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MoRTH plans more powerful low-speed EVs without registration; industry splits over exemption

India’s Ministry of Road Transport and Highways released draft rules that would increase the permissible motor power for low‑speed electric vehicles to 600 W and lift the 60‑kg weight ceiling while keeping the registration exemption. The proposal has divided manufacturers, with full‑service OEM BGauss welcoming a bigger market and Yulu warning that heavier models could abuse the exemption and evade the Vahan registration system.

Bengal: 10 special trains for festival rush, EMU changes for idol immersion

Indian Railways' Eastern Railway announced ten special trains to manage the surge of passengers during Durga Puja in West Bengal, while EMU services will be adjusted to facilitate the transport of idols for immersion. The measures aim to ease travel congestion and support safe idol immersion rituals.

With China on board, BRICS calls for boosting transport potential while respecting ‘ territorial integrity’

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Odisha STF detains three in Bengal’s Digha over recovery of 5 orangutans

Odisha's Crime Branch Special Task Force detained three individuals in Digha, West Bengal, as part of the probe into the illegal transport of five rescued orangutans to Balasore district. The detainees are being questioned while authorities trace the smuggling route and assess the welfare of the critically endangered primates.

Mini AC buses for all Namma Metro stations in Bengaluru for last-mile connectivity

Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh announced that 200 mini air‑conditioned buses will be deployed within a 5‑km radius of every Namma Metro station in Bengaluru. The move is part of the PM E‑DRIVE scheme and includes new app integration to aid commuters using ride‑hailing services.

Ashamed at delays, won’t attend inauguration: Nitin Gadkari on Mumbai-Goa highway

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said he feels ashamed of the prolonged delays in the Mumbai‑Goa highway and announced he will skip its inauguration, vowing to blacklist contractors and suspend officials. He highlighted that the project is 93‑94% complete and promised a visit in October to assess the remaining work.

Chased 3 floors, beaten by 8 men: Manipur musician’s wife recounts horror

Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Singh was beaten to death after confronting a group of eight men outside his South Delhi home, and his wife Joshna Chongtham recounted the incident at a community gathering. The family has requested privacy while seeking justice and plans to transport his body to Manipur for final rites.

Vehicle transport through trains won’t hurt truck freight significantly: SIAM President

Railways can do it more efficiently, but it cannot provide you a comprehensive solution, Shenu Agarwal tells businessline

Spotlight on illegal coal trade in Meghalaya after truck accident

A High Court-constituted panel has sought a detailed inquiry into whether the coal transported in the truck was legally auctioned or illegally mined

Assured transit-time container train service launched between Bengaluru and Delhi

The train will originate from ICD Whitefield every Saturday, providing industries with a scheduled and predictable logistics option for transporting goods to North India, according to South Western Railway (SWR).

Develop North Karnataka cities as alternative growth centres to Bengaluru: KCCI

The KCCI urges the government to accord priority to Hubballi-Dharwad, Belagavi, Haveri, and Gadag and to develop them as integrated industrial, commercial, educational, healthcare, IT, transport and logistics centres

Keralam CM hails KSRTC driver’s dedication after emotional farewell, vows to enhance stature of public transport

Sharing a video posted by The Hindu on X, Chief Minister highlights driver Paul Kurian’s devotion to duty

Priyadarshini impact: expert panel recommends ‘industry status’ to private bus sector in Keralam

By recognising the sector as an industry under the MSME category, private bus operators will be able to access bank loans, technical and financial assistance for modernisation of fleet, and other financial benefits, says the committee, headed by former Transport Commissioner and retired IPS officer K. Padmakumar

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah backs campus Shudra Seva Sanghas to nurture new OBC leadership

Initially, the Sanghas plan to take up issues directly affecting students, including hygiene and basic facilities in hostels, toilets, transport, sports infrastructure, issuance of caste and income certificates, admissions and son on

Tamil Nadu Health Minister clarifies on gold ring scheme tender

The Minister said there are two components in the scheme - one being the gold price and the other being charges including making charges, for packing, transportation, insurance, and BIS hallmarking. The tender was floated not for the gold rate but the other component (additional charges)

Noida International Airport takes off, but the journey to Jewar remains a work in progress

Two-and-a-half months after flights began, the new airport offers a smooth terminal experience, but patchy public transport, high travel costs and a still-developing ecosystem are shaping how passengers and staff use it

Community rides, jazz: How two IIT researchers are encouraging public transport use

10859370 Atishay and Adwitiyaa organise 'Getting to know your public transit' walks

Truck Drivers Halt Traffic, Allege Harassment Amid Assam-Mizoram Dispute

The transporters said drivers carrying goods into Mizoram have faced repeated difficulties.

Driver held for unauthorised transport of 15 tonnes of blue metal in Tirupattur

Driver held for unauthorised transport of 15 tonnes of blue metal in Tirupattur

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