Articles by G Mohiuddin Jeddy
T S Chanakya and NRI wetlands are waterbodies: Mangrove cell
The CIDCO has long contested this claim, stating that they are not natural lakes and water had accumulated in these regions over the years
Published on May 03, 2025 07:32 AM IST
Alibag locals protest unplanned devpt amidst poor infra
The initiative stems from a fear of fast-paced unplanned development that threatens to turn it into a concrete jungle
Published on Apr 27, 2025 07:04 AM IST
Palm Beach service road gets HC nod, work to begin soon
A division bench led by chief justice Alok Aradhe ruled in favour of NMMC, stating no mangrove trees would be cut and that the site does not fall in any eco-sensitive or mangrove zone. Approvals from the MCZMA, SEIAA, and the Forest Department have also been secured
Published on Apr 26, 2025 08:56 AM IST
Sena-BJP one-upmanship before civic polls erodes MVA in Navi Mumbai
Shiv Sena gains strength in Navi Mumbai as 13 former MVA corporators join, weakening the alliance ahead of civic elections amid internal conflicts.
Published on Apr 23, 2025 08:56 AM IST
Traders warn of fake Konkan Alphonso
They urged consumers to purchase Konkan Alphonsos from sellers they have known for a long time and trust
Published on Apr 22, 2025 08:20 AM IST
Opposition to CIDCO transfer charges unites Navi Mumbai
Hundreds of Navi Mumbai groups demand abolition of CIDCO's transfer charges on property sales, citing unfairness and legal concerns after recent hikes.
Published on Apr 19, 2025 08:58 AM IST
CIDCO on demolition spree, reclaims 56 acres this year
Earlier this month, CIDCO demolished a building in Kharghar in which 90 flats had been illegally constructed with several being sold to unsuspecting buyers
Published on Apr 16, 2025 09:30 AM IST
Work on flyover opp Turbhe station set to begin
Navi Mumbai will construct a flyover near Turbhe railway station after years of resident demands, aiming to improve safety and traffic flow.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 08:26 AM IST
Panvel MLA threatens self-immolation, forces CIDCO to halt demolition drive in tribal hamlet
As the demolition began, the tribal community resisted, claiming their homes had stood since 1980 and were built under the Indira Awaas Yojana. Karanjade sarpanch Mangesh Shelar said the land was once earmarked as compensatory plots for PAPs, but the plan was scrapped due to the long-standing presence of the tribal hamlet
Published on Apr 10, 2025 07:06 AM IST
CIDCO cancels allotment of 16 prime plots
CIDCO cancels allotment of 16 plots in Navi Mumbai for non-completion of construction within four years, starting possession recovery.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 07:34 AM IST
Kharghar, Taloja residents not sold by CIDCO’s assurance of increased water supply
Residents insist that CIDCO stop CC and OC in the nodes till 2028, so that the situation doesn’t worsen further
Published on Apr 06, 2025 08:14 AM IST
CIDCO home buyers take out ‘injection’ rally, seek price cuts
The ‘injection morcha’ was organised after talks between home buyers and the CIDCO managing director, Vijay Singhal, on Wednesday yielded no results
Published on Apr 04, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Acute water shortage, halt new projects: Kharghar hsg societies to CIDCO
On March 28, the Kharghar Cooperative Housing Societies Federation, which has 505 housing societies as members, wrote to CIDCO
Published on Apr 02, 2025 08:54 AM IST
CIDCO presents ₹14,130 crore budget for 2025-26
The ₹10 crore surplus budget, which is higher by ₹8,632.73 crore from last year’s revised budget, was presented by CIDCO vice-chairman and managing director Vijay Singhal. The budget has plans for several major projects, including a logistics park and an international standard EduCity.
Published on Mar 30, 2025 08:46 AM IST
E-ferries from Uran to Gateway in 2 weeks
In two weeks, electrical ferries will cut the journey time from Uran to Gateway of India by half, reducing it to 30-40 minutes.
