Western Railway will soon induct two new 15-car train sets from the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. Once commissioned, around 20-22 existing 12-car services may be converted into 15-car formations, boosting peak-hour capacity by nearly 25 per cent on Mumbai’s busy suburban network
Following a Bombay High Court directive, BEST has halted its bus service inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The park now runs e-bus/CNG services to Kanheri Caves at Rs 100 per person, up from Rs 20 earlier. Visitors say the fare hike burdens families and discourages affordable access
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Western Railway will soon integrate artificial intelligence into its Train Management System to improve suburban operations between Churchgate and Virar. The AI-enabled upgrade will feature colour-coded train tracking, delay alarms, advanced video walls and enhanced data storage for smoother services
The Kasturba Marg police arrested a 37-year-old man in Borivali East for allegedly duping senior citizens through debit card swapping fraud. The accused was caught outside an ATM with 71 debit cards. CCTV footage helped police trace and arrest him after multiple elderly victims were cheated
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The incident was reported at 6.52 pm, following which the Mumbai Fire Brigade rushed to the spot. The blaze was brought under control and extinguished by 7.26 pm, officials said
As part of the expansion, 12 new air-conditioned (AC) services have been introduced, taking the total number of daily AC local services from 121 to 133
Officials said the upgrade includes improved fittings and infrastructure, along with the addition of extra washbasins and WCs to enhance commuter convenience
Governor Acharya Devvrat pointed out that chemical fertilisers such as urea and DAP, along with pesticides, release harmful gases like nitrous oxide, contaminate groundwater, enter the food chain, and render soil infertile
Officials said the upgrade includes improved fittings and infrastructure, along with the addition of extra washbasins and WCs to enhance commuter convenience
19 February,2026 11:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarGovernor Acharya Devvrat pointed out that chemical fertilisers such as urea and DAP, along with pesticides, release harmful gases like nitrous oxide, contaminate groundwater, enter the food chain, and render soil infertile
19 February,2026 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA Mumbai court rejected a man’s plea to get back a horse used in ceremonial rides, prioritising animal welfare. The horse, seized after a PETA complaint of cruelty, was handed to a recognised animal welfare centre. The court noted the owner lacked valid licenses and the interim custody order could not be challenged
19 February,2026 07:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe zone's suburban network, which forms the lifeline of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, continued to dominate ridership. Suburban trains carried 1,201.93 million passengers in FY 2025-26, up from 1,187.92 million in the corresponding period of the previous year
19 February,2026 07:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThis marks a significant 25 per cent increase over the previous best performance of around Rs 1.64 crore recorded in financial year 2022-23, positioning Western Railway as one of the top zones in the country for revenue from this innovative segment, an official press release stated
19 February,2026 07:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Mumbai witnessed a peaceful first Ramadan iftar as devotees gathered near Fashion Street in Churchgate to break their fast. The street gathering reflected the spirit of unity and spiritual renewal that defines the month. (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE)
Chairing a meeting of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), Shinde approved a massive outlay aimed at addressing rapid urbanisation and strengthening connectivity
19 February,2026 07:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat garlanded the Maratha warrior king’s statue and offered ‘abhishek’, paying homage on behalf of the state. The event was part of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC's) 'Shiv Jayanti Utsav'
19 February,2026 06:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Grassroots leaders from six states highlighted village-led climate solutions at Mumbai Climate Week. From Maharashtra’s first net-zero Panchayat to Kerala’s Solar Gramam model, the session showcased renewable energy, land restoration
19 February,2026 05:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The family of Ramdhani Yadav, who died in the Mulund Metro slab collapse on the under-construction Mumbai Metro Line 4, has received Rs 39.5 lakh from Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority and the contractor. The body will be taken to Jaunpur for last rites
19 February,2026 03:59 PM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania
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The owners of a bar at the center of a deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort are now under intense scrutiny as investigators launch a criminal probe. The blaze broke out during a packed celebration in Crans-Montana, quickly turning into a deadly flashover that left little time for escape. Police have interviewed the bar’s French owners, examining whether the venue complied with fire safety regulations.
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