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Day 3 of BEST strike: Mumbai bus operations hit; 100 buses deployed for NEET students

Mumbai's bus services remain crippled for a third day as BEST employees continue their strike, impacting millions of commuters. Despite government intervention and legal orders, the agitation persists, forcing reliance on trains, metros, and taxis. Union leaders are awaiting a concrete commitment on their demands, including budget merger and pay…

The Economic Times

BEST strike day two: Commuters face hardships as buses remain off roads

Mumbai's public transport ground to a halt for a second day as BEST employees continued their strike despite government intervention and the invocation of the Essential Services Maintenance Act. Lakhs of commuters faced severe disruption, relying on overcrowded alternatives. Union leaders remain firm, demanding key concessions including budget merger and…

The Economic Times

My London: Serpentine CEO Bettina Korek

Serpentine CEO Bettina Korek loves a Supernova burger, strolls like a flâneur and says Peckham has the best bathroom

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BEST bus strike in Mumbai today: Check timing, affected services and areas

BEST Srike in Mumbai Today Update: Mumbai commuters face potential public transport disruption as BEST employees start an indefinite strike. Talks between unions and administration failed to resolve demands. The protest by 12 employee unions could impact bus services for millions of daily passengers. BEST officials are monitoring operations and…

The Economic Times

Mumbai BEST employees announce indefinite strike: Why they're protesting and how it could disrupt your travel

BEST employees are launching an indefinite strike from Thursday midnight. This action could disrupt bus services across Mumbai and electricity supply in South Mumbai. The unions demand the merger of BEST's budget with BMC and settlement of dues for retired staff. They also seek implementation of the Seventh Pay Commission…

The Economic Times

BEST Carbon SPORT 60 road wheels review: a budget race wheelset for speed merchants

BEST's Carbon SPORT 60 road wheels offer a wallet-friendly speed upgrade

Cycling Weekly

Claudia Winkleman gave the best response when asked if she'd like to have a go at The Traitors challenges

Claudia had a the perfect reply to hand when questioned about her willingness to take part in the challenges on the show

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Eastern DR Congo grapples with Chinese gold mining firms

Italian priest Davide Marcheselli has been fighting for years against Chinese companies illegally mining gold in the town of Kitutu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Radio France Internationale

Eastern DR Congo grapples with Chinese gold mining firms

Italian priest Davide Marcheselli has been fighting for years against Chinese companies illegally mining gold in the town of Kitutu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Radio France Internationale

East DR Congo Grapples With Chinese Gold Mining Firms

Italian priest Davide Marcheselli has been fighting for years against Chinese companies illegally mining gold in the town of Kitutu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

International Business Times

Empty BEST bus catches fire in South Mumbai, no injuries

“An empty BEST bus caught fire in South Mumbai on Saturday morning (December 9) and it was extinguished after 10 minutes,” officials said. No one was injured in the incident.

The Hindu

Mumbai: Wait time at few bus stops hits one hour, complain commuters; protest organised at Andheri

MUMBAI: Wait time at some of the bus stops in Mumbai has now increased from 45 minutes, a fortnight ago, to over an hour in the past few days, a section of commuters told TOI on Sunday.

The Times of India

Mumbai’s iconic double-decker buses retire after eight decades of service

After 86 years, iconic red double-decker buses bid adieu to Mumbaikars. Passengers and enthusiasts flocked to the upper deck for one last glimpse and to make journey memorable. 25 battery-run red and black double-decker buses have been introduced. Passengers reminisced and lamented decline in numbers. 900 air-conditioned double-decker buses to…

The Hindu

Mumbai: September 15 to mark the end of iconic double-decker buses!

Mumbai’s iconic double-decker buses will make their last ride on September 15, with the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) planning to phase out the remaining five buses in its fleet.

The Times of India

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The Independent UK

Security guard who went viral at Taylor Swift’s show ‘was later fired’

The security guard went viral for singing along to Swift’s ‘Cruel Summer’ at one of her shows

The Independent UK

Security guard who went viral at Taylor Swift’s show ‘was later fired’

The security guard went viral for singing along to Swift’s ‘Cruel Summer’ at one of her shows

The Times of India

Strike by drivers of BEST's private bus operators continues on fourth day, commuters hassled across Mumbai

MUMBAI: The strike by the drivers of private bus operators hired by the BEST - Mumbai's civic transport utility - over salary hike and other demands entered the fourth day on Saturday with more than 1,000 buses staying off roads, leaving commuters hassled.

The Times of India

Four injured in bus accident in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Four persons were injured in central Mumbai when a private bus rammed into a bus belonging to the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking on Sunday, police said.

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IKEA now has a 'secret' section of bargain buys online – I already found my dream patio umbrella for half price

The 'As Is' corner of IKEA is the best place to discover hidden gems, and now you can shop its discounted items online

The National (Scotland)

Belhaven Best makeover to tap into modern tastes

A SCOTTISH ale is under-going a design change to bring out the best of the pint.

Liverpool Echo

Some Morrisons shoppers will now be charged extra for meal deals

Morrisons' meal deals will now cost more for many customers

The Guardian - UK

Costcutter owner Bestway takes near £200m stake in Sainsbury’s

Grocery wholesaler may look to make further market purchases of supermarket’s shares

The Times of India

BEST bus catches fire near Bandra in Mumbai; commuters escape unhurt

MUMBAI: Around 20-25 passengers had a miraculous escape after a BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply Transport Undertaking) bus caught fire near Bandra signal junction on SV Road on Wednesday afternoon.

The Times of India

Security beefed up, special trains to run as Mumbai gets ready to celebrate New Year

MUMBAI: The police on Saturday beefed up security across Mumbai to prevent any untoward incident as the city geared up to celebrate New Year without any Covid-19 restrictions after two years.

The Times of India

Open deck double deckers to run overnight on New Year's eve for revellers in Mumbai

MUMBAI: With demand from citizens, the BEST has decided to operate its open double decker buses in SoBo till the early morning hours of Sunday as the city welcomes the New Year.

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