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Karnataka likely to launch State-owned ride-hailing app by February 2024

The Karnataka government plans to launch its own ride-hailing app, similar to Ola and Uber, this year. It is likely to be open for public use by February 2024, said Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy

The Hindu

Self-driving cars will be on UK roads in 2026, Transport Secretary says

Mark Harper says the technology has 'a huge number of potential uses'

Evening Standard

Driverless cars could be on some UK roads by the end of 2026 transport secretary says

“We already know the technology works”, minister Mark Harper said, claiming self-driving vehicles will be safer

The Independent UK

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Call for summit to ‘grasp opportunities’ of new Scotland to Europe ferry route

TRANSPORT minister Fiona Hyslop is being urged to set up a summit to discuss plans for a direct ferry link between Scotland and mainland Europe.

The National (Scotland)

Sadiq Khan asks Government to help send cars from Ulez scrappage scheme to Ukraine

The mayor of Kyiv previously said vehicles could be used in a 'variety of life-saving and transport roles'

Evening Standard

Commuter rail fares to rise by up to 4.9% from March 3 next year

Commuter rail fares in England will increase by up to 4.9 per cent from March 3 next year, the Department for Transport said on Friday.

Evening Standard

New transport minister reveals costs of major projects

The cost of 32 major road and rail projects across Queensland has almost doubled, with new Transport Minister Bart Mellish promising transparency on the issue.

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Sadiq Khan 'should use new laws to reduce impact of London Underground strike'

Transport Secretary Mark Harper calls on mayor to use 'minimum service levels' legislation - as TfL opens new talks with RMT to avert walkout

Evening Standard

Australia on the road to ban on high-polluting vehicles

New vehicles will have to create less pollution to be sold in Australia under new rules to come into effect in 2025.

AAP

Private sector will pay for HS2 Euston tunnel, Transport Secretary Mark Harper insists

The National Infrastructure Commission warns that developers will not pay for the tunnelling works

Evening Standard

New deadline for A9 dualling project is 2035, Scottish Government confirms

THE Scottish Government has confirmed that the new deadline for dualling the A9 is 2035.

The National (Scotland)

MSPs to be updated on Scottish Government’s delayed A9 dualling programme

TRANSPORT Secretary Mairi McAllan will today update Holyrood on the Scottish Government’s delayed plans to dual the A9 road...

The National (Scotland)

Risky period ahead as thousands flock to the South Coast

Sections of the Kings Highway are under repair during the summer.

The Canberra Times

Much of Kenya falls into darkness in the third nationwide power blackout in 3 months

A power blackout has hit Kenya, paralyzing large parts of the country, and the transport minister is calling for an investigation into “possible acts of sabotage and coverup” over the third nationwide outage in three months

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5,965 driving licences suspended in Karnataka in 3 years for fatal accidents

Answering a question raised by S. Suresh Kumar, MLA of Rajajinagar, during the ongoing legislature session, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy revealed statistics of fatal accident. Bengaluru Urban district recorded 621 accidents in 2020 – 21 and in 2021–22, and 752 accidents in 2022-23. Bengaluru Rural district recorded 534 accidents in…

The Hindu

Fixing the mobility mess in Bengaluru

Radha said, “The government should focus on improving the last-mile connectivity to make public transport more attractive.”Bengaluru commuters rely on metro for last-mile connectivity, but inadequate first- and last-mile access has led to increased use of private vehicles. The Shakti scheme and #Personal2Public campaign have been successful in encouraging public…

Evening Standard

Minister pledges road hump review after London MP says they cause misery for nearby residents

Transport minister Guy Opperman said it was clear some traffic-calming measures were "a problem"

Newcastle Herald

M1 extension can't come quick enough for ageing Tarro bridge

Tarro bridge will remain under pressure until M1 extension opens.

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Newcastle Herald

Government rejected advice to close Tarro Bridge because of structural concerns

A Newcastle Herald investigation can reveal behind-the-scenes documents.

The Hindu

Bihar govt. gives green push with approval of new electric vehicle policy

Bihar govt. unveils EV policy to promote eco-friendly transport, 400 electric buses to be acquired. Policy aims to reduce reliance on petrol/diesel vehicles, 15% of new vehicles to be EVs by 2028.

Newcastle Herald

Morisset road upgrade works to come in stages as site investigations begin

The NSW and federal governments committed $76 million last year.

International Business Times UK

Nine Days of Rail Disruption Unleashed as Aslef Industrial Action Takes Hold

The transport strike will halt train services at the affected operators in England, Scotland and Wales.

The Hindu

Karnataka State Road Safety Authority launches mass media campaign to deter speeding

Karnataka: MoRTH's 'Road Accident Report 2022' reveals 88% of injuries due to road crashes were caused by speeding. Transport Minister launches campaign to warn people of the dangers of speeding, based on the life of a crash victim. Minister stresses importance of evidence-based interventions to strengthen road safety. Secretary of…

The Hindu

Officials told to ensure basic necessities are available during Mailapur annual fair

DC Susheela urges officials to ensure basic necessities in Mailapur village for annual fair. Check-posts to be set up to prevent animal hurling. Health, transport, electricity, police personnel to be deployed. Expert swimmers to prevent untoward incidents during holy bath.

The Hindu

Notification on city entry of buses from Goshree isles needs clarity: stakeholders

Kochi residents doubt if all 120 private buses from Goshree Islands and North Paravur will be allowed to enter city. Stakeholders raised concerns over provisions that may hinder entry. KSRTC withdrew 32 and 17 buses previously. Notification needs clarity on permit variation for private buses. Traffic congestion may worsen if…

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