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In mid-January this year, current Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar announced that electric buses would be replaced with fossil fuel-powered ones. The reason he cited was that people used them more than diesel buses on routes both were running, causing a financial loss to the utility since the fares on…

The Hindu

Billion-dollar bus fix flagged for 'neglected' services

More than 40 per cent of public transport trips in NSW are on buses, but extra funds are needed to repair a decade of neglect, a government task force says.

AAP

London’s black taxi fleet to turn greener as ministers announce subsidy boost

Department for Transport to retain ‘plug-in taxi grant’ which reduces purchase price of a ‘zero emission capable’ black cab

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Biju Prabhakar steps down

After a stint of around three[and-a-half years, Biju Prabhakar on Tuesday stepped down from the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and Transport Secretary, which he held for two-and-a-half years.

The Hindu

Third time lucky the hope for fix to licence system

A major database holding images and home addresses of one in four Australians is decades old but replacing it has been plagued by issues, a report has found.

AAP

Vasuki appointed Transport Secretary

Kerala government reshuffles IAS officers, including new post for Transport Secretary Biju Prabhakar.

The Hindu

Govt. is taking steps to decongest buses, says Ramalinga Reddy

State government addressing bus congestion in Belagavi with new buses, drivers, and safety features, focusing on women's needs.

The Hindu

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BJP MLAs abstained from Medigadda barrage inspection at KCR’s behest, says Ponnam Prabhakar

Transport Minister alleges BJP MLAs skipped Medigadda barrage visit due to BJP-BRS alliance, demands explanation for corruption allegations.

The Hindu

Bank officials taking students’ aid from their bank accounts: Congress legislator

Congress legislator demands government assistance for students and fair compensation for land acquisition; Transport Minister announces new bus purchases.

The Hindu

MVD to clear RC and driving licence card backlog

Transport Minister announces printing of registration certificates and driving licenses to clear backlog caused by unpaid dues.

The Hindu

BMTC mulling reintroduction of ‘Pink Buses’ in Bengaluru amidst Shakti scheme’s success

As Karnataka’s Shakti Scheme is seeing huge success and has led to an increased women ridership on buses, Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is now considering the reintroduction of ‘Pink buses’ buses in Bengaluru.

The Hindu

With HSRP deadline looming, only 5% compliance amidst talks of another extension

The deadline of February 17 for the installation of High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) on all vehicles is approaching, but merely 5% of the nearly two crore vehicles have got them, according to Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy.

The Hindu

TSRTC trying hard to augment fleet to meet Medaram Jatara rush

The Hindu

Weekend bus drivers will be paid extra in effort to boost services

Canberrans will have a new weekend timetable from April.

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Evening Standard

Superloop bus network must expand to cover more of outer London, mayor told

Outer London is 'crying out for improved transport links', Sadiq Khan has been told

The Hindu

Would have slashed e-bus ticket fare to ₹5 had I continued as Minister: Antony Raju

Former Transport Minister Antony Raju maintains that electric buses are a huge success in the State, despite his successor K.B. Ganesh Kumar terming them a liability to the public transport corporation

Evening Standard

OPINION - Sadiq Khan freezes Tube and bus fares (and reminds everyone he's quite good at politics)

As pre-election pledges go, it doesn't exactly get top marks for subtlety. But in a city buffeted by a cost of living crisis and where so many are reliant on the transport network to get around, it is hard to fault.

The Hindu

Pushback from within LDF against Transport Minister’s stand against electric buses

Transport Minister's preference for fossil fuel-powered buses over electric buses faces opposition from LDF members advocating for electric buses.

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Rozelle parklands: NSW government was told about possible asbestos seven days before acting

Exclusive: Member of public emailed Transport for NSW on 2 January about potentially hazardous mulch but investigation was delayed for a week

The Hindu

Call to operate bus services on over 25 underutilised routes in Ernakulam

Feeder bus services sought to ferry commuters from the suburbs of Kochi to metro stations and prominent commercial hubs in the city.

The Canberra Times

Using your phone or bank card to pay for ACT public transport is getting closer

The card readers are in storage, waiting on the system design to be 'finalised'.

The Hindu

Nitish Kumar procures two EVs to boost electric mobility in Bihar

In a significant move towards promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced the procurement of two electric cars during the Bihar Electric Vehicle (EV) Conclave and Expo held in Patna on January 11.

AAP

Efficient cars can cut hundreds from popular road trips

Picking a fuel-efficient car for your next domestic holiday could save you hundreds of dollars, and electric vehicles will save the most, research shows.

The Hindu

T.N. bus strike | Eight STCs report normal bus operations in all districts

TN bus strike: The Tamil Nadu transport department has been taking steps to ensure normal operations of the buses of the eight STCs, in light of the call for strike given out by unions

The Hindu

T.N. bus strike | Transport services not hit in Chennai, buses continue to operate in most districts

T.N. bus strike: The transport strike called by various transport employees unions demanding the 15th wage revision has not affected the operation of buses including the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

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