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WR 6th line work: 240 Mumbai local trains to remain cancelled over the weekend

WR 6th line work: 240 Mumbai local trains to remain cancelled over the weekend

Due to the block, suspension of the fifth line, and speed restrictions, several suburban train services will be cancelled. Western Railway has stated that a detailed list of affected trains is available with station masters, officials said

14 January,2026 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Michelangelo’s Renaissance designs inspire Vasai Fort’s resilient architecture

Michelangelo’s Renaissance designs inspire Vasai Fort’s resilient architecture

Few know that the formidable design of Vasai Fort traces its roots to Renaissance master Michelangelo. The fort’s thick, angled bastions followed the Trace Italienne style he pioneered in Florence, helping it withstand heavy Maratha cannon fire during the historic Battle of Vasai in 1739

13 January,2026 10:06 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble
Will Mumbai’s third airport come up in Virar instead of Palghar?

Will Mumbai’s third airport come up in Virar instead of Palghar?

State government initiates study to decide whether location is more suitable than previously announced site, Palghar

10 January,2026 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
WR 6th line work: 240 Mumbai trains to be cancelled on Jan 12-13, check details

WR 6th line work: 240 Mumbai trains to be cancelled on Jan 12-13, check details

The Western Railway announced a major block on the Kandivali-Borivali section in connection with the construction of the 6th railway line. The ongoing 30-day block began on the night of 20th/21st December, 2025 and will continue until 18th January, 2026

09 January,2026 09:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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