UAE Raises Emirati Private Sector Minimum Wage to Dh6,000
UAE mandates a Dh6,000 minimum wage for Emirati private sector employees from Jan 2026. Non-compliance will block work permits and affect Emiratisation quotas. Read details.
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Ex-Diplomat Slams Demand to Suspend Indian Work Permits
Former diplomat Anil Trigunayat condemns the 'utter stupidity' of a demand by the Inqilab March to suspend work permits for Indians in Kuwait. Read the full story on the diplomatic and economic implications.
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.
Punjab Vidhan Sabha Passes 3 Revenue Amendment Bills
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
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.
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.
NHM Punjab Hiring 300 Specialist Doctors
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Punjab HC Seeks Affidavit on Action Against Overloaded Vehicles
Punjab and Haryana High Court orders Punjab Chief Secretary to submit an affidavit detailing action taken against overloaded vehicles, citing public safety concerns. Read the full story.
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?
Delhi DTC Proposes Two New Bus Routes for Metro Stations
Delhi Transport Corporation plans two new bus routes to improve last-mile connectivity to metro stations. The proposal aims to bridge gaps in public transport.
Delhi women take 2 crore+ free bus rides monthly in 2025
Delhi's free bus travel scheme for women sees over 2 crore monthly rides in 2025. New Pink Saheli Smart Cards to replace tickets soon. Explore the data and impact.
Posters That Moved India: A Visual Journey Opens
The Heritage Transport Museum opens 'Posters That Moved India,' a special exhibition showcasing rare travel posters from the 1930s-1970s. Explore India's transport heritage through graphic art. Visit before 28 Feb 2026!
US New Apartment Permits Jump 10.9% in March
US housing starts and permits for new apartments surged in March 2024, signaling a robust construction sector. Building permits for multi-unit projects led the growth. Read the full analysis.
Delhi Boosts Metro Funding by 60% to Curb Pollution
Delhi government announces major funding push for Metro Phase-IV expansion, clearing Rs 2,700 crore dues and increasing transport budget by 60% to make public transport the first choice and combat air pollution.
Guwahati bus services halted for PM Modi visit, commuters stranded
Guwahati's bus services were suspended on Saturday, stranding passengers across the city. The buses were diverted for PM Modi's visit, causing major commute disruptions. Read more about the chaos and official response.
Bihar Transport Dept Under Fire for Low Revenue, Pending Cases
Bihar's Transport Minister Sharwan Kumar issues stern warning to officials over revenue collection shortfall and huge pendency in vehicle registrations. Urgent review meeting held in Patna.
DTC to Lease Bus Depot Land for Warehousing to Boost Revenue
Delhi Transport Corporation plans to lease underused land at five bus depots to warehousing and logistics companies to generate recurring income and address its financial crisis.
Mann Gives 505 Bus Permits, Ends Transport Monopoly in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
Saudi Arabia launches first fully electric BRT in Makkah
Saudi Arabia unveils the Middle East's first fully electric bus rapid transit in Makkah. Set for 2026 pilgrims, it promises smoother, cleaner travel. Discover the tech behind this Vision 2030 project.
Indian Students Abroad Fall 5.7% in 2025 Amid Policy Shifts
Indian students studying overseas fell to 1.2 million in 2025. Explore the key trends in Canada, US, UK, Australia, and rising European destinations. Plan your study abroad journey wisely.
Ahmedabad's One Card for All Transport Modes Soon
Ahmedabad's Rs 472 crore ITMS project aims for a single travel card for AMTS, BRTS, and metro, cutting 75% ticketing staff. A smart mobility push for 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Vashi's New ₹190 Crore Bus Terminal Opens in Navi Mumbai
Navi Mumbai's modern Vashi Bus Terminal, built at ₹190 crore, is now open. It promises safer, organised travel with better facilities, marking a major upgrade for daily commuters.
Canada's Population Declines in Q3 2025 Due to Policy Shifts
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, the first drop since 2020. The decline is linked to new caps on international student permits. Read the full analysis.
KSRTC's Record Rs 11.53 Crore Daily Revenue
Kerala's KSRTC achieved a historic milestone on December 15, recording its highest-ever daily revenue of Rs 11.53 crore. Discover how operational efficiency fueled this success.
KSRTC Bags National Award for Public Transport Excellence
Karnataka's state transport corporation, KSRTC, has been honored with a prestigious national award for its outstanding performance and efficiency in public transport services. Discover the details of their achievement.
Sindh Assembly clashes over transport, vows bus expansion
Pakistan's Sindh Assembly witnessed heated clashes over Karachi's transport crisis. The provincial government announced a major expansion of 500 new buses for the city's struggling system.
Delhi forms task force for Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority
Delhi govt launches a 21-member task force to design DUMTA, a central body to streamline the capital's fragmented transport network and tackle congestion. Report due in 3 weeks.
Trump Cuts US Work Permit Validity for Asylum Seekers
The Trump administration cuts work permit validity for asylum seekers from 5 years to 18 months, intensifying legal immigration crackdown. Learn the impact on migrants and US industries.
Mysuru Plans 4 New KSRTC Bus Depots on City Outskirts
Mysuru's upgrade to a Grade 1 city corporation prompts KSRTC to plan four new bus depots and stands on the outskirts to handle future transport demand and tourist influx. Read the full plan.
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