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The Rare Karvi Blossom Dazzles The Kharghar Hills

Kharghar hills dazzle with rare Karvi bloom.
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Residents are celebrating the rare bloom of the Karvi flower, which has begun adorning Kharghar Hills. Known for its striking purple-bluish hue, the Karvi (Strobilanthes callosa) blooms once every eight years, with the last occurrence in 2016. This year, the hills are transformed by the flower’s breathtaking display, which is visible during September and October.
Found in places like Goregaon Film City and Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Kharghar remains a prime spot for viewing this phenomenon. The Karvi is a large shrub, growing up to 20 feet, and thrives in the Western Ghats’ moist climate. It supports various insects and disperses its seeds after blooming through masting.
Nature activist Jyoti Nadkarni emphasised the flower’s medicinal properties, which Adivasis often use for their anti-inflammatory benefits. She also highlighted the demand for the thick, dark Karvi Honey produced during this bloom.
While praising the Forest Department’s efforts in protecting the area, Nadkarni raised concerns over encroachments and habitat destruction. She urged the government to preserve these ecosystems for future generations, noting that other wildflower species like Ceropegia and sundews also need protection.
This rare bloom not only adds beauty but underlines the need for conservation in Kharghar’s rich biodiversity.
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Agri Community Calls Special Meeting to Demand Navi Mumbai Airport Be Named After D.B. Patil

The Agri community, along with like-minded associations, has convened a special meeting to reinforce their demand for naming the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport after social activist D.B. Patil.
The meeting, organized by the All Party Action Committee and Akhil Agri Samaj Parishad, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Navi Mumbai Sports Association.
“This meeting aims to reiterate the long-standing demand of the local residents. D.B. Patil was a revered leader who fought for farmers’ rights, particularly during the government’s land acquisitions in the 1970s,” said an official.
The demand to name the airport after D.B. Patil has received widespread support. A resolution proposing the name D.B. Patil International Airport was previously passed and submitted to the Union government. While the Centre has approved the proposal, a formal notification is still awaited.
The meeting will focus on strategies to expedite the official announcement and ensure that the resolution is implemented without further delay.
The Agri community and supporting organizations remain firm in their stance, emphasizing that the airport should honor the legacy of a leader who championed the cause of local farmers.
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Navi Mumbai Director Duped of ₹60 Lakh in WhatsApp DP Fraud

A 52-year-old director of a Thane-based private company lost Rs60 lakh to a fraudster who impersonated another director by using his photograph as a WhatsApp display picture (DP).
According to the police, the complainant, a Navi Mumbai resident, is one of the three directors of the company. On February 5, he received a WhatsApp message from an unknown number, with the sender claiming to be another director, who was in Dubai, and stating that it was his new number.
The next day, the fraudster inquired about the company’s account balance. Believing he was communicating with his colleague—whose photo appeared as the WhatsApp DP—the complainant provided the details. The fraudster then requested an urgent transfer of Rs60 lakh, citing funding needs for a project.
Without suspecting foul play, the complainant instructed the company’s accountant to transfer the amount to the account provided by the fraudster. However, after the transaction, the real director in Dubai contacted him, inquiring about the large sum. Shocked, the complainant realized he had been duped through WhatsApp DP fraud.
The police have registered a case and are investigating the matter. Officials have warned the public to verify fund transfer requests and avoid relying solely on WhatsApp display pictures for identity confirmation.
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Traffic Restrictions on Atal Setu for MMRDA Marathon on February 16

The Navi Mumbai Traffic Police have announced traffic restrictions on Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link – MTHL) due to a marathon organized by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) on Sunday, February 16.
The marathon will take place between 4 a.m. and 12 p.m., covering the route from Sewri (Mumbai) to Chirle (Navi Mumbai). To ensure a smooth event and prevent congestion, vehicular movement on Atal Setu will be restricted from 11 p.m. on February 15 to 1 p.m. on February 16, as per an order issued by Assistant Police Commissioner (Traffic) and Additional In-charge Deputy Commissioner of Police, Traffic, Navi Mumbai, Vitthal Kubde.
The restrictions apply to all vehicles except those essential for the marathon, affecting commuters traveling between Mumbai, Pune, Uran, and JNPT. Authorities have advised motorists to use alternative routes, including Gavan Phata, Uran Phata, and Vashi for those traveling from Uran, while Pune-Mumbai traffic can use the Yashwantrao Chavan Expressway via Belapur and Vashi. Vehicles from Konkan and Panvel will also be diverted through Uran Phata and Vashi.
Exemptions have been granted to police vehicles, fire brigades, ambulances, and emergency services, as well as vehicles directly involved in the marathon.
The traffic police have urged commuters to plan their journeys in advance to avoid inconvenience.
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