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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141: Mumbai News | 13th January 2021 | Covid-19 vaccines lands in different cities of India
January 13, 2021 01:20 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBThe first consignment of Covishield vaccines reached different cities from Pune on Tuesday, four days ahead of the launch of a nationwide drive against the coronavirus. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the vaccine transportation to different cities.
140: Mumbai News | 12th January 2021 | Maharashtra confirms cases of Bird Flu
January 12, 2021 01:59 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBMaharashtra confirmed cases of Bird Flu and became the eighth state to report cases of the deadly disease among birds. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the state of bird flu situation in Mumbai.
139: Mumbai News | 11th January 2021 | Covid Vaccination Drive To Begin On Jan 16
January 11, 2021 01:55 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBPriority will be given to the healthcare workers and the frontline workers, estimated to be around three crore in number, the government said. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin talk about the covid vaccination drive in India.
138: Mumbai News | 8th January 2021 | Auto-taxi drivers to go on a strike on January 11
January 08, 2021 02:45 - 5 minutesThe auto-taxi drivers have decided to take out a massive morcha from Kurla to Hutatma Chowk at 11 am on January 11 which will not only cause traffic snarls but may also lead to a shortage of autos and cabs on the roads. Join in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the union demands behind the strike and the events that led to it.
138: Mumbai News | 8th January 2021 | Auto-taxi drivers to go on a strike on January 11
January 08, 2021 02:45 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBThe auto-taxi drivers have decided to take out a massive morcha from Kurla to Hutatma Chowk at 11 am on January 11 which will not only cause traffic snarls but may also lead to a shortage of autos and cabs on the roads. Join in as Rohini and Sachin discuss the union demands behind the strike and the events that led to it.
137: Mumbai News | 7th January 2021 | Dry run for Covid-19 vaccination in all Maharashtra districts
January 07, 2021 02:45 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MBMaharashtra is planning to demand free Covid-19 vaccine shots for its poor as it prepares to roll out its immunization drive with another dry run to be undertaken within the next 8-10 days. Join in as Rohini and Sachin discuss in-depth why these trial runs are important for the final immunization program.
136: Mumbai News | 6th January 2021| Mumbai local trains resume services
January 06, 2021 03:00 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBThe Railways in its best capacity has assessed the potential burden and proposed the opening of the suburban trains for the common people, but the timings still remain an issue. Tune in as Rohini and Sachin discuss why such an odd timing for the Mumbai locals has been proposed.
135: Mumbai News | 5th January 2021 | Key takeaways from conversation with Adar Poonawalla
January 05, 2021 03:06 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBThe Serum Institute of India is producing the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca Plc- Oxford is expecting the government to sign a formal supply and pricing agreement after the approval for emergency usage of the vaccine. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the takeaways from the conversation with Adar Poonawalla, CEO, Serum Institute of India
134: Mumbai News | 4th January 2021| Two covid-19 vaccines approved in India
January 04, 2021 03:00 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBIndia has marked New Year's Day by giving its first-ever approval to the 2 coronavirus vaccines. Would the covid-19 vaccine in India be provided free of cost? Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss Modi's government plan to distribute the vaccine doses in the country and how states are preparing for it.
133: Mumbai News | 31st December 2020 | Mumbai schools to remain closed till January 15
December 31, 2020 02:00 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBAll schools in Maharashtra’s Mumbai will remain closed till January 15, 2021, as a precautionary measure to control the spread of the coronavirus disease in the city. Tune in as Rohini & Sachin discuss the reopening of schools & BMC's latest notification in this episode.
132: Mumbai News | 30th December 2020 | Validity of driving license extended till March 31
December 30, 2020 02:01 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MBThe Centre has extended the validity of expiring driving licences (DL) and motor vehicle documents till 31 March 2021 in view of the covid-19 crisis. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the extension of driving license validity.
