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August 11, 2026 11:16 AM

Intermittent showers lash Mumbai after brief lull

Mumbai witnessed intermittent rain early Tuesday morning after a brief dry spell, bringing relief from the humid and sweltering weather. Overcast skies persisted through the morning, with showers ranging from drizzle to brief heavy spells reported in parts of the city and its suburbs. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain in Mumbai and its suburbs during the day. The showers eased the humidity, offering respite to people afte...

August 9, 2026 9:54 AM

Amit Shah launches ‘Bank in a Box’, Security Operations Centre for Urban Cooperative Banks

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated the new premises of the National Urban Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation (NUCFDC) in Mumbai and launched a series of technology and cybersecurity initiatives aimed at modernising the country’s urban cooperative banking sector. Addressing the ‘Sahkar Nav-Kranti’ programme at the BSE International Convention Centre, HM Shah said the Umbrella Organisation for Urban Cooperative Banks had now become...

August 6, 2026 5:57 PM

BRICS WAVES Bazaar Opens in Mumbai, brings together 500+ delegates to boost creative economy collaboration

The two-day BRICS WAVES Bazaar, a premier international marketplace for the creative economy, commenced in Mumbai on Thursday, bringing together more than 500 delegates from BRICS member and partner countries to foster collaboration across the audiovisual and creative industries. The event aims to create a platform for dialogue, business engagement, knowledge exchange and cross-border partnerships by bringing together government representatives, filmmakers, producers, investors, broadcasters, O...

August 3, 2026 9:08 AM

Indian Railways approves new daily express between Mumbai CSMT and Sawantwadi Road

Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a new daily Express train service between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), Mumbai, and Sawantwadi Road, providing a major boost to rail connectivity across Maharashtra and the Konkan region. The new service will operate over a 510-km route, offering direct and reliable rail connectivity for passengers travelling for tourism, education, employment, business and other social purposes. According to the Ministry of Railways, the service ...

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...