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Bengaluru Yellow Line Metro EXCLUSIVE Report: Will Yellow Line Finally Bring Relief? Citizens Speak [Video]

Bengaluru Yellow Line Metro EXCLUSIVE Report: Will Yellow Line Finally Bring Relief? Citizens Speak

With the much-awaited Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line nearing launch, hopes are high for an end to Silk Board Junction’s infamous traffic snarls. Our exclusive ground report brings you voices from..

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Radhika Yadav की उसके पिता ने क्यों ली जान, Gurugram Police के सामने  [Video]

Radhika Yadav की उसके पिता ने क्यों ली जान, Gurugram Police के सामने

Radhika Yadav Case: गुरुग्राम (Gurugram) में सुशांत लोक फेस-2 में टेनिस खिलाड़ी राधिका यादव (Radhika..

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BREAKING: Gujarat Bridge COLLAPSE Kills 3 As Vehicles DROP Into River | 3 DEAD, Road Link Snapped [Video]

BREAKING: Gujarat Bridge COLLAPSE Kills 3 As Vehicles DROP Into River | 3 DEAD, Road Link Snapped

A major tragedy has struck Gujarat after the Gambhira bridge, a crucial link connecting Anand and Vadodara, collapsed on Wednesday. At least three people have lost their lives in the incident, which..

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Major fire in Harrow causes severe tube delays [Video]

Major fire in Harrow causes severe tube delays

Around 100 firefighters tackled a fire close to the tube tracks in South Harrow overnight. Commuters using the Picadilly line have since faced severe delays. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at..

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India Ola, Uber, Rapido Fares Go Up: Cab Fares Surge, Rules Now Allow 2X Charges During Peak Hours [Video]

India Ola, Uber, Rapido Fares Go Up: Cab Fares Surge, Rules Now Allow 2X Charges During Peak Hours

The new Cab Fare Surge rules under the 2025 Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines allow cab aggregators like Ola, Uber, and Rapido to charge up to 2X the base fare during peak hours — a sharp increase..

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'Fine has been in place for years': Passengers urge BMRCL to scrap overstay penalty; Yellow Line commuters face long waits, overcrowding

Commuters on Bengaluru's Namma Metro Yellow Line are facing a frustrating situation due to long wait times and overcrowded trains. Passengers are being penalized for overstaying at stations, even when..
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Delhi Metro To Begin 4 AM Services On Independence Day For Commuters

On August 15, Delhi Metro will start operations at 4 AM to facilitate early travel for Independence Day celebrations and security arrangements.
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Independence Day 2025: Full Traffic Restrictions For Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad - What Commuters Must Know

Plan your commute! Extensive traffic restrictions, road closures, and heavy vehicle bans were announced for Delhi, Gurugram & Faridabad ahead of Independence Day 2025.  
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Big relief for Bengaluru techies: Metro’s Yellow Line brings cheer to IT professionals who were wrestling road traffic to Electronics City

Bengaluru's tech commuters experienced a refreshing Monday as the Yellow Line of Namma Metro commenced operations, easing traffic woes. The initial enthusiasm was evident, with many ditching road..
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Independence Day 2025: Traffic restrictions in Delhi on Aug 13 for I-Day rehearsal; check timings, diversions

Commuters have been advised to use public transport, especially the Delhi Metro, and plan their journeys in advance.
DNA - Published

Mumbai: Santacruz-Chembur Link Road extension expected to open on August 14

Mumbai's Santacruz-Chembur Link Road extension is set to open on August 14, promising faster east-west travel. This new link, executed by MMRDA, will connect the Eastern and Western Express Highways,..
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Bengaluru techies cheer as Namma Metro Yellow Line from R V Road to Bommasandra begins service; trains every 25 minutes ease Electronics City traffic woes

Bengaluru's Yellow Line metro starts operations on August 11. It connects R V Road to Bommasandra. The first train departs at 6:30 am. The end-to-end fare is sixty rupees. The metro reduces travel time..
IndiaTimes - Published

Mumbai: Curbs leave Central Railway passengers stranded on Raksha Bandhan night

Commuters say authorities disconnected from public; slam them for failing to take into account celebration of festivals while planning their work; top CR managers at the head office remained busy with..
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Mumbai to Pune in just 90 minutes: Good news for commuters, Union minister Nitin Gadkari announces new highway, check details

The minister also stressed that huge infrastructure work worth Rs 2 lakh crore is being undertaken around Pune and expressed how challenging it was to acquire land for the expansion of Pune airport.
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Delhi Metro Sets New Single-Day Ridership Record With Over 81 Lakh Passengers On Rakhi Festival