131: Mumbai News | 29th December 2020 | 35,000 policemen to be deployed on streets for New Year’s Eve
December 29, 2020 02:27 - 6 minutes - 6.02 MBThe Mumbai Police have started preparing for the New Year by putting measures in place to maintain social distancing and dispersing crowds at places where the public mostly gathers on New Year’s Eve. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss not yours but Mumbai Police's plans for the New Year Eve.
130: Mumbai News | 28th December 2020 | Shutting down of Covid centres in the city
December 28, 2020 02:38 - 5 minutes - 5.07 MBThe BMC can possibly close or scale down the jumbo centres at Octroi Naka in Dahisar and Richardson and Cruddas’ covid-19 facilities in Mulund and Byculla. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the shutting down of Covid centres in the city.
129: Mumbai News | 25th December 2020 | Night curfew notification
December 25, 2020 06:19 - 5 minutes - 4.83 MBJoint commissioner of police Vishwas Nangre Patil said on Wednesday that people are still allowed to travel on two- and four-wheelers, but not more than four people at a time. Tune in to this episode as Rohini discuss the night-curfew in Mumbai.
128: Mumbai News | 24th December 2020 | Guidelines for those travelling from Europe
December 24, 2020 02:38 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBPassengers coming from Europe, Middle-East, South Africa, as well as through flights that have halted in Europe, will have to undergo a mandatory 14-day institutional quarantine after landing in Mumbai. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the guidelines for those travelling from Europe.
127: Mumbai News | 23rd December 2020 | Drop in the number of coronavirus cases in the city
December 23, 2020 02:47 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBThe number of active Covid-19 cases in the state dropped to its lowest in the last five months, but what is the current status of Mumbai city? Tune in to this episode with Rohini & Sachin to find out.
126: Mumbai News | 22nd December 2020 | Night curfew in Maharashtra from today till January 5
December 22, 2020 02:51 - 6 minutesMaharashtra on Monday imposed an 11 PM to 6 AM night curfew till January 5 in Mumbai and other cities, and announced new quarantine rules for arrivals from Europe and the Middle East, in view of the new strain of coronavirus. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the new quarantine rules and guidelines during the curfew.
126: Mumbai News | 22nd December 2020 | Night curfew in Maharashtra from today till January 5
December 22, 2020 02:51 - 6 minutes - 5.92 MBMaharashtra on Monday imposed an 11 PM to 6 AM night curfew till January 5 in Mumbai and other cities, and announced new quarantine rules for arrivals from Europe and the Middle East, in view of the new strain of coronavirus. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the new quarantine rules and guidelines during the curfew.
125: Mumbai News | 21st December 2020 | New set of Covid guidelines for Christmas
December 21, 2020 03:15 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBWith Christmas around the corner, the Archbishop of Bombay, Oswald Cardinal Gracias issued a set of new covid guidelines for churches in the city to celebrate the festival. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss what these guidelines are.
124: Mumbai News | 18th December 2020 | AC local trains in Mumbai between CST and Kalyan
December 18, 2020 03:00 - 5 minutesIn a major boost to suburban train services, the Central Railway has decided to run 10 air-conditioned locomotives on the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)-Kalyan. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the tentative schedule to start these new services.
124: Mumbai News | 18th December 2020 | AC local trains in Mumbai between CST and Kalyan
December 18, 2020 03:00 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBIn a major boost to suburban train services, the Central Railway has decided to run 10 air-conditioned locomotives on the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)-Kalyan. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the tentative schedule to start these new services.
123: Mumbai News | 17th December 2020 | SGNP reopens for visitors after 9 months
December 17, 2020 01:35 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBThe Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) in Borivli was reopened on Tuesday after a gap of nine months with strict guidelines in place and several activities still restricted. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the re-opening and guidelines in place.
122: Mumbai News | 16th December 2020 | India's Covid Vaccine Distribution Plan
December 16, 2020 01:03 - 5 minutes - 5.1 MBThe Health Ministry has released the operational guidelines outlining the process, eligibility criteria, storage and distribution plan of the Corona vaccine. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss India's covid vaccine distribution plan.
