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Meghalaya Mandates Driver Information Display in Commercial Vehicles for Enhanced Passenger Safety
In a landmark move designed to bolster passenger safety and foster greater transparency in commercial transport, the Meghalaya government has announced that all commercial vehicles in the state will soon be required to display drivers’ personal information inside the vehicle, where it is visible to passengers. This regulation, which is expected to come into force following an official notification, highlights a growing focus on traveler security, accountability, and trust—especially in a state where tourism is rapidly expanding.

Scope and Implementation
The new mandate will apply specifically to vehicles operating on commercial permits issued by the state’s transport department through its district transport officers. This includes taxis, buses, and other vehicles used for hire, but excludes private vehicles, government-owned vehicles, and those belonging to government undertakings. Once the rule is formalized, commercial vehicle owners will have a one-month window to comply by displaying the driver’s name, license number, contact number, and home address in a prominent place inside the vehicle.
Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh, announcing the policy, emphasized that the rule is a “simple but effective measure” aimed at empowering passengers and discouraging unlawful behavior by drivers. “When passengers know who is driving them, it creates a sense of trust and accountability,” he said, adding that the regulation is also a preventive step to strengthen Meghalaya’s overall security ecosystem.
Motivations Behind the Mandate
The decision follows a high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar and is rooted in concerns over passenger safety—particularly as Meghalaya attracts more tourists each year. The government believes that displaying driver information will help instill a sense of safety among travelers and—where applicable—reduce the likelihood of criminal intentions by drivers. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the reputation of Meghalaya as a safe and tourist-friendly destination, where both locals and visitors can travel with confidence.
Comparative Context and Industry Response
Meghalaya’s policy is notable for its direct focus on passenger-facing transparency. While other Indian states and the central government have recently introduced advanced safety technologies for commercial vehicles—such as lane departure warnings, anti-lock braking systems (ABS), and driver drowsiness alerts—these measures primarily address accident prevention and are not passenger-visible in the same way. For example, a recent central government mandate requires commercial vehicles to adopt advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and other technological features to combat fatigue and overloading, which are leading causes of road accidents in India. However, the Meghalaya directive uniquely empowers passengers by making critical driver information accessible during their journey.
Industry associations in Meghalaya, such as the state’s taxi operators’ group, are currently reviewing the implications of the new rule and are expected to respond after further discussions with the government. While compliance may pose logistical challenges for some operators, the regulation’s clarity and the one-month grace period are designed to ease the transition.
Expected Impacts on Passenger Safety and Tourism
Passenger safety is a central concern for governments worldwide, especially in regions experiencing a surge in tourism. By requiring the display of driver information, Meghalaya is taking a proactive stance not only to protect travelers but also to signal its commitment to transparency and accountability in the transport sector. The government anticipates that passengers—particularly tourists unfamiliar with local drivers and routes—will feel more secure knowing they can easily identify and, if necessary, contact the person responsible for their journey.
This measure could also serve as a deterrent to potential misconduct. The visibility of driver credentials may discourage criminal behavior and encourage drivers to adhere to professional standards. While it is too early to quantify the rule’s impact on crime rates or accident statistics, the psychological reassurance it offers passengers is expected to be significant.
Broader Implications for Indian Transport Policy
Meghalaya’s approach marks a clear departure from solely technology-driven safety interventions, instead focusing on human accountability and passenger visibility. This reflects a broader trend toward multimodal strategies in passenger safety, combining technological innovation with regulatory transparency. While the central government continues to invest in advanced safety features and stricter certification for commercial vehicles—such as the revised Bus Body Code and the push for “indirect vision” devices in buses—Meghalaya’s policy demonstrates that low-tech, high-impact solutions can also play a vital role.
Looking Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities
Implementing the new requirement will require effective communication and coordination between the government, transport authorities, and vehicle owners. The success of the mandate will depend on enforcement rigor and the willingness of operators to comply. However, the potential benefits—increased passenger trust, enhanced safety perceptions, and a stronger tourism brand—make the initiative a compelling model for other Indian states to consider.
Additionally, the policy may inspire further innovations in passenger safety. For example, digital platforms could be leveraged to verify driver credentials in real time, or QR codes could be displayed inside vehicles to provide instant access to authenticated driver information. Such steps would build on the foundation laid by the current mandate and further modernize Meghalaya’s transport ecosystem.
