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We must fight to ensure our open spaces are preserved

The Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC) at the Mahalaxmi race course is all set to get a new club on the premises. The Club’s chairman has stated...

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Ignoring weight limits on infra could prove dangerous

While there is a lot of action needed, post the monorail incident which the authorities need to do in double quick time, there is one aspect this edit...

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It is wise to reach out to the right authorities for help

It is wise to reach out to the right authorities for help

Once alerted, a senior police officer and his team reached the spot and rescued everyone within two minutes, bringing them safely to the police...

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Safety at railway stations can’t be an afterthought

Safety at railway stations can’t be an afterthought

The station has now descended into a dangerous free-for-all, with blocked access points and crush-prone conditions that regulars say could trigger the...

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We need to stop putting ourselves in danger

Just before the 7.7-km Igatpuri tunnel, Maharashtra’s longest road tunnel that bypasses the old Kasara Ghat section, motorists are seen halting...

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Let’s treat Coastal Road promenade with respect

Let’s treat Coastal Road promenade with respect

Mumbai’s new 5.25-km coastal promenade between Marine Lines and Worli opens as the city’s first major seafront space since Marine Drive in the...

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Footpaths must be available for purpose they’re built

Footpaths must be available for purpose they’re built

This edit space has often highlighted pavement apathy. With the few footpaths that are not encroached, the surface quality is questionable. There is a...

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Even smaller mandals must provide gear to Govindas

Even smaller mandals must provide gear to Govindas

The 11-year-old, a member of a mandal, reportedly fell during the formation of a human pyramid in Ketkipada, Dahisar, and succumbed to his injuries on...

14.08.2025 4

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Para-athletes deserve support from the government

Para-athletes deserve support from the government

The 100 per cent blind athlete, who is based in Borivli, has won several national medals in para judo competitions. He is now looking forward to...

13.08.2025 3

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Travelling without tickets is nothing less than theft

Currently, QR codes pasted at stations are being misused by passengers who replicate and store them in their phone galleries, then scan them to buy...

12.08.2025 10

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Mumbai: Dedicated tourism security force a welcome move

The impetus for this came from the successful deployment of a similar force at Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani hill stations. This force managed crowds...

11.08.2025 9

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Navi Mumbai civic body must act strictly against eye doctor

Navi Mumbai civic body must act strictly against eye doctor

The son of one of the victims even works at the police commissioner’s office, yet has been unable to get quick justice; despite an FIR being lodged...

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Jasprit Bumrah isn’t a villain, but no superhero either

Sportspersons are expected to be like warriors because they are picked to represent the country and should never lose sight of the fact that they may...

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Trying to be disease-free is entirely our responsibility

According to 2024 data from the National TB Elimination Programme, India recorded 26.07 lakh TB cases, the highest ever. Though TB incidence has...

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Govt must spend taxpayers’ money more responsibly

Govt must spend taxpayers’ money more responsibly

These ‘refurbished’ tracks were once again used for parking cars and other vehicles. Cyclists have almost never used the inconvenient tracks,...

06.08.2025 10

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BPP shows the way on tackling mental health issue

India has only 0.75 psychiatrists per million population, as against the World Health Organisation’s recommended three per million

05.08.2025 6

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A child rights body can’t be headless for so long

A child rights body can’t be headless for so long

Under the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005, each State Commission must have a full-time chairperson and six appointed members,...

04.08.2025 10

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Mumbai’s heritage deserves to be highlighted

Mumbai’s heritage deserves to be highlighted

The proposed heritage circuit will connect three key heritage landmarks located in close proximity: the Mahim Fort, St Michael’s Church and the...

02.08.2025 10

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Consulting locals for solutions is the best way forward

Consulting locals for solutions is the best way forward

Gagrani assured locals that a long-term solution to the problem of dust pollution would be decided in consultation with the Indian Institute of...

01.08.2025 10

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Ensure infrastructure is repaired properly

This is dangerous for commuters, said another.  Officials quoted in a mid-day report have claimed that the problem will be fixed soon

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Allow footpaths to be used for purpose they were built!

Pavements that still exist have become slivers as metal barricades have eaten up the footpath. The pavements then become barely enough for one person...

