Ruknuddin Challengers emerge winners in Nawayath Cricket League in Mangaluru; BCF runner-up
Mangaluru: The Nawayath Cricket League, held at the 'Perfect Pass' sports arena in Mangaluru, concluded on Wednesday with Ruknuddin Challengers emerging as the tournament winners, while Bhatkal Cricket Friends (BCF) secured the runners-up position.
The three-day tournament featured an intense final match between these two top-performing teams, who advanced to the final stage following an IPL-styled playoffs. Team Pinch Hitters secured the third-place position in the tournament after losing the Qualifier-2 match against BCF.
The captain of BCF Farjad Nilawar received recognition as the Best Batsman of the Tournament and was also honored as the Player of the Tournament. Additionally, Amaan Katpadi of Ruknuddin Challengers was awarded the title of Best Bowler of the Tournament.
Runner up: BCF team with their trophy
During the closing ceremony, the title sponsor, 'Spider Group,' was represented by prominent businessman Aziz Akrami. He extended his congratulations to all participating teams and players for their sportsmanship and dedication displayed throughout the tournament. He also commended the organizers for bringing together young athletes and working professionals from Bhatkal and its surrounding areas who currently reside in Mangaluru, fostering camaraderie among them despite being away from their hometowns.
The closing ceremony featured the presence of other guests, including Karnataka Pradesh Youth Congress Secretary Nasir Samanige, Congress member Umer Naseef, Fahad Shabandri, Gufran, Dr. Aatif, and others.
The Nawayath Cricket League is an exclusive cricket event designed for students and young professionals originating from Bhatkal and its nearby regions, currently residing in Mangaluru. The tournament received support from prominent Bhatkal businessmen Arshad Mohtisham and Imtiyaz Damda, among other notable sponsors.
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Defence budget may get Rs 50,000-crore boost amid Operation Sindoor: Report
New Delhi: The Indian government is reportedly considering a significant boost to its defence budget, with a proposed additional allocation of Rs 50,000 crore for the purchase of weapons, ammunition, and technology following the recent Operation Sindoor.
This move, according to a report by India Today, may be approved during the Winter session of Parliament through a supplementary budget.
The extra funds would be directed towards addressing the armed forces' requirements, essential procurements, and enhancing research and development capabilities.
The Union Budget allocated a record Rs 6.81 lakh crore to the defence sector this year, marking a 9.53 percent increase from the previous year. Over the past decade, the NDA government has nearly tripled the defence budget. In 2014-15, the budget stood at Rs 2.29 lakh crore, while this year's allocation now accounts for 13.45 percent of the total national budget.
