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CIDCO Online E-Auction for Residential Plots in Navi Mumbai 2022

2022-04-12T14:25:00.006+05:30

On the auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa earlier this month, CIDCO announced the schedule of an e-tender cum e-auction process for the lease of plots for residential use in various nodes of Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

CIDCO Online Lottery for Nerul, Kharghar Navi Mumbai Housing Schemes 2022

2022-04-12T14:21:00.003+05:30

On the occasion of Gudi Padwa earlier this month, CIDCO announced the sale of tenements in their various Housing schemes in Navi Mumbai, for which an online lottery draw will be conducted in May 2022.

Eligibility requirements for Konkan Board MHADA Lottery 2021

2021-08-27T18:03:00.001+05:30

A few days ago, the Maharashtra Housing & Area Development Authority (MHADA) released the schedule for thelottery of low-cost flats in the areas that are under the jurisdiction of the Konkan Housing Board. If you are keen on buying one of them, know whether or not you are eligible to apply in terms of the age and other criteria.

Online application procedure and documents for Konkan Board flats through MHADA Lottery 2021

2021-08-27T14:16:00.003+05:30

The Maharashtra Housing & Area Development Authority (MHADA) is holding a lottery draw for those keen to purchase a low-cost home under the jurisdiction of the Konkan Housing Board. Applications have to be submitted online only as per the procedure and schedule mentioned below. Know whether you are eligible to apply. Details of the locations of the flats, size, and prices will be update in separate posts.

Shri Ashtavinayak Chitrashala Ganapati Murtis 2017

2017-08-08T19:12:00.003+05:30

The images in this blog post are of Ganapati idols created this year by the artistes of Shri Ashtavinayak Chitrashala, who bring idols from Pen to sell in Mumbai prior to the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.

Kishore Divekar Omkar Ganesh Pratimalay Ganapati Murtis 2017

2017-08-08T18:40:00.000+05:30

The images in this blog post are of Ganapati idols created by Shri Kishore Govind Divekar and his team of artistes at Omkar Ganesh Pratimalay idol-making workshop.

They specialize in providing idols from very fine grained and firm earthern clay idols from Pen and Kalyan.

They are based in Dombivili, District Thane, Maharashtra and sell their idols at Dadar a month prior to Ganesh Chaturthi. The contact address and phone numbers are provided at the end of this blog post.

Central Railway Winter Special Trains 2016 between Pune and Mangalore

2016-12-20T14:45:00.000+05:30

Central Railway is operating special trains this winter between Pune and Mangalore. These trains are weekly specials with a total of 10 trips, between Pune station and Mangalore Junction station.

Central Railway Winter Special Trains 2016 between Pune and Karmali

2016-12-20T14:32:00.001+05:30

Central Railway is operating special trains this winter between Pune and Karmali. These trains are weekly specials with a total of 10 trips, starting from 15th December 2016.

Central Railway Winter Special Trains 2016 between Mumbai and Tirunelveli

2016-12-20T14:28:00.004+05:30

Central Railway is operating special trains this winter between Mumbai and Tirunelveli. These trains are weekly specials with a total of 10 trips, between Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai and Tirunelveli.

Central Railway Winter Special Trains 2016 between Mumbai and Sawantwadi

2016-12-20T14:23:00.003+05:30

Central Railway is operating special trains this winter between Mumbai and Sawantwadi. These trains are Triweekly specials with a total of 22 trips, between Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai and Sawantwadi.

Central Railway Winter Special Trains 2016 from Mumbai and Karmali

2016-12-20T14:20:00.003+05:30

Central Railway is operating special trains this winter between Mumbai and Karmali. These trains are weekly specials with a total of 10 trips, between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus & Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai and Karmali.

Origami Mitra Wonderfold 2016 exhibition and workshop in Mumbai

2016-12-13T12:52:00.001+05:30

Origami Mitra is organizing a unique event in Mumbai, Maharashtra namely 'Wonderfold 2016' which showcases beautiful origami designs created from paper. There will also be workshops every hour during the duration of the event. Don't miss it!

Western Railway special trains from Mumbai to Jammu Tawi October-November 2016

2016-09-22T13:56:00.001+05:30

Western Railway is operating a Diwali festival weekly Super fast special trains on special fare between Bandra, Mumbai and Jammu Tawi next month, up to 15th November 2016, with a total of 14 trips.

