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Drunk teen driving Porsche kills 2, gets bail, asked to write essay

Drunk teen driving Porsche kills 2, gets bail, asked to write essay

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Pune Police on Monday said they will seek a higher court's permission to try as an adult a 17-year-old boy whose car allegedly knocked down and killed two persons in Kalyani Nagar area in Pune.

Car overspeeding, covered 20km in 9 minutes: Police on Cyrus Mistry's accident

Car overspeeding, covered 20km in 9 minutes: Police on Cyrus Mistry's accident

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The car was driven by Mumbai-based gynaecologist Anahita Pandole (55).

Accident: Armymen's kin get Rs 2.52 cr in damages

Accident: Armymen's kin get Rs 2.52 cr in damages

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

A local tribunal has awarded Rs 2.52 crore in claim petitions filed by the representatives of Army personnel killed in road accident at Chambalwas on Jammu-Srinagar National highway, sources said

Four Andhra students killed in road mishap in US

Four Andhra students killed in road mishap in US

Rediff.com22 Mar 2009

Four youth from Andhra Pradesh studying MBBS in ST. Louis died in a ghastly road accident, the reports reaching Hyderabad said. The four were travelling in a car and a police van coming from the wrong side hit their vehicle killing four of the occupants.

Cold wave grips north India; 3 killed in fog-related accidents

Cold wave grips north India; 3 killed in fog-related accidents

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Dense to very dense fog engulfed the Indo-Gangetic plains, including Delhi, for the second morning on the trot on Tuesday, lowering visibility to 50 metres in the city and affecting road traffic and train movement.

Maha Kumbh: Safety advisory issued amid massive crowds

Maha Kumbh: Safety advisory issued amid massive crowds

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Authorities managing the Maha Kumbh in Mahakumbh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh have issued a detailed advisory for the Mauni Amavasya "Amrit Snan" on Wednesday, urging devotees to follow safety protocols and cooperate with officials. With millions of pilgrims expected to participate, extensive arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all attendees. The advisory highlights crowd-management guidelines, health and environmental concerns, and prohibited actions. The Mauni Amavasya is considered auspicious based on the alignment of celestial bodies and attracts the largest number of devotees to the Triveni Sangam.

12 Indians among 17 killed in tragic bus accident in Dubai

12 Indians among 17 killed in tragic bus accident in Dubai

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

Dubai Police authorities said that there are still some unidentified bodies and the number of Indians who died in the accident could rise further.

'Op Eleven' in place for safe Basant Panchmi Snan on Monday

'Op Eleven' in place for safe Basant Panchmi Snan on Monday

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented a special crowd management plan called 'Operation Eleven' for the 'Amrit Snan' on Basant Panchami at Maha Kumbh. The plan, devised under strict instructions from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, ensures a one-way traffic route for devotees and smooth movement on pontoon bridges. The heightened measures are in place following a stampede on Mauni Amavasya that claimed at least 30 lives. 'Operation Eleven' includes measures such as strict enforcement of a one-way route, enhanced security at key locations, crowd control at Tikarmafi Turn, special arrangements at Phaphamau and pontoon bridges, railway station and bus movement regulation, enhanced security at Prayag Junction, crowd management at GT Jawahar and Harshvardhan Chauraha, additional security and traffic control measures, and deployment of extra forces.

14 years in jail if you kill cow, 2 if you kill people: Delhi court

14 years in jail if you kill cow, 2 if you kill people: Delhi court

Rediff.com16 Jul 2017

A Delhi court drew a unique analogy over enhancement of punishment in road accident death cases.

Debt To Wealth: Young People, Read This!

Debt To Wealth: Young People, Read This!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'Understand your financial goals. Next, categorise them by size. Then evaluate your investment options.'

MP Munawwar Hasan killed in road mishap

MP Munawwar Hasan killed in road mishap

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

Police in Palwal said the accident occurred at about 1.15 am when Hasan was travelling from Mathura to Delhi in a Scorpio vehicle, which collided with a truck coming from the opposite direction near Banchari village on National Highway 2.

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Wing Commander Raveendran and flight steward Sargeant Iyer, though shaken and injured, managed to open the rear door of the aircraft and shouted for Prime Minister Morarji Desai and the passengers in the forward cabin to exit in haste since they suspected that fire would engulf the aircraft.

8 children among 22 killed as tractor-trolley falls into pond in UP

8 children among 22 killed as tractor-trolley falls into pond in UP

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh to the kin of each of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured.

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.

The India Story: 90% Work In Progress

The India Story: 90% Work In Progress

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

From highways connecting once-remote regions to aviation networks carrying millions, India's infrastructure story is one of transformation.

TN CPI MLA among 3 killed in road mishap

TN CPI MLA among 3 killed in road mishap

Rediff.com1 Apr 2012

A 43-year old Communist Party of India MLA in Tamil Nadu and two others were killed in a road accident in Pudukkottai district on Sunday, police said.

WorldTel COO dies in road mishap

WorldTel COO dies in road mishap

Rediff.com19 May 2003

R Samir Singh, 35, was returning home when his car collided with a bus in Bangalore.

