https://mumbaimirror.online/ Mumbai civic life, transport, business, culture and sport. en-IN Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:53:08 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-suburban-railway-loses-44-65-lakh-riders-in-april-june-quarter-854ca9dc03 https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-suburban-railway-loses-44-65-lakh-riders-in-april-june-quarter-854ca9dc03 Suburban railway passenger numbers fell 1.71 per cent year-on-year, while AC travel rose by nearly 30 per cent. Metro ridership was also recorded on parallel corridors. Sports Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:58:39 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-western-railway-rolls-out-revised-mumbai-local-train-timetable-e026fafa4b https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-western-railway-rolls-out-revised-mumbai-local-train-timetable-e026fafa4b The new schedule, introduced on September 1, adds six suburban services, withdraws six existing ones and takes the total to 1,414 services. Tech Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:54:47 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-milk-wholesale-price-rises-by-9-per-litre-from-september-1-e9f25febcb https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-milk-wholesale-price-rises-by-9-per-litre-from-september-1-e9f25febcb The Bombay Milk Producers Association has raised the wholesale milk price from ₹93 to ₹102 per litre, with the new rate fixed until February 28, 2027. Business Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:50:54 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-benzene-leak-contained-near-mumbais-mysore-colony-monorail-station-133aa6a845 https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-benzene-leak-contained-near-mumbais-mysore-colony-monorail-station-133aa6a845 A leak from a chemical tanker near Mysore Colony Monorail station was contained on September 1 after a response involving the Disaster Management cell, fire brigade, police and BPCL experts. No casualties or secondary incidents were reported. Politics Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:47:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-auto-rickshaw-and-taxi-fares-rise-from-today-cb40ffafd7 https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-09-01-mumbai-auto-rickshaw-and-taxi-fares-rise-from-today-cb40ffafd7 Minimum fares have increased across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with drivers given until November 30 to recalibrate their meters. Latest Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:40:25 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-injured-after-crane-collapse-at-mumbai-port-f1da1fc0df https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-injured-after-crane-collapse-at-mumbai-port-f1da1fc0df Crane operators Ranjeet Singh and Nishant Singh were injured during cargo unloading at the BPS terminal on August 31 and taken to St George Hospital. Health Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:14:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-crane-operators-injured-in-fire-during-cargo-unloading-at-mumbai-p-9fc208c19f https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-two-crane-operators-injured-in-fire-during-cargo-unloading-at-mumbai-p-9fc208c19f A crane caught fire at Mumbai Port around 7.30 pm on August 31 while cargo was being unloaded from the Barbados-flagged vessel Vienna. Two operators were injured and taken to St George Hospital. Tech Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:02:00 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-mumbai-property-registrations-hit-14-year-august-high-7490f698ea https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-mumbai-property-registrations-hit-14-year-august-high-7490f698ea Mumbai recorded 12,503 property registrations in August 2026, up 11% year on year, while stamp duty collections are expected to rise to ₹1,123 crore. Business Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:55:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-bjp-corporators-raise-concerns-over-bmc-improvement-committee-function-222995255f https://mumbaimirror.online/a/2026-08-31-bjp-corporators-raise-concerns-over-bmc-improvement-committee-function-222995255f BJP corporators in Mumbai have alleged that proposals they wanted discussed or put to vote in the BMC Improvement Committee were cleared without voting. They met Mumbai BJP president Ameet Satam last week to raise the issue. Politics Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:50:11 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-ajit-pawar-dies-in-baramati-charter-plane-crash-maharashtra-announces- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-ajit-pawar-dies-in-baramati-charter-plane-crash-maharashtra-announces- Maharashtra deputy CM and NCP chief Ajit Pawar was killed on 28 January 2026 when a chartered aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport. The state government announced a public holiday, three days of mourning and a state funeral, with flags to fly at half-mast and official entertainment cancelled. