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There are no specific laws for running hookah parlours.

No laws, permits required to run a hookah parlour?

A Jogeshwari resident had filed an RTI seeking information about laws regarding the hookah parlours in the city.

18 Sep 2017 1:37 AM

The only dispute is with the frontline buildings at Marine Drive and Oval Maidan, which can be raised only up to 32 metres,” said Mr Shahpuri.

Locals oppose UNESCO tag

UN body’s guidelines don’t apply to all Marine Drive bldgs, claim residents.

17 Sep 2017 1:37 AM

The Ghatkopar building collapse killed 17 people.

Mumbai: Collapse survivors get accomodation

The affected families have been offered tenements in a Slum Rehab- ilitation Authority building at Bhandup.

15 Sep 2017 2:57 AM

The parents protested outside the BMC’s education department office in Dadar.

No uniforms, ID cards since 3 months for RTE students

The parents were seen complaining that their children feel left out at the school, as they don’t have uniforms similar to their classmates.

14 Sep 2017 1:25 AM

The high court was hearing a petition over dilapidated buildings in the city.

Bombay HC tells BMC to organise civic cases

The court also expressed dissatisfaction over the steps taken by the BMC to organise court cases.

09 Sep 2017 2:18 AM

Potholes re-emerge on a road in Andheri after heavy rains on August 29. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Roads are in pathetic state, say civic activists

Terming it a blatant lie, they have said that roads in all parts of the city are in a pathetic state after the heavy rains last week.

09 Sep 2017 2:03 AM

Attend city floods’ hearing PIL, high court tells SG, AG

The PIL also sought directions to BMC to ensure improvement of infrastructure to cope with flooding.

08 Sep 2017 2:25 AM

Fire brigade officers at the site of the incident. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Juhu fire: Building developer booked

He illegally allowed gas connection to victims’ accommodation.

08 Sep 2017 1:22 AM

120 trees will be chopped off right away.

More than 400 trees to be axed in East Suburbs

Due to lack of proper information, no action is taken against those who have flouted the rules regarding planting of trees.

07 Sep 2017 2:28 AM

Thousands throng to Mumbai's streets as the city's favourite Lord Ganesha is taken amidst long processions to be immersed. (Photo: DC/Debasish Dey)

15 killed during immersion of Ganesh idols in Maharashtra

Around 7,000 'sarvajanik' (public) idols and over 33,000 home idols were immersed in Mumbai till 7 am Wednesday at various spots.

06 Sep 2017 1:19 PM

The Mumbai Police has taken this step to maintain peaceful environment and avoid unwelcome situations in the city. (Photo: Representational/File)

Elaborate arrangements in place for smooth Ganesh 'visarjan' in Mumbai

As many as 9,000 BMC employees will be working to oversee the immersion.

04 Sep 2017 9:13 PM

Renowned doctor’s body found near Worli seaface

The doctor had abandoned his car and decided to walk a stretch of 10 minutes from near the Elphinstone Road railway station.

01 Sep 2017 1:28 AM

The building in suburban Sakinaka collapsed at around 5:35 pm. (Photo: File)

1 dead, 2 injured in building collapse in Mumbai

A JCB machine and a Poclain equipment, which were being used for demolition, were also under the rubble.

27 Aug 2017 11:17 AM

The BMC has said strict action will be taken if there are complaints of harassment of buyers.

BMC issues gate passes to curb Deonar rackets

The gate pass while allowing buyers an easy exit from the premise will also serve as a proof of the animal being brought legitimately.

27 Aug 2017 1:36 AM

According to the state, a committee formed in 2012 to find a solution on the same issue had said in its report that temporary abattoirs for buffaloes should not be provided in the city.

Maharashtra opposes stopgap abattoirs

Petitioners wanted slaughterhouses set up within city limits during Bakri Id.

27 Aug 2017 1:27 AM

The bus strike would put citizens to inconvenience as 'Raksha Bandhan' is being celebrated on Monday. (Photo: File)

BEST buses to stay off roads on Monday, workers to strike

Around nine unions of the BEST formed an action committee, which has been holding talks with the administration.

07 Aug 2017 8:36 AM

Soon, app to give nod for Id goat sacrifice

The app will be launched on August 21.

07 Aug 2017 1:38 AM

The Ghatkopar building’s collapse this week had resulted in the death of 18 people.

Cops doubt BMC will give plan

Waiting for 3 days for civic body to comply with blueprint of collapsed building.

30 Jul 2017 1:33 AM

The opposition in Maharashtra Assembly stuck to its demand for an immediate discussion on the incident and forced the three adjournments of the House, rejecting the government's proposal to discuss the matter later in the day. (Photo: File)

Building collapse echoes Maharashtra Assembly

Leader of the Opposition, said the BMC has become 'a private limited company' which protects the interest of a handful of people.

26 Jul 2017 6:15 PM

The silent protest against the civic authorities. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Silent protest held to back RJ

The controversy erupted after the BMC sent notice to RJ Malishka over potential mosquito breeding spot at her home in Bandra.

23 Jul 2017 2:04 AM

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