Ganeshotsav

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I request people not to protest for the reopening of temples and other places. If you want to protest, protest against the coronavirus, says Thackeray. — ANI

Easing of COVID restrictions will be based on availability of oxygen: Uddhav Thackeray

Opposition raises clamour for opening of temples but the government seems wary about Covid third wave

05 Sep 2021 11:57 PM

Ganeshotsav are Mumbai's cultural identity. (PTI)

Ganeshotsav in times of COVID-19: Only five people allowed in arrival and immersion procession, says BMC

This year, Ganeshotsav starts from August 22.

24 Jul 2020 12:38 PM

Ganeshotsav, the most popular festival in Maharahstra, will be a low-key affair this year due to Covid-19 pandemic. (PTI photo)

Ganeshotsav in Mumbai will be low-key affair this year

Brihanmumbai Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Samanvay Samiti issued guidelines to more than 11,000 Ganesh Mandals in the city

19 Jun 2020 12:19 PM

Officials said that visarjans in artificial ponds constituted around 10 per cent of the total immersions on an average across Mumbai, which they claim is a positive shift.

City records rise in eco-friendly visarjans

According to the BMC, 3,777 idols were immersed in artificial ponds on the last day of Ganesh Visarjan.

14 Sep 2019 2:10 AM

The sense of harmony between the Hindu and Muslim communities is palpable at Baiganwadi’s plot number 24.

Pandal unites Hindus, Muslims in Govandi

A group of Muslims on Monday were seen attending the speech delivered by the priest on the incidents that happened 1,400 years ago during Muharram.

10 Sep 2019 3:42 AM

Tribal Tadka also hosts ‘Tribal Lunches’ for Mumbaikars to taste the traditional food and know more about Aarey.

Cause for conservation

A tribal women’s initiative in Aarey Colony aims to spread the word about the ongoing aarey Forest crisis.

08 Sep 2019 12:46 AM

The average seasonal rainfall between June and September is 2,317.2 mm while the average annual rainfall is 2,514 mm, as per IMD data. The Colaba observatory has recorded 2162.2 mm rain from June 1 to September 5. (Photot: Rajesh Jadhav)

Mumbai surpassed average seasonal rainfall in September alone

While the city has been witnessing torrential rain, five other places in the state, too, have recorded more than 100 mm rain in 24 hours.

06 Sep 2019 4:33 AM

Some families, however, have found a way to continue their traditions.

Metro-hit mandal brings Bappa home

The Metro 3 corridor passes through the Girgaon and Kalbadevi, from where at least 541 families have been shifted to temporary locations.

02 Sep 2019 1:28 AM

The pearl and seashell Ganpati at Makba Chawl. (Photo: AA)

Mumbai welcomes Ganpati Bappa

Mandals themed on Chandrayaan-2, Ram Mandir latest attractions.

02 Sep 2019 1:27 AM

Vijay Khatu putting final touches on an idol

An ode to her father

Two years ago, for the first time, Reshma stepped into her father’s shoes, and since then she hasn’t looked back.

01 Sep 2019 12:16 AM

As the whole state of Maharashtra reverberates with anticipation of its most-awaited festival Ganeshotsav, one can see bands of youngsters huddled under city flyovers and open spaces, practicing for the ten-day event.

Rocking to a different beat

A combination of percussion instruments - Dhol-tasha has a leather coating and is played with a bamboo stick.

01 Sep 2019 12:08 AM

This Ganeshotsav too, expect roads to be dug up for erecting pandals. Reason: While the BMC has permitted around 2,500 out of the 2,700 registered Ganesh mandals to erect pandals.

50 errant Ganesh mandals permitted to erect pandals

The maximum number of Ganesh mandals are located in South Mumbai areas.

25 Aug 2019 3:46 AM

‘Green Ganesha’ takes over city

Eco-friendly Ganesha idols are made of papier-mâché and clay.

23 Aug 2019 6:14 AM

The BMC has extended the deadline for online applications for erecting pandals.

Don’t dance on weak bridges: BMC

The audit found 29 bridges to be “extremely dangerous” requiring immediate demolition.

17 Aug 2019 2:18 AM

Mumbai opens heart to Lord Ganesha

Chinchpokli Ganeshotsav Mandal, which is celebrating its centenary this year, is donating Rs 5 lakh from its coffers to victims in Sangli.

12 Aug 2019 3:37 AM

The same has been observed at the Dadar beach too this time, however in very few numbers.

Group collects 200 Ganesh idols from Dadar beach

Meanwhile, the BMC will be collecting the idols from the group.

23 Sep 2018 4:31 AM

Mandals denied permits fail to get relief from BMC

BMC’s decision will deprive 281 mandals of celebrating Ganeshotsav.

11 Sep 2018 6:18 AM

Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee (Photo: File | PTI)

Ganeshotsav to focus on former PM’s memories

BJP hopes to keep Vajpayee’s memories alive among his voters

09 Sep 2018 5:18 AM

The noise levels should also be kept not beyond 55 decibels during the day.

Mandals told to adhere to strict rules

The main focus of the code has been the noise pollution issue, asking mandals to follow high court guidelines.

07 Sep 2018 1:48 AM

As part of their plans, tourists can study and participate in various aspects of Indian culture and rituals.

Maha sets up special pavilion for tourists

They will also get to experience the 126-year-old heritage of Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav.

05 Sep 2018 2:26 AM

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