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Mumbai: IFC to help BEST redevelop five bus depots

Mumbai: IFC to help BEST redevelop five bus depots

They will have world-class facilities via the public-private partnership, improve undertaking’s non-fare revenue collection

02 June,2023 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
New BEST premium bus from BKC to Kharghar

New BEST premium bus from BKC to Kharghar

The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking has announced its plans to introduce Premium buses from Kharghar to BKC, for the convenience of the office goers and regular bus commuters in Navi Mumbai

01 June,2023 05:57 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai’s power use was highest-ever on Wednesday

Mumbai’s power use was highest-ever on Wednesday

Tata Power Company said that since Monday, the city’s demand had been steadily increasing

01 June,2023 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Mumbai: BEST gets award from FICCI for smart mobility

Mumbai: BEST gets award from FICCI for smart mobility

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry awarded the BEST top honours in the 'Smart Mobility' category for BEST's transformation towards progressive mobility, an official statement from the BEST said

30 May,2023 07:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Photos

IN PHOTOS: BEST to introduce more AC double-decker e-buses in Mumbai

IN PHOTOS: BEST to introduce more AC double-decker e-buses in Mumbai

On Saturday, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST) officially announced to introduce of a few more air-conditioned double-decker electric buses in Mumbai soon. see pics (Photo/BEST and File Photo)

21 May,2023 10:26 AM IST | Anagha Sawant
IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at shop in south Mumbai

IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out at shop in south Mumbai

A massive fire broke out at a shop in Mohammed Ali Road in south Mumbai on Monday evening. The Mumbai Fire Brigade officials, local police officials and the BEST officials rushed to the spot following the information, the civic authorities said. Pics/Shadab Khan

01 May,2023 07:03 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
In Photos: Ban on loud talk or music on BEST buses

In Photos: Ban on loud talk or music on BEST buses

A ban on having loud conversations on cell phones and playing audio clips or videos on mobile devices without headphones while travelling on the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses has been put into immediate effect.

28 April,2023 11:27 AM IST | Editor
IN PHOTOS: Travel in BEST's first AC double-decker e-bus in south Mumbai

IN PHOTOS: Travel in BEST's first AC double-decker e-bus in south Mumbai

The first AC double-decker e-bus of Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply And Transport (BEST) will ply on Mumbai roads from today. The passengers can commute in the bus and take a heritage tour of the city on weekends and on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)-NCPA route on weekdays Pic/Pradeep Dhivar

21 February,2023 09:36 AM IST

Videos

Soon Mumbaikars can charge their e-vehicles at BEST depots, watch details

Soon Mumbaikars can charge their e-vehicles at BEST depots, watch details

As the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) is taking steps toward making public transport environment-friendly, besides planning to fleet around 4,000 e-buses by March 2024 it will soon be opening its door to provide EV charging stations for private vehicles The BEST is working on installing around 330 e-charging stations at 55 locations in Mumbai and 10 will be ready by March this year. 

16 February,2023 05:19 PM IST | Mumbai
BEST announces 4th premium bus service route for commuters

BEST announces 4th premium bus service route for commuters

The BEST on Thursday announced the launch of the fourth route of its premium bus service in Mumbai. The new designated route, between Mumbai Airport and Kharghar in Navi Mumbai will help connect the commuters to and from both the Mumbai airport and Kharghar. Flyers can book their seat on Chalo App from February 11, informs BEST general manager Lokesh Chandra.

10 February,2023 08:07 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai Bus Stops Are All Set For A Swanky Makeover

Mumbai Bus Stops Are All Set For A Swanky Makeover

Good news for the passengers travelling in buses in Mumbai, as bus shelters in the city and suburbs are in for a swanky makeover. Around 105 existing pole bus stops will soon be replaced with see-through bus shelters along with seating arrangements.

18 January,2022 01:37 PM IST | Mumbai
‘Chalo App’ & ‘Chalo Bus Card’ Launched For Simplifying Bus Travel In Mumbai

‘Chalo App’ & ‘Chalo Bus Card’ Launched For Simplifying Bus Travel In Mumbai

In a complete makeover, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking is set to go digital with the launch of the app for commuters. #Maharashtra Tourism and Environment Minister #AadityaThackeray launched ‘#ChaloApp’ and ‘#ChaloBusCard’ on December 21. From tracking buses to booking tickets, watch the video to find out its feature, process, user reviews and more.

