Stricter Breath Analyser Norms Kick in from April
From April, breath analysers in India must have built-in printers & stricter accuracy under new norms. Aim: curb drunk driving, boost legal evidence. #RoadSafety
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Karnataka HC: Lapsed DL Not Proof of Negligence
Karnataka High Court clarifies that not holding a valid driving licence does not automatically mean a rider was negligent in an accident. Read the full legal analysis.
Winter speed limits cut on Noida, Yamuna Expressways
Speed limits reduced on Noida & Yamuna Expressways from Dec 15 to Feb 15 due to fog. Light vehicles now 75kmph, heavy vehicles 60/50kmph. Stay safe, follow advisories.
Kanpur Night Drive: 18 Vehicles Seized, Rs 6 Lakh Fines
A major enforcement drive in Kanpur led to the seizure of 18 heavy vehicles and fines of Rs 5.99 lakh. Two drunk drivers were caught. Read about the crackdown on road safety violations.
Top 10 Car Safety Features Every Indian Buyer Needs
Road safety is paramount in India. Discover the top 10 active and passive car safety features you must check for, whether buying new or used, to protect your family on chaotic roads.
Drunk Bus Drivers a Monthly Menace in Bengaluru
Private bus operators report 30-40 drunk drivers monthly. While big firms use breathalysers, smaller ones skip checks, with drivers drinking mid-route, some over double the legal limit. Read more.
Goa suspends 6,734 licences for traffic violations
Goa's transport directorate suspended 6,734 driving licences from Jan-Sep 2025. Riding without a helmet was the leading offence. Experts cite lack of enforcement and civic sense.
4 MBBS students die in car-truck crash on Delhi-Lucknow highway
Four young MBBS interns from a UP university died after their speeding car hit a parked truck on NH-9. Police suspect drunk driving. Read the full investigation details.
Saudi Arabia Driving License Conversion Guide for Expats
Planning to drive in Saudi Arabia? Our detailed guide explains how to convert your foreign license or apply for a new one, covering eligibility, costs, and the step-by-step process for Indian expats and others.
Pune Drunk Driver Flees Police with Detached Tyre
A 48-year-old drunk man in Pune drove his SUV with a detached front tyre, dodging police. He was later detained near Council Hall. Read about the third such recent case.
Nagpur: 3 dead in two hit-and-run accidents, police probe on
Two separate hit-and-run incidents in Nagpur claim three lives. Police register cases under IPC and BNS sections. Investigations are ongoing to trace the absconding drivers.
Pune Police Start Daytime Drunk Driving Checks
Pune traffic police initiate surprise daytime checks for drunk drivers after two fatal accidents. New strategy moves beyond night nakabandis to curb menace. Read for details.
IT Pro in Custody for Drunk Driving Death of Valet in Pune
A Pune court remanded an IT professional to police custody for allegedly driving drunk and killing a valet attendant at Toit Pub. The victim, Satendra Mandal, 30, was crushed. Read the full details.
Major Nor'easter Targets Northeast US with Heavy Snow
A powerful Nor'easter storm is set to hit the Northeast US, bringing over a foot of snow and icy conditions from Monday night. Stay informed on travel hazards and forecasts.
Mercedes driver gets bail in fatal Delhi hit-and-run case
Software engineer Shivam Arora, driver of a Mercedes G-63 that killed a chef, granted bail. Victim's father demands strict action and compensation. Details inside.
Drunk Pune Engineer Kills Valet, Refused Cab Offer
A Pune software engineer, heavily drunk, refused a valet's offer to drive him home. He then crashed, killing an attendant. Police reveal his divorce due to alcoholism. Read the full investigation details.
Ghaziabad's First Automatic Driving Training Centre Launched
Ghaziabad's inaugural automatic driving centre is now open in Guldhar. Featuring simulators, 56 cameras, and automated tests, it aims to improve driver skills and reduce road accidents. Read more.
Palasa Court fines 10 drunk drivers Rs 10,000 each
A court in Srikakulam's Palasa imposes hefty fines on traffic violators for drunk driving. Police report 30 jail sentences this year. Read about the crackdown on public nuisance.
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.
Drunk techie kills valet in Pune, arrested
A 50-year-old IT employee, drunk during afternoon, rammed his car into a parking attendant in Kalyaninagar, Pune. The incident occurred just 100m from May's Porsche crash site. Read full details.
552 Drunk Drivers Apprehended in Hyderabad
Hyderabad police nabbed 552 motorists for drunk driving over the weekend. Shocking data reveals 10 drivers had extreme BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml. Read the full report.
Odisha's New Road Safety Initiatives for Young Drivers
Odisha transport department launches student driving monitoring program and expands traffic warden scheme to 6 districts with Rs 50 lakh budget to enhance road safety across the state.
HC: Driving Licence Valid 30 Days After Expiry, Covers Accidents
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules driving licences remain valid for 30 days after expiry. Accident on grace period's final day is covered by insurance. Read key details.
UAE Driving License Rules: 52 Countries Eligible
UAE's new driving license system allows visitors from 52 countries to drive with home licenses. Residents can exchange licenses without tests. Complete guide to the Markhoos initiative.
Drunk Driver Attacks Kolkata Traffic Police Sergeant
A Kolkata traffic sergeant narrowly escaped death when a drunk truck driver tried to run him over on Diamond Harbour Road. Read about the shocking incident and subsequent arrest.
One Nation One Card Launch in Mysuru on Dec 1
Mysuru launches the One Nation One Card initiative on Dec 1, featuring QR codes on RCs & licences. Minister Ramalinga Reddy announces online services & Rs 648 crore revenue. Read more!
46 seized vehicles form 'DRIVE SAFE' message by police
Sivaganga police used 46 seized vehicles to create a striking 'DRIVE SAFE' formation. 96 arrested for rash driving during festivities. A powerful road safety reminder.
Gurgaon Boosts Winter Road Safety Amid 377 Deaths
Gurgaon traffic police install 25 crash tyre barricades and reflective tapes on 300 vehicles to combat winter fog dangers after 900 accidents and 377 deaths this year. Drive safe!
Delhi hit-and-run: 20-year-old held, drove without licence
Sumit Kumar, 20, arrested for Moti Nagar hit-and-run that killed two pedestrians. Accused drove without valid licence, vehicle owner also charged. Full details.
Student held for fatal hit-and-run in Delhi's Moti Nagar
A 20-year-old student from Sonipat arrested for a hit-and-run in Moti Nagar that killed a painter and a vendor. The accused, son of a retired Army officer, was driving without a licence.
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