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Ramban Tunnel Collapse: Centre Forms Expert Panel, Gives 10 Days Time For Investigation
Centre has formed an expert panel to probe into the Ramban tunnel collapse incident in J&K. The incident occurred on May 19, in which 10 labourers were trapped and killed, and two were seriously injured. The committee has been tasked with submitting a detailed report within 10 days, finding the reasons for such frequent incidents and remedial measures. Reportedly, the panel is headed by IIT professor JT Shahu.
Tags: J&K, Ramban, Tunnel Collapse, Nitin Gadkari, IIT Delhi
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Nitin Gadkari Announces To Construct Rs 10,000 Cr Worth Aurangabad-Pune Expressway
Union Road Transport and Highways minister Nitin Gadkari has announced an "access-controlled expressway" project in the state of Maharashtra, on April 25. The Rs 10,000 crore worth project will reportedly connect Aurangabad and Pune, and make the travel between the cities faster. Gadkari said that vehicles can cruise up to a speed of 140 kmph and the travel time will be reduced to 1.15 hours, against the current 4-5 hours.
Tags: Expressway project, aurangabad, Pune, Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra
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Centre To Release Rs 1,093.01 Crore For Upgrading Highway: Uttarakhand
PM Narendra Modi led Central Government approved Rs 1,093.01 crore for the upgradation of the Paonta-Sahib Ballupur Highway and the construction of four-lane in Uttarakhand. On March 31, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami extended gratitude for the released funds and said, "With the cooperation of the central government, road connectivity in Uttarakhand is continuously getting stronger". Notably, PM Modi and Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari… read-more
Tags: Uttarakhand CM, Pushkar Singh Dhami, approval, Central Government, Nitin Gadkari
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Nitin Gadkari Arrives At Parliament In Hydrogen-Powered Car
Union Road & Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari arrived at the parliament in a hydrogen-powered car, on March 30. The action was to emphasize on the need of renewable electric vehicles, especially when the nation is witnessing a rise in fuel prices. Gadkari said, soon India will be manufacturing green-hydrogen cars, and establish fuel stations, which will not only help environment and cars, but increase employment in India.
Tags: Transport, Green Hydrogen Car, parliament, Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister
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Bitumen Usage For National Highway Will Soon Be Mandatory: Nitin Gadkari
Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said, the government is trying to make Bitumen usage mandatory for national highways construction. The statement came during inauguration of two National highway projects worth Rs 2,234 crore in Delhi, and assured to hold a meeting with government soon, regarding the matter. He also highligted the importance of using waste material. Concluding the speech, he wished prosperity for Maharashtra and… read-more
Tags: bitumen, union transport minister, Nitin Gadkari, Road construction, Construction Site, national highways
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Blames Russia-Ukraine War For Oil Price Hike
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari blamed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war for the constant rise in oil prices in India. He stated that 80% of oils are imported to India and that the only way to fight the price hike is to make India self-reliant. He further stated, India will soon have Rs 40,000 crore ethanol, methanol and bio-ethanol production economy, which will bring down India's dependency on other countries for oil.
Tags: Fuel, Fuel Price Hike, petrol diesel price, Nitin Gadkari, russia ukraine war
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Transport Ministry Launches Pilot Project For Hydrogen Based FCEV Project
Union Ministry for Road Transport and Highways inaugurated a pilot project for Hydrogen based FCEV project, which will help in the conservation of our environment. The Pilot project is initiated by Toyota Kirloskar Motor along with International Center for Automotive Technology. "FCEV powered by Hydrogen is one of the best zero-emission solutions," Nitin Gadkari said. Furthermore, Hardeep Singh Puri added, "this technology of ethanol… read-more
Tags: Transport Minister, Nitin Gadkari, Electric Vehicle, Hydrogen, FCEV
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Nitin Gadkari Lays Foundation Stone Of 26 National Highways: Karnataka
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on February 28, laid the foundation stone of 26 National Highways in Karnataka worth Rs 12,795 crore. In the presence of state CM Basavaraj Bommai, the 925 km project was inaugurated. "Roads are not just meant for transport connectivity, they supplement economic, cultural, and agricultural growth too," Bommai said. Furthermore, MoU would be signed for GST exemption in construction materials.
Tags: Karnataka, Union Minister, Nitin Gadkari, Basavaraj Bommai, Prahlad Joshi
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BJP Likely To Release Manifesto On Feb 2: Uttarakhand Elections
Ahead of the Uttarakhand elections, BJP is likely to release its manifesto on February 2, said party sources on January 25. "BJP's manifesto for the Uttarakhand polls is likely to be released on February 2 in the presence of CM Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari," read statement. The party has announced 59 candidates' names out of 70 seats. Notably, Uttarakhand Elections are scheduled for February 14.
Tags: BJP, Uttarakhand, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Nitin Gadkari, manifesto
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PM Modi Wishes Congress President Sonia Gandhi On Birthday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 9, wished Congress President Sonia Gandhi on her birthday. "Best wishes to Smt. Sonia Gandhi Ji on her birthday. Praying for her long life and good health," PM Modi tweeted. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also extended his birthday wishes. However, Congress President appealed to party workers not to celebrate her birthday following the sudden demise of CDS General Bipin Rawat in a chopper crash.
Tags: PM Narendra Modi, Sonia Gandhi, Nitin Gadkari, CDS general Bipin rawat, Congress Party
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