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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.
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.
Bengaluru's Hebbal area faces severe traffic congestion as people return to work after holidays. Commuters highlight Baptist Hospital junction as a major chokepoint. Read more about the city's traffic woes.
Ludhiana residents demand stricter enforcement and long-term planning to tackle severe traffic congestion. Key issues include illegal parking and encroachments. Read the full report.
Lucknow police initiate disciplinary action against five officials for negligence in removing encroachments, which caused severe New Year traffic jams in old city areas. Read the full story.
Lucknow police launch a phased drive to clear encroachments from 20 key crossings. The action follows January 1 traffic chaos caused by temple visits. Read about the plan and affected areas.
As Mumbai gears up for BMC elections, the city's severe parking crisis demands immediate action. With the highest vehicle density and lowest road length among metros, a holistic policy is the need of the hour. Read more.
Bhopal faces severe traffic congestion as multiple road, Metro, and drainage projects cripple movement. Commuters in Arera Colony, Old City, and BHEL areas express frustration over endless diversions and delays.
Jaipur's ban on e-rickshaws from Dec 20 to Jan 10 to manage tourist crowds failed. Autos & cars filled the gap, creating worse jams & pedestrian woes in heritage areas. Read more.
Jalandhar witnessed severe traffic jams on New Year's Eve, with key roads like GT Road and PAP Chowk clogged for hours. Police cite vehicle surge and poor planning. Read more.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
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Delhi Traffic Police warns of severe congestion on NH-44 and key roads on December 31 & January 1, 2026, due to Khatu Shyam Temple rush and New Year. Plan alternate routes.
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.
Jaipur traffic police warn of heavy congestion on New Year's Day, deploy dynamic one-ways and extra personnel at key religious sites. Get the latest route restrictions and advisories here.
Patna police announce a detailed traffic & parking plan from Jan 1-4, 2026, for New Year crowds at Gandhi Maidan. Check route diversions, vehicle bans, and new parking zones to avoid congestion.
Heavy New Year's Eve footfall led to severe traffic restrictions in Noida's Sector 18 & DLF Mall, stranding commuters. Police barricades blocked all entry/exit points, causing major inconvenience. Read the full report.
Delhi Traffic Police announces traffic restrictions and diversions for Thursday due to New Year and Ekadashi. Key routes near temples and malls affected. Plan your journey.
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.
The fatal BEST bus accident in Bhandup highlights Mumbai's perilous station roads, plagued by hawkers, congestion, and jurisdictional neglect. Experts demand urgent action.
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Pune traffic police report a 10.44% rise in average vehicle speed and a 50% drop in severe monthly congestion using low-cost management techniques. Enforcement against violations intensified.
Daily chaos on a 4km Noida Expressway stretch as seven entry points create severe bottlenecks. Commuters face half-hour delays. Experts cite a vehicle surge and inadequate road improvements as key causes.
Daily commuters in Bhopal face severe congestion and delays on the Depot Square to Jehangirabad stretch. Metro construction narrows roads, causing routine snarls. Officials warn of worsening chaos as Republic Day nears. Read more.
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.
BMC unveils a Rs 2,225-crore plan to build two elevated roads, including a cable-stayed bridge over Malad creek, to cut travel time and ease congestion in the western suburb. Read details.
A new global study reveals Chicago as the worst US city for traffic, costing drivers 112 hours and over $2,000 annually. See which other cities made the list.
Hundreds of e-rickshaw drivers protested in Jaipur's Brahmpuri against a daytime ban in the Walled City, citing financial distress and unfair fines. Read about their demands and planned large-scale action.
The crucial Mumbai-Goa highway expansion faces major delays due to four flyovers and two bypasses. Travel time remains 8-9 hours instead of promised 6. Key completion dates revealed.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has officially launched commercial services, adding vital capacity to India's busiest aviation market. Read about the inaugural flights and future plans.
Jaipur traffic police modify signal timings on Delhi, Agra & MI Roads to ease peak season gridlock. New one-way on Amer Road diverts traffic, prompting strategic changes.