Centre exchange will apply only at schools without CCTV, easing travel and supervision concerns raised by teachers; the decision follows concerns raised by teachers and principals’ association members, who said sending educators to unfamiliar schools for supervision could be impractical
However, the Opposition Congress and other parties criticised the BJP-led Union government, saying the budget has failed to provide any real relief to common citizens struggling with rising prices
High-speed corridors announced in Union Budget will slash 3.5-hour travel time between two cities, enhance connectivity to South India
Typical family from suburbs hails taxpayer-friendly Union Budget for urban infra fund allocation, forward-looking provisions
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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis stated that could merger talks be finalised without our knowledge? We have no information about February 12 being the announcement date
The Union Budget 2026 places strong emphasis on infrastructure development, regional growth and the empowerment of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which will drive India’s next phase of economic expansion, said Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO
The special deep clean drive starting on Monday will begin from Ashtavinayak Chowk in Kopri and will cover the areas in Kopri including Kopri village, Kanhaiya Nagar, Siddharth Nagar, Bara Bangla area and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Chowk and surrounding localities, an official statement said
Puja Marwaha, CEO of CRY – Child Rights and You, said that while the increase reflects positive intent, the overall scale of investment remains limited given India’s population and the growing developmental needs of children
Top Western Railway officials have urged the public to purchase valid tickets for train travel, stressing that every ticket bought contributes directly to railway development and passenger services
The JAC said the budget continues a long-standing pattern of neglect, where senior citizens are mentioned rhetorically but not supported through meaningful fiscal or policy commitments
Top Western Railway officials have urged the public to purchase valid tickets for train travel, stressing that every ticket bought contributes directly to railway development and passenger services
01 February,2026 08:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe JAC said the budget continues a long-standing pattern of neglect, where senior citizens are mentioned rhetorically but not supported through meaningful fiscal or policy commitments
01 February,2026 07:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe nomination process concluded on Sunday, February 1, with papers submitted between 11 am and 1 pm before NMMC Secretary Sangharatna Khillare, in line with the official election programme
01 February,2026 06:38 PM IST | Mumbai | Amarjeet SinghEmphasising the party’s democratic functioning, Patel said any decision of such significance would be taken only after consultations with senior leaders, legislators and party office-bearers, while respecting the collective will and sentiments of party members
01 February,2026 06:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTo enhance the quality of cement concrete roads, the BMC organised a technical training workshop at IIT Bombay. Over 300 engineers were trained on best practices, quality control, and modern construction techniques for durable Mumbai roads
01 February,2026 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
The ashes of late Maharashtra deputy CM and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Ajit Pawar were brought to the party’s state office in Mumbai on Sunday. Pics/Shadab Khan
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and deputy CM Eknath Shinde leaders said the budget will significantly strengthen Mumbai and Maharashtra while accelerating growth across smaller cities
01 February,2026 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Speaking on the Union Budget 2026, All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) Chairman Rajesh Rokde said the government has taken a balanced and sensitive approach towards the sector. He noted that there has been no increase in customs duty or GST, which brings much-needed relief to the trade
01 February,2026 04:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Referring to the budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Satam highlighted the announcement of seven high-speed rail corridors across the country. One of these will be the Mumbai-Pune corridor, which he said will make travel between the two cities faster and more convenient
01 February,2026 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In a post on social media platform X, Chaturvedi said she had hoped for a “reformatory budget” as promised by the Prime Minister. However, she described the budget as disappointing and said it missed the opportunity to clearly present India’s long-term vision
01 February,2026 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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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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