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BMC directs completion of Bandra–Dharavi flyover, Worli bridges by deadlines

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has emphasised that construction of flyovers and skywalks across the city should be completed without causing any inconvenience to citizens. Additional Municipal Commissioner (Projects) Abhijeet Bangar issued these directives during a site inspection of ongoing projects on Wednesday. The first phase of the flyover reconstruction between Bandra and Dharavi is…

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Piyush Goyal launches women’s health campaign in Dahisar

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a citywide initiative to conduct 350 health camps under the ‘Swasth Naari, Sashakt Parivaar’ campaign. The drive, which will run from September 17 to October 2, was inaugurated on Wednesday by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal at Rawalpada Maternity Home in Dahisar East. On the…

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Mumbai man held for trafficking youth into cyber slavery

Mumbai`s South Cyber Police Station officials on Wednesday said that they have arrested a 28-year-old man allegedly involved in trafficking Indian job seekers to Southeast Asia and forcing them into cyber slavery. The accused, identified as Salman Munir Sheikh, was nabbed from Nayanagar in Mira Road on Wednesday, following a months-long manhunt. Police said that…

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Mumbai docs save woman from severe complications after bariatric surgery

Doctors at a Mumbai hospital have successfully treated a 49-year-old woman, who developed severe, life-threatening complications following bariatric surgery.  In a critical condition, Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre`s team stepped in to perform a high-risk corrective surgery to give her a new lease of life.  In February 2025, the patient underwent bariatric surgery in Ahmedabad….

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AI plane crash: Pilot`s father seeks another probe

The father of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, one of the pilots of the fatal Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad, has written to the central government demanding an another investigation into the incident saying that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) probe has tarnished his son`s image, reported the PTI. This follows concerns over the nature…

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Mahesh Bhatt, Anu Malik open up about reuniting for Tu Meri Poori Kahani

Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and acclaimed music composer Anu Malik reflected on their long-standing creative association while speaking about their upcoming film `Tu Meri Poori Kahani`. Bhatt described his constant search for raw passion in artists, praising the sincerity and intensity he discovered in his collaborators. Speaking to ANI, Bhatt said, “hum inki talash mein…

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Alarming rise of cholesterol and high blood pressure in 30-year-olds

Cardiac problems are increasingly affecting people in their 30s, a trend that is particularly evident in Kolkata. Sedentary work patterns, irregular eating habits, high stress levels, and excessive consumption of fried and sugary foods are major contributing factors. Likewise, Kolkata’s cultural preference for calorie-rich, traditional foods amplifies the risk. Experts emphasise that preventive health screenings…

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About 50 per cent of Indian youngsters are not vigilant about their heart health

Despite being aware of the importance of regular check-ups and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, a large number of youngsters are still ignoring early warning signs of cardiovascular problems. Timely attention to symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, or palpitations is key to preventing serious heart issues and saving lives. Exercise caution when it comes to…

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Navi Mumbai Airport opens on September 30: Here’s everything you need to know

The late 2000s witnessed a rise in Indian-origin global figures. In 2007, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Sensex crossed the 20,000 mark for the first time, underscoring India’s booming economy. Global investors intensified interest in India as an emerging-market powerhouse. For Mumbai, India’s financial capital, this was a golden opportunity. Yet, aviation planners realised one…

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