Landslide in Karjat-Lonavala Ghat disrupts Mumbai-Pune rail traffic; 16 trains cancelled, 9 diverted
Heavy rains have caused a significant landslide in the Karjat-Lonavala ghat section, severely disrupting Mumbai-Pune rail traffic. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is overseeing restoration efforts, with both Western and Central Railways working as a unified team. Several express and intercity trains have been cancelled, and nine long-distance services diverted. Passengers are urged to verify train status due to ongoing work.
Faith taller than mountains: Elderly pilgrims defy age, pain on Amarnath route
Baltal, Jul 05: Their steps are slow, their bodies fragile, but their faith remains taller than the snow-clad mountains they climb. At the Baltal base camp, amid freezing winds, steep rocky tracks and thin mountain air, elderly pilgrims are emerging as the most inspiring faces of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, proving that devotion can triumph over age, pain and physical limitations. Armed with walking sticks, wrapped in layers of woollens and often supported by family members or volunteers, senior citizens from across the country are undertaking the difficult pilgrimage with extraordinary determination, manycallingit the journey of a lifetime. For 76-year-old Om Prakash Sharma from Rajasthan, the dream of visiting the holy cave shrine of Baba Barfani had remained unfulfilled for decades. My health is not good, and my family was worried, but I told them faith gives strength that medicines cannot. I have waited many years for this darshan. No matter how difficult the route is, Baba himself gives us the courage to walk, he said while pausing for breath near the Baltal route. Nearby, 69-year-old Shanti Devi from Uttar Pradesh, leaning on her sons shoulder, smiled despite exhaustion and cold winds sweeping through the mountains. The body becomes weak with age, but devotion never grows old. Every time we chant Har Har Mahadev, we forget the pain and tiredness, she said. Seventy-three-year-old Baldev Singh from Punjab, carrying prayer beads in his hands, said he had undergone knee surgery last year but still decided to undertake the pilgrimage. My doctor advised me to avoid difficult travel, but I had made a promise to Baba Barfani. I believe when the call comes from the shrine, nothing can stop a devotee, he said. For Savitri Bai, a 71-year-old pilgrim from Maharashtra, the yatra is deeply emotional.I lost my husband three years ago, and this pilgrimage was our shared dream. I have come here carrying his memories and prayers with me. Standing in these mountains gives peace to the soul, she said with teary eyes. Another elderly yatri, 78-year-old Ghulam Nabi from Jammu, said the atmosphere of devotion itself gives strength to continue. When you see thousands chanting the name of Baba Barfani together, you forget your pain. The mountains may test the body, but faith keeps the heart alive, he said. Across the base camp and along the trek route, similar scenes are unfolding every day. Frail pilgrims with weak knees, respiratory problems and age-related ailments are slowly making their way towards the cave shrine on ponies, palkis and on foot, refusing to allow physical hardship to weaken their resolve. Many yatris said the harsh terrain only strengthens their spiritual connection. This yatra teaches patience, surrender and faith. Every difficult step feels like a prayer, said 72-year-old Ramesh Patel from Gujarat. Security forces and rescue teams deployed along the route are also playing a crucial role in helping elderly pilgrims complete the journey safely. Deputy Inspector General CRPF Srinagar North and nodal officer for Baltal base camp praised the spirit of senior citizens undertaking the pilgrimage and said every possible assistance was being extended to them. The determination and devotion shown by elderly yatris is truly remarkable. Despite physical challenges and difficult terrain, they are moving ahead with immense faith and positivity. CRPF personnel are providing all possible assistance to ensure that elderly and frail pilgrims can continue their journey safely and comfortably up to the holy cave shrine, he said. He said personnel deployed along the Baltal route are continuously assisting senior citizens at difficult stretches while medical teams, emergency response units and support staff remain available round the clock. As chants of Bam Bam Bhole and Har Har Mahadev echo through the mountains, the elderly pilgrims continue their sacred march proving that while the body may weaken with age, faith only grows stronger with time.
