Former Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Gautam Bambawale, has characterised the ongoing military confrontation between India and Pakistan in the wake of Operation Sindoor as a “war-like situation”, stressing that the Indian government is displaying a “steely resolve” in the face of rising tensions. Speaking at a panel discussion titled ‘Operation Sindoor’ organised by the Pune International Centre (PIC) on Friday, Bambawale cautioned that while the situation has not yet tipped into full-scale warfare, the two nations appear to be on the brink. “I would describe the present circumstances as a war-like situation,” he remarked. “By that, I mean we are dangerously close to entering into a full-scale war, although we are not there yet,” he said, according to PTI reports. Bambawale, who has also served as India’s ambassador to China, noted that three core elements determine a nation’s capacity to navigate such precarious times — the government, the armed forces, and the people. “The first is the government. Over the past decade or so, this administration has shown steely resolve. It is evident they are clear about their objectives, know precisely what needs to be done, and what they aim to target,” said Bambawale. “The second pillar is the Armed Forces, whose capabilities have been clearly demonstrated in recent days. Their commitment and resolve mirror that of the political leadership, and they are focused on executing the missions assigned to them,” he added. He emphasised that the third and equally vital component is the people of the country. “In any war-like condition, outcomes are rarely one-sided. There are bound to be setbacks, and we ourselves might be targeted — just as citizens in border areas like Poonch have suffered from Pakistani actions,” Bambawale said, as per PTI. “In such moments, the public must remain resolute. We must not be distracted or demoralised. This is a collective fight for justice — against terrorism and those who enable and finance it.” The panel also featured defence experts including Lt Gen V G Patankar (Retd), Col Vinayak Bhat, Air Marshal Dipendu Choudhury (Retd), and Captain D K Sharma (Retd). The discussion was moderated by Major General Nitin Gadkari (Retd), Director of the Pune International Centre. (With inputs from PTI)
10 May,2025 01:43 PM IST | MumbaiA sessions court in Maharashtra’s Thane district has acquitted a 44-year-old jeweller accused of killing three people, including a 13-month-old child, in a 2015 arson case, citing insufficient witness testimony and lack of conclusive evidence. Principal District and Sessions Court judge S B Agrawal on Friday acquitted Bahadursingh Vadansingh Parmar, a jeweller, of charges under sections 302 (murder) and 436 (mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy a house, etc.) of the Indian Penal Code, reported PTI. The prosecution alleged that on the intervening night of December 30 and 31, 2015, Parmar set ablaze Shukila Babalu Shaikh (18), Taniya Bahadur Singh, and their 13-month-old son Jaydev Bahadur Singh in their residence at Mira Road (east), reported PTI. The prosecution claimed that Parmar was in a relationship with Taniya, a waitress, and the two were cohabiting. Jaydev was their son, and Taniya's sister Shukila had been residing with them. The prosecution alleged that Parmar wanted to end the relationship but faced resistance from Taniya, and they quarrelled frequently. The prosecution claimed that Parmar purchased petrol, poured it under the door of the room where the victims were sleeping, and set it on fire before fleeing the scene. Judge Agrawal pointed out that the testimonies of Vivek Ravindra Mane, the housing society chairman, who claimed to have seen CCTV footage of Parmar and an employee and owner of the petrol pump, were not of much help to the prosecution and were insufficient. "From the entire investigation, it is apparent that the same is carried out in a quite casual manner, although it was the case of a triple murder and that too by setting the victims ablaze. The CCTV footage that could have been crucial evidence has not been duly proved," the court stated, reported PTI. Waste fires rage in Thane’s protected green zones, environmentalist raises alarm A city-based environmentalist has alleged that municipal waste is being dumped and burned on a large scale in forest areas, wildlife zones, and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) areas of Thane. The activity is reportedly happening near Gaimukh, adjacent to Ghodbunder Road and close to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Along with his email, Stalin D shared pictures and videos, also mentioning the GPS coordinates so that it would be easier for the authorities to go to the location and verify the details mentioned in the complaint. (With PTI inputs)
