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Maharashtra / The Times of India
Mumbai's creative workshops offer a unique therapy inspired by kintsugi, where participants smash pottery and then mend it with gold-tinted paint. This expressive reinterpretation blends catharsis with creativity, allowing individuals to vent stress and find beauty in repair. Attendees report a surprising sense of relief and a new perspective on life.
Worli is now India's ultra-luxury apartment hub, accounting for 40% of the national market. Over Rs 5,500 crore in high-value homes have sold in the last two years, with premium apartments fetching up to Rs 1 lakh per sq ft. The area is also emerging as Mumbai's central business district, attracting significant investment and development.
Scientists have uncovered why tuberculosis bacteria evade antibiotics by entering a dormant state. Researchers found that dormant TB bacteria develop a thicker, more rigid outer membrane, acting as a barrier that prevents drugs from entering. This discovery suggests combining existing antibiotics with molecules that weaken this membrane could significantly boost treatment effectiveness against the persistent disease.
Indian businesses anticipate a modest rise in inflation expectations to 3.97% by October 2025, while projecting subdued sales. Despite this, profit outlook has brightened, with firms attributing improved margins to easing cost burdens rather than increased demand. Retail inflation expectations have softened significantly.
Mumbai experiences a sunny December 5, 2025, with temperatures reaching 30.4C, a welcome change after yesterday's 'very poor' air quality. The week ahead promises consistent sunny conditions around 30C, ideal for outdoor activities, though masks are still advised in traffic zones.
The Bombay High Court has made a landmark decision by granting bail to Hany Babu, a former Delhi University professor linked to the Elgar Parishad case, after a staggering five-year incarceration. The court underscored that holding someone without trial for such an extended period breaches essential rights.
The Bombay High Court has slammed the Maharashtra government for a misconceived and prolonged legal battle against Tata Communications. The court quashed a Rs 26 crore claim over a Bandra plot, deeming it inequitable and unwarranted.
Worli has emerged as India's ultra-luxury apartment hub, accounting for 40% of the national market. Over the past two years, sales exceeding Rs 5,500 crore have been recorded, with premium apartments commanding prices up to Rs one lakh per sq ft. The area is also seeing significant commercial development, signaling its rise as Mumbai's central business district.
A 19-year-old student's alleged suicide after being assaulted on a Mumbai local train for speaking Hindi has ignited a political firestorm. Tensions over language, exacerbated by crowded commutes and nativist politics, have boiled over on the city's suburban railway network, leading to a heated debate and protests.
Mumbai's historic B Ward grapples with persistent garbage accumulation in narrow lanes, posing hygiene risks. Residents also face low water pressure and severe parking issues due to redevelopment. While a key bridge reopening eased traffic, the ward's challenges highlight ongoing civic concerns amid its rich heritage.
Maharashtra's ambitious plan to send 10,000 skilled workers to Germany, two years after signing an MoU, remains stalled. Despite Rs 5 crore spent on publicity and over 32,000 registrations, not a single person has been deployed. A pilot project faced hurdles with candidates failing German language proficiency tests, delaying the initiative.

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