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Man brags about Thar ‘benefits’ while driving on wrong side, video goes viral

Social media users called users the behaviour reckless and dangerous.

Published on Jan 12, 2026, 5:42 PM IST

IIT Indore develops AI-driven system to improve road safety, ease traffic

IIT Indore develops AI-driven system to improve road safety, ease traffic

Published on Jan 12, 2026, 3:33 PM IST

12-point multi-agency plan rolled out to improve Lucknow traffic

18,000 vehicle registrations suspended over unpaid fines, repeat offences (File Photo)

Published on Jan 11, 2026, 5:02 AM IST

Cars may soon talk to each other as Centre pushes V2V safety technology

Under V2V communication, vehicles will be able to alert drivers about the speed, location, acceleration, braking and movement of other vehicles nearby.

Published on Jan 9, 2026, 12:53 PM IST

Wrong-side driving to land you in jail? Delhi Traffic Police explain details

Delhi Traffic Police personnel check vehicles during a routine enforcement drive as authorities step up action against dangerous wrong-side driving.

Updated on Jan 9, 2026, 11:01 AM IST

Nitin Gadkari introduces new provisions in sleeper buses to prevent accidents

Nitin Gadkari also highlighted the potential of bio-bitumen from agricultural waste, which could reduce pollution and support India's economy.

Updated on Jan 11, 2026, 9:20 AM IST

RTO crackdown leads to drop in bus violations in Pune

Between April and December 2025, the RTO inspected 4,330 contract buses and recovered <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>172.86 lakh, marking a significant drop compared to previous years. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Jan 9, 2026, 3:18 AM IST

Bokaro administration conducts road safety drive

The Bokaro district administration conducted a district-wide road safety drive on Tuesday (HT PHoto)

Published on Jan 7, 2026, 4:00 AM IST

Traffic police gear up for road safety month with repair drive across Gurugram

Campaigns will cover schools, colleges and transport unions, while reflective jackets will be distributed to riders and pedestrians. (HT)

Published on Jan 6, 2026, 7:55 AM IST

Three killed in separate hit-and-run incidents on Sunday

Three killed in separate hit-and-run incidents on Sunday

Published on Jan 6, 2026, 4:14 AM IST

Strict enforcement of traffic rules in Assam brought down fatalities on New Year's Eve: CM

Strict enforcement of traffic rules in Assam brought down fatalities on New Year's Eve: CM

Published on Jan 2, 2026, 7:36 PM IST

Four deaths a day: Inside MMR’s killer roads

According to figures with the state transport department, 1,428 people lost their lives in 5,508 road accidents across the MMR, including Mumbai, from January to November this year. (HT Photo)

Published on Dec 30, 2025, 7:06 AM IST

Ahead of New Year, RTO cracks the whip on drunk driving

Ahead of New Year, RTO cracks the whip on drunk driving

Published on Dec 30, 2025, 3:47 AM IST

Decongestion, road safety measures planned for Shankar Chowk

Pedestrian subway near Udyog Vihar was built as a decongestion measure in Gurugram. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Dec 28, 2025, 3:38 AM IST

UP Police to induct 5K more trained traffic personnel

The drive will involve awareness campaigns, stricter enforcement of traffic rules and coordinated efforts by police, transport departments and other stakeholders. (For Representation)

Updated on Dec 26, 2025, 8:21 PM IST

Foggy days are here again: Delhi, drive safe!

Road safety volunteers mark barricades with reflective tape across NCR to improve visibility amid dense fog.

Published on Dec 26, 2025, 2:56 PM IST

Fog safety, school transport and overloading top agenda in road safety meet in Gurugram

The meeting, held at the mini secretariat, focused on accident prevention (HT Photo)

Published on Dec 26, 2025, 4:10 AM IST

I drive in fog regularly. Should I switch to yellow fog lights or keep white one

Fog lights are mounted low and aimed downward to illuminate the road surface close to the vehicle. (AI Generated Representational Image)

Updated on Dec 25, 2025, 4:22 PM IST

Gurugram to roll out 10 low-noise, low-emission model roads from Jan ’26

Renovation will cover 33 roads and junctions using CAQM norms, with night sweeping, anti-dust measures and improved intersection design. (HT Archive)

Published on Dec 24, 2025, 8:00 AM IST

UCI delegation inspects Pune Grand Challenge preparations

The delegation, led by Jamaluddin Mohammad, a UCI commissioner and technical director from Malaysia, conducted the inspection at midnight, suggesting improvements related to footpaths and road works. (HT)

Published on Dec 24, 2025, 3:00 AM IST

U.P. scales up Sadak Suraksha Mitra, Rah Veer programmes

The twin initiatives, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, focus on promoting road safety awareness, particularly among youth, and ensuring timely medical assistance to accident victims (File)

Published on Dec 23, 2025, 9:05 PM IST

Service roads on Pune-Satara highway upgraded to three lanes

As per information shared by the NHAI, service roads spanning nearly 40 out of the total 120 kilometres (wherever road conditions were poor and land availability permitted expansion) have been widened. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Dec 23, 2025, 6:52 AM IST

"Concerns Remain": Maruti Suzuki Celerio Scores 3 Stars In GNCAP Crash Test

Maruti Suzuki Celerio Crash Test

Updated on Dec 22, 2025, 3:41 PM IST

MCD helpline for strays to be displayed along roads

The move is aimed at improving coordination between road-owning agencies and civic authorities responsible for animal control (HT)

Published on Dec 22, 2025, 4:04 AM IST

Haryana amends municipal advertisement bye-laws, tightens rules for outdoor ads

Urban local body officials said the changes seek to balance revenue generation with public safety and visual order. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Published on Dec 21, 2025, 3:40 AM IST

Pune adds over 1.83 lakh new drivers this year

Vehicles heading towards the suburbs get stuck in traffic jams every evening on this stretch of SV road in Bandra. (HT Photo)

Published on Dec 19, 2025, 8:42 AM IST

DC orders temporary check posts with ambulances on Shoghi-Tara Devi route

Anticipating heavy influx of tourists will arrive in Shimla to celebrate Christmas and New Year, deputy commissioner, Shimla, Anupam Kashyap issued directions to set up temporary checkposts at various locations between Shoghi and Tara Devi during this period, where ambulance facilities will also be available. (HT File)

Published on Dec 19, 2025, 7:06 AM IST

Gurugram: Illegal access points on NH 48 blocked by traffic police

Officials added that many commuters take shortcuts to reach their destination quickly through illegal crossings. (HT)

Published on Dec 19, 2025, 3:38 AM IST

Four killed after XUV rams into truck parked roadside near Rishikesh

Dehradun Senior Superitendent of Police (SSP) Ajai Singh said all four occupants of the SUV died on the spot.

Published on Dec 17, 2025, 8:12 AM IST

NHAI measure: Retro-reflective tapes being pasted on vehicles

A special drive to paste retro-reflective tapes on vehicles passing through toll plazas. (Sourced)

Published on Dec 17, 2025, 5:14 AM IST

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