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HSRP will be mandatory for old vehicles from July 1, says Maharashtra transport minister

Over a crore vehicle owners have applied for the special numberplate so far

14 May 2026 11:35 pm
'Bullet's PUC has expired': Congress takes swipe at Devendra Fadnavis motorcycle ride to Vidhan Bhavan

Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar criticized Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's motorcycle ride to Vidhan Bhavan as a publicity stunt, questioning the vehicle's compliance and the police's selective enforcement. The ride, accompanied by Ashish Shelar, aimed to promote fuel conservation following PM Modi's appeal. Minister Nitesh Rane also walked to a cabinet meeting, emphasizing austerity.

14 May 2026 3:12 pm
Devendra Fadnavis reaches Vidhan Bhavan on bike amid PM Narendra Modi's fuel-saving push

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis rode a motorcycle to the Vidhan Bhavan, mirroring PM Modi's call to conserve fuel amid West Asian energy concerns. Minister Nitesh Rane also walked to the Mantralaya. These actions follow the announcement of austerity measures, including halving ministerial convoy vehicles and cancelling foreign trips, to save fuel and foreign exchange.

14 May 2026 12:48 pm
NEET UG 2026 paper leak: Most Sundays in May booked for exams, re-test tough to slot

Organizing a new date for the re-NEET exam is proving to be quite daunting, especially since most Sundays are occupied with alternative major entrance assessments. This scheduling conflict is exerting pressure on the academic timeline, with educational professionals predicting unavoidable hold-ups.

14 May 2026 5:56 am