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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

Karnataka State transport secures its 300th award

KSRTC achieved a milestone by securing its 300th award, incl. 3 SKOCH Order-of-Merit & 1 SKOCH Governance Award in 2023.

The Hindu

Karnataka Bandh: City buses and metro services see drop in ridership

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Bandh called by pro-Kannada organizations and others made an impact on city bus services of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC).

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Karnataka bandh | Dakshina Kannada, Udupi remain unaffected

Karnataka bandh call had no effect on Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, as buses operated normally, educational institutions, shops and business establishments remained open. Private city buses in Mangaluru and Udupi operated without disruption.

The Hindu

Authorities expect more footfall for Sabarimala season, launch preparations

Preparation for Sabarimala pilgrim season underway; 50 lakh devotees expected. Police will be deployed in six phases. CCTV cameras will be installed on the three routes to the temple

The Hindu

Adkasthala accident: bus driver arrested

Driver of KSRTC bus arrested in connection with accident in Adkasthala, Kasaragod, which killed Mustafa, 43. John D'Souza also arrested for accident in Badiyadka which killed 5.

The Hindu

Four killed in road mishap on Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway

Four persons were killed in a road mishap near Bellur Cross on Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway when a speeding car crashed into a KSRTC bus.

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Bengaluru bandh | Vehicle movement disrupted at Tamil Nadu - Karnataka border near Hasanur in Erode

Farmers’ bandh disrupts TN-Karnataka border vehicular movement. TNSTC & KSRTC buses not operated. Private vehicles allowed to cross check-posts. Ambulances, milk & essential commodities allowed. Movement through Bargur hills stopped to prevent incidents..

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Karnataka: KSRTC and BMTC bags awards

KSRTC has bagged nine and BMTC has bagged four awards during the 17th Global Communication Conclave

The Hindu

Acquittal of accused in Thamarassery Forest office arson case: efficacy of investigation in question

Acquittal of all 34 accused in Thamarassery Forest office arson case casts doubts on probe efficacy; defence argued none of arrested part of crime; majority of witnesses turned hostile; 3 key witnesses declared hostile; police laxity & missing case diary questioned; vehicles vandalised, office files gutted, KSRTC bus damaged; police…

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KSRTC to roll out low-cost Janata AC services from September 18

KSRTC to roll out low-cost AC bus services b/w districts. First phase: Kollam-Kottarakkara-Thiruvananthapuram. Min. ticket fare Rs.20, slightly higher than fast services. Return journey starts at 5pm from Thampanoor. Hub & spoke model, mini-feeder services for 1st-mile connectivity. Response to decide extension to other districts.

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Electric Bus of the Year award for EV Power Plus of KSRTC

The KSRTC is operating electric buses on various routes, including Mysuru, Madikeri, Virajpet, Shivamogga, Davanagere, and Chikkamagaluru in Karnataka.

The Hindu

Buses with AITP can operate much like stage-carriage buses, say MVD officials, bus operators

MVD to enforce AITP rules; operators cite Central Motor Vehicle Rules allowing them to collect passengers en route; KSRTC unable to roll out new buses due to lack of funds; Baby Gireesh's bus with AITP withdrawn from service; MVD to ensure buses adhere to technical parameters; court orders being vetted.

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Kudumbashree yet to take over ‘Take-a-Break’ centres

The Kudumbashree has submitted a proposal with some tweaks to make the centres more profitable. It has suggested that the user fee be hiked to ₹5 or ₹10, on the lines of toilet facilities at the KSRTC bus-stations.

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Two women run over by reversing KSRTC bus in Karnataka's Tumakuru

Two women died after a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus driver hit them while reversing the vehicle at a bus stop in Tumakuru district on Friday, said police. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Court sends convicted KSRTC driver on year-long probation for rash driving

Court in Malappuram releases KSRTC bus driver on probation for 1 year for causing crash injuring 30 passengers. Judge found driver guilty of reckless driving & issued rare judgment, considering his financial liabilities & family situation.

The Hindu

Uttar Pradesh officials visit Karnataka to study initiatives implemented in KSRTC

The team took notes on the operational and maintenance practices of premium services like Airavat Club Class, Ambaari Dream Class, and Ambaari Utsav buses.

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KSRTC provided ₹9,427 crore over 7 years, says K.N. Balagopal

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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

5 die as KSRTC bus hits truck near Hiriyur in Chitradurga district

Alok Kumar, ADGP (Traffic & Road Safety), termed the accident as a ‘man-made disaster’. Driving licence of driver is being impounded, he tweeted.

The Hindu

Stakeholders miffed as plea for better connectivity to Somanathpur is ignored

Mysuru's iconic 13th century Keshava temple is India's official nomination for UNESCO World Heritage tag, yet connectivity to it remains poor. Local guides have repeatedly called for improved transport links and cross-promotion of the temple, to no avail. Poor road quality and lack of direct bus service from Mysuru, plus…

The Hindu

Maharani’s students seek more bus services

NSUI stages silent protest to demand more buses for Maharani's College students. Students have been facing problems due to lack of buses on their college route, forcing them to walk for 2-3 km and reach home late. NSUI submitted a memorandum to the authorities, demanding KSRTC take action and improve…

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Shakthi impact: Private bus owners surrender their vehicles to RTO

Private bus owners in Shivamogga surrendering vehicles due to Shakthi scheme, incurring loss of revenue to the tune of ₹90.03 lakh.

The Hindu

Kerala Transport dept., bus operators harden stance on national permit services

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