Do you know what the stars hold for you in terms of love life, career, business and personal wellness? Well, read on to know your astrological predictions as per your zodiac sign. AriesMarch 21 – April 19Take a practical approach to any challenge at work, and pay attention to advice from a senior or mentor. Be very careful while handling family finances and investments.Health tip: This is a good time to work on getting rid of any habits that are not good for you. Make sure you drink enough water, especially if you are outdoors frequently. TaurusApril 20 – May 20Those having a competitive situation at work should be clear about the outcome they want. Health tip: Make small changes in your diet or exercise rather than going extreme. Those with high blood pressure should take extra care of themselves. GeminiMay 21 – June 20Avoid getting into arguments with family and close friends. This is a good time for those with international clients and projects, but stick to deadlines very carefully. Health tip: Avoid taking any unnecessary medication or supplements. Seniors, especially those with any chronic illness, need to take extra care of themselves. CancerJune 21 – July 22Try not to go back to any situation that created conflict and stress. This is a positive time for property matters, as long as you have done your research.Health tip: Make a commitment to improving habits, and maintaining a disciplined routine. Seniors must take their prescribed medications on time. LeoJuly 23 – Aug 22 Pay attention to close relationships, no matter how busy you are. Those dealing with any legal situation should be very clear about minute legalities that could make a difference.Health tip: Make healthier choices even when you are eating outside food. Take extra care of your spine, as you could injure yourself. VirgoAug 23 – Sept 22Be very clear with the outcome you want before getting into any meeting, interview or negotiation. Handle annoying people in a diplomatic manner.Health tip: Avoid taking health advice from anyone unqualified, and listen to your own body. Make small lifestyle changes that are sustainable in the long term. LibraSept 23 – Oct 22Look beyond appearances and avoid getting into any kind of conflict or arguments. Check and recheck all paperwork and documents, especially for a legal issue.Health tip: Those with kidney related health issues need to take good care of themselves. Be careful while driving, as you could be accident prone. ScorpioOct 23 – Nov 21Deal with issues from the past rather than ignoring it. Those on a budget would need to be mindful regarding their spending, especially while socialising with friends.Health tip: Commit to improving your health without choosing extremes. Those who are prone to throat infections should take extra care. SagittariusNov 22 – Dec 21Handle anyone you can’t trust, carefully. Put in your best at work, and try and learn from others, even if you feel you know it all!Health tip: Make a commitment to working on a habit that you know is not good for you. Those prone to headaches and migraines need to take a little extra care of themselves. CapricornDec 22 – Jan 19Make time for friends, but try not to over-socialise so as to neglect other personal matters. This is a good time for businessmen to get an investor or a business loan.Health tip: Those prone to coughs and throat infections need to take extra care of themselves. Make sure you drink enough water. AquariusJan 20 – Feb 18Avoid making impulsive decisions, especially if they have long term consequences. Those with a difficult boss need to make sure they stay on their good side.Health tip: Maintain a healthy lifestyle as a priority, even if it is not fun. Seniors should get a complete health check done if they have not in a while. PiscesFeb 19 – March 21Handle finances without juggling investments too much. This is a good time for singles, especially those who are clear about what they are looking for in a match.Health tip: Make sure you get enough sleep, and don’t neglect any health issue. Those who want to make any changes in their food habits should do so gradually.
