Motor Vehicles Bill gives govt power to regulate Uber, Ola
5 years, 5 months ago

Motor Vehicles Bill gives govt power to regulate Uber, Ola

Live Mint  

The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, cleared by the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday gives power to the Centre to regulate app-based taxi hailing services to make customer’s cab ride experience smooth and hassle free. In a first, the government has recognized and defined aggregators as digital intermediaries or marketplaces which can be used by passengers to connect with a driver for transportation, under the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019. After a long wait of about three years, the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the proposed amendments to the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019. An industry executive who did not wish to be named said that motor vehicles bill recognizing cab aggregators is a great move.

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Bombay High Court Issues Notice On PIL Seeking Implementation Of Guidelines Regulating Motor Vehicle Aggregators Like Ola, Uber
3 weeks ago

Bombay High Court Issues Notice On PIL Seeking Implementation Of Guidelines Regulating Motor Vehicle Aggregators Like Ola, Uber

Live Law  

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Bombay High Court seeking directions to the State for implementing the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines 2020 and for ensuring the safety of passengers travelling in transport aggregators vehicles. As defined by the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019, an 'aggregator' is a “digital intermediary or market place for a passenger to connect with …

Delhi’s govt’s draft Motor Vehicle Aggregator Scheme to allow only e-bikes as bike taxis and delivery service providers
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi’s govt’s draft Motor Vehicle Aggregator Scheme to allow only e-bikes as bike taxis and delivery service providers

The Hindu  

The Delhi government on Tuesday announced a draft ‘Motor Vehicle Aggregator Scheme 2023’ aimed at regulating cab aggregators and delivery service providers in the city. The proposed timeline in the draft scheme to replace vehicles running on conventional fuel with EVs Target for adoption of EVs in new fleet Timeline Two wheeler Three wheeler Four wheeler 6 months 10% 10% …

Some Common Misconceptions Regarding Traffic Rules In India
2 years, 11 months ago

Some Common Misconceptions Regarding Traffic Rules In India

Live Law  

The Motor Vehicles Act is a legislation of the Parliament of India which lays down rules vis-a-vis all aspects of road transport vehicles and traffic laws. Owing to prolixity of the Motor Vehicles Act common masses usually can't read the Act in entirety and this it has resulted into some myths and misconceptions about the traffic rules. In the paragraphs …

Current Position With Respect To The Provisions Contained Under Chapter X XI XII Of The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019
4 years ago

Current Position With Respect To The Provisions Contained Under Chapter X XI XII Of The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019

Live Law  

On 9th August, 2019 the Motor Vehicles Act Act, 2019 was published in the Gazette of India. Section 1 of the Amendment Act is relevant for the present discussion therefore, same is reproduced hereinunder:- Section 1:- This Act may be called the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019. Provisions contained under the Amendment Act Provisions contained under the Principal Act 1 Section …

West Bengal will not implement amended Motor Vehicles Act : Mamata Banerjee
5 years, 3 months ago

West Bengal will not implement amended Motor Vehicles Act : Mamata Banerjee

India TV News  

West Bengal will not implement the amended Motor Vehicles Act as the hefty fine proposed in it will overburden the common man, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Wednesday. In a federal structure it is the prerogative of a state to decide on issues like enforcing the Motor Vehicles Act, she said. Besides, the state government has already initiated the …

What is Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019?
5 years, 4 months ago

What is Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019?

India Today  

The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019 was introduced in Lok Sabha on July 15, 2019 by the Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Mr. Nitin Gadkari. Here’s what al amendments have been done in the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988: Compensation for road accident victims: The central government will develop a scheme for cashless treatment of road accident victims during golden hour. …

Motor Vehicles Act comes into force: BEWARE! Traffic violations will now attract 10 times more penalty
5 years, 4 months ago

Motor Vehicles Act comes into force: BEWARE! Traffic violations will now attract 10 times more penalty

