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In a welcome move, the Karnataka High Court emphasised the necessity for guidelines to ensure responsible pet ownership, asserting that any dog has the potential to display aggressive behaviour.
Stressing the importance of accountability, the court stated, "It is for the dog owners to act responsibly and ensure that their pets do not harm any other citizen/other living beings in the vicinity."
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The Iranian government has announced a new crackdown on women who violate the country's strict Islamic dress code, which mandates the wearing of headscarves in public. Announcing the measure on 13 April 2024, authorities stated those who ignore the hijab dress code will be warned and legal action will be taken against them. The campaign, codenamed 'Noor,' is aimed at doubling down on those who break the hijab laws.
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The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, USA will indeed have far-reaching consequences for transport, infrastructure, and the economy in the United States. The bridge was relatively modern and built with the assumption that supporting piers might experience a collision.
The bridge collapse disrupts a critical shipping route. The Port of Baltimore, one of the largest on the East Coast, relies heavily on the bridge for efficient movement of goods. Cargo ships, container vessels, and freight carriers passing through this route will face delays and rerouting challenges.
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In preparation for the Boat Race set for 30 March 2024 between Oxford and Cambridge in London, rowers have been given strict instructions to avoid entering the Thames due to alarming levels of E. coli contamination.
Alongside this directive, rowers are advised to be cautious not to ingest any splashed water to minimise health risks. Furthermore, crews have been cautioned to cover any blisters and wear appropriate footwear when embarking and disembarking from their boats.
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It has been the appointment of Addl. DCP Ranu Sharma as in-charge of the Nirbhaya Squad – a special women police patrolling team of Jaipur Police Commissionerate - which has fetched a ray of hope for the women of Jaipur.
Ranu Sharma tells Manu Shrivastava, about how, under her tutelage, the squad underwent rigorous training and implemented robust measures to ensure the safety of women during festivals like Holi. And now, their presence has become a deterrent to potential harassers, and their swift response to any reported incidents instilled confidence in the community.
As fever grips India, Mumbai's heritage precinct of and Colaba Wadi continue to celebrate the festival in the most traditional manner.
WATCH: https://youtu.be/UNAabbNVfdA?si=y_4cgRlUaTu7pMKU
WATCH | As the Holi fever grips the nation, Mumbai's heritage precinct of Colaba and Colaba Wadi continue to celebrate the festival of colours in the most traditional manner.
Holi at Mumbai's Colaba Wadi | The Draft Local
Taking the bull by its horns, the Mumbai Traffic Police have launched a blitzkrieg against illegal speed-breakers, writes Gajanan Khergamker.
The Draft’s campaign against illegal speed-breakers across Mumbai’s roads, as part of DraftCraft International’s The Public Space Project, is finally meeting with success. Mumbai Traffic Police has now firmly resolved to tackle the issue.
As for the Gateway of India precinct in Colaba, which is the city's prime zone and peppered with numerous illegal speed-breakers, as reported by The Draft too, Jt. CP (Traffic) Anil Kumbhare says, "We will look into it."
The Draft is a news portal of DraftCraft International. It publishes news, reports, features, analysis and commentaries from India & Beyond Borders
Armed attackers, dressed in camouflage gear, opened fire in a concert hall in Moscow's Krasnogorsk suburb killing more than 60 people and wounding scores of attendees.
The attack triggered a stampede in Crocus City Hall that was about to host a rock concert. The 'Islamic State' group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Marking an important day for connectivity across India, on 11 March 2024, PM Narendra Modi dedicated 112 National Highways to the nation at the inauguration of Haryana (Gurugram) Section of Dwarka Expressway. Projects to develop next-gen infrastructure are driving economic growth and enhancing global competitiveness.
Umesh Dilli Rao Keelu's journey began in the humble confines of the Sion Koliwada slum in Mumbai. His family's abode was a modest structure, spanning a mere ten by five meters. His father, the sole provider, worked tirelessly as a painter to afford his children the best possible education within their limited means.
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In a momentous event on 9 March 2024, on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the border conflict with China in eastern Ladakh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the long-awaited Sela Tunnel, a significant infrastructure project that stands as the world's longest bi-lane tunnel at an altitude of 13,800 feet. This is also the highest mountain tunnel road in India.
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On 8 March 2024, thousands of Shiv devotees from mainland Maharashtra descended upon Elephanta Island aka Gharapuri in an annual celebration at a Mela on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
On 8 March 2024, thousands of Shiv devotees from mainland Maharashtra descended upon Elephanta Island aka Gharapuri in an annual celebration at a Mela on the...
