Deputy City Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
Accidents last Dec and on Monday involved electric buses; four were killed in Bhandup mishap, nine in Kurla... [Read More]
31 December,2025 08:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarRailways has also promised doubling of express trains for Mumbai in the next three to five years... [Read More]
29 December,2025 07:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarWith the fifth line also affected, several suburban services will be cancelled. Certain Borivli/Andheri locals will short-terminate at Goregaon on the Harbour line, instead of running to their usual destinations. ... [Read More]
28 December,2025 07:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarFrom December 29, south staircases of foot overbridges at Mumbai’s Kandivali and Vasai Road stations will be closed for station improvement works. Alternate staircases and decks will remain open for commuters... [Read More]
26 December,2025 07:21 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarElevated concourse along Platform 1, new north and south FOBs, wider staircases and escalators aimed at safer, faster commuter dispersal... [Read More]
26 December,2025 08:37 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day.... [Read More]
31 December,2025 09:43 PM ISTFrom war zones and protest streets to moments of resilience, 2025 unfolded through images that captured courage, tragedy, and global impact. Here are some shots that shook the world. PICS/AFP, X, FILE PICS... [Read More]
31 December,2025 09:35 PM ISTPeople in Mumbai flocked to the city’s seashores to witness the last sunset of 2025. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]
31 December,2025 08:31 PM ISTThick smog was seen in several parts of Mumbai on Wednesday evening, reducing visibility and giving the city a hazy appearance. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
31 December,2025 05:57 PM ISTMumbai Police have put in place extensive security and traffic arrangements to ensure safe and peaceful New Year 2026 celebrations across the city. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
31 December,2025 05:45 PM ISTSpectators experienced the dazzling "family fireworks" in Sydney, as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge lit up three hours before the main New Year’s Eve show on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. PICS/AFP... [Read More]
31 December,2025 05:32 PM ISTThe year 2025 witnessed intense conflicts and flashpoints that shook the world. From the India-Pakistan conflict to escalating crises in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Africa, here are some shots capturing frontline battles, humanitarian struggles, and pivotal military moments that defined global affairs in 2025 ... [Read More]
31 December,2025 05:01 PM ISTSocial media in 2025 saw a surge of viral memes, quirky trends, celebrity moments, and sports fandoms. From the Coldplay Kiss Cam and “Maha Kumbh ki Monalisa” to RO-KO dominance and the chaotic “6-7” trend, these internet moments shaped India’s digital culture. (Pics/YouTube, X, and file pics)... [Read More]
31 December,2025 04:01 PM ISTRussia has released chilling night footage showing the wreckage of a drone it claims was aimed at President Vladimir Putin’s secluded residence in northwestern Russia. Moscow has described the incident as a terrorist act, while Ukraine has firmly denied any involvement, calling the claim fabricated.... [Read More]
31 December,2025 09:26 PM ISTIn this heartfelt episode of The Bollywood Film Story, singer Shilpa Rao sits down with Mayank Shekhar for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation. Shilpa opens up about growing up with a father who quietly shaped her musical journey, her early struggles after arriving in Mumbai, and why she believes “Bombay people are not starstruck.” She reflects on life-altering failures, the importance of constantly learning, and the moment her first song changed everything. ... [Read More]
29 December,2025 08:20 PM ISTHouse Representative Al Green has issued a stark warning about Trump, calling him a serious threat to democracy and the Constitution. Green praised 140 members of Congress for supporting his impeachment resolution, emphasizing their courageous stand against intense political pressure. The resolution alleges Trump abused his power by directly threatening Democratic lawmakers and inciting insubordination, including a controversial video urging troops to reject unlawful orders. Trump is also accused of intimidating federal judges and fueling actions that compromise judicial independence. The impeachment effort remains a critical and ongoing discussion amid growing concerns about institutional pressure and threats to democratic norms. WATCH ... [Read More]
31 December,2025 03:40 PM ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin alleges a Ukrainian drone attack on his Novgorod residence, sending shockwaves across global political circles. U.S. President Trump reacts sharply to the claims, expressing anger while questioning the authenticity of the reported strike. The early-morning alert from Putin has intensified the atmosphere at Mar-a-Lago, highlighting rising tensions between the world’s superpowers. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses the alleged strike as a fabricated narrative, challenging Russia’s account of ninety-one drones launched toward Novgorod. WATCH ... [Read More]
30 December,2025 02:37 PM ISTA political firestorm is ripping through Minnesota as federal scrutiny tightens over alleged childcare and nutrition-fund fraud. Trump’s team has frozen Minnesota’s childcare payments, citing what they call a massive and long-ignored pattern of misuse. The controversy accelerated after commentator Nick Shirley released videos showing allegedly empty, subsidized Somali-run childcare centers, clips that triggered a fresh wave of national debate and intensified public pressure on the Biden administration. In response, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) halted federal payments pending verification of how funds were being spent. WATCH ... [Read More]
31 December,2025 01:35 PM ISTA powerful winter storm is slamming large parts of the United States, bringing heavy snow, damaging winds, and dangerously cold temperatures across the Great Lakes, Midwest, and Northeast. Forecasters say the system rapidly intensifies to bomb cyclone strength, triggering widespread power outages and treacherous travel conditions.... [Read More]
31 December,2025 01:12 AM ISTRussia has released official video confirming the deployment of its nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile system in Belarus. Moscow says the missile has now entered active military service, placing much of Europe within potential striking distance.... [Read More]
31 December,2025 01:11 AM ISTYemen has declared a nationwide emergency after a sharp escalation in tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. President Rashad al-Alimi ordered UAE forces to leave Yemen within 24 hours, cancelling a key defence agreement between the two allies.... [Read More]
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