News for 'traffic violations'

Lamborghini zips at 252 kmph on Bandra-Worli Sea Link; car seized

Lamborghini zips at 252 kmph on Bandra-Worli Sea Link; car seized

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Mumbai police seized a Lamborghini after its driver was caught speeding at 252 kmph on the Bandra-Worli Sea Link. A case has been registered against the unidentified driver for rash and negligent driving.

Relief for Delhiites as air improves, GRAP-3 curbs lifted

Relief for Delhiites as air improves, GRAP-3 curbs lifted

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked restrictions imposed under GRAP 3 in Delhi-NCR following improvements in air quality. Non-essential construction and demolition activities are now allowed to restart, and restrictions on vehicles have been lifted.

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Mumbai: Parapet segment of Metro bridge crashes; 1 dead, 3 injured

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The incident took place around 12:20pm on the arterial LBS Road in front of Johnson and Johnson factory in Mulund area.

Buildings around Ahmedabad airport to be checked for height violations

Buildings around Ahmedabad airport to be checked for height violations

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Authorities will conduct a survey of the areas surrounding the Ahmedabad airport, in the wake of last week's Air India plane crash that claimed 270 lives, to check whether any structures were violating height norms and posing a threat to aircraft safety, an official said on Thursday.

Class 9 student crashes SUV into tree; 1 dead, 3 injured

Class 9 student crashes SUV into tree; 1 dead, 3 injured

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

A minor was killed and two others were injured in Simdega, Jharkhand, when a car driven by a minor crashed into a tree. Police are investigating the incident and holding parents accountable.

Ghaziabad car owner fined for not wearing helmet

Ghaziabad car owner fined for not wearing helmet

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

A car owner in Ghaziabad was wrongly issued a challan for 'not wearing a helmet' due to a mix-up. Police acknowledged a 'human error' and are investigating the incident.

20 burnt alive as Bengaluru-bound bus catches fire

20 burnt alive as Bengaluru-bound bus catches fire

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

A Bengaluru-bound private bus from Hyderabad caught fire in this district on Friday after colliding with a two-wheeler, leaving 20 people dead, most of them charred to death, a senior police official said.

1,317 Road Accidents, 474 Deaths Every Day

1,317 Road Accidents, 474 Deaths Every Day

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

55 road accidents, 20 deaths every hour.

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Trump's Language Of Fascism

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Non-compatible with Western Civilization' is about as vague and jingoistic as it gets and Trump saying this gives full license to his acolytes to go full throttle on making life as difficult and scary as possible for as many non-white people as possible,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

'Police told Vijay to stop ahead of venue due to overcrowding, but...'

'Police told Vijay to stop ahead of venue due to overcrowding, but...'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The Tamil Nadu government released video clippings showing violations of norms at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur, claiming the crowd size more than doubled, causing hardships and leading to a stampede.

Hidma death: 'Protesters used pepper spray on Delhi cops'

Hidma death: 'Protesters used pepper spray on Delhi cops'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Monday remanded 17 (11 girls, six boys) accused to three days' judicial custody.

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

Why pay toll if stuck on highway for hours, asks SC

Why pay toll if stuck on highway for hours, asks SC

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has questioned the NHAI regarding toll collection on a highway stretch in Kerala where commuters face extreme delays. The court is reviewing a High Court order suspending toll collection due to poor road conditions and severe traffic congestion.

Video calls to Jarange, CCTV: How Mumbai police handled Maratha protest

Video calls to Jarange, CCTV: How Mumbai police handled Maratha protest

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

In the last five days, there were instances in which various groups of protesters agitated in front of the Mantralaya (secretariat), Bombay Stock Exchange, were seen roaming along the Marine Drive, Jehangir Art Gallery, Giragon Chowpatty and Gateway of India, but police controlled the crowd and were seen requesting them to take precautions.

'Vacate Azad Maidan': Mumbai police notice to Jarange

'Vacate Azad Maidan': Mumbai police notice to Jarange

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Jarange's hunger strike at the Azad Maidan in south Mumbai over the demand for Maratha quota entered the fifth day on Tuesday.

Many Air India pilots reported sick after AI171 crash

Many Air India pilots reported sick after AI171 crash

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Aviation regulator DGCA has issued four show cause notices to Air India for various violations related to cabin crew rest and duty norms, cabin crew training rules and operational procedures, a month after the airline made certain voluntary disclosures to the watchdog.

SP leader Azam Khan walks out of jail after 23 months

SP leader Azam Khan walks out of jail after 23 months

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav dismissed rumors that Azam Khan might join the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) after his release from jail.

