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Pahalgam tribute: Delhi CM orders project launches without formal inauguration by her
New Delhi, April 26: Amid toned-down government engagements in the aftermath of the Pahalgam tragedy, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday directed officials to launch development projects without waiting for her to inaugurate them.
Generate revenue streams to make BEST truly 'the best': Maha CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 25: Calling Mumbai’s BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) the lifeline of the city, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday emphasised the need for the undertaking to not only enhance passenger experience through modern buses and better facilities, but also to create its own sources of revenue.
Delhi govt puts off launch of 330 electric buses due to mourning on demise of Pope Francis
New Delhi, April 22: The Delhi government on Tuesday postponed its launch of 330 electric buses due to the national mourning on the demise of Pope Francis.
Delhi govt postpones launch of electric buses due to national mourning on demise of Pope Francis
New Delhi, April 22: The Delhi government has postponed the launch of electric buses under the Dedicated Electric Vehicle Integration (DEVI) scheme due to the national mourning declared by the Government of India on the demise of Pope Francis, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta informed on Tuesday.
Delhi govt to launch 250 mini-electric 'Mohalla Buses' named DEVI tomorrow
New Delhi, April 21: Scripting a new chapter in Delhi's public transport sector, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will launch over 250 air-conditioned mini-electric buses – nine metres in length and named DEVI – on Tuesday to offer commuters a solution in last-mile connectivity.
Delhi govt to unveil Pollution Action Plan 2025-26 next week: Minister Sirsa
New Delhi, April 21: On the eve of World Earth Day, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Monday that the government is preparing to unveil its Pollution Action Plan 2025-26 next week.
Hyundai Motor makes first-ever delivery of electric buses in Japan
Seoul, April 21: Hyundai Motor said on Monday it has delivered five electric buses to the transportation unit of Japan's Iwasaki Group, marking its first commercial electric bus delivery in the neighbouring country.
Himachal Pradesh government elevates Directorate of Elementary Education to School Education
Shimla, March 29: The Himachal Pradesh government has approved the elevation of the Directorate of Elementary Education to the Directorate of School Education, which will now oversee education from pre-nursery to Class 12.
All ST Corporation buses to be converted to non-conventional fuel in phases: Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 26: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis told the Maharashtra Legislative Council on Wednesday that all the buses of the State Transport (ST) Corporation will be converted to non-conventional fuel in a phased manner, as there are plans to start ST buses on electric and LNG.
Delhi Assembly goes paperless with Budget App, iPads for MLAs; CAG report on DTC tabled
New Delhi, March 24: The Delhi Assembly on Monday took its first step towards paperless work with Speaker Vijender Gupta announcing distribution of new iPads to all legislators and uploading of all documents related to Budget 2025-26 on the Delhi Budget application.
Delhi govt to sign AB-PMJAY MoU with Centre on April 10; Mohalla buses to hit roads from April 1
New Delhi, March 18: Aiming to deliver its promise to provide free health insurance, the Delhi government will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Central government on April 10 to extend benefits of AB-PMJAY to city residents, said Minister Pankaj Singh on Tuesday.
Electric buses to see 15 pc sales growth in India at 17,000 units in FY27: Report
New Delhi, March 11: The annual sales volume of electric buses in the country is expected to reach more than 17,000 units in FY27 -- nearly 15 per cent growth from total bus sales volume of 4 per cent in FY24, a report showed on Tuesday.
Must work to take tally to 309 'achhe din': Gopal Rai challenges Delhi Environment Minister to take pollution control efforts to next level
New Delhi, March 2: AAP leader Gopal Rai on Sunday challenged new Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa to take Delhi's pollution control efforts to the next level and urged the current BJP government to increase the tally to 309 days of clean air.
India showcases green hydrogen bus for sustainable transportation to experts, investors
New Delhi, March 1: India took a major step towards green mobility on Saturday with a demonstration ride of a Green Hydrogen-powered bus on the Taj Palace Hotel, Sardar Patel to Bharat Mandapam route.
EaseMyTrip to invest Rs200 cr in electric bus manufacturing, signs tender for sustainable transport in MP
Bhopal, February 24: At the Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025, held in Bhopal, Rikant Pittie, CEO of EaseMyTrip, announced the company's plans to invest Rs200 crore in the electric bus sector.
HRTC approves 700 new buses to strengthen Himachal's transport infrastructure
Shimla, February 22: The Himachal Pradesh Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) has approved the procurement of more than 700 new buses, including nearly 350 electric buses, to modernise its fleet and enhance transport services in the state. The decision was taken during the 159th Board of Directors meeting of HRTC, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, who also holds the transport portfolio.