toll policy

The Centre will fund urban decongestion projects on national highways only if states contribute financially, as per the new Urban Congestion Policy. Projects will be fully access-controlled, 4-lane corridors with closed tolling. States can contribute through land acquisition cost sharing, GST reimbursement, land pooling, or value capture mechanisms.

A Mumbai content creator's social media posts detailing an alleged physical altercation with an Uber driver over an extra cash payment have gone viral. She claims the driver slapped her and twisted her hand after she refused to pay an additional Rs 40 for tolls. Uber India has since reinstated her account and stated action has been taken.

Revamp Keeps Vehicles Within Free Exit Window

A devastating fire in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar hotel claimed at least 21 lives, including foreign nationals from countries like Bangladesh and Nigeria. The External Affairs Minister expressed condolences and assured assistance to embassies. Investigations reveal the establishment may have operated with more rooms than permitted, raising serious questions about safety and emergency response.

A widening probe into the Malviya Nagar hotel fire, which claimed 21 lives, has uncovered a blocked roof exit and cooking heaters in guest rooms. Police are searching for the absconding manager and have issued a Look Out Circular for the owner and his wife amid concerns of illegal construction and fire safety lapses.

June 3rd marks a confluence of pivotal moments shaping history. From Rabindranath Tagore's protest against colonial rule and Edward VIII's abdication for love, to the Zoot Suit Riots exposing racial tensions and the partition of India, this date witnessed profound change. It also saw humanity's first steps in space, Bob Marley's iconic 'Exodus', and the passing of Muhammad Ali.

In a surprising turn of events on Mira Road, a conflict sparked over the presence of goats brought into a housing society for Bakrid festivities, resulting in public demonstrations and police involvement. While the right to religious sacrifice is safeguarded by law, municipal regulations strictly prohibit the act within residential properties.

Iran has rejected US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks, accusing Washington of distorting regional realities and diverting attention from its destabilizing policies. Tehran asserts that US sanctions, not its own actions, have disrupted global energy markets and held them hostage. Rubio had previously accused Iran of holding the energy market hostage during his visit to India.

Rylan Clark candidly discusses the emotional toll of cancel culture on his friendships, admitting it's 'really tough' to see close companions fall victim. He emphasizes the need to question accusations and not blindly believe everything heard or read.

Oppose Higher Fuel Costs and Environmental Charges; No Impact On City Traffic Flow

Gold price prediction today: Gold prices may gain if oil prices fall, but the rise is likely to be capped, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan.

Pedestrian Safety, Curbing Sidewalk Encroachments Among Aims

India's three-language policy is back at the centre of national debate, and the argument is the same one it has always been. The CBSE's 2026 mandate to make three languages compulsory up to Class 10 is framed as a step towards multilingualism and national integration. In Tamil Nadu and much of the South, it is being read as something else entirely. The question is not really about languages. It never was.

President Trump's Beijing visit concluded without major breakthroughs, highlighting a widening gap in core interests between the US and China. While projecting stability, the meetings revealed limited cooperation on issues like Iran and Taiwan, with trade offering the only tangible deliverables. Both leaders claimed victory, entering a transactional phase focused on leverage.

Chennai faces a dilemma between commercialized, ticketed parks and free, natural green spaces. Public funds are used for expensive makeovers of existing parks into paid attractions, while essential inner-city green areas are lost to development. The government's Urban Greening Policy aims for ecological equity, but population pressure questions its implementation.

AIMTC cautions against ‘disruption’ of livelihoods and nationwide supply chains

US President Trump revealed Chinese President Xi Jinping desires the Strait of Hormuz reopened to stabilize global energy markets. Both leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity of this crucial shipping route's resumption. Discussions also touched upon potential increased Chinese purchases of American oil and agricultural products, alongside ongoing tensions regarding Taiwan.

President Trump's visit to China is overshadowed by the Iran War, which has disrupted global energy supplies and impacted his approval ratings. While trade and Taiwan remain on the agenda, the protracted conflict in Iran presents a significant challenge, with the US struggling to achieve its war aims and facing a decline in superpower status.