SC makes installation of location tracking devices, alarm buttons a must for public service vehicles | India News – The Times of India

SC makes installation of location tracking devices, alarm buttons a must for public service vehicles | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a significant decision meant to ensure safer public transport, Supreme Court on Wednesday made it mandatory for all public service vehicles (buses, taxis and tourist coaches) to install Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTDs) and alarm buttons.A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and K V Viswanathan directed states and UTs to ensure…

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Railways staring at higher electricity costs after Supreme Court rules it qualifies as ‘consumer’ | India News – The Times of India

Railways staring at higher electricity costs after Supreme Court rules it qualifies as ‘consumer’ | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian Railways is staring at higher electricity costs after the Supreme Court last week ruled that the national transporter qualifies as a “consumer” under the Electricity Act. As a result, it will remain liable to pay cross-subsidy surcharge (CSS) and additional surcharge while buying electricity through open access for its own consumption, impacting…

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