Commuter News

Update: Heavy Vehicles Banned In City From February 1 During Peak Hours; What's Allowed & What's Not?

Mumbai Traffic Police announced fresh restrictions on heavy vehicles to curb congestion and improve safety. From February 1, such vehicles will be barred during peak hours, 8–11 am and 5–9 pm

Update: Mumbai AQI Crisis: BMC rolls out ward-wise plan to curb air pollution

As part of the larger plan, the BMC is procuring 28 automatic road sweeping machines. These machines will be used to remove dust from major roads across Mumbai.

Update: CCTVs To Be Installed At 200 Locations As Misconduct and Assault Cases Rise

Officials from the Mumbai Central Division of WR stated that CCTV infrastructure worth ₹25.81 crore is being deployed across ticket offices, booking counters, and other passenger-interaction

Update: 4 Additional Non-AC Trains To Commence From February 1 - Check Timings Here

After the commissioning of 6th line, all Bandra Terminus bound long distance trains have been shifted to the 5th and 6th line between Borivali and Bandra Terminus, resulting in improved opera

Update: 14 food plazas to soon open on Samruddhi Mahamarg

According to a reports, eight of these 22 plazas are already operational, while the remaining 14 will be commissioned in the next three months.

Update: CSMT, Bandra, Prabhadevi, Kurla Stations Among Others To Be Surveyed For Planning Crowd Control

The objective is to understand the unique challenges of each station and prepare crowd management plans accordingly, instead of applying a uniform model everywhere, official added.

Update: Good News, Mumbaikars! New 680-Meter Skywalk in Bandra East Finally Reopens For Public

The skywalk measures 680 metres in total length, with an average width of 5.40 metres and four stair access points. It is equipped with two automated escalators and 14 CCTV cameras to ensure

Update: IMD issues yellow alert for city, Thane; light rain likely in next three hours

According to the IMD, Mumbai is likely to record a maximum temperature of around 29 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 16 degrees Celsius on Tuesday

Update: ICF to manufacture 15-car EMU trains for CR, WR; 2 auto-door rakes in FY26

Mumbai Local EMU Train Update: The Mumbai suburban network is managed by two railway zones - Central Railway (CR) and Western Railway (WR).

Update: City to get new electric buses Under National E-Mobility Push

While challenges around fleet utilisation and infrastructure readiness persist, the proposed addition of 1,500 electric buses has been viewed as a potentially transformative step—one that cou

Update: Western Railway to Add 12 More AC Local Services from Today Jan 26

From today, 26 January, 12 non-AC locals have been replaced with AC services, increasing the total AC locals from 109 to 121. Minor timing changes in suburban trains.

Update: CR to run 4 Special Train Services between Mumbai to Nagpur and Goa

Central Railway (CR) will run 4 special train services between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Mumbai (CSMT) and Nagpur and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) & Madgaon.

Update: Attention! 24-hour water cut in several parts of Mumbai

Check Areas, Date, Timings Here

Update: Mumbai’s Belasis Flyover Reconstruction Completed in 15 Months

Set To Open For Public Soon

Update: CCTV cameras outside train coaches for passenger safety

This information came to light after railway information rights activist Sameer Zaveri sought details from the Central Railway regarding the project to install CCTV cameras outside the local

Update: Borivali station gets smart signalling system

Under this system, a total of 381 railway tracks have been brought under a single system. As many as 56 signals are being managed digitally.

Update: Western Railway To Run Three Pairs Of Superfast Special Trains To Various Destinations

For the convenience of passengers and to clear extra rush of passengers, Western Railway will run 03 pairs of superfast weekly special trains on special fare.

Update: Thane Gets Switzerland-Style Funicular Railway at Haji Malang, Cuts Travel Time to Less Than 10 Minutes

The shrine of Haji Malang is located in the Sahyadri mountain range in Thane district. It is visited by people from all religions.

Update: Mumbaikars get 'Relax Zone' at CSMT to enhance passenger comfort

In a significant step towards improving passenger amenities, Central Railway has launched a state-of-the-art Relax Zone at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT).

Update: New Ro-Ro jetty work begins for Borivali-Gorai ferry - Check details here

The foundation stone for this project was laid a few months ago, and now the jetty construction has gained momentum and the actual work has begun.

Update: Over INR 55 Crore Penalty Recovered From 13 Lakh Ticketless Commuters

CR, in its unwavering commitment to provide a safe, smooth and comfortable travel experience to its valued passengers, has intensified its measures to curb unauthorised and ticketless travel

Update: Good News Mira-Bhayandarkars! Metro 9 will start operating in February

The meeting included a detailed review of 25 different development projects, ranging from addressing the city's traffic congestion to women's empowerment.

Update: Suburban Train Cancellations on Jan 21 Due to Kandivali Work

Some suburban services will be cancelled on 21 January 2026 due to suspension of entry/exit at Kandivali car shed and speed restrictions between Kandivali and Malad.

Update: Western Railway to operate mega block at Kandivali on Jan 20, check details of trains to remain cancelled

An official statement said on Monday that suburban train services will be affected on January 20 due to the suspension of exit and entry at the Kandivali car shed

Update: कांदिवली और बोरीवली के बीच पांचवीं और छठी रेलवे लाइन चालू

इन रूट्स को पब्लिक पैसेंजर ट्रांसपोर्टेशन और माल ढुलाई सर्विस के ऑपरेशन के लिए ऑफिशियली मंज़ूरी दी गई है।

Update: CR Proposes Rerouting Express Trains At CSMT, Dadar To Free Slots for 15 New Local Services

As per reports, long-distance trains often disrupt local train schedules. Many express trains run late and enter Mumbai during peak hours. This leads to daily delays. The problem worsens duri

Update: Western Railway Commissions 6th Line Between Kandivali and Borivali

Western Railway has commissioned the 6th line between Kandivali and Borivali, improving capacity, reducing congestion, and enhancing suburban train operations.

