Accidents Rise on Nidaghatta-Mysuru Highway Stretch
Accidents on the Nidaghatta-Mysuru highway stretch surge to 293 in 2025, the highest since its 2023 launch. Discover the data, causes, and urgent calls for safety measures.
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Tripura Ex-Militants Block Highway Over Rehabilitation
Surrendered militants in Tripura block Assam-Agartala National Highway, demanding revival of a Rs 23 crore rehabilitation scheme stalled since 2018. Traffic disrupted at Baramura.
Bhopal flyover work disrupts life, raises safety concerns
Construction of an elevated road on Bhopal-Indore highway through Bairagarh market causes severe traffic, pollution, and safety risks. Traders demand urgent action.
Israel to Regulate Highway Project Contractors
Israel's government announces new regulations for highway contractors following a fatal accident. The move aims to enhance safety and oversight in infrastructure projects.
4 Speed Breakers Installed on Deadly Trichy-Karur Highway
Four new speed breakers installed on a deadly 23km Trichy-Karur NH stretch after 44 deaths last year. Officials aim to curb speeding on this Cauvery river-adjacent road.
NHAI Moves to Fast-Track Kochi's Elevated Highway Project
NHAI appoints HEC to prepare a revised DPR for the long-delayed Edappally-Aroor elevated highway. Design complexities, including the Kochi Metro alignment, have caused delays. The crucial stretch is key to managing NH 66 traffic. Read more.
Mangaluru residents protest NH-169 service road problems
Vamanjoor-Moodbidri residents submit memorandum to NHAI, urging redesign of NH-169 service roads causing traffic blocks and access issues. Read their demands.
Gurgaon-Pataudi-Rewari Highway Opening Mid-February
NHAI to open most of the Gurgaon-Pataudi-Rewari highway by mid-Feb to ease congestion. Full project, except the RoB, targets March completion. Read details.
Ludhiana-Delhi Highway Safety Failures in Fog
Non-functional streetlights and faded markings on the Ludhiana-Delhi NH raise fatal accident risks as winter fog sets in. Experts demand urgent repairs. Read more.
Bombay HC Orders Inspection of Stalled Nagpur-Katol Highway
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench appoints a committee to inspect the stalled Nagpur-Katol four-laning project, citing prolonged delays and safety risks. Read the full report.
New ₹720cr Nagpur Highway Lacks Pedestrian Safety in Dhapewada
The newly inaugurated ₹720cr Saoner-Dhapewada-Gondkhairi National Highway faces severe criticism for neglecting pedestrian safety in Dhapewada, forcing locals to risk their lives daily. Read about the community's demands and the official response.
Govt to Give 198 Ambulances to States for Highway Accidents
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a plan to provide 198 advanced ambulances to states for quicker emergency response on national highways. The move aims to reduce fatalities by ensuring immediate medical aid.
574 Highway Projects Worth Rs 3.6 Lakh Crore Delayed
Government reveals 574 national highway projects are behind schedule. Minister Nitin Gadkari cites land and clearance issues. Read about the delays and road safety progress.
Illegal highway vendors heighten accident risk in Ludhiana fog
Unauthorized vendors on Ludhiana's highways are creating severe safety hazards during dense fog, leading to accidents. Authorities are urged to take immediate action to clear these encroachments.
Hubballi's NH-50 entrance becomes illegal waste dumping site
The entrance to Hubballi city on Kusugal Road, a key national highway, is now an open waste dumping ground. Residents blame HDMC's negligence for the growing pile of domestic and construction debris, spoiling the city's aesthetic appeal.
Coimbatore Highway: 100 Deaths Yearly, Rs 1800 Cr Fix Planned
The Neelambur-Madukkarai highway stretch sees 100 fatal accidents yearly. NHAI's Rs 1,800 crore plan for six lanes, flyovers & underpasses aims to curb deaths. Read the full report.
Deadly 27km NH Stretch to Get 6 Lanes, 13 Underpasses
A notorious 27km bottleneck on the Salem-Kochi NH sees ~100 fatal accidents yearly. NHAI's ₹1800 crore plan for six lanes, underpasses & flyovers awaits approval. Read the full plan to enhance safety.
Cheetah Hair Clue Cracks Gwalior Hit-and-Run Case
A single cheetah hair found on a car bumper becomes the key clue in solving the hit-and-run death of a cheetah cub on the Agra-Mumbai highway near Gwalior. Read the full investigation details.
BMC's Rs 129 Crore Plan for WEH, EEH Micro-Surfacing
BMC floats tenders worth Rs 129 crore for micro-surfacing 15.4 km of Mumbai's Western & Eastern Express Highways. Work to cost Rs 8.41 crore per km. Read details.
Ex-CUDA President, Family Die in Karnataka Road Mishap
Tragic road accident claims lives of former CUDA president and two family members in Karnataka's Chitradurga district. Details on the crash and investigation.
YMA Dissatisfied with NHIDCL's Highway Work Progress
Young Mizo Association leaders express strong dissatisfaction with NHIDCL's slow progress on the Aizawl-Silchar highway's Vairengte-Sairang stretch. They demand completion before next monsoon. Read for details.
Cheetah Cub Killed on Highway, Project Faces Setback
A young cheetah reintroduced to India was killed by a speeding vehicle on the Agra-Mumbai Highway, raising safety concerns for the ambitious revival project. Read the full report.
Newly Built NH 66 Stretch Collapses in Kerala's Kollam
A newly constructed section of NH 66 collapses in Kollam, Kerala, trapping vehicles including a school bus. All passengers rescued. Officials suspect terrain issues, while MP alleges poor construction.
Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor to cut travel time
The new 464-km six-lane Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor, approved at Rs 4,093 crore, will cut travel time by 5 hours and boost regional trade and connectivity. Read more.
Thane: 18 Deaths on Ghodbunder Highway Spark Public Outcry
Thane activists slam poor coordination among agencies on Ghodbunder highway widening, linking 18 deaths to the project. MLA warns of more risks without service lanes.
Moving Bus Looted by Bike Gang on Solapur-Dhule Highway
Shocking footage shows bike-borne thieves looting a moving bus in Beed. Police intensify patrols after a spike in highway robberies. Read how to stay safe.
Chhattisgarh HC displeased with state over road hooliganism
Chhattisgarh High Court reprimands state for ineffective handling of traffic violations by affluent. Court cites Bilaspur stunt, BMO's highway birthday. Demands strict action. Read more.
Dhule-Pimpalgaon NH to be widened to six lanes
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces six-laning of Dhule-Pimpalgaon Baswant NH section. Work starts after April 2026. Read about penalties, delays, and the new DPR.
Murshidabad: Highway Shut as MLA Lays Mosque Foundation
National Highway-12 in Murshidabad was closed for three hours as thousands gathered for a suspended TMC MLA's 'Babri Masjid-styled' mosque foundation. Police were on high alert. Details inside.
School Kids Escape as NH-66 Stretch Collapses in Kerala
A portion of the under-construction NH-66 collapsed in Kerala's Kollam, with school children narrowly escaping. The incident fuels public anger over recurring highway failures. Read the full report.
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