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NDTV
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Delhi's Old Vehicle Fuel Ban Begins Today: Here's How Its Being Enforced
The ban on the supply of fuel to old vehicles kicked off in Delhi on Tuesday amid high security. The Delhi government has installed Automatic Number Plate reader cameras (ANPR) at nearly 350 petrol pumps across the national capital for detection of such vehicles. The transport department has chalked out a detailed deployment plan involving personnel from its organisation, Delhi Police, Traffic Police, and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). Also Read: Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid Gets Benefits Of Up To Rs 10,000 Multiple teams of transport department, traffic police and local police have been deployed at different petrol pumps in South Delhi. The drive began from 6 am on Tuesday, enforcing the prohibition of fuel sale to petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years. At Chirag Delhi's Dhingra petrol pump, the Transport Enforcement and Delhi Traffic Police teams were seen stationed since early morning. "We are here from 6 am to ensure that no old vehicle is allowed to refuel. Petrol pumps have been directed to deny fuel to such vehicles," said Sub-Inspector Dharamveer of the Transport Enforcement team. He said that Artificial Intelligence-powered cameras and automated hooter systems have also been installed at the pump to identify old vehicles. "If any such vehicle arrives, the cameras detect it instantly and trigger a hooter to alert the staff," said Dharamveer, adding that in such cases, the vehicles are being impounded on the spot. Assistant Sub-Inspector Jagan Lal of Delhi Traffic Police said that they are verifying vehicle details using their central database. "The cameras will inform automatically, but our teams are also checking vehicles using our central database. The drive is being carried out jointly with local police and transport officials to ensure full compliance and to maintain law and order," said ASI Jagan Lal. Hriday Ram, a staff member at the Dhingra petrol pump, said, "We have been instructed not to fill fuel in any old vehicle. The moment such a vehicle is detected by the camera or by us, we alert the police or enforcement team immediately." The move is part of the Delhi government's effort to tackle air pollution. A 2018 Supreme Court judgment had banned diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi. A 2014 National Green Tribunal order also prohibits the parking of vehicles aged over 15 years in public places. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Delhi kicks off ban on fuel sale to old vehicles amid high security
Multiple teams of transport department, traffic police and local police have been deployed at different petrol pumps in South Delhi Press Trust of India The ban on supply of fuel to old vehicles kicked off in Delhi on Tuesday amid high security. The Delhi government has installed Automatic Number Plate reader cameras (ANPR) at nearly 350 petrol pumps across the national capital for detection of such vehicles. The transport department has chalked out a detailed deployment plan involving personnel from its organisation, Delhi Police, Traffic Police and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). Multiple teams of transport department, traffic police and local police have been deployed at different petrol pumps in South Delhi. The drive began from 6 am on Tuesday, enforcing the prohibition of fuel sale to petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years. At Chirag Delhi's Dhingra petrol pump, the Transport Enforcement and Delhi Traffic Police teams were seen stationed since early morning. "We are here from 6 am to ensure that no old vehicle is allowed to refuel. Petrol pumps have been directed to deny fuel to such vehicles," said Sub-Inspector Dharamveer of the Transport Enforcement team. He said that Artificial Intelligence-powered cameras and automated hooter systems have also been installed at the pump to identify old vehicles. "If any such vehicle arrives, the cameras detect it instantly and trigger a hooter to alert the staff," said Dharamveer, adding that in such cases, the vehicles are being impounded on the spot. Assistant Sub-Inspector Jagan Lal of Delhi Traffic Police said that they are verifying vehicle details using their central database. "The cameras will inform automatically, but our teams are also checking vehicles using our central database. The drive is being carried out jointly with local police and transport officials to ensure full compliance and to maintain law and order," said ASI Jagan Lal. Hriday Ram, a staff member at the Dhingra petrol pump, said, "We have been instructed not to fill fuel in any old vehicle. The moment such a vehicle is detected by the camera or by us, we alert the police or enforcement team immediately." The move is part of the Delhi government's effort to tackle air pollution. A 2018 Supreme Court judgment had banned diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi. A 2014 National Green Tribunal order also prohibits the parking of vehicles aged over 15 years in public places. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Mint
