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Time of India
02-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Maharashtra to form panel to develop Asia's largest logistics hub in Bhiwandi
MUMBAI: Industries Minister Uday Samant on Tuesday said the largest logistics hub in Asia can be built in Bhiwandi, and announced in the Legislative Assembly that the state government will set up a committee to work toward this goal. Samant made the announcement in response to demands made by Bhiwandi East MLA Rais Shaikh. Samant said Shaikh will be part of the committee. Bhiwandi is already home to several large warehouses and logistics centres that serve top e-commerce giants. 'The government acknowledges the technical difficulties, such as appointing IAS officers in Bhiwandi and taking back the powers of MMRDA. Therefore, accepting the request of MLA Rais Shaikh, we will form a committee of four or five people, including officials from the industries and urban development departments. We will move forward after finalising the policy,' Samant said. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai During the discussion in the Assembly, Shaikh drew the government's attention to the potential of developing Bhiwandi as a logistics hub. 'There is a need to appoint an IAS officer for the Bhiwandi Surrounding Notified Area. The 60 villages and Bhiwandi city together cover an area of 144 square kilometres, which is 30% of Mumbai. All the powers of local bodies are currently with the authority. Government land worth Rs 3,000 crore is being encroached upon and needs to be protected. If the government is serious about this issue, Bhiwandi will have the biggest share in making the state's $1 trillion economy a reality,' Shaikh said. Shaikh also raised issues regarding the collapse of a building in Bhiwandi, which resulted in the death of a five-year-old child, as well as a nexus of officials involved in unauthorised constructions. He demanded an inquiry and strict action. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Census reform pitch: Call for ‘no caste, no religion' option gains ground in Telangana; census director responds to Kula Nirmulana Sangham (KNS) plea
HYDERABAD: Director of Census for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Bharathi Hollikeri, on Tuesday assured representatives of Kula Nirmulana Sangham that she would forward their request to create a separate space in the upcoming census formats for individuals who wish to identify as casteless and irreligious. The KNS team submitted a representation citing a legal directive from Telangana HC, which had instructed authorities to make provisions for the 'no caste, no religion' (NCNR) category in official data collection. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Civic labour unions meet to protest against BMC tender
MUMBAI: A meeting was organised by a joint committee of seven labour unions at the Annabhau Sathe Auditorium in Byculla on Tuesday afternoon to oppose a recent BMC tender regarding the collection and transportation of solid waste. In an unexpected move, municipal commissioner Bhushan Gagrani made an appearance and attempted to placate the workers. However, his efforts proved unsuccessful, with the unions announcing that they will hold a vote on July 8 to decide whether to continue the protest. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The BMC's Solid Waste Management Department had issued a tender on May 14, 2025. As per the tender, cleaning and transport operations are to be carried out by contractors under an 'area-based' system. The plan involves handing over waste collection and disposal work across 22 wards to private firms. Currently, this work is handled by permanent civic workers and some contract workers. At Tuesday's gathering, Gagrani said, 'You all work hard to keep Mumbai clean. But the city's waste is increasing, and managing it is becoming more complex. The challenge is not just cleaning roads, but matching the cleanliness standards of modern global cities.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo He added that, after thorough study, the decision to adopt a 'service-based' model for cleanliness was taken, and the tender issued accordingly. 'We are willing to move ahead only after understanding your concerns and with your agreement,' he assured. 'This tender does not mean existing municipal workers will be removed. No employee will be laid off,' he stated. After his speech, Gagrani left the venue. But despite his assurances, the unions maintained their stance and said the protest plan remains in place. Municipal Union general secretary Ramakant Bane said a vote will be held across approximately 400 locations on July 8 to decide on the strike. 'If everyone feels we should keep up the protest, we will then all go to Vidhan Sabha and seek a meeting with the Chief Minister. The BMC administration has not been very receptive to our concerns,' said Bane. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Work together under new state prez Naraparaju Ramachander Rao: Bandi Sanjay to cadre
HYDERABAD: BJP MP and Union minister Bandi Sanjay on Tuesday advised party workers not to fall into the trap of Congress and BRS trying to sow seeds of division. Speaking at a meeting after the appointment of new BJP state president, he said those who have trolled their party disappeared over time. He emphasised that there were no groups within the BJP and their only captain is Prime Minister Narendra Modi . Bandi said that anyone can aspire to be party president, but the decision of the leadership must be followed. He called upon everyone to work together under new state president N Ramchander Rao's leadership. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Praising Ramchander Rao, Bandi recalled his selfless service for the party. He said that Rao's contributions as a student leader, party legal advisor and MLC are unforgettable. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Body of Telangana worker who died of ill-health in Tel Aviv arrives today
HYDERABAD: The mortal remains of Revella Ravinder, a 57-year-old worker from Jagtial, who died in a hospital bunker during the Israel-Iran conflict, will be brought back to Telangana on Wednesday. Ravinder was undergoing treatment for a heart ailment at Sourasky Medical Centre in Tel Aviv. Amid missile attacks from Iran on the city in June, patients, including Ravinder, were moved to underground safety bunkers. He passed away on June 16. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
