Articles by Shreya Jachak
CM asks for special arrangements; BMC has 50 ICU beds on standby
Maharashtra CM orders special arrangements for treating Guillain Barre Syndrome patients amid rising cases, ensuring cost-free treatment for the needy.
Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:08 AM IST
Bandra Government Colony residents plagued by dust from demolitions for new HC complex
Residents are claiming the authorities are flouting all guidelines established by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to mitigate air pollution
Published on Jan 29, 2025 07:22 AM IST
Saif Ali Khan’s insurance claim sparks debate over mediclaim inequalities
Khan has filed a claim of ₹35,95,700 based on the expected cost of his treatment. His insurance provider, Niva Bupa Health Insurance, approved ₹25 lakh
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 04:39 PM IST
2,018 runners required medical help, 26 hospitalised
Mumbai Marathon 2025 saw improved medical preparedness, with fewer emergencies and hospitalizations. Dehydration was the main issue among runners.
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 02:50 AM IST
Nearly 60,000 runners take over streets for 20th Mumbai Marathon
Mumbai celebrated the 20th Tata Mumbai Marathon with 59,967 runners braving heat and pollution, showcasing resilience and community spirit.
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Environment dept dismisses Awaaz’a AQI readings
MPCB deployed air quality monitoring vans before Mumbai Marathon, addressing pollution concerns highlighted by Awaaz Foundation's citizen science study.
Updated on Jan 19, 2025 06:46 AM IST
Shreya Jachak, Mumbai
Medicine supply to hospitals resumes after BMC assures payment
A day after All Food and Drug License Holders Foundation (AFDLHF) stopped the supply of medicines to 27 civic run hospitals for non-payment of dues worth ₹120 crore, the foundation resumed supply at 11am on Tuesday.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 07:20 AM IST
Andheri bldg demolished without following AQI norms, builder receives stop-work notice
A building on New Link Road in Andheri West was razed by the builder, throwing up dust and debris, spiking concerns among residents in the vicinity, on January 12.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Medical supplies to 27 BMC hospitals suspended over dues worth ₹120 cr
Mumbai's AFDLHF halted medicine supplies to 27 BMC hospitals over ₹120 crore in unpaid dues, promising to review the decision after BMC's assurance.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:17 AM IST
No city for pedestrians, point out Mumbaikars who walked SV Road
Mumbaikars held a community walk on S V Road to raise awareness for pedestrian-friendly infrastructure on Swami Vivekanand's birth anniversary
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 09:04 AM IST
Mumbai air quality improves since November last year
Mumbai’s air quality improved to an AQI of 104, classified as 'satisfactory', with six stations reporting good conditions, but pollutants remain a concern.
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Doctors launch medically-accurate app for women’s health
Mumbai: FOGSI launched Arogya Sakhi, a free app for women's health awareness, addressing issues like cervical cancer and pregnancy. Available Jan 10.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 07:32 AM IST
10 locations in city breaches PM2.5 limits on 50 days: Report
Mumbai's air quality worsened in Nov-Dec, with 10 monitoring stations exceeding PM2.5 limits; experts call for targeted pollution strategies year-round.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 07:18 AM IST
Restore 4 Bhiwandi wetlands turned into dumps: Green tribunal to Thane collector
NGT orders Thane collectorate to restore four polluted wetlands in Bhiwandi, holding landowners accountable for cleanup and preventing further dumping.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 08:26 AM IST
MPCB to Coastal Road contractors: Respond to show-cause notice for flouting air pollution norms
Mumbai Coastal Road contractors face scrutiny from MPCB for violating BMC's air quality guidelines, as residents voice ongoing concerns about compliance.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 08:36 AM IST
MPCB directs BMC to take action on the red soil in Shivaji Park
MPCB demands BMC act on dust pollution at Shivaji Park, caused by exposed red soil from a stalled beautification project, affecting residents' health.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 08:34 AM IST
City marks 2025’s first cadaver donation, giving new hope to three lives
Mumbai's first organ donation of 2025 occurred at MGM Hospital, with a grieving family donating a 50-year-old man's kidneys and liver to three recipients.
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 07:10 AM IST
How did Mumbai fare in air pollution in 2024?
Mumbai's air quality improved in 2024, nearing pre-pandemic levels, but experts caution that 'moderate' AQI is still far from healthy standards.
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 08:59 AM IST
Mumbai breathes easier, Santacruz hottest in state
Mumbaikars enjoyed improved air quality due to weather changes and halted construction, with AQI dropping to 119 and temperatures rising to 34.8°C.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 07:42 AM IST
BMC issues 78 stop-work notices to construction sites, halts road repair work
BMC issued stop-work notices to 78 construction sites in Byculla and Borivali East amid air quality concerns, halting new permissions for road repairs
Updated on Jan 01, 2025 09:27 AM IST
Construction work halted amid poor air quality in Mumbai
MUMBAI: BMC halts construction in Borivali East and Byculla due to poor air quality, with real estate developers expressing dissatisfaction.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 01:38 PM IST
Angry citizens raise voice as city records poor AQI on 3rd straight day
Mumbai faces severe smog for three days, prompting citizens to question BMC's actions. AQI nears 'Poor' category as dust pollution rises amidst inadequate measures.
Updated on Dec 29, 2024 07:16 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
Why Mumbai’s AQI readings may be hazy: Monitors could be to blame
A study of data from all the 30 AQI monitoring stations revealed that Mumbai’s AQI readings may not be entirely accurate
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 01:40 PM IST
Residents of demolished slum in Powai plagued by diseases
Homeless residents of Jai Bhim Nagar face severe health issues post-demolition, with diseases like scabies and pneumonia due to inadequate sanitation
Updated on Dec 26, 2024 08:34 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
AQI violators fined ₹56,700
Mumbai BMC collected ₹56,700 in penalties for AQI violations and began road sweeping, as AQI hit 189, with Borivali East at 302.
Updated on Dec 26, 2024 07:08 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
BMC issues fresh guidelines to tackle air pollution
The guidelines mostly reinforce measures already specified in the Mumbai Air Pollution Mitigation Plan
Updated on Dec 24, 2024 06:20 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
Slum resident from Malvani bags gold at U-17 boxing championship
Asad Shah, who represented Maharashtra and defeated Mukul Labela, the contender from Delhi, on December 15 to emerge as the champion among over 400 participants
Updated on Dec 24, 2024 06:16 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
Smog shrouded city with poor AQI of 194, Borivali east and Malad west fare ‘very poor’
Mumbai's air quality worsened to near 'poor' levels, with an AQI of 194. Hazy conditions persist, raising health concerns for respiratory patients.
Updated on Dec 22, 2024 07:02 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
Citizens gather in solidarity for Bilkis Bano
Various women activist organisations came together in support of Bilkis Bano and have started signature campaigns since
Published on Aug 29, 2022 12:33 AM IST
Shreya Jachak
‘Provide security around Lokhandwala Lake to prevent immersion’
Mumbai: Ahead of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, naturalist and veteran ornithologist Sunjoy Monga has reached out to the assistant municipal commissioner (AMC) of K-west ward to provide security around Lokhandwala Lake to prevent devotees from immersing Ganpati idols into one of the last remaining semi-wild open spaces in the western suburbs
Updated on Aug 27, 2022 11:51 PM IST
Shreya Jachak