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Mumbai rains: BMC declares schools, colleges to operate normally today
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation announced that schools and colleges in its area would remain open on July 26, amid normal weather conditions. Contrarily, Raigad district closed educational institutions due to heavy rainfall alerts. Maharashtra's Chief Minister reviewed the rain's impact, and the IMD issued varying alerts for different regions, including a red alert for Raigad and Ratnagiri.
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Mumbai's incessant rainfall disrupts flights and trains, IMD issues red alert
Mumbai faced severe disruptions due to incessant overnight rainfall, resulting in waterlogging, flight delays, and affected local train services. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert predicting further heavy rain. Flight operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport were briefly suspended due to poor visibility. Airlines like Air India and IndiGo issued travel advisories. Local train services were affected, and two out of seven lakes supplying water to the city started overflowing.
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Mumbai: IMD issues warning of heavy rain; local trains delayed by 15 minutes
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) have issued warnings for heavy rain and high tides in Mumbai and Thane, with winds likely at 50-60 km/h and recorded rainfall of 26.28 mm. Central Railway locals faced delays due to technical issues. The authorities have cautioned residents to stay indoors unless necessary amidst ongoing heavy rain and an orange alert in place for Mumbai and surrounding districts in Maharashtra.
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Mumbai receives heavy showers, train services normal even after waterlogging in some areas
Mumbai and its suburbs experienced heavy rainfall causing waterlogging in some areas, but local trains are running smoothly. India Meteorological Department reported 91 mm rainfall in Mumbai, with predictions of more rain. High tides of 4.24 meters and 3.66 meters are expected. Traffic has been diverted due to waterlogging at Sheetal Cinema, Kale Marg and Aarey routes. Central and Western Railway confirmed normal operations amid ongoing heavy showers in the region.
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Mumbai University cancels exams scheduled for today due to heavy rains
Mumbai University exams postponed due to heavy rains. Trains cancelled, waterlogging in various areas. NDRF teams deployed to handle flood-like situations. Commuters facing challenges in rain-hit Mumbai. Stay informed for further developments.
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Heavy rains in Mumbai cause disruption, BMC deploys emergency personnel
Mumbai Rains: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in Mumbai has mobilized emergency personnel and stationed officers in response to heavy rains, with Colaba and Santacruz receiving significant rainfall. Various rain-related incidents, including a house collapse and falling branches, have been reported, but no injuries.
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Mumbai's rain woes turn into meme fest on social media: Check out some of these hilarious posts
Mumbai experienced a deluge early this morning, with over 300 mm of rainfall in certain areas. The downpour caused significant train and flight disruptions, waterlogging, and school closures. Authorities issued an orange alert, with more rain expected. Amidst the challenges, social media provided some comic relief. Emergency services and municipal authorities are actively addressing the situation to minimize the impact on residents.
Streets, footpaths cleared for PM and VVIPs, why not for everyone: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court emphasised the importance of clearing streets and footpaths daily for all citizens, not just during VVIP visits, asserting that a safe place to walk is a fundamental right. The court criticised the lack of decisive action by authorities in addressing the issue of unauthorised hawkers encroaching on footpaths, calling for concrete measures such as developing a database to prevent their return.
IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai receives bomb threat; lands safely
A Mumbai-bound IndiGo flight from Chennai was subjected to a bomb threat on Wednesday. The flight landed safely in Mumbai at around 10:30 pm. IndiGo stated that all passengers disembarked from the plane without incident.
With airports, more than 50 hospitals and BMC headquarters in Mumbai receive bomb threats
Along with 41 airports, more than 50 hospitals in Mumbai including Jaslok Hospital, Raheja Hospital, Seven Hill Hospital, Kohinoor Hospital, KEM Hospital, JJ Hospital, St. George Hospital and many more hospitals receive bomb threats. The threat emails have been sent using a VPN Network. The identity of the sender and the motive of the threat are yet to be ascertained, said Mumbai Police.
Maharashtra housing authority finds 60 out of 62 hoardings in Mumbai lack approval
Following a tragic incident on May 13, where seventeen people died and 74 were injured due to a hoarding collapse amid strong winds and heavy rains in Mumbai's Ghatkopar, MHADA and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) have taken action.
BMC says not appropriate to issue stop work notice to Godrej Properties’ Kandivali project
The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) has decided against issuing a stop work notice to Godrej Properties’ ongoing residential project in the Kandivali suburb of Mumbai as suggested by the defence ministry’s Central Ordnance Depot (COD).
Monsoon likely to reach Mumbai by June 9-10
The monsoon arrived in Maharashtra on June 6, starting from the southern Konkan region and is expected to advance to Ratnagiri and Solapur by June 7. Mumbai is likely to experience monsoon by June 9-10. Telangana has already seen early monsoon with good rainfall. Pre-monsoon rains provided relief in Mumbai, causing waterlogging in some areas.
Water levels drop nationwide, southern region hit hardest
The latest data on 150 main water reservoirs shows a total live storage of 39.765 billion cubic meters, just 22% of total capacity, with a week-on-week decline due to rising temperatures. The southern region is hit hardest at 13% capacity. Northern, eastern, western, and central regions also show varying storage levels. Some basins reported deficient or highly deficient conditions.