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-28-eu-and-india-sign-security-and-defence-partnership-expanding-cooperati https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-28-eu-and-india-sign-security-and-defence-partnership-expanding-cooperati The European Union and India signed a Security and Defence Partnership on 27 January 2026 at the EU-India Summit. The pact sets a comprehensive framework for structured dialogue and concrete cooperation across areas such as maritime security, cyber, counter-terrorism and wider peace and security efforts. World Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-budget-session-2026-begins-28-jan-in-two-phases-till-2-apr-parliament- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-budget-session-2026-begins-28-jan-in-two-phases-till-2-apr-parliament- Parliament’s Budget Session 2026 begins on 28 January and will run till 2 April in two phases, with the first phase ending on 13 February and the second beginning on 9 March. The session opens with the President’s address, followed by budget and legislative business. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-rbi-advances-omo-purchase-auctions-to-jan-29-and-feb-5-to-infuse-1-lak https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-rbi-advances-omo-purchase-auctions-to-jan-29-and-feb-5-to-infuse-1-lak The RBI revised the schedule of its open market operation (OMO) purchase auctions, moving them to 29 January and 5 February. The central bank plans to infuse ₹1 lakh crore via two tranches of ₹50,000 crore each by purchasing government securities through e-Kuber auctions. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco Payments infrastructure firm Juspay closed a $50 million funding round led by WestBridge Capital, valuing the Bengaluru-based startup at about $1.2 billion. The company said the round includes primary and secondary components, offering liquidity to early investors and employees while backing expansion plans. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-pm-modi-attends-opening-of-38th-national-games-in-uttarakhand-around-1 https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-pm-modi-attends-opening-of-38th-national-games-in-uttarakhand-around-1 The 38th National Games opened with a ceremony in Uttarakhand, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance. The Games will run till 14 February, with events across seven cities and competition for hundreds of medals across 32 disciplines. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-nipah-outbreak-in-west-bengal-five-cases-reported-in-a-week-quarantine https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-nipah-outbreak-in-west-bengal-five-cases-reported-in-a-week-quarantine West Bengal reported five Nipah virus cases within a week, with two early patients—both healthcare workers from a private hospital in Barasat—remaining in intensive care. Authorities initiated quarantine measures and stepped up containment as additional cases were admitted to an infectious diseases hospital in Kolkata. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-uttarakhand-issues-ucc-amendment-ordinance-cites-smoother-implementati https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-uttarakhand-issues-ucc-amendment-ordinance-cites-smoother-implementati Uttarakhand has brought in the Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, to introduce procedural, administrative and penal changes as the state marks one year since the UCC came into force. The ordinance includes measures aimed at streamlining registrations and tightening provisions against coercion and fraud. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-killed-in-baramati-learjet-crash-dgca https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-killed-in-baramati-learjet-crash-dgca Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was killed on 28 January 2026 when a Learjet 45XR crashed while attempting to land at Baramati Airport. Officials said visibility was poor, the aircraft made a go-around, and investigators from DGCA and AAIB have started examining the incident. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-at-1-2-billion-valuation-beco Payments infrastructure firm Juspay has raised $50 million from WestBridge Capital, taking its valuation to about $1.2 billion and making it the first Indian startup to reach unicorn status in 2026. The round includes primary and secondary components, offering liquidity to early investors and employees. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-students-protest-new-ugc-guidelines-concerns-raised-over-equity-rules- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-students-protest-new-ugc-guidelines-concerns-raised-over-equity-rules- Student groups have held protests against new UGC guidelines, as reported in live updates on 28 January 2026. The issue centres on how equity and anti-discrimination rules are framed and how complaints and safeguards could work in campus grievance systems. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-pm-modi-inaugurates-38th-national-games-as-uttarakhand-hosts-multi-cit https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-pm-modi-inaugurates-38th-national-games-as-uttarakhand-hosts-multi-cit The 38th National Games opened on 28 January, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the event as Uttarakhand hosts competitions across multiple cities. The Games are scheduled to run until mid-February, bringing together athletes from across India in dozens of disciplines. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-telangana-nearly-100-stray-dogs-allegedly-killed-in-nagarkurnool-activ https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-telangana-nearly-100-stray-dogs-allegedly-killed-in-nagarkurnool-activ Animal rights activists allege nearly 100 stray dogs were killed in a Telangana village in Nagarkurnool district, taking the statewide toll since December 2025 to 1,200. Police said an FIR has been registered against three people as the investigation continues. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:12:13 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-nipah-cases-in-west-bengal-two-healthcare-workers-test-positive-contai https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-28-nipah-cases-in-west-bengal-two-healthcare-workers-test-positive-contai West Bengal has confirmed Nipah infection in two healthcare workers linked to a private hospital in Barasat, triggering a stepped-up containment response that includes contact tracing, isolation protocols, and deployment of expert teams to support state health authorities. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-parliament-s-budget-session-begins-28-january-union-budget-to-be-prese https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-28-parliament-s-budget-session-begins-28-january-union-budget-to-be-prese India’s Budget Session starts today, 28 January 2026, and will run in two phases until 2 April, with the Union Budget scheduled for Sunday, 1 February—an unusual first for a full Budget presentation. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-28-india-eu-security-and-defence-partnership-signed-as-both-sides-deepen- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-28-india-eu-security-and-defence-partnership-signed-as-both-sides-deepen- India and the European Union have signed a Security and Defence Partnership, expanding cooperation from maritime security and cyber threats to space security and defence industry ties, alongside a wider push to strengthen India–EU strategic relations. World Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-killed-in-plane-crash-at-baramati-sta https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-28-maharashtra-deputy-cm-ajit-pawar-killed-in-plane-crash-at-baramati-sta Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash during landing at Baramati on 28 January 2026. The aviation regulator confirmed fatalities among passengers and crew as investigators probe the cause. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-rbi-reschedules-1-lakh-crore-omo-bond-purchases-to-29-jan-and-5-feb-to https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-28-rbi-reschedules-1-lakh-crore-omo-bond-purchases-to-29-jan-and-5-feb-to The RBI has advanced its planned open market bond purchases, announcing two OMO auctions of ₹50,000 crore each on 29 January and 5 February to inject durable liquidity into the banking system. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-becomes-india-s-first-unicorn https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-28-juspay-raises-50-million-from-westbridge-becomes-india-s-first-unicorn Bengaluru-based payments infrastructure firm Juspay has closed a $50 million Series D follow-on round led by WestBridge Capital, taking its valuation to about $1.2 billion and marking India’s first unicorn of 2026. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-england-beat-india-by-26-runs-in-third-t20-in-rajkot-to-keep-five-matc https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-28-england-beat-india-by-26-runs-in-third-t20-in-rajkot-to-keep-five-matc England defeated India by 26 runs in the third T20I in Rajkot, with disciplined bowling after posting 171/9. India finished 145/9, leaving England still trailing 1–2 in the series. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:57 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-bank-strike-hits-public-sector-lenders-on-january-27-branch-services-d https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-bank-strike-hits-public-sector-lenders-on-january-27-branch-services-d A nationwide one-day strike by public sector bank employees has disrupted branch operations across India on Tuesday, January 27, with unions pressing for a five-day work week and all Saturdays as holidays. Private banks are expected to function normally, while customers are advised to rely on digital services for urgent needs. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-targets-pakistan-over-lifetime-immunity-provision-for-asim-munir https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-targets-pakistan-over-lifetime-immunity-provision-for-asim-munir India has criticised Pakistan’s constitutional changes, including provisions reportedly granting lifetime legal immunity to Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir. New Delhi described the move as a ‘constitutional coup’ and urged Islamabad to introspect, adding to an already tense regional climate. World Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-imd-warns-of-active-winter-spell-from-january-27-rain-and-snow-in-west https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-imd-warns-of-active-winter-spell-from-january-27-rain-and-snow-in-west A fresh western disturbance is set to trigger widespread rain and snowfall across the western Himalayas from January 27, while parts of north and northwest India could face thunderstorms, dense fog and isolated cold wave conditions, the IMD has warned. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-strike-long-awaited-trade-deal-tariffs-to-be-cut-on-most- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-strike-long-awaited-trade-deal-tariffs-to-be-cut-on-most- India and the European Union have reached a landmark trade agreement that aims to cut or eliminate tariffs on most goods and boost two-way commerce. The pact is expected to deepen economic integration between India and the 27-nation bloc, while formal signing and legal vetting are expected to take several months. Business Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-anthropic-plans-first-india-office-in-2026-as-demand-for-ai-tools-grow https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-anthropic-plans-first-india-office-in-2026-as-demand-for-ai-tools-grow AI startup Anthropic has announced plans to open its first office in India in early 2026, choosing Bengaluru as its base. The move reflects growing enterprise and consumer appetite for AI tools in India, and intensifying competition among global AI firms in the market. Tech Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-sophie-devine-defends-tense-final-over-as-gujarat-giants-beat-delhi-ca https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-sophie-devine-defends-tense-final-over-as-gujarat-giants-beat-delhi-ca Gujarat Giants sealed a three-run win over Delhi Capitals in a tight Women’s Premier League 2026 match in Vadodara, with Sophie Devine holding her nerve in the final over to complete a season double against Delhi and lift Gujarat up the table. Sports Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-ahead-of-union-budget-2026-27-health-leaders-urge-higher-public-spendi https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-ahead-of-union-budget-2026-27-health-leaders-urge-higher-public-spendi Healthcare leaders and experts have urged the government to raise public health spending in the Union Budget 2026-27, pointing to pressure from a dual disease burden and rising demand for preventive and long-term care. They also called for stronger delivery systems in rural and underserved regions. Health Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:19 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-punjab-declares-january-27-holiday-for-all-schools-after-republic-day- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-punjab-declares-january-27-holiday-for-all-schools-after-republic-day- Schools across Punjab will stay shut on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, after the state government announced a one-day closure following Republic Day celebrations. The order applies to government, aided, private and recognised schools, with education authorities asking institutions to comply strictly. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-reach-mother-of-all-deals-as-they-clinch-landmark-free-tr https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-reach-mother-of-all-deals-as-they-clinch-landmark-free-tr India and the European Union have reached a long-pending free trade agreement after nearly two decades of talks, with leaders calling it a major economic and strategic shift. The pact aims to cut or eliminate tariffs on almost all goods traded between the two sides, with formal legal steps and ratification still required before it takes effect. World Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-public-sector-bank-unions-call-nationwide-strike-on-january-27-over-fi https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-public-sector-bank-unions-call-nationwide-strike-on-january-27-over-fi Public sector bank employees across India are observing a nationwide strike on January 27, 2026, pressing for a five-day work week and other workplace demands. The action is expected to disrupt branch-based services at several state-run lenders, while private banks and digital channels are likely to function largely normally. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-budget-2026-27-halwa-ceremony-held-at-north-block-finance-ministry-beg https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-budget-2026-27-halwa-ceremony-held-at-north-block-finance-ministry-beg Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the traditional Halwa ceremony on January 27, 2026, marking the start of the final stage of Union Budget 2026-27 preparation ahead of the February 1 presentation. The event also signals the beginning of the confidential ‘lock-in’ period for officials working on the budget documents. Business Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-sharply-at-start-of-2026-survey-finds India’s technology sector has begun 2026 with weaker hiring intent, as active tech job openings fell year-on-year, according to a report by staffing firm Xpheno. Demand remains concentrated in major hubs