Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: News
FASTag annual pass starts August 15: How to apply
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has launched the FASTag Annual Pass to ease travel on National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE).
Traveling via national highways in India will now be cheaper
The Indian government has announced a major reduction in toll rates, cutting them by as much as 50%.
Taking cab at rush hour? You'll have to pay double
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has updated its guidelines for ride-hailing services like Uber and Ola.
Modi government proposes new number plates for hydrogen fuel vehicles
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed a new category of registration number plate for hydrogen fuel-operated vehicles.
You should soon get 2 helmets with every new 2-wheeler
The Indian government has proposed a new rule to improve road safety.
ABS must for all new 2-wheelers in India from 2026
In a major push for road safety, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has mandated that all new two-wheelers sold in India from January 2026 must have anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
How FASTag annual pass will be game-changer for frequent travelers
India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is said to be considering a new toll policy, one that would introduce a FASTag annual pass at ₹3,000.
Centre notifies ₹1.5L cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims
The Indian government on Tuesday notified a scheme offering cashless medical treatment to victims of road accidents nationwide.
Modi government may launch 'negative points system' for driving licenses
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is all set to introduce a strict system to deal with traffic violations in India.
₹10L cr investment planned to recondition highways: Nitin Gadkari
The Indian government has announced an ambitious two-year plan to invest a whopping ₹10 lakh crore. The investment is aimed at enhancing the country's national highways, with a keen eye on upgrading infrastructure in the Northeast region.
Ola Electric counted unreleased models in its February sales: Report
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Ola Electric added its unreleased models to its February sales figures.
Why expired toll plazas are still operational in Tamil Nadu
EV Velu, Minister for PWD, informed the state assembly that toll plazas in Tamil Nadu continue to collect tolls after their tenure expired because of certain amendments to rules and regulations.
Drowsiness alerts, emergency braking must in 8-seater cars from 2026
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced a major upgrade in vehicle safety standards.
20,000km of roads built! Bharatmala project is 75% complete: Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has confirmed to the Lok Sabha that the Bharatmala Pariyojana has made significant progress.
New FASTag rules effective from tomorrow: What are the changes?
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will implement new FASTag regulations from tomorrow.
What's BH plate for cars and how to get it?
The Bharat (BH) series registration plates were introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in 2021.
How to get a VIP number plate for your vehicle
Fancy registration numbers, aka VIP numbers or special number plates, are a popular means for vehicle owners in India to flaunt their identity.
Planning trip abroad? Here's how to get international driving license
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is an important document for Indian citizens to drive vehicles in foreign countries.
Promote ethanol, flex fuels among public: Gadkari urges auto industry
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has urged the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), to boost public acceptance of ethanol and flex fuels.
Vehicle scrappage will soon depend on pollution levels, not age
The Indian government is developing a new policy for vehicle scrappage, which will be based on pollution levels rather than the age of the vehicles.
Free 20km travel for GNSS-equipped vehicles on national highways
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced changes to the National Highways Fee Rules, offering free travel up to 20km for personal vehicles.
Modi government to construct 74 new tunnels for ₹1L crore
The Indian government has announced an ambitious plan to build 74 new tunnels, spanning a total distance of 273km.
No FASTag on front windshield? Prepare to be penalized
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has issued new guidelines to enforce the proper affixation of FASTag on a vehicle's front windshield from the inside.
Delhi government raises pollution certificate rates for vehicles
The Delhi government has increased the fees for Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates for the first time in 13 years.
Indian highways, city roads may soon have dedicated two-wheeler lanes
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in India is formulating a comprehensive plan, to build dedicated lanes for two-wheelers on state highways and urban roads.
Sweeping changes to India's driving license rules from June 2024
Starting June 1, 2024, the process of obtaining a driving license in India will undergo significant changes, as announced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
UK government deploys AI-powered robot to repair potholes
The Hertfordshire County Council in the UK has begun utilizing an artificial intelligence (AI) robot to enhance its road conditions by automatically filling potholes.
