Munnabhai Actor Ashwin Mushran has sparked an online discussion after alleging he was wrongly charged a R ...More

Munnabhai Actor Ashwin Mushran has sparked an online discussion after alleging he was wrongly charged a Rs 200 penalty at Mumbai's Bandra-Worli Sea Link despite having sufficient FASTag balance. Sharing the incident on Instagram, the actor claimed he later got the money refunded after showing proof of the available balance. ...Less

The central government is considering reducing toll exemptions for vehicles of senior government official ...More

The central government is considering reducing toll exemptions for vehicles of senior government officials on national highways. A high-level committee recommended amending rules to limit fee-free crossings, with discussions underway to phase out these exemptions. The FASTag Annual Pass is being promoted as an alternative for government employees. ...Less

Daily average transaction volumes rose to 748 million in May from 745 million in April, reflecting higher ...More

Daily average transaction volumes rose to 748 million in May from 745 million in April, reflecting higher adoption of UPI for retail consumer payments. ...Less

India reports a decrease in overall crime, attributed to public investment, digitization, and enhanced su ...More

India reports a decrease in overall crime, attributed to public investment, digitization, and enhanced surveillance. Cybercrime, however, is on the rise. Crime against women has also seen a reduction. Increased CCTV cameras and integrated command centers contribute to higher crime detection rates. Economic growth benefits from reduced crime. ...Less

Toll collection growth in India is expected to slow to 5-7 percent this fiscal year. The West Asia confli ...More

Toll collection growth in India is expected to slow to 5-7 percent this fiscal year. The West Asia conflict is impacting freight movement and industrial activity. This slowdown is seen as temporary. Toll rates may increase more significantly next fiscal year. This will drive toll collection growth to 8-10 percent. Commercial traffic is the main driver of toll collections. ...Less

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling at the Mundka-Bakkarwala ...More

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling at the Mundka-Bakkarwala plaza on Delhi’s Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II). The new system allows vehicles to pass through without stopping, promising faster travel, reduced congestion, and lower emissions in the national capital. ...Less

Speaking at the launch of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at the Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Pl ...More

Speaking at the launch of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at the Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Plaza, Delhi, days after the country's first MLFF system was launched at the Chorayasi toll plaza on the Surat–Bharuch section of NH-48 in Gujarat, road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said the multi-lane free flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system will lead to Rs 295 crore of fuel saving per year and reduction of 81,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emission besides reduction in travel time and enhancement of logistics efficiency. ...Less

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated a new barrier-less toll system in Delhi. This advanced techn ...More

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated a new barrier-less toll system in Delhi. This advanced technology allows vehicles to pass through without stopping. India is expanding this system to multiple toll plazas nationwide. The rollout aims to reduce traffic jams and save travel time and fuel. More plazas will be equipped by 2027. ...Less

India is set to eliminate physical toll plazas by the end of 2026. A new automated system will charge veh ...More

India is set to eliminate physical toll plazas by the end of 2026. A new automated system will charge vehicles based on distance travelled. This will use number plate recognition and FASTag technology. Drivers will not need to stop, allowing for uninterrupted travel at highway speeds. This change aims to reduce congestion and improve travel efficiency across the nation. ...Less

Delhi is testing barrierless tolling, known as Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF), at the Mundka toll plaza, wit ...More

Delhi is testing barrierless tolling, known as Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF), at the Mundka toll plaza, with vehicles passing through and tolls deducted via FASTag. This system, set to go live by mid-May, aims to eliminate waiting times and congestion, with plans to expand to 17 plazas and more soon. ...Less

The new system removes physical toll barriers and enables seamless vehicle movement. "The MLFF framework ...More

The new system removes physical toll barriers and enables seamless vehicle movement. "The MLFF framework introduces barrier-less tolling with minimal human intervention, enabling vehicles to pass through toll locations without stopping and ensuring seamless traffic flow," the release said. ...Less

IDFC FIRST Bank's FIRST EARN and Hello Cashback credit cards offer straightforward cashback on daily tran ...More

