In a relief for residents living near the Elphinstone Road Over Bridge, the Maharashtra government has announced the redevelopment of 19 buildings in the area. The decision was made on April 28 following a crucial meeting between MMRDA officials and residents. As part of the plan, all affected residents will be given new homes at the same location. However, residents of two buildings will be temporarily shifted to transit camps in Kurla during the redevelopment process. The 125-year-old Elphinstone Road Over Bridge is set to be demolished to make way for the Sewri-Worli connector project. The bridge was initially scheduled to be closed at midnight on April 26, but the plan was delayed following strong protests by residents, including those from two buildings that were marked for demolition. Watch video for more.
28 April,2025 09:40 PM IST
The century-old Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai was set for a shutdown and demolition on 25th April 2025. But angry residents blocked the midnight operation, pushing away barricades and stopping demolition vehicles in their tracks. What went wrong? Who is responsible? And what happens next for thousands living around the bridge? Locals fear isolation, poor access, and no clear plan for evacuation, compensation, or rehabilitation. Here is all you need to know about the controversy over the Elphinstone Bridge demolition.
26 April,2025 05:09 PM IST
Amid the ongoing chaos over the closure of the Elphinstone bridge, a tussle ensued between the authorities and the protesters over the closure of the bridge. The traffic department had announced that the bridge would officially close at 9 PM this was stalled due to protestors resistance. The barricades were stopped from being placed, the bulldozer was turned back as the protestors didn't let the proceedings to take place.
25 April,2025 11:03 PM IST
The demolition of Mumbai's historic Elphinstone Bridge has sparked widespread protests and caused significant traffic disruptions in the surrounding areas. Local residents and commuters expressed frustration over the lack of alternative routes and the sudden removal of the iconic structure, which held both functional and sentimental value. Protesters are demanding better planning and communication from authorities to minimize public inconvenience and preserve the city's heritage.
25 April,2025 10:53 PM IST
This year’s Lalbaug Cha Raja is as grand as each year. This is the 91st year of the utsav mandal and the murti has been sculpted by Mr. Ratnakar Madhusudan Kambli of Kambli Arts who has been sculpting the idol since 2002. The Kambli clan has been sculpting the Lalbagh Cha Raja murti for nearly 90 years. This Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, the murti is draped in a maroon velvet pitambar as a golden crowned Ganesha sits on his thrown in a blessing pose. If you are planning to visit the Lalbagh Cha Raja, watch this before the visit, here is everything you need to know.
12 September,2024 12:47 PM IST
On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, Ganpati Bappa Morya Chants are all around the city of Mumbai. After all it is the famous Ganeshotsav that is beginning from today. Huge crowd was seen at the famed Parel area where there is a string of famous ganpati pandas like Lalbaugcha Raja. Catch the festive fervour here as we bring you Lalbaugcha Raja Darshan 2024.
07 September,2024 02:54 PM IST
A massive fire broke out at the Times Tower building on September 06, located in Lower Parel West, Mumbai. After receiving the information, At least 9 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the flames. Thick plumes of smoke billowed out from the Times Tower building during the firefighting operations. However, no injuries have been reported in the fire incident. The reason behind the fire is yet to be ascertained and more details are awaited.
06 September,2024 10:45 AM IST
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 is here. Each year, Parel’s Railway ground turns into a huge workshop for Ganpati murti makers and this is not without a reason. With time, not only the demand for the Ganpati murtis have increased but the sizes too. To sculpt huge Ganpati murtis as tall as 22 feet, Railway Ground gives way to these murtikars who sculpt Ganapti murtis from scratch here. The work starts months before the actual Ganpati festival and so do the orders for the Ganpati murtis. What goes into making the iconic and famous Ganpati murtis of Mumbai? As the celebration comes close, take a look.
01 September,2024 05:00 PM IST
While photography has been predominantly a men-dominated profession, more and more women are taking on the field and breaking barriers one click at a time. But is it really easy to be a woman photographer in 2023? Meet Salonee Jain, an Indian photographer based in Mumbai who left her cushy job in consulting to follow her passion for photography full-time. As a photographer, Salonee now travels the length and breadth of the country and this World Photography Day 2023, here is a peek into her life as a woman photographer.
18 August,2023 06:46 PM IST
Thousands of Central Railway (CR) commuters were stranded on Thursday as local train services were delayed due to a signal glitch between Dadar and Parel railway station during the morning rush hour. Due to a technical snag between Dadar and Parel railway station on fast track (line 06) in Mumbai, a number of passengers, mostly office-goers, got down from the coaches between Sion and Matunga railway station, and started walking along the tracks to reach their offices. Many commuters were seen changing trains on track, while a few boarded moving trains.
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