27 April,2025 02:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Aparna BoseMumbai Police on Saturday issued a traffic advisory for residents and motorists in Ghatkopar area as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) began water supply repair works on April 26. In a traffic notification, Mumbai Police said, "In Ghatkopar Traffic Division, as pipeline repair work will be carried out by the BMC Water Department at Khairani Road, near Tukaram Bridge, Asalfa, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, a hydra crane will be installed at the said location." Earlier this week, the BMC had announced water supply repair works to be undertaken in Ghatkopar (West) area of Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday. The repair works will be undertaken from 10 am on Saturday for a 24-hour period, the Mumbai civic body said, adding that the water supply in some parts of the N and L Wards of the BMC will be suspended during this period. The traffic notification said that the vehicles going towards Ghatkopar via Jangleswar Road and from Ghatkopar to Sakinaka will be completely closed, and hence it is necessary to divert this traffic to an alternative route. Following order is being issued. Road Closure - Khairani Road will be closed to all types of vehicular traffic near Tukaram Bridge, to go from Tukaram Bridge towards Saki Naka and from Khairani Road to Tukaram Bridge towards Ghatkopar. Alternate Route - - Traffic going towards Ghatkopar via Jungleshwar Road will proceed via Khairani Road till Saki Vihar Road and from there it will take a left turn till Sakinaka Junction and again will take a left turn and proceed towards Ghatkopar via Andheri-Ghatkopar Link Road. - Traffic going from Ghatkopar to Saki Naka via Jangleshwar Road will proceed via Andheri-Ghatkopar Link Road till Sakinaka Junction, and will take a right turn towards Khairani Junction and then will take a right turn and proceed via Khairani Road. "The above order will be in force from date 26/04/2025 time 23.55 hrs till 27/04/2025 05.00 am," the police notification said. एन विभाग, घाटकोपर (पश्चिम) येथे पाणीपुरवठ्याच्या कामांसाठी २६ एप्रिल रोजी सकाळी १० वाजल्यापासून ते २७ एप्रिल सकाळी १० वाजेपर्यंत पाणीपुरवठा खंडित राहणार असून, नागरिकांना आवाहन करण्यात येते की, वेळेत पाण्याचा साठा करून पाणी काटकसरीने वापरावे. pic.twitter.com/ZyCVnNifvC — WARD N BMC (@mybmcWardN) April 25, 2025 Meanwhile, the civic body urged residents in the affected areas to use water sparingly and cooperate with the municipal administration during the Ghatkopar water cut. Water supply affected following areas- N Ward: Supply to be disrupted on April 26 in the following areas- Bhatwadi, Barvenagar, Municipal Colony – A to K, Kajutekadi, Ramji Nagar, Ram Joshi Marg, Azad Nagar, Akbar Lala Compound, Parshiwadi, Sonia Gandhi Nagar, Namdar Balasaheb Desai Colony, Anandgad Water Tank and Pumping Station areas, Shankar Mandir, Ram Nagar, Hanuman Mandir, Rahul Nagar, Kailas Nagar, Sanjay Gandhi Nagar, Varsha Nagar, Jay Malhar Nagar, Khadoba Tekdi, Ram Nagar Water Tank and Pumping Station areas, D and C Municipal Colony, Raigad Division, Vikroli Park Site (part), Subhash Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Yashwant Nagar, Industrial Colony Road, Gavdevi, Pathan Chawl, Amrut Nagar, Indira Nagar - 1, Aminabai Chawl and part of Sainath Nagar, Ganesh Nagar, Sagar Park, Jagdusha Nagar, Maulana Sankul, Katodipada, Bhimanagar, Indira Nagar - 2, Altafnagar, Gilda Nagar, Golibar Road, Sevanagar, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Colony, Mazgaon Dock Colony, Amrut Nagar and surrounding areas, Gangawadi Entry Gate No. 2, Siddharth Nagar, and Ambedkar Nagar, Jawaharbhai Plot, Suraksha Nagar, Navin Dayasagar, Part of Patidar Wadi, Rear of Radhakrishna Hotel, Parts of Gangawadi area in Ghatkopar. L Ward: Supply to be disrupted on April 26 in the following areas- Asalfa Village, NSS Road, Homeguard Colony, Narayan Nagar, Sane Guruji Pumping Station, Hill No. 3, Ashok Nagar, Himalaya Society, Sanjay Nagar, Samta Nagar, Gaiban Shah Baba Dargah Road L Ward: Supply to be disrupted in following areas on Sunday, April 27 Sangharsh Nagar, Khairani Road, Yadav Nagar, J.M.M. Road, Lakshminarayan Mandir Road, Kulkarni Wadi, Mohili Water Pipeline, Bhanushali Wadi, Pereira Wadi.