IDFC FIRST Bank's FIRST EARN and Hello Cashback credit cards offer straightforward cashback on daily transactions, maximizing savings without altering spending habits. These cards provide an interest-free period and fee reversals on spending, enhancing value beyond just cashback with added protection benefits. ...Less

Road safety in hilly regions is set to improve. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will now focu ...More

Road safety in hilly regions is set to improve. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will now focus on stabilizing slopes before building roads in mountainous areas. This initiative aims to ensure long-term safety and durability of road infrastructure. ...Less

UPI transactions in April saw a minor dip from March but a 25% rise year-on-year. While UPI shows resilie ...More

UPI transactions in April saw a minor dip from March but a 25% rise year-on-year. While UPI shows resilience, India's digital payments sector is experiencing a slowdown, with new user growth also decelerating. NPCI is considering market share caps for larger UPI apps. ...Less

India is set to introduce seamless, barrier-free tolling on national highways by December. This advanced ...More

India is set to introduce seamless, barrier-free tolling on national highways by December. This advanced system will use technologies like ANPR and FASTag for automatic toll collection. Vehicles will not need to stop at toll plazas. This initiative aims to significantly reduce logistics costs, bringing them closer to global benchmarks. ...Less

Mumbai-Pune Expressway’s long-awaited Missing Link will open to traffic on May 1, 2026. The 13.3-km bypas ...More

Mumbai-Pune Expressway’s long-awaited Missing Link will open to traffic on May 1, 2026. The 13.3-km bypass is expected to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Pune by 20–30 minutes, ease ghat-section congestion, and make weekend getaways to Karjat, Lonavala, and Neral much easier for daily commuters and families. ...Less

Three men in a BMW and Toyota Fortuner allegedly attacked and briefly kidnapped a toll worker near Bengal ...More

Three men in a BMW and Toyota Fortuner allegedly attacked and briefly kidnapped a toll worker near Bengaluru after refusing to pay the toll. Claiming ties to a local MLA, they forced their way through the barrier, assaulting the toll collector and his colleague. Police have registered an FIR and are searching for the accused. ...Less

The directive comes after the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) received multiple complaints wh ...More

The directive comes after the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) received multiple complaints where the VRN captured by FASTag readers does not match with the actual registration number displayed on the vehicle number plate. ...Less

There was a decline in banking stocks during Tuesday’s trading session. The drop came as a reaction to th ...More

There was a decline in banking stocks during Tuesday’s trading session. The drop came as a reaction to the RBI tightening its bad loan norms. The market’s reaction was not really a surprise. The new rules will have an impact on bank margins in the short term. In the longer term, however, remember that banking as a business will grow in the way it should only if there are good and tough regulations in place. That’s something to keep in mind as an investor. ...Less

India's solar industry said the decision to impose steep preliminary anti-dumping duties on cells and mod ...More

India's solar industry said the decision to impose steep preliminary anti-dumping duties on cells and modules from India will have limited immediate impact on domestic exporters, but remains a matter of concern. ...Less

The Reserve Bank of India is enhancing digital fraud prevention. Cross-border recurring electronic paymen ...More

The Reserve Bank of India is enhancing digital fraud prevention. Cross-border recurring electronic payments via cards, prepaid instruments, and UPI are now under E-mandate rules. Customers can opt-out of transactions or mandates. Limits are set for recurring payments. Pre-transaction notifications are mandatory for most debits. These rules aim to protect customers and ensure secure electronic transactions across borders. ...Less

Jio Financial Services is expanding its lending book with property and asset-backed corporate loans. The ...More

Jio Financial Services is expanding its lending book with property and asset-backed corporate loans. The company prioritizes balance sheet strength before venturing into unsecured credit. Its loan book currently focuses on these secured segments. Jio Financial Services aims to be a full-service financial provider, with its payments bank and payment aggregator businesses also showing growth. ...Less

The ministry of road transport and highways, Tuesday, notified the National Highways Fee Rules for fee co ...More

The ministry of road transport and highways, Tuesday, notified the National Highways Fee Rules for fee collection from overloaded vehicles on National Highways beyond the permissible Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), the move aimed at promoting compliance with prescribed load limits and enhancing road safety while protecting highway infrastructure. ...Less

