THURSDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2026

Godrej--one of largest pvt landowners in Asia

When we think of Mumbai, we imagine towering skyscrapers, bustling streets, and one of the most expensive real estate markets in the world. But here's a fact that shocks many - the Godrej family alone owns nearly 10 per cent of all land in Mumbai. This isn't just a modern-day acquisition; the story dates back more than a century ago, when the family secured massive tracts of land in Vikhroli. What was once seen as a distant, swampy expanse is now considered a goldmine in the heart of India's financial capital. Today, the land spans over 3,400 acres, of which nearly 1,000 acres are open for development. Imagine the value of land in Mumbai, where just a single acre can cost hundreds of crores. The sheer scale of this ownership puts the Godrej family in a league of their own, making them not just an industrial powerhouse but also one of the largest private landowners in Asia.



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Politicians are responsible for Narkasur hooliganism

KG VILOP, Chorao
Published Oct 22, 2025, 7:09 PM IST
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Diwali is celebrated uniquely in Goa by burning large effigies of the demon Narkasur to mark the victory of Lord Krishna over evil.  The recent incident of fireworks being set off inside a private car by an agitated group of people near the outpost at Honda-Sattari set a worst example. Accidents take place due to large effigies of Narkasur touching live electric wires on the road, sound pollution due to late night competitions, drinking alcohol, Narkasur effigies are…

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