Deputy City Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
IIT-Bombay has launched a year-long study on Mumbai’s suburban railway network, examining AC services, fare structures, accessibility, and long-term operational sustainability. Commuters are invited to provide feedback to shape future improvements... [Read More]
30 January,2026 10:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe blaze was reported at around 5.27 pm in garbage accumulated in a drain beneath the railway tracks ahead of Kalwa station in Thane (West). Thick black smoke engulfed the tracks, creating hazardous conditions for train movement... [Read More]
30 January,2026 07:23 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarDuring the morning rush hour on Friday, three commuters fell onto the tracks at Mumbai’s Sion station after a fight. Central Railway turned off power for their rescue, affecting train punctuality. The passengers suffered injuries and were rushed to hospital... [Read More]
30 January,2026 06:45 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarWestern Railway’s Mumbai suburban system has become one of the first in Indian Railways to receive the ‘Kavach’ safety system with the commissioning of the Virar–Vadodara section. The indigenous ATP system will enhance safety through automatic braking and collision avoidance... [Read More]
30 January,2026 05:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarRailway authorities say several stalled lines gained momentum in late 2025 and early 2026 following the DCM’s direct intervention, reviews... [Read More]
30 January,2026 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarIn the WPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants posted a total of 167 runs. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: File Pic/X)... [Read More]
30 January,2026 09:07 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]
30 January,2026 08:53 PM ISTMayasabha is a slow burn, atmospheric psychological drama praised for mood and Jaaved Jaaferi’s performance but criticised for pacing and narrative payoff, making it a polarising watch for experimental cinema lovers... [Read More]
30 January,2026 07:51 PM ISTJanki Bodiwala is a star to look out for. She gained recognition with her stint in Vash and it`s Hindi remake Shaitaan. He role of a possessed girl earned her accolades, including National Film Award. She is currently a part of Rani Mukerji`s Mardaani 3. While her performance is hailed as promising, let`s have a look at some of her stunning looks.... [Read More]
30 January,2026 07:32 PM ISTAhead of the T20 World Cup 2026, will Team India prefer Ishan Kishan over Sanju Samson for the wicket-keeper`s role? Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X/File Pic)... [Read More]
30 January,2026 06:21 PM ISTWho doesn’t like winter? Winter brings the perfect time to open your sweater wardrobe and put your best fashion foot forward with knits and printed, fuzzy sweaters. And our leading ladies from Bollywood have shown how to ace winter fashion goals like a pro! ... [Read More]
30 January,2026 05:45 PM ISTActress Samara Tijori, daughter of senior actor Deepak Tijori, has given a remarkable performance in Amazon Prime Video`s recently released series Daldal... [Read More]
30 January,2026 04:40 PM ISTAs Mardaani 3 and Daldal hit the screens, Rani Mukerji and Bhumi Pednekar are commanding attention in thier respective roles as cops. And what better day to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about the outstanding portrayals of female cops by Bollywood actresses.... [Read More]
30 January,2026 02:53 PM IST"A massive Armada is heading to Iran... ready, willing, and able to fulfill its mission with speed and violence." President Trump has issued his most direct warning yet to the Iranian regime. Backed by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, the administration has moved the USS Abraham Lincoln and a massive fleet into position, effectively bottlenecking Iran’s maritime options. Following the 2025 success of "Operation Midnight Hammer," Hegseth warns that the U.S. is prepared to deliver "whatever the President expects" to ensure a zero-nuclear Iran. Is this the final warning before a full-scale strike?... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:44 AM ISTThe fragile US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza is facing its toughest test yet. Overnight, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed a targeted airstrike in southern Rafah, eliminating three individuals described as "terrorists" who emerged from an underground tunnel near troop positions. While the search continues for five others, the strike raises urgent questions about the stability of the truce that has been in place since October 2025. This escalation comes at a pivotal moment as the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan kicks off. With the newly formed "National Committee for the Administration of Gaza" and the US-led "Board of Peace" attempting to manage civilian affairs and restore public services, the path to demilitarization remains fraught with violations.... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:44 AM ISTNakuul Mehta and Danish Sait sit down for a candid chat with Mid-Day as their show Space Gen Chandrayaan launched this year. The actors reflect on dealing with failure and how their perception of life changed. Nakuul recalls how he has auditioned more than 500 times and how the rejections didn’t bog him down. The actor also reflected on how fatherhood changed him and shares how he prioritizes spending time with kids amid a hectic work schedule. Watch the full interview here.... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:43 AM ISTUkraine has made a dramatic diplomatic move as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly rejects Vladimir Putin’s invitation to Moscow and instead invites the Russian leader to Kyiv for direct talks. At the same time, the Kremlin confirms a temporary pause in strikes on Ukrainian cities following a direct request from President Donald Trump. ... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:42 AM ISTA new transatlantic rift is emerging as President Donald Trump openly warns the United Kingdom against strengthening business ties with China, calling the move dangerous for national and strategic security. The warning comes just as Prime Minister Keir Starmer concludes a high profile visit to Beijing aimed at resetting UK-China relations after years of diplomatic strain. Rather than backing down, Britain appears to be pushing forward. Starmer has defended engagement with China as a matter of national interest, arguing that economic cooperation can coexist with firm security safeguards. ... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:41 AM ISTA new political and cultural controversy is unfolding after podcaster Candace Owens released leaked audio she claims came from a private Zoom meeting held days after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The recording, allegedly featuring comments from Erika Kirk, quickly spread across social media and ignited intense backlash. ... [Read More]
30 January,2026 01:40 AM ISTFormer CNN anchor and independent journalist Don Lemon has been arrested by federal authorities in connection with an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a church service in Minnesota. Lemon says he was present strictly as a journalist, documenting events and live streaming the demonstration rather than participating in it. The arrest follows earlier court rulings that rejected prosecutors’ attempts to bring charges, citing a lack of probable cause. Despite those setbacks, federal authorities later pursued alternative procedures leading to Lemon’s detention in Los Angeles. ... [Read More]
31 January,2026 01:39 AM ISTGhislaine Maxwell has ignited fresh controversy by claiming that 29 men connected to Jeffrey Epstein secretly reached deals with the Department of Justice to avoid prosecution. The explosive allegation appears in a habeas corpus petition filed as Maxwell seeks to overturn her conviction, arguing that critical information was hidden from her defense.... [Read More]
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