Strict action against contract carriages operating as stage carriage: Transport Minister Strict action against contract carriages operating as stage carriage: Transport Minister The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023
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… The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023
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 Hindu · Sep 12, 2023
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 Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
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 · Sep 11, 2023
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 &… The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023
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. The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023
Here are the big stories from Karnataka today Karnataka Today newsletter: Private transporters’ strike inconvenience commuters in Bengaluru, and more The Hindu · Sep 11, 2023
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 · Sep 11, 2023
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 Hindu · Sep 10, 2023
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 Times of India · Sep 10, 2023
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 · Sep 9, 2023
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. The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
Pull Out Yr Passport ‘Cos The Transport Minister Says That Airfares Are Set To ‘Drop Soon’ Tell that to the kidney I sold for Euro summer flights this year. Pedestrian.tv · Sep 8, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023 Rural areas prioritised in funding scheme for hundreds of electric buses The first £25 million of a zero-emission buses scheme worth up to £129 million will be focused on rural communities.
The Conversation · Sep 7, 2023 Grattan on Friday: Transport Minister Catherine King struggles to find a landing strip amid Qatar turbulence A few days ago, the furore over the government’s rejection of Qatar Airways’ bid for more flights into major cities was all about cheaper tickets and additional seats.
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023 Australian minister says invasive examinations were part of reason Qatar Airways was refused flights Australian Transport Minister Catherine King says invasive gynecological examinations conducted on passengers at Doha’s international airport in 2020 were part of the reason she refused to allow Qatar Airways to double its services to Australia
The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023 BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare in Bengaluru buses BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare for buses in Bengaluru; Transport Minister Reddy says no financial drain due to Shakti scheme. BMTC implements ordinary service passenger bus fares for night-services, bringing uniformity in fare system. Govt. reimburses ticket costs, improving financial status of road transport corporations.
The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023 Bandh call not a solution, Transport Minister says and calls private transport association for talks Transport Minister Reddy urges transport unions to talk instead of Bengaluru Bandh on Sept 11. Govt ready to meet 28 demands, including compensation of ₹10,000/month for autorickshaw drivers. Govt initiatives to help drivers, incl. aggregator app, Indira Canteen at airport, ₹17 crore for children's education. Govt to take steps to…
The Guardian - AU · Sep 6, 2023 Afternoon Update: Labor under fire over Qatar Airways decision; sharks attack yacht off Cairns; and AFL clubs rake in $40m from pokies Transport minister defends decision not to grant Qatar Airways additional capacity, claiming the request was ‘unprecedented’
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023 Kerala Transport dept., bus operators harden stance on national permit services Kerala Transport dept., bus operators harden stance on national permit services
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023 Top Kerala News developments today Key news developments in Kerala on September 5, Tuesday
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023 BMTC set to abolish 1.5x night fare in buses in Bengaluru Transport Minister Reddy announced plans to eliminate the 1.5 times higher night fare in buses & launch 'Namma BMTC' app on Sept 25. He also revealed plans to implement a cashless ticketing system for BMTC & KSRTC. These plans were announced after his inspection of Kalasipalya bus terminus.
The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023 Private buses, autos, taxis threaten to go off the road in Bengaluru on September 11, again The tussle between the Federation of the Karnataka State Private Transport Association and the State government hasn’t been resolved
The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023 Double Decker buses to be back on Bengaluru’s roads -BMTC has begun the process of calling tenders for the procurement of 10 double-decker buses. -These buses will be exclusively deployed on the Outer Ring Roads (ORR) to ensure a smoother and safer commute for passengers. -The Department of Urban Land Transport (DULT) and the National Clean Air Programme will…