From April 10, cash payments at national highway toll plazas will stop. FASTag remains the primary method ...More

From April 10, cash payments at national highway toll plazas will stop. FASTag remains the primary method for toll collection. Vehicles without a valid FASTag can pay using UPI. However, this UPI payment will be 1.25 times the standard toll fee. This change aims to reduce queues and improve highway travel for commuters. ...Less

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is discontinuing cash transactions at toll plazas from April ...More

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is discontinuing cash transactions at toll plazas from April 10, mandating digital payments to reduce queues and improve traffic flow. Vehicles without FASTag will pay 1.25 times the toll via UPI, with further penalties for non-payment. The move aims to streamline tolling and minimize disputes. ...Less

India's toll collections reached a record ₹82,900.16 crore in the past fiscal year. This growth reflects ...More

India's toll collections reached a record ₹82,900.16 crore in the past fiscal year. This growth reflects new toll roads, strong economic activity, and the success of the FASTag system. FASTag transactions also saw a significant rise. This surge marks a threefold increase in annual toll collections over eight years. ...Less

Major financial and banking rule changes are coming from April 1, 2026. SBI Card, NHAI FASTag, and RuPay ...More

Major financial and banking rule changes are coming from April 1, 2026. SBI Card, NHAI FASTag, and RuPay debit card lounge access will see revisions. PAN card applications will require additional documents. Digital payment transactions will need two-factor authentication. New income tax rules also take effect. These changes will affect many users. ...Less

Bank holiday today: It is important to note that banks in India observe a standardised holiday schedule t ...More

Bank holiday today: It is important to note that banks in India observe a standardised holiday schedule that includes all Sundays, the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, as well as regional and national holidays declared in the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) annual holiday calendar.. ...Less

FASTag annual pass: The National Highways Authority of India is increasing the FASTag annual pass fee. St ...More

FASTag annual pass: The National Highways Authority of India is increasing the FASTag annual pass fee. Starting April 1, 2026, private vehicle owners will pay Rs 3,075 for the pass. This allows one year or 200 toll crossings without per-trip charges. ...Less

FASTag Annual Pass: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will increase the FASTag Annual Pass ...More

FASTag Annual Pass: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will increase the FASTag Annual Pass fee from Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,075, effective April 1, 2026. This revision, confirmed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, applies to non-commercial private vehicles and allows for 200 toll crossings or one year of validity. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India plans a toll rate increase on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway starti ...More

The National Highways Authority of India plans a toll rate increase on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway starting April 1, 2026. The average hike will be around five percent. Toll payments will be exclusively digital, accepting only FASTag or UPI. This change affects commuters using the expressway for one-way or return journeys. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to revise the applicable fee for the FASTag Annual ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is set to revise the applicable fee for the FASTag Annual Pass, increasing the rate from the current Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,075 for the 2026-27 Financial Year. According to the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, this new fee structure takes effect on April 1, 2026. The adjustment follows the regulatory framework established under the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008. ...Less

Have closed your Paytm FASTag: Some Paytm FASTag users who have been facing difficulty closing their acco ...More

Have closed your Paytm FASTag: Some Paytm FASTag users who have been facing difficulty closing their accounts have taken to social media to complain. ...Less

List of FASTags issuers: The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has removed Paytm Payments Bank L ...More

List of FASTags issuers: The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has removed Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL) from its list of approved issuers for FASTag service. Here is the full list of authorized banks that are eligible to issue FAstags. ...Less

How to recharge FASTag: The apex bank said that after March 15, 2024 no customer accounts, prepaid cards, ...More

How to recharge FASTag: The apex bank said that after March 15, 2024 no customer accounts, prepaid cards, Paytm Wallets, FASTags, NCMC cards, etc. will accept deposits, credit transactions, top-ups. ...Less

How to close Paytm FASTag: Paytm Payments Bank has been one of the largest issuers of the FASTag. It said ...More

How to close Paytm FASTag: Paytm Payments Bank has been one of the largest issuers of the FASTag. It said that after March 15, 2024 no customer accounts, prepaid cards, Paytm Wallets, FASTags, NCMC cards, etc. will accept deposits, credit transactions, top-ups. ...Less

