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  Safe school zones in Mumbai are possible, shows a new initiative
  by Radha Puranik
  July 1, 2022
  WRI and MCGM collaborated on a pilot project to create safe school zones near two Mumbai schools, based on principles of tactical urbanism.
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  COVID in Mumbai at a rise, but hospitalisations low
  by Eshan Kalyanikar
  June 29, 2022
  As cases of COVID in Mumbai rise, data suggests that there might not be cause for worry. However, experts warn against unmasking.
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  How tactical urbanism is transforming Mumbai, bit by bit
  by Sabah Virani
  June 27, 2022
  With a series of small low-cost changes to the urbanscape, the BMC’s tactical urbanism drive seeks to improve the experience of life in the city.
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  Mumbai Buzz: Less rainfall this monsoon | First electric double-decker.. and more
  by News Desk
  June 25, 2022
  Less rainfall as monsoon begins in Mumbai; First AC double-decker electric bus in the city; New EV charging stations to come across the city
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  In photos: The story behind waterlogging in Mumbai’s Kranti Nagar every monsoon
  by Sabah Virani
  June 24, 2022
  Waterlogging in Mumbai occurs due to many reasons. In Kranti Nagar slum, it is primarily a case of uncleared garbage preventing drainage.
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  Navi Mumbai is making public transport more enjoyable for travellers
  by Ronald Yesudhas
  June 22, 2022
  An initiative started by the Navi Mumbai civic body is reimagining public transport for its citizens, by making commute more enjoyable.
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  Monsoon preparedness to protect landslide and flood-prone areas in Mumbai
  by Sabah Virani
  June 20, 2022
  As floods and landslides have become frequent disasters to strike Mumbai, monsoon preparedness, warnings and evacuations are the need of the hour.
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  Mumbai Buzz: Second cleanest air day in Mumbai | COVID cases rise.. and more
  by Saachi D’Souza
  June 18, 2022
  Mahim church aims to go carbon neutral; Decisions around conserving water bodies welcomed by activists; Second cleanest air day in Mumbai this week.
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  This monsoon, a disaster management app will help you stay prepared
  by Sabah Virani
  June 17, 2022
  The BMC’s disaster management app aims to give location-specific flood warnings 6 to 72 hours in advance, but may find itself sidelined by Twitter.
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  Are Mumbai’s roads prepared for monsoons?
  by Radha Puranik
  June 16, 2022
  Ahead of the Monsoon season, the BMC is in the process of pre-monsoon work that will mitigate the impact of the rains on roads and storm water drains.
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  What do the new groundwater guidelines mean for tanker water supply in Mumbai?
  by Hepzi Anthony
  June 15, 2022
  Restrictions on tanker water supply in Mumbai have led to protests by tanker owners and operators. Here’s a look at what is bothering them.
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  How changes in central rules for groundwater management are affecting Mumbaikars
  by Hepzi Anthony
  June 14, 2022
  The Central government announced new guidelines for bulk water suppliers in 2020, causing concern for Mumbai which depends on groundwater extensively.
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  Mumbai buzz: COVID rate shoots up | Water tax might increase.. and more
  by News Desk
  June 11, 2022
  Litres of groundwater in Mumbai extracted without NOC; COVID positivity in Mumbai rises; BMC mulls hike in water tax in the city after two years
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  Frequent power cuts in Zaveri Bazaar impact businesses and workers
  by Kumar Jain
  June 7, 2022
  Recurrent, prolonged power cuts in Zaveri Bazaar create major security threats for businesses in the area, but BEST’s response has been shoddy.
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  Interview with Farida Lambay, Pratham: Dealing with COVID’s toll on education in Mumbai
  by Sabah Virani
  June 6, 2022
  The pandemic has caused several setbacks to education in Mumbai, from dropping attendance rates, increasing school dropouts, and widening learning losses.