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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
15-0.5% in 6 months: Technology helps UP slash its licence backlog
Noida: UP has drastically cut its backlog of pending driving licence applications through tighter monitoring and greater use of technology, the state's transport commissioner, BN Singh, said. Official data shows the pendency rate fell to just 0.5% between Jan 1 and June 10, from an earlier 15%. According to data from the transport department, the Ghaziabad RTO region, which includes Noida, Hapur, Ghaziabad, and Bulandshahr, received 24,115 applications in this period, with only 15 cases still pending. The pendency rate is just 0.06%. Data shows a total of 7,889 applications were cleared, with only one application pending. More than 90% of districts have maintained pendency levels below 0.5 percent. Transport commissioner attributed this progress to consistent departmental oversight and impactful awareness campaigns run via social media and other platforms. The commissioner said that the transport department recently launched a 24x7 WhatsApp chatbot service to make transport-related services more accessible. "Citizens now receive step-by-step guidance on applying for learner and permanent licences, checking challans, requesting NOCs, or requesting new vehicles through the chatbot at 8005441222. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo This also significantly increased awareness among people," the commissioner said. The chatbot currently lacks a payment gateway, so users can only retrieve information and make transactions. Siyaram Verma, ARTO (administration), Noida, explained that applicants can apply for a driving licence through the Parivahan portal, where they can submit an application form and pay the required fee. A driving test slot is then assigned, and if the applicant passes the driving test, the licence is issued—typically within 10 to 15 days.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Imran Khan and Lekha Washington make stylish appearance at 'Sitaare Zameen Par' screening
Aamir Khan hosted a special screening of 'Sitaare Zameen Par', attended by stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Rekha. Imran Khan and Lekha Washington made a stylish appearance. The film introduces 10 new actors and follows a coach training children with special basketball talents. Aamir Khan recently held a special screening for his upcoming movie 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. The event attracted several stars, including Shah Rukh Khan , Salman Khan , Rekha, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Vicky Kaushal, Jeetendra, Tushar Kapoor, Kriti Kharbanda, Sunny Kaushal, and Tiger Shroff, who all came to show their support. Imran Khan and Lekha Washington Make a Stylish Appearance Imran Khan, who recently confirmed his relationship with Lekha Washington, attended the screening with her. For the event, he chose a brown jacket paired with a black t-shirt and denim jeans, while Lekha wore a chic floral dress. Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's Fun Moments Shah Rukh Khan walked the red carpet with the 'Sitaare Zameen Par' actors Vedant Sharma, Naman Misra, Aayush Bhansali, and Aroush Datta. Salman Khan made Aamir laugh by joking that Aamir first offered him the film, and he agreed, but later Aamir decided to do it himself. Aamir joked, 'Is it possible he says yes, and I come in between?' Before the screening, Salman called the film 'outstanding.' Family and Familiar Faces Attend Apart from Aamir's girlfriend Gauri Spratt, his children Ira, Junaid, and Azad were present at the screening, along with Tisca Chopra and Darsheel Safary, who appeared in Aamir's acclaimed 2007 film 'Taare Zameen Par'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Introducing New Talent in 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Aamir Khan Productions has launched its latest film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' featuring 10 fresh faces, including Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, and Samvit Desai. The story follows a former basketball coach who takes on the challenge of training children with special abilities in the sport.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
25 Bangladeshi nationals held in Tirupur for illegal entry, stay
Tirupur: The Palladam police on Thursday arrested 25 Bangladeshi nationals for illegal entry and stay in India. Employed with garment units in the district, all the arrested were residing in and around Palladam for more than five years. According to a police officer, the illegal immigrants were nabbed based on a specific tip that Palladam police inspector Mathaiyan and team received on the day. "The team received information that a group of Bangladeshi nationals were residing in rental houses at Kunnangalpalayam near Palladam. They subsequently searched the area and collected identity proofs from the residents. All of them had Aadhaar cards. The team verified the addresses and found that 25 of them with a West Bengal address were Bangladeshi nationals and they had obtained Aadhaar cards by forging documents," the officer said. He said some of the Bangladeshi nationals were residing in the area for more than a decade. "All the arrested managed to enter India illegally through West Bengal and reached Tirupur by train. They were staying in rental houses at Kunnangalpalayam near Karaipudur. They took the houses on rent by submitting Aadhaar cards as their address proof." The arrested Bangladeshi nationals were produced before a judicial magistrate court, which remanded them in judicial custody. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo They were later taken to the Puzhal Central Prison. Police officials in the western Tamil Nadu have intensified the drive against Bangladeshi nationals staying in the region illegally. The Anti-Terrorism Squad is also working to collect the details of such Bangladeshi nationals to secure them. According to an official source, more than 50 Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Tirupur in the past five months.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Soon-to-be mommy Sshura Khan shares adorable Dubai moment with Arbaaz Khan
