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Coming soon: Longer trains from CSMT
An office building will be razed to extend platforms 5 and 6, which will accommodate 15-car trains on the suburban section
Published on May 07, 2025 06:30 AM IST
Mumbai could get its first underground rail line
Mumbai plans its first underground rail line, spanning 7.4 km from Parel to CSMT, to ease land acquisition challenges, with a projected cost of ₹3,000 crore.
Published on May 06, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Mumbai to get new viewing gallery overlooking CSMT, BMC buildings
Mumbai to get new viewing gallery overlooking CSMT, BMC buildings
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 04:16 PM IST
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BMC to construct Town Hall Gymkhana at heritage precinct near CSMT
This first-of-its-kind project, spearheaded by the civic body, is envisioned as a dynamic venue for public dialogue, civic engagement, and cultural enrichment. It marks a historic milestone for Mumbai, signalling a renewed emphasis on transparent governance and citizen-centric urban planning
Published on Apr 24, 2025 08:06 AM IST
A sneak peek into Mumbai’s futuristic railway stations
On April 11, Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the revamp would go a long way towards decongesting railway stations.
Updated on Apr 15, 2025 06:34 AM IST
CR ready for summer surge
The introduction of holding areas for passengers, a first for the railway, is the most significant step taken in the aftermath of the October 2024 stampede. The tragedy occurred when passengers suddenly surged forward but were unable to board the train as it pulled into the station
Published on Apr 10, 2025 07:16 AM IST
CSMT-Byculla, CSMT-Wadala train services to be shut on Fri and Sat nights
Outstation trains as well as suburban locals will be impacted due to platform extension work at CSMT to accommodate 24-coach express trains.
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 05:47 PM IST
CSMT being spruced up for centenary of first train in city
MUMBAI: Central Railway is cleaning the CSMT building before Feb 3, with a ₹2.50-crore project nearing completion amid ongoing ₹2,700 crore redevelopment.
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 07:16 AM IST
Row-wise dustbins to be installed soon in trains leaving Mumbai
Central Railway introduces dustbins next to every row in long-distance trains to improve cleanliness, with trials ongoing and positive feedback reported.
Updated on Dec 26, 2024 07:30 AM IST
55-year-old hawker crushed under BEST bus after being hit by bike
A 55-year-old hawker died after being hit by a motorcycle and crushed under a BEST bus near CSMT in Mumbai; police are investigating.
Updated on Dec 12, 2024 02:21 AM IST
Vinay Dalvi
HC raps BMC, police for failure to curb illegal hawking
The court emphasised on the ineffectiveness of existing enforcement measures and urged the BMC and police to synchronise their actions more effectively
Updated on Nov 13, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Karuna Nidhi
Mumbai trains: Suburban railway ridership inches back to pre-pandemic levels
The surge in railway commuters over the past 3-4 years was despite the operationalisation of four metro rail corridors in the city
Updated on Oct 28, 2024 09:21 AM IST
Local derails near Kalyan, none injured
No passengers were injured in the incident and efforts to restore services on the route were underway, CR said in a post on social media platform X
Updated on Oct 19, 2024 07:14 AM IST
Stolen bag of Vietnamese tourist returned; thief arrested
The thief contacted the tourist saying he found his passport and visa only, and met him to give that
Updated on Oct 07, 2024 06:10 AM IST
Megha Sood
CR to upgrade indicators, display expected time of arrival
The move is expected to bring relief for the nearly four million daily commuters on CR, who have no means of knowing how long it might take for a train to arrive on the platform
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 07:28 AM IST
CR plans to increase capacity on Karjat, Kasara routes by 25%
The move comes just two days after railway passenger associations held a joint meeting with CR authorities demanding an increase in suburban services on the Thane to Karjat and Kasara routes
Updated on Aug 17, 2024 08:52 AM IST
Railways moots plan to terminate harbour line trains at Sandhurst Road
A section of railway officials said the proposal was neither realistic nor feasible as the Sandhurst Road station is not equipped to handle large footfalls
Updated on Jul 31, 2024 09:19 AM IST
CSMT platform extensions to be completed well before time
Central Railway authorities are expediting work to extend Platforms 12 and 13 at Mumbai's CSMT to accommodate longer trains, increasing capacity by 20%.