Indian government announces free medical treatment for accident victims
The Union Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) is set to offer free medical treatment to all injured accident victims.
Delhi to get new road to reduce airport travel time
Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has announced the launch of Urban Extension Road 2, a significant ring road project in Delhi.
Nitin Gadkari's big announcement: Pothole-free highways in India by year-end
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced an ambitious goal to eliminate all potholes from India's 1.46 lakh kilometer national highway network by the end of this year.
Mandatory vehicle fitness testing deadline extended to October 1, 2024
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has extended the deadline for mandatory fitness testing of transport vehicles. Initially, different deadlines were set for various vehicle categories.
Loud horns to be a thing of past in India
The Indian government is taking a significant step to reduce noise pollution on its roads by enforcing a 50-decibel limit for vehicle horns.
Bharat NCAP safety ratings, explained
India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced Bharat NCAP, a voluntary crash test rating system. It is designed to enhance vehicle safety and encourage better driving practices.
Dwarka Expressway: All key features of India's new 'engineering marvel'
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari shared visuals of the newly-built Dwarka Expressway, India's first eight-lane elevated motorway, on Sunday.
Bharat NCAP to launch on August 22; elevating vehicle safety
The Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) will be launched on August 22 by the Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari.
How BS6 Phase 2 RDE norms will affect your car
With the central government getting ready to implement the updated BS6 Phase 2 emission norms in India from April onward, the automotive industry is bound to change soon.
Indian government wants you to drive faster on some roads
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways or MoRTH has proposed an increase in speed limits on national highways and expressways.
Delhi-Mumbai Expressway: PM Modi inaugurates Rs. 12,150cr-worth 246km Sohna-Dausa-Lalsot stretch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 246-kilometer-long Sohna-Dausa-Lalsot section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway at Dausa, Rajasthan.
Traveling via road to become faster than flights, Gadkari indicates
Now traveling between major cities via roadways will get faster, assures Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
Chennai: Techie falls after hitting pothole, run over by truck
A 22-year-old software engineer was reportedly mowed down by a truck near Maduravoyal in Chennai on Tuesday at 7:20 am.
Tamil Nadu, UP top in road accidents; 6-9 pm riskiest
The most number of accidents on National Highways in India in 2021 were reported from Tamil Nadu, followed by Uttar Pradesh, while the most number of fatalities from such accidents were reported from the latter.
Centre proposes implementation of fuel consumption standards for all vehicles
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a notification proposing the inclusion of light, medium and heavy vehicles from various categories, under the ambit of Fuel Consumption Standards (FCS) from April 2023.
PM Modi launches Vehicle Scrappage Policy. Here are key features
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched the National Vehicle Scrappage Policy, aiming to phase out unfit and polluting vehicles.
Government proposes new compulsory rules for tires to improve safety
The Government of India has issued a notification that proposes new mandatory norms for four-wheeler tires.
NHAI, automakers asked to tighten IT security after cyber threats
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Sunday alerted the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and its other wings as well as automobile makers to enhance their IT security systems citing reports about possible cyber attacks targeted at the Indian Transport sector.
Registration renewal cost for 15-year-old vehicles to be increased
In an attempt to encourage voluntary vehicle scrappage, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed to increase the prices for the renewal of registration of vehicles older than 15 years.
FASTags mandatory from tomorrow midnight; double fee for violators: Centre
The automatic toll plaza payment system FASTag will be made mandatory from tomorrow midnight, the central government said on Sunday.
Budget 2021: What is the voluntary vehicle scrappage policy?
During her Union Budget 2021 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday announced a voluntary vehicle scrappage policy.
Indonesia: Passenger plane with over 50 onboard missing after take-off
A Sriwijaya Air passenger plane with more than 50 people on board has lost contact with the Indonesian aviation authorities shortly after taking off from Jakarta on Saturday.
Vehicle scrappage policy in last lap for Cabinet nod
Months after it was first proposed, the much-delayed vehicle scrappage policy is finally in its last lap of clearance.