10 May,2025 01:25 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentThe Mumbai Metro Line 3 began operations between Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli on Saturday. Previously, the Aqua Line — Mumbai Metro Line 3 — operated only on the suburban stretch from JVLR Aarey to BKC, which was inaugurated last year. Mumbai Metro line-1 (Ghatkopar-Andheri-Versova), Metro Line 2A (Dahisar East-Andheri West ) and Metro Line 7 (Andheri East-Dahisar East) are operational in suburban areas. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday flagged off the phase 2A stretch between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli and announced that the final phase of the Metro Line 3 between Worli and Cuffe Parade in south Mumbai will become operational in August, reported news agency PTI. A spokesperson of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRC) said the operations began at 6.30 am, and the first train departed from Worli Naka station, while another train departed from JVLR Aarey at the same time. He stated that the services will be operational from 6.30 am to 10.30 pm, except on Sunday, when trains will run from 8.30 am to 10.30 pm. One of the passengers who travelled in the morning from Shitaladevi station to Siddhivinayak Temple station posted on social media that there were hardly any commuters, as most people were unaware of the extended operations. Phase 2A is 9.77 km long, and its tunnel has been built through the 'rockbed' underneath the Mithi River, officials said. It has six stations, including Dharavi, Shitaladevi, Dadar West, Siddhivinayak, Worli, and Acharya Atre Chowk. The underground corridor will provide metro connectivity to offices in the Worli, Lower Parel, and Prabhadevi areas from BKC, the biggest business hub in the city. It will also ease the commute to Siddhivinayak and Shitaladevi temples, Mahim Dargah, and recreational places such as Shivaji Park and Ravindra Natya Mandir. As per the MMRC, the minimum fare will be Rs 10, and the maximum fare will be Rs 40 for the journey in phase 2A of the underground corridor. For the travel between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk, passengers will have to shell out Rs 60. MMRC has planned 244 services on the corridor with eight Metro trains, and the travel time between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 15-20 minutes, while that between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 36 minutes. The headway between two trains will be 6 minutes and 20 seconds. (With PTI inputs)
10 May,2025 12:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Juhu police have arrested three people after busting a racket where slumdwellers were lured into opening bank accounts on the pretext of being made Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries. Police said more than 2500 such accounts were created, with some appearing to have been sold to cyber fraudsters and money launderers. The accused, who operated from Surat, Gujarat primarily, targeted residents of Mumbai’s slum areas, including Nehru Nagar, DN Nagar and Dharavi. According to the police, the gang lured victims by promising monthly financial benefits under the ‘Ladki Bahini Yojana’, convincing them to open bank accounts where they would receive R1500 every month. After a ‘beneficiary’ opened a bank account, they were paid R1000 and were told they would receive the dole after a few months. However, the accused later sold these accounts to those indulging in cyber fraud and money laundering. Investigations revealed that some bank managers failed to perform due diligence and verification, especially in slum areas. So far, the police have frozen more than 100 active bank accounts linked to the scam. Interestingly, though the actual Ladki Bahin Yojana is meant for women, most of the victims of the fraudsters are men, who were told they would be paid Rs 1500 per month. Chain of events The case came to light when Wakil Sayyed Khan, 22, a labourer residing in the Nehru Nagar slum in Vile Parle West, filed a complaint. On February 13, his wife was informed that people in their area were receiving Rs 1500 per month under the Ladki Bahin Yojana. When they inquired, they were instructed to open a new bank account using new SIM cards and submit their Aadhaar and PAN cards. Wakil accompanied his wife to the bank and opened the account. The accused then handed him Rs 1000. On February 15, Wakil contacted the person again to help others open bank accounts. When the individual returned to Nehru Nagar, residents grew suspicious and informed the Juhu police about him. Police Inspector Pravin Patil and API Ranjeet Chavan of the Juhu police station rushed to the scene and took the suspect into custody. He was identified as Avinash Amrut Kamble, 25, a delivery executive residing in Vasai. Kamble revealed that he was opening accounts under the instructions of Falguni Joshi, Ritesh Joshi, Pratik (last name unknown) and Shruti Ravi Raut, residents of Juhu. He admitted to receiving R4000 for each account opened. A police officer said, “Avinash Kamble approached slum residents and offered them R1000 in cash for opening bank accounts, which he later sold to others for Rs 4000 each.” The investigation Senior Inspector Sunil Jadhav of Juhu police station formed a team comprising PSI Sharad Landge, PI Pravin Jadhav, and Constables Nitin Mandekar, Amit Mahangade, Arjun Ghadigaonkar, Akash Dhodke, Amol Helkar and Anil Tayde to probe the matter further. During the investigation, Kamble confessed that they specifically targeted uneducated slum residents. After the accounts were opened, the gang collected SIM cards linked to bank accounts and documents, including passbooks, Aadhaar cards and PAN cards. Kamble sold the accounts to Ritesh Joshi and Shruti Raut, while Falguni Joshi paid him a commission of R4000 per account. PSI Landge of Juhu police station said, “We contacted banks and froze all accounts opened by the accused. We also raided Shruti Raut’s residence and seized multiple passbooks, debit cards and SIM cards. Falguni Joshi was also arrested, and several passbooks were seized from her residence. So far, we have frozen more than 100 bank accounts and seized R19,43,779 from various accounts. Transactions amounting to crores of rupees have occurred through these accounts, many of which are linked to cyber fraud, money laundering, trading and black money conversion.”
