In a major relief to bike taxi operators, the Karnataka High Court ruled that the state government cannot refuse permits on the ground that motorcycles are not transport vehicles.
In April, Karnataka HC said that bike taxis could not operate without a proper framework under Section 93 of Motor Vehicles Act—a decision which came into effect on 16 June.
Beneath the uniform and the gallantry award was a man of rare humility. There was no trace of bravado in Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, no attempt to wear his achievements on his sleeve.
We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.
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