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'Road Accidents Killed More People Than Any War': Nitin Gadkari In Parliament
The number of people killed in road accidents in India is more than casualties in a war or the Covid pandemic, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said in parliament today.
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10 Safest Hill Stations In India For Solo Women Travellers
Before choosing a destination, safety planning matters just as much as packing. These three basic habits shape most smooth solo hill journeys.
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Government Proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0 With Stricter Norms
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0, tightening crash rules with five-pillar ratings for clearer, comprehensive vehicle safety.
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India Records 4.8 Lakh Road Accidents In 2023; Tamil Nadu Tops List
India recorded over 4.8 lakh claiming about 1.72 lakh lives lost. Among the states, Tamil Nadu recorded the highest number of road accidents on National Highways in 2023
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UP Government Begins 'No Helmet No Fuel' Campaign: Check Dates, Rules, And More
UP Government rolls out 'No Helmet, No Fuel' drive to boost road safety awareness. Check out the details now.
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US States Rethink Practice Of Setting Speed Limits Based On How Fast Drivers Travel
Rose Hammond pushed authorities for years to lower the 55 mph speed limit on a two-lane road that passes her assisted living community, a church, two schools and a busy park that hosts numerous youth sports leagues.
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Ajit Pawar Writes To Nitin Gadkari, Wants 3 Key National Highways Widened To Ease Pune Traffic
In a move aimed at tackling the growing traffic congestion in and around Pune, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has written to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
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Traffic Violations To Earn Negative Points On Driving Licence
The road transport ministry plans to introduce a 'merit and demerit' system for driver's licenses. Check out the full story to learn more
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Fadnavis Asks Transport Department To Use AI For Road Safety Measures
The Maharashtra government has signed an agreement with Google, and the CM has asked the transport department to increase the use of AI to strengthen the sector's security and sustainability, using the agreement.
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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Set To Open In January 2025, Reducing Travel Time To 2.5 Hours
The 212 km expressway includes advanced features such as a wildlife corridor and improved safety measures.
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Bharat NCAP: All You Need To Know About India's New Safety Rating System
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways rolled out a new safety rating system for passenger cars on Tuesday. It will come into effect from October 1.
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India's Own Vehicle Safety Protocol Launch Expected On Oct 1: 5 Points
India may soon have its own star rating for car safety, called BNCAP. The Ministry of Road Transport has finalised the policy and plans to implement it from October 1, as per 'Times of India'.
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Government Spending Rs 40,000 Crore To Remove 'Black Spot' On Roads: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has said the government is spending about Rs 40,000 crore for removing "black spots" on roads.
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Government Provides More Time to Battery Manufacturers to Comply With Additional Safety Norms
The government has deferred the implementation of additional provisions in the battery safety standards, which were to begin from October 1, to give manufacturers more time to comply with new norms, according to an official statement. The statement said now additional provisions in the battery safety standards will be implemented in two phases — ...
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Britain Sets Out Roadmap for Self Driving Vehicle Usage by 2025, Announces Plans for New Laws, Funding
Britain said on Friday it wanted a widespread rollout of self-driving vehicles on roads by 2025, announcing plans for new laws and GBP 100 million (roughly Rs. 1,000 crore) of funding. The government said it wanted to take advantage of the emerging market for autonomous vehicles, which it valued at 42 billion pounds and estimated could create 38,00...
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'Road Accidents Killed More People Than Any War': Nitin Gadkari In Parliament
The number of people killed in road accidents in India is more than casualties in a war or the Covid pandemic, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said in parliament today.
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10 Safest Hill Stations In India For Solo Women Travellers
Before choosing a destination, safety planning matters just as much as packing. These three basic habits shape most smooth solo hill journeys.
-
Government Proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0 With Stricter Norms
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes Bharat NCAP 2.0, tightening crash rules with five-pillar ratings for clearer, comprehensive vehicle safety.
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India Records 4.8 Lakh Road Accidents In 2023; Tamil Nadu Tops List
India recorded over 4.8 lakh claiming about 1.72 lakh lives lost. Among the states, Tamil Nadu recorded the highest number of road accidents on National Highways in 2023
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UP Government Begins 'No Helmet No Fuel' Campaign: Check Dates, Rules, And More
UP Government rolls out 'No Helmet, No Fuel' drive to boost road safety awareness. Check out the details now.
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US States Rethink Practice Of Setting Speed Limits Based On How Fast Drivers Travel
Rose Hammond pushed authorities for years to lower the 55 mph speed limit on a two-lane road that passes her assisted living community, a church, two schools and a busy park that hosts numerous youth sports leagues.
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Ajit Pawar Writes To Nitin Gadkari, Wants 3 Key National Highways Widened To Ease Pune Traffic
In a move aimed at tackling the growing traffic congestion in and around Pune, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has written to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
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Traffic Violations To Earn Negative Points On Driving Licence
The road transport ministry plans to introduce a 'merit and demerit' system for driver's licenses. Check out the full story to learn more
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Fadnavis Asks Transport Department To Use AI For Road Safety Measures
The Maharashtra government has signed an agreement with Google, and the CM has asked the transport department to increase the use of AI to strengthen the sector's security and sustainability, using the agreement.
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Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Set To Open In January 2025, Reducing Travel Time To 2.5 Hours
The 212 km expressway includes advanced features such as a wildlife corridor and improved safety measures.
-
Bharat NCAP: All You Need To Know About India's New Safety Rating System
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways rolled out a new safety rating system for passenger cars on Tuesday. It will come into effect from October 1.
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India's Own Vehicle Safety Protocol Launch Expected On Oct 1: 5 Points
India may soon have its own star rating for car safety, called BNCAP. The Ministry of Road Transport has finalised the policy and plans to implement it from October 1, as per 'Times of India'.
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Government Spending Rs 40,000 Crore To Remove 'Black Spot' On Roads: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has said the government is spending about Rs 40,000 crore for removing "black spots" on roads.
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Government Provides More Time to Battery Manufacturers to Comply With Additional Safety Norms
The government has deferred the implementation of additional provisions in the battery safety standards, which were to begin from October 1, to give manufacturers more time to comply with new norms, according to an official statement. The statement said now additional provisions in the battery safety standards will be implemented in two phases — ...
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Britain Sets Out Roadmap for Self Driving Vehicle Usage by 2025, Announces Plans for New Laws, Funding
Britain said on Friday it wanted a widespread rollout of self-driving vehicles on roads by 2025, announcing plans for new laws and GBP 100 million (roughly Rs. 1,000 crore) of funding. The government said it wanted to take advantage of the emerging market for autonomous vehicles, which it valued at 42 billion pounds and estimated could create 38,00...
