Mumbai News LIVE Updates: A fire broke out inside a double-decker coach of a long-distance train at the Lower Parel workshop of Western Railway here on Friday morning and was put out within half an hour, an official said. Nobody was injured in the incident. The fire broke out at 11.14 am and was doused by 11.40 am. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, the official said. We are closing the LIVE blog now
13 February,2026 10:15 PM ISTDue to the block, some UP and Down suburban train services will remain cancelled. In addition, some Andheri and Borivali services will run only up to Goregaon on the Harbour Line
13 February,2026 04:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe competition saw participation from a large number of students across Maharashtra. Manoj impressed the judges with his well-researched content, deep understanding of the topic and effective writing style
13 February,2026 04:14 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentDuring the investigation, the Crime Detection Team of the Kasturba Marg Police Station examined footage from nearly 40 to 50 CCTV cameras along the suspected escape route to zero-in on the culprit, an official said
13 February,2026 04:37 PM IST | Samiullah KhanThane, Dombivli and Diva have recorded a sharp rise in daily passenger numbers over the past five years, with Thane station alone witnessing an increase of over 1.42 lakh commuters between 2021-22 and 2024-25, raising concerns over crowding and safety
13 February,2026 09:47 AM IST | Rajendra B. AklekarEach train will consist of 1 AC 2-Tier coach, 4 AC 3-Tier coaches, 9 Sleeper Class coaches, 8 General Second Class coaches and 2 Second Seating coaches with Luggage-cum-Guard’s Brake Van, an official statement said
13 February,2026 04:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe incident took place on December 27, 2025, when a snake was discovered in the toilet of Coach C-16 of Train No. 22225 Vande Bharat Express. The train continued its journey, and the snake was safely rescued at Solapur station, officials said
13 February,2026 05:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe announcement comes after several applicants reported technical and other genuine problems while completing Aadhaar and APAAR authentication during the online registration process
13 February,2026 05:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe block will be undertaken to carry out important engineering and maintenance works, the Central Railway said, adding that it will affect train operations in Mumbai division
13 February,2026 06:17 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Damini Squad of Thane Police carried out checks at markets, bus stops, shopping malls, gardens, parks, isolated areas and near schools and colleges in Kalyan and Dombivli
13 February,2026 06:27 PM IST | Aishwarya IyerMaharashtra CM Fadnavis shared the proposal on X after the meeting, stating that he held discussions on strengthening ties between Maharashtra and Japan
13 February,2026 06:58 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe preliminary list has been uploaded on the Forest Department website and displayed on notice boards at SGNP offices. It is also available for public viewing at the rehabilitation room for verification, officials said
13 February,2026 08:11 PM IST | Ranjeet JadhavThe Central Railway said that it will operate a special traffic and power block on the night of February 14-15, 2026 for infrastructure work at Kanjurmarg railway station
13 February,2026 11:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
The owners of a bar at the center of a deadly New Year’s fire at a Swiss ski resort are now under intense scrutiny as investigators launch a criminal probe. The blaze broke out during a packed celebration in Crans-Montana, quickly turning into a deadly flashover that left little time for escape. Police have interviewed the bar’s French owners, examining whether the venue complied with fire safety regulations.
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13 February,2026 09:16 PM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya IyerCongress criticises the Maharashtra government over rising crime, including threats to Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Rohit Shetty by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, blaming CM Devendra Fadnavis for failing to control criminal activity and focus on key issues like unemployment and women’s safety
13 February,2026 04:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAn FDA clerk, Rajendra Dherange, was arrested by the ACB for allegedly taking a Rs 35,000 bribe at Mantralaya. Minister Narhari Zirwal said he would resign if any link to him is found. Congress leaders Varsha Gaikwad and Harshwardhan Sapkal criticized the BJP-led government, calling for strict action and a probe
13 February,2026 03:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe complainant alleged that his room at Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar was divided into two portions and fresh ownership papers were created during his absence. Pantnagar Police are probing the alleged forgery under the BNS
13 February,2026 09:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya IyerDindoshi police have arrested a woman, her son and their associate for allegedly extorting Rs 11.5 lakh from a Goregaon East beautician by exploiting superstition and fear over nearly two years. The amount may rise to Rs 23 lakh, including interest
13 February,2026 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah KhanPolice uncovered a drug distribution network operating from a scrap shop in Sector 28, Nerul. Accused allegedly stored narcotics in nearby huts and transported small packets for sale at Rs 200 each before being caught red-handed during the raid
13 February,2026 08:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish VaktaniaThe victim suffered serious injuries in the incident, which occurred early Sunday in Aare village, Guhagar, approximately 290 kilometres from Ratnagiri, the official said
12 February,2026 10:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGold Coin weighing 12.37 grams: East India Company, Bengal Presidency, Gold Mohur from Murshidabad Mint, bearing the name of Shah Alam II, AH 1202/RY 19
12 February,2026 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn three separate cases, five persons have been accused of cheating homebuyers by falsely promising SRA flats in Mumbai. Victims allege they were misled with fake receipts and MoUs
12 February,2026 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Aishwarya IyerADVERTISEMENT
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