After 12 years of delays, the Malang Gad Funicular Railway in Thane has opened, cutting the steep two-hour trek to a 10-minute ride. Inaugurated by Sulbha Ganpat Gaikwad and Kishan Kathore, the railway makes the historic fort and Mahadev Temple accessible to all citizens, with a framed tribute to Shivaji Maharaj inside the station
19 January,2026 02:43 PM IST | mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFor those looking to build their own tailored routine, Santa Monica is an ideal destination for outdoor fitness at every intensity level
19 January,2026 02:33 PM IST | Santa Monica (USA) | mid-day online correspondentKnown as the Mother Road, the iconic Route 66 highway takes you through Missouri, ever since it was established in 1926 and originally ran from Chicago to Santa Monica
19 January,2026 01:30 PM IST | Missouri (USA) | mid-day online correspondentIt’s a gesture that blends whimsy with wonder, and it is, undeniably, one of Tokyo’s most charmingly unexpected experiences
19 January,2026 12:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT