Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) has released its fresh list of candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly election 2024, featuring 18 new names of those nominated from across Maharashtra including Mumbai. The Shiv Sena (UBT) has published 15 names of its candidates in the party's mouthpiece Saamana and in a post on X on Saturday, it further released the names of its three more candidates. The social media post stated, "Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) party chief Uddhav Thackeray has nominated three more candidates for Maharashtra Assembly Election 2024. The party has nominated Harun Khan from Versova, Sanjay Bhalerao from Ghatkopar West and Sandeep Naik from Vileparle." माननीय शिवसेना (उद्धव बाळासाहेब ठाकरे) पक्षप्रमुख मा. श्री. उद्धवसाहेब ठाकरे ह्यांच्या आदेशाने महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा निवडणूक २०२४ करिता शिवसेना (उद्धव बाळासाहेब ठाकरे पक्षाचे आणखी तीन अधिकृत उमेदवारांची यादी जाहिर करण्यात आली आहे.१६४ वर्सोवा - हरुन खान१६९ घाटकोपर पश्चिम - संजय… — ShivSena - शिवसेना Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (@ShivSenaUBT_) October 26, 2024 The announcement of more candidates for the upcoming elections comes days after the party’s initial list of 65 candidates. The Shiv Sena (UBT) had on Wednesday released its first list of 65 candidates for the Maharashtra Assembly election 2024. The party has nominated Aaditya Thackeray to contest from Worli constituency in central Mumbai from where he is the sitting MLA. Aaditya Thackeray's cousin and Shiv Sena's Yuva Sena leader Varun Sardesai would contest from Bandra (East) seat in the western suburbs of the city. In Thane's Kopri-Panchpakhadi seat, where Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde is in the fray, the Shiv Sena (UBT) fielded Kedar Dighe who is the nephew of late Shiv Sena leader Anand Dighe, considered to be CM Shinde's political mentor. In Mahim in central Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Mahesh Sawant will take on the Shiv Sena's Sada Sarvankar and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena's Amit Thackeray, son of MNS chief Raj Thackeray, in a triangular contest. Shiv Sena (UBT) has fielded former MP Rajan Vichare, who lost the Lok Sabha election earlier this year, from the Thane city assembly seat. Vichare had represented the seat from 2009 until he won the Lok Sabha polls in 2014. Satyajit Patil, who unsuccessfully contested from Hatkanangale Lok Sabha seat, has been fielded from Shahuwadi in Kolhapur district and former MP Unmesh Patil, who joined the party after the BJP denied him a Lok Sabha ticket, was fielded from Chalisgaon in Jalgaon district. Meanwhile, the newly unveiled candidates whose names were announced in Saamana include former BJP MLA Anil Gote from the Dhule City constituency. From Chopda the party has nominated Raju Tadvi, Jayshree Mahajan from Jalgaon City, Jayshree Shelke from Buldhana, Pawan Jaiswal from Digras, Rupali Patil from Hingoli, Asaram Borade from Partur, Yogesh Gholap from Deolali, Sachin Basre from Kalyan West, Dhananjay Bodare from Kalyan East, Shraddha Jadhav from Wadala, Ajay Chaudhary from Sewri, Manoj Jamsutkar from Byculla, Anuradha Nagavade from Shrigonda and Sandesh Parkar from Kankavli seat.
26 October,2024 05:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the early hours of Friday, an injured leopard was sighted near the Pune-Nagar highway in Wagholi, prompting swift action from the Pune Forest Department and RESQ Charitable Trust. The leopard initially observed limping on CCTV footage captured near a sports branding store, Wagholi, was promptly identified as a large carnivore whose injury compromised its ability to hunt, thus increasing the risk of further human interaction and potential accidents in the area. The first video, received at 4:55 am and recorded by the Decathlon security guard, showed the leopard near a commercial area. Acting quickly, RESQ team members Vaishnavi Bhangare and Aijaz Shaikh, along with Forest Guard Balasaheb Jivade, deployed camera traps at 10:30 a.m. to monitor the animal's movements. Meanwhile, at around 1.00 PM additional CCTV footage confirmed the leopard’s limp, corroborating concerns about its compromised health and potential danger in an urban environment. Recognising the need for immediate intervention a second team from RESQ joined the team on the field and two cage traps were set up by 5:30 p.m. After continued monitoring, the leopard was successfully captured in one of the trap cages at around 11:00 p.m. the same night. Forest Department and RESQ personnel carefully transported the leopard to the Transit Treatment Centre in Bavdhan for a thorough medical examination and appropriate care. RFO Suresh Varak highlighted the urgency of the response, stating, “When a large carnivore like a leopard is injured and close to a major highway, the potential for human interaction and risk of accidents increases. We are grateful for the coordinated effort from our department and RESQ, which allowed us to quickly and safely capture and transport this leopard for necessary medical attention.” Tuhin Satarkar, Director of Wildlife Management at RESQ Charitable Trust, emphasised the critical nature of the situation, saying, “Our primary concern was ensuring the safety of both the leopard and the surrounding community. By acting swiftly, we were able to prevent further distress to the animal and mitigate any potential risks to the residents of Wagholi.” The Maharashtra Forest Department and RESQ Charitable Trust remain committed to safeguarding wildlife and promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and animals in urban landscapes. Further updates on the leopard's health and rehabilitation will be provided in due course.
