<p>The phrase "desperate times call for desperate measures" played itself out in Hyderabad city in the Indian state of Telangana when many regions across the country were hit by a fuel crisis, leaving long queues outside the petrol pumps.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An agent from Zomato food delivery company found a way out when he had an order to deliver and a customer waiting for it. The agent found himself stuck due to fuel shortage and vehicles flooding the fuel stations in a bid to&nbsp;refill their tanks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a perfect example of turning the situation to one's favour, the Zomato agent resorted to a way that is not only extremely rare but also too unique to believe. The agent rode on horseback to ensure that the customer got the food package on time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This came as many truckers had been holding protests to mark their opposition against the new legal provisions in hit-and-run cases.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The incident took place close to the Imperial Hotel in Hyderabad's Chanchalguda neighbourhood. The delivery person was seen riding the horse with sheer perfection as other vehicles passed by in business as usual.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video of the delivery person, who is seen wearing the company's red t-shirt with its logo on it has gone viral on social media platforms. The sight of the Zomato person was strange yet intriguing for many who were seen slowing down their vehicles and taking a look at the agent with his horse.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Netizens react&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Ever since the video went viral on social media platforms, reactions have been pouring in. Initially, the video was posted by a user on X social media platform. The caption in the post read - “#Zomato Delivery Agent Drops Order In #Hyderabad On A Horse. Reason: Fuel Shortage.”</p>

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<p>Many on the microblogging site could find this relatable as the shortage of fuel posed a big challenge in conducting their day-to-day business.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the users wrote, “Amidst the shortage of petrol and diesel, a video has surfaced from Hyderabad, Telangana. Due to petrol shortage, the food delivery boy left his bike and went out to deliver on a horse."</p>

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<p>Another user wrote, “Oh, what a relief !! Who needs fuel anyway when you have horseback delivery."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian truckers association, after holding talks with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, called off their strike on Day 2.&nbsp;</p>

<p>President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan said that the Indian Home Minister Amit Shah has put a hold on the new hit-and-run law passed under the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC).&nbsp;</p>

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The phrase "desperate times call for desperate measures" played itself out in Hyderabad city in the Indian state of Telangana when many regions across the country were hit by a fuel crisis, leaving long queues outside the petrol pumps.

The phrase "desperate times call for desperate measures" played itself out in Hyderabad city in the Indian state of Telangana when many regions across the country were hit by a fuel crisis, leaving long queues outside the petrol pumps. An agent from Zomato food delivery company found a way out when he had an order to deliver and a customer waiting for it. The agent found himself stuck due to fuel shortage and vehicles flooding the fuel stations in a bid to refill their tanks. In a perfect example of turning the situation to one's favour, the Zomato agent resorted to a way that is not only extremely rare but also too unique to believe. The agent rode on horseback to ensure that the customer got the food package on time. This came as many truckers had been holding protests to mark their opposition against the new legal provisions in hit-and-run cases. Also Read | Scaling high! UPI transactions in 2023 crossed the 100-billion mark for the first time The incident took place close to the Imperial Hotel in Hyderabad's Chanchalguda neighbourhood. The delivery person was seen riding the horse with sheer perfection as other vehicles passed by in business as usual. The video of the delivery person, who is seen wearing the company's red t-shirt with its logo on it has gone viral on social media platforms. The sight of the Zomato person was strange yet intriguing for many who were seen slowing down their vehicles and taking a look at the agent with his horse. Netizens react Ever since the video went viral on social media platforms, reactions have been pouring in. Initially, the video was posted by a user on X social media platform. The caption in the post read - “#Zomato Delivery Agent Drops Order In #Hyderabad On A Horse. Reason: Fuel Shortage.” Also Read | India: Zero 'cold wave' days in December 2023 for Delhi, warmest in last six years Many on the microblogging site could find this relatable as the shortage of fuel posed a big challenge in conducting their day-to-day business. One of the users wrote, “Amidst the shortage of petrol and diesel, a video has surfaced from Hyderabad, Telangana. Due to petrol shortage, the food delivery boy left his bike and went out to deliver on a horse." #Hyderabadi Bolde Kuch bhi Kardete 😅 Due To Closure of #PetrolPumps in Hyderabad, A Zomato Delivery boy came out to deliver food on horse at #Chanchalgudaa near to imperial hotel.#Hyderabad #ZomatoMan #DeliversOnHorse#TruckDriversProtest pic.twitter.com/UUABgUPYc1 — Arbaaz The Great (@ArbaazTheGreat1) January 2, 2024 × Another user wrote, “Oh, what a relief !! Who needs fuel anyway when you have horseback delivery." Watch | India-France Plane Row: Gujarat state probes 'Donkey Flight,' at least 55 questioned so far × Indian truckers association, after holding talks with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, called off their strike on Day 2. President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan said that the Indian Home Minister Amit Shah has put a hold on the new hit-and-run law passed under the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC). (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting&nbsp;President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This came after the truckers' representatives held a meeting with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla.&nbsp;President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan reportedly said, "You are not just our drivers you are our soldiers...We do not want you to face any inconvenience...Union Home Minister Amit Shah has kept the ten years of punishment &amp; fine that was imposed, on hold. Until the next meeting of the All India Motor Transport Congress is held no laws will be imposed."</p>

