Mumbai Smart News
558 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -If there is one city in India which never sleeps, it is Mumbai. In order to not only keep our Mumbaikars updated but to also give an in-depth understanding of what the latest news from this city means for its dwellers, Rohini Ramanathan, RJ, Radio Nasha (@rotalks) discuss the latest headlines every morning.
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Maharashtra bans home isolation for 18 districts
May 27, 2021 01:26 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBOn Tuesday, the Maharashtra government decided to ban home isolation for covid patients in 18 districts with a high number of covid cases. Tune in as Sachin and Rohini discuss the reasons for the government's action and the districts that are subjected to this rule.
Maharashtra UNLOCK from June 1?
May 26, 2021 01:30 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBWith Covid-19 cases on the decline, the state is planning gradual unlocking from June 1. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the probability of unlock.
Will there be a vaccine for children under the age of 18 years?
May 25, 2021 01:33 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MBRelatively unaffected during the first wave of Covid-19 last year, a high number of children and adolescents are contracting the novel coronavirus in the second wave and We are all wondering whether there is going to be a vaccine for children under the age of 18 anytime soon. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the chances of vaccine availability for kids under 18 years
Private vaccinations for housing societies in Mumbai
May 24, 2021 01:21 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBOn May 10, BMC issued a circular allowing vaccination sessions for housing societies and private establishments for those above 18 years of age. Tune in as Sachin and Rohini talk about the private vaccination for housing societies.
How many people have been vaccinated so far in Mumbai?
May 21, 2021 01:24 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBHow many people are fully vaccinated in Mumbai, how many have received their first shot of the vaccine, what's the current status of the vaccination process? Sachin and Rohini answers all this and more in this episode of Mumbai Smart News podcast.
3 Jumbo centers to be shut for next two weeks
May 20, 2021 01:32 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBBMC on Tuesday said three jumbo centers will remain shut for admission of Covid-19 patients for nearly two weeks. In this episode, Sachin and Rohini talk about why jumbo centres are closed for the next two weeks.
Why government has dropped plasma therapy for Covid-19?
May 19, 2021 01:07 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MBIndia on Monday dropped convalescent plasma therapy from the list of treatments prescribed for the management of adult Covid-19 patients. Tune in as Sachin and Rohini discuss why ICMR took this step.
Why a 12 to 16 week interval between 2 doses of Covishield?
May 18, 2021 01:27 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBThe government recently increased the gap between two doses of Covishield to 12-16 weeks. Is the increase in the gap caused by the vaccine shortage, or is it really needed? Tune in as Sachin and Rohini discuss why the government took this step.
All you need to know about Sputnik-V vaccine
May 17, 2021 01:30 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBRecently the government announced that Sputnik-V vaccines will be available in the market soon and we all have several questions in our mind about the same like what will be the price, how effective is it, is it approved by WHO or not, and so on. Tune in to this episode as Sachin and Rohini discuss all about Russia's sputnik V vaccine
Negative RT-PCR report must for arrivals
May 14, 2021 01:10 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBThe Maharashtra government on Thursday extended the lockdown to contain the spread of Covid-19. The state government imposed further restrictions by mandating a negative RT-PCR report for people entering Maharashtra. Tune as Sachin and Rohini discuss the new rule of negative RT-PCR report must for arrivals.
Maharashtra likely to extend lockdown
May 13, 2021 00:57 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBThe Maharashtra government is likely to extend the lockdown till May-end, even as it reported its lowest single-day spike in Covid-19 cases in 41 days. With 37,236 new Covid-19 infections. In this episode, Sachin and Rohini will discuss why the lockdown extension is the need of the hour
No vaccines for 18-44 age group?
May 12, 2021 01:05 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBThe Maharashtra government has diverted the Covid-19 vaccine procured for inoculating those between the age of 18 and 44 to give second dose to 45+ beneficiaries. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss why the government took this step.
Mumbai News | 11th May 2021 | How Mumbai cracked the oxygen code?