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Delhi begins ban on fuel sale to old vehicles; AI cameras, traffic police teams deployed at pumps
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) The ban on supply of fuel to old vehicles kicked off in Delhi on Tuesday amid high security. The Delhi government has installed Automatic Number Plate reader cameras (ANPR) at nearly 350 petrol pumps across the national capital for detection of such vehicles. The transport department has chalked out a detailed deployment plan involving personnel from its organisation, Delhi Police, Traffic Police and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). Multiple teams of transport department, traffic police and local police have been deployed at different petrol pumps in South Delhi. The drive began from 6 am on Tuesday, enforcing the prohibition of fuel sale to petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years. At Chirag Delhi's Dhingra petrol pump, the Transport Enforcement and Delhi Traffic Police teams were seen stationed since early morning. "We are here from 6 am to ensure that no old vehicle is allowed to refuel. Petrol pumps have been directed to deny fuel to such vehicles," said Sub-Inspector Dharamveer of the Transport Enforcement team. He said that Artificial Intelligence-powered cameras and automated hooter systems have also been installed at the pump to identify old vehicles. "If any such vehicle arrives, the cameras detect it instantly and trigger a hooter to alert the staff," said Dharamveer, adding that in such cases, the vehicles are being impounded on the spot. Assistant Sub-Inspector Jagan Lal of Delhi Traffic Police said that they are verifying vehicle details using their central database. "The cameras will inform automatically, but our teams are also checking vehicles using our central database. The drive is being carried out jointly with local police and transport officials to ensure full compliance and to maintain law and order," said ASI Jagan Lal. Hriday Ram, a staff member at the Dhingra petrol pump, said, "We have been instructed not to fill fuel in any old vehicle. The moment such a vehicle is detected by the camera or by us, we alert the police or enforcement team immediately." The move is part of the Delhi government's effort to tackle air pollution. A 2018 Supreme Court judgment had banned diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi. A 2014 National Green Tribunal order also prohibits the parking of vehicles aged over 15 years in public places.
India.com
14-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Akashteer Triumphs: Indias AI-Powered Air Defence Thwarts Pakistans Drone And Missile Strikes
In the backdrop of recent drone and missile strikes by Pakistan, India's ultra-modern indigenous air defence system Akashteer has attracted national and strategic attention for its role in neutralizing and intercepting airborne threats along the western border. The entirely AI-driven system effectively repelled a series of hostile drones and missiles in the night of May 8–9, when Pakistan launched a coordinated cross-border attack on 26 targets. As per defence officials, Akashteer played a crucial role in securing Indian airspace, avoiding major damage, and demonstrating the nation's technological capabilities in battlefield automation and air threat management. What Is Akashteer? Jointly developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Akashteer is an Artificial Intelligence-powered air defence system that combines real-time surveillance, detection, tracking, and neutralisation of enemy aerial threats. Characterised by officials as India's own version of Israel's "Iron Dome," Akashteer is also special in the sense that it is entirely indigenous, with no foreign components or external satellite dependence. It is part of India's overall C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) system. BEL is proud to announce that our in-house designed & manufactured Air Defence System, Akashteer, has proved its mettle in the war-field. Ground-based Defence Systems integrated with Akashteer made it hell for Pakistan's air adventures. @DefenceMinIndia — Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) (@BEL_CorpCom) May 14, 2025 How Does It Work? Akashteer employs high-end AI software and autonomous decision-making systems for detecting and intercepting incoming dangers without the use of human handlers. It cross-correlates inputs from radar systems, space-based inputs like NAVIC, and ground sensor inputs to deliver a single-source, real-time airspace image. This enables target engagement in the blink of an eye against vehicles like drones, loitering munitions, and cruise missiles. As per