Ajmer Transport Bribery Network Busted, 13 Detained
Rajasthan ACB uncovers a coordinated bribery network involving transport officials & touts in Ajmer. Raids yield cash, phones & transaction diaries. Read the full expose.
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Himachal Deputy CM Urges 15-Year Taxi Permit Validity
Himachal Pradesh Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri urges Centre to extend taxi permit validity to 15 years, citing hilly terrain challenges. He raised key transport sector issues at a national meeting chaired by Nitin Gadkari.
Chandigarh Metro Must Link Neighbouring Cities for Viability
MP Kirron Kher emphasizes that the Chandigarh Metro project's success depends on connecting Panchkula and Mohali. Learn about the funding challenges and the push for central government support.
Dehradun Experts Caution Against Elevated Roads for Traffic
Urban mobility experts in Dehradun argue elevated roads worsen congestion. They urge investment in public transport, walking, and cycling infrastructure instead. Read the full debate.
MTC Stops School Buses in Shillong, STEMS Alternative
Meghalaya Transport Corporation ceases school bus operations from April 1. Parents urged to switch to STEMS for safe, sustainable student transport in Shillong. Read more.
Kerala's KSRTC to issue e-tender for Enchakkal bus terminal
KSRTC gears up to issue an e-tender this month for its interstate bus terminal and commercial complex in Thiruvananthapuram's Enchakkal, aiming to boost transport infrastructure and monetize land assets. Read more.
Mumbai 18-car local train safety trials in January
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
Delhi's Pollution Fix: Make Public Transport the Backbone
Delhi's air crisis needs a structural fix, not short-term bans. Expert Rashmi Sadana argues for making integrated public transport the city's core to ensure cleaner air and equitable mobility for millions.
Bengaluru's BMLTA Transport Watchdog 'Dead on Arrival'
Bengaluru's new transport authority, BMLTA, faces irrelevance as key decisions are kept outside its purview. Discover the implications for the city's traffic woes. Read more.
PU Launches Trial Bus Service for Panchkula, Mohali Students
Panjab University begins a trial bus service for students from Panchkula & Mohali. Register by Jan 15 to help finalize routes. Read details and how to apply.
Bengaluru's new transport watchdog lacks real power
Bengaluru's new Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (UMTA) may be powerless as key decisions are exempt from its scrutiny. Will it truly transform the city's traffic? Read our analysis.
Chennai's 800 Crore Transport Hub: Foundation on Jan 25
CM M K Stalin to lay the foundation for a ₹800 crore multi-modal transport hub in Chennai on Jan 25, redeveloping the 75-year-old Broadway bus stand. The project promises modern facilities for north Chennai commuters.
Maharashtra Tops India in Railway Projects: Rs 3.5 Lakh Cr Investment
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Nicole Kidman's New Year with Daughters Post-Divorce
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
India's First Hydrogen Train Launching in 2026
India's first hydrogen-powered train is set for a 2026 launch, promising zero emissions and a 160 km/h speed. Discover its planned route and green impact.
Govt's image rests on your services: Gujarat CM to drivers
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel addressed GSRTC drivers, stating government's reputation hinges on their service. 3084 drivers and 1658 helpers received appointment letters. Fare hike of 3% also announced.
Bus Services Disrupted in Trichy During CM Stalin's Visit
Hundreds of passengers in Trichy faced severe delays and overcrowded buses as public transport was diverted for CM M K Stalin's event. Commuters heading to work and colleges were severely affected. Read more about the transport chaos.
Israel's NIS 40 Million Smart Transport Plan for South
Israel's Ministry of Transport commits NIS 40 million for smart transportation in the south by 2026, focusing on AI and IoT to improve safety and mobility. Learn about the innovative plan.
Record 2.8 Million Use Public Transport on NYE
A staggering 2.8 million passengers opted for public transport in Berlin on New Year's Eve, setting a new record and showcasing a shift towards sustainable celebrations. Discover the details behind this massive movement.
Kochi Metro's Historic New Year Ridership Hits 1.61 Lakh
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd achieved its highest-ever single-day ridership of 1,61,683 passengers on New Year's Day across its integrated network. Discover how seamless connectivity and extended services created history.
100 New Buses Join Uttarakhand Transport Corporation Fleet
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated 100 new UTC buses, plus 10 AC & 2 sleeper buses. The move aims to strengthen safe, affordable public transport and boost state tourism. Read more.
TN Govt Allows Transport Corps to Lease Private Buses
Facing delays in new bus procurement, Tamil Nadu permits state transport corporations to rent private buses. Unions fear higher costs and systemic dependence. Read the full analysis.
Mohali's Civic Mess Worsens: Violence, No Buses, Waste Crisis
Mohali's urban infrastructure collapses in 2025. Parking disputes turn violent, city bus service remains on paper, and garbage crisis deepens. Read about the planning failures crippling the city.
AMTS receives delayed electric buses, eyes 3000 by 2031
Ahmedabad's AMTS finally receives 15 electric buses after a 3-month delay. Plans to deploy 225 by Sep 2025 and scale up to 3000 ahead of 2036 Olympics. Read more about the city's green transport push.
Bus Bay Mayhem at Chennai Central Station Endangers Commuters
Commuters at Chennai's MGR Central Railway Station face dangerous chaos as bus bunching blocks bays, forcing passengers to squeeze between vehicles. Officials promise action. Read more.
Ludhiana's Transport Hub Faces Major Infrastructure Crisis
Ludhiana's Transport Nagar, North India's second-largest transport hub, grapples with broken roads, sewage failure, garbage piles, and rising robberies. Transporters demand urgent action from authorities.
Bhopal Metro Launch Fails to Ease Traffic, Last-Mile Woes Continue
Bhopal Metro begins operations after delays, but last-mile connectivity issues with e-bikes, buses & e-rickshaws prevent it from easing city congestion. Officials promise long-term relief.
Andhra Pradesh allocated 750 electric buses; 150 for Vizag
Andhra Pradesh receives 750 electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme, with 150 for Visakhapatnam. This move aims to cut CO₂ emissions, improve air quality, and modernize public transport.
Kabul's Traffic Crisis Deepens with Congestion and Bus Shortages
Daily life in Kabul grinds to a halt as severe traffic congestion and a critical shortage of public buses cripple the city. Commuters face hours-long delays and soaring costs. Read more.
Global Cities & Countries Offering Free Public Transport
Explore how Luxembourg, Malta, Tallinn & others are eliminating fares to fight congestion & boost sustainability. Is free public transit the future?
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