The newly inducted MH 60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter has been commissioned in the Indian Navy on 6 March 2024 at INS Garuda, Kochi marking a pivotal moment in India’s Defence modernisation journey. The Seahawks squadron has been commissioned as INAS 334.
A maritime variant of the Blackhawk helicopter, Seahawk is designed for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), search and rescue (SAR), medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) and vertical replenishment (VERTREP).
For generations, tribals of Navagram have called the land their home, living in harmony with nature and practicing their traditional way of life. However, their peaceful existence has been disrupted by the ambitious project of constructing the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train.
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Kolkata is making history with the inauguration of its first underwater metro on March 6, marking a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development. This project, part of the Kolkata Metro extension, includes the country's first transportation tunnel passing under a major river.
The Draft is a news portal of DraftCraft International. It publishes news, reports, features, analysis and commentaries from India & Beyond Borders
Following the launch of the 'Maha Swachhta Abhiyan' from the Gateway of India on 31 December 2023, Maharashtra Chief Minister Shinde has actively participated in Deep Cleaning campaigns across Mumbai including locations like the Byculla Zoo, Bandra railway station, etc. The involvement of nearly 1,000 sanitation workers and volunteers in the campaign exemplifies the collective effort required for success.
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A unique Vedic clock, which will show time based on ancient Indian traditional panchang, has been set up and installed in Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh. The Vedic clock, which is situated on an 85-foot-high tower, is built at Jantar Mantar in the city and located close to the Government Jiwaji Observatory.
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In the heart of Abu Dhabi, a monumental Hindu temple rises, a testament to spiritual harmony and architectural grandeur. Inaugurated by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this sanctuary is now open to public, offering a serene retreat from dawn till dusk, except for Mondays when its doors will close for rest.
The Draft is a news portal of DraftCraft International. It publishes news, reports, features, analysis and commentaries from India & Beyond Borders
They say, nothing can be more painful for a parent than the death of one’s child. As for a newborn infant killed, it's a pain that transgresses to a society that will collectively have to pay the price. In 2021, a three-month-old's kidnapping, r**e and murder sent shockwaves across South Mumbai's Colaba-Cuffe Parade areas.
Today, the family were vindicated when a POCSO court pronounced death penalty to the accused transgender. Watch ...
A transgender person was awarded the death penalty by a POCSO court on 27 February...
A transgender person was awarded the death penalty by a Special POCSO Court in Mumbai on 27 February 2024 for the r**e and murder of a three-month-old girl in 2021, after the girl’s family failed to pay money and give gifts for blessing the baby.
The Draft is a news portal of DraftCraft International. It publishes news, reports, features, analysis and commentaries from India & Beyond Borders
Meghwal, also known as Maghval and Meghwad, is a small village belonging to Gujarat, located within Nagar Haveli, just south of Silvassa in the Indian Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. This unique geographical positioning has led to a complex administrative situation for the residents of Meghwal.
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The recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court, which underscores the ongoing assault on reproductive rights by religious extremists, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to separate church and state. In a 7-2 ruling, the court declared that frozen human embryos are children and hence entitled to legal rights. This decision, steeped in religious rhetoric, even saw the Chief Justice quoting from the Bible to provide a concurring opinion.
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A Special POCSO Court in Mumbai sentenced a transgender person to death for the r**e and murder of a 3-month-old girl in Cuffe Parade's Ambedkar Nagar.
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The coastal town of Udvada - A Parsi Pilgrimage Site - that lies in South Gujarat and houses the Atash Behram has houses that lie unattended and in urgent need of repairs.
The coastal town of Udvada - A Parsi Pilgrimage Site - that lies in South Gujarat and houses the Atash Behram has houses that lie unattended and in urgent ne...
Ubadiyu and Undhiyu, both emblematic of Gujarati culinary finesse, exemplify the versatility of regional cuisines. Their preparation methods, flavour profiles, and cultural significance reflect the intricacies of the region's gastronomic heritage. As winter delights, they not only tantalise taste buds but also nourish and invigorate the body, embodying the essence of Gujarati cuisine and tradition.
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In the realm of Gujarati cuisine, Ubadiyu and Undhiyu stand out as two distinct yet tantalising winter delicacies. These dishes, originating from Gujarat, India, share a common base of seasonal vegetables including purple yam, sweet potato, baby potato, brinjal, surti papdi, tuvar lilva, green peas, and raw banana.
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Indian Navy's Saryu-class patrol vessel INS Sumitra, having thwarted the piracy attempt on Iranian Fishing Vessel (FV) Iman a day earlier, carried out another successful anti-piracy operation off the East Coast of Somalia rescuing FV Al Naeemi and her Crew comprising 19 Pakistani nationals from 11 Somali pirates.
