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NHRC mandates safety recall for sleeper buses

National Human Rights Commission directs states to recall unsafe sleeper buses, remove driver partitions, install fire systems after Jaisalmer tragedy killed 20. States must report action in 2 weeks.

Thane torch rally demands safer Ghodbunder Road

Angry Thane residents staged torchlight protest on Ghodbunder Road demanding urgent repairs after 22 fatal accidents. Activist Ajay Jeya leads charge for road safety improvements.

Canacona's Dangerous Shortcut: Road Safety Crisis

Residents and tourists risk lives on Karmal Ghat's narrow service road to Agonda. Authorities pressed for immediate widening and safety measures. Read about the community's urgent demands.

37% Delhi vehicles non-compliant, PMO pushes EVs

PMO flags Delhi's disproportionate vehicle load with 37% running on outdated emission norms. High-level meeting directs Delhi, UP, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan to accelerate EV transition and expand charging infrastructure.

CAFE-3 Norms Spark Small vs Big Car Debate in India

India's proposed CAFE-3 emission norms create industry divide as small car makers warn of price hikes while SUV manufacturers support weight-based formula. Learn how this affects car buyers.

Study: Toilets Can Make Africa's Roads Safer

Groundbreaking research reveals that improved sanitation infrastructure could significantly enhance road safety across African nations. Discover how toilets are unexpectedly linked to safer transportation.

4 Dead in Hoshiarpur Road Accidents

Tragic road accidents in Hoshiarpur district claim 4 lives across separate incidents. Police investigate causes and urge road safety measures. Read details.

Govt Withdraws BIS Norms on Polyester, Polymers

Centre withdraws quality control orders on polyester and petrochemical inputs, providing cost relief for MSMEs in textiles and manufacturing sectors while increasing import competition.

Maharshi College Road Repair Work Finally Begins

After months of delays and resident complaints, repair work on the dilapidated Maharshi College Road in Bhubaneswar has finally commenced, bringing relief to daily commuters and local businesses.

Jharkhand launches Over-Speeding Awareness Week

Jharkhand government launches intensive Over-Speeding Awareness Week with innovative initiatives, traffic enforcement drives, and public engagement campaigns to combat rising road accident fatalities across the state.

Indian Cities Dominate World's Worst Air Quality Rankings

In a startling environmental revelation, Indian urban centers claim 42 of the world's 50 most polluted spots, though the national capital surprises by not making the worst ten. Detailed analysis reveals which cities are breathing the most toxic air.

Amritsar's Khasa-Bakna Road Nightmare Continues

Residents of Amritsar endure hazardous travel conditions as the severely damaged Khasa-Bakna road remains neglected, causing accidents and prolonged suffering for daily commuters.

Karnataka Road Carnage: 10 Dead in Haveri Collision

The devastating collision in Haveri that claimed 10 lives reveals systemic failures in road safety enforcement and infrastructure maintenance. How many more must die before real action is taken?

CM Squad Inspects Delayed Patiala Road Project

Punjab CM's flying squad conducts surprise inspection of stalled Hiana Khurd-Mandaur road project in Patiala, directs officials to expedite construction work amid public complaints.

India's Road Safety Crisis: Laws vs Reality

Despite comprehensive road safety legislation, India continues to witness alarming road fatalities. This investigative piece examines why strong laws fail to translate into safer roads and what needs to change.

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