Transport In Mumbai

Why should Mumbaikars risk their lives every time they travel?

The death of three commuters on today's overcrowded railways garnered headlines but is merely another symbol of the malaise that plagues Mumbai's infrastructure that is often commented on but rarely improved.

Hike in airport charges won't affect airlines: DIAL

DIAL official said the increase will not only help the airport operator which has registered a loss of Rs 1,300 crore since it took over the Delhi airport from the AAI in 2006, but also help the state-run airports body to earn more revenue.

Local train derails in Mumbai

A Kalyan-bound local train derailed near the Masjid station this morning, disrupting rail traffic on the suburban section of Central Railway.

Mumbai: A city where even the slum-dwellers are taxed

Although slums do not even have the most basic of civic facilities, like drinking water supply or sewage collection, BMC argues that they have the right to collect tax from every structure in the city.

Bombay HC asks civic workers to return bonuses, clear debris near Mithi

According to the Times of India, over 30,000 employees of the BMC who went on a two-day strike paralysing in September, would have to return the Diwali bonus given to them.

Aviation ministry proposes AC shuttle bus service from airport to city

Civil aviation minister Ravi Valayar is looking into the feasibility of a proposal to start AC shuttle bus services from the domestic as well as international airports to various parts of the city.

Govt employees will now be trained to use Facebook for citizen safety

Harassed women in Mumbai do not have faith in the police. So, the employees at Mantralaya will now be trained to use social media like Twitter and Facebook to break the ice with citizens who find it difficult to connect with the government.

Tough time for Mumbai commuters; no train on Sunday, air fares hit sky-high

The common man now has to pay as much as Rs 23,000 for a one way Delhi-Mumbai flight due to fewer flights.Adding to woes, there will be no local trains on Sunday for six hours between Bandra and Bhayander stations.

Citizen convenience: BMC finally gets it right

BMC is planning to clear bottleneck spots on narrow and congested roads. Not just that, it is also setting up 500 Citizen Facilitation Centres across the city.

South Bombay in pain: Power cuts, traffic restrictions

Although a routine to the rest of the city, South Bombay faced a power-cut the entire Sunday. The President's visit causes more pain with traffic and parking restrictions.