Articles by Sameera Kapoor Munshi
Criminal case against Sambhaji Bhide for insulting reformer Jotiba Phule
Bhide is facing similar cases elsewhere in the state for his offensive remarks against Mahatma Gandhi, Saibaba of Shirdi and other social reformers in his speeches over the last two weeks. On August 1, an FIR was registered against him in Nashik for his speech in Amravati in the last week of July
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 12:36 AM IST
Sion-Panvel flyover maintenance stuck in red tape
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) plan to take over four flyovers falling under its jurisdiction through Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) is now shelved after the Public Works Department (PWD) raised objection to any such transfers
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 01:27 AM IST
After landslide, Raigad collector draws plan for disaster prone villages
The resultant exercise will lead to both the families and the government body in possession of an important document termed a Disaster Anomalies Detail(DAD)card
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 01:17 AM IST
13 dog bites in a day by frightens Uran village
Multiple cases of dog bites in Khopta village in Uran have caused fear among residents, with 13 people being bitten in a single day. The village has shut down its school and captured eight stray dogs, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the attacks.
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 12:37 AM IST
Health workers lead cops to mother who killed her infant
A day-old baby boy was found dead in a dustbin in Navi Mumbai. Health workers helped identify the mother, who confessed to strangling the baby.
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 12:11 AM IST
NMMC initiates comprehensive parking study
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) is conducting a comprehensive study on parking in the city to improve mobility and address the growing parking crisis. The study will focus on both short-term and long-term solutions, including identifying more parking spaces and constructing multi-level parking. The survey will be conducted by an external agency and will begin next month. The findings will be used to develop a parking policy and determine future actions such as increasing parking charges.
Updated on Jul 29, 2023 08:20 PM IST
Police thwart MNS protest against toll on potholed roads in Airoli
The Navi Mumbai unit of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena had planned to stage a MNS-style protest if the Airoli toll operator did not heed their ultimatum to repair potholes on the road or stop toll collection.
Updated on Jul 29, 2023 08:11 PM IST
Potholes on Sion-Panvel highway yet to be repaired, commuters bear the brunt
The engineer claimed that the traffic police did not allow them to undertake repair work as it would lead to traffic congestion on the stretch. But surprisingly, the ground situation is no different now as the road sees extreme traffic congestion often stretching over a kilometre
Updated on Jul 28, 2023 12:51 AM IST
NMMC to roll back water cuts as Morbe Dam rises to 83-meter mark
NMMC in June was contemplating major water cuts as the water level in Morbe dam had come down to 24% of its total capacity i.e., as per June 18 records, the dam level had reached 68.89mm, and the gross storage had scaled down to 47 million Cubic Meter (MCM)
Updated on Jul 26, 2023 12:25 AM IST
Residents fear soil erosion might affect 200-year-old temple in Belapur
“Any damage to the temple will have major repercussions because the temple has mass followers, and this structure carries historical importance. The temple has been in existence since the time of Maratha General Chimaji Appa,” said a resident of Nerul and devotee, Vijay Dhate
Updated on Jul 26, 2023 12:25 AM IST
Contempt petition in HC against NMMC service road on Palm Beach Road
The petition alleging contempt of court by the civic body accuses the NMMC of falsifying data as well as misleading the court with incorrect information.
Updated on Jul 24, 2023 10:24 PM IST
Contempt petition in HC against NMMC’s service road project on Palm Beach Road
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) is facing a contempt petition for allegedly falsifying data and providing incorrect information to the Bombay High Court regarding the construction of a service road parallel to the Nerul segment on the Palm Beach Road. The petitioner claims that the road is unnecessary and a waste of public money, and raises concerns about potential harm to nature. The NMMC is accused of giving varying data about the width and breadth of the roadwork. The municipal commissioner is currently studying the petition.
Updated on Jul 23, 2023 05:29 PM IST
Irshalwadi landslide: CIDCO, NMMC, NGOs provide logistics support
CIDCO had urgently provided 600 labourers from its various housing project sites on Thursday and 25 stretchers and 5000 bottles of drinking water. The NMMC has also over 150 workers, and Robinhood Army NGO plans to distribute 500 grocery kits, 500 blankets and 1,000 bedsheets
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 04:47 PM IST
Raigad landslide: Death toll rises to 24, several people yet to be traced
In Irshalwadi, India, heavy rain and low visibility are hampering rescue efforts following a landslide. The death toll has risen to 24.
