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Proposal to make 6 airbags mandatory in cars deferred by a year to October '23

Proposal to make 6 airbags mandatory in cars deferred by a year to October '23

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

The government has deferred the implementation of the proposal to make six airbags mandatory in passenger cars by one year to October 1, 2023, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday. The government had earlier planned to make six airbags mandatory in eight-seater vehicles for enhanced safety of occupants from October 1, 2022. "Considering the global supply chain constraints being faced by the auto industry and its impact on the macroeconomic scenario, it has been decided to implement the proposal mandating a minimum of 6 Airbags in Passenger Cars (M-1 Category) w.e.f 01st October 2023," Gadkari said in a tweet.

Mercedes' Russell wins tense Austrian F1 Grand Prix

Mercedes' Russell wins tense Austrian F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Mercedes' George Russell celebrated a surprise Austrian Grand Prix win on Sunday after Red Bull's triple world champion Max Verstappen and McLaren's Lando Norris collided late in the race

Baltimore bridge collapse: 6 missing persons feared dead

Baltimore bridge collapse: 6 missing persons feared dead

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

The ship, outbound from Baltimore to Colombo, struck a 1.6-mile-long, four-lane bridge in Baltimore in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Shortly after the collision, the bridge collapsed, crashing on the cargo ship.

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen killed in car crash

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen killed in car crash

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The former umpire's son, Rudi Koertzen Jr, confirmed the tragic news.

Kvyat collisions dump Vettel out of Russian GP

Kvyat collisions dump Vettel out of Russian GP

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel let rip with a blast of swear words after two first lap collisions with Red Bull's Daniil Kvyat dumped him out of the Russian's home race on Sunday.

Team by team analysis of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Team by team analysis of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Vettel went from starting in the pit lane, after being punished for a fuel regulations breach, to the podium and also set the fastest lap.

Ship That Crashed Into Bridge Had Indian Crew

Ship That Crashed Into Bridge Had Indian Crew

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

'Personnel onboard the ship were able to alert the Maryland department of transportation that they had lost control of their vessel. As a result, local authorities were able to close the bridge to traffic before the bridge was struck, which undoubtedly saved lives,' Biden said.

No points for Force India from British GP

No points for Force India from British GP

Rediff.com8 Jul 2012

Sahara Force India returned empty-handed from British Grand Prix, their home race, as Nico Hulkenberg finished 12th and Paul di Resta's retired in the opening lap after a car collision, in Silverstone on Sunday.

PIX: Ferrari's Sainz takes his first F1 win in a thriller

PIX: Ferrari's Sainz takes his first F1 win in a thriller

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz claimed his first Formula One victory on Sunday in a thrilling British Grand Prix halted by a first-lap crash and with the added mayhem of a track invasion by protesters.

No further action against Ferrari's Vettel over collision with Hamilton

No further action against Ferrari's Vettel over collision with Hamilton

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

The German, a four times world champion, was given a 10 second stop-and-go penalty during the race for angrily banging wheels with his Mercedes rival while they were behind the safety car.

Three college students from India killed in US road accident

Three college students from India killed in US road accident

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Massachusetts state and local police are investigating the two-vehicle motor vehicle collision that killed the three students and hospitalised five other people.

F1: Verstappen 'on another planet' with victory in China

F1: Verstappen 'on another planet' with victory in China

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Max Verstappen won Formula One's first Chinese Grand Prix in five years on Sunday.

McLaren's Norris wins Miami Grand Prix for first F1 win

McLaren's Norris wins Miami Grand Prix for first F1 win

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Lando Norris capitalised on a bit of good fortune to win the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday

Britain's Prince Philip escapes unhurt in car accident

Britain's Prince Philip escapes unhurt in car accident

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

The British royal, 97, was "conscious but very shocked and shaken" but unhurt following the crash and was seen by a doctor as a precautionary measure.

Coming soon: Talking cars!

Coming soon: Talking cars!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

According to the scientists, each car will be controlled by a centralised brain guided by a series of algorithms. The brains will talk to each other and instruct the cars to merge lanes and move in formation together.

US cop who laughed after Indian student's death fired

US cop who laughed after Indian student's death fired

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Jaahnavi Kandula, 23, was struck by a police vehicle driven by Seattle Police Officer Kevin Dave as she was crossing a street on January 23.

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

It was the first time Verstappen, winner of a record 19 of 22 races last year, has won the first two races of a season. He has also won 19 of the last 20.

BJP leader sympathises with Unnao rape accused MLA

BJP leader sympathises with Unnao rape accused MLA

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

The BJP, however, distanced itself from the comments, saying the statements could the personal view of Hardoi MLA Ashish Singh Ashu.

'Insurance companies will make a killing'

'Insurance companies will make a killing'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

'I can feel the master's pain, because he must be sitting there and cursing and saying, 'Why was I born?''

