News for 'driver safety'

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

With all the safety equipment that it features, the S60 could be the smarter, more mature sedan alternative that consumers in this price category want, says Pavan Lall.

Govt sets up panel to probe coaching centre deaths, kin awarded Rs 10 lakh

Govt sets up panel to probe coaching centre deaths, kin awarded Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

While Lok Sabha members across party lines demanded an inquiry, hundreds of students continued their protests near Rau's IAS Study Circle in the west Delhi locality where the horror unfolded Saturday night, killing the three students trapped in the basement illegally used as a library as floodwaters rose outside.

FIA 'revisiting' Hamilton track-crossing incident in Qatar

FIA 'revisiting' Hamilton track-crossing incident in Qatar

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Hamilton collided with Mercedes team mate George Russell at the first corner at Lusail, abandoning his car in the gravel and crossing the track to return to the pit lane.

8 Bihar residents among 10 killed as SUV falls into gorge in J-K

8 Bihar residents among 10 killed as SUV falls into gorge in J-K

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

The vehicle, a Tavera, was on its way to Jammu from Srinagar and it fell into a 300-foot gorge at the Battery Cheshma area of the district around 1.15 am, they said.

By 2025 Indian Trucks Will Have AC Cabin

By 2025 Indian Trucks Will Have AC Cabin

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Instead of ACs, the government should do something to increase our salary.'

Shorts: F2 driver, India's Jehan finishes second in Baku

Shorts: F2 driver, India's Jehan finishes second in Baku

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

Anahat Singh seals berth for World Junior Squash C'ship after topping selection trials

Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole at Monza; F3 driver survives crash

Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole at Monza; F3 driver survives crash

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Charles Leclerc put Ferrari on pole position for their home Italian Formula One Grand Prix on Saturday in a qualifying session that ended in farce and with drivers under investigation.

Pune teen's mother held for aiding blood swap

Pune teen's mother held for aiding blood swap

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The mother of the minor in the Porsche car accident case was arrested after confirmation that his blood samples were replaced with hers, Pune police chief Amitesh Kumar said on Saturday.

Johnson first NASCAR driver to contract COVID-19

Johnson first NASCAR driver to contract COVID-19

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

Seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has become the first NASCAR driver to test positive for COVID-19 and will miss this weekend's Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Hendrick Motorsports said on Friday. Johnson, who will not return to competition until being cleared by a physician, has not experienced COVID-19 symptoms and was tested upon learning earlier on Friday that his wife had tested positive after having allergy-like symptoms.

F1: Hamilton claims Vettel broke the safety car re-start rules

F1: Hamilton claims Vettel broke the safety car re-start rules

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

The Mercedes driver told reporters he would seek a clarification from race director Charlie Whiting ahead of the next race in Spain.

PIX: Miraculous escape for F1 driver Grosjean in horror crash

PIX: Miraculous escape for F1 driver Grosjean in horror crash

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

Replays showed the driver leaping over the barriers and away from the flaming wreckage of his car.

Ecclestone has no safety worries for Indian GP

Ecclestone has no safety worries for Indian GP

Rediff.com24 Oct 2011

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has no safety concerns over Sunday's Indian Grand Prix, the first major motorsport event since the tragic deaths of British driver Dan Wheldon and Italy's Marco Simoncelli in separate races.

Safety Tips for Women: 'Text your travel route to a friend'

Safety Tips for Women: 'Text your travel route to a friend'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

As soon as you board a taxi, auto or bus, text the route and vehicle number to a close friend and a central data base -- may be a police control room.

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.

'Railways is known for covering up accidents'

'Railways is known for covering up accidents'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Imagine what will happen when a train running at 128 kmph moves onto a track that is meant to have only a speed less than 30 kmph!' 'Naturally, it will derail, and the coaches will go for a tailspin.'

Perez wins Baku sprint race for Red Bull

Perez wins Baku sprint race for Red Bull

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton was seventh for Mercedes and Lance Stroll collected the final point for Aston Martin.

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Time To Shut Down Coaching Classes?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The coaching-tuition-profiteering model built on the back of a broken education system is a scandal and an abomination, and must go, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

High drama as Himachal ministers storm out of cabinet meet

High drama as Himachal ministers storm out of cabinet meet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

High drama was witnessed during the Himachal Pradesh Cabinet meeting on Saturday with ministers Jagat Negi and Rohit Thakur leaving midway following a 'heated debate' over policy decisions, sources said.

F1 boss breaks silence on Hamilton's jewellery battle

F1 boss breaks silence on Hamilton's jewellery battle

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Lewis Hamilton and the FIA were in a standoff at this month's Miami Grand Prix over piercings

F1 drivers fully support 'ghost races': GPDA chief

F1 drivers fully support 'ghost races': GPDA chief

Rediff.com23 May 2020

F1, Silverstone still optimistic despite UK quarantine rules

New rules make F1 more dangerous, warns Red Bull's Newey

New rules make F1 more dangerous, warns Red Bull's Newey

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

Red Bull's title-winning technical wizard Adrian Newey warned that the cars' lower noses, already a talking point because of their ugliness, could lead to a driver's head being more exposed in certain impacts such as front to rear collisions.

