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The Times of India

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OHE, point failures delay Western Railway local services; several trains cancelled

Mumbai commuters faced significant disruptions Friday morning as Western Railway's suburban services were hit by two major technical glitches. An overhead equipment failure between Dadar and Churchgate, followed by a point failure at Churchgate station, led to train cancellations and delays. While services have resumed, trains are still running 15-20 minutes behind schedule as authorities work to normalize the timetable.

26 Jun 2026 9:30 am
'Are we guinea pigs?' FDA officials question VIP food-tasting duty

Food inspectors are increasingly burdened by VIP food-tasting duties, pulling them away from essential work for extended periods. This protocol, involving tasting every dish and collecting samples, has led to frustration, with officials questioning their role. While medical teams have withdrawn, food inspectors continue to perform these tasks, impacting their regular duties and raising concerns about their well-being.

26 Jun 2026 8:55 am
Mumbai local murder: Accused Roshan Suvarna came home drunk, cried after killing co-passenger

The recent stabbing on a Mumbai train has taken a toll on the accused's family, who claim he staggered home intoxicated and upset, disclosing the incident only the next morning. They assert that a trivial dispute over a train door spiraled into tragedy. Now, they're grappling with harsh public judgment and rampant speculation across social media as the story unfolds.

26 Jun 2026 8:03 am
Mismatch between growing crowds & transit infra worsening stress: Experts

Modern Stressors Can Trigger Fight Or Flight Response: Study

25 Jun 2026 11:58 pm
Airbag deployment kills 25-year-old inside parked car at Mumbai's Mira Road

A shocking incident in Mira Road saw a 25-year-old man fatally injured when a parked car's airbag unexpectedly deployed, striking him in the neck. Mohit Soni was inside the stationary Honda when the steering wheel airbag casing allegedly flew off with immense force, causing severe internal hemorrhaging. Police have registered an accidental death report and are investigating the suspected technical failure of the 15-year-old vehicle.

25 Jun 2026 11:10 pm
Climate-proofing India's green energy with a 2% investment push today can save $28 bn losses in India's renewable energy pipeline: Report

By 2030, almost 90% of India's planned renewable energy infrastructure could face dire climate challenges, putting assets worth over Rs 4 lakh crore at stake. Investing just 2% in resilience strategies could significantly mitigate potential losses, presenting impressive returns. Although Maharashtra is less at risk, the pressing coastal threats and surging energy demand demand immediate measures to protect the future of clean energy in the country.

25 Jun 2026 1:41 pm
Murder in Mumbai local: How cops tracked accused Roshan Suvarna

A dispute over a train door on a rainy night tragically escalated into a fatal stabbing on Mumbai's suburban railway. Police swiftly apprehended the accused, Roshan Suvarna, after a massive manhunt involving extensive CCTV footage. The incident, stemming from a minor scuffle over rainwater splashing, has reignited calls for enhanced security measures on the busy network.

25 Jun 2026 11:50 am
Sanjay Raut urges Mumbai police to book Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil under UAPA for 'bomb' remarks

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has urged Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti to arrest recently defected Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil under UAPA. Raut cited Patil's alleged threats to bomb and kill protesters, and his confession of having previously killed five people. Raut emphasized the need for an immediate investigation into these claims, warning of potential national security implications and demanding swift action to ensure public safety.

25 Jun 2026 10:15 am
'See video, look at the way he attacked him': Father of Mumbai local train stabbing victim seeks death penalty for accused

A fathers desperate demand for the death penalty surfaces after his 22-year-old son was tragically murdered on a Mumbai local train due to a dispute regarding the doors. The victim's grieving family voices their anguish over the shocking lack of safety measures and bystander intervention. Meanwhile, police have apprehended the perpetrator, but the familys pain endures as they seek accountability for this senseless tragedy.

25 Jun 2026 8:01 am
Felt humiliated after being told to shut it: How row over door turned deadly in Mumbai local; passenger stabbed in abdomen

A shocking act of violence unfolded on a Mumbai local train as a clothing store employee allegedly stabbed a co-passenger to death following an argument over a train door. The dispute, reportedly sparked by rain splashing passengers, escalated when the accused, feeling humiliated, repeatedly attacked the victim. Authorities apprehended the suspect in Panvel while he was attempting to flee.

25 Jun 2026 7:06 am
Gold smuggling through Mumbai airport busted: Airport staffer among 8 arrested; Rs 8.95 crore haul seized

In a significant blow to gold smuggling operations, the Mumbai DRI has apprehended eight suspects, one of whom works at the international airport. Authorities confiscated approximately 6kg of melted gold and dust, worth an estimated Rs 8.95 crore. The illicit activity involved transporting gold from the airport, melting it in Kalbadevi, and utilizing an underground network for distribution.

24 Jun 2026 10:12 pm
Navi Mumbai constable held for bid to smuggle drugs into jail

A 24-year-old Taloja Central Jail constable was apprehended by Kharghar police for smuggling 45.92 grams of charas and 36 sleeping pills into the prison. The contraband, valued at approximately Rs 47,720, was intended for an undertrial. The constable claims a female relative of the inmate handed him the drugs at Kharghar railway station. An internal inquiry is underway, and jail premises are being thoroughly searched.

24 Jun 2026 9:56 pm
Mumbai builder booked after man alleges property sold using grandmothers forged deed signed 11 years after her death

Akhtar Rizvi, a builder based in Mumbai, is embroiled in a cheating and forgery scandal. A 74-year-old complainant alleges that Rizvi secured property through falsified documents, including a sale deed allegedly signed by his deceased grandmother, who was illiterate. This discovery, made via an RTI inquiry, led to an FIR being lodged against both Rizvi and his staff, highlighting serious legal implications.

24 Jun 2026 9:52 pm