Centre's Dual Airbag Proposal Likely To Hike Prices Of Four-wheelers
Owing to the Union Transport Ministry's recent proposal to make airbags mandatory for the front seats, the prices of four wheelers can get dearer. Till now, the automakers had to provide airbags for the driver seat only. "The new proposal is aimed at making cars safer, but it will come with a price," said an automobile firm's executive. Reportedly, it will affect entry-level-segment cars more and price-rise may vary from Rs 5,000-10,000 for… read-more
Tags: Road transport and highways, Automobiles, Car, SUVs
Courtesy: The New Indian Express
2,921 Km Roads Constructed under 'Bharatmala Pariyojana': MoRTH Data
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved 322 projects (According to data till August 2020) under the 'Bharatmala Pariyojana' programme, which aims at the improvement of highways. Reportedly, these projects cover a total road length of 12,413 kms. The data has revealed that construction of about 2,921 km has been completed, and after an overall-analysis, the 'Bharatmala Pariyojana' Phase-1 scheme has been… read-more
Tags: Road transport and highways, Central Government, Highway, construction, Bharatmala Pariyojana
Courtesy: ANI News