Verstappen takes record 16th win of the season in Mexico

Verstappen takes record 16th win of the season in Mexico

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Max Verstappen became the first Formula One driver to take 16 victories in a season

Now, smartphone app to alert drowsy drivers

Now, smartphone app to alert drowsy drivers

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Falling asleep behind the wheel? Fear not, an app is here to wake you up!

5 Chinese nationals killed in suicide attack in Pak

5 Chinese nationals killed in suicide attack in Pak

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

At least five Chinese nationals were among the six persons killed on Tuesday when an explosive-packed vehicle rammed into their bus in Pakistan's troubled northwestern province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, officials said.

India's internet economy likely to reach $1 trillion by 2030: Experts

India's internet economy likely to reach $1 trillion by 2030: Experts

Rediff.com17 May 2024

India's internet economy is estimated to reach $1 trillion by 2030, primarily due to e-commerce, which is expected to be worth $325 billion and rank third globally, according to industry experts. Last year marked a crucial turning point for India's e-commerce sector, with notable changes in consumer trends, technology, and regulations. InGovern Research Services, a leading corporate governance advisory firm, hosted a virtual roundtable to deliberate on the notable developments in India's e-commerce sector in 2023, with a particular focus on the essential role of customer trust in fueling its ongoing expansion.

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

When I asked Krishna Gopal Sengupta, who had travelled through Bangladesh from Chittagong to Petrapole if the interim government had made any impact at ground level, he said, "it's been only a couple of days. They will need some time." Shyam G Menon reports from Petrapole, India's entry point with Bangladesh.

Verstappen wins as red flag drama engulfs Australia GP

Verstappen wins as red flag drama engulfs Australia GP

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Max Verstappen clinched his second win of the season as the Australian Grand Prix was halted with three red flags.

India, Australia discuss cabbies' safety

India, Australia discuss cabbies' safety

Rediff.com30 May 2008

In the wake of recent attacks on Indian taxi drivers in Australia, officials from the two sides have agreed to establish a framework for continued dialogue on issues pertaining to the safety and security of the cabbies.

9 dead, 41 injured as goods train hits Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

9 dead, 41 injured as goods train hits Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Three rear compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express derailed under the impact of the collision by the locomotive of the goods train from behind, the police officer said.

Woman allegedly forced to strip, pose for photos by Ola driver

Woman allegedly forced to strip, pose for photos by Ola driver

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Based on her complaint via email to Bengaluru police, the driver has been arrested and a case registered.

Conspiracy: Was Massa denied F1 championship in 2008?

Conspiracy: Was Massa denied F1 championship in 2008?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Massa, who failed to score after a bungled pitstop, claims the race should have been cancelled because the sport's leaders allegedly knew before the end of the 2008 season what had happened but covered it up.

Mercedes drivers back Pirelli to get it right

Mercedes drivers back Pirelli to get it right

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Nico Rosberg expressed confidence in Pirelli addressing tyre safety concerns on Wednesday and said Mercedes would be favourites to win in Germany this weekend.

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.

Drivers' meeting to go ahead: FIA

Drivers' meeting to go ahead: FIA

Rediff.com20 Jul 2005

Formula One safety talks between drivers and Max Mosley will go ahead as planned on August 1 despite a lower than expected turnout.

'Indian-origin Uber driver rapes passenger in Canada'

'Indian-origin Uber driver rapes passenger in Canada'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2015

An Indian-origin Uber driver has allegedly raped a 25-year-old in Canada, prompting police to seek public's help in tracing him.

Formula One ditches 'bad' safety car rule

Formula One ditches 'bad' safety car rule

Rediff.com28 Jan 2009

Formula One's governing body has ditched a controversial rule that led to drivers being penalised for pitting during the early stages of the safety car being deployed in a race. The revised rule will now allow the pits to stay open, with new software regulating the speed of drivers returning to refuel.

Ramadan makes Haryanto a true fast driver

Ramadan makes Haryanto a true fast driver

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

Formula One's only Muslim driver Rio Haryanto is observing Ramadan at the Canadian Grand Prix but will take safety advice on whether to fast before Sunday's race.

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

Delhi: Ola cab driver arrested for allegedly molesting Belgian woman

Delhi: Ola cab driver arrested for allegedly molesting Belgian woman

Rediff.com8 May 2016

After stepping out of the cab near South East Delhi's C R Park area, she informed the police about the incident at around 10 pm, the police said.

Uber, Ola drivers go on strike for higher pay

Uber, Ola drivers go on strike for higher pay

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

The strike has been called by the Maharashtra Navnirman Vahtuk Sena, the transport wing of the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, which claims that several drivers of these cabs are not able to cover costs due to the falling business.