If your KYC is not complete, then even valid balance will not save your FASTag from being blacklisted or ...More

If your KYC is not complete, then even valid balance will not save your FASTag from being blacklisted or deactivated by your bank. The process will start from January 31. So, get your KYC fully done on or before the last day of the current month. ...Less

Buy FASTag Online: FASTag is an RFID technology device for toll payments. It enables automatic toll deduc ...More

Buy FASTag Online: FASTag is an RFID technology device for toll payments. It enables automatic toll deduction for a hassle-free trip on national highways. Recharging options are available online. ...Less

FAQs for Paytm FASTag users: To help users of Paytm FASTag, Paytm Payments Bank has issued a fresh set of ...More

FAQs for Paytm FASTag users: To help users of Paytm FASTag, Paytm Payments Bank has issued a fresh set of FAQs. Here is what it states. ...Less

Starting August 1, 2024, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) introduces significant changes ...More

Starting August 1, 2024, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) introduces significant changes to FASTag regulations, emphasizing Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. FASTag holders must update KYC for tags issued 3-5 years ago and replace tags older than five years. All FASTags must be linked to vehicle registration and chassis numbers. Clear photos and mobile numbers are also required. The final deadline for compliance is October 31, 2024. ...Less

FASTag KYC deadline: If your FASTag KYC is not complete there are chances that your FASTag has been deact ...More

FASTag KYC deadline: If your FASTag KYC is not complete there are chances that your FASTag has been deactivated or blacklisted. Note that a vehicle with a 'blacklisted FASTag is not allowed to pay toll using FASTag at the toll plaza. ...Less

How to deactivate Paytm FASTag: After March 15, no further funding or top-ups will be allowed in the FAST ...More

How to deactivate Paytm FASTag: After March 15, no further funding or top-ups will be allowed in the FASTags issued by Paytm Payments Bank. It is suggested that you close your Paytm Fastag (especially if you do not have any balance amount in the FASTag) and procure a new one from another authorized issuer as soon as possible. Here's why. ...Less

Paytm Payments Bank Ltd has been removed from NHAI's approved list of Fastag providers. Users must deacti ...More

Paytm Payments Bank Ltd has been removed from NHAI's approved list of Fastag providers. Users must deactivate their Paytm Fastag and obtain a new one from the 32 banks listed on NHAI's website or through the "My FASTag" app. Visit NHAI's official website for more details. ...Less

FASTag KYC: "NHAI has taken this initiative after the recent reports of multiple FASTags being issued for ...More

FASTag KYC: "NHAI has taken this initiative after the recent reports of multiple FASTags being issued for a particular vehicle and FASTags being issued without KYC in violation of RBI’s mandate," stated a PIB release. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance dead ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance deadline for FASTags, aiming to streamline electronic toll collection. NHAI introduces the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative to boost efficiency, discouraging the use of a single FASTag for multiple vehicles. NHAI emphasizes adherence to the initiative to ensure seamless toll operations and convenience for users. Users can update their FASTag KYC through the official website or their respective bank portals. ...Less

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday issued a set of FAQs relating to the Paytm Payment Bank crisis. ...More

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday issued a set of FAQs relating to the Paytm Payment Bank crisis. The central bank also said that the FASTag linked with Paytm Payment Bank can be used only till March 15, 2024. ...Less

In order to give prime importance to existing FASTag users, dissuade defaulters and further encourage ado ...More

In order to give prime importance to existing FASTag users, dissuade defaulters and further encourage adoption of FASTags by national highways commuters, vehicles without FASTags entering the FASTag lane are being charged double the toll fee, NHAI said in a statement. ...Less

NHAI announced that FASTags without complete KYC will be deactivated by banks after January 31, 2024, ali ...More

NHAI announced that FASTags without complete KYC will be deactivated by banks after January 31, 2024, aligning with RBI guidelines. The 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative aims to discourage the use of a single FASTag for multiple vehicles or linking multiple FASTags to a specific vehicle. FASTags with valid balance but with incomplete KYC will be deactivated or blacklisted. NHAI urges FASTag users to complete the KYC process to avoid inconvenience. Only the latest FASTag account will remain active after January 31, 2024. ...Less

