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Lok Sabha elections 2019| ‘Focus on employment correct, criticism on job creation not’: Hardeep Singh Puri

For Smart Cities, it takes about 15-18 months to set up a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and it takes another 18 months to get the project consultant, said Union minister of housing and urban affairs Hardeep Singh Puri.

For Smart Cities, it takes about 15-18 months to set up a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and it takes another 18 months to get the project consultant.(PTI File Photo)

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Published on Mar 21, 2019 05:31 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

‘Opposition fears us, that’s why it is joining hands’: Nitin Gadkari

In an interview, Nitin Gadkari spoke about the work done by his ministry, his personal ambitions, Opposition unity ahead of the 2019 elections, and the track record of the Narendra Modi government.

Union minister Nitin Gadkari said what has not happened over the past 50 years has happened in the past five years.(Sushil Kumar/HT File Photo)

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Updated on Mar 20, 2019 09:01 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Remove PM Modi hoardings from fuel pumps, airports: Congress to EC

The Congress has approached the EC with a complaint against the BJP, saying the ruling party has violated the model code of conduct in force after the poll body announced the schedule of the Lok Sabha election 2019.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi(Virendra Singh Gosain/HT PHOTO)

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Updated on Apr 23, 2020 01:26 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Government clears policy to sell vehicle registration data

On March 8, the government approved a Bulk Data Sharing policy, enabling it to monetise a database of vehicle registration certificates, citing benefits to the “transport and automobile industry”, even as the issue of privacy and data protection looms large over such sharing.

The ministry of road transport and highways collects and holds data as part of issuance of vehicle registration certificates (RC) and driver licenses (DL).(Picture for representation)

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Updated on Mar 13, 2019 10:36 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Driving licences, registration certificates to be uniform nationwide

The Union government on Thursday notified rules for common smart card formats for driving licences and vehicle registration certificates to standardise documents across all states and prepare a centralised digital repository that can also help in checking forgery and duplication.

While some states, including Delhi, already issue smart cards for the two documents, many transport authorities across India provide them on paper booklets, cited by officials as a hindrance to streamlining databases and enforcement of the law.(HT Picture for representation)

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Published on Mar 08, 2019 12:00 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Old vehicles can now get electric, hybrid makeover

Such modification can potentially help turn old petrol- or diesel-run vehicles into more eco-friendly versions, although experts warn that the retrofits may be expensive.

Modification can potentially help turn old petrol- or diesel-run vehicles into more eco-friendly versions, although experts warn that the retrofits may be expensive.(HT File Photo)

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Updated on Mar 07, 2019 07:53 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Nod soon for Metro Phase 4, Delhi-Mumbai high-speed link

The Union cabinet is likely to give approval for converting the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes into a corridor where trains can run at a speed of 160kmph.

Image for representation.(Photo: Sakib Ali / Hindustan Times)

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Updated on Mar 06, 2019 12:51 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByFaizan Haidar and Anisha Dutta

India to go ahead with Pakistan on Kartarpur corridor plans

A statement issued by the Pakistani foreign ministry stated that the Pakistani delegation’s visit to New Delhi would be followed by a “return visit” two weeks later on March 28 to discuss the draft agreement on the Kartarpur corridor.

Sikh pilgrims outside Kartarpur Gurdwara Sahib after the groundbreaking ceremony for the Kartarpur Corridor at Kartarpur on November 28, 2018.(AFP)

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Published on Mar 05, 2019 11:26 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Pan-India mobility card that can be used for transport across country launched

Card will function on ‘One Nation One Card’ model and can be used to make payments across public transport.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the various development projects, in Jamnagar on Monday.(ANI)

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Updated on Mar 04, 2019 11:16 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Mapping Metro lines criss-crossing India

Since the first metro line, which connected Esplanade and Bhowanipore in Kolkata (then Calcutta) in 1984, to the latest Aqua Line inaugurated in January to connect Noida to Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, the metro has come a long way as a viable public transportation system.