3 fairness creams found to be toxic; public advised to avoid
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IMD issues red alert for Pune; schools shut on Monday amid heavy rain warning
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Court denies anticipatory bail in online liquor sale case, cites organised illegal business
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Maharashtra: Uddhav Launches Ram Raksha Andolan
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Monsoon fury brings trees crashing down across Pune; one man seriously injured
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6 killed, 1 injured as multi-storey 'chawl' collapses in Mumbai amid heavy rain; rescue operation on
Mumbai was battered by heavy rains on Sunday, leading to a multi-storey chawl collapse in Mankhurd that claimed at least six lives. The downpour also caused flight disruptions at the international airport and triggered multiple treefall incidents across the city, including one fatality in Kurla. The India Meteorological Department had issued a red alert, with several areas recording over 200 mm of rainfall.
Maharashtra: 2 More Die In Mumbai Tree-Fall Incidents
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TET Paper Leak Case Details Will Soon Be Revealed : Maharashtra Minister Bhoyar
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Maharashtra TET paper leak: Three more held in U.P.; 10 in custody so far
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Vidarbha on alert: IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms over next 7 days
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Maharashtra Bans 3 Beauty Products, Including Pak-Made Fairness Cream, Over Toxic Mercury
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Another rain tragedy in Mumbai: 63-year-old man dies after tree collapses
Tragedy struck Mumbai again as a 63-year-old man, Yunus Kundawala, died after a tree branch fell on his shop in Kurla (West) on Sunday. This marks the city's second fatal tree-fall incident in under a week, following a similar tragedy in Chembur. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns amidst heavy rainfall.
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Putin, Trump hold phone call on Ukraine, bilateral ties on US Independence Day
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Jammu and Kashmir: Search for two LeT terrorists enters second day in Shopian
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Amarnath Yatra 2026: Fresh batch departs from Jammu for holy cave darshan
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IIT Bombay scientists develop placenta-on-chip to aid foetal research
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Weather Today and Tomorrow: India braces for intense monsoon activity on July 5-6, with extremely heavy rainfall predicted for western and central regions. Mumbai and surrounding areas are under a red alert. Northern, eastern, and northeastern states will also see widespread showers, while hill states face landslide and flash flood risks. Residents are urged to stay updated and avoid travel during heavy downpours.
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Mumbai is experiencing relentless heavy rainfall, with the city receiving a significant portion of its average July rainfall in just four days. Authorities have issued red and orange alerts for the coming days. Tragically, two youths lost their lives at Pandavkada falls. The downpour has caused water-logging and infrastructure damage, prompting school and college closures across several districts.
Maharashtra: Doctor dies by suicide in Punes Pimpri Chinchwad; probe underway
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Odisha government helps Padma Shri singer Jitendra Haripal rebuild his home
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Metro snag, heavy rain disrupt Mumbai rail services; waterlogging, poor visibility reported
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Southwest monsoon to cover parts of Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan in next 4 days: IMD
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Mumbai police suspend licences of 11 orchestra bars over obscenity, rule violations
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Braving a 'red alert' with heavy rains and poor visibility, an Indian Navy Sea King helicopter from INS Shikra executed a daring medical evacuation on Saturday. The skilled crew rescued an injured seafarer from the SCI crude oil tanker MT Desh Shakti off Mumbai's coast. After stabilization, the seafarer was brought ashore for critical medical attention, showcasing the Navy's unwavering commitment to maritime safety.
Mumbai is experiencing relentless heavy rainfall, prompting actor Jackie Shroff to urge residents to prioritize safety and take precautions, sharing a video of waterlogged streets. Meanwhile, actor Kshitij Dholakia thankfully escaped unharmed after a large tree fell on his car during the downpour. He expressed gratitude for the swift assistance from Mumbai Police and the fire brigade.
Enrol under PM Fasal Bima Yojana by July 31: Maharashtra agriculture minister to farmers
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Show everyone, just once, that Fadnavis does not hesitate to take strict action against those who behave irresponsibly; the rest will immediately fall in line, said Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray
