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Mahabaleshwar trip turns fatal for 4 Pune friends as SUV crashes into truck
August 11, 2026 9:09 am
All four victims were residents of Kamshet in Pune’s Maval taluka and were aged between 19 and 20.
Calcutta High Court enhances compensation to Rs 1 crore for doctor killed in crash
July 22, 2026 9:28 am
The Calcutta High Court held that income tax returns are the most reliable basis for determining a victim's income in motor accident claims, and enhanced the compensation for the family to Rs 1 crore as just and reasonable.
Uber expands safety features in India with ambulance support, Record My Ride feature
July 01, 2026 8:36 am
These new safety-related features were announced at the company’s annual Uber Surakshit safety conference held in New Delhi.
‘Trauma care integral part of right to life’: Supreme Court directs states to merge emergency numbers into 112
May 28, 2026 2:47 pm
The Supreme Court was hearing a petition filed by a Delhi-based road safety organisation, which urged that a uniform system for trauma care be created across states.
546 die every day in traffic accidents; speeding remains biggest killer: NCRB data
May 08, 2026 4:59 am
While the top three states in fatalities were UP, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra, most of the deaths in railway crossing accidents were reported from UP, West Bengal, and Kerala.
Knowledge Nugget: Road Accidents in India — Causes, reports and UPSC relevance
February 13, 2026 2:33 pm
India has again missed its road accident death reduction target, with fatalities rising in 2024. What are the key causes and major recommendations? In “Beyond the Nugget,” also learn about the planned measures to curb them
Nitin Gadkari seeks discussion on road safety awareness in Parliament: 'Despite all efforts, results have not been satisfactory'
December 18, 2025 1:50 pm
During Parliament's Winter Session, Nitin Gadkari said that India sees 5 lakh road accidents and 1.8 lakh related deaths annually, with 66 per cent of the deceased aged between 18 and 34.
Why high-visibility clothing must become a priority for two-wheeler riders
September 25, 2025 3:16 pm
India must now elevate rider visibility to the same level as helmets and AHO. Public campaigns at petrol pumps and toll plazas should distribute reflective vests
Panchkula police issues 431 challans to motorists for drink-driving in month
July 03, 2025 9:48 am
The dangers posed are not limited to the intoxicated driver alone, but also extend to fellow motorists and pedestrians on the road.
Govt to develop 1,600 centres to train ‘good drivers’, reduce accidents
February 07, 2025 4:10 am
Officials said that the decision was taken in a two-day meeting with transport ministers and transport secretaries in the first week of January.
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