26 April,2025 11:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Asif RizviMaharashtra’s Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam on Saturday said that around 5,000 Pakistani nationals are residing in the state, including 1,000 on short term visas who have been asked to leave the country as per the Centre's directives, reported the PTI. In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India has taken a firm stance against Pakistani nationals present in the country. Some are residing in India since the last 8-10 years, some are married and some are those who have surrendered their Pakistani passport and applied for Indian citizenship, he said, according to the PTI. "According to my estimate there could be 4,000 long term visas of which 1,000 are the SAARC visa, those who have come to the state for film work, medical ground, journalism, personal work," Yogesh Kadam said, the news agency reported. The ones with short-term visas have been asked to leave by April 27, while those with medical visas have been given two more days to leave, he said on Saturday. Following the horrific Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 persons were killed, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that all existing valid visas issued by India to Pakistani nationals stand revoked with effect from April 27, while medical visas issued to them will be valid only till April 29. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said that the process of expelling Pakistani citizens from India in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack has begun and legal action will be taken against such individuals overstaying in the state, reported the PTI. CM Fadnavis condemned the killing of innocent tourists and said the Modi government will give a befitting reply. The chief minister met the families of two friends from Pune- Kaustubh Ganbote and Santosh Jagdale- who were killed in the April 22 terror attack. "I met the family members of those killed in the terror attack. The description of the incident narrated by Asawari Jagdale (daughter of one of the victims) is disturbing. I don't want to say anything to those speaking out of turn on the (Pahalgam) incident, according to the PTI. "Our resolution to fight against terrorism has become even stronger. Help will be provided to the six families from Maharashtra," he told reporters. The chief minister visited Ganbote's residence in Kondhwa area and consoled his wife Sangita, who survived the terror attack. He then headed to Jagdale's residence in Karvenagar and spoke to Jagdale's daughter Asavari and wife Pratibha, the news agency reported. He said legal action will be taken against Pakistani nationals overstaying in Maharashtra. "Those Pakistanis who are illegally staying in the country will be found soon. The process of expelling Pakistani citizens from the country has begun. The Centre has already decided to suspend the visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect, along with revocation of all existing valid visas issued to Pakistanis," CM Fadnavis added, according to the PTI. (with PTI inputs)
26 April,2025 10:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid the Uddhav-Raj Thackeray reunion buzz, the Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday said that it was time to unite in the interest of Mumbai and Maharashtra, reported the PTI. The Shiv Sena (UBT) said that the party workers were ready to unite to protect the Marathi pride. The party made the statement in a cryptic post on social media. "Time has come to unite for the interest of Mumbai and Maharashtra. Shivsainiks are ready to protect Marathi 'asmita' (pride)," the Shiv Sena (UBT) said in a post on X. वेळ आलीयं, एकत्र येण्याचीमुंबई आणि महाराष्ट्रासाठीशिवसैनिक तयार आहे,मराठी अस्मितेच्या रक्षणासाठी! pic.twitter.com/aukbsiNPK5 — ShivSena - शिवसेना Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (@ShivSenaUBT_) April 26, 2025 Last week, Raj Thackeray sparked speculation about a potential political rapprochement with his cousin and Uddhav Thackeray, noting their past differences are 'trivial' and