Shrikant Shinde Demands 15-Coach Local Trains, Marathi Literature Stalls at Railway Stations
Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde on Tuesday raised significant demands in the Lok Sabha aimed at improving suburban railway services, especially…
Bandra-Kurla Pod Taxi Project to Be Fast-Tracked
Pod taxi service will play a crucial role in decongesting traffic between Bandra and Kurla railway stations within the BKC,…
MRVC Launches Feasibility Study for Underground Rail Lines in South Mumbai
Both Central and Western Railways carry the highest passenger volumes in the country, making the project extremely challenging. Mumbai: With…
Maharashtra Plans 10 New Water Transport Routes, 4 to Link NMIA
The initiative, led by the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), aims to ease road congestion and tap into the economic potential…
No More QR Code Tickets: Railways Enforce New Rule
The move follows increasing complaints since 2023 about misuse of the QR system. Mumbai: If you usually rely on QR…
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Rs. 6,363 Crore Elevated Road Linking Thane to NMIA
Once operational, travel time between Thane and NMIA will drop from 90 minutes to just 30 minutes, relieving pressure on…
Electric Vehicles Now Exempt from Toll on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Samruddhi Highway, and Atal Bridge
The central government had also introduced the FAME scheme (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) to accelerate EV production…
Mandwa-Gateway Ferry Service Resumes After Monsoon Delay
The Mandwa-Gateway route transports millions of passengers annually. During the monsoon, from June to August, ferry services remain suspended, forcing…
Mega Block on Central Railway Tomorrow
Mumbai: This update is important for commuters traveling by local trains on the weekend. Central Railway has announced a mega…
No Extra Charge for Carrying Additional Luggage in Trains: Railway Minister
Earlier reports had claimed that while these rules were already in place, the Railways planned to enforce them more strictly.…
New Guidelines to Make School Vans Safer and More Affordable
The new rules aim to make school transportation safer, more reliable, and parent-friendly. Mumbai: The Maharashtra Transport Department is set…
Maha Govt Approves 268 AC Local Trains in First Phase of Modernisation
Green signal for Pune–Lonavala & Thane–Navi Mumbai Corridors Mumbai: The state cabinet’s infrastructure committee has approved the purchase of 268…
Kalyan–Shilphata Road to Face Night Traffic Diversion for Metro Girder Work
Metro construction to cause 20-day night traffic changes, effecting from 11:45 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily. Thane: Traffic congestion on…
Central Railway to Introduce 15-Coach Locals on CSMT–Khopoli Route by August
Passenger Capacity to Rise 25% as Central Railway Upgrades for Longer Trains Mumbai: Central Railway is fast-tracking work on its…
Panvel–Karjat Suburban Corridor 76% Complete; Key Tunnels and Bridges Ready
New Alternative for Mumbai’s Suburban Network; Travel Time to Reduce Mumbai: The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) is rapidly progressing…
Thane Metro to Begin Trial Run in September, Launch by Year-End!
