Deputy City Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
Old footbridge in Matunga, with debris, uneven staircases, slippery flooring, and overgrown weeds is posing danger to residents who use it... [Read More]
09 January,2026 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarFollowing the fire, slow local train services towards Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) were suspended. To ensure safety and allow firefighting operations, the overhead electric (OHE) supply between Sion and Vidyavihar was switched off, officials said... [Read More]
08 January,2026 09:17 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarFollowing seven years of relentless follow-ups by mid-day, the elevated deck on the Mumbai Metro end of Ghatkopar station is inching close to reality... [Read More]
08 January,2026 01:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe machines have been placed outside women’s washrooms at Mumbai Metro One stations to provide discreet and convenient access to essential menstrual and hygiene products... [Read More]
07 January,2026 07:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarFollowing the massive fire at Kerala’s Thrissur station parking lot on Sunday that gutted over 500 bikes, mid-day does a safety check of parking spaces outside the city’s stations... [Read More]
07 January,2026 01:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar , Ritika GondhalekarA massive fire broke out in a train at Kurla on Thursday late evening, briefly affecting the Mumbai local train services during peak hour. Pics/Videograbs (Special Arrangement)... [Read More]
08 January,2026 10:58 PM ISTMNS leader Amit Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray jointly visited the poll office of Shivshakti Front candidate Krishna Mhadgut in Ward No. 91 while campaigning for the BMC election 2026, showcasing the growing strength of their alliance (Pics/X)... [Read More]
08 January,2026 10:39 PM ISTSpotted 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. (All pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
08 January,2026 08:30 PM ISTPrabhas-starrer The RajaSaab is all set to release on January 9. The film reunited him with Radhe Shyan co-star Riddhi Kumar. The actress grabbed attention at pre-release event after she revealed the rebel star gifted her a saree. It even sparked dating rumours. As she continues to make waves, let`s know more about the actress who was a winner of face of India pageant... [Read More]
08 January,2026 07:30 PM ISTMaharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde held a roadshow in Mumbai on Wednesday as part of Shiv Sena`s campaign for the BMC Election 2026. Pics/Eknath Shinde`s office... [Read More]
08 January,2026 05:49 PM ISTWith just a week to go for BMC Election 2026, Congress leader Kunal Ashokbhau Jadhav joined Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) on Thursday. He was welcomed by party chief Uddhav Thackeray at Matoshree, in the presence of senior leaders, marking a key political boost for the party in Andheri West (Pics/X) ... [Read More]
08 January,2026 05:56 PM ISTThalapathy Vijay`s final film Jana Nayagan was all set to hit theatres globally on January 9. However, owing to trouble with CBFC, the makers were forced to postpone the film`s release two days before grand launch. Here`s what happened behind the scenes... [Read More]
08 January,2026 04:11 PM ISTThe anticipation around The Batman Part II continues to steadily increase as the film is slowly taking shape. Although it`s scheduled for theatrical release on October 1, 2027 might still feel long, every new piece of update is keeping the buzz around the film fresh. With the filming planned to begin in spring 2026, news reports about the cast are emerging as the makers lock some of the biggest names. Here`s a list of actors who have been onboarded for The Batman Part II so far.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 01:28 PM ISTA devastating New Year’s Eve fire at a luxury nightclub in the Swiss Alps left 40 people dead and more than 100 injured, many with catastrophic burns. The tragedy unfolded at Crans-Montana, where a packed celebration turned into a deadly inferno within minutes. Investigators allege the bar’s manager fled the scene carrying the cash register as flames spread through the venue. Club owners Jessica and Jacques Moretti, who have run the nightclub since 2015, are now under investigation for manslaughter and serious bodily harm.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 07:21 PM ISTProtests erupted across the United States following a deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis, igniting outrage that quickly spread from the Midwest to major cities nationwide. Demonstrators gathered late into the night at Foley Square, calling the rally an emergency response to the killing. Similar scenes unfolded in San Francisco, where hundreds gathered outside ICE offices, while thousands paid tribute at a memorial in Minneapolis despite freezing temperatures.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 05:55 PM ISTUnited States President Donald Trump has backed a powerful new bipartisan bill aimed at punishing countries that continue to buy Russian oil, according to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. The proposed legislation would give Trump the authority to impose tariffs of up to 500 percent on imports from nations doing business with Russia’s energy sector. China and India are expected to be among the most impacted.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 03:15 PM ISTHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has come under intense scrutiny after defending an ICE officer who fatally shot a woman during a tense federal operation in south Minneapolis. The shooting occurred amid protests and a heavy federal law enforcement presence, just blocks from where George Floyd was killed in 2020. Noem labelled the incident an act of “domestic terrorism,” claiming the woman attempted to run over an ICE officer. ... [Read More]
08 January,2026 01:46 PM ISTThe world is watching as U.S.-Greenland tensions push Europe to coordinate a strong collective response. In this in-depth geopolitical analysis, we break down the latest developments from the White House confirming active talks on acquiring Greenland with military options not ruled out, to the united European stance that Greenland belongs to its people and decisions reside with Denmark & Greenland. WATCH ... [Read More]
07 January,2026 10:35 PM ISTA sweeping investigation into Minnesota’s daycare subsidy system has ignited national attention after shocking revelations exposed nearly a dozen state-funded childcare centers that appeared empty, inactive or non-operational, despite receiving public funds meant for low-income families. Soon after the Minnesota fraud revelations gained traction, Shirley revealed that his verified X profile no longer appears on Google search results. Instead of his official account, searches now surface fragmented links, archived pages and outdated references, effectively making his profile invisible to the wider internet. WATCH ... [Read More]
07 January,2026 08:28 PM ISTBerlin has been plunged into its longest power outage since World War II after an arson attack on high-voltage power cables triggered a massive blackout in the city southwest. German federal prosecutors have taken over the investigation and launched a terrorism probe, citing suspected sabotage, arson, disruption of public services, and possible membership in a terrorist organization.... [Read More]
07 January,2026 06:46 PM ISTU.S. President Donald Trump addressed House Republicans during a closed-door retreat at the Kennedy Center, delivering remarks that quickly became a focal point online after short clips surfaced across social media. During the speech, Trump veered off script, acting out exaggerated weightlifting motions and joking about being criticized at home for behavior he said was “unpresidential.” Trump also used the appearance to ridicule foreign leaders and global negotiations, including comments about international drug pricing and remarks aimed at France’s leadership. ... [Read More]
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