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Mark Harper launches crackdown on ‘sinister’ 15-minute cities

The Cabinet minister announced the Government will review its powers to prevent ‘overzealous use of traffic management measures’.

The Independent UK

Councils’ use of DVLA records flagged in ‘misuse of 15-minute cities’ crackdown

Transport Secretary Mark Harper made his comments from the main stage of the Tory party conference in Manchester.

The Independent UK

Chris Boardman: Rishi Sunak must ‘stick’ with pro-cycling plans

The Prime Minister is vowing to tackle a ‘war on motorists’ by curbing 20mph zones and low traffic neighbourhoods.

The Independent UK

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‘I’m not commenting on speculation’: Mark Harper refuses 10 times to answer questions on HS2

In an excruciating BBC interview, the transport secretary sticks resolutely to the party line on rail link … and fails to answer the question

The Guardian - UK

Deadline for dashcam installation on buses extended

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and private bus owners have been granted an extension till Oct 31 to install dash cameras. The request was made due to lack of quality cameras. Previous deadline was Sept 30.

The Hindu

Transport Secretary refuses to commit to HS2 Manchester leg as pressure builds on PM to ‘finish the job’

The route to Leeds was scrapped in 2021 due to surging costs

Evening Standard

Kerala Transport Commissioner says fines for traffic rule violations aimed at safe commuting

Transport Commissioner S. Srijith clarified that the fines imposed on traffic rule violators are not for revenue generation, but to ensure road safety. At an awareness programme on road safety, actor Shane Nigam highlighted the importance of wearing helmets. He urged people to prioritize safety over their cell phones.

The Hindu

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Paris launches emergency plan to fight spread of bed bugs

France’s Transport Ministry and Paris's town hall on Friday launched a battle plan to fight bed bugs that have recently appeared in public transport and cinemas. The measures come as France hosts the Rugby World Cup, which has drawn tens of thousands of visitors.

Radio France Internationale

Key dates of the HS2 rail project

Plans for HS2 emerged in 2009.

The Independent UK

Car drivers face £4 toll to use Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels, TfL draft road signs suggest

Draft TfL sign indicates the toll for car crossings from 2025, although TfL insists no final decision has been made on the new levies

Evening Standard

Telangana, a hub of medical education: Harish Rao

Telangana Health Minister T. Harish Rao inaugurated Govt. Medical College in Khammam, part of State's endeavour to set up one college in each of 33 districts. Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar accompanied him. Later, Health Minister attended Silver Jubilee celebrations of Mamata Medical College and 85th birthday of former Khammam…

The Hindu

Shakti smart card: Karnataka government proposes fee of ₹14.16, but Transport Minister wants to waive the charge

After the Karnataka government decided to levy a fee of ₹14.16 for the issuance of Shakti smart cards, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy said that they are currently in talks to eliminate registration fees, with the government covering the associated charges of issuing the smart cards.

The Hindu

Strict action against contract carriages operating as stage carriage: Transport Minister

The Hindu

CM should keep his word given to us, say transport workers

At Kothari Bhavan in Kalaburagi, a state-level conference of transport workers passed resolutions to treat them on par with govt. employees, pay pending wages and reinstate those removed during strike. Jewargi MLA Ajay Singh assured workers govt. will discuss issues with Transport Minister and find solutions. He recalled how CM…

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Govt., Opposition lock horns over AI cameras

UDF accused govt of awarding AI traffic cameras contract to Keltron in annuity mode. Transport Minister Antony Raju said the agreement was a “total package” & Keltron quoted lowest rate. Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan said Opp. not faulting project but corruption. Industries Minister P. Rajeeve said Keltron made State…

The Independent UK

Network Rail reviewing crumbling concrete on Britain’s railways

Transport secretary Huw Merriman has said Network Rail is searching for the crumbly concrete on its estate ‘as a priority’

The Hindu

Private transporters’ strike: Services resumed only partially in the evening

Bengaluru private transporters strike called off after Transport Minister's assurance; auto-rickshaws, cabs & night shuttle services resumed partially in evening. Apps reduced surge pricing & availability of rides improved by night. Private bus services from Kalasipalya unaffected, no refunds for Monday night bookings.

The Hindu

Transport strike: Ramalinga Reddy pacifies protesters with assurances; drivers await written guarantees

Bengaluru: Private transport unions called off 24-hr bandh after Transport Minister Reddy visited protest site & assured most demands will be fulfilled. 15K protestors gathered in city, Reddy promised welfare board, loan support, Indira Canteen at airport & solution to illegal bike taxis. Federation to wait for written guarantees &…

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Bengaluru strike: Airport commuters face hardship as private cabs remain off road

Commuters travelling to and from the airport had to undergo hardship as private cabs remained off road due to the strike called by the Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Association on Monday.

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Private transporters’ strike inconvenience commuters in Bengaluru, and more

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Practically not possible to meet private transporters’ demands, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

The Congress government in Karnataka had launched the Shakti scheme, which provides free travel for women in State-run KSRTC buses, for the benefit of women travellers. “But private transporters are demanding that the government compensate their losses since women are no longer availing their services,” the CM said.

The Hindu

Bengaluru bandh: Cabs, private buses to be off road today; BMTC to run 500 extra schedules

Bengaluru commuters to face disruption on Monday due to transport strike. Private buses, cabs, auto-rickshaws to stay off roads. BMTC to run 500 extra trips to ensure public convenience. Private schools declare holiday/online classes. Protest march to Freedom Park by 10 lakh vehicles. Transport Minister blames political motive behind strike.

The Times of India

Private transporters' bandh in Bengaluru today, likely to affect commuters

BENGALURU: Lakhs of private vehicles including autos, taxis, maxi cabs, goods vehicles and corporate buses could stay off the roads on Monday, making commuting difficult for school students and office-goers, among others.

The Hindu

Kerala Open Mobility Network to integrate public transport modes

Kochi's Open Mobility Network expands to whole of Kerala as ONDC and Transport Dept. sign MoU. Project to integrate multiple modes of public transport onto ONDC network, offering affordable access. Yatri cab and auto booking app in Kochi a case study of how open network can enhance customer and driver…

The Hindu

Drone-based AI cameras planned to keep tabs on traffic rule violators

Govt. taking steps to reduce road accidents: procuring drone-based AI cameras, increasing insurance premiums for violators, launching road safety awareness drive in colleges, launching PACE project, and setting up IDTR extension centre.

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