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traffic regulation news

SC pushes states to enforce safety devices in public transport vehicles

Supreme Court pushes for stricter safety rules in passenger vehicles
Published on May 14, 2026 09:14 am IST

Lucknow: Kamta traffic trial shows morning relief, but evening jams stretch 3 km

Traffic converging from multiple directions leads to congestion at Kamta Tiraha in Lucknow on Monday. (Deepak Gupta/HT)
Published on Apr 28, 2026 03:12 am IST

Noida: Metro commuters left in lurch amid skywalk delay

Commuters said commercial establishments, including restaurants near Sector 51 station, have effectively taken precedence over commuter convenience. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 22, 2026 08:00 am IST

Safety concerns after height barrier on Dadri road collapses

“This is a main road, and thousands of motorists ply on this route. If the barrier collapses onto moving vehicles or pedestrians, it could lead to a serious accident. It needs to be replaced entirely, not just repaired,” said Amit Chauhan, another commuter. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 22, 2026 05:14 am IST

Solapur switches off traffic signals amid heat to cut commuter wait

The decision has been taken as daytime temperatures in Solapur have crossed the 40°C mark. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Mar 11, 2026 05:24 am IST

3,729 Holika Dahan sites identified in Lucknow, over 1300 police, traffic personnel to keep vigil

Police officials holding a meeting ahead of Holi in Lucknow. (SOURCED)
Published on Mar 01, 2026 04:40 am IST

After Hazratganj, Old Lucknow gets taste of U-turn traffic measure

Officials implementing the U-turn traffic measure in Old Lucknow on Saturday. (HT)
Published on Jan 18, 2026 07:24 am IST

Chandigarh police issue traffic advisory ahead of Shah’s visit

The curbs will be in force on Friday and Saturday. (HT File)
Published on Dec 19, 2025 07:24 am IST

Bengaluru to let citizens play ‘traffic cop for a day’ in unique awareness drive

Participants will be selected after reviewing applications.
Published on Nov 07, 2025 02:16 pm IST

Jharkhand minister's son fined after video shows him standing on SUV sunroof

An official in the district transport office (DTO) said the minister's son visited the office on Saturday evening and deposited the fine amount.
Published on Oct 30, 2025 06:45 pm IST

Bengaluru road repair collapses in 48 hours? viral video sparks outrage

The footage shows the patched surface giving way, with water pooling and seepage visible.
Published on Sept 30, 2025 09:14 am IST

Youth killed in road accident at Katraj Chowk

An FIR has been lodged in connection with the death of the youth, said police. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Aug 17, 2025 04:46 am IST

No petrol without helmet from Aug 1 in Indore, legal action warned

Two-wheeler riders without helmets will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps in Indore.
Updated on Jul 30, 2025 06:55 pm IST

Gurugram introduces ‘Traffic Mitra’ volunteers to assist cops

DCP (traffic) Rajesh Kumar Mohan gives certificates to selected city residents for rigorously following traffic rules at Traffic Tower near Galleria Market in Gurugram on Saturday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 20, 2025 06:41 pm IST

Driving licence might get suspended for unpaid challans as govt mulls new rules

The government has proposed a series of new regulations to penalise drivers who don't obey the rules
Updated on Apr 01, 2025 01:42 pm IST

QR codes for e-rickshaws: After 9 months, Lko police’s scheme stillborn

The QR colour code sticker defining the route (HT File Photo)
Published on Sept 18, 2024 10:20 pm IST

PM Modi to visit Kerala today: Check traffic advisories for Thiruvananthapuram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Updated on Feb 27, 2024 07:09 am IST

Traffic cops in Gurugram get new postings via draw of lots

A senior police officer said that several times, those posted in the field have held grudges against their colleagues for being assigned to a location with less traffic flow. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)
Updated on Sept 30, 2023 05:50 am IST

Traffic cops issue advisory for Muharram procession in Delhi

Separate processions will also be carried out in east, north-east, south, south-east, west, and north-west districts, the traffic police said. (Vipin Kumar/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 28, 2023 02:40 am IST

17 fined in Delhi for not wearing seat belts in rear

Representational image.
Published on Sept 14, 2022 10:57 pm IST

Beating Retreat: Traffic curbs in place in Delhi, buses to be diverted too

Indian armed force bands conducts full dress rehearsals for the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk, in New Delhi on Friday.
Published on Jan 29, 2022 09:40 am IST

This new book nook is helping Gurugram cops unwind post work

Gurugram Police personnel can now relax in the company of books at this library.
Updated on Oct 02, 2020 01:04 pm IST

Becoming a responsible driver: From then to now

Through its ‘Be a Road Hero campaign’, Hero MotoCorp is encouraging what constitutes right road behaviour.
Updated on Jan 29, 2021 04:39 pm IST

Why you should buy an insurance for your honeymoon

Honeymoon Holiday Cover is a comprehensive plan that secures you against a range of incidents.
Updated on Dec 13, 2019 01:09 pm IST

The Motor Vehicles Act is a good first step. Now, bring in more reforms | Analysis

The amended law was expected to have a sobering effect on errant drivers, nightmarish traffic in metros and a calming effect on highways. But the states have come up with their usual slogan in the name of the poor, and want to slash the penalty rates, knowing fully well that this will defeat the purpose of the Act, and put lives in jeopardy
Updated on Jul 01, 2020 03:26 am IST

State transport minister writes to Nitin Gadkari; No hefty fines for Maharashtra for some time

Raote’s decision to write a letter to the Centre is also being seen as an attempt to buy some time.
Updated on Sept 12, 2019 02:42 am IST

‘Fines for safety, not revenue; states can make cuts’: Nitin Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari said that states can decide to lower the fines imposed in their jurisdiction.
Updated on Jun 29, 2020 01:06 am IST

Traffic need not be halted for dignitaries, including CM or governor: Madras HC

The Madras high court said exceptions, if at all, could be made only for high-level dignitaries such as the president and prime minister.
Updated on Mar 08, 2018 09:44 am IST