Mumbai on Orange Alert as Heavy Rains Continue; Powai Lake Overflows
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai for Thursday, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall in the city and surrounding regions. The alert follows two consecutive days of downpours that led to flooded roads, submerged metro stations, and disrupted services across Mumbai. Wet Spell to Continue in Mumbai and […]
BMC Begins Aquifer Mapping Along Mithi River to Future-Proof Mumbai’s Water Supply
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a pilot aquifer mapping project along the Mithi river basin to boost Mumbai’s long-term water security. The initiative aims to assess the city’s groundwater potential by studying the quality, quantity, and salinity of underground water. This is the first groundwater-specific study being undertaken by the civic body, and it will guide the […]
BMC Introduces New Waste Segregation Rules, Warns of ₹1,000 Fine for Non-Compliance, Seeks Public Feedback
Mumbai l The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out a draft of new Solid Waste Management (SWM) bylaws, mandating waste segregation at source for all residents and businesses in the city. The initiative is aimed at improving cleanliness, reducing littering, and enhancing sanitation standards across Mumbai. Waste Segregation Guidelines Under the new guidelines, citizens […]