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Private transporters’ strike: Services resumed only partially in the evening

Bengaluru private transporters strike called off after Transport Minister's assurance; auto-rickshaws, cabs & night shuttle services resumed partially in evening. Apps reduced surge pricing & availability of rides improved by night. Private bus services from Kalasipalya unaffected, no refunds for Monday night bookings.

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Transport strike: Ramalinga Reddy pacifies protesters with assurances; drivers await written guarantees

Bengaluru: Private transport unions called off 24-hr bandh after Transport Minister Reddy visited protest site & assured most demands will be fulfilled. 15K protestors gathered in city, Reddy promised welfare board, loan support, Indira Canteen at airport & solution to illegal bike taxis. Federation to wait for written guarantees &…

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Bengaluru strike: Airport commuters face hardship as private cabs remain off road

Commuters travelling to and from the airport had to undergo hardship as private cabs remained off road due to the strike called by the Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Association on Monday.

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Practically not possible to meet private transporters’ demands, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

The Congress government in Karnataka had launched the Shakti scheme, which provides free travel for women in State-run KSRTC buses, for the benefit of women travellers. “But private transporters are demanding that the government compensate their losses since women are no longer availing their services,” the CM said.

The Hindu

Bengaluru bandh: Cabs, private buses to be off road today; BMTC to run 500 extra schedules

Bengaluru commuters to face disruption on Monday due to transport strike. Private buses, cabs, auto-rickshaws to stay off roads. BMTC to run 500 extra trips to ensure public convenience. Private schools declare holiday/online classes. Protest march to Freedom Park by 10 lakh vehicles. Transport Minister blames political motive behind strike.

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Kerala Open Mobility Network to integrate public transport modes

Kochi's Open Mobility Network expands to whole of Kerala as ONDC and Transport Dept. sign MoU. Project to integrate multiple modes of public transport onto ONDC network, offering affordable access. Yatri cab and auto booking app in Kochi a case study of how open network can enhance customer and driver…

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Drone-based AI cameras planned to keep tabs on traffic rule violators

Govt. taking steps to reduce road accidents: procuring drone-based AI cameras, increasing insurance premiums for violators, launching road safety awareness drive in colleges, launching PACE project, and setting up IDTR extension centre.

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Pull Out Yr Passport ‘Cos The Transport Minister Says That Airfares Are Set To ‘Drop Soon’

Tell that to the kidney I sold for Euro summer flights this year.

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Labor’s nonsensical Qatar reasoning can barely get off the tarmac

The transport minister says the shocking 2020 Doha Airport saga gave ‘context’ to rejecting Qatar Airways’ bid. It’s another ridiculous excuse.

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Rural areas prioritised in funding scheme for hundreds of electric buses

The first £25 million of a zero-emission buses scheme worth up to £129 million will be focused on rural communities.

The Independent UK

Grattan on Friday: Transport Minister Catherine King struggles to find a landing strip amid Qatar turbulence

A few days ago, the furore over the government’s rejection of Qatar Airways’ bid for more flights into major cities was all about cheaper tickets and additional seats.

The Conversation

Australian minister says invasive examinations were part of reason Qatar Airways was refused flights

Australian Transport Minister Catherine King says invasive gynecological examinations conducted on passengers at Doha’s international airport in 2020 were part of the reason she refused to allow Qatar Airways to double its services to Australia

The Independent UK

BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare in Bengaluru buses

BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare for buses in Bengaluru; Transport Minister Reddy says no financial drain due to Shakti scheme. BMTC implements ordinary service passenger bus fares for night-services, bringing uniformity in fare system. Govt. reimburses ticket costs, improving financial status of road transport corporations.

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Bandh call not a solution, Transport Minister says and calls private transport association for talks

Transport Minister Reddy urges transport unions to talk instead of Bengaluru Bandh on Sept 11. Govt ready to meet 28 demands, including compensation of ₹10,000/month for autorickshaw drivers. Govt initiatives to help drivers, incl. aggregator app, Indira Canteen at airport, ₹17 crore for children's education. Govt to take steps to…

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Afternoon Update: Labor under fire over Qatar Airways decision; sharks attack yacht off Cairns; and AFL clubs rake in $40m from pokies

Transport minister defends decision not to grant Qatar Airways additional capacity, claiming the request was ‘unprecedented’

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Kerala Transport dept., bus operators harden stance on national permit services

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BMTC set to abolish 1.5x night fare in buses in Bengaluru

Transport Minister Reddy announced plans to eliminate the 1.5 times higher night fare in buses & launch 'Namma BMTC' app on Sept 25. He also revealed plans to implement a cashless ticketing system for BMTC & KSRTC. These plans were announced after his inspection of Kalasipalya bus terminus.

The Hindu

Private buses, autos, taxis threaten to go off the road in Bengaluru on September 11, again

The tussle between the Federation of the Karnataka State Private Transport Association and the State government hasn’t been resolved

The Hindu

Double Decker buses to be back on Bengaluru’s roads

-BMTC has begun the process of calling tenders for the procurement of 10 double-decker buses. -These buses will be exclusively deployed on the Outer Ring Roads (ORR) to ensure a smoother and safer commute for passengers. -The Department of Urban Land Transport (DULT) and the National Clean Air Programme will…

The Independent UK

Harper to meet aviation chiefs after air traffic control disruption

Transport Secretary Mark Harper said he wants to ensure everything possible is being done to get passengers home quickly.

The Independent UK

Harper to meet aviation bosses following air traffic control failure

Transport Secretary Mark Harper said he wanted to make sure stranded passengers could get home as quickly as possible.

The Hindu

Kamanagaruvu residents confront Minister Viswarup’s son over Konaseema arson case

Residents of Kamanagaruvu village in Konaseeema district expressed anger at Pinipe Srikanth, son of Transport Minister Pinipe Viswarup, alleging that fabricated cases were registered against some villagers in the Amalapuram arson case. A group of residents including women intercepted the vehicle of Mr. Srikanth when he arrived at Kamanagaruvu village…

Radio France Internationale

France seeks end to cut-price air fares to fight environmental dumping

France is aiming to impose a minimum price for plane tickets to protect the environment. Transport Minister Clement Beaune said he would present a proposal to the European Union in the coming days.

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