KHATIMA NEWS
Almora
A state-level school basketball tournament began at Almora’s Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Stadium on Tuesday, with Union minister Ajay Tamta inaugurating the event. Teams from 8 districts are competing in Under-14, Under-17 and Under-19 boys’ and girls’ categories. The tournament will continue until 15 October.
Tehri
Pratapnagar’s Sameer secured first place in the junior boys’ 600-metre race during the district-level autumn sports competition for primary education in Tehri. The event’s second day at Bauraड़ी Stadium also featured long jump, shot put and discus throw contests, with students from several blocks finishing among the leading performers.
Pithoragarh
A district-level volleyball tournament opened at Government Inter College Satsiling, bringing players from blocks across Pithoragarh together. Early Under-17 matches saw wins for Berinag and Kanalichhina, while Vin and Berinag recorded victories in the Under-14 category. Organisers said the event aims to give local sporting talent a stronger platform.
Khatima
Hitesh, Roshan and Rajiv of Shaheed Hari Kishan Shikshan Sansthan in Ashok Farm, Khatima, have earned places in the district kabaddi squad. Hitesh will compete in the under-14 category, while Roshan and Rajiv will play under-19 at the state-level championship in Tehri.