like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Delhi-NCR, but the report suggests the market is still far below its early-2022 peak, with mid-senior and senior roles under pressure. Tech Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-gujarat-giants-edge-delhi-capitals-by-three-runs-in-last-over-wpl-thri https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-gujarat-giants-edge-delhi-capitals-by-three-runs-in-last-over-wpl-thri Gujarat Giants beat Delhi Capitals by three runs in a tense Women’s Premier League 2026 match in Vadodara, with Sophie Devine defending the final over under pressure. Delhi’s chase went down to the wire, but Gujarat held their nerve to complete a season double over the Capitals. Sports Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-imd-warns-of-rain-and-snow-in-western-himalayas-cold-wave-conditions-i https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-imd-warns-of-rain-and-snow-in-western-himalayas-cold-wave-conditions-i The India Meteorological Department has forecast widespread rain and snowfall across the western Himalayan region from January 27, 2026, along with cold wave and cold day conditions in parts of northern India. The advisory also flags the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and dense fog in isolated pockets, with another western disturbance expected around January 30. Health Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:40 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-north-india-braces-for-fresh-western-disturbance-as-imd-warns-of-rain- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/latest-2026-01-27-north-india-braces-for-fresh-western-disturbance-as-imd-warns-of-rain- The IMD has forecast a fresh spell of winter disruption from 27 January, with rain and snow likely in the western Himalayas and fog, thunderstorms and cold-wave conditions possible across adjoining plains. Authorities are urging caution for travel and outdoor activity as visibility and road safety may worsen. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-conclude-landmark-free-trade-agreement-rollout-expected-a https://mumbaimirror.online/a/world-2026-01-27-india-and-eu-conclude-landmark-free-trade-agreement-rollout-expected-a India and the European Union have concluded negotiations on a long-awaited free trade agreement, with officials saying legal scrubbing is under way and the pact could take effect next year after approvals. The deal is being positioned as a major economic and strategic step as both sides seek reliable partners amid global trade uncertainty. World Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-government-calls-all-party-meeting-on-jan-27-ahead-of-budget-session-s https://mumbaimirror.online/a/politics-2026-01-27-government-calls-all-party-meeting-on-jan-27-ahead-of-budget-session-s Floor leaders of Parliament’s two Houses are set to meet on 27 January ahead of the Budget Session beginning 28 January. The Union Budget 2026-27 is scheduled for 1 February, with the session opening with the President’s address to both Houses. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-bank-unions-jan-27-strike-hits-services-as-staff-push-for-five-day-wor https://mumbaimirror.online/a/business-2026-01-27-bank-unions-jan-27-strike-hits-services-as-staff-push-for-five-day-wor Bank employees under the UFBU held a nationwide strike on 27 January, demanding a five-day work week and implementation of a pending agreement with the IBA. Protesters say a commitment was reached in principle during wage talks, but formal clearance and notification are still awaited. Business Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-indigo-starts-direct-india-greece-flights-using-a321xlr-opening-a-new- https://mumbaimirror.online/a/tech-2026-01-27-indigo-starts-direct-india-greece-flights-using-a321xlr-opening-a-new- IndiGo has launched non-stop flights between India and Greece, operating from Mumbai and Delhi to Athens. The move expands long-haul connectivity for Indian travellers and is expected to boost leisure travel and business links between the two countries. Tech Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-u-19-world-cup-india-hammer-zimbabwe-by-204-runs-as-malhotra-s-ton-set https://mumbaimirror.online/a/sports-2026-01-27-u-19-world-cup-india-hammer-zimbabwe-by-204-runs-as-malhotra-s-ton-set India opened its Super Six campaign at the U-19 World Cup with a thumping 204-run win over Zimbabwe. Vihaan Malhotra’s unbeaten century powered a big total before India’s bowlers, led by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, ripped through Zimbabwe’s chase. Sports Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-nipah-alert-in-west-bengal-cases-in-barasat-trigger-contact-tracing-qu https://mumbaimirror.online/a/health-2026-01-27-nipah-alert-in-west-bengal-cases-in-barasat-trigger-contact-tracing-qu West Bengal health authorities have reported Nipah virus cases linked to a Barasat hospital cluster, prompting intensive contact tracing and quarantine measures. A national joint outbreak response team has been deployed to support containment and clinical management as officials urge people to avoid misinformation and follow hygiene precautions. Health Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:48:05 GMT