Bringing much joy to the tourists, services of the iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumed after a short break in the monsoon season. The train, with a history of over 150 years covers around 20 kilometres of journey, offering people a scenic route through the small hill station. Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CRPO) of Central Railways said that the train was stopped on June 8th because of the monsoon season and was started on November 6. The train reportedly transports 600-700 passengers on average every day. This toy train starts from Neral and ends at Matheran and takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. The elevation starts from 40 meters above sea level and then steadily climbs to 850 meters at Matheran. The train usually runs twice from Neral to Matheran from Monday to Friday and offers six shuttle services from Aman Lodge to Matheran.
08 November,2024 06:31 PM IST
Ranjeet Singh, Manager of the Bus Booking Company, recounted the harrowing tale of the Reasi terror attack, highlighting the heroic sacrifice of the bus driver for the 40 passengers onboard. Shocked by the unprecedented violence, Singh expressed disbelief that such an incident could occur in what was considered a safe area. The driver's quick thinking and bravery prevented further tragedy as he defied the militants' orders, ultimately giving his life to protect the passengers. The conductor, too, displayed courage in the face of danger. Their selfless acts prevented a potentially catastrophic outcome, underscoring the resilience and spirit of unity in the midst of terror.
12 June,2024 10:59 AM IST
Action blockbuster ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ has hit screens on the auspicious occasion of Eid. Those who witnessed the Ali Abbas Zafar directorial on the first day, shared their reviews upon watching. As fans thronged theatres early morning given it was a public holiday, some expressed happiness while others critiqued the film for missing the basic elements like script and acting. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Sonakshi Sinha, Manushi Chillar, and Alaya F in pivotal roles.
11 April,2024 06:57 PM IST
The makers of ‘Maidaan’ starring Ajay Devgn in the lead role hosted a special screening in Mumbai. It was attended by producer Boney Kapoor, his kids Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor. Also present was actress Priyamani and ‘Bigg Boss 17’ fame Mannara Chopra. The film will release on April 11.
10 April,2024 06:25 PM IST
PM Modi’s social media post on his recent visit to Lakshadweep went viral in no time. On Jan 04, ‘Lakshadweep’ became the 10th most searched word on Google in India. Unexpectedly, the UT’s sudden popularity became the ‘apple of discord’ to Maldivian MPs. Taking to X, Maldivian Minister Mariyam Shiuna made ‘abusive remarks’ on Indian PM’s Lakshadweep visit. However, Online travel solutions provider, EaseMyTrip has announced the suspension of all Maldives flight bookings from Jan 08. The actions came after the derogatory remarks made by Maldives ministers against India, PM Modi. Taking to X, CEO of EaseMyTrip, Nishant Pitti expressed solidarity with India amid the ongoing row. The online travel solutions provider EaseMyTrip initiated ‘Visit Lakshadweep’ campaign with #ChaloLakshadweep. Amid India-Maldives row, hashtag #BoycottMaldives gained traction as Indian tourists started canceling their vacations.
08 January,2024 02:26 PM IST | Mumbai
2023 has been about a lot of blockbusters and entertaining movies. From 'Pathaan', 'Jawan', 'Dunki', 'Animal', and many more. But which movie did people enjoy the most this year? Which song did they listen to the most and the most famous dialogues of this year? Let us listen in from the public about their take on the movies of this year!
31 December,2023 08:00 PM IST
It was a star-studded night in Mumbai as power couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt graced the premiere of 'Animal,' with Alia turning heads in a unique fashion choice – a T-shirt featuring Ranbir's Animal avatar! The chemistry was palpable as the Animal cast and Alia's family celebrated the much-anticipated release, adding to the glitz and glamour of the event. Meanwhile, the other stunning couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif graced the special screening of 'Sam Bahadur.' Katrina couldn't contain her pride as she reviewed Vicky's performance, expressing her admiration for his shining moment in the biopic drama.
01 December,2023 07:54 PM IST
Navratri 2023 is here and this means it’s time to match your steps to the Garba tunes. But if you are someone who doesn't know the Garba dance steps yet really want to enjoy the Garba party this Garba 2023, worry not. In this video, Garba trainer Kalpesh Chavda guides us through some easy Garba steps that can be learned very easily. These basic garba steps for beginner to Intermediate level can help you ace your dance game on the garba songs at the upcoming garba party! So book your tickets to the Garba night and begin learning these simple Garba steps.
06 October,2023 08:56 PM IST
Brief: Mission Raniganj Public Review: After delivering a bunch of socio-dramas, Akshay Kumar has returned to theatres with a biopic this time. Titled 'Mission Raniganj: The Great Bharat Rescue', the film released today. Mission Raniganj is directed by Tinu Suresh Desai and written by Vipul K Rawal. Mission Raniganj also stars Parineeti Chopra, Kumud Mishra, Pawan Malhotra, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and others. It is about mining engineer Jaswant Singh Gill who rescued 65 miners from a flooded mine in Raniganj, West Bengal. The public have called it a heart-touching, emotional movie and it is clear that people love Khiladi Kumar's acting. Watch the full video for the public's verdict on the film.
06 October,2023 02:01 PM IST
Shah Rukh Khan, known as Badshah or King Khan, saw his latest film "Jawan" join the exclusive Rs 500-crore club just four days after its release, showcasing a remarkable performance that appears to surpass his previous release, "Pathaan." The Indian film industry is buzzing with excitement over this achievement, with numerous celebrities and business moguls expressing their joy on social media. From Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh to Ameesha Patel and even notable business figure Anand Mahindra, Twitter became a platform for extending heartfelt congratulations to SRK for the film's phenomenal success.
12 September,2023 03:51 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
