According to a Central Railway spokesperson, the incident occurred at around 3:10 pm, following which the fire brigade was immediately alerted. The blaze was successfully extinguished by 4:00 pm, preventing further spread
07 April,2026 06:06 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarWestern 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. AklekarNewly built ‘jodi’ FOBs at Mulund Railway Station lack direct access to the ticket booking office, forcing commuters to take longer routes. Residents have flagged the gap as a major planning flaw despite ongoing redevelopment
07 April,2026 08:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarParts of Elphinstone Bridge have been carefully preserved as it is dismantled, with its historic stones and plaques set to be reused—ensuring the bridge’s legacy lives on even as the city modernises
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