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“About time Bandra East looked like Bandra West”

“About time Bandra East looked like Bandra West”

Officials have been quoted as saying the area will be similar to the space outside the West entrance to Bandra stationRead More

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“Ensure public transport infrastructure is rain-ready”

“Ensure public transport infrastructure is rain-ready”

Water was seen leaking through the roofs of several BEST buses. Read More

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“Prepare sports grounds under expert supervision”

“Prepare sports grounds under expert supervision”

As the boys used the roller, one of them slipped and fell with the heavy roller going over him. He died in this incidentRead More

05.06.2026 20

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“Mumbai car crash highlights danger of loose manhole covers before monsoon”

“Mumbai car crash highlights danger of loose manhole covers before monsoon”

A car accident on Mumbai’s Malabar Hill, allegedly caused by a loose manhole cover, has renewed concerns over civic safety ahead of the monsoon. The...

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“Clear signage can save a tonne of inconvenience”

“Clear signage can save a tonne of inconvenience”

Illogically, the signage will be placed at the ‘end’ of the road, or there will be no signage at allRead More

03.06.2026 10

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“Never resort to violence while dealing with conflict”

“Never resort to violence while dealing with conflict”

The accused said that the doc had abused him; it was an ego battle that spiralled into a fightRead More

02.06.2026 20

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“City must open its spaces to LGBTQ+ community”

“City must open its spaces to LGBTQ+ community”

The city and its most upscale, visible places can be theirs too.Read More

01.06.2026 20

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“Unauthorised parking needs a strict deterrent”

“Unauthorised parking needs a strict deterrent”

It is siesta time between 2 pm and 4 pm, for auto and cab drivers, but sleepless times for certain residents who say they cannot park their vehicles...

30.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Clean and maintain memorials to our heroes”

“mid-day Opinion: Clean and maintain memorials to our heroes”

The residents are now trying to get a grill installed around the statue as a security measure to prevent it from being defiledRead More

29.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Replant trees only if chopping can’t be avoided”

“mid-day Opinion: Replant trees only if chopping can’t be avoided”

The PMC Tree Authority maintains that they have permissionRead More

28.05.2026 20

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“Hopefully, Bandra Talao will always stay clean”

We are told that we will have more details in due courseRead More

27.05.2026 10

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“mid-day Opinion: Surprise checks must be consistent to be effective”

The team reviewed key civic infrastructure and public amenities on the groundRead More

26.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Doping menace must be tackled at the root”

The deadline for submitting public comments and suggestions is June 18.Read More

25.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Don’t allow green spaces to turn into dump sites”

Continuous construction debris dumping has transformed a green patch into a hillock-like structure, say vigilantes, in this case environmentalists and...

23.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Garib Nagar clean-up after demolition must be quick”

This is a tinderbox situation, and one spark can set off a blaze.Read More

22.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Prevent shanty towns from mushrooming in Mumbai”

A WR spokesperson said the idea is to convert the place into an integrated station complex, build related infra and shift maintenance facilitiesRead...

21.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Ensure genuine train passengers get their seats”

What was needed was a large-scale operation to weed out illegal seat occupation and see that only genuine passengers get their seatsRead More

20.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Let’s ensure new Juhu park is treated with respect”

Several sculptures dotted the lawns and pathways of the space, showing traditional occupations of the East Indian communityRead More

19.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Keep municipal health facilities clean at all times”

This is significant considering that BMC health facilities cater to more than two crore patients annually, reports statedRead More

18.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: More helplines needed for stressed-out students”

After that, we need a similar approach to other leaks permeating our academic system, eroding trust in it and treating students’ futures like...

16.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Take strictest action against NEET paper leakers”

If there was any faith in our education system, it has been shredded with this leakRead More

15.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Every student deserves hygienically prepared food”

Every college/university campus must designate flying food squadsRead More

14.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: Ensure signals and signage are always visible”

One of these three signals is on the blink, and the other two are hidden by vegetation, effectively rendered invisible.Read More

13.05.2026 30

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“mid-day Opinion: BMC must act seriously on rising dust pollution”

It is heartening to see officials responding to resident concernsRead More

12.05.2026 20

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“mid-day Opinion: Authorities must crack down on illegal parking”

A local stated that at least 30-50 vehicles have made the beach a permanent parking spotRead More

11.05.2026 30

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“Let’s verify before forwarding info on social media”

Reports said the mayor took to ‘X’(Twitter) to say she visited the fish market in Vakola, spoke to Kolis and assured them that there are no...