23 December,2021 03:31 PM IST | Mumbai

Live Blogs

Mumbai LIVE: City reports 14 Covid-19 cases, active tally in city at 84

Mumbai LIVE: City reports 14 Covid-19 cases, active tally in city at 84

Mumbai on Tuesday reported 14 new cases of Covid-19. No death was reported on May 30. The city is now left with an active tally of 84, the BMC said in health bulletin. We are closing the Live Blog now

30 May,2023 10:03 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai LIVE: City reports 7 new cases of Covid-19, active tally at 108

Mumbai LIVE: City reports 7 new cases of Covid-19, active tally at 108

Mumbai on Friday reported as many as seven cases of Covid-19. No death was reported on May 26. The city is now left with an active tally of 108. We are closing the Live Blog now

26 May,2023 10:09 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai LIVE: Man kills wife on suspicion of her character in Thane

Mumbai LIVE: Man kills wife on suspicion of her character in Thane

A man allegedly killed his 36-year-old wife at Badlapur town in Maharashtra's Thane district on suspicion of her character, police said on Thursday. we are closing the BLOG now

20 April,2023 10:02 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai LIVE: Hearing on Sheezan Khan's bail plea adjourned

Mumbai LIVE: Hearing on Sheezan Khan's bail plea adjourned

We are closing the live blog.

23 February,2023 09:45 PM IST | Mumbai

Podcast

Episode 20 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former Mumbai and India ODI batsman Jatin Paranjape

Episode 20 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former Mumbai and India ODI batsman Jatin Paranjape

Mumbai’s ex-batsman Jatin Paranjape turns back the clock to how he was introduced to the tough yet exciting world of Mumbai’s club cricket by being part of the Dadar Union Sporting Club, before graduating to U-19 cricket for India and a Mumbai Ranji Trophy call-up. An ankle injury proved a spanner in the works a few games into his India ODI career in 1998, but doors opened in the corporate field before becoming a national selector, followed by a post in a BCCI committee to pick the current national selection committee.

13 May,2023 12:22 PM IST | Mumbai
Episode 18 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former Mumbai and India wicketkeeper-batsman Chandrakant Pandit.

Episode 18 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former Mumbai and India wicketkeeper-batsman Chandrakant Pandit.

Mumbai’s wicketkeeper-batsman-turned coach Chandrakant Pandit opens up on how he could take his first steps in  serious cricket thanks to his coach Ramakant Achrekar, who convinced his dad that he should pursue the game. Pandit, who also figured in the 1987 World Cup, reveals how he got his first leadership role on a train journey to Chennai for an inter-office tournament.

24 February,2023 07:39 PM IST | Mumbai
Episode 15 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former India Test and ODI cricketer Yajurvindra Singh.

Episode 15 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. former India Test and ODI cricketer Yajurvindra Singh.

Former India Test cricketer and 1979 World Cupper Yajurvindra Singh talks about how Mumbai cricket had a huge impact on his career even though he represented Maharastra and Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy. His stints with Mahindra & Mahindra on the inter-office circuit and Jolly Cricketers in club cricket exposed him to the tough world of Mumbai cricket.

10 November,2022 05:37 PM IST | Mumbai
Episode 14 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. Balvinder Singh Sandhu, former Indian test cricketer

Episode 14 : Mid-day’s Mumbai Cricket Podcast with Clayton Murzello ft. Balvinder Singh Sandhu, former Indian test cricketer

Balvinder Singh Sandhu, a member of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team, talks about his journey from spin to swing bowling, learning to perfect his craft by observing Kapil Dev, a statement from Sunil Gavaskar playing a role in him dismissing Gordon Greenidge in the World Cup final at Lord's and how Sachin Tendulkar's presence made everyone feel vibrant and confident in the Mumbai team that he coached.

29 September,2022 05:32 PM IST | Mumbai

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