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Maharashtra govt schools under Abhijeet Dipke’s scanner, says ministers’ dogs fare better

Maharashtra govt schools under Abhijeet Dipke’s scanner, says ministers’ dogs fare better

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Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) Convenor Abhijeet Dipke on Thursday said Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuse should resign, claiming that government schools are in a pitiable condition and that even “ministers’ dogs get better facilities” than students. Dipke, whose group launched the ‘School Thik Karo’ (improve government schools) campaign last week, visited a zilla parishad school at Ujani village in Latur’s Ausa tehsil, news agency PTI reported. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

MSRTC extends 10% bus fare hike till July 31, cites rising diesel prices | Mumbai News

MSRTC extends 10% bus fare hike till July 31, cites rising diesel prices | Mumbai News

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2 min readUpdated: Jul 15, 2026 08:46 PM IST Passengers travelling on Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) ordinary buses will continue to pay 10 per cent higher fares till July 31, with the state-run transporter extending the temporary hike for another fortnight, citing rising diesel prices and mounting financial pressure. The fare hike, first introduced on April 15, was originally scheduled to end on June 15 before being extended till July 15. MSRTC has now extended it till July 31 and directed all divisional controllers, regional managers and other officials concerned to implement the decision with immediate effect. The corporation said the extension was necessary as it continued to grapple with financial challenges, with 21 of its 31 divisions operating at a loss, including Kolhapur, Nashik, Nanded and Solapur. In addition to the fare hike, MSRTC has already launched a statewide diesel-saving drive to reduce fuel consumption. Under the campaign, depots have been assigned fuel-saving targets, while drivers achieving better fuel efficiency will receive incentives. The corporation consumes nearly 10.87 lakh litres of diesel …

NEET again today | The art of conducting exams: As leaks stain NTA scorecard, other agencies fare well | Education News

NEET again today | The art of conducting exams: As leaks stain NTA scorecard, other agencies fare well | Education News

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AS THE National Testing Agency (NTA) prepares to reconduct NEET 2026 on Sunday, over a month after the cancellation of the May 12 exam following allegations of paper leaks, the conduct of competitive exams in the country has become an issue of public debate. Be it the protests of the Cockroach Janata Party or the student outreach campaign launched by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi from Kota — the hub of coaching institutes — the exam conducting agency has been facing criticisms from different sections. The Indian Express takes a look at the conduct of major competitive exams since 2018 – the year the NTA was constituted – to compare the glitches, leaks and efficiency of different agencies in conducting the tests. Panel Report The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, in its report submitted to Parliament last year (371st Report, 2025), had flagged what it saw as the NTA’s problems. “It has been brought to the notice of the Committee that in the year 2024 alone, of the 14 competitive …

How did Rohit Sharma fare in nets as he returns to Indian team for Afghan ODIs

How did Rohit Sharma fare in nets as he returns to Indian team for Afghan ODIs

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The temperature refused to drop below 40 degrees Celsius as Rohit Sharma checked in for national duty for the first time in five months at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Wednesday. The first ball from Nitish Kumar Reddy nipped back with some heat, hitting Rohit flush on the front pad. Conditions will be distinctly cooler when the 39-year-old marks a middle-stump guard again in two days, at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala during the first ODI against Afghanistan. There was no discernible lethargy in footwork, and no sign of the dodgy hamstring that caused concern during the recent IPL season. A few of his teammates had already braved the Chandigarh heat over the weekend during the one-off Test against Afghanistan at the new PCA Stadium. Returning to action after receiving the fitness clearance from BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, Rohit’s first hit stood in sharp contrast. While the other top-order batters unlocked full gung-ho mode in the optional session, Rohit exercised restraint during an hour-long stint. Minimal big hits from Rohit …

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar bus operators plan 30 per cent fare hike over diesel costs

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar bus operators plan 30 per cent fare hike over diesel costs

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The move comes in the backdrop of rising fuel prices across the country. Pushkar Luley, joint secretary of the Bus Owners and Travel Agents Welfare Association, highlighting the problems of transporters, said, “The diesel price is hovering around Rs 100 per litre, and the difficulties in getting diesel have forced bus owners to ply fewer buses,” as per PTI.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Taxi and truck unions launch three-day protest over cess hike and fare demands