Ghatkopar hoarding was installed on weak foundation: Mumbai institute's report
A report submitted by a technological institute revealed that the hoarding that collapsed in Mumbai, claiming 17 lives, had been installed on a weak foundation. Despite the city's standards for wind resistance, the structure could only withstand 49 kmph winds, leading to tragedy. Investigations and arrests followed, uncovering negligence and lack of proper oversight.
Mumbai to face 5% water cut from May 30, 10% from June 5 amid dwindling reservoir levels
Mumbai faces critical water shortage with 10% usable water in reservoirs. BMC announces 5% water cut from May 30, escalating to 10% from June 5. Impact on Thane and Bhiwandi Nizampura. Dams hold 9.69% of annual requirement as of May 25.
BMC sets up expert panel to frame guidelines for billboards in Mumbai
On May 13, a giant illegal hoarding in the city's Ghatkopar area fell on a petrol pump during gusty winds and unseasonal rains, leaving 17 dead so far and over 70 injured. Rakesh Kumar, an ex-employee of National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), is the environment expert on the panel, while IIT Bombay's Prof. Avjit Maji, Prof. Nagendra Rao Velaga, besides Prof. Shreekumar from the department of Industrial Design, are other members.
BSP eyes political revival in Delhi despite declining vote share
The BSP, once a significant player in Delhi politics, faces challenges from the AAP and other parties but remains determined. Contesting all seven Lok Sabha seats, BSP aims for a stronger showing, banking on strategic candidate nominations. Despite declining influence, BSP persists in contesting elections with integrity and ideological commitment. Rival parties downplay its significance, citing past performances and shifting voter allegiances.
Collapsed billboard owner Bhavesh Bhinde to remain in police custody till May 26
Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, will be in police custody until May 26 for the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse that killed 16 and injured 75. He was arrested in a secret operation in Udaipur. Bhinde faces charges for culpable homicide and is a repeat offender for illegal hoardings and rape accusations. He was granted anticipatory bail earlier this year for a rape case.
Mumbai Police arrests Bhavesh Bhinde from Udaipur in connection with hoarding collapse which claimed 16 lives
Mumbai police have arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, in connection with an illegal hoarding collapse in Chheda Nagar that led to 16 deaths. Bhinde faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and is also embroiled in other legal issues, including allegations of rape. Despite his troubles, Bhinde has secured contracts from entities like the Indian Railways and BMC for billboards and banners, albeit amid allegations of flouting regulations. This incident has prompted Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to order a structural audit of all hoardings in Mumbai.
Arrested accused in Ghatkopar billboard collapse brought to Mumbai
The owner of Ego Media, Bhavesh Bhide, was arrested in Udaipur and brought to Mumbai for legal proceedings after a billboard collapse in Ghatkopar on May 13. The incident, caused by strong winds, resulted in 16 deaths and 75 injuries, with the rescue operation delayed due to a nearby fuel station.
Mumbai hoarding collapse: Search and rescue operation called off at Ghatkopar crash site, says NDRF
The BMC ended the search and rescue mission at the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse site in Mumbai after 66 hours. The NDRF official confirmed the decision following the retrieval of 16 bodies, including a retired ATC general manager and his wife, with 75 others injured. The operation concluded after cutting five girders.
All hoardings need structural stability certificate, says BMC Commissioner on Ghatkopar tragedy
The BMC Commissioner stated that Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered all hoardings to be checked. "All the hoardings need a structural stability certificate. They need to follow the specifications of size, foundation and the wind velocity that passes through to provide the necessary stability. Three more hoardings are being removed," he said.
Fix our jugaad cities first, then get viksit
Indian cities face safety risks like crashing billboards in Mumbai due to poor urban governance, highlighted by unpermitted hoardings and inadequate safety measures. Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy stresses the importance of reforms for urban governance.
Ghatkopar hoarding collapse accused Bhinde on the run, was arrested in a rape case
Director of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, which installed the collapsed hoarding in Mumbai's Ghatkopar, Bhavesh Bhinde was arrested two months ago for alleged rape under the pretext of marriage. He is currently missing and untraceable. Bhinde has multiple cases against him for violating BMC laws on hoardings. The collapsed billboard claimed at least 14 lives and left 74 injured amid allegations of weak foundation.
Hoarding collapse: How nod for billboard given by police instead of BMC? asks Kirit Somaiya
After a Mumbai hoarding collapse, Kirit Somaiya raises concerns over permissions granted by police officers instead of the city civic body. He emphasizes the need to remove dangerous hoardings exceeding size limits.
After tragedy, BMC says it will act against all illegal hoardings in Mumbai
No action was taken in the past against the giant hoarding that crashed on a petrol pump in Chheda Nagar area on Monday evening as a dispute was going on between the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Government Railway Police (GRP), an official said.
After billboard collapse, BMC to take down remaining hoardings on GRP land
BMC to remove hoardings at Chheda Nagar after 14 deaths at Ghatkopar petrol pump; case filed against M/s Ego Media Private Limited; hoardings on Eastern Express Highway; BMC lacks demolition equipment.
"Unacceptable": Anand Mahindra on Mumbai billboard collapse incident
Anand Mahindra condemned the Mumbai hoarding collapse, calling for strict safety measures in a city aspiring to be a modern metropolis. He emphasized the need for stringent rules and mentioned various key entities involved in the incident.
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