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India's EV plans to get a policy boost as govt may fast-track 3 big-ticket schemes
The Indian government plans to fast-track three major electric vehicle schemes in its first hundred days, including incentives for local battery production and electric bus procurement under FAME 3. Aimed at boosting clean mobility, these initiatives aim to propel India towards net-zero goals amid rising global demand for EVs.
Travel platforms see bookings hot up for chilly destinations
Travel companies are experiencing a surge in bookings as extreme heatwave conditions drive people to cooler destinations like Kullu, Manali, and Ladakh from Delhi. Flight fares to Leh have increased by 54%, with searches for last-minute escapes also rising.
Free bus rides for women: PM lacks info on Metro finances, says Dy CM Shivakumar
The Dy CM was questioning the PM's assessment of metro finances. The PM, in a recent interview, had questioned the freebies that potentially create a crisis of funds for a state government. The governments, he said, would build metro networks in a city, but later promise free bus rides in the same city to win elections. This meant taking away 50% of passengers.
Karnataka: Law student presents garland made of free bus tickets to CM Siddaramaiah to express gratitude
"Thanks to the Congress government's free travel initiative, which you implemented as Chief Minister. I have been able to pursue my law studies without any financial strain. Therefore, I kept all the free tickets and made this garland," ANI quoted Jayashree as saying while presenting the garland.
Top hotel credit cards: Annual fees, free stays, complimentary memberships, hotel loyalty programs & more
Top hotel credit cards in India: The list comprises both premium cards and low-annual-fee cards offering hotel benefits such as free stays, complimentary memberships and additional benefits that help users save on their hotel expenses.
Delhi govt to offer free travel for third gender in DTC, cluster buses: Delhi CM Kejriwal
Women are already provided free travel on these buses in the national capital. The free travel scheme for women began in October 2019. Earlier in the day, a senior Delhi transport department official said, "Women are already provided free travel in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and cluster buses operated by the Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System Limited (DIMTS). We plan to extend the facility of free travel to people from the third gender too."
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Amrit Udyan set to open on Friday; Free tickets, selfie points, and floral marvels await
"Udyan Utsav 2024" at Amrit Udyan, inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu, opens its doors to the public, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. Highlights include a 225-year-old Sheesham tree, a tulip-themed garden, unique roses, and signature selfie points. The diverse floral landscape, themed gardens, and special features like a floral clock make the Udyan a visual delight. Special entry days for diverse groups, a free shuttle bus service, and the opportunity to explore the Rashtrapati Bhavan museum enhance the cultural and natural extravaganza.
Top entry-level credit cards with low annual fees: Key features, cashback, reward points
Entry-level credit cards often have a minimal yearly cost and offer straightforward advantages like reward points or money. Here is a look at top entry-level credits.
Amrit Udyan in Rashtrapati Bhavan to open soon for public; Check date, time, places to explore
Amrit Udyan (Mughal Garden) 2024: Amrit Udyan, formerly known as the Mughal Garden, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, stands as a testament to nature's grandeur amidst architectural splendor. As visitors embark on this enchanting journey, they are sure to discover a harmonious blend of natural tranquility and cultural richness at the heart of the nation's capital.
India Australia series: Check special bus services in Bengaluru on Dec 3 ahead of match
India and Australia are set to meet each other on crease again on December 3. BMTC has announced that special bus services will be available for the fans in the 'tech city.'
MotoGP Bharat Grand Prix Next Week: Here are all details about how to book seats, ticket price, how to reach venue
The first-ever MotoGP Bharat Grand Prix will be held from September 22 to 24, 2023, at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Ticket prices range from Rs 800 to Rs 1,80,000, with options to suit different budgets. The event offers various seating options, including Main Grandstand tickets, Platinum Corporate Box seats, and passes with different views of the race.
Delhi expands electric bus fleet: 400 new buses flagged off
Delhi has added 400 new electric buses, bringing the total number of electric buses in the city to 800, making it the city with the highest number of electric buses in India. The Delhi government plans to have a fleet of 1,900 electric buses by the end of 2023 and aims for 80% of its total fleet, or 8,280 buses, to be electric by 2025. The addition of these electric buses is expected to save approximately 45,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually and contribute to a greener and cleaner Delhi.
Karnataka: Free bus rides for women spark tweet-row between government and opposition
The Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy has attacked former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai over claims on Twitter that employees of Karnataka’s transport utilities were receiving only half their pay since the announcement of the Shakti programme, a scheme where women travel for free on government-run buses.