Paytm FASTag: As of February 22, 2024 existing FASTags of Paytm would work post March 15, 2024 but they c ...More

Paytm FASTag: As of February 22, 2024 existing FASTags of Paytm would work post March 15, 2024 but they cannot be topped up with money. So this will render them unusable for paying highway toll tax once the existing balance is exhausted. Here's what you need to know about using Paytm FASTag post March 15, 2024 ...Less

The move is expected to discourage use of single FASTag for multiple vehicles or linking multiple Fastags ...More

The move is expected to discourage use of single FASTag for multiple vehicles or linking multiple Fastags to a particular vehicle and enhance efficiency in toll collection at toll plazas, the ministry of road transport and highways said in a statement issued on Monday. ...Less

Kotak Mahindra Bank has announced that till December 1, it has waived off issuance charges. This offer is ...More

Kotak Mahindra Bank has announced that till December 1, it has waived off issuance charges. This offer is available for both Kotak customers and non-customers who avail of Kotak FASTag. ...Less

Banks will deactivate or blacklist FASTags with a legitimate balance but inadequate KYC after January 31, ...More

Banks will deactivate or blacklist FASTags with a legitimate balance but inadequate KYC after January 31, 2024. Here is how to do KYC for FASTag. ...Less

FASTags will become mandatory for all vehicles, private and commercial, from December 15, 2019. These are ...More

FASTags will become mandatory for all vehicles, private and commercial, from December 15, 2019. These are currently issued by 22 certified banks through various channels such as Point-of-Sale (POS) at National Highway toll plazas and bank branches. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is considering extending the deadline for the 'One Vehicl ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is considering extending the deadline for the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative compliance to March-end, following issues faced by Paytm FASTag users. Initially set for February 29, the deadline extension would also apply to completing FASTag KYC. NHAI introduced the initiative to improve toll collection efficiency and discourage misuse. In a related development, the RBI advised Paytm Payments Bank Ltd customers to transfer their accounts by March 15 but assured no restrictions on withdrawals or fund utilization until balances are exhausted. ...Less

With the help of a FASTag, you will not have to stop your vehicle at toll plazas to pay toll. ...More

With the help of a FASTag, you will not have to stop your vehicle at toll plazas to pay toll. ...Less

Any vehicle without a FASTag, or an invalid FASTag entering into the FASTag lane would be liable to pay t ...More

Any vehicle without a FASTag, or an invalid FASTag entering into the FASTag lane would be liable to pay two times the fee applicable at the toll plaza. ...Less

Two mobile applications were launched by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) last month for e ...More

Two mobile applications were launched by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) last month for ease of obtaining FASTags. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched the "One Vehicle, One FASTag" programme to impro ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched the "One Vehicle, One FASTag" programme to improve the effectiveness of the Electronic Toll Collection system and facilitate smooth flow at the Toll Plazas. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has implemented the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' rule to det ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has implemented the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' rule to deter the use of a single FASTag for multiple vehicles. Effective from April 1, users with multiple FASTags for one vehicle won't be able to use them all. FASTag ensures seamless toll payments using RFID technology. ...Less

As per Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, FASTag had been made mandatory since 2017 for registration of ...More

As per Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, FASTag had been made mandatory since 2017 for registration of new four-wheeled Vehicles and is to be supplied by the Vehicle Manufacturer or their dealers. ...Less

The NHAI started electronic toll collection through RFID-based FASTags on its 523 toll plazas across the ...More

The NHAI started electronic toll collection through RFID-based FASTags on its 523 toll plazas across the country from December 15 for seamless flow of traffic. FASTag is a prepaid tag, affixed on vehicle's windscreen, that enables automatic deduction of toll charges and lets the vehicle pass through the toll plaza without stopping for cash transaction. ...Less

Cash payments at National Highway toll plazas will be phased out from April 1, 2026. All toll payments wi ...More

