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Karnataka collected ₹4,779 crore from 68 National Highway toll plazas in 2025-26. The state's operational toll plazas increased from 46 in 2021-22 to 68 in 2025-26, reflecting a nearly 48% rise over five years.

The Centre has once again rejected Metro Rail projects for Coimbatore and Madurai, advising instead to prioritize strengthening the bus system. The Ministry stated that a Metro Rail would not significantly reduce travel time in these cities.

The Anantapur Samanvay Committee Meeting focused on youth engagement initiatives, with a MYBharat representative emphasizing the need for increased registration awareness to connect eligible young people with the MYBharat platform and ensure participation in the Ministry's flagship programs.

The Supreme Court is examining whether individuals removed from the voter list in SIR can be denied welfare schemes. Justice Bagchi emphasized that the ECI cannot determine citizenship for voting rights and must refer such cases to the Ministry under the Citizenship Act.

The article discusses the Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024, published by the Ministry on February 24, 2024, which outline provisions for transferring and transporting elephants. It raises the question of whether Kerala can donate an elephant to Karnataka under these rules.

Father Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina Church, has been accused of sexually abusing a minor over 30 years ago and has been asked to step away from ministry during the investigation.

Brazil's energy minister is advocating for state control over mining company sales, while the same ministry informed Congress that no prior approval exists for such measures. The Rio Times reported this conflict between the ministry's stance and the minister's push.

The Ministry states that E20 petrol may reduce mileage by up to 5% but offers cleaner combustion and energy security benefits. It dismissed concerns about rapid implementation, noting the ethanol blending initiative began with pilot projects in 2001 and 5% blending was introduced in parts of the country by 2006.

Victor Marx, founder of a ministry, won the Republican primary for Colorado governor. He is now the Republican gubernatorial candidate in Colorado.

Amit Shah announced a new cooperative life insurance company modeled after Bharat Taxi. He stated the establishment of the Ministry has revitalized India's cooperative movement.

The government has lifted emergency gas curbs as LNG supplies stabilize. The situation has improved with a ceasefire in place, ongoing negotiations, and resumed maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Two DMK MLAs were allegedly offered a Ministry post and money to join TVK, per R.S. Bharathi. A DMK delegation met Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar to seek action on allegations of 'horse-trading' by the ruling party and private individuals in a Cabinet meeting.

Nigeria secured the release of six citizens detained in Côte d’Ivoire, with the ministry commending the ambassador and embassy officials for their role in the diplomatic effort.

The Kano state government has closed two unlicensed health training institutions after a ministry assessment found they failed to meet minimum requirements and standards for operation.

The Centre will deploy over 100 officers starting July 1 to support the VB-G RAM G rollout. These officers will collaborate with State governments, district administrations, and field-level functionaries to facilitate implementation, share best practices, and address challenges.

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized coordination for the NEET re-examination process. Officers from the Ministry will coordinate activities in states and report to the Command Centre led by the DG, NTA.

Investigations into the Warri-Itakpe train crash are underway as the ministry and Nigerian Railway Corporation express regret over the disaster and sympathize with victims' families.

The Ministry has recommended capping airports for privatisation. The recommendation followed queries from government departments on the Public Private Partnership Appraisal Committee.

Ministry, NTA, and NMC officials will appear before a parliamentary panel to discuss the NEET re-exam. This is the third such panel they are addressing.

Namibia's system is denying assistance to hungry pensioners, with a ministry stating they may not have received the message or are deceased.

Ramalinga Reddy resigns from the Ministry, citing feelings of humiliation. He stated he will remain in Congress and continue working as a legislator.