Conclusion
Meghalaya’s decision to mandate the display of driver information in commercial vehicles is a bold, passenger-centric step toward safer and more accountable public transport. By making critical details readily accessible to travelers, the state is addressing both the real and perceived risks associated with commercial travel, especially as tourism grows. This initiative not only enhances the immediate safety of passengers but also reinforces Meghalaya’s reputation as a forward-thinking, visitor-friendly destination. As the rule takes effect, its impact will be closely watched, potentially setting a precedent for other regions seeking to balance technological advancement with transparency and trust in public transport.
Source Link: https://medium.com/@akhlisheshsrivastva/meghalaya-mandates-driver-information-display-in-commercial-vehicles-for-enhanced-passenger-safety-e76606c7cecb
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Happy 26th Birthday, Google! 🎉
Happy 26th Birthday, Google! 🎉🌍 You've transformed the way we search, connect, and explore the world. Here's to many more years of innovation, knowledge, and tech magic! 🎂💻✨






#Google 26th Anniversary#Search Engine Giant#Google Birthday Celebration#Tech Innovation#Google Milestones#Digital Transformation#Technology Leader#Global Search Engine#Internet Pioneer#Google Success Story
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Ratnakar Lavu - A Visionary Business Executive
Ratnakar Lavu, an eminent business executive, has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the intersection of technology and commerce. Grounded by his formidable education, including an honor's degree in computer science and a Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Lavu's foundation has primed him for strategic leadership in the digital realm.
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I always felt I deserved more. So I went to sea, aged 12, and I began to build myself a great, gilded life that didn't humiliate me to live. So all of those stories that you would have my biographer tally as courage... it's all vanity. Always has been. And we are at the end of vanity.
Then you are free.
#the terror#theterroredit#the terror amc#james fitzjames#tobias menzies#had a completely different vision in mind for this but ended up really liking these caps together#i keep thinking about james in that first scene who is grieving the captain and father he's just lost; and with him any semblance of hope#that they can escape this or that their blind confidence; technology; intellect would be sufficient to save them#balking against and resisting francis' order even then to send out the sledge party because 'sir john forbade this plan'#and how this in some ways catalyzes the release of the need for perfection / the commander fitzjames facade he's mastered#and then the james in this second scene; who had to step in as commander of the expedition entire in francis' absence#who thought he was doing right with carnivale and giving the men something to hold onto before they're told the truth of their situation#AND who subverts sir john's style of leadership by actively seeking advice from blanky about how to relieve the pressure cooker#now watching francis as he breaks the news to the men but still evinces some modicum of optimism (the rescue party on its way back)#'nature doesn't give a damn about our plans' and it also does not give a damn about your pursuits in the name of vanity.#and what nature (this world) lays bare in james and what arises in its place - for him as a captain / leader / friend - is so fascinating#HHHHHHHH. will probably expand on this idea in another edit but anyway#quote from my favorite but similarly brutal novel east of eden <3#**#*theterroredit
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Just saw Mickey 17. My review- kinda disjointed, spread itself too thin thematically trying to hit too many hot-button beats at once, wound up inappropriately using Mark Ruffalo's character as a sin-eater who can be defeated to set everything right despite thematic power in the first half coming from the overall moral bankruptcy of the colonization project which Mickey is trapped within, annoyingly uninterested in exploring the ethical and philosophical ramifications of backup-based immortality outside of the bare minimum needed to have there be two Mickeys. However it was fun to watch them slaughter Robert Patterson again and again and again and again and aga
#thoughts#meta#the guy who invented the tech being a serial killer wasn't even the most thematically elegant way they could have integrated that idea#If this technology existed no world leader would ever die again#and limiting that reality to a fucking dream sequence involving a villain who died ten minutes ago is criminal
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Hate when people act like Tim is a skinny defenseless poor little meow meow with glass bones and paper skin.
Tim Drake. Red robin.
