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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Time of India
Over 300 cases booked, 100+ autos seized for overcharging in Bengaluru
In a bid to check overcharging by autorickshaw drivers following the bike-taxi ban, an enforcement drive across the city Monday saw nearly 300 cases of violations and over 100 autos being seized. As complaints of daylight robbery by both regular and app-based auto drivers pour in, the crackdown, directed by transport minister Ramalinga Reddy, involved 22 enforcement teams operating from early morning till evening. The drive covered both the city centre and outer areas including Devanahalli, Chandapura and Magadi. Jayanagar RTO reported the highest number of violations with 48 cases and 18 vehicles seized, followed by Rajajinagar RTO (36 cases and 13 seizures). Additional transport commissioner (enforcement) C Mallikarjuna said: "Field staff verified complaints directly with passengers to confirm the fare and distance travelled. Cases were booked only after ensuring drivers violated rates fixed by Regional Transport Authority (RTA)." Many of the seized vehicles lacked essential documentation like valid permits, fitness certificates and legal papers. "These are serious offences. Penalties in such cases can range from Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,000. A detailed report from RTOs will offer more clarity," Mallikarjuna said. Passengers alleged that ride-hailing apps have been levying unauthorised fees — congestion charges, pick-up fees, driver surcharges and even pre-booking tips — in clear violation of transport norms. In Bengaluru, RTA has fixed Rs 30 as the base fare for first 2km and Rs 15 for every additional km. Despite this, commuters have been forced to pay more, especially after the ban on bike taxis increased demand for autos. The city currently has around 3.6 lakh operational autos. The department has said it will soon evaluate the role of aggregators in these violations. "Once RTOs submit reports, action will be taken against app-based platforms as well," Mallikarjuna said. CN Sreenivas, president, Autorickshaw Drivers' Union (CITU), acknowledged the issue, saying 80-90% of auto drivers in the city have joined aggregator platforms. "The department has no control over these platforms. They've introduced tactics like platform fees and tips to maintain a commission-based model," he said. The transport department has confirmed its enforcement drive will continue in the coming days. New minimum fare At Rs 38? Sreenivas told TOI it has been months since a committee headed by a DCP submitted a report to the Bengaluru Urban deputy commissioner on revision of auto fares. Auto unions had demanded Rs 40 as base fare for the first 2km and subsequently Rs 20 per km. Sources said RTA is likely to consider Rs 38 as base fare and Rs 18 per km thereafter. Sreenivas said they will meet the minister seeking fare revision.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Affair ends in bloodshed
Compiled by CHOW HOW BAN, RAGANANTHINI VETHASALAM AND R. ARAVINTHAN A MAN was fatally attacked over his affair with a married woman in Bengaluru, India, Makkal Osai reported. The man, identified only as Sreenivas, 30, was living with his lover Kiran, who had recently separated from her husband. However, Kiran later found out that Sreenivas had another girlfriend, so she decided to break up with him and move out of their house. Despite this, Sreenivas apparently continued harassing Kiran by going to her new house. Angered by this, Kiran's three brothers and a few of their friends broke into Sreenivas' house and slashed him to death. Police have arrested seven people so far, including the siblings. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
Business News Wales
19-06-2025
- Health
- Business News Wales
University Academic becomes Associate Fellow with the British Psychological Society
A Psychology academic at Wrexham University has been recognised for her research and passion for the profession from a national body. Dr. Shubha Sreenivas, Programme Leader of the University's MSc Psychology (Conversion programme) and Senior Lecturer in Psychology (Biological), has been named an Associate Fellow with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Her Associate Fellow status has been given in recognition of her years of experience, expertise, and contribution to the field of Psychology. Dr. Sreenivas has been involved with psychological research since 2006, supporting multi-centre trials as Data Manager with NWORTH (North Wales Organisation for Randomised Trials in Health) at Bangor University's Clinical Trials unit, and has been leading independent research from 2012 onwards. Other areas of research that Dr. Sreenivas has led on includes looking at psychosocial problems of institutionalised, destitute women in India. While in the UK, she supported research exploring brain activations relating to mood disorders and treatment response. She has also explored the use of dogs and robotic dogs in improving reading confidence in primary school age children and the benefits of pet therapy for university students, and the difference they make to their anxiety and stress levels. Dr. Sreenivas also has clinical experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist with the Adult and Older Adults Psychology Services for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Speaking about her Associate Fellow status, Dr. Sreenivas said: 'I'm extremely excited about this professional recognition as it demonstrates how far I've come in the field. 'From gaining my first degree in English Literature and Journalism in India to then making my way into the Psychology pathway as a mature student, after completing my postgraduate degree in the subject. I then completed a Masters in Foundations of Clinical Psychology and a PhD at Bangor University, which has opened up so many opportunities for me. 'I feel proud of how far I've come and feel particularly pleased to be the Programme Leader of the Psychology Conversion programme at Wrexham. 'The programme is incredibly important to me, as it offers those, who have gained an undergraduate degree in another subject area but want to change direction and study or pursue a career in Psychology, do so. 'I think one of the main reasons I am so passionate about the Conversion programme is that those students remind me of myself and my own journey into Psychology.' There are still some places remaining for the September 2025 intake of the MSc Psychology (Conversion programme) at Wrexham University, you can find out more about the course here .
