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June 16, 2026 4:44 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya to lead Fit India Cyclothon along Mumbai’s Worli seafront on June 17

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports and Labour and Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will lead a special edition of the Fit India Cyclothon along Mumbai's iconic Worli Coastal Cycle Track on Wednesday, as part of the nationwide celebrations leading to the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21. Organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Regional Centre Mumbai, the event titled "Cycling by the Sea" is expected to bring together around 250 cyclists from diverse backgrounds who wi...

May 29, 2026 1:57 PM

India’s 47% of total additional data center capacity to be in Mumbai over the next five years: Report

Mumbai continues to hold the dominant position in the data center race in India, currently accounting for approximately 50 per cent of the total data center capacity in the country. The State benefits from submarine cable landing stations, a reliable power supply, robust roads, and established fiber infrastructure. The report noted that strong demand from the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector, its status as a major telecom hub, and the absence of major natural threats sol...

May 15, 2026 9:29 PM

Piyush Goyal unveils plan for integrated commerce hub in Mumbai to connect 46 organisations under one roof

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday unveiled a plan to establish a single integrated hub in Mumbai to bring together various offices and organisations under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce administrative costs and simplify citizen services. Addressing officials and stakeholders in Mumbai, the minister said the initiative is aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Ease of Living” and “Ease of Doing Busines...

May 6, 2026 2:27 PM

WAVES Doc Bazaar 2026 to return with new immersive market for storytelling

The second edition of WAVES Doc Bazaar will be held from June 16 to 18, alongside the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival at the NFDC Complex in Mumbai. Positioned as a premier platform for documentary, animation and short filmmakers, WAVES Doc Bazaar aims to foster collaboration, mentorship and global visibility for creators across the audiovisual industry. The event will bring together filmmakers, producers, distributors, broadcasters, funders and technology partners, offering opportuniti...

April 23, 2026 10:51 AM

India, Japan hold first AI Strategic Dialogue in Mumbai to boost tech cooperation

India and Japan on Tuesday held their inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategic Dialogue in Mumbai, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral cooperation in emerging technologies and digital innovation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the dialogue was co-chaired by Amit A. Shukla, MEA Joint Secretary (Cyber Diplomacy) and Hanada Takahiro, Deputy Assistant Minister for Cyber Security at Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Officials from various ministri...

April 13, 2026 6:25 PM

Asha Bhosale cremated with full state honours at Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park

The curtains fell on a golden era of Indian music as the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with full state honours on Monday at Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park. 'Asha Tai', as she was affectionately known, passed away on Sunday, April 12, at the age of 92 due to multi-organ failure following a cardiac arrest. She had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital a day earlier as she was suffering from extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. The Maharashtra government accorded the ve...

April 5, 2026 11:41 AM

Strong turnout for Universal Parsi Registration Drive in Mumbai

The Universal Parsi Registration Drive witnessed an enthusiastic response in Mumbai on Saturday, with around 300 fresh registrations completed during a special facilitation camp organised by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in collaboration with the Bombay Parsi Panchayat. The registrations were carried out through the Jiyo Parsi portal, marking a significant push to expand outreach within the Parsi community and strengthen participation in government initiatives aimed at addressing demographic...

February 23, 2026 1:58 PM

Gurugram surpasses Mumbai in ultra-luxury home sales in 2025

India’s luxury housing market has found a new leader in 2025, with Gurugram emerging as the country’s fastest-growing ultra-premium residential hub, a report said on Monday. The city recorded a massive Rs 24,120 crore worth of transactions in homes priced at Rs 10 crore and above during calendar year 2025, according to the latest High-End Luxury Housing Report released by India Sotheby’s International Realty and CRE Matrix. The numbers mark a watershed moment for Gurugram’s property ma...

February 20, 2026 11:18 AM

India’s logistics and air cargo sector gears up for major industry event in Mumbai

India’s logistics and air cargo sector is set for a significant expansion with the 11th edition of air cargo India 2026, creating one of the country’s largest integrated platforms for supply chain and cargo stakeholders. The logistics and cargo sector plays a vital role in driving trade, ensuring efficient supply chains, and supporting economic growth by enabling the seamless movement of goods across regions and industries. Scheduled from February 25 to 27 at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention...

January 22, 2026 11:15 AM

Maharashtra to build India’s first innovation city near Mumbai: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra is set to build its first ‘Innovation City’ near Mumbai, aimed at attracting global investors and innovation ecosystems, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Fadnavis said the proposal was presented under the AI and Innovation Ecosystem theme at the 2025 WEF conference before more than 400 investors. He added that the location has now been finalised and the project is expected...