VEHICLE ACCIDENT
In India, road accidents claim 19 lives every hour. Can AI make driving safer?
Startups are using AI tools to analyse driver behaviour in an effort to make the operations of fleet operators easier.
John Force health update: Can NHRA drag racing legend survive another life-threatening scare?
John Force has been put into neurological intensive care unit (ICU). However, In 2007, at age 58, Force was seriously injured in a racing crash in Ennis, Texas.
Seven dead, three injured as two vehicles collide on Samruddhi Expressway
An accident on the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway led to casualties from Mumbai and Buldhana district. Victims were treated at hospitals, and the Samruddhi Highway's phase connecting Nagpur to Shirdi was inaugurated in December 2022.
Man killed as speeding car hits motorbike in Pune; NCP MLA's nephew held
A 19-year-old man was killed in a collision after a car, allegedly driven by the nephew of an NCP MLA, struck his motorbike on a highway in Maharashtra's Pune district. The incident occurred on a Saturday, and police noted that the car was speeding on the wrong side of the road. The accused, Mayur Mohite, was arrested.
Pune Porsche case: Is it not confinement if juvenile is kept in custody after bail, asks HC
The bench also questioned the police under what provision of law, the order granting bail to the minor accused in the Porsche accident case was amended and how he has been kept in "confinement".
Kanchanjunga Express passengers ordeal end as train reaches Sealdah
The hapless passengers, who went through the ordeal and horror of the accident, were provided with medical facilities, food and water at various stations, including Malda town and also at Sealdah during the journey, an ER official said.
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12 killed, 14 injured as tempo traveller carrying tourists falls into Alaknanda river in Uttarakhand
Ten tourists were killed and 13 injured in a tragic accident on the Badrinath national highway in Uttarakhand. The victims were on their way to visit Chopta when the tempo traveller they were in skidded off the road and fell into the Alaknanda river. Most of the passengers were from Delhi. Seven seriously injured individuals were airlifted to AIIMS, Rishikesh, while six others are receiving treatment at Rudraprayag district hospital.
Uttarakhand accident: Victim at AIIMS succumbs to injuries, toll rises to 15
A person injured in the tempo traveller accident in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag succumbed to his injuries, taking the toll to 15, while the condition of four of the 11 injured is still critical, officials said on Sunday. A person who was brought to AIIMS, Rishikesh by air ambulance after the accident on Saturday died late at night, trauma surgeon Ruby Kataria said.
Five killed, 20 injured as tractor-trolley carrying devotees overturns in Madhya Pradesh
Four individuals, including two girls and two women, were killed, and 20 others were injured when a tractor-trolley carrying devotees overturned in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district early Friday. The accident occurred around 4:30 am near Maithana Pali as the group was traveling to the Ratangarh Mata shrine. The vehicle veered off the road, overturned, and fell 15 feet into a culvert. The cause of the accident is still unknown.
Why negligent parents have bigger responsibility in juvenile crimes
While the juvenile involved in the Porsche crash in Pune must undoubtedly face the consequences for his actions, the primary burden of responsibility should rest upon adults
Rajasthan leader of Opposition and Congress leader Tika Ram Jully injured in road accident
Rajasthan's Opposition leader Tika Ram Jully injured in road accident after collision with Nilgai near Bhandarej on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, taken to Dausa District Hospital for treatment.
This city tops list with most number of deadliest car accidents in US: Report
Memphis, a city in the state of Tennessee, has recorded the greatest number of car crashes in the US for the year 2022. In the list of top 10 cities with the most number of car accidents, 3 cities belong to the state of Florida.
Jammu bus accident: 6 transport department officials suspended
Six transport department officials in Jammu and Kashmir were suspended for negligence after a tragic bus accident killed 22 and injured 64 on the Jammu-Poonch highway. The bus, carrying devotees to a shrine, plunged into a gorge due to the driver losing control at a blind curve. A high-level probe has been initiated. Authorities are providing support to victims and their families.
Reliance General Insurance's new accident policy covers EMI, loan liabilities
Reliance General Insurance has introduced a new accident policy, Reliance Personal Accident 360Shield, offering coverage for an individual's financial liabilities, hospitalisation expenses, and aftercare needs in case of an incident. The policy aims to provide 360-degree protection to individuals and families from the impact of personal accidents. The policy includes legal assistance and worldwide coverage.
