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RT-PCR tests for those coming from Goa, Gujarat, Rajasthan & Delhi: Flyers, rail passengers hassledSubscriber Only
November 26, 2020 05:02 IST
Even as flyers had the option to avail RT-PCR facility at the Mumbai airport at their own cost, passengers were not prepared to wait at the airport till the results were out.
Thu, Nov 26, 2020
Mumbai: ‘Blue tide’ spotted along Juhu, Devgad, Ratnagiri beachesSubscriber Only
November 26, 2020 00:26 IST
The spectacle occurs when phytoplankton (microscopic marine plants), commonly known as dinoflagellates, produce light through chemical reactions in proteins, said researchers. Waves disturb these unicellular microorganisms and makes them release blue light, they added.
Fri, Nov 27, 2020
BMC appoints nodal officers to screen passengers at railway stations in MumbaiSubscriber Only
November 25, 2020 05:11 IST
As per the state government's circular, travellers coming from Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa, without Covid-19 RT PCR negative test reports, will be screened and those showing symptoms will be tested using rapid antigen kits.
Wed, Nov 25, 2020
Explained: Latest Covid-19 guidelines for those travelling to MaharashtraSubscriber Only
November 24, 2020 20:35 IST
What are the rules for road, rail and air travel, and what happens if a passenger does not have the test reports? All your questions answered.
Wed, Dec 23, 2020
Coastal Road project: BMC deposits entire marine biodiversity fund to state-run Mangrove FoundationSubscriber Only
November 24, 2020 04:13 IST
The foundation received Rs 175.33 crore as funds required for the conservation of coastal and marine biodiversity, as per specific conditions under the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance for the multi-crore coastal road project.
Tue, Nov 24, 2020
Fishermen’s nightmare: 80-90% daily catch in Maharashtra is jellyfishSubscriber Only
November 23, 2020 04:20 IST
“The rise in the occurrence of jellyfish indicates rising ocean water temperature. Presence of jellyfish in the area indicates the reduction in the fish population," said Ganesh Nakhwa, vice-president of Maharashtra Purse Seine Fishing Welfare Association.
Mon, Nov 23, 2020
BMC plans to construct tunnel to prevent overflow of Vihar lake into Mithi riverSubscriber Only
November 10, 2020 01:15 IST
Last week, the civic body appointed a consultant to conduct feasibility of constructing a tunnel that would take the excess water to the Bhandup Complex Water Treatment Plant or Airoli creek.
Tue, Nov 10, 2020
Day I: Most theatres, multiplexes, cinema halls in Maharashtra remain closed for screeningSubscriber Only
November 06, 2020 01:07 IST
Cinema halls will now have staggered show timings to prevent a large gathering outside the auditoriums before a film begins.
Fri, Nov 06, 2020
As HC directs BMC to pay salaries & arrears, visually impaired employees say they felt cheated by civic bodySubscriber Only
November 05, 2020 06:39 IST
The National Association for the Blind (NAB) on behalf of the nearly 250 employees had filed a PIL in the HC against the circular. The HC on October 28 directed the civic body to compensate the employees and clear the arrears.
Thu, Nov 05, 2020
Mangrove Foundation writes to govt, says ensure BMC complies with CRZ clearance conditionsSubscriber Only
November 05, 2020 02:51 IST
An official said, “There is no mention of payment to be made in installments in the CRZ clearance. BMC was supposed to deposit the money on or before the commencement of the project.”
Thu, Nov 05, 2020
Highest AQI since March: Minimum temperature drops below normal mark; air quality worsensSubscriber Only
November 04, 2020 02:40 IST
Researchers said that the increase in air pollution can be attributed to the minimum temperature dropping below the normal mark in Mumbai during the early hours of the day.
Wed, Nov 04, 2020
Raigad collector asked to prepare proposal to declare Panje as wetlandSubscriber Only
November 03, 2020 05:13 IST
The directive was given during a meeting of the Bombay High Court-appointed wetland and mangrove committee, headed by the commissioner.
Tue, Nov 03, 2020
A year on, BMC says only ‘general’ component of property tax to be waivedSubscriber Only
November 02, 2020 03:53 IST
Officials said property tax comprises eight components, including general tax, water tax, sewerage tax, education cess, tree cess and water benefit tax among others. General tax constitutes around 10 per cent to 30 per cent of the total amount.