10 May,2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania | Diwakar SharmaWith tensions between India and Pakistan escalating into a near-war-like situation, coastal security in Mumbai has been significantly intensified. Authorities are now gathering detailed data on all fishing boats, sailors, and crew members venturing out to sea. Updated mobile numbers of fishermen are also being recorded to ensure effective communication in case of emergencies. A joint meeting was recently held by the Sagari police, Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy, and the Maharashtra Fisheries Department. Fishermen have been strictly advised to steer clear of the Gujarat maritime border near international waters and remain within designated fishing zones. Authorities patrolling Dadar Chowpatty on Friday. Pic/Ashish Raje “The meeting was held with the relevant authorities, and we were briefed accordingly. We are cooperating fully and have shared all necessary information,” said Jayesh Bhoir, chairman of the Machchhimar Sarvodaya Society, Colaba. “While there is no ban on fishing, our community has been clearly instructed not to approach the borders or venture into international waters. Agencies have strict shoot-on-sight orders to prevent any antisocial elements from infiltrating via the sea route.” According to sources, the Indian Navy has prohibited fishing in the Offshore Defence Area (ODA). Boats found in this restricted zone may face strict enforcement measures. Fishermen have also been warned against seeking shelter or fishing near oil rigs during storms. They are urged to cooperate with fisheries department liaison officers, as maritime security is a shared responsibility. Security was deployed at Juhu Chowpatty on Friday afternoon. PIC/DWEEP BANE “The fishing community must support the security and administrative authorities during these sensitive times,” a Mumbai police officer added. Maharashtra’s coastline stretches over 720 km, with 114 km falling under Mumbai police jurisdiction. Several landing points—undisclosed for security reasons—are under constant surveillance, with CCTV cameras recently installed at key locations. Despite ongoing efforts, coastal security remains a persistent concern in the wake of the 26/11 attacks. As a preventive step, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently held a high-level review meeting with top officials, including the Director General of Police and Mumbai Police Commissioner, in which he directed the police to hire fishing trawlers for coastal patrolling if necessary. After the 2008 attacks, in which over 160 people were killed and more than 300 injured, Mumbai police has acquired 46 boats: 19 amphibious boats, four ‘sea legs’ (that operate both underwater and near shore), and 23 speedboats. However, poor maintenance and non-functionality of several boats raised concerns in later years. In March last year, the state approved the procurement of 20 new speedboats—many of which are now operational. When mid-day contacted officials about the current number of active boats, they confirmed that an adequate fleet is patrolling the waters but refused to reveal specific figures, citing national security, especially following the recent Pahalgam terror attack.
