The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways launches the Voluntary Vehicle Modernization Program or Vehicle Scrapping Policy
To promote the scrapping of privately owned Commercial & Passenger Vehicles and replace the old polluting fleet with the less polluting newer fleet, commercial vehicle and passenger vehicle manufacturers have shown a willingness to offer discounts for a limited period of two years and one year respectively.
Simplifying Drone Ownership and Operation: A New Milestone
On August 21, 2024, the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a crucial amendment to the Drone Rules, 2021, to support the Prime Minister’s “Drone Ki Udaan” initiative. This initiative, aimed at empowering women’s self-help groups through training and financial aid for drone operation and maintenance.
New Safety Standards for Vehicles: What You Need to Know
The Central Motor Vehicle (Tenth Amendment ) Rules 2024 introduces updated standards for safety belts and restraint systems in vehicles.
Government Extends Public Utility Status to Transport Industry: What You Need to Know
The Ministry of Labour and Employment, issued the notification saying that the transport industry will continue to be recognized as a public utility service under the Industrial Disputes Act of 1947 for an additional 6 months.
New Waiver/Adjustment/Refund of Rent Scheme for Bus Stand Contractors
The objective is to assist contractors and shopkeepers facing financial difficulties due to reduced activities at bus stands during the pandemic, this scheme provides rent relief for the specified period affected by COVID-19 restrictions.
New GST Clarification on Salvage Value in Motor Vehicle Insurance
The Government of West Bengal’s clarification on the taxability of salvage value in motor vehicle insurance claims provides much-needed guidance on GST liabilities. By delineating the conditions under which GST is applicable, this clarification helps streamline the claims process and ensures compliance with GST laws.
New Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Amendment) Rules,2024
The Labour and Skill Department, Kerala on July 26, 2024, issued the Draft Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Amendment) Rules, 2024 to further amend the Kerala Motor Transport Workers Rules, 1962. This draft amendment aims to update and refine the regulations governing motor transport workers in the state.
New Initiatives to Revamp Urban Transport System
On July 29th, 2024, the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) issued a notification detailing new steps to revamp the urban transport system in India. These steps aim to improve the sustainability, efficiency, and integration of urban transport infrastructure.
New Chandigarh Administration Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules, 2024
The Government of Chandigarh has proposed the Draft Chandigarh Administration Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules, 2024, on July 24, 2024.
Applicability:
The rules apply to aggregators onboarding transport vehicles in the designated area of operation and Vehicles covered include all motor vehicles under the Act, as well as e-rickshaws, e-bikes, cabs, etc.
New Rules for Vehicle Registration in Chandigarh
The Chandigarh Administration Transport Department announced an important update to the vehicle registration rules on July 22nd ,2024.
This rule aims to ensure that the retention of registration numbers is handled more carefully and responsibly. By requiring a three-year ownership period, the administration hopes to prevent misuse and ensure that the retention process is fair.
