Elon Musk Meets PM Modi, Says "I'm Fan Of Modi'
Tesla CEO and Twitter owner Elon Musk met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York, the United States of America, on June 20. After meeting with Modi, Twitter CEO said, "I am a fan of Modi." In major updates, Musk said, "He visited our factory a few years ago. So, we have known each other for a while." Musk praised India and said, India has more potential with future.
Tags: Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, PM Modi, Twitter, meeting
Courtesy: NDTV
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Paytm FASTag User Charged Rs 9 Crores For Using NHAI Toll Plaza
In a bizarre incident, a man was charged Rs 9 crore for using the NHAI's (National Highway Authority Of India) toll plaza in Haryana. The vehicle owner shared the incident under the name, 'gsratta" at the TeamBHP forum. He said, "he was blacklisted by Paytm, citing insufficient balance in his FASTag account as the reason. On inquiring about the ban, he discovered that he had been charged Rs 9 crore."
Tags: Automobiles, FASTag Technology, Paytm User, Bizzare
Courtesy: Zee News India
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Cabs Boycott Trips Between Hyderabad Airport, Other Regions: Telangana
In Hyderabad, cab drivers have decided to boycott their trips from the Shamshabad Airport to other parts of the city, Hyderabad. The protest was started on June 14, by the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union’s (TGPWU) campaign named #LowFareNoAir. Through the campaign, the drivers aim to make cab aggregators understand the hardships they face due to low fares, especially with a distance from the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport,… read-more
Tags: Travel passengers, cab service, Hyderabad Cabs, Ola-Uber, Low Fare Protest
Courtesy: Siasat.com
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'No Two Wheeler Taxis On Streets Of Delhi As Of Now,' Says Top Court
In a major setback for Rapidos and Uber moto Taxis, the Supreme Court said, "You can't run on streets as of now". In a hearing the Top Court said until the Delhi Government frames a policy for two-wheeler bikes, moto-taxis can't be on the streets. Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) led Delhi Government said they will frame a policy for two-wheeler taxis by June 30.
Tags: Legal News, Two Wheeler Taxis, Rapido, Delhi Government(163), policy
Courtesy: NDTV
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Indian Navy conducts mega operation in Arabian Sea
Over the weekend, the Indian Navy successfully conducted a major operation which involved INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant along with other fleet of ships and submarines. It is the first-ever mega exercise with the deployment of two aircraft carriers. The exercise demonstrated India's naval power in safeguarding regional security and national interests. This two-carrier exercise is a key milestone in enhancing maritime security in the region… read-more
Tags: National defence, Indian Administration, IANS Vikrant, marine security
Courtesy: The Hindu
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Puri-Durg Express Catches Fire Near Nuapada District Station: Odisha
Odisha reported yet another train mishap after the brake pads of the AC coach of Puri-Durg Express caught fire near Khariar Road in Nuapada district. The incident occurred due to certain glitches in the brake shoe. "The brake pads caught fire due to friction and due to the incomplete release of the brakes. No fire inside the coach. Fire only at brake pads." No casualties or damage was reported.
Tags: Train Mishap, Odisha Tragedy, Brake Glitch, Puri-Durg Express
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Railway Ministry Recommends CBI Probe Into Odisha Balasore Train Accident
Days after the tragic Odisha Triple Train Accident, the Union Railway Ministry ordered a CBI probe into the accident. The recommendation came after a meeting held by Union Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. "Keeping in mind the situation and circumstances under which the accident took place, and the administrative information gathered so far, the Railway Board is recommending that further inquiry be undertaken… read-more
Tags: RAILWAYS, union ministry, Odisha Triple Train Accident, cbi probe, Ashwini Vaishnaw
Courtesy: The Indian Express
Union Minister Chairs High-Level Meeting, Vaishnaw Visits Site
The Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw chaired a high-level meeting and discussed the tragic deadly Odisha Train Accident. Four tracks, three trains and a huge collision led to the killings of 239 people, and over 900 are injured. The Union Minister is going to visit the spot, in Balasore, Odisha. Furthermore, the rescue operation, which started yesterday night is underway.
Tags: Train Accident, Union Minister, RESCUE OPERATION, Odisha Balasore Train Collission, Indian Railways
Courtesy: NDTV
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Elon Musk Regain Wealthiest Man Spot With Tesla Success
Elon Musk has once again become the world's wealthiest person, surpassing luxury tycoon Bernard Arnault. The shift occurred after shares of Arnault's LVMH dropped in Paris trading. Musk and Arnault have been in a close race for the top spot on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index this year. Recently, Musk slipped from the top wealthy man spot, but with Tesla's success his fortune is now $192.3 billion and regained the status.
Tags: Elon Musk, Wealthiest Man, Tesla, Billionnaires, Bloomberg report
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Passenger Misbehaves With Crew Member In An Air India Flight
Another incident of unruly behaviour by a passenger was reported on a flight. A passenger on board an Air India flight AI882 to Delhi was handed over to security personnel for his unruly behaviour. The airline confirmed the incident and said, "The passenger verbally abused the crew members and then went on to physically assault one of them on board." The accused has been arrested and a investigation is launched.
Tags: Air India, Travel News, sexual abuse, Passenger, Indian Aviation
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