Sports Shorts: US golfer Haas involved in car crash with actor Luke Wilson

Sports Shorts: US golfer Haas involved in car crash with actor Luke Wilson

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Haas, a six-time PGA Tour winner, was scheduled to play in the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades that begins Thursday, but will withdraw to recover at his home in Greenville, South Carolina, his manager said.

Lalu's car attacked

Lalu's car attacked

Rediff.com21 Apr 2005

Constable killed as teen rams car into patrol vehicle

Constable killed as teen rams car into patrol vehicle

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

The impact of the collision was such that the patrolling vehicle overturned, skid for 10-15 feet and Head Constable Wazir Singh, 50, got stuck inside the vehicle, an officer said.

F1: Verstappen wins Belgian Sprint race

F1: Verstappen wins Belgian Sprint race

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Red Bull's Max Verstappen won a rain-delayed and shortened sprint race from pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix on Saturday to stretch his Formula One lead to 118 points.

9 car safety features that could save your life

9 car safety features that could save your life

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

As technology advances, automakers are bringing in more complex mechanism to make the cars safer.

Britain's Prince Philip, 97, gives up driving licence after car crash

Britain's Prince Philip, 97, gives up driving licence after car crash

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

Prince Philip's decision to surrender his licence comes weeks after he caused a car crash near the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, in which his Land Rover Freelander landed on its side after a collision with a Kia.

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Indian crew onboard a crippled container vessel that collided against a key bridge in Baltimore last week is healthy , according to a nonprofit organisation that has been in touch with the personnel.

Jeep-tractor trailer collision in Rajasthan leaves 11 dead, 7 hurt

Jeep-tractor trailer collision in Rajasthan leaves 11 dead, 7 hurt

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The accident took place around 1 pm near Leela Ki Dhani on the Jhunjhunu-Gudha Godji highway, they added.

Tata Motors to launch hi-tech features in cars

Tata Motors to launch hi-tech features in cars

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

JLR is developing its own autonomous car technologies, which could one day trickle into Tata's more affordable people carriers.

First Look: The 2024 Kia Sonet Facelift

First Look: The 2024 Kia Sonet Facelift

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The 2024 Kia Sonet facelift impresses with its comprehensive upgrades, ranging from a refreshed exterior design to advanced safety and technological features.

Verstappen wins in Japan as Red Bull seal constructors' title

Verstappen wins in Japan as Red Bull seal constructors' title

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The victory at Suzuka was the Dutch driver's 13th in 16 races this season and left him on the brink of a third world title.

Las Vegas GP: Verstappen races to record-extending win

Las Vegas GP: Verstappen races to record-extending win

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Red Bull's Max Verstappen sang "Viva Las Vegas" after racing to a record-extending 18th victory of the season and joining Sebastian Vettel in third place on Formula One's all-time winners' list.

Maradona 'perfect' after car crash

Maradona 'perfect' after car crash

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Former Argentine soccer player and coach Diego Maradona escaped serious injury on Monday when his car was involved in a collision with a bus near his Buenos Aires home, local media and officials said.

Verstappen seals third F1 title as Piastri wins sprint

Verstappen seals third F1 title as Piastri wins sprint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Max Verstappen added his name to the list of triple Formula One World champions on Saturday after Red Bull team mate and sole title rival Sergio Perez crashed out of the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race.

Gascoigne escapes injury in car crash

Gascoigne escapes injury in car crash

Rediff.com30 Jan 2004

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne swerved to avoid a collision with an oncoming vehicle and crunched his car into the back of a delivery truck.

Johnson in car accident scare

Johnson in car accident scare

Rediff.com23 Jun 2004

England's World Cup rugby captain escaped unhurt from a head-on car crash in New Zealand. \n\n\n\n

Ex-Olympian Bruce Jenner in car crash

Ex-Olympian Bruce Jenner in car crash

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Olympic gold medalist and reality TV star Bruce Jenner was involved on Saturday in a Los Angeles-area crash that left another person dead, police said.

Soccer star Beckham and son 'shaken' after car crash

Soccer star Beckham and son 'shaken' after car crash

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Retired English soccer star David Beckham and his teenage son Brooklyn were involved in a car crash outside Arsenal's training ground in Hertfordshire, north of London, but did not suffer any injuries but were shaken.

Jehan Daruvala roars to Saudi Arabia podium

Jehan Daruvala roars to Saudi Arabia podium

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Jehan made a lightning start off the line but was boxed in by the Campos cars of Ralph Boschung and compatriot Kush Maini.

19 deaths every hour in India due to road accident in 2022

19 deaths every hour in India due to road accident in 2022

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The report showed that 53 road accidents take place every hour in the country.

Trapped Mid-Air For 24 Hours, Now Rescued

Trapped Mid-Air For 24 Hours, Now Rescued

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

22 of the people trapped in mid-air in a row of ropeway cable cars for around 24 hours following the accident were rescued on Monday while one person has died, officials said.