10 May,2025 10:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan KhanKamraj Nagar, a residential area in Ghatkopar East, is in deep mourning after the death of 23-year-old Jawan Murli Naik, who was killed in arbitrary shelling by Pakistani forces in Kashmir on May 9. Naik, a soldier in the Indian Army, was recently posted in Uri, Kashmir. According to the Pant Nagar police, he had served for two years and received his training in Nashik. Before Uri, he was posted in Assam. Ranga Naik, a relative, shows an image of Murli Naik “Naik resided with his family near Chitra Dairy in Kamraj Nagar for over two decades. His father, Shriram Naik, and mother, Jyoti Naik, are currently in their hometown and have been informed of their son’s death. The last rites will be conducted in their village in Andhra Pradesh tomorrow,” said Pant Nagar Senior Police Inspector Rajesh Kelve. Parmeshwar Kadam, a Shiv Sena leader who is also a neighbour Originally from Kallitanda village in Andhra Pradesh, Naik had moved to Mumbai with his family nearly 20 years ago. “The Naik family lived here with us. Both his father and mother did odd jobs, as their son had only one dream—wearing the uniform. His parents are extremely proud of him. We are in a state of shock. He has made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Parmeshwar Kadam, a Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) leader. Madina Shaikh, a neighbour. PICS/RAJESH GUPTA Locals say the family was informed around 3 am on Friday. Since then, the entire Kamraj Nagar community has been grieving. “He often told us he wanted to serve the nation. We never imagined he would be killed like this. His parents, now in Andhra Pradesh, are devastated,” said Ranga Naik, 44, a relative. “Since childhood, Murli had only one dream—joining the army. We are proud of him. His sacrifice will not go in vain,” said Madina Shaikh, a local resident. Murli is survived by his parents. While Jyoti his mother worked as a house help, Shriram did menial labour to support the family.
10 May,2025 10:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva Agashe | Rajesh GuptaAmid ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan, a 19-year-old engineering student from Pune has been arrested for allegedly sharing controversial content on social media that included phrases such as "Pakistan Zindabad" and posts perceived to be critical of Hindutva ideology. According to ANI, the young woman, identified as Khadija Sheikh, is a second-year Information Technology student at a private engineering college in Pune. She resides in the Kondhwa area and was apprehended by Pune City Police after her Instagram story — featuring screenshots of tweets from Pakistani accounts — went viral, drawing attention from local authorities. The shared content reportedly included nationalist slogans from Pakistani social media users as well as statements referencing “Hindutva extremism,” prompting concerns that it could provoke unrest or public disharmony, particularly in the current sensitive climate. The police have not officially disclosed the specific motivation behind Sheikh’s post, but they have emphasised that the nature of the content, in light of heightened India-Pakistan hostilities, warranted immediate legal scrutiny. The cross-border conflict intensified following India’s recent military action against terror camps across the Line of Control, and the subsequent retaliation by Pakistani forces. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 5), Rajkumar Shinde, confirmed the arrest in a statement. “She has been booked under sections 152, 196, 197, 299, 352, and 353 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway,” he said, as per ANI reports. Following the arrest, Sheikh’s Instagram account has reportedly been deleted. Meanwhile, The Maharashtra government has issued "security directives" to fishermen operating off the Palghar coast and asked them to be vigilant to keep the country's maritime border safe amid ongoing Indo-Pak conflict, an official said here. The directives were issued after a meeting with senior Indian Navy officials regarding enhancing coastal surveillance, he told PTI on Friday. The state government is also trying to ensure that most fishing boats are equipped with transponders so that their locations can be tracked. Authorities have identified two locations near the Palghar coast, north of Mumbai where fishermen routinely gather and asked them not to assemble there, the government official said. (With inputs from Agencies)
10 May,2025 09:31 AM IST | MumbaiLt Colonel Gaurav Bali, a decorated army officer and Gallantry Awardee, shares his insights on the national civil defence drill held on May 7, marking the first such event since the 1971 India-Pakistan war. With his extensive experience in military operations, Lt Col Bali sheds light on the importance of preparation, the role of civilians in disaster management, and the unique challenges Mumbai faces in ensuring readiness for emergencies. Here are the excerpts from the conversation. To watch the complete interview, scan the QR code. Q: For the first time since the 1971 war, a national civil defence drill was held on May 7. Is it just a drill—or a sign of something bigger?Lt Col Gaurav Bali (retd): It’s always better to be prepared than caught unaware. This is a proactive step by the government to train civilian forces for emergencies. Every civilian is a soldier in spirit. Was this meant only for disaster preparedness or something more serious?Bali: The drill, codenamed Operation Abhyas, focused on training volunteers and emergency response teams—how to act during disasters or crisis situations. How can civilians be better prepared?Bali: Start from schools, colleges, corporates, and even RWAs. Hold regular drills. Use theatre and cinema to spread awareness. We need to normalise this, like Japan or Israel do. Blackout drills were part of this. How do blackouts help during attacks?Bali: Blackouts reduce the chances of detection during aerial strikes. The idea is to create pitch darkness—no lights, shut curtains—so that enemy aircraft can’t identify targets. What unique challenges does Mumbai face during such drills?Bali: Mumbai never stops. High population density, vertical infrastructure, traffic jams, and coastal vulnerability make coordination tough. Add to that low public awareness and the need for multi-agency sync. How can a city like Mumbai be disaster-ready?Bali: What we did in Abhyas was a good start. Despite the rain, 18 agencies worked in sync. There needs to be a central command—usually led by the district collector—with each agency given specific roles, from traffic to medical aid to media. SOP awareness is key.
