Karnataka government reduces fines imposed under new Motor Vehicle Act
Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa had directed Deputy Chief Minister Laxman Savadi, who holds the transport portfolio, to study the Central government's notification and reduce the steep fines on traffic offenders.
Sep 21, 2019, 20:17 PM IST
Truck owner fined Rs 6.53 lakh for violating traffic rules in Odisha
Though the incident happened on August 10, much before the implementation of the new Motor Vehicles Act, it came into light only on Saturday. It is being said that the fines were reportedly levied for violating the old Motor Vehicles Act.
Sep 14, 2019, 15:39 PM IST
Arvind Kejriwal praises new Motor Vehicle Act, but adds fine can be reduced if people face problem
"There has been an improvement in Delhi's traffic ever since the new Motor Vehicle Act has been implemented. If there is any clause due to which people are facing more problem and we have the power to reduce the fine then we will certainly do it," Arvind Kejriwal said.
Sep 13, 2019, 13:46 PM IST
'Looks like you just paid challan': Twitter mocks Virat Kohli for shirtless pic
On Tuesday, a Gurugram resident was charged Rs 23,000 as challan for not wearing a helmet and not carrying Registration Certificate (RC). The incident had triggered a flurry of memes on social media and Virat Kohli's fans were quick to connect his picture with the hefty fine.
Sep 05, 2019, 17:51 PM IST
Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill 2019: Insurance compensation increased 10 times from Rs 50,000 to Rs 5 lakh
Insurance firms have to pay claims within a month, if the victim’s family agree to accept Rs 5 lakh compensation.
Aug 01, 2019, 10:37 AM IST
Motor Vehicle Amendment Bill 2019 passed: Check out complete list of penalties
Stricter provisions are being proposed in respect of offences like juvenile driving, drunken driving, driving without licence, dangerous driving, over-speeding, overloading etc.
Aug 01, 2019, 10:17 AM IST
