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.
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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.
Electrification of the scenic Sakleshpur–Subramanya ghats section paves the way for smoother Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail travel. A Vande Bharat Express is now under serious consideration. Read more about this engineering feat.
A 29-year-old's detailed mapping of NH-66, India's most dangerous highway, reveals shocking safety gaps. Discover the data-driven story behind the perilous road.
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A Vande Bharat Express train was halted for nearly an hour near Bengaluru after a bird strike damaged its power supply. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon. Read the full details here.
Mumbai's restaurants and hotels face a New Year shock as commercial LPG prices jump Rs 111 per cylinder. Industry warns of higher menu prices, squeezing margins and impacting consumers. Read more.
South Western Railway announces 17 additional trips for Bengaluru-Bidar Special Express to manage festive season crowds. Check new schedule and important travel advisories 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.
The Union government has greenlit two crucial highway projects in Maharashtra and Odisha, totaling Rs 7,210 crore, to boost connectivity and economic growth. Read more about the strategic infrastructure push.
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.
South Western Railway revises Hubballi-KSR Bengaluru Superfast Express timetable from Jan 1, sparking public outcry over lack of consultation. New departure set for 11:30 PM.
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.
An Air India Express pilot was arrested and later released on bail for allegedly assaulting a colleague at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
Dhawal Rajput, a 32-year-old deputy bank manager, was killed on Western Express Highway in Malad. Police are searching for the speeding private bus driver. Read the full report.
South Western Railways extends operations of 10 weekly & bi-weekly special trains till Feb to handle extra passenger traffic. Check new dates for Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam & other routes.
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.
Air India Express launched a new daily flight connecting Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport with Navi Mumbai International Airport on December 25, 2025, boosting connectivity.
Central & Western Railway to run special suburban trains on Dec 31 midnight in Mumbai. Check full schedule for CSMT, Kalyan, Harbour line, Churchgate, and Virar services for safe travel.
Get the latest Mumbai news updates for December 24, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic conditions, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to launch a Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Madgaon, Goa, citing public demand and improved rail infrastructure. This move aims to boost connectivity and tourism.
Dense fog blankets North India, severely disrupting rail services. Premium trains like Vande Bharat and Rajdhani Express face delays exceeding 8 hours. Get the latest updates on affected services.
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Delhi Police registers FIR after an Air India Express pilot allegedly assaulted a flyer. Investigation underway using CCTV footage and evidence. Read the latest details.
TV actress Donal Bisht recounts a harrowing car accident on Mumbai's Western Express Highway. She escaped injury but was left in shock. Read her full story.