SC Enhances Compensation for Road Accident Victim
Supreme Court increases compensation for a salesman with 50% disability, criticises High Court's interference. Key legal principles on income assessment & disability restored. Read the full analysis.
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CES 2026: AI Takes Center Stage, EV Launches Stall
At CES 2026, AI and autonomous tech dominate as automakers, hit by policy changes and cost pressures, rethink EV strategies. Discover the new industry focus.
Two More Held for Offensive Posts on Darshan's Wife
Karnataka police arrest two more individuals, bringing total to four, for posting derogatory content online targeting actor Darshan's wife. Read the latest details.
Telangana Assembly Passes Motor Vehicles Tax Amendment Bill
Telangana govt levies road safety tax on new vehicles; funds to boost safety measures. Assembly also approves two private universities. Read key details.
Goa road safety meet slams inaction on fatal accidents
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.
Seraikela-Kharsawan Police Hits 100% Probe Rate in Sex Crime Cases
Seraikela-Kharsawan district police achieved a 100% investigation compliance rate in sexual offence cases in 2025, filing charge sheets within 60 days in 30 out of 33 cases. Read how ITSSO and a 'zero tolerance' policy drove this success.
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.
Tarun Garg is Hyundai India's First Indian MD & CEO
Hyundai Motor India appoints Tarun Garg as its first Indian MD & CEO from Jan 1, 2026. He will lead the company's Rs 45,000 crore investment plan for EVs and local manufacturing. Read more.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
HC: Magistrate can't take bigamy case cognisance via police report
Karnataka High Court's Kalaburagi bench quashes bigamy proceedings, ruling a magistrate cannot take cognisance of IPC 494 based on a police report for this non-cognisable offence. Details inside.
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.
India's Auto Industry Closes 2025 on Firm Footing
India's auto sector reports robust, broad-based sales growth in December 2025, capping a strong year. Key segments like two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles all show positive momentum. Discover the full industry analysis.
MP HC: Minor's consent immaterial, upholds 20-yr POCSO sentence
Madhya Pradesh High Court refuses to suspend 20-year sentence in POCSO case, stating marriage and child during bail are immaterial. Consent of a minor is not valid in law. Read the full judgement details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Vadodara man booked for public indecency in viral video
A 26-year-old man in Vadodara was booked by police after a video of him relieving himself at a traffic signal went viral. His motorcycle was seized. Read the full story.
Legal Notice Challenges RSRTC MD's Dual Role in Rajasthan
A private bus operator in Jhunjhunu has served a legal notice to the Rajasthan transport department, calling the appointment of the RSRTC MD as transport commissioner illegal under the Motor Vehicles Act. Read the full details.
Vadodara man held for public urination in viral video
A 26-year-old man in Vadodara was arrested under the Prohibition Act and Motor Vehicles Act after a video of him urinating publicly at a traffic signal went viral. Police acted swiftly within hours.
TN EV Tax Exemption Extended to Dec 2027
Tamil Nadu continues its 100% motor vehicle tax waiver for battery-operated vehicles till Dec 2027, boosting EV adoption and manufacturing. Read more about the state's green push.
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.
Chittoor crime rate falls 26% in 2025, road accidents dip
Chittoor district reports a significant 26% decline in overall crime in 2025, with 5,216 cases. SP Tushar Dudi highlights effective policing, though POCSO cases see a rise. Read the full report.
Gurugram man cheated of Rs 2.18 cr by friend
A Gurugram man was defrauded of Rs 2.18 crore by a friend who claimed the money was for his sister's cancer treatment. The accused, Azhar Ahmed, was arrested and produced in court.
No Insurance Payout Without Valid Vehicle Fitness: Commission
Uttarakhand consumer commission backs insurer's rejection of a ₹1.6 lakh accident claim due to an expired fitness certificate. A crucial reminder for vehicle owners.
New 2025 Cab Rules: Tipping & Gender Choice Allowed
Ministry of Road Transport notifies key amendments to Motor Vehicles Aggregators Guidelines 2025. Passengers can now tip drivers after rides and opt for same-gender drivers. Read details.
Indore Police's New Year Crackdown: 950 Suspects Checked
Indore Police conducted a massive overnight drive to curb crime ahead of New Year. Over 950 suspects checked, 377 faced legal action, and 163 drunk drivers booked. Read details.
Santa Biker's Dangerous Stunts on Chennai Road Spark Outrage
A man dressed as Santa Claus performed risky motorcycle stunts on a busy Chennai bypass, endangering public safety. Police are investigating the viral video incident.
Nagpur Police Fine Parents Over Rs 25,000 for Minors Driving
Nagpur police's 'Operation U-Turn' penalises parents for underage driving. FIRs, hefty fines up to Rs 30,000, and vehicle seizures enforced. Learn the strict consequences.
Rajasthan Bus Operators Protest Luggage Carrier Challans
Private bus operators in Rajasthan protest against challans for luggage carriers, citing state rules allowing 45kg luggage per passenger. They demand clarity from the government.
Delhi HC Acts to Stop Misuse of Rape Survivor Compensation
Delhi High Court mandates disclosure of compensation in settlement cases to safeguard public funds and protect genuine survivors of sexual violence. Read the full story.
Delhi to Resume Action on Old Vehicles Post Pollution
Delhi government will restart enforcement against 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles after severe air pollution subsides, following a Supreme Court order. Over 1 crore vehicles face action.
MACT Rejects Compensation Claim in Thane Road Accident Case
Thane MACT dismissed a 2018 road accident compensation claim, citing the claimant's failure to prove the other rider's negligence. Key details and legal implications explained.
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