The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is rigorously stress-testing BSNL’s 4G-led revival further demanding detailed circle-wise data on subscribers, Average Revenue Per User (ARPU), and revenue by March 27, 2026. As part of an annual performance review of the state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), DoT has sought detail regarding active subscribers (VLR) and overall subscribers…
Bengaluru, March 21: In a major relief to citizens, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has announced a One Time Settlement (OTS) scheme offering a complete waiver of interest on pending water bills, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Friday. The scheme, introduced as an Ugadi special initiative, will be implemented for…
New Delhi: The government on Wednesday said that the Bharat Taxi platform has generated over Rs 35 crore in income for drivers with a modest investment of around Rs 5 crore so far, while creating employment opportunities for nearly 20,000 drivers and 200 support staff. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that Bharat Taxi, India’s…
The National Council (Staff Side), Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM) meeting held in the Capital on Wednesday (February 25, 2026) covered several key topics, including increasing family units from 3 to 5, guaranteeing at least 5 promotions for employees, boosting annual increments, and reinstating the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) in the 8th Pay Commission (8th CPC).Other…
The Indian government has announced that, starting April 1, 2026, all petrol sold across the nation must contain up to 20% ethanol and maintain a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95. This mandate is part of a broader effort to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and boost demand for crops like sugarcane and maize,…
The Delhi government is likely to launch the e-Bike “Didi scheme” in the coming months, in a move to promote women’s empowerment, ensure women’s safety and reduce air pollution in the national capital. However, according to officials, the proposal is currently under consideration, as reported by the PTI news agency. Younger women bikers who are…
New Delhi, The Delhi government is likely to launch the eBike-Didi scheme in the coming months as part of its initiatives to promote women empowerment and reduce air pollution in the national capital, officials said on Monday. A proposal for the e-Bike Didi scheme is under consideration. Under the proposed scheme, women bikers will offer…
Air travellers in India could soon enjoy fixed-fare airport taxi services without the stress of surge pricing, thanks to a new partnership between the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Bharat Taxi — a cooperative driver-owned cab platform. Why This Matters Passengers have long complained about unpredictable taxi fares at airports — especially during peak…
Indian authorities have stepped up enforcement against restaurants that automatically add service charges to customer bills without clear consent, reaffirming that such practice is illegal under consumer protection laws. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) and related legal rulings make it clear that service charges must be voluntary, and diners cannot be forced to pay…
BENGALURU: The Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Associations has urged the state government to implement the Centre’s Bharat Taxi platform in the state by integrating it with the VAHAN portal, while explicitly excluding bike taxis and other two-wheelers from the scheme. In a representation submitted to Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, the federation said the…