The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Sunday announced it has raised the cost of its annual pass by ₹75 to ₹3,075 for the upcoming 2026-27 fiscal year. This annual pass option was introduced on August 15, 2025, to offer fiscal relief to travelers utilizing national roadways. In an official release, NHAI said it…
Starting 1 April, travelers entering Himachal Pradesh will face higher charges at entry-point toll plazas as the state government revised toll regulations for the upcoming fiscal year, significantly increasing charges for private automobiles entering the hill state. The hike in toll rates ranges from ₹30 to ₹180, contingent upon the type of vehicle. Notably, vehicles…
As expressways multiply and speeds rise, policymakers have acknowledged that infrastructure expansion alone cannot deliver safe mobility. The government is now reworking how highways are designed, monitored and managed—going beyond expansion to systemic safety reform. mint explains why highway safety has become a priority for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), and how…
In a landmark move, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) called off Know Your Vehicle (KYV) mandatory requirements needed for activation after procurement of FASTag pass. For all FASTag issuance from 1 February 2026, motorists will no longer face ‘inconvenience and delays’ that come with KYV. Previously, banks had to conduct KVY verification for…
