Western Railway is set to introduce four new 12-car non-AC local train services on the Mumbai suburban network from February 1 after the commissioning of the sixth line between Kandivali and Borivali, with more services to follow in mid-February and April
Foundational work and other essential activities will be carried out during the 85-day block, during which train operations from platforms 16 and 17 will remain suspended until completion of the work and handover of the platforms to Central Railway for traffic operations
Mumbai Metro One, promoted by Reliance Infrastructure, has earned the prestigious 'Great Place To Work' certification, highlighting its focus on employee well-being, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture while delivering safe and reliable metro services to commuters
Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, in her first reaction on X after taking oath, pledged to continue the work and ideals of her late husband, Ajit Pawar, focusing on farmers, labourers, women, youth, and deprived sections
Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar will handle state excise, sports & youth welfare, and minority development ministries. The finance and planning portfolios, previously managed by the late Ajit Pawar, are not part of her allocation, marking a shift in key responsibilities
On Saturday evening, Pawar was administered the oath of office by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat at Lok Bhavan (formerly known as Raj Bhavan) in Mumbai. She replaced her husband, Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash on Wednesday
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has commissioned six state-of-the-art biodegradable, solar-powered bio-toilets along the Mumbai Coastal Road (South) promenade to improve sanitation for citizens and tourists, with facilities operational at six key pedestrian underpasses
The annual horticulture exhibition, popularly known as the Mumbai Flower Festival, will open to the public after its inauguration on the morning of February 6
Gagrani made the remarks during an inspection of the ongoing Bhandup Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) to Bhandup Complex water tunnel project, a key infrastructure initiative aimed at transporting tertiary-treated sewage for non-potable use
Patil said Ajit Pawar had informed him that he had apprised NCP leaders Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare and Chhagan Bhujbal about the merger efforts and assured that they would abide by the decision he takes
The Rajya Sabha MP declined to comment on Sunetra Pawar, wife of Ajit Pawar, being sworn in as the Dy CM, saying no one has the information about the same
According to the BMC’s Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB), the fire was reported at around 10:01 am from New Gautam Nagar in Sonapur Lane, Bhim Wadi Road, near Jijamata Mandir in Govandi
The Rajya Sabha MP declined to comment on Sunetra Pawar, wife of Ajit Pawar, being sworn in as the Dy CM, saying no one has the information about the same
31 January,2026 02:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAccording to the BMC’s Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB), the fire was reported at around 10:01 am from New Gautam Nagar in Sonapur Lane, Bhim Wadi Road, near Jijamata Mandir in Govandi
31 January,2026 02:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNCP's legislature party meeting is scheduled to take place in the city at 2 pm, where Sunetra Pawar is set to be named as its leader. After that she will take oath as the first woman deputy CM of the state
31 January,2026 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe victim, Chetana Devrukhkar, was attempting to board a moving train heading for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) when she slipped and fell on the platform, senior inspector Pandhari Kande of the Kalyan GRP said
31 January,2026 02:01 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentMahayuti candidates Harshali Thavil and Rahul Damle submitted their nominations for the posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor, respectively
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Thrust into the spotlight from the shadows of one of Maharashtra’s most powerful political families, Sunetra Pawar on Saturday became the state’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister. She now faces the task of leading the Nationalist Congress Party following the tragic death of her husband, Ajit Pawar. PICS/ASHISH RAJE, TEXT/PTI
Ajit Pawar, who was deputy chief minister and finance minister in the Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti government, was killed in a plane crash in Baramati along with four others earlier this week.
31 January,2026 01:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Weather officials said Mumbai is likely to remain cloudy and hazy through the day, with temperatures expected to range between 21 degrees Celsius and 31 degrees Celsius
31 January,2026 12:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
BMC officials, using private vehicles and concealing their identities, conducted the operation at the parking site in Kala Ghoda. It was found that the contractor's representatives were charging Rs 150 per hour instead of the fixed Rs 70 for four-wheelers
31 January,2026 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Though she is not currently a member of either House of the Maharashtra legislature, the 62-year-old is expected to be chosen as leader of the NCP’s legislature wing at a party meeting later in the day, paving the way for her swearing-in
31 January,2026 10:29 AM 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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