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Mumbai: The BMC is set to begin structural strengthening work on the Parel TT flyover in October this year. To minimise traffic inconvenience, the repairs will be carried out in phases by closing one lane at a time. The repair work was originally planned two years ago but was deferred as the Delisle Road Bridge in Lower Parel was still under reconstruction at the time. Undertaking both projects simultaneously would have worsened traffic congestion in central Mumbai. Constructed in 1980, the Pa ...Read More >
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, while addressing a high-level review meeting of the Transport Department, asserted that with the guidance and support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the dream of equipping Delhi with world-class public transport will soon be realised. The Delhi government has initiated a major overhaul of the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) to provide world-class public transport services to the citizens of the national capital. According to a release, under this initiative, smar ...Read More >
Delhi Airport has advised travelers to plan their journeys carefully due to unpredictable weather conditions impacting the capital. Heavy showers and strong winds have disrupted road movement, prompting the airport to suggest using the Delhi Metro and checking flight updates. Recent rainfall has narrowed Delhi's monsoon deficit, with southwest Delhi experiencing excess rainfall. Delhi airport on Monday urged travelers to plan their journeys carefully as unpredictable weather continued to impact ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government on Tuesday initiated an overhaul of the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) to provide the citizens of the national capital a modern and integrated public transport system. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, while reviewing the city's transport system in a high-level meeting, announced introduction of a unified smart card system for all modes of public transport in Delhi, which is going to enable seamless travel across DTC buses, Delhi Metro, and the upcoming Regional Rap ...Read More >
Commercial Vehicle 1 min read Bengaluru auto rickshaw fares to be hiked from August 1 Beyond 2 km, the fare will be ₹18 per km. Night fares (10 pm to 5 am) will include an additional 50% of the regular fare. Auto meters must be re-verified and updated with the new rates by October 31. The Regional Transport Authority of Bangalore Urban District on Monday announced a hike in the minimum auto rickshaw fare raising it from ₹30 to ₹36 for the first 2 kms, as per a PTI report. The new fare will ...Read More >
The Regional Transport Authority (RTA) of Bangalore Urban District has announced a revision in auto-rickshaw fares within the jurisdiction of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). The new fare structure, approved after months of discussion and review, will come into effect from 1 August 2025, impacting thousands of daily commuters and drivers across the city. Bangalore Auto-Rickshaw Fare Hike: Minimum Fare Increased to Rs 36, Rs 18 for Each Additional Kilometre Under the revised guide ...Read More >
Mumbai: A fire broke out on Monday near a skywalk adjacent to the railway tracks at Thane railway station, sparking panic among commuters in the vicinity. Thick smoke and flames were seen dangerously close to passing trains, prompting immediate attention from the fire brigade and emergency services. Video Of Blaze Surfaces On The Internet Videos of the incident quickly went viral, showing black smoke billowing from the spot while trains continued to move along the tracks. The fire, which cause ...Read More >
KHAMMAM: A routine commute turned a 51-year-old school record assistant into an unlikely eco-warrior. After his bike skidded on a discarded plastic water bottle near Papakollu village, Tipparthi Siva didn't just pick himself up; he picked a fight. Witnessing plastic choke drains, poison cattle and sicken his community, Siva transformed his shock into action. Now, Julurpad mandal's determined "plastic warrior" wages a grassroots campaign, distributing pamphlets and pleading for change. Speaking ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab chief ministerBhagwant Mann on Thursday said the government will table a bill in the assembly on Friday to introduce harsher punishment for religious sacrilege. However, the law will not be enacted immediately, as the government plans to hold consultations with stakeholders before finalising the legislation.Mann said the decision was taken in a meeting of the cabinet earlier in the day. After the legislation is tabled, Punjab govt will gather suggestions on the law from stakeh ...Read More >
Nagpur: Pardi flyover, which was expected to be East Nagpur's only functional route during the rains, has succumbed to the first monsoon downpour. Torrential rains have resulted in multiple potholes, uneven patches, and loose gravel deposits on the flyover, turning the Kalamna, Itwari and Bhandara wings into pothole-ridden stretches resembling a booby trap. Additionally, the roundabout above has developed several depressions, posing risk to motorists.Commuters have raised concerns over the safet ...Read More >
