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The experience of the Shanti Rasa or Bhaav key reason behind Hanuman Ansh’s success: Producer Namrata G Singh
The film Hanuman Ansh has grossed nearly Rs340 crore at the box office, which is unprecedented for its modest budget. Producer Namrata G Singh emphasizes the significance of preserving intellectual property in storytelling. The film, rooted in spirituality, explores the life of Neem Karoli Maharaj and his connections with devotees. It also aims to expand into various formats and languages to reach global audiences.
FASTag new rules from November 1: Live within 20 km of a toll plaza? You can get this annual pass from next month
Starting from November 1, 2026, vehicle owners residing within a 20 km radius of toll plazas can apply for a discounted local FASTag pass. The yearly fee is set at Rs 1,500 for locations outside city limits and Rs 3,000 for those within.
Road ministry introduces concessional local pass for FASTag user living near toll plazas
The pass, which will cost Rs 1500 or Rs 3000 depending on the location of the toll plaza, will be effective from November 1, 2026 and will help eligible residents living within 20 km of the plaza and who regularly travel through nearby toll plazas for work, education and other local needs.
National Highway toll rules: Residents living close to a toll plaza can get a new annual concessional pass; check eligibility, rural and urban rates, and how much commuters can save
Residents living within 20 km of National Highway toll plazas are eligible for a new annual concessional pass. The fees for this pass will be Rs 1,500 or Rs 3,000 depending on the plaza's location. This move provides significant savings compared to the current monthly pass costs, which total Rs 4,320 annually. To qualify, vehicles must have a valid FASTag and be registered for personal use.
North Carolina collected about $2 million in ferry fares but spent $1.4 million collecting them; a new state law requires tolls on all ferry routes
The ferry system in North Carolina is vital for community connectivity and goods transportation, but it is currently facing significant financial hurdles. Fare collection expenses are considerable, compromising a major share of revenue and sparking sustainability concerns. New legislation has enforced tolls across all ferry routes—including the historically free Hatteras-Ocracoke route—with proposed toll rates aimed at funding vessel replacements. However, these may fall short in covering ongoing operational costs.
Devil's in the diesel, get E-truckin'
To wean India off its crude oil addiction or make any structural dent to air pollution, electrifying our freight fleets are a no-brainer. Niti Aayog says road freights alone accounts for more than a quarter of India’s oil-import expenditure. But E-cars or green city buses alone won’t charge the collective imagination for a once-in-a-lifetime EV push: We need to green our highways. But first distortions in the duties need to be fixed.
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Adani Enterprises has finally got strong winds filling its sails
Adani Enterprises’ outlook is improving as several incubated businesses reach commercial scale. CARE Ratings has upgraded AEL to AA, citing stronger financial flexibility after its ₹15,000-cr QIP and Adani Airports monetisation. Airports, Kutch Copper and roads are expected to drive FY27 earnings, while data centres, new energy, defence and aluminium offer longer-term growth.
Highway Infrastructure shares jump 9% after Rs 245 crore toll operations win from UP authority, NHAI
Highway Infrastructure shares jumped after the company secured toll operations orders worth Rs 254 crore from UPEIDA and NHAI. The key order, worth Rs 220.66 crore, involves toll collection and plaza operations on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway, along with deployment of patrol-cum-safety vehicles.
Triple shock rattles India’s FMCG basket as 68% of categories lose volume
India's FMCG market is experiencing significant challenges as higher costs and rural income pressures affect consumption patterns, NielsenIQ says. FMCG volumes declined by 2% year-on-year in the second quarter, indicating a widespread slowdown. Urban areas showed minimal growth, while rural volumes fell sharply by 5%. Additionally, modern trade and e-commerce are rising rapidly, thus altering shopping habits among consumers.
US, Iran explore phased deal to reopen Hormuz, lift economic blockade: Report
Negotiators from the US and Iran are discussing a phased resolution to their ongoing conflict. This approach could involve Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting the US economic blockade. The talks face challenges as both parties are reluctant to give up leverage without tangible returns. Tensions remain high, and Gulf leaders are concerned about Iranian control over strategic waterways.
How a fake Apple service centre in Gurgaon scammed elderly US citizens of up to Rs 20 lakh each
A fraudulent Apple service centre was discovered in Palam Vihar, targeting elderly victims in the US. Operators sent alarming messages about supposed iPhone issues to individuals over 60 years old. After establishing trust, scammers demanded large sums of money, misrepresenting themselves as banks and using fake Federal Trade Commission notices. Authorities arrested 11 individuals and recovered various electronic devices during the raid.
Why you should remove outdoor rugs from your front porch before fall to prevent costly damage
As temperatures drop, home experts advise removing outdoor rugs from front porches before fall sets in. Leaving rugs exposed to cold weather traps excess moisture, causing mildew growth and ruining fabrics. On wooden porches, trapped water leads to wood warping, staining, and rot. Storing rugs indoors prevents costly, long-term home damage.
Bank of India MF CIO Alok Singh sees banks poised for a re-rating. Here’s what could trigger it
Bank of India Mutual Fund CIO Alok Singh sees scope for banks to re-rate as low NPAs, healthy returns and loan growth support fundamentals. He expects policy announcements and stronger business numbers to ease concerns around NIMs and FCNR flows, while capital goods, banking and metals could deliver stronger earnings momentum.
Arizona man bought a $450,000 home in 2022, then lost it after falling $977 behind on HOA fees — what happened next
An Arizona man lost his $450,000 Mesa home after falling $977 behind on HOA fees. Toby Newton said he lost his job and was diagnosed with diabetes before missing quarterly assessments. Despite proposing payment plans, foreclosure proceedings began, and the home was eventually sold to the HOA for $8,172. The case came as Arizona changed its HOA foreclosure rules in 2025.
