News Topic:Motor Vehicles Act 1988

Crackdown on Underage Driving: Srinagar Traffic Police imposes whopping Rs 25,000 fine, 3-year jail for parents

The Srinagar Traffic Police here have announced that the parents of underage motorists will now have to pay a fine of Rs 25,000, besides up to three-year imprisonment.
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Viral Bike Stunt Video: Traffic Police seizes bike of minor daredevil in Srinagar

Traffic Police took action under relevant sections of Motor Vehicle Act after a video went viral on social media showing a girl doing dangerous bike stunts in Srinagar.

Traffic Police to act tough against two-wheeler riders without helmet

Traffic Police would soon launch a special drive in Jammu and Kashmir to enforce traffic rules, especially helmet rules.

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Special NIA Court acquits man in 2022 Ganderbal grenade case

A Special NIA Court acquitted Asif Bashir Khan in a 2022 Ganderbal grenade case, holding that the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt.

J&K notifies Common Duct Policy 2026 to curb repeated road excavation for utilities

J&K has notified the Common Duct Policy 2026, mandating shared underground utility corridors to reduce repeated road excavation for utility networks.

LG Manoj Sinha prorogues J&K Legislative Assembly

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has prorogued the J&K Legislative Assembly under Section 18 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.