Gurgaon: As heavy rainfall lashed the city for the second consecutive day, govt schools across the district remained open on Thursday.Despite waterlogged roads and unsafe commuting conditions, no official directive was issued for school closures by the education department. Many private schools, on other hand, shifted to online classes for the day. This, however, highlights the lack of resources of govt schools to administer online classes.According to sources, while no formal announcement was m ...Read More >
ANANTNAG: On the auspicious occasion of Ashad Purnima, the saffron-robed silver mace of Lord Shiva, traditionally known as 'Chhari Mubarak', was ceremoniously taken to Pahalgam for the Bhoomi Pujan ritual, marking the formal commencement of the age-old traditions associated with the annual Amarnath Yatra. Amid the chanting of Vedic hymns, a group of Sadhus led by Swami Mahant Deependra Giri took the Chhari Mubarak from its abode in Srinagar. The holy mace was then taken to Gauri Shankar Temple, ...Read More >
Gurgaon: A "yellow alert" for heavy rain was issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday. Meanwhile, the city's minimum temperature was recorded at 24.4°C, a degree lower than Wednesday's 25.4°C, as cloudy skies and intermittent rain kept conditions relatively cool. The maximum temperature was recorded at 28.9°C, 5.1°C lower than 34°C on the previous day. On Thursday, when the city received 133mm of rain, an orange alert was sounded, warning of heavy to very heavy showers that may ...Read More >
Surat/Ahmedabad/Rajkot: Just a day after the horrific collapse of the Gambhira bridge between Vadodara and Anand, which claimed 15 lives, chilling visuals of the tragedy have sparked widespread fear and anger among citizens across Gujarat. The bridge collapse has become a grim reminder of the state's crumbling infrastructure -- exposing the neglect and decay of dozens of critical bridges still in use. One such example is in Surat's Parvat Gam, where a bridge over the Mithi creek, built by the S ...Read More >
Gurugram, Jul 10 (PTI) Intermittent overnight rain in Gurugram brought the city to a standstill on Thursday, with roads and several residential areas inundated and traffic gridlocked. Gurugram recorded 133 mm of rainfall and Wazirabad tehsil 122 mm till 8.30 am, according to a statement issued by the district administration. The Narsinghpur stretch of the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway and places near Basai and Golf Course Extension Road were left waterlogged by the downpour, which started on Wedne ...Read More >
Bengaluru Bandh: Karnataka's capital is likely to face significant disruptions on July 9 as trade unions across India participate in a massive Bharat Bandh. The strike is supported by over 25 crore workers from banking, insurance, postal, coal, and transport sectors. Organised by ten central trade unions, the bandh is a protest against the Centre's "anti-labour" and "pro-corporate" policies. Banking and Insurance Services Hit The All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA) and Bengal Provinci ...Read More >
PTC Web Desk: India is expected to witness a massive nationwide shutdown (Bharat Bandh) on July 9 as over 25 crore workers from key critical sectors, including banking, insurance, postal services, coal mining, highways, and public transport -- gear up for a day-long Bharat Bandh. The strike has been called by 10 central trade unions and their allied organisations to protest against the Centre's economic and labour policies, which they allege are anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate in nat ...Read More >
Mumbai: Eleven years after its launch, Mumbai's first metro corridor (Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar) could soon see longer trains, which would bring much-needed relief to hundreds of thousands of commuters who frequently experience excess crowding on the route during peak hours. On a day when overcrowding was reported at the Ghatkopar and Andheri metro stations due to a technical failure in one of the trains, Mumbai Metro One Private Limited (MMOPL) said it plans to procure additional coaches. The ...Read More >
Srinagar- As schools across the Kashmir Division reopen on Monday, the Education Department's revised schedule, combining early morning classes with mandatory afternoon online sessions, has sparked a wave of concern and criticism from parents, who are calling the decision "impractical" and "poorly thought-out." In a formal statement issued Monday, Minister Sakina Itoo confirmed that there will be no extension to the summer break. "The schools will reopen on Tuesday. All teaching and learning ac ...Read More >
New Delhi: Several parts of Delhi received much-needed rainfall on Monday morning, offering significant relief from the hot and humid weather conditions that had persisted over the past few days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning across all districts of the national capital for the day. Rainfall began early in the morning, with overcast skies covering the city. The showers brought down the temperature and improved the overall air ...Read More >
