A Rs 381 crore shortfall from the Telangana government has derailed Hyderabad's MMTS Phase-II. Completed tracks lie unused, affecting suburban rail expansion. Read why commuters are frustrated.
Mumbai's busy Virar-Churchgate railway corridor is halfway through installing the indigenous KAVACH safety system. The Rs 67-crore project aims to prevent collisions and is on track for a September completion. Read more about this major safety upgrade.
Western Railway's 60-km Virar-Churchgate corridor is getting the indigenous KAVACH safety system, with 50% work complete. The Rs 67 crore project aims to cut accidents and will be operational by September 2026. Read more.
Get the latest Mumbai news for January 7, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and major political developments in the city.
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
Western Railway's ticket checking drives from April-Dec 2025 recovered Rs 155.46 crore in fines, a 49% jump. Mumbai suburban section contributed Rs 41.26 crore. Read more about the crackdown.
Stay ahead with the latest Mumbai headlines for January 5, 2026. Get key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments in the city.
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
Mumbai's suburban railways saw over 6 daily deaths in 2025, with 2,287 fatalities. Track crossing remains the top killer. Activists blame unchecked development and lack of transport alternatives. Read the full report.
India's ambitious Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train project faces an 83% cost escalation to Rs 1.98 lakh crore, with completion now expected by December 2029. Read about the delays and new timelines.
The Bengaluru suburban rail project faces a massive cost escalation of Rs 1,000 crore while progress remains slow. Get the latest details on the cabinet's approval.
Mumbai GRP establishes round-the-clock helpdesks at all suburban railway stations for visible policing and emergency aid. New SOP ensures commuter assistance for security, lost items, and medical emergencies.
Maharashtra govt launches 'Green Mumbai' with climate budgeting, 411 km metro, 5,000 e-buses to cut CO2. CM Fadnavis aims for clean air & sustainable growth.
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms India's first bullet train will begin operations on Independence Day 2027. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail will be rolled out in phases. Read the full plan.
India's first bullet train, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is set for launch on August 15, 2027. Check the high-speed route, key features, and travel time.
India's first bullet train will begin phased operations from August 15, 2027, with full Ahmedabad-Mumbai service by 2029. Get the complete timeline and latest construction updates here.
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Mumbaikars woke up to unexpected rain on the first morning of 2026, breaking the usual humid winter pattern. Residents shared their surprise on social media as showers greeted the financial capital. Read more about this unique start to the year.
Get the latest Mumbai news for Dec 31, 2025. Stay updated on civic alerts, traffic conditions, weather, and key political developments in the city. Watch the full video for details.
Central Railway celebrated a landmark 2025 with record passenger numbers, revenue, and freight. It marked 100 years of electrification and pioneered KAVACH trials. Read about its transformative year.
Railways ministry approves 32.46 km quadrupling project between Badlapur and Karjat under MUTP-3B to ease congestion and boost safety. Project to be completed in 3-4 years.
MRVC commissions IIT Bombay to benchmark suburban rail costs against Metro, focusing on passenger-kilometre cost, energy use & long-term financial viability for MMR.
Get the latest Mumbai news for Dec 30, 2025. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for all details.
Residents of Chennai's Pattabiram face daily commute nightmares due to severely reduced bus services, forcing reliance on trains and risky bike rides. Learn about the community's struggle and official responses.
Mumbai's Central and Western Railways will launch 749 additional suburban services by 2030, enabled by new coaching terminals at Panvel, Kalyan, Parel, and LTT. This expansion aims to reduce overcrowding and improve commuter reliability.
A scheduled mega block on Mumbai's Central Line from Mulund to Matunga allowed for crucial track, signal, and overhead equipment maintenance. Services are set to resume post-block, promising safer commutes.
Mumbai's air quality deteriorates sharply to AQI 136 despite cooler mornings. IMD forecasts further dip in night temperatures. Read for details and weekly forecast.
Central & Western Railway announce massive capacity boost for Mumbai's lifeline. 749 new suburban services, 95 long-distance trains planned to reduce overcrowding. Details inside.
Indian Railways unveils a major plan to double its capacity in 48 cities by 2030, targeting both suburban and non-suburban networks for a transformative upgrade. Read the full strategy.
Mumbai's suburban rail network is set for a massive transformation with a Rs 18,365-crore investment. The Panvel-Karjat corridor, a 29.6 km project costing Rs 2,782 crore, is now underway. Read more about this infrastructure revolution.