Highway Infrastructure shares jump 5% after securing Rs 220 crore order from UPEIDA
Highway Infrastructure shares rose nearly 5% to Rs 45.90 after the company secured a Rs 220.66 crore contract from UPEIDA for toll collection and plaza operations on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The two-year order includes annual escalation. The company also recently secured an Rs 80.16 crore Tamil Nadu toll plaza project.
Entry into Delhi to get easier as barrier free tolling starts at 9 highway points from next month
Municipal Corporation of Delhi is set to roll out multi-lane free-flow tolling at nine national highway entry points, including DND Flyway, Rajokri, Kundli, Badarpur and Ghazipur, by the end of October, aiming to remove physical barriers and speed up entry into the city.
Nitin Gadkari says by 2027 all national highway toll plazas will go barrier-free: How new tolling system could boost govt revenue by up to Rs 25,000 crore a year
By March 2027, national highways are expected to become barrier-free with the wider implementation of FASTag and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology. The system is projected to deliver annual benefits of Rs 20,000-25,000 crore to the government. Increased FASTag adoption has already boosted toll collections by around Rs 7,000 crore, while motorists are expected to benefit from shorter waiting times and lower fuel consumption.
Jaypee Infratech to invests Rs 3,000 crore in next 2 yrs to complete stalled projects
Jaypee Infratech will invest Rs 3,000 crore over two years to complete stalled housing projects. All stuck homebuyers will receive their apartments by September 2028, company officials confirmed. Suraksha Group has already completed 84 towers and handed over 5,000 units. The company plans to develop three new townships totaling over 450 acres. This investment aims to resolve the long-standing issues for distressed homebuyers.
GFF 2026: Nitin Gadkari targets barrier-free tolling by February as FASTag cuts wait times by up to 90%
India is progressing towards fully digital and barrier-free tolling systems. A multi-lane free flow system will be operational by February. FASTag has already significantly reduced waiting times and eliminated cash transactions. This technological advancement saves millions of hours and substantial economic resources annually. Environmental benefits are also considerable, akin to planting millions of trees.
GFF 2026: Digital finance has scaled, now trust and resilience must catch up, says RBI’s Deputy Governor Murmu
India's digital finance sector now prioritizes trust and resilience over access. Technology transforms finance, but trust remains the essential bedrock. Operational and cyber resilience are key priorities for the nation's financial infrastructure. Inclusion must extend beyond smartphones to reach all citizens. Technology distributes services, but responsibility always remains with regulated institutions.
True Balance scores 100% of loan applications with AI, looks beyond credit bureaus to curb defaults
True Balance now uses AI for loan applications, retaining human review for some cases. This approach helps assess borrowers with limited credit histories effectively. The company has seen approval rates increase and defaults decrease significantly. Alternative data, like FASTag activity, supplements traditional credit scores for better profiles.
Man ordered an iPhone Pro, instead received a fake Chinese phone with Apple logo; Court orders Flipkart to pay him Rs 1.7 lakh
A Bulandshahr man who ordered an iPhone 14 Pro from Flipkart for Rs 1.43 lakh received a fake Chinese phone with a counterfeit Apple logo instead. After Flipkart rejected his return requests five times and his legal notice was returned undelivered, the Bulandshahr consumer commission ruled the company guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practice, ordering a full refund with interest plus compensation, taking his total recovery to about Rs 1.7 lakh.
Nepal floods: DNA testing offers last hope to families searching for missing loved ones
Nepal authorities are using DNA testing to identify hundreds of flood victims. Families seek closure and confirmation of their missing loved ones' fates. Police have collected thousands of DNA samples from bodies and relatives. The devastating floods have made identification a significant challenge for officials. This forensic process offers hope for families enduring prolonged uncertainty.
Can a right to collect toll become taxable payment? The GST question
A Supreme Court case questions whether a government-granted right to collect tolls constitutes non-monetary payment for highway construction. This dispute could impact public-private partnerships across infrastructure sectors. The court must distinguish between a toll right, the actual toll paid by motorists, and deferred payments, ensuring that valuable entitlements are not automatically treated as taxable consideration for construction services, thereby preserving project bankability.
National Highway builders bat for BOT annuity model to avoid zero-bid scenario
The National Highways Builders Federation said the current BOT (toll) model exposes private developers to an unacceptably high level of risk, citing recent tenders that received no bids. "BOT projects fundamentally depend on a bankable and balanced risk-sharing structure. Without resolving the core concerns around unfair default classifications for traffic drops, dispute resolution and real-cost delay compensations, there is a strong apprehension that upcoming tenders will continue to face zero-bid scenarios and lack of private participation," the federation said.
India toll revenue hits record ₹82,900 crore, up 14% in FY26
India's toll collections reached a record ₹82,900.16 crore in the past fiscal year. This growth reflects new toll roads, strong economic activity, and the success of the FASTag system. FASTag transactions also saw a significant rise. This surge marks a threefold increase in annual toll collections over eight years.
NHAI saves over Rs 2,000 crore in toll collection charges
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has significantly reduced toll collection charges, saving Rs 2062 crore in FY 2024-25. This reduction, from 17.27% to 9.27%, is attributed to initiatives like close contract monitoring, timely bidding, and minimizing short-term contracts. NHAI also introduced a 'Windfall Gain' clause to prevent excessive profits for toll collection agencies.
India needs an independent tolling regulatory authority to monitor all toll operations
Road tolling is a sensitive subject in India. There are complaints about lack of transparency and collusion among road agencies, contractors and politicians.
Delays at toll cost Rs 87,000 crore every year
Survey calculated the additional fuel consumption cost due to delay and slow speed of vehicles was Rs 60,000 crore adding upto an annual burden of Rs 87,000 crore.
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