Road Safety News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Sonu Sood urges people to wear seat belts in powerful road safety message after wife Sonali's road accident
Mumbai, April 7: Bollywood actor Sonu Sood recalled the recent road accident of his wife Sonali to relay an important message which highlights the importance of seat belts for the passengers sitting at the back of the car.
Sonu Sood breaks silence on his wife's accident injury, makes this urgent appeal
Mumbai, April 7: Actor Sonu Sood has broken his silence regarding his wife’s recent injury in a car accident, urging everyone to prioritize safety on the roads.
All students safe after school bus falls into drain in Ferozepur
Ferozepur, April 5: All students travelling in a private school bus that fell into a drain near Arman Pura village in Punjab's Ferozepur district on Saturday morning are safe and did not suffer any serious injuries, said SSP Ferozepur Bhupendra Singh.
Haryana signs pact with IIT-Madras for data-driven road safety interventions
Chandigarh, April 3: The Haryana government on Thursday announced to extend its collaboration with IIT-Madras by signing a two-year pact for data-driven road safety interventions.
Vadodara Traffic Police to seek assistance from ex-army personnel for better traffic management
Vadodara, March 30: Vadodara's growing traffic congestion has become a concern, prompting the city's Traffic Department to explore innovative solutions.
Amitabh Bachchan reveals 'preparations' for 'KBC' next season 'have begun'
Mumbai, March 30: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that the preparations for the next season of “Kaun Banega Crorepati” have begun and that the “initial step” is the promo.
Andhra Pradesh: Gas Tanker leak sparks massive fire after collision in Chittoor, one injured
Chittoor, March 29: A major accident was averted on Saturday morning when a gas tanker collided with a container vehicle. The tanker's leak caused a fire near Bodabandla Cross in the Chittoor district.
Centre approves Rs 9,599 crore to maintain National Highways in FY25
New Delhi, March 27: To maintain the vast National Highway (NH) network, the government has approved short-term maintenance contract (STMC) works in 17,884 km length, costing Rs 2,842 crore, and performance-based maintenance contract (PBMC) works in 6,118 km length, costing Rs 6,757 crore, in the current fiscal (FY25), Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, said on Thursday.
They sustained multiple bruises, condition stable: Nagpur Hospital on Sonu Sood's wife, family members
Nagpur, March 25: Actor Sonu Sood's wife Sonali is being treated at Max Hospital in Nagpur following a road accident
Amitabh Bachchan joins hands with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to save lives
Mumbai, March 24: In a bid to promote road safety and save lives, megastar Amitabh Bachchan has partnered with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
NHAI, Amrita Hospital to train ambulance personnel to prevent road fatalities
New Delhi, March 24: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amrita Hospital to train ambulance workers to prevent road fatalities.
Every life matters and road accidents must be reduced, says MoS Anupriya Patel
New Delhi, March 24: Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare Anupriya Patel on Sunday emphasized the need for collective efforts to curb road accidents. She underscored that road accidents are not just statistics but impact lives, calling for joint action from citizens, policymakers, and other stakeholders alongside government initiatives.
Road safety a top priority, PM Modi urges discipline: Ram Mohan Naidu at Parliamentarians Car Rally
New Delhi, March 23: At the Parliamentarians Car Rally 2025, organised by the Constitution Club of India, Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu emphasised the importance of road safety.
Road safety is very important: Kiren Rijiju flags off Parliamentarians car rally
New Delhi, March 23: Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Sunday emphasised the critical importance of road safety for all citizens at the Parliamentarians Car Rally 2025, held at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi.
India faces highest road accidents globally, a matter of concern: Kiren Rijiju
New Delhi, March 23: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday, emphasized the critical importance of road safety, stating that it is a vital concern for every citizen.
Bihar Diwas 2025 showcases education, innovation & cultural programs on Day 1 at Patna's Gandhi Maidan
Patna, March 23: Bihar Diwas 2025 began with much fanfare at Patna's Gandhi Maidan on Saturday, as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar officially inaugurated the five-day celebration.
Odisha Cabinet gives nod to State Road Policy-2025
Bhubaneswar, March 21: The Odisha Cabinet has approved the ‘Odisha State Road Policy, 2025’ to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of road networks across the state.
Australia falling behind in vehicle safety, experts warn
Sydney, March 20: Australia, once a global leader in vehicle safety, is now lagging behind Europe in adopting life-saving technologies, experts warn.
School bus collides with truck on Jodhpur-Jaisalmer highway, 8 students injured
Jaipur, March 19: At least eight students were injured when the school bus they were travelling in met with an accident on the Jodhpur-Jaisalmer National Highway on Wednesday.
Ahmedabad-Rajkot NH six-lane expansion nears completion with 98 pc work done
Gandhinagar, March 17: In a statement made in the Assembly on Monday, Minister of State for Cooperation, Jagdish Vishwakarma, announced that the Gujarat government will invest ₹3,350 crore to expand the Ahmedabad-Rajkot National Highway into a six-lane one.