Last Thursday, the Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved two new metro projects, in Kanpur and Agra. This will bring up the total number of approved projects to eight.(File Photo)

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Updated on Mar 04, 2019 11:40 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Kanpur, Agra metro projects may get nod before model code kicks in

The Uttar Pradesh budget for the financial year 2019-20 has set aside an amount of ₹1.75 billion for each of the two projects that were first announced by UP state chief minister Yogi Adityanath in December 2017.

The Centre may give cabinet nod for key metro rail projects in Agra and Kanpur before Election Commission of India’s model code of conduct for the assembly polls kicks in. (Representative Image)(Sanjeev Verma/HT PHOTO)

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Updated on Feb 24, 2019 10:42 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

India to stop sharing water, says Nitin Gadkari

The move comes a week after a car suicide bomber killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers in Pulwama.

Under the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan, the six rivers in the Indus river system — Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum, Indus and Chenab — were divided between the two countries.(HT Photo)

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Updated on Feb 21, 2019 11:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Delhi programme hosted by Saudi body features wrong India map

The map featuring an incorrect depiction of Jammu & Kashmir was the backdrop for a panel discussion on future partnerships in energy with Saudi energy and mineral resources minister Khalid Al-Falih, Saudi commerce minister Majid Al Qasabi and NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar.

When the gaffe was pointed out, officials sought to lay the blame on private parties responsible for arrangements for the forum.(AFP/Picture for representation)

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Updated on Feb 21, 2019 06:54 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

CAG critical of deficiency in cess utilisation

Till 31, March 2018, the total “short transfer” or amount not transferred was Rs 1,24,099 crore

According to the government auditor, the central government collected Rs 2,14,050 crore in cess in 2017-18.(CAG website)

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Updated on Feb 18, 2019 11:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Government okays norms to set up charging infra for electric vehicles

The government aims to move 25% of the transportation to electric vehicles by 2030 in order to reduce air pollution with this step.

The government aims to move 25% of the transportation to electric vehicles by 2030 in order to reduce air pollution.(Pradeep Gaur/ Mint)

india news

Published on Feb 16, 2019 07:43 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByAnisha Dutta

Budget: Vision to make India $10 trillion economy by 2030

This will comprise next generation infrastructure of roads, railways, seaports, airports, urban transport, gas and electric transmission and inland waterways.

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Published on Feb 02, 2019 01:56 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Budget: Govt announces pension cushion for workers in informal sector

In a move aimed at benefiting workers in India’s unorganised or informal sector, the interim budget announced the launch of a pension yojana ‘Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan’ that can be availed by workers with monthly income upto Rs 15,000.

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Updated on Feb 02, 2019 12:56 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

A revolutionary budget for middle class, farmers, says Nitin Gadkari

Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government’s last budget of its tenure is the first budget by any government for India’s poor.

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Published on Feb 02, 2019 10:57 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Nitin Gadkari’s plan to reform road rule hits a block

Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari’s plans to clear certain road safety provisions of the contentious Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill through government notifications have hit a roadblock.

Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari’s plans to clear certain road safety provisions of the contentious Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill through government notifications have hit a roadblock.(Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)

india news

Published on Feb 01, 2019 07:12 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Govt identifies land required for Indian side of Kartarpur corridor, issues notification

he four villages identified for the 4.25 km stretch along Indo-Pak border in Gurdaspur district of Punjab are Chandu Nangal, Jaurian Khurd,, Pakhoketahli Sahib and Dera Baba Nanak.

The issue on whether only Sikh pilgrims from India will be allowed to visit the shrine is still open.(PTI file photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 27, 2019 07:55 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta and Sudhi Ranjan Sen

Urban development ministry may get 11% fund raise

The ministry of urban development is likely to get an 11% increase of in funds allocation in the upcoming budget, which would be presented on February 1 and would be the last during the National Democratic Alliance government’s tenure.

The ministry of urban development expects an allocation of around <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>48,000 crore over its previous revised budget estimate of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>42,965 crore in 2018-19, officials aware of the development said.(PTI/File Photo)

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Published on Jan 25, 2019 08:28 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

‘Against rule, will challenge,’ says Congress on reports of ‘full budget’ by BJP

The Congress said this was a “violation of conventions” and that it would challenge any such move on “the floor of the house”.