09.05.2026 40

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“mid-day Opinion: We must keep our gardens neat, clean, and usable”

Recently, there was a complete blackout in the garden for a week, after which makeshift floodlights were installedRead More

08.05.2026 30

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“We must be mindful of our water consumption”

As infrastructure needs to be upgraded, and pipes, etc, are replaced, there are bound to be disruptions in water supply and shortagesRead More

07.05.2026 40

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“Govt should ensure there’s no need to cut down trees”

There was talk about the use of Miyawaki, which is a dense plantation technique.Read More

06.05.2026 40

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“Safety before selfies: Do not endanger lives, MSRDC warns motorists”

Stopping for pictures and selfies puts other commuters at risk on this high-speed stretchRead More

05.05.2026 40

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“mid-day opinion: Not words, only work needed to fix Poinsur river”

Photographs accompanying the report showed the Poinsur river choked to the point of suffocation. Waste has carpeted the water, primarily garbage bags...

04.05.2026 30

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“Missing Link is great, but pay attention to roads, too”

Yet, while applauding all these marvels, as our politicians term them, we should also never forget our basics.Read More

02.05.2026 40

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“Why is Mumbai so hazardous for commuters?”

Human life cannot be so cheap that this is dismissed as yet another unfortunate, under-construction accidentRead More

01.05.2026 40

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“Officialdom could do with lessons in compassion”

His sister held an account at a bank. She died two months ago. Her husband and only child died earlier, leaving her brother as her sole surviving...

30.04.2026 40

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“Sassoon Docks event spotlights heritage, cleanliness and push for public access”

An event at Sassoon Docks in Colaba showcased Mumbai’s maritime heritage through art, theatre and film, while highlighting the need for cleanliness...

29.04.2026 40

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“It’s important to remember that commuter is king”

We hope this brings an overall holistic look at the entire travel experience from buses, to waiting and ticketing facilitiesRead More

28.04.2026 40

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“Beware of fraudsters offering non-medical cures”

Beware the charlatans promising unscientific healing. Always put your faith in Science. Ask questions and talk to close friends if there is a...

27.04.2026 30

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“Let’s bust myths around organ donation”

They are then stopped at times or face numerous hurdles that cause time to elapse and the team leaves without the donationRead More

27.04.2026 40

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Beware of fraudsters impersonating officials

This report has particular resonance as the admission season will be upon us soon, and several parents will be looking out for their children to get...

18.04.2026 30

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Sporting infrastructure must be inclusive and usable by all

Wheelchair users, both cricketers and fans, spoke out about making the Wankhede Stadium and washrooms more accessible for people with disabilities

17.04.2026 30

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Better to ensure there’s no fire in the first place

The ceremony also marked the beginning of Fire Service Week, to be observed from April 14 to April 20, aimed at raising awareness about fire safety...

16.04.2026 30

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Root out agents trying to scam devotees at temples

This is a common ruse at many places to scam people into parting with substantial sums

15.04.2026 30

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Let’s work towards preventing a water crisis

A local said that they rely on water tankers at times, with water supply available for barely an hour

14.04.2026 30

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Subways should not be used for dumping garbage

Locals have demanded proactive waste collection, saying garbage is cleared only after they make calls to the authorities.

14.04.2026 40

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Beaches should be made encroachment-free

Clear obstructions of any kind and keep the beach free.

11.04.2026 30

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Ensure skywalks are safe for all pedestrians

A ground reality check of several skywalks has pointed most of all to poor visibility

10.04.2026 30

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Futuristic transport won’t solve current problems

While access to the BKC stretch from the Bandra East Railway station promises to get easier, this is still two years in the pipeline

09.04.2026 30

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Kudos to city fathers for preserving Mumbai’s history

These were documented and numbered by a team of conservationists led by a heritage expert, our report revealed.

08.04.2026 40

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CCTV cameras have become a big part of our lives

The molester targeted lone women while he was riding a motorcycle.

07.04.2026 40

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There must be zero tolerance for violations in sport

The Athletics Integrity Unit is an independent anti-doping watchdog established by the World Athletics

06.04.2026 30

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