MUMBAI ENVIRONMENTAL BALANCE
Tree census to begin in Mumbai after 8-year gap: BMC
Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation will start a citywide tree census next week. This exercise, the first in eight years, will take about 1.5 years to complete. Experts and modern technology will be used for the counting. The civic body is also preparing for monsoon by pruning over 45,000 hazardous trees and branches across the city.
‘Slasher’ Walsh takes one of aviation’s toughest jobs at IndiGo
Willie Walsh is set to lead IndiGo, India's largest airline. He takes over after operational issues caused significant disruption. Walsh is known for his cost-cutting skills and experience in global aviation. His appointment signals a new direction for IndiGo as it plans international expansion. The airline aims to stabilize operations and grow its global presence.
Beyond the cloud: The nuts and bolts of India’s data centre boom
India's digital revolution hinges on a robust data center infrastructure, demanding a focus beyond software to the physical realities of concrete, steel, and skilled labour.
Maharashtra hikes tax on polluting vehicles to curb air pollution, boost green mobility
Maharashtra Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to tackle rising air pollution. The Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, will increase environmental taxes on older, polluting vehicles. This move aims to encourage cleaner vehicles and boost revenue for road safety and infrastructure. The bill also offers relief to the industrial sector, capping motor tax on crane vehicles.
Maharashtra to contribute $1.5 trillion to India’s $5 trillion economy by 2027, Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra is set to contribute nearly $1.5 trillion to India's $5 trillion economy vision by 2027, solidifying its position as the nation's economic powerhouse. Driven by robust investments and infrastructure development, the state continues to attract the highest share of Foreign Direct Investment, acting as a key gateway for global capital.
From Nagpur pilot to AI leak detection: Building Asia’s largest water plant in Mumbai & inside Veolia’s India playbook
Guillaume Dourdin, CEO & Country Director of Veolia India, on the company’s 25-year journey, Mumbai’s water ambitions, and why compliance is becoming the ultimate licence to operate in India.
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Climate change an urgent governance challenge, says Devendra Fadnavis; seeks stronger action
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared climate change an urgent governance challenge, highlighting the direct impact of extreme weather on coastal cities like Mumbai. He called for increased investment, stronger implementation, and global partnerships to address the issue, emphasizing India's rapid shift towards renewable energy and sustainable practices.
Rising middle class, talent make India a good place to invest in: Bernard Mensah, President of International, Bank of America
Bank of America's Bernard Mensah sees India as a prime investment destination, citing its growing middle class, strong institutions, and reformist government. The bank is increasing its India limits, anticipating more M&A activity fueled by regulatory liberalization and a focus on supply chain resilience. Despite geopolitical risks, Mensah believes capitalism's core architecture remains intact.
Lifestyle, infrastructure redefine homebuying in 2025, shows study
Luxury housing demand remains resilient but measured. Magicbricks data shows that 75-80% of buyer interest in select premium micro-markets, such as Dwarka Expressway, Noida Expressway, Sarjapur Road, Gachibowli and Koregaon Park, is concentrated in the luxury segment, driven by new high-end residential pin codes.
SC clears regulatory logjam, paving way for revival of 493 stalled housing projects in Mumbai, Pune
The Supreme Court's decision has cleared a major hurdle for 493 stalled housing projects in Mumbai and Pune, paving the way for construction to resume. This ruling reaffirms the authority of SEIAA and SEAC for environmental approvals, resolving jurisdictional conflicts. It is expected to unlock over 70,000 housing units, boost the real estate sector, and restore confidence among homebuyers.
RBI, govt accept no bids at first sovereign green bond auction of FY25
With the Centre sitting on a considerable cash surplus at the moment, it had likely opted to cancel the green bond auction than settle for a lack of a premium, or “greenium” at the auction. The government had planned to raise Rs 6,000 crore through 10-year green bonds at Friday’s auction.
BMC sets up expert panel to frame guidelines for billboards in Mumbai
On May 13, a giant illegal hoarding in the city's Ghatkopar area fell on a petrol pump during gusty winds and unseasonal rains, leaving 17 dead so far and over 70 injured. Rakesh Kumar, an ex-employee of National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), is the environment expert on the panel, while IIT Bombay's Prof. Avjit Maji, Prof. Nagendra Rao Velaga, besides Prof. Shreekumar from the department of Industrial Design, are other members.
12-yr-old Mumbai boy wins 2021 International Young Eco-Hero award for project to save Powai Lake
He is one of the 25 young eco-warriors from across the globe honoured by Action For Nature.
MMRDA plans Rs 11,235 crore underground road connecting Borivali and Thane
In a statement, he said the estimated cost of the project is Rs 11,235.43 crore and two tunnels connecting Thane and Borivali would make travel between them faster for commuters and also help in reducing traffic congestion on the busy Godhbunder Road in the adjoining city.
Industry chiefs seek faster approvals, labour reforms in meeting with CM
The meeting, a first after Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray became the Chief Minister of the state, saw industrialists like Mukesh Ambani, Ratan Tata, Adi Godrej, Anand Mahindra, bankers such as Deepak Parekh and Uday Kotak speaking on the steps required to give a boost to state’s growth.
Orbit Corp CEO’s police custody extended until September 20
The developer had raised monies from LIC Housing Finance and also from homebuyers for its project Orbit Residency Park in Mumbai’s suburb Andheri.
RBI deputy governor R Gandhi calls for more green funding
"We have to develop the instruments. We have to balance out the green development and economic development," he said speaking to the reporters later.
NDA government reduced green nod period to 190 days: Prakash Javadekar
Prakash Javadekar today said the NDA government has brought down to 190 days the time taken for obtaining environmental clearance for projects.
Development of country while protecting environment possible: Javadekar
Union minister of state for Environment and Forests Prakash Javadekar today said the Centre will strive to implement the developmental projects in the country without damaging the environment.
Is Jayanthi Natarajan's ouster a green nod to industry?
Natarajan has repeatedly stressed that there have been no delays in giving clearances to projects, and that industry has little reason to complain.
India acts quickly on conservation of vultures as compared to western countries
A new research paper in "Science" has observed that the central and state governments in India were quick enough to bring the vultures back from the brink.
Taj Safaris campaigns for helping tigers thrive
This campaign draws attention to the rampant destruction of the natural ecosystem, which is the root-cause of the extinction of many species.
IDFC with a balance sheet size of 71,000 crore embraces EP standards
The EPs were launched in June 2003 by 10 private financial institutions alarmed by the environmental and social disarray that most infrastructure projects caused.
Need for balance between development, environmental protection: President Pranab Mukherjee
Mukherjee today advocated a balance between development requirements and environmental protection.
Lack of transparency in selection of Lavasa project: CAG
CAG has rapped the Maharashtra government for "total lack of transparency" in the selection of the Lavasa hill station project in Pune district.
I treat the CEO & the farmer alike: Chetan Zaveri of IL&FS
"We provide innovative, sustainable and cost-effective regulatory solutions to environmental problems of our clients"
Vedanta to focus on Jharsuguda smelter plant expansion
Vedanta Aluminium has decided to focus on completing its aluminium smelter plant at Jharsuguda in Orissa to achieve its targeted capacity of 1.75 mt.
Environment ministry notifies coastal regulation norms
The notification updates a 1991 iteration of the same law, incorporating the amendments during the intervening period and adding new features.
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