The corridors, viewed by Modi govt as critical for India's fast-paced economic growth & strategic alliances, will see multiple countries in action, some of whom are seen as adversaries.
Lack of planning & absence of regulations dissuading use of privately-owned vehicles in cities are some of the important factors responsible for slow implementation of the policy in cities.
Transport experts appreciate ‘One Nation One Card’ concept but question need for physical card in time of UPI. Housing ministry officials say upgrading systems, transition 'will take time’.
A conductor ended his life by jumping in front of a train after being sacked from his contractual job with UP State transport for the act of 'dereliction of duty'.
Drivers of autos, private buses, cabs claim financial losses due to Shakti scheme giving free bus rides to women. Around 36 unions have made about 30 demands to government.
Under the scheme — covering cities with population of 3 lakh & above — 10,000 buses will be deployed in PPP model. Centre will provide Rs 20,000 cr over 10 yrs, rest will be from states.
Two-wheeler electric vehicles faring well, but long charging duration & expensive batteries may dent govt’s ambitions, says Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association report.
No Indian airline makes money, railways' passenger traffic is stagnant, and roads have a revenue imbalance problem. At some point, traffic growth will have to justify the investment.
Israel's response to Iran's retaliatory attack was relatively small and also downplayed by Tehran. But there are factors that could jeopardise this perceived reprieve.
The 125 APAs include 86 Unilateral APAs (UAPAs) and 39 Bilateral APAs (BAPAs). The total number of APAs since the start of the APA programme has risen to 641, with 506 UAPAs and 135 BAPAs.
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