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 12:15 PM IST
Maharashtra: Fire officer dies of cardiac arrest during landslide rescue operation
Officials present at the location stated that officer Shivram Dhumane (50) started feeling uneasy as the area for rescue operation was steep
Updated on Jul 20, 2023 02:04 PM IST
As tomato prices hit roof, thieves see them as a lucrative option
Tomatoes in Mumbai have become so expensive that thieves are now targeting the vegetable, with rates fluctuating between ?140 and ?160 per kg in the retail market. The wholesale market is fetching ?70 per kg. The vegetable market has seen multiple instances of theft, with one thief being apprehended last week. The thefts are believed to be a result of the high cost of tomatoes in the retail market.
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 12:43 AM IST
Ram Baug in Ulwe developed by destroying mangroves, says activist
CIDCO has been informed about the gross violations that include permanent constructions like huge water fountains, tarred roads, and parking zones with the capacity for 100 vehicles. There are dumpers used to regularly dump mud
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 12:36 AM IST
Woman suffers broken leg after street light collapses in Koparkhairane
A woman suffered a broken leg and needs surgery after a street light collapsed on a pavement at Teen Tanki in Koparkhairane on Saturday. At 2.30pm, Usha Jadhav, 38, of Vashi got off a bus and was walking on the footpath to meet her sister when the street light came down crashing and hit her knee.
Updated on Jul 17, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Stranded on last train, woman commuter’s video flags safety concerns
29-year-old singer was concerned for her safety when the train was stranded in the middle of nowhere between Ghansoli and Kopakhairane station for 20 minutes with no police personnel present in the ladies compartment
Updated on Jul 12, 2023 10:22 PM IST
Traffic police meet 35 schools to curb Koparkhairane congestion
The traffic department suggested utilising a playground to accommodate the private vehicles used by parents, and setting up a dedicated bus bay within the school grounds. They also proposed a meeting with the parents as well as traffic officials to discuss further measures to address the issue
Updated on Jul 11, 2023 10:35 PM IST
PMC to develop 2,600 apartments in slum pockets under PMAY
The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) is all geared for developing over 2600 apartments in place of the slum pockets that are occupying various parts of the city. The High Court has instructed the slum dwellers to vacate the premises by September 30
Updated on Jul 11, 2023 03:52 PM IST
Court seeks evidence of Kharghar heatstroke mishap
“It’s going to be nearly three months to the incident. However, to date, the police have not taken any cognisance. They neither filed a single FIR nor was anyone held accountable for the loss of 14 lives. We had even filed a written complaint with the Commissioner of Police (CP) on April 18 to look into the matter but there was nothing done,” Jaisingh Shere, the counsel for AAP, said
Updated on Jul 11, 2023 01:00 AM IST
NMMC to set up first women’s gym in Belapur
Tender bids for procuring almost ₹94 lakh worth gym equipment has already been floated by the administration. The new gymnasium is to be opened on the third floor of Belapur’s community centre
Updated on Jul 10, 2023 06:25 PM IST
Water supply from Kharghar to Ulwe hit after pipe burst in Uran
The water supply to nodes like Kharghar, Kamothe, Kalamboli, Dronagiri and Ulwe is likely to remain affected till Saturday as a pipeline from Hetawane dam has burst at Chirner in Uran on Thursday evening.
Updated on Jul 07, 2023 02:47 AM IST
Locals take a dip in flooded Uran station
Some residents, however, are worried about the quality of station’s construction. “The kind of flooding seen in the station premise only depicts the lack of planning. There shouldn’t be this level of waterlogging,” said an Uran resident Kiran Patil
Updated on Jul 07, 2023 12:59 AM IST
NMMC to use reactive asphalt technology to fill potholes
Unlike hot mix technology, the reactive asphalt mixture dries fast, and can be used even during heavy monsoon downpours
Updated on Jul 04, 2023 10:29 PM IST
NMMC to get new medical heath officer
Nearly two months after he was relieved off his duties over controversial deregistration of a brain and spine hospital, NMMC’s Medical Officer, Health Dr Pramod Patil has been formally transferred out and replaced with a senior doctor
Updated on Jul 04, 2023 01:13 PM IST
CIDCO announces 15% water cut from June 28
CIDCO will implement a 15% water cut from June 28 in Kharghar, Taloja, and nearby villages due to inadequate rainfall. The cut may go up to 25%.
Updated on Jun 27, 2023 07:06 AM IST
Mumbai rains: Accident at Sion-Panvel highway, commuters stranded for 4 hours
aAt around 6am, two multi-axle vehicles rear ended each other after the driver was unable to apply brakes on time
Updated on Jun 26, 2023 04:40 PM IST
Panvel civic body to set up first theme park
The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) is all set to construct a first-of-its-kind-theme amusement park. The park will be developed on a 2.5 acre plot situated in Kharghar and has been envisioned to imbibe in children the importance of following traffic rules
Updated on Jun 25, 2023 12:11 AM IST