India TV News  

Motor Vehicles Act: Be prepared to shell out a hefty amount if you flout traffic rules in India now on. Complete list of penalties under Motor Vehicles Act, 2019 with effect from September 1, 2019 Penalty Old Amount New Amount Penalty for offenses where no penalty is specifically provided Rs 100 for first offense and Rs 300 for second/subequent offense …

President approves Motor Vehicles Amendment Act
5 years, 4 months ago

President approves Motor Vehicles Amendment Act

Live Mint  

President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday gave assent to the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019, that aims to make Indian roads safer, reduce corruption and use technology to overhaul the country's transportation system. The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, that introduces several amendments in the 30-year-old law, was passed by the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha earlier this month. "Higher penalties will …

How app-based cab rides are set to get smoother
5 years, 5 months ago

How app-based cab rides are set to get smoother

Live Mint  

Ola and Uber are now an integral part of our daily routine. Mint looks at how The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, will impact these cab aggregators. What does the motor vehicles bill say about cab aggregators? It’s the first time cab aggregators have got statutory recognition as “digital intermediaries” or “transport aggregators”. There are also complaints about drivers not following …

Motor Vehicles Bill: From traffic violation fines to Uber, Ola regulation; 10 new rules
5 years, 5 months ago

Motor Vehicles Bill: From traffic violation fines to Uber, Ola regulation; 10 new rules

Live Mint  

Having being passed both at the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha in the ongoing Parliament session, the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, will become a law once it gets the President's nod. In the new proposed law, the government also wants to hike fine for violation of traffic regulations like drunken driving, driving without seat belt, and riding without helmet. Here …

Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 passed in Rajya Sabha: Steep hike in penalties for errant drivers, taxi aggregators to fall under ambit of proposed law
5 years, 5 months ago

Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 passed in Rajya Sabha: Steep hike in penalties for errant drivers, taxi aggregators to fall under ambit of proposed law

Firstpost  

The amendment bill will bring a lot of changes in how Indian roads and vehicular transportation are governed and will ensure more discipline on roads by tightening rules and increasing penalties. It bill proposes cashless treatment for victims in the first hour of a fatal accident; higher penalties for drunk driving and imprisonment and/or penalty for non-compliance with production standards …

Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill 2019 passed in Rajya Sabha, traffic violators will have to pay hefty fines now
5 years, 5 months ago

Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill 2019 passed in Rajya Sabha, traffic violators will have to pay hefty fines now

India Today  

The Upper House of the Parliament on Wednesday passed the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, that seeks to improve road safety, enhance manifold the penalty for traffic violations, facilitate citizens in their dealings with transport departments and boot out corruption. Introducing the Bill in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that every year there are …

Rajya Sabha passes Motor Vehicles (Amendments) Bill; stricter penalties aim to curb traffic rules violations
5 years, 5 months ago

Rajya Sabha passes Motor Vehicles (Amendments) Bill; stricter penalties aim to curb traffic rules violations

Firstpost  

The Upper House passed the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019 with 108 votes in favour and 13 against it, with three amendments moved by Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari. New Delhi: The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed a bill to tighten road traffic regulations such as issuance of driving licence and imposed stricter penalties for violations in an attempt …

Rajya Sabha approves bill for changes in Motor Vehicle law
5 years, 5 months ago

Rajya Sabha approves bill for changes in Motor Vehicle law

India TV News  

The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the motor vehicle bill, which seeks to weed out corruption, improve road safety and usher in use of technology to regulate traffic, with certain amendments. The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019 was passed in Rajya Sabha with 108 votes in favour and 13 against. The Congress alleged that the Centre has "hoodwinked" Rajya Sabha on …

Rajya Sabha passes amendments to Motor Vehicles Bill
5 years, 5 months ago

Rajya Sabha passes amendments to Motor Vehicles Bill

Live Mint  

In what may overhaul the country’s transportation system, the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the proposed amendments to the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019. The bill aims to address crucial issues such as road safety, reducing deaths due to road accidents, imposing stiffer penalties on violation of rules, and weed out corruption in India’s road transport system. The Opposition on Wednesday …

