Deputy City Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
According to an official statement, the teams were deployed at six key entry points, including Mulund (Anand Nagar), Mulund (LBS Road), Airoli, Mankhurd, Dahisar and Sewri... [Read More]
08 April,2026 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarMumbai’s Metro network across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) has crossed the 100 km mark, driven by the opening of new stretches on Line 2B and Red Line 9. With major corridors like Aqua Line, Yellow Line 2A and Red Line 7 already operational... [Read More]
08 April,2026 07:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarWestern Railway has upgraded services at Virar railway station to support 15-coach suburban trains, increasing passenger capacity by nearly 25 per cent. With new services planned on the Virar-Dahanu and Churchgate routes, and future freight diversion expected... [Read More]
08 April,2026 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarAccording to a Central Railway spokesperson, the incident occurred at around 3:10 pm, following which the fire brigade was immediately alerted. The blaze was successfully extinguished by 4:00 pm, preventing further spread... [Read More]
07 April,2026 06:06 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarWestern Railway is witnessing lower ridership but higher revenue, driven by increased use of AC locals and changing travel patterns. Officials say higher fares and better compliance are boosting earnings... [Read More]
07 April,2026 11:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarIn a massive demolition drive, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Mumbai Police cleared nearly 11 acres of government land along the Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road (GMLR), officials said on Wednesday. Pics/BMC... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:50 PM ISTFDA carried out a special inspection drive across Mumbai and its suburbs to ensure the safety of milk supplied to residents, an official statement said. Pics/Special Arrangement by Rajendra B. Aklekar... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:48 PM ISTLife slowly returns to normal in Israel`s Netanya after a dramatic, last-minute ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. PICS/AFP... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:20 PM ISTIsrael`s military said Wednesday that it "continues fighting and ground operations" in its war against the Lebanese militia Hezbollah. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
08 April,2026 06:51 PM ISTAnanya Panday recently took to Instagram to share a series of pictures of herself, what she called `Livin the sweet life`. It included glimpses from her work, personal time and vacations. The post also included adorable pictures with her pets, for which she rightly warned, "by the end of it it does become a fan page" of her dogs.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 07:40 PM ISTTurning her nomination filing for the Bhabanipur seat into a political counteroffensive to the BJP`s call for "paribartan", West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday marched from her Kalighat residence to submit her papers, projecting the constituency as a "mini India" under siege of polarisation. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
08 April,2026 06:41 PM ISTIranian government supporters took to the streets of Tehran on Wednesday morning, after a ceasefire between the United States and Iran was announced. Pics/ AFP... [Read More]
08 April,2026 03:28 PM ISTDelhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday visited Vasudev ghat along the Yamuna bank to take stock of summer and monsoon preparations of the government (Pics/PTI and X)... [Read More]
08 April,2026 02:05 PM ISTIndia has issued an urgent advisory asking its citizens to leave Iran immediately, despite the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran. The Ministry of External Affairs welcomed the ceasefire but warned that the situation remains unstable on the ground. Thousands of Indians remain in Iran, including students, as New Delhi pushes for coordinated evacuations. The advisory has raised questions about whether the ceasefire is temporary and if a larger escalation could follow. ... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:13 PM ISTIsraeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon killing at least 12 people and wounding dozens despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Strikes in Sidon and the Tyre district triggered panic as Israel issued evacuation warnings south of the Zahrani River. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would honor the Iran ceasefire but continue fighting Hezbollah, leaving Lebanon outside the truce. Confusion grew after mediation claims suggested the ceasefire would extend across the region. France and Spain warned the situation risks wider escalation and called for respect for Lebanon’s sovereignty. ... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:13 PM ISTIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing strong criticism after US President Donald Trump announced a two week ceasefire with Iran. Opposition leader Yair Lapid called the move a political disaster, claiming Israel was not involved in key decisions affecting its national security. While Israel backed the conditional ceasefire, the political backlash continues to grow.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 08:12 PM ISTA high-stakes US military rescue mission to recover a missing F-15 crew member has unfolded alongside a wave of deadly strikes inside Iran, dramatically escalating tensions across the West Asia. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has confirmed the deaths of five fighters in Ardabil following overnight attacks, reportedly linked to US and Israeli operations. The strikes coincided with an intense American rescue effort involving dozens of aircraft, an operation that officials are calling one of the most complex in recent times. Meanwhile, the conflict spilled beyond Iran’s borders. A suspected Iranian drone strike targeted a major energy facility in Bahrain, igniting a storage tank fire at Bapco Energies. Authorities later confirmed the situation was brought under control with no reported injuries, but the message was clear, the confrontation is widening.... [Read More]
05 April,2026 07:45 PM ISTA routine flight turned into a devastating tragedy in southern Brazil after a small aircraft crashed during its final approach, killing all four people onboard. The incident unfolded near Capão da Canoa in Rio Grande do Sul, when the aircraft, identified as a Piper Malibu, encountered trouble just moments before landing. According to initial reports, the plane struck a pole near the edge of the runway while descending, before veering off course and crashing into a restaurant located close to the airport perimeter. The impact triggered a massive fire, with thick plumes of smoke engulfing the crash site within minutes. WATCH... [Read More]
05 April,2026 07:37 PM ISTTensions in West Asia are reaching a boiling point as Iran firmly rejects Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum tied to infrastructure threats and regional escalation. In a strong and unfiltered response, Tehran has labeled the warning as reckless and desperate, signaling that it will not bow to pressure. Iranian officials have issued one of their strongest warnings yet, cautioning that any further provocation could open the “gates of hell”, marking a dangerous shift in rhetoric. Senior military leadership, including General Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi, has reinforced Iran’s readiness for sustained confrontation, with clear signals that retaliation will be swift and continuous. The situation around the Strait of Hormuz remains critical, with global energy routes and geopolitical stability hanging in the balance. WATCH... [Read More]
05 April,2026 07:32 PM ISTIran has drawn a firm red line, warning of devastating retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, just as US President Donald Trump signals possible strikes on bridges, power plants and critical assets. In an escalation, Iranian-linked strikes have reportedly hit a Kuwaiti refinery, triggering fires and raising alarm across the Gulf. Tehran has also flagged US- and Israel-linked energy and economic hubs as potential targets, hinting at a much wider conflict footprint. IRGC-linked voices, including Ebrahim Zolfaghari, have warned that any attack on Iran’s infrastructure will be met with far more destructive retaliation across allied territories in the region. WATCH... [Read More]
03 April,2026 07:15 PM ISTA fresh controversy is brewing after a leaked White House video captured President Donald Trump making a sharp and personal remark about French President Emmanuel Macron, bringing Macron`s wife, Brigitte Macron. The comments reportedly came during a private lunch discussion, where Trump was addressing NATO`s role in the ongoing Iran conflict. While pushing for stronger military backing from allies, Trump appeared to question Macron`s leadership, delivering a pointed remark that has now triggered global reactions. Beyond the personal jab, the bigger takeaway lies in Trump`s blunt criticism of NATO itself. WATCH.... [Read More]
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