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people walk on the road as footpaths are obstructed

Footpaths in Mumbai: walking may be injurious to your health

March 31, 2023

The Bombay High Court (HC) recently came down heavily against the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) demanding that BMC ensure that Mumbai’s footpaths be made walkable for pedestrians especially for handicapped and senior citizens. The HC

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Coastal management authority in Navi Mumbai passes golf course but rejects school proposal

March 28, 2023

The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) recently decided upon two projects that raise questions about its intentions.

Mumbai Buzz: BMC slacking on meetings | Flu season.. and more

March 25, 2023

In this weekly Mumbai news recap: state gov brings in new fire regulations, Malvani on the redevelopment roster, no more ban on eye bank and more.

Fisherfolk of Hanuman Koliwada struggle without land or livelihood

March 15, 2023

Stranded and left bereft of their livelihood to make way for development, the fishermen of Hanuman Koliwada are reclaiming their original village.

Welcome written on colourful iron sheets of a house

Explainer: Dharavi redevelopment — What lies ahead

January 9, 2023

With the Dharavi redevelopment project in full swing, where do residents, businesses and livelihoods stand in the drive towards profit?

Six million in Mumbai’s slums are on the frontline of climate risk

December 16, 2022

Climate disasters plague Mumbai slums, where vulnerable groups fight for their livelihoods. Things are only getting worse.

Coastal management authority in Navi Mumbai passes golf course but rejects school proposal

March 28, 2023

The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) recently decided upon two projects that raise questions about its intentions.

Fisherfolk of Hanuman Koliwada struggle without land or livelihood

March 15, 2023

Stranded and left bereft of their livelihood to make way for development, the fishermen of Hanuman Koliwada are reclaiming their original village.

A living will that can save hardships

March 14, 2023

What to do in situations where you or someone you know are kept alive on life support? The solution is to have living will. Here’s what it is

Footpaths in Mumbai: walking may be injurious to your health

March 31, 2023

Crowded street with shops, pedestrians, two-wheelers parked on the side.

Who should provide parking for your car? The state, the private players or no one?

March 24, 2023

With the highest density of cars per km in India, Mumbai can’t provide parking for private vehicles, causing traffic snarls and violations.

BMC wants your inputs on the city budget; here’s how you can share that

January 25, 2023

As the BMC attempts a half-hearted participatory budget, we invite you to submit your suggestions for a chance to make your demands known.

Mumbai buzz: BMC orders increase in COVID beds | Urban forest in Andheri

Footpaths in Mumbai: walking may be injurious to your health

Coastal management authority in Navi Mumbai passes golf course but rejects school proposal

Mumbai Buzz: BMC slacking on meetings | Flu season.. and more

EDITORS’ PICK

Fisherfolk of Hanuman Koliwada struggle without land or livelihood

Explainer: Dharavi redevelopment — What lies ahead

Six million in Mumbai’s slums are on the frontline of climate risk

Citizen Journalism

Coastal management authority in Navi Mumbai passes golf course but rejects school proposal

Fisherfolk of Hanuman Koliwada struggle without land or livelihood

A living will that can save hardships

Explainers

Footpaths in Mumbai: walking may be injurious to your health

Who should provide parking for your car? The state, the private players or no one?

BMC wants your inputs on the city budget; here’s how you can share that

Economy

Hidden, unsung, Mumbai’s piece rate workers toil away for meagre returns

Environment

Fisherfolk of Hanuman Koliwada struggle without land or livelihood

Governance

BMC budget wishlist, from various experts in their field

Opinion

A living will that can save hardships

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