Cash payments at National Highway toll plazas will be phased out from April 1, 2026. All toll payments will then be digital, primarily through FASTag and UPI. This move aims to enhance electronic toll collection efficiency. Over 98 percent FASTag penetration has already transformed tolling practices. UPI payment options are also available nationwide. ...Less

With the help of FASTag, you will not have to stop your vehicle at toll plazas to pay the toll. As soon a ...More

With the help of FASTag, you will not have to stop your vehicle at toll plazas to pay the toll. As soon as the vehicle crosses the toll plaza, the toll fee will get deducted from the prepaid wallet linked to the FASTag affixed on car's windscreen. ...Less

According to BullEye Technologies, the transition to 100 per cent FASTag-based toll collection on nationa ...More

According to BullEye Technologies, the transition to 100 per cent FASTag-based toll collection on national highways from 1st December could save up to Rs 12,000 crore worth of fuel and man-hours in India. ...Less

National Highways Authority of India will blacklist loose FASTags. This decision follows observations of ...More

National Highways Authority of India will blacklist loose FASTags. This decision follows observations of vehicle owners holding FASTags instead of affixing them. NHAI aims to address operational challenges and lane congestion. Toll collection agencies must report loose FASTags immediately. Blacklisting will ensure efficient toll operations. It will also provide seamless journeys for National Highway users. Read more. ...Less

Since December 15, while all toll lanes have been converted to FASTag lanes, NHAI has allowed a leeway fo ...More

Since December 15, while all toll lanes have been converted to FASTag lanes, NHAI has allowed a leeway for commuters to accept toll through cash and FASTags in around 25% of lanes at every toll plaza. This was done as per a directive from the transport ministry to ease the transition phase. ...Less

FASTags was made mandatory for all vehicles, private and commercial, from January 15, 2020. ...More

FASTags was made mandatory for all vehicles, private and commercial, from January 15, 2020. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the compliance deadline for the 'One Vehicle ...More

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the compliance deadline for the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative to March-end, providing an additional month for FASTag users to complete know-your-customer (KYC) norms. The extension aims to address issues faced by Paytm FASTag users who are already grappling with getting new FASTags following RBI's announcement that they will become non-functional after March 15. ...Less

Paytm FASTags: NHAI removes Paytm Payments Bank from approved list of FASTag issuing bank. Find out what ...More

Paytm FASTags: NHAI removes Paytm Payments Bank from approved list of FASTag issuing bank. Find out what Paytm FASTag users should do now. ...Less

NHAI is likely to extend the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' compliance deadline due to the Patym crisis. RBI h ...More

NHAI is likely to extend the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' compliance deadline due to the Patym crisis. RBI has advised PPBL customers to shift accounts by March 15, allowing withdrawal or utilization of balances. ...Less

The users can now conveniently close a FASTag, allowing them to opt for another one on the same vehicle n ...More

The users can now conveniently close a FASTag, allowing them to opt for another one on the same vehicle number. This service was very restricted earlier due to the permanence of FASTag linkage with a vehicle number and the lack of an appropriate exception code for a discontinued FASTag. ...Less

"The toll collection during this week has been more than Rs 100 crore daily. On 25.02.2021, the toll coll ...More

"The toll collection during this week has been more than Rs 100 crore daily. On 25.02.2021, the toll collection through FASTag reached the highest ever mark of Rs 103.94 crore with over 64.5 lakh daily transactions," NHAI said in a statement. ...Less

FASTags are currently issued by 23 certified banks through various channels such as Point-of-Sale (POS) a ...More

FASTags are currently issued by 23 certified banks through various channels such as Point-of-Sale (POS) at National Highway toll plazas and select bank branches. They are also available on e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and on Paytm. ...Less

The Bombay High Court has upheld the mandatory use of FASTag for electronic toll collection and the impos ...More

The Bombay High Court has upheld the mandatory use of FASTag for electronic toll collection and the imposition of double toll fees for vehicles without it. The court emphasized that this decision aims to ensure efficient road travel and dismissed claims of fundamental rights violation. ...Less

Fastag News: Nitin Gadkari, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has announced a new FASTag-based An ...More