Karnataka govt blames RCB, KSCA for Bengaluru stampede

Karnataka govt blames RCB, KSCA for Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The status report claims that RCB organised a massive victory parade and celebration without prior permission or furnishing mandatory details to city authorities.

F-1 Visa Changes: What Indian Students Should Do

F-1 Visa Changes: What Indian Students Should Do

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director of Impel Overseas Education, explains how the new changes can impact Indian students who are applying to US universities and those who are already studying in the US.

No toll collection if highway badly maintained: HC

No toll collection if highway badly maintained: HC

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

The Kerala High Court has suspended toll collection on the Edappally-Mannuthy stretch of NH 544, citing the failure of the NHAI to provide safe and unhindered access to the highway due to ongoing construction and poor maintenance.

Air India flight to Bangkok held at Mumbai airport for over 5 hrs

Air India flight to Bangkok held at Mumbai airport for over 5 hrs

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

A Bangkok-bound Air India flight from Mumbai was held back for over five hours on June 25, after some hay was found stuck in one of the aircraft's wings, the airline has said.

Tejashwi Yadav's convoy hit by truck, 3 injured

Tejashwi Yadav's convoy hit by truck, 3 injured

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav escaped unhurt as a speeding truck hit two vehicles of his convoy, injuring three security personnel in Bihar's Vaishali district early on Saturday, police said.

Army jawans allegedly thrash Pune traffic cops

Army jawans allegedly thrash Pune traffic cops

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Tension prevailed in a central area of Pune on Monday evening as a group of Indian Army jawans clashed with the police following an altercation over traffic violation.

DGCA audit reveals major lapses in flight safety

DGCA audit reveals major lapses in flight safety

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Aviation watchdog Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday said surveillance conducted at major airports revealed several defects in the aviation ecosystem, including multiple cases wherein the defects reappeared on aircraft and centre line marking faded on runway.

India rings in 2025 amid tight security across major cities

India rings in 2025 amid tight security across major cities

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Thousands of police personnel and CCTV cameras were deployed and traffic regulated across states on Tuesday to ensure public safety and prevent any untoward incident as the country geared up to welcome 2025.

Bhopal to prosecute beggars, those who giver alms

Bhopal to prosecute beggars, those who giver alms

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Authorities in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, have banned begging and warned of penal action against both beggars and those who give alms. The decision comes after similar measures were taken in the state's Indore district, citing concerns about criminal activity and drug addiction among beggars. The order prohibits begging in the entire Bhopal district and states that legal action will be taken against anyone who gives alms to beggars.

Protests rock Kolkata as truck crushes schoolboy; cops hurt, vehicles torched

Protests rock Kolkata as truck crushes schoolboy; cops hurt, vehicles torched

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Locals and parents of other children immediately took to the streets following the incident, protesting against the "lack" of proper policing of the major road intersection in the southern part of the city.

AI 171 Crash: Fear Lingers Among Pilots

AI 171 Crash: Fear Lingers Among Pilots

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'This (crash) is one of those times where there is no concrete explanation yet for what happened. I think that adds to my parents' worry.'

Bike Taxis Go Off Roads in Karnataka

Bike Taxis Go Off Roads in Karnataka

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Bike-taxi drivers are also left stranded as many depended on the service.

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

"This entire period is highly sensitive in terms of law and order, healthcare, sanitation, education, and disaster management. Hence, all related departments and district administrations must work with coordination and accountability," Adityanath said, according to an official statement.

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

India revels in Holi, Friday prayers held peacefully

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Holi was celebrated with pomp and splendor across India on Friday, with people soaking in the festivities by smearing 'gulaal' on each other and exchanging greetings and sweets. Homes and streets wore a colourful look as the revellers splashed colours and feasted on traditional delicacies. Public transport did not ply in the morning in most major cities while metro services started functioning from noon. As Holi coincided with the second Friday prayers during the holy Islamic month of Ramzan, security -- including increased patrolling and picketing -- was beefed up in several states. In Delhi, more than 25,000 security personnel were deployed. Police closely monitored about 300 sensitive areas with CCTV cameras and drones.

As BJP-ruled states cut traffic fines, Gadkari defends new rules

As BJP-ruled states cut traffic fines, Gadkari defends new rules

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

The Union transport minister said that the states can reduce fine but they are aimed at saving lives of people, and for generating revenue.

Opelka slams umpire after point penalty for confronting heckler

Opelka slams umpire after point penalty for confronting heckler

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Reilly Opelka has called for chair umpire Greg Allensworth to be suspended by the ATP after he received a code violation at the Dallas Open for confronting a spectator in the stands who he claimed was deliberately coughing to interrupt his serