Articles by Ateeq Shaikh
MMRDA to raise ₹16,577 crore for 2 projects linking Thane and Mira-Bhayandar
MMRDA aims to raise ₹16,577 crore for new tunnels and bridges linking Thane and Mira-Bhayandar, amid a debt of ₹1.03 lakh crore
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 09:47 AM IST
Mumbai real estate: Residential property sales dip 14.79% in September
A total of 10,693 homes were sold in September last year while this year, the number was limited to 9,111 properties
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 09:52 AM IST
Maharashtra approves using 256 acres of salt pans to rehouse Dharavi residents
The move was opposed by Dharavi residents who are insisting on in-situ rehabilitation. Environmental activists termed it “an ecologically disastrous decision”
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 09:39 AM IST
Central agencies may be roped in for slum redevelopment projects in MMR
If the plan comes through, slum colonies will be revamped on joint venture basis between the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) and central agencies
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 08:04 AM IST
Mumbai train delays: 150-175 WR services to be hit by track work this week
Mumbai's Western Line will face delays and 150-175 train cancellations from September 30 to October 4 due to speed restrictions for track work
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 09:16 AM IST
Mhada serves 1,200 notices to push redevelopment projects
Mhada has issued 1,200 notices to developers in Mumbai to reclaim stalled redevelopment projects, leveraging new powers from a 2022 law amendment.
Updated on Sep 29, 2024 07:36 AM IST
Farmer leader and former MP Raju Shetti applies for MHADA housing lottery
Shetti, who serves as the President of Swabhimani Paksha, has made a single application in this year's draw for a flat on Adi Shankaracharya Marg in Powai
Published on Sep 28, 2024 12:26 PM IST
MMRDA scraps Mumbai Eye Ferris wheel project following opposition
MMRDA has scrapped the Mumbai Eye Ferris wheel project due to resident opposition and unsuitable locations, ending plans for India's first observation wheel
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 09:19 AM IST
Maharashtra releases draft of new housing policy, focuses on EWS, middle-class
Maharashtra unveils a draft housing policy focused on affordable housing for EWS, LIG, and MIG ahead of elections, inviting public feedback until October 3
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 09:28 AM IST
Motorists face delays on NH3 as Samruddhi Mahamarg connection remains unfinished
Travellers to and from Igatpuri will continue to endure the challenging drive along the treacherous National Highway 3 for at least another six weeks
Published on Sep 27, 2024 10:39 AM IST
Nine infra projects in CM Eknath Shinde's bastion secure ₹31,673 crore loan
Sanjay Mukherjee, Metropolitan Commissioner of MMRDA, stated, "This is a significant milestone for the development of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR)
Published on Sep 27, 2024 10:37 AM IST
Why Mumbai went under water on Wednesday: Storm water drains to blame
By all official accounts, it was the overall 257mm rainfall that hit the city which threw all the carefully laid plans out of gear
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 09:12 AM IST
Thane railway station to get commercial complex with food courts, office spaces
RLDA plans an eight-storey commercial complex near Thane station, featuring green offices and food courts, aiming for completion by early 2027.
Updated on Sep 26, 2024 08:42 AM IST
CM Shinde approves plans for marina, beaches, link roads at Backbay Reclamation
The revised draft development plan for the Backbay Reclamation Scheme takes into account ongoing projects by various organisations in the area
Published on Sep 25, 2024 05:34 PM IST
Metro 3, linking Colaba, Bandra and SEEPZ, opens next week; tickets ₹10- ₹50
The first metro corridor to connect congested South Mumbai, link several disconnected business districts along the island city and suburbs
Updated on Sep 25, 2024 09:06 AM IST
Mumbai Metro 3 passengers can carry extra-large suitcases
Stations along the Mumbai Metro 3 route have been equipped with large X-ray scanners which can accommodate large suitcases
Updated on Sep 25, 2024 08:51 AM IST
Aqua line likely to be operational up to Acharya Atre Chowk by Feb 2025
Next week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will partially inaugurate Mumbai Metro 3 between Aarey and Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) as well as one corridor of Thane Creek bridge and lay the foundation stone of Thane Ring Metro among others
Updated on Sep 24, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Bandra Colony, Science Centre among 11 new station names on Metro Line 3
The Union Government has approved renaming 11 stations on Mumbai's Metro Line-3, with partial service starting next week, ahead of a PM flag-off
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 08:56 AM IST
MahaRERA recovers just ₹175 crore as compensation for homebuyers
MahaRERA has recovered ₹175 crore of ₹672.91 crore owed by developers for failing to deliver apartments, enhancing recovery efforts with new appointments
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 08:58 AM IST
Closure of 49 airport lounges inconvenience travellers
Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), which operates seven airports in the country including in Mumbai, stepped in to offer some relief to passengers by allowing them access to their lounges
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 07:24 AM IST
Utpal Sheth and family buy luxury apartment in Worli for ₹123.3 crore
Utpal Sheth of Rare Enterprises bought a luxury apartment in Worli for ₹123.3 crore, featuring 15,735 sq. ft. and seven parking spaces
Updated on Sep 21, 2024 09:29 AM IST
56 applicants for every MHADA home this year
Mumbai's MHADA housing lottery sees 56 applications per home, up from 29 last year. Draw for 2,030 homes is on October 8, with 1,34,350 total applications.
Updated on Sep 21, 2024 07:02 AM IST
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Metro 3, other infra projects on Oct 4
PM Modi is set to partially inaugurate the Mumbai Metro 3 project on October 4, along with several infrastructure initiatives in the city.
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 08:46 AM IST
How slum redevelopment homes got bigger over the years
Size of homes allotted by SRA has increased from 180 sqft in 1995 to 300 sqft. In the same period, the average size of a 1BHK in MMR has shrunk from 470 sqft to 350 sqft
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 08:24 AM IST
Devipada SRA project revived, residents to receive advance rent
The plan was to house 1,599 families in four buildings. Months after the first building was handed over to 611 tenements, the remaining project went into limbo
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 09:15 AM IST
‘Mazgaon on the cusp of getting recycled for the third time’
For the third time in three centuries, Mazgaon is on the cusp of transformation: from two-storey buildings and British-era bungalows to high-end apartments
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:12 AM IST
State looks at capping price on 20% EWS and LIG housing stock
MHADA proposes capping housing prices for EWS and LIG projects to curb builders' overcharging, ensuring affordable housing in Maharashtra.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:12 AM IST
Dharavi redevelopment ceremony held quietly to avoid opposition
Dharavi's redevelopment began with a puja, led by DRPPL. Eligible residents will receive larger homes, while ineligible ones will be housed in new townships.
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Birla Estates formally acquires Hindalco’s Kalwa factory plot
Birla Estates' arm buys Hindalco's 24.5-acre Kalwa factory for ₹537.42 crore, enhancing its presence in Mumbai's real estate market.
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:26 AM IST
Dharavi residents’ group withdraws hunger strike
The decision was taken following a request from Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai and an assurance from the Mumbai Police that no such ceremony was planned for Thursday
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 07:34 AM IST