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BMC prepares its demolition squadSubscriber Only
June 04, 2014 01:50 IST
To start issuing eviction notices to occupants of 96 illegal flats from today.
Wed, Jun 04, 2014
Current lake levels barely enough, will last only two months: BMCSubscriber Only
June 02, 2014 03:56 IST
Officials say the civic body is in the process of issuing tenders for cloud-seeding in anticipation of insufficient rainfall.
Mon, Jun 02, 2014Norms flouted since ’90, but BMC dithered on actionSubscriber Only
May 29, 2014 01:04 IST
The then civic chief had asked for the 1962 land lease to be cancelled on Aug 21, 1990.
Thu, May 29, 2014
Chaos rules the city roadsSubscriber Only
May 28, 2014 00:01 IST
In a city that sees over 50,000 cars added each year on its roads, even a 15-minute roadblock due to shortage of parking space can lead to huge traffic snarls.
Wed, May 28, 2014
BMC wants keys of illegal flats deposited with itSubscriber Only
May 27, 2014 02:32 IST
The BMC administration said it would not send its demolition team to the compound on May 31, and will approach the Supreme Court (SC) if the residents of the flats do not hand over their keys by June 2.
Tue, May 27, 20142 years on, BMC revives GMLR projectSubscriber Only
May 26, 2014 01:46 IST
In October 2013, the two agencies restarted discussions on the project.
Mon, May 26, 2014
Civic body to oppose move for surcharge on VAT instead of LBTSubscriber Only
May 23, 2014 01:35 IST
Currently, the civic body earns maximum revenue from octroi and collected over Rs 7,200 crore in 2013-14.
Fri, May 23, 2014BMC plans to invite tenders for cloud seedingSubscriber Only
May 21, 2014 01:24 IST
In 2012, the city witnessed a slow start to the monsoon season, forcing the BMC to impose a 10 per cent water cut.
Wed, May 21, 2014Civic body suggests new conditions for redevelopmentSubscriber Only
May 19, 2014 02:34 IST
Under the current redevelopment scheme, buildings cannot be legally demolished without a commencement certificate.
Mon, May 19, 2014
A clean sweep in Modi waveSubscriber Only
May 17, 2014 02:56 IST
NOTA occupied the fifth position - 11,009 opted for it, representing 1.23 per cent of the vote share.
Sat, May 17, 2014
Bracing for the downpourSubscriber Only
May 14, 2014 00:50 IST
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation says that it is better prepared for monsoons this time.
Fri, May 16, 2014
BMC wants powers to evict residents of shaky bldgsSubscriber Only
May 13, 2014 00:07 IST
After evacuation, residents of such buildings will be given due accommodation in a newly constructed building.
Tue, May 13, 2014Civic body may include aspects of caretaker clause in RG-PG policySubscriber Only
May 12, 2014 03:13 IST
The extent of construction to be allowed on open public spaces under the new scheme is yet to be ascertained.
Mon, May 12, 2014Game may be up for pvt players on public landSubscriber Only
May 08, 2014 01:39 IST
In the controversial caretaker policy, land was to be given to a caretaker on a minimum of 33-year lease.
Thu, May 08, 2014
BMC promises smooth drive by May 20Subscriber Only
April 30, 2014 02:47 IST
Additionally, by the May 20 deadline, all trenches dug up on roads for various utility agencies will be refilled.
Wed, Apr 30, 2014
There are tales to tellSubscriber Only
April 27, 2014 02:10 IST
An initiative by an American documentary filmmaker gives amateur writers and storytellers a chance to share their work in a public space.
Wed, Apr 30, 2014
BMC ropes in NGOs, corporates to start 100 pre-primary schoolsSubscriber Only
April 27, 2014 01:55 IST
The cost to run these schools for kindergarten students will be borne entirely by the institutions selected for the project.
Sun, Apr 27, 2014
‘I will bring in more investments for Mumbai’Subscriber Only
April 22, 2014 04:21 IST
We should upgrade the infrastructure,the local trains and stations. In the next rail budget, Mumbai should get the maximum allocation with sufficient funds for the suburban boards,said Poonam.
Tue, Apr 22, 2014
BMC panel to study building proposalsSubscriber Only
April 21, 2014 02:21 IST
Technical Advisory Committee will be for the civic Development Plan department, will interpret the Development Control Regulations.
Mon, Apr 21, 2014Hearings begin on plan to make Chembur Diamond Garden area heritage precinctSubscriber Only
April 18, 2014 00:35 IST
The proposed precinct has received over 160 suggestions and objections on the heritage tag that could make redevelopment unviable.
Fri, Apr 18, 2014
Our nod must for ads on your hoardings, BMC tells rlysSubscriber Only
April 17, 2014 03:56 IST
The responsibility of creating and implementing the hoardings policy within city limits lies with the BMC.
Thu, Apr 17, 2014
Christians ‘confused’ over choosing the right candidateSubscriber Only
April 14, 2014 00:03 IST
According to Dolphy D’souza, former president of Bombay Catholic Sabha, Mumbai has around 10 lakh Christians.
Mon, Apr 14, 2014BMC notified of dilapidated state: HCSubscriber Only
March 16, 2014 03:42 IST
Justices Anoop Mohta and M S Sonak noted the case had been pending since 2008 with interim reliefs as the Sridharans refused to vacate.
Sun, Mar 16, 2014
BMC to discuss raising FSI cap for redevelopment projects for a premiumSubscriber Only
March 11, 2014 01:18 IST
If approved, overall cost of redevelopment projects will come down, improving their viability
Tue, Mar 11, 2014
When Karachi ‘guards’ helped Mumbai Police control crowdsSubscriber Only
March 02, 2014 02:44 IST
The BGI was set up by Syedna Burhanuddin in 1994, after the riots in Mumbai.
Sun, Mar 02, 2014Journalism of Courage
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