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Chaos, frustration among commuters as 16 key Metro stations around Jantar Mantar shut | Delhi News

Chaos, frustration among commuters as 16 key Metro stations around Jantar Mantar shut | Delhi News

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3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Jul 23, 2026 02:07 AM IST Chaos unfolded across Metro stations in Central Delhi as the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) shut down passenger access to 16 key stations surrounding Jantar Mantar — leaving thousands of daily commuters stranded. Just over an hour after the announcement, Central Secretariat Metro station saw a sprawling crowd of bewildered and frustrated passengers pressed against the closed exit turnstiles. Many chanted slogans like “Modi teri tanashahi nahi chalegi”. Announcements played on loop at stations — which saw heavy deployment of security personnel — to inform the swelling crowd that while interchange facilities were open, all entry and exit gates had been shut until further notice. The disruption thus turned a regular journey, for thousands of commuters, into an ordeal. “It was a regular Wednesday … I was headed towards Central Secretariat station. The notification about the station being shut arrived too late for me to prepare for alternative modes of commute,” said Aastha (25), a clinical psychology trainee. “We got drained while trying to find …

Delhi Metro stations shut ahead of CJP march, commuters face chaos across national capital

Delhi Metro stations shut ahead of CJP march, commuters face chaos across national capital

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At Rajiv Chowk, one of Delhi’s busiest interchange stations, commuters crowded near the closed entry and exit gates as they waited for updates. At Patel Chowk Metro station, security personnel used mild force to disperse people who were attempting to head towards the CJP protest site at Jantar Mantar Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Bhiwandi’s ‘Spider-Man’ uses his ‘power’ to responsibly help commuters cross waterlogged streets

Bhiwandi’s ‘Spider-Man’ uses his ‘power’ to responsibly help commuters cross waterlogged streets

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Embodying the iconic line “with great power comes great responsibility,” a man in a Spider-Man costume named Shadab transformed into a real-life superhero on the waterlogged streets of Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. Frustrated by municipal delays after heavy monsoon rains left the city flooded and traffic paralysed, he donned the costume to step into the chaos. A man dressed as Spider-Man in Maharashtra’s Bhiwandi. (X/@ANI) Shadab took matters into his own hands by directing vehicles and clearing stagnant water to ease commuter distress. A video of his cinematic inspiration has drawn widespread attention, prompting many to praise him. Also Read: ‘1 hour of travel. 3 minutes in office’: Mumbai woman’s monsoon ordeal sparks discussion on city’s infrastructure “A local, Shadab, dressed as ‘Spider-Man ‘, assists traffic movement amid waterlogging in Bhiwandi,” ANI tweeted as they shared a video of Shadab in action. While directing vehicles and helping commuters, he also high-fives some and shakes hands with a few, appreciating his gesture. Why the effort? “I noticed that the Municipal authorities hadn’t come here to address the issue …

Scuffle between ticket examiner and a lawyer causes stir among the commuters at Egmore railway station

Scuffle between ticket examiner and a lawyer causes stir among the commuters at Egmore railway station

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Image used for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: The Hindu A scuffle between a woman train ticket examiner and a woman lawyer at Egmore railway station caused tension among the passengers on Saturday (July 4, 2026). Both parties have filed complaints based on which a case has been registered.  A senior official of the Government Railway police said Salma Begum was a train ticket examiner and was on duty at the Egmore railway station. She was involved in ticket checking on suburban platforms 10 and 11.  At that time, a female lawyer Mohana from Mangadu was standing on the platform. Ticket Examiner Salma Begum asked the lawyer if she possessed a valid ticket, to which the lawyer replied that she had come to see off a friend. Then Salma Begum asked to see a platform ticket, but the lawyer did not have one. Consequently, Salma Begum asked her to pay a fine. This led to an argument and a physical altercation between the ticket examiner and the lawyer. The ticket examiner was injured. Both parties filed complaints …

32 out of 2,766 buses on roads: BEST strike in Mumbai leaves commuters stranded

32 out of 2,766 buses on roads: BEST strike in Mumbai leaves commuters stranded

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Commuters in Mumbai had to face a crisis during the peak morning hours on Friday as only a handful of the buses by the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) were seen on roads. Mumbai: The BEST strike disrupted bus services citywide, leaving thousands of commuters unable to reach their offices and destinations. (HT/Raju Shinde) The buses are the life-blood of the busy city and one of the most frequently used modes of transport. They generally operate at a frequency of about 10-15 minutes, and even lower in some cases, but the employees’ indefinite strike has forced buses out of the roads, leaving many commuters stranded. According to news agency PTI, only 32 of the BEST’s 2,766 buses were on Mumbai’s roads during this morning’s peak hours. Most of BEST buses are hired from private operators on a wet-lease basis. While 38 buses could leave various depots across Mumbai, six of them were forced to return after incidents of stone-pelting and obstruction by striking employees. With buses missing from roads, commuters had to opt for …

