The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority has approved the bioremediation of the Deonar dumping ground, paving the way for its use in rehabilitating residents affected by the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. The decision allows for the treatment and removal of nearly 18.5 million tonnes of accumulated waste to make the land
Mumbai’s suburban rail network has received a significant boost with Western Railway and Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation successfully conducting a trial run of a 15-coach Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) at Virar station. The trial follows the completion of crucial platform widening and extension works under the Virar–Dahanu Road quadrupling project.
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has achieved a record-breaking property tax collection of Rs 876 crore for the financial year 2025–26, marking its highest annual revenue since inception. The milestone has been attributed to a mix of strict enforcement measures, technology-driven initiatives, and taxpayer-friendly schemes aimed at boosting compliance. The
A long-persistent rail infrastructure issue in Mumbai’s Bandra corridor has finally been resolved, bringing much-needed relief to millions of suburban commuters who face annual disruptions during the monsoon. The upgrade is expected to significantly curb flooding along a crucial stretch of the Western Railway, one of the city’s busiest transport
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is set to roll out a series of major transport initiatives on April 7, following a brief postponement of the earlier schedule. The event will include the inauguration of two Metro corridors and the foundation ceremonies for key projects aimed at transforming connectivity across
Mumbai bid farewell to the final span of the century-old Elphinstone Bridge on Sunday, as demolition cleared the way for a modern double-deck connector. Yet, even as the physical structure disappears, efforts have ensured that key elements of its legacy will endure. The bridge’s historic plaques are set to be
A portion of Khotachiwadi, a 200-year-old heritage village in South Mumbai, has undergone a major transformation with the demolition of the Khanderao Block, also known as Khanderao Chawl. The structure, which once accommodated staff of affluent bungalow owners in the area, is among several buildings in Khotachiwadi Lane that have
The long-pending redevelopment of ageing LIC-owned buildings in South Mumbai may finally move forward, bringing hope to hundreds of residents living in deteriorating conditions. After years of uncertainty, Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha has secured an assurance from Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman that a “positive solution” will be
In a significant ruling impacting redevelopment projects, the Bombay High Court has held that developers are not entitled to recover costs incurred on partially constructed buildings if a housing society terminates the agreement due to delays or contractual breaches. Justice Sandeep Marne clarified that a builder can seek reimbursement only
Mumbai’s premium residential segment continues to showcase the rising financial strength of India’s elite, with luxury homes—especially sea-facing properties in the western corridor—now commanding prices upwards of Rs 20 crore. These residences, located along the Arabian Sea coastline, are increasingly defined not just by their location but also by bespoke
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