uniting for the greater good of 'Marathi manoos' is not a difficult task. To this, Uddhav Thackeray had said that he is ready to put aside trivial fights provided those working against Maharashtra's interests will not be entertained. Asked about the possibility of an alliance between the Sena (UBT) and MNS, BJP state president and Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said, "It is their prerogative to come together or form an alliance. We have no problem," according to the PTI. Meanwhile, earlier this week, the Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece 'Saamana' on Monday said that there will be no question of "any issue" between party chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS president Raj Thackeray if the latter keeps away from the BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, reported the PTI. An editorial in Saamana also claimed the possibility of rapprochement between Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray has rattled "Maharashtra baiters". Thackeray cousins-- Uddhav and Raj have sparked speculation about a possible reconciliation with statements indicating they could ignore "trivial issues" and join hands nearly two decades after a bitter parting of ways. Earlier, while the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray had said that uniting in the interests of 'Marathi manoos' is not difficult, former CM Uddhav Thackeray said that he was ready to put aside trivial fights, provided that those working against Maharashtra's interests were not entertained. According to the PTI, the editorial in Saamana said the issues referred to by Raj Thackeray were never known to the public. (with PTI inputs)
26 April,2025 10:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHours after residents staged rasta rokos protesting the planned demolition of the Elphinstone Bridge without their rehabilitation demands being addressed, local MLA Kalidas Kolambakar assured them that he had spoken with the Chief Minister. He confirmed that the bridge would not be shut down until the authorities address their concerns on Monday. As a result, the bridge may remain open until then. High Tension at Elphinstone Bridge Emotions ran high on Friday evening at the Elphinstone Bridge—also known as Karol Bridge—as agitated locals blocked traffic by staging multiple rasta rokos. Authorities, who had initially planned to shut the bridge at 9 PM, were forced to delay the closure until midnight due to mounting pressure from the protestors. Traffic Chaos on Alternate Routes Alternate east-west routes like the Currey Road Bridge, Delisle Road Bridge in Lower Parel, and the Tilak Bridge in Dadar are witnessing increased congestion. Traffic authorities anticipate the situation will worsen on Monday, the first full working day following the closure. Phased Shutdown Begins The shutdown began in phases at 6 PM on Friday. Authorities first diverted private vehicles, followed by ambulances, and eventually public transport and two-wheelers. The closure is expected to significantly impact access to key hospitals in the area, including K.E.M., Wadia, and Tata Memorial. Demolition and Reconstruction Plans The bridge’s demolition will proceed in phases. The MMRDA is responsible for dismantling the non-railway section, while the railway portion will be handled by the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (MahaRail or MRIDC). While MMRDA has already submitted its dismantling plan, MahaRail admitted that its demolition blueprint for the railway portion is still being finalised. Railways Yet to Finalise Demolition Plan In a surprising revelation, MahaRail acknowledged that it has not yet finalised a demolition strategy in consultation with the zonal railways, even though the bridge closure commenced on Friday night. Foot Overbridge Still Incomplete Despite traffic diversion plans being rolled out, a crucial pedestrian foot overbridge between Parel and Prabhadevi remains incomplete. As reported by mid-day earlier this month, the bridge ends abruptly mid-air, continuing to pose a major inconvenience for pedestrians.
