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Linah Baliga

Linah Baliga

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BMC standing committee clears ₹3.84 crore for heritage mayor bungalow renovation

Mumbai, India - January 21, 2019: Mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar at the new Mayor Bungalow at Jijamata Udyaan, Byculla in Mumbai, India, on Monday, January 21, 2019. (Photo by Pratik Chorge/Hindustan Times) (Pratik Chorge/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 23:46 IST

Mithi desilting under scanner over cost inflation

Mithi desilting under scanner over cost inflation

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 23:38 IST

BMC identifies 174 dangerous bldgs, 249 landslide spots, 403 flooding spots in city

Mumbai, India - May 18, 2023: State of Maharashtra Hon. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde along with Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Commissioner and Administrator Iqbal Singh Chahal inspecting the desilting works of Mithi River at BKC in Mumbai, India, on Thursday, May 18, 2023. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 23:50 IST

Opposition to KEM renaming mounts as Sena (UBT) urges focus on healthcare over symbolism

Mumbai, India - April 17, 2020: People passby KEM Hospital, Parel in Mumbai, India, on Friday, April 17, 2020. (Photo by Pratik Chorge/Hindustan Times) (Pratik Chorge/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 23:56 IST

Parking norms for star hotels near airport may be slashed by 50%

While podium parking can extend till 32 metres in height (around 10 levels) in city areas, the same is not possible near airports due to height restrictions (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 03:00 IST

BMC nod for pvt cath labs in three civic hospitals

BMC nod for pvt cath labs in three civic hospitals

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 22:06 IST

BMC standing committee nod for ₹29.66-crore Mithi river desilting proposal

The Mithi river is Mumbai’s primary and most crucial stormwater channel, and it plays a key role in mitigating urban flooding (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 01:26 IST

BMC clears ₹23 cr dogs sterilisation plan

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation headquarters (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 01:24 IST

Mumbai mayor expresses regret after Worli protest sparks commuter outrage, viral video captures anger

Mumbai mayor expresses regret after Worli protest sparks commuter outrage, viral video captures anger

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 24:20 IST

Ameet Satam asks for cancellation of extra funds to 6 BJP corporators

Ameet Satam asks for cancellation of extra funds to 6 BJP corporators

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 22:14 IST

Mahayuti corporators protest in black

Mahayuti corporators protest in black

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 22:12 IST

17 defunct British-era fountains get new lease of life with BMC’s revival plan

17 defunct British-era fountains get new lease of life with BMC’s revival plan

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 23:34 IST

From garbage dumps to gossip corners

From garbage dumps to gossip corners

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 01:20 IST

BMC hikes auditorium rent by 5%, theatre fraternity dismayed

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation headquarters (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 24:04 IST

India’s first e-TDR system goes live in Mumbai

India’s first e-TDR system goes live in Mumbai

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 24:14 IST

‘War room’, ward-level KPIs to drive BMC’s cleanliness push

Navi Mumbai, India - Feb. 10, 2025: Garbage lying on the roads in NMMC area, due to NMMC contract workers call strike at Koparkhairane in Navi Mumbai, India, on Monday, February 10, 2025. (Photo by Bachchan Kumar/ HT PHOTO) (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 24:38 IST

502 structures to be razed along S V Road in Andheri for road-widening

In a major push to ease congestion in Mumbai’s western suburbs, the BMC has embarked on an ambitious road-widening project along S V Road in Andheri West, targeting a nearly 3-kilometre stretch from J P Road to the Oshiwara river.

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 01:38 IST

BMC wrests control of Cuffe Parade garden from residents’ association

BMC wrests control of Cuffe Parade garden from residents’ association

Updated on Apr 11, 2026 24:24 IST

Fund allocation: Ruling corporators get higher share of BMC’s ₹800-cr pool

Mumbai…22nd November 2011…News… Bombay Municipal corporation headquarters in Mumbai…HT photo by Hemant Padalkar (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 10, 2026 02:02 IST

Gargai dam proposal passed amid ‘poetic’ showdown in BMC

Gargai dam proposal passed amid ‘poetic’ showdown in BMC

Updated on Apr 10, 2026 24:48 IST

Road concretisation to be completed by May 2027, says Bhide

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to complete both phases of its ambitious road concretisation project in Mumbai by May 2027. (Praful Gangurde/HT Photo) (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 8, 2026 24:32 IST

Standing committee approves Mumbai’s largest-ever ₹80,000 cr budget; ₹800 cr reserved for panel

Mumbai…22nd November 2011…News… Bombay Municipal corporation headquarters in Mumbai…HT photo by Hemant Padalkar (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 6, 2026 23:52 IST

Nirmala Sitharaman assures fast-track of LIC buildings redevelopment in SoBo

New Delhi, Apr 01 (ANI): Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaks in Rajya Sabha during the Budget Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Sansad TV/ANI Video Grab) (Sansad TV)

Updated on Apr 5, 2026 23:14 IST

New tech to fortify British era storm water drains, prevent floods

New tech to fortify British era storm water drains, prevent floods

Updated on Apr 3, 2026 23:52 IST

Kurla, Ghatkopar lead illegal hawker hotspots

Suburban wards continue to bear the highest burden of illegal hawkers largely due to dense residential pockets, busy railway stations, market areas and expanding commercial activity.

Updated on Apr 3, 2026 08:10 IST

Tough measures led to record property tax haul

Tough measures led to record property tax haul

Updated on Apr 2, 2026 01:12 IST

Pay pending water bills by March 31 or face disconnection: BMC

Pay pending water bills by March 31 or face disconnection: BMC

Updated on Mar 31, 2026 24:50 IST

Mumbai told to expedite formation of town vending committee for hawkers as Nagpur leads implementation

iMumbai, India - March 22, 2026: Hawkers line the busy roadside outside Vile Parle station, their colorful stalls and lively calls blending into the rhythm of the city’s daily rush in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Mar 30, 2026 01:00 IST

‘Shift-based hawking key to managing 99,000 recognised vendors in Mumbai’

iMumbai, India - March 22, 2026: Hawkers line the busy roadside outside Vile Parle station, their colorful stalls and lively calls blending into the rhythm of the city’s daily rush in Mumbai, India, on Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Mar 26, 2026 23:32 IST

Corporators push for new sabhagruha hall in BMCs town hall plan

Corporators push for new sabhagruha hall in BMCs town hall plan.

Updated on Mar 25, 2026 23:08 IST

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