Excavation for the Bandra-Versova Sea Link’s Versova exit has begun inside Nana-Nani Park under a revised plan that spares full demolition. However, 184 trees are set to be cut and 164 transplanted, raising concerns among residents who rely on the 20-year-old park as a daily community hub. (Pics/Madhulika Ram Kavattur and Nimesh Dave)

The Mumbai Police have stepped up security arrangements as preparations begin for New Year 2026 celebrations across the city. Pics/Ashish Raje