26 April,2025 06:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe much-debated closure of Elphinstone Bridge has finally been confirmed, sparking a wave of concern among local residents and commuters alike. The traffic department has officially given the green light for the bridge to be shut down from tonight. The closure is set to last two years and is expected to significantly impact travel routes, emergency access, and the lives of local residents and businesses. Elphinstone Bridge, which is due to be revamped, will be shut for two years from Friday night After several postponements, we have finally granted the NOC for road closure, effective from the night of April 25, for a period of two years. While the official closure time is 9 pm, we will begin slowing traffic from 6 pm itself. Private vehicles will not be permitted after 6 pm, and only emergency vehicles such as ambulances and fire brigades will be allowed. From 9 pm, the road will be completely closed for all activities,” said Anil Kumbhare, joint commissioner of police, traffic. Mixed reactions Residents in nearby areas expressed mixed feelings. While they aren’t opposed to development, they’re deeply concerned about the disruption to daily life. “Development is important. But must it always come at the cost of residents’ convenience and livelihoods? For now, our kids are on vacation, but schools will reopen in June. How are we supposed to drop them off when the suggested alternate route—Currey Road Bridge—is functional only one way at different times of the day?” asked Ashfaque Moharamkhan, 38, a Parel resident. Evacuation fears grow Residents worry more about forced evacuation than the bridge itself. “The countdown begins the day demolition starts. The MMRDA has already mentioned the spot inside our building premises for a bridge pillar. Sooner or later, we’ll be relocated. But where? They talk about shifting us to Kurla or Grant Road. Our children study here, and we’ve lived here all our lives,” said Rabiya Munaf Thakur, 40, a resident of Haaji Noorani. She added, “They’re offering just Rs 20 to Rs 40 lakh for flats in a prime area while giving pucca homes for free to nearby slum dwellers. How is that fair?” The structure a day before its demolition. Pics/Ashish Raje Locals also questioned the timing of demolition without a clear rehab plan. “We neither have the funds to move nor a fair offer from the government. If we’re forced out, we’ll have to go to court. This will only lead to stay orders and further delay the project,” said Akshay Dilip Sutar, 32. “Why the rush?” asked Thakur. “The Currey Road Bridge only works one way at a time, and the Tilak Bridge is already under partial construction. Closing this bridge will overload the remaining two.” Health concerns Shweta Gurav fears an increase in pollution during the reconstruction (right) Akshay Sutar warns of legal battles if locals are forcibly evacuated Parel residents also flagged potential health impacts. “Pollution levels have already risen due to ongoing constructions. Once this project starts, noise and dust pollution will skyrocket. Seniors, kids and the working population will suffer. Plus, the bridge’s closure affects access to three major hospitals nearby,” said Shweta Gurav, 55. Business affected Local businesses fear losses due to reduced footfall. “Two years is a long time. I expect a 50 per cent drop in customers, which means a 50 per cent drop in income,” said Padmanabh Shetty, manager at Prarthana Hotel, located next to the bridge.
26 April,2025 06:08 PM IST | Mumbai | Ritika GondhalekarMaharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik on Friday night stated that India will take firm action in retaliation for the "cowardly" terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 people, the majority of whom were tourists from other states. Three of the victims – Sanjay Lele, Hemant Joshi, and Atul Mone – were from Dombivli in Thane, which is also Naik's home district. "This was not merely an attack on tourists, but a direct assault on the very soul of our nation," the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) minister said, warning that India would not remain silent in the face of such violence. Naik visited the families of Lele, Joshi, and Mone to offer his condolences and support, news agency PTI reported. काश्मीर मधील पहलगाम येथे झालेल्या भ्याड दहशतवादी हल्ल्यामध्ये डोंबिवली येथील स्व. अतुलजी मोने, स्व. संजयजी लेले व स्व. हेमंत जी जोशी यांच्या कुटुंबीयांची सांत्वन पर भेट घेऊन संवेदना व्यक्त केली. या हल्ल्यामध्ये ज्यांनी आपले प्राण गमावले त्यांच्या कुटुंबियांसाठी हा अत्यंत कठीण काळ… — Ganesh Naik (@NaikSpeaks) April 25, 2025 Speaking to the media later, Naik reaffirmed that all of India’s military forces had been