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Colaba's Tanya Desousa speaks of her tryst with justice as she corrected an anomaly in her housing society, on how the road is tough but one must learn to 'fight the good fight.' #TheDraftColaba #TheDraftLocal #ByInvitation #HousingSociety #Colaba #PastaLanes #Justice
Ram Lalla Gets Surya Tilak On Ram Navami At Ayodhya's Ram Mandir! #TheDraftNews #Shastra #RamNavami #SuryaTilak #Ayodhya #AyodhyaRamMandir #RamLalla
#ChangingColoursOfColaba The newly-installed Heritage Lamps in Mumbai's Colaba have lit up the historic precinct. Residents and tourists have been raving over the move, set to make Colaba a selfie zone. Along the SBS Road, JA Allana Marg, Henry Road, HNAA Marg, etc., are basking in the new-found glory. Sorab Bharucha Marg, locally known as 'Zero' Pasta Lane, was among the first to be lit. From Regal Cinema to Pasta Lanes, the streets and the bylanes are now lit up aesthetically. The lighting ensures residents can move about safely at any time of the evening even late at night. The lamps have brought the thoroughfare of lumpen elements and mischief mongers to a halt. The lamps at Mereweather Road lend vibrant hues to the heritage structures that interline it. The Heritage Lamps light up the road from Regal Cinema to the Gateway of India. The zones that earlier remained dark and potentially unsafe are now lit up ensuring safety of citizens. --------- Mumbai's oldest precinct is changing...and how! For inputs and feedback, contact The Draft on 8080441593. www.thedraftcolaba.com | www.thedraftworld.com #TheDraftColaba #TheDraftNews #Colaba #HeritageLamps #Beautification #RegalCinema #GatewayOfIndia #Heritage #HeritageStreet #PastaLanes #CuffeParade #Lighting #Street #ColabaCauseway #SouthMumbai #SoBo
On your next trip to Raigad, don't forget to visit the surreal Goteshwar Shiva Temple, located besides an enchanting lake in Dhokawade. If you're lucky, you might even encounter a monkey or two friendly enough to force you to share your meal without a grudge. One can reach this temple located at a 15-minute-drive from Mandwa port. #TheDraftNews #Travel #Raigad #ShivaTemple
Bhusawal's Senior Police Inspector Gajanan Padghan couldn't be prouder when his son Apoorv Padghan secured the first position in the Combined Defence Services Examination. Watch full video on www.youtube.com/@TheDraftWorld --- 'Khaki Kisse' is a Draft Initiative to document the exemplary lives of the uniformed who often go beyond the call of duty to create wonders for their families and others. Conceptualised By: Gajanan Khergamker (Editor-In-Chief, The Draft) Produced By: DraftCraft Films Productions To sponsor a 'Khaki Kisse' feature and profile a uniformed hero or showcase a life's work unsung, contact +91 8080441593 for details. #TheDraftNews #KhakiKisse #Police #Unsung #Bhusawal #IndianAirForce #UPSC #CDS #MaharashtraPolice #Marathi #MarathiMotivational
Bhusawal's Senior Police Inspector Gajanan Padghan couldn't hold back his tears when son Apoorv Padghan became Flying Officer in the Indian Air Force. Watch full video on www.youtube.com/@TheDraftWorld --- Conceptualised By: Gajanan Khergamker (Editor-In-Chief, The Draft) Produced By: DraftCraft Films Productions 'Khaki Kisse' is a Draft Initiative to document the exemplary lives of the uniformed who often go beyond the call of duty to create wonders for their families and others. To sponsor a 'Khaki Kisse' feature and profile a uniformed hero or showcase a life's work unsung, contact +91 8080441593 for details. #TheDraftNews #KhakiKisse #Police #Unsung #Bhusawal #IndianAirForce #UPSC #CDS #MaharashtraPolice
The Draft's campaign on illegal speed breakers, as part of The Public Space Project, continues to register success, says Gajanan Khergamker. Now, Mumbai Traffic Police and the BMC begin demolition drive on Colaba's roads. #TheDraftNews #TheDraftImpact #TheDraftColaba #Speedbreakers #PublicSpace #Colaba #Traffic #MachhimarNagar #MumbaiTrafficPolice #TrafficPolice #MumbaiRoads #RoadSafety #Pedestrian #ThePublicSpaceProject
Taking the bull by its horns, the Mumbai Traffic Police have launched a blitzkrieg against illegal speed-breakers, writes Gajanan Khergamker. The Draft’s campaign against illegal speed-breakers across Mumbai’s roads, as part of DraftCraft International’s The Public Space Project, is finally meeting with success. Mumbai Traffic Police headed by Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Anil Kumbhare, has now firmly resolved to tackle the issue. As opposed to sporadic demolitions of illegal speed-breakers following a flurry of complaints after a road accident, this time around, the police have undertaken a systematic drive to address the issue and enable smoother movement of vehicular traffic and safety for pedestrians. #TheDraftNews #TheDraftImpact #PublicSpace #ThePublicSpaceProject #MumbaiPolice #Traffic #MumbaiTrafficPolice #MumbaiTraffic #Speedbreaker #RightToWalk #RoadSafety #Pedestrian