Update: Attention Mumbaikars! Water Supply To Be Disrupted For 3 Days In "These" Areas From January 20

This work will be conducted from 9 am on Tuesday, January 20, to 5 am on Thursday, January 22. This extensive 44-hour operation will disrupt water supply to several important suburbs of Mumba

Update: TATA Mumbai Marathon 2026 on Sunday 18th January 2026.

Western Railway will run 3 additional locals regarding TATA Mumbai Marathon 2026 on Sunday 18th January 2026.

Update: 2 special local trains for Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026

Central Railway to run 2 special suburban services for Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026

Update: Special Metro Line 3 Services on Polling Day

On 15 January 2026, Metro Line 3 will run special services from 5:00 AM to midnight to facilitate voters and polling officials.

Update: Metro Lines 2A & 7 to Run Special Services on Polling Day

To support voters and polling staff, Maha Mumbai Metro will operate special services on Line 2A & 7 from 5:00 AM to midnight on 15 January.

Update: Mumbai Traffic Update: Police Announces Restrictions in "These" Areas for BMC Polls

The restrictions are aimed at facilitating the distribution and collection of EVMs as well as counting. The diversions have also been made to ensure the smooth conduct of the election process

Update: BMC Elections 2026: 40% Reduction In Daily BEST Bus Services Till January 15

As per reports, more than 3,400 auto-rickshaws, taxis, buses, cars and tempos have already been deployed for election duty across Mumbai.

Update: Central Railway to roll out 14 AC local trains on CSMT-Panvel Harbour Line | check date, timings

Mumbai Harbour Line Update: With these, the total number of AC local train services on Central Railway will now be 94 ( 80 on the main line & 14 on the Harbour line).

Update: Mumbai Traffic Police announce temporary road closures in Kandivali, Malad for BMC polls

The restrictions, aimed at facilitating the distribution and collection of electronic voting machines (EVMs) as well as counting, will be in effect from the early morning of Wednesday, Januar

Update: BMC Elections 2026: BEST Bus Services Cut By 40% Daily Till January 15

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses will not operate at full capacity till Thursday, January 15.

Update: CSMT-Kalyan Route Set For Pilot Run Of Non-AC Trains With Automatic Doors

The CSMT-Kalyan route is among the most overcrowded stretches on Mumbai’s rail map. Therefore, existing rakes on this stretch will be replaced with closed-door non-AC trains.

Update: Navi Mumbai AQI Crisis: NMMC Shuts 19 Construction Sites, Issues Notices To 42 Others

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) on Wednesday, January 7, ordered an immediate closure of 19 construction sites and issued notices to 42 others for violating environmental safety

Update: BMC Elections 2026: Maharashtra Govt Announces Public Holiday on January 15

Notably, this holiday wasn't part of the 24 public holidays for 2026 previously announced by the state government.

Update: Mumbai Metro 1: Sanitary Pad Vending Machines Installed at All Stations For Female Passengers

Mumbai Metro One’s initiative for installing new menstrual hygiene vending machines are solving a problem women face in her day to day life especially while commuting.

Update: 97% Rise In Ticketless Commuters On AC Trains Between April-December 2025

As per reports, an average of 330 ticketless passengers being caught every day, underscoring the scale of unauthorised travel on Mumbai’s suburban network especially in AC local trains.

Update: Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link Opening Planned on Maharashtra Day;

Final Stretch Nears Completion

Update: "These" Roads in Andheri To Remain Closed Due To Construction Work - Check Alternative Routes Here

The above traffic restrictions shall remain in force until the completion of the flyover pillar installation work and demolition and reconstruction work of the bridge over the Mogra Nala is c

Update: Mumbai suburban railway to conduct safety trials for 18-car local trains

The trials are a mandatory requirement before granting safety clearance for running longer and heavier suburban trains, particularly at higher speeds.

Update: Govt nod to Atal Progress-way connecting Delhi-Mumbai e-way to Bundelkhand e-way

The road transport and highways has given its “in-principle” approval for the Atal Progress-way, also known as the Chambal Expressway.

Update: Pune-Mumbai expressway's missing link to open on May 1, cutting travel time by 30 minutes

The Pune-Mumbai expressway's missing link will open to the public on May 1, reducing travel time between the two cities by at least 30 minutes.

Update: Hyderabad-based company likely to run Mumbai Monorail

Financial bids opened last week showed Power Mech Projects quoting ₹296.4 crore, undercutting Adani Infrastructure Management Services’ bid of ₹308.4 crore.

Update: As Indian Railways prepares for the inauguration later this month, here’s a first look inside the country’s latest Vande Bharat Sleeper.

As Indian Railways prepares for the inauguration later this month, here’s a first look inside the country’s latest Vande Bharat Sleeper.

Update: Mumbai Metro 3: Aqua Line Gets Additional 27 Daily Trips To Ease Congestion

The additional services will start from 5:55 am. The increase will affect the Aarey JVLR–Cuffe Parade corridor, benefiting thousands of daily passengers.

Update: More Mumbai Metro Lines To Open In 2026: What Commuters In Mira Bhayandar, Thane Can Expect

Mumbai Metro: Portions of four metro lines and one extension are expected to become operational in 2026, with at least two openings likely in January.

Update: Wheels on water: Mumbai’s got a new beachside thrill

A car on water isn’t something you expect to see on a Mumbai beach.

Update: GRP starts setting up helpdesks at all suburban railway stations

The Govt Railway Police (GRP) has started setting up a helpdesk at every suburban railway station in the city for

Update: Western Railway announces new timetable for Mumbai local, Mail and Express trains from Jan 1, check full details here

An official statement said that it was to ensure smoother operations and improved passenger convenience.

