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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1,850 missing mobile phones recovered as Delhi Police focusses on victim-centric policing
New Delhi (PTI): Delhi Police has recovered 1,850 stolen and lost mobile phones worth around Rs 4 crore in past 40 days under "Mission Reconnect", an initiative aimed at returning phones to their rightful owners in outernorth Delhi, an official said on Saturday.
The recovered phones were traced from different parts of the country, including remote areas, through technical surveillance and sustained field operations, police said, adding that the devices were handed over to their owners during a programme at the Sports Ground, New Police Lines, Kingsway Camp.
The initiative focused on a victim-centric approach and aimed at strengthening public trust through proactive policing and coordinated efforts across states, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outernorth) Hareshwar Swami said.
As part of the programme, teams performed 'nukkad nataks' and screened awareness videos on cybercrime, drug abuse prevention, and senior citizen safety, sensitising the public about digital frauds and safety measures, officials said.
The initiative combines technology, investigation and community participation to ensure recovery of lost property and reconnect citizens with their valuables, they added.
