Are these the world’s worst airports for transport links? Plane Talk: Bristol, Dublin, Budapest and Prague are all on my ‘must try harder’ list The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2023
Clyde Metro takes another step forward with new announcement The Clyde Metro transport system takes a step forward today with the announcement of SPT taking on the Case for Investment for the project. The National (Scotland) · Nov 24, 2023
Are these the world’s worst airports for transport links? Plane Talk: Bristol, Dublin, Budapest and Prague are all on my ‘must try harder’ list The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023
More Metro Rail lines needed per Chennai’s Comprehensive Mobility Plan: CMRL Managing Director Chennai Metro Rail Limited's MD M.A. Siddique said 451 km of lines need to be added to the network, requiring ₹1 lakh crore investment. Union Minister L. Murugan highlighted Centre's infrastructure projects benefitting TN. CII-TN's Infrastructure Summit 2023 discussed data centres, EV infrastructure & single ticketing system. The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023
What the Israel Defence Forces can expect when they enter the 'Gaza Metro' tunnel system Amid fears of yet another long war in the region, Israel has now begun its ground campaign in Gaza. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has already claimed several successes in its three-week campaign, including the elimination of several terrorist leaders including Ibrahim Biari, who it described as a “ringleader” of… The Conversation · Nov 1, 2023
Armed police open fire on woman who ‘made threats on train’ in France A Metro and suburban train station in Paris have been evacuated following the woman’s threats The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
The issues in navigating Bengaluru Metro commuters were thrilled to experience a seamless journey between Challaghatta and Whitefield, the city’s IT hub. Following the introduction of the Purple Line, Namma Metro has experienced a notable increase of 80,000 passengers. The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023
For the record Alison McGarry | Greg Smith MP | Paris Métro | Roker beach, Sunderland The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2023
Bengaluru: Entire purple line of Namma Metro from Challghatta to Whitefield will be opened from Monday BENGALURU: Bengalureans have a reason to cheer. After intense public pressure, the entire purple line from Challaghatta to Kadugodi (Whitefield) will be opened for commercial operations from Monday (October 9). The two-missing links of the line, Challaghatta – Kengeri and K R Pura – Byappanahalli will be opened without any… The Times of India · Oct 8, 2023
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik approves DPR for Bhubaneswar Metro Project Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik approves Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project at ₹5929 crore. Govt. to bear entire cost. ₹210 crore provided in supplementary budget. Foundation to be laid on Jan 1, 2024. The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023
Injury of 16-year-old Iranian girl not wearing headscarf in Tehran sparks anger A mysterious injury suffered by a 16-year-old girl who boarded a Metro train in Iran’s capital without a headscarf has reignited anger just after the one-year anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini and the nationwide protests it sparked. France 24 · Oct 5, 2023
Mysterious injury of 16-year-old Iranian girl not wearing a headscarf in Tehran's Metro sparks anger A mysterious injury suffered by a 16-year-old girl not wearing a headscarf while boarding a Metro train in Iran’s capital has reignited anger just after the one-year anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini and the nationwide protests it sparked The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023
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). The Times of India · Sep 29, 2023
Exploring yet another option to solve Namma Metro’s last-mile connectivity issue Ubiquitous on Bengaluru’s streets, the autorickshaw should have been the most effective last-mile connectivity option. It is a no-brainer, at least on paper. Yet, the lack of an effective price regulatory system has made a mockery of the auto meter, further pushing the city’s unsustainable, explosive growth of private vehicles.… The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2023 Why is it so difficult to change trains in Paris to reach the south of France? Train Talk: Make a connection, or make the best of a connection, in the French capital?
The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023 Rajesh Thaithara from Kerala built the dummy train in the Shah Rukh Khan starrer ‘Jawan’ Rajesh Thaithara's biggest project yet, Jawan, is a 135-ft dummy train built in 26 days with 80 people. He researched the Mumbai Metro, built the 'iron cage' & 8 doors, and got to watch SRK from a distance. He built vehicles for 2.0, Madras Cafe & more.
The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023 DULT to setup e-bicycle system in Malleswaram for enhanced neighborhood connectivity DULT to set up e-bicycle system in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru to address first & last mile connectivity. GIZ, Bosch & GUMI-LL collaborating to promote cycling & reduce traffic congestion. Residents welcome initiative & suggest expanding to other parts of area & connecting to metro stations. P2P survey shows 1.42% prefer bicycles…
Dynamite News · Aug 31, 2023 Two detained in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti at Delhi metro stations The Delhi Police Special Cell on Thursday detained two persons from Punjab in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti and slogans painted at more than 5 metro stations in Delhi on August 27. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023 Property prices shoot up as Chennai Metro project makes a steady progress Chennai Metro Rail has been a boon to the real estate sector, with land and property prices increasing by 20-40% in the last decade. Locations close to Metro command a premium, but prices on interior roads remain stagnant. Completion of projects is key to real estate price appreciation.
Dynamite News · Aug 27, 2023 Ahead of G20 summit, Delhi Metro stations defaced with pro-Khalistan slogans Fuelling security concerns ahead of the G20 Summit, which is set to be hosted in the national capital next month under India's presidency, suspected activists of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), a front for the separatist Khalistan Group, defaced more than five Metro stations with pro-Khalistan slogans. Read further on dynamite…
The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023 Disinterest in a tree census of Bengaluru: Deliberate and by design? Axed, felled, and carted away for umpteen road projects, trees in their thousands have vanished from the once green face of Bengaluru city. But ask the authorities to put a precise number on the trees lost, and a deafening silence greets you. For, a tree census, mandated and reiterated by…
The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023 Transit Oriented Development has great potential, but only with a master plan TOD looks great on paper. It was drafted by the Directorate of Urban Land Transport (DULT) and the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) in May 2019 and approved first by the Bommai Government in November 2022. Besides ease of access, TOD also proposes a boost to vertical growth through…
The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023 Shanghai city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop in China’s gleaming metropolis From old school to ultra modern, soups to skyscrapers, Chris Beanland finds that visitors will never be lost for things to do and see in one of the world’s largest cities
Marie Claire · Aug 7, 2023 Beyoncé Pays $100K for Washington, D.C. Metro Trains to Run Later Than Normal Amid Two-Hour Performance Delay Now that’s what we call looking out for your fans.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2023 Metropolitain by Andrew Martin review – a train lover’s guide to Paris A British fan with a keen eye for detail paints a charming portrait of the beautifully designed Métro, which was conceived as the antithesis of London’s tube system