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Maharashtra plastic ban: Rs 2.95 lakh collected in fines as BMC raids 8,061 commercial establishmentsSubscriber Only
June 26, 2018 07:22 IST
The civic body started enforcing provisions of the ban from Saturday, with action taken against 11 establishments. The crackdown continued on Sunday, with 25 teams of officers combing Chembur. However, the overall ward-wise action started on Monday.
Tue, Jun 26, 2018
Maharashtra plastic ban: No suitable alternative for traders at BMC exhibitionSubscriber Only
June 25, 2018 02:11 IST
Most complained about the alternatives on offer being too expensive or difficult to procure in comparison to plastic bags and containers.
Mon, Jun 25, 2018
Mumbai: Home buyers protest against Mehul Choksi for failure to hand over flatsSubscriber Only
June 24, 2018 03:48 IST
The protesters, among whom 75 are still awaiting the possession of their flats, said they have approached the state Real Estate Regulatory Authority seeking action against Choksi.
Sun, Jun 24, 2018
Maharashtra plastic ban: Starbucks, McDonald’s pay fine of Rs 5,000Subscriber Only
June 24, 2018 02:30 IST
So far, the BMC has collected around 145 metric tonnes of plastic waste through bins and door-to-door collections with the help of its toll free number.
Sun, Jun 24, 2018
Mumbai: Churchgate residents say receiving muddy water supplySubscriber Only
June 22, 2018 02:45 IST
Alleging that the problem started when the Metro 3 construction work began, the residents have written to the BMC stating that it must act.
Fri, Jun 22, 2018
Panel rejects Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation proposal to reduce fine on plastic banSubscriber Only
June 21, 2018 02:35 IST
As per the proposal, while the minimum fine amount fixed for hawkers, vendors and citizens was Rs 200 to Rs 10,000, for grocery stores, milk, fruit and coffee sellers, the amount was between Rs 500 to Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,000 for hotels and malls.
Thu, Jun 21, 2018
Water supply and sewerage charges go up from today in MumbaiSubscriber Only
June 16, 2018 04:03 IST
According to the the present tariff, rates applicable to domestic users, such as slum-dwellers, are Rs 3.49 per 1,000 litres. For housing societies and residential buildings, the tariff is Rs 4.66 per 1,000 litres
Sat, Jun 16, 2018
BMC committee rejects proposal on privatisation, re-starting 35 schoolsSubscriber Only
June 13, 2018 03:59 IST
The proposal was rejected over the criteria set for private organisations to run the schools. One of these was that the annual turnover of the organisation must be around Rs 5 crores.
Wed, Jun 13, 2018
RTI reply: Fires claimed 293 lives in Mumbai, injured 900 in last six yearsSubscriber Only
June 12, 2018 02:36 IST
In a reply to a query under the Right to Information Act filed by NGO Adhikar Foundation, the MFB has revealed that between 2012-13 and 2017-18, more than 4,000 fire incidents have been reported in the city every year, on an average.
Tue, Jun 12, 2018
Mumbai rains: Why Hindmata junction in Dadar is a chronic waterlogging spotSubscriber Only
June 11, 2018 02:19 IST
Hindmata junction — the saucer-shaped, low-lying area between Dadar TT and Parel — was under 1.5 feet water on Saturday even as other flood-prone spots in the city were better off. The area was, however, not among the places that received maximum rainfall on Saturday. According to India Meteorological Department data, Malad (West) received the […]
Mon, Jun 11, 2018
Heavy rain cripples Mumbai, 13-year-old girl, three others deadSubscriber Only
June 10, 2018 07:43 IST
When contacted, BMC commissioner Ajoy Mehta said working of nullah cleaning and work restricting waterlogging is partly pending in a few places, especially at Hindmata area, which led to waterlogging at that spot
Sun, Jun 10, 2018Monsoon in Mumbai: Roads waterlogged, four rain-related deathsSubscriber Only
June 10, 2018 04:53 IST
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) disaster control room said waterlogging was reported at 11 spots across the city. Around 3,000 personnel have been pressed into service to look into rain-related problems.