Over 81 lakh passengers had travelled through the Delhi Metro on August 8 (Rakshabandhan). As the DMRC celebrated its achievement of the record, several commuters shared their mixed experiences of the..
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Mumbai: Dadar station’s peak-hour rush turns platform switch into a risky ordeal

The choke point seems to be this very staircase leading to the bridge that reeks of impending bodily harm for commuters, leading many to turn around and choose an equally dangerous solution —..
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Rs 7,610 crore project and a 8-year wait: Yellow Line promises breathing room for Bengaluru techies, commuters; 10 things you should know

After an eight-year wait, Bengaluru's Yellow Line, a 19km elevated corridor connecting RV Road to Bommasandra, is set to open. This crucial link in Phase II of Namma Metro will connect south Bengaluru..
IndiaTimes - Published

Delhi commute alert! Traffic police team up with Google for real-time alerts for accident-prone zones: Check details

The Delhi Traffic Police are working with Google to mark accident-prone zones as black spots on Google Maps, providing real-time alerts to commuters. Know more details here:
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Hawkers, beggars and unauthorised staff occupy Mumbai AC locals trains

Ineligible staff, hawkers, and beggars take over premium locals, leaving paying commuters stranded; regular passengers allege that these trains are overrun by Matunga and Parel workshop staff, many of..
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Mumbai: Fading road markings put city commuters at risk

A visit to five spots across the city reveals that road markings like zebra crossings, rumble strips, and reflectors are barely visible; civic officials say they will resolve issue after monsoon
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How innovative funding built Bengaluru Metro’s Yellow Line stations: City’s tallest interchange & first double-decker flyover; cuts travel time for lakhs of commuters

Bengaluru's Yellow Line Metro, connecting RV Road to Bommasandra, showcases corporate-funded stations, with companies like Infosys, Biocon, and Delta Electronics investing in construction for naming..
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Mumbai: Western Railway says ‘Namaste’ to ticketless commuters

Army of 300 ticket collectors, 50 cops part of drive; first exercise conducted at Borivli station; this development comes amid the rise in incidents of unruly behaviour of commuters with railway..
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Traveling via Gorakhpur Link Expressway? Toll now applicable at Bhagwanpur, know how much to pay

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway in Eastern Uttar Pradesh was built to high standards, boasting an advanced traffic management system. The 91.35 km four-lane expressway connects directly to the Purvanchal..
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Commuters Stranded As Karnataka Transport Workers Launch Statewide Strike

Transport workers across Karnataka launched a state-wide strike demanding pending salaries, wage revision, and end to privatisation. Bus services halted, causing chaos for commuters as private buses..
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Unpaid salaries, opposition to privatisation: Why Karnataka transport workers are protesting - key points

A strike by Karnataka's state-run transport workers has disrupted bus services across the state, causing significant inconvenience to commuters. The workers are protesting over unpaid salaries, wage..
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Karnataka bus strike begins: Employees defy HC order as talks fail; thousands stranded across state

Karnataka's public transport system is paralyzed as state road transport corporation employees initiate an indefinite strike, demanding wage revision and clearance of salary arrears. Despite a High..
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Karnataka bus services disrupted: RTC employees begin indefinite strike despite high court ban; over 1 crore commuters hit

Road transport corporation employees in Karnataka are proceeding with an indefinite strike starting Tuesday, despite a High Court order to hold off. Talks with the Chief Minister regarding wage arrears..
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Good news for Ghaziabad, Greater Noida Commuters: New flyover to ease Shahberi bottleneck, details here

The Ghaziabad Development Authority has given nod to the Shahberi Flyover project, which will help ease the increasing traffic jams in Shahberi village. The flyover with a 200-meter long ramp will also..
DNA - Published

Pune: PMPML launches new bus service in Chakan following high demand

Mid-Day had earlier highlighted Chakan’s traffic problems in its August 3 edition, reporting how commuters face unruly traffic and poor infrastructure conditions
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Mumbai: Central Railway’s Kopar railway station finally gets mobile toilet

Installation off vital loos done on orders of local MLA Ravindra Chavan; commuters credit station manager for getting the work done; Kopar is a crucial junction between Diva and Dombivli on the Central..
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Good news for Bengaluru residents: PM Modi to inaugurate Namma Yellow Line Metro on..., commute time to be reduced by...., check date and key features here

