ROAD SAFETY AWARENESS
All breath analysers must be verified before sale or use: Consumer Affairs Department
New draft rules aim to ensure accurate and standardized breath analysers for reliable enforcement actions, promoting public trust and enhancing workplace alcohol testing. The focus is on safeguarding public welfare through stringent standards and reliable measurement instruments.
How Cyberabad Police are using memes, videos to promote road safety
Cyberabad Police and Mumbai Traffic Police effectively use humor and strict enforcement to address wrong-way driving, emphasizing consequences and traffic law compliance for road safety.
Heatwave continues in Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi Adityanath issues guidelines for administration
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued guidelines to his administration to address the severe heatwave conditions in the state. He emphasised the need for safety measures for people, livestock, and wildlife. Instructions included issuing daily weather bulletins, preventing power cuts, ensuring drinking water availability, maintaining cleanliness, and implementing heat-wave action plans in zoological parks. Special attention was urged for religious places and livestock welfare amid the scorching heat. He also instructed to prioritise immediate medical treatment for those affected.
ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2024: Steering a smarter, safer, and sustainable supply chain by accelerating safety tech in logistics
The ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2024 gears up for its third roundtable, focusing on ‘Enhancing Safety Standards in Modern Logistics and Supply Chain.’ This session will put intelligent AI solutions in the spotlight, showcasing how they can revolutionise safe practices within the ever-evolving logistics landscape. By prioritising both road and fleet safety, the forum aims to create a more secure and efficient supply chain ecosystem.
Efkon-Strabag join hands with leading IITs
Efkon-Strabag, a prominent provider of smart infrastructure solutions in India, has formed partnerships with renowned institutions including IIT Bombay, IIT Mandi, and IIT Roorkee to spearhead advancements in transportation systems, landslide management, and road safety awareness. Collaborating with IIT Bombay, the focus is on enhancing knowledge management, joint projects, and engagement activities, with an emphasis on innovation in transportation systems through research on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and skill-building programs for students.
Pavitra Jayaram death: Kannada TV actress, known for 'Trinayani,' passes away due to tragic car crash
Pavitra Jayaram, known for her role in 'Trinayani,' tragically passed away in a fatal road accident near Mehbooba Nagar in Andhra Pradesh. The accident claimed her life instantly, leaving her family and driver injured. Pavitra's vibrant performances in Kannada and Telugu serials earned her immense popularity and deep mourning from fans and colleagues. Her legacy as a gifted actress and a kind-hearted individual continues to resonate, as tributes pour in across social media.
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SC asks Maharashtra govt to 'forthwith' conduct safety audit of Bombay High Court building
The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to audit the Bombay High Court building and expedite drawings for a new high court in Mumbai. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud stressed the need for prompt government action and highlighted the issue of staff relocation.
ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum: Experts spotlight strategies for elevating employee well-being and operational efficiency in transportation
Global road fatalities dropped by 5%, but India saw a 15% rise. The ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum discussed safety culture and technology's role in employee transportation. Leaders emphasized driver safety, tech integration, and collaborative efforts for a safer future.
Directorate of Education has zero-tolerance policy, doing best to deal with bomb threats to schools, Delhi HC told
The Directorate of Education ensures strict implementation of safety guidelines in schools, responding to concerns raised in a petition regarding bomb threats. They follow a zero-tolerance policy, conducting safety walks, mock drills, and emphasizing the importance of student safety.
China trying to undermine Tibet's identity, want to make world aware about it: Tibetan girl who was jailed for protesting
In June last year, the girl, Namkyi, arrived in India weeks after entering Nepal following a 10-day arduous journey on foot with a "firm" resolve to make people across the world aware about 'Chinese repression' in Tibet, according to her account. Namkyi, now 24, says she is currently studying at 'Sherab Gatsel Ling', an educational institution run by the Tibetan government-in-exile in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala.
Workplace injury reports show slight rise among top 1,000 listed companies
According to recent data from Prime Database, shared exclusively with ET, 268 companies reported 5,244 work-related injuries to white-collar employees in 2022-23, compared to 392 companies reporting 9,867 injuries to blue-collar workers during the financial year.
Stunts for clicks: How reckless Delhi Instagrammers are flouting laws and common sense for likes & followers
Delhi's Instagram influencers are taking dangerous risks for online fame, flouting laws and risking lives for likes. Police crackdowns are increasing, with fines and arrests on the rise. Experts note the allure of glamour and urge stricter measures. Public vigilance is growing, leading to more reporting and consequences. Influencers must prioritize safety over sensationalism in their quest for social media stardom.
Avtar Saini, ex-Intel chief, dies while cycling: What to keep in mind when cycling on road. 10 safety tips that can save your life
Former Intel India head Avtar Saini, renowned for his contributions to designing the Intel Pentium processor, tragically dies in a cycling accident on Palm Beach Road, Nerul, Navi Mumbai. Hit by a cab, despite wearing a helmet, Saini succumbed to severe injuries. The driver attempted to flee but was caught. The incident sparks discussions on cycling safety, emphasizing helmet use, visibility, traffic rules adherence, vigilance, safe routes, bike maintenance, and emergency preparedness.
'Zero fatality corridor': Crash deaths down by 58.3% on Mumbai-Pune E-way since 2016, says report
Since the launch of the "zero fatality corridor" initiative for the Mumbai-Pune Expressway (MPEW) in 2016, there has been a marked decline in road crash deaths, stated the report on the project, a joint effort of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), the Maharashtra Highway Police (HSP), the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Department and the SaveLIFE Foundation.
