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  Sleeper coach buses: Nitin Gadkari announces strict new rules following rise in fire accidents

  Auto | January 08, 2026 21:50 IST

  Union Minister Nitin Gadkari mandates that sleeper coach buses be built only by accredited manufacturers. Following 145 fire-related deaths, new rules require retrofitting existing buses with fire detection systems and ADAS features.

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  Big relief for Magh Mela devotees as UP rolls out over 250 buses to Ayodhya and Prayagraj

  Uttar Pradesh | January 01, 2026 19:26 IST

  UP Roadways has introduced 270 additional buses between Prayagraj and Ayodhya for pilgrims attending the Magh Mela. Extra services on both sides will ensure smoother travel despite fog conditions. Private buses and trains remain alternatives, although fog may affect schedules.

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  Maharashtra orders verification of non-functional panic button systems in cabs, buses, taxis

  Auto | December 13, 2025 11:04 IST

  Officials are directed to verify the effectiveness of panic button systems installed in the state's buses, cabs, and taxis, amid complaints that emergency buttons in several private vehicles were non-functional.

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  NHRC cracks down: States ordered to scrap unsafe 'sleeper buses' after deadly fire incidents

  India | November 30, 2025 14:16 IST

  CIRT Pune's November 3 report, stemming from Rajasthan Transport's October 18 investigation, pinpointed non-compliance with Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), including faulty construction that flouts AIS:119 sleeper standards.

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  Delhi to relaunch 'U-Special' bus service for students from today: Check details

  Delhi | August 28, 2025 6:40 IST

  The revived U-Special service — once a lifeline for college students — will return with modern upgrades, including air-conditioning, LED lighting, and music systems, to ensure a more comfortable and accessible commute.

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  Delhi to launch AC tourist bus service covering iconic city landmarks by August 15

  Delhi | July 30, 2025 12:42 IST

  Delhi: While fare discussions are still in progress, the tentative pricing is expected to be 500 for adults and 300 for children between 6 and 12 years. The buses will make extended halts of an hour or more at each destination, allowing tourists sufficient time to explore the landmarks comfortably.

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  Delhi to get over 1,000 electric buses this month: Transport minister

  Delhi | March 01, 2025 18:15 IST

  Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said the government is working on a recovery plan and aims to turn the sector profitable within a year.

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  Mahakumbh: UPSRTC deploys 4,500 buses for devotees ahead of final 'snan' today

  Uttar Pradesh | February 26, 2025 0:00 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025: Being held after 12 years, the Mahakumbh started on January 13 and will conclude on February 26 on the banks of the Triveni Sangam -- the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers, considered holy among Hindus.

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  Maharashtra suspends state bus services to Karnataka after attack on MSRTC bus

  Maharashtra | February 23, 2025 6:09 IST

  Maharashtra: Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said the bus services won't be resumed unless the Karnataka government makes its stand clear on the issue.

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  Government to mandate ADAS in trucks, buses; plans star rating system for E-rickshaws

  Auto | January 08, 2025 13:29 IST

  High vehicles significantly contribute to road accidents. To prevent this, the government is planning to make Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) mandatory for heavy vehicles. In addition, soon e-rickshaws will also have star safety ratings.

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  Karnataka bus fare hike: BJP slams Congress government, say 'free for wife but double for husband'

  Karnataka | January 03, 2025 8:25 IST

  Karnataka bus fare hike: Karnataka Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister HK Patil said the decision was taken in view of the substantial hike in operational costs such as increase in spending on fuel prices and staff.

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  Telangana: Over 83 crore women avail free bus ride under Mahalakshmi scheme in state

  September 11, 2024 8:59 IST

  Telangana news: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered the TGSRTC officials to prepare the plans for the purchase of new buses to meet the growing demand for public transportation in the state.

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  Bangla Bandh: Drivers of state-run buses seen wearing helmets | VIDEO

  August 28, 2024 9:52 IST

  The 'Bangla Bandh', which began at 6 am, was called by the BJP in protest against police action on the participants of 'Nabanna Abhijan' on Tuesday, demanding the resignation of CM Mamata Banerjee over the rape and murder of the doctor at RG Kar hospital.

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  Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation issues guidelines to restrict bus operations amid fog

  Uttar Pradesh | December 28, 2023 17:26 IST

  Uttar Pradesh news: UPSRTC officials said that buses should not operate in case of poor visibility due to fog. The corporation also advised operators to park buses at safe locations and wait until visibility improves.

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  State transport bus stands to be transformed in 2024, says Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

  Maharashtra | November 23, 2023 0:00 IST

  Over 3,000 new buses are likely to be introduced in the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) besides the transformation of bus stands in the state.

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  Delhi govt to operate premium buses for NCR, intercity operations

  India | January 11, 2023 9:17 IST

  DTC had been planning to introduce high quality premium buses on longer routes. The board approved the same to be implemented on NCR routes under 200 km which may include electric or CNG buses.

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  Now, motorcycles part of Delhi government's bus lane enforcement vehicles

  India | October 12, 2022 8:52 IST

  Speaking at the event Delhi Cheif Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the day is not far when the transport system of the national capital would be better than any city of a developed country

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  DTC electric bus breaks down on the way hours after launch

  India | May 26, 2022 8:27 IST

  Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal flagged off 150 new electric buses from Indraprastha Depot on May 24.

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  All diesel-run buses, autos to discontinue operation in Patna from April 1

  India | December 27, 2022 3:53 IST

  According to a decision taken in 2019 itself, the bus and auto operators were given time till March 31, 2022, so that the vehicle owners can convert their vehicles from diesel to CNG.

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  Bus strike in Kerala today: Private buses to go off roads indefinitely against hike in ticket fare

  India | March 24, 2022 10:05 IST

  The president of Kerala State Private Bus Operators Federation Sathyan, told that a notice regarding proposed strike was given to govt over two weeks ago and till date no one has engaged in discussions on the issue.