Fake e-Challan Scam Targets Indian Vehicle Owners
A sophisticated cyber fraud campaign uses fake traffic fine portals to steal financial data. Learn how the scam works and how to protect yourself from these phishing attacks.
A sophisticated cyber fraud campaign uses fake traffic fine portals to steal financial data. Learn how the scam works and how to protect yourself from these phishing attacks.
Rajasthan transport department cracks down on vehicle number allotment scam. RTOs directed to file criminal cases and submit detailed probe reports by year-end. Full story inside.
Chandigarh's vehicle registration trends show a shift as two-wheelers now lead. Explore the data, reasons behind high car ownership, and comparisons with Gandhinagar and Jalandhar.
Pune cab riders face demands for extra payment to switch on air-conditioners during winter. Multiple incidents reported with Uber and Rapido. Read about the commuter ordeal and official response.
Pune's festive season vehicle registrations soar 15-20%, hitting a 4-year peak. Experts warn of traffic and pollution, urging public transport focus. Read the full analysis.
Kanpur authorities launch a new colour-code system for e-rickshaws, merging 40 routes into 4. Joint campaigns for registration, fitness checks, and traffic enforcement announced. Read the full plan.
As AI severs the link between jobs and inflation, the US Federal Reserve may need to reset its targets, potentially making its policy framework resemble India's. Explore the implications.
Mumbai's car registrations cross 15 lakh, pushing vehicle density to 753 per km. Experts warn of worsening congestion and call for urgent public transport boost. Read more.
Delhi's new Transit-Oriented Development policy draft removes key planning safeguards, raising concerns over chaotic growth. Experts warn of infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
Dell tightens return-to-office rules, demanding sales staff work 5 days a week onsite. New policy ends flexibility for parents, causing disruption. Read the full story.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.
Gujarat's new policy linking grants to student attendance faces fierce opposition from school managements, who warn of potential closures and data manipulation. Read the full story.
Despite a Madras HC-backed circular, Karur RTO insists on manual vehicle inspections, demanding bribes up to Rs 2000. Dealers allege systemic corruption undermining digital reforms.
Jaipur RTO cracks down on a vintage vehicle number scam. Over 2000 owners face scrutiny, documents under verification from Dec 24-26. Read details and consequences.
Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Naravane emphasizes the inseparable link between India's progress and stability in neighbouring countries like Bangladesh, calling for a collaborative regional approach.
Chandigarh's Empowered Committee approves guidelines for the Chandigarh Startup Policy, clearing a ₹25 crore fund. The move aims to boost local entrepreneurship and create jobs. Learn about the key benefits and application process.
Gujarat's new grant policy for aided schools links funding to attendance but provides special relief for rural single-class institutions. Learn about the revised slabs and criteria.
Udupi Deputy Commissioner Swaroopa TK directs RTO to penalize overloaded ready-mix concrete trucks causing spills and accidents. Action also ordered against buses stopping illegally.
EAM S. Jaishankar emphasizes the need for clarity, strategic choices, and a definitive game plan in India's foreign policy. Read his key insights on navigating global complexities.
Nine days after Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik ordered his suspension for negligence in a fatal school van crash, the Nagpur RTO officer remains in post. Public outrage grows over enforcement lapses. Read more.
Pune RTO claims Uber, Ola, Rapido updated fares to approved rates. Yet, passengers report overcharging as drivers use unauthorized website. Companies silent. Details inside.
A mason in Ahmedabad lost Rs 1.75 lakh after downloading a malicious APK disguised as an RTO traffic challan. Learn how the scam unfolded and crucial cybersecurity tips to stay safe.
Former US President Donald Trump has initiated a major policy shift to reclassify marijuana, easing federal restrictions and encouraging scientific research. Read the full analysis.
Despite outrage over a student's death, 364 school buses/vans in Nagpur lack fitness certificates. Officials claim action, but safety gaps persist. Read the full investigation.
Following a deadly multi-vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway, Prayagraj RTO has launched a major campaign for road safety in fog, deploying teams and working with transport unions.
Operations at Nagpur's RTO East office were disrupted after clerks stopped work protesting an agent's threats. Citizens faced major inconvenience. Police intervention led to a consensus, but no FIR was filed. Read the full story.
Three Pune residents, including an Army officer, collectively lost Rs 11.33 lakh in sophisticated online RTO challan scams. Learn how the frauds unfolded and how to protect yourself.
Punjab's upcoming industrial policy, launching in January, offers supercharged incentives for electric vehicle makers, including a 125% boost over other sectors, to attract investments and jobs.
Axis Bank Research forecasts a supportive environment for Indian bonds, citing policy rates at a bottom, attractive yields, and strong capital inflows. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump expands controversial travel restrictions to include Syria, Palestine, and five other nations. Full details on the new policy and its global impact.