Shimla advocates’ road blockade triggers congestion, commuters left stranded

Shimla advocates’ road blockade triggers congestion, commuters left stranded

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Hundreds of commuters faced severe inconvenience in Shimla on Tuesday after a road blockade by advocates over an entry-related issue triggered massive traffic congestion across key parts of the city, leaving residents, students and motorists stranded for hours. Hundreds of commuters faced severe inconvenience in Shimla on Tuesday after a road blockade by advocates over an entry-related issue triggered massive traffic congestion (PTI) The protest, which led to the disruption of vehicular movement near Chhota Shimla and adjoining areas, coincided with the ongoing peak tourist season, further aggravating congestion in the hill town already grappling with increasing traffic pressure. Also Read| Advocates protest permit rules for sealed roads in Shimla; police register case Speaking to ANI, resident Sonal Sharma said the traffic jam had significantly affected daily commuters. “I am standing at the toll area and need to reach Sanjauli, which is only about four kilometres from here. I came to know that advocates have gone on strike in Chhota Shimla over some challan-related issues. Such situations are quite common in Shimla because protests are …

Big relief for NCR commuters: Gaur Chowk underpass in Greater Noida set to open soon | Delhi News

Big relief for NCR commuters: Gaur Chowk underpass in Greater Noida set to open soon | Delhi News

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In a move that will come as a relief to a lakh vehicles that travel everyday through Gaur Chowk in Greater Noida, one of the busiest intersections in the NCR, an eight-lane underpass is expected to open by mid-August. The 700-metre-long underpass will run parallel to the Taj Highway and connect Greater Noida (Surajpur) and Gaur City. Officials said 76% of the construction has been completed, and the project is expected to be done ahead of schedule. The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) had planned the project in 2024 to alleviate traffic snarls. The Chowk is a crucial point, leading to Ghaziabad in the North, Greater Noida (Surajpur) in the South, Delhi in the East and National Highway 24 in the West. “Around 1 lakh vehicles pass through the intersection every day,” said an official, adding that 30,000 vehicles are expected to use the underpass. The official also said it was a six-lane underpass earlier, which has now been expanded to eight. Officials said 76% of the construction has been completed. (Express Photo by Gajendra …

Summer relief for commuters, GVMC sets up green shade at RTC Complex junction

Summer relief for commuters, GVMC sets up green shade at RTC Complex junction

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A view of the ‘Haritha Ashrayam’ structure set up by the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation at RTC complex junction in Visakhapatnam on Friday. | Photo Credit: KR DEEPAK As part of its Summer Action Plan, the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) has introduced a unique initiative to provide relief to commuters battling the scorching summer heat in the city. The civic body’s engineering wing has set up a specially designed green shade structure, named ‘Haritha Ashrayam’, at the busy RTC Complex junction on a pilot basis. The shade has been erected over a traffic stretch to offer protection to motorists, pedestrians and commuters waiting at signals during peak afternoon hours. Earlier, such a model was implemented at the Assilmetta area. According to the engineering wing officials, keeping in view the frequent strong winds and sudden rains experienced in the city, the authorities have designed the structure with safety and durability in mind. Special measures have been taken to ensure that the shade remains firm and does not get damaged or fly away during gusty winds. …

Noida: Metro commuters left in lurch amid skywalk delay

Noida: Metro commuters left in lurch amid skywalk delay

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A 300-metre-long skywalk connecting the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)’s Sector 52 metro station with the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC)’s Sector 51 metro station remains non-functional due to pending “finishing touches,” causing persistent inconvenience for thousands of daily commuters. Commuters said commercial establishments, including restaurants near Sector 51 station, have effectively taken precedence over commuter convenience. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo) The skywalk, meant to seamlessly connect the two stations, has been ready for over a year yet remains closed due to technical issues. NMRC, which built the foot overbridge, said they will soon open the facility but did not give a specific date. “An air-conditioned FOB between sectors 51 and 52 has been built but it is yet to open for use because the finishing work is on. Also, a beam coming in way of the FOB has to be demolished before it is opened to the public,” said Krishna Karunesh, chief executive officer, Noida authority. This has forced thousands of commuters to fend for themselves every day. “In the absence of this crucial link, …