Sun, Jun 10, 2018
After losing home and loved ones, survivors of Ghatkopar cave-in fear losing plot to roadSubscriber Only
June 08, 2018 05:05 IST
Seventeen lives were lost when the Siddhi Sai building in Ghatkopar came crashing down last monsoon. As the city readies itself for this year’s rain, survivors of last year’s tragedy are anxious.
Fri, Jun 08, 2018
Mumbai: Civic body appoints firm to maintain oxygen level in lakesSubscriber Only
June 08, 2018 04:47 IST
IN A bid to revive lakes where construction debris and other pollutants have led to depleted levels of Dissolved Oxygen (DO), the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has appointed a firm to carry out bioremediation to treat the water in the lakes.
Fri, Jun 08, 2018
Notes from the Suburbs: Set to showcase tribal way of life in MalaysiaSubscriber Only
June 07, 2018 03:57 IST
Thane-based group of tribal professionals, AYUSH, has been working to promote tribal life, art and culture through their tribal tourism initiative, a guided tour to tribal regions in and around Thane.
Thu, Jun 07, 2018
BMC forms special task force to identify, destroy mosquito breeding spotsSubscriber Only
June 06, 2018 02:47 IST
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is tying up with NGOs and has employed 368 sanitation workers to identify mosquito breeding spots and clear them.
Wed, Jun 06, 2018
BMC starts penalising owners who don’t clean up pet poopSubscriber Only
June 05, 2018 04:15 IST
32 marshals to keep vigil in public places
Tue, Jun 05, 2018
To fix potholes, BMC plans to manufacture mixtures at its Worli plant at reduced costSubscriber Only
May 31, 2018 04:05 IST
Not just Mumbai, according to the data of Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Maharashtra had recorded the second highest pothole deaths (1,410) in the country after Uttar Pradesh last year.
Thu, May 31, 2018Mumbai: Ahead of monsoon 1,400 safety nets for manholesSubscriber Only
May 26, 2018 03:18 IST
The BMC is planning to install around 1,450 safety nets /metal mesh on manholes at crucial locations, at the total cost of Rs1.38 crore.
Sat, May 26, 2018
Mumbai: As dog bite complaints increase, Vasai Virar may get second sterilisation centreSubscriber Only
May 24, 2018 01:10 IST
The public health centres in Vasai, Nalasopara and Virar have been receiving 15 to 20 patients with dog bites since past three months.
Thu, May 24, 2018
BMC collects 120 tonnes of plastic since AprilSubscriber Only
May 23, 2018 06:13 IST
Following the state government’s decision to ban single-use plastic, expected to kick in next month, BMC has placed plastic collection bins at 25 locations and also launched a helpline number for housing societies to get plastic collected from their premises.
Wed, May 23, 2018
Waste-to-energy project: Mumbai civic body to conduct geological survey of Deonar dumping groundSubscriber Only
May 21, 2018 10:54 IST
Intermittent fires at Deonar and Mulund dumping grounds over the last few years have attracted national attention. The central government, too, had raised concerns over the matter.
Mon, May 21, 2018
Water treatment plant in Bhandup gets solar power unit, 2 years onSubscriber Only
May 18, 2018 03:30 IST
The Bhandup plant treats 2,300 MLD (million litres daily) of water. It requires 45 lakh units of power on a monthly basis, which comes to 5.40 crore units every year.
Fri, May 18, 2018
Over 600 buildings dilapidated, BMC urges occupants to vacateSubscriber Only
May 18, 2018 03:27 IST
We have been directed to convince the residents and make them aware of the dangers by showing them documentaries and putting up posters: Nidhi Choudhari, Dy Municipal Commissioner, Removal of Encroachment
Fri, May 18, 2018
BMC claims Mumbai may flood this monsoon, blames Metro constructionSubscriber Only
May 18, 2018 03:24 IST
Officials say Metro work has ‘choked’ drainage lines, ‘disturbed’ storm water drains at some areas
Fri, May 18, 2018Journalism of Courage
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