Updated on Jul 29, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Railway staff dies in on-duty accident at CSMT Station
A young railway staff member working as a points man with Central Railway (CR) died on duty at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) station on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred while he was coupling the engine of the Konark Express with its coaches
Updated on Jul 24, 2024 07:56 AM IST
Dead rat forces CR motormen out of AC lobby at CSMT
From about 9 am, Central Railway (CR) motormen, who pilot suburban local trains, started walking out of their lobby along with their benches and placing them outside on the concourse. The reason: unbearable stench in the air-conditioned lobby
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 08:22 AM IST
Jaideep Ahlawat on his physical transformation: I cried while working out
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat talks about his drastic physical transformation for his role in Maharaj.
Published on Jul 06, 2024 12:25 PM IST
Navya Kharbanda
Delays continue on Central Railway locals three days after mega block
Trains on CR were running late by 20-30 minutes on Wednesday due to the new signalling system installed at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT). Sources said the engineering team working on the signalling system is struggling to set the routes running towards CSMT
Updated on Jun 06, 2024 07:22 AM IST
Day 2 of mega block: Platform extension work begins at CSMT
Central Railway undertook platform extension work at CSMT during a 36-hour mega block. Over 250 personnel worked on advanced signalling system. Many trains were cancelled, inconveniencing passengers.
Updated on Jun 02, 2024 07:06 AM IST
Local derails at CSMT, throws Harbour line out of gear for 3+ hours
The incident resulted in Harbour line services between CSMT and Wadala being unavailable for over three hours, as Central Railway officials and engineers worked to restore the derailed coach and clear the tracks
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 07:04 AM IST
Central Railway services to be affected as CSMT platform extension work begins
Mumbai's CSMT to undergo platform extension for 24-car trains, impacting train services for 24-30 hours. Work to start on April 19-20.
Updated on Apr 19, 2024 09:27 AM IST
Elevated deck to 24X7 stores: CSMT gears up for a makeover
The ₹2,450-crore redevelopment project was discussed on March 26 at a high-level meeting chaired by Anil Kumar Khandelwal, member (infrastructure), Railway Board
Updated on Mar 28, 2024 07:10 AM IST
CSMT gets IR’s first AC odourless toilet block
The toilet block, located on the main concourse area opposite platforms 5-6, has 14 urinals, 13 toilets including for the physically challenged, and 12 wash basins
Updated on Jan 05, 2024 07:12 AM IST
‘Exactly like Hamas’: Israeli envoy on 26/11 attacks, echoes PM Modi's remarks
On 26/11 Mumbai attacks anniversary, Israeli ambassador to India Naor Gilon said there are no “ifs or buts” in the fight against terrorism.
Updated on Nov 26, 2023 10:41 AM IST
Aniruddha Dhar, New Delhi
Railways to monitor air, noise pollution at CSMT ahead of redevelopment
These equipments will track the content of fine particulate matter in the air, respirable dust sampler, and noise pollution. For instance, the fine particulate sampler samples PM2.5 in the ambient air. Explaining the working of the equipment, an official said ambient air enters the system through an omnidirectional inlet and traps the particles
Updated on Nov 09, 2023 09:04 AM IST
CR enhances platform capacity at CSMT for long-distance trains
Central Railway (CR) in Mumbai is expanding the capacity of long-distance platforms at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to accommodate longer trains. Once completed, platforms 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14 will be able to handle 24-coach trains, increasing their carrying capacity. The work involves removing and relocating overhead equipment, dismantling washing pits and stabling lines, and inserting railway turnouts. The project, costing INR 62.12 crore, is being carried out in two phases, with 45% of physical progress already completed.
Updated on Nov 05, 2023 07:02 AM IST