put on high alert and that the country was prepared to take decisive action. "Unless Pakistan is made to pay for this cowardly act, the nation and its people will not find peace," the minister said, adding, "This is not an ordinary incident... it marks a turning point." Describing the Pahalgam terror attack as a grave assault not only on innocent lives but on the spirit of the nation, Naik assured that India’s leadership would ensure the perpetrators faced justice. "The people of India are united against terrorism. This unity is our strength, and the message is clear – we will not let this go unanswered," he stated. The BJP leader also condemned the alleged communal motive behind Pahalgam terror attack, which saw terrorists specifically target victims based on their religion. "There is no place for politics here. The terrorists murdered innocent people. The nation must respond not with division, but with unity," Naik emphasised. He also expressed confidence that the collective anger and grief of the Indian people would translate into determined national action. "This wave of solidarity from across the country will ensure that such evil forces are held accountable. The people of this nation have spoken with one voice, and that voice demands justice," said Naik. (With PTI inputs)
26 April,2025 05:40 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentA fireman sustained injuries in a blaze that erupted a plywood factory-cum-godown in Maharashtra's Thane district in the wee hours of Saturday, an official said, reported news agency PTI. The fire erupted in the three-storey structure at Rahnal village in Bhiwandi around 3.30 am, and the firefighting operation was still underway, the official said, reported PTI. Rajesh Pawar, chief fire officer of the Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporation (BNMC), said the injured firefighter has been admitted to a hospital with leg fractures, and his condition is stable, reported PTI. A fire broke out at a plywood factory-godown in Bhiwandi’s Rahnal village around 3.30 am today. One firefighter sustained leg fractures and is stable. Firefighting operations are ongoing due to massive fire load.Courtesy: Himanshu Mukherjee#Bhiwandi #ThaneNews #FireIncident… pic.twitter.com/MThlh3jkOS — Mid Day (@mid_day) April 26, 2025 He said the fire quickly engulfed the structure due to the highly combustible stock of plywood stored inside, and local fire teams, along with the disaster management cell, rushed to the scene after receiving the alert. Four fire engines are at the site to douse the flames. Pawar said, "This is a difficult operation. The fire cannot be fully contained for at least another day, as the godown is packed with plywood. The fire load is massive," reported PTI. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, he said, adding that people have been asked to avoid the area. One dead, six suffer from suffocation in fire at residential building in Mumbai A 34-year-old woman died, while six others, among them two children, suffered from suffocation as a fire erupted in an apartment at a residential complex in Andheri on Saturday, officials said. The blaze broke out in a flat on the first floor of the eight-storey Broke Land building in the Lokhandwala Complex area around 2.40 am, they said. A civic official said one of the residents, Abhina Sanjanwala, died due to suffocation, and doctors declared her dead at Kokilaben Hospital. He said other affected persons, including a 10-day-old infant and a three-year-old child, were rushed to the hospital, where the baby is undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit. Two male victims were admitted to Cooper and Trauma Care hospitals, the official said. The official said the blaze was confined to household items, including electrical wiring, furniture, documents, etc. Four fire brigade vehicles were involved in dousing the flames, he said. (With inputs from PTI)
26 April,2025 05:27 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentSeveral residents of Parel on Friday evening gathered at Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai to protest as the civic officials began preparations to shut down the the crucial road. As per latest development, Elphinstone Bridge was kept partially opened for traffic at 10 pm. The lane at the Parel-end was blocked by the protesting residents and JCB machines, leading to closure of traffic moving towards Prabhadevi. However, the traffic movement from Prabhadevi to Parel is functional as usual. View this post on Instagram A post shared by mid-day (@middayindia) On Friday evening, locals had stopped the movement of the vehicles on Elphinstone Bridge, causing traffic jam-like situation on the route for a brief period. Some locals fear that, once the bridge is demolished, their homes will be lost and hence on Friday evening gathered at the bridge to stop its closure. Locals questioned the timing of closure of the bridge without a clear rehabilitation plan. Sriram Pawar, a resident said, "We are not against development, we are protesting because the authorities are executing the the closure of the bridge without clarifying our rehabilitation. The officials not taken any joint meeting of the residents as yet to inform their rehabilitation plan." Residents protest at Elphinstone Bridge, stopping all vehicles—except an ambulance. Bridge closure now set for midnight instead of 9 PM. PC/VC: @rajtoday @raje_ashish #ElphinstoneBridge #MumbaiTraffic #ProtestUpdate pic.twitter.com/pRSBuoqROS — Mid Day (@mid_day) April 25, 2025 The closure of Elphinstone Bridge has been planned on Friday night, sparking a wave of concern among local residents and commuters alike. A local resident told mid-day, "We have been living here for the past 80 years, where will we go. The authorities must clarify how do they plan to relocate the local residents. Despite multiple attempts we have not yet heard from the authorities to clarify on our future." As per one of the local, the pillar of the new bridge is going to be impacting two buildings. Another resident said, "Once the bridge is demolished, what will happen to the residents homes. The civic authorities and the state government must first clarify and then execute the demolition or closure of the bridge." The traffic police has officially given the green light for the bridge to be shut down from tonight. The closure is set to last two years and is expected to significantly impact travel routes, emergency access, and the lives of local residents and businesses. After several postponements, the NOC for road closure was granted to the traffic police. The officials has planned to close the Elphinstone Bridge on the night of April 25. The bridge is scheduled to be closed for a period of two years, the officials said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by mid-day (@middayindia)
26 April,2025 05:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar | Katyayani KapoorAhead of the Maharashtra Day on May 1, Mumbai Traffic Police on Saturday issued a notification for motorists mentioning traffic regulation in Dadar area of the city. The traffic notification said that on May 1, 2025, the Maharashtra Day parade is being organised at Shivaji Park ground at Dadar in Mumbai and in order to carry out smooth functioning of the parade, the traffic regulation will be made on all adjoining roads around Shivaji Park ground from 06.00 hrs. to 12.00 hrs The traffic notification was issued by Samadhan Pawar, DCP, (H.Q. & Central), Traffic, Mumbai. It said that in order to prevent danger, obstructions and inconveniences to the public, it is being ordered as under. Following traffic regulation and control shall come into effect on May 1, 2025 between 06.00 hrs to 12.00 hrs- Road closed and one-way for vehicles - Keluskar Road South and Keluskar Road North shall be closed for all vehicular traffic. (Except Invitees) - S. K. Bole Road shall be one way from Siddhivinayak Junction to Portuguese Church Junction - Entry for vehicular traffic shall be restricted from Siddhivinayak junction to Yes Bank junction on Swatantraveer Savarkar Road - Vehicular traffic proceeding from Siddhivinayak junction through Swatantraveer Savarkar Road to Western Suburb shall take right turn at Siddhivinayk Junction and proceed through S.K. Bole Road then take a left turn at Portuguese Church- proceed through Gokhale Road- Gadkari Junction- L. J. Road- Raja Bade Chowk towards the Western Suburb. - Entry for vehicular traffic shall be restricted from Yes Bank Junction to Siddhivinayak Junction, thus, vehicles wants to proceed to South Mumbai shall take left turn at Yes Bank Junction-than proceed through the Pandurang Naik Road- right turn at Raja Bade Chowk- L. J. Road- Gadkari Junction- then proceed through Gokhale Road towards South Mumbai. No Parking on following roads- - Keluskar Road (Main, South & North) - Lt. Dilip Gupte Road from Keluskar Road (North) to Pandurang Naik Road. - Pandurang Naik Road, (Road no 5) - N.C. Kelkar Road from Gadkari Chowk to Kotwal Garden. - Saint Dnyaneshwar Road. Parking for the Police/BMC/PWD vehicles - Veer Savarkar Smarak Hall - Vanita Samaj Hall - Mahatma Gandhi Swimming Pool - Kohinoor PPL, N.C. Kelkar Road, Dadar (W). Routes for the invitees coming for the event Route for invitees coming from South and Central Mumbai through Tilak flyover bridge to Shivaji Park: - Tilak Flyover bridge- Kotwal Garden circle- right turn- N. C. Kelkar road- Gadkari Junction right turn