Once operational, the metro is expected to significantly reduce Thane’s traffic woes. Thane: Thane is witnessing rapid infrastructure growth, with…
E-Bike Taxi Services Get Legal Status in Maharashtra, New License Mandatory
In a major move towards sustainable urban mobility, the Maharashtra government has officially notified the Maharashtra Bike Taxi Rules –…
Seven Years On, Diva Flyover Project Stuck as Costs Nearly Double to Rs 70 Cr
Even after seven years, the Diva railway flyover project, which was first estimated to cost ₹38.9 crore in 2019, has…
Double Fare Allowed for Cabs During Peak Hours
In a significant move, the Central Government has granted permission to app-based taxi aggregators like Ola, Uber, and Rapido to…
Anti-Lock Braking System Mandatory for All Two-Wheelers Manufactured After Jan 2026
In a landmark move to enhance rider safety, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced that all two-wheelers…
Seaplanes to Fly from Pune, Nashik, Nagpur Dams by December End
The Ministry of Civil Aviation plans to introduce seaplane flights under the UDAN 5.5 project in an effort to increase…
IRCTC Launches Shravan Special Spiritual Air Tours to Sacred Jyotirlingas
In a new initiative to promote spiritual tourism, IRCTC – West Zone announces the launch of Shravan Special Spiritual Tours,…
After Fatal Fall, Railways Plan Automatic Doors for Non-AC Locals, RTI Reveals Systemic Gaps
Following the death of four passengers and injuries to six others who fell from an overcrowded local train in Mumbai…
Eco-Friendly Water Taxis to Connect Mumbai and Navi Mumbai in 40 Minutes
In a bid to cut travel time and ease traffic congestion, the Maharashtra government is set to launch water taxi…
Badlapur to Get High-Speed Relief from Overcrowded Trains, 39 km Metro Line Gets Green Signal
In a major infrastructure boost for Mumbai, the government has approved the construction of a 39-kilometer metro line connecting Badlapur…
Women to Get 50% Fare Discount in VVMC Buses from June 1
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVMC) announced on Friday that women passengers will receive a 50% discount on bus…
IRCTC West Zone Announces Ashta Jyotirlinga Shravan Special Yatra on Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), West Zone, Mumbai has announced the launch of the Ashta Jyotirlinga…
ST Buses to Be Equipped with AI-Based Security System
The ST (State Transport) buses in Thane are being upgraded with state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based security systems, offering a new…
How Navi Mumbai’s New Airport Will Open and Why IndiGo Is Leading the Way
Navi Mumbai:In a major boost to India’s aviation sector, budget carrier IndiGo, the first airline at NMIA, has signed a…
No Toll for EVs on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Samruddhi Mahamarg, and Atal Setu
In a significant move to boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the Maharashtra government has announced a new Electric Vehicle Policy…
Versova-Madh Bridge to Cut Travel Time to Just 5 Minutes
A project proposed as far back as the 1967 Development Plan is finally becoming a reality — the Versova-Madh Bridge…
15 Deadly Spots Made Safer on Old Mumbai-Pune Highway Under Zero Fatality Corridor Initiative
SaveLIFE Foundation, in collaboration with the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) Limited, Maharashtra Highway Police, and Highways Infrastructure Trust,…
Bullet Train Dream Nears Reality as 300 km of Mumbai-Ahmedabad Viaduct Completed
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, India’s first bullet train project, marked a major milestone on Tuesday with the completion…
Metro-Style Entry for Mumbai Locals: Order or Chaos?
Pilot project to be implemented at 12 stations for Mumbai Locals including Bandra, Borivali, and Andheri In a move to…
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 2A Opens: BKC to Worli in Just Over 15 Minutes
Mumbai’s first fully underground metro corridor — the Aqua Line (Line 3) — is set to welcome commuters on its…
Bus Travel in Mumbai Gets Costlier as New BEST Fares Take Effect from Today
Starting today, Mumbaikars will have to pay more to travel in BEST buses, as the fare hike approved by the…
Air Travel from Mumbai International Airport to Get Costlier from May 16
Flying from Mumbai International Airport will become costlier from May 16, as the Airport Economic Regulatory Authority of India (AERA)…
Chhatrapati Shivaji Heritage Tour Starts on June 9, 5% discount for 1st 100 bookings
