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Nitin Gadkari’s bike taxi push gets boost as Maharashtra notifies transition timeline from petrol bikes to EVs

The state of Maharashtra has unveiled a carefully planned approach allowing bike-taxi operators to shift to electric vehicles over a span of nine months. This effort is designed to facilitate the transition for drivers while building a controlled bike-taxi system. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari noted the considerable employment potential that…

The Economic Times · 21h ago

Nana Patekar passes away: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Anupam Kher, Rajinikanth pay tributes

Nana Patekar, the veteran actor, died at his residence in Goa from a cardiac arrest. His death prompted tributes from various politicians, celebrities, and sports figures, reflecting on his contributions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders expressed deep sorrow and acknowledged his impact on Indian cinema and society.

The Economic Times · 22h ago

Nitin Gadkari announces approval of Rs 993 crore for NH-10 development in Sikkim

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the approval of Rs 993.64 crore for the NH-10 development project. This project aims to upgrade the Rangpo to Ranipool section into a two-lane highway. It will include construction of tunnels, viaducts, and safety measures for vulnerable zones. The upgrade is expected to enhance connectivity…

The Economic Times · 23h ago

Nitin Gadkari says Rs 1,176 crore six-lane bridge will be built on NH-10 over Teesta river connecting North East, Sikkim and Siliguri corridor

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has approved Rs 1,176 crore for a six lane bridge over the Teesta river at Sevoke in Darjeeling, a project meant to tighten road links between Sikkim, the North East and the strategically sensitive Siliguri corridor.

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Nitin Gadkari announces new expressway for north-east, proposed Gorakhpur to Meghalaya highway connecting UP, Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya to reduce travel time by half

Gorakhpur-Siliguri-Guwahati-Shillong expressway: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced a Rs 61,500 crore, 630-km highway corridor connecting Siliguri, Guwahati and Shillong. A separate Gorakhpur-Siliguri expressway project is also planned to improve connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and the North East.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Nitin Gadkari says 100% ethanol car can cut fuel bills to just Rs 25 per litre

Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said a car that runs entirely on ethanol, with no petrol needed at all, will launch in October. He said the running cost would work out equal to a petrol car using fuel priced at around Rs 25 a litre. Gadkari made the remarks while…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Nitin Gadkari says, 'I travel in a hydrogen vehicle': Minister reveals hydrogen buses to be introduced on 10 routes

Nitin Gadkari said he travels in a hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai as he highlighted the government's push for clean fuels, electric mobility and greener public transport. Gadkari said hydrogen buses would be introduced on 10 routes, while the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme envisages 10,000 buses with an outlay of Rs 57,000…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Ethanol can help raise farmers' income and reduce fuel imports: Nitin Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said greater ethanol use could boost farmers’ incomes and reduce India’s dependence on petroleum imports. Launching Madhya Pradesh’s new public bus service, he also backed flex-fuel, electric and hydrogen vehicles, waste-to-fuel projects and expanded public transport, while outlining plans to increase bus manufacturing and…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Nitin Gadkari says plain sugar's future is not bright: After E20, transport minister wants sugar mills to produce a gas that can be used in CNG vehicles and fuel that can power aircrafts

Nitin gadkari news: Nitin Gadkari emphasizes the need for sugar mills to produce compressed bio-gas, ethanol, and other sustainable products. He suggests that diversifying into value-added by-products will strengthen the industry's future profitability. The government’s initiatives aim to reduce fossil fuel imports significantly and bolster the rural economy. Gadkari states…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

First-ever full toll suspension: Expressway develops defects weeks after opening; NHAI bans concessionaire for 3 years, seeks Rs 42 lakh daily compensation

NHAI PNC Infratech Ban: Following the inauguration of the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway, significant defects were reported, prompting the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to bar PNC Infratech from bidding for its projects for three years. Several sections of the expressway suffered premature failures, leading to the suspension of toll collection,…

The Economic Times · Sep 17