26 October,2024 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavThe Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday released a list of star campaigners for the Maharashtra assembly elections 2024. The list includes the names of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers JP Nadda, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, among other leaders. Check full list here: BJP releases a list of star campaigners for the Maharashtra assembly elections.The list includes the names of PM Narendra Modi, Union Ministers JP Nadda, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, among… pic.twitter.com/TezHqpieey — ANI (@ANI) October 26, 2024 Earlier, The BJP has retained 71 sitting MLAs in the first list of 99 candidates for the forthcoming Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 and also fielded kin of some regional satraps including Congress-turned-BJP politician Ashok Chavan's daughter. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, state BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Assembly speaker Rahul Narwekar, ministers Girish Mahajan, Sudhir Mungantiwar, and Chandrakant Patil, are among the prominent faces feature in the first list released on October 26. The list includes 13 women candidates. The saffron party has retained 71 MLAs and dropped three. Fadnavis is renominated from home turf Nagpur South West, Narwekar from Colaba in south Mumbai, and ministers Sudhir Mungantiwar, Girish Mahajan, and Chandrakant Patil from Ballarpur, Jamner, and Kothrud constituencies, respectively. Mungantiwar had unsuccessfully contested the Lok Sabha election from Chnadrapur constituency which he lost to his nearest Congress rival. Out of 16 MLAs of BJP in Mumbai, the party has renominated 14 in the first list. The list also includes Mumbai BJP president Ashish Shelar, fielded from the Vandre West seat, and senior party leader and Lok Sabha member Narayan Rane's son Nitesh Rane, renominated from Kankavli constituency in coastal Sindhudurg. Notably, Bawankule, a minister in the erstwhile Devendra Fadnavis-led government, was denied a ticket in the 2019 elections from the Kamthi constituency he had represented for three terms. He has been renominated from Kamthi. The BJP has replaced the sitting MLAs from Chinchwad in Pune district, Kalyan East in Thane district, and Srigonda in Ahilyanagar district. In some constituencies, the BJP has allotted tickets to family members of satraps including Sulbha Gaikwad, wife of sitting MLA Ganpat Gaikwad who is in jail for allegedly shooting at a rival politician in a police station. In Mumbai, the BJP has fielded its Mumbai unit chief Ashish Shelar from the Bandra West assembly segment for the third time, while his brother Vinod Shelar will test the electoral waters from the Malad West seat. Vinod will challenge sitting Congress MLA and former minister Aslam Shaikh. Sulbha Gaikwad will contest from the Kalyan east constituency; Pratibha Pachpute will replace her husband Babanrao Pachpute from Srigonda segment in Ahilyanagar district. Chinchwad MLA Ashwini Jagtap has been replaced by her brother-in-law Shankar Jagtap. Ashwini had won the bypoll from Chinchwad after the death of her husband and sitting MLA Laxman Jagtap. Perhaps the most high-profile candidate is Srijaya Chavan, daughter of former Congress politician Ashok Chavan. She will make her electoral debut from the Bhokar constituency, represented by her father, in Nanded district. Chavan senior switched to the BJP on the eve of the Lok Sabha elections. He is now a Rajya Sabha member. The BJP has given Mahesh Baldi, an independent MLA from Uran in Navi Mumbai, a ticket for the Maharashtra assembly elections 2024. Former Congressman and Independent MLA Prakash Awade has made way for his son Rahul Awade in Ichalkaranji. Anuradha Chavan, chairperson of the Phulambri APMC and member of the state BJP working committee, has been nominated from the Phulambri constituency in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district place of Haribhau Bagade, who held the seat before being appointed as the Governor of Rajasthan. MLC Ram Shinde is fielded from the Karjat Jamkhed constituency. Shinde will take on sitting MLA Rohit Pawar of NCP (SP), the grandson of Sharad Pawar. The Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 to the 288-member assembly will be held on November 20. The BJP is looking to contest around 150 seats in the state but is involved in tough bargaining with its allies Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar-led NCP.
