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Mulund MLA calls for immediate cancellation of contractor’s GMLR project

Speaking to the reporters, Kotecha said last week Mulund’s Air Quality Index (AQI) spiked significantly, affecting residents’ health. “The dust, polluted air, and substandard work from this project are major contributors to the deteriorating AQI,” he said

06 December, 2025 02:52 PM IST | A Correspondent

The MLA, accompanied by municipal engineers, project consultants, ward officials, and solid-waste management teams, inspected a 2-km stretch of the project from Amar Nagar to Nahur. PIC VIA RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR

Mumbai weather update: Clear skies, moderate AQI may affect health

According to the Sameer app, the air quality index (AQI) for the city stands at 122, showing a slight improvement compared to Friday. Residents, especially those with lung disorders, asthma, or heart conditions, may experience breathing discomfort

06 December, 2025 12:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent

The MLA, accompanied by municipal engineers, project consultants, ward officials, and solid-waste management teams, inspected a 2-km stretch of the project from Amar Nagar to Nahur. PIC VIA RAJENDRA B AKLEKAR

Delhi wakes up to toxic smog as AQI hits 333, very poor category

06 December, 2025 11:59 AM IST| mid-day online correspondent

The government continues to take measures to address the issue in Delhi-NCR. Representational/ File Pic

Indian study finds how nanoplastics from single-use PET bottles harm body

06 December, 2025 09:39 AM IST| IANS

Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: File pic

Mumbai: Residents fear health risks as new RMC plant rises in Andheri East

06 December, 2025 08:38 AM IST| Ranjeet Jadhav

The Ready Mixture Concrete that has come up in Andheri East. Pic/Nimesh Dave

Rising pollution keeps children indoors, sports coaching attendance drops

06 December, 2025 08:27 AM IST| Ritika Gondhalekar

(From left) Mudra Zagade practises tap ball at her home in Vile Parle, as she has reduced her kabaddi practice due to pollution; Ayaan Rustomfram plays football at home in Malad; coach Geeta Zagade at Dubhashi Playground in Vile Parle, where fewer children are turning up to play. Pics/Ritika Gondhalekar

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Aaditya raises concern over 'garbage piling' and 'illegal hoardings' in Mumbai

05 December, 2025 06:52 PM IST| mid-day online correspondent

Aaditya Thackeray questioned the BMC chief on the exact reason for the failure in clearing debris. File Pic

Mumbai weather updates: City wakes up to hazy morning; AQI moderate at 129

05 December, 2025 09:37 AM IST| mid-day online correspondent

The air quality may still cause breathing discomfort for individuals with lung disorders, asthma, or heart conditions. Representational/ File Pic

Delhi air quality remains ‘very poor’ with AQI at 323 as toxic smog persists

05 December, 2025 09:26 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent

Pic/PTI

Navi Mumbai civic body targets construction hotspots to curb pollution

05 December, 2025 08:46 AM IST | Amarjeet Singh

A multi-department team of civic officials at a construction site in Navi Mumbai. Pic/By Special Arrangement

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