Fastag News: Nitin Gadkari, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has announced a new FASTag-based Annual Pass for private vehicles, set to launch on August 15, 2025. Gadkari announced that the fastag-based yealry pass will be priced at Rs 3,000, the pass offers convenient highway travel for cars, jeeps, and vans. ...Less

Indian Highways Management Company (IHMCL) has been mandated to implement the National Electronic Toll Co ...More

Indian Highways Management Company (IHMCL) has been mandated to implement the National Electronic Toll Collection Programme (NETC) in the country under the brand name 'FASTag'. ...Less

FASTag KYC updation deadline: The NHAI has taken this action in response to recent reports of the issuanc ...More

FASTag KYC updation deadline: The NHAI has taken this action in response to recent reports of the issuance of numerous FASTags for a single vehicle and the issuance of FASTags without KYC, which is against RBI requirement. Here is how to update FASTag KYC. ...Less

The average daily toll collection through FASTag on NH fee plazas in December 2022 was Rs 134.44 crore, a ...More

The average daily toll collection through FASTag on NH fee plazas in December 2022 was Rs 134.44 crore, and the single day highest collection touched Rs 144.19 crore on December 24, 2022, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) said in a statement. ...Less

FASTags are issued by 22 certified banks through various channels such as point-of-sale (POS) terminals a ...More

FASTags are issued by 22 certified banks through various channels such as point-of-sale (POS) terminals at National Highway toll plazas and select bank branches. They are also available on e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, etc. ...Less

3000Rs FASTag Annual Pass: The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will launch a FASTag Annual Pass on ...More

3000Rs FASTag Annual Pass: The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will launch a FASTag Annual Pass on August 15, 2025. This pass offers toll-free travel on select National Highways and Expressways. It is valid for one year or 200 trips. The pass costs Rs 3,000 and can be activated via the Rajmargyatra app or NHAI website. ...Less

The applicable security deposit and minimum balance amount for FASTag wallet shall, however, remain uncha ...More

The applicable security deposit and minimum balance amount for FASTag wallet shall, however, remain unchanged. NHAI had earlier announced for free NHAI FASTag from November 22 to December 15 last year. The government has rolled out the FASTag-based toll collection system across more than 527 national highways in the country. ...Less

The National Highway Authority of India operates the FASTag, an electronic toll collection system in Indi ...More

The National Highway Authority of India operates the FASTag, an electronic toll collection system in India. From January 15, 2020, FASTags is mandatory for all vehicles, both private and commercial. ...Less

FASTag (RFID Tag) is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle which enables a customer to make the toll p ...More

FASTag (RFID Tag) is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle which enables a customer to make the toll payments directly from the account linked to FASTag. These FASTags can be recharged using the Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) UPI app. ...Less

NHAI's FASTag annual pass can now be gifted via the Rajmargyatra app, simplifying toll payments for natio ...More

NHAI's FASTag annual pass can now be gifted via the Rajmargyatra app, simplifying toll payments for national highway users. This pass, costing Rs 3,000 for a year or 200 crossings, offers economical travel for non-commercial vehicles. Launched on August 15, 2025, it has already seen over 25 lakh users and 5.67 crore transactions. ...Less

The National Highways Authority of India has simplified the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for FASTag us ...More

The National Highways Authority of India has simplified the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for FASTag users, removing the need for side photos and allowing immediate fetching of vehicle details from Vahan. FASTags issued before the KYV policy remain active unless issues arise, with SMS reminders for compliance. Customers facing difficulties can contact the National Highway Helpline at 1033. ...Less

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways in a statement said it has decided that all lanes in the fee pl ...More

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways in a statement said it has decided that all lanes in the fee plazas on National Highways shall be declared as 'FASTag lane of the fee plaza' from midnight of 15th/16th February 2021. ...Less

Claims in the video, which show a child cleaning a windshield, scanning the FASTag using a smartwatch and ...More

Claims in the video, which show a child cleaning a windshield, scanning the FASTag using a smartwatch and then running away when questioned, are baseless and false, said NPCI. It is misinformation, added Paytm. The video clip, widely shared on different social media platforms, has amassed lakhs of views, shares and comments. ...Less