26 October,2024 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPolice have registered a case against a man at Kalyan in Thane district for illegally entering the office of Kalyan Dombivli municipal commissioner and causing a disturbance, an official said on Saturday, PTI reported. The incident took place on October 24 around 6:30 pm and based on a complaint filed by the civic official a case was registered against Dilip Rokade at Thane's Bazarpeth police station, he said. "The accused entered civic commissioner Indurani Jakhar's office cabin to know what action the authorities have taken on his complaint. He banged on he table of the civic chief and threw the papers he was carrying with him. The intruder also started shouting at all those present in the cabin, including the commissioner," the police official said to PTI. As per PTI, Dilip Rokade has been booked under section 132 (assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), but no arrest has been made yet, he said. Kalyan-Dombivali civic body engineer suspended after his video taking bribe goes viral Last month, A junior engineer who was working with the Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) in Maharashtra was suspended for reportedly taking a bribe from a man, a video of which surfaced on social media, a civic official said to PTI. The bribe amount and other related details were not disclosed in the suspension order of the civic official, news agency PTI reported. Sanjay Somwanshi, a lab assistant and the officiating junior engineer of the security and quality control section, accepted a bribe from a guy in Maharashtra in his cabin at the corporation, according to an order dated October 10 issued by KDMC commissioner Dr Indu Rani Jakhar, PTI cited. The order further said that the accused in Maharashtra have been suspended with immediate effect as a disciplinary measure because the incident has damaged KDMC's reputation. (With inputs from PTI)
26 October,2024 02:28 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentAmid the ongoing tussle over seat sharing for Maharashtra assembly elections 2024, Samajwadi Party's Maharashtra Chief Abu Azmi issued a stern warning to the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), saying that if the party is not given five seats, it will be compelled to announce candidates on as many as 25 seats, reported ANI. Notably, the Samajwadi Party is part of the MVA alliance, which also includes the Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and the Nationalist Congress Party (SP). Speaking to ANI, Azmi said the Samajwadi Party doesn't want the votes to be divided, adding that it is not good to have internal differences within the alliance. "The seats should have been divided before the elections as the Maha Vikas Aghadi was already formed. The INDIA Alliance is already formed; then what is the confusion? It is not good to have internal differences. The Samajwadi Party is also in the alliance but there is no discussion on the seats. Sharad Pawar has told me that by tomorrow he will tell me what to do," he told ANI. "I have announced five seats. They should give these five seats to me. I will wait because I don't want votes to be divided. We don't want to create a rift in the MVA for the sake of votes. If they do not include us, then I will announce candidates for 25 seats. The Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress are discussing certain seats every day but nothing is finalised," SP leader Abu Azmi told ANI. Earlier on Friday, After the Central Election Committee (CEC) meeting of Congress, Congress general secretary KC Venugopal asserted that there are differences in the alliance, but Maha Vikas Aghadi will settle them and fight the Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 together to bring back Maharashtra to its old glory. "In a democratic set-up, a little bit of difference will be there, you have to understand that. But we have a common goal to bring back Maharashtra to its old glory. Maha Vikas Aghadi will fight and win the election. There are differences and we will settle them," Venugopal told ANI in the national capital. In a post on X, the Congress general secretary said that MVA is all set to sweep the upcoming assembly polls in Maharashtra. "Under the leadership of INC President Mallikarjun Kharge ji and LOP Rahul Gandhi ji, joined the CEC Meeting for Maharashtra. We, the MVA, are all set to sweep the upcoming assembly elections!" Venugopal posted on X. Earlier on October 17, the Samajwadi party demanded 12 seats from the alliance. The Maharashtra assembly elections 2024 are scheduled for November 20, with counting for all 288 constituencies set for November 23. In the 2019 assembly elections, the BJP won 105 seats, the Shiv Sena 56, and the Congress 44. In 2014, the BJP secured 122 seats, the Shiv Sena 63, and the Congress 42. (With inputs from ANI)
