Essay competition on Prophet’s Legacy announced by Iqra Arabic School in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: Iqra Arabic School, Mangaluru, has announced an essay writing competition titled “Prophet of Humanity’s Compassion” for PUC and degree students across the region. The contest aims to encourage young minds to reflect on the moral and ethical teachings of the Prophet and their relevance in shaping a just and compassionate society.
The topic for the competition is “The Prophet’s Legacy in Building a Moral and Ethical Society.” Participants are required to submit essays of 1,500 to 2,000 words in English. The competition is open to both boys and girls, including participants from other faiths.
Entries must be submitted via email to iqrainspiration@gmail.com. The last date for registration is October 15, 2025, and the deadline for submission is October 25, 2025.
Attractive cash prizes have been announced for the winners. The first prize winner will receive ₹5,000, while the second and third prize winners will be awarded ₹3,000 and ₹1,500 respectively.
The organisers said the initiative aims to promote interfaith understanding, compassion, and ethical awareness among students. For queries related to participation and submission, interested candidates can contact 7022235696.
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Allen, Raghuvanshi, Green power KKR to 29-run win over GT
Kolkata (PTI): Finn Allen blasted a 35-ball 93, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit an unbeaten 44-ball 82 as Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Allen went on a six-hitting spree, smashing 10 maximums and four boundaries to add 95 off 41 balls with Raghuvanshi (82).
Raghuvanshi then shared another 108 off 53 balls with Cameron Green (52 not out) to power KKR to a challenging 247 for 2.
In reply, GT could manage 218-4, riding on skipper Shubman Gill's 49-ball 85 and a 35-ball 57 from Jos Buttler. Opener Sai Sudarsan was retired hurt but returned to make a 28-ball 53 not out.
Sunil Narine (2/29) claimed two wickets and Saurabh Dubey snapped one for KKR.
For GT, Mohammed Siraj (1/50), Sai Kishore (1/38) were the wicket-takers.
Brief Score:
KKR: 247 for 2 in 20 overs (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 not out, Camero Green 52 not out; Mohammed Siraj 1/50).
GT: 218 for 4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 85, Sunil Narine 2/29).