A view of Rajya Sabha during the Parliament Winter Session, in New Delhi, Wednesday, Jan 9, 2019.(RSTV grab via PTI)

india news

Updated on Jan 25, 2019 08:40 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

‘Beti Bachao’ anniversary celebration to be held today

The move comes amid criticism over the fund utilisation under the scheme after government data revealed that more than 56% of funds allocated have been utilised in media-related activities since 2014-15.

The Centre will celebrate the “National Girl Child Day” on Thursday, which also coincides with the fourth anniversary of the “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao” scheme.(HT File Photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 24, 2019 07:47 AM IST

New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Centre, Delhi government face-off over Delhi Metro’s Phase 4 liabilities, profits

On Tuesday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted his surprise that the Central government has put the onus of bearing the operating losses completely on the state along with repayment of the loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal says operating losses on Delhi Metro’s Phase 4 should be shared between the Centre and the Delhi government.(Sonu Mehta/HT File)

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Updated on Jan 23, 2019 12:28 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta, New Delhi

Cabinet may clear Delhi Metro’s Red Line extension connecting Dilshad Garden to Ghaziabad

The entirely elevated section comprises eight stations: Shahid Nagar, Raj Bagh, Rajendra Nagar, Shyam Park, Mohan Nagar, Arthala, Hindon River and New Bus Adda.

This would be the second metro line in Ghaziabad and the first metro link connecting the interiors of the city.(HT Photo)

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Updated on Jan 23, 2019 12:18 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Centre planning a network of 35 multi-modal logistics parks

India has a total road network of 5.6 million km. National highways account for 2.3% of this with a total length of 131,326 km, state highways account for 144,961 km and other roads 5.3 million km. National highways cater to more than 40% of the road traffic.

In a bid to enhance logistical efficiency on India’s highway network, the transport ministry is planning a country wide network of 35 multi-modal logistics parks which will account for 50% of road freight(Nitin Kanotra /HT File Photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 20, 2019 03:03 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Stretches on 29 highways to serve as emergency airstrips

In 2015, IAF tested out such landings for the first time on the Yamuna expressway. The stretch of Agra- Lucknow expressway was also used for the first time in 2016 for landing six fighter aircraft .

The proposed strips have been planned on highways and roads near the international border in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Manipur and West Bengal.(HT File Photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 17, 2019 07:41 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Waterway projects to boost N-E connectivity

The seven states of India’s northeastern region are dependent on a narrow stretch of about 22-kilometre land in West Bengal’s Siliguri for connectivity to the rest of the country. Nepal and Bangladesh are located on either side of the corridor.

The shipping ministry, in a presentation regarding the waterway projects on January 2, said the network was aimed to connect “heart of India” to the region’s “extreme end” to boost trade.(PTI File Photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 14, 2019 11:49 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

India’s rightful water share flowing to Pakistan, says Nitin Gadkari

Terming the signing of the agreement for Renukaji a historic moment, Gadkari said that this project would also ensure more flow in the Yamuna.

India is working to ensure that its share of unutilized water doesn’t enter Pakistan, says Nitin Gadkari(HT Photo)

india news

Published on Jan 12, 2019 04:58 PM IST

New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

Child road safety report sets off alarm bells, minister Gadkari says it’s a ‘failure’ for him

Gadkari, who launched the ‘Rear Seat-Belt Usage and Child Road Safety in India’ report, pointed that almost 90% Indians also face safety risks by not using rear seat belts.

Pune, India - December 23, 2018: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari,during Press conference at Hotel Westin, Koregaon Park in Pune, India, on Sunday, December 23, 2018.-HT photo

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Published on Jan 11, 2019 11:14 PM IST

New Delhi | ByAnisha Dutta

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For Smart Cities, it takes about 15-18 months to set up a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and it takes another 18 months to get the project consultant, said Union minister of housing and urban affairs Hardeep Singh Puri.

In an interview, Nitin Gadkari spoke about the work done by his ministry, his personal ambitions, Opposition unity ahead of the 2019 elections, and the track record of the Narendra Modi government.

The Congress has approached the EC with a complaint against the BJP, saying the ruling party has violated the model code of conduct in force after the poll body announced the schedule of the Lok Sabha election 2019.