Rajya Sabha Passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill With Two Amendments By Union Minister
5 years, 5 months ago

Rajya Sabha Passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill With Two Amendments By Union Minister

Live Law  

The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday passed the Motor Vehicles Bill 2019 with two amendments introduced by the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. Accepting the suggestions made by AIADMK in the upper house, Union Minister Gadkari introduced amendments in the Bill to change the word "consult" in the proposed Section 88A to "concurrence". Power of Central Government …

Here’s how Motor Vehicles Act will affect you
5 years, 5 months ago

Here’s how Motor Vehicles Act will affect you

Live Mint  

Those who do not give way to an ambulance or fire brigade may soon have to face a hefty fine of as much as ₹10,000 or/and imprisonment up to six months. Road safety and reducing the number of accidents are key priorities of the government and imposing stiffer penalties can bring more discipline and force people to adhere to the …

Lok Sabha passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill 2019, penalty for traffic violations increased
5 years, 5 months ago

Lok Sabha passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill 2019, penalty for traffic violations increased

India TV News  

A Bill aimed at weeding out corruption, improving road safety and promote the use of more technology to regulate traffic was passed on Tuesday in the Lok Sabha with by voice vote. Speaking on The Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, which was moved in the House for passage on Monday, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said "the Bill …

Lok Sabha Passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill [Read Bill]
5 years, 5 months ago

Lok Sabha Passes Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill [Read Bill]

Live Law  

After a day long discussion, the Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Motor Vehicles Bill 2019 to amend the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988. Newly proposed Section 2 Act defines "Community Service" as unpaid work which a person is required to perform as a punishment for an offence committed under this Act. Liability of contractor/concessionaire in case of …

LS passes RTI (Amendment) Bill, deliberates on NMC, Motor Vehicles bills; RS clears amendment governing NHRC chief appointment
5 years, 5 months ago

LS passes RTI (Amendment) Bill, deliberates on NMC, Motor Vehicles bills; RS clears amendment governing NHRC chief appointment

Firstpost  

Lok Sabha passed the Right to Information Bill, 2019 on Monday, while it deliberated on the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019 and National Medical Commission Bill. The Rajya Sabha passed the Protection of Human Rights Bill, 2019 Lok Sabha passed the Right to Information Bill, 2019, on Monday, while it deliberated on the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019, and National Medical Commission …

Parliament Updates: Lok Sabha passes RTI (Amendment) Bill; Rajya Sabha passes bill allowing appointment of SC judge as NHRC chief
5 years, 5 months ago

Parliament Updates: Lok Sabha passes RTI (Amendment) Bill; Rajya Sabha passes bill allowing appointment of SC judge as NHRC chief

Firstpost  

7:20 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter What amendments is the Motor Vehicles Bill, 2019 proposing? The Bill seeks to amend the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which looks into road safety, licenses and permits with regard to motor vehicles and standards for motor vehicles. The Bill proposes a scheme to allow cashless treatment of victims in a road accident during the ‘golden …

Govt approves Motor Bill; steep penalties for traffic offences proposed
5 years, 6 months ago

Govt approves Motor Bill; steep penalties for traffic offences proposed

India TV News  

The government has approved the Motor Vehicles Bill that proposes hefty penalties for violating traffic norms including Rs 10,000 fine for not giving way to emergency vehicles and an equal penalty for driving despite disqualification, an official source said. The Bill, approved by the Cabinet Monday, proposes Rs 10,000 fine for not giving way to emergency vehicles and Rs 10,000 …

Government may introduce Motor Bill in upcoming Par session: Nitin Gadkari
5 years, 7 months ago

Government may introduce Motor Bill in upcoming Par session: Nitin Gadkari

India TV News  

The government will try to introduce the Motor Vehicles Bill in the forthcoming session of Parliament, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Tuesday. "The cabinet note is ready for the Motor Bill and once it is approved we will try to introduce it in the upcoming session of Parliament," Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said. Gadkari, who took …

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