Update: Western Railway To Merge Virar–Sanjan And Sanjan–Surat MEMU Services

Operate As Virar–Surat MEMU From January 3

Update: Mumbai Local Trains Welcome New Year 2026 With Honking at CSMT; Videos Surface

When the digital clocks on the platform at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) tick to 12.00, the Mumbai ...

Update: CR upgrades key passenger amenities at Dadar, Panvel, Badlapur and other stations

Significant upgrades and installations have been carried out to ensure a comfortable, accessible, and seamless travel experience for all commuters.

Update: Aqua line to operate through the night for New Year’s Eve

This initiative is aimed at providing uninterrupted connectivity during the festive period, allowing citizens to enjoy celebrations without travel concerns, said the MMRC in a press note.

Update: WR To Increase Suburban Trains, Enhance Long Distance Trains Capacity

Western Railway aims to boost travel facilities in Mumbai and several other cities with capacity being increased progressively over the next five years so that benefits accrue immediately.

Update: BEST Announces Additional Late-Night Special Bus Services On New Year's Eve - Check Routes, Timings Here

In addition to this, the popular ‘Heritage Tour’ bus service will also be operated specially on New Year’s Eve, subject to passenger demand.

Update: Women constitute 32% of intercity bus riders in Maharashtra this year

2025 was a good year for our bus ticketing business. Overall, in the first half of this financial year, we reported a strong 36% growth in seat bookings year on year and revenue increased by

Update: Train tickets to get costlier as Railways increases fare. Check new rates

According to the announcement, long-distance travellers will bear the brunt of the Railway fare hike.

Update: Western Railway Announces 30-Day Major Block for 6th Line Work Between Kandivali and Borivali

Western Railway will operate a major block from 20 Dec 2025 to 18 Jan 2026 for 6th line work. Some suburban and mail/express trains will be cancelled or diverted during night hours.

Update: Over 11 Lakh Ticketless Commuters Detected Between April-November 2025

The railway said that the intensified ticket-checking drive is part of its commitment to ensure safe, smooth and comfortable travel for genuine passengers.

Update: Andheri West Metro Road Section Reopens After 46 Days Following Cave-In

Locals were surprised to see that the previous concrete road was replaced with an asphalt surface. Residents have also questioned the time it took to repair the road.

Update: Mumbai Traffic Update: Police implements odd-even parking in parts of Bandra till January 17 - Details Here

According to the official statement, an odd-even parking restrictions will be in force from 12.01 am on December 19, 2025 until January 17, 2026, round the clock.

Update: World-Class Marina to Come Up at Mumbai Harbour Under Hybrid Model

Under this plan, the Mumbai Port Authority will be responsible for building the core marine infrastructure. The onshore facilities will be developed by a private commercial operator.

Update: Attention, Mumbaikars! 99-hour water supply disruption in parts of city on December 22 - Check details here

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is executing works for Metro Line 7A, which require the diversion of a section of the 2,400 mm diameter Upper Vaitarna main water

Update: Mumbai bets on Rs 2,000 crore twin projects to clean 60% of the Mithi river

Mumbai's latest push to clean the Mithi is the most technically advanced and expensive attempt so far, centred on a 6.6km diversion tunnel system worth over Rs 400 crore and a Rs 1,700-crore

Update: Indian Railways to run 650 train trips for Christmas and New Year

In a statement, the Ministry of Railways said that a total of 138 special trains have been planned, comprising 650 trips that have been proposed and approved, of which 244 trips have been not

Update: Navi Mumbai’s iconic Vashi Bus Terminal set to transform daily commuting and public transport experience

The new facility improves passenger safety with structured entry and exit points, reducing crowding and confusion, and offering a more disciplined travel environment.

Update: BMC Announces Citywide Cleaning Competition with INR 4.2 Crore Worth Prizes

The competition will offer prizes for first, second, and third place in each category. As per reports, most categories will award up to INR 15 lakh, while the top prize for the cleanest admin

Update: Thane: Tallest Viewing Tower, Convention Centre, Parks, Museums, and Metro Links Announced

The goal is to provide modern amenities while promoting tourism and recreation in Thane.

Update: Mumbai’s First-Ever Gen Z Post Office To Be Launched Soon

The space, murals, and wall designs have been conceptualised and developed by India Post’s in-house team in close coordination with IIT Bombay students, seamlessly blending creativity, functi

Update: Winter Brings Smog As AQI At 163 Raises Health Concerns Across City

According to data from air quality monitoring platform AQI.in, Mumbai’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 163 during the early hours of Tuesday.

Update: Thane-Kalyan Suburban Rail Corridors: Mumbai's lifeline may get 7th, 8th rail lines

The proposed lines form part of a broader strategy to separate suburban and long-distance rail traffic, aligned with the planned expansion of Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) and the development

Update: Mumbai to get ‘biggest central park in India’s history’

The audacious plan to transform the Mahalaxmi Racecourse was reported by Hindustan Times on August 7, when architect Hafeez Contractor submitted a blueprint to the (BMC).

Update: Central Railway’s Mumbai Division enhances passenger amenities at stations

Central Railway continues its commitment to provide better passenger convenience and safety by enhancing station amenities across its network.

Update: Mumbai to Launch Two New Metro Sections By December 31

As per MMRDA officials, parts of Metro Line 9 and Metro Line 2B will become operational by December 31.

Update: Thane to face 50 per cent water cut until December 19 after pipeline damage

According to officials, a 1,000-mm-diameter water pipeline that carries water from the Pise Bandhara to the Temghar Water Treatment Plant—one of the key sources supplying water to Thane city.

Update: Dadar set to become Mumbai’s new midtown terminus under Rs 70-crore plan

Proposal includes new lines, extended platforms, yard rearrangement, and major equipment upgrades

Update: 15-Car Trains Are Coming on Andheri-Bandra Slow Line to Beat the Rush!

Western Railway aims to complete all platform extensions before the next monsoon season.

