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Mumbai High Court Shuts Down Kanjurmarg Dumping Ground, Orders 3-Month Forest Restoration
In a major embarrassment to the Maharashtra Government and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the Mumbai High Court has quashed an earlier order passed in 2009, which led to the de-notification of the ‘protected forest’ land and the creation of a dumping ground.
The Mumbai High Court observed that the land was salt pan land and, over time, had led to a rich growth of mangroves.
The High Court restored the 120 hectares of the Kanjurmarg dumping ground site as a protected forest area under the Forest Conservation Act (FCA) and instructed the BMC to restore the land to its original state within three months.
On Friday, the High Court’s judgment forced the BMC to halt the process of inviting tenders to set up a 66 MW waste-to-energy plant at the Kanjurmarg landfill site.
The project envisaged converting almost 50% of the 6,000 MTD of waste generated in the city into energy.
The BMC had also initiated work on an integrated solid waste management project, which aimed to process 5,000 MTD through a waste-to-energy plant, biomethanation, and a composting plant at Kanjurmarg.
The case was heard by a High Court bench comprising Justices GS Kulkarni and Somasekhar, and the bench ruled that the process of de-notification was incorrect, untenable, and in divergence with provisions of the FCA.
The case stemmed from a writ petition filed in 2013 by the nonprofit organisation Vanashakti, which challenged the environmental clearance granted for establishing a landfill on the plot located next to Thane Creek.
The plot was originally classified as a protected forest, but in 2006, the High Court permitted the BMC to use it as a dumping ground based on the civic body’s assurance that no mangroves would be harmed.
However, in 2009, the entire area was de-notified as a protected forest, a move that directly contradicted the provisions of the Forest Conservation Act.
The State Government argued that the notification in 2009 merely corrected a discrepancy in the forest notification and was carried out under the powers vested under the General Clauses Act, 1897, and therefore negated the need to go through the process stipulated under the FCA.
However, this contention was challenged by NGO Vanashakti, which stated that the Kanjurmarg landfill falls under the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) and causes health hazards.
The High Court’s decision is likely to be challenged in the Supreme Court.
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Today’s Silver Rate in Mumbai (November 8, 2025)
Silver rates in Mumbai today are: Silver 10g – Rs 1,524, Silver 100g – Rs 15,240, and Silver 1kg – Rs 1,52,400. These prices may change during the day, but this is the latest in the city.
In Mumbai, silver is popular. Many people buy it for weddings and festivals, or just as a simple investment. It is cheaper than gold, so even small buyers can afford to invest. Shopkeepers and jewellers in Zaveri Bazaar and other old markets often use these rates when dealing with customers.
Silver prices in Mumbai are affected by global rates, the value of the rupee, and demand in the city. When the rupee falls against the dollar or when global silver goes up, rates in Mumbai also rise. Also, during festivals like Diwali or Gudi Padwa, demand usually increases, which can push the price up.
Compared with gold, which is much costlier (gold rates are always given for 10g weight), silver is still a more common choice for gifting and daily use items. Some people also buy silver coins or bars for savings.
You should check rates before you buy. Prices can change even within a day based on market trends. Also, jewellers may add making charges or GST, so ask for the full price before giving any money.
Mumbai has many options for buying silver, from big showrooms to small street-side shops. But check purity before buying. Silver is usually sold as 999 or 925 purity; higher is better for investment.
No one can predict prices for sure. If you plan to buy, watch the rate and buy when it suits your budget.
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Mumbai Gold Rates Update November 8, 2025
Gold rates in Mumbai today for 10 grams are as follows. Gold 24k: Rs 1,22,010 rupees. Gold 22k: Rs 1,11,840 rupees. Gold 18k: Rs 91,510 rupees. These prices change often, so it’s smart to check them before deciding on any purchase.
Mumbai is a big center for gold in India. Many people here buy gold for weddings, festivals, or saving. Big markets like Zaveri Bazaar are always busy, especially during the wedding season and Akshaya Tritiya. Local jewellers set their prices using these standard rates, but making charges and GST can increase the final bill.
There are many reasons the gold price moves. International gold prices, the value of the rupee, and demand all make a difference. When the rupee is weak or global prices go up, rates rise in Mumbai too. During festivals, demand is high, so sometimes prices go up a bit more.
Gold is often seen as a safe way to invest. But you should know prices can fall too. If you plan to buy gold jewellery, ask about making charges. These are different at every shop. Also, check the hallmark for purity.
Many people in Mumbai also invest in gold coins or gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This is popular with those who don’t want to worry about storing jewellery.
Today’s gold prices are higher than last year. That’s why many families are careful about how much gold they buy. For the best deal, compare prices at a few well-known shops before you decide. That way, you avoid paying too much, and you know exactly what you are getting.
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Mumbai Train Accident: Two Dead, Three Injured After Suburban Service Halted Due to Protest
A sudden protest by Central Railway employees at Mumbai’s CSMT disrupted peak-hour train services, causing chaos and tragedy. Two people died and three were injured after being hit by a train near Sandhurst Road as passengers walked along the tracks.
A tragic incident occurred on the Central Railway line in Mumbai on Thursday evening. A sudden protest by railway employees at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) disrupted train services during peak hours.
Crucially this sudden disruption caused chaos at the stations with people resorting to walking on the tracks. Tragically this resulted in the death of two people and injuries to three others near Sandhurst Road railway station.
According to police officials the accident occurred around 6:50 PM. A group of passengers including three women and two men reportedly got off a stopped train and began walking on the tracks.
They were heading towards the next station when a down fast local train struck them.
The deceased have been identified as 19-year-old Heli Momaiya and an unidentified male passenger. The injured, Yafisa Chogle (62), Khushboo Momaiya (45) and Kaif Chogle (22), were taken to Sir JJ Hospital where two remain admitted.
Significantly the sudden protest began after an FIR was registered against two Central Railway engineers in connection with an accident in Mumbra on June 9 in which five passengers fell from a moving train.
Railway unions termed the FIR “wrong” and launched a sudden strike around 5:30 PM preventing motormen and train managers from operating services. Operations at CSMT were halted for about an hour stranding thousands of commuters across the city.
Following intervention by senior officials services resumed around 6:45 PM. However the disruption had already caused chaos and overcrowding at major stations such as Masjid Bunder, Dockyard Road, and Thane.
Not only that but frustrated by the lack of announcements many passengers started walking on the tracks further exacerbating the crisis.
The passenger association condemned this protest calling it “irresponsible and dangerous.” More than 30 trains were canceled and many others were delayed. Authorities are now investigating the incident and its causes.
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