121: Mumbai News | 15th December 2020 | Mumbai weather update
December 15, 2020 01:46 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBSporadic spells of light showers in the city and suburbs between Sunday and Monday not only led to the coldest day this season but also helped disperse pollutants making it the best air quality since October 19. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the weather update of the city.
120: Mumbai News | 14th December 2020 | Mumbai local update & Night curfew
December 14, 2020 03:37 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBOfficials have clarified that there are no immediate plans to open Mumbai local trains to all. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini & Sachin Kalbag will discuss the Mumbai local train updates.
119: Mumbai News | 11th December 2020 | Pecking order of covid-19 vaccine
December 11, 2020 02:37 - 5 minutes - 4.65 MBAfter the health care and front-line workers, who are next to receive a Covid-19 vaccine? Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the pecking order of the vaccine in Maharashtra.
118: Mumbai Smart News | 10th December 2020 | Progress in Coronavirus Vaccine
December 10, 2020 02:30 - 4 minutes - 4.58 MBAs countries race towards finding a vaccine for the coronavirus disease, here’s a look at where things stand in India in terms of supply deals and clinical trials. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the status of the vaccine against coronavirus in India.
117: Mumbai News | 9th December 2020 | Impact of rise in petrol prices
December 09, 2020 02:19 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBContinuous increase in the price of fuel prices has affected the sale of items in the vegetable and fruit market. What is the reason for this major impact? Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss why the hike in diesel prices has made the food products costlier for customers.
116: Mumbai News | 8th December 2020 | Electric buses transportation facility in Mumbai.
December 08, 2020 05:23 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBThe Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport undertaking (BEST) has received 26 new electric buses under Central government-sponsored FAME India scheme. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the electric buses transportation facility in Mumbai.
115: Mumbai News | 7th December 2020 | Significant dip in covid cases
December 07, 2020 06:13 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MBAs the number of Covid-19 cases reduces in the state, the contribution of the MMR appears to have ebbed as well, as there has been a significant dip in fresh cases. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the latest Mumbai situation.
114: Mumbai News | 4th December 2020 | Upcoming exams and exam pattern
December 04, 2020 02:41 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBThere's so much unclarity in student & parent's mind about the pattern of the upcoming exams and the future of their kids. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the confused situation of schools.
113: Mumbai News | 3rd December 2020 | UK Approves Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID Vaccine For Mass Rollout
December 03, 2020 02:03 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBThe UK today became the first country to approve the Covid-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer Inc and its German partner BioNTech SE. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Pfizer's covid vaccine, first in the world.
112: Mumbai News | 2nd December 2020 | Good time to visit Mumbai?
December 02, 2020 02:00 - 5 minutes - 4.78 MBIn this episode of Mumbai Smart News, Rohini & Sachin Kalbagh will discuss the latest Covid updates. Sachin will also share the number of tests happening, the positivity rate & the number of deaths. Tune in for more info!
111: Mumbai News | 1st December 2020 | Live events are back
December 01, 2020 02:00 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBLive events are back! But what are the Standard Operating Procedures that one has to follow? Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the SOPs to enjoy the new normal.
110: Mumbai News | 30th November 2020 | Gurdwaras to avoid langar on Gurupurab
November 30, 2020 03:56 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MBDespite the fact that religious places have been allowed to reopen after the Covid-19 lockdown, community leaders have called upon people to celebrate Gurupurab at home. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Gurupurab celebration.
109: Mumbai News | 27th November 2020 | India restricts international flights till 31 December
November 27, 2020 02:06 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBIn a new order passed by the Government of India, international flight ban has been extended till 31 December by the DGCA amid the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic. Tune in this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the international flight ban.
108: Mumbai News | 26th November 2020 | Fresh cases drop across Maharashtra
November 26, 2020 03:43 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBMaharashtra has recorded the biggest drop in average daily new cases in 8 weeks among the 8 states currently witnessing a spike in Covid cases. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the update on fresh cases in Mumbai.