Guwahati: Incessant rainfall has thrown Dimapur and parts of Kohima in Nagaland into disarray, leaving several areas submerged and residents grappling with unsafe living conditions. Over the weekend, the relentless downpour triggered a series of tragic incidents, including the electrocution deaths of three individuals inside their homes. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! In Dimapur, separate incidents on Sunday claimed the lives of two Naga reside ...Read More >
Mumbai: Central Railway has introduced the first local train rake equipped with a dedicated and specially renovated compartment for senior citizens recently. Meanwhile, Western Railway is in the process of launching a similar facility, with plans already underway. "Central Railway's Matunga Workshop has successfully rolled out the first Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) rake (local train) featuring a dedicated compartment for senior citizens in the Mumbai suburban network. The initiative, taken in i ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Private buses will stay off the roads across the state on July 8, as a joint committee of bus owners has announced a token strike to protest the government's apathy in addressing their issues. The operators also warned that they would begin a statewide indefinite strike from July 22 if the government fails to meet their demands. Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram on June 26, representatives of the bus operators alleged that the government is ignoring their d ...Read More >
Mysore/Mysuru: Amidst intense opposition from the business community and city planners, the State Government has decided to go ahead with the relocation of the KSRTC Sub-Urban Bus Stand from Bengaluru-Nilgiri Road to KSRTC-owned land in Bannimantap, where its depot currently functions. Traders fear the move will hurt foot traffic and sales in the heart of the city, while urban planners warn it could choke the already-congested Bengaluru-Mysuru Road. Despite these concerns, the Government has br ...Read More >
Bengaluru : TVS Motor Company, today launched a new variant of its flagship electric scooter, TVS iQube with 3.1 kWh battery that offers an IDC range of 123 km, hill hold and dual tone design. This latest addition builds on the company's refreshed EV portfolio with enhanced range and features. With this, the TVS iQube portfolio now offers an array of six variants, making this one of the widest and most compelling portfolio in the segment. With over 600,000 units sold and presence in over 1900 t ...Read More >
BENGALURU: A woman commuter on Wednesday informed the Karnataka High Court that bike taxis are safer, more affordable and convenient for women, in comparison with other modes of public transport, including buses and cabs. This point, which is contrary to the state government's contention that bike taxis are unsafe for women, was made before the division bench of acting Chief Justice V Kameswar Rao and Justice CM Joshi during a hearing of appeals by the Bike Taxis Welfare Association, along with ...Read More >
Pune: State govt had ordered an inquiry into the delay in issuing a work order for a new bridge over the Indrayani river at Kund Mala in Pune district despite funds being approved 11 months ago, public works department minister Shivendraraje Bhosale told both houses of the legislature on Tuesday.Bhosale said that a three-member committee led by a secretary-rank officer would submit the inquiry report within two weeks, and based on that, govt would act against the officials found responsible for ...Read More >
Gurgaon: Barely a month old, the Dwarka Expressway tunnel has made travel to and from NH-8 a seamless ride.Still, the tunnel - 3.6km of the main section and spurs to IGI Airport and Gurgaon - is a digital dead zone for thousands of daily commuters. There's no signal. No calls. And No GPS, seconds after one drives into the tunnel. "It's a smooth ride, but the moment you enter, your phone goes dead. Many of us attend office calls during our commute or make calls home. But there is just no mobile s ...Read More >
SHIMLA: The incessant rainfall and a series of cloudbursts and flash floods have devastated parts of Himachal Pradesh over the past 19 hours, leaving five people dead, 16 missing and causing extensive damage to infrastructure and property. According to the Himachal Pradesh State Emergency Operation Centre (HP-SEOC), 332 individuals have been successfully rescued in coordinated operations across multiple districts. The worst-hit district is Mandi, where all five casualties and the highest number ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has installed fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Guldhar and Duhai Namo Bharat stations to promote clean and sustainable transportation. With the addition of these two stations, three EV charging stations are now operational along the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, including the existing facility at Sahibabad station, according to a statement. It stated that the newly installed charging ...Read More >
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