UPSC Key: Maharashtra Ink Row, India-EU FTA, Road Safety
Explore key UPSC topics: Maharashtra civic polls ink controversy, India-EU trade deal advances, and a report on road accident hotspots. Essential for Prelims and Mains preparation.
Explore key UPSC topics: Maharashtra civic polls ink controversy, India-EU trade deal advances, and a report on road accident hotspots. Essential for Prelims and Mains preparation.
Two youths died in a head-on collision, while a child was killed by a speeding truck in separate incidents in Sambalpur on Tuesday, sparking local tension.
Two separate road accidents in Kerala claimed six lives on Monday. A truck-car collision in Kozhikode killed three, while a bus-car crash in Kottayam claimed three more lives, including a child.
Bhopal traffic police data shows Misrod as the most fatal area with 26 deaths in 183 accidents. Overspeeding and drunk driving remain primary causes despite overall dip in fatalities.
A new study reveals that low temperatures and light rainfall significantly increase road accidents in Kochi, with over half of daily crashes occurring under specific weather conditions.
Kolkata records only 154 fatal accidents in 2025, the lowest in ten years. Police credit targeted strategies on high-risk roads and pedestrian safety measures for the sharp 19.4% reduction from 2024.
Chandigarh Traffic Police data reveals 83 fatalities in 80 accidents in 2025. The 12 PM-3 PM slot was deadliest, claiming 15 lives. Men and two-wheeler riders most vulnerable. Read the full analysis.
Tragedy strikes Jamshedpur as five lives are lost in three separate road accidents within 24 hours. Details on the collisions, victims, and police investigations inside.
A govt study identifies 100 districts with high road fatalities. Ministers meet to launch Data-Driven Hyperlocal Interventions (DDHI) for targeted action to achieve zero road deaths.
Nine people died in separate road accidents across Bareilly, Badaun, Rampur, Sambhal, and Moradabad districts due to dense fog and speeding. Police report details of the tragic incidents.
Thiruvananthapuram roads turn deadly with 3 fatal accidents in 2 days. Reckless driving, missing signals, and poor management blamed. Read more on the city's traffic safety crisis.
Three elderly men killed in separate road accidents across Vadodara within 24 hours. Residents raise alarm over traffic violations and lack of police presence. Details inside.
Pune sees a 15% drop in road fatalities to 290 in 2025. However, pedestrians and two-wheeler riders make up 90% of deaths, with hit-and-run cases accounting for 54% of fatal crashes. Key safety measures outlined.
SP Yashodha Vantagodi inaugurated the 37th National Road Safety Month in Haveri, stressing on valid licences and vehicle upkeep. Officials cited alarming WHO accident data.
Ahmedabad traffic police data shows a 49% surge in fatal hit-and-run cases in 2025, outpacing overall accident growth. Experts blame driver behaviour and enforcement gaps.
Delhi faces a dual threat from stray dogs: over 5,000 bites in 2024 and a sharp rise in road accidents. Experts call for urgent, humane population control measures. Read the full report.
Six people, including a student and a retired scientist, died in separate road accidents across Chennai suburbs on Tuesday night. Details of the tragic incidents highlight road safety concerns.
Thick fog and speeding caused 8 accidents, including 5 fatal ones, in Kolkata between midnight and 7 am. Key areas affected include Thakurpukur, Alipore, and Bowbazar. Read the full report.
Tragedy strikes Saurashtra as 7 lives are lost in three separate road accidents in Rajkot, Gir Somnath, and Jamnagar districts on Tuesday. Read the heartbreaking details and the urgent call for road safety.
Tragedy struck Vadodara as three women lost their lives in separate road accidents on Monday. Details on the fatal crashes in Gotri, Squirrel Circle, and Waghodia Road.
Senior judge Zaibunnisa inaugurates National Road Safety Month in Mangaluru, highlighting overspeeding and drunken driving as major causes. Public awareness and legal knowledge are crucial for saving lives.
Visakhapatnam saw a marginal 4% drop in road crashes in 2025, yet deaths held steady at 349. NH-16 remains the deadliest stretch. Police cite speeding, reckless driving as key causes.
Four people died in three separate road accidents in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur, Korba, and Jashpur districts on Sunday. Angry locals blocked highways, blaming rash driving by heavy vehicles and delayed medical response.
A series of fatal paragliding accidents in Himachal Pradesh's scenic hills, including Bir-Billing and Dharamshala, has exposed lax safety regulations and oversight, claiming lives of tourists and experienced pilots alike. Urgent need for stricter enforcem
Amritsar residents and experts propose crucial steps like speed control, public awareness, and better lighting to tackle the rising menace of road accidents during dense fog. Read their actionable solutions.
Tragic road accidents in Delhi claim three lives, including an elderly woman and a security guard. Details on the incidents, arrests, and the impact on families. Read more about road safety concerns.
Following Supreme Court directives, Maharashtra orders a 24x7 crackdown to clear stray cattle from highways, set up patrols, and boost emergency response to prevent accidents.
Kolhapur district saw a sharp rise in road accident deaths towards 2025 end, with 368 fatalities. Authorities focus on night construction hazards and launch a month-long safety drive.
Hassan district saw 260 road accident deaths in 2025, a sharp rise from 2024. Officials blame speeding, drunk driving, and poor roads. Read the full report and safety advice.
A 12-year-old boy, a young man, and an elderly woman died in separate road mishaps in Nagpur between Dec 31 and Jan 1. Police have registered cases against the drivers involved.