Walking in Indian Cities: A Daily Risk to Life
Unsafe footpaths with open manholes and debris force pedestrians onto roads, doubling fatalities in 6 years. This urban governance failure shows how India values human life. Read more.
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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.
BEST bus crash in Bhandup kills 4, injures 10
A BEST bus crash in Mumbai's Bhandup area claims 4 lives, raising serious questions about the efficacy of post-2024 safety reforms. Read about the failures and demands for accountability.
Pune road deaths fall to 302 in 2025, lowest in 3 years
Pune sees a significant drop in fatal road accidents to 287 in 2025, with deaths falling to 302. However, grievous injury cases rise. Police credit targeted traffic interventions for the improvement. Read the full analysis.
Vizag's 'No Helmet, No Petrol' Rule Starts 2026
Visakhapatnam police will deny petrol to helmetless bikers from 2026, aiming to reduce road fatalities. Over 50% of AP's 2023 road deaths were two-wheeler riders. Read the full plan.
Andhra Pradesh Road Accidents Claim 8,346 Lives in 2024
Andhra Pradesh records 19,557 road accidents in 2024, with fatalities rising to 8,346. Speeding and ignoring helmets remain top killers. Experts call for better trauma care.
15 Dead, 19 Injured in Guatemala Bus Accident
A tragic bus accident in Guatemala's mountainous Alta Verapaz region leaves 15 dead and 19 injured. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.
Guatemala Bus Accident Kills 15, Injures 19
A devastating bus accident in Guatemala has claimed at least 15 lives and left 19 injured. Read the latest details on this tragic road mishap and its aftermath.
Japan Expressway Crash: 2 Dead, 26 Injured in 50-Vehicle Pileup
A devastating chain-reaction crash involving over 50 vehicles on Japan's Tomei Expressway leaves two dead and 26 injured. Details on the cause and rescue efforts inside.
Nashik: 80% Road Deaths Are Two-Wheeler Riders, Pedestrians
Shocking data reveals vulnerable road users account for over 80% of Nashik's traffic deaths in 2024. Experts blame reckless driving and poor infrastructure. Read the full report and what authorities are doing.
Chitradurga Highways: 300 Deaths, Night Driving Risk
NH-48 & NH-369 in Chitradurga are accident hotspots, with 300 fatalities in 5 years. Driver fatigue and lack of emergency services escalate the crisis. Read more.
Mizoram's 2024 drug toll hits 111, worst in 20 years
Mizoram faces its deadliest year of drug abuse in two decades with 111 fatalities in 2024. The state's cumulative drug-related deaths since 1984 now stand at 1,990. Read the full report.
Bengaluru's Alarming Pedestrian Death Toll: 28% of Fatalities
Bengaluru's pedestrian safety crisis deepens as police data shows nearly 28% of road deaths involve walkers. Despite enforcement, 2025 risks higher toll. Read about causes and solutions.
Punjab Road Fatalities: Gaps in Emergency Response Revealed
Punjab records 13 road deaths daily, but critical gaps in ambulance response and trauma care hinder golden hour treatment. The state plans a ₹25 crore upgrade.
Madhya Pradesh: 41 daily road deaths, 2nd in helmet rule violations
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals shocking road safety data for Madhya Pradesh. State records 41 daily fatalities, ranks high in deaths due to overspeeding and not wearing helmets. Read the full report.
Maharashtra Road Deaths Fall: Key Statistics Revealed
Maharashtra sees a reduction in road fatalities in 2025, with a significant 26% drop on the Pune Expressway. Officials credit enforcement measures. Read the full district-wise data and safety goals.
Ludhiana: Teen driver crash kills girl, dog; 5 injured
A 16-year-old girl and a pet dog killed in a horrific crash on Ludhiana-Ferozepur Road. Teen driver speeding after a birthday party. Read the full investigation details.
Deer killed, dragged 1 km in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
A young spotted deer was killed & dragged for a kilometre on Pilibhit-Basti road. The driver was arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act, highlighting road dangers in forest areas.
Third tiger death at Alipore Zoo sparks medical care concerns
A young Royal Bengal tigress dies at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo, marking the third tiger fatality in three months. Experts question medical protocols as an investigation is ordered. Read more.
Chandrapur Leopard Attack: 45th Wildlife Death This Year
A 63-year-old labourer from MP was killed by a leopard in Chandrapur's Moharli forest. The district's human-wildlife conflict death toll hits 45 this year. Read the full report.
Six killed in 48 hours in Koppal road accidents
A series of tragic road accidents in Koppal district claims six lives in two days, including a father and son. Details on the hit-and-run and other incidents that have left families devastated.
Puducherry: 221 killed in 1391 road accidents in 2024
Puducherry's 2024 road safety report reveals 1391 accidents causing 221 deaths. National highways & older vehicles pose major risks. See key findings and police action.
Chandigarh: 81 road accident deaths in 2025, two-wheelers at risk
Chandigarh sees 81 road fatalities in 2025, matching 2024's total. Data reveals two-wheeler riders and pedestrians are most at risk. Experts cite speeding and lack of safety measures as key causes.
3 Dead in Moradabad, Meerut Road Accidents Thursday Night
Tragic road accidents in Moradabad and Meerut districts claim 3 lives, injure several. Details on the victims, crash on Moradabad-Agra highway, and ongoing safety concerns.
India Road Deaths: 1.77 Lakh Fatalities in 2024
India witnessed 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, averaging 485 daily. National Highways see 31% of fatalities. Govt plans AI mapping, stricter licenses to curb crisis.
Telangana's 2025 Fire Deaths Hit 11-Year High at 163
Telangana reports its highest fire-related fatalities in over a decade, with 163 deaths and ₹865.7 crore in property damage in 2025. Experts blame ageing infrastructure and power surges. Read for safety insights.
1.77 Lakh Road Deaths in 2024, Highest Ever Recorded
India witnesses a grim milestone with 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, the highest annual toll. The Supreme Court directs states to boost SIR staff deployment. Read for details and analysis.
India's Road Deaths Reach All-Time High of 1.77 Lakh in 2024
India's road accident fatalities surged to a record 1,77,177 in 2024, reveals government data. Experts call for scientific crash probes and wider stakeholder involvement to tackle this national crisis.
Two dead in Kollam road accident near Mukkad bypass
A tragic road accident in Kollam's Kavanad claimed two lives Sunday night. A motorcycle lost control, hitting two pedestrians. Details on the victims, the hospital dispute, and the police probe inside.
Tiger kills 60-year-old in Chandrapur, 41st death this year
A 60-year-old cattle grazer was killed by a tiger in Chandrapur's Chichpalli forest, marking the 41st human death in wildlife conflicts this year. Forest officials urge vigilance.
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