Mumbai Never Sinks: BMC Chief Debunks False Flooded City Claims
BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhinde says Mumbai never sinks, calling social media images of a submerged city misleading. Only low-lying areas flood briefly.
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BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhinde says Mumbai never sinks, calling social media images of a submerged city misleading. Only low-lying areas flood briefly.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav becomes first Indian CM to add electric SUV to convoy, promoting PM Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and sustainability.
Palghar admin shifts Vadhvan Port land compensation accounts to Union Bank of India to boost transparency and beneficiary trust.
Actor R. Madhavan shares joy over a quick 25-minute commute from Mumbai town to the airport, praising the smooth journey in a viral video.
Maharashtra's Rs 36,585 crore farm loan waiver excludes ministers, MPs, MLAs, and taxpayers, benefiting 55.72 lakh farmers with strict eligibility criteria.
Maharashtra Cabinet approves Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Farmer Debt Relief Scheme. Loan waivers up to Rs 2 lakh for farmers, no landholding criteria.
Bhaktinagar railway station in Rajkot nears completion of Rs 26.80 crore redevelopment under Amrit Bharat Scheme, with world-class amenities and long-term capacity.
PM Modi expresses grief over Surat bus collision, announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for each deceased's kin and Rs 50,000 for the injured from PMNRF.
Maharashtra approves Rs 36,585 crore farm loan waiver, targeting 2.8% fiscal deficit. Experts warn of credit culture impact and crowding out of capital expenditure.
World Hindu Congress 2026 to be held in Mumbai from Dec 18-20, marking RSS centenary. Over 4,500 delegates from 60+ countries expected.
PM Modi expresses grief over the death of senior Gujarat MLA Yogesh Patel, calling him a 'true people's leader' and a unique companion from his public life.
Maharashtra Cabinet approves Rs 24,884 crore road projects with AIIB & NDB funding to improve 1,500 km of roads, boost economy, and enhance safety.
CM Fadnavis says no eligible beneficiary under Ladki Bahin Yojana will be excluded, and funds disbursed to ineligible women won't be recovered.
CM Fadnavis says official announcement on farmer loan waiver postponed until after June 22 council elections due to Election Commission guidelines.
Ahmedabad achieves 89% stray dog sterilisation under rabies control programme, with microchipping, digital tracking, and a scientific census underway for 'Zero by 2030'.
Actress Bhumi Pednekar supports Pink E-Rickshaw initiative, promoting financial freedom and safety for women through sustainable e-rickshaws.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation implements Supreme Court directives on stray dog management across 1,050 public sites, including schools and hospitals.
Breakthrough achieved in the third mountain tunnel in Palghar district for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. Tunnel is 417m long, work progressing rapidly.
Gujarat Police launches 'Operation Mule Hunt 2.0' to target mule bank accounts used by cybercriminals. The operation aims to disrupt financial networks and protect citizens from online fraud.
Ahmedabad Metro recorded 1,95,868 journeys on IPL final day, a 66% surge from last week. Services ran until 2:19 AM to handle demand.