BMC has achieved only 66 per cent of its post-monsoon nullah desilting target for 2025–26, with western suburbs and the Mithi river lagging far behind. The shortfall raises concerns as pre-monsoon desilting for 2026–27 begins on April 1

A Mumbai mother and her young daughter study in the same school, inspiring their neighbourhood. Married young, the woman returned to education and now prepares for SSC exams while juggling household duties and motherhood, with strong family and school support