107: Mumbai News | 25th November 2020 | Mumbai local trains for general public
November 25, 2020 06:57 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBThe resumption of Mumbai local trains services for the general public may be further delayed by the next three-four weeks. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the update on Mumbai local trains.
106: Mumbai News | 24th November 2020 | Decision on lockdown in next 8-10 days
November 24, 2020 02:06 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBMaharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Sunday hinted at a Covid-induced lockdown in the coming days in the state owing to huge crowds witnessed during the recently concluded festival period. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the lockdown news that's doing the round.
106: Mumbai News | 23rd November 2020 | Decision on lockdown in next 8-10 days
November 24, 2020 02:06 - 5 minutesMaharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Sunday hinted at a Covid-induced lockdown in the coming days in the state owing to huge crowds witnessed during the recently concluded festival period. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the lockdown news that's doing the round.
105: Mumbai News | 23rd November 2020 | Swachh Sarvekshan 2021
November 23, 2020 07:26 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBBMC on November 18 announced the clean survey competition, organised under 'Swachh Sarvekshan 2021'. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini & Sachin Kalbag discuss the competition and how Mumbai city individuals can participate in this.
104: Mumbai News | 20th November 2020 | Maharashtra HSC, SSC supplementary exams
November 20, 2020 02:21 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MBSupplementary exams for HSC will be held between November 20 and December 10 while those for SSC will be held between November 20 and December 5. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the Maharashtra HSC, SSC supplementary exams.
103: Mumbai News | 19th November 2020 | No Chhath Puja allowed at beaches, ponds and riverbanks
November 19, 2020 01:30 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBBMC on Tuesday confirmed that the Chhath Puja festivities would not be allowed alongside water bodies in Mumbai due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the guidelines for Chhath Puja celebration.
102: Mumbai News | 18th November 2020 | Covid vaccine update
November 18, 2020 03:03 - 6 minutes - 5.87 MBIn this episode of Mumbai Smart News, Sachin Kalbag & RJ Rohini discuss the updates on Covid-19 vaccine. Is there a good news? Who will get the first batch? How much time it will take approximately for vaccination for the whole country? Tune in to know!
101: Mumbai News | 17th November 2020 | Mumbai's AQI Post-Diwali
November 17, 2020 02:01 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBMumbai's AQI a day after Diwali on Sunday was 148 which was much lower than Delhi which recorded an AQI of 435 which was in the 'severe' category. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini & Sachin discuss Mumbai's AQI post-diwali.
100: Mumbai News | 13th November 2020 | Maharashtra govt Railways to allow school teachers
November 13, 2020 01:50 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBMaharashtra School Education department recently released a set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ahead of the reopening of schools in the state from 23 November. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini discuss the SOPs for teachers to visit the schools.
99: Mumbai News | 11th November 2020 | FYJC admissions likely to resume post-Diwali
November 12, 2020 01:53 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MBAdmissions to first-year junior college (FYJC) in the state are likely to resume after Diwali vacations said officials from the state education department. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini talks all about the FYJC admissions.
98: Mumbai News | 11th November 2020 | Ban on bursting firecrackers
November 11, 2020 02:27 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MBAmid concerns of pollution and rise in COVID-19 cases due to pollution, the BMC had banned firecrackers within Mumbai municipal corporation limits. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini talks about the recent firecrackers ban in Mumbai city.
97: Mumbai News | 10th November 2020 | Second Covid-19 wave can hit like tsunami, warns CM
November 10, 2020 03:29 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBMaharashtra Chief Minister said that the second wave of Covid infections could be far worse then the first wave and the infections could rise three to four-fold then the current infections. Tune in to this episode as RJ Rohini discuss the probable second wave of Covid in the state.
96: Mumbai News | 9th November | Schools to reopen in Maharashtra
November 09, 2020 02:43 - 4 minutesClasses 9 to 12 of schools in Maharashtra will reopen from November 23, school education minister Varsha Gaikwad said on Saturday. Tune in to this episode as Rohini & Sachin discuss the reopening of schools in Maharashtra.