Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya strongly criticizes the proposed 5% Metro fare increase, urging Union Minister to reconstitute the Fare Fixation Committee. Commuters express concerns over affordability and safety.
Bengaluru's Namma Metro commuters face another fare hike in 2026 as the automatic annual revision kicks in, following a proposal by the Fare Fixation Committee that has raised concerns among daily travelers.
Passengers face loot-like fares during Sankranti rush. Vizag RTO cracks down, fines 11 operators ₹33,600 for violations. Officials warn of strict action against overcharging.
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh inspected booths, urging citizens to verify their names in the electoral roll draft published Jan 6. Use Form 6 for inclusions via voter.eci.gov.in.
Railway Board announces fare structure for Vande Bharat Sleeper trains. No RAC tickets, minimum fare for 400 km, and rates higher than Rajdhani. PM Modi to inaugurate first train next week.
Kanpur's election office trained BLOs and officers for the notice & hearing phase of Special Intensive Revision 2026. ADM Vivek Chaturvedi stressed strict procedural compliance. Read key details.
West Bengal's CEO office exempts students, NRIs, seniors & others from in-person SIR hearings. New rules aim for a hassle-free electoral roll verification. Know the details.
A man's accidental Uber booking for a 100-foot ride at a metro station, priced at Rs 118, ignited a social media debate on cab algorithms and pricing fairness in India.
Indian Railways' latest modest fare hike is insufficient to address its high Operating Ratio. Learn why a gradual withdrawal of subsidies across all classes is crucial for its financial health and future investments.
Gorakhpur's draft electoral roll sees a massive deletion of 6.45 lakh voter names. Find out why and how to check or restore your name before the final list is published.
Chennai's govt school students in Classes X and XII will take three revision tests from Jan 8. Officials aim to move beyond rote learning, but school heads flag scheduling challenges. Get the full details.
Uttar Pradesh's draft electoral roll excludes 2.89 crore voters due to deaths, migration, and duplicate entries. The state's voter list undergoes a major cleanup ahead of future elections. Read the full details.
Uttar Pradesh's draft electoral roll sees 2.89 crore names removed. CEO Navdeep Rinwa urges voters to verify details by March 6, 2026. Check your status now!
Noida and Ghaziabad undergo major electoral restructuring, adding 256 new polling booths. Draft rolls published Jan 6 may delete over 12 lakh ASD voters. Check your booth now!
Kolkata's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls sees celebrities like MP Dev, cricketer Md Shami, and actor couple Laboni-Kaushik queuing up with citizens. No special treatment demanded. Read more.
Indian Railways increased passenger fares twice in FY26 to address massive losses and reduce cross-subsidy from freight. The hikes are modest and aimed at financial sustainability. Learn the details and impact.
Prepaid autorickshaw fares from Kochi's major transit hubs increase by Rs 10-20. Learn about the new rates, driver challenges, and why the service is declining. Get the full story.
Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi accuses opposition parties of backing 'infiltrators' amid SIR controversy. He claims the issue is being politicized to mislead voters. Read the full story.
West Bengal's Election Commission launches offline voter list revision. Booth Level Officers available at polling stations for submissions and corrections until January 15, 2026. Ensure your vote is counted!
A detailed guide on the 8th Pay Commission's Terms of Reference (ToR), explaining its importance for 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners awaiting salary and pension revisions.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar rushed back to Delhi after his father met with an accident. Key meeting with booth-level officers in Bhubaneswar postponed. He praised Odisha's heritage.
Indian Railways implements two fare hikes in 2025, ending a five-year freeze. Sleeper & second-class passengers, over 70% of travelers, face the maximum impact. Details inside.
Political parties in Goa have submitted 2,821 claims and objections in the ongoing electoral roll revision. BJP leads with 1,574 claims, aiming to ensure an accurate voter list for the 2027 state assembly elections.
Pune cab riders face demands for extra payment to switch on air-conditioners during winter. Multiple incidents reported with Uber and Rapido. Read about the commuter ordeal and official response.
Indian Railways announces a fare revision effective December 26, 2025. Get the latest updates on new passenger ticket costs, reservation fees, and cancellation charges.
The Railway Ministry has notified a fare hike for passenger trains, effective December 26, 2025. This marks the second such revision this year, impacting millions of commuters. Read for details and analysis.
Indian Railways announces revised fares for major trains from December 26. Check which services are affected and how much more you will pay for tickets.
Indian Railways announces a graded fare revision from December 26, protecting suburban commuters and short-distance travellers. Details on new rates for Sleeper, AC classes, and premium trains inside.
Indian Railways clarifies that tickets booked before Dec 26 won't be affected by the fare hike. New rates apply only to tickets issued on or after December 26, 2025. Get all details here.
Commuters on the Tuticorin-Mysuru Special train are protesting high ticket prices for the Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch. Railways defends the 500km minimum fare rule for special trains. Read more.