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Government Proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0 With Stricter Norms
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0, tightening crash rules with five-pillar ratings for clearer, comprehensive vehicle safety.
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India Records 4.8 Lakh Road Accidents In 2023; Tamil Nadu Tops List
India recorded over 4.8 lakh claiming about 1.72 lakh lives lost. Among the states, Tamil Nadu recorded the highest number of road accidents on National Highways in 2023
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Government Doubles Renewal Fee For Vehicles Older Than 20 Years To Rs 10,000
The transport ministry has raised the registration renewal fee for motor vehicles older than 20 years to discourage people from keeping them.
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Independence Day 2025: FASTag Annual Pass Price Breakdown
The FASTag Annual Pass will be effective starting August 15. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is commemorating India's 79th Independence Day. As part of the celebration, the ministry will start allowing people to get their hands on a FASTag Annual Pass. Best suited for frequent commuters, people will be able to save up to Rs. 33,...
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Explainer: FASTag Annual Pass Price, Benefits and Validity, Everything You Need to Know
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in June announced a cost-effective and more seamless travel solution for frequent commuters in India. It allows the free passage of non-commercial and private cars, jeeps, and vans on designated National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE). From price and benefits to validity, here is ever...
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1,240 National Highway Projects Worth Rs 7.8 Lakh Crore Underway: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said 1,240 national highways projects in 29,406 km, costing Rs 7.80 lakh crore, are currently under construction in the country, of which 15,674 km have been completed.
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Government Proposes To Make Two Helmets Mandatory For New 2-Wheelers
The government has proposed to make it mandatory for the two-wheeler manufacturers to provide two helmets at the time of vehicle purchase.
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Anti-Lock Braking System Mandatory For All 2-Wheelers Manufactured After Jan 2026
The transport ministry has made the anti-lock braking system mandatory for all new two-wheelers manufactured after January next year, irrespective of engine capacity, to enhance riders' safety.
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Government Announces FASTag-Based Annual Pass for Highway Commutes Priced at Rs. 3,000: See Benefits
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Wednesday announced a FASTag-based annual pass as a cost-effective and more seamless travel solution for frequent commuters. It has been introduced exclusively for non-commercial private cars, jeeps, and vans. With this pass, MoRTH aims to reduce the hassle of frequent toll deduction on highway...
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New Kilometer-Based Toll Tax Policy Expected Soon: Details
GOI plans a new toll policy with FASTag-based automatic deductions, kilometer-based charges, and barrier-free tolls. Read along to learn more.
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"Indian Roads Will Be Similar To That Of America In 2 Years": Minister Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari asserted on Monday that Indian road infrastructure will be comparable to America's in another two years, backing his argument that his government has ramped up spending on roads and highways over the past decade.
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Nationwide Cashless Treatment Scheme For Road Accident Victims: Centre
The government has notified cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims nationwide, under which they will be entitled to a maximum amount of Rs 1.5 lakh per accident per person.
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No Satellite-Based Tolling System From May 1, FASTags To Continue: Centre
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said some sections of the media have reported that a satellite-based Tolling System will be launched from 1st May 2025.
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"Unless Somebody Screams...": Nitin Gadkari On Highway Projects Execution
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday asked officials to take decisions swiftly to speed up the implementation of highway projects.
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Ola Electric Counted Yet-to-Be Launched E-Motorbikes in Its February Sales
Ola told India’s Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in a March 21 letter that it added customer bookings for 10,866 third-generation e-scooters as well as 1,395 Roadster X motorcycles in its February sales record, citing them as “confirmed orders.” Roadster motorcycles have not been rolled out so far, while third-gen scooter deliveries b...
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Government Proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0 With Stricter Norms
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0, tightening crash rules with five-pillar ratings for clearer, comprehensive vehicle safety.
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India Records 4.8 Lakh Road Accidents In 2023; Tamil Nadu Tops List
India recorded over 4.8 lakh claiming about 1.72 lakh lives lost. Among the states, Tamil Nadu recorded the highest number of road accidents on National Highways in 2023
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Government Doubles Renewal Fee For Vehicles Older Than 20 Years To Rs 10,000
The transport ministry has raised the registration renewal fee for motor vehicles older than 20 years to discourage people from keeping them.
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Independence Day 2025: FASTag Annual Pass Price Breakdown
The FASTag Annual Pass will be effective starting August 15. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is commemorating India's 79th Independence Day. As part of the celebration, the ministry will start allowing people to get their hands on a FASTag Annual Pass. Best suited for frequent commuters, people will be able to save up to Rs. 33,...
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Explainer: FASTag Annual Pass Price, Benefits and Validity, Everything You Need to Know
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in June announced a cost-effective and more seamless travel solution for frequent commuters in India. It allows the free passage of non-commercial and private cars, jeeps, and vans on designated National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE). From price and benefits to validity, here is ever...
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1,240 National Highway Projects Worth Rs 7.8 Lakh Crore Underway: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said 1,240 national highways projects in 29,406 km, costing Rs 7.80 lakh crore, are currently under construction in the country, of which 15,674 km have been completed.
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Government Proposes To Make Two Helmets Mandatory For New 2-Wheelers
The government has proposed to make it mandatory for the two-wheeler manufacturers to provide two helmets at the time of vehicle purchase.
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Anti-Lock Braking System Mandatory For All 2-Wheelers Manufactured After Jan 2026
The transport ministry has made the anti-lock braking system mandatory for all new two-wheelers manufactured after January next year, irrespective of engine capacity, to enhance riders' safety.
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Government Announces FASTag-Based Annual Pass for Highway Commutes Priced at Rs. 3,000: See Benefits
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Wednesday announced a FASTag-based annual pass as a cost-effective and more seamless travel solution for frequent commuters. It has been introduced exclusively for non-commercial private cars, jeeps, and vans. With this pass, MoRTH aims to reduce the hassle of frequent toll deduction on highway...
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New Kilometer-Based Toll Tax Policy Expected Soon: Details
GOI plans a new toll policy with FASTag-based automatic deductions, kilometer-based charges, and barrier-free tolls. Read along to learn more.
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"Indian Roads Will Be Similar To That Of America In 2 Years": Minister Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari asserted on Monday that Indian road infrastructure will be comparable to America's in another two years, backing his argument that his government has ramped up spending on roads and highways over the past decade.
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Nationwide Cashless Treatment Scheme For Road Accident Victims: Centre
The government has notified cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims nationwide, under which they will be entitled to a maximum amount of Rs 1.5 lakh per accident per person.
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No Satellite-Based Tolling System From May 1, FASTags To Continue: Centre
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said some sections of the media have reported that a satellite-based Tolling System will be launched from 1st May 2025.
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"Unless Somebody Screams...": Nitin Gadkari On Highway Projects Execution
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday asked officials to take decisions swiftly to speed up the implementation of highway projects.
-
Ola Electric Counted Yet-to-Be Launched E-Motorbikes in Its February Sales
Ola told India’s Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in a March 21 letter that it added customer bookings for 10,866 third-generation e-scooters as well as 1,395 Roadster X motorcycles in its February sales record, citing them as “confirmed orders.” Roadster motorcycles have not been rolled out so far, while third-gen scooter deliveries b...
