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Second weekend of Navratra draws crowds to Puja pandals

In Mumbai, the Bengali community comes alive during Durga Puja, embracing a wealth of cultural festivities and age-old customs. Prominent pandals such as HRCWA, TVBA, and Sanskriti present intricate themes and beautiful decorations. Attendees can enjoy classical music performance...

Times of India — MumbaiOct 17, 2026

Unbridled redevelopment in Mumbai will cause water, infra crisis, say urban experts

Environmental experts gathered in Mumbai to address issues arising from rapid urban redevelopment and its consequences. Speakers highlighted the challenges of inadequate infrastructure and growing water crises in the city. They expressed concern over high real estate prices despi...

Times of India — MumbaiOct 17, 2026

Ajay Devgn’s Mumbai bungalow faces BMC action over unauthorised construction

BMC has rejected the owners' response regarding the ongoing construction at the Juhu bungalow owned by Ajay Devgn. The civic body stated that the owners failed to provide necessary documentation proving authorized permissions for the work. A stop-work notice was issued on Septemb...

Times of India — MumbaiOct 17, 2026

GPT Infraprojects Wins ₹134.11 Crore Railway Signalling Contract Through WOS

Mumbai: GPT Infraprojects Limited announced on 17 October 2026 that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Alcon Builders and Engineers Private Limited, has been awarded a contract valued at ₹134.11 crore. Contract Details The contract is for signalling works for Railways and was granted b...

Free Press JournalOct 17, 2026

Himadri Speciality Chemical Consolidated Net Profit Rises 31% To ₹231.32 Crore

Mumbai: Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited on Thursday announced its consolidated financial results for the quarter ended 30 September 2026, with net profit after tax rising to ₹231.32 crore. This marks a substantial increase from ₹176.14 crore reported in the corresponding quar...

Free Press JournalOct 17, 2026

Malaria, dengue cases on the decline in October, says BMC

BMC officials said the civic body has already ordered improved pest control operations and increased fogging operations across the city to prevent the spread of vector-borne diseases...

Hindustan Times — MumbaiOct 17, 2026

Mankhurd T-junction revamp advances but mangroves to go

MUMBAI: The plan to decongest the T Junction at Mankhurd can finally move forward, with the state environment authorities giving the go-ahead to clear 203,040 sq feet of mangrove land to enable the shifting of six major electricity transmission lines that bring power to Mumbai...

Hindustan Times — MumbaiOct 17, 2026

Encroachment of land in Mumbai

Converting public land for private luxury residences prioritises the luxury of a few over the lives of millions

The Hindu — MumbaiOct 16, 2026