Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
A newly concretised road in Mumbai's Chandivali is being dug up again for utility lines, sparking outrage among residents over wasted public money and civic inefficiency. Read more.
BMC enforces GRAP-4 curbs in Mumbai with strict 28-point guidelines targeting construction, vehicles & industries. Key areas like Borivali, Andheri, Powai most affected. Read the full list of new rules.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut says he will raise Congress's plan to go solo in BMC polls with party high command, insists MNS is vital to defeat BJP. Read the latest on Maharashtra politics.
Bombay High Court expresses surprise over committee's inaction on Kanjurmarg dumping ground pollution grievances. Hearing scheduled for December 2. Read about the human rights concerns.
BMC invites PMC tender for 45m-wide elevated road connecting Dahisar West to Bhayander West, final leg of Mumbai Coastal Road corridor. Project to reduce travel time by 30-45 minutes.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation announces massive renovation for Unit IV non-veg market. Mayor Sulochana Das directs engineering wing to submit plan within week. Read about the transformation!
Mumbai Congress unveils Clean Air Action Plan, promising to reduce AQI to 40-60 within five years. The plan includes real-time monitoring and strict pollution controls. Read the full manifesto details.
Bombay High Court demands affidavit from BMC regarding C1 categorization of Mehta Mahal building. Legal battle continues over safety of disputed Charni Road property. Read latest developments.
RTI activist exposes major errors in Mumbai's draft electoral roll with 6,834 voters misplaced in Kurla. BMC launches verification drive ahead of crucial elections. Read full details.
Bhilai Municipal Corporation begins construction of 150 MLD sewage treatment plant near Kachandur village. This Rs 145 crore project will clean water bodies and enable water reuse for irrigation.
Mumbai's BMC introduces 30 new mini compactors for garbage collection, doubling capacity to tackle 7,500-8,500 MT daily waste. First fleet upgrade in 15 years marks major sanitation improvement.
Mumbai's Mulund suburb faces severe infrastructure gaps as rapid redevelopment outpaces civic upgrades. Residents struggle with water shortages, traffic chaos, and incomplete projects despite political dominance.
BMC assistant commissioner Mahesh Patil sent on one-month compulsory leave following NRI's investment allegations in Bandra redevelopment project. Inquiry underway.
BJP and Congress leaders clash over credit for Rs 25 crore BMC school redevelopment in Andheri. Police intervention required during political confrontation. Read full details.
Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray attacks Mahayuti government over Mumbai's worsening air quality, calling it corruption-driven. BJP counters with BMC governance record.
Mumbai's BMC launches door-to-door verification drive to eliminate duplicate voter entries. Over 1 million duplicates found, with one name appearing 103 times. Citizens urged to cooperate with election staff.
Mumbai's BMC announces 18-hour water shutdown in Thakur Village, Samta Nagar, Chikhalwadi & Janu Pada for pipeline work. Residents advised to store water.
Bombay High Court forms 5-member committee to inspect Mumbai construction sites for air pollution compliance. Panel includes BMC, MPCB officials and civil society members. Read more about the court's action.
BMC introduces comprehensive hoarding regulations after Ghatkopar collapse killed 17. New rules mandate structural audits, size limits, and digital signage controls to enhance public safety across Mumbai.
A BMC primary school in Sewri was demolished for redevelopment but never rebuilt. 250 students were shifted to a one-room kitchen, enrollment dropped to 9. Read the shocking details.
Mumbai's BMC implements new 2025 advertising guidelines limiting digital billboard brightness to 3:1 ratio to reduce glare. Learn how this affects road safety and urban landscape.
BMC cracks down on 53 construction sites for violating air pollution norms as Mumbai's AQI worsens. Additional Commissioner warns of strict action against non-functional AQI sensors.
BMC cracks down on Mumbai pollution with 53 stop-work notices to construction sites. Additional Municipal Commissioner warns of strict action for non-functional AQI sensors.
Adani Group leads SPV for Mithi River's Rs 1,700-crore rejuvenation. Project includes flood control measures and sewage diversion. Congress alleges tender violations. Read full details.
Mumbai faces 30-hour water supply disruption starting Dec 1 due to BMC's pipeline connection work at Ghatkopar. 11 administrative wards affected. Plan your water storage now!
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation awards Mithi River rejuvenation project to Adani-led SPV at 7.1% above base price. Project aims to solve Mumbai flooding issues and improve water quality. Read details.
SEC data reveals 11 lakh duplicate entries in Mumbai's voter list ahead of BMC elections. Discover how this impacts electoral integrity and what authorities plan to do.
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora declares a public health emergency in Mumbai due to severe air pollution, urging BMC to suspend all construction work immediately to safeguard citizens' health.
Shocking RTI data reveals 26 patient fall incidents at Cooper Hospital in three months, including a fatal case. BMC initiates inquiry amid staffing crises. Read for full details.