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BEST Launches Direct AC Bus For Airport Terminal 1, 2: Mumbai
In order to make airport travel easier for Mumbai people, the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST) launched a new AC bus service for travelling from terminals I, and II, which are 5 km apart. On April 7, the BMC flagged off the bus, connecting the two terminals, at a price of Rs 50, one-way. The new service would help passengers to avoid expensive Uber rides, and time.
Tags: BEST, Mumbai Airport, Terminal I and II, Bus Service, Passengers
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Hyderabad Metro Launches Super-Saver Festive Card For Travels On Listed Holidays
On the auspicious occasion of Ugadi, the Hyderabad Metro Rail Corporation Limited launched a super-saver festive metro card. Available for Rs 50, the card will allow unlimited metro travel covering 57 stations, and three routes with a recharge of Rs 59 only. However, the offer will be valid only on the listed 100 holidays, throughout the year. KVB Reddy said, "This special offer reinforces our commitment to passengers".
Tags: Hyderabad Metro, Super Saver Festive Card, Ugadi, Passengers, Metro
Courtesy: Zee News
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RPF Saves 65 Lives, Rescues 1,156 Children From Traffic In Febking
Railway Protection Force (RPF) apprised that in February they rescued 1,156 children who got separated or lost due to any inconvenience. They also reported on saving 62 lives, risking their own safety in February 2022. Notably, the force has launched Operation Nanhe Fariste to protect children against exploitation and trafficking. They have also launched Operation Matrishakti for the sake of pregnant women who may… read-more
Tags: Child Trafficking, Indian Railways, February, Passengers, children
Courtesy: ANI
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Pune City Airport Terminal Construction By AAI Underway
The Pune airport terminal work taken by AAI at the cost of Rs 475 crore, is underway. The new terminal building will be air-conditioned with 10 passenger boarding bridges, 72 check-in counters and an in-line baggage handling system. PM Modi has described the need for a good infrastructure and transport facility at Pune city. The construction is expected to be done by 2023.
Tags: Pune, pune city, Airport, Integrated Terminal, Passengers
Courtesy: ANI
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PMPML Deboards 30,000 Non-Vaccinated Passengers From Public Buses: Pune
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML), deboards 30,000 passengers daily for not being vaccinated against COVID-19. The public transport only plies passengers carrying a double-vaccination certificate. “While giving them a ticket, conductors ask the passengers to show their vaccination certificates. If they fail to provide it, they are asked to get down,” informed the traffic manager. Notably, The PMPML’s revenue has declined… read-more
Tags: National, Pune, PMPML Buses, Passengers, Covid-19 Vaccine
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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30 Passengers Killed, Over 100 Injured On Ferry In Bangladesh
In a shocking incident, at least 30 people lost their lives, and over 100 received injuries due to a fire on a ferry in Bangladesh, on December 24. Reportedly, the launch was going to Barguna from Dhaka, carrying over 700 passengers. The incident happened on Sungandha River at Gabkhan-Dhansiri area in Jhalokathi. The injured ones were sent to Jhalokathi Sadar Hospital and Barishal Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital.
Tags: Ferry, Bangladesh, Passengers, Sungandha River, Jhalokathi
Courtesy: United News of India
Passengers Push Aircraft From Runway In Nepal Airport: Viral Video
In a recent viral video, a group of passengers were seen pushing an aircraft away from the runway at the Bajura airport in Nepal. As per Nepal News, the rear tyre of the aircraft bursted on the runway which led the passengers to push the aircraft. The aircraft reportedly belonged to Tara Airlines.… read-more
Tags: Nepal, aircraft, Runway, Passengers, Viral
Courtesy: India Today
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Oman To Open Travel Sevices For Vaccinated People, Including India
According to the Civil Aviation Authority, Oman decided to open its travel services from September 1 for the citizens of over 20 countries, including India who has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. However, people have to wait for 14 days after receiving the vaccines to travel and also need to carry negative RT-PCR certificates to get exemption from quarantine. Oman also lifted the night curfew in the country.
Tags: Oman, Covid-19, travel ban, Flights, Passengers
Courtesy: The Siasat Daily
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Metro, Buses To Operate At Full Capacity: Delhi Covid-19 Relaxation
The Disaster Management Authority of Delhi has decided to operate Metro and DTC buses at their full capacity from July 26. However, new passengers will be barred from boarding if all the seats are occupied. Besides, cinemas, theatres, and multiplexes can be run at 50% capacity. Moreover, the number of guests for weddings and funerals has been increased to 100. Notably, schools and colleges are not allowed to open.
Tags: Metro, Passengers, Guests, Cinema, Covid-19
Courtesy: Zee News
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Assam Govt Makes RT-PCR Test Mandatory For Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Assam Government has made the RT-PCR test mandatory for travellers who have received both the doses of Covid-19 vaccine. Health and Family Welfare Department issued a notice which stated that the June 25 order of exemption of mandatory Covid-19 test for fully vaccinated passengers stands dissolved. “COVID positivity is observed even in some of the person(s) who have received two doses of vaccination in a few instances,” read the statement.… read-more
Tags: Covid-19, RT-PCR test, Assam, Passengers
Courtesy: Times Now Digital