Update: Asia’s Largest Global Capability Centre to be developed in Powai

Collectively, these developments have been positioned as reinforcing Mumbai’s emergence as a global business and operations hub, with long-term implications for employment, foreign investment

Update: Maharashtra to Host India’s Largest Shipyard and Expand Water Transport Infrastructure

Under the proposed Mumbai Water Metro project, 21 terminals will be constructed covering a 200 nautical mile network

Update: मुंबईच्या पब्लिक ट्रान्सपोर्टला मोठा डिजिटल बूस्ट!

मेट्रो २अ आणि ७ ची तिकिटं आता १४+ ॲप्सवर उपलब्ध

Update: CR To Run 76 Winter Special trains from Mumbai and Pune for Christmas & New Year

Central Railway (CR) will run 76 Winter Special Trains between Mumbai-Karmali / Nagpur / Mangaluru / Thiruvananthapuram and between Pune-Nagpur / Amravati / Sanganer to clear the extra rush..

Update: Mumbai Dadar Station to Undergo Major Transformation

Sources in Western Railway said that infrastructure development is also in progress at Prabhadevi station

Update: Maharashtra to Add 8,000 New MSRTC Buses; Aims For EV Shift by 2029

The goal is to improve the depots and also earn extra revenue by using the available space for commercial activity.

Update: Nerul-Mumbai Ferry Set To Begin From December 15

By January, water sports, including speedboat and jet skiing will also be launched. A floating restaurant and a flamingo tourism circuit are also in the pipeline.

Update: Thane Ghodbunder Highway: 3-Day Heavy Vehicle Restrictions Announced

The movement of heavy vehicles has been closed/diverted from December, 12, 2025 to December 14, 2025

Update: 24-Hour Water Cut in Mumbai’s 'these' areas on December 12–13

The BMC has also appealed to citizens to boil and filter drinking water for a few days

Update: 3.6 Million E-Challans Issued on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Only 15% Fines Recovered

This means INR 90 crore has been recovered from traffic violators, and around 530,000 e-challans have been settled.

Update: Mumbai-Goa Vande Bharat runs shorter than a city local; pressure mounts to double its coaches

This limited capacity of Mumbai-Goa Vande Bharat has ignited a fresh demand from passenger groups for an urgent expansion of the rake to alleviate overcrowding and lengthy waiting lists.

Update: Navi Mumbai Set to Launch First Phase of Intelligent Traffic Management System on Palm Beach Road

The reduction in repeated braking is expected to significantly cut travel time and save fuel for commuters

Update: Metro Line 8 to Connect Mumbai and Navi Mumbai Airports; CIDCO to Lead Project

Metro 8 has now been included in MMRDA’s 337-km Metro network

Update: Special trains by Mumbai’s Central and Western Railway help 32,000 stranded Indigo flyers in just 2 days

Officials said more trains will be added based on demand. Check here for more details.

Update: Good News! New Railway Lines Approved For Manmad-Kasara-Mumbai Route;

Nashik-Mumbai Local Train Service Now Likely....

Update: Western Railway Announces Special Mumbai–Bhagat Ki Kothi Weekly Train To Manage Year-End Rush

According to a press release issued by Chief Public Relations Officer Shri Vineet Abhishek, the train will operate as Train No. 09083/09084, offering eight special trips in December 2025 and

Update: WR, CR enforce stringent rules amid rise in fake tickets cases

The Railways are taking a tough stand against individuals involved in generating or using fake tickets. Passengers are strictly warned against adopting any fraudulent means to obtain or ...

Update: Western Railway To Run A Special Train Between Mumbai Central And New Delhi

For the convenience of passengers and with a view to meet travel demand, Western Railway will run special train on special fare between Mumbai Central and New Delhi.

Update: Mumbai Metro 3: Key Entry–Exit Points Available From December 5-7 At "These" Stations - Details Inside

The advisory aims to ease passenger flow and enhance accessibility across both busy stations on the Mumbai Metro Aqua Line.

Update: CR imposes Temporary Restriction on Platform Ticket Sales at 13 Key Stations till December 7

This step aims to manage crowding o­n platforms and ensure smooth passenger movement within station premises on account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas.

Update: 10 New Services Approved Between Nerul, Belapur & Uran

The approval also includes stoppages at Targhar and Gavhan stations, which have been long-standing demands of local passengers.

Update: First phases of two new metro lines likely to be opened this month

Stretches of line 9 and line 2B, which will be opened by December, are part of the first phase of the two metro lines

Update: Temporary changes in local service due to widening of platform at Virar station

Due to these works, the below-mentioned local services of Western Railway is being modified with immediate effect till further notice

Update: Chinchpokli, Matunga, Parel, Vadala Road and Shahad Stations Get Major Upgrades

The scheme involves preparation of master plans and their implementation in phases to improve the stations. The master planning includes:

Update: BMC and IIT-Kanpur to Launch ‘MANAS’ Platform for Mumbai’s Air Quality

Mumbai currently has 28 Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS) linked to the CPCB dashboard, each providing AQI data within a 2 km radius

Update: Sion East–West Railway Overbridge Set For June 2026 Opening

The railway section of the Sion Bridge is being constructed by the Railway Department, while the roads, two pedestrian underpasses and other related works are being done by the Municipal Co..

Update: Running of Special Suburban Services for Mahaparinirvan divas 2025.

Central railway will run special suburban trains are to be run on 05/06-12-2025 (Friday-Saturday night) on the occasion of mahaparinirvan. Check timing...

Update: 🚧 Major Engineering Work Alert

Major work under TWO for the 3rd & 4th line project between Virar – Dahanu Road section will begin from 04.12.2025 at 08:00 hrs till further advice. Check here for more details...

Update: Soon, Commuters Can Travel From Thane To South Mumbai In Just 30 Minutes

The corridor will run from Anand Nagar, Thane, to Chheda Nagar, Ghatkopar, with key links at Mulund, Airoli, JVLR, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg, Mankhurd and Ghatkopar.

