
Kamal Mishra
Journalist at Free Press Journal (India)
Journalist & Professional Translator. Working with the Press Journal , Mumbai as Editor - Transport & Infra, Ex Assistant Editor, Mumbai Mirror ( Times group)
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1 week ago |
freepressjournal.in | Kamal Mishra
The Central Railway has announced revision in porterage charges, which will come into effect from June 1, 2025. This change aligns with new guidelines issued by the Railway Board and is intended to bring uniformity and clarity in porter service pricing across stations. Under the revised structure, the charge for carrying head loads—defined as luggage up to 40 kg—has been standardized based on station category.
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1 week ago |
freepressjournal.in | Kamal Mishra
The BESTWorkers Union has raised serious concerns regarding alleged corruption and non-compliance within the wet lease bus system operated by the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking. In a formal complaint submitted to BEST management on 28th May, the union called for a thorough investigation into the wet lease contract system and the daily operations of the contractors responsible for providing bus services to the city.
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1 week ago |
freepressjournal.in | Kamal Mishra
Mumbai: In a major overhaul aimed at enhancing the efficiency and integration of Mumbai’s public transport, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking has announced a series of significant changes to its 30 bus routes, effective Sunday, June 1, 2025. The revamp includes the introduction of new air-conditioned (AC) routes, rerouting of existing services, renumbering, and changes in operational schedules.
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1 week ago |
freepressjournal.in | Kamal Mishra
The new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025 of Maharashtra outlines a visionary roadmap to transform the state into a national leader in electric mobility over the next Five years. The policy seeks to achieve 30 percent EV penetration in the state by 2030. Among other provisions, it mandates that new residential buildings must provide EV charging facilities and offers incentives such as toll waivers for these eco-friendly vehicles.
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2 weeks ago |
freepressjournal.in | Kamal Mishra
Frequent users of app-based cab services in Maharashtra can look forward to a more commuter-friendly experience, as the state government has recently approved a new Cab Aggregator Policy aimed at ensuring fairer pricing and greater accountability from ride-hailing platforms.
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