In a written reply to the Legislative Council, he stated that Chandrapur district in the Vidarbha region alone reported 47 fatalities in 2025, with Rs 8.27 crore disbursed as compensation to the victims’ families
The Canadian leader, accompanied by a high-level delegation, outlined his immediate agenda in Mumbai, focusing on deepening commercial ties
According to officials, a speeding car hit the vehicle of two women from behind, throwing them onto the road and leaving them critically injured following which the RTO officials rushed to their rescue
An official traffic notification issued by the Mumbau Traffic Police said that important dignitaries and a large number of devotees are expected to attend programmes within the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate limits
While the railway-related works were carried out by the Western Railways, the BMC completed girder bracing, deck sheet installation, slab casting and construction of the approach roads
An official statement said that the block will run on UP and DOWN Slow lines from 10:35 am to 3:35 pm for essential maintenance works, including track upkeep, signalling system checks, and overhead equipment maintenance
The special trains aim to provide convenient and comfortable travel options for passengers heading to the Konkan region during the festive period, an official statement said
KDMC Mayor Harshali Chaudhary inaugurated an inclusive sports event at Phadke Maidan, Kalyan, urging parents to encourage children with disabilities in competitions like wheelchair racing, shooting, chess & carrom to build confidence and promote empowerment
The maintenance is aimed at ensuring infrastructure safety and smooth operations across the Main Line and Harbour Line sections. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra travel time, Central Railway said
Commuters say Hans Bhugra Marg in Santacruz East has been reduced to a dust bowl due to construction work
School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse informed the state assembly that more than 20,000 fake copies of Balbharati textbooks were seized from a private printing press in Nagpur district in December 2025
Speaking during the Question Hour, the school education minister said the government has rolled out a “copy-free examination campaign” for the February-March board exams, on the lines of last year’s initiative, to maintain a fair and secure examination process
School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse informed the state assembly that more than 20,000 fake copies of Balbharati textbooks were seized from a private printing press in Nagpur district in December 2025
27 February,2026 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking during the Question Hour, the school education minister said the government has rolled out a “copy-free examination campaign” for the February-March board exams, on the lines of last year’s initiative, to maintain a fair and secure examination process
27 February,2026 06:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAn official traffic police notification said that 4.5 metres of the road will be excavated for cement concreting. In addition, underground infrastructure such as gas pipelines, utility ducts and MTNL cable lines occupies about 2.5 metres near the footpath on the northbound side
27 February,2026 05:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMinister Jaykumar Rawal noted that cotton procurement at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) in the state is carried out through the Cotton Corporation of India, the designated agency under the Union Textiles Ministry
27 February,2026 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking at a special programme titled ‘Jave Vinodachya Gaon’ organised in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on the occasion of Marathi Language Gaurav Day, Shinde outlined concrete policy measures for the preservation and promotion of the language
27 February,2026 04:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Mumbai witnessed clear skies and bright sunshine on Friday, prompting many residents to head towards the city’s seafronts to escape the hot afternoon conditions. Pics/Ashish Raje and Sameer Abedi
The special services will run between Panvel and Ratnagiri, providing relief to travellers heading to the Konkan region for the celebrations, an official statement said
27 February,2026 04:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The changes include route diversions, short terminations, and conversion of selected routes into air-conditioned (AC) services, an official statement said
27 February,2026 04:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Metropolitan Commissioner Dr Sanjay Mukherjee directed swift preparation of integrated plans aligned with transit-oriented development norms and seamless multimodal integration for Mumbai-Ahmedabad high speed rail project
27 February,2026 03:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The division has installed four new escalators, two each at Kasara and Badlapur, and commissioned two lifts at Vangani and Badlapur stations. The upgraded facilities are expected to significantly ease movement for senior citizens, pregnant women, Divyangjan, and passengers carrying heavy luggage
27 February,2026 02:39 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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