Update: BMC cancels 15% water cut in 14 areas of Mumbai

To ensure they do not face any inconvenience, the BMC has announced that the planned 15% water cut has been cancelled

Update: MMRDA To Link Vikhroli Metro Station to Kanjurmarg Railway Station via Foot Overbridge

MMRDA has now taken steps to appoint a contractor for the foot overbridge and has published the tender

Update: Mumbai Enforces Strictest (GRAP-4) Pollution Control Restrictions

Mumbai's civic authorities have deployed flying squads in every ward to enforce pollution control measures

Update: Central Railway renames Navi Mumbai’s Seawoods-Darave station as Seawoods-Darave-Karave

The renaming of the Mumbai local train station as Seawoods-Darave-Karave follows a request from the Maharashtra Government and approval by the surveyor-general of India.

Update: 15 Unreserved Special Trains To/From Mumbai For Mahaparinirvan Divas

Central Railway (CR) will run 15 Unreserved special trains for Mumbai from December 4, 2025, to December 8, 2025, for the convenience of passengers travelling to pay homage to Dr. Babasaheb..

Update: WR to Introduce OTP-Based Tatkal Verification on Mumbai–Ahmedabad Shatabdi Express

Under this revised process, Tatkal tickets will only be issued once passengers complete authentication through a One-Time Password. This OTP will be delivered to the mobile phone number furni

Update: Mumbai Set for Major Water Disruptions from Dec 3 as BMC Begins Pipeline Work

An 18-hour halt in water supply has been scheduled for Kandivali and Borivali, where work on connecting two major 900 mm aqueducts is being carried out. Officials state that this is essential

Update: 🚴‍♂️ Mumbai Cyclothon: 2 Extra CR Trains from Kalyan and Panvel station.

Running of Two Suburban Special train services on 29/30.11.2025 (Saturday/Sunday Night) for Mumbai Cyclothon 2025.

Update: 🚴‍♂️ Mumbai Cyclothon: Extra WR Trains from Virar

Western Railway will run two special suburban trains from Virar at 01:30 hrs and 03:00 hrs for Mumbai Cyclothon participants.

Update: CR's Alert TTE Identifies Fake UTS Season Ticket; Passenger, Husband Booked

Central Railway appeals to passengers to please travel with valid tickets issued by authorised vendors or from railway station booking counters or through ATVM.

Update: Panvel–Karjat Suburban Line Nears Completion: A Transformative Push for the Region’s Realty Landscape

Once operational, the corridor is expected to significantly reduce travel time, decongest the existing suburban network, and enhance daily connectivity for thousands of commuters travelling b

Update: Maharashtra Govt Sanctions ₹500 Crore Interest Free Loan For Mumbai Thane Metro Project

This loan has been given for 50 percent central government tax as well as 100 percent local tax and land costs.

Update: Bhiwandi Gets Ready For Its First Bus Service After 23 Years; 100 Electric Buses To Hit The Roads Soon

Despite being an industrial powerhouse generating employment for thousands, the city has long been deprived of basic public transport facilities.

Update: Maharashtra govt launches dedicated helpline for students facing issues on ST buses

ST buses serve lakhs of school-going children across Maharashtra every day. The state government currently offers a 66.66 per cent concession on monthly passes for students...

Update: Experts propose bus-only lane to ease Metro 1 overload on Andheri-Saki Naka stretch

In a detailed proposal sent to transport economist Ashok Datar, researcher Shubham Padave has suggested carving out a red-painted, CCTV-monitored bus-only lane on the arterial stretch...

Update: Yatri अॅपचे प्रवाशांसाठी रिअल-टाइम चॅट फीचर सुरू

यात्री चॅटमुळे प्रवासी एकमेकांशी अपडेट्स शेअर करू शकतात.

Update: कल्याणमधील दिघे पूल 10 दिवस बंद!

कल्याणकरांसाठी एक अत्यंत मोठी आणि महत्त्वाची बातमी समोर आली आहे.

Update: Mumbai Metro Update: Short Delay After Technical Issue at Siddhivinayak

The issue has now been resolved, but trains are currently running 5–10 minutes late.

Update: Maharashtra Clears 120-km Mumbai–Vadhavan Coastal Corridor

The project will also unlock vast land parcels along the Uttan–Bhayandar, Vasai and Virar belt, enabling new urban growth

Update: CR Plans Major Upgrade with More 15-Coach Trains, New AC Locals and Extended Stations by 2026

Once the tender process is complete, the conversion of all 20 trains is expected to begin within a year. CR expects to carry an additional 300,000 commuters every day after rakes are upgraded

Update: India Post Opens Service Desk and Art Installations at CSMT Aqua Metro Line

The newly installed art displays at the station highlight India Post’s wide range of products and services, combining visually appealing design with informative content.

Update: Panvel–Karjat Suburban Corridor Achieves Over 80% Completion Under MUTP-3

The corridor aims to strengthen the Central Railway’s suburban network, providing a dedicated double-line suburban route between Panvel and Karjat

Update: Attention Thanekars! Water Supply to Be Shut for 24 Hours on November 26

Thane Municipal Corporation has asked residents to use water sparingly

Update: Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation offers 25 per cent discount passes for differently-abled commuters, check details here

MMRC said the feature aims to make metro travel more affordable and convenient for differently-abled commuters. Passengers using Apple devices can start booking discounted trip passes immedia

Update: Central Railway collects over Rs 40 crore in fines from ticketless passengers

An official statement said that special checks are regularly carried out on Mail and Express trains, as well as on AC and non-AC suburban trains, to curb ticketless travel and ensure comfort

Update: Mumbai weather update: Hazy morning in city, light rain and thundershowers likely today

Hazy morning in Mumbai with partly cloudy skies. Light rain and thundershowers expected in afternoon and evening across Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Sindhudurg, and western Ghats of Maha..

