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Mumbai schools and colleges closed due to heavy rains, waterlogging; NDRF teams deployed
Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) declared school and college closures as heavy rain caused waterlogging and disrupted transport. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted continued heavy rainfall in Mumbai and nearby regions. The Central Railway services and flights were impacted, with delays and cancellations reported. Mumbai University postponed exams, and Goa announced school closures in response to the weather alert. Authorities are monitoring the situation for further decisions.
Breathing room for Delhi's Chandni Chowk? MCD mulls shop relocation after fire scare
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is considering relocating shops from Chandni Chowk's crowded lanes to make the area safer and more breathable. This decision follows a recent fire incident and was discussed in a July 1 meeting between the assistant commissioner of the City SP Zone and Walled City stakeholders.
Loosen the chokehold on our city roads
Delhi's vehicle population has risen by about 30% a year, while public parking sites remain relatively stagnant at 420. Progressive parking charges can help - higher rates for locations with high traffic inflow and parking demand, differential parking rates reflecting peak and off-peak hours, and efficient and smart parking solutions to optimise existing spaces.
Green bonds - Municipal bodies think change, climate change
Brihanmumbai's ₹10,224 crore FY25 climate budget signifies Indian municipal bodies' shift to sustainability. With Solapur, Vadodara, Bhopal, Indore, and Pimpri-Chinchwad leading green initiatives, CEO Masood Mallick highlights Swachh Bharat Mission, regulatory evolution, and public-private partnerships. NGT's environmental compensation emphasizes compliance, increasing the need for green financing.
Zika virus spreads in Pune: Here's how the virus infects, risks, symptoms, and prevention
Zika Virus (Google Trends): Pune faces a rising Zika virus threat with several recent cases, including two pregnant women. Health authorities are intensifying surveillance and mosquito control efforts. Zika, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, poses significant risks during pregnancy, potentially leading to severe birth defects. While symptoms are usually mild, caution is advised, especially for expectant mothers. Here’s a comprehensive overview of Zika virus infection, its symptoms, impact on pregnancy, and preventive measures.
Woman detected with Zika virus infection in Pune; number of cases rises to 7
Pune faces a Zika virus outbreak with cases rising to seven, including pregnant women. The virus, transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, poses risks like microcephaly. Pune's health department intensifies efforts to prevent transmission and protect public health.
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Calcutta Municipal Corporation and Kolkata Police kickstart efforts to identify hawking zones in city
Mayor-in-Council and MLA Debasish Kumar was in Gariahat on Friday, with Municipal officers and police personnel, to get on ground information about the hawkers through surveys. “We have created forms and we are jotting down details about the hawkers. We will collect their information and submit it before the committee formed by the Chief Minister,” Kumar said.
"Encroachment on government land will be investigated": Mamata Banerjee in Howrah
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee chaired a meeting addressing Howrah's issues of encroachment and illegal construction. She directed the Howrah Police and State Chief Secretary to investigate and act against those involved in land encroachment. Banerjee criticized officials for their involvement in extortion and highlighted the illegal activities in Salt Lake. She also expressed concerns over the Teesta Treaty, claiming West Bengal was not consulted on decisions affecting water distribution to Bangladesh, and planned to address the issue with the Prime Minister.
Streets, footpaths cleared for PM and VVIPs, why not for everyone: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court emphasised the importance of clearing streets and footpaths daily for all citizens, not just during VVIP visits, asserting that a safe place to walk is a fundamental right. The court criticised the lack of decisive action by authorities in addressing the issue of unauthorised hawkers encroaching on footpaths, calling for concrete measures such as developing a database to prevent their return.
Kanpur Mayor Viral Video: Pramila Pandey loses temper during drain cleaning meeting, throws file at engineer
Kanpur Mayor Pramila Pandey expressed anger during a meeting over inconsistencies in drain cleaning progress before monsoon. A viral video shows her throwing a file at a zonal engineer after disputing his claim that cleaning began in March, when it actually started in May. Pandey instructed inspections from June 14 and warned of action if water-logging happens. She also monitored nullah construction and sanitation efforts.
Monsoon likely to reach Mumbai by June 9-10
The monsoon arrived in Maharashtra on June 6, starting from the southern Konkan region and is expected to advance to Ratnagiri and Solapur by June 7. Mumbai is likely to experience monsoon by June 9-10. Telangana has already seen early monsoon with good rainfall. Pre-monsoon rains provided relief in Mumbai, causing waterlogging in some areas.
Six civic bodies likely to debut on Bond Street by next month
Nashik, Visakhapatnam, Kanpur, Surat, Varanasi, and Prayagraj are likely to issue municipal bonds by July with a fundraise of Rs 100-300 crore at 7.9-8.3% coupon rate. Municipal bodies have raised nearly Rs 3,000 crore from the bond market in last seven years
Ghatkopar hoarding was installed on weak foundation: Mumbai institute's report
A report submitted by a technological institute revealed that the hoarding that collapsed in Mumbai, claiming 17 lives, had been installed on a weak foundation. Despite the city's standards for wind resistance, the structure could only withstand 49 kmph winds, leading to tragedy. Investigations and arrests followed, uncovering negligence and lack of proper oversight.
Delhi water crisis: AAP govt to approach SC over Haryana not releasing city's water share
Delhi Water Minister Atishi announced the government's plan to approach the Supreme Court over Haryana's failure to release Delhi's share of water, leading to a crisis. Emergency measures include setting up a central water tanker control room, deploying officials at water zones, banning potable water use at construction sites, and promoting judicious water use.
