Karnataka to host U-19 football talent hunt tourney from May 7

Bengaluru, May 2: Karnataka will host Oorja–CAPFs Youth Under-19 Football Talent Hunt Tournament-2017 under Phase-1 between May 7 and 15 organised by the Border Security Force, STC, Bengaluru.

India is set to host the FIFA Under-17 World Cup for the first time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the BSF to use the opportunity and conduct U-19 football matches across the country to create awareness about the game.

“About 11 million boys and girls across the country will participate in the tournament, while over 12,500 boys and girls under 19 will play more than 1,200 matches over three months in three phases. The tournament would help in selecting promising players to represent India in the Asian Championship,” P S?Sandhu, IGP (BSF), told journalists here on Monday.

The BSF will conduct all matches under Phase-1 in Karnataka, Tripura, West Bengal, Gujarat, Punjab, Rajasthan and Andaman and Nicobar islands. Each state will have separate teams for boys and girls. Players will be chosen from these teams to constitute one combined team for Phase-2. A total of 36 teams will play matches under Phase-2. There will be six zones and each zone will have six teams for Phase-2. The top team from each of these six teams will qualify for Phase-3 which will be held in Delhi. Karnataka is grouped in Bengaluru zone, he said.

Rs 50,000 cash prize

“The winning team under Phase-1 will get a cash prize of Rs 50,000, while the runner-up will get Rs 30,000 and the team securing the third place will get Rs 20,000. In addition, there will be trophies and prizes for the best player of the tournament, best goalkeeper and best scorer,” Sandhu said.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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