Pune: Educated transgenders walk the ramp to empower their community
In Pune, ten educated transgenders walked the ramp to build focus on the empowerment of the transgender community. The initiative was to provide an equal platform for employment for transgenders. The event was themed Ardhanarinateshwar’. The organisers Four Fox Productions announced the launch of a Hypermarket to be run entirely by transgender staff in Pimpri Chinchwad. These transgenders along with others will be given the opportunity to run a Hypermarket. They will be employed at all levels including managers, stock keepers and customer service.
September 24, 2021
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Dehradun: Hindu, Muslim women donate kidneys to save lives of each other’s husbands
In a case of fortunate coincidence reflecting Hindu Muslim brotherhood, a Muslim woman Sultana helped out a Hindu woman Sushma by donating her kidney for the Hindu woman’s husband. This was reciprocated by the Hindu woman Sushma, who in turn, donated her kidney for the Muslim woman Sultana’s husband’s treatment. For over two years, their husbands had been on hemodialysis after kidney failure. The wives tried donating to their respective husbands, but could not match. The swap was possible because of amendments to the transplantation of Human Organs Act in 2011 that allows people other than blood relatives to donate their organs.
September 24, 2021
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Hear what Korona has to say about her name
What's in a name you may ask but there can be quite a lot of baggage one may be forced to carry around depending on what your name is and if that connects to someone infamous. So such a name or unusual names could end up attracting bad attention and a lot of teasing or receiving untoward comments. As a result, it could be unpleasant and hurtful for people with such names. Hear out why people named Saddam Hussein cannot live up to their names.
September 23, 2021
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Will AUKUS overshadow Quad and push India and Japan to Tier-II relationship with US?
The US, UK and Australia sprang a surprise by announcing the AUKUS security pact, that includes transfer of nuclear-powered submarine technology from the US and UK to Australia. While this pact is aimed at countering China, it also has implications for India and Japan, that are partners in the Quad grouping with US and Australia. In this interview, Strategic Affairs expert Brahma Chellaney says that AUKUS will end up degrading Quad, and India and Japan may have to remain content with a lower degree of relationship with the US compared to what Australia would enjoy. He also says that the AUKUS pact will mean lucrative defence contracts for the US from Australia.
September 23, 2021
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Honking vehicles or the sound of music: What would you choose as your car horn?
Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari says that his ministry is working on new rules and vehicle manufacturers may be directed to use the 'right type of horn' that may include the sound of Indian musical instruments. "I live on the 11th floor in Nagpur. I do pranayama for 1 hour every morning. But the horn disturbs the morning silence,” says Gadkari. So, If you are driving your car... what would you respond to better? A regular horn or a tabla or piano playing from the car behind you? Here is what people have to say about the new rule for vehicles on India roads.
September 23, 2021
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Disabled at 16, Mumbai girl has now completed her MD
Meet Roshan Jawwad, a Mumbai girl who unfortunately lost both her legs in a train mishap in 2008. Thirteen years later, Roshan is proving to other disabled people that determination and willpower are the keys to success In life. Roshan recently completed her MD in pathology and moved a step further in achieving her childhood dream of becoming a doctor. However, losing her legs wasn’t the only obstacle Roshan faced in her bid to achieve her dream.
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September 22, 2021
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Nagpur: Yamraj warns violators to abide by traffic rules during Road Safety awareness event
On Wednesday, commuters in Nagpur were taken for a surprise when they found themselves face to face with none other than Yamraj – the God of death! During this Road Safety awareness drive a volunteer dressed as god of death presented chits with a message "you could be next in line" so protect your head like I do with a helmet to people without helmets who were stopped by traffic police. Later these people were presented with helmets and asked to take an oath that henceforth they would be wearing helmets. Volunteers also displayed placards with various awareness messages.
September 22, 2021
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Delhi Zoo celebrates World Rhino Day with fervour
World Rhino Day celebrated at Delhi Zoo. World Rhino Day is celebrated on September 22 every year. Zoo Director Dr Sonali Ghosh delivered her speech. Veterinary Doctor Dr Abhijit Bhawal of Delhi zoo also enlightened people about the welfare of the Rhinos. The five rhino species are Black, White, Greater One-horned, Sumatran, and Javan. This year, National Zoological Park, heartily greeted Indian Oil Corporation. Indian Oil Corporation has chosen the Greater One Horned Rhino as their mascot.