The Yellow Line aims to benefit around eight lakh commuters, easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity in Bengaluru. The 19.15 km long line has been built for Rs 5,056.99 crore.
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Mumbai | Sunday mega blocks: Backbone of Central Railway’s maintenance strategy

Every Sunday, Central Railway halts select suburban services for essential Mega Block operations. These scheduled pauses enable over 500 workers to inspect, repair, and upgrade tracks, signals, and..
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1.4km, 90 minutes: Bengaluru’s Sarjapur residents demand urgent fix to traffic mess; 'we are fed up', say locals

Bengaluru commuters on the Sarjapur-Dommasandra stretch are facing severe traffic congestion, particularly near Dommasandra Junction, due to the stalled flyover construction. Residents and educational..
IndiaTimes - Published

Viral Video: Indian woman dances in US subway as commuters struggle to get past her, netizens say, 'Some kind of freak...'

A video, featuring a woman recording herself dancing in the middle of a US subway coach, is getting viral online, leaving netizens disgusted.
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MMRDA gives Mumbai’s Metro pillars a colourful makeover

Under the project, MMRDA has used distinct thematic designs and colour schemes for pillars of different Mumbai Metro lines. For instance, if a metro line is designated as the `Red Line,` its pillars..
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Delhi News: Traffic movement on this key flyover to be suspended for 30 days from...; police issue advisory

The Delhi Police has advised commuters to avoid the flyover and use the slip road as an alternate route.
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States of emergency for New York & New Jersey; video shows subways swamped, flooded streets: Key points

A powerful storm wreaked havoc across the US East Coast, prompting states of emergency in New York and New Jersey. Torrential rain transformed streets into rivers, crippling transportation and..
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Layoff jitters: As Bengaluru techies flock to office, traffic worsens on Outer Ring Road; engineers say, 'we need better infrastructure, not just WFH'

Bengaluru's tech sector faces increased traffic congestion on Outer Ring Road, worsened by job insecurity and fear of layoffs. Employees are prioritizing office presence, leading to a 20-45% rise in..
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Why India Loves Rummy: A Look into the Country's Undying Love for the Classic Card Game

why india loves rummy: a look into the country's undying love for the classic card game
India's love affair with rummy has been a long, intense one. From the festive living room tables to the glowing mobile screens, the classic card game has undergone several significant changes. In..
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More fast locals to halt at Diva station from September after protest ends

Commuter protests at Diva station have been called off after railway officials assured more fast locals will halt there in the new timetable from September. Protesters demanded better train access and..
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Delhi-NCR Reels From Heavy Rains, Widespread Waterlogging; IMD Forecasts 7 More Days Of Monsoon | Check Latest Updates

Delhi-NCR experienced relentless heavy rainfall through Wednesday night, starting around 10 PM, leading to widespread waterlogging and significant disruption for commuters across the capital region.
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Mumbai: Ghatkopar bridge cracks just three months after renovation

Tiles on Ghatkopar’s newly redone bridge already broken, exposing shoddy repair work; stairs now pose a risk for thousands of commuters
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Hong Kong Throws City-Wide First Birthday Party for its Much-Loved Panda Twins

hong kong throws city-wide first birthday party for its much-loved panda twins
*Hong Kong* Celebrations will break out across Hong Kong on 15 August as the city marks the first birthday of the city's much-loved giant panda twins -big sister Jia Jia and little brother De De. The..
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UAE: Travelling between Dubai and Sharjah just got easier, E308 bus route now in service

A new RTA bus route, E308, now connects Dubai's Stadium Bus Station and Sharjah's Al Jubail Bus Station, operating daily from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM with 30-minute intervals. This affordable intercity..
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Good news for highway commuters, Modi govt to launch FASTag annual pass scheme, it will allow...

With the launch of this scheme, the government aims to further reduce congestion at toll booths and promote a more hassle-free experience for highway commuters.
DNA - Published

Heavy rain lashes Mumbai: Local trains delayed, traffic chokes key roads; IMD issues warning

Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall on Friday. Local train services faced delays. Traffic congestion occurred on major roads. Central Railway reported train delays on Main and Harbour lines. The IMD..
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Mumbai: Nahur commuters suffer as platform work drags on for months

The western approach to Nahur station, which connects several large residential societies, an IT park, and an industrial belt, sees thousands of footfalls daily. However, the footpath on this side,..
Mid-Day - Published

Mumbai: Andheri subway shut 10 times in July over flooding

Andheri subway is a crucial east-west connector in the western suburbs and a known flooding hotspot every monsoon. With the subway inundated with up to 2.5 feet of water on Wednesday and closed to..
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