Deputy City Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
For the convenience of passengers and to meet increased travel demand, Western Railway has decided the introduction of superfast special trains between Mumbai Central and Ahmedabad, an official statement said... [Read More]
06 March,2026 12:30 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarHeavy vehicles such as trucks, tankers and outstation buses are worsening traffic congestion on Mumbai’s flyovers along the Western and Eastern Express Highways. Experts say slow-moving vehicles on steep gradients reduce road capacity and suggest restricting heavy vehicles during peak hours... [Read More]
06 March,2026 07:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar , Ranjeet JadhavOn match days like Thursday, Art Deco lanes of Marine Drive turn into a high-security zone with, cop deployment, and roaring crowds, leaving residents juggling traffic chaos, parking woes and booming stadium noise... [Read More]
06 March,2026 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe Maharashtra Transport Action Committee (M-TAC) has postponed its proposed strike after receiving a written assurance from Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik that the government will address transporters’ demands after the Budget Session. A meeting with officials is expected next week to discuss key issues... [Read More]
06 March,2026 07:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarAccording to officials, the decision to defer the strike was taken following a request from the state government, which appealed to transport unions to reconsider the agitation in view of several ongoing developments... [Read More]
05 March,2026 06:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarGulf countries say they have intercepted more ballistic missiles and drones on Saturday as Iran launched another wave of retaliatory strikes. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:42 PM ISTWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee continued her protest against alleged arbitrary deletions in the post-SIR electoral rolls for the second consecutive day on Saturday, after she spent the night at the sit-in site in Kolkata. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:34 PM ISTAllu Sirish is finally married to the love of his life, Nayanika Reddy. The couple tied the knot on March 6, 2026, in a traditional ceremony, in the presence of their loved ones. While it was an intimate affair, several bigwigs of south industry were a part of festivities. Nayanika has now shared dreamy glimpses from the nuptials and it looks straight out of fairytale... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:57 PM ISTFrom grand palaces to epic battlefields, warrior princesses and queens have always brought a larger-than-life charm to the silver screen. These roles go beyond ornamental royalty; they embody courage, strength, and an unshakable spirit that keeps audiences hooked even today. Over the years, many actresses have taken on such powerful portrayals and left their mark. On Women`s Day, look at actresses who brought warrior royalty alive with unforgettable performances:... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:01 PM ISTWhile Bollywood is known for its spectacle and heightened drama, there are also instances where a female character feels less like fiction and more like lived reality. These characters bring vulnerability, emotional honesty, and quiet courage, mirroring everyday struggles, inner conflicts, and unspoken truths that audiences instantly recognise as their own. On the occasion of International Women`s Day, here`s looking at female relatable characters who felt deeply personal for their groundedness and being rooted in reality.... [Read More]
07 March,2026 03:58 PM ISTWomen’s Day 2026 is a celebration of strength, resilience, and the inspiring journeys of women across the world. In the ever-growing world of OTT storytelling, female characters have broken stereotypes and redefined what it means to be powerful, complex, and unforgettable. Here’s a look at some unforgettable female characters on OTT that left a lasting impact.... [Read More]
07 March,2026 03:11 PM ISTEvery once in a while, Indian cinema has taken a break from the badass, bone-breaking male heroes and villains and brought forward a female "anti-heroine" who lacks conventional heroic qualities and is driven by ambition, vengeance, or survival to make choices that are ethically questionable or outright. The evolution reflects a shift where women are finally allowed to be flawed, angry, and unapologetic. As we mark International Women`s Day, here`s looking at some of the most engaging and flawless female anti-heroes of Indian cinema. ... [Read More]
07 March,2026 02:43 PM ISTIndia and New Zealand are set to clash in the final of the T20 World Cup 2026. India will start as the favourites on their home turf to defend their title, while New Zealand are chasing history themselves, aiming for their first T20 World Cup title. Here are five players who could make a difference on the big stage. (Pics: ICC)... [Read More]
07 March,2026 01:29 PM ISTSri Lanka is facing a delicate diplomatic crisis after a US submarine torpedoed the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near the southern port city of Galle. The attack occurred within Sri Lanka’s Exclusive Economic Zone and killed at least 87 Iranian sailors, leaving survivors and bodies to be handled by the island nation. Reports say the United States has urged Sri Lanka not to repatriate survivors from the sunken warship and also asked Colombo not to send back the crew of another Iranian naval vessel, IRIS Booshehr, which is currently in Sri Lankan custody.... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:54 PM ISTIran–Israel war intensifies as dramatic new footage shows Iranian missiles lighting up the skies over Tel Aviv. Air raid sirens echoed across Israel’s commercial hub while Israeli air defense systems, including the Iron Dome, launched interceptors to stop incoming rockets and missiles. Witness videos captured bright explosions and streaking projectiles over the city as residents rushed for cover during the night attack. Some missiles appeared to break apart mid-air, scattering fragments across the skyline.... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:48 PM ISTThe United States says it has issued a 30-day waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil already at sea, aiming to stabilize global energy markets during escalating tensions in West Asia. At the same time, the Kremlin has refused to disclose how much crude it is exporting to India, citing security concerns and “too many ill wishers.” Russian officials say Moscow is ready to increase oil shipments to India and China as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz threaten global supply routes. ... [Read More]
07 March,2026 04:47 PM ISTRussia is reportedly providing Iran with intelligence on the location of US military forces in the Middle East as the war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel intensifies. According to officials familiar with the matter, the intelligence could include information on US warships, aircraft, radar systems, and communication networks operating across the region. The support may help Iran track American military movements as it launches missile and drone attacks against US bases and other targets.... [Read More]
06 March,2026 02:39 AM ISTThe US Justice Department has released additional FBI documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, revealing details from interviews conducted in 2019 with a woman who made allegations involving President Donald Trump abusing her while she was a minor. According to the documents, the woman told investigators that Epstein introduced her to Trump when she was a teenager. The DOJ says that the files were not included in earlier releases because they were mistakenly labeled as duplicate documents.... [Read More]
06 March,2026 01:52 AM ISTIsrael has launched one of its most dramatic strikes of the war, sending around 50 fighter jets to destroy a secret underground bunker linked to Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in the heart of Tehran. According to the Israel Defense Forces, the fortified complex stretched beneath multiple streets in the Iranian capital and was designed as a secure wartime command center for Iran’s top leadership. Israeli officials say the bunker continued to be used by senior regime figures even after Khamenei was killed in an earlier strike.... [Read More]
07 March,2026 12:37 AM ISTThe United States military has struck a massive Iranian drone carrier during the escalating naval conflict under Operation Epic Fury. According to U.S. Central Command, the vessel — described as roughly the size of a World War II aircraft carrier — was hit by American forces and left burning at sea. The strike comes as the United States intensifies operations against Iran’s naval fleet amid the wider conflict involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel. CENTCOM officials say the campaign has already destroyed or sunk more than 30 Iranian warships.... [Read More]
06 March,2026 12:37 AM ISTA controversy is brewing online after the US Central Command revised a statement related to reports of a fighter jet incident over Basra, Iraq. What began as unverified claims on social media quickly escalated into a global debate after CENTCOM edited its public messaging, prompting critics to accuse the US military of changing its narrative. The Pentagon has firmly denied that any US fighter jet crashed in Basra, dismissing viral claims circulating across social platforms. However, the revised wording in CENTCOM’s communication has triggered intense scrutiny, with users online questioning whether the aircraft was lost or shot down. WATCH... [Read More]
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