May 15, 2026
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Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik Orders Crackdown On Private Bus Fare Hikes, Illegal Apps; Committee Formed For Regulation & Reforms

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik Orders Crackdown On Private Bus Fare Hikes, Illegal Apps; Committee Formed For Regulation & Reforms

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Mumbai: Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has directed officials to take strict action against private bus operators involved in arbitrary fare hikes and unauthorised passenger booking mobile applications exploiting travellers across the state. Chairing a meeting at Mantralaya, Sarnaik said the state government is serious about curbing illegal fare increases by private passenger transport operators…

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HDFC Bank hikes locker rentals by up to 184%, introduces ‘Metro Plus’ category from April 1, 2026; Check new rates

HDFC Bank hikes locker rentals by up to 184%, introduces ‘Metro Plus’ category from April 1, 2026; Check new rates

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HDFC Bank is set to revise its safe deposit locker rental structure, introducing a new ‘Metro Plus’ category and increasing annual charges across locker sizes. The updated rates will come into effect from April 1, 2026. Under the new framework, locker rentals will vary based on locker size and branch location classification- Metro Plus, Metro,…

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USPS financial loss: Postal Service flags $9 bn deficit; agency pushes price hikes and policy fixes

USPS financial loss: Postal Service flags $9 bn deficit; agency pushes price hikes and policy fixes

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The US Postal Service (USPS) has sought sweeping administrative and legislative changes after reporting a $9 billion annual loss, a marginal improvement from the $9.5 billion deficit posted last year, Reuters reported.New Postmaster General David Steiner said the agency continues to face a “significant systemic annual revenue and cost imbalance” and must accelerate efficiency measures,…

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