Richa Pinto

BMC issues Rs 1,600cr tender for concretisation of EEH, WEH service and slip roads

Sep 25, 2024

'Orange' alert for Mumbai and Thane, 'red' for Raigad today

Sep 24, 2024The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Raigad is under a red alert for extremely heavy rain. Early Tuesday saw Mumbai's first significant rain in September with 75mm recorded within 24 hours.

Mumbai: Shops oppose classification of illuminated sign boards as ads

Sep 23, 2024The Federation for Retail Traders Welfare Association (FRTWA) has opposed the BMC's classification of illuminated shop name boards as advertisements. FRTWA president Viren Shah claims this is illogical and results in harassment of shopkeepers, despite court rulings against such practices. The BMC states it is adhering to legal provisions and charges fees accordingly.

Bandra rejoices as BMC junks its parking plan

Sep 22, 2024BMC's cancellation of the underground parking lot project near Raosaheb Patwardhan Park in Bandra was met with celebration by locals and activists. Political figures and officials attended the event, recognizing citizens' efforts. The space will stay green, with future plans for cycling tracks along Mumbai's coastal road.

Mumbai: Rs 918 crore flyover plan for Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road may face another cost hike

Sep 21, 2024The BMC's Rs 918-crore initiative to construct two flyovers connected to the Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road may experience further cost escalation due to a potential new arm leading to Maharashtra Nagar. This additional arm awaits necessary approvals and is not included in the current tender. The project already surpasses the initial GMLR cost of over Rs 500 crore.

Mumbai Coastal road now open 17 hours a day and on weekends too

Sep 20, 2024From Saturday, traffic hours on the northbound carriageway of Mumbai Coastal Road will extend to midnight and be available on weekends. Motorists can access it from Marine Drive for 17 hours daily. The southbound section remains open every day with specific weekend closures at Bindumadhav Thackeray Chowk in Worli.

Andheri MLA proposes stay on hawkers plaza

Sep 18, 2024

BMC pulls down 14K Ganpati banners

Sep 18, 2024

Mumbai records lowest September temperature in eight years

Sep 18, 2024Mumbai's minimum temperature hit an eight-year low for September at 22.6 degrees Celsius, as per IMD Santacruz records, rising to 24.4 degrees due to cloudy skies by Wednesday. Clear skies and dry air contributed to this drop in temperature. No significant rainfall is expected over the next five days.

Bidding farewell to Bappa: Large idols aim for visarjan before high tide sets in

Sep 16, 2024The 10-day Ganeshotsav concludes on Anant Chaturdashi with grand immersions set for Tuesday. Large idols will be transported to city beaches and artificial tanks. Organizers plan to avoid last year's mishap by arriving early at immersion sites. BMC has enhanced facilities, and a competition for the best immersion sites is scheduled for 2024.