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Metro, buses will not be impacted by drill, say officials
Among the 55 designated drill sites are two metro stations—Rohini Sector 18-19 on the Yellow Line and Dwarka Sector 10 on the Blue Line.
Published on May 07, 2025 06:20 AM IST
Desi 'uncles' turn metro into a retro karaoke lounge, viral video
A viral video showed elderly men singing a 1950s romantic song on a metro with a mic.
Published on Apr 25, 2025 10:43 AM IST
Common mobility app may be launched on May 1, testing on
An inter-ministry team comprising bureaucrats from Indian Railways, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), and various state government departments is busy weeding out bugs and glitches
Published on Apr 25, 2025 08:22 AM IST
Pune Metro crosses 1-lakh milestone in smartcard sales
There are three types of Pune Metro cards, including one Pune card, a student pass card, and a non-KYC card
Published on Apr 23, 2025 06:02 AM IST
Indian founder compares Canada’s Vancouver to Indian cities in 19 points
Entrepreneur Shruti Chaturvedi says India can learn a lot from Vancouver, where footpaths are considered critical architecture and public transport is reliable.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 10:09 AM IST
Thefts of phones, laptops, personal items in crowded areas in Delhi rise by 12%
The data also showed a drop in cases of burglary, house thefts, and vehicle thefts between January 1 and March 31 this year as compared to last year
Published on Apr 21, 2025 05:44 AM IST
Electric AC buses to soon replace BMTC’s Vayu Vajra fleet for Bengaluru airport
BMTC plans major upgrade by introducing electric AC buses for Vayu Vajra services in Bengaluru, reducing operational costs.
Updated on Apr 18, 2025 12:55 PM IST
Mumbaikars on how the new Mumbai 1 card can improve local transport in the city
People using various modes of local transport in the city can now use one card to pay for all of them. City folk explain how this new move may benefit them
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 04:04 PM IST
Abigail banerji
Over 2 crore drop in ridership hits PMPML hard
There has been a steady drop in daily commuters which has severely impacted the public transport body’s finances
Published on Apr 14, 2025 05:08 AM IST
Indian techie in Amsterdam says city 3x costlier than Bengaluru. Viral post
After 6 months in Amsterdam, a Bengaluru techie shared on X how everything—from rent to routine—changed.
Updated on Apr 13, 2025 07:35 AM IST
‘Europe opened my eyes’: Indian man on desi toxicity, benefits of living abroad
“Moving to Europe opened my eyes to the toxicity I had normalized in India,” says a Vienna-based content creator.
Updated on Apr 09, 2025 07:08 AM IST
Efforts underway to improve PMPML services: PMPML CMD Deepa Munde
The event saw active participation from commuters, who raised issues and suggestions regarding PMPML services
Published on Apr 07, 2025 06:08 AM IST
Reimagining Mumbai’s streets for a livable future
Paris has undergone a dramatic transformation in less than a decade. Over the past 10 years, the city has added 84 kilometers of cycle lanes and pedestrianized 300 streets. Recently, the French capital proposed pedestrianizing another 500 streets, significantly reducing private vehicle access while increasing space for walking, cycling and greenery
Published on Apr 06, 2025 05:02 AM IST
Rishi Aggarwal
Public transport to connect our airports
Airports are beginning to think beyond the building and looking at other aspects like functionality and connectivity.
Published on Apr 03, 2025 08:09 PM IST
Smoother ride for motorists in Lucknow, courtesy crackdown on illegal e-ricks
On day 2, 1,007 e-rickshaws seized and challans issued to 3,093 violators during the transport department’s drive against illegal vehicles, says transport commissioner
Published on Apr 03, 2025 07:26 AM IST
Delhi CM hits a green note as House session ends
Promoting EVs for private use and increasing public transport, besides undertaking plantation drives and scientific set-ups to monitor air and dispose of e-waste are among key agendas
Published on Apr 03, 2025 05:56 AM IST
Alok KN Mishra
Bengaluru CEO takes bus to work, surprised by price of ticket: 'I'm stunned'
Capitalmind CEO Deepak Shenoy chose to take a bus to work but was left shocked by the price of the fare.
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 05:04 PM IST
Delhi govt tables CAG report on pollution
Delhi's CAG report criticizes AAP's pollution control efforts, citing ineffective measures and serious shortcomings in public transport and vehicle emissions.
Published on Apr 02, 2025 06:16 AM IST
MSRTC plans to increase number of buses in fleet
Plans are afoot to procure 5,000 new buses every year from now (while scrapping old buses) so that the MSRTC is able to double its fleet to 25,000 buses in five years. Currently, the state transport body has 13,000 buses in its fleet
Published on Apr 01, 2025 05:18 AM IST
MP govt plans to launch easy, affordable public transport system
MP govt plans to launch easy, affordable public transport system
Updated on Mar 31, 2025 06:47 PM IST
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Bengaluru commuter criticises Namma Metro fare hike, claims driving is cheaper
A Bengaluru commuter shared how Namma Metro’s fare hike made driving cheaper.
Published on Mar 30, 2025 11:10 AM IST
Guest Column | The ‘smart’ experiment that wasn’t so smart?
Four major projects move to different departments, but their fate remains uncertain; will they be completed thoughtfully or linger in bureaucratic limbo? past experiences suggest cautious optimism at best
Published on Mar 30, 2025 08:08 AM IST
Aashna Gakhar
UK vlogger impressed by Delhi Metro, tells tourists not to get scammed by auto
Social media is divided over a UK vlogger's video of public transport in Delhi. While appreciating the Delhi Metro, he also called auto drivers ‘scammers’.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 06:11 PM IST
Kriti Kambiri
Delhi unveils ₹1L-cr budget with double-engine thrust
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta presented a ₹1 lakh crore budget for 2025-26, marking a 44% increase, focusing on infrastructure, health, and women's welfare.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 06:50 AM IST
Alok KN Mishra, New Delhi
BEST to integrate bus routes with Google Maps for seamless travel planning
Mumbai's BEST bus network will integrate with Google Maps, enhancing route planning and efficiency for commuters within a month.
Published on Mar 23, 2025 08:12 AM IST
UP transport depart to hire pvt firm to boost bus service
The directorate has issued a request for proposal (RFP) -- a procedure to invite proposals before finalising an agency based on their technical and financial credentials
Published on Mar 11, 2025 06:38 AM IST
Bengaluru commuters protest inside Metro trains, demand fare hike rollback
The fare increase has led to a decline in ridership as commuters seek alternative transport, raising concerns about pollution and traffic congestion.
Published on Mar 10, 2025 09:59 AM IST
TMC unveils ₹5,645 cr budget, thrust on road repairs, public transport
For the first time, the Thane Municipal Corporation has taken full responsibility for road repairs across the city. Prioritising citizen needs over bureaucratic hurdles, the decision marks a significant shift in governance to ensure that all roads, whether under municipal, state, or central agencies, receive timely maintenance.
Published on Mar 08, 2025 10:08 AM IST
Anamika Gharat
Karnataka Budget 2025: Bengaluru to get 9,000 new electric buses
Karnataka government to allocate 9,000 electric buses to BMTC, part of a 14,750 bus initiative by 2025-26, enhancing sustainable transport.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 12:18 PM IST
With only 2 of 472 operations in profit, PMPML once again goes for route rationalisation
Monetary loss of PMPML has mounted to ₹766 crore in the financial year 2024-25 from ₹696 crore the previous fiscal
Published on Mar 07, 2025 09:26 AM IST