Business Standard
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
MPS rises after appointing Sreenivas Trichy Venkatraman as COO
MPS advanced 2.28% to Rs 2,717.35 after the company announced that it has appointed Sreenivas Trichy Venkatraman as the chief operating officer (COO) of the company, effective from 16 June 2025. Sreenivas brings over 25 years of global leadership experience across industries such as retail, insurance, technology, media, and telecommunications, with significant stints in the USA, Canada, and India. His most recent role was at ITC Infotech, where he led a high-performing business unit with annual revenues exceeding $80 million, managing cross-functional teams and driving operational transformation and customer-centric innovation. Prior to that, he spent more than 15 years at Publicis Sapient in India and the U.S., where he was instrumental in building the digital experience practice. He led strategic client partnerships, large-scale digital transformation engagements and played a key role in talent development and delivery excellence. Sreenivas holds an MBA in Systems and Finance, a bachelors degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, and an advanced diploma in Systems Management and Object-Oriented Programming Systems. At MPS, he will be responsible for driving operational and strategic initiatives, focusing on optimizing performance across the companys global operations. He will also lead efforts to align MPS over 3,000 professionals with the companys Vision 2027, aimed at reinforcing its leadership in premium B2B learning and platform solutions. MPS said Sreenivas appointment is expected to strengthen its operational efficiency and technology-led growth trajectory. The company also clarified that Sreenivas is not related to any of the directors of the company. MPS provides platforms and services for content creation, full-service production, and distribution to the worlds leading publishers, learning companies, corporate institutions, libraries, and content aggregators. The companys consolidated net profit surged 63.9% to Rs 47.07 crore on a 21.9% rise in net sales to Rs 182.11 crore in Q4 FY25 over Q4 FY24.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas booked for alleged misbehaviour, violating traffic rules
The Jubilee Hills police in Hyderabad have registered a case against actor Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas for allegedly violating traffic rules and misbehaving. The actor was issued a notice after he flouted traffic rules on May 13 and misbehaved with a cop. (Also Read: Meet man who fought Mike Tyson, won 9 titles in boxing, now works as a bouncer with Ram Charan) Sreenivas was caught by a traffic cop driving his car on the wrong side at the Journalists' Colony Junction in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, on May 13. According to PTI, when the cop asked him to take a U-turn and go on the right side of the road, the actor allegedly refused and drove his car towards the cop rashly. A case was registered against Sreenivas on the charges of rash driving and obstructing a public servant from discharging public functions. The inspector of the Jubilee Hills police station confirmed the news and told ANI, 'A case has been registered against actor Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas on 13th of this month, for violating traffic rules and misbehaving with traffic police. We have served a notice and sent it to him.' The actor is yet to address the incident. Sreenivas is the son of Telugu film producer Bellamkonda Suresh and brother of actor Bellamkonda Ganesh. He studied acting at Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in Los Angeles, USA, and Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai. He also underwent training in martial arts and stunts. He debuted in 2014 with Alludu Seenu and has since acted in films like Jaya Janaki Nayaka, Sita, and Kavacham. He starred in the Telugu remake of the Tamil hit Ratsasan, titled Rakshasudu, and received good reviews for his performance. He even debuted in Bollywood in 2023 with the Hindi remake of Prabhas' Chatrapathi, which failed to make a mark. Sreenivas has Bhairavam, Tyson Naidu, Haindava, and Kishkindhapuri lined up for release.