Update: Mumbai: We’ll bring it back,’ say BEST double-decker bus fans as revival push gathers steam

Push to revive Mumbai’s iconic red giants for heritage rides around city as nostalgia survey explodes with memories; the enthusiasts, many of them long-time BEST followers and transport hobby

Update: 996 Smart Lockers Installed At Mumbai Metro Stations for Ease of Commuters

As per reports, nearly 5 lakh daily commuters are expected to benefit from this rollout.

Update: Western Railway Announces Special Early-Morning Local for WNC Navy Half Marathon 2025

To support participants of the WNC Navy Half Marathon 2025, Western Railway will operate a special slow local train in the early hours of 23rd November 2025 (Sunday).

Update: Mumbai-Chennai trains cut from 18 to 16 coaches after LHB upgrade

Rail authorities say change of formation won’t affect berth numbers; many passengers say this move amounts to fewer seats, tighter competition for berths and a reduction in the number of trav

Update: In Borivli, traffic cops block crossings to unblock congestion

With BMC’s help, they plug 12 crossings on SV Road stretch outside railway station, eliminating traffic congestion; according to the traffic police, thousands of vehicles ply this stretch dai

Update: Central Railway to Run Two Special Night Suburban Trains for WNC Navy Half Marathon 2025

Two special suburban services will operate past midnight on 22/23 November to help marathon participants reach CSMT.

Update: Mumbai Flyovers to Be Repaired on Priority; Quality Control Cell to Be Set Up

The 42 flyovers under the jurisdiction of the BMC should also be repaired immediately

Update: BMC to Connect 325-Metre Gap in Coastal Road Pedestrian and Cycling Path

The 7.5-km footpath and road on the Coastal Road was opened to citizens round-the-clock from August 15

Update: Big food brands to set up outlets at railway stations under new policy

With colossal, city-style elevated decks by the Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) rising at stations like Khar and Kandivli, the railways decided it was time to swap boring menus for...

Update: Central Railway enhances passenger amenities at "These" stations

Key highlights of amenities provided by Mumbai division in the month of October 2025 are as under:

Update: Navi Mumbai Metro Records More than 1 Crore Ridership in First 2 Years

The Belapur-Pendhar metro service began on November 17, 2023

Update: Meter-Based Auto and Taxi Fares Come into Effect in Vasai–Virar from November 15

The Transport Minister also directed the state transport corporation to start long-distance bus services from the Vasai–Virar municipal area to Thane and Kalyan

Update: Two new subways to connect Aqua Line with racecourse, bullet train stn

One subway will connect the Worli Science Centre station with the Mahalaxmi racecourse, the Worli promenade and the Nehru Planetarium while the second one will connect the Bandra Kurla Comple

Update: Major Adjustments and Traffic Diversion Implemented Due to Thane–Borivali Tunnel Construction

Public reactions have prompted several revisions to the original construction plan. It has been reported that Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has intervened to ensure that disruptions and

Update: Tunnel Aquarium at Byculla Zoo set to open in 2027

An allocation of ₹62 crore has been made for its creation, and an early-2027 opening has been targeted by civic authorities. The initiative has been inspired by international tunnel aquariums

Update: Student Travel Boost Announced for MSRTC

Educational institutions have been assured of a 50 per cent discount on the total fare for such trips, and the deployment of 800 to 1,000 buses per day from 251 MSRTC depots has been planned.

Update: Mumbai Metro’s Mandale Depot: Inside Asia’s Largest Elevated Metro Hub for Line 2B | Key Details Here

The Mandale Depot has been dubbed 'The People’s Depot' as MMRDA invites Mumbai residents to engage with the facility's features.

Update: MMRDA Plans 70 km Underground Corridor to Ease Mumbai’s Traffic Congestion

The corridor will connect Mumbai’s coastline, the BKC area, and the CSMIA

Update: Dahisar toll plaza temporarily shifted 50 meters ahead

Citizens were disappointed to find that the plaza had been moved only about 50 meters, sparking widespread anger

Update: Karjat–Kasara Passengers To Get Relief Soon

Currently, around 22 trips of 15-coach local trains run between CSMT and Kalyan

Update: Metro 2A Train Roofs Rust in Just Three Years, MMMOCL Begins Repair Work

MMMOCL clarified that repairs to the roofs of the vehicles have begun and anti-corrosion measures are being taken

Update: Attention Mumbaikars! Water Supply To Remain Affected on November 14-15

The water supply will be disrupted from 10 am on Friday, November 14 to 8 am on Saturday, November 15, 2025, i.e. for a total of 22 hours.

Update: CR to Introduce More 15-Coach Local Trains by December 2025, Platform Expansion Underway

Central Railway has already launched a large-scale platform extension drive across its Mumbai division

Update: Ghodbunder Road to Be Free of Traffic Jams by January 2026: Minister Pratap Sarnaik

During the meeting, the Justice for Ghodbunder Road team presented issues related to the route

Update: Mumbai to get third mode of urban mobility with 70-km long integrated tunnel road network

The tunnel network will be implemented in three phases based on traffic needs and future mobility demand. The three phases will include 16-km Worli Sea Link-BKC-Airport Loop, 10-km East-West

Update: Mumbai's temperature dips below 20 degrees for 2nd consecutive day this season

The air quality index (AQI) in Mumbai has burgeoned over the past couple of days in the moderate category. This was followed by the satisfactory air quality in the previous week owing to un..

