M'luru: ‘The Shepherds' Int'l Academy’ hosts 2023 annual day celebrations, showcasing talents
Mangaluru: The much-anticipated annual day celebrations of 'The Shepherds' International Academy' unfolded with grandeur and enthusiasm, showcasing a myriad of talents and accomplishments of the students. The event, themed "Realms of Children," took place on December 16 at Town Hall, Mangaluru, and commenced with a warm welcome by Ms. Zunaira, setting the stage for a memorable day.
The event showcased a variety of engaging activities and presentations, highlighting the achievements and talents of the students.
The formal proceedings began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Master Armaan, eloquently translated by Aroosh of Grade 5, setting a spiritual tone for the day. Following this, Lubna Banu, the school's Principal, delivered a warm welcome speech, extending greetings to the chief guest, management, staff, parents, and students.
The distinguished Chief Guest, Dr. Airani Mohammad Khan, a senior professor and chairman of the Department of Electronics, and former Registrar of Mangalore University, captivated the audience with insightful words on parenting, emphasizing the importance of quality time spent by parents with their children. Architect Mohammad Nisaar, the Chairman of the school, felicitated Dr. A.M. Khan for his valuable contribution to the event.
A special moment unfolded as students excelling in academics were recognized and felicitated for their outstanding achievements. Architect Mohammad Nisaar, the chairman, addressing the gathering, expressed gratitude to the school community for their collective efforts in nurturing excellence.
The Annual Report for the academic year 2022-23 was eloquently presented by Qizra Noorain, providing an overview of the school's accomplishments, academic progress, and extracurricular achievements.
Expressing gratitude to all contributors and participants, Neelofer delivered the vote of thanks for the formal event.
The event, a culmination of months of meticulous preparation and dedication, was attended by a vibrant gathering of students, parents, and staff, all contributing to the joyous ambiance of the day.
Amal Fathima, a fifth-grade student, provided a brief insight into the theme, setting the stage for the captivating performances that followed. The program was skillfully hosted by Khadeejah Raba (Mont 3), Sheikh Isa (Mont 3), and Ilan Abbas (Grade 3), with Nafeesa Ayath (Grade 4) joining them in steering the program seamlessly.
The enchanting journey commenced with the youngest performers from Mont1 expressing gratitude through an action song titled 'Pizza in my Pocket.' Mont2 students then painted a 'cotton candy sky' with their innocence, while Mont3 students used a 'Nasheed' to express the kaleidoscope of childhood emotions. The stage came alive with Grade 1 students presenting a Kannada action song 'Dhandikere Muduka' and a skit on the "Excessive Impact of Screen Time."
Grade 2 students conveyed a vital message on environmental conservation through a Hindi group song 'Aao hum sab haath milaye,' followed by Grade 3 students showcasing their musical prowess with the empowering song 'Our Own Superhero.' Grade 4 students presented a captivating Mime on 'Sin Chair,' while Grade 5 students delivered a thought-provoking Hindi skit 'Mansik Vatavran Ki Jagruta,' depicting a child's emotional well-being.
The cultural extravaganza reached its zenith with Maaz Naushad of Grade 5 sharing poignant reflections on Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) behavior with children. The program concluded on a high note with Luqmaan (Grade 3) delivering a heartfelt vote of thanks.
The Annual Day Programme was a testament to the diverse talents nurtured at The Shepherds' International Academy and underscored the collective achievements and high spirits of the academic year. As the curtains fell, the audience departed with indelible memories, a renewed sense of accomplishment, and eager anticipation for the forthcoming year, solidifying the sense of unity and pride within The Shepherds' International Academy community.
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RSS has global network of over 2,500 groups for money laundering: Priyank Kharge
Bengaluru: Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has alleged involvement of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in a money transfer network at global level.
Posting his allegation on his personal ‘X’ account on Saturday morning, Kharge said that he was referring to an issue that had not been dealt with decisively by Indian media houses.
“Here is a crucial story that the Indian media will never touch,” the minister has said, and clarified, “This so-called “body of individuals” has built a global network of over 2,500 affiliated organisations. Through these fronts, the RSS collects “guru dakshina” to fuel its divisive agenda. (sic)”
Kharge has further alleged, “The world’s largest NGO is running amok, laundering money and evading accountability.”
The minister added, “Here is a map of their organisational architecture of their “Vichar Parivaar.” https://rssproject.caravanmagazine.in / @thecaravanindia”
