14 killed in Himachal bus accident near Haripurdhar
A private bus fell into a deep gorge in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, killing 14 passengers and injuring 52. The accident occurred near Haripurdhar. Read for details and official response.
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Haveri: Commuters protest bus shortage on Hangal route
Hundreds staged a sit-in at Haveri Central Bus Station over severe bus shortages on the Hangal route due to roadwork. Commuters, including students and govt employees, shared their daily ordeal. Read more.
7 dead as bus falls into gorge in Himachal's Sirmour
A private bus carrying 35-40 passengers fell into a gorge in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district, killing 7. Overcrowding due to Makar Sankranti travel cited. Rescue ops ongoing.
8 killed in Himachal bus accident in Sirmaur district
Tragic bus accident in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district leaves 8 dead and 5 injured. The private bus fell into a gorge near Shillai. Rescue operations concluded.
Bus accident in Sirmaur kills 8, death toll may rise
A private bus fell off a hilly road in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, killing at least eight. With 30-35 passengers on board, rescue ops are ongoing. Read for latest updates.
8 Dead in Himachal Bus Accident in Sirmaur Gorge
A tragic bus accident in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district claims 8 lives. Details on the rescue operation, injured, and official response inside.
Zero Road Bus Station Closed for Major Redevelopment in Prayagraj
Prayagraj's Zero Road bus station closes for a 2-year redevelopment project. Buses shifted to temporary locations, causing traffic challenges but easing congestion. Details on new routes and plans inside.
Gadkari Orders Probe into Sleeper Bus Fires, 145 Dead
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari demands state-level investigations into corruption and safety lapses in sleeper bus manufacturing after fatal fires. New V2V tech also announced to curb accidents.
Telangana RTC Runs 6431 Special Buses for Sankranti Festival
Telangana RTC operates 6431 special buses for Sankranti travel. Peak days are Jan 9,10,12,13,18,19 with revised fares. Free travel for women continues under Mahalakshmi scheme. Book tickets online.
Noida's Double-Decker AC Bus Arrives at Morna Depot
UPSRTC's first double-decker AC bus for Noida has reached Morna depot. The service, covering 40km from Gaur Chowk to Pari Chowk, is expected to launch after maintenance setup. Read more about the new city connectivity plan.
36 passengers escape bus fire on Samruddhi Expressway
A private bus from Nagpur to Mumbai caught fire near Buldhana's Shivni Pisa village. All 36 passengers evacuated safely, with minor injuries reported. Read about the heroic rescue and safety concerns.
Kolkata's 9-Point Bus Fire Safety Guidelines Unveiled
West Bengal's transport department issues strict 9-point fire safety norms for buses, focusing on maintenance, ECUs & training after recent fires. Learn the new protocols.
BEST Bus Driver Solely Responsible for Bhandup Accident: Probe
Police investigation clears predecessor driver & bus mechanism in Bhandup accident that killed 4. Driver Santosh Sawant's custody extended for psychological tests. Read the latest updates.
Indore RTO seizes 7 buses for serious safety lapses
Indore RTO seized seven buses, including three sleeper coaches, for severe safety violations like missing fire equipment and illegal seating. Read about the crackdown and new safety mandates.
5-20% Discount on KSRTC Premium Bus Services
Karnataka SRDC announces a 5-20% discount on premium bus fares for online bookings. Plan your travel and save on services like Airavat, Ambari, and more!
Sambalpur bus carrying kids fined Rs 2.19 lakh, impounded
Sambalpur RTO impounds a private bus, fines it Rs 2.19 lakh for multiple violations including no licence, insurance, and tax evasion while carrying schoolchildren. Read about the shocking lapses.
Chennai's Broadway bus stand redeveloped into Rs 800-crore hub
Chennai's historic Broadway bus stand is set for a massive Rs 800-crore redevelopment into a multi-modal transport hub with 73 bays. Foundation stone on Jan 25. Read how it will ease North Chennai travel.
Odisha Announces Stricter Ama Bus Driver Recruitment Norms
Odisha govt enforces stricter driver norms & forms high-level committee for Ama Bus safety after 11 accident deaths. New training, incentives & daily checks announced. #Odisha #PublicSafety
Chandrapur Bus Crash: Child Dead, 35 Hurt on Dangerous Curve
A tragic bus accident near Akapur in Chandrapur claims the life of a 6-year-old girl and injures 35 migrant workers. Driver arrested for negligent driving. Details inside.
Chennai Broadway Bus Terminus Shifts to Temporary Locations
MTC Chennai moves bus services from Broadway Terminus to Royapuram & Island Grounds from January 7 for redevelopment. Check new routes and stops for your commute.
Govt Orders Strict Bus Safety Checks Before Registration
The road transport ministry has directed states to ensure no bus is registered without full compliance with safety norms. This follows recent fatal bus fires. Read the new mandatory rules.
Drunk Driver Flees After School Bus Crash, 40 Kids Hurt
A private school bus with 60 students overturned in Khammam after its allegedly drunk driver lost control. 40 injured. Minister orders action against school.
Drunk Driver Flees After School Bus Crash, 40 Students Injured
A private school bus with 60 students overturned in Khammam after its allegedly drunk driver lost control. 40 injured. Authorities order action against the school and regular bus checks.
Surat BRTS bus fire: All passengers safe after Amroli incident
A BRTS bus caught fire in Surat's Amroli area on Friday evening. Over 20 passengers evacuated safely thanks to the driver's alertness. Read the full report on the incident and the SFES response.
BEST Mumbai assigns new duties to drivers in accidents
After the fatal Bhandup accident, BEST Mumbai mandates alternative duties for drivers involved in crashes, enforces mandatory retraining, and reviews driver records to prioritize passenger and pedestrian safety.
BEST's New Safety Directives After Bhandup Accident
Following the fatal Bhandup accident, BEST mandates refresher training for all electric bus drivers, reviews records, and deploys mobile training units. Read the full safety overhaul.
Pune PMPML enforces stricter breathalyser tests, phone ban
Following the fatal Mumbai bus accident, PMPML announces stricter breathalyser tests for evening shifts and a ban on cellphone use while driving. Commuters demand more action against rash driving.
Madras HC Seeks Govt Reply on Bus Safety Audit Plea
Madras High Court directs state and central governments to respond in 8 weeks to a plea demanding a comprehensive fitness audit of all public and private buses in Tamil Nadu to curb fatal accidents.
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.
Mangaluru Bus Operators to Take Over Bus Stand Maintenance
Dakshina Kannada Bus Operators' Association proposes to maintain Mangaluru's State Bank bus stand, citing a lack of basic facilities for passengers and staff. Read about their plan.
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