Private transport bodies threaten protest over Shakti scheme, say free bus rides for women are killing their business
“Around 30-35% private buses in Karnataka are not running right now. The private bus sector, which has eight lakh employees across the state, will soon have to start letting people go for want of business,” Chairman of the federation S Nataraj Sharma told ET. For a government which claims to want to end unemployment, he said, the regime seems to have no concern for the mostly under-educated thousands who are on the verge of losing their jobs here.
Karnataka: Over 12 cr women have taken the free bus ride. What long-term impact will the scheme have on female travelers?
Economists caution that it is challenging to draw direct correlation between free travel and labour force participation. “When it comes to these kinds of policies, it’s going to be hard to isolate the benefits, as much as we would like to determine how cost-effective it is.
ETtech In-depth | Micropayments: Internet's 'sachet moment' in India
Be it shelling out Rs 10 for a tarot card reading session online, Rs 50 for a quick online game or Rs 30 in virtual offering at a temple, micropayments, enabled by UPI in India, are driving new-age users to consume and pay for a variety of services on the Internet. For apps, this avenue for revenue generation means big business.
As women ride free in large numbers to temples, Shakti scheme gives 'fresh dose of energy to real Hindutva'
The ruling Congress is now celebrating an outcome it probably least expected. While the buses operated by the three state-owned transport utilities KSRTC, NWKRTC and KKRTC are getting robust response from women, those running to popular temple towns are jam packed these past few days.
Congress will implement Karnataka model in other states, says Priyanka Gandhi after free bus travel for women kicks off
All five promises are estimated to cost upwards of Rs 60,000 crore to the government, but Karnataka’s finances have already been under great stress after two years of Covid-19 pandemic battered its economy, affecting jobs and worsening poverty.
Karnataka: Women safety to be a real, and holistic 'pink incentive' for mobility
A free public service often deteriorates in quality as its maintenance is neglected. The political will should be rather on designing the overall transportation keeping women safety and their mobility needs in mind.
Karnataka commences free bus ride service for women
The free bus ride service will benefit more than 41.8 lakh women passengers every day and would cost the state exchequer an estimated Rs 4,051.56 crore annually. The scheme is available for women, who are domiciled in Karnataka, for the journey within the State limits after 1 pm today.
2 European countries seek truck, bus drivers in Karnataka: No education required, free visa, air tickets offered
The International Migration Centre-Karnataka (IMC-K), a division of the state government's department of skill development entrepreneurship and livelihood, is conducting interviews for truck and bus drivers to work in two European nations, which is a first-time initiative.
KSRTC union writes to CM Siddaramaiah, claims passengers refuse to buy tickets citing Congress poll promise
The Congress had, in the run up to the elections, announced five ‘guarantees’ that the party would implement if it came to power. One of those, Shakti, promised free travel for women in public transport buses across Karnataka.
Beijing eyes big ticket deals in West Asia & N Africa region
China is trying to exploit Morocco’s strained relation with France to grab contract for Morocco’s proposed expansion of high-speed rail project between Casablanca and Marrakech. Against the backdrop of rising cases of train accidents in the country, Chinese Tech Company Huawei’s Aviation and Rail Business Unit has offered its expertise to introduce new technologies to ensure safe railways.
App-based bus service scheme being sent to LG for approval, says Arvind Kejriwal
"Following the LG's approval, we will share the policy online for seeking public feedback," the chief minister said at a press conference. Arvind Kejriwal said the buses, which will be equipped with CCTV cameras, panic buttons and will be air conditioned, will encourage the middle and upper middle classes to use public transport.
Free bus travel for women above 60 in Uttar Pradesh
In its 2022 election manifesto, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had promised this.
zingbus launches ‘Pay at Bus’ facility for its customers
The new service facility enables those customers who are not comfortable with pre-payments or digital payments, to book and travel with zingbus ease free.
Paycraft partners with AMTRON to implement NCMC ticketing, payment solutions globally
The focus will be in line with implementing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of One Nation One Card and will be built on National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) specifications of NPCI.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal flags off 150 electric buses, commuters to get free rides for 3 days
The first e-bus was flagged off by Kejriwal in January this year. At that time, the chief minister had said 300 more such buses will soon join the public transport in the city. Terming the flag-off as the beginning of an era of the environment-friendly public transport system in the capital, the chief minister had said 2,000 electric buses will be procured by the government in the coming years.
UP polls: Congress prepares separate manifesto for women, promises free LPG cylinders, bus rides
Priyanka Gandhi, who is also the Congress' Uttar Pradesh in-charge, had last month announced that her party will give 40 per cent tickets to women in the polls slated for early next year, saying the decision is aimed at making women, who constitute roughly half the vote bank, a "full-fledged partner in power".
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