18 Jun 2026

Two Adani Group-operated airports in India have been included in the Prix Versailles World’s Most Beautiful Airports List 2026, highlighting growing international recognition of the country’s aviation infrastructure and design standards. Navi Mumbai International Airport’s Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, were selected among seven airports worldwide recognised for architectural excellence, sustainability, cultural identity and passenger experience. The annual Prix Versailles awards, presented at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, celebrate outstanding architectural achievements globally. The recognition places the two Indian airport projects alongside airports in Guangzhou, Frankfurt, Kandal Stueng, Pittsburgh and San Diego. Three facilities from the shortlist will later receive global awards for architecture, interior design or exterior design.Read more

16 Jun 2026

• The Maharashtra government has approved a INR 5,575 crore expansion of the Navi Mumbai Metro network, covering Metro Line 1A and Line 2.
• The project will create a 28-km corridor connecting Sagar Sangam with the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport and add 13 new stations to the network.
• Approved as part of a broader INR 22,611 crore infrastructure package, the expansion aims to strengthen airport connectivity, improve urban mobility and enhance public transport integration across Navi Mumbai.Read more

14 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) conducted a special cleanliness drive at several railway stations across the city, removing around 1.5 tonnes of waste as part of a week-long sanitation campaign organised to mark World Environment Day. The exercise covered Turbhe, Ghansoli, Vashi, Nerul, Digha and Rabale railway stations and adjoining areas, with more than 125 sanitation workers participating in the operation. The civic body said the initiative was undertaken to maintain cleanliness standards at high-footfall public locations and to preserve Navi Mumbai’s standing among India’s cleanest cities. NMMC has also written to CIDCO seeking the transfer of maintenance responsibilities for 11 railway stations within its jurisdiction.Read more

14 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has received the ‘Excellence in Renewable Energy-Led Urban Governance’ award at the Maharashtra Energy Expo Awards 2026 in recognition of its initiatives in renewable energy and sustainable urban development. The award, presented by Solar Quarter, acknowledges the civic body's implementation of solar power projects across public infrastructure, large-scale deployment of solar and LED street lighting, and energy conservation measures. NMMC has installed solar energy systems across 25 public buildings and 50 public facilities, generating over 350,000 units of renewable energy annually. The recognition also highlights the corporation's upcoming 100 MW floating solar project at Morbe Dam, which is expected to significantly expand clean energy generation and support long-term sustainability objectives.Read more

14 Jun 2026

Navi Mumbai Mayor Sujata Patil conducted a review of the water supply situation in Ghansoli, Airoli and Digha following the restoration of services after a three-day shutdown. While complaints regarding muddy water have reduced significantly, the mayor inspected water samples collected from households and interacted with residents and elected representatives to assess supply quality. Concerns were raised regarding water supplied by MIDC, ageing pipelines in gaothan and slum areas, and water wastage across the city. Patil suggested regular testing of MIDC water and the establishment of a dedicated water treatment facility in Digha. She also urged citizens to conserve water as Morbe Dam's storage level has fallen to 14.94 per cent and directed action against unauthorised use of potable water at construction sites.Read more

14 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) highlighted the role of textile waste recycling in promoting environmental sustainability and women's empowerment during a World Environment Day programme held at the Textile Recovery Facility (TRF) in CBD Belapur. The facility, established through a partnership involving the Ministry of Textiles' Textile Committee, NMMC, Tisser Artisan Trust, IDH and SBI Foundation, focuses on recycling discarded textiles into usable products while creating livelihood opportunities for women. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde said the initiative demonstrates how circular economy practices can help address fabric waste, develop new skills among women and generate employment. The event also brought together government officials, industry representatives and self-help groups to discuss sustainable livelihood opportunities linked to textile recycling.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has undertaken a city-wide awareness campaign to educate residents, housing societies and institutions about the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, which came into effect on 1 April 2026. As part of activities organised around World Environment Day, civic teams conducted outreach programmes between 5 and 11 June across residential societies and colonies in all eight ward office jurisdictions. The campaign focused on waste segregation at source, mandatory disposal practices and compliance requirements under the new regulations. Officials also highlighted the obligation for bulk waste generators producing more than 100 kg of waste per day to establish on-site waste processing facilities. The initiative forms part of NMMC's efforts to improve waste management practices and strengthen citizen participation in environmental sustainability programmes across the city.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has carried out an intensive cleanliness drive along the Sion–Panvel Highway as part of a citywide sanitation campaign organised to mark World Environment Day. Conducted between June 6 and June 10, the initiative covered key stretches of the highway passing through the municipal area, including Konkan Bhavan Circle, Uran Phata, LP Junction, Shiravane Phata, Juinagar Station and Vashi. A total of 148 sanitation workers participated in the operation, removing around 2.5 tonnes of waste and accumulated soil. The campaign forms part of NMMC’s broader special cleanliness programme running from June 5 to June 12, which focuses on high-footfall locations, neglected public spaces, railway stations, water bodies and informal settlements across the city.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has invited applications from eligible organisations and associations for the nomination of members to the Navi Mumbai Town Vending Committee under the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014. The nominations are being sought under provisions of the Maharashtra Street Vendors Rules, 2016 for representatives from non-governmental organisations, community-based organisations, resident welfare associations, traders' associations and marketing associations. Applications must be submitted within 15 days from 11 June 2026. The committee plays a key role in implementing policies related to street vending, regulating vending activities and protecting the livelihoods of street vendors. Interested organisations are required to fulfil prescribed eligibility criteria, including registration status, operational experience and compliance with legal and financial requirements.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) marked World Environment Day by undertaking a plantation drive at Parsik Hill, where more than 200 native tree saplings were planted in collaboration with Heartfulness Institute and Adani Realty. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde highlighted the importance of tree plantation and conservation amid rising temperatures and growing environmental concerns. The civic body also carried out plantation activities across all eight administrative divisions of Navi Mumbai, planting over 2,000 trees. As part of a broader environmental initiative, NMMC has set a target of planting one lakh trees over the next year, with a focus on native species, biodiversity conservation and sustainable maintenance through the use of treated wastewater.Read more

13 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) marked World Environment Day by inaugurating a plastic bottle crusher machine at its headquarters and unveiling a series of environmental initiatives aimed at promoting waste segregation and plastic reduction. Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde urged civic officials and employees to act as ambassadors for cleanliness and environmental protection, encouraging the use of cloth bags and source-level waste segregation. The bottle crusher machine, installed through a CSR partnership involving Atos, Rotary Club and Biocrux, rewards citizens for recycling plastic bottles. NMMC also announced plans to install 12 such machines across hospitals and markets, while introducing school-based tree nurseries and a seed bank programme to strengthen environmental awareness among younger generations.Read more

11 Jun 2026

Global investment research firm Morningstar has leased an additional 32,551 sq ft of office space at Wadhwa Group’s Vishwaroop IT Park in Vashi, Mumbai, strengthening its presence within the commercial asset. The nine-year lease is expected to generate around INR 43.54 crore in rental revenue for the developer through 2034. Following the transaction, Morningstar’s total occupancy at the project has increased to 4.45 lakh sq ft. The fully leased office development spans 6.25 lakh sq ft of built-up area and generates annual rental income of about INR 75 crore. The deal comes amid sustained demand for office space across India, with the country’s office market recording a record 29.9 million sq ft of leasing activity during the January–March 2026 quarter.Read more

10 Jun 2026

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has rolled out an extensive monsoon preparedness strategy across Metro Lines 2A, 2B, 7 and 9 to ensure uninterrupted operations during the rainy season. The plan includes deployment of 2,496 CCTV cameras, 30 emergency water pumps, five standby trains, a 24x7 disaster control room and AI-enabled monitoring systems. Special attention has been given to Metro Lines 2B and 9, which are experiencing their first operational monsoon. The initiative also covers flood mitigation, infrastructure maintenance, passenger communication, weather monitoring and coordinated emergency response mechanisms.Read more

