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The Karnataka High court rejected all writ petitions of Muslim learners

The Karnataka High Court handed down its decision in the hijab petition brought up by Muslim female students. According to the court’s order, the hijab is not an important practice of the Islamic faith, hence all petitions filed by Muslim female students seeking authorization to wear the hijab in educational institutions have been denied.
The Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court handed down the decision. The court noted that they developed a few questions and answered them to decide the case after taking a holistic picture of the situation. The issues were whether wearing a headscarf is an essential religious practice in the Islamic religion that is protected under Article 25 and if requiring students to wear a school uniform is a violation of their rights. Apart from being incompetent and arbitrary, the court also wanted to know if the Government Order of February 5 violated Articles 14 and 15.
The court decided that wearing a hijab is not an important religious practice of Islam and that requiring a uniform is a legitimate restriction on fundamental rights. The court went on to say in the judgment that there is no reason to invalidate the February 5 Government Order.
The court’s detailed decision is pending.
Hijab row in Karnataka
Several Muslim students at Pre University College of Karnataka asked the High Court to be permitted to take classes while in the hijab. According to the college administration, they were denied access to classes since the hijab isn’t part of the college uniform and so can’t be worn in class. Since then, the students have started holding demonstrations in burqas.
In December 2021, Muslim students began wearing hijab and burqa to school and college in violation of uniform standards after meeting with the Campus Front of India (CFI), the student section of the Islamist organization Popular Front of India (PFI). The pupils admitted to conversing with the CFI.
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Navi Mumbai Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹1.10 Crore, Arrest Three in Pre-Dawn Raid

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking and illegal immigration, the Navi Mumbai Police conducted a pre-dawn raid on Thursday, seizing narcotics worth Rs1.10 crore and arresting three African nationals.
Acting on directives from Commissioner of Police Milind Bharambe, the Anti-Narcotics Cell and Crime Branch launched a coordinated operation at 4:00 AM. The raid, led by Assistant Commissioner Bhausaheb Dhole and Inspector Sandeep Nigde, involved 125 police officers targeting 11 locations across the Commissionerate.
Authorities confiscated 118.48 grams of high-quality cocaine worth Rs59.24 lakh, 100.84 grams of MD powder valued at Rs50.42 lakh, and Rs43,500 in cash. A total of 35 African nationals were screened, and three individuals found in possession of narcotics were arrested under the NDPS Act at Ulwe Police Station.
Additionally, 11 individuals with expired visas and passports were served Leave India Notices, as part of the police’s intensified efforts against illegal immigration.
The Navi Mumbai Police have vowed to continue their crackdown on drug trafficking and unlawful activities, warning of strict action against offenders.
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On February 15, CIDCO Will Conduct A Computerized Lottery Draw For The “My Preferred CIDCO Home” Program

CIDCO to hold computerised lottery draw for “My Preferred CIDCO Home” scheme on February 15.
The Lottery
The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) will hold the computerised lottery draw for its highly anticipated “My Preferred CIDCO Home” housing scheme on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at Raigad Estate, Phase I, Sector-28, Taloja Panchanand, Panvel, and will be streamed live on the CIDCO website for applicants to watch in real time.
Launched on October 12, 2024, the scheme aims to provide affordable housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) categories. A total of 26,000 tenements have been made available across Navi Mumbai in key locations such as Vashi, Bamandongri, Kharkopar, Kharghar, Mansarovar, Khandeshwar, Panvel, and Kalamboli.
A key feature of this scheme was that applicants could select up to 15 preferred tenements, making it highly flexible and attracting overwhelming participation.
The live webcast of the draw can be accessed on cidcohomes.com, ensuring transparency in the process. After the draw, the list of successful applicants will be published on lottery.cidcoindia.com.
With this initiative, CIDCO continues its mission to provide affordable housing and fulfill the dream of homeownership for thousands in Navi Mumbai.
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Construction Projects Must Utilize Tertiary Processed Recycled Water, Under NMMC Regulations

NMMC mandates use of tertiary treated recycled water for construction projects.
The Regulation
In a major step towards water conservation, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has made it mandatory for developers to use tertiary treated recycled water in all construction projects approved by the Town Planning Department.
The initiative aims to curb the rising demand for potable water as the city grapples with declining rainfall and increasing concerns over water scarcity. With several redevelopment projects underway, the consumption of drinking water for construction has surged, putting additional strain on resources.
To address this, NMMC is leveraging its advanced sewage treatment infrastructure. The city currently operates seven sewage treatment plants using Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) technology. Additionally, tertiary treatment plants at Koparkhairane and Airoli utilize Ultra Filtration and Ultraviolet-Based Technology to further purify secondary treated water. This recycled water is already being supplied to industrial establishments in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area for non-potable use.
By enforcing the use of recycled water in construction, NMMC aims to reduce reliance on drinking water and promote sustainability. This regulation is expected to play a crucial role in preserving Navi Mumbai’s water resources for the future while ensuring responsible urban development.
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