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Govt eyes annual tax on bikes, battery-run auto-rickshaws
The government is set to bring motorcycles and battery-run auto-rickshaws under the advance income tax regime for the first time. Under the proposed budget for the 202627 fiscal year, motorcycles would face annual taxes ranging from Tk2,000 to Tk10,000 depending on engine capacity, while...
Uncontrolled auto-rickshaws
Battery-powered auto-rickshaws are becoming increasingly uncontrollable by the day. Accidents are occurring daily across the capital whether on VIP roads or in narrow alleyways due to these vehicles, while the traffic system has effectively broken down. Eyewitnesses and locals say the reckless...
Overcharging by gas-run vehicles to face enforcement action: Transport Minister
Road Transport, Railways and Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam warned that strict action would be taken against gas-powered vehicles charging higher fares, stressing that recent fare adjustments apply only to diesel-run buses. Only diesel-powered buses will see fare increases. If gas-powered...