Monsoon prep: Thane civic body identifies more than 4,000 dangerous, dilapidated buildings
Thane Municipal Corporation identified 4,297 dangerous buildings in Thane city. Some structures need to be vacated and demolished for safety measures.
Mumbai hoarding crash: Ad firm director Bhavesh Bhinde's police custody extended till May 29
Mumbai court extends police custody of Bhavesh Bhinde, director of advertising firm involved in hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar, claiming 17 lives.
Gujarat HC takes suo motu cognizance of Rajkot game zone fire, calls it man-made disaster
A special bench of the Gujarat High Court took suo motu cognizance of the fire incident at a game zone in Rajkot, calling it a 'man-made disaster' due to lack of necessary approvals for such zones.
Rajkot fire tragedy: SIT holds meeting; DNA samples collected for identification of victims
After a devastating fire at a game zone in Rajkot city, Gujarat, resulting in 27 fatalities and three injuries, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) met with local authorities to address the situation. Due to the severity of the burns on the victims' bodies, identification has proven challenging, prompting authorities to collect DNA samples from both the deceased and their relatives to aid in identification efforts.
Rajkot game zone fire: Four children among 27 killed; SIT probe ordered into incident
Rescue operations are underway at the affected TRP game zone and officials feared the count of casualties may go up as several children were present at the spot due to the ongoing summer vacation and weekend. The blaze erupted at around 5 pm at a fibre dome for gaming activities and several persons including children were playing games when the blaze erupted, officials said.
Mumbai to face 5% water cut from May 30, 10% from June 5 amid dwindling reservoir levels
Mumbai faces critical water shortage with 10% usable water in reservoirs. BMC announces 5% water cut from May 30, escalating to 10% from June 5. Impact on Thane and Bhiwandi Nizampura. Dams hold 9.69% of annual requirement as of May 25.
Porsche accident effect: Pune Municipality bulldozes two pubs in Koregaon
The Pune Municipal Corporation demolished two pubs, Waters and Orilla, in Koregaon Park for unauthorized expansions. This action is part of a city-wide crackdown on illegal structures in areas with many pubs and restaurants. The drive follows a fatal accident involving a minor served alcohol, prompting stricter enforcement of building and alcohol laws.
Contest in Kalyan prestige battle for Maharashtra CM Shinde's son
Shrikant Shinde, son of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, faces higher stakes in the Kalyan Lok Sabha seat election in Maharashtra amidst a split in Shiv Sena. The constituency, part of Thane district near Mumbai, includes densely populated urban areas, industrial belts, and diverse demographics like Maharashtrians, South Indians, Sindhis, Gujaratis, Marathi-speaking populations, and Muslims.
Hyderabad pre monsoon showers bring flooding, traffic woes; IMD warns of more showers
Heavy rains brought relief from the heat in Hyderabad but also caused flooding in several areas. The Telangana State Development Planning Society reported over 51 mm of rainfall, with Yousfuguda recording the highest at 51.3 mm. The Indian Meteorological Department predicted more rainfall for the evening and night, raising concerns for the IPL match. Alerts have been issued, urging people to monitor the weather and be prepared to move to safer locations. The IMD also warned of moderate rain and thundershowers in GHMC limits. Residents are advised to stay updated with weather forecasts and take precautions.
Poll officials check Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's luggage in Nashik
Poll officials in Nashik checked Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's luggage at a helipad after allegations of carrying cash in a helicopter. The officials did not find anything suspicious. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut had accused Shinde of carrying cash, prompting a response from Shinde. Security was heightened during Sena (UBT) rally in Nashik ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
Bumpy roads vs beautiful flyovers: What's stopping Delhi from becoming a world-class city?
Delhi's 2023 budget aimed to upgrade 1,400km of roads with Rs 22,000 crore, managed by PWD. Kejriwal's vision led to pilot projects. The 10-year maintenance plan is restructured. Municipal Corporation of Delhi oversees colony roads. Agencies focus on beautification but neglect road repair and signage importance. Tree plantation and road strengthening are prioritized.
Lok Sabha polls: Dharavi redevelopment gives Sena (Shinde) upper hand
Dharavi, once Asia's largest slum, remains central to Mumbai's South Central parliamentary polls due to redevelopment plans. The Adani Group's bid to redevelop with 350 sq ft homes faces opposition from the Uddhav Thackeray faction, demanding 450 sq ft units. Residents express skepticism over promises, with conflicting views on the project's viability. Political factions vie for support, leveraging housing concerns and minority interests in the electoral battleground.
Umesh Pagariya, Director of Pagaria Group, pioneers family legacy with his business acumen
Umesh Pagariya, torchbearer of Pagariya Group, upholds family traditions with visionary innovation in Jalgaon, rooted in Marwari heritage. Strategic acquisitions and ventures in safety equipment and FMCG lead to global expansion.
Death toll rises to 14 in Mumbai hoarding tragedy; search and rescue ops still on
The death toll in the Mumbai hoarding collapse incident is 14 dead, 75 injured. NDRF teams, BMC, and Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar are leading rescue efforts in Ghatkopar area. NDRF assistant commandant Nikhil Mudholkar provided insights during the search operations. Rajawadi Hospital, Bhavesh Bhinde, and BJP leader Kirit Somaiya are also involved.
Anand Mahindra reacts to Mumbai billboard collapse. Mini Mathur says 'life in our country has zero value'
After a fatal hoarding collapse in Mumbai, Anand Mahindra demands stringent rules. Maharashtra CM orders audit, Bollywood expresses shock. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya claimed permission for the hoarding was given by Uddhav Thackeray.
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