Western Railway is witnessing lower ridership but higher revenue, driven by increased use of AC locals and changing travel patterns. Officials say higher fares and better compliance are boosting earnings
07 April,2026 11:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Railway officials said that approximately 17 suburban services will soon be upgraded from 12-car to 15-car trains. The move is aimed at reducing overcrowding and increasing carrying capacity on some of the busiest routes
06 April,2026 04:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
The 112-year-old Elphinstone Bridge has been fully dismantled, marking the end of a historic structure in Mumbai. While a new double-deck bridge is set to replace it by 2027, authorities have preserved key elements of the old bridge—ensuring its legacy endures even as the city upgrades its infrastructure
06 April,2026 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Western Railway and MRVC successfully conducted a 15-coach EMU trial at Virar station after completing platform widening and extension works under the Virar–Dahanu quadrupling project. The upgrade will boost capacity, improve commuter convenience and support rising demand on the suburban corridor
05 April,2026 08:57 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarADVERTISEMENT
