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Are traffic fines going to be directly debited from your bank account? After CM Revanth Reddy’s remarks, RTA collecting bank details during vehicle registration has raised concerns. Is it optional or preparation for automatic deductions? Here’s what vehicle owners must know.

Following the tragic collision near Chevella that claimed 19 lives, the Regional Transport Authority launched inspections in Patancheru, uncovering 14 overloaded gravel trucks. Led by RTO Vijaya Rao, the checks revealed vehicles carrying up to 10 tonnes beyond permissible limits.

Hyderabad Traffic Police intensified action against wrong-side driving after booking over 10,000 motorists in a week. Officials said the offence is a major cause of accidents and congestion. Special drives, surveillance, and awareness campaigns are being conducted to curb violations

A 9 mm bullet was found in a passenger’s bag during screening at Moosapet Metro Station, triggering a brief security alert. The passenger, Mohammed Ahmed from Bihar, was detained, and Kukatpally Police launched an investigation into how he obtained the bullet

The Anti-Corruption Bureau registered 22 cases in July 2025, including 13 trap cases and one disproportionate assets case. A total of 20 public servants were arrested and over Rs 7 lakh was seized, including from surprise checks at RTA and registration offices

ACB officials from Karimnagar, led by DSP Vijay Kumar, are conducting surprise searches at the Peddapalli RTA office on Thursday, taking control of key departments and restricting public entry during the operation to prevent any interference

Focuses on checking driver licences, adherence to traffic rules, including preventing overloading and underage driving; at least 17 school buses with no valid fitness certificates seized

The real-time data synchronisation is expected to streamline enforcement workflows, reduce manual verification efforts, and ensure all challans are issued based on authenticated information from RTA database

According to RTA officials, several high-value numbers fetched substantial amounts during the registration number auctions.

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According to police, the trio claimed to make instant automobile insurances and renewals at low rates and with attractive offers, collected money from several motorists

RTP officials said the special drive was conducted with special focus on tinted glasses on cars.

The fraudster, whose identity is not yet known, along with some other people moved around in car and threatened other vehicle owners, in particular the truck drivers and extorted money.

Some motorists were found to be tampering the number plates of their old vehicles from TS to TG, causing concern for RTA officials.

RTO authorities has noticed a growing trend when white board vehicles are being used for commercial purposes, leading to significant financial losses to the government and legitimate commercial vehicle owners.

Reportedly found atleast over 50 staff, allegedly involved in illegal bidding and allotment of fancy numbers and distribution of fraudulent insurance certificates.

According to RTA officials, several high-value numbers fetched substantial amounts during the registration number auctions.

A truck load of turmeric was heading towards Guntur from Nizamabad district headquarters and as it reached Indalwai toll plaza, a car which was following it intercepted and persons wearing RTA official's uniform caught hold of the driver and drugged him.

The fitness certificates issued by the RTAs concerned will be valid for one year. Not obtaining a fitness certificate compromised the safety of students.

A section of schools were reportedly not showing interest in taking the vehicles for the test fearing that the buses would fail and that they would be unable to bear the costs.