<p>Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said, "We had a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives, govt want to say that the new rule has not been implemented yet, we all want to say that before implementing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 106/2, we will have a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives and then only we will take a decision."</p>

<p>However, it is still unclear whether the talks will result in any potential resolution or whether the protestors will call off the strikes, which started on Monday (Jan 1) and continued through Tuesday (Jan 2) as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Indian government and the transporters have appealed to the truckers to get back to their work putting a stop to the strikes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To hold the talks over the matter that has been brewing following a major overhaul in India's colonial-era criminal laws during the winter session, ANI news agency reported that the members of All India Transport Congress arrived at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"There is strictly no nationwide strike called by All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) in the country and all the issues will be resolved amicably. They are meeting Home Secretary (Ajay Bhalla) later in the evening today," PTI news agency reported earlier citing official sources.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the truckers demanding?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Truckers want&nbsp;the Indian government to backtrack on its provisions of the hit-and-run cases in the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC). AIMTC President Amritlal Madan has&nbsp;demanded the government withdraw the contentious provisions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the new law, negligent drivers causing serious road accidents and running away without informing the police can face imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400).</p>

<h2><strong>Current situation&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Nearly 1 lakh trucks help transport fuel, including petrol, diesel, and LPG, from oil company depots to petrol pumps and gas distribution agencies.</p>

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<p>With truckers on strike, nearly 2000 petrol pumps have no fuel. It is causing trouble for transport vehicles, such as trucks, buses, and tankers. The situation is especially dire in northern India and Hyderabad in the South. Moreover, petrol pumps, in the Indian states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Punjab also went dry given the sharp increase in demand, reports said citing industry officials.</p>

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Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan.

Indian truckers' strike came to a halt late Tuesday (Jan 2) evening after Indian Home Minister Amit Shah put a hold on the new hit-and-run law that triggered the trucker protests across country, media reports said quoting President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan. This came after the truckers' representatives held a meeting with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla. President of All India Motor Transport Congress Amrit Lal Madan reportedly said, "You are not just our drivers you are our soldiers...We do not want you to face any inconvenience...Union Home Minister Amit Shah has kept the ten years of punishment & fine that was imposed, on hold. Until the next meeting of the All India Motor Transport Congress is held no laws will be imposed." Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said, "We had a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives, govt want to say that the new rule has not been implemented yet, we all want to say that before implementing Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 106/2, we will have a discussion with All India Motor Transport Congress representatives and then only we will take a decision." However, it is still unclear whether the talks will result in any potential resolution or whether the protestors will call off the strikes, which started on Monday (Jan 1) and continued through Tuesday (Jan 2) as well. Meanwhile, the Indian government and the transporters have appealed to the truckers to get back to their work putting a stop to the strikes. To hold the talks over the matter that has been brewing following a major overhaul in India's colonial-era criminal laws during the winter session, ANI news agency reported that the members of All India Transport Congress arrived at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in Delhi. Also Read | Indian PM Narendra Modi launches projects worth $2.4 billion in Tamil Nadu "There is strictly no nationwide strike called by All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) in the country and all the issues will be resolved amicably. They are meeting Home Secretary (Ajay Bhalla) later in the evening today," PTI news agency reported earlier citing official sources. What are the truckers demanding? Truckers want the Indian government to backtrack on its provisions of the hit-and-run cases in the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), which replaced the old Indian Penal Code (IPC). AIMTC President Amritlal Madan has demanded the government withdraw the contentious provisions. Also Read | Ram temple consecration: Arrest from Karnataka in connection to 1992 Babri Masjid riots opens fresh row As per the new law, negligent drivers causing serious road accidents and running away without informing the police can face imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400). Current situation Nearly 1 lakh trucks help transport fuel, including petrol, diesel, and LPG, from oil company depots to petrol pumps and gas distribution agencies. Watch | Indian Navy steps up Arabian Sea security, deploys frontline destroyers × With truckers on strike, nearly 2000 petrol pumps have no fuel. It is causing trouble for transport vehicles, such as trucks, buses, and tankers. The situation is especially dire in northern India and Hyderabad in the South. Moreover, petrol pumps, in the Indian states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Punjab also went dry given the sharp increase in demand, reports said citing industry officials. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Trucker protest called off as Home Minister Amit Shah puts new hit-and-run laws on hold