IRCTC is launching a special heritage tour aboard the Bharat Gaurav AC Tourist Train, covering key locations associated with the…
Thousands Stranded as Trans-Harbour Line Suspended After Girder Tilt
Navi Mumbai: Train services on Central Railway’s Trans-Harbour line were abruptly suspended on Friday morning, leaving thousands of commuters stranded…
Cash Rewards for Accident-Free ST Drivers and Conductors: MSRTC Board
To reduce accidents involving the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), known as the lifeline of the state, several proactive…
Aerial Pod Taxis to Launch Soon in Thane: Pratap Sarnaik
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced on Monday that Thane city will soon witness the launch of pod taxis, providing…
Cab Ride Cancelled? Now Get Penalty Credited in Your Account
The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Aggregator Cabs Policy 2025, aimed at regulating the rapidly expanding app-based cab industry…
“Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Circuit” Tour Covering Iconic Forts and Temples to Begin on June 9
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a special heritage tour titled “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Circuit”, offering…
503 New Electric AC Buses Join BEST Fleet, Focus on Modernisation & Revenue Generation
In a major boost to Mumbai’s public transport network, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) added 503 new air-conditioned…
Vande Bharat’s Front Coach Found Structurally Weak, Poses Animal Collision Risk: Railway Safety Report
India’s semi-high-speed train, the Vande Bharat Express, faces a serious safety concern—its front coach is structurally weak compared to traditional…
MMRDA Connects Mumbai Airport to Metro; 1.65-Km Tunnel Completed
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has achieved a major milestone in its plan to connect Mumbai International Airport…
CSMT Railway Station Set for Major Transformation to Offer World-Class Facilities
Mumbai’s historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is all set to undergo a major transformation.…
New Elevated Road to Cut Travel Time: Ghatkopar to Thane in Just 35 Minutes
Mumbai is set to witness a major improvement in its road infrastructure as the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA)…
Mira-Bhayander traffic police will be hi-tech with body-worn cameras
We are moving towards smart policing – Madhukar Pandey, VVMB Police Commissioner The traffic department under Mira-Bhayander and Vasai-Virar Police…
Mumbai-Pune Travel to Get Faster! Work on Karjat-Lonavala New Railway Line to Begin Soon
Travel between Mumbai and Pune is set to become faster, safer, and more convenient. Central Railway has prepared two Detailed…
Diva, Titwala, Shahad, and Belapur Stations to Get a Major Makeover Under ‘Amrit Bharat’ Scheme
Under the Indian Railways’ ambitious ‘Amrit Bharat’ scheme, a total of 132 railway stations in Maharashtra are set to be…
Guidelines Issued for Crowd Management at Mumbai Railway Terminals
With the summer vacation rush leading to heavy passenger turnout at Mumbai’s railway terminals, Western Railway has implemented special measures…
Metro Line 3: BKC to Worli Metro Service Set to Begin This Month
Commuters traveling daily between Worli and BKC or Aarey are set to receive a major relief in the next 15-20…
Mumbai–Goa Ro-Ro Service in the Works, Journey to Take Just 6 Hours
While there is still no clear timeline for the completion of the Mumbai-Goa highway, efforts to connect the two regions…
More Trains to Start from Mumbai, Direct Connectivity from Vasai to Konkan Likely
In a major development aimed at improving railway infrastructure, the Railway Board has approved the construction of a new coaching…
E-Bike Taxis Approved: Cheaper Travel & 10,000 New Jobs in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved the introduction of electric bike taxis in cities with a population of at least…
Metro Network to Expand in Thane, Vasai, Virar & Navi Mumbai
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s metro network is set for a major expansion. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has…
Mumbai to Get India’s First E-Water Taxi, Aims to Ease Traffic Congestion
In a major step towards easing traffic congestion and promoting water transport, the Maharashtra government is set to launch India’s…
JNPA to Mumbai: Journey to Be Completed in Just 35-40 Minutes!
