The Mumbai Police have launched a new campaign to curb noise pollution in the city. The campaign, called "No Honking", aims to raise awareness about the dangers of honking and encourage motorists to honk only when necessary.
As part of the campaign, the police will be conducting awareness drives and enforcement actions. They will also be deploying volunteers to educate motorists about the importance of not honking.
The police are hoping that the campaign will help to reduce noise pollution in the city and make it a more livable place.
Mumbai records first Covid-19 death of 2024
A 75-year-old man died of Covid-19 in Mumbai on January 7, 2024. This is the first Covid-19 death in the city in the new year.
The man was suffering from comorbidities, including diabetes and hypertension. He was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai on January 5, 2024, and died two days later.
The death of this man is a reminder that Covid-19 is still a serious threat, even in a city like Mumbai that has been relatively well-protected from the virus.
Mumbai's longest sea bridge to be inaugurated
India's longest sea bridge, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, will be inaugurated on January 12, 2024. The bridge is 5.6 kilometers long and connects the Bandra and Worli neighborhoods of Mumbai.
The bridge was built by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) at a cost of ₹1,600 crore. It is expected to reduce travel time between Bandra and Worli by at least 30 minutes.
The inauguration of the bridge is a major milestone for Mumbai. It will improve connectivity between the city's two most important business districts and help to reduce traffic congestion.
Other unique news from Mumbai
- A group of school students from Mumbai have developed a new app to help people with visual impairment. The app uses artificial intelligence to identify objects and provide descriptions of them.
- A team of researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) have developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient and affordable than existing solar panels.
- A group of entrepreneurs from Mumbai have launched a new social enterprise that provides affordable housing to low-income families.
These are just a few of the latest and unique news stories from Mumbai. The city is a vibrant and dynamic place with a lot to offer.