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Urban development, costs of Metro and Indian budget - a perspective asj - 10-OCT-2008
In my arguments with regards BRTS, I often bring up the key but neglected and forgotten matter of cost-effectiveness of a given solution to our transportation problems. It should come as no surprise to most who are acquainted with my stance that I hate the idea of spending money without a clear crsip rationale and long term plan. And the Metro falls under this category as far as I am concerned. MMRDA officials have in the past replied in agreement to my suggestion that Mumbai Metro will not solve its problems at all. Given the fact that 10000 daily migrants to Mumbai will swell it to a city 30 million plus by 2030, it will be fair to say that whether Mumbai gets sea links or Metro rail, people will still be travelling in quasi or near stampede like situations and roads will always remain clogged. |
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Quarterly Statistics on Deposits and Credit of Scheduled June 2008 belgaumblog - 9-OCT-2008
The Reserve Bank of India released its ‘Quarterly Statistics on Deposits and Credit of Scheduled 2008′.
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BBMPs Chikungunya/Dengue mosquito breeding centre in Indiranagar balu036 - 23-SEP-2008
The attached video is of a Chikungunya/ Dengue Mosquitos breeding centre at 14th Cross, Indiranagar 2nd Stage, Bangalore 560038, which is flourishing thanks to the laxity of Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (the authority in charge of ensuring public health and drainage maintenance). Water stagnates in this drain and no action is taken to clear its choking. Now it has become a breeding place for mosiqutos. Chikungunya has broken out in Karnataka and it seems BBMP is only facilitating spreading of such diseases. |
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sandeepmr - 29-AUG-2008
Quick observations: |
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Useful resource - Long-Life Concrete Pavements in Europe and Canada asj - 26-AUG-2008
Here is something which may be of interest and use of Praja members who want to look at local standards and compare with Western standards. http://international.fhwa.dot.gov/pubs/pl07027/index.cfm#execsumm Have not seen it in detail, seems useful. Cheers. ASJ |
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How good is your Road Safety Knowledge - Test your self against 170 questions asj - 25-AUG-2008
For some time now I have been working towards making available an Interactive road safety quiz database for Indian road users.
Here is the entire quiz database of 170 questions available as two interactive quiz e-book's to test your knowledge of road safety related issues. This is a free downloadable resource for all who are preparing to sit the theory driving test as a part of licensing procedure. The latter is rare as most states in India still have not implemented a mandatory theory test for learner drivers. Hope is that Road Traffic Authorities in India use the above as a starting point for implementing a mandatory theory test for all new learner drivers. This resource is also likely to be a perfect way of refreshing the knowledge base of those who have been driving for several years.
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Blasts in bangalore - city in turmoil namma_nadu - 25-JUL-2008
Just heard that there are 5-7 blasts in bangalore. Folks, take care. Stay put wherever you are and wait for police clearance to leave your offices or wherever you are. [Update: 3:30 pm It started with reports and SMS'es of low intensity blasts on Mysore road and Madivala in 1:30 pm - 2 pm timeframe. They say its 5 - 7 blasts around the city so far, mostly in South Bangalore areas. Some information on rediff on this. There is some unclarity around exact number (5-7) and specific areas of blast beyond Nayanadahalli, Madivala, Langford which have been confirmed by many. Keep watching TV and media sites.] |
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Meeting with Mr Praveen Sood (ACP Bangalore Traffic Police) Rithesh - 23-JUL-2008[Update July 25 6:15 pm : Just called their office and checked, the meeting is still on. Morning 10:30 AM , Venue: Mr Sood's office at "BMTC Complex 2nd Floor, Shivajinagar Bus Stand, Bangalore-560057"]
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Beijing is in the 22nd century! mcadambi - 13-JUL-2008
Beijing is far ahead of even New York City. Please read this wondeful article in New York Times:
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Traffic Chaos and Reforms: Analysis and way forward asj - 6-JUL-2008
Sharing with Praja members, two compilations.
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