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News that caught attention
1. More than half of Mumbai to reel under water cut on Dec 8, 9; check here the areas that will be impacted.
Citizens have been advised to store adequate water and use the resource judiciously as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to impose a 15 per cent water cut across 17 wards spanning 24 hours from December 8 to 9 in order to replace the water supply line up to Bhandup water treatment plant. 📖 Read More
2. Rapido booked for allegedly running illegal bike-taxi services; three riders detained.
APMC police have registered a case against Roppen Transport Pvt Ltd (Rapido) for allegedly facilitating illegal bike-taxi operations in Navi Mumbai after a team of Motor Vehicle Inspectors booked three private two-wheelers found operating as bike taxis through the Rapido app on Tuesday. The FIR was registered on Wednesday. 📖 Read More
3. MPCB shuts down 19 RMC plants across MMR for violating norms.
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has ordered the closure of 19 ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) for breaching environmental guidelines and contributing to worsening air quality, reported the PTI. 📖 Read More
4. Sion residents send BMC legal notice over cleaning of cycling track.
Sion residents issued a legal notice to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Thursday for failing to comply with an October 13 Bombay High Court directive to clear debris and garbage from a defunct cycling track on Flank Road and establish a regular cleaning mechanism for the site. 📖 Read More
5. Railway officials trace and return lost bag with Rs 3 lakh worth camera to commuter.
In an impressive display of honesty and quick action, the station manager of Reay Road railway station in Mumbai, along with his team, successfully traced and returned a camera bag worth Rs 3 lakh to a commuter who had forgotten it on a local train on Wednesday morning, officials said. 📖 Read More
6. Mumbai’s Beach Warriors win Sustainability Innovator Award at QS ImpACT 2025 in London for 'Trash To Treasure' initiative.
Mumbai-based beach cleanup group, Beach Warriors, was honoured with the Sustainability Innovator Award at the QS ImpACT Awards 2025 in London. The group was recognised as a leading example of youth-led innovation in sustainability for its initiative Trash to Treasure, which transforms marine waste into useful resources. 📖 Read More
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Events you might want to attend (December 6 - 12)
Wagathon: A Walkathon With Dogs
7 December, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
S. B. Somani Park, Cuffe Parade
Entry: Open to all
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The Rotary Club of Mumbai SOBO returns with the 4th Edition of Wagathon, a heartwarming and lively community event celebrating pets and the incredible NGOs working for animal welfare. Expect a fun-filled morning with agility zones, treats, music, workshops, stalls, and endless wagging tails, all set against the scenic sea-facing lawns of S. B. Somani Park.
Late Checkout* X Line Bar
9 & 10 December, 7:30 PM onwards
Late Checkout*, 126, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400013
Price: à la carte
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Late Checkout*, Mumbai’s rule-breaking, late-night cocktail playground, is ending the year exactly the way it started: bold and loud. For its final month's takeover of 2025, the bar brings LINE from Athens, ranked #8 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025, for a two-night collaboration led by mixology heavyweight Nikos Bakoulis. If there’s one event to raise a glass to before the year ends, this is it.
Global Youth Festival 2025
6 December - 7 December
Jio World Garden
Entry: INR 2,500 onwards
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Global Youth Festival (GYF) returns to your town at Jio World Garden with its sixth and biggest edition yet. The festival brings together wisdom and wellbeing, arts and culture, adventure, music, mindfulness, social impact, and skill-building in one expansive space. From high-impact talks and masterclasses to concerts, immersive LED shows, sound healing, pop-up experiences, and hands-on impact projects, GYF promises a one-of-a-kind celebration of youth energy and purpose.
Nouvelle Vague At House Of Paloma
7 December, 8 PM onwards
House of Paloma, Excel Entertainment, Ground Floor, 33rd Street, Off Linking Road, Bandra, Mumbai 400052
Price: À la carte
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House of Paloma is hosting one of the city’s most exciting cocktail nights with a one-night takeover by Nouvelle Vague, Tirana. Flying in exclusively for the evening, Co-Founder and mixologist Sofokli Çali will showcase a menu inspired by Albanian flavours, featuring serves crafted with raki, regional fermentations, and unexpected flavour pairings. This is a night designed for curious palates and cocktail lovers!
Kailash Kher And Kailasa Live
6 December, 7 PM onwards
Infiniti Mall, Malad
Entry: INR 1,999 onwards
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Infiniti Mall is bringing a power-packed musical night to the city as Padma Shri Kailash Kher and his band Kailasa take over the stage. It is going to be an evening filled with his soulful favourites, folk-fusion anthems, and the magic that has made Kailasa a beloved name across the country. Whether you’ve grown up humming Teri Deewani and Saiyyan or simply love live music that hits you right in the feels, this is one night you won’t want to miss.
The Eifman Ballet Debut At NCPA
8 December - 10 December
NCPA, Mumbai
Price: INR 2,500 onwards
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The Eifman Ballet, led by the acclaimed Boris Eifman, makes its India debut at the NCPA with Anna Karenina, bringing his signature blend of Russian classical technique and modern theatricality. Part of the company’s Asia Tour, this landmark showcase is presented by the National Centre for the Performing Arts as part of its ongoing commitment to bringing world-class performing arts to India.
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