May 11, 2021 01:13 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MBWhen the worst surge in infections amid the second Covid-19 wave triggered an oxygen shortage across the country, Maharastra is one of the worst affected states still managed to overcome the oxygen crisis how? In this episode, Rohini & Sachin talks about Mumbai's oxygen model. Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 10th May 2021 | Positive Covid report not mandatory for hospital admission
May 10, 2021 00:43 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBThe health ministry on Saturday brought relaxations on hospital admissions and said that a positive Covid-19 report is no more mandatory for admission. Rohini & Sachin talks about the new admission policy. Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 7th May 2021 | Donate blood after 14 days of your Covid-19 jab
May 07, 2021 00:30 - 2 minutes - 2.72 MBPeople who will receive any of the two Covid-19 vaccines available in the country can now donate blood after 14 days. The blood donation deferral period for the vaccine was revised by the NTBC. Rohini & Sachin talks about blood donation after vaccination. Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 6th May 2021 | Maharashtra prepares for third wave of COVID-19
May 06, 2021 00:11 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBHaving witnessed the brunt of the second wave of Covid-19, Maharashtra CM said that the third wave is imminent and urged the people to be careful. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss how the government is preparing for the third wave.
Mumbai News | 5th May 2021 | Mumbai Gets A Drive-In Vaccination Centre
May 05, 2021 01:29 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBOn Tuesday, Maharastra started a unique concept of Drive-in vaccination for senior citizens and differently-abled people, becoming the first state in India to develop such a concept. Tune in as Sachin and Rohini talk all about the Drive-in vaccination centre.
Mumbai News | 4th May 2021 | Vaccination drive in Maharashtra gets off a slow start.
May 04, 2021 01:05 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBAre there enough vaccines available or will you able to book a slot to get vaccinated? If you also have all these questions in your mind. Tune in as Sachin and Rohini will talk all about how the 3rd phase of vaccination really going.
Mumbai News | 3rd May 2021 | How Covid-19 second wave has affected Maharashtra in April?
May 03, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBThe second wave of Covid-19 in Maharashtra has been massive with nearly 39% (38.88%) of the state’s total cases and 20.58% of its fatalities coming in April alone. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss how Covid-19 second wave has affected Maharashtra in April?
Mumbai News | 30th April 2021 | Question mark on lockdown!
April 30, 2021 02:57 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBThe state, on April 21, had restricted movement of people till May 1, but with around 60,000 Covid-19 cases being recorded daily, what can we expect about lockdown this time. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin explains what the new lockdown for Maharasthra means.
Mumbai News | 29th April 2021 | Is the govt really ready for the 3rd phase of the vaccination?
April 29, 2021 05:26 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBFree vaccines for all above 18, the user experience of the Co-Win portal, shortage of the vaccines. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the ground reality of the 3rd phase of the vaccination.
Mumbai News | 28th April 2021 | Mumbai police to fine ten violators a day
April 28, 2021 01:34 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBMaharashtra is one of the worst affected states by the pandemic and to crack down the lockdown, what all new measures are being taken by the Mumbai police? Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talks all about the new rule of fining ten violators a day.
Mumbai News | 27th April 2021 | How you can register for 18+ vaccination drive?
April 27, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MBWhere the vaccines will be free and where they will be paid, when and how you can register as we step into the 3rd phase of the vaccination? Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talks about the steps one needs to take before getting vaccinated.
Mumbai News | 26th April 2021 | Mumbai records lowest rise in Covid-19 cases in 25 days
April 26, 2021 02:18 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBMumbai on Saturday recorded 5,888 new Covid-19 cases, the lowest daily rise in infections since March 30. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss this small good news on a Monday morning.
Mumbai News | 23rd April 2021 | Tighter curbs on movement, quarantine for inter-district travel
April 23, 2021 01:30 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBIn this episode, Rohini & Sachin will talk about the inter-district and inter-state travel restrictions imposed by the Maharashtra government. What do you need if it's an emergency journey? Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 22nd April 2021 | Countries restrict travel from India as cases spike
April 22, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBCountries around the world have watched warily as the number of cases has grown and imposed fresh restrictions on travellers from India or issued advisories against travelling to India. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the international travel ban due to Covid-19.
