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Time of India
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
200 smart cameras in Mangaluru start detecting traffic violations ahead of July launch
M Tired of too many ads? go ad free now ANGALURU: Nearly 200 smart cameras installed on Mangaluru city roads by the Mangaluru Smart City Limited (MSCL) have started capturing images of traffic violators in the city. Once implemented fully, the intelligent traffic management system will send auto-generated traffic slips to the mobile phones of vehicle owners. The Mangaluru City Traffic Police already commenced the trial run, and violators have been receiving alert messages on their mobile phones. However, the system will be officially launched in July, and thereafter violators will be made to pay penalties as per the Motor Vehicles rules. The high-resolution cameras installed at prominent locations in the city started detecting various violations, including two-wheeler riding without a helmet, car driving without a seat belt, wrong-side driving, and signal jumping. The Mangaluru Smart City Limited (MSCL) installed nearly 200 artificial intelligence cameras at various locations on the main roads of the city. High-resolution cameras equipped with AI tools are monitoring traffic flow and effectively detecting violations. The cameras provide real-time visuals, while the AI tools analyse the captured footage to identify and track traffic offences. DCP (Crime & Traffic) K Ravi Shankar told TOI that the entire system is under a trial run and it will be made fully functional from July 1. 'Those who violate traffic rules will receive messages on their mobile phones during the trial run. However, we are not framing charges based on the camera inputs for the time being. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now We are planning to launch the system from next month with the help of the National Informatics Centre (NIC). All cameras are linked to the NIC. After completing all necessary procedures, the system will be in place to check traffic violations in the city. In the next 10 days, we will be able to rectify all technical issues,' he said. Smart cameras have been installed on MG Road, Bendoorwell, Mangaladevi, Pandeshwar, Mallikatta, Bejai, and several other locations.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
School reopening nears in Telangana, but 8k buses not yet fit to ferry students
HYDERABAD: With schools to reopen on June 12, parents and students face a concerning situation as 8,657 buses operated by educational institutions remain off the roads, confined to garages across the state. According to data from the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), there are 25,677 buses operated by educational institutions. However, only 17,020 of these buses have fitness certificates so far. In Greater Hyderabad alone, over 3,000 school buses still need to undergo mandatory fitness tests, despite the Regional Transport Authority having made this facility available for the past three weeks. The Motor Vehicles (MV) rules mandate that school managements maintain valid fitness documentation for their vehicles. Furthermore, these buses must be equipped with emergency exits and fire safety equipment. The RTA conducts annual inspections to assess vehicle condition before issuing fitness certificates, which are required prior to the commencement of transport services for the academic year. In addition, the RTA will scrutinise auto-rickshaws and omni buses, having found that many of these vehicles are operating beyond their permitted passenger capacity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 외우지 않아도 영어가 기억된다면? 40분만 투자해보세요 스티븐영어 지금 시작하기 Undo From June 12, surprise checks will be carried out to determine whether these vehicles meet fitness standards, avoid overloading, and are not unauthorisedly used for transporting pupils. The Transport department has issued instructions to all District Transport Officers (DTOs) and Regional Transport Officers (RTOs) to conduct a special drive across their respective jurisdictions, focusing exclusively on vehicles used to transport school children. They have been instructed to check for valid fitness certificates, compliance with seating capacity norms, and the unauthorised use of private vehicles for commercial or hire purposes. Vehicles found to be unfit or dangerously overloaded are to be taken off the road, with proper records maintained of all inspections and violations. "School buses over 15 years old must not be operated. If such ageing or unfit vehicles are used to transport students, not only will the vehicles be seized, but legal action will be initiated against the managements. The responsibility for maintaining vehicles operated by educational institutions lies with school management. The buses must be kept in good condition, and experienced drivers must be employed," said M Chandrasekhar Goud, joint transport commissioner (Vigilance & Enforcement). Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Karnataka high court calls for review of law for clearer classification of vehicles
Bengaluru: The high court has called for a review of the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act, 1988, to address ambiguities in vehicle classifications. Justice M Nagaprasanna, while dismissing a petition filed by the Karavali Bus Owners Association, suggested that the union surface transport ministry revisit and clarify existing definitions in the backdrop of modern vehicular categories and toll collection complexities. The petitioners, who operate stage carriages in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, had challenged toll charges levied at the Hejamadi and Sastana toll plazas. They argued that their vehicles, which have gross weights between 7,500kg and 12,000kg, should be categorised as minibuses and not as full-sized buses. As per the concession agreement, minibuses attract tolls at 50% of the rate applicable to buses. The petitioners also raised concerns over the deduction of additional amounts from their