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VISHAL's
query :I had a license issued from umbai for a two wheeler. I lost my license in Bangalore where I am currently based. Do I have to go back to mumbai to get it re-issued or I can get it in Bangalore as well?
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : If you have copy of the original license or remembering license number you should apply to the RTO Mumbai for a duplicate license. However, you will have to attach a copy of your complaint with the Police Station in whose jurisdiction you lost the license. If you do not have any details, you will have to follow the normal procedure once again i.e. taking a learner’s license and then appear for Driving Test at the RTO under whose jurisdiction you normally stay.
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AMAN JIAN's
query :We want to sell our company owned vehicle to our distributor in Jalandhar.The vehicle was purchased in July 2,000. We want to know whether while selling we have to charge Sale Tax on this or not. Though we are not dealing in Sales of Cars.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : No sales tax would be applicable in this case.
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PRAKASH PURUSHOTHAM's
query :My licence id due for expiry next year. How early can I renew my license.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : 30 days prior to expiry. Also the license is valid for 30 days beyond to the expiry period
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PRAKASH PURUSHOTHAM's
query :Dr Pasricha
I was going through your answers to the queries raised by IndiaCar readers.
I have found it very informative. In fact, it is a repository of information you cannot find elsewhere.
I appreciate the time and effort you put in to answer these queries.
Point 1.
I have found conflicting information about who is authorised to impound a driving license (DL).
In one instance you have mentioned that any traffic officer is well within his rights to impound a DL. In another instance, you have mentioned that only a high ranking officer has the authority to impound a DL.
Please clarify.
Point 2:
I also found several queries which are similar in nature being asked over and over again. I certainly am impressed that you are taking the pains to answer each, although the required information could easily be found by reading your past answers.
Why not request IndiaCar team to come up with a list of Frequently Asked (Answered) Questions .
Point 3:
Is it legal to drive with the headlights off at night in a well lit locality?
Point 4:
What could be a reasonable driving speed in a thickly populated lane. I can see rickshaws, bikers, cars zipping at over 40kmph when they find a smooth stretch.
Point 5:
What is the total number of RTO authorised humps in Mumbai.
How can one find out whether a freshly laid speed hump is authorised (by BMC/RTO...)
I believe you have your hands full for now.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : The driving license can be impounded by any traffic officer and officer includes Head Constable as well. However, compounding of offence (collection of fine) can be done only by an officer in the rank of Police Sub-Inspector and above.
You must put the headlight on at night even in a well lit locality. However, you should use low beam.
A vehicle can be rash even at a speed of 30 kmph and it may not be at even 90 kmph. It depend upon many factors like road condition, weather condition, general environment, experience of the driver etc etc.
It is sad that large number of unauthorised humps all over Mumbai. Some times the local residents put pressure on the Municipal officers and get such humps constructed. Information regarding the authorised humps is available with the planning department.
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PRAKASH PURUSHOTHAM's
query :Why don't we have a law to mandate that emergency vehicles (Police in pursuit, ambulances, fire department vehicles) should be given the way.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : The law is already in existence
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SAURABH JAUHARI's
query :Hi Dr. Pasricha,
I have a laminated driving license from Jalandhar on which there was some overwriting done at the time of issueing to correct a spelling mistake in my name.
Now to apply for a local license in Singapore, I need to get a certificate from licensing athority Jalandhar confirming my name. I am unable to locate any contact information for them on the net. Is there any place I can locate the contact info (telephone/fax no./website) of Jalandhar licencing authority to communicate my request? THanks and regards,
Jauhari
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : You can obtain International Driving Permit valid for one year from your RTO in Jalander. However, it must be assured that the adress given in the driving license is the same in the passport. If you want to drive in Singapore beyond one year you will have to obtain Driving Permit from the local authorities.
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AMIT H SHAH's
query :Hello sir, i have a purchased a used car from hdfc bank. at the time of purchase rc book was not available. after i traced the rc book i found there are two hypotecation on the same car. 1st hdfc 2nd popular car bazaar.as per my knowledge i think it is illegal of 2 loans on same car.
Kindly let me suggest what action i can take . Hdfc is not responding me in this matter.
Amit
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : You should write a letter to the PRO – HDFC Bank and I am sure they will help you. You can contact some Senior Officer at Phone No.22850000-Bombay..
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RAJKUMAR BHOI's
query :Dear Sir,
I own a Hero Honda 100-SS 1997 model. Mileage was excellant at around 70 kms per ltr. Now it gives only 60. Pl advise what part of the vehicle is to be taken care.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : Please show the vehicle to a garage.
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U . NARAINDRA KANTH's
query :My wife a Dutch citizen and me ( Indian ) are migrating to the Netherlands, and we would like to drive our indian registered maruti gypsy overland to the netherlands. What we need is a carnet de passage to drive through Pakistan, Iran, Turkey, Greece, Macedonia, Yugoslavia, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Austria and Germany into the Netherlands. Could you guide us on where to get the right carnet de passage en douane and how to get the right car insurance for this trip to travel through these countries.
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : I advise you to get in touch with Western India Automobile Association (WIIA) on phone no. 22041085 or 22041885 for advise. They will give you the correct advise. You should take out international Driving Permit which is valid for one year from your from your RTO.
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NEVILLE XAVIER's
query :hi im sean ,i own a Fiat UNO a/c 1998 model.what is the best that i can do to get my car to go smoothly , and to get a smooth change of a gear . to get my pick speed . .i would like to know whats is a head in the engine ,would it be wise to shave off the heads to get what i want.and i would alsi like to know whther which has a better pick up the zen or my car.thankyou
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Dr. Pasricha
Answers : Please take advise from a technical person / Garage.
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