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Rajendra B. Aklekar

Rajendra B. Aklekar

Deputy Chief Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday

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Mumbai: Deadly combo of old works and new entry cause traffic gridlock in Worli

Mumbai: Deadly combo of old works and new entry cause traffic gridlock in Worli

Ongoing civic, Metro works have narrowed approach roads, even as people are confused about where the Coastal Roads entry actually is, creating bottlenecks... [Read More]

16 March,2024 05:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai: Western Railway to deploy Batman Squad for ticket-checking at night

Mumbai: Western Railway to deploy Batman Squad for ticket-checking at night

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Operating in the night at odd hours, the members of the Batman Squad patrol WR stations with a mission... [Read More]

15 March,2024 05:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai: Now, breathe easy in 240 BEST buses

Mumbai: Now, breathe easy in 240 BEST buses

Buses with air filters will ply in some of the most congested areas of the city... [Read More]

15 March,2024 04:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai: Now, you can take the BEST bus on MTHL

Mumbai: Now, you can take the BEST bus on MTHL

State govt okays several decisions on MMR transport, from fare, new bus route to concessions to station renaming... [Read More]

14 March,2024 07:08 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai: North-south connector opened at Kanjurmarg

Mumbai: North-south connector opened at Kanjurmarg

Linkway to boost pedestrian connectivity from JVLR, LBS Road to Kanjurmarg East and beyond... [Read More]

14 March,2024 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
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Spotted in the city: Kareena Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Rakul Preet Singh and others

Spotted in the city: Kareena Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Rakul Preet Singh and others

Spotted 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]

18 March,2024 07:40 PM IST
Antony Blinken says US will always work with Seoul against NKorea's provocations

Antony Blinken says US will always work with Seoul against NKorea's provocations

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken met South Korea`s President Yoon Suk Yeol and assured US will work with Seoul to respond to North Korea`s provocations. Pics/ AFP & X... [Read More]

18 March,2024 06:03 PM IST | Seoul
In Pics: BTS of an epic collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh and Ed Sheeran

In Pics: BTS of an epic collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh and Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran spent a week in Mumbai before his performance on Saturday, March 16. While the singer-songwriter interacted with several famous personalities in the city during his visit, it was his collaboration with Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh that won hearts. He also sang a few lines in Punjabi to the delight of the crowd gathered to hear him sing. Now, Diljit has shared some BTS pics that resulted in this epic collaboration (All Pics/ Diljit Dosanjh Instagram)... [Read More]

18 March,2024 06:41 PM IST
Ramadan 2024: From sharara to ghagra, this Iftar party ace it like Sonakshi

Ramadan 2024: From sharara to ghagra, this Iftar party ace it like Sonakshi

The auspicious month of Ramadan is here, and we are sure that you must be searching for outfit inspiration to ace your look at Iftar parties. Sonakshi Sinha`s Instagram is a one-stop destination for all the outfit inspiration you want... [Read More]

18 March,2024 06:55 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Four coaches of Sabarmati-Agra superfast train derail in Ajmer

IN PHOTOS: Four coaches of Sabarmati-Agra superfast train derail in Ajmer

Four coaches of the Sabarmati-Agra superfast train derailed near the Ajmer station on Monday morning, officials said. Pics/PTI... [Read More]

18 March,2024 06:06 PM IST
Seekh kebab to malpua: 13 mouthwatering iftar dishes to try at Mohammad Ali Road

Seekh kebab to malpua: 13 mouthwatering iftar dishes to try at Mohammad Ali Road

With the onset of Ramadan, the famous khau galli at Mumbai`s Mohammad Ali Road is oozing with lip-smacking dishes. The savoury fragrance of chicken cutlets, the sweet aroma of malpuas and the refreshing scent of mohabbat ka sharbat mingle in the air and holler foodies from every corner of the city. Here, are the top 13 delicious iftar treats to try at this khau gali during the month of Ramadan. Image Courtesy: Manjeet Kumar Thakur... [Read More]

18 March,2024 09:29 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: 'There's a BJP wave in the south,' PM Modi says in Telangana rally

IN PHOTOS: 'There's a BJP wave in the south,' PM Modi says in Telangana rally

During his rally in the southern state on Monday ahead of the Lok Sabha 2024 elections, PM Narendra Modi said that as the voting day nears there is a BJP wave in Telangana while Congress and BRS will get cleaned up. Pics/ X @NarendraModi and PTI... [Read More]

18 March,2024 05:09 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: 5 popular ways that people biohack for a healthy lifestyle

IN PHOTOS: 5 popular ways that people biohack for a healthy lifestyle

Biohacking is a DIY approach that involves the intentional modification of one`s biology through lifestyle changes, diet, technology, or other means to enhance physical and cognitive performance... [Read More]

18 March,2024 05:01 PM IST
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K Annamalai criticizes DMK over freshly released Electoral Bonds data

K Annamalai criticizes DMK over freshly released Electoral Bonds data

Lottery king Santiago Martin`s Future Gaming was the biggest purchaser of electoral bonds at Rs 1,368 crore, of which nearly 37 per cent went to the DMK, the Election Commission data showed on March 17. The company donated Rs 509 crore to Tamil Nadu`s ruling party, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), through the electoral bond. Tamil Nadu’s BJP Chief K Annamalai slammed the DMK-led MK Stalin Government and said, “How can you get 90 per cent from a company that too is involved in lottery and gaming? DMK has to come out. Chief Minister has gone against one private new magazine in Tamil Nadu for defamation, where he has given in writing to a Court an affidavit that he never took money from any of the companies that are involved in the gambling and gaming business.”... [Read More]

