Ahead of Raksha Bandhan 2025, several markets in Mumbai have come alive with vibrant colours of rakhis — the threads that embody the essence of the festival. From unique rakhis at Dadar market and the traditional Patwa rakhis in Bhuleshwar, to the wide variety of designs at Malad market, here is your guide to some of the best places in Mumbai to visit for rakhi shopping and experiencing the festive atmosphere.
08 August,2025 08:00 AM IST
Mumbai’s traffic chaos might just have caught a break! CM Devendra Fadnavis has inaugurated three key bridges — Reay Road, Titwala, and the much-awaited Gokhale Bridge in Andheri. The Reay Road bridge is Mumbai’s first-ever cable-stayed Road-Over-Bridge, replacing a 1910 British-era structure. The new six-lane bridge is part of MahaRail’s plan to overhaul aging infrastructure. how far will it translate to solving problems for all sections of commuters? We will get to know in the days to come - as Mumbai upgrades one bridge at a time.
14 May,2025 07:23 PM IST
Andheri’s Gokhale Bridge is finally open to traffic after years of delays, diversions, and one infamous 6-foot gap. Inaugurated on May 11, 2025, this crucial East-West connector in Mumbai is now fully functional. The bridge had been shut since 2022 after being declared unsafe, causing major traffic snarls and frustration for commuters. The most talked-about issue — a 6-foot misalignment between the two sides of the bridge — has now been fixed. With a full 90-foot width now operational, the Gokhale Bridge is expected to ease congestion around the busy Andheri station and metro lines. Take a look.
11 May,2025 09:40 PM IST
Vicky Kaushal, Sonali Bendre Behl, and Raj Thackeray came together at the Abhijat Book Exhibition at Shivaji Park, Dadar, to celebrate Marathi Bhasha Diwas. Watch as these famous personalities read moving poetry and are felicitated for their contributions to the Marathi language and culture. Don't miss this powerful event filled with passion, poetry, and celebration of Marathi pride.
28 February,2025 03:26 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
