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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
TopicMUMBAI

Topic: MUMBAI

Mumbai’s infra boom promises ease of mobility, but at a heavy cost — the air the city breathes

Mumbai has overtaken Delhi in infra development & construction, but now also sometimes beats it in air pollution. A crowded city, it could also face water supply & waste disposal issues.

MMDRA decides to repaint Mumbai Trans Harbour Link grey after complaints from public

A selection of the best news reports, analysis and opinions published by ThePrint this week.

Mumbai’s Shivaji Park: Colonial-era roots, Sena’s birthplace, hallowed ground for politics

Shivaji Park, which Sena (UBT) has secured again for Dussehra rally, is deeply intertwined with party's past & Bal Thackeray's legacy, with broader significance for politics & culture.

Mumbai’s Gujarati vs Marathi story is old, almost benign. Then the politicians stepped in

The Marathi versus Gujarati debate started with capital versus labour issue. Now, it has become more of a political ballgame now.

‘No flats for Marathis:’ FIR against Gujarati father-son in Mumbai after woman alleges bias

She also posted a video on Facebook, narrating her experience; it drew sharp responses from citizens and Maharashtra politicians.

Smart parking, better designed junctions — MMRDA’s plan to decongest Mumbai’s business hub BKC

MMRDA, special planning agency for BKC, has floated tender for consultant who will suggest measures to decongest plush business district & reduce emissions in the area.

Chance encounter with American tourist transforms girl from Mumbai slum into teenage model

In March, a luxury Indian cosmetics brand Forest Essentials chose Maleesha as the face of its Yuvati campaign celebrating young Indian women.

Private plane carrying 8 people skids off runway at Mumbai airport

BMC issued a statement saying that the incident occurred at domestic airport gate number 5 and that the Mumbai fire brigade and ambulance are assisting on site.

‘Unfairly charged twice’ — why Shiv Sena (UBT) wants toll at Mumbai’s 5 entry points scrapped

In letter to BMC official, Sena (UBT)'s Aaditya Thackeray says 'highways maintained by BMC but toll goes to Maharashtra govt'. MNS has highlighted issue of toll collection across state too.

Jodhaa Akbar, Devdas art director Nitin Desai dies by suicide at his studio near Mumbai

Raigad SP Somnath Gharge said Desai's body was found hanging with a rope in the morning at the N D Studios. Investigation is underway.

On Camera

How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

Underlining sluggish exports, NITI Aayog flags need to jump-start India’s automotive market

Govt think tank flags India’s skewed auto export mix, warns domestic focus and high tariffs are limiting its global footprint; also highlights how auto components are a bright spot.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.