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Bahrain And Kuwait Prepare For Spillover As US-Iran Conflict Escalates
Bahrain and Kuwait, home to US bases, made preparations on Sunday for the possibility the Iran conflict might spread to their territory, with Bahrain urging drivers to avoid main roads and Kuwait establishing shelters in a ministries complex.
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Govt Makes ABS, Two Helmets Mandatory For New Two-Wheelers
The mandatory ABS on two-wheelers is aimed at improving the safety of riders.
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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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45 Palestinians, Waiting For Aid, Killed By Israeli Tanks: Gaza Ministry
Israeli tanks fired into a crowd trying to get aid from trucks in the Gaza Strip on Monday, killing at least 51 people, according to medics, in one of the bloodiest incidents yet in mounting violence as desperate residents struggle for food.
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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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Will FASTag Annual Toll Pass Be A Reality? Here's What We Know
Notably, the government has shelved an earlier proposal that suggested a lifetime FASTag costing Rs 30,000 for 15 years.
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DGT Spain: These Illnesses To Restrict Driving License Renewal; Should India Follow Too?
Spain's new health rules for driver's licenses spark discussions on India's road safety. Read the article to know more.
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Traffic Violations To Earn Negative Points On Driving Licence
The road transport ministry plans to introduce a 'merit and demerit' system for driver's licenses. Check out the full story to learn more
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Road Accident Victims To Get Cashless Treatment Up To Rs 1.5 Lakh
The NHA will serve as the executing agency for the program, working in collaboration with police, hospitals, and State Health Agencies.
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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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462 People Died In Road Accidents In India Every Day. This State Topped The List
The Centre's annual report on "Road Accidents in India" revealed that a vast majority of the accident victims in 2022 were in the age group of 25-35.
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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Is Now Open: Check Travel Time, Why It's Toll-Free And More
The new Expressway, which spans more than 210 km, will drastically reduce travel time, from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours.
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Bahrain And Kuwait Prepare For Spillover As US-Iran Conflict Escalates
Bahrain and Kuwait, home to US bases, made preparations on Sunday for the possibility the Iran conflict might spread to their territory, with Bahrain urging drivers to avoid main roads and Kuwait establishing shelters in a ministries complex.
-
Govt Makes ABS, Two Helmets Mandatory For New Two-Wheelers
The mandatory ABS on two-wheelers is aimed at improving the safety of riders.
-
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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45 Palestinians, Waiting For Aid, Killed By Israeli Tanks: Gaza Ministry
Israeli tanks fired into a crowd trying to get aid from trucks in the Gaza Strip on Monday, killing at least 51 people, according to medics, in one of the bloodiest incidents yet in mounting violence as desperate residents struggle for food.
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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.
-
Will FASTag Annual Toll Pass Be A Reality? Here's What We Know
Notably, the government has shelved an earlier proposal that suggested a lifetime FASTag costing Rs 30,000 for 15 years.
-
DGT Spain: These Illnesses To Restrict Driving License Renewal; Should India Follow Too?
Spain's new health rules for driver's licenses spark discussions on India's road safety. Read the article to know more.
-
Traffic Violations To Earn Negative Points On Driving Licence
The road transport ministry plans to introduce a 'merit and demerit' system for driver's licenses. Check out the full story to learn more
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Road Accident Victims To Get Cashless Treatment Up To Rs 1.5 Lakh
The NHA will serve as the executing agency for the program, working in collaboration with police, hospitals, and State Health Agencies.
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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...
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462 People Died In Road Accidents In India Every Day. This State Topped The List
The Centre's annual report on "Road Accidents in India" revealed that a vast majority of the accident victims in 2022 were in the age group of 25-35.
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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Is Now Open: Check Travel Time, Why It's Toll-Free And More
The new Expressway, which spans more than 210 km, will drastically reduce travel time, from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours.
