Dharavi

50% cable replacement completed as BEST grapples with surge in power cuts across island city

Mumbai's groundwater has been declared 'Safe' by the GSDA, despite the agency admitting it lacks data on commercial extraction, tanker withdrawals, and illegal borewells. This contradiction raises serious questions about the assessment's scientific basis, especially given rampant extraction and saline water intrusion into wells.

Mumbai now generates more construction debris than household garbage every day. It’s a stark contrast – one the one side, a new shiny city is emerging; but on the other the city is smothering itself with its own muck

Filmmaker Saarthak Dasgupta stumbled upon an old VHS tape while cleaning his house, which turned out to be 'The Last Tenant', a 25-year-old film featuring Irrfan Khan and Vidya Balan. Now released online as a tribute to Irrfan, the film offers a rare glimpse into both actors' early careers.

Renowned comedian Johny Lever, known for his humor, endured significant childhood trauma in dharavi. He witnessed his first murder at seven and attempted suicide at thirteen due to family hardships and his father's struggles. Music later became his solace, helping him overcome these dark times.

Mumbai's island city faces severe traffic chaos due to ongoing bridge construction. Closures and partial shutdowns of Sion, Elphinstone Road, and Parel TT flyovers are rerouting vehicles onto already packed streets. Widening projects at Byculla and Dadar further exacerbate congestion, impacting both motorists and pedestrians. Relief is anticipated with the Sion ROB reopening mid-August.

A Handful Of Maverick Startups Across Gujarat Are Doing What Cleanup Campaigns And Policies Have Largely Overlooked — Making Waste Worth Paying For