New FASTag Rules: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced new FASTag balance val ...More

New FASTag Rules: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced new FASTag balance validation rules effective from February 17, 2025, to streamline toll transactions and curb fraud. The new rules feature specific timeframes for validation and penalties for insufficient balances, requiring users to maintain sufficient funds and update KYC details to avoid delays and penalties. ...Less

According to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), more than 6 crore FASTags have been issued ...More

According to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), more than 6 crore FASTags have been issued as on October 31, 2022. ...Less

Replying to a query on FASTags at the Nagpur airport, Gadkari said the government had extended FASTag reg ...More

Replying to a query on FASTags at the Nagpur airport, Gadkari said the government had extended FASTag registration date limit two-three times before; and now, it would not be extended further. Now, everybody should immediately buy FASTag. ...Less

Toll Fastag Annual Pass: National Highways Authority of India will introduce the FASTag Annual Pass on Au ...More

Toll Fastag Annual Pass: National Highways Authority of India will introduce the FASTag Annual Pass on August 15, 2025. This pass costs ₹3,000 for 2025–26. It allows 200 trips on National Highways and Expressways. Private vehicle owners can activate it via the Rajmarg Yatra app or NHAI website. Required documents include RC and KYC. The pass is valid for one year. ...Less

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has amended toll rules, effective November 15, 2025, to incenti ...More

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has amended toll rules, effective November 15, 2025, to incentivize digital payments. Non-FASTag vehicles will now pay 1.25 times the applicable fee via UPI or double the fee in cash. This aims to boost digital adoption and streamline toll transactions on national highways. ...Less

Road users can visit any authorised point-of-sale location with a valid registration certificate (RC) of ...More

Road users can visit any authorised point-of-sale location with a valid registration certificate (RC) of the vehicle and get an NHAI FASTag free of cost. NHAI FASTags can be purchased from all national highway fee plazas, regional transport offices, common service centres, transport hubs, and petrol pumps, among others, it added. ...Less

FASTag-enabled payment is currently available at over 450 toll plazas across national and state highways. ...More

FASTag-enabled payment is currently available at over 450 toll plazas across national and state highways. ...Less

The road tolling authority has advised highway users to buy FASTags from authorized banks, listing 32 ban ...More

The road tolling authority has advised highway users to buy FASTags from authorized banks, listing 32 banks except Paytm Payments Bank. This signals to over 20 million Paytm FASTag users to get new RFID stickers as Paytm FASTags will become inoperative after February 29 due to RBI's directive barring Paytm Payments Bank from offering services from next month. IHMCL, the electronic tolling arm of NHAI, shared the list of authorized banks on its official handle. ...Less

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Monday said Mumbai is now FASTag ready with three ma ...More

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Monday said Mumbai is now FASTag ready with three major toll plazas coming under the electronic collection system. Mumbai's three of the major toll plazas - Airoli, Mulund Eastern Express Way and Mulund (LBS Marg) recently went live on NETC FASTag platform. ...Less

"In order to increase the FASTag penetration to ensure seamless movement of traffic and to reduce avoidab ...More

"In order to increase the FASTag penetration to ensure seamless movement of traffic and to reduce avoidable delays at the toll plazas, NHAI has decided to remove the mandatory threshold amount for the FASTag account / wallet, which was paid by the user in addition to the security deposit for the passenger segment (Car/Jeep/Van)," NHAI said in a statement. ...Less

NPCI FASTag: Transactions that are presented shall be validated based on reader read time and the time at ...More

NPCI FASTag: Transactions that are presented shall be validated based on reader read time and the time at which the tag is placed under hotlist/low balance/blacklist. Transactions presented on tags which are not active for more than 60 minutes prior to reader read time and up to 10 minutes after reader read time shall be declined with reason code 176. ...Less

The service provider will also have to set up a system to resolve customer complaints or queries online. ...More

The service provider will also have to set up a system to resolve customer complaints or queries online. Only owners of cars, utility vehicles, vans and other light motor vehicles will be allowed to buy FASTags online. It has been specified in the bid document that the service provider shall not sell FASTags “in bulk to any single customer or a group of customers.” ...Less