26 October,2024 01:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Congress on Saturday released the second list of 23 candidates for the Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. In the second list, the party nominated Dr Rajesh Tukaram Manvatkar from Bhusawal, Swati Sandeep Wakekar from Jalgaon and Mahesh Gangane from Akot. Check the full list here: महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा निवडणूक - २०२४भारतीय राष्ट्रीय काँग्रेस पक्षाचे अध्यक्ष मा. श्री. मल्लिकार्जुन खरगे यांच्या अध्यक्षतेखालील संसदीय समितीने दिलेल्या मंजुरीनुसार महाराष्ट्र विधानसभा निवडणूक-२०२४ साठी पक्षाच्या अधिकृत उमेदवारांची विधानसभानिहाय दुसरी यादी जाहीर करण्यात आली आहे.… pic.twitter.com/aTcHiWtDc1 — Maharashtra Congress (@INCMaharashtra) October 26, 2024 The list came after the party's Central Election Committee met and discussed the names of the candidates for the polls. The Congress declared 48 candidates in its first list. With this list, the Congress has now announced 71 candidates. The opposition party had retained 25 incumbent MLAs in its first list of nominees. The Congress has also asserted that there were no differences in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition and the final seat-sharing arrangement among its constituents will be out by Saturday evening. Speaking to reporters after the CEC meeting on Friday, party leader Ramesh Chennithala said the Congress CEC held a discussion on the remaining seats of Maharashtra. "The MVA is contesting unitedly and we have no differences," Chennithala, who is the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge for Maharashtra, said. "We will fight together to realise the dreams of the people of Maharashtra. We are confident that MVA will form the government. People are ready to throw out this corrupt government," Chennithala said. PCC chief Nana Patole said the MVA will perform better in the Assembly polls than in the Lok Sabha polls, and the MVA will form a full majority government. "We, the MVA, are all set to sweep the upcoming assembly elections," Venugopal said in a post on X after the deliberations. He also shared pictures of the CEC meeting on the microblogging platform. The Congress announced its first list of 48 candidates for the Maharashtra polls on Thursday, fielding Patole from Sakoli, former chief minister Prithviraj Chavan from Karad South and Leader of Opposition in the outgoing Assembly Vijay Wadettiwar from Brahmapuri. Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole confirmed on Thursday that the MVA has reached an agreement on seat sharing for the Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. Both the ruling Mahayuti alliance and the opposition MVA -- comprising the Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (Sharad Pawar faction), and Congress -- have intensified their preparations for the upcoming elections to 288 Assembly seats in the State. The Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024 are scheduled for November 20, with counting for all 288 constituencies set for November 23. In the 2019 assembly elections, the BJP won 105 seats, the Shiv Sena 56, and the Congress 44. In 2014, the BJP secured 122 seats, the Shiv Sena 63, and the Congress 42.
26 October,2024 12:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The most anticipated days for gold or sliver purchases during Diwali 2024 are the Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi. This auspicious occasion, falling on November 1, 2024, traditionally sees families flocking to jewellery stores to invest in gold, silver, and other precious metals. However, with inflationary pressures still lingering in the Indian economy, many are left wondering: Will inflation affect gold buying during Dhantrayodashi in Mumbai? Gold prices and silver prices: With Diwali 2024 and Dhanteras fast approaching, gold and silver prices have soared to new highs. The rising demand for precious metals in anticipation of these important Indian festivals has further fuelled market fluctuations. Gold was priced at Rs 77,910 per 10 grams in Mumbai on October 24. Silver was trading at Rs 97,100 per kilogram. Mumbai’s age-old gold buying tradition In Mumbai and the rest of India, during Dhanteras, buying gold is considered a sacred ritual. It symbolises wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. Over the years, this custom has remained resilient, with families continuing to invest in gold regardless of economic circumstances. As Nitin Karekar, a local jeweller in Mumbai’s Girgaon, explains, “Dhantrayodashi is not just about buying gold; it’s about investing in auspiciousness. While prices have increased, people still find ways to buy, even if it means smaller quantities.” This view is shared by many Mumbaikars, who regard gold as a long-term investment rather than merely a festival purchase. Impact of inflation on gold prices Despite the cultural significance of Dhantrayodashi, inflation has been a concern for consumers in 2024. With the cost of living rising and salaries often not keeping pace, disposable income has been affected. As a result, the price of gold, which tends to increase during inflationary periods, may deter some from making large purchases this year. Gold prices have fluctuated globally, influenced by geopolitical events, central bank policies, and domestic inflation. A financial analyst stated, “Gold is widely recognised as a safe