The “zero fatality corridor" that cut road fatalities on Mumbai-Pune Expressway by half
A report highlights the success of the "zero fatality corridor" initiative on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, revealing a 58.3% reduction in road crash fatalities since 2016 and a 32% decrease since 2022. The initiative, a collaboration between various agencies, focuses on the 5Es of Road Safety: Enactment, Engineering, Enforcement, Emergency Care, and Engagement.
Navigating Safer Roads: AI and Technology Transforming Fleet Safety in the Oil and Gas Sector
Discover insights from the ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2023, where industry leaders discussed AI-driven solutions, legislation, and need for education to elevate road safety in the oil and gas sector.
Road Ministry to award projects on quality-cum-cost basis: Nitin Gadkari
Addressing a conference on road safety, Gadkari said the ministry will do away with the process of giving contracts to the lowest bidder and instead go for a quality and cost based selection process (QCBS). The move is aimed at improving the quality of road construction and enhancing safety.
Road ministry to come up with cashless treatment for accident victims
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is actively working to achieve its goal of halving the number of deaths and injuries from road accidents by 2030. In line with this objective, the ministry aims to address the remaining 5000 black spots on national highways by May 2025. The other plans include a cashless treatment scheme for accident victims.
Govt aims to reduce road accident deaths by 50% by 2030: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Road safety is the government's top priority, with the aim of reducing accident deaths by 50% by 2030. The increase in road accidents and deaths leads to a socio-economic loss of 3.14% to GDP. 60% of deaths occur in the young age group of 18 to 35 years. The minister emphasizes the importance of changing social behavior and strengthening the '4Es of road safety' - engineering, enforcement, education, and emergency medical service.
SC asks Centre to consider enhancing compensation in hit-and-run accidents
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to consider enhancing compensation amounts in hit-and-run accidents. The Motor Vehicles (MV) Act provides a compensation of Rs 2 lakh for death and Rs 50,000 for grievous injury, but the court wants the government to review and possibly increase these amounts annually. The court also instructed the police to inform the victims' families about the compensation scheme.
You could be jailed for letting your kid drive scooter or car in UP
The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented a ban on individuals below the age of 18 from driving scooters and cars. Parents who permit their children to drive will face penalties. Strict measures will be enforced in secondary schools to raise awareness and educate students on road safety. Each school will establish a road safety club with a student appointed as the Road Safety Captain. Designated teachers will receive training, and guidelines have been issued by the Transport Commissioner.
'New hit-and-run law devised to alert vehicle drivers, ensure safety of passengers,' MoS Road Transport VK Singh
Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways after the nationwide protest said that the new laws have been made to alert the vehicle drivers and for the safety of the passengers. "Passengers should not face problems. The new law has been devised to help the passengers. Earlier drivers used to run away, now a new law has been made to alert the drivers and for the safety of the passengers," VK Singh said.
Bengaluru techies, follow traffic rules or your firm will be notified about your violations
According to traffic police, in a bid to raise awareness about road safety and traffic rules, the east division of Bengaluru Traffic Police this week started a unique drive on a pilot basis along the city's Information Technology corridor covering the Outer Ring Road and Whitefield.
ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2023: Promoting the Path to Global Road-Safety Standards with AI and Advanced Technology
In a significant effort to address the escalating road accidents and fatalities in India, the Economic Times, supported by Netradyne, a global leader in vision-based driver safety and management solutions presents the third edition of the ET Road Safety & Safer Mobility Forum 2023
Centre plans to introduce cashless treatment of accident victims across India, says MoRTH Secy
"Free and cashless medical treatment to accident-injured victims is part of the amended Motor Vehicle Act 2019 (MVA2019). Some states have implemented it but now the Ministry of Roads in league with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will be fully implementing it across the nation," Road Transport and Highways Secretary Anurag Jain said.
India committed to achieving global road safety targets set in Stockholm Declaration: Nitin Gadkari
Gadkari, while addressing the ministerial session focusing on road safety at the 27th World Road Congress in Prague, Czech Republic, emphasized on adopting a holistic approach to minimise road crashes and fatalities by stakeholders at all levels. The road transport and highways minister reiterated the country's special focus on spreading awareness to effect behavioral change and ensuring flawless enforcement of rules.
Netradyne’s ultratech road safety solutions for Indian fleet owners, Make in India dynamics and more
As India is transitioning to sustainable and inclusive mobility, safe mobility has emerged as a top priority, given the country’s record number of road fatalities. Here, David Julian, the CTO at Netradyne, takes us on a tech-powered track paving the way for next-generation safe mobility solutions in India through vision-based technology ‘Driver•i’ and other innovations.
Maharashtra govt's road safety corpus is Rs 823 cr but actual spend just Rs 65 cr: Data
Acting on the directives of the Supreme Court-appointed committee on Road Safety, the state government announced to set up RSF to raise the corpus by levying a cess collected at the time of vehicle buying and a high-power committee for monitoring the fund in September 2016.
Maruti Suzuki India working on various initiatives to make roads safer: Company official
As part of the initiative, Maruti Suzuki's automated driving test track at Lado Sarai was inaugurated by Delhi Government Principal Secretary for Transport Ashish Kundra on Friday.
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