Published on Mar 28, 2025 07:02 AM IST
1,752 heritage trees identified in Panvel to be conserved by PMC
A tree census conducted by PMC had recorded 6,77,923 trees, including 3,46,896 trees of native species and 3,31,027 exotic trees spread over all 20 wards.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 09:34 AM IST
CIDCO hsg scheme allottees protest against high prices, smaller area
The protest was organised by the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), whose functionaries said party chief Raj Thackeray would take up the issue in due course if required
Published on Mar 26, 2025 09:02 AM IST
‘We have been defrauded’: Cidco home applicants protest high prices, poor locations
The buyers, who have conducted a signature campaign and are exploring legal options, announced on Friday at a press conference that they will organise a human chain protest in Vashi on Tuesday
Published on Mar 22, 2025 08:46 AM IST
No tears from onions now, prices drop
Onion prices are falling in Navi Mumbai's wholesale market, dropping to ₹9-16/kg, but farmers worry about covering costs amid high retail prices.
Published on Mar 21, 2025 08:45 AM IST
Water cut in Panvel once a week from March 20
The civic body has issued a timetable detailing the water cut areas on each day of the week, with the supply stopped in different areas on different days. Over 3 lakh people will be affected by this move.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 09:22 AM IST
Villages file first writ petition in Bombay High Court to cancel NAINA project
NAINA is a planned city spanning 225.59 square kilometres and covering 94 villages around the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 08:42 AM IST
Hundreds of trees illegally felled in Nerul eco-sensitive zone, sparking outrage
Hundreds of trees, including native species, were illegally felled in Navi Mumbai's eco-sensitive zone, prompting government and activist responses.
Published on Mar 17, 2025 07:36 AM IST
Prices of green chili triples in a week 125-150/kg
NAVI MUMBAI: Green chilli prices have more than doubled due to low arrivals and heat, with wholesale rates reaching ₹45-75 and retail at ₹125-160 per kg.
Published on Mar 17, 2025 07:30 AM IST
Navi Mumbai airport launch pushed to June
On December 29, the NMIA CEO had stated that the facility would be inaugurated on April 17
Published on Mar 17, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Revoke order on merger of Thane villages with Navi Mum, Naik tells CM
The demand is being seen as yet another clash between the BJP and Shiv Sena, a conflict that has seen Fadnavis cancel or stay a number of Shinde’s decisions. Naik, on his part, has been taking on Shiv Sena chief Shinde in his stronghold, Thane.
Published on Mar 12, 2025 10:10 AM IST
NAINA project: Big relief for PAPs as CIDCO slashes betterment charges
CIDCO reduces betterment charges for Navi Mumbai Airport project from 50% to 0.05%, easing land transfer and development for farmers.
Published on Mar 08, 2025 08:50 AM IST
Uran faces water cuts as Ransai dam stock reduces
The water level at the Ransai dam has now dropped to 102.9 ft, which means the water supply will suffice only till June. Hence, MIDC IS opting for water cuts to ensure the supply lasts till the monsoon arrives.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 10:04 AM IST
Navi Mumbai to expand green cover by 40 hectares with new parks, tree plantations
Navi Mumbai plans to expand its green belt by 40 hectares, with ₹74 crore for tree plantations, parks, and a botanical garden to enhance biodiversity and air quality.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 07:26 AM IST
NMMC starts feasibility study on dams
Navi Mumbai's population growth prompts NMMC to study two new dams for water supply, aiming to meet a projected need of 1200 mld by 2047.
Published on Mar 02, 2025 07:40 AM IST
₹534-cr NMMT budget sans fare hike, proposes green fleet, expansion in MMR
Navi Mumbai's NMMT proposed a ₹534 crore budget for 2025-26, adding 50 electric and CNG buses, with no fare hike, to enhance public transport services.
Published on Feb 28, 2025 07:36 AM IST