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Hit-and-run: SUV fatally knocks down auto-rickshaw driver, injures his friend in Mumbai
Hit-and-run: SUV fatally knocks down auto-rickshaw driver, injures his friend in Mumbai
Published on Aug 14, 2024 12:15 PM IST
PTI |
Mumbai rickshaw driver crushed to death by speeding SUV, 2 arrested | Details
The victim was crushed to death while sleeping on a Versova beach pavement. Accused sent to police custody.
Updated on Aug 14, 2024 09:49 AM IST
Jet ski operator and colleague rescue two drowning boys at Versova Beach
Despite lifeguards and a high-tide alert, the boys either missed the rescue teams, or the sequence of events unfolded too rapidly to be prevented
Published on May 06, 2024 03:42 PM IST
BMC to enhance safety at Juhu, Versova beaches
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) plans to increase surveillance and security at Juhu and Versova beaches in Mumbai following a series of drownings. The BMC will invite tenders for watchtowers, surveillance motorboats, remote-controlled water rescue stretchers beds, jet skis, water drones, and contractual lifeguards at an estimated cost of ₹8.16 crore ($1.2 million). The aim is to improve safety and security at the beaches and prevent drownings using technology. The proposal includes an increase in the number of watchtowers, lifeguards, and rescue equipment at both beaches.
Updated on Aug 12, 2023 12:39 AM IST
Two cousins’ bodies wash ashore at Versova beach
The lifeguard noticed that one of them was wearing a t-shirt shirt and jeans, and the other victim’s clothes were torn, leaving just a part of the vest and shorts, the officer said, adding, “The lifeguard pulled the bodies ashore and reported the incident to the police control room.”
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 12:05 AM IST
Megha Sood
Park planned on Versova beach
Anil Pawar, superintending engineer of PWD’s harbour division said, “We have set up anti-erosion bunds at Versova beach. The garden and lawn will come between the bund and landward side of the beach”
Updated on Jun 23, 2023 12:57 AM IST
Puri to see world’s largest coastal clean-up exercise on September 21
Priests of Jagannath temple, Puri hoteliers, NCC cadets and local youths associations would also lend a hand to the exercise. Drone cameras would record the clean-up.
Published on Sep 18, 2019 09:25 PM IST
Bhubaneswar | Debabrata Mohanty
Man saved from drowning, held for drink driving an hour later
Jadhav and a sub inspector rushed to the spot on their bike and tried to stop their car. Their car got stuck in the traffic and both were asked to step down.
Updated on Aug 12, 2019 08:34 AM IST
Mumbai | Jayprakash S Naidu
3 years, 20 million kg trash later, Versova beach clean-up crusader looks for new mission
The man behind the clean-up of Mumbai’s Versova beach is Afroz Shah who was awarded the UN’s top environmental accolade – Champions of the Earth award - in 2016 for his work.
Published on Nov 14, 2018 11:16 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | HT Correspondent, Mumbai
Beware bluebottle stings, Mumbaiites advised against walking barefoot on beach
Measuring up to six inches, the bluebottle — also known as the Portuguese man o’ war — is known to deliver a lethal sting that causes burning pain and welts accompanied by muscle weakness.
Updated on Aug 07, 2018 02:08 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | HT Correspondent
Dolphin carcass washes ashore at Mumbai beach
It’s the third instance of a dolphin carcass washing ashore the beach over the past two months
Updated on Jun 20, 2018 01:02 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Chatterjee, Mumbai
Despite 50,000 kg of trash being cleared, Mumbai’s Juhu beach remains filthy
Residents want a permanent solution to problem as garbage piles up across the shore
Updated on May 29, 2018 03:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Chatterjee, Mumbai
Expect cleaner beaches this monsoon in Mumbai
BMC hired Spectron Engineers Private Limited (SEPL), to keep Juhu beach clean. It is likely to get appointed for cleaning Versova beach as well.
Updated on May 28, 2018 01:05 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Geetanjali Gurlhosur, Mumbai
Dead dolphin washes ashore Versova beach in Mumbai; third marine mammal this year
The dolphin was buried at the beach on Thursday morning.
Published on May 03, 2018 10:08 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Chatterjee, Mumbai
This school in Mumbai’s suburbs is grooming eco-warriors on its campus
They have initiated various campaigns to save water, treat waste and clean up beaches
Updated on Apr 23, 2018 11:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Shreya Soni, Mumbai
Maharashtra to receive policy to tackle marine litter menace before June 5
The state currently lacks policy that deals with collection and disposal of marine debris
Published on Apr 11, 2018 10:52 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Chatterjee, Mumbai
Eggshells of Olive Ridley turtles found; Versova beach confirmed as nesting site
Officials say they have found evidence that proves that Olive Ridley turtles hatched at Mumbai’s Versova beach, after naturalists raised doubts
Updated on Mar 23, 2018 09:30 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Chatterjee, Mumbai