September 22, 2021
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Odisha rains: Flood threat looms large in Balasore after breach in Jalaka river embankment
Following heavy downpour in north Odisha, the water level in Jalaka river crossed the danger mark, resulting in a massive breach of about 500 feet in one of its embankments. This has given rise to flood-like situations in Balasore district. Floodwaters spilling out of the river have marooned several villages. Moreover, many roads have also been submerged, disrupting communication. The villagers are trying to keep sandbags to prevent breach of the embankment. Reportedly, the Jalaka river is flowing at 7.31 metre mark against the danger level of 5.50 metre.
September 22, 2021
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Scrap-dealer dedicates life to feeding birds and animals
48-year-old Aziz roams the quiet beaches of Kozhikode every day to feed innumerable birds and animals. For 33 years, the old scrap dealer has translated his love for animals into the idea of feeding as many strays as he can. Sticking to a schedule, he feeds dogs in the morning, eagles in the afternoon and pigeons and cows in the evening. Aziz puts his faith in the almighty and hopes he will be able to continue his work even in the future.
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September 22, 2021
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Meet Oreo, Humboldt penguin and 4-month old Mumbaikar
Meet baby penguin Oreo, one of the newest additions to Mumbai Byculla Zoo’s colony of Humboldt penguins. Oreo hatched on May 1, 2021, after Donald and Daisy laid a single egg. Oreo is now four months old and has mixed well with the colony of Humboldt penguins in the zoo.
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September 21, 2021
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Should the government step in to regulate misinformation on social media?
The Supreme Court expressed its concern over unregulated content and fake news on social media sites. The top court questioned the Centre for a regulatory mechanism. Content creators accused the social media sites of arbitrarily policing their content while the social sites have their own rules and if anyone violates it, the individual will face the music. With new IT rules, the Centre will have to work more to regulate the content on social sites without infringing the right to freedom of speech and expression of an individual.
September 21, 2021
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Honking vehicles or the sound of music: What would you choose as your car horn?
Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari says that his ministry is working on new rules and vehicle manufacturers may be directed to use the 'right type of horn' that may include the sound of Indian musical instruments. "I live on the 11th floor in Nagpur. I do pranayama for 1 hour every morning. But the horn disturbs the morning silence,” says Gadkari. So, If you are driving your car... what would you respond to better? A regular horn or a tabla or piano playing from the car behind you? Here is what people have to say about the new rule for vehicles on India roads.
September 21, 2021
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Artists from Bengal engaged in creating Durga clay idols near Beach Road in Visakhapatnam
A group of artists from West Bengal are engaged in the time-honoured art of creating clay idols of Goddess Durga at a workshop near Beach Road in Visakhapatnam. The finished idols are worshipped during the festival eminently known as 'Durga Puja', where all of India comes together in a mood of celebration. Certain customs are observed while fashioning the clay idol of Durga. On the auspicious day of the Rath Yatra festival, clay is collected from the banks of the Ganga River. A lump of clay is collected from the soil of localities where sex-workers live, as this clay is considered to be sanctified. It is then added to the clay mixture for making the idol. The entire process of idol-making, from the collection of clay to the final stages of decoration and ornamentation, is considered sacred.
September 21, 2021
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Annual Field Firing of Sapta Shakti Command units conducted in Bikaner
Annual Field Firing of Sapta Shakti Command units have been conducted in Bikaner. Huge range of artillery, armoured, mechanized infantry units were displayed. Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Bhinder, Commanding-in-Chief, Sapta Shakti Command visited Mahajan Field Firing Range. An integrated firing was also carried out alongwith Air Force helicopters.
September 21, 2021
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Viral video: Majura Fire Station in Surat demolished in seconds
The Majura Fire Station, which was in a dilapidated condition, was demolished today in Surat by the authorities. The cloud of dust covered the adjoining road with moving traffic. The demolition video went viral on social media. A new building will be built by SMC at the same place.
September 21, 2021
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