Articles by Shreya Jachak
Spooked by RBI ban, New India Co-op Bank customers throng branches
All requests for withdrawal of funds were turned down, with banners at branch gates saying deposits would be paid back in around 90 days
Published on Feb 15, 2025 07:54 AM IST
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Childhood cancer survivors share inspiring journeys to help rebuild kids’ lives
Held at Tata Memorial Hospital in Parel East, the event served as a platform for children and their families to share their journeys, offering encouragement and strength to one another. Through stories of resilience and determination
Published on Feb 13, 2025 07:38 AM IST
₹20 crore and all hope lost in 2nd Oshiwara furniture market fire
The Mumbai fire brigade is still investigating the cause of the level 2 (medium emergency fire), which began around 11.30 am on Tuesday
Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:22 AM IST
Residents of Bandra Govt Colony slum protest against relocation
MUMBAI: Bandra East slum residents protest relocation to Malad, fearing loss of livelihoods and inadequate living conditions in new SRA buildings.
Published on Feb 10, 2025 06:40 AM IST
Organ donors urge citizens to save lives
Varsha Kavishkar, 58, shares her liver donation journey at an awareness event, highlighting the need for more organ donors to save lives.
Published on Feb 08, 2025 08:42 AM IST
Ghatkopar records ‘very poor’ air quality
On Friday, the city recorded an overall air quality index of 155, with Ghatkopar in the ‘very poor’ category with an AQI of 303, as per the 4pm report released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Published on Feb 08, 2025 08:02 AM IST
₹7,380-crore boost for health infrastructure in BMC budget
The ₹7,380.44 crore allocation is 13.95% more than last year, at ₹6,350.53 crore. Of the total allocation, ₹5,207.70 crore has been provided as revenue expenditure and ₹2,172.73 crore as capital expenditure
Published on Feb 05, 2025 08:30 AM IST
Shivaji Park to sprout grass to curb dust pollution
Residents say similar experiments have failed and the MPCB is merely resurrecting an earlier beautification plan
Published on Feb 04, 2025 08:04 AM IST
Elusive Himalayan fish rediscovered after 87 years
MUMBAI: The Chel Snakehead, a rare fish thought lost in India, has been rediscovered in North Bengal after 85 years, prompting further conservation studies.
Published on Feb 01, 2025 07:04 AM IST
Cement godown at Nahur railway station a health hazard, say residents
Residents near Nahur railway station face health hazards from cement pollution, leading to rashes and breathing issues; complaints to BMC yield no action.
Updated on Jan 31, 2025 09:13 AM IST
CM asks for special arrangements; BMC has 50 ICU beds on standby
Maharashtra CM orders special arrangements for treating Guillain Barre Syndrome patients amid rising cases, ensuring cost-free treatment for the needy.
Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:08 AM IST
Bandra Government Colony residents plagued by dust from demolitions for new HC complex
Residents are claiming the authorities are flouting all guidelines established by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to mitigate air pollution
Published on Jan 29, 2025 07:22 AM IST
Saif Ali Khan’s insurance claim sparks debate over mediclaim inequalities
Khan has filed a claim of ₹35,95,700 based on the expected cost of his treatment. His insurance provider, Niva Bupa Health Insurance, approved ₹25 lakh
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 04:39 PM IST
2,018 runners required medical help, 26 hospitalised
Mumbai Marathon 2025 saw improved medical preparedness, with fewer emergencies and hospitalizations. Dehydration was the main issue among runners.
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 02:50 AM IST
Nearly 60,000 runners take over streets for 20th Mumbai Marathon
Mumbai celebrated the 20th Tata Mumbai Marathon with 59,967 runners braving heat and pollution, showcasing resilience and community spirit.
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Environment dept dismisses Awaaz’a AQI readings
MPCB deployed air quality monitoring vans before Mumbai Marathon, addressing pollution concerns highlighted by Awaaz Foundation's citizen science study.
Updated on Jan 19, 2025 06:46 AM IST
Shreya Jachak, Mumbai
Medicine supply to hospitals resumes after BMC assures payment
A day after All Food and Drug License Holders Foundation (AFDLHF) stopped the supply of medicines to 27 civic run hospitals for non-payment of dues worth ₹120 crore, the foundation resumed supply at 11am on Tuesday.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 07:20 AM IST
Andheri bldg demolished without following AQI norms, builder receives stop-work notice
A building on New Link Road in Andheri West was razed by the builder, throwing up dust and debris, spiking concerns among residents in the vicinity, on January 12.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Medical supplies to 27 BMC hospitals suspended over dues worth ₹120 cr
Mumbai's AFDLHF halted medicine supplies to 27 BMC hospitals over ₹120 crore in unpaid dues, promising to review the decision after BMC's assurance.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:17 AM IST
No city for pedestrians, point out Mumbaikars who walked SV Road
Mumbaikars held a community walk on S V Road to raise awareness for pedestrian-friendly infrastructure on Swami Vivekanand's birth anniversary
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 09:04 AM IST
Mumbai air quality improves since November last year
Mumbai’s air quality improved to an AQI of 104, classified as 'satisfactory', with six stations reporting good conditions, but pollutants remain a concern.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Doctors launch medically-accurate app for women’s health
Mumbai: FOGSI launched Arogya Sakhi, a free app for women's health awareness, addressing issues like cervical cancer and pregnancy. Available Jan 10.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 07:32 AM IST
10 locations in city breaches PM2.5 limits on 50 days: Report
Mumbai's air quality worsened in Nov-Dec, with 10 monitoring stations exceeding PM2.5 limits; experts call for targeted pollution strategies year-round.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 07:18 AM IST
Restore 4 Bhiwandi wetlands turned into dumps: Green tribunal to Thane collector
NGT orders Thane collectorate to restore four polluted wetlands in Bhiwandi, holding landowners accountable for cleanup and preventing further dumping.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 08:26 AM IST
MPCB to Coastal Road contractors: Respond to show-cause notice for flouting air pollution norms
Mumbai Coastal Road contractors face scrutiny from MPCB for violating BMC's air quality guidelines, as residents voice ongoing concerns about compliance.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 08:36 AM IST
MPCB directs BMC to take action on the red soil in Shivaji Park
MPCB demands BMC act on dust pollution at Shivaji Park, caused by exposed red soil from a stalled beautification project, affecting residents' health.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 08:34 AM IST
City marks 2025’s first cadaver donation, giving new hope to three lives
Mumbai's first organ donation of 2025 occurred at MGM Hospital, with a grieving family donating a 50-year-old man's kidneys and liver to three recipients.
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 07:10 AM IST
How did Mumbai fare in air pollution in 2024?
Mumbai's air quality improved in 2024, nearing pre-pandemic levels, but experts caution that 'moderate' AQI is still far from healthy standards.
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 08:59 AM IST
Mumbai breathes easier, Santacruz hottest in state
Mumbaikars enjoyed improved air quality due to weather changes and halted construction, with AQI dropping to 119 and temperatures rising to 34.8°C.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 07:42 AM IST
BMC issues 78 stop-work notices to construction sites, halts road repair work
BMC issued stop-work notices to 78 construction sites in Byculla and Borivali East amid air quality concerns, halting new permissions for road repairs
Updated on Jan 01, 2025 09:27 AM IST