Deputy Chief Editor @mid_day He covers transport beat, has authored books on India`s rail history and heritage Twitter: @rajtoday
Report says adding 24,000 buses will lead to reduction of lakhs of pvt vehicles. According to the report, the state needs 28,800 buses across its 44 cities to meet the mobility demands of 5.6 crore residents. Currently, the urban bus fleet stands at a mere 8,700, out of which 3,500 buses are nearing the end of their operational life... [Read More]
17 January,2025 08:20 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe fire was quickly brought under control by a nearby fire station team. No one was injured, a BEST spokesperson said... [Read More]
17 January,2025 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarBEST wet lease staff working on Olectra buses went on strike at Mumbai Central depot, leaving passengers inconvenienced. Workers demand pending salaries, prompting BEST to deploy self-owned buses to maintain services ... [Read More]
17 January,2025 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarThe strike by the staffers affected bus services. The BEST undertaking has pressed its own buses into service on affected bus routes to avoid inconvenience to passengers... [Read More]
16 January,2025 09:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarBharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), a public sector undertaking, secured the initial order worth Rs 675 crore for manufacturing the sleeper version from the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai last year... [Read More]
15 January,2025 01:14 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
17 January,2025 08:00 PM ISTThe incident that unfolded at Saif Ali Khan`s residence last night shocked the industry. Well, this is not the first time a celebrity has been attacked. From Salman Khan and Gauahar Khan to Sanjay Dutt, here’s a list of celebrities who have been attacked in the recent past.... [Read More]
17 January,2025 04:32 PM ISTAs India gets ready to celebrate its Republic Day, restaurants not only in Mumbai but around the country are hosting unique special menus for people to indulge in... [Read More]
17 January,2025 01:10 PM ISTA special screening of Raveena Tandon`s daughter Rasha and Ajay Devgn`s nephew Aaman Devgan`s debut film was hosted at Juhu PVR. The star-studded screening was attended by several celebrities. Here`s a look at who all attended the screening.... [Read More]
17 January,2025 01:33 PM ISTBased on up-to-date information by Bandra Crime Branch officers regarding the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan, mid-day reconstructs the shocking events that rocked Bandra on Thursday. (Story by Team Mid-day, Illustrations/Uday Mohite)... [Read More]
17 January,2025 12:10 PM ISTAhead of the T20I series between India and England, here is the list of active players to score the most runs (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
17 January,2025 11:00 AM ISTPresident Droupadi Murmu hosted Singapore`s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17. A grand banquet was organised in honour of President Tharman, with several prominent Indian leaders in attendance, including Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and Union Minister Piyush Goyal. (PICS/PTI) ... [Read More]
17 January,2025 10:19 AM ISTMumbai Police on Thursday launched a probe into the attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
16 January,2025 11:23 PM ISTColdplay’s lead singer Chris Martin, along with partner Dakota Johnson, has arrived in Mumbai ahead of the band`s Music of the Spheres World Tour in India. The couple was seen exploring the city and greeted paparazzi with a warm `namaste.` Coldplay will perform in Mumbai at the DY Patil Stadium on January 18, 19, and 21, and in Ahmedabad on January 25. In an exciting announcement, the band revealed that their January 26 Ahmedabad concert will be streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar, allowing fans nationwide to enjoy the performance. Coldplay’s return to India is set to be an unforgettable musical celebration.... [Read More]
17 January,2025 08:58 PM ISTThe much-anticipated trailer for `Deva` was launched in Mumbai, with the main cast Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, Pavail Gulati alongside producer Siddharth Roy Kapur and director Rosshan Andrrews. The team discussed the film`s gripping theme and what audiences can expect from this high-octane action thriller. Shahid Kapoor, who plays the lead role of a cop, described Deva as his most complex role to date, showcasing intense action sequences that have left audiences intrigued. Pooja Hegde lauded Shahid’s performance, highlighting the depth he brings to the role. Pavail Gulati emphasised the film`s intensity and credited Shahid’s powerful portrayal and Rosshan’s vision for the compelling narrative that drives the story... [Read More]
17 January,2025 08:31 PM ISTMaha Kumbh 2025 is drawing people from around the world. In 2 days, the Kumbh attracted 6 crore devotees from far and wide and the Naga Sadhus continue to lead the pack - be it in holy bath processions or raising the interest of the people. Bare body smeared in ashes and hair tied in dreadlocks, Naga Sadhus are known to be a clan of warriors for the protection of dharma. But where do they come from? Do female Naga Sadhus follow the sample principles as the male ones? Take a look.... [Read More]
17 January,2025 05:28 PM ISTA special screening was held in Mumbai for the debut film of Raveena Tandon`s daughter, Rasha Thadani, and Ajay Devgn`s nephew, Aaman Devgn, titled `Azaad.` The entire cast and crew gathered for the event, including Ajay Devgn, Aaman, Rasha, Diana Penty, Mohit Malik, and more, all posing together on the red carpet. The evening also saw a star-studded turnout with celebrities like Ayushmann Khurrana, Orry, Tamannaah Bhatia, Maniesh Paul, and Sonali Bendre in attendance. The highlight of the night was a heartwarming moment when Kajol posed with her nephew, Aaman Devgn, showcasing their close family bond... [Read More]
17 January,2025 05:08 PM ISTOn January 17, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award to distinguished athletes: D. Gukesh, Manu Bhaker, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar. D. Gukesh achieved a historic milestone earlier this month in December 2025 by defeating China’s Ding Liren in the final and decisive 14th game of the FIDE World Championship held in Singapore. Manu Bhaker etched her name in history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing two bronze medals, cementing her position as one of India’s finest athletes.The other two honorees included men’s hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympic gold medalist high jumper Praveen Kumar. Harmanpreet contributed to India’s success by helping the national team clinch bronze medals at both the Tokyo and Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, Praveen Kumar, who was born with a shorter left leg, upgraded his silver medal from the Tokyo Games to a gold at last year’s Paris Paralympics. Additionally, 32 athletes were recognized with the Arjuna Award during the ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.... [Read More]
17 January,2025 04:42 PM ISTKangana Ranaut`s highly anticipated and controversial film `Emergency` has finally hit the big screens, and the audience has shared positive feedback, particularly praising her bold portrayal of India`s first female prime minister, Indira Gandhi, during the 1975-1977 Emergency period. Viewers appreciate how Kangana remained true to historical facts, avoiding any distortion of this critical phase in Indian political history. Anupam Kher, as Jayaprakash Narayan, and Shreyas Talpade, as Atal Bihari Vajpayee, also received commendations for their performances. ... [Read More]
17 January,2025 04:30 PM ISTAt the trailer launch of `Deva,` Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor was asked about the shocking stabbing incident involving his `Rangoon` co-star, Saif Ali Khan, at his Mumbai residence. Shahid expressed his concern, stating that the entire film fraternity is deeply worried about the situation. He acknowledged the seriousness of the attack but reassured us that the matter would be handled by the Mumbai Police, noting the city`s reputation for safety. Shahid also expressed his disbelief over the incident and sent his well wishes to Saif, hoping for his speedy recovery... [Read More]
17 January,2025 04:27 PM ISTAs Saif Ali Khan trends, revisit this old #SitWithHitlist interview where he opens up about his career, Bollywood nepotism, and the fallout of #SacredGames2. Journalist Mayank Shekhar brings out Saif’s candid side in this must-watch conversation, reuploaded for its renewed relevance. Tune in to hear stories and insights from Bollywood’s Nawab!... [Read More]
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