In the dynamically transforming and evolving technological scenario of today, it is envisioned that the next-generation of transport systems will seamlessly integrate different technologies. This will require public-private cooperation along with devising new ways. These improvements, when realized, would ease traffic congestion, lower road accidents and reduce pollution. As per McKinsey and Bloomberg New Energy…
The report studies three pillars of mobility — people, infrastructure and sustainability — to determine the overall health of a city’s mobility. At a time when mobility is driving economic growth in the country, 80 percent of commuters feel first-and last-mile connectivity holds the key to improve public transport ridership, according to an Ease of Moving Index 2018 report by Ola’s…
AGRA: In a major boost to quick freight service, the Indian railways announced to complete 194 km long section between New Khurja (Bulandshahr) and New Bhadan (Firozabad), out of the 1856 km long Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC), which connects Punjab to West Bengal. On Friday, the railway’s sister concern, Dedicated Freight Corporation of India limited (DFCCIL) will conduct…
Any change in airport handling charges, including the landing and navigation charges, would be directly passed onto the passengers. THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: With the Central Government keen on revenue generation by privatising six airports in the country, including the one at Thiruvananthapuram, air transportation is going to be a high-priced affair for travellers. Any change in airport…
Shatabdi killer India’s first engine-less semi-high speed train – “Train 18” – will eventually replace the Shatabdi Express for inter-city travel. The 16-coach semi-high speed ‘trainset’ built at a cost of Rs 100 crore per rake with 80 per cent Indian component has been designed for a maximum operating speed of 160 kmph, officials said.…