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News18
16-06-2025
- Climate
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Rain Woes Trend Online As Mumbai Faces Another Monsoon Meltdown
Last Updated: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and its suburbs. Mumbai was soaked overnight as heavy rains lashed the city from late Sunday into the early hours of Monday, June 16. The downpour began around midnight on June 15, leading to widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and flight delays by morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and its suburbs. Authorities have advised residents to avoid low-lying and coastal areas and to remain cautious while travelling. Several parts of the city are already grappling with flooding, making Monday morning commutes especially challenging. But as always, when it rains in Mumbai, it pours online too. Social media platforms have been flooded with videos and photos as Mumbaikars shared their monsoon experiences in real-time. A user commented, 'Mumbai ko baarish chahiye, but only night shift mein. Morning mein local ka timing mat bigaado yaar (Mumbai needs rain but only during the night shift. Don't mess up the local train timings in the morning, please)." Mumbai ko baarish chahiye but only night shift mein. Morning mein local ka timing mat bigaado yaar Another said, 'Mumbai rains are finally back… A lot of thunderstorms and lightning since yesterday night." Mumbai rains are finally back… Lot of thunderstorms and lightning since yesterday night. #theme_pic_India_monsoon #MumbaiRains — Manda Bendre #MumbaiRains #Mumbai — Say®aJ (@officialSayRaj) June 16, 2025 While some people enjoyed the monsoon vibe, others highlighted the usual problems the rains bring, like waterlogged streets and damaged roads in Mumbai. A person posted a clip of a submerged road and wrote, 'LBS Road, Kurla, underwater Mumbai rains never disappoint." LBS Road, Kurla underwaterMumbai rains never disappoint. #MumbaiRains #Waterlogging #mumbai #rain — Shraddha (슈라다) (@immaturemirror) June 16, 2025 An individual flagged the conditions in Goregaon West, 'P-South Ward – Heavy waterlogging and damaged roads near DLH Park, SV Road, Goregaon West. Commuters and pedestrians are facing daily problems. Please take urgent action to clean drains and repair the road." @mybmc P-South Ward – Heavy waterlogging and damaged roads near DLH Park, SV Road, Goregaon West. Commuters and pedestrians are facing daily problems. Please take urgent action to clean drains and repair the road. Here are some more reactions: Rain Intensity Increased #mumbairains #bombay #rains #TrendingNow #Mumbai — Swedishbeauty11 (@swedishbeauty11) June 16, 2025 Raining heavily now around Lalbaug, Parel, Dadar. #MumbaiRains — Dr. Rahul Baxi (@baxirahul) June 16, 2025 Mumbai skies now #MumbaiRains — Amar Sharma (@chandamar31) June 16, 2025 Meeting my old friend after 13 long years, Mumbai Rains. It's a Love Hate relationship. #MumbaiRains — Dr. Bhavik Panchal (@bhavikpanchal87) June 16, 2025 As Mumbaikars brace for more rains, the city's police have issued an advisory urging people to stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel to high-risk areas. 'In view of the heavy rain alert issued by IMD across Mumbai city and suburbs, citizens are requested to avoid visiting coastal and low-lying areas. Our officials and staff are alert and ready to assist Mumbaikars. Dial 100 / 112 / 103 in case of any emergency," the city police wrote on X. In view of the heavy rain alert issued by IMD across Mumbai city and suburbs, citizens are requested to avoid visiting coastal and low-lying officials and staff are alert and ready to assist Mumbaikars. Dial 100 / 112 / 103 in case of any emergency. #MumbaiRainAlert … — मुंबई पोलीस – Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) June 16, 2025 Train services have also been impacted, with slower speeds implemented as a precautionary measure to prevent derailments or accidents. Commuters are advised to check train schedules before travelling. IndiGo Airlines has issued a travel advisory, confirming delays and temporary disruptions in its flight operations due to the adverse weather conditions. About the Author Buzz Staff A team of writers at bring you stories on what's creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. First Published:
Hans India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Dia Mirza calls for more biodiversity parks to help children bloom
Actor and environmental advocate Dia Mirza shared glimpses of her visit to a lush green space in Mumbai called The Nest, expressing admiration for the way the park has been transformed into a biodiversity hotspot. Calling the visit a 'Monday morning exploration of magical green spaces,' Mirza emphasised the importance of regular interaction with nature, noting its health benefits—from regulating blood pressure and strengthening the immune system to helping children thrive. She praised The Nest for its thoughtful landscaping that incorporates native species, turning the park into a model of ecological restoration within an urban setting. In her post, the 'Sanju' actress also acknowledged the Nature Sky Walk created by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), calling it a step in the right direction for promoting environmental awareness and green living in the city. On Wednesday, Dia Mirza took to her Instagram handle and shared a video of her kids playing in the garden and wrote, 'Monday morning exploration of magical green spaces in #Mumbai Regular interaction with nature helps regulate our blood pressure, strengthens our immune system and grounds us.' 'Our children thrive in nature! @radha82 'The Nest' is such a great example of how a park can be converted into a biodiversity hotspot, simply by mindfully introducing more native species! Love what has been achieved here and believe that this is prototype that can be easily replicated across Mumbai and India. Many congratulations. Hope to keep coming back And the Nature Sky Walk by @mybmc,' she added. Earlier on World Environment Day, Dia had lauded Professor Chetan Singh Solanki—widely known as 'The Solar Man of India'—for his relentless dedication towards the Finite Earth Movement. Highlighting his mission to promote sustainable living, she applauded his continued efforts to inspire climate responsibility across communities. Reinforcing the urgency of environmental action, the 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' actress pointed to stark data from the Global Footprint Network, which reveals that humanity is consuming natural resources 1.7 times faster than Earth's ability to regenerate.