Sshura Khan and Arbaaz Khan have confirmed they are expecting their first child. Currently vacationing in Dubai, Sshura shared a sweet photo of Arbaaz with the Burj Khalifa, calling him her 'best view.' Arbaaz expressed excitement about fatherhood and will soon reunite with Dharmendra in a new film. Sshura Khan and Arbaaz Khan have confirmed they are expecting their first child together. The couple, currently enjoying a vacation in Dubai, shared a heartfelt moment on social media. Sshura posted a photo of Arbaaz with the Burj Khalifa in the background, capturing their love and excitement during the trip. A Sweet and Candid Snapshot In the photo, Sshura is seen unwinding, while Arbaaz is engaged in important paperwork. The photo gained attention not just for the moment but for Sshura's heartfelt caption, where she tagged Arbaaz and affectionately described him as her 'best view,' adding a tender touch to their shared memory. Pregnancy Rumours Finally Confirmed Rumours about Sshura Khan's pregnancy have been circulating for weeks. Though the couple stayed quiet initially, Arbaaz recently confirmed the exciting news during an interview with ETimes, putting all speculation to rest. He said, 'Yes, it is there. I'm not denying that information because right now it's something that is out there, my family knows about it. People have got to know about it, and it's fine. It's pretty evident also. It's a very exciting time in both our lives. We are happy and excited. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo We're going to welcome this new life in our lives. It's a fresh new feeling for me all over again. I'm excited. I'm happy and I'm looking forward to it. It's just giving me a new sense of happiness or responsibility. I'm kind of liking that." Arbaaz Khan on Parenting When asked about his approach to parenting, Arbaaz emphasized the importance of simply being a good parent. He said, 'There are no categories. You just have to be like a parent who is good. A good parent is someone who's around for their child, who's attentive, who's probably caring, loving and is doing the best to provide for the child. That's all that I want to be." Upcoming Projects On the work front, Arbaaz Khan will soon star alongside Dharmendra in 'Maine Pyaar Kiya Phir Se', marking their first collaboration in 27 years. The actors previously shared the screen in the 1998 blockbuster 'Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya', which also starred Salman Khan and Kajol.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aman Gupta reveals many new sharks joined Shark Tank India to whitewash their image after seeing Anupam and him become heroes; says ' they kept chasing the makers...'
Aman Gupta , an entrepreneur and Shark Tank India judge, is not impressed with the new sharks who have joined the most recent seasons of the iconic business reality TV show. He asserted that, while the judges who have been on the show since season one have no hidden motivations, many businesspeople are now using the show to launder their reputations. During Prakhar's podcast, Aman shared how those entrepreneurs who earlier rejected the show joined him in later seasons, seeing Anupam and him turn heroes. He said, "I like those whose companies are performing well. They're original and aren't in the show to fix their character. My character has been clean right from the start. I don't want to take names, otherwise it'd lead to controversy. Some people had initially rejected Shark Tank, but once they saw Anupam (Mittal) and me become heroes, they had FOMO. So they kept chasing the makers, asking them to make them sharks. And now, they're sharks." Aman further added, "Aman Gupta's character may have changed from season one to season four, yet he remains consistent. We avoid engaging in any pointless activities. Whether you love or hate us, this is who we are. Namita (Thapar) has always been honest about her areas of expertise. I had a way of life; I would do it, and I am not terrified. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo That's why I occasionally dislike these new sharks; otherwise, it's okay." Aman then detailed how many of them begin to have a God complex, which leads to their downfall. He quipped, "A lot of people get a god complex once they start doing well, the media starts writing about them, and the family starts congratulating you via messages. That's where the downfall of everybody starts. We need to understand that. My mom says, 'Even Ravana couldn't keep his pride.' I also believe that. You don't need to have an ego that you can't do no wrong. There's always someone out there doing better than you. You can't think you're the best. You should be able to accept you suck."
