Union Minister Nitin Gadkari explained that toll taxes are collected over time to cover various government expenses incurred before and after the toll collection process begins. He used the example of purchasing a car or house on loan to illustrate this point. He also addressed complaints of excessive toll collection on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway, stating…
A recent study published in The Lancet warns that more than 39 million people could die globally from antibiotic-resistant infections in the next 25 years. This issue, known as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), is expected to worsen in the coming decades. Over one million people already die each year due to AMR, a trend that has…
The death toll in the collapse of a three-storey house in Zakir Nagar has risen to 10, with one person still feared to be trapped under the debris. The deceased have been identified, and some injured individuals are undergoing treatment at a local medical college. Rescue operations are ongoing, with officials overseeing the process and…
After complaints from MPs about the behavior of toll collectors at Chennai International Airport, the contractor responsible for parking announced they will educate their staff on dealing with VIP flyers. The toll collectors have been replaced and instructed to be polite and courteous. The contractor has also apologized to airport authorities for the incident. An…
The Maharashtra government has decided to waive toll taxes for Ganesha devotees traveling to villages for Ganesh Utsav from September 5 to 19. This move aims to ease the journey for devotees and provide relief during the festival. Toll exemptions will apply to various highways and toll booths under the Public Works Department and Maharashtra…