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1. Commuters raise concern over non-Karnataka bikes operating as taxis amid regulatory vacuum

Commuters raise concern over non-Karnataka bikes operating as taxis amid regulatory vacuum

Commuters raise concern over non-Karnataka bikes operating as taxis amid regulatory vacuum As the Karnataka Transport Department is yet to frame separate guidelines for bike-taxi operations, commuters in Bengaluru have expressed growing concern over the increasing number of non-Karnataka registered two-wheelers operating through ride-hailing applications. Many fear that the absence of a clear regulatory framework could pose safety risks and complicate accountability in the event of accidents or legal disputes. This has raised concerns even as bike taxis have emerged as a popular mode of transport in Bengaluru, offering commuters a cost-effective and time-saving alternative amid the city’s notorious traffic congestion. “Bike taxis help save both time and money, especially for daily commuters. But these days, I have noticed many bikes with non-Karnataka registrations operating on ride-hailing apps. It makes me wonder whether this is permitted under the law. I do not have any objection to the service itself, but if an accident or any untoward incident occurs, it may become difficult to determine accountability and handle legal procedures involving vehicles registered outside Karnataka,” said Vijaykrishna R., a commuter from Whitefield who regularly uses bike-taxi services. ‘Expedite framing regulations’ Another commuter urged the Transport Department to expedite the formulation of regulations for the sector. “As far as I know, non-Karnataka commercial vehicles such as cabs cannot operate in the city without the required permits. If that is the case, there should be clarity on how bike taxis with registrations from other States are functioning. Bike taxis provide affordable transport and significantly improve first- and last-mile connectivity.

2. NEET UG 2026 re-exam smooth; 89.34% candidates take the test in Hyderabad

NEET UG 2026 re-exam smooth; 89.34% candidates take the test in Hyderabad The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) re-examination on Sunday was conducted peacefully and without incid

3. Odisha minister’s nephew booked after student, 21, found dead in her hostel room

Odisha minister’s nephew booked after student, 21, found dead in her hostel room

Odisha minister’s nephew booked after student, 21, found dead in her hostel room Odisha minister’s nephew booked after student, 21, found dead in her hostel room A final-year BCA student was booked under Section 108 (Abetment of Suicide) of the BNS following a First Information Report (FIR) lodged by the deceased student’s maternal uncle. A final-year Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) student at a private engineering college in Odisha, who is also the nephew of state transport minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, was booked for abetment to suicide on Sunday, a day after a 21-year-old woman student was found dead in her hostel room, police said. Biswajit Jena was booked under Section 108 (abetment of suicide) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) following a First Information Report (FIR) lodged by the deceased student’s maternal uncle. The deceased, a third-year BCA student, was found hanging in her hostel room on Saturday morning. She was taken to MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur, where doctors declared her dead. Her family said the minister’s nephew was in relationship with the girl, and alleged that he murdered her and staged it like a suicide Police, however, said the investigation is at a preliminary stage and no conclusions have been drawn so far. “The postmortem of the body was conducted, and an investigation into the case is currently underway,” Berhampur superintendent of police Shravan Vivek M said. Police have seized the student’s mobile phone and laptop and collected CCTV footage from the hostel premises. Officers have also questioned the deceased’s friends, classmates and other acquaintances in an attempt to reconstruct the events leading up to her death.

4. Karnataka plans smart cards to curb Shakti scheme free bus travel fraud

Karnataka plans smart cards to curb Shakti scheme free bus travel fraud

Karnataka plans smart cards to curb Shakti scheme free bus travel fraud Karnataka plans smart cards to curb Shakti scheme free bus travel fraud The proposal follows concerns within the government that free travel benefits have been claimed using fake Aadhaar cards The Karnataka government is preparing to introduce a smart card system for beneficiaries of the Shakti scheme, a move designed to tighten verification of free bus travel and prevent misuse of the programme by ineligible passengers, officials said on Sunday. The proposal follows concerns within the government that free travel benefits have been claimed using fake Aadhaar cards and other incorrect documents, resulting in financial losses. The transport department is developing a verification mechanism that would require beneficiaries to obtain a dedicated smart card after establishing their eligibility. Under the proposal, a Karnataka voter identity card is expected to become a key requirement for securing the smart card. Applicants would also have to produce their Aadhaar card during the verification process. Authorities plan to issue the cards only after both documents have been verified. Also Read:Karnataka’s Shakti Scheme sets world record with over 500 crore women bus journeys Each smart card will carry the beneficiary’s name, photograph, Aadhaar number and residential address. The government also intends to make the cards non transferable so that they cannot be used by anyone other than the registered holder.

5. Mediation helps restore relationships, reduce court burden, say High Court judges

Mediation helps restore relationships, reduce court burden, say High Court judges Mediation has now been accorded statutory recognition and judges play a crucial role in identifying cases that can be

1. Rajesh Sharma vs. North Delhi Municipal Corporation and Ors. (17.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0641/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the Commissioner of the North Delhi Municipal Corporation was competent to dismiss Rajesh Sharma, an Executive Engineer, from service following his convict

2. Special Police Establishment vs. Kamta Prasad Mishra and Ors. (15.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0638/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the Special Police Establishment (SPE) of Madhya Pradesh could be exempted from the Right to Information Act, 2005, under a notification claiming it as an

3. Meenakshi Natarajan vs. Election Commission of India and Ors. (12.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0637/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for a Rajya Sabha seat by the Returning Officer due to non-disclosure of a pending criminal case. Natarajan argue

4. S. Senthil Kumaran Bose and Ors. vs. The State of Tamil Nadu and Ors. (15.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0636/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute over the recruitment process for 113 Motor Vehicle Inspector-Grade II posts by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC), involving appellants S

5. Jayakrishna Menon vs. Krishnankutty and Ors. (09.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0635/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed a contempt petition filed by Jayakrishna Menon against Krishnankutty and others, concerning the alleged misuse of a captive elephant, Raman, despite court orders.

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