According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city is expected to witness mostly clear weather through the day, with temperatures ranging between 33 degrees Celsius and 21 degrees Celsius
Residents and environmental groups have raised concerns over the proposed Versova exit of the Bandra-Versova Sea Link, warning that 137 trees in Nana-Nani Park could be affected. Over 3,200 objections have been submitted to the BMC, questioning tree felling and transplantation plans
BJP MLA Yogesh Sagar conducted surprise inspections in Kandivli West amid complaints of open sale of ganja, hookah material and banned tobacco. Police registered five offences and said action had earlier been taken against 99 paan stalls, as political pressure mounts over enforcement lapses
After Charkop Sector 8 residents reported strong vibrations during Coastal Road interconnector pile testing, the BMC has appointed VJTI experts to assess structural safety. The review will evaluate vibration levels and recommend safeguards before work proceeds on the Versova-Bhayandar corridor
A 52-year-old woman running a home-based chapati business in Girgaon had a narrow escape after a portion of her dilapidated building wall collapsed. The incident has halted her only source of income, raising concerns over delayed redevelopment and lack of structural audits in old pagdi buildings
A group of 102 Mumbai architects and planners has opposed the state government’s plan to build underground parking and infrastructure at Mahalaxmi Racecourse as part of a 300-acre public park project. They warn the move could increase flooding risks and reduce vital open space in the city
Integration of Ghatkopar railway station with the Metro Blue Line has begun, with demolition of old railway structures and construction of a massive elevated deck and foot overbridges. The project aims to improve circulation and safety where heavy Metro and Central Railway suburban crowds converge daily
A 0.3-km pedestrian walkway built in 2023 to ease crowds at Mahalaxmi Temple remains largely unused, residents say. Despite crores spent on the project, devotees continue to crowd the narrow main approach road, blocking emergency access and raising safety concerns near residential buildings
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
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20 February,2026 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Team mid-dayWestern 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
20 February,2026 07:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe 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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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)
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20 February,2026 03:06 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirley Bose
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
19 February,2026 11:56 PM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
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
19 February,2026 11:50 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
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. Aklekar
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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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