a post by DD News, "Akashteer is capable of intercepting and neutralising hostile UAVs without detection, using no active radar signatures. It relied entirely on stealth drone tracking, satellite surveillance, and AI-based decision-making." Its vehicle-based, mobile configuration guarantees flexibility in high-risk areas. The system combines several components—like 3D tactical radars, low-level lightweight radars, and the Akash missile platform—into a unified operational command structure. Superior To Pakistan's Defence Systems The recent engagements demonstrated Akashteer's superiority over Pakistan's air defence systems—primarily based on HQ-9 and HQ-16 platforms—which failed to detect or intercept Indian projectiles during the exchange. In contrast, Akashteer intercepted incoming threats in real time, giving India a decisive edge in aerial defence. 'With Akashteer, India becomes the first non-Western nation to fully integrate autonomous drone swarms, indigenous satellite surveillance, and AI-driven battlefield coordination into a single combat-ready platform,' the DD News report stated. Better Than Pakistan's Defence Systems The recent battles proved Akashteer to be superior to Pakistan's air defence systems—chiefly HQ-9 and HQ-16 platforms—since they could not detect or intercept Indian missiles during the engagement. In comparison, Akashteer intercepted incoming threats in real time, providing India with a clear advantage in aerial defence. "With Akashteer, India is the first non-Western country to integrate completely autonomous drone swarms, native satellite surveillance, and AI-led battlefield command into one combat-capable platform," the DD News report read. Strategic Importance Its deployment and success represent a huge milestone in India's defence strength. Its achievement reflects the country's shift from conventional air defence concepts to next-gen, AI-powered warfare systems. While tensions remain simmering along the Line of Control and beyond, platforms such as Akashteer are likely to be called upon to serve as a key element in upholding strategic deterrence and defending Indian airspace with precision and autonomy.
Zawya
12-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
90% of consumers' complaints resolved during 2024: ADRA
The Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority (ADRA), an arm of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) to develop and regulate the business sector, has reported remarkable growth in key indicators related to consumer and commercial protection during last year (2024). The rate of consumers' complaints against economic establishments, which were resolved amicably, rose to 90% of the total in 2024 compared to 83.4 percent in 2023, reflecting the effectiveness of its efforts to enhance consumer rights and the business sector's vitality. The estimated total value of goods and services of the reported complaints was AED26.3 million. In addition to receiving and settling consumers' complaints, ADRA conducts field visits to commercial establishments and sales outlets in various locations across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to ensure compliance with laws and rules regulating commercial activities. Last year, 251,083 field visits were conducted, up 4.5 percent compared to 240,229 visits in 2023. Awareness campaigns were increased 45 percent to 5,397 from 3,706 campaigns in 2023, reflecting ADRA's increased efforts to raise the business community's awareness about rules and regulations. During these field visits, 7,951 warnings and 3,081 violations were issued, and 53 closure cases were reported. The estimated value of goods and products not meeting the criteria stipulated by laws, rules, and regulations is AED40.8 million. Mohammed Munif Al Mansouri, Acting Director-General of ADRA, said, 'Consumer rights and intellectual property are at the top of our priorities. We remain committed to providing best possible mechanisms to ensure goods and services are delivered with the highest standards of safety, quality, and transparency. In this regard, we have launched a new edition of our Artificial Intelligence-powered consumer protection service on Abu Dhabi Government Services portal (TAMM) to further enhance consumers' awareness about their rights and share their opinions'. Al Mansouri added, 'Consumers' complaints and field visits represent vital tools to ensure compliance with laws and rules regulating the business sector, and continuous improvement of the investment ecosystem in the emirate. We also communicate with different stakeholders to know the challenges they face and find suitable solutions. I'm pleased to report that 96 percent of participants in the annual survey we organised last year (2024) have expressed their satisfaction about inspection and regulatory activities. We are forging ahead with efforts to enhance our services and further cement Abu Dhabi's status as a preferred destination for talent, businesses, and investments."