Western Railway Durga Puja Special Train from Mumbai to Jaipur October-November 2016

2016-08-18T13:22:00.000+05:30

Western Railways is operating a Durga Puja Superfast weekly special train between Bandra Terminus, Mumbai and Jaipur between 19th October to 10th November 2016.

Central Railway special train between Mumbai and Velankanni August 2016

2016-08-18T13:12:00.000+05:30

Central Railway is operating a special train between Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Kurla, Mumbai and Velankanni this month. Reservations for tickets is now open as of 18th August 2016.

2016 Ganapati idols of Randive Ganapati Murti makers

2016-08-17T15:25:00.000+05:30

Ranadive Ganapait murti makers create their Ganapati idols in Pen and sell them in Mumbai, including one over 5 feet.

The photos of their artistic creations have been taken with their persmision.

Western Railway Suvidha Mumbai and Delhi special train October to November 2016

2016-08-15T13:57:00.000+05:30

Western Railway has announced a Suvidha special train to run weekly between Mumbai and New Delhi. The superfast trains will operate on 12 trips during the October to November months.

Yeh Dil Abhi Bhara Nahi Marathi play review

2016-01-31T14:32:00.001+05:30

The play Yeh Dil Abhi Bhara Nahi takes place within a single set of a home in Pune. The focus of the protagonist Arun Nagarkar, played by Vikram Gokhale and his relationship with his wife Vandana, played by Rima Lagoo. The premise is very humourous: the husband decides to retire from his job to give his wife company after their son emigrates. However, the wife has her own plans….

Centrail Railway extension of Pune-Hazrat Nizamuddin weekly special trains

2016-01-30T14:11:00.002+05:30

Central Railway has announced an extension of the AC weekly special train between Pune and Hazrat Nizamuddin. Bookings for the trains has already begun from 24th January 2016.

Mumbai Police at Republic Day parade 2016

2016-01-26T20:12:00.000+05:30

Like in past years, it was exciting to view the Republic Day parade at the Shivaji Park grounds in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The smartly marching squads, the music bands and the colourful floats - it was a matter of pride to be present on this momentous occasion. Below are snapshots of the Mumbai police squads, with more images to be uploaded in the days to come.

2015 Republic Day parade Mumbai Sanjay Gandhi National Park float

2016-01-18T20:41:00.000+05:30

With the 2016 Republic Day fast approaching , let's go back and have a look at the floats showcased at last year's parade at the Shivaji park grounds in Mumbai, Maharashtra. As usual, the floats were awesome.

One of these which stood out with its sheer vibrant colours and detailed designing was that of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), located at Borivali, Mumbai. It deserves a blog post all to itself!

2015 Diwali festival dates and Lakshmi puja timings

2015-11-08T15:25:00.001+05:30

With the festival of lights starting tomorrow, colurful and yummy days are ahead - colours in kandeels, lights, diyas and garments and the 'yummy' part in what else but traditional sweets! The 3 important important deities worshipped during Diwali are the Goddess of Wealth, namely Goddess Lakshmi, the Lord of wisdom, namely Lord Ganesha and the Goddess of learning, namely Goddess Saraswati. Learn more about the pujas and rituals of Diwali: How to do simple Ganesha and Lakshmi pujas on 5 days of Diwali

2015 Durga Puja Pandal Shivaji Park Mumbai images

2015-10-20T14:54:00.002+05:30

As in past years, on the occasion of Dussehra festivities, the traditions of Durga puja can be seen in all its splendor at the Bengal Club's pandal at Shivaji Park, Mumbai.

The entrance is dominated by a huge sculptural creation of Lord Shiva with the Kailash moumtains forming the backdrop.

In front of Lord Shiva are the 9 incarnations of the Devi, each depicted traditionally seated on a mount.

Shubham Mangalmurti Arts Ganapati idols 2015

2015-08-29T20:48:00.000+05:30

The beautiful Ganapati idols created by the artistes of Shubham Mangalmurti Arts from Satara can be viewed at Dadar, Mumbai (see address at the end). They have idols of Lord Ganesha in different forms, including those of Bal Ganesh, Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva. Do go at least once and see their amazing work.

Like last year, though, their idols are on display on the first floor of the building which is under construction so you need to take care when going upstairs.

Shri Ashtravinayak Chitrashala Ganapati Idols 2015

2015-08-25T14:33:00.000+05:30

It is time for Maharashtra's favourite festival - Ganesh Chaturthi! Planning to bring Ganapati Bappa home?

Check out these idols created by the artistes of Shri Ashtravinayak Chitrashala.