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State transport minister A K Saseendran in a letter to Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari requested flexibility to fix fines under the ammended Motor Vehicles Act at rates proportionate to the gravity of the offences and which are affordable by all. (Photo: Twitter)

Kerala Transport Minister Saseendran urges to reduce fine in letter to Gadkari

The minister said as per section 200 of the act, Kerala govt has issued notification revising compounding fee with effect from September 1.

17 Sep 2019 10:46 AM

During the 12-day scheme, vehicles will ply alternately on odd and even dates as per their registration numbers. (Photo: ANI)

Odd-even scheme required to counter stubble burning in Delhi: Atishi Marlena

The Delhi Chief Minister said that studies have shown that the scheme helps to reduce air pollution.

14 Sep 2019 4:55 PM

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said that the Odd-Even vehicle rationing scheme announced by Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP government is not needed as a road built by the central government in the national capital has significantly reduced the pollution. (Photo: File)

'Not needed,' says Nitin Gadkari on odd-even in Delhi

A flagship scheme of the AAP government is aimed at combatting pollution and was first implemented in 2015.

13 Sep 2019 3:21 PM

This is also not the first time when Delhi Chief Minister has praised the Centre. Earlier, he had praised the Centre for its role in combating pollution in New Delhi. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal praises Modi govt's Motor Vehicles Act

His statement comes at a time when several states have publicly stated that they plan to reduce the fines.

13 Sep 2019 2:43 PM

A senior official on Thursday said the ministry has also sought legal suggestions on provisions under which some states had revised the traffic penalties. (Photo: File)

Let's talk: Gadkari calls meeting with dissenting CMs on traffic violation fines

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has shunned any possibility of implementing the 'harsh' penalties.

13 Sep 2019 11:29 AM

Union surface transport minister Nitin Gadkari (Photo: PTI)

More BJP-run states reject stiff Motor Vehicles fines

The party feels the law could also take a toll on the pro-people image of the Narendra Modi government.

13 Sep 2019 1:56 AM

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari backed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's claim that the mindsets of millennial were adversely affecting the automobile industry as they prefer to use radio taxi services instead of buying own vehicle. (Photo: File)

Gadkari backs Sitharaman's remark on auto sector slowdown, says 'one of the reasons'

Gadkari, known for his astute business skills, said his ministry along with finance is charting out way to uplift automobile industry.

12 Sep 2019 1:06 PM

‘This was done to save lives. That is my first objective, but I need the cooperation of state governments. This should be above parties and state governments,’ Nitin Gadkari said. (Photo: ANI)

‘Govt's intention is to save lives, not earn revenue’: Gadkari defends hefty fines

Talking about Gujarat’s decision to slash fines prescribed by Centre, he said states will be responsible if they do so.

11 Sep 2019 8:38 PM

The Minister said saving lives of people is a priority for the government. (Photo: PTI)

Motor Vehicles Act is to save lives, not to earn revenue through fines: Gadkari

The Minister pointed out that the number of deaths caused by road accidents is highest in India.

11 Sep 2019 5:49 PM

Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. (Photo: PTI)

Nitin Gadkari says even he got e-challan for speeding

Nitin Gadkari also argued that development is the need of the hour and added that it is fine to cut trees for the purpose.

10 Sep 2019 3:32 AM

'Even I have paid a fine for speeding on the sealink,' Gadkari said. (Photo: File)

'Even I paid fine for speeding on sealink': Gadkari on revised traffic rules

Nitin Gadkari said it is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's wish to make India a 'super economic power'

09 Sep 2019 3:24 PM

No intention to ban petrol, diesel vehicles: Gadkari tells auto industry

The government is putting all the efforts to bring the London transport model.

05 Sep 2019 1:34 PM

Amid auto sector in crisis, Gadkari confirms of not banning petrol, diesel vehicles

The Union Minister also outlined that India's automobile industry had witnessed high volumes in terms of exports and the industry.

05 Sep 2019 1:09 PM

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari and Congress leader received flak on social media. (Photo: Twitter/ @harshit_shukl)

Nitin Gadkari, Rahul Gandhi pulled over on violation of rules on Twitter amid new traffic fines

The hefty fines for traffic violations have triggered worry among law-breaking motorists across the country.

05 Sep 2019 8:56 AM

The new Act has substantially increased penalties for traffic violations such as drunk driving, driving without helmets. (Photo: Representative)

Rs 1000 for jumping red lights, among others in revised fines for traffic violations across country

Almost 63 clauses of the newly amended Motor Vehicle Act has been implemented.

01 Sep 2019 2:22 PM

Rahul went on to share that during his recent visit to Wayanad, he 'received representations regarding setting up medical relief camps staffed by health specialists in Nilambur.' (photo: File)

Seeking help for flood-hit Wayanad, Rahul pens letter to Union ministers

'Recent floods have already claimed lives of over 100 people and uprooted lakhs of people,' Rahul said in his letter to Harsh Vardhan.

27 Aug 2019 10:52 AM

The Madhya Pradesh government has declared a state mourning for three days. His last rites will be performed with state honours. (Photo: ANI)

PM Modi condoles death of former MP CM Babulal Gaur

The 89-year-old BJP leader passed away at a hospital in Bhopal.

21 Aug 2019 12:24 PM

Coming down on red-tapism, Union minister Nitin Gadkari said on Saturday that he warned some officials earlier in the day that if a certain issue was not resolved, he would tell people 'dhulai karo' (thrash them). (Photo: File)

Work or will tell people ‘dhulai karo’: Nitin Gadkari warns officials

Asking entrepreneurs who attended convention to expand their businesses, Gadkari spoke about businessmen being harassed by govt officials.

18 Aug 2019 10:49 AM

Gorai mangrove park foundation laid

The Rs 20 crore park will be built at 20-acre plot near Gorai jetty where visitors can go on boat rides amid mangroves.

17 Aug 2019 2:11 AM

Nitin Gadkari: Rane’s exit from Sena impacted state

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar said Rane should have got a longer term as CM.

17 Aug 2019 1:27 AM

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