haven, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty, as it has reliably offered security in such times. But one should know that buying gold during inflation is a double-edged sword. On one hand, people want to invest in gold to protect their wealth, but on the other hand, rising prices may limit how much they can afford to buy.” In Mumbai, where real estate and living costs are already high, inflation may further squeeze household budgets, forcing families to reconsider how much gold they purchase this Diwali. Jewellers offering solutions To mitigate the impact of rising gold prices, many jewellers in Mumbai are offering innovative solutions. EMI schemes, discounts, and even lightweight jewellery collections have been introduced to attract customers. By doing so, they hope to ensure that the tradition of buying gold remains intact. A owner of a jewellery store in Zaveri Bazaar, said, “We understand that inflation is making it difficult for people to spend as much on gold. That’s why we’ve introduced installment plans and smaller, more affordable designs. We don’t want anyone to feel they can’t celebrate the festival properly.” This adaptive approach shows the resilience of Mumbai’s jewellery market, which is finding ways to cater to consumers despite economic challenges. Consumer behaviour and sentiment Though rising inflation has been a spoil sport during festivities, the emotional and cultural significance of purchasing gold remains deeply rooted in Mumbai. Many families see it as a necessary expense, even if it means cutting back in other areas. For some, gold is not just a financial investment but a way to honour tradition and family values. A local resident, Darpana M, said, "Every year, we make it a point to buy gold, no matter the price. It’s part of our Diwali celebration. We may buy a smaller piece this year, but we won’t skip the tradition.” This sentiment is widespread, and although there may be a decrease in the quantity of gold purchased, the overall market is anticipated to stay strong. A balancing act Inflation may affect the extent of gold buying during Dhantrayodashi in Mumbai, but it is unlikely to dampen the spirit of the festival entirely. While some consumers may opt for smaller or more affordable purchases, the cultural importance of gold on this day ensures that many will still invest, even if in smaller quantities. As financial expert Ramesh Iyer aptly summarises, “Inflation can impact purchasing power, but traditions like buying gold on Dhantrayodashi are deeply ingrained in our culture. The market may see a shift in consumer behaviour, but the demand for gold will persist.” With festive joy, family gatherings, and the hope for prosperity guiding the spirit of Diwali, Mumbai’s love for gold remains unwavering, even in the face of rising prices.
26 October,2024 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Ronak MastakarWith the Assembly elections approaching, the Human-Elephant conflict is likely to become a prominent issue in eastern Maharashtra. A tusker named CME3, born in Chhattisgarh is believed to have been involved in the deaths of five individuals across Maharashtra, Telangana, and Chhattisgarh over the past two years. Recently, the elephant re-entered Maharashtra, leading to a tragic incident in which 25-year-old Shashikant Satre from Gadchiroli lost his life. Sagnik Sengupta, co-founder of the NGO Stripes and Green Earth Foundation, confirmed that the tusker entered Maharashtra four to five days ago. "The tusker is currently in Allapalli and may head south into Telangana. The need of the hour is that the forest department should monitor the tusker's movements closely to avoid further incidents," Sagnik Sengupta said. The elephant was first spotted in Maharashtra at the end of May 2022, and according to reports the elephant migrated from Gariyaband in Chhattisgarh. This solitary tusker remained in the state for only three days before returning home. Now approximately 35 years old, CME3 has become infamous for its violent encounters with humans. On November 11, 2023, the elephant was involved in the tragic death of a farmer in Gariyaband in Chhattisgarh. "The situation escalated further in early April 2024 when CME3 ventured into the Komaram Bheem Asifabad district of Telangana, resulting in the deaths of two farmers on April 3 and 4. After briefly returning to Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, the tusker killed another farmer on April 25, and the following day, it severely injured three women in Bhamragad, with two later succumbing to their injuries. CME3 crossed back into Chhattisgarh, where a woman was killed on May 2, in the Dhamtari region," Sengupta told mid-day. Experts are calling for immediate action from the forest department to address the ongoing human-wildlife conflict. Sagnik Sengupta whose team was earlier monitoring the herd of elephants in Maharashtra has proposed measures like implementing a long-term mitigation plan featuring monitoring, bio-fencing, and an early warning system. While the existing herd poses little threat, the solitary nature of CME3 has raised concerns about future encounters.
