News for 'road safety'

Upgrading car safety may cost Rs 12,000 cr to auto makers

Upgrading car safety may cost Rs 12,000 cr to auto makers

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Carmakers fear an increase of Rs 35,000-40,000 per vehicle for safety equipments.

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

These risks would be significantly reduced if the cars had to comply with the UN test regulation for frontal and side impact.

Sachin Tendulkar tests positive for Covid-19

Sachin Tendulkar tests positive for Covid-19

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

"I have been testing myself and taking all the recommended precautions to ensure Covid is kept at bay. However, I've tested positive today following mild symptoms," Tendulkar said in a statement on Twitter.

Bomb threats: HC seeks police's school evacuation plan

Bomb threats: HC seeks police's school evacuation plan

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Justice Subramonium Prasad said though police have filed a status report listing the standard operating procedure for bomb detection and disposal squads and the guidelines to deal with bomb threats in schools, they have not submitted data on several key aspects.

Tatas develop world's first safety watch for workers

Tatas develop world's first safety watch for workers

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The watch has been designed by multiple Tata Group companies

Centre mulls panel to make roads safer

Centre mulls panel to make roads safer

Rediff.com4 Apr 2007

With around 85,000 road accident deaths every year, the ministry for road transport and highways is considering a proposal to set up a Commissionerate for Safety.

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the rain situation on Tuesday and said over 3,500 people had been shifted to safer places from flood-prone and vulnerable spots across the state, where several districts, including Mumbai, experienced downpour.

Drilling machine airlifted as U'khand rescue op enters Day 4, workers safe

Drilling machine airlifted as U'khand rescue op enters Day 4, workers safe

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The new machine, that landed at the Chinyalisaur helipad, over 30 kilometres from the tunnel on the Chardham route, is being put into service, amid apprehension by workers at the site on the progress of the multi-agency rescue operations.

Shops targeted in clash-hit Thane; 2 held for attack on Ram temple procession

Shops targeted in clash-hit Thane; 2 held for attack on Ram temple procession

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

This act of aggression comes in the wake of heightened tensions in the area, where celebratory processions and commercial establishments have been the target of violence.

'Tunnel rescue like war, can't speculate when it will end'

'Tunnel rescue like war, can't speculate when it will end'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel for the last 11 days are likely to be rescued in the next few hours or by tomorrow, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) member Lt Gen (retd) Syed Ata Hasnain said on Thursday evening.

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.

A Qute option for Indian roads

A Qute option for Indian roads

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

The Qute infant of the four-wheel world is Bajaj Auto's quadricycle. The Qute infant of the four-wheel world is Bajaj Auto's quadricycle. It is finally set to hit the India roads but the challenge of creating a new category in the competitive automobile market has only just begun.

Uttarakhand rivers in spate, Kedarnath yatra stopped

Uttarakhand rivers in spate, Kedarnath yatra stopped

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

In view of the safety of the passengers, the district administration stopped the passengers at Sonprayag and Gaurikund due to continuous bad weather.

Canadian police arrest 8 Sikh youths for firing shots, seize firearms

Canadian police arrest 8 Sikh youths for firing shots, seize firearms

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

According to the Peel Regional Police, on the night of October 2, it received reports of shots fired in the area of Donald Stewart Road and Brisdale Drive in Brampton.

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.

70K security personnel fortify Delhi for Republic Day celebrations

70K security personnel fortify Delhi for Republic Day celebrations

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Out of over 70,000 personnel, 14,000 will be deployed at and around Kartavya Path for the security of the Republic Day parade, they said.

Train to Tawang? Build roads first

Train to Tawang? Build roads first

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Before undertaking such difficult projects as a 378-km railway line to Tawang, the government must seriously examine whether having quality roads is a better option.

Amid Sikkim standoff, China issues safety advisory for citizens in India

Amid Sikkim standoff, China issues safety advisory for citizens in India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2017

The advisory asked to pay close attention to the security situation and take necessary precautions.

After multiple attacks, China hires private agency to secure assets overseas

After multiple attacks, China hires private agency to secure assets overseas

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

This may be in line with Russia's private military company, Wagner Group, which was controlled until 2023 by Yevgeny Prigozhin, a former close ally of Russia's president Vladimir Putin. The group used the infrastructure of the Russian Armed Forces.

Uttarkashi: Fresh attempt to rescue workers trapped in tunnel for 5 days

Uttarkashi: Fresh attempt to rescue workers trapped in tunnel for 5 days

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

A heavy-duty drilling machine flown in by the Indian Air Force (IAF) from Delhi began boring through the rubble of a collapsed tunnel on the Char Dham route in Uttarakhand Thursday, in a fresh attempt to create an escape passage for 40 workers trapped inside for four days.

US: Telugu group launches campaign for NRI safety

US: Telugu group launches campaign for NRI safety

Rediff.com18 May 2010

The Telugu Association of North America has launched a massive public safety awareness campaign among the community members living in United States, especially among the youths and students, in view of a series of murders and road accidents during the last one year.

Manipur unrest: Security tightened in Mizoram ahead of Mizo groups' protests

Manipur unrest: Security tightened in Mizoram ahead of Mizo groups' protests

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

Mizoram's director general of police Anil Shukla held a high-level meeting on Sunday to assess the security arrangements, a statement said.

Violence, arson mar Amit Shah's Kolkata road show

Violence, arson mar Amit Shah's Kolkata road show

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Parts of the city plunged into a welter of violence as his convoy was attacked with stones by alleged TMC supporters from inside the hostel of Vidyasagar College, triggering a clash between supporters of the two parties, officials said.

Why aren't Indian cars as safe as foreign ones?

Why aren't Indian cars as safe as foreign ones?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

India wasn't applying widespread crash testing like foreign countries do, so manufacturers didn't see the need for an investment focus on safety. Customers rarely walked into showrooms asking for the safest car. They wanted the cheapest or the most fuel-efficient or the best-looking car.

Amarnath base camp to get major facelift, security to be beefed up

Amarnath base camp to get major facelift, security to be beefed up

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The Yatri Niwas Bhagwati Nagar in Jammu serves as the main base camp for the pilgrims from across the country.

Team bosses back proposal to punish bad drivers

Team bosses back proposal to punish bad drivers

Rediff.com13 Jun 2010

Formula One team bosses have backed a proposal by International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Jean Todt to penalise Grand Prix drivers for everyday traffic offences.

F1 team bosses back proposal to punish bad drivers

F1 team bosses back proposal to punish bad drivers

Rediff.com12 Jun 2010

Formula One team bosses have backed a proposal by International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Jean Todt to penalise Grand Prix drivers for everyday traffic offences.

Rishi Kapoor was Hindi cinema's safety valve

Rishi Kapoor was Hindi cinema's safety valve

Rediff.com14 May 2020

'In an era defined by vengeful anger, he was a star who sang and danced while most others hollered and hectored on the big screen,' remembers Saibal Chatterjee.

MP firecracker factory blast toll rises to 11; 174 hurt

MP firecracker factory blast toll rises to 11; 174 hurt

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Some videos of the incident surfaced on social media showing the fire with intermittent explosions taking place at the site and people running to save themselves.

Kohli preaches: Don't drink and drive!

Kohli preaches: Don't drink and drive!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

India Test captain Virat Kohli has lent his support to an initiative promoting responsible drinking and road safety.

Hexa is a heavy car and is loaded with safety equipment

Hexa is a heavy car and is loaded with safety equipment

Rediff.com15 May 2017

The Tata Hexa is a very important product for the Indian passenger car maker as it marks the resurrected era of Tata Motors after the blasphemous 2000's Indica era.

Kerala to set up drone research lab

Kerala to set up drone research lab

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

The Kerala police chief said the state police would also consider collaborating with the Union government in the research sector to address the security threats posed by drones.

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Shoving and pushing ensued between the wrestlers and the police officers.

10 tips for a stress-free road trip

10 tips for a stress-free road trip

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

MotorOctane tells you how to make them enjoyable as you soak in the glory of your journeys.

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Residents of subsidence-hit U'khand village to be shifted

Residents of subsidence-hit U'khand village to be shifted

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Cracks appeared on the ground and houses in the village following heavy rain that hit various parts of Uttarakhand last month, killing people and damaging infrastructure.

Indians in Israel, Gaza safe; stranded citizens seek quick exit

Indians in Israel, Gaza safe; stranded citizens seek quick exit

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

The Indian embassy has received requests from Indian tourists stranded in the country to facilitate their exit. Most of the tourists are travelling in groups.

Video: The seat belt song flash mob that took over Auto Expo 2018

Video: The seat belt song flash mob that took over Auto Expo 2018

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Watch the flash mob that take over Auto Expo 2018.

10 Signs You Are Dating A Green Flag

10 Signs You Are Dating A Green Flag

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Communication is the secret ingredient of a healthy green flag relationship, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Elphinstone Road: One week after the stampede

Elphinstone Road: One week after the stampede

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

Rediff.com captures the mood among the people at Elphinstine Road railway station, a week after 23 people died in a stampede at a footover bridge.