The Draft commemorates the fourth anniversary of India's legendary Janta Curfew, the arduous battle against COVID and...the win! #TheDraftNews #JantaCurfew #Unsung #Covid #PMModi #UnsungHeroes
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde inaugurated the much-awaited Mumbai Coastal Road (Worli-Marine Drive section) in the presence of Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar among other dignitaries. #TheDraftNews #Mumbai #CoastalRoad #MumbaiCoastalRoad #ViksitBharat #Infrastructure #Maharashtra
On 8 March 2024, thousands of Shiv devotees from mainland Maharashtra descended upon Elephanta Island aka Gharapuri in an annual celebration at a Mela on the occasion of Mahashivratri. Maharashtra Mandir Mahasangh has been agitating for the right to perform puja at all Hindu religious places under the authority of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) starting with Elephanta Island, this Mahashivratri. #TheDraftNews #Mahashivratri #ElephantaIsland #ElephantaCaves #UNESCO #Gharapuri #Raigad #Maharashtra #Mahashivratri2024
Kolkata is making history with the inauguration of its first underwater metro on March 6, marking a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development. This project, part of the Kolkata Metro extension, includes the country's first transportation tunnel passing under a major river. #TheDraftNews #Kolkata #KolkataMetro
In the heart of Abu Dhabi, a monumental Hindu temple rises, a testament to spiritual harmony and architectural grandeur. Inaugurated by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this sanctuary is now open to the public from March 1st, offering a serene retreat from dawn till dusk, except for Mondays. Crafted by the devoted hands of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, the temple sprawls across 27 acres in Abu Mureikhah, a stone’s throw from the bustling Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway. This sacred edifice, constructed at an impressive cost of Rs 700 crore, stands as a beacon of faith and tradition. #TheDraftNews #BAPS #AbuDhabi #HinduTemple #UAE
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates India's longest cable-stayed bridge, Sudarshan Setu, which links Okha mainland with Beyt Dwarka Island. #TheDraftNews #SudarshanSetu #Dwarka #CableStayedBridge #Gujarat #Infrastructure
As part of the Shaurya Sandhya Army Equipment Exhibition and Display, a Bofors Gun in action performs an on-the-spot 360 at Mankapur Sports Stadium in Maharashtra's Nagpur. The event is aimed to motivate the youth to join the army. #Bofors #IndianArmy #MilitaryExhibition #Military
Lawyers from Bar Associations across Maharashtra staged a protest at Mumbai's Azad Maidan against the twin murders of an advocate couple at Rahuri, Ahmednagar. They have urged the state government to enact the much-delayed Advocates Protection Act in Maharashtra. The deceased advocates, Rajaram Adhav (52) and Manisha Adhav (42), were allegedly killed by five assailants on January 27 after they refused to pay a ransom of Rs 5 lakh to one of their clients. Several district bar associations including Ahmednagar Bar Association and Rahuri Taluka Bar Association joined in condemning the heinous crime and participated in the protest at Mumbai's Azad Maidan organised by President of All India Federation of Advocates and Associates Adv Ravi Jadhav. #AzadMaidan #Protest #Mumbai #Lawyer #Crime #Ahmednagar #BarAssociation
Mumbai's much awaited Kala Ghoda Arts Festival is back... Don't miss it! #kalaghoda #KGAF2024 #mumbaifestival #art #performance #food #shopping
On 1 January 2024, Gujarat etched its name in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most people performing Surya Namaskar simultaneously when over 4,000 participants across 108 locations including the majestic Modhera Sun Temple.
Indian Navy's indigenous guided missile destroyer #INSMormugao successfully carried out engagement of sea skimming supersonic target by firing Medium Range Surface-To-Air Missile (MRSAM). #TheDraftNews #IndianNavy #Destroyer #MRSAM #Missile #Defence #DefenceNews #AatmaNirbharBharat
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