Two major accidents claim 24 lives in TN

Two major accidents claim 24 lives in TN

Rediff.com9 Mar 2003

One of them involved some people from Kerala returing from a pilgrimage of Velankanni in Tiruvarur district.

Why some states are opposing the Road Safety Bill

Why some states are opposing the Road Safety Bill

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

Opposition-ruled states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu opposing the Bill as they fear losing some of their powers

Whom Sarfaraz Dedicated His 200 To...

Whom Sarfaraz Dedicated His 200 To...

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'This trophy belongs to the entire team, but I made a promise at home to score a hundred for Musheer. This one is for him.'

Yudhra Review: When Style Meets Stereotype

Yudhra Review: When Style Meets Stereotype

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

There are so many loopholes in this lazily scribbled plot, it could be a different movie and still as crummy, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Distressed' PM Modi speaks with Pant's mother

'Distressed' PM Modi speaks with Pant's mother

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Rishabh's condition remains stable, and he has now been shifted to Max Hospital, Dehradun, where he will undergo MRI scans to ascertain the extent of his injuries and formulate his further course of treatment, as per the BCCI statement shared with the media.

Hit by car, Delhi man dragged 10 metres before death; driver held

Hit by car, Delhi man dragged 10 metres before death; driver held

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Lekhraj got stuck under the car's wheels but Dubey allegedly kept driving the vehicle, the officer said.

Accused borrowed friend's car hours before Kanjhawala accident: FIR

Accused borrowed friend's car hours before Kanjhawala accident: FIR

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

The FIR states that the Kanjhawala police station received three PCR calls that the naked body of a woman was found near Hanuman Mandir, Jonti village.

Mumbai ferry toll rises to 14 as one more body recovered; Navy orders probe

Mumbai ferry toll rises to 14 as one more body recovered; Navy orders probe

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The two missing persons have been identified as 43-year-old Hansraj Bhati and seven-year-old Johan Mohammad Nisar Ahmed Pathan, the police said.

A look at India's deadly stampedes in recent past

A look at India's deadly stampedes in recent past

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

The recent stampede at New Delhi Railway station, which claimed the lives of at least 18 people, highlights a recurring issue in India: deadly stampedes. This tragedy is not an isolated incident, as numerous stampedes resulting in significant casualties have occurred over the years. This article explores some of the most devastating stampedes in India, including the deadly event at the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj just a few weeks ago, the 2024 tragedy at a 'satsang' in Hathras, and the 2013 stampede during Navratri festivities in Madhya Pradesh.

Pune teen's blood sample changed; 2 doctors among 3 held

Pune teen's blood sample changed; 2 doctors among 3 held

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The juvenile's father had called the doctor and offered him allurements to replace the blood samples, Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar claimed at a press conference.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

Mumbai ferry mishap: Search on for missing 7-year-old boy

Mumbai ferry mishap: Search on for missing 7-year-old boy

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The search operation launched by naval boats to locate a seven-year-old boy missing after a Navy craft rammed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast two days ago continued on Friday, an official said.

Himachal CM Sukhu seeks Rs 2,000 cr interim aid from Centre for relief works

Himachal CM Sukhu seeks Rs 2,000 cr interim aid from Centre for relief works

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

The state has suffered losses of Rs 4,000 crore and the figure is likely to go up as estimates continue to pour in, he said.

Rishabh Pant, Bumrah return for Bangladesh Test

Rishabh Pant, Bumrah return for Bangladesh Test

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been included in the Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh.

Mistry's last rites on Tuesday; Mercedes team visits accident site

Mistry's last rites on Tuesday; Mercedes team visits accident site

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The last rites of Cyrus Mistry, former chairman of Tata Sons who was killed in a car crash, will be performed in Mumbai on Tuesday, his family said.

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Forty-one Border Road Organisation labourers working to clear snow near the high altitude border village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district were trapped under an avalanche on Friday.

'Together, speed and alcohol constitute a heady cocktail'

'Together, speed and alcohol constitute a heady cocktail'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

The year 2014 alone witnessed 2.37 lakh road accidents on national and state highways across the country which had left at least 85,462 people dead and 2.59 lakh injured.

Villagers the first to reach Uttarakhand bus accident site

Villagers the first to reach Uttarakhand bus accident site

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The residents informed the authorities and immediately rushed to the accident site to lend a helping hand in rescue efforts.

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to the Nation newspaper, Kiptum was driving his Rwandan coach and a woman in a car near the Rift Valley village where he was born when the accident occurred.

22 killed, 57 hurt as bus with Haryana pilgrims falls into gorge in Jammu

22 killed, 57 hurt as bus with Haryana pilgrims falls into gorge in Jammu

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The accident took place at the Tungi-Morh in the Chowki Chora belt of the district, the officials said, adding that the bus rolled around 150 feet down into the gorge.

35 killed as bus falls into gorge in Kishtwar

35 killed as bus falls into gorge in Kishtwar

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

The bus, which way on its way to Kishtwar from Keshwan, skidded off the road at Sirgwari and rolled down into the gorge around 7:30 am.

Sumit ready to shine again at Paris Paralympics

Sumit ready to shine again at Paris Paralympics

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Sumit Antil wants to improve upon his world record in his bid to defend his title