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Mumbai News | 18th March 2021 | Teachers can work from home from March 17: Mumbai civic body

With the cases of Covid-19 seeing a surge in the city again, the BMC education department has asked teachers and non-teaching staff of schools and junior colleges of all mediums and managements across the city to work from home starting March 17.

Mumbai News | 17th March 2021 | BMC revises Covid-19 restrictions

Under the new guidelines issued by the BMC, theatres - single screen and multiplex - and hotels will have to operate at 50% capacity. No social, political and religious gatherings will be allowed till further notice. What else is there in the new guidelines issued by BMC? Let's find out with Rohini & Sachin.

Mumbai News | 16th March 2021 | Can You Drink Between Vaccine Doses?

Are you planning to resume partying after getting vaccinated? Hold on, there are messages doing the rounds on social media claiming that you shouldn’t drink alcohol for 45 days after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Let’s find out with Rohini & Sachin.

Mumbai News | 15th March 2021 | Be aware of this new Covid symptom!

Doctors have seen Covid-19 patients with newer and unusual symptoms, some not related to the respiratory system at all. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin talks about the new Covid symptom and something you should be aware of.

Mumbai News | 12th March 2021 | When will you get your vaccine shot?

The National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for Covid-19 has recommended that the next priority group for vaccination be those aged 50 years and above. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the next phase of the vaccination drive.

Mumbai News | 11th March 2021 | No lockdown or night curfew for now

Amid the recent surge in Covid-19 cases, municipal commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal on Tuesday said no new lockdown measures will be announced in Mumbai and also no night curfew, as of now. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin clears the rumours around the lockdown.

Mumbai News | 10th March 2021 | Mumbai airport to resume domestic operations from Terminal 1

After almost a year, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is set to resume operations for domestic flights from Terminal 1 (T1) from midnight of March 10. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss flight movements on T1 revival.

Mumbai News | 9th March 2021 | Mumbai civic body plans to build Suvidha centre in Dharavi

BMC has planned to set up a ground-plus-two storey Suvidha centre in Dharavi. The centre will have 111 toilets along with other facilities such as laundry, water ATM. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the sanitation plan for Dharavi.

Mumbai News | 8th March 2021 | Spike in new Covid-19 cases

Mumbai city reported a spike in Covid-19 cases, with over 1000 people testing positive for the virus amid rising concerns. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss why these cases might be rising and what we could perhaps do about it.

Mumbai News | 5th March 2021 | Hottest Day of the season already?

Wednesday was another hot day for Mumbaikars with the maximum temperature soaring to 37.3 degrees Celsius. The probability of scoring a similar temperature during March 2021 remains high. Tune in as Rohini shares a few do's and don'ts to cope up with this blazing weather.

Mumbai News | 4th March 2021 | Don't forget to wear your mask

If you are still not following COVID-19 norms amid concerns over rising covid 19 cases, you have another reason to wear your mask. As mandated, police are now authorized to fining 1000 maskless people daily. Tune in with Rohini to find out everything you need to know about this new guideline issued by the government.

Mumbai News | 3rd March 2021 | How can you get yourself registered for the vaccine?

Mumbai News | 2nd March 2021 | Planning to visit Siddhivinayak Temple on Ganesh Angaraki Chaturthi?

One of the most revered temples of the city, the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganpati Temple has laid down several rules and regulations to be followed on the occasion of Angarki Chaturthi. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the strict measures and restricted timings to visit as announced by the authority to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Mumbai News | 1st March 2021 | When can you get your first dose of vaccine from hospitals?

The COVID-19 vaccine will be given free of cost at government hospitals, while people will need to pay for it at private facilities. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the challenges all the average Mumbaikars have been facing to get a dose of vaccination against Covid 19.

174: Mumbai News | 26th February 2021 | How to self-register for 2nd phase vaccination?

The population that is eligible to participate in the 2nd phase of vaccination can register themselves through the Co-WIN section under the Aarogya Setu app. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss how to self-register for 2nd phase vaccination.

173: Mumbai News | 25th February 2021 | States that require a negative RT-PCR test for entry

Some states now require RT-PCR tests for visitors, especially those who are arriving by air, in an effort to limit the spread of new coronavirus variants. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the states that require a negative RT-PCR test for entry.

172: Mumbai News | 24th February 2021 | Auto, taxi fares in Mumbai to increase by ₹3

Mumbaiites will have to shell out more for autorickshaw and black-and-yellow taxis to travel in the city from March 1. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the reason behind the price hike and more in this episode.

171: Mumbai News | 23rd February 2021 | Above 50 people to participate in the third phase of vaccination

The self-registration for the third phase of the vaccine will happen in the CoWin app and people above the age group of 50 and those with comorbidities will be expected to participate in the vaccination drive. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the self-registration process.