This mf here 👇🏻

#why do i the tim hater have to defend him from his fans?!#but also#he's not better at technology than babs#not better detective than Bruce (red robin the tim drake centric comic is basically the only one who claims so)#definitely not more flexible than Dick#not the best leader too#like please read a comic or a character meta post a fucking Wikipedia page don't just read fanfic and take it as canon#<- talking from experience#tim drake#red robin#anti tim drake
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my comfort person im crying missing bubu hours
#nct#neo culture technology#nct u#nct 127#nct 2018#nct 2020#superm#nct wish#nct dream#wayv#lee taeyong#리태용#taeyong#nct taeyong#bubu#ncity#nctzen#nct zone#missing taeyong hours#best leader ever#taeyong vlive#vlive
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Role reversal AU where Dillon and Tenaya made it to Corinth, Ziggy stays and the primary colour trio never made it to Corinth
#power rangers#power rangers rpm#okay let me clarify a bit more on this one#Flynn fails to save that group of people (going back out and sacrificing his safety and well-being)#Summer is actually captured by Venjix’s army#so then no one ends up going back for Scott#which ultimately results in all three of them being held prisoner by Venjix#ending up being the ones with Venjix technology#Scott escapes as does either Flynn or Summer#whereas Dillon; Ziggy and Tenaya are established as rangers (same colours but Tenaya is either blue or yellow)#Dillon isn’t as aloof and distant but he’s still pretty grumpy#Ziggy is still mostly the same but the mafia isn’t out to get him#as he managed to pay off his debt with fresno bob earlier in canon#and Tenaya is still witty and sarcastic but isn’t y’know dealing with venjix technology#(this idea isn’t fully developed but we’ll get there!)#Scott is still team leader but he’s the one who has to earn their trust#whilst also navigating the lack of memories and venjix technology running through him#he isn’t alone either as Flynn or Summer would be with him!#scott truman#flynn mcallistair#summer landsdown#ziggy grover#dillon#tenaya
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byte chip cookies backstory is that once he was burnt by a candle and he got so angry, it gave him the idea to invent a light without flame
#this is partly a joke#thats actually like “where it all began ~!”#he was burnt by a candle and Benjamin Franklin'd himself a lightbulb#it spiraled into inventing more technology/more ideas for technology#with his inventions and ideas he won the vote for leader and completely turned the Cyber Citadel into the hell pit it is now#cyber citadel#crk#cookie run kingdom
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The good thing about capitalism is competition. Companies strive to innovate and to provide the best products and services possible. That's why no os or app stays the same for more than a few months! They have run out of ways to improve and now tweak services endlessly in an attempt to juice as much out of us *glances off screen* I mean ensure shareholder value. Sure, we lost the headphone jack. Sure, we lost the search engine. Sure, we also lost those ir sensors that phones used to have. Remember when you could turn down the volume of the waiting room TV? That was far too regressive, so it was innovated away. Remember when you could own photoshop? That was so dumb why did they let us do that? The far more innovative design is one that relies on endless income. Politics has become boring? They innovated that too. There are so many wise thought leaders that we are so lucky to have lead our thoughts! How would we ever know what to think without them?? *looks off screen again with terrified eyes* I love billionaires I love not having to think about things I love consuming I love working please just let me see my- *feed cuts out*
#transgender#lgbtqia#transfem#transblr#trans#technology#thought leaders#ceos#billionaire#presidents#innovation#corpo speak#anti capitalism#late stage capitalism#neoliberal capitalism
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Akhilesh Srivastava Joins IRF Board of Directors: Pioneering the Future of Global Road Infrastructure
The global transport and infrastructure community witnessed a significant milestone during the IRF 2025 General Assembly held in Athens, as Mr. Akhilesh Srivastava was officially appointed to the Board of Directors of the International Road Federation (IRF). This prestigious recognition is not only a proud moment for India but also a powerful testament to Mr. Akhilesh Srivastava’s visionary contributions to intelligent transport systems, digital highways, and sustainable mobility.

Mr. Akhilesh Srivastava
A Leader in Smart Infrastructure
Akhilesh Srivastava, known for his deep expertise and pioneering work in digital transformation of road infrastructure, has been at the forefront of revolutionizing how roads are built, maintained, and managed. His leadership has been instrumental in deploying smart technologies in national infrastructure projects, including real-time traffic management, AI-driven road safety initiatives, and automated tolling systems.
His work aligns perfectly with IRF's global mission of promoting safer, more sustainable, and technology-driven road networks.
Driving Change at a Global Scale
With his appointment to the IRF Board, Mr. Srivastava is set to play a crucial role in shaping international policies and practices that advance:
Smart highway development
Sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure
Intelligent transport systems (ITS)
Digital construction and maintenance practices
Road safety innovation and global standards
This global platform gives him the opportunity to collaborate with international experts, share best practices, and influence the global dialogue on making transport infrastructure more efficient, inclusive, and future-ready.