18 March,2024 04:59 PM IST
 Lakme Fashion Week 2024: B-town beauties sizzle at the event

Lakme Fashion Week 2024: B-town beauties sizzle at the event

Lakme Fashion  Week was a grand hit this year. Lakme Fashion Week in collaboration with FDCI came to an end with Rahul Mishra presenting the grand finale. Bollywood actress Ananya Panday turned showstopper for the design Maverick. Other actors who also sashayed on the ramp at this edition of the fashion extravaganza were Triptii Dimri, Madhuri Dixit, Diana Penty, and Shehnaaz Gill. All of the Bollywood divas looked absolute Goddesses in their sizzling ensembles. Watch the full video for more scoop, fun interactions, and dazzling looks by designers.  ... [Read More]

18 March,2024 04:33 PM IST
 PM Modi interrupts Pawan Kalyan's speech, urges people to climb down lamp post

PM Modi interrupts Pawan Kalyan's speech, urges people to climb down lamp post

PM Modi on March 17 held a public meeting in AP’s Palnadu joined by TDP supremo N Chandrababu Naidu and Janasena chief Pawan KalyanIt was the first occasion, the 3 leaders shared the stage in a rally ahead of the Lok Sabha Polls 2024 However, an unmissable incident occurred when PM Modi interrupted Pawan Kalyan’s speech  Interrupting Kalyan’s speech, PM Modi asked some of his supporters to climb down lamp post. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, noticed people climbing the structure on which lights were fixed and immediately interrupted Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan, who was addressing the gathering, to urge them to come down from the lamp post. Watch video.... [Read More]

18 March,2024 12:58 PM IST
Hema Malini emphasizes importance of Lok Sabha polls

Hema Malini emphasizes importance of Lok Sabha polls

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Hema Malini emphasised the importance of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on March 17. While speaking tomediapersons, Hema Malini said the elections are important for the whole world. She also said that global leaders are rooting for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to get elected as Prime Minister again. BJP MP Hema Malini said, "These elections are very important not only for the state or the country but also for the whole world. The leaders of the world want PM Modi to become the prime minister and guide them... The popularity of Mathura and Vrindavan has increased in the last 10 years. River Yamuna is also one of the main issues for us this time."... [Read More]

18 March,2024 12:32 PM IST
Vladimir Putin warns of World War 3 in election victory speech

Vladimir Putin warns of World War 3 in election victory speech

Vladimir Putin won the Russian Presidential Elections with nearly 88 per cent votes. While addressing Russian citizens, the newly elected President Putin warned of World War III. Direct conflict between Russia, NATO would mean the world would be “one step away” from World War III. The Ukraine conflict has triggered deepest crisis in Moscow`s relations with West since 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. Putin has often warned of the risks of nuclear war but says he has never felt the need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Elections in Russia came just over two years since the full-scale conflict broke out between Ukraine, Russia. It has been considered as one of the Europe’s deadliest conflict since the World War II. The chair of the central election commission in Moscow said Putin won a record 88 pc of the vote. He received more votes in comparison to the 2018 Elections where he bagged 76.69 per cent of the total votes counted. Vladimir Putin was first elected as the President in 2000 and re-elected in 2004, 2012, 2018 and 2024 respectively.... [Read More]

18 March,2024 12:32 PM IST
Crew Trailer: Tabu, Kareena & Kriti thank Kapil for being a part of 'Crew'

Crew Trailer: Tabu, Kareena & Kriti thank Kapil for being a part of 'Crew'

Amidst the glitz and glamour of Mumbai’s bustling entertainment hub, the eagerly anticipated movie CREW’s trailer was launched on March 16. The movie is directed by Rajesh A Krishnan and stars three leading ladies of Bollywood Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon along with musician Diljit Dosanjh and the comedic maestro, Kapil Sharma. The trailer launch event witnessed all three divas of Bollywood along with the captain of the ship Rajesh A Krishnan. The ‘CREW’ movie follows three resilient women as they navigate through life’s twists and turns, finding themselves entangled in unexpected circumstances. In the press conference, the leading ladies spoke about the experience of working in the film, and in a fun banter with the host, they also shared some anecdotes during the filming of the movie. While joking Tabu said, “Directors take me in their film to scold only because I seem to do that well.” Kareena spoke about the honour she felt after sharing screen space with both Tabu and Kriti. On the other hand, Kriti teased director Rajesh Krishnan and asked how he felt about working with three ladies.... [Read More]

18 March,2024 11:43 AM IST
Ajmer train accident: Passenger train collides with goods train in Ajmer

Ajmer train accident: Passenger train collides with goods train in Ajmer

A massive train accident took place near Ajmer today. Passengers sustained minor injuries after Sabarmati Express collided with a goods train on March 18. The incident occurred at midnight near Madar station in Ajmer district. However, no casualties have been reported so far in the incident. Several passengers sustained minor injuries and  least four coaches and the engine of Sabarmati Express train got derailed. The reason behind the train derailment is yet to be ascertained. Meanwhile, the rescue teams and railway officials reached the incident spot. Due to the incident, several trains have been diverted to different routes. Watch video for more information.... [Read More]

18 March,2024 10:55 AM IST
Elvish Yadav arrest: Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner arrested in Noida snake venom case

Elvish Yadav arrest: Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner arrested in Noida snake venom case

Noida Police arrested YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner Elvish Yadav on March 17. He was produced at the Districts and Sessions Court, Surajpur, in the snake venom rave party case. The Bigg Boss OTT 2 Winner had been reprimanded to 14 days of judicial custody in connection with a case under the wildlife protection act, 1972. Elvish Yadav was one of the 6 individuals named in an FIR filed at sector 49 police station on 3rd November, 2023. Although 5 other accused were arrested, they are currently out on bail, according to the officials.  Watch video for more.... [Read More]

18 March,2024 10:24 AM IST
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