Mumbai News | 21st April 2021 | Maharashtra allows opening of shops from 7-11am
April 21, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBThe Maharashtra government on Tuesday announced restrictions on the timing of functioning of shops. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the restrictions imposed in the mini-lockdown in Maharashtra.
Mumbai News | 20th April 2021 | Govt allows vaccination to all above aged 18 from May 1
April 20, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBIn order to ramp up the vaccination drive in the country, the Indian government on Monday announced the Phase 3 strategy of COVID-19 vaccination from May 1. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss all about the new phase of vaccination drive.
Mumbai News | 19th April 2021 | All you need to know about the new sticker rules for vehicles
April 19, 2021 05:29 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBMumbai police commissioner (CP) Hemant Nagrale on Saturday announced self-colour coding of vehicles plying in Mumbai. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin explain all about the new rules and regulations for vehicles in Maharashtra.
Mumbai News | 16th April 2021 | What you can do if you are facing shortage of Remdesivir?
April 16, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBAmid a surge in fresh COVID-19 infections, multiple states, including Maharashtra, Gujarat and Delhi, have flagged a shortage of anti-viral drug Remdesivir. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin explains what you can do if you are facing the shortage of Remdesivir?
Mumbai News | 15th April 2021 | Impact of partial lockdown on taxi and auto drivers
April 15, 2021 02:30 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBThe first day of more severe lockdown, The suggestions given to the govt by the auto and taxi drivers union. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talks about how the partial lockdown in Maharashtra will affect the auto and taxi drivers?
Mumbai News | 14th April 2021 | Is the BMC prepared to tackle the rise in Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra?
April 14, 2021 02:09 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBDelay in covid testing, shortage of hospital beds, BMC's preparation to tackle the rise in covid cases in Maharashtra. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talks about the BMC's preparation to tackle the current situation of covid-19.
Mumbai News | 13th April 2021 | Will there be a total lockdown in the coming days?
April 13, 2021 03:31 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBPostponement of 10th and 12th board exams, chances of total lockdown in Maharashtra in coming days, and its modifications. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talks about the chances of total lockdown in Maharashtra.
Mumbai News | 12th April 2021 | Is Maharashtra really running out of vaccines?
April 12, 2021 03:13 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBMaharashtra health minister, Rajesh Tope on 8th April said that the state has only two days of stock of Covid-19 vaccines, after which it will officially run out of vaccine doses. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talk about the vaccine shortage in Maharashtra.
Mumbai News | 9th April 2021 | What modifications are being done in lockdown rules?
April 09, 2021 03:22 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBFood deliveries in Mumbai will resume, what modifications are being done in the lockdown rules? Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talk about the modifications that are being done in the lockdown rules in the comings days.
Mumbai News | 8th April 2021 | Mumbai housing societies will have to pay ₹10,000 if Covid norms are flouted
April 08, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBMumbai housing societies, which have contributed maximum to the rising number of Covid-19 cases in the city since February, will have to pay a penalty of ₹10,000 if they violate Covid-19 norms. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin talk about Covid norms that Mumbai housing societies have to follow.
Mumbai News | 7th April 2021 | Can you get vaccinated on weekends?
April 06, 2021 23:30 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBThe state government on Sunday announced a weekend lockdown and night curfew during the weekdays but what about those who will go out to get vaccinated? Rohini & Sachin talks about the vaccination process on weekends. Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 6th April 2021 | Lockdown-like curbs in Maharashtra. What's open, what's shut
April 06, 2021 11:06 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MBIn this episode of Mumbai Smart News, Rohini & Sachin will discuss the lockdown restrictions. They'll also talk about what's shut, what's allowed & what's allowed, but with restrictions. Tune in to know more!
