Mizoram's 2024 drug toll hits 111, worst in 20 years
Mizoram faces its deadliest year of drug abuse in two decades with 111 fatalities in 2024. The state's cumulative drug-related deaths since 1984 now stand at 1,990. Read the full report.
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Bengaluru's Alarming Pedestrian Death Toll: 28% of Fatalities
Bengaluru's pedestrian safety crisis deepens as police data shows nearly 28% of road deaths involve walkers. Despite enforcement, 2025 risks higher toll. Read about causes and solutions.
Punjab Road Fatalities: Gaps in Emergency Response Revealed
Punjab records 13 road deaths daily, but critical gaps in ambulance response and trauma care hinder golden hour treatment. The state plans a ₹25 crore upgrade.
Pune road crossing turns fatal for domestic help
A domestic worker's death on Pune's Ganeshkhind Road exposes the city's pedestrian safety crisis. Residents demand urgent infrastructure changes. Read the full report.
Madhya Pradesh: 41 daily road deaths, 2nd in helmet rule violations
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals shocking road safety data for Madhya Pradesh. State records 41 daily fatalities, ranks high in deaths due to overspeeding and not wearing helmets. Read the full report.
Drunk Pedestrian Run Over in Bengaluru, Driver Held
A tragic accident in Bengaluru claims the life of a drunk pedestrian hit by a private bus. The driver has been arrested. Read details on the incident and police action.
Maharashtra Road Deaths Fall: Key Statistics Revealed
Maharashtra sees a reduction in road fatalities in 2025, with a significant 26% drop on the Pune Expressway. Officials credit enforcement measures. Read the full district-wise data and safety goals.
3-Year Stalled Chennai Plaza Project Makes Walking a Nightmare
A 27.3 crore pedestrian plaza project on Chennai's MC Road, stalled for three years, forces pedestrians to navigate dangerous dug-up paths and bike encroachments. Read about the daily struggle and promised solutions.
Ludhiana: Teen driver crash kills girl, dog; 5 injured
A 16-year-old girl and a pet dog killed in a horrific crash on Ludhiana-Ferozepur Road. Teen driver speeding after a birthday party. Read the full investigation details.
Deer killed, dragged 1 km in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
A young spotted deer was killed & dragged for a kilometre on Pilibhit-Basti road. The driver was arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act, highlighting road dangers in forest areas.
Third tiger death at Alipore Zoo sparks medical care concerns
A young Royal Bengal tigress dies at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo, marking the third tiger fatality in three months. Experts question medical protocols as an investigation is ordered. Read more.
Chandrapur Leopard Attack: 45th Wildlife Death This Year
A 63-year-old labourer from MP was killed by a leopard in Chandrapur's Moharli forest. The district's human-wildlife conflict death toll hits 45 this year. Read the full report.
Six killed in 48 hours in Koppal road accidents
A series of tragic road accidents in Koppal district claims six lives in two days, including a father and son. Details on the hit-and-run and other incidents that have left families devastated.
Puducherry: 221 killed in 1391 road accidents in 2024
Puducherry's 2024 road safety report reveals 1391 accidents causing 221 deaths. National highways & older vehicles pose major risks. See key findings and police action.
Chandigarh: 81 road accident deaths in 2025, two-wheelers at risk
Chandigarh sees 81 road fatalities in 2025, matching 2024's total. Data reveals two-wheeler riders and pedestrians are most at risk. Experts cite speeding and lack of safety measures as key causes.
Three hurt in SoU road accident, pedestrian unidentified
A speeding motorcycle hit a pedestrian on Statue of Unity Road in Dabhoi, injuring all three. The victim remains unknown. Read the full details of the Thursday night incident.
3 Dead in Moradabad, Meerut Road Accidents Thursday Night
Tragic road accidents in Moradabad and Meerut districts claim 3 lives, injure several. Details on the victims, crash on Moradabad-Agra highway, and ongoing safety concerns.
India Road Deaths: 1.77 Lakh Fatalities in 2024
India witnessed 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, averaging 485 daily. National Highways see 31% of fatalities. Govt plans AI mapping, stricter licenses to curb crisis.
Telangana's 2025 Fire Deaths Hit 11-Year High at 163
Telangana reports its highest fire-related fatalities in over a decade, with 163 deaths and ₹865.7 crore in property damage in 2025. Experts blame ageing infrastructure and power surges. Read for safety insights.
Chennai Metro's 30 Cr Walkways Cause Pedestrian Woes
Chennai Metro's Phase II barricaded walkways, costing ~₹30 crore, are poorly lit, unsafe, and causing daily hardship. Officials promise removal by 2028, but pedestrians demand immediate fixes.
1.77 Lakh Road Deaths in 2024, Highest Ever Recorded
India witnesses a grim milestone with 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, the highest annual toll. The Supreme Court directs states to boost SIR staff deployment. Read for details and analysis.
India's Road Deaths Reach All-Time High of 1.77 Lakh in 2024
India's road accident fatalities surged to a record 1,77,177 in 2024, reveals government data. Experts call for scientific crash probes and wider stakeholder involvement to tackle this national crisis.
Kochi: 833 vehicles violate zebra crossing rules in Nov
Ernakulam's MVD cracks down on 833 vehicles for zebra crossing violations, mostly cars. Experts call for infrastructure overhaul and strict enforcement to protect pedestrians. Read more.
Pedestrian killed by truck on Pune highway in Nashik
A 45-year-old man was fatally hit by a truck while crossing the Pune highway near St Xavier's High School in Nashik. The accident-prone stretch lacks a traffic signal despite repeated demands.
Ludhiana ISBT Flyover Crossing a Daily Safety Crisis
Hundreds of daily commuters in Ludhiana face a perilous crossing near the ISBT due to the lack of a foot-over bridge or underpass. Read about the urgent safety crisis and demands for immediate action.
Mumbai's 3km underground walkways to link Metro 3, BKC, bullet train
Mumbai plans a 3km underground pedestrian network connecting Metro Line 3, BKC, Worli, and the bullet train hub by 2029-30 for seamless, all-weather travel. Read more about this game-changing project.
Ludhiana's New Pedestrian Signals Cause Confusion, Danger
Ludhiana's upgraded traffic signals at busy spots like Bhai Wala Chowk fail pedestrians. Road dividers block crossings, vehicles encroach, and timing is insufficient. ACP Traffic promises action.
Pedestrian killed by speeding car near Bengaluru's Devanahalli
A 39-year-old mason was killed by a speeding Toyota Innova while crossing a highway near Bengaluru. The driver has been arrested for negligence. Read the full report.
Two dead in Kollam road accident near Mukkad bypass
A tragic road accident in Kollam's Kavanad claimed two lives Sunday night. A motorcycle lost control, hitting two pedestrians. Details on the victims, the hospital dispute, and the police probe inside.
Mumbai: Elderly woman killed by school bus in Andheri
A 78-year-old woman died after being hit by a mini school bus in Andheri (E), Mumbai. The driver fled but was arrested. The bus carried 10 children, who were unharmed. Read the full details.
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