All India Major Ports Table Tennis, Carrom Tournament inaugurated in Mangaluru
(Press Release): All India Major Ports Table Tennis & Carrom Tournament 2022-23 was inaugurated today i.e. 29th November 2022, in the Port’s Business Development Centre. This is the first of its kind tournament where two events are been organized simultaneously.
New Mangalore Port Sports Council is organizing the All India Major Port Table Tennis and Carrom Tournament 2022 in NMPA, Panambur in line with the guidelines of Major Ports Sports Control Board. The tournament was inaugurated by Shri. K. G. Nath, Dy. Chairperson and Chairman of Major Ports Sports Control Board, in August presence of Shri Padamanabhachar, IOFS, CVO, NMPA. Capt. S. R. Pattanayak, President, New Mangalore Port Sports Council welcomed the dignatries and participants of the Tournament.
Participants from Nine Major Ports including the host NMPA are participating in the tournament. Other dignitaries of Port Authority, Officers & officials of the Port were present during the inauguration ceremony. Shri K. G. Nath, Dy. Chairperson, NMPA reviewed the contingent of the participating teams and wished them for their participation in the tournament.
The three day tournament will conclude on 01st December 2022. The valedictory function will be held at Business Development Centre at 5:30 pm on the same date.
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MEA reports more than 200 Indians enlisted in Russian military since 2022; 26 deaths confirmed
More than 200 Indian nationals have joined the Russian armed forces since 2022, with 26 are confirmed dead, MEA—The Ministry of External Affairs have informed the Upper house of the Parliament: Rajya Sabha.
In a written response, the Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, has stated that at least 202 Indians are reported to have joined the Russian army. Among these recruited personnels, 26 have lost their lives; while, seven individuals have been reported missing by Russian authorities. He added that the remains of two deceased Indian nationals were cremated in Russia.
Singh noted that the sustained diplomatic efforts by the Indian government have led to the early discharge of 119 individuals. He further added that the discussions are going smoothly with the Russians to secure the release of the remaining personnel, with efforts underway to facilitate the early discharge of 50 more Indian nationals.
According to the minister, the Union government is in contact with Russian authorities to ensure the safety, welfare, and prompt return of Indian citizens serving in the Russian army. The issue, he said, is being addressed at multiple levels, including interactions between senior leaders, ministers, and officials of both countries.
The said disclosure was made in response to queries raised by Saket Gokhale, the MP of Trinamool Congress, and Randeep Singh Surjewala, the MP of INC, regarding the number of Indians allegedly recruited into the military service in Russia; Along with the details of deaths and missing persons reported since 2022.