Mumbai News | 5th April 2021 | Maharashtra unveils ‘Break The Chain’ plan
April 05, 2021 02:16 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBMaharashtra will witness a night curfew from Monday and will be under lockdown on weekends starting Friday evening. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the restrictions imposed by the state.
Mumbai News | 2nd April 2021 | Donate blood before taking Covid vaccine
April 01, 2021 23:30 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MBFearing a possible shortage of blood in the coming days, SBTC has requested probable beneficiaries to donate blood before getting the jab as they will not be eligible for donation for 28 days after taking the first shot of the vaccine.
Mumbai News | 1st April 2021 | Door-to-door Covid vaccination
April 01, 2021 02:15 - 3 minutes - 3 MBBMC has asked the Maharashtra government for permission to take its vaccination drive door-to-door across the city, in a bid to increase the number of beneficiaries vaccinated per day. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin talk about the vaccination drive.
Mumbai News | 31st March 2021 | BMC to release asymptomatic patients
March 30, 2021 19:24 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBAs Covid-19 cases are going up rapidly in Mumbai, the city civic body on Monday decided to discharge asymptomatic patients at the earliest to vacate beds for the patients with more serious symptoms. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the state of corona patients in the state.
Mumbai News | 30th March 2021 | 'Be prepared for lockdown-like restrictions if...': Maharashtra CM
March 30, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBMaharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday instructed officials to be prepared to impose lockdown-like restrictions if people fail to adhere to Covid-appropriate behaviour. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss why we should be ready for another lockdown.
Mumbai News | 29th March 2021 | Semi-lockdown in Maharashtra
March 29, 2021 09:51 - 4 minutes - 4.3 MBAs Maharashtra leads in terms of both active COVID-19 cases as well as deaths from the viral disease, the state government announces semi-lockdown measures. Tune in to this episode Rohini & Sachin discuss the measures you have to take.
Mumbai News | 26th March 2021 | Mumbai University to conduct final-year last semester exams online
March 26, 2021 02:47 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBThe last semester theory examinations for final year Arts, Commerce, and Science Undergraduate (UG) programs of the University of Mumbai (MU) will be conducted online, from May 6 to 21, 2021. Tune in as Rohini discusses the details about the much-awaited schedule.
Mumbai News | 25th March 2021 | Day 1 of rapid antigen test drive
March 25, 2021 00:30 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBClocking a success rate of only 32 per cent on its first day. the BMC managed to test only 15,128 people out of its total target of 47,800 as a part of its rapid antigen test drive. Tune in to this episode as Rohini takes you through Day-1 of the rapid antigen test drive.
Mumbai News | 24th March 2021 | Mumbai’s daily Covid cases may reach 6,000: BMC
March 23, 2021 23:30 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBThe BMC anticipates the daily caseload could go up to 6,000 in the coming days as it plans to double the number of tests conducted daily. Tune in to this episode as Rohini briefs what the municipal commissioner of the city has to say about rising Covid cases & lockdown.
Mumbai News | 23rd March 2021 | Mumbai woman fined for not wearing mask, punches BMC worker?
March 23, 2021 03:35 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBWith the rise in Covid cases in the city and several people lowering their guard, BMC has once again intensified its drive to fine those who are violating norms and not wearing masks. Tune in as Rohini walks you through the current scenario of the daily average collection in fines.
Mumbai News | 22nd March 2021 | COVID-19 negative report compulsory for entry into malls?
March 22, 2021 02:00 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBIn view of the spike in the number of novel coronavirus cases, BMC has made RT-PCR Covid-19 test report mandatory for people entering the shopping malls. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss how and where you can take this test.
Mumbai News | 19th March 2021 | Maharashtra alone accounts for 61.8% of daily news Covid cases
March 19, 2021 01:30 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBThe Maharashtra Health Department on Wednesday reported a staggering 23,179 new Covid-19 cases, which is the highest in 2021. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the situation of the highest number of Covid cases in the state.