On July 25, 2024, Mumbai rains turned out to be fatal and caused substantial disruptions and hazards throughout the city. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and neighbouring regions, predicting extremely heavy rainfall. The non-stop rain led to widespread waterlogging in areas such as Kurla, Andheri, BKC, and Chembur. The heavy rain significantly impacted transportation in Mumbai. Local train services are operating at reduced speeds due to poor visibility, and several trains were suspended. Flight operations at Mumbai airport are also heavily affected, with numerous flights delayed, diverted, or canceled.The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has recorded 46 incidents of fallen trees and branches, six short circuits, and eight cases of property damage.
25 July,2024 05:12 PM ISTIn a tragic incident, a 38-year-old engineer from Palava City in Dombivli took his own life by jumping off the Atal Setu bridge. The victim, identified as Srinivas Karuturi, reportedly faced financial difficulties, as per his wife's statement to the police. Srinivas, who worked as an engineer in a private firm, drove his Tata Nexon car to the bridge and stopped there before jumping off around 12:35 pm on July 24. Police have initiated a search operation to recover his body, with coastal guards and local fishermen aiding in the effort. Srinivas' identity was confirmed through his Aadhaar card found in his wallet inside the parked car, which also contained an identity card from a construction firm where he previously worked. This incident follows a similar tragedy on July 18, when a businessman from Ghatkopar ended his life by jumping off the Bandra-Worli Sea Link after video calling his son to inform him of his intentions. His body was later found after a three hour search operation carried out by fire brigade.
25 July,2024 02:08 PM ISTMaharashtra faced severe disruption on July 25 due to heavy rainfall, severely impacting daily life. Major parts of the state, including Mumbai, experienced extensive waterlogging and flooding, making commuting a challenge for residents. Mumbai rains created a huge ruckus in the city. The weather department warned of gusty winds up to 50-60 kmph alongside the heavy rains. Temperatures were moderate, ranging from 24 to 29 degrees Celsius. Mumbai was issued a yellow warning for heavy showers on the 25th of July while an orange alert was issued for Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Satara, Ratnagiri, and Pune. Sindhudurg in the Konkan region also remained on yellow alert. The situation prompted authorities to advise caution and preparedness across the affected areas.
25 July,2024 11:32 AM ISTHeavy rains over the past two days have caused chaos in Mumbai, leading to severe waterlogging across many areas. Mumbai rains have caused issues for the daily commuters as they have been facing significant travel disruptions. The incessant monsoon showers have deeply impacted life in the city, and the situation is expected to worsen with the India Meteorological Department predicting heavy rainfall for the next 2-3 days. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, forecasting intense showers on Monday. Since Sunday morning, Mumbai and its suburbs have already received more than 100 mm of rainfall in just 12 hours till 8 PM on July 21.
22 July,2024 11:58 AM ISTIs shooting that perfect angle more important than your life? Do your social media posts matter more than your chance to live? Accidents from selfies and video stunts are increasing and adding to this a shocking incident has come into the limelight from Maharashtra after the Lonavala Waterfall tragedy. While shooting an Instagram reel, Aanvi Kamdar, a 27-year-old travel influencer from Mumbai, tragically lost her life at Kumbhe waterfall in Raigad district, Maharashtra. She was rescued after a six-hour search operation but was declared dead on arrival at the hospital. In this episode of Mid-day explains, Shantanu Kuveskar - one of the rescuers of Aanvi what went behind the scenes of the tragic death.
20 July,2024 02:22 PM ISTEnvironmentalists, Celebrities, and Corporates gathered in Mumbai for the ‘Save the Tiger’ event, aiming to educate city children about environmental protection. Organized by Sanctuary Nature Foundation, the event featured workshops and activities focused on wildlife conservation. Participants from diverse backgrounds united with a singular purpose: to safeguard the planet and its wildlife, including the endangered tiger.
19 July,2024 09:37 PM ISTA tragic incident occurred in Dombivli, Mumbai, where a woman named Nagina Devi Manjiram fell from the third floor of a building and passed away. The incident took place at the Globe State building in the Vikas Naka area on Dombivli East Kalyan Sheel Road. According to reports, Nagina Devi, who worked as a cleaner at the office, was sitting near the staircase on the third floor with her colleague when she accidentally lost her balance and fell. The entire incident was caught on cam raising concerns about the circumstances leading to her death. A young man named Bunty, who was also involved in playful behavior with her, lost his balance but was fortunately saved by people nearby. The Manpada police have filed a report on the accidental death and are conducting further investigations.
17 July,2024 04:44 PM ISTSevere Mumbai rains have finally hit the city. Every year during Mumbai rains, the city faces severe waterlogging issues, leading to canceled local train services. Another major problem is the widespread potholes across Mumbai, causing headaches for daily commuters, especially bus and auto drivers. To understand their struggles better, we hit the Mumbai streets and talked to them about the iussues they face during monsoon season due to potholes. People shared how these potholes make travel difficult and dangerous, affecting everyone's daily routines. The city's roads become treacherous, with potholes posing a constant challenge. Residents and drivers alike express frustration over the recurring issue, highlighting the urgent need for better road maintenance and infrastructure improvements.
15 July,2024 05:26 PM ISTOn Friday morning, 12th July, Mumbai woke up to heavy rains across the city. The incessant rains caused severe waterlogging across several areas in the city post Mumbai Rains. Massive waterlogging was witnessed at King’s Circle in Mumbai. Visuals of the waterlogged roads from the King's Circle area surfaced online wherein authorities in reflective rain gear could be seen giving directions to the driver to steer him clear of a dangerous spot. Pedestrians and vehicles crossed heavily waterlogged streets at the King’s Circle. The latest forecast predicts heavy to very heavy rains over Mumbai and MMR areas likely in next 48 hours which may create waterlogging as rain will be consistently moderate to heavy for at least next 24-36 hours.
12 July,2024 01:50 PM IST11th July 2003, a date that remains etched in the hearts of every Mumbaikar. On this day, an ordinary evening turned out to be a fateful one for local train commuters of Mumbai as a series of devastating bombings rocked the financial capital city. On 11th July, 2006, the biggest tragedy of Mumbai i.e. Mumbai train bombing took place. It was 6:24 PM, when a sudden blast rocked a local train between Khar and Santa Cruz stations, piercing the evening calm with tragedy. Within minutes, six more explosions tore through train compartments at Matunga, Mahim, Bandra, Jogeshwari, Borivali, and Mira Road. The sequence of terror unfolded swiftly, targeting innocent commuters who were simply traveling home after a day's work. The blasts left 209 people dead and over 700 injured, shocking the city to its core and leaving families and friends reeling in disbelief and anguish. Watch video to know the tragic incident unfolded
11 July,2024 11:26 AM ISTRemembering 2006 Mumbai train bombings, which upturned the lives of hundreds of Mumbaikars on 11th July 2006 forever in a mere span of 15 minutes. Post the 1993 blast, the Mumbai 7/11 train bombings were one of the deadliest terror attacks that Mumbai had seen. The terror attack halted city’s lifeline that targeted first-class suburban compartments during the evening rush hour. However, most remarkable was the heroic efforts of the Railway men on duty who brought back the Railway operations to normal soon after the attack and got back Mumbai on its feet even amidst the turmoil of suffering, loss and trauma. In this video, Mr. M.K. Jagesh. Traffic Inspector (Trains), Western Railway and Mr. Prashant Kumar Majumdar, Traffic Inspector (Trains), Western Railway share spine-chilling details of the evening that shook Mumbai.
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