Ranchi's 88-point traffic marking drive for safer roads
Ranchi Municipal Corporation paints zebra crossings & parking zones at 88 locations to streamline traffic and enhance pedestrian safety. Read about the new city initiative.
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Mumbai Local Train Deaths Dip in 2025, Over 2,200 Lives Lost
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
Lucknow Drive to Clear 20 Traffic Choke Points Begins
Lucknow police launch a phased drive to clear encroachments from 20 key crossings. The action follows January 1 traffic chaos caused by temple visits. Read about the plan and affected areas.
Kanpur's Anwarganj Elevated Rail Track Gets Rs 35.87 Crore Funds
Kanpur's Anwarganj elevated railway track project receives Rs 35.87 crore for land acquisition. The 17-km track aims to eliminate 18 level crossings, easing traffic for 50 lakh citizens by 2027. Read more.
Two arrested with 20 bags of banned Chinese kite string
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
Mumbai Railways: 6 Daily Deaths Despite 7% Drop in Fatalities
Mumbai's suburban railways saw over 6 daily deaths in 2025, with 2,287 fatalities. Track crossing remains the top killer. Activists blame unchecked development and lack of transport alternatives. Read the full report.
Angelina Jolie at Rafah as Israel Suspends Gaza Aid Groups
Angelina Jolie visits Rafah Crossing, highlights Gaza's catastrophic aid crisis as Israel suspends groups. Winter storms kill 20, worsen humanitarian disaster. Read more.
Chinese military activity around Taiwan continues
Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft and naval vessels near its waters as tensions persist. One aircraft crossed the median line, raising regional concerns. Read the latest updates.
Angelina Jolie at Rafah Crossing, Meets Aid Workers
Hollywood star Angelina Jolie visited Egypt's Rafah border with Gaza, meeting Red Crescent volunteers and discussing blocked humanitarian aid. Read about the ongoing crisis.
Doctor's Warning: Camphor Looks Like Sugar, Can Harm Kids
A paediatrician shares two alarming cases of children eating camphor, thinking it's sugar. Learn why this common household item is dangerous for a child's brain and how to prevent it.
Turbat Protests Over Pak-Iran Border Trade Shutdown
Residents of Turbat, Pakistan, protest the indefinite closure of the Pak-Iran border crossing, demanding the restoration of trade vital for local economy and livelihoods.
Kolkata's Ruby Skywalk Project Gets New Hope
Kolkata's long-delayed Ruby crossing skywalk could see construction start this year, with RVNL likely to fund it. The aerial pathway will connect to the Hemanta Mukhopadhyay Metro station.
Buxar's Incomplete Overbridge Sparks Daily Traffic Chaos
An unfinished railway overbridge in Buxar's Itadhi area has led to severe daily traffic jams for three years, disrupting school commutes and daily life. Locals blame administrative apathy.
Moradabad: Sisters Run Over by Train, Killed on Spot
Two teenage sisters from Beejna village died after being hit by a passenger train while crossing tracks to pluck bathua. Police are investigating the tragic accident. Read more for details.
Walking in Indian Cities: A Daily Risk to Life
Unsafe footpaths with open manholes and debris force pedestrians onto roads, doubling fatalities in 6 years. This urban governance failure shows how India values human life. Read more.
Ukrainians Brave Ice, Rivers To Flee War Mobilisation
As the Ukraine war enters its fourth year, desperate men risk death crossing frozen borders to escape mobilisation. Read about the silent exodus and war fatigue.
New FOB in Bhandup to Improve Pedestrian Connectivity
A new Foot Over Bridge in Mumbai's Bhandup suburb promises safer, quicker east-west crossings over busy railway lines, reducing congestion and detours for daily commuters. Discover the key features and impact.
Mumbai's Pedestrian Crisis: Empty Promises Before BMC Polls
With 51% of trips made on foot, Mumbai's crumbling footpaths and encroachments force walkers onto dangerous roads. As BMC elections approach, citizens demand real action, not just promises, to fix the city's walkability crisis.
Teen Drowns in Pond During Instagram Reel Filming
A 19-year-old man, Dev Tiwari, drowned in a pond in Ghatera village, Vidisha, while attempting to film an Instagram reel. Three friends were rescued. Tragic incident highlights dangers of social media challenges.
Two die from charcoal heater suffocation in Nawada village
A tragic incident in Nawada's Triloki Bigha village claims two lives due to suffocation from a 'borsi' charcoal heater. Three other family members are critically ill. Read the full report on this winter hazard.
Dhaka Murder Suspects Enter India via Meghalaya
Bangladesh Police claim two key suspects in Osman Hadi's murder crossed into India through the Haluaghat border. Authorities are coordinating for their arrest and extradition. Read the full details.
19 Haitian Migrants Arrested in Quebec After Illegal Border Crossing
Nineteen Haitian migrants, including children, were arrested in Quebec after crossing from the US on foot in extreme cold. Several treated for frostbite. Read about the asylum claims and the ongoing debate.
7 Survival Instincts Your Body Activates in Danger
Discover the 7 incredible, research-backed ways your body rewires itself during a life-threatening crisis, from time distortion to pain shutdown. Learn the science of survival.
Gas Geyser Danger: Carbon Monoxide Risk in Winter Showers
A neurologist's warning after two patients were found unconscious post hot shower. The silent threat is carbon monoxide from gas geysers. Know the symptoms and safety steps.
January 2026 Gaming Lineup: Code Violet, Animal Crossing & More
January 2026 is packed with major game releases for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2. Get details on Code Violet, Animal Crossing, and other anticipated titles. Plan your gaming calendar now!
5 killed in Shahjahanpur train accident at railway crossing
Five people died after a passenger train hit their vehicle at an unmanned crossing in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur. Details on the tragic accident and ongoing investigation.
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.
Punjabi Youth Arrested by Pakistan Rangers, Parents Seek Help
Parents of Sharandeep Singh, a youth from Jalandhar arrested in Pakistan, appeal to the Indian government for his repatriation. He went missing on November 2.
5 killed in train-bike crash at unmanned crossing in UP
A family of five, including two children, died after a freight train rammed their motorcycle at an unmanned railway crossing near Roza Junction. Read the full report on the tragic accident.
7 Bangladeshis Caught Crossing Assam Border, Deported
A group of seven Bangladeshi nationals was caught entering Assam's Sribhumi district. The incident highlights border security concerns. Read details on the arrest and deportation.
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