<p>A major change in the colonial-era criminal laws by the Indian government has triggered nationwide protests by truckers. The strike entered its second day on Tuesday (Jan 2) as&nbsp;demonstrations were reported from various parts of the country.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why the truck strike?</strong></h2>

<p>The three-day strike has been launched by truck, bus and tanker drivers to&nbsp;protest against the newly enacted&nbsp;Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), for the additions in provision for hit-and-run cases. Previously, the cases were filed under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), with a punishment of two years.</p>

<p>However, the new law stipulates that drivers who cause a serious road accident by negligent driving and run away without informing the police or any official from the administration can face punishment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400).</p>

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<h2>What are the truckers claiming?</h2>

<p>Transporters across the spectrum are fiercely opposed to the legislation. They have petitioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking withdrawal of the stringent sections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The majority&nbsp;are of the view that the enforcement of the law without addressing concerns may disrupt the supply chains. Additionally, they argue that the law was passed without consultation with stakeholders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The major bone of contention remains the investigation process to be followed in the event of an alleged hit-and-run case.&nbsp;Transporters argue that the legislation might be used to exploit the truckers who are unfairly accused even when they are not at fault in accidents.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is the ground situation?</strong></h2>

<p>While the Centre is yet to engage the various stakeholders, the state governments are scurrying to ensure that the strike&nbsp;does not affect the public.</p>

<p>The Maharashtra government has urged police to ensure an uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel, and LPG cylinders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Gujarat, the protesters blocked highways passing through Kheda, Valsad, Gir Somnath, Bharuch, and Mehsana districts on Monday. On some routes, the protesters burned tyres, leading to massive snarls.</p>

<p>In Chhattisgarh, more than 12,000 private bus drivers announced a strike, leaving commuters stranded at bus stations in&nbsp;Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, and Rajnandgaon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In West Bengal, truck and commercial vehicle drivers blocked National Highway number 2 near the Dankuni toll plaza in the Hooghly district.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A major change in the colonial-era criminal laws by the Indian government has triggered nationwide protests by truckers. The strike entered its second day on Tuesday (Jan 2) as demonstrations were reported from various parts of the country.

A major change in the colonial-era criminal laws by the Indian government has triggered nationwide protests by truckers. The strike entered its second day on Tuesday (Jan 2) as demonstrations were reported from various parts of the country. Why the truck strike? The three-day strike has been launched by truck, bus and tanker drivers to protest against the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), for the additions in provision for hit-and-run cases. Previously, the cases were filed under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), with a punishment of two years. However, the new law stipulates that drivers who cause a serious road accident by negligent driving and run away without informing the police or any official from the administration can face punishment of up to 10 years or a fine of Rs 7 lakh ($8400). Also read | India: Airplane transported by truck gets trapped under bridge in Motihari, Bihar What are the truckers claiming? Transporters across the spectrum are fiercely opposed to the legislation. They have petitioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking withdrawal of the stringent sections. The majority are of the view that the enforcement of the law without addressing concerns may disrupt the supply chains. Additionally, they argue that the law was passed without consultation with stakeholders. The major bone of contention remains the investigation process to be followed in the event of an alleged hit-and-run case. Transporters argue that the legislation might be used to exploit the truckers who are unfairly accused even when they are not at fault in accidents. What is the ground situation? While the Centre is yet to engage the various stakeholders, the state governments are scurrying to ensure that the strike does not affect the public. The Maharashtra government has urged police to ensure an uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel, and LPG cylinders. In Gujarat, the protesters blocked highways passing through Kheda, Valsad, Gir Somnath, Bharuch, and Mehsana districts on Monday. On some routes, the protesters burned tyres, leading to massive snarls. In Chhattisgarh, more than 12,000 private bus drivers announced a strike, leaving commuters stranded at bus stations in Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, and Rajnandgaon. In West Bengal, truck and commercial vehicle drivers blocked National Highway number 2 near the Dankuni toll plaza in the Hooghly district. (With inputs from agencies)

