Revenue can’t dictate BMC’s reactions to citizens’ issues

Lights shine into their home, there is shouting on sets with the noise carrying into homes in the wee hours of the morning and at times megaphones are...

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It is our duty to respectfully preserve history

A researcher expressed his gratitude to the Railways for this as a step in the right direction as these bridges have been a part of the city for more...

saturday 10

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Preserving nature is akin to securing Earth’s future

Let us do all we can to preserve any biodiversity site. In a city choked by concrete, these are oases, life giving, sustainable, serene and scenic...

saturday 10

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Encroachment should be nipped right at the bud

The encroachment in one space also emboldens others to try and usurp other open spaces.

07.02.2025 2

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Better planning needed while demolishing old bridges

Locals say that if this road were opened first, the pressure on traffic after the closure of the Prabhadevi road would be eased to a great extent

05.02.2025 10

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Youngsters must be taught the value of honesty

Bhuse has claimed that cameras have been extensively installed and there the police’s presence will be beefed up.

04.02.2025 10

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Authorities must crack down on parking goondaism

Outright fraud is common in some public parking areas. Some people claiming they are from the BMC are foisting receipts, wearing false uniforms and...

03.02.2025 10

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Improve sports amenities at grassroots level

She was addressing the 1st International Olympic Research Conference at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) near Dehgam in Gandhinagar district.

01.02.2025 7

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We have no right to deny gay people a life of dignity

This should make us think about so many queer people, men or women, who are living in the closet here, too, fearful of being their true selves.

31.01.2025 20

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Never turn a blind eye to your surroundings

Talking on the phone while driving even if one is using the speaker phone option is also disallowed because it is a distraction and attention is...

30.01.2025 9

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Authorities must weed out illegal autorickshaws

The bigger takeaway though was that several problems needed to be looked at and addressed through the fare hike. Bus services at some high-density...

29.01.2025 30

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Govt must compensate those wrongfully arrested

This is also one of the reasons why there is a trust deficit between the public and the police. People simply do not trust the police to keep their...

28.01.2025 20

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Be proactive but rational during emergencies

Some of the Pushpak Express passengers who ran for safety on its tracks were crushed under the moving Karnataka Express, while others sustained...

26.01.2025 9

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Delays only reflect the authorities’ gross inefficiency

As a result, commuters at railway stations have no way to know how long it will take for a train to arrive

24.01.2025 10

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Crackdown on fort encroachments a welcome move

The district collectors have been asked to prepare fort-wise lists of encroachments by January 31.

23.01.2025 7

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Health facilities must be made safe for all women

One saw, quite rightly, how this case created widespread outrage and prolonged protests especially in West Bengal.

22.01.2025 20

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We must constantly stay one step ahead of scamsters

It is highly unlikely that celebrities will contact fans for money over social media

21.01.2025 10

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Progress can never happen at the cost of the environment

Let there be some transparency when we are looking at environmental factors and people must be convinced about the impact this may or may not have for...

20.01.2025 9

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Have a safe run on Sunday, Mumbai Marathoners!

Runners too, must use pavements when convenient, as it is less risky

18.01.2025 20

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Invigilators must keep abreast of latest tech

The duo reportedly paid between Rs 5 to Rs 10 lakh for assistance, which included being given Bluetooth devices and SIM cards to facilitate the...

18.01.2025 10

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We need to formulate new rules to regulate e-bikers

Our report stated that officials stated despite repeated meetings and reminders to food delivery app executives to enforce strict rules and blacklist...

16.01.2025 10

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Street food stalls must comply with fire safety rules

This report hits close to home. There are a myriad of street vendors in Mumbai, with their carts, cooking and selling foodstuff

15.01.2025 10

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Pedestrian walkways are for pedestrians, not bikers!

Residents have stated post January 20, they will go on a huge protest if there is no cognisance of repeated complaint letters and subsequently, no...

14.01.2025 20

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Horsing around can have dangerous consequences

The boys had been warned by the girl’s mother not to roughhouse it near her daughter but they ignored her

13.01.2025 10

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Let’s not panic, but work on containing HMPV

There are reports trickling in about special centres being prepared and the Centre telling states to ‘stay alert’

11.01.2025 10

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Our basic infrastructure is poorly maintained

It was a horrific, numbing and extremely painful incident. She may recover from the physical pain but the mental scars will remain

10.01.2025 10

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Merely installing CCTV cameras serves no purpose

Throughout the investigation, not one CCTV camera captured the shooter’s face or the bike’s registration number or number plate

09.01.2025 10

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Quality of infra projects must be top-notch

Fadnavis further stated that currently, Maharashtra has the highest number of under-construction infrastructure projects in the country going at a...

