Mumbai was left paralyzed after receiving nearly 200 mm rainfall in just six hours on August 19. Streets turned into rivers, traffic came to a crawl, and train services were suspended as floodwaters wreaked havoc across the city. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed the situation with the disaster management department, warning that the next 48 hours will be crucial for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg, which remain on high alert.
19 August,2025 08:46 PM IST
Take a walk through history at Mumbai’s iconic museum inside CSMT — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum features a wide range of rare and historic items. Step inside, and you’ll discover engineering marvels on display — from scale models of the historic GIP1 to the ultra-modern Vande Bharat Express, and even the futuristic Shinkansen E5 Bullet Train. Take a look at this iconic showcase of India’s railway legacy.
19 May,2025 07:07 PM IST
On the occasion of Women’s Day 2025, Central Railway recently celebrated its women achievers who are breaking barriers in the male-dominated industry of Railways. From Surekha Yadav, India and Asia’s first female loco pilot, to Anupama Singh, the first woman tower wagon mechanic, these trailblazers are redefining gender roles in railways. Watch them share their challenges, triumphs, and the inspiration behind their journey.
06 March,2025 09:13 PM IST
Central Railway announced a 63-hour mega block starting midnight on May 30, impacting 930 local train services. This block aims to extend platforms at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and widen platforms at Thane station. Operations will resume by 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, 1st June. With over 1,800 local train services daily, serving over 30 lakh passengers across four corridors, disruptions and overcrowding are expected. Thane's overcrowded platforms 5 and 6 will be widened by 2-3 meters. During the block, 444 suburban services will be shortened and 446 services will originate from other stations. Mr. Ram Karan Yadav, the general manager of Central Railway said that Mega block is being carried to extend the length of CST. Apart from the local train services, long-distance trains are also expected to be affected during the block period. The railways have appealed to commuters to avoid travelling by local trains, unless necessary. However, daily commuters faced overcrowding and difficulties navigating through the crowds during the Mumbai block on 30th of May.
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