26 October,2024 10:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavIn a tragic incident, a 28-year-old woman died after falling off from an overcrowded Karjat local train near Mumbai on Tuesday night. The victim, Rutuja Ganesh Jangam, was allegedly unable to maintain her balance owing to the heavy rush of passengers and was pushed out of the train between Ambernath and Badlapur stations. According to the police, the Karjat-bound local train, which departed from Ambernath at 8 pm, was running 25 minutes late. This resulted in severe overcrowding of passengers on board. Eyewitnesses stated that as soon as the train arrived at Ambernath station, a large number of commuters rushed to board the train. Jangam, who was attempting to board the train amid the chaos, lost her grip and got stuck in the doorway. Moments after the train left Ambernath station, she was pushed out of the train owing to the overcrowding, and fell onto the tracks. Fellow passengers immediately alerted authorities, following which Jangam was rushed to Central Hospital in Ulhasnagar for emergency treatment. However, the doctors declared her dead upon arrival.
26 October,2024 09:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva AgasheParts of Mumbai woke up to a layer of haze on Saturday as temperatures rose, and the city's air quality dropped to the 'moderate' category. According to the Mumbai weather updates of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the Colaba observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 34.5 degrees Celcius. Santacruz observatory, the Met department data showed, recorded a temperature of 35.6 degrees. According to the latest Mumbai weather updates by the IMD, the maximum temperature will likely be around 35 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature will likely be around 23 degrees Celsius. The relative humidity is 89 percent. The sun rose at 06:37 AM and will set at 06:08 PM. The IMD’s latest Mumbai weather updates have forecasted a "mainly Clear sky" for the city and its suburbs over the next 24 hours. Mumbai weather updates: City's AQI drops to 'moderate' category On October 26, the Central Pollution Control Board’s SAMEER app reported in its latest Mumbai weather updates that the city’s air quality dropped to the 'moderate' category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 111 at 9:05 AM. Unlike its streak so far, many areas across Mumbai—per the SAMEER app dashboard—showed 'moderate' AQI. However, Bandra Kurla Complex's AQI slipped further into the 'moderate' category, at 168. Meanwhile, Byculla and Ghatkopar recorded 'moderate' air quality, with an AQI of 180 and 116, respectively. Worli recorded 'good' air quality, with an AQI of 94. Powai recorded an AQI of 79. According to data from the SAMEER app, Navi Mumbai recorded air quality in the 'moderate' category with an AQI of 138, while Thane also registered a 'moderate' AQI of 117. The air quality index from 0 to 100 is considered 'good', 100 to 200 'moderate', 200 to 300 'poor', 300 to 400 'very poor' and from 400 to 500 or above 'severe'. Meanwhile, as air pollution levels continue to rise in Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has revised guidelines issued last year for construction sites. The civic body will also form squads at the ward level to visit construction sites and act if guidelines are flouted. Sensor-based air pollution monitoring systems will be installed at all construction project work sites and immediate action to be taken if pollution levels are detected above the limit.
26 October,2024 09:47 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWith stations across divisions in Maharashtra creating awareness amongst staff as well as the passengers at large, cleanliness across neglected points has become an inherent part of day-to-day activities. This has highlighted a visible progress. The flow of cleanliness events under special campaign activities has shown significant progress with 'Rail Chaupal' sessions which have brought the general public involvement and inclusiveness. Every section of the Principal Chief Mechanical Engineer's (PCME) office has been regularly investing a small interval for cleaning of their respective section. Across divisions, tracks and surrounding areas were cleared of garbage and thick vegetation left by the retreating monsoon. Railway tracks across Neral and Igatpuri stations in Maharashtra were cleared of garbage and littering. The dead end of diesel loco shed at Kalyan was cleaned by clearing the thick vegetation to clear visibility and also ensure safety in working for pointsman. Tracks were also cleaned at Burhanpur railway station Rail Chaupal at Ajni Railway Colony in Nagpur division. The staff were explained about the importance of wearing protective gears for safety and hygiene. Chandrapur Railway Colony was cleaned by removing garbage and weeding off thick bushes. The Tadiwala Railway Colony in Pune was intensively cleaned after removing the leaves and branches that were scattered around. At Solapur, dormitory premises were also properly cleared of the thick vegetation and made to look neat. After counselling the residents on cleanliness, a tree plantation activity was conducted at Modi Railway Colony in Solapur.
26 October,2024 09:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarADVERTISEMENT
