Mumbai Smart News

Complete lockdown ruled out in Maharashtra

January 07, 2022 02:45 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MB

With the number of Covid cases rising rapidly in Maharashtra, the state government is considering augmented restrictions, instead of a complete lockdown. Tune in to know the decisions that were taken at a Covid review meeting chaired by Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.

BMC notifies fresh Covid guidelines

January 06, 2022 02:28 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MB

Amid an alarming rise in daily Covid-19 infections in Maharashtra, including cases of the Omicron variant, BMC has issued fresh guidelines to enhance surveillance of international travelers arriving at Mumbai and Maharashtra University. Tune in with Rohini to know all about it.

Will Mumbai go into a lockdown?

January 05, 2022 03:53 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MB

Mayor Kishori Pednekar said if the daily COVID-19 cases here cross the 20,000-mark, a lockdown will be imposed in the city as per the Union government's rules. What were yesterday's covid numbers? What are the chances of undergoing a lockdown? Tune in with Rohini to know all.

'Covid-19 will end in 2022 if...': WHO chief lists one condition

January 03, 2022 23:30 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

WHO's Director-General said 'as enter the third year of the Covid-19 pandemic, I'm confident that this will be the year we end it - but only if we do it together'. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss what the official said on the rising Covid cases in this episode.

Mumbai records massive jump in fresh Covid cases in 24 hours

December 29, 2021 23:30 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MB

Mumbai on Wednesday recorded 2,510 new infections in the last 24 hours. The tally is more than 80 per cent of the daily cases recorded in the Maharashtra capital a day ago at 1,333. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin update you on the Covid numbers of the city.

How deployment of more marshals by BMC can impact your New Year party?

December 28, 2021 23:30 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

BMC is set to increase its deployment of marshals across all 24 administrative wards in the city from the current 700 to an unspecified number to control crowds as well as monitor mask violations in public places. Tune in with Rohini & Sachin Kalbag to know how these marshals can impact your New Year party!

PM Modi's big announcements in address to nation

December 28, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

In his address to the nation, what were the major things the Prime Minister said and how do these announcements matter to us? Tune in with Rohini & Sachin Kalbag to know more!

Key Points to Know Before Arriving in India

December 23, 2021 02:12 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MB

If you are travelling to India, especially from "at-risk" nations, Rohini & Sachin will tell you everything you need to know about Covid test, quarantine norms and more.

BMC nod must for any gatherings of more than 200 people

December 22, 2021 02:16 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MB

Ahead of Christmas and New Year celebrations, BMC has tightened rules regarding gatherings, parties, weddings, and other get-togethers in commercial and public places. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin tells you how you should party this year.

Omicron-driven third wave likely to arrive early next year

December 21, 2021 02:02 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

The head of the Covid Supermodel panel said the number of cases would depend on the ability of Omicron to escape vaccine-induced immunity and natural immunity by prior exposure to the virus. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talk about the Covid Supermodel committee report in this episode.

BMC chief warns violators ahead of festive season, urges caution

December 20, 2021 01:56 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MB

The BMC on Saturday issued a fresh advisory for citizens ahead of the festive week in the wake of a number of cases of the highly contagious Omicron variant being reported from across the city and state. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talk about the BMC chief's warning in this episode.

No leeway for X’mas NY bashes yet

December 17, 2021 02:13 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MB

With the outbreak of the Omicron variant ahead of Christmas and New Year celebrations, the BMC plans to strictly enforce Covid-19 norms with regards to hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and other festive haunts. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Section 144 imposed in Mumbai till New Year’s Eve.

Malaria hits 3-year high in Mumbai, dengue cases up too

December 16, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MB

Malaria hits a 3-year high in Mumbai and the head of the insecticide department, Rajan Naringrekar stated that nearly 70% of malaria cases can be attached to the metro work. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the factors related to increasing dengue in this episode.

Omicron effect: Schools reluctant to begin offline classes

December 15, 2021 02:52 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

The re-opening of schools across Mumbai has made many worried about handling more students on campus at a time when the country is witnessing rising cases of the Omicron variant. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss why schools are being reluctant to begin offline classes.

Amid Omicron concerns, test positivity rate stays below 1% in Mumbai

December 14, 2021 01:30 - 4 minutes - 4.24 MB

Although Mumbai has recorded five positive Omicron cases in the past week, the overall positivity rate is below 1%, with the daily caseload for Covid cases steady at less than 300 for the four weeks. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Covid19 positivity rate in this episode.

Mumbai Police imposed Section 144 for the weekend

December 13, 2021 02:53 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MB

The police on Friday imposed Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) within Mumbai Commissionerate limits prohibiting rallies and protest marches over the weekend that went by. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Section 144 status in Mumbai.

BMC to get kit for faster Omicron detection

December 10, 2021 02:00 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MB

BMC has procured S-gene detecting RT-PCR kits for faster detection of the Omicron cases. The absence of the S-gene can be a marker indicating that the variant can be Omicron. Tune in as Rohini talks about the Omicron testing process in this episode.

15 million yet to get a jab in Maharashtra

December 09, 2021 02:37 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MB

As many as 15 million people in Maharashtra are yet to take even a single dose of the vaccine, while the state’s full vaccination or the two-dose coverage has reached 48%. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Maharashtra Government plan to tackle the Omicron crisis.

BMC asks citizens to stay calm, follow guidelines

December 08, 2021 02:32 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MB

The first Omicron cases reported in Mumbai prompted authorities to trace up to 320 people who came in contact with the two infected. Tune in as Rohini shares the broader view of the current covid scenario in Mumbai.

Mumbai local train operations to become faster, say Railways. Here's how

December 07, 2021 02:58 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MB

The Railways removed the permanent speed restriction (PSR) on several suburban lines and removed other bottlenecks to effectively increase the speed of the trains. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin explain how the Mumbai local has become faster.

Seven more Omicron cases reported in Maharashtra

December 06, 2021 02:15 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MB

The number of Omicron cases shot up in Maharashtra with the samples of seven more people in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune testing positive for the variant. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss all about the new cases in the country.

No RT-PCR for domestic travellers, Maharashtra updates rules

December 03, 2021 02:11 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MB

The Maharashtra government on Wednesday clarified that its rules related to RT-PCR test and quarantine for flyers are only limited to those arriving from high-risk countries and not for domestic travellers. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the travel guidelines in this episode.

A new Ruling by BMC

December 02, 2021 02:09 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MB

The new ruling by BMC that demands passengers of public transport not to travel without a vaccination certificate or proof has proved to be a challenge. This is in concern of the new Covid variant Omicron. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin now!

The opening of schools postponed?

December 01, 2021 02:23 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

The opening of schools that was scheduled for today has been postponed to 15th December. This is in concern of the new covid variant Omicron. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin now!

Panicking Whatsapp forward about omicron!

November 30, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.72 MB

The fake WhatsApp forward that has been circulating is creating panic. No major research group has made claims regarding the intensity of the new corona variant named 'omicron'. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin to know all.

New restrictions due to Omicron

November 29, 2021 02:25 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MB

The government has been taking precautions regarding the arrival of a new covid variant named Omicron. Here are the steps being taken by the government. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin to know all.

Cuffe Parade made a significant mark!

November 26, 2021 02:45 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MB

Cuffe Parade's resident took their problem of less illumination over footpaths to their elective representative. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin to know what action awaits.

Health workers to get booster shots soon

November 25, 2021 02:43 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MB

Further steps are taken for prevention against Covid-19. Discussion about vaccination for children and booster shots are at peak. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listener.

Sundar Mumbai, Swachh Mumbai!

November 24, 2021 02:48 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MB

BMC is planning actions for making Mumbai a cleaner city. There are 24 wards in Mumbai and introducing competition among them can make Mumbai better. Tune in as Sachin & Rohini discuss the plans for a cleaner Mumbai.

Railways have introduced 8 AC local trains

November 23, 2021 02:29 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MB

Railway has introduced 8 AC locals. They are also planning to cut down the fair to increase the popularity of the same. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

BMC to take a step forward for electric Vehicle

November 22, 2021 02:34 - 5 minutes - 4.88 MB

Due to the rising price of petrol, the electric car is a far better alternative. The problem with adoption is the lack of a charging point. BMC has come up with a solution. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Booking tickets for Mumbai Locals from your phone

November 19, 2021 02:53 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MB

The UTS system will be linked to Cowin application, to update the status of your vaccination. After 14 days of 2nd dose of the Covid vaccine, passengers are allowed to travel. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Booster shots and all about Vaccination!

November 18, 2021 02:55 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MB

The efficiency f vaccination needs to be maintained through booster shots. Maharashtra Government has sought time with the state to discuss overall vaccination. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Pod Hotel to be established in Mumbai Central

November 17, 2021 03:08 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MB

The first-ever Indian Railway Pod Hotel has been established outside the DMO railway station. Railway passengers, as well as commoners, could avail of the facility. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Side Effects of Covid-19 are still to be discovered

November 16, 2021 03:05 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MB

The side-effects of covid-19 have shifted beyond the respiratory system. The study indicates that there is a deep impact on the ear that may lead to partial hearing or complete loss. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Some Private Hospitals are allowed to switch Covid beds to normal beds.

November 15, 2021 02:49 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MB

Due to declining cases of Covid-19, BMC permitted some private hospitals to switch a few covid-beds to normal beds. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

99% Population of Mumbai has received at least a dose of Covid Vaccine

November 12, 2021 06:15 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

Happy day for Mumbai! 99% of the population had received at least a single dose of the Covid-19 vaccine on Wednesday. The total doses being administered is 1.5 crore. To know more, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Maharashtra has administered 10 crore vaccine doses on Tuesday

November 11, 2021 02:55 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MB

Maharashtra administered 10 crore doses of the Covid vaccination on Tuesday. While it may appear big, when compared with the percentage all over India, shows the real picture. Tune in with Rohini and Sachin.

Chhath Puja will be celebrated with new norms this year

November 10, 2021 04:14 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MB

On the occasion of Chat Puja, the government has issued new norms to be followed. After the demand led by people, BMC has decided to contribute to this by their end. To know about this, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

What is the on ground situation of Covid-19

November 09, 2021 01:00 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MB

Positively, there has been no rise in cases during the ongoing festive season in Mumbai. Experts suggest that the effect of the Delta variant seems to be declining. To know about this, tune in as @rotalks and @SachinKalbag share everything with their listeners.

Air Quality Index reaches the "poor" category after Diwali!

November 08, 2021 02:55 - 4 minutes - 4 MB

AQI has been deteriorating for years after Diwali. But this time it reached the "poor" category. With the rising problem of lungs after corona outbreak, it is dangerous for people out there. To know about this, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Western Railway has introduced infotainment screens

November 02, 2021 02:52 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MB

Infotainment screens to be installed in local trains. The main agenda behind this step is raising revenues. Commoners will have to pay no extra amount for the same. To know about this, tune in as Rohini shares everything with their listeners.

Single tickets can now be used for Mumbai locals

November 01, 2021 02:48 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MB

A monthly pass was mandatory for those who wanted to travel through Local. But now, single tickets are available for those who want to travel once a week or rarely. To know about this, tune in as Rohini share everything with their listeners.

Government launches new advisory on Diwali

October 29, 2021 03:00 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MB

Advising people not to burn crackers, Government launches a new advisory for Diwali due to health effects of Covid -19. To know about this, tune in as Rohini and Sachin share everything with their listeners.

Ground reality of Mumbai's Covid Situation

October 28, 2021 01:00 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MB

With the dip in the number of Covid-19 cases, the state has witnessed a decline in weekly positivity rate to 1.45%. This week saw a decrease in the number of cases in 25 districts compared to the last week. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Ground reality of Mumbai's Covid Situation.

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