from Meenatai Thackeray Statue- Keluskar north road-left turn at Shivaji Park gate no.5-left turn at C Ramchandra Chowk- through Swantantraveer Savarkar road south bound left turn at Vasant Desai chowk (Keluskar South junction)- through Shivaji Park gate No. 1 Parade ground. - Route for invitees coming from South Mumbai through Dr. Annie Besant road to Shivaji Park: From South Mumbai- Dr. Annie Besant Road- then proceed through Century junction Swantantraveer Savarkar Road-Siddhivinayak Junction -right turn at Vasant Desai Chowk (Keluskar South Junction) then through Shivaji Park gate no. 01, in Parade Ground. - Route for Invitees coming from Western Suburbs through Mahim old Cadel Road to Shivaji Park : Invitees from west suburbs shall proceed through Mahim junction- Old Cadel road- Hinduja hospital- Swantantraveer Savarkar Road south bound left turn at Vasant Desai Chowk (Keluskar Southjunction)through Shivaji Park gate No. 01-In parade ground. Route for Invitees coming from Western Suburbs through Mahim L. J. Road to Shivaji Park: Invitees from west suburbs shall proceed through Mahim Church- Lady Jamshedji Road- Raja bade Chowk-Gadkari Chowk-Right turn- N. C. Kelkar Road- left turn at Maa Saheb Meenatai Thackarey Statue- Keluskar Road North- left turn at Shivaji Park gate No. 5- C. Ramchandra Chowk (Keluskar Road North junction) left turn Swantantra Veer Savarkar Road South bound left turn at Vasant Desai Chowk (Keluskar Road South) through Shivaji Park gate no. 01 in Parade ground. Route March The Parade Route march beginning from Shivaji Park ground through Gate No. 5 will left turn- Keluskar road (North)- C. Ramchandra Chowk- left turn - South S. Sawarkar road bound- Sangeetkar Vasant Desai Chowk (Keluskar road South junction)- Right turn-will end at Naarli Baug. Advisory for motorists The traffic police notification has advised the motorists to avoid above said route between 06.00 hrs. to 12.00 hrs. Signage police Personnel will be present at various places to direct motorist/pedestrians to ensure that the least inconvenience is caused to them. Parking instructions for people without car pass for local and others citizens Local and other citizen without Car Pass shall park their vehicles at Kohinoor parking lot of BMC situated at J. K.Sawant road near Plaza Cinema, Dadar (w), Mumbai. Dadar (w), Mumbai.
26 April,2025 05:19 PM IST | Mumbai | Asif RizviIn a major relief for pet owners, the Maharashtra government has approved the establishment of paid crematoriums for deceased pets across the state. Responding to persistent efforts by Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, the Urban Development Department has issued a government resolution (GR) directing local self-governing bodies to allocate land for pet cremation facilities next to solid waste management centres. Until now, the improper disposal of dead pets has often led to foul odours and raised the risk of disease outbreaks, posing a public health concern. Recognising the urgency of the issue, Minister Sarnaik had raised it during the legislature's session in July 2023, emphasizing the need for dignified and sanitary facilities for the cremation of pets such as dogs, cats, and white mice. He also cautioned that unregulated cremations near human crematoriums could create unnecessary religious and social tensions. According to the guidelines issued by the Urban Development Department, local bodies must allocate space near solid waste management facilities, construct protective walls, and ensure adequate security. They are also required to take proper precautions during cremation to avoid foul smells and prevent the spread of disease. Citizens will be permitted to use these facilities for a specified fee. The guidelines strictly prohibit the disposal of dead pets elsewhere. The initiative will first be implemented as a pilot project in the Thane and Mira-Bhayandar municipal areas. Equipment for gas-based incineration has already been installed on reserved land near existing human crematoriums in these regions. The inauguration of these facilities is scheduled to take place soon. Thanks to the efforts of the then Chief Minister and now Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the Urban Development Department has decided to expand this initiative across all municipal corporations and councils in the state. This move has been widely welcomed by more than 12,000 pet owners in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Moving forward, all local self-governing bodies in Maharashtra will be required to allocate space for pet crematoriums near solid waste management centres, ensuring a cleaner and more responsible approach to pet aftercare.
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