Karnataka Excise Licences Increase to 14,101 in 2025
Karnataka's excise licences grew to 14,101 in 2025, driven by demand from hotels and clubs. Bengaluru divisions dominate retail licences, while RVB permits surge due to keg beer popularity.
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Drunk Driver Crashes into Bengaluru Restaurant, 6 Escape
Six people had a miraculous escape in Bengaluru after a drunk driver lost control and crashed his Skoda into Barbeque Nation. Police have booked the software engineer under BNS and MV Act sections.
Nvidia & Tesla's AI Battle Over Self-Driving Tech
At CES 2024, Nvidia's Jensen Huang unveiled Alpamayo AI for autonomous cars, sparking a polite tech duel with Tesla's Elon Musk. Who will lead the self-driving revolution?
MV Act Amendments: Detention for Uninsured Vehicles, Tighter Licence Rules
The road transport ministry proposes major MV Act changes: uninsured vehicles can be detained, licence renewals linked to challan history, and insurance premiums tied to driver behaviour. Read the full details.
Kidney Transplant Licence Suspended at Trichy Hospital
Tamil Nadu health authorities suspend Star KIMS Hospital's kidney transplant licence following a probe into an alleged pan-India illegal organ racket. Key details inside.
69,000 Driving Licences Suspended in Vizag in 2025
Visakhapatnam's RTA suspended over 69,000 driving licences for traffic violations in 2025, with helmetless riding being the top offence. Learn about the strict enforcement and new road safety norms.
Gurgaon Police to File FIRs for Wrong-Side Driving
Gurgaon Police adopts a strict stance against wrong-side driving, deciding to file FIRs under BNS. Over 2 lakh challans issued in 2025. Learn about the new enforcement strategy.
Ahmedabad: Half of City Paid Traffic Fines in 2025
Shocking data reveals every second Ahmedabad citizen paid traffic fines in 2025, totaling Rs 262.6 crore. Helmetless riding tops offences. Read the full analysis.
Vadodara hit-and-run: Car injures two, driver absconds
A speeding car hit a vegetable vendor and a motorcycle in Vadodara's Sama area, injuring two. The driver fled, spotlighting the city's rash driving menace. Read about the incident and similar cases.
Nvidia CEO's Private CES Talks with Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz
Nvidia's Jensen Huang held private talks with Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz leaders at CES 2026, following the Alpamayo self-driving AI launch. Will Hyundai adopt the new tech? Details inside.
Karnataka HC: No Insurer Payout for Accident with Invalid Licence
Karnataka High Court rules insurer not liable for compensation if employer fails to verify driver's valid licence. School ordered to pay Rs 5.38 lakh for 2008 bus accident. Read the full legal analysis.
Delhi Police Files FIRs for Wrong-Side Driving
Delhi Police escalates action against wrong-side driving, moving from fines to criminal FIRs. Learn about the cases, penalties, and new enforcement strategy.
Karnataka HC: Owner Liable for Driver's Valid Licence
Karnataka High Court mandates vehicle owners to ensure drivers have valid licences. Justice K Manmadha Rao's ruling clarifies owner responsibility. Read the full legal implications.
Delhi Police file FIRs for traffic violations, risk jail
Delhi Police now file FIRs for serious traffic violations like wrong-side driving, risking jail under BNS. First cases registered in Kapashera and Delhi Cantonment. Read details.
Delhi Registers First FIRs for Wrong-Side Driving
Delhi Traffic Police files historic FIRs against drivers for wrong-side driving and rash driving under BNS Section 281. Read details of the two landmark cases.
HC: Employer's duty to verify driver licence, insurer freed
Karnataka High Court rules employers must verify driver credentials. Insurer freed from liability in fatal 2008 accident case. School ordered to pay Rs 5.4 lakh compensation.
Punjab District Courts: Over 55% Cases Pending >1 Year
Shocking data reveals over 55% of cases in Punjab's district courts are pending for more than a year, highlighting a severe judicial backlog. Read the full analysis of the crisis and its implications.
Amazon's Remote Work Rules for India H-1B Staff Ban Coding
Amazon allows employees stranded in India due to H-1B delays to work remotely until 2026, but with severe restrictions banning coding and core job functions. Learn the full impact.
No Ad-Hoc Judges Appointed Despite Supreme Court Clearance
Despite a landmark Supreme Court ruling allowing it, not a single ad-hoc judge has been appointed to clear case backlogs in India's High Courts. Discover the reasons behind this critical delay.
BAMS student dies by suicide in Kanpur hostel over backlog
A 27-year-old Ayurveda student, Shailendra Kumar, died by suicide in his Kanpur hostel room. Police cite exam failure stress as a key factor. Read the full report.
Gurgaon chef dies after wrong-side SUV hit, FIR filed
A 55-year-old chef succumbs to injuries after a wrong-side SUV crash in Gurgaon. Police file FIR under new strict policy as family seeks justice. Details inside.
Gurgaon chef dies after wrong-side SUV hit, FIR filed
A 55-year-old chef succumbs to injuries after a wrong-side driving crash in Gurgaon. Police file FIR under new strict policy. Read about the tragic accident and legal action.
BTech Grad Arrested for Making Fake Driving Licences in Gujarat
Navsari SOG arrests Jigar Patel for producing duplicate driving licences using a mobile app. 59 fake DLs seized. Learn how the sophisticated scam operated.
CJI Calls for Modern Judicial Infrastructure to Meet Future Demands
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasizes urgent need for capacity building in judicial infrastructure to reduce backlog and ensure timely justice. Read his full vision.
448 Booked for Drunk Driving in Pune on New Year
Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad police booked 448 individuals for drunk driving during New Year checks, a rise from last year. Learn about the enforcement drive and legal consequences.
Kolkata: 245 Drink-Driving Cases on New Year, 2-Wheelers Violate Most
Kolkata Police prosecuted 1,961 traffic violations over New Year's Eve and Day, with 245 drink-driving cases. Discover the hotspots and enforcement strategies.
Delhi POCSO Cases: High Disposal, Higher Backlog
Delhi courts disposed more POCSO cases than registered in 2025, yet a massive backlog of decade-old cases and a 9% conviction rate plague the system. A new report calls for urgent judicial reforms.
Telangana Police Face Resistance in NYE Drunk Driving Checks
Telangana police encountered resistance while conducting breathalyser tests on New Year's Eve. Over 500 cases were registered across multiple districts, with vehicles seized and offenders jailed.
Amazon's Remote Policy for H-1B Workers in India Limits Work
Amazon allows H-1B visa-stranded employees in India to stay on payroll until March 2026, but a memo reveals they cannot code, make decisions, or access systems. Read the full story on the visa delay crisis.
Hyderabad: 2,731 drunk driving cases on New Year's Eve
Hyderabad police cracked down on New Year's Eve, registering 2,731 cases of drunk driving across three commissionerates. Licenses will be suspended. Get the latest updates.
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