Prayagraj RTO launches safety drive after fatal crash
Following a deadly multi-vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway, Prayagraj RTO has launched a major campaign for road safety in fog, deploying teams and working with transport unions.
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Kick Streamer Mike Liaory Crashes During Live Broadcast
Kick live streamer Mike Liaory was involved in a serious car crash while broadcasting live in Los Angeles. The incident, caught on video, has sparked a major debate on the dangers of streaming while driving. Read the full details here.
New ₹720cr Nagpur Highway Lacks Pedestrian Safety in Dhapewada
The newly inaugurated ₹720cr Saoner-Dhapewada-Gondkhairi National Highway faces severe criticism for neglecting pedestrian safety in Dhapewada, forcing locals to risk their lives daily. Read about the community's demands and the official response.
Govt to Give 198 Ambulances to States for Highway Accidents
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a plan to provide 198 advanced ambulances to states for quicker emergency response on national highways. The move aims to reduce fatalities by ensuring immediate medical aid.
574 Highway Projects Worth Rs 3.6 Lakh Crore Delayed
Government reveals 574 national highway projects are behind schedule. Minister Nitin Gadkari cites land and clearance issues. Read about the delays and road safety progress.
Essential Precautions for Driving in Dense Fog
Driving in dense fog is extremely dangerous. Follow these 7 simple precautions to ensure your safety and prevent accidents on the road. Stay alert, stay safe!
Illegal highway vendors heighten accident risk in Ludhiana fog
Unauthorized vendors on Ludhiana's highways are creating severe safety hazards during dense fog, leading to accidents. Authorities are urged to take immediate action to clear these encroachments.
Coimbatore Highway: 100 Deaths Yearly, Rs 1800 Cr Fix Planned
The Neelambur-Madukkarai highway stretch sees 100 fatal accidents yearly. NHAI's Rs 1,800 crore plan for six lanes, flyovers & underpasses aims to curb deaths. Read the full report.
Bus Overturns in Bhilwara, 24 Passengers Injured
A private bus carrying 50 passengers overturned near Haripura intersection in Bhilwara district on Monday morning, injuring 24. Police and locals conducted rescue operations. Read the full details.
BMC's Rs 129 Crore Plan for WEH, EEH Micro-Surfacing
BMC floats tenders worth Rs 129 crore for micro-surfacing 15.4 km of Mumbai's Western & Eastern Express Highways. Work to cost Rs 8.41 crore per km. Read details.
YMA Dissatisfied with NHIDCL's Highway Work Progress
Young Mizo Association leaders express strong dissatisfaction with NHIDCL's slow progress on the Aizawl-Silchar highway's Vairengte-Sairang stretch. They demand completion before next monsoon. Read for details.
Newly Built NH 66 Stretch Collapses in Kerala's Kollam
A newly constructed section of NH 66 collapses in Kollam, Kerala, trapping vehicles including a school bus. All passengers rescued. Officials suspect terrain issues, while MP alleges poor construction.
Rs 40 Lakh Compensation for Plumber's Family in Thane Accident
Thane MACT orders Rs 40 lakh compensation for a plumber's family after a fatal 2018 highway accident. The tribunal rejected the insurer's defence. Read the full details.
Thane: 18 Deaths on Ghodbunder Highway Spark Public Outcry
Thane activists slam poor coordination among agencies on Ghodbunder highway widening, linking 18 deaths to the project. MLA warns of more risks without service lanes.
Karnataka HC: Lapsed DL Not Proof of Negligence
Karnataka High Court clarifies that not holding a valid driving licence does not automatically mean a rider was negligent in an accident. Read the full legal analysis.
Moving Bus Looted by Bike Gang on Solapur-Dhule Highway
Shocking footage shows bike-borne thieves looting a moving bus in Beed. Police intensify patrols after a spike in highway robberies. Read how to stay safe.
Dhule-Pimpalgaon NH to be widened to six lanes
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces six-laning of Dhule-Pimpalgaon Baswant NH section. Work starts after April 2026. Read about penalties, delays, and the new DPR.
School Kids Escape as NH-66 Stretch Collapses in Kerala
A portion of the under-construction NH-66 collapsed in Kerala's Kollam, with school children narrowly escaping. The incident fuels public anger over recurring highway failures. Read the full report.
Rs 6,000 Cr Pune-Kolhapur Highway DPR Ready
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Rs 6,000 crore DPR to upgrade the Pune-Kolhapur highway. Tunnels near Khambatki Ghat to be inaugurated soon. Read about the project's impact and delays.
Goa suspends 6,734 licences for traffic violations
Goa's transport directorate suspended 6,734 driving licences from Jan-Sep 2025. Riding without a helmet was the leading offence. Experts cite lack of enforcement and civic sense.
MP Shreyas Patel Seeks Early Start for NH-373 Works
Hassan MP Shreyas Patel urges immediate start of Beluru-Hassan NH-373 project, stalled due to pending Revised Cost Estimate approval. Get the latest updates on this crucial Karnataka infrastructure.
4 MBBS students die in car-truck crash on Delhi-Lucknow highway
Four young MBBS interns from a UP university died after their speeding car hit a parked truck on NH-9. Police suspect drunk driving. Read the full investigation details.
Gadkari: Pune-Kolhapur highway to improve in a year
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari commits to revamping the Pune-Kolhapur highway within a year, with a Rs 6000 crore plan and a new developer to cut travel time and enhance safety.
German TTM Prevents Multi-Casualty Disaster on NH-53
A German-made Truck-Trailer Module (TTM) prevented a catastrophic pile-up on NH-53 in Chhattisgarh. Read how this life-saving technology is making Indian highways safer.
Saudi Arabia Driving License Conversion Guide for Expats
Planning to drive in Saudi Arabia? Our detailed guide explains how to convert your foreign license or apply for a new one, covering eligibility, costs, and the step-by-step process for Indian expats and others.
Fatal Accident on Ratlam-Indore Highway Near Sanawda
A man died and another was critically injured when a van crashed into a truck on the Ratlam-Indore four-lane near Sanawda Phanta. Police investigation points to speed breaker as cause. Read for details.
Pune Drunk Driver Flees Police with Detached Tyre
A 48-year-old drunk man in Pune drove his SUV with a detached front tyre, dodging police. He was later detained near Council Hall. Read about the third such recent case.
Nagpur: 3 dead in two hit-and-run accidents, police probe on
Two separate hit-and-run incidents in Nagpur claim three lives. Police register cases under IPC and BNS sections. Investigations are ongoing to trace the absconding drivers.
Ghaziabad's First Automatic Driving Training Centre Launched
Ghaziabad's inaugural automatic driving centre is now open in Guldhar. Featuring simulators, 56 cameras, and automated tests, it aims to improve driver skills and reduce road accidents. Read more.
Palasa Court fines 10 drunk drivers Rs 10,000 each
A court in Srikakulam's Palasa imposes hefty fines on traffic violators for drunk driving. Police report 30 jail sentences this year. Read about the crackdown on public nuisance.
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