On March 8, the government approved a Bulk Data Sharing policy, enabling it to monetise a database of vehicle registration certificates, citing benefits to the “transport and automobile industry”, even as the issue of privacy and data protection looms large over such sharing.

The Union government on Thursday notified rules for common smart card formats for driving licences and vehicle registration certificates to standardise documents across all states and prepare a centralised digital repository that can also help in checking forgery and duplication.

Such modification can potentially help turn old petrol- or diesel-run vehicles into more eco-friendly versions, although experts warn that the retrofits may be expensive.

The Union cabinet is likely to give approval for converting the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes into a corridor where trains can run at a speed of 160kmph.

A statement issued by the Pakistani foreign ministry stated that the Pakistani delegation’s visit to New Delhi would be followed by a “return visit” two weeks later on March 28 to discuss the draft agreement on the Kartarpur corridor.

Card will function on ‘One Nation One Card’ model and can be used to make payments across public transport.

Since the first metro line, which connected Esplanade and Bhowanipore in Kolkata (then Calcutta) in 1984, to the latest Aqua Line inaugurated in January to connect Noida to Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, the metro has come a long way as a viable public transportation system.

The Uttar Pradesh budget for the financial year 2019-20 has set aside an amount of ₹1.75 billion for each of the two projects that were first announced by UP state chief minister Yogi Adityanath in December 2017.

The move comes a week after a car suicide bomber killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers in Pulwama.

The map featuring an incorrect depiction of Jammu & Kashmir was the backdrop for a panel discussion on future partnerships in energy with Saudi energy and mineral resources minister Khalid Al-Falih, Saudi commerce minister Majid Al Qasabi and NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar.

Till 31, March 2018, the total “short transfer” or amount not transferred was Rs 1,24,099 crore

The government aims to move 25% of the transportation to electric vehicles by 2030 in order to reduce air pollution with this step.

This will comprise next generation infrastructure of roads, railways, seaports, airports, urban transport, gas and electric transmission and inland waterways.

In a move aimed at benefiting workers in India’s unorganised or informal sector, the interim budget announced the launch of a pension yojana ‘Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan’ that can be availed by workers with monthly income upto Rs 15,000.

Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government’s last budget of its tenure is the first budget by any government for India’s poor.

Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari’s plans to clear certain road safety provisions of the contentious Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill through government notifications have hit a roadblock.

he four villages identified for the 4.25 km stretch along Indo-Pak border in Gurdaspur district of Punjab are Chandu Nangal, Jaurian Khurd,, Pakhoketahli Sahib and Dera Baba Nanak.

The ministry of urban development is likely to get an 11% increase of in funds allocation in the upcoming budget, which would be presented on February 1 and would be the last during the National Democratic Alliance government’s tenure.

The Congress said this was a “violation of conventions” and that it would challenge any such move on “the floor of the house”.

The move comes amid criticism over the fund utilisation under the scheme after government data revealed that more than 56% of funds allocated have been utilised in media-related activities since 2014-15.

On Tuesday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted his surprise that the Central government has put the onus of bearing the operating losses completely on the state along with repayment of the loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

The entirely elevated section comprises eight stations: Shahid Nagar, Raj Bagh, Rajendra Nagar, Shyam Park, Mohan Nagar, Arthala, Hindon River and New Bus Adda.

India has a total road network of 5.6 million km. National highways account for 2.3% of this with a total length of 131,326 km, state highways account for 144,961 km and other roads 5.3 million km. National highways cater to more than 40% of the road traffic.

In 2015, IAF tested out such landings for the first time on the Yamuna expressway. The stretch of Agra- Lucknow expressway was also used for the first time in 2016 for landing six fighter aircraft .

The seven states of India’s northeastern region are dependent on a narrow stretch of about 22-kilometre land in West Bengal’s Siliguri for connectivity to the rest of the country. Nepal and Bangladesh are located on either side of the corridor.

Terming the signing of the agreement for Renukaji a historic moment, Gadkari said that this project would also ensure more flow in the Yamuna.

Gadkari, who launched the ‘Rear Seat-Belt Usage and Child Road Safety in India’ report, pointed that almost 90% Indians also face safety risks by not using rear seat belts.

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