Kids Hut Montessori School hosts annual sports event “Twinkle Track” in Al Khobar
Al Khobar: Kids Hut Montessori School organized its annual sports event, Twinkle Track, at the Orbits Pioneers Sports Ground in Aziziya, Al Khobar. The event was inaugurated by Hisham Sheikh, captain of the Saudi International Cricket Team, who encouraged parents to foster their children’s interests in both sports and academics, highlighting the values of teamwork and dedication.
Imran Rashid Karkala, President of the Eastern Zone Cricket Association, addressed the gathering, sharing insights about Saudi Arabia’s international cricket team to inspire the young participants. Other notable guests included Muhammad Iqbal, former headmistress Taskeen Tamanna, Kids Hut Principal Sakina Arif, and Academic Counselor A.M., with Arif Jokatte delivering words of encouragement.
The event opened with a recitation of the Quran by student Ishan Ajmal, followed by a program introduction by teacher Tazneem. Head teacher Vijila Sanju and teachers Sajna Sabib and Ashura Saath also contributed to organizing the activities.
The program featured a colorful procession and a dance performance by the students, along with a range of sports activities designed for the young attendees. Naira Abbas and Ayesha Ajwa stood out as champions in the event, and all participants were presented with awards to celebrate their efforts.
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Bihar: Over 150 children fall ill after consuming 'mid-day meal' in Saharsa
Saharsa (PTI): More than 150 children were taken ill after allegedly consuming food that was part of the mid-day meal in a school in Bihar’s Saharsa district, a senior official said on Thursday.
The incident occurred at a middle school in Baluaha village of the district.
The official said that 115 children were undergoing treatment at the Sadar Hospital, while around 50 students were admitted to Mahishi Public Health Centre.
“We received information that several children fell ill after consuming the mid-day meal in Baluaha. The children were initially treated at the primary health centre, but later, many were referred to the Sadar Hospital,” Saharsa District Magistrate Deepesh Kumar told reporters.
“According to doctors, the health condition of the children has improved, but they will be kept under observation for some time. There is no need to panic. Some kids are having mild fever. They are being treated accordingly,” Kumar said.
Meanwhile, family members of some children claimed that a snake was found in the container in which cooked pulses was stored at the school.
Of the 545 students present in the school, 200 had already eaten their meals by the time the snake was spotted, and later complained of stomach ache and vomiting, they said.
Regarding the claims, the DM said food samples have been collected from the school.
“We will be able to comment on this only after the results of the tested samples arrive,” he said.