07 Jun 2026

Nexus Seawoods Mall in Navi Mumbai has launched the fourth edition of its Denim & Sneaker Fest, a retail-focused shopping event running until June 21. Timed to coincide with the back-to-school and college shopping season, the festival brings together a range of international and domestic fashion brands showcasing denim apparel and sneaker collections. Alongside product launches and seasonal promotions, the event features consumer engagement activities including sneaker customisation workshops, denim upcycling sessions and interactive DIY stations. The initiative forms part of the mall's efforts to drive footfall and retail spending during the summer shopping period by offering a mix of fashion-focused experiences, promotional campaigns and brand activations across its retail premises.Read more

06 Jun 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has initiated discussions with environmental organisations, researchers and industry stakeholders to position the city as a recycling hub through a series of circular economy and waste management initiatives. At a special meeting chaired by Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, proposals ranging from plaster of Paris (POP) idol recycling and decentralised waste management to textile recycling, biomass briquettes and biodegradable alternatives to single-use plastics were reviewed. The civic body is also considering a recycling project proposed by the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai. The discussions come as NMMC prepares for the implementation of Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, while seeking sustainable solutions for festival idol immersion, urban biodiversity conservation and citizen participation in environmental governance.Read more

06 Jun 2026

• Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has intensified water quality testing across Belapur and Nerul after residents reported discoloured and turbid water following a two-day water supply shutdown.
• Mayor Sujata Patil and Deputy Mayor Dashrath Bhagat reviewed water sample testing conducted across residential sectors, villages and slum settlements.
• Laboratory tests indicate that water supplied across the city meets international potable water standards despite temporary turbidity caused by sediment movement in pipelines.
• NMMC has directed officials to inspect potential pipeline leakages and undertake washout operations in affected areas.
• The civic body has urged housing societies to clean underground and overhead water tanks and use water judiciously amid limited reservoir reserves before the monsoon.Read more

02 Jun 2026

• The Supreme Court has ruled that the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) is the competent authority to levy and collect property tax in the Thane Trans Creek (TTC)-MIDC industrial area.
• The judgment brings an end to a legal dispute that has been ongoing for more than two decades between industrial associations and civic authorities over taxation powers in the corridor.
• The ruling clarifies the distinction between municipal taxes and service charges collected by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), while also addressing the applicability of tax exemptions in the industrial belt.
• The decision is expected to pave the way for recovery of substantial pending property tax dues from industrial units operating in the region.Read more

31 May 2026

• The Supreme Court has upheld the authority of the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) to levy and collect property tax in the TTC MIDC industrial area.
• The ruling resolves a legal dispute pending since 2010 involving a small-scale industries association challenging the civic body’s jurisdiction over the industrial zone.
• The court clarified that ‘tax’ and ‘fee’ are legally distinct, stating that MIDC can levy service-related charges but not municipal taxes.
• The judgement was delivered after examining provisions under the Maharashtra Municipal Corporations Act, MID Act, 1961, and MRTP Act, 1966.
• NMMC Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde has appealed to industrial units to clear pending property tax dues and contribute towards urban infrastructure development.Read more

31 May 2026

• Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation will conduct elections for the City Street Vendors Committee on June 4 under Maharashtra’s street vendor election rules.
• Eight members from the street vendor community are to be elected as part of the 20-member committee structure.
• Elections will be held for one reserved women’s seat and two general category seats, while four reserved-category seats have been declared uncontested.
• One Scheduled Tribe seat will remain vacant after no nominations were received for the category.
• Scrutiny of nominations was completed in the past week, with two applications rejected and seven candidates withdrawing from the contest before the final deadline.Read more

31 May 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has announced a 10 per cent reduction in water supply across its jurisdiction and parts of the CIDCO node from May 25 due to declining water levels in the Morbe dam reservoir. The civic body said the move was taken as a precautionary step following forecasts of deficient monsoon conditions linked to El Niño and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). Evening water supply will remain suspended twice a week in different nodes including Belapur, Nerul, Vashi, Ghansoli and Airoli. Authorities stated that there is currently no immediate shortage, but conservation measures are necessary to manage supplies for this year and the next.Read more