South African President mourns bus crash victims as death toll hits 16
Johannesburg, March 12: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his deep condolences to the bereaved families after a tragic bus crash in the country's northeastern province of Gauteng claimed 16 lives.
Eight killed in truck-SUV collision in MP's Sidhi, CM Mohan Yadav announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia
Bhopal, March 10: At least eight people were killed and 13 others severely injured in a head-on collision between a truck and a sports utility vehicle (SUV) during the early hours on Monday under the City Kotwali area of Sidhi in Madhya Pradesh.
Seven injured as vehicle plunges down slope in J-K's Doda
Doda, March 8: Seven people were injured after a vehicle they were travelling in veered off the road and plunged down a slope near Fafri in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Saturday, officials said.
DPIIT and Mercedes-Benz India sign MoU to boost manufacturing, road safety, and sustainability
New Delhi, March 7: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Mercedes-Benz India Private Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost manufacturing, road safety and sustainability.
DPIIT, Mercedes join hands to boost startups, innovators
New Delhi, March 7: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Mercedes-Benz India Private Limited on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance India's manufacturing ecosystem, road safety, and environmental sustainability.
Centre aims to reduce road accidents by 50 pc in 2030, next-gen safety must: Gadkari
New Delhi, March 7: There is an immediate need for improved road safety measures to put in place, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has said, urging the road construction industry to develop strategies to enhance road safety by adopting newer technologies and sustainable recyclable construction materials.
My condolences are with the bereaved families: Rajasthan CM expresses grief over Abu Road accident
Jaipur, March 6: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed grief over the Abu Road accident. On his official 'X' handle, the Chief Minister stated that the unfortunate accident is extremely sad and expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlights on immediate need for improved road safety measures
New Delhi, March 6: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday highlighted the immediate need for improved road safety measures to put in place and called upon the road construction industry to develop strategies to enhance road safety by adopting newer technologies and sustainable recyclable construction materials.
We have 100-Day agenda ready: Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh
New Delhi, March 5: Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Wednesday reviewed the overall functioning of the transport department and announced an intensive campaign against unregistered vehicles as part of a broader initiative to clear encroachments from the city's roads, a release said.
Bihar: Four passengers killed due to electrocution in Nawada
Patna, March 5: Four passengers lost their lives in Bihar's Nawada district on Wednesday after coming into contact with a fallen electric wire.
Gurugram: GMDA to boost effective traffic management & road safety
Gurugram, March 5: The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has signed an MoU with Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) and Utkrisht Society for 'Safe Haryana', to further strengthen effective traffic management as well as increase safety on the city roads.
Setu Bharatam Scheme: A milestone in India's road safety and efficiency
New Delhi, March 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government has introduced several transformative initiatives that have led to major changes across various sectors, many of which had been neglected for decades.
37 killed, dozens injured in Bolivia bus crash
Sucre, March 2: At least 37 people lost their lives, and 39 others were injured in a bus crash in Bolivia's Potosi region, Al Jazeera reported, citing police and local officials' statements.
RTA completes Al Rowaiyah Truck Rest Stop expansion
Dubai, February 28: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed Al Rowaiyah Truck Rest Stop expansion, boosting truck parking capacity from 40 to 175 slots, a 338% growth. This step aligns with RTA's commitment to enhancing land freight operations, improving services for heavy vehicle drivers, and increasing road safety across Dubai.
Two missing, 7 rescued after vehicle falls into river in J&K's Poonch
Jammu, Feb 28: At least two persons went missing while seven others were rescued after a passenger vehicle dropped into a river in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.
J-K: 52-year-old woman, son die after boulder falls on their bike in Udhampur
Udhampur, February 28: A 52-year-old woman and her son lost their lives after a boulder fell on them while they were travelling by bike in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district.
Here's why Mrunal Thakur advises against wearing hair 'clutches' while driving
Mumbai, Feb 27: Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur has warned against wearing hair ‘clutches’ while driving, as they can cause discomfort and can also be dangerous.
Four killed in truck-MUV collision in Chhattisgarh's Surguja
Surguja, February 26: At least four people have been killed and six others were injured in a road accident that took place in the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, police said on Wednesday.
Karnataka: 6 Mahakumbh devotees from Belagavi died in road accident, 2 injured
Belagavi, February 24: Six people who were travelling to Prayagraj's Mahakumbh from Gokak, Belagavi district, died in a road accident on Monday in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, according to information given by Belagavi Police.
Bengal dancer dies in accident while escaping drunk youths
Kolkata, Feb 24: In a shocking incident in West Bengal, a dancer-cum-event management professional died early on Monday as her vehicle met with an accident when the driver increased speed and took evasive action in an attempt to save her from drunk youths chasing them.