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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
RWITC members divided over devpt of clubhouse
Mumbai: Following the much-awaited nod from the BMC to build a multi-storey clubhouse, the 1,800-odd members of the Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC), who enjoy voting rights, are divided over how to proceed with the proposed development of the new state-of-the-art turf clubhouse at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Some members are of the opinion that should there be a proposal to sponsor the construction of the modern clubhouse from Adar Poonawalla , CEO of the Serum Institute of India , as is being rumoured, it should not be accepted. These members said a new membership programme should be unveiled which will provide enough money to achieve the target of a swanky clubhouse. Then there are others who are of the opinion that Adar should be allowed to sponsor the construction while the income generated through the new memberships will add to the coffers of the club. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai "This swelled coffer can be utilised to provide more facilities at more subsidised rates to us," said one member. There are also some who said that apart from accepting Adar's offer, the new membership should be opened in phases. "This way, membership charges can be enhanced on the basis of responses that we get," said one of them. Meanwhile, sources say that Adar's rumoured initial offer to sponsor the construction of the clubhouse on behalf of his father Cyrus Poonawalla , is likely to get shared by his uncle Zavaray Poonawalla who now wants to be part of the legacy that his elder brother's family may wish to leave in the new clubhouse. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo According to sources, the RWITC managing committee has received a letter in this regard signed jointly by Adar and Zavaray. TOI tried to reach both Adar and Zavaray for their reaction, but there was no response from either of them. Two years ago, Zavaray's son Yohan had funded nearly Rs 12 crore towards the renovation work of the Pune Turf Club House. Zavaray, the younger brother of Cyrus Poonawalla, had contributed in helping not only the RWITC survive the ill-effects of Covid-19, but he also lent a helping hand to other racing clubs in the country in fighting Covid-induced financial setbacks. He has spent crores of rupees in various forms of sponsorships at other racing clubs in the country over the past six years and continues to do so. Meanwhile, RWITC sources say Cyrus Poonawalla has also now offered Rs 16 crore to sponsor the Indian Derby for the next four years. It is for the first time that the Poonawalla family has decided to associate with the most prestigious race in the country which is run on the first Sunday of Feb every year.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PIL in SC seeks FIR against Raj, MNS workers for ‘mob violence'
Mumbai: A public interest litigation filed in the seeks registration of an FIR against (MNS) leader and his party workers for indulging in "mob violence" by assaulting people from other states who are unable to speak Marathi and urges that such illegal activities need to be curbed with an iron hand. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It also seeks the derecognition of MNS. "Such activities of Raj Thackeray and his so-called political workers, if not stopped forthwith, will in no time assume the character of complete lawlessness. Resultantly, people will be prone to take the law into their own hands, which would be inconceivable in a civilised society that respects the rule of law," states advocate Ghanshyam Upadhyay. Citing the April 16 and 17 GRs that introduced Hindi as a third language in primary schools, Upadhyay in his petition states that Thackeray, "in desperation to occupy some seats" in the forthcoming BMC elections, decided to "encash the opportunity". He has been making "fiery speeches" against Hindi-speaking people from UP, Bihar, MP and Rajasthan who settled in Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai, Thane and Pune. His speeches "instigate people to come on the street, and something which started as opposing Hindi has led to Marathi being imposed on people who do not speak Marathi or have come from other states". Following withdrawals of the GRs, at a July 5 rally, Thackeray "justified that people who do not speak Marathi should be hit below their eardrums". At his instance, his "goons/political workers" were assaulting and beating up such people and even dismantling/destroying their business establishments/shops, etc. After a Rajasthani businessman from Mira Bhayander was beaten up, Thackeray "publicly proclaimed these are trailers. .." Upadhyay alleges Thackeray's "love for Marathi is seasonal". Upadhyay further states that "Raj Thackeray thinks that by invoking Marathi pride, he and Uddhav Thackeray could do wonders by consolidating Marathi votes" for winning BMC elections. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "The love and affection of Raj Thackeray is not for the Marathi language but with an eye on Mumbai municipal corporation elections, and these tantrums are blown out of proportion with an oblique and ulterior motive of gaining advantage" in the elections. Stating that since acts of Thackeray and his party workers constitute cognisable offences, including "endangering the sovereignty, integrity, and unity of India," on July 10, Upadhyay wrote to the PM, home minister, Maharashtra chief minister, Election Commission of India, and State Election Commission to ensure an FIR is forthwith registered and MNS's recognition is withdrawn. "However, no action was taken. .. with the result that people were living under the constant shadow of fear of being assaulted, beaten up, insulted, and humiliated by Raj Thackeray and his political workers." Therefore, he said, he approached the SC.
