Amid heavy rains in Mumbai, hundreds have gathered in Govandi, to protest against the horrific incident in Manipur, where two women were stripped, paraded and sexually assaulted by a mob. Some reports also claim that the women were left to the mob by the police themselves. Today, Mahila Mandal Federation organised a protest against the incident in Govandi, where we spoke to the protesting women to understand their opinion on the issue. #manipurviolence #manipurhorror #mumbai #india #manipur
27 July,2023 11:57 AM IST
'Shelf Life' is a series that explores the reading culture in Mumbai. This week, we look we look at how the Next Page library, run by the Next Page Community Foundation at Govandi’s Shivaji Nagar is providing a space for children to develop a habit for reading and explore books of different genres. Managed by young members of the community, the library offers accessibility and exposure to literature from India and abroad to neighbourhood kids, often coming from non-privileged socio-economic backgrounds.
05 November,2022 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai
With Mumbai recording more than 1,000 COVID-19 cases daily, the BMC has now stepped up efforts to trace close contacts of patients. At least 10 people are being identified per patient and shifted to quarantine facilities. What else is happening in Mumbai? Watch the video to find out on Mumbai Khabar.
25 May,2020 07:13 PM IST
The 2019 film Gully Boy was a huge rage across the country that inspired many young lives. And the buzz about the rap scene in India took off ever since! Meet Saniya, Sadiya, and Taufiq from Mumbai's Govandi area who are rapping and beatboxing like pros. It was the NGO Apnalaya that recognized their talent and encouraged them to further their ambition. Apnalaya organizes cultural events where these kids and many others from economically weaker sections can showcase their talent.
16 December,2020 09:36 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