A Moment of National Pride
Mr. Srivastava’s appointment is not only a personal achievement but also a reflection of India’s growing leadership in the global digital infrastructure space. His contributions symbolize how Indian expertise is increasingly playing a pivotal role on the world stage in building smarter, safer, and more resilient road networks.
Building Roads That Shape the Future
In his own words, this appointment is a commitment to building a better world—one road at a time. With his innovative approach and strategic mindset, Mr. Srivastava will continue to bridge the gap between technology, sustainability, and human mobility.
As we enter an era where digital highways, climate consciousness, and intelligent mobility are key drivers of infrastructure growth, his leadership will be instrumental in ensuring that we build roads not just for today—but for tomorrow.
Congratulations to Akhilesh Srivastava on this remarkable achievement. The road ahead is smarter, safer, and more connected—thanks to leaders like you!
Source Link: https://medium.com/@akhlisheshsrivastva/akhilesh-srivastava-joins-irf-board-of-directors-pioneering-the-future-of-global-road-5af917eecf65
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Here is Spinner/Big's patterning and color.
Might shift the design here and there still but, this is a good, solid form.
The injury was a radio, but during a failed detached, he hit his head and nocked off the device. He can't remember what he is and what his mission was support to be.
#He was with a pod with a mission to know what is making cetaceans “aggressive” towards humans in these resent months#While dispatching them some other up rise happens from man's creation leading them in a panic what to do and anciently dropping the pod#From here Big later named Spinner gets picked up my a solo Orca that is far from home himself and taken to a group thinking of their next-#- moves on humanity though now they are starting to see someone or thing has a grip on the humans and making them too dangerous to my near.#So they task themselves to swim to the leader of this uprising to know what is truly going one with only pieces and theories to go from#And the biggest what is Spinner and what was his mission truly will he see his pod or humans that came from?#Humanity's tampering with technology and the artificial has truly got man kind#idk#just something I wiped up from a few weeks#🍀🎨#mars.txt
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Ratnakar Lavu - A Visionary Business Executive

Ratnakar Lavu is a visionary business executive who has carved a significant niche in the technology and e-commerce sphere. Backed by an impressive educational pedigree in computer engineering from Wright State University and a wealth of experience helming global organizations, Lavu has brought about transformative change in multiple companies, guided by his insightful strategies and innovative methodologies.
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if p03 was a pokemon gym leader would his type be electric or steel
#i feel like a 'technology' theme fits better with electric but steel feels on par for a factory/robotic thing#i think him being able to use a rotom tips the scales towards electric for me#but revavroom and iron treads are also soooo good#what do you think. yea i am asking for a potential art thing#oh actually you know what? maybe the scrybes should be elite four not gym leaders. cuz theres 4. better reason to give them a powerful team#kc is the champ obviously(: she might be a dork but she whips ass#imagine challenging the league and being able to FEEL the choking cloud of toxic interpersonal drama between them all
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post oc lore king/queen !!
😭 I don't really have lore tbh, mostly vibes. Everything is too underdeveloped for lore
I have vague ideas of what I want my ocs to be.
For example, I want to put these guys in a 'time travel' kinda situation, where a murder takes place (that phone guy, who was the only one who knew how to help them get back in their time).


The only thing worse than their designs are the names
#these are old pictures. I technically have reference sheets of them but they are at my house. if I remember I'll post them wg#*when I get back (cut myself there oops)#ask#anonymous#art#traditional art#oc#original character#Cay#Tor#amazing names not at all lazy or uncreative#some 'lore'. since Tor is based on a more modern piece of technology he is too out of place in the story#this really is a problem for them because they don't want to attract unwanted attention so Cay haves to be the 'leader' of the situation#this whole thing cane from me thinking of the plot twist in the end. so I'll probably never actually flesh the story out#it'll live in my head forever#but I will try to flesh Cay and Tor out#I was also thinking of giving Cay a bow tie instead of a regular tie. we'll see#the phone guy doesn't have a name yet#btw I'll probably draw more of that other new oc (the human with no name) and Trime#“king” “queen” nah. more like. more like “Monarch”#although in my head both queen and king are gender neutral somehow. like grandma and grandpa and dad etc#edit: I just saw 'haves' instead of 'has' because autocorect doesn't work on the tags for some reason (I changed the sentence midway throug#I swear I know how to English)#original art
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