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
BMC council meet after 3 months, but civic issues nowhere on agenda
Bhopal: The forthcoming Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) council meeting continues to sidestep pressing public concerns like deteriorating roads and monsoon drainage problems. According to sources, the agenda centres on new immersion ghats, Amrut 2.0 initiatives, and location naming matters. The corporation has distributed the meeting agenda to all councillors for the July 24 session. As part of the upcoming council agenda, there's a proposal to rename Old Ashoka Garden to Ram Bagh, and to designate the junction near Vivekanand Park as Vivekanand Chowk. The meeting at ISBT, commencing on July 24, will begin by acknowledging sanitation workers and residents for Bhopal's achievement of second position nationally amongst cities. Seasonal greetings for Sawan and upcoming festivities will follow. A 60-minute question session precedes the primary agenda discussion. The administration has already issued the formal agenda. The council convenes after a three-month and 21-day interval, with the previous meeting held on April 3, despite bi-monthly meeting requirements. The MIC holds authority to postpone council meetings up to one year. The opposition Congress party continues submitting appeals to the divisional commissioner for regular council sessions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo BMC chairman Kishan Suryavanshi requested BMC commissioner Harendra Narayan via correspondence to address waterlogging, road conditions, drainage maintenance and ward-level sewage concerns for residents' monsoon convenience. The agenda includes establishing immersion facilities at four city locations, recently approved by the Mayor-in-Council. New sites are planned at Barkatullah University campus, Neelbadh, Sanjeev Nagar, Malipura and Prempura, requiring Rs 25.08 crore. Additional items include Amrut 2.0 tenders and renaming Old Ashoka Garden to Ram Bagh and Parihar Chauraha to Vivekanand Chowk. The opposition seeks discussion regarding the public toilet fee increase from Rs 6 to Rs 10 across 25 facilities, suggesting improper implementation benefiting Sulabh International.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Historic Swadeshi Market in Kalbadevi sees two factions battle over redevelopment goldmine
Mumbai: A century old textile market in South Mumbai has become the site of a pitched battle over its redevelopment. The historic 130-year-old Swadeshi Market building in Kalbadevi is witnessing a tug of war between the incumbent committee and a rival faction over rebuilding the dilapidated five-storey structure. On Friday a group of residents and tenants led a protest, demanding that redevelopment be sped up. Their coordinator Anil Beniwal said, "The directors of the market want redevelopment and tenants want it too. This group held an agitation against a few residents who are stalling the process. The building is in sorry shape and a mishap can occur at any time." Another trader said, "The standoff is between two groups seeking control over the redevelopment process. A fracas erupted during the AGM (annual general meeting) which resulted in another stalemate. The matter has gone to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) court. Moreover, the society needs to hold elections and that is another prolonged affair." You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai Mukesh More, who owns three apartments in Swadeshi Market building said, "This two acre plot holds immense potential. We have been approached by reputed developers offering us a good deal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Even the jewellers of Zaveri Bazar have shown interest, saying they want to expand and build a gold souk like the one in Dubai. But a handful of traders are opposed to this because their businesses are faring well. They are seeking control and want the present management to step down to make way for them. " More said the plot is a goldmine of opportunity worth Rs 4,500 crore in redevelopment potential. He claimed a leading politician from the BJP was supporting their "struggle". Meanwhile the BMC has issued notices threatening to disconnect electricity and water supply. Residents say that a fortnight ago, the civic body demolished parts of the dangerous upper storeys. "We will approach them to not cut off amenities. Else we will seek political intervention," More said. When contacted, BMC officials clarified that the eviction notice was issued by Mhada (which owns the property). "The building has been classified as C1 in the structural audit by M/s Capstone Consultants Pvt Ltd. and C Ward conveyed this to Mhada. However, after securing an NOC from Mhada, only partial repair work was undertaken, leaving the rest of the dilapidated structure as it is," said an official from BMC. Mhada officials did not respond to TOI's request for comment. Trader Nitin Shah who owns an 80-year-old family business in Swadeshi Market said, "We all want redevelopment since the market is 130 years old. In fact the authorities have begun demolishing portions of the upper storeys. So although the ground floor is stable, if the higher levels collapse we will surely suffer."
Indian Express
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
54 containers carrying parts for Goregaon Mulund Link Road arrive from Japan
The ambitious Rs 6,500 crore Goregaon Mulund Link Road (GMLR) is set to witness a key threshold as at least 54 trailers comprising parts of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), which will bore the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) project's twin tunnels, have arrived from Japan into Mumbai. With the final consignment of the first TBM slated to arrive by next month the work on the tunnel with a diameter of 14.5 metre will begin. GMLR's twin TBM tunnels will be amongst the widest road tunnel projects undertaken by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Pegged at a cost of nearly Rs. 6500 crore, the GMLR is an ambitious project which aims to alleviate congestion by linking Goregaon in the western suburbs to Mulund in the eastern suburbs. A crucial part of the GMLR project are the 6.65-km long twin tunnels which will start from Film City in the western suburbs and open near Mulund's Amar Junction, which currently houses a huge slum pocket. The GMLR tunnels will surpass the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), covering a complex topography of hillocks, forest and farmlands. The twin tunnels will be built using two TBM machines, which will commence boring from the launching shaft in Film City. Abhijit Bangar, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Projects) confirmed with The Indian Express that trailers containing parts of the first TBM machine started arriving from Japan in late March, this year. 'A total of 77 containers carrying parts of the first TBM machine will be arriving in the city. We received the first consignment on March 25. As many as 54 containers have already arrived and the balance of 23 containers will be received in the coming month,' said Bangar. According to officials, the remaining parts of the TBM machine are expected to arrive by August 15. Arriving from Japan, the containers are being unloaded at the JNPT port from where the consignments are being ferried in trailers up to the worksite. The parts of the first TBM will be assembled over a period of four months, after all the containers are received. Gearing up for the process, the civic body is currently undertaking piling works at the Goregaon work site at the launch shaft where the TBM tunnels will be lowered. Meanwhile, the consignments on the second TBM machine is slated to arrive in the city from December 2025. Raking beneath the SNGP, the TBMs are slated to dig a 5.30-kilometre tunnel before finally achieving its breakthrough at Mulund's Amar Nagar Junction, where the other end of the tunnel is proposed to open. Of the total 6.65-km tunnel length, nearly 1.35 km will be made up the approach roads and the box-tunnel, while nearly 5.30 km will comprise the portion dug by the tunnel boring machine.
