The Praja Foundation’s latest report on the status of civic issues in Mumbai reveals alarming gaps in water access, sanitation, waste management, and growing urban inequality. As Mumbai continues to expand, tackling these civic challenges is essential for creating a more inclusive and sustainable city. From rampant water wastage to inadequate sanitation facilities, the report highlights the urgent need for systemic reforms.
22 May,2025 07:12 PM IST
On May 22, chaos ensued at the Kandivali railway station as hundreds of commuters were seen crowding the steps of the newly constructed foot-over bridge. The unusual crowd at the FOB emerged because the southern staircase was closed due to ongoing construction work.
22 May,2025 01:46 PM IST
With the monsoon around the corner, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a firm directive to complete all ongoing cement concrete road works by May 31 to ensure that roads are safe and traffic-ready in Mumbai. The India Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rainfall across various states. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region continues to be on yellow alert until May 24. This region is set to experience thunderstorms followed by lightning, moderate rainfall and gusty winds at a speed of 40 to 50 km/hr in isolated regions.
21 May,2025 06:19 PM IST
Mumbai rains on 20th May brought the city to a standstill as severe waterlogging and traffic were witnessed in the city. Chaos ensued on the night of 20th May as unseasonal rains pounded the city in mid-May - weeks ahead of the scheduled Monsoon. Mumbaikars were caught off guard as heavy rains caused traffic disruption, flooding and collapse of the infrastructure. Between 8 to 9 PM, Western Mumbai recorded intense rainfall — with the Eksar Municipal School area in Borivali topping the charts at 61 mm in just one hour, according to the BMC.
21 May,2025 03:54 PM IST
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued yellow and orange alerts across Maharashtra. Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg are expected to be significantly impacted between May 21st and 24th. During this period, heavy rainfall is expected, accompanied by stormy conditions and gusty winds. A cyclonic circulation is expected to develop over the Arabian Sea off the Karnataka coast around May 21. Residents and commuters are advised to take necessary precautions.
20 May,2025 10:47 PM IST
In a massive construction leap for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Corridor bullet train project, 300 km of viaducts have now been completed. The track laying has begun — 157 km of RC track beds have been laid so far. This ambitious project in collaboration with Japan is poised to revolutionise India’s rail infrastructure. Once operational, the bullet train will significantly reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to approximately two hours, a significant decrease from the current six-hour journey by conventional rail with a top speed of 320 km/h.
20 May,2025 04:53 PM IST
Take a walk through history at Mumbai’s iconic museum inside CSMT — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum features a wide range of rare and historic items. Step inside, and you’ll discover engineering marvels on display — from scale models of the historic GIP1 to the ultra-modern Vande Bharat Express, and even the futuristic Shinkansen E5 Bullet Train. Take a look at this iconic showcase of India’s railway legacy.
19 May,2025 07:07 PM IST
On May 18, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led the ‘Tiranga Yatra’ rally in Nagpur, organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to honour the valour and dedication of the Indian Armed Forces and to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor. The nationwide rally, which began on May 13 and will run until May 23, is being held across several states, including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam (Dibrugarh), Jammu and Kashmir (Srinagar), and Odisha. Through the ‘Tiranga Yatra’, the BJP seeks to inspire national pride and unity while paying tribute to the armed forces for their unwavering service to the nation. Watch the video.
18 May,2025 01:45 PM IST
On Saturday morning, Mumbai woke to light pre-monsoon showers, bringing much-needed relief from humidity. According to the IMD, light to moderate rainfall is expected across the city. Pre-monsoon showers have been drenching Mumbai over the past few days, and as a result, the AQI levels have also improved across the city. Take a look.
17 May,2025 12:56 PM IST
Mumbai’s traffic chaos might just have caught a break! CM Devendra Fadnavis has inaugurated three key bridges — Reay Road, Titwala, and the much-awaited Gokhale Bridge in Andheri. The Reay Road bridge is Mumbai’s first-ever cable-stayed Road-Over-Bridge, replacing a 1910 British-era structure. The new six-lane bridge is part of MahaRail’s plan to overhaul aging infrastructure. how far will it translate to solving problems for all sections of commuters? We will get to know in the days to come - as Mumbai upgrades one bridge at a time.
14 May,2025 07:23 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
