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Indian Express
07-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Street vendors owe ₹85 crore as fee to Chandigarh civic body: Data
STREET VENDORS in Chandigarh owe ₹85 crore as fee to the Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh. There were 10,589 registered street vendors in all, but the licenses of 6,904 vendors have been cancelled for failing to clear their dues. 'We are taking strict action against the defaulter vendors, who are not clearing their we de-registered licenses of 6,904 vendors,' said Sumeet Shubhankar, Joint Commissioner, Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. As per official data, only 4,035 vendors are paying their dues regularly at present. His ward-wise list of vendors along with their dues is being uploaded on the MC house meeting agenda for June 10 for discussion. During the MC house meeting, a policy for allowing certain street vendors to operate in some areas of Chandigarh may also be taken up. As per the Chandigarh Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Rules, 2018, which came into effect on July 18, 2018, various 'Teeh Bazaars' are allowed in the city. Amritsari naan* sellers are allowed to place tables and chairs in front of their shops. The MC officials said that 'vendors of kulcha chholay, channa bhatura, tandoor, Amritsari naan, are not allowed to place tables and chairs in front of their shops, rather they are to serve food in a proper manner in the area of 5×6 only'. However, when contacted, Jaipur Singh Bunty, who is also Street Deputy Mayor, said that all other vendors are making payments on time, except the slot of illegal vendors. It is unfortunate that the MC is not acting against illegal/ street vendors, he said. 'What are the MC inspectors doing if these illegal vendors are there in the MC list?' Jaipur Singh Bunty asked. 'They always say that vendors of kulcha chholay, chana bhatura, etc, are not paying the fees regularly. But if we talk about the records, they are making regular payments. I request the MC officials to act against the illegal vendors, not the vendors of kulcha chholay, channa bhatura, etc,' he added. THE MUNICIPAL Corporation (MC), Chandigarh on Thursday removed 23 illegal vendors and issued 37 challans in areas like Sector 17 and Sector 22 market and Sadar Bazaar in Sector 19 in its anti-encroachment drive. The action was taken following the instructions of Municipal Commissioner Anindita Mitra. A total of 23 vendors were removed and 37 challans were issued in the city during the drive. According to civic officials, several unauthorised vendors were found occupying footpaths and other public spaces, creating obstructions for pedestrians and local businesses. Fines and penalties were imposed on the violators. Joint Commissioner Sumeet Shubhankar said that the enforcement team and area inspectors undertook a special inspection in the market areas to identify and take action against encroachments. The MC has intensified its enforcement activities to ensure the proper use of public spaces and maintain civic order. The civic body appealed to the vendors to operate within the designated zones and follow the rules to avoid penalties and other violations.
Barnama
06-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
CPO Futures End Lower On Rising Output Concerns
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today due to concerns over rising production, according to palm oil trader David Ng. He said weaker soybean oil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade during Asian trading hours also weighed on market sentiment. 'The rising production is mainly due to seasonality. We see prices supported at RM3,800 per tonne and resistance at RM4,000 per tonne,' he told Bernama. At the close, the spot-month June 2025 and July 2025 contracts dropped RM42 each to RM3,904 per tonne and RM3,923 per tonne, respectively. August 2025 fell RM45 to RM3,903 per tonne, September 2025 and October 2025 declined RM47 each to RM3,890 per tonne and RM3,886 per tonne respectively, and November 2025 reduced RM40 to RM3,891 per tonne. Trading volume improved to 64,761 lots from 59,422 lots yesterday, while open interest edged up to 245,562 contracts from 245,345 contracts previously. The physical CPO price for June South decreased by RM50 to RM3,950 per tonne. -- BERNAMA
North Wales Chronicle
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Chronicle
RAC reveals 'pothole plague' worse than ever in new study
Some 9,439 callouts to breakdowns as a result of poor road surfaces in the UK were received by the RAC between January and March. That was a 19% increase from 7,904 during the same period last year. Common vehicle problems caused by potholes include damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has previously said broken roads 'can risk lives and cost families hundreds if not thousands of pounds on repairs', adding that councils should 'get on with the job' of repairing them. Did you know there is an easy solution to reduce potholes in the UK? The innovative #JCB Pothole Pro fixes potholes permanently at half the cost of traditional methods. Discover more: Potholes are often formed when water freezes and expands after entering cracks in road surfaces. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: 'Our pothole-related breakdown data is a very clear reflection of the true state of the UK's roads, and it sadly shows the pothole plague is as prevalent as ever. 'Suffering a breakdown due to wear and tear caused by the poor quality of roads is frustrating beyond belief, particularly as the average cost of repairing anything more than a puncture is £460. 'The cost of motoring is high enough already without having to fork out extra money to get your car back on the road. 'Drivers shouldn't have to bear the brunt of these costs – they're only having to because the roads have been allowed to get into such a dire state. 'After filling dangerous potholes as permanently as possible, we urge councils to prioritise preventative maintenance such as surface dressing to stop future potholes appearing.' The cost of bringing pothole-plagued local roads in England and Wales up to scratch has been estimated at a record £16.8 billion. Local roads maintenance funding for England provided by the Government for this financial year is nearly £1.6 billion – a rise of £500 million compared with the previous 12 months. The increase is estimated to be enough to fix around seven million potholes. A quarter of the uplift is being held back until authorities have provided evidence they are using the funding wisely. Recommended reading: The cyclist vs driver war is boring - potholes are the enemy UK drivers face £2,500 fines for avoiding potholes RAC says potholes are a huge concern in worrying report Local Government Association transport spokesman Adam Hug said: 'Greater, long-term funding certainty for local highways authorities – with five-yearly funding allocations on a par with National Highways – is needed to tackle the multibillion-pound local roads backlog. 'This will enable councils to better monitor, plan for and invest in preventative treatments, which keep surfaces in better condition for longer and are cheaper than reactive repairs. 'The one-year boost to pothole funding confirmed earlier this month is good, and recognition that funding had been inadequate to keep roads maintained.' The Department for Transport has been approached for a comment.
Rhyl Journal
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Rhyl Journal
RAC reveals 'pothole plague' worse than ever in new study
Some 9,439 callouts to breakdowns as a result of poor road surfaces in the UK were received by the RAC between January and March. That was a 19% increase from 7,904 during the same period last year. Common vehicle problems caused by potholes include damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has previously said broken roads 'can risk lives and cost families hundreds if not thousands of pounds on repairs', adding that councils should 'get on with the job' of repairing them. Did you know there is an easy solution to reduce potholes in the UK? The innovative #JCB Pothole Pro fixes potholes permanently at half the cost of traditional methods. Discover more: Potholes are often formed when water freezes and expands after entering cracks in road surfaces. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: 'Our pothole-related breakdown data is a very clear reflection of the true state of the UK's roads, and it sadly shows the pothole plague is as prevalent as ever. 'Suffering a breakdown due to wear and tear caused by the poor quality of roads is frustrating beyond belief, particularly as the average cost of repairing anything more than a puncture is £460. 'The cost of motoring is high enough already without having to fork out extra money to get your car back on the road. 'Drivers shouldn't have to bear the brunt of these costs – they're only having to because the roads have been allowed to get into such a dire state. 'After filling dangerous potholes as permanently as possible, we urge councils to prioritise preventative maintenance such as surface dressing to stop future potholes appearing.' The cost of bringing pothole-plagued local roads in England and Wales up to scratch has been estimated at a record £16.8 billion. Local roads maintenance funding for England provided by the Government for this financial year is nearly £1.6 billion – a rise of £500 million compared with the previous 12 months. The increase is estimated to be enough to fix around seven million potholes. A quarter of the uplift is being held back until authorities have provided evidence they are using the funding wisely. Recommended reading: The cyclist vs driver war is boring - potholes are the enemy UK drivers face £2,500 fines for avoiding potholes RAC says potholes are a huge concern in worrying report Local Government Association transport spokesman Adam Hug said: 'Greater, long-term funding certainty for local highways authorities – with five-yearly funding allocations on a par with National Highways – is needed to tackle the multibillion-pound local roads backlog. 'This will enable councils to better monitor, plan for and invest in preventative treatments, which keep surfaces in better condition for longer and are cheaper than reactive repairs. 'The one-year boost to pothole funding confirmed earlier this month is good, and recognition that funding had been inadequate to keep roads maintained.' The Department for Transport has been approached for a comment.
Powys County Times
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Powys County Times
RAC reveals 'pothole plague' worse than ever in new study
Vehicle breakdowns caused by potholes increased by nearly a fifth in 12 months, new figures indicate. Some 9,439 callouts to breakdowns as a result of poor road surfaces in the UK were received by the RAC between January and March. That was a 19% increase from 7,904 during the same period last year. Common vehicle problems caused by potholes include damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has previously said broken roads 'can risk lives and cost families hundreds if not thousands of pounds on repairs', adding that councils should 'get on with the job' of repairing them. Did you know there is an easy solution to reduce potholes in the UK? The innovative #JCB Pothole Pro fixes potholes permanently at half the cost of traditional methods. Discover more: — JCB (@JCBmachines) April 22, 2025 Potholes are often formed when water freezes and expands after entering cracks in road surfaces. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: 'Our pothole-related breakdown data is a very clear reflection of the true state of the UK's roads, and it sadly shows the pothole plague is as prevalent as ever. 'Suffering a breakdown due to wear and tear caused by the poor quality of roads is frustrating beyond belief, particularly as the average cost of repairing anything more than a puncture is £460. 'The cost of motoring is high enough already without having to fork out extra money to get your car back on the road. 'Drivers shouldn't have to bear the brunt of these costs – they're only having to because the roads have been allowed to get into such a dire state. 'After filling dangerous potholes as permanently as possible, we urge councils to prioritise preventative maintenance such as surface dressing to stop future potholes appearing.' The cost of bringing pothole-plagued local roads in England and Wales up to scratch has been estimated at a record £16.8 billion. Local roads maintenance funding for England provided by the Government for this financial year is nearly £1.6 billion – a rise of £500 million compared with the previous 12 months. The increase is estimated to be enough to fix around seven million potholes. A quarter of the uplift is being held back until authorities have provided evidence they are using the funding wisely. The cyclist vs driver war is boring - potholes are the enemy UK drivers face £2,500 fines for avoiding potholes RAC says potholes are a huge concern in worrying report Local Government Association transport spokesman Adam Hug said: 'Greater, long-term funding certainty for local highways authorities – with five-yearly funding allocations on a par with National Highways – is needed to tackle the multibillion-pound local roads backlog. 'This will enable councils to better monitor, plan for and invest in preventative treatments, which keep surfaces in better condition for longer and are cheaper than reactive repairs. 'The one-year boost to pothole funding confirmed earlier this month is good, and recognition that funding had been inadequate to keep roads maintained.'
