Highway toll operators will receive compensation for a period of three months to make up for revenue loss following the introduction of the FASTag annual pass system. The decision comes after several toll concessionaires raised concerns that the new system would reduce daily collections at toll plazas.
Officials explained that the annual pass scheme allows frequent highway users to pay a fixed amount in advance, cutting down on regular toll deductions. While this eases travel for commuters, it has temporarily impacted the revenue model of toll operators.
To address the issue, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has assured operators of financial support during the transition. The compensation is aimed at ensuring that ongoing highway projects and maintenance work are not disrupted due to short-term revenue gaps.
Authorities said the system is designed to encourage smoother travel, reduce congestion at toll booths, and promote digital payments while balancing the interests of both commuters and operators.
Sarnath near Varanasi has been granted UNESCO World Heritage status, recognising its global cultural and spiritual significance.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from Medanta Hospital after six days.
Amit Shah said students and the nation are more important than any post, calling Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation a step taken in the interest of students.
Pralhad Joshi took charge of the Education Minister saying his first priority is to understand the departments functioning.
Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda said the party will demand accountability from the BJP government in Parliament over paper leaks and seek reforms to protect students.
The student led CJP called off its nationwide agitation calling the Education Ministers resignation a victory for democracy.
Pralhad Joshi has been given additional charge of the Union Education Ministry following Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation amid the exam paper leak controversy.
Pralhad Joshi takes charge as Education Minister after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders across the country paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War.
India honours its Kargil heroes at the 1999 wars lessons on vigilance and intelligence remain relevant today.
The Centre has proposed tougher anti-cheating laws, increasing jail terms and fines to crack down on paper leaks and organised exam fraud.
After Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, the CJP said it will decide its next demands based on the government’s response, signalling the protests are not over.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned after weeks of student protests over alleged exam paper leaks, marking a major political development.
The Centre and CJP held a two hour meeting.
The Centre sought time till Saturday to respond the CJP demand for Dharmendra Pradhan resignation.
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