St. Germains Academy siblings Yahya, Isa Khan secure Gold at CISCE Nationals in Boxing again
Bengaluru: In a stellar display of pugilistic prowess, Isa Khan (15) and Yahya Khan (13), students of St. Germains Academy, emerged triumphant yet again by securing gold at the 3rd CISCE Nationals Boxing Championship, held in Ranchi from November 1 to 5, 2023.
This victory follows their earlier success at the State championship and underscores their rising prominence in the boxing arena.
Isa, competing in the under-17 category, and Yahya, in the under-14 category, showcased a level of skill and tenacity that belies their age. Trained under the tutelage of Abhisheak Samson, a distinguished South Zone Boxing Champion and State Champion, the Khan brothers have etched their mark on the boxing landscape.
Their journey to victory has not been without its share of challenges. Battling injuries and setbacks over the past month, Isa and Yahya demonstrated perseverance and commitment to their craft. Coach Abhisheak Samson, hailing from Steve’s Boxing Club in Bengaluru, played a pivotal role in honing their skills and guiding them through the rigorous training regimen, their mother Huda told Vartha Bharati.
Isa Khan, a 10th-grade student at St. Germains Academy, exemplifies dedication by successfully balancing academic responsibilities with his intensive training schedule. His routine involves early morning tuitions, followed by a transition to school, and concludes with evening boxing practice.
St. Germains Academy has played a significant role in supporting the brothers' academic and athletics both. The school's Director, Dean, and Principal have extended their assistance beyond the classroom, ensuring that Isa and Yahya receive the necessary encouragement and backing to excel in their sporting endeavors.
Huda, the proud mother of Isa and Yahya, expressed her gratitude towards St. Germains Academy and its administration. "The Director, Dean, and the Principal of St.Germain Academy are very helpful in every aspect. They even care about Isa and Yahya's food and sleep," she remarked.
With black belts in Taekwondo adding to their sporting repertoire, the Khan brothers are not merely satisfied with local success. The family envisions Isa and Yahya as future stalwarts, fondly referring to them as the "Kings of Rings." This recent victory at the national level further fuels their aspirations.
Looking ahead, Isa and Yahya are pre-qualified for the School Games Federation of India Boxing Championship slated for December 2023 in Maharashtra.
Earlier last year, Isa Khan and Yahya Khan, representing the CISCE Karnataka Boxing Team had bagged a gold and a silver medal at the CISCE National Boxing Championship 2022. The competition was held at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur between September 1 and September 3, 2022.
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Leopard spotted near Kadri Manjunath Temple in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: A leopard was spotted in Doctors’ Colony near the Kadri Manjunath Temple area in Mangaluru in the early hours of Monday, February 23, creating anxiety among residents of the locality.
According to local residents, the animal was spotted in the CCTV footage of two cameras installed in the locality around 1 am near the entrance gate of Doctors’ Colony. The footage shows the leopard walking calmly in front of the gate before moving out of view.
The sighting has come as a surprise as the area is largely urbanised, with apartment complexes and villa-type houses dominating the surroundings. Except for a small patch of forested land above the Kadri temple area, there is little greenery nearby. Residents say the concrete landscape offers limited scope for wild animals to find food.
This is not the first time wild animals have been spotted in the locality. Two years ago, a wild gaur had entered the same area and was later guided back into the forest through Shaktinagar. Just last week, a smaller leopard was sighted in Shaktinagar and was also captured on CCTV cameras. Now, a bigger leopard has been recorded near Kadri.
So far, no one has reported a direct sighting of the animal, and no formal complaint has been lodged with the Forest Department.
Forest Department officials said leopard movement is common during the months of January and February, as the animals often enter human settlements in search of food. In areas near forests, they usually prey on poultry and stray dogs.
Officials added that leopards are capable of travelling 15 to 20 kilometres in a single night and generally do not remain in one place if they are unable to find food. While sightings are more common in forest-fringe areas such as Bajpe and Neermarga, repeated appearances within core city limits this time have caused concern among residents.
