K’taka seeks electric buses under PM E-drive, Centre assures support

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:47 PM

Bengaluru, May 16 (IANS) The Union Ministry of Heavy Industries has received a formal proposal from the Government of Karnataka seeking allocation of electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM E-Drive initiative. Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy submitted the state’s request on Friday, citing need for enhanced urban public transport systems in key cities.

500 new e-buses to hit Delhi roads in 2 months: Minister

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:00 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) A many as 500 new e-buses will hit Delhi roads over the next two months, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Friday. Singh said the Delhi government remains committed to building a modern, eco-friendly public transport system.

Kejriwal ruined careers of youth due to illegal hiring: Delhi BJP chief

IANS | May 16, 2025 7:59 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday launched an attack on the previous Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP government for ruining careers of thousands of youth by engaging them in unapproved roles in government departments ranging from bus marshals to doctors.

The journey that began on May 16, 2014: India under PM Modi

IANS | May 16, 2025 7:12 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) It was on this day in 2014 when India witnessed a seismic shift. The outcomes of the 16th Lok Sabha elections were announced on May 16, 2014, ushering in a new era under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), stormed to power with a massive mandate. The Congress-led UPA government that had ruled for a decade was dislodged.