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Motor Vehicle Act: Mobile Phones Allowed Only For Route Navigation While Driving Vehicles

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Saturday allowed the usage of mobile phones only for navigation purpose while driving a vehicle from October 1. However, talking on mobile phones while driving can still attract a fine of Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 or upto one year of jail. The ministry also amended Central Motor Vehicle Rules 1989 for smoother verification of documents through a web portal.