Why are Indian truckers on nationwide strike? What are they protesting against?

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has warned of a crackdown against truckers who are protesting. He said that the protests are illegal, unacceptable and are taking the national supply chain hostage during an economic crisis.

South Korea Truckers Strike: President Yoon warns of crackdown on truckers

<p>South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol issued a warning that the government might intervene to end the nationwide truckers' strike, calling it unlawful and undesirable action. As per a Reuters report,&nbsp;Yoon said on his Facebook page, "If the irresponsible denial of transport continues, the government will have no choice but to review a number of measures, including a work start order."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to South Korean legislation, the government may issue an order to force transport workers to go back to their jobs. Failure to comply is subject to a fine of up to 30 million won ($22,550) or a maximum three-year prison sentence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Thursday (Nov 24), thousands of unionised truckers began their second significant strike in less than six months in an effort to improve their working wages and conditions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;South Korea: About 25,000 truckers go on strike, conduct 16 rallies across country | WION</strong></p>

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<p>The official representatives told Reuters that there are no active talks or negotiations between the workers and the administration.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 10th largest Asian country is already experiencing supply chain disruptions as a result of the strike. There are 420,000 transport employees in South Korea and leaders believed that roughly 25,000 have participated in the strike.</p>

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<p>The transport ministry claimed that on Friday nearly 2,000 protesters withdrew from the strike. On Friday (Nov 25), some 7,700 protesters took part in 164 places around the country down from 9,600 on Thursday (Nov 24).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Numerous unionised truckers have set up camp and are spending the night in a white tent outside the gate of the container depot in the transport hub of Uiwang, under the eyes of police even though the strike has so far been non-violent.&nbsp;</p>

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South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol issued a warning that the government might intervene to end the nationwide truckers' strike, calling it unlawful and undesirable action.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol issued a warning that the government might intervene to end the nationwide truckers' strike, calling it unlawful and undesirable action. As per a Reuters report, Yoon said on his Facebook page, "If the irresponsible denial of transport continues, the government will have no choice but to review a number of measures, including a work start order." Also read | ‘We stop, the world will stop’: South Korean truckers’ strike to hit crucial trade routes According to South Korean legislation, the government may issue an order to force transport workers to go back to their jobs. Failure to comply is subject to a fine of up to 30 million won ($22,550) or a maximum three-year prison sentence. On Thursday (Nov 24), thousands of unionised truckers began their second significant strike in less than six months in an effort to improve their working wages and conditions. Watch | South Korea: About 25,000 truckers go on strike, conduct 16 rallies across country | WION The official representatives told Reuters that there are no active talks or negotiations between the workers and the administration. The 10th largest Asian country is already experiencing supply chain disruptions as a result of the strike. There are 420,000 transport employees in South Korea and leaders believed that roughly 25,000 have participated in the strike. Also read | South Korean trucker strike snarls supply chains The transport ministry claimed that on Friday nearly 2,000 protesters withdrew from the strike. On Friday (Nov 25), some 7,700 protesters took part in 164 places around the country down from 9,600 on Thursday (Nov 24). Numerous unionised truckers have set up camp and are spending the night in a white tent outside the gate of the container depot in the transport hub of Uiwang, under the eyes of police even though the strike has so far been non-violent. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

South Korean President Yeol warns of government ‘intervention’ as truckers’ strike continues

Ending over a week-long strike, South Korea's truckers headed back on the roads today after the union and the transport ministry reached a late night agreement.

South Korea truckers return to work after strike ends