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Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation
Bombay High Court initiates suo motu PIL over Ganesh festival noise
The Bombay High Court has initiated a suo motu public interest litigation regarding noise pollution during the Ganesh festival.
Supreme Court Stays Bombay High Court Dismissal of Vishakha Raut Plea
The Supreme Court stayed a Bombay High Court order, keeping a municipal seat vacant pending a legal challenge over a corporator's disqualification.
ARMAAN wins Digital Transformation award
The organization ARMAAN received a businessline Changemaker Award in the Digital transformation category for its maternal and neonatal health initiatives.
Aaditya Thackeray questions BMC's flood management plan for Mumbai
Aaditya Thackeray criticizes the BMC's proposed flood management plan for Mumbai, advocating for greater emphasis on climate resilience and nature-based solutions.
How did BMW crash on Mumbai Coastal Road?
A fatal car crash involving a speeding BMW occurred on the Mumbai Coastal Road, resulting in three deaths.
Jain Monk Alleges Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha Suppresses Community Voice
A Jain monk has accused Maharashtra Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha of suppressing community concerns regarding a pigeon-feeding enclosure in Mumbai.
BMC plans Rs 7,346cr flood-control works for Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has launched a 7,346 crore rupee flood-control plan for Mumbai, which will be partially funded by the central government.
Mumbai manhole death inquiry fails to identify who left cover open
A BMC inquiry committee failed to identify who left a manhole open in Mumbai, resulting in a fatal accident in July.
Maharashtra government approves BMC's 8km underground water tunnel project
The Maharashtra state government has approved the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's plan to build an eight-kilometer underground water tunnel from Pise to Panjrapur.
Mumbai BJP Corporator Urges BMC to Prioritize Colaba Causeway, Kala Ghoda
A Mumbai BJP corporator has requested that the city's civic body prioritize pedestrian infrastructure improvements for Colaba Causeway and Kala Ghoda.
Eight-year-old girl and woman electrocuted near Mumbai Ganapati pandal
Two people died and four were injured due to electrocution near a Ganeshotsav pandal in Mumbai.
Short circuit averted at Lalbaugcha Raja pandal in Mumbai
A potential fire incident at the Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh pandal was averted following a short circuit in a feeder pillar, while a separate electrical accident in the Lalbaug area resulted in two deaths.
Ashish Shelar asks Ganesh mandals to strictly adhere to safety rules
Following an electrocution incident in Mumbai, politician Ashish Shelar has urged Ganesh mandals to prioritize safety regulations.
Worker electrocuted in artificial immersion pond in Jogeshwari
A 19-year-old worker died after being electrocuted in an artificial Ganesh immersion pond in Jogeshwari after an electric pump was left running.
Walk-through aquarium coming up at Byculla Zoo in Mumbai early next year
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is constructing an underwater walk-through aquarium at the Byculla Zoo in Mumbai, expected to open in early 2027.
Short circuit at Mumbai Ganpati pandal kills two and injures four
Two people died and four were injured due to an electrical short circuit near a Ganpati pandal in Mumbai.
BMC flags unauthorised water connection to mosque near Mumbai airport T2
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation discovered an unauthorized water connection at a mosque near Mumbai airport terminal 2.
BJP leader issues seven-day ultimatum regarding mosque near Mumbai airport
BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has issued a seven-day ultimatum to authorities to address concerns regarding the legality and security risks of a mosque located near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai.
BMC moves to regulate commercial sports turfs on civic plots
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has introduced a new policy to regulate and charge fees for commercial sports turfs operating on municipal leasehold land.
BMC to wash Mumbai roads in special air pollution control drive
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation will conduct a road-washing and anti-pollution drive in Mumbai from October 1 to 15 to address air quality concerns.
Mosquito-borne diseases in Mumbai see alarming rise in September
Vector-borne diseases including malaria and dengue have shown a sharp increase in Mumbai during the first half of September.
BMC proposes to appoint VJTI for GMLR flyover audit
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation plans to appoint Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute to conduct a third-party audit of the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road cable-stayed flyover project.
Mhada claims football association has no rights to Bandra plot
The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority has informed the Bombay High Court that the Mumbai Football Association holds no legal claim to a contested plot in Bandra.
BMC hires IIT-Roorkee to review new Malabar Hill reservoir plans
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation plans to hire IIT-Roorkee to review designs for a new reservoir at Malabar Hill following previous controversy over demolition plans.
Maharashtra urban development department releases subordinate loans for Metro projects
The Maharashtra Urban Development Department has released subordinate loan installments to support various metro rail projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Chlorine issue keeps Chembur civic pool shut for a week
The General Arun Kumar Vaidya Swimming Pool in Chembur is temporarily closed due to technical issues with the chlorine injection system.
Mega blood donation drive in Maharashtra receives lukewarm response
A government-mandated blood donation drive in Maharashtra, organized to mark Narendra Modi's birthday, has experienced poor turnout.
FIR filed against BMC waste contractor over dumping in Mogra nullah
Mumbai police filed an FIR against a waste management contractor for allegedly dumping dry waste into the Mogra nullah.
BMC Tree Authority seeks candidates for nominated members
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Tree Authority is seeking applications for nominated expert members to join its committee.
Maharashtra govt puts tighter checks on correction, cancellation of birth & death records
The Maharashtra government implemented stricter verification and approval procedures for correcting or canceling birth and death records to prevent fraudulent entries.