10 May,2025 08:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Katyayani KapoorDoctors stand ready and on high alert—that’s the message by the Indian Medical Association’s (IMA) Maharashtra unit, which has reached out to its members to be in ready, get set and go mode for emergencies as the India-Pakistan confrontation has set the nation on edge. Thane’s Dr Santosh Kadam, president of IMA, Maharashtra, highlighted that the human factor plays a vital part along with medical equipment and infra: brick ’n’ mortar hospitals and clinics. “That human factor is the spirit of the doctors, which is: we are ready to serve. Just like our legion of medical warriors had done during the challenging pandemic/COVID times, so it is now, when we are facing a new test,” said the IMA president. ‘Take precautions’ His written communication to more than 200 branches/members in the state read in a nutshell that: “In view of the current uncertain geopolitical environment, we advise the following precautions.” Points followed like: “Ensure availability of essential emergency medicines, dressing materials and life-saving drugs at all clinics, hospitals and nursing homes.” Dr Kadam added, “We want all medical outposts to have enough bandages, tetanus injections, colloids [in case of excessive bleeding] and some medication. We should have a robust fleet of ambulances, too.” Doctors have been asked to ensure the availability of essential emergency medicines, dressing materials and life-saving drugs at all clinics, hospitals and nursing homes. Representation Pic/iStock The communication read, “We should have a reserve of beds, specifically allocated for any potential emergency trauma or casualty cases.” The IMA president stressed specifically that “all local IMA branches are requested to constitute a Disaster Management Task Force, which includes senior clinicians, surgeons, anaesthetists, emergency physicians and volunteers, ensuring rapid deployment and response in crisis times.” Dr Kadam added that the IMA’s top cadre would be providing official communication and directives “as and when we get them and needed; yet, we are encouraging our members to be proactive in this way so that we have all operating with enough resources and clarity in communication.” ‘Keep stock of meds’ When Dr Kadam, was asked what medical preparedness the public should take, he said, “First, we need not panic as that itself can have an adverse effect on health. Keep at least a fortnight’s stock of regular medication on hand. We will hold blood donation camps if, for any reason, our stocks thin out.” Asked for a sign off, motivational message for our warriors in white coats, both on the frontlines (our army doctors) and their civilian counterparts, Dr Kadam said, “Our doctors need no motivation, if any situation arises here, all of them will team up to stand and serve. Let us all rise to serve our motherland with discipline, duty and devotion inside our country when our soldiers are fighting at the borders. Jai Hind,” he ended.
