Few know that the formidable design of Vasai Fort traces its roots to Renaissance master Michelangelo. The fort’s thick, angled bastions followed the Trace Italienne style he pioneered in Florence, helping it withstand heavy Maratha cannon fire during the historic Battle of Vasai in 1739
13 January,2026 10:06 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble
State government initiates study to decide whether location is more suitable than previously announced site, Palghar
10 January,2026 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
The Western Railway announced a major block on the Kandivali-Borivali section in connection with the construction of the 6th railway line. The ongoing 30-day block began on the night of 20th/21st December, 2025 and will continue until 18th January, 2026
09 January,2026 09:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Concluding part
As BMC poll date nears, mid-day looks at R North, Central, and South wards, which comprise verdant SGNP, quiet beaches, gaothans, industrial zones
09 January,2026 09:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Eshanpriya MSADVERTISEMENT
