NHAI scraps mandatory KYV for FASTag activation from 2026
NHAI eliminates mandatory Know Your Vehicle (KYV) for FASTag activation from Feb 1, 2026, aiming to reduce delays. New VAHAN-based validation to simplify process for users.
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EV Growth Slows Post GST Cut, 3-Wheelers Shine
India's EV penetration in 2-wheelers & cars lost momentum in 2025 after GST cuts on ICE vehicles. However, overall EV sales grew 16% to 22.7 lakh units. Read the full analysis.
Auto Sales Smash Records: 20M+ Two-Wheelers, 4.38M Cars in 2025
India's auto sector achieved historic sales in 2025, with two-wheeler registrations crossing 20 million and passenger vehicles hitting 4.38 million units. GST cuts and strong SUV demand fueled the growth. Read the full analysis.
Telangana RTA Enforces Strict School Transport Rules
Telangana RTA mandates strict surveillance of school vehicles, holds schools & parents accountable for safety violations. New database & enforcement drives initiated.
Amit Shah Announces Major Crackdown on Organised Crime
Union Home Minister Amit Shah details a comprehensive national strategy against organised crime, focusing on coordination, technology, and stringent laws. Read the full plan.
India's First AI-Powered National Crime Database Launched
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils India's first national Organised Crime Network Database (OCND), an AI-powered platform to dismantle cross-state criminal syndicates and boost internal security.
Jaipur RTO Scam: FIRs Ordered, Reports Due Dec 31
Rajasthan transport department cracks down on vehicle number allotment scam. RTOs directed to file criminal cases and submit detailed probe reports by year-end. Full story inside.
Delhi pushes for centralised land asset database to curb encroachments
Delhi government mandates all land-owning departments to submit property details for DAMIS, a centralised online system aimed at preventing encroachments and improving asset management.
Trump Photo Restored in Public Epstein Files Database
The US Justice Department has released thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, reinstating a photo of Donald Trump in the public database. Get the latest details on this significant disclosure.
Karur RTO Defies Digital Registration Rules, Demands Bribes
Despite a Madras HC-backed circular, Karur RTO insists on manual vehicle inspections, demanding bribes up to Rs 2000. Dealers allege systemic corruption undermining digital reforms.
Jaipur RTO Scam: Over 2000 Vehicle Owners Get Notices
Jaipur RTO cracks down on a vintage vehicle number scam. Over 2000 owners face scrutiny, documents under verification from Dec 24-26. Read details and consequences.
TG-QUEST: AI Drones Revolutionize Policing in Telangana
Telangana Police unveil TG-QUEST, an AI-powered drone surveillance system. It analyzes live footage, detects crimes, and enforces traffic. Discover how this tech works.
How to Check if a Used Car Has a Loan Before Buying
Buying a used car? Avoid legal and financial risks. Learn 5 simple ways to check if the vehicle is under an unpaid loan before you finalize the deal. Essential guide for smart buyers.
Govt: No Aadhaar Data Breach, 134 Cr Users Secure
The Indian government confirms no security breach in the Aadhaar database, safeguarding data of 134 crore users with multi-layered encryption and ISO certifications. Read details.
Gurgaon MCG's Detailed Infrastructure Survey Till Dec 25
Gurgaon's MCG initiates a comprehensive baseline survey of sectors 1-57 to create a geo-referenced database for roads, sewage, water supply & more. Aim: plug service gaps.
Brothers Arrested for Hacking US Govt Contractor Databases
Two Virginia brothers, former contractors, arrested for allegedly deleting sensitive US government databases. They face decades in prison for cyberattacks and data theft. Read the full details.
Brothers Arrested for Hacking US Govt Contractor Databases
Two brothers from Virginia, Muneeb and Sohaib Akhter, were arrested for allegedly conspiring to destroy sensitive US government databases. Read the full details of the cyberattack and potential prison sentences.
TN Halts State-Wide Migrant Labourer Survey
Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.
Vahan Database Shows 117 Data Anomalies in Vehicle Records
NIC discovers 117 anomalies in Vahan database including 1,500 EVs registered before 1996. Government launches massive data cleansing exercise to identify operational vehicles and improve policy planning.
Sudanese Archaeologist Saves Heritage Amid War
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo builds digital database of Sudan's artifacts as war destroys museums. Learn how she's preserving 7,000-year history from Paris.
Karnataka HC: No Aadhaar Identity via Dead Person's Fingerprint
Karnataka High Court rules deceased fingerprints cannot establish identity from Aadhaar database. Learn how this impacts police investigations and privacy rights.
Kashmir Officials Seek Journalists' Salary Slips For Verification
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir seek detailed employment and financial information from journalists, including salary slips, to create a verified database, raising press freedom concerns.
Karnataka RTO software glitches slash licence applications by 50%
Technical failures in Karnataka's new VAHAN and SARATHI software systems cause massive drop in learner's licence applications, creating chaos across RTOs and leaving applicants stranded.
Kerala youth arrested for hacking police, telecom data
A 24-year-old from Kerala's Malappuram district has been arrested for allegedly hacking into sensitive police and telecom databases, raising serious cybersecurity concerns across India.
IIT-Madras Creates India's First Indigenous Database System
IIT-Madras researchers develop ShaktiDB, India's first homegrown database management system, challenging foreign tech dominance and enhancing data sovereignty.
ShaktiDB: IIT-M's Indigenous Database Challenges Foreign Tech
IIT-Madras researchers develop ShaktiDB, a groundbreaking Indian database system challenging foreign tech dominance and securing national data infrastructure.
AIIMS DNA Portal Reunites Missing Persons with Families
AIIMS Delhi's groundbreaking DNA database portal is solving India's missing persons crisis by matching unidentified bodies with families through genetic profiling technology.
DattaX IT Becomes MariaDB's Official India Distributor
DattaX IT Private Limited becomes MariaDB's official distributor in India, bringing cutting-edge open-source database technology to Indian enterprises for digital transformation.
EC Finalizes SIR System Rollout Nationwide
India's Election Commission is in the final stages of preparing the Seamless Electoral Roll Update System (SIR) for nationwide implementation. The crucial meeting with State CEOs today will determine the rollout timeline for this game-changing electoral r
Govt Launches Service Sector Survey Using GST Data
Indian government leverages GSTN database to identify formal service sector entities for comprehensive economic survey. Draft framework now open for public feedback.
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