News18
04-06-2025
- Business
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Video Shows Mumbai's Rs 13,000 Crore Coastal Road Tunnel Is ‘Already Cracked'
Last Updated: An individual shared the bad situation of the coastal road tunnel, complaining that the tunnel was cracked and uneven, due to which it's hard to drive smoothly. The newly inaugurated Mumbai Coastal Road, which connects Nariman Point to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, opened to much fanfare. However, it has since drawn criticism from citizens over its condition. Complaints have surfaced about water leakage inside the tunnel and uneven surfaces that make driving difficult—despite the project costing Rs 13,000 crore. Recently, a concerned commuter took to social media to highlight the deteriorating condition of the tunnel. Sharing a video, he pointed out visible cracks and rough patches, questioning the quality of the construction. Tagging relevant authorities, he asked, 'This is Mumbai's brand new Rs 13,000 crore coastal road tunnel. Already cracked, patched and so uneven it's uncomfortable to drive on. This is what 'world-class infrastructure' looks like. Who is to be held accountable?" The post has sparked a fresh wave of concern among citizens, who are now demanding accountability and urgent repairs from civic bodies. This is Mumbai's brand new ₹13,000 crore coastal road cracked, patched, and so uneven it's uncomfortable to drive is what 'world-class infrastructure" looks like? Who is to be held accountable? @CMOMaharashtra @PMOIndia @mybmc @larsentoubro #Mumbai … — Eternal Drift (@drifteternal_) June 3, 2025 After the video went online, many agreed with him and raised concerns about the road's quality. However, some felt he was over-exaggerating the issue. Reacting to the post, a user wrote, 'This part of the Coastal Road Tunnel is 'Intentionally' designed by esteemed babu's and engineers to include Bumps, Surface 'rumbles' and Jerks. To deter rash driving and zero accidents." 'The construction quality of Indian roads is not up to international standards. If you have seen how smooth the roads and flyovers in Dubai are, you will think how what civil checks Indian roads pass. The civil engineers and contractors all should be sacked. It's just corruption," a comment read. An individual stated, 'I used it two times a day, the tunnel surface is uneven, each lane is different. One of the lanes in the north bound is the most uneven. Absolutely a time saver, but brand-new construction should not be uneven. I think it was finished in a hurry to meet opening dates." Another mentioned, 'I drove a few times, there's no discomfort, it's a breeze. Stop complaining." One more added, 'Sorry but I travelled on it last week twice and found the roads smooth, unlike the other roads of the city. No patchwork or leakage was seen." Back in March, when the individual spoke about similar problems with the tunnel, the BMC responded by saying that they had already fixed the water leakages using the proper method. They also mentioned that they regularly check and maintain the tunnel, especially during night hours, to make sure everything stays in good condition. First Published:
News18
21-05-2025
- Climate
- News18
Pre-Monsoon Rains Disrupt Mumbai Traffic; Streets Waterlogged, Andheri Subway Shut
Last Updated: Heavy pre-monsoon rain hit parts of Mumbai on Tuesday, causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions, especially in Andheri. More rain with thunderstorms are on the forecast. Parts of Mumbai and its suburbs received heavy rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm and lightning on Tuesday evening, leading to waterlogging at many places, including an Andheri subway, thus affecting traffic. According to officials, there was one incident of a tree falling and one of a short circuit in the metropolis. However, no injuries were reported due to the same. Multiple videos on social media showed waterlogging at some places in the city after a heavy downpour. Little Bit Of Mumbai Rains And We Have Water Logging At SAKI NAKAWhere Else ? @mybmc — khalid Chougle (@ChougleKhalid) May 20, 2025 A video also claimed to show the waterlogged Andheri subway, which was reportedly shut. 