Mon, Nov 02, 2020
Mumbai: Residential complexes in northern suburbs remain a challenge in Covid fightSubscriber Only
November 02, 2020 03:46 IST
According to the BMC data, the highest number of sealed buildings are located in R Central ward, which covers Borivli and Gorai areas, which have recorded the highest active Covid-19 cases.
Mon, Nov 02, 2020
Explained: How corals off Mumbai’s coast will be movedSubscriber Only
October 30, 2020 13:14 IST
Small colonies of the marine animals who live along Mumbai’s coastline will be translocated to make way for the Coastal Road project. What are corals, and why are they important?
Sun, Nov 01, 2020
Corporators across party lines block BMC proposal to hike water chargesSubscriber Only
October 29, 2020 23:29 IST
The BMC provides water up to 150 litres per person per day for domestic use at subsidised rates. The civic body charges Rs 5.22 per 1,000 litres. To calculate water charges, BMC considers that there are five people in one household.
Fri, Oct 30, 2020
Smog layer over Mumbai, Bandra Kurla Complex most polluted in city with very poor air qualitySubscriber Only
October 29, 2020 01:52 IST
Bandra Kurla Complex remained the most polluted area in the city with an air quality index (AQI) of 305 (very poor), followed by Malad at 204 (poor).
Thu, Oct 29, 2020
Rs 9.87 lakh project: Maharashtra govt nod for satellite tagging of Olive Ridley turtles along state coastSubscriber Only
October 28, 2020 02:45 IST
The governing body of the foundation, chaired by state Forest Minister Sanjay Rathod, approved Rs 9.87 lakh for the 14-month-long project at a meeting on Tuesday.
Wed, Oct 28, 2020
Tussle over nominated corporator part of larger fight between Sena, BJP in BMCSubscriber Only
October 27, 2020 03:45 IST
While BJP leader Bhalchandra Shirsat lost the 2016 civic polls, the BJP decided to bring him into the BMC by replacing nominated corporator, Ganesh Khankar, in March this year. The move was seen as an attempt to bear pressure on the Shiv Sena in the BMC.
Tue, Oct 27, 2020
Mumbai City Centre Mall fire: Cooling operations on after blaze razed for over 40 hrsSubscriber Only
October 27, 2020 03:05 IST
A fire brigade official said, “The cooling operation will take time. The mall stored highly inflammable objects like electronic items and batteries in large quantities. If not cooled properly, they can flare up and restart the fire. There are around 400 shops on every floor.”
Tue, Oct 27, 2020
After 56 hours, blaze at Mumbai’s City Centre mall finally put outSubscriber Only
October 26, 2020 00:10 IST
According to the preliminary investigation, the fire brigade found that water sprinklers were installed in the mall. However, it is unclear if the fire-fighting equipment was adequate and functional at the time the fire broke out.
Mon, Oct 26, 2020
88 fire engines, tankers battle blaze at central Mumbai mallSubscriber Only
October 24, 2020 02:16 IST
A disaster management official said, “There are many mobile accessories shops in the mall. It houses highly inflammable materials including lithium batteries, plastic, printers, AC ducts, that is further fuelling the fire,”
Sat, Oct 24, 2020
Mumbai coastal road project: TA approves proposal to cut 41 trees, transplant 322Subscriber Only
October 24, 2020 02:07 IST
In February this year, the civic body had said that around 600 trees will be affected during the construction of the multi-crore coastal road. Of these, 140 are proposed to be cut, while 460 are to be transplanted.
Sat, Oct 24, 2020
BMC standing committee meeting: None of 674 proposals discussed, BJP corporator disqualifiedSubscriber Only
October 22, 2020 02:29 IST
The BMC has 227 elected representatives with five persons, who are experts in various fields or experienced in the civic body's working, being nominated as members.
Thu, Oct 22, 2020
BMC seeks wildlife clearance to translocate 18 coral colonies on coastal road project pathSubscriber Only
October 19, 2020 01:00 IST
If approved, it will be the second such project to be implemented along the state’s coastline and the first in Mumbai. Earlier, the Mangrove Cell and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have translocated 2,620 coral fragments off the Malvan coast in Sindhudurg.
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