10 May,2025 08:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Hemal AsharIn light of escalating tensions at the nation’s border, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has decided to cancel leave granted to senior officials from the health, disaster management and other important departments. On Friday, Fadnavis took stock of the security preparedness of the state for emergency situations. It was in this meeting, held in the chief minister’s official residence, Varsha, that the CM instructed that leave granted to senior officials of key departments be cancelled. The meeting, chaired by the chief minister, was attended by top state and Mumbai police officials, Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and other key officials of the state administration. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis (right) and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde (centre) at the meeting attended by senior officials yesterday. PIC/X/@Dev_Fadnavis Besides this, Fadnavis has instructed officials to place emphasis on conducting drills, spreading awareness about blackouts and establishing war rooms in each district. To deal with rumours and fake videos circulated on social media, the state government has been asked to establish a system that will provide updated and accurate information about the ongoing situation, according to a statement issued by the chief minister’s office. Fadnavis also asked the cyber cell and the police to monitor social media handles that are helping Pakistan. “Action should be taken against such offenders,” Fadnavis instructed. To ensure a quick response to any issues related to the current situation, every district collector will be given emergency funds from which, if any urgent material needs to be purchased, it can be done immediately. “Apart from this, if any important proposal comes in this regard, approve it within one hour,” the release stated. Other key points of the meeting £Study Central government’s Union War Book in depth and inform everyone about it.£Hold a meeting of all the municipalities in and ask asking them to create awareness about blackouts. £Involve cooperative housing societies.£Consider the possibility of increasing activities of anti-national individuals.£Hire fishing trawlers as needed to enhance maritime security.£Invite heads of all three military services and the Coast Guard in Mumbai to the next meeting through video-conferencing.£Criminal cases should be filed against people filming military preparation-related activities and broadcasting them on social media.
10 May,2025 08:21 AM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentReady to get papped A photographer is surrounded by cats at Maheshwari Udyan in Matunga Keeping local traditions alive A moment from the religious service. Pic courtesy/East Indian Community of Kurla In an attempt to revive village festivals, the Mobai Gaothan Panchayat (MGP) is asking people to participate in Phool Dongri cha Sann, a feast commemorating the Holy Cross at the Holy Cross Church Compound in Kurla. “This is an annual celebration which takes place on every second Sunday of May. On the eve, we have an East Indian singing competition organised by the United Social Welfare Association followed by a religious service at the Church Compound. The Cross was originally on a hill, and was later relocated to its current position after airport expansion,” Walter Murzello, MGP, heritage coordinator shared. Aruna’s life staged in the US Lushin Dubey in performance. Pics courtesy/Asmita Theatre Aruna’s Story, a play directed by Arvind Gaur and produced by Asmita Theatre held its first performance in Washington DC, last week. Chronicling the case of Aruna Shanbaug, a city-based nurse who was allowed euthanasia in a landmark verdict by the Supreme Court of India, the solo act by Lushin Dubey also explored law and ethics. “The performance was well received by the audience. The audience immediately got into a discussion after the play. As an actor, I believe in living through the character. Aruna’s struggle paved the way for change in Indian laws. Her story should burn as a torch for generations,” Dubey shared with us from the US. “A performance on stage can be a powerful catalyst to spark change. Currently, I am travelling through New York City and Canada for my play, The Life of Gautam Buddha but I hope to do more shows of Aruna’s Story,” she added. Stitch in time A child operates a sewing machine with the help of an expert at the workshop. Pic courtesy/The Hab by Usha Children are increasingly spending time on screens. They need to turn their phones off and learn something new. The Hab by Usha will be conducting creative workshops till June 30, where children will get to explore the world of design and textiles, learn crochet, punch needle, and macramé. Amaara Sangam (below), brand head, The Hab, said, “Textile art fosters emotional and cognitive growth in ways that screens can’t. The Lil Stitchers’ Summer Club is designed to inspire young minds to experiment with new things and discover the magic of hand-crafting in a way that almost feels like play.” The workshop will give them hands-on experience with expert guidance. Technology special Children interact with an instructor during last year’s National Technology Day celebrations. Pic courtesy/Jitendra Radke India had several scientists such as Homi Bhabha, CV Raman and Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Recognising their efforts and the role they played, Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai, is organising a fun and interactive session for children as well as adults on May 11 (National Tech Day). At the centre, they will learn about India’s contribution to the field of technology in a fun environment. Yogesh Dudurkar, education assistant at Nehru Centre, said, “Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai — a unit of the National Council of Science Museums, Ministry of Culture, Government of India — organises such programmes, to spread awareness about the significant contributions of Indian technology to the nation’s growth. The aim is also to promote science and technology so that more people, especially the youth, are inspired to pursue careers in these fields.” The Centre will conduct various activities like online quizzes on subjects like India’s role in science and technology. They will also hold a workshop for everyone who is interested in learning more about AI technology.
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