170: Mumbai News | 22nd February 2021 | How is the BMC dealing with rising Covid cases?

Maharashtra on Saturday reported more than 6,000 new Covid-19 infections for a second day in a row. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss how is the BMC dealing with rising Covid cases in the city.

169: Mumbai News | 19th February 2021 | What BMC has planned to check Covid spread at railway stations?

In the wake of a sudden spike in Coronavirus cases in Mumbai, the BMC is planning to deploy 300 marshals at various railway stations across the city. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss how everything BMC planned is gonna roll out.

168: Mumbai News | 18th February 2021 | Whether lockdown will be implemented again?

The CM Uddhav Thackeray has warned that a lockdown may be enforced if standard procedures of wearing masks in public gatherings are overlooked by the general public. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the situation Mumbaikars should prepare themselves for.

167: Mumbai News | 17th February 2021 | Chembur to go under lockdown?

Initially one of the worst-affected wards in the city during the pandemic, the M-west ward is once again on the BMC radar owing to the sudden rise in COVID-19 cases. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss how can we once again refresh our memory and check the number of covid cases from Chembur.

166: Mumbai News | 16th February 2021 | Why covid 19 infection numbers have gone up again?

In a major worry, Maharashtra recorded massive new COVID-19 cases recently. The sudden increase of the COVID cases is sure to ring alarm bells in the state. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the reason behind this steady spike over the past few days.

165: Mumbai News | 15th February 2021 | What are rules and regulations for Maghi Ganpati this year ?

February is a chosen month for the festival, as it is the month of Lord Ganesha’s birthday. Maghi Ganpati is usually celebrated with great fanfare, as the whole of Maharashtra comes together to celebrate this auspicious occasion. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss with social distancing in mind, what are the rules and regulations for the holy festival this year.

164: Mumbai News | 12th February 2021 | Maharashtra extends travel restrictions for Kerala

The Maharashtra government has decided to extend travel restrictions for those coming from Kerala, in the state. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the restrictions for people coming from Kerala.

163: Mumbai News | 11th February 2021 | What India's plan for a 4-day work week will entail?

As the government finalizes the rules for the new labor codes, the Labour Ministry is now considering giving flexibility to companies to have four working days instead of five or six. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss in depth when and how will this be rolled out.

162: Mumbai News | 10th February 2021 | Why the second dose of covid-19 vaccine is delayed?

The second dose of covid-19 vaccine that is supposed to be given after a minimum of 28 days is delayed. Mumbai city will not start administering the second dose on February 13. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss in-depth the real reason behind this delay.

162: Mumbai News | 10th February 2021 | Why the second dose of covid-19 vaccine is delayed?

The second dose of covid-19 vaccine that is supposed to be given after a minimum of 28 days is delayed. Mumbai city will not start administering the second dose on February 13. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss in-depth the real reason behind this delay.

161: Mumbai News | 9th February 2021 | Dates and mode of examination for class 10th and 12th

City principals have requested the state government to allow schools to conduct Class 10 and 12 board exams at the school level in the backdrop of the Covid-19 outbreak. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the decision that has been taken by the state govt for conducting the exams.

160: Mumbai News | 8th February 2021 | Mumbai nightlife likely to resume soon

The much-touted Mumbai nightlife 'scene' is likely to be back in full force. In view of the 'Mission Begin Again' in Maharashtra, the state govt has permitted the restaurants and bars to remain open till 1 AM. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss how the state is planning to enforce these relaxations in the lockdown norms.

159: Mumbai News | 5th February 2021| Guidelines for reopening the colleges

The decision of the state department of higher and technical education, to reopen colleges with 50% capacity starting February 15, has invited mixed reactions both, from colleges and students. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the detailed guidelines on how this task is going to be achieved.

159: Mumbai News | 5th February 2021| Guidelines for reopening the colleges

The decision of the state department of higher and technical education, to reopen colleges with 50% capacity starting February 15, has invited mixed reactions both, from colleges and students. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the detailed guidelines on how this task is going to be achieved.

158: Mumbai News | 4th February 2021| What the budget for the BMC in 2021 looks like?

The civic body has set aside an amount of ₹15 crores for supplying essential Covid-19 equipment like hand sanitizers, soap, hand wash to ensure proper sanitization. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss what the budget for the BMC in 2021 looks like.

157: Mumbai News | 3rd February 2021 | The effect of agri cess on Petrol and Diesel

In the much-awaited Union Budget-2021, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that in a bid to boost agriculture infrastructure, the government would be imposing a cess on certain items, including petrol, diesel, gold, and some imported agricultural products. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss everything you need to know about this new tax.

