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Severe Monsoon: Mumbai Life Disrupted by 300mm Rainfall

8Jul

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Severe Monsoon: Mumbai Life Disrupted by 300mm Rainfall

Mumbai, India's bustling metropolis and home to over 12 million people, grappled with severe disruption as it received an unprecedented 300 millimeters of rainfall within a span of six hours. The downpour, described by civic officials as the heaviest in recent memory, brought life in the city to a standstill. The deluge forced authorities to take swift action, shutting down schools, colleges, and advising citizens to remain indoors due to adverse weather conditions. Commuters encountered immense challenges navigating through flooded streets, with vehicles partially submerged in knee-deep water. Both the Eastern and Western Express highways experienced severe traffic congestion, exacerbating the city's woes. Waterlogged tracks severely impacted railway services, which are a lifeline ...

Pigeon Accused of Spying Released From Indian Custody

The pigeon was released on January 30th after spending eight months in Indian custody. The pigeon was found near a port in Mumbai with rings on its legs and markings that appeared to be Chinese writing. However, after an investigation, it was determined that the pigeon was an open-water racing bird from Taiwan. In series of unique events, a pigeon that spent eight months in Indian custody on suspicion of being a Chinese spy has been set free after authorities cleared it of the alleged espionage charges. The bird was apprehended at a Mumbai port with what seemed to be "messages written in a Chinese-like script" on its wings. Initially accused of spying, the police dropped the charges after completing their inquiry. Moreover, the report reveals that the pigeon was not involved ...

Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre opens in Mumbai

The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre was established to display the sensory journey of India’s rich cultural history through costume, performing, and visual arts. It is located within the Jio World Centre in the Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai. Popularly known as the city of dreams. The NMACC was establish to display the sensory journey of India’s rich cultural history through costume, performing and visual arts. It is located within the Jio World Centre in the Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai, popularly known as the city of dreams. The marvellous infrastructure includes a 2000 seating capacity grand theatre, a 4-storey art house. A Pavilion – a museum-like convertible area of 52,627 sq. ft for art shows and exhibitions, and a studio theatre. The cultural centre dedicated to her mother ...