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Bihar govt. gives green push with approval of new electric vehicle policy

Bihar govt. unveils EV policy to promote eco-friendly transport, 400 electric buses to be acquired. Policy aims to reduce reliance on petrol/diesel vehicles, 15% of new vehicles to be EVs by 2028.

The Hindu

Morisset road upgrade works to come in stages as site investigations begin

The NSW and federal governments committed $76 million last year.

Newcastle Herald

Nine Days of Rail Disruption Unleashed as Aslef Industrial Action Takes Hold

The transport strike will halt train services at the affected operators in England, Scotland and Wales.

International Business Times UK

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Karnataka State Road Safety Authority launches mass media campaign to deter speeding

Karnataka: MoRTH's 'Road Accident Report 2022' reveals 88% of injuries due to road crashes were caused by speeding. Transport Minister launches campaign to warn people of the dangers of speeding, based on the life of a crash victim. Minister stresses importance of evidence-based interventions to strengthen road safety. Secretary of…

The Hindu

Officials told to ensure basic necessities are available during Mailapur annual fair

DC Susheela urges officials to ensure basic necessities in Mailapur village for annual fair. Check-posts to be set up to prevent animal hurling. Health, transport, electricity, police personnel to be deployed. Expert swimmers to prevent untoward incidents during holy bath.

The Hindu

Notification on city entry of buses from Goshree isles needs clarity: stakeholders

Kochi residents doubt if all 120 private buses from Goshree Islands and North Paravur will be allowed to enter city. Stakeholders raised concerns over provisions that may hinder entry. KSRTC withdrew 32 and 17 buses previously. Notification needs clarity on permit variation for private buses. Traffic congestion may worsen if…

The Hindu

Transport Minister urged to intervene in Myall River catastrophe

Port Stephens MP Kate Washington to meet Transport Minister Jo Haylen.

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Smart card for Shakti scheme ready, under feasibility assessment for city routes

The Transport Department, in collaboration with the Centre for e-Governance (CeG), has successfully developed samples of smart cards for the Shakti scheme, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy told The Hindu. “However, the implementation of these smart cards may be delayed as we are currently assessing their feasibility for use on city…

The Hindu

Transport department issues final notification for city entry of private buses from Goshree islands

Transport Dept. has issued a final notification allowing private buses from Goshree Islands to enter the city, after two decades. This fulfills a promise made by K.N. Unnikrishnan, MLA, in his poll manifesto. The notification follows legal procedures and will benefit 25 lakh people in Vypeen and beyond, who rely…

The Hindu

France targets public transport in campaign to stamp out violence against women

Rallies, marches and other ceremonies will be held across France on Saturday, to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

Radio France Internationale

Paris 'not ready' for Olympics amid transport and housing worries

The transport system in Paris will not be ready in time for the 2024 Olympic Games, the city's mayor has said – sparking anger Thursday from political opponents. Anne Hidalgo also raised concerns over the capital's homelessness problem.

Radio France Internationale

Special buses to be operated from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai for Karthigai Deepam festival

TN Transport Dept to operate 2,700 buses for Karthigai Deepam festival in Tiruvannamalai on Nov 26. Nine temporary bus stands set up to decongest crowd; 40 mini buses to provide last mile connectivity free of cost.

The Hindu

Kerala holds talks with firms to lower premium for motor vehicle insurance

Kerala Transport Dept. requests insurance cos. to lower premiums for motor vehicle users due to drop in accidents post AI-enabled traffic surveillance system. Insurance cos. agree to consider request, as well as reducing premiums for vehicles not involved in violations, cost-sharing of safe parking for impounded vehicles, and non-renewal of…

The Hindu

Fast charging super bike developed by Kerala Start-up launched at Huddle summit

Kerala startup launches fast-charging electric bike. Landi E-Horse and Landi Eagle Jet Super Scooter use 5-15 min charging system and long-lasting Lithium Titanate battery. Transport Secretary Biju Prabhakar inaugurated commercial launch. Bikes and scooters priced over ₹2 lakh, scooter with Lithium-Ion battery at ₹1 lakh. BIS and Central Department of…

The Hindu

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The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak pledges to tackle ‘scourge of potholes’ with £8.3bn fund

British PM says ‘unprecedented £8.3bn’ will pave the road for better and safer journeys for millions

The Independent UK

PM pledges to tackle ‘scourge of potholes’ with £8.3bn fund

The Government has announced additional funding for local roads maintenance in England.

The Hindu

Strict action against contract carriage buses operating as stage carriages

The Transport department has decided to take strict action against contract carriage buses operating as stage carriages by misinterpreting the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules.

The Hindu

BBMP polls unlikely until after Lok Sabha elections

BBMP polls delayed: Delimitation exercise completed, govt pondering OBC reservation matrix. Congress leaders argue polls should be held after LS polls. Bhaktavatsala committee submitted report, govt accepted 3/5 recommendations. Transport Minister Reddy committed to hold BBMP polls soon. Draft of reservation matrix ready, legal team consulted.

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The Hindu

Private bus operators decide to withdraw indefinite strike from Nov. 21

Bus operators in State agree to withdraw strike after Transport Dept. agrees to look into their three demands: increased students' concession, increased min. fare for students, and restoring bus services beyond 140 km. Cabinet to take final call on demands; no extension for installing seatbelts and CCTVs.

The Hindu

Godavari region in Andhra Pradesh will get 91 tmc ft of irrigation water for rabi season, says Minister

Around 91 tmc ft of water will be supplied to the Godavari region for the rabi season, Transport and Eluru district in-charge Minister Pinipe Viswaroop said after reviewing the preparedness for the cropping season with the Eluru District Irrigation Advisory Board (IAB) and District Agriculture Advisory Board (AAB), here, on…

The Hindu

Residents’ body to resume agitation demanding city entry of Goshree buses

FRAG to resume agitation over non-committal Transport dept. on city entry of private buses from Goshree Isl. Meetings, poster campaigns, display boards to apprise islanders of govt. assurances. No results from meetings with Transport Minister, people forced to buy vehicles. Each family would have saved ₹1.50 lakh if buses were…

The Hindu

BMTC forgery scam: Minister plans to hand over investigation to CCB

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) management is planning to seek a Central Crime Branch (CCB) probe into the case, where former MTC officials allegedly forged the signatures of senior officers to tamper with documents and award contracts and tenders to undeserving applicants.

Evening Standard

Channel crossing which left 27 dead to be investigated

Transport Secretary announced a "thorough and independent" investigation into the November 2021 channel crossing tragedy.

The Independent UK

Braverman ‘crosses the line’ by accusing Met of bias over pro-Palestine protest

Home Secretary Suella Braverman is under fire for claiming police were ‘playing favourites’ with demonstrators.

The Independent UK

Britain will lead the world in self-driving cars, says Harper

Transport Secretary Mark Harper was speaking after a Bill to create a set of laws for using autonomous vehicles was included in the King’s Speech.

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