
Eid-ul-FItr Celebration in Tankaria, 2008

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Thursday, 2nd October 2008

As Tankarvis around the world celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday, back home in Tankaria our brothers & sisters
were also busy with Eid preparation and then celebration. Tankaria celebrated Eid on Wednesday & Thursday.
Brothers Mustaq Daula & Shakir Bha sent us the exclusive pictures of Eid celebration in our village.
Please look at those pictures.

For lot more Eid pictures around the world, please click here...
Wednesday, 1st October 2008

Tankarvis around the world celebrated the Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday, 1st of October, 2008. MyTankaria visitors have
provided us with the Eid celebration from the part of the world they live in. Have a look at these pictures.

:Brother Iqbal Popat sent the pics of Eid celebration in Toronto, Canada:





































(Above picture: The kids of Brother Iqbal Popat & Brother Dahelvi reciting Dua)
:Shakil Bha submitted the following pics of the Eid Khutbah in New Jersey, USA:
Sunday: 28th Sep 2008

Sabina Taravih started at Jam-e-Masjid Tankaria today. The holy Quran reading will be
completed in2 nights over 40 Rakats of Taravih. Every year, many people from nearby villages
attend theSabina taravih programme.  Sheheri food is also served for people who
come from other villages.

Saturday, the Night of Lailat-ul-Qadr: 27th Sep 2008

Tankarvis observed Lailat-ul-Qadr tonight. The reading of Quran sharif in Taravih was completed
around the mosques in Tankaria. Dua was made for the entire mankind and for the Muslims around the world.
Mosques were full and tears were flowing out of the eyes. After the Taravih, Tankarvis gathered at Ashraf Shah
Baba's Darghah. Naat-Sharif was recited and dua was made. Late, there was another programme at Sada VIsha Baba's
Darghah. Men were busy in Ibadat of Almighty Allah at Mosques whilewomen were doing Ibadat at home.
Truly, this was the great night to remeber and we are blessed to have it.

Sunday, 21st Sep 2008:   Weather News

Tankarvis experienced heavy rain with lighting on Friday but according to the latest
weather update (go to
MyTankaria Weather on home page) it is going to be dry & hot over the next few days. Temperature
will be in the mid-30s and cloud cover may result in higher humidity.

Tuesday, 16th Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Ameenaben Musabhai Varu (Mother of Salim Varu) passed away,
Inna lillahe wainna ilayhe rajeun.
She will be buried at Hasamshah grave yard tomorrow at 9:00 am IST.
May Allah Almighty rest her in peace & grant her the best place in Jannat.

Tuesday, 9th Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Ismailbhai Kovariwala, father of Yunus Kovariwala, passed away today.
Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhi Rajiun.
Namaz-e-Janaza will held after Zuhr Namaaz today Insha'Allah.
May Allah give him the best place in Jannat.


Also, today, Safiq Suleman Mansuri passed away in a road accident in South Africa.
Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhi Rajiun.
May Allah Almighty rest him in peace & grant him a place in Jannat.

Saturday, 6th Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Yakubbhai Chammach (Gen) , Sign-Board Painter, passed away today
Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhi Rajiun.
Namaz-e-Janaza will held at Hashamsha Eid-gah at 11 pm today Insha'Allah.
May Allah give him the best place in Jannat.

Tuesday, 2nd Sep 2008:    Rounak in Tankaria

Many many thanks to our Sarpanch Haji Arif Patel who considered MyTankaria's request to put lightning
around the arches of the grand Tankaria gate at Mota Padar to welcome the month of Ramadhan.

"Thank you very much Sarpanch Arif Patel on behalf of all Tankarvis".










































Photos contributed by Imran Bha & Shakir Bha

Tueday, 2nd Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Zubedaben Tatva (Ex-primary Teacher) passed away.
Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhi Rajiun.
Namaz-e-Janaza will held at Bhad Bhag Kabrastan at 4:00 pm, Insha'Allah.
May Allah give her the best place in Jannat.

Tuesday, 2nd Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Farzanaben Anwarmaster Miru (Wife of Anwarmaster Miru) passed away after giving birth to a baby.
Alhamdulillah, the baby is alive.
Inna lilahe wainna ilayhe rajeun.....
Namaz-e-Janaza will held at Hashamshah Kabrastan after Zuhr Prayer, Insha'Allah.

Monday, 1st Sep 2008:    First day of Ramadhan in Tankaria Tomorrow

Ramadhan finally declared here in Tankaria.
First Taravih will Inshallah be tonight.

Monday, 1st Sep 2008:    Tragic News

Today, Fatimaben Mohamed Naguji, mother of Inayat Naguji passed away.
Inna Lillahe Wainna Ilayhi Rajiun.
Namaz-e-Janaza will held at Hashamshah Kabrastan after Asr Prayer, Insha'Allah.
May Allah give her the best place in Jannat.
 
 
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