No need for speed: Luxury cars' involvement in accidents spur worries
Speeding luxury cars have caused several fatal accidents across India, highlighting the dangers of reckless driving. Recent incidents in Pune, Noida, and Bengaluru involved high-end vehicles like Porsche, BMW, and Audi, resulting in deaths and injuries. The rise in road accidents underscores the need for stricter licensing regulations and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Car in convoy of Brij Bhushan's son mows down 2 bike-borne youths in UP's Gonda
An escort vehicle in the convoy of BJP's Kaiserganj Lok Sabha candidate, Karan Bhushan Singh, collided with a motorcycle in Gonda's Colonelganj area, resulting in the death of two youths and injuring a woman. Singh, the son of Kaiserganj MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who faces sexual harassment charges, was part of the convoy. The driver of the vehicle was arrested, and an FIR was registered against him. The accident occurred when the driver tried to catch up with the convoy after being delayed at a railway crossing.
Soon, highways and city roads may have dedicated lanes for two-wheelers
The Ministry of Road Transport plans to introduce dedicated lanes for two-wheelers on state highways and urban roads, aiming to reduce accidents. With 44% of Indian road crashes involving two-wheelers and 17% involving pedestrians, the initiative targets Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs). It draws inspiration from Malaysia's approach and proposes integrating road safety into school curriculums.
10.46 lakh motor accident claims worth Rs 80,455 crore pending nationwide: RTI
The details have been provided by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in response to the query filed by Supreme Court advocate K C Jain in April.
Pune car accident case: Relative of juvenile heckles media persons
The grandfather of the 17-year-old involved in the fatal Porsche Taycan crash in Pune recorded his statement with the city crime branch. A video of a juvenile relative heckling media persons has gone viral online.
Pune Porsche accident: Juvenile Court cancels bail of teenager involved in car crash, sends him to Rehabilitation Home
Pune juvenile court cancels bail of 17-year-old accused who caused the death of 2 techies. Accused remanded to a Rehabilitation home till June 5 amid public outcry. Bail conditions include community service, reflective essay, psychiatric counselling, seeking doctor's help to quit drinking, and father of the accused sent to 2-day police custody.
Pune Porsche accident: 'Why not ask truck and bus drivers to write essay': Rahul Gandhi to PM Modi
Reacting to the recent accident in Pune which claimed two lives, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remarked on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is fostering a divided India, where justice itself seems to be contingent upon wealth. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday expressed shock and surprise over the Juvenile Justice Board taking a lenient view of the Pune car crash involving a minor boy who fatally knocked down two motorbike-borne IT professionals with his speeding luxury vehicle.
Pune Accident: 2 bike riders killed by speeding Porsche driven by builder's juvenile son; Bystanders thrash driver, video goes viral
Pune Accident (Google Trends): In a tragic Pune accident, two bike riders lost their lives when a speeding luxury Porsche, reportedly driven by the son of construction company owner Vishal Agarwal, collided with their motorcycle. The incident occurred around 3.15 am in Kalyani Nagar. A viral video showed bystanders assaulting the driver, who was later handed over to the police. Authorities are investigating the case.
How to check car detail by number plate or RC number?
Checking vehicle owner details using a vehicle’s number plate is crucial in various situations, such as hit-and-run accidents or buying a second-hand vehicle. On the Parivahan website, you can easily access this information by entering the vehicle registration number. This service provides details about the owner, registration date, make and model, fuel type, road tax, insurance, and more.
15 persons killed as mini goods vehicle plunges into gorge in Chhattisgarh's Kabirdham
A tragic accident occurred in Chhattisgarh's Kabirdham district, claiming the lives of 14 women and one man, with eight others sustaining injuries. The incident took place when a mini goods vehicle, transporting the victims who were returning from plucking tendu leaves in a forest, veered off the road and fell into a gorge near Bahpani village. The police launched a rescue operation upon receiving the alert and are shifting the injured individuals to the hospital for treatment.
Chhattisgarh: 8 killed, 23 injured as goods vehicle collides with truck in Bemetara district
Five women and three children died in a road accident in Chhattisgarh's Bemetara district. The collision occurred between a goods vehicle and a truck while they were returning from a family function.
Bus accident in Odisha leaves five dead, many injured as vehicle falls from flyover
A bus carrying around 47 passengers from Puri to West Bengal met with a tragic accident in Odisha's Jajpur district. The bus fell from a flyover, resulting in five deaths and several injuries. Authorities, including Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, have expressed condolences and initiated relief efforts. The incident is under investigation for further details.
Toyota Innova's airbag failed to open in an accident, car owner to get Rs 32.07 lakh or a new vehicle, orders NCDRC
Toyota Innova car: Airbags are an important safety feature and protect the car's occupants in the event of an accident. However an Toyota Innova car's airbags did not open in an accident and this resulted in the occupants of the car suffering injuries. Read here to know more about the case and how Toyota was proved to have sold a defective Innova.
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