News for 'State for Road Transport'

Bus mishap in Karnataka; 35 feared dead

Bus mishap in Karnataka; 35 feared dead

Rediff.com10 Jan 2005

The bus was proceeding from Hubli to Chitapur in Gulbarga district when it fell into the Almatti canal.

South Tamil Nadu under water after downpour, villages cut off

South Tamil Nadu under water after downpour, villages cut off

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Villages, towns, roads and highways in several regions of southern Tamil Nadu including Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi just resemble rivers in spate.

63 clauses of Motor Vehicles Act likely to be implemented from Sep 1: Gadkari

63 clauses of Motor Vehicles Act likely to be implemented from Sep 1: Gadkari

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

These clauses deal with penalties, licences, registration and National Transport Policy, among others.

Tavera recall case may come under road ministry's scanner

Tavera recall case may come under road ministry's scanner

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

A government-instituted panel which probed the extent of non-compliance by General Motors in re-fitting pre-approved engines on Tavera models sent for inspection to meet specified emission norms, submitted its report late on Monday evening, holding the company responsible for corporate fraud.

Markets reopen in J-K as unlock process begins

Markets reopen in J-K as unlock process begins

Rediff.com31 May 2021

According to new guidelines imposed by authorities on Sunday, shops have been allowed to open on alternate days.

Stir for special status hits normal life in Andhra

Stir for special status hits normal life in Andhra

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Scores of opposition workers were taken into custody by police in several areas across the state.

'Family first, nation nothing': Modi's scathing attack on Oppn meet

'Family first, nation nothing': Modi's scathing attack on Oppn meet

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

"They (opposition parties) are not concerned about the development of the children of the country's poor. Their common minimum programme is to increase corruption for their family. Democracy means 'of the people, by the people, for the people'. But these dynastic parties have the mantra of 'of the family, by the family, for the family'. For them, their family is first, and the nation is nothing," he said.

Bharat Bandh: Rail services disrupted, roads blocked across country

Bharat Bandh: Rail services disrupted, roads blocked across country

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

As fuel prices continue its northward march with petrol and diesel being sold at Rs 80.73 and Rs 72.83 per litre in the national capital, at least 21 opposition parties, led by the Congress have staged a Bharat Bandh protesting the rise in fuel prices and depreciation of the rupee.

Himachal Kinnaur cut off from Shimla after major landslide

Himachal Kinnaur cut off from Shimla after major landslide

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Machinery and manpower have been deployed, but stones falling from the hills are obstructing the road opening work, the officials said.

ITBP engineering wing to construct India-China border roads, foot tracks

ITBP engineering wing to construct India-China border roads, foot tracks

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

The move, which was approved by the Union home ministry, comes amid a military standoff with China in the eastern Ladakh area.

Transport strike in TN enters 3rd day

Transport strike in TN enters 3rd day

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

Transport minister M R Vijayabaskar said that despite the stir, 80% buses were running.

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

57 killed as bus falls into valley in Telangana

57 killed as bus falls into valley in Telangana

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

Locals alleged that the road that was closed some time ago over safety issues was reopened at the insistence of TSRTC officials to save on fuel.

Protests erupt in Karnataka over Shivakumar's arrest

Protests erupt in Karnataka over Shivakumar's arrest

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

Demonstrations and attempts to block roads by burning tires were reported from Ramanagara, Chennapattana and few neighbouring towns, where a bandh has been called by Shivakumar's supporters.

Kolkata transport strike assumes bandh proportions

Kolkata transport strike assumes bandh proportions

Rediff.com27 Jun 2005

The 24-hour transport strike called by the Centre of Indian Trade Union-led left trade unions in West Bengal against the Centre's decision to hike petrol and diesel prices on Monday affected normal life and virtually assumed the dimensions of a bandh

Bharat bandh: Farmers block highways, roads in Punjab, Haryana

Bharat bandh: Farmers block highways, roads in Punjab, Haryana

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Farmers gathered at several national highways, key roads and some railway tracks in Punjab and Haryana on Friday morning as part of their nationwide protest against the Centre's new agri laws.

What's A National Common Mobility Card?

What's A National Common Mobility Card?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

The NCMC facilitates convenient travel while integrating last-mile connectivity, a must in India's extensive landscape. It enables travellers to pay for a cross-section of needs, including toll tax, retail shopping, and withdrawing money.

Manipur: Govt move backfires as buses couldn't go to Kuki areas

Manipur: Govt move backfires as buses couldn't go to Kuki areas

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Attempts to resume Manipur State Transport (MST) services on Saturday suffered a setback after buses heading from capital Imphal to the hill districts could not go beyond Imphal valley.

Coronavirus-hit Chinese city suspends public transport

Coronavirus-hit Chinese city suspends public transport

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

The confirmed cases climbed to 571 mostly from the city of Wuhan with 17 deaths so far. The Wuhan government required all people in public places such as hotels, restaurants, cinemas, parks, shopping centres and public transports to wear masks to prevent the spread of the virus, according to an announcement on Wednesday night. The rule took effect immediately.

In US, Gadkari outlines plans to halt road accidents

In US, Gadkari outlines plans to halt road accidents

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

The minister has sought the help of US technology, expertise and innovation to make road safety a priority in India.

Maha govt removes Metro MD who oversaw Aarey felling

Maha govt removes Metro MD who oversaw Aarey felling

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

CM Uddhav Thackeray stripped Ashwini Bhide off the post. Last week, Bhide was elevated to the post of principal secretary. However, during the reshuffle, she has not been given any other charge.

