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The resolution was passed by a voice vote following a discussion on a calling attention motion on Delhi Metro fare hike which was vociferously opposed by the ruling AAP MLAs.

Panel to look into ‘rationale’ behind Delhi Metro tariff hike

The motion for the constitution of the committee was moved by AAP legislator Somnath Bharti.

11 Oct 2017 2:06 AM

The announcement came on Monday night following a meeting of the metro's top decision-making body, the DMRC board, which refused to 'interfere' in the matter, referring to the stiff opposition mounted by Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal against the hike. (Photo: File)

Delhi commuters brace selves to pay more for metro rides from today

The hike will affect every metro commuter who travels beyond 5 km, while journeys falling in the 2-5 km distance slab will cost Rs 5 more.

10 Oct 2017 8:36 AM

The Centre, however, said a fresh committee to fix fares could be considered if the Delhi government agrees to provide over Rs 3,000 crore every year to DMRC, said the source, qouting a letter sent on Friday by Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Can't put Metro fare hike on hold: Centre to Delhi govt

Fares will go up by a maximum of Rs 10 after the latest hike comes into effect.

07 Oct 2017 6:50 PM

The BJP leader said that a fair-fixing committee meeting should be conducted, where in according to their recommendations, the fares should be fixed. (Representational Image)

Conflict between Centre, AAP shouldn’t affect public: BJP on Delhi Metro fare hike

Another BJP leader R P Singh said that as there is no alternative to commute in Delhi, the fare should be kept pocket-friendly.

02 Oct 2017 11:25 AM

Union urban ministry to look into Metro fare hike

If the hike was brought in place, the fares would have gone up by a maximum of Rs 10 from October 10.

02 Oct 2017 2:39 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe at Ground Breaking ceremony of Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project, in Ahmedabad on September 14. (Photo: PTI)

High-speed rail travel: The criticism is never-ending

India had good relations with Japan for decades, and Japan gave liberal financial assistance to India on many infrastructure and social projects.

25 Sep 2017 6:10 AM

Metro feeder bus service in big mess

Commuters forced to take autos, cabs in absence of ticket vending machines in buses.

22 Sep 2017 2:53 AM

Transit details for Delhi Metro would also be available on mobile devices with Google Maps, so commuters can check available Metro schedules to make route changes on-the-go and plan their trips accordingly.

DMRC partners with Google for better commute

This facility will provide the commuters complete information on Delhi Metro routes, line details, platform details, fares and more.

12 Sep 2017 12:47 AM

The eight-dog squad has been pressed into service for regular patrolling at the Metro network.

Eight more sniffer dogs for Delhi Metro security soon

Currently, the strength of CISF dog squad is around 50.

03 Sep 2017 4:09 AM

The slump in June was observed across all the corridors of the 218-km-long Metro network.

After fare hike, Metro ridership falls

DMRC claims multiple factors are responsible.

29 Aug 2017 1:41 AM

Delhi Metro is the world’s first Metro system to get green certification for all its major buildings and installations.

Delhi Metro 1st to become 100 per cent ‘green’ in world

The DMRC had earlier received the green certificates for its Phase-3 stations, depots, and sub-stations, said a statement.

29 Jul 2017 2:42 AM

The Delhi Metro, however, said that the plot is not a green space and that the requisite permissions have been sought to construct these flats.

DMRC plans housing project

DDA site near Janakpuri was earlier meant for nature care centre.

28 Jul 2017 2:39 AM

The staff have been protesting since Friday against the management’s failure in implementing a two-year-old decision to upgrade their pay scales.

Delhi Metro staff threaten to stall services

Deadlock over pay hike continues for second day, trains continue as normal.

23 Jul 2017 3:27 AM

'Dilli ki local,' the Ring Rail or Delhi Suburban Railway, is still a means of communication for the economically-backward.

Four decades on, Ring Rail struggles to remain relevant

Its rival, the Delhi Metro, is often visible running on a concrete bridge over the track on which the ring rail operates.

14 Jul 2017 2:19 AM

Apart from the commuters who require the Delhi Metro to travel from one place to another, the Metro has also become a spot for light meetings, short-time shelter and a nest for lovebirds.

Life in a Delhi Metro is not always fast

Students, who have to reach their examination centres before time, make space for themselves at Metro stations to sit and revise.

12 Jul 2017 2:52 AM

The novel initiative started by a Delhi-based couple Shruti Sharma and Tarun Chauhan “Books on the Delhi Metro” has become a quite a rage with more and more people joining the cause.

Now, find and read books on Delhi Metro

Initiative by a couple allows you to borrow a book and return it.

08 Jul 2017 2:08 AM

Repair work was completed around 1.10 pm but by that time trains had gradually halted across the 24-km-long corridor, with the down line going towards Rithala being the most affected. (Photo: PTI)

Snag hits Delhi Metro for second day

Train services on the Red Line were hit due to an overhead wire snag between Kashmere Gate and Shastri Park stations.

02 Jul 2017 1:38 AM

The 58-km-long Pink Line will be opened in stages between December 2017 and March 2018, according to the latest report

Delhi Metro’s Phase III likely to start run by March

Stretches of Pink, Magenta Lines to open, starting October.

26 Jun 2017 1:41 AM

The stretch will improve connectivity between the northwestern parts of the city and South Delhi.

Delhi: Work on Pink Line picks up pace

Majlis Park to Lajpat Nagar stretch will be complete by September.

18 Jun 2017 3:16 AM

Sreedharan to attend Kochi Metro launch

PMO steps in after controversy over invite.

16 Jun 2017 2:19 AM

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