🚨 Just in: Andheri Subway is closed amid very heavy rains causing major Waterlogging in Mumbai ⛈️⚠️Stay indoors, Mumbaikars! #MumbaiRains — Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) May 20, 2025 Suburban train commuters claimed local services were running with some delays, though Railway authorities said they were unaffected. PRE-MONSOON RAIN HIGHER IN SUBURBS According to officials, the intensity of the pre-monsoon rain was higher in the eastern and western suburbs of Mumbai as compared to the city, which received only light showers. In western suburbs, Jogeshwari received the highest rainfall of 63 mm, followed by 57 mm in Andheri (Malpa Dongri) and 40 mm in Andheri (East) by 8 pm, informed the officials. In the eastern suburbs, Powai received the highest 38 mm rainfall, followed by 29 mm in Bhandup (S ward office) and 27 mm in Tembhi Pada, they said. Light to moderate rainfall was recorded in the metropolis between 8 pm and 11 pm, with western suburbs receiving the highest precipitation, according to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials. The island city recorded an average rainfall of 12.86 mm, while eastern and western suburbs received 15.65 mm and 26.63 mm rainfall, respectively, in three hours, they said. MAHARASHTRA WEATHER FORECAST Parts of Maharashtra may witness heavy rain with thunder and gusty winds between May 21 and 24, following a cyclonic circulation which is likely to form over the east-central Arabian Sea off the Karnataka coast, the Met department said. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Mumbai, issued a release on Tuesday evening stating that a low-pressure area is likely to form over the same region around May 22, and thereafter, it may move northwards and intensify further. Met department official Shubhangi Bhute said rainfall activity over Maharashtra may increase between May 21 and May 24 under the influence of the cyclonic circulation. The weather system is expected to impact parts of Maharashtra, including south Konkan, south central Maharashtra and Mumbai, she said. 'There is a possibility of heavy rainfall with thunder at some places, accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph or possibly higher at isolated locations," Bhute told news agency PTI. First Published: May 21, 2025, 07:11 IST
News18
13-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Mumbai's New Cable-Stayed Reay Road Bridge Inaugurated, Set To Cut Commuters Time By 30 Minutes
Last Updated: The Reay Road bridge, built at a cost of Rs 273 crore, is Mumbai's first land-based cable-stayed bridge Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday inaugurated the newly constructed Reay Road Road Over Bridge (ROB), aimed at easing east-west traffic congestion in South Mumbai. The inauguration took place at 7 pm and was part of a dual launch, which also included the Titwala ROB, Mid-Day reported. The Reay Road bridge, built at a cost of Rs 273 crore, is Mumbai's first land-based cable-stayed bridge. It stretches 385 metres and connects Mahul Road near the Eastern Freeway to Barrister Nath Pai Marg in Byculla. With six lanes and two ramps, the bridge is expected to cut travel time by up to 30 minutes for daily commuters. It passes over the Harbour railway line, offering crucial connectivity between Byculla East and Mazgaon. The bridge, constructed by the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (MRIDC), was completed in over two years, with work beginning in February 2022. The design, featuring six pairs of supporting cables, draws inspiration from the iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Meanwhile, Congress leader Varsha Eknath Gaikwad flagged design flaws, stating that the bridge is not aligned with the iconic station and lacks both footpaths and pedestrian access. In a post on X, the Congress Mumbai North-Central MP wrote: 'Another Masterpiece by the Misaligned Mahayuti! The new Reay Road bridge is not aligned with the iconic station. No footpaths, no access to pedestrians. Basically a bridge made for @mybmc and its contractors' convenience! Infrastructure in Mumbai is not for the people but for the BMC's contractors!" 'As usual no one will be fined or taken to task, instead they will clamour to take credit!," she added. However, the bridge's inauguration has not been without controversy. Congress MP Varsha Eknath Gaikwad criticised the MahaYuti government, led by the BJP, for what she called 'misaligned planning." Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Gaikwad wrote, 'Another Masterpiece by the Misaligned Mahayuti! The new Reay Road bridge is not aligned with the iconic station. No footpaths, no access to pedestrians. Basically a bridge made for @mybmc and its contractors' convenience!" A social media user also pointed out the alignment issue, raising concerns over the bridge's design. 'Well said, @VarshaEGaikwad Tai. Reay Road Bridge seems like a case study in 'Contractor Convenience Engineering"—no alignment with the station, no footpaths, and no concern for commuters. Will this too end up like Gokhale Bridge—full of photo-ops, zero accountability? Public money, private comfort. Infrastructure for whom, exactly?," he wrote. Well said, @VarshaEGaikwad Tai. Reay Road Bridge seems like a case study in 'Contractor Convenience Engineering"—no alignment with the station, no footpaths, and no concern for this too end up like Gokhale Bridge—full of photo-ops, zero accountability? Public… — Bharat Soni (@BharatJSoni) May 13, 2025 The original Reay Road bridge was demolished by the authorities after an IIT assessment declared it unsafe. First Published: May 13, 2025, 22:00 IST
