Chennai Metro has introduced stricter noise-control guidelines for 2026, effectively making headphones mandatory. Passengers who play music or videos without headphones, or who take calls on speaker mode, can face a Rs 500 fine. The move aims to cut down on in-train disturbance and improve ride comfort. Commuters are urged to follow the updated conduct rules to avoid penalties.
Delhi has increased the penalty for urinating in public to ₹500, aiming to curb urban mess and improve hygiene. The move is meant to discourage public nuisance, but critics argue the city’s shortage of public toilets could leave people unable to comply—making enforcement feel less effective than intended.
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