157: Mumbai News | 3rd February 2021 | The effect of agri cess on Petrol and Diesel

In the much-awaited Union Budget-2021, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that in a bid to boost agriculture infrastructure, the government would be imposing a cess on certain items, including petrol, diesel, gold, and some imported agricultural products. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss everything you need to know about this new tax.

156: Mumbai News| 2nd February 2021 | When are the colleges reopening?

Uday SamantSamant called a meeting of vice-chancellors of the universities to review the annual audit, filling up vacant posts, and preparations of the universities for starting physical classes. What was the state govt's decision on reopening the colleges? Tune in with Rohini and Sachin to discuss the issue in detail. 

155: Mumbai News | 1st February 2021 | Cinema halls to operate at full occupancy from February 1

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has issued a fresh set of guidelines and standard operating protocols (SOPs) for cinema halls and theatres to prevent the further spread of the ongoing coronavirus.  Tune in with Rohini and Sachin as they discuss the new guidelines and protocols.

154: Mumbai News | 30th January 2021 | Mumbai local trains open to all from February 1

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray on Friday allowed the general public to use the suburban train services in Mumbai starting February 1. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss all you need to know about the re-start of Mumbai locals. 

153: Mumbai News | 29th January 2021 | Maharashtra inoculates 41,470 healthcare workers in a day

Maharashtra inoculated 41,470 healthcare workers (HCWs) — highest in a day so far — on Wednesday. It has also increased the number of centres to 528 from 477 centres. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the vaccination drive in Mumbai.

152: Mumbai News | 28th January 2021 | 95% of Mumbai suburban trains to resume service from Friday

Central and Western Railways’ local train operation in Mumbai will return to nearly full service with up to 95% of its pre-Covid-19 outbreak schedule resuming from Friday. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the news which affects the whole city.

151: Mumbai News | 27th January 2021 | Delay in admissions for professional courses

Owing to the Covid-19 pandemic and the confusion over the inclusion of a 12% SEBC quota, the admissions to professional courses have been delayed by over three months. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the delay in admissions.

150: Mumbai News | 26th January 2021 | Maharashtra Covid situation

Maharashtra is now left with 44,831 active cases. The case recovery rate in the state is 95.18 per cent while the case fatality rate is 2.53 per cent. Tune in this episode as Rohini and Sachin discuss the current Covid situation of Maharashtra.

149: Mumbai News | 25th January 2021 | Indira Nagar- 1st Covid-free area in Navi Mumbai

The Indira Nagar area of Turbhe ward has become the first in Navi Mumbai to become Covid-19 free. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the ground-report of Indira Nagar.

148: Mumbai News | 22nd January 2021 | Are schools likely to reopen in the city?

A letter issued by the office of the deputy director on Wednesday had led to a lot of confusion regarding the reopening of schools in the city. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin clarify the final decision of the local administration

147: Mumbai News | 21st January 2021 | Has the vaccination drive restarted ?

Amidst uncertainty over the resumption of the suspended covid 19 vaccination drive, Mumbaikars have been troubling to find answers to few questions. When will the drive restart in Mumbai? Has the glitch in the online registration system been fixed? Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss and solve all your queries.

146: Mumbai News | 20th January 2021 | City doctor suffers ‘adverse reaction’ after vaccine shot

Within 24 hours, the doctor suffered an adverse event, following immunization. He complained of fever and dizziness and was rushed to the hospital, where he remains in ICU care. Tune in as Rohini discuss what went wrong with Dr. Jairaj Acharya in the first round of immunization rollout.

145: Mumbai News | 19th January 2021 | Is the mask mandatory if you’re inside your private vehicle?

As we step into the third week of January, there's growing confusion about whether people who fail to wear masks inside their private vehicles will be penalized. A direction with regards to this effect was issued by the BMC on Sunday. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the new guidelines for not wearing masks inside private vehicles.

144: Mumbai News | 18th January 2021 | Covid-19 vaccination drive temporarily suspended

The BMC was supposed to go ahead with vaccination on Sunday but canceled it on Saturday after the state asked them to. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the reason behind the temporary suspension of the vaccination drive in Maharashtra. 

143: Mumbai News | 15th January 2021 | Nariman Point-Colaba sea link plan

The Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has revived another decade-old project of a sea bridge connecting Nariman Point to Colaba in south Mumbai. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the revival of Nariman Point-Colaba sea link plan.

142: Mumbai News | 14th January 2021 | Cut down Class 10 syllabus by 50%

Several principals have urged the Maharashtra state board to cut down the syllabus of Class 10 students by a total of 50%. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the class 10 board examination and it's syllabus.