Maharashtra partners with SaveLIFE Foundation to implement a scientific, data-driven model to reduce road fatalities. The 'Zero-Fatality Month' initiative targets systemic change in engineering, enforcement, and emergency care.
Kanpur launches a major road safety campaign under National Road Safety Month 2026. Officials distribute helmets, conduct eye tests, and flag off new ambulances to curb accidents.
Madurai Corporation allocates Rs 100 crore to fix rain and utility-damaged roads. Key areas near Meenakshi Temple & Vaigai river prioritized. Work aims for mid-February completion.
With elections nearing, CPM's V Sivankutty holds convention for Nemom bank scam victims, announces Rs 15 crore aid. Over Rs 100 crore irregularities reported. Read details.
Dheerendra Kumar Singh, a 50-year-old teacher, died after a speeding truck hit his motorcycle in dense fog on Ara bypass. Locals blocked the Ara-Patna road demanding justice.
Bokaro authorities intensify Road Safety Month drive, highlighting cat's eyes & reflective tape for night visibility. DC Ajay Nath Jha explains their crucial role in preventing accidents. Stay safe!
Tragic road accidents in Jalandhar district claim three lives, including a scooter rider and a pedestrian. Police launch investigations into the separate incidents. Read for details and safety reminders.
Union govt sanctions Rs 1,078 crore for 41 road projects in Gujarat, covering widening, strengthening & structural work across 564.57 km. Read details.
Kerala High Court postpones Rahul Mamkootathil MLA's anticipatory bail hearing in a sexual assault case to January 21, extending interim protection from arrest. Get the full details.
Frustrated by escalating traffic jams, CPM & VCK held a hunger strike near Trichy Central Bus Stand. They demand urgent completion of delayed RoBs & ring road to curb accidents. Read more.
A PIL in Calcutta HC demands Kolkata's toxic air be declared a public health emergency after AQI hit 558, surpassing Delhi. Hearing on Jan 19.
Telangana launches a 5-day Road Suraksha Abhiyan 2026 to combat rising accidents. Justice Koshy reveals a 5.6% surge in 2025, with 24,826 cases. Learn about the campaign's focus on student awareness and curriculum integration.
Public drinking water taps across Ranchi are in a state of neglect, surrounded by garbage and filth, raising severe health concerns for hundreds of daily users. Read the full investigation.
A case has been registered in Karnataka's Hebri taluk for unauthorized digging of a public road. Police investigate the illegal activity causing public inconvenience.
Two separate road accidents in Buldhana district claimed three lives and left ten seriously injured on Monday. A motorcycle-bus collision and a taxi ditch fall disrupted traffic. Read for details.
HSVP begins road safety project in Panchkula, repairing damaged kerbs and road turns in Sectors 1, 3, and 5. The work includes concrete repairs and a one-year maintenance guarantee. Read details.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
A 45-year-old man died after being hit by a speeding vehicle on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
Kerala's Education Minister V Sivankutty retracted a statement about not contesting from Nemom, blaming misinterpretation. The episode highlights the high-stakes battle for this key constituency. Read the full story.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation earmarks 10 key locations for mobile toilets and water tankers to improve public sanitation and water access for residents and visitors.
Senior judge Zaibunnisa inaugurates National Road Safety Month in Mangaluru, highlighting overspeeding and drunken driving as major causes. Public awareness and legal knowledge are crucial for saving lives.
The Pune Public Policy Festival is back at Gokhale Institute on Jan 9-10, 2026, exploring 'Decoding Technology and Society'. Discover insights on tech's role in India's global future. Read more!
Srinath Sridharan critiques India's 'POHA' culture, where civic failures causing death are tolerated if they don't affect personal comfort. Read his stark analysis.
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
India's parliamentary committee plans heightened oversight of two dozen state-run firms in strategic sectors like nuclear energy and rare earths, aiming to boost compliance and performance. Learn about the impact on India's economic growth.
A Kolkata-born techie's video confronting a group singing Bollywood songs on a Vietnam cruise lounge goes viral, igniting a global debate on public etiquette and cultural sensitivity while traveling.
Delhi PWD mandates QR codes on all new road signs, revealing manufacturer and warranty info. Citizens can soon scan to file complaints via the PWD Sewa app for better accountability.
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more