Shepherds International Academy holds 4th annual sports day
Mangaluru, January 6, 2024: Shepherds International Academy (SIA) conducted its 4th Annual Sports Day on January 6, 2024, at Mangala Stadium. The event witnessed the active participation of students, staff, and guests, featuring various sports competitions.
The opening ceremony commenced with the school flag hoisting by Chief Guest D.M. Aslam, President of the Dakshina Kannada District Football Association, and Anup Nair, Senior HR of ABB in Dubai. School officials, including Chairman Ar Mohammed Nissar and Principal Lubna Banu, were present.
The day included a march past by Capella and Sirius Houses, a mass drill by students, and a performance by Montessori children on the theme of Chandrayan3. Karate competition winners were acknowledged, and Chief Guests commended the school's management for their support.
Various races and games, such as 25, 50, and 100-meter races, hula hoop race, rabbit-turtle race, obstacle races, and three-legged race, took place. Team Sirius emerged as the overall champion.
The closing ceremony featured the lowering of the school flag by chief guests Likitha K.V, Rajitha Madhuraj, and Sharvari Shetty, along with Principal Lubna Banu. The event concluded with the national anthem.
The 4th Annual Sports Day at SIA focused on promoting physical fitness and instilling qualities like determination, teamwork, and leadership among students.
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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.