Traveling between Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) and Mumbai is set to become faster than ever! The journey, which currently…
Bike Taxi Services to Start Soon in Mumbai
Mumbai residents may soon get a new mode of transportation as the Maharashtra government is gearing up to approve bike…
Pod Taxi Service Set to Debut to Ease Traffic and Boost Connectivity
Thane is set to introduce an automated pod taxi service on a pilot basis between Bhayander Pada Metro Station on…
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line 3: Trial Train Reaches Cuffe Parade, Last Station of Corridor
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) achieved a key milestone on Friday with the arrival of the trial train at…
Uproar Over School Bus Fare During Holidays, Guidelines to be Prepare
To protect the interests of parents troubled by the arbitrary decisions of school bus owners, the government has decided to…
Block on Western Railway, Travelers May Face Inconvenience
In a bid to facilitate the launch of a composite girder for a new road overbridge at an existing level…
Railways Announce 28 Holi Special Trains, Booking Starts Today
The Central Railway has announced special trains for the Holi 2025 celebration. During Holi, every year, a lot of people…
Three Year Delay in Mumbai Metro Line-5 Project, New Deadline Set for 2025
The Mumbai Metro Line-5 is now set to start operations on March 31, 2025, after missing its initial completion deadline…
BEST Bus Fare Hike Under Consideration, Minimum Fare May Rise to Rs 10, AC Bus Fare to Rs 12, Proposal Pending Approval
Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) is considering a fare hike for both AC and non-AC buses. A senior…
Toll Payments Go Fully Online, No Entry Without FASTag
Toll collection across the country will be entirely digital, and toll booths in the state will only accept payments via…
Jumbo & Mega Block On All Three Lines on February 16 for Maintenance Work
The Central Railway, Mumbai Division, will conduct a Mega Block on its suburban sections for engineering and maintenance work on…
Facing Issues During Train Travel? Complain to the ‘Captain’; TTE’s Tablet to Store Contact Details
Passengers often face issues during train journeys, such as unclean toilets or unauthorized vendors. While the railway provides complaint mechanisms,…
Major Traffic Diversions on Atal Setu for February 16 Marathon
Navi Mumbai: Commuters using the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Shivdi-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu (MTHL) should brace for traffic restrictions on Sunday,…
NMMT Introduces Smart Card Scheme for Free Travel for Senior Citizens
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) has launched a Smart Card scheme to provide senior citizens with free bus travel,…
Government Plans Annual and Lifetime Toll Pass: Pay Rs 30,000 Once, Enjoy 15 Years of Toll-Free Travel
The government is considering a new initiative that could greatly benefit middle-class families and private car owners. The Ministry of…
Single Transport Authority for MMR? Senior Officials’ Committee to Submit Report in Two Months
The Maharashtra state government has taken a significant step toward establishing a unified transport authority for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region…
Ventilation to Improve in Local Trains, Relief for Passengers
Mumbai’s lifeline, the local train, often faces ventilation issues during peak hours. To address these concerns, steps are being taken…
Mumbai’s Elphinstone Bridge To Be demolished in last week of February
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will dismantle and rebuild the Elphinstone bridge. This demolition will cause major traffic…
Mumbai-Goa Travel Time to Reduce Soon, Highway Completion Expected in 5 Months
The long-awaited expansion of the 466 km Mumbai-Goa Highway in Maharashtra is finally nearing completion, with authorities aiming to finish…
Auto and Taxi Fares to Rise by ₹3 from Feb 1
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority (MMRTA) has approved a hike of ₹3 in the base fare of autorickshaws and…
Ban on Petrol and Diesel Vehicles? Here’s What Mumbaikars Think
The Maharashtra government is exploring the possibility of banning petrol and diesel vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) to…
Govt to phase-out petrol and diesel vehicles to control pollution
The Maharashtra government is considering banning petrol and diesel-run vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) to reduce pollution levels…
BEST Faces Fresh Troubles as Wet-Lease Drivers Go on Strike
Mumbai’s Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) faced another major setback on Wednesday as drivers working under a wet-lease contract…
Cities in the State will Get Bike Taxis, Offering a Quick Travel at Rs 3 per km
Maharashtra is gearing up to introduce bike taxis in its major cities, offering a time-saving and cost-effective alternative for navigating…
Mumbai to Get Its First-Ever Cable Car System
In a major move to ease commute times and enhance urban transport, eight locations across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR)…
Mumbai: Fare Hike for Autos, Taxis, and Buses
Mumbaikars will have to brace for higher transport costs as the Maharashtra government proposes a 15-20% fare hike in taxi…
Safety of TMT Passengers at Risk? TMT Drivers’ Eye Health in Dire Straits – 30 Found with Vision Problems, 8 with Cataracts!