Taxi and truck unions launch three-day protest over cess hike and fare demands

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Transport and taxi unions in Delhi-NCR began a three-day strike on Thursday, May 21–23, leading to expected disruptions in daily commuting across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and nearby areas. The strike has been called against the Delhi government’s decision to increase the environment compensation cess on commercial vehicles, according to agencies. AIMTC leads nationwide protest call The strike has been organised under the banner of the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), the apex transport body which represents truckers, private buses, taxis and maxi cab operators. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

AIMIM chief Owaisi opposes Haj fare hike, demands withdrawal of circular

AIMIM chief Owaisi opposes Haj fare hike, demands withdrawal of circular

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All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday criticised a fresh circular issued by the Haj Committee of India asking pilgrims to pay an additional Rs 10,000 as differential airfare, citing the ongoing crisis in West Asia, and demanded that the directive be withdrawn and refunds issued to those affected, news agency IANS reported. He pointed out that the additional charge is being imposed after Rs 90,844 per pilgrim has already been collected from those departing from Mumbai, raising concerns over the financial burden on those undertaking the pilgrimage. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

BMRCL Board To Discuss Metro Fare Hike Today Amid Public Outcry; Political Slugfest Heats Up | Bengaluru-news News

BMRCL Board To Discuss Metro Fare Hike Today Amid Public Outcry; Political Slugfest Heats Up | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 09, 2026, 09:55 IST BMRCL paused Namma Metro fare hike after public outcry. The Board, including Central and Karnataka officials, meets today. Image for representation In the wake of the temporary halt to the proposed annual fare revision for Namma Metro following the public outcry, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has scheduled a Board of Directors meeting at 4 P.M. today, February 9. The 14-member board — comprising five officials from the Central government and nine from the Karnataka government — is expected to brainstorm on the fare hike. The central government officials will also take part in the meeting through video conferencing. Meanwhile, a decision on the annual fare revision is likely to be finalised by this evening. Annual Fare Revision On Hold In a media release on Sunday, the BMRCL announced its earlier communication dated February 5, announcing the fare revision, had been put on hold until further notice. “The decision on the revised fare will be communicated after the board’s review,” the release stated. However, it did not …

Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Suspended Amid High-Stakes Political Showdown | Bengaluru-news News

Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Suspended Amid High-Stakes Political Showdown | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 08, 2026, 19:54 IST The sudden reversal follows a period of intense public outcry and a heated political battle between the state’s leadership and the central government’s representatives. BMRCL confirmed that the current fare structure will remain in place until further orders. (Image via X) The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has officially announced a temporary suspension of its planned annual automatic fare revision, which was originally scheduled to take effect from February 9 (Monday). The sudden reversal follows a period of intense public outcry and a heated political battle between the state’s Congress leadership and the central government’s representatives. In a press statement, BMRCL confirmed that the current fare structure will remain in place until further orders, noting that the board of directors will convene to review the revised pricing slabs and determine the next course of action. In a statement, the corporation said, “Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited hereby informs that the Media Release dated 5 February 2026, announcing the implementation of the Annual Fare Revision with effect from 9 …

Bharat Taxi Vs Ola Vs Uber: Which Is Cheaper? Fare Comparison Inside | India News

Bharat Taxi Vs Ola Vs Uber: Which Is Cheaper? Fare Comparison Inside | India News

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Last Updated:February 05, 2026, 22:05 IST Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, a new ride-hailing platform designed on a cooperative model, which offers surge-free pricing and zero commissions. Bharat Taxi is positioned as a lower-cost alternative to Ola and Uber. (Photo: X/@MinOfCooperatn) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched Bharat Taxi, a new ride-hailing platform designed on a cooperative model that aims to offer a fairer and driver-centric model to compete with Uber, Ola and Rapido. While Ola and Uber function as private, venture-backed gig economy platforms, the launch of Bharat Taxi is based on a cooperative model where the drivers, called Sarathis, are members and co-owners of the cooperative. What Is Special About Bharat Taxi? Bharat Taxi is a driver-owned cooperative that does not have any per-ride commissions; they pay a fixed daily access fee (around Rs 30) to use the app. This is intended to let drivers keep a far larger share of the fare. This is in contrast with Uber and Ola where drivers are dependent on …