Western express-highway

IN PHOTOS: Smog spreads across Mumbai, causing hazy conditions in city

Smog was visible over Mumbai on Monday, with dense haze seen from the Goregaon East Metro Station foot over bridge and stretching across the city skyline near the Western Express Highway at Vanrai Police Station. (PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE)

Updated 11 days ago

Haze was observed across Mumbai during Monday morning, giving way to mainly clear skies by afternoon and evening, according to the India Meteorological Department. PIC/ SATEJ SHINDE

IN PHOTOS: Meet the 85-year-old who mans the traffic signal at Kandivali

Every evening without fail, 85-year-old Bharat Panchal volunteers at the Thakur Complex signal on Mumbai’s Western Express Highway in Kandivli East, managing traffic and urging motorists to follow road safety rules. Working independently for over three hours a day, Panchal helps prevent wrong-lane driving and traffic violations, carrying only a whistle and torch. Supported by local residents and traffic police—who have felicitated him for his selfless service—Panchal says his volunteer work keeps him fit and motivated. (PICS/SHIRISH VAKTANIA)

Updated 18 days ago