The rapid growth of factory farming in Asia for livestock and seafood poses enormous environmental and forced labour risks, in addition to threats to public safety and health, according to a report

Meanwhile in Thane, which witnesses high decibel levels during Gokulashtami celebrations saw lesser number of events organised as compared to last year

There has been an increase in the number of cases related to the mosquito-borne disease detected in BMC's L ward near Kapadia Nagar area.

The petitioner also wants MMRCL to pay compensation of Rs 10,000 per day for hardships caused by the construction activity

Schools under the state were asked to ensure that no High in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) food should be sold in school canteens through a GR issued on May 8.

NGO carried out survey along city's coast to find out causes of the problem

Ahead of the festival season in the city, the Azad Maidan police have started issuing pamphlets to Mandals and citizens in residential societies to curb noise pollution before and during festivals.

Sea water tested at Juhu beach, Charni Road were found consistently polluted

Untreated chemical effluents from various industries are released into River Ulhas

Statistics show a steep rise in the spread of H1N1 virus in the city