30.07.2025 7

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Stokes & Co behaved like denied children

Pundits pointed out that Stokes & Co landed a mighty blow on the spirit of cricket with their actions

29.07.2025 10

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Cannot allow footpaths to be blatantly encroached

While vendors dominate nearly three-fourths of available pavement space, the remaining stretch is taken up by people queuing for buses or autos,...

28.07.2025 10

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Authorities must tackle flooding effectively

Frequent closures of the subway due to waterlogging also cause congestion and slow-moving traffic along the SV Road and the Western Express Highway in...

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Mumbai’s foot overbridges must be easy to use

This edit space has urged Railways to consider constructing FOBs at certain spots and repair them in double quick time if needed

25.07.2025 8

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Parking lots need to be more accessible to motorists

This leads to parking on roads, further congesting an already congested city

25.07.2025 7

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Railway officials must lend ears to passengers

Locals entering Kalyan and Dombivli are already overcrowded, leaving little chance for boarding.

23.07.2025 3

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Fraudsters thrive on your fear; don’t let them

While we see cybercrime increasing, seniors seem to be a prime target for criminals

23.07.2025 4

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What can you do to keep your city clean?

More awareness means making every citizen a stakeholder in this survey; here, it could mean competitor or participant

21.07.2025 10

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Aarey Colony’s lack of proper toilets is alarming

Leaders are claiming the civic authorities are not following up post inauguration, and anti-social elements are not allowing the lavatories to start...

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There is no question that speed ultimately kills

Singh sustained critical injuries when he was out on his afternoon walk and died shortly after.

18.07.2025 10

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The quest for online validation can end in tears

In this case, three friends and the boy wanted to shoot a cool Instagram reel

17.07.2025 10

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Revoke licences of everyone selling expired goods

The Thane city police raided two godowns in the Dahisar area of Shil-Daighar and seized 200 tonnes of expired goods, an official said

16.07.2025 10

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Sindoor flyover should stand test of time

The Carnac bridge was dismantled in August 2022 after being declared unsafe by Central Railway. 

15.07.2025 7

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Teaching kids road safety rules early will pay off

There is something to be said about integrating road safety into school learning at an early age. The lessons will tend to be better absorbed at that...

14.07.2025 10

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Celebrities should endorse products mindfully

These platforms are alleged to have generated ‘illicit’ funds worth crores of rupees through illegal betting and gambling. About 29 celebrities...

12.07.2025 9

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Black magic rituals have no place in 21st century

This was placed at the crematorium grounds in Pimplasgaon village in Bhiwandi

11.07.2025 10

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False rape complaints only harm cause of real victims

Their versions are questioned. The time elapsed is questioned.

11.07.2025 10

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Holistic approach is vital when undertaking projects

Then, there is a scenario all too familiar for the Mumbaikar: encroached footpaths that vanish under shops and illegally parked cars

10.07.2025 10

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It’s time to focus on creating more top athletes

The NC Classic was given category A status by World Athletics.

08.07.2025 6

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Ensure road work doesn’t hamper citizens

There must be enough water at the site to allow for the washing of wheels

07.07.2025 8

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Every rail commuter should afford healthy snacks

The new food items include both indulgent and healthy options, while the price revision is the first in four years

05.07.2025 10

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Let’s find a way to co-exist peacefully with nature

Some called for a complete halt to any further real estate development in the area to protect mangrove-wetland wildlife.

04.07.2025 10

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We can’t let Marine Drive suffer from neglect

She had to jump over four or five missing pavement blocks and negotiate a ditch filled with water and trash

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Always adhere to safety protocols at Metro stations

Metro lines are expanding, making this travel mode a vital part of Mumbai’s changing commuter landscape

03.07.2025 10

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CCTV surveillance has proved vital in fighting crime

CCTV surveillance is a critical tool in maintaining law and order and plays a vital role in crime detection

01.07.2025 10

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Where there’s a green will, there’s a green way

Another counted her father as inspiration. He had planted over 20 lakh trees, said our Sunday mid-day report.

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Honouring the elderly is honouring your future self

We also need many more centres and assisted living facilities for our seniors so that they have options when it comes to daily living or even daycare....

28.06.2025 10

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We must respect our surroundings by not littering

This spoils the environment and harms biodiversity.

28.06.2025 10

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Entertainment industry must take fire safety seriously

In a statement, authorities confirmed that the fire was confined to electric wiring, installations, plastic and iron materials, decorative items,...

27.06.2025 10

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