Environment Environmental movements need more money, bandwidth and courage, says environmentalist September 28, 2023 Derrek Xavier and Joeanna Rebello Fernandes Environmentalist Stalin Dayanand says public engagement is crucial for environmental movements, which shouldn’t be branded as anti-development.
Infrastructure Is it possible to improve maintenance of SRA buildings? September 27, 2023 Hepzi Anthony Factors like developers’ neglect and unaffordable costs of maintenance lead to rapid degradation of SRA buildings in Mumbai.
Environment Be a citizen scientist, start with watching birds around you September 26, 2023 Manasi Warde Mumbai is bustling with urban wildlife. Apart from the common crows, sparrows and pigeons, there are tons of different species to explore.
Civic Mumbai Buzz: Highest number of Ganpati pandals | Immersions begin and more… September 23, 2023 News Desk This week in Mumbai: Enthusiastic Ganpati festival celebrations, Free treatment for infertility at Sion hospital, Lake levels at 98.27% and more.
Governance Why so many SRA buildings in Mumbai are in such poor shape September 22, 2023 Hepzi Anthony In SRA buildings maintenance dues pile up as residents are unable to pay. How much impact does it have on the upkeep of SRA housing?
Environment Mumbai steadily moves towards eco-friendly Ganpati celebrations September 20, 2023 Sherine Raj Ganesh festival is back with more enthusiasm and more energy. Families and groups are more conscious of its impact on the environment.
Civic All that it would take to make walking in Mumbai a world-class experience September 18, 2023 Rishi Aggarwal and Vedant Mhatre We may have mimicked the glass buildings and airports of Singapore and Shanghai. Why have not copied the walkability aspects of these cities?
Civic Mumbai Buzz: Plane crash | City bids farewell to double decker bus | Food regulator seals iconic eatery and more… September 16, 2023 News Desk This week in Mumbai: FDA finds maggots at Bademiya – Mumbai’s famous eatery, private plane crash injures 8, toll rates hiked, and more.
Commute “Recognise their cultural significance,” says activist on the last day of the double decker bus September 15, 2023 Sherine Raj The gradual phase-out of Mumbai’s double-decker buses began several years ago, and now, on September 15, we witness the departure of the final bus.
Society Bappa Moraya: City wants to celebrate, BMC gears for Ganesh festival September 14, 2023 Sherine Raj In contrast to previous pandemic years, the authorities have eased many restrictions and actively promoted greater Ganpati celebrations this year.
Infrastructure Mumbai’s housing crisis: Is self-redevelopment the answer? September 13, 2023 Rahul Kadri and Anuprita Dixit Mumbai has over 16,000 old buildings that must be redeveloped. Experts say residents can come together for redeveloping on their own.
Health Aapla Dawakhana: The family doctor is around the corner September 12, 2023 Stephin Thomas Developing primary healthcare reduces fatalities in hospitals. Aapla Dawakhana is one such scheme, which brings hope to citizens.
Education Want to start a school in Mumbai? Here’s what you need to know… September 11, 2023 Sherine Raj Setting up a school, especially in a bustling metropolis like Mumbai, involves navigating through a complex web of rules and laws.
Civic Mumbai Buzz: Gokhale bridge delayed | Heavy rain lashes Mumbai and more… September 9, 2023 News Desk This week in Mumbai: TB patient dies looking for ICU bed, Second case of Zika virus reported, Byculla zoo spends Rs 20 crore on empty cages.
Society Ferry wharf expansion: Unaware fishers worry about livelihoods September 8, 2023 Lisann Dias The fishing community says they have not been consulted even as expansion plans of the existing Ferry Wharf are underway.