This eye-opening investigation should serve as a warning sign: if immediate action isn’t taken, the safety of countless passengers and…
Post Covid, millions of passengers in local trains decreased
Even during peak hours, local trains continue to appear crowded. Despite increased services, traveling during rush hours remains challenging. However,…
BEST Seeks Rs 679 Crore to Expand Electric Bus Fleet Amid Financial Challenges
The Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) has requested an additional Rs 679 crore in its 2025-26 budget from the…
Western Railway AC Local Services Cross 100 Mark With 13 New Additions
The Western Railway has decided to introduce 13 brand-new air-conditioned local train services starting Wednesday and this change is happening…
BMC to Clear 3,000 Abandoned Vehicles from Mumbai Roads with New Contractor Policy
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated a bold move to clear over 3,000 abandoned vehicles cluttering Mumbai’s streets by…
Maharashtra Elections 2024: Wadhiv Island Villagers Threaten NOTA in Protest Over Isolation
Villagers on Wadhiv Island, off Mumbai’s coast in Palghar district have issued a clear warning to politicians requesting to fix…
Maharashtra Polls 2024: Thane Police Announces Traffic Restrictions for Election Rallies
To manage the expected crowds and ensure safe travel during election campaign events, Thane Police have announced a series of…
Mumbai’s Third Airport to Carry DB Patil’s Legacy in Navi Mumbai
Following the Indian Air Force (IAF) marked a significant moment at the new Navi Mumbai International Airport with an Airbus…
Western Railway completed installation of “Kavach” System till Virar
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Luxury Cruise Service Launched on Vasai-Bhayander Creek: A Boost for Locals and Tourists
A new luxury cruise service was officially launched on October 19, 2024, in the picturesque Vasai-Bhayander creek, representing a major…
17-Year-Old Bomb Hoax Suspect Reports Assault in Children’s Home
A 17-year-old boy, who is being held in connection with bomb hoax threats to flights, has claimed that he was…
Toll-Free Entry for Light Motor Vehicles into Mumbai Announced by CM Eknath Shinde
Toll-Free Entry for Light Motor Vehicles into Mumbai Announced by CM Eknath Shinde October 14, 2024 Mumbai’s Chief Minister Eknath…
Government Falls Short of Traffic Target for Atal Setu, Calls for Toll Reductions
The newly inaugurated bridge, designed to alleviate congestion and improve connectivity, is currently falling short of its projected daily traffic…
Mith Chowky Flyover Opened For One Section, Goyal’s Another Gift To Mumbaikars
T-shaped Bridge To Ease Traffic in Malad, Motorists Express Relief In Navaratri Mumbai: After two years of construction, the Mith…
First Day; First Show; First Person Perspective: First Underground Metro’s First Day Ride: A Cool Experience for Mumbai Commuters
By Anand Mishra Mumbai. On October 7, 2024, Mumbai celebrated a historic moment with the launch of its first underground…
Electric Vehicle Sales in India Rise by 25% in Six Months
Mumbai — The electric vehicle (EV) market in India has witnessed significant growth, with total sales increasing by 25% year-on-year…
Controversial Rs 520 Crore Car Parking Project in Lower Parel May Lead to Rs 300 Crore Loss, Warns RTI Activist
Mumbai — The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is under fire for a controversial tender worth Rs 520 crore for a…
Fatal Accident in Lalbaug: Bus Rams into Crowd, 8 Injured
A tragic accident occurred in the Lalbagh area of Mumbai on Sunday evening, just days before the start of Ganeshotsav,…
Drunk Passenger’s Actions Lead to Fatal Bus Accident, Leaving Young Woman’s Love Story Incomplete
Mumbai. A tragic accident in Lalbaug on Sunday claimed the life of 28-year-old Nupura Maniyar, shattering her family’s hopes and…
Air Canada Expands Service to India with Non-Stop Toronto-Mumbai Flights
Air Canada is increasing its flights to India this year, introducing a new non-stop service from Toronto to Mumbai. The…
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde Announces Mumbai Coastal Road Phase 2 start date amid Phase 1 Leakage Reports
On May 27, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that the second phase of the Mumbai Coastal Road which connects…