Locals' lament in Dibrugarh: Infra push but no jobs

Locals' lament in Dibrugarh: Infra push but no jobs

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

'It feels like Assam is good just as a tourist spot and not a place to earn and live.'

Maha: 21 killed in bus-autorickshaw crash

Maha: 21 killed in bus-autorickshaw crash

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The impact of the collision was so severe that the bus dragged the auto-rickshaw along with it and both the vehicles fell into a roadside well, the official said.

UP man modifies car into 'helicopter'; fined

UP man modifies car into 'helicopter'; fined

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Enterprising creator, Ishwar Deen who poured in over two-and-a-half lakh rupees into his labour of love was ordered to dismantle the rotor that he had welded on to the roof of an old car to make it resemble a chopper.

Row over Nitin Gadkari's letter to Maha CM Shinde for IAS officer's transfer

Row over Nitin Gadkari's letter to Maha CM Shinde for IAS officer's transfer

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

In a letter to CM Shinde and chief secretary Manukumar Srivastava on March 9, Gadkari also criticised Joshi, an IAS officer, for allegedly stalling admission to nearly 1,100 seats linked to courses offered by the College of Physicians and Surgeons-affiliated.

Gadkari unveils prototype of world's first BS-VI-compliant flex-fuel car

Gadkari unveils prototype of world's first BS-VI-compliant flex-fuel car

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday unveiled the prototype of the world's first Bharat Stage (BS)-VI-compliant electrified flex-fuel car, developed by Toyota Kirloskar Motor. The car, which runs on 100 per cent ethanol (E100), is based on the Toyota Innova HyCross. It can cover 40 per cent of its distance on ethanol and the remaining 60 per cent on electric, with the petrol engine shut off.

So near, yet so far: Tunnel rescue put on hold again

So near, yet so far: Tunnel rescue put on hold again

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Boring through the rubble of the collapsed Silkyara tunnel was put on hold again on Thursday apparently after cracks appeared in the platform on which the drilling machine rests, in a fresh hurdle to the rescue of 41 workers trapped inside for 11 days.

A Busy Weekend For President Murmu

A Busy Weekend For President Murmu

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on the weekend.

Container lorry collides with KSRTC bus, 20 dead

Container lorry collides with KSRTC bus, 20 dead

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

The driver of the lorry apparently lost control after the tyre burst and jumped the median and collided with the oncoming passenger bus, police said. The driver Hemaraj, a native of Ernakulam, has been arrested.

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Indian roads continue to be among the most dangerous in the world. Few people are even aware that the Good Samaritan Law exists. Getting a licence to drive is still far too easy.

Cabinet okays 32,500 cr for Railways' multi-tracking projects

Cabinet okays 32,500 cr for Railways' multi-tracking projects

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved seven multi-tracking projects of Indian Railways at an estimated cost of around Rs 32,500 crore, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The proposed projects, which will be fully funded by the Centre, will help increase the existing line capacity, smoothen train operations, reduce congestion and facilitate ease of travelling and transportation. The projects covering 35 districts in nine states -- Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, Jharkhand and West Bengal -- will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by 2,339 km and provide employment of an estimated 7.06 crore man-days to the people of the states.

'If Modi comes back in 2024, India will be...'

'If Modi comes back in 2024, India will be...'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

'...a more capable State -- one that operates with greater capacity, greater efficiency, and greater clarity of purpose.' 'But I also see a more despotic State -- one that places more constraints on speech, assembly, dissent, and critique.' 'It may run 'better', but on the regime's rules.'

'Toll on Mumbai trans-harbour bridge should be Rs 500, not Rs 250'

'Toll on Mumbai trans-harbour bridge should be Rs 500, not Rs 250'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'You need to have enough funds to maintain the primacy of public transport and it should not suffer because of lack of funds.'

As EVs rise in India, a requiem for Kolkata's electric trams

As EVs rise in India, a requiem for Kolkata's electric trams

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Kolkata trams -- now in their 150th year -- are the last to survive modernity in Indian cities, writes Ishita Ayan Dutt.

Validity of driving licence, vehicle documents extended till Jun

Validity of driving licence, vehicle documents extended till Jun

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The government on Friday extended the validity of motor vehicle documents like driving licence (DL), registration certificate (RC) and permits till June 30, 2021, in view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In an advisory to states, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) said it is extending the validity of fitness, permit, driving licence, registration and other documents whose extension of validity could not be granted due to lockdown and which had expired since February 1, 2020, or would expire by March 31, 2021. It had earlier issued advisories dated March 30, 2020, June 9, 2020, August 24, 2020, and December 27, 2020, in connection with extension of validity of documents related to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989.

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Elections are not won or lost by expounding on such macro-economic matters. For the aam admi, what matters in manifestos are promises that will improve their quality of life, notes Vinayak Chatterjee.

Belgian ex-PM backs India's permanent UNSC seat, urges UN reform

Belgian ex-PM backs India's permanent UNSC seat, urges UN reform

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Leterme contended that there is a need for the United Nations Security Council to adapt to the realities of the 21st century as it requires representation that goes beyond the structures established in the 20th century.

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

Mumbai's Rs 60,000 crore transport projects stuck in red tape

Mumbai's Rs 60,000 crore transport projects stuck in red tape

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Transport projects worth Rs 60,000 crore are languishing due to red tape, while the city continues to struggle against bottlenecks created by many of them.