Update: How Can Entrepreneurs Set Up Shops Inside Mumbai Metro Stations?MMMOCL Launches Golden Opportunity

Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) has invited small business owners and entrepreneurs to seize an exciting opportunity to set up retail outlets inside Mumbai Metro stat

Update: MRVC completes major infrastructure works in Mumbai's Kalyan–Badlapur section during night block

During the coordinated night block, MRVC launched multiple girders and dismantled old foot overbridges between Kalyan and Badlapur to upgrade suburban rail infrastructure

Update: Navi Mumbai: Ulwe Coastal Road Nears 60% Completion

The entire corridor will feature energy-efficient LED lighting, state-of-the-art signalling systems

Update: State forms committee to merge MMR’s metros under one body

At present, three state bodies manage the metro lines in the MMR–the MMRC, the CIDCO, and MMRDA, but the state wants the metro lines to managed by a single body

Update: 🚆 Neral–Matheran Train Services Are Back! ✨

Neral–Matheran train services resume from today 06.Nov.2025. Check here for more details...

Update: Aqua Line tunnel completion spurs underground infra projects

At the heart of these tunneling projects are tunnel boring machines (TBMs), which can excavate tunnels through soil, hard rock, rugged hills and even under the sea

Update: Mumbai Metro 9: MMRDA Drops ₹733-Crore Uttan-Dongri Depot Plan Following Local Opposition

Under the revised plan, Metro 9’s rakes will instead be housed at the Charkop car depot, which currently serves Metro Lines 2A (Dahisar East–Andheri West) and 7 (Dahisar East–Gundavali).

Update: Mumbai Metro 11 Update: Maharashtra Govt To Appoint Consultant To Expedite Pre-Tender Work & Avoid Delays - Report

The Metro Line 11 will be a 17.4-km fully underground corridor connecting from Anik Depot to Gateway of India. The project is estimated to cost Rs 23,487 crore.

Update: Aqua Line feeder service: Pvt buses to link CSMT, Churchgate

Cityflo, in collaboration with the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC), has set up a dedicated feeder service to provide last mile connectivity for commuters on Metro Line 3, also known as..

Update: Mumbai Metro Line 4 over 84 per cent complete, says MMRDA after it installs 56-metre steel span

The total length of Mumbai Metro Line 4 stands at approx. 35.2 km with 32 metro stations and 8-car fully automated metro trains will run on the route connecting Thane and Mumbai

Update: Mumbai Metro 1 May Soon Get Six-Coach Trains to Ease Rush Hour Crowds

The existing four-coach trains are struggling to handle the growing crowds, leaving passengers packed into compartments, especially at key stations such as Andheri, Western Express Highway an

Update: 3 नोव्हेंबरपासून 21 दिवसांसाठी शहाड पूल बंद राहणार

पुलाच्या दुरुस्ती आणि डांबरीकरणाच्या तातडीच्या कामासाठी हा निर्णय घेण्यात आला आहे.

Update: Mumbai Metro 3 records 3.8 million commuters in October

Since the last phase entered into service on October 9, the daily passenger count has increased to around 1.5 lakh

Update: Heavy Rain Lashes Mumbai and Suburbs; IMD Forecasts Showers Till Thursday

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rain in Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar till Thursday

Update: Heavy vehicles to be banned on Western Express Highway during peak hours: Goyal

79 public toilets located along WEH will also be refurbished and made fully operational in the coming days, Goyal told reporters

Update: Iconic Panchavati Express Marks 50 Years As Lifeline For Mumbai-Nashik Commuters

In 1975, Central Railway introduced the Panchavati Express to manage the rising passenger load on the crucial Mumbai–Nashik route.

Update: Mumbai Metro 3 To Offer Huge Discounts For Differently-Abled Passengers | Here's All You Need To Know

The final phase of the metro line between Acharya Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade was innaugurated on October 8. As the whole corridor is now open for public, connectivity between North and South

Update: Mumbai Traffic Update: Bhandup Junction To Remain Closed For 2 Days - Check Diversions Here

Traffic officials have also stated that one lane of LBS Road may remain closed for two months, from November 3 to December 31.

Update: Attention Thanekars! 24-Hours Water Cut In Several Areas on November 1-2

To facilitate the integration work, the TMC’s water supply department will also install a valve on the 750 mm main pipeline at Nitin Company Junction.

Update: New Byculla Road Overbridge 80% Complete, Opening Target March 2026

Mumbai’s Byculla ‘Y’ Bridge, which has served the city for more than 100 years, is being replaced with a new cable-stayed road overbridge.

Update: CR Announces Festive Special Trains To/From Mumbai On October 31

Central Railways (CR) have decided to run to run additional Festival Special train services from LTT, CSMT in Mumbai to clear the extra rush of passengers.

Update: BEST inducts 150 eco friendly electric AC buses - Check List Of New Routes Here

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that a decision has already been made to purchase 5,000 buses, focusing on an environmentally friendly transport system.

Update: Mumbai Police issues traffic restrictions on GMLR for Metro-4 line construction works, shares list of alternative routes

The first test run of a 10-kilometre section of Metro Line 4 in Thane city was successfully conducted on September 22, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing Metro network

Update: IMD issues yellow alert for multiple districts in Maharashtra as depression moves over Arabian Sea

According to the IMD’s nowcast bulletin issued at 7:00 am, the alert — valid for the next three hours — covers Jalgaon, Dhule, Nashik, Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Kolhapur, Sangli,...

Update: Mumbai Traffic Police impose traffic restrictions ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Goregaon

The Mumbai Traffic Police have imposed temporary traffic restrictions in the Western Suburbs area

Update: Good News! Alternate FOB Adjacent To Sion Bridge Opens For Pedestrians

Earlier, due to the closure of the Sion railway flyover, locals and pedestrians faced a lot of trouble while traveling east-west. Drivers and pedestrians had to take long detours.

Update: Malad Gets INR 2 Crore Makeover Under “Deep Clean Mumbai” Ahead of Local Polls

Important routes such as Marve Road, Link Road in Malad, and the SV Road corridor that connects the western suburbs with South Mumbai will be the main focus.

