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Two killed in Unnao hit-and-run, car driver flees
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
Rajasthan's Jan Road Safety Month: Key Initiatives Unveiled
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kochi's Thammanam-Pullepady Road Project Moves Ahead
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Kamaraj Road in Bengaluru Fully Reopens After 6-Year Closure
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
Goa road safety meet slams inaction on fatal accidents
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.
Rs 664.67 Crore Sanctioned for Chhattisgarh Road Projects
Union Ministry sanctions Rs 664.67 crore for upgrading 174 km of roads in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to boost connectivity in remote and Naxal-affected areas. Read more.
Dhubri Offers Roses to Helmet-Wearing Bikers for Road Safety
Dhubri transport authorities launch a unique National Road Safety Month campaign, rewarding compliant bikers with roses while penalizing violators. Initiatives include rallies, street plays, and reflector tape distribution in fog.
Mangaluru landfill cleanup deadline likely extended
Mangaluru City Corporation may extend the deadline to clear 6.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Pachanady. The Rs 56 crore biomining project, delayed by rains and initial issues, aims to resolve a crisis stemming from a 2019 garbage slide tragedy. Read mor
DDA's Rs 1.1 Cr Bioremediation Plan for Delhi's Bhalswa Lake
Delhi Development Authority launches a Rs 1.1 crore bioremediation project to clean Bhalswa Lake, aiming to eliminate foul odour, reduce algae, and improve water quality for local residents. Bids due by Jan 2.
Ludhiana in Top 10 for Road Deaths from Bad Infrastructure
Ludhiana records 400 road deaths in 2023, ranking 7th nationally for fatalities due to poor roads. Experts warn the crisis is under-reported. Read the full investigation.
Almora Bus Accident: 7 Dead, 12 Hurt in Gorge Plunge
Tragic bus accident in Almora: 7 dead, 12 injured after vehicle falls 160ft into gorge. Details on rescue, victims, and safety concerns. Read the full report.
Goa Council Fast-Tracks Road Safety Measures, Helmet Rule
Goa's road safety council mandates rapid rollout of camera-based challaning, highway safety audits, and helmets for pillion riders. Key decisions aim to curb accidents in the state.
Ludhiana Waste Crisis: City Ranked 2nd Dirtiest in India
Ludhiana's solid waste management collapses, leaving 20 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste. City ranks 2nd dirtiest in Swachhta Survekshan. Read about the health and environmental fallout.
Goa Road Fatalities Surge 37% in November 2025
Goa sees a sharp 33% rise in fatal road accidents and 37% increase in deaths in Nov 2025 vs last year. Tourist season & reduced traffic enforcement cited as key reasons. Details inside.
NGT criticises Gurgaon's landfill delay, warns of contamination
National Green Tribunal criticises Gurgaon's delay in Bandhwari landfill tender, highlighting waste treatment gap and groundwater contamination risks. Next hearing set for March 2026.
Madikeri: 20-Year-Old Damaged Road Sparks Villager Protest
Angry villagers in Maragodu, Madikeri, protested the 20-year neglect of the Maragodu-Katlekadu road. Officials promised repairs after KSRTC buses stopped plying. Read the full story.
Tragic Mandya Accident: Youth Dies on Ragi-Laid Road
A 19-year-old died and a woman was critically injured in Mandya after their car overturned on ragi crops spread for drying on a main road. Police warn farmers against the dangerous practice.
MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
Bombay HC orders monitoring panel for Kanjurmarg dumping site
Bombay High Court demands immediate measures to control foul odour from Kanjurmarg landfill, forms a monitoring committee within a week to protect citizens' health.
Masked thieves steal Rs 14.5 lakh from Ludhiana dairy
A gang of three masked men executed a swift heist at Dashmesh Dairy in Ludhiana, escaping with over Rs 14.5 lakh. Police are scanning Safe City cameras to track the white Skoda used in the crime.
Jaipur adjusts traffic signals for tourist season congestion
Jaipur traffic police modify signal timings on Delhi, Agra & MI Roads to ease peak season gridlock. New one-way on Amer Road diverts traffic, prompting strategic changes.
Toxic Smoke from Amritsar Garbage Dump a Burning Issue
The massive Bhagtanwala landfill in Amritsar is on fire, releasing toxic smoke and causing a severe health hazard for residents. Authorities face criticism for inaction. Read more.
Tree in middle of Nagpur road poses major safety risk
A newly built stretch of Nagpur's Besa-Pipla road has a dangerous flaw: a full-grown tree left in the carriageway. Commuters call it a death trap. Read about the oversight and delays.
UP's Road Safety Push: Training & Rewards to Cut Accidents
Uttar Pradesh intensifies Road Safety Mitra & Rahveer schemes under CM Yogi's orders. 423 volunteers trained, Rs 25K reward for helpers during golden hour. Details inside.
Trichy's Temple Road Widening to Ease Devotee Congestion
The 5.2km Thiruvellarai-Omandur road in Trichy is being widened to 7 metres at a cost of ₹7 crore. The project, set for completion by March 2026, will improve safety and access for thousands of temple devotees and local residents.
Court Sets 2-Month Deadline for Bhopal Toxic Ash Disposal
Madhya Pradesh High Court suspends order blocking disposal of 800 MT toxic ash from Union Carbide plant. Govt directed to complete process in two months. Key developments explained.
Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur Ganga Bridge on Track for May 2026
The Rs 1,822 crore Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur bridge over the Ganga is 65% complete, aiming for a May 2026 opening. It will link NH-31 and NH-28, transforming north-south Bihar connectivity.
Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur Ganga Bridge to Open by May 2026
The Rs 1,822 crore Bakhtiyarpur-Tajpur bridge over the Ganga is 65% complete and on track for a May 2026 launch. It will link NH-31 and NH-28, transforming north-south Bihar connectivity. Read more.
Man Dies in Bike-Tanker Crash on Jalandhar's Nakodar Road
A 28-year-old man died after his motorcycle collided with a milk tanker on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
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