Aaditya raises concern over `garbage piling` and `illegal hoardings` in Mumbai

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former Maharashtra minister Aaditya Thackeray on Friday expressed strong concerns over the state of waste management in Mumbai and the unchecked rise of illegal political hoardings across the city, reported the IANS. In a letter addressed to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, Aaditya Thackeray said that a system…

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Young engineers to gain first-hand experience at bullet train construction sites

Engineering and technical institutes have been invited to participate in educational visits to the Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train construction sites, offering students practical exposure to the landmark project. Under the programme, young engineers will gain first-hand understanding of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project’s construction methodology and observe ongoing works such as viaduct and bridge construction, station…

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CR’s Mumbai Division announces night power blocks for Panvel–Kalamboli project

Central Railway’s (CR) Mumbai Division will operate a series of special night power blocks this month to facilitate removal of infringements linked to the Panvel–Kalamboli Coaching Complex project. The blocks will be carried out between 1.30 am and 3.30 am on the following nights: December 7/8 (Sunday–Monday midnight) December 9/10 to December 14/15 (Tuesday–Wednesday to…

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IndiGo issues apology as cancellations peak; promises refunds, waivers

IndiGo on Thursday issued a detailed public apology to passengers amid widespread flight disruptions, stating that the past few days had brought the airline to a “serious operational crisis”. The carrier said that while the situation will not be resolved overnight, teams are working to restore normal operations “at the earliest”. pic.twitter.com/ckhaWnbo86 — IndiGo (@IndiGo6E)…

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Hollow promises for farmers` compensation exposed, says Sena (UBT) in Saamana

Shiv Sena (UBT) on Friday attacked the BJP-led government in Maharashtra and the Centre over their delayed response and hollow assurances to the state’s rain-affected farmers, highlighting the gap between political rhetoric and actual relief delivery, reported news agency IANS. “The double standards of those in power regarding farmers` welfare have become abundantly clear. Union…

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Fadnavis: AI-based digital twin to transform MahaVitaran and boost green energy

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that Maharashtra is set to strengthen its power distribution network through a ‘Digital Twin’ model for solar and other renewable energy sources. He said that the distribution company MahaVitaran will soon implement an AI-based digitisation initiative in collaboration with leading international organisations. “This marks the beginning of…

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Maharashtra Revenue Department forms vigilance squads to boost transparency

The Maharashtra Revenue Department has formed Divisional Vigilance squads and a state-level committee to ensure greater transparency, accountability, and a people-centric approach in its functioning, reported news agency IANS. The Revenue Department announced the decision on Thursday on the eve of completion of one-year term of the BJP-led MahaYuti government on December 5. “Dedicated Vigilance…

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Navi Mumbai civic body targets construction hotspots to curb pollution

As winter pollution grips Navi Mumbai, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has launched an intensified crackdown, inspecting 86 construction sites in a week amid rising complaints of dust across Ghansoli, Airoli, Nerul, and Turbhe. Residents have reported dust settling on balconies, morning coughs among children, and worsening AQI levels. In response, multi-department teams are…

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Mumbai Diary: Friday Dossier

An equal canvas On World Disability Day (December 3), differently-abled artist Nadeem Shaikh paints with his foot at a mall in Goregaon Tango with the Argentine GOAT Kruti Gandhi performs stage tango The last time Kolkata was in such a frenzy, a certain Diego ‘La Mano de Dios’ Maradona was in town. Now, it is…

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Traders’ bodies announce bandh on Dec 5 to protest agricultural market rules

Five apex organisations under the Maharashtra Rajya Vyapari Kruti Samiti have declared a statewide one-day bandh on Friday, December 5, to protest against the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) system. The participating bodies include the Chamber of Association of Maharashtra Industry and Trade (CAMIT), Federation of Association of Maharashtra (FAM), Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry…

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Mumbai air pollution: MPCB shuts down 19 RMC plants across MMR

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has ordered the closure of 19 ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) for breaching environmental guidelines and contributing to worsening air quality, reported the PTI. RMC plants manufacture pre-mixed concrete — a blend of cement, water and aggregates — for use in construction projects. In…

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