Update: Alternate foot overbridge constructed adjacent to Sion railway overbridge to ease pedestrian transport

The obstacle in the demolition of Sion railway overbridge has now been removed.

Update: Mumbai Metro Line 11 Proposal Sent To Centre, ₹23,487-Crore Underground Corridor To Link Sion & Gateway Of India

The ambitious Metro Line 11, which will connect Anik Depot in Sion to the Gateway of India, has moved one step closer to construction as the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL)...

Update: CR to run 18 additional Special trains between Mumbai-Nagpur and Pune-Nagpur

Central Railway (CR) will run 18 additional Special Trains between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) - Nagpur and Pune-Nagpur for the convenience of passengers during the festival s

Update: New superfast train from Bengaluru to Mumbai approved – Here’s how much travel time it will take

The present train service between the two cities takes 23 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 1,136-km journey.

Update: New feeder bus service launched for Mumbai Metro Aqua Line commuters, check details here

Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation said that the buses will run every 10 minutes during peak hours, with fares starting at just Rs 29 per ride. A monthly pass is available for Rs 499, making it co

Update: Mumbai: Pink Army, Civic Workers Join Hands to Clean the City Before Diwali

This drive follows a recent special cleanup from September 29 to October 13, when the BMC conducted extensive cleaning across all administrative wards.

Update: Mumbai Metro 2B: Yellow Line Trial Runs Underway; Phase 1 Expected To Be Start By December

MMRDA plans to open the second phase by next summer. This will cover the stretch from DN Nagar to Saraswat Nagar in Khar.

Update: Temporary Restriction on Platform Ticket Sales at Major Central Railway Stations to Avoid Festive Rush

To manage the heavy rush, Central Railway has imposed temporary restrictions on the sale of Platform Tickets at select major stations.

Update: Western Railway to run 8 pairs of unreserved special trains to clear festival rush

Parcel facility at Udhna Railway station suspended from October 15 to 31.

Update: Mumbai to Ratnagiri in Less Than 5 Hours as New Ro-Ro Ferry Service Set to Launch Soon

The ferry can carry up to 50 cars and 30 two-wheelers at a time. The ferry will depart from Bhau Cha Dhakka, Mumbai, at 6.30 am and return two hours after reaching Vijaydurg.

Update: Special Traffic and Power Block for Launching of FOB Girders at Dombivli Station

Central Railway will operate a special traffic and power block on the UP and Down fast lines and the 5th & 6th lines for the launching of girders for a 12-metre wide FOB at Dombivli.

Update: Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express Train Enhanced Facilities For Disabled People

The Mumbai Central - Gandhinagar Vande Bharat Express stands as a proud achievement of Western Railway. It serves as a shining example of progress, innovation, and inclusivity o­n the nationa

Update: Red Line metro 7 Extension to Metro Line 9: Metro Lines 2A & 7 Will Follow a Temporary Timetable for 7 Days

Mumbai Metro Lines 2A & 7 Will Operate on Revised Timings from October 12–18 for Line 9 (Phase -1) Integration Trials

Update: WR Implements Extensive Crowd Management Arrangements For Festive Season 2025

Dedicated arrangements have been put in place across major stations in Mumbai Central, Bandra Terminus, Borivali.

Update: Western Railway Suspends Platform Ticket Sales at 4 Stations from Oct 15 to Oct 31 — Check Details

Heavy festive rush ahead! Western Railway restricts platform ticket sales at Bandra Terminus, Vapi, Udhna & Surat from Oct 15 to Oct 31 to ensure passenger safety and smooth station movement.

Update: Cleanliness Drive at Jogeshwari Station ✨

A special cleaning drive was conducted today at Jogeshwari Station to ensure a neat and hygienic environment for passengers. 🧹💧

Update: Mumbai to Ratnagiri in Just 3 Hours: Check M2M Ferries Ticket Fare, Route and Service Details

A new roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) ferry service from Mumbai to Ratnagiri, named M2M Ferries, is set to significantly reduce travel time between Mumbai and Jaigad, cutting it to under five hours

Update: Mumbai Metro's bicycle feature divides internet: 'Not meant for a country like India'

A video of a woman using Mumbai Metro’s bicycle hooks has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the move and others doubting its practicality.

Update: Mumbai’s air quality dips after monsoon withdrawal

The moisture in the air during monsoon helps suppress dust particles, allowing for cleaner air. After the rains recede, it usually takes some time for the atmosphere to dry before pollution l

Update: Mumbai water supply hit after technical glitch at Panjrapur pumping station; repairs underway

Repair work is underway on a war footing. Residents will experience low water pressure until repairs are complete. The civic body urges judicious water use during this period.

Update: Good News! Now, Mumbai To Goa in 6 Hours As New Highway Expected To Be Fully Operational by March 2026

This upgraded 466-kilometer highway, stretching from Panvel to Sindhudurg, is set to transform connectivity between the financial capital and the coastal state of Goa.

Update: WR Collects ₹1.59 Crore Fine from AC Train Commuters

Such remarkable results are a testament to the dedication of Western Railway’s commitment to curb unauthorized travel, enhance passenger experience and safeguard public revenue.

Update: Van Rani relaunch hits a rough patch

Plans to relaunch the Van Rani train at Sanjay Gandhi National Park face delays due to theft and weather damage, prompting police intervention.

Update: बोईसर रेलवे स्टेशन के पास अंडरपास बनाने की योजना का प्रस्ताव तैयार करने का आदेश

वन मंत्री एवं पालघर के पालक मंत्री गणेश नाइक ने अंडरपास के लिए लोक निर्माण विभाग से धनराशि प्राप्त करने हेतु राज्य सरकार को प्रस्ताव प्रस्तुत करने के निर्देश दिए।

Update: Air Ambulance Services to Launch in Maharashtra from November: Health Minister Abitkar

The state will introduce 200 new advanced ambulances on roads to address the growing number of complaints regarding ambulance services