FASTag accounts by Udupi Sasthana Tollway Pvt Ltd through a "chargeback process." Their previous representation to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) against the alleged excess toll collection was rejected. Justice Nagaprasanna noted that vehicles below 7,500kg are categorised as light motor vehicles and those above 12,000 kg as heavy passenger vehicles. However, the classification of vehicles weighing between 7,501kg and 12,000kg—often referred to as medium passenger vehicles—remains unclear, particularly when they are described as "buses" for toll purposes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 5 Wealth Management Firms in The United States SmartAsset Learn More Undo The court clarified that tolls are governed by the National Highways Fee Rules and the terms of concession agreements, not by the MV Act alone. Concluding that the deductions were lawful and aligned with the registration certificates and relevant rules, the court dismissed the petition but emphasised the need for legislative clarity on vehicle categorisation. ——————— Blurb Justice Nagaprasanna said the classification of vehicles weighing between 7,501kg and 12,000kg, often referred to as medium passenger vehicles, remains unclear, particularly when they are described as buses for toll purposes
CTV News
30-05-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Nova Scotia removing more interprovincial trade barriers
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston speaks to reporters at the Nova Scotia legislature in Halifax, Feb. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese The Government of Nova Scotia is removing more barriers to facilitate trade, transportation and construction with the rest of the country. New regulations will allow more commercial trucks and passenger vehicles to enter and operate within the province, said a Friday news release. Premier Tim Houston said Nova Scotia wants free trade nationwide. 'If a vehicle can operate in another province or territory, it should be able to operate in Nova Scotia. We are removing needless and burdensome barriers,' said Houston. 'This is another example of how we are taking a Team Canada approach to creating a more prosperous future.' The province will introduce legislative changes to the new Traffic Safety Act in the fall that will allow for permanent changes, said the release. The Registrar of Motor Vehicles will still be able to add special conditions on some vehicles for safety and to protect infrastructure. This could include limiting some road or bridge access and age restrictions. Most vehicles that were restricted in Nova Scotia were commercial trucks and low-speed vehicles, said the release. Nova Scotia also announced plans to amend the building code to accommodate factory-built, modular homes that satisfy national standards without requiring them to meet provincial standards. Manufacturers redesign building models for each province's standards, increasing time and costs. 'Both of these moves are to address unique and urgent challenges brought on by the trade war and housing crisis,' said Premier Houston. 'It is about fairness for workers, opportunity for businesses and respect for Canadians' right to move, work and trade freely across their own country, and it's about getting people into safe and affordable housing, faster.' Proposed building code amendments include: enhance productivity and accelerate the development of new modular housing allow modular construction contractors operate under one national standard, rather than individual provincial codes position Nova Scotia as national leaders in housing innovation and reduction of interprovincial trade barriers position Nova Scotia as an easy export destination for modular housing and invite reciprocal recognition for Nova Scotian manufacturers from other provinces and territories The proposed building code changes only apply to factory-built construction, said the release. The Motor Vehicle Act changes take effect Tuesday. They will be evaluated to inform regulatory updates. A mandatory 45-day public notice period for building code changes will be observed. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
The Hindu
30-05-2025
- The Hindu
Rachakonda traffic police crush modified motorcycle silencers
The Rachakonda Police have launched a campaign against illegal motorcycle silencer modifications to tackle noise pollution. The special drive has resulted in 2,325 cases being booked and 1,297 illegally modified silencers confiscated. The seized items were publicly destroyed at Uppal Bhagayath in the presence of senior traffic and law and order officials. The move is in line with the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and the Mission LiFE Campaign, both aiming to counter the growing menace of urban pollution and promote sustainable practices. Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu said that the racket around modified silencers not only breaches traffic norms but also aggravates noise and air pollution, posing a serious risk to public health. 'These modifications are more than just a fashion statement for thrill-seeking bikers,' the officer said, adding that they are a threat to every pedestrian and commuter caught off-guard by the roar of an unregulated engine or the blast of a pressure horn. The Commissioner cited multiple studies linking long-term exposure to traffic noise with cardiovascular diseases, particularly among adults and the elderly. Excessive noise is also known to cause respiratory issues, high blood pressure, sleep disturbances, memory problems, and psychological stress. Under Section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act, bikers caught using modified silencers or pressure horns that exceed 80 decibels face penalties of up to ₹10,000 and imprisonment of up to six months. Workshops and dealers have also been put on notice, with those found fitting illegal silencers may face similar legal action. Citizens are encouraged to report violators and cooperate with the campaign for cleaner air and safer roads.