08.01.2025 9

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Let’s take pride in being a truly inclusive society

The important point here is that more spaces open up for the queer community Representation pic January is Pride month, with several events for the...

07.01.2025 10

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Vital projects can’t take forever to be completed

Some have been delayed due to land acquisition issues, rampant encroachment or other problems. Those in charge need to see that these are completed...

06.01.2025 9

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Your complaint could possibly even save a life

Cops said that they are struggling to make a watertight case against the accused as many women who have suffered are unwilling to register...

04.01.2025 4

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Let’s keep our open spaces for their intended purpose

Let us strive for fewer events, entertainment, political gatherings at the maidan, and keep the space open for recreation and play. The landmark...

03.01.2025 40

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Make railway station infra commuter-friendly

The existing Dadar railway police station on platform 9A not only occupies much space, but also narrows down the platform significantly The police...

03.01.2025 2

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Revellers, please pick up after yourselves

Picking and packing your rubbish must be ingrained in our people. Responsible revelry and relaxation should be part of the getaway package...

02.01.2025 2

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Public gardens cannot become havens for criminals

Several residents across SoBo especially, stated that their area, too, is vulnerable to problems and if they do not stay vigilant, they may face...

31.12.2024 2

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Have a safe, uneventful New Year’s Eve, Mumbai

Alcohol, crowds, youthful energy and adrenalin are often a winning combination but it is a mix that has the potential to be dangerous too Police...

30.12.2024 20

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If hygiene is not basic in hospitals, where else then?

As formalities, the police and family arrived at the hospital to transport the body for the autopsy. Representation pic The family of a 38-year-old...

28.12.2024 8

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Hello, BMC, please stop wasting taxpayers’ money

We must be careful not to overstretch budgets on grand openings and ground-breaking programmes as many a time, these are simply used as publicity...

28.12.2024 10

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Relying solely on technology is a recipe for disaster

Queues formed and passengers experienced hassles with change at ticket counters across stations. Representation pic The ticketing app for the...

27.12.2024 2

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BMC’s solutions should not spawn more problems

At least 37 stormwater drains have been covered with tar poured in rectangular shapes over them. Representation pic The Brihanmumbai Municipal...

25.12.2024 4

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A little caution and respect for rules go a long way

There were reports that passengers refused to wear life jackets, even though they were told to. Pic/AFP A week after the collision between a Navy...

25.12.2024 10

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Most times simply following rules can save lives

Following a familiar pattern, the authorities swung into after the accident, checking to see if all ferries are giving life jackets to passengers...

23.12.2024 2

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Not providing enough training is peak irresponsibility

An official cited in our report that usually the BEST trains drivers to operate manual buses for four weeks, but there is no prescribed training...

21.12.2024 4

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More speciality hospitals are the need of the hour

He highlighted Tata Memorial Hospital but said such facilities are few and therefore are inadequate. Representational Image Shiv Sena leader...

21.12.2024 10

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Mental health plays crucial role in athletic success

Our top athletes too, in any game, have benefitted from mental conditioning, proving that this component cannot be ignored as India aims to become...

20.12.2024 4

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Subways must always be safe and well-maintained

At certain spots, they lie unused with people preferring to cross the road, sometimes at substantial risk to life and limb Representational image....

18.12.2024 9

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Running away from home is rarely a good idea

Reports stated that the teen was angry after her mother asked her not to waste her time on her device and to pay attention to her studies....

18.12.2024 5

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Overloading vehicles should be a serious crime

The man was heading home from Navi Mumbai riding his bike Pic/Rajesh Gupta A 44-year-old man heading towards Kandivli on his motorcycle lost his...

16.12.2024 4

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Motorists must have respect for others’ lives

We may not have the power to change everything on our roads but we need to look at what is in our control. Every step counts for safer streets File...

14.12.2024 5

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Infra agencies need to clean up after themselves

There has to be a concerted effort to clear roads of development and infra debris Debris dumped on side of road. Pic/Sayyed Sameer Abedi The...

13.12.2024 6

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Revenue can’t dictate BMC’s reactions to citizens’ issues

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Better planning needed while demolishing old bridges

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Never turn a blind eye to your surroundings

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Govt must compensate those wrongfully arrested

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Be proactive but rational during emergencies

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Delays only reflect the authorities’ gross inefficiency

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Health facilities must be made safe for all women

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Progress can never happen at the cost of the environment

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Invigilators must keep abreast of latest tech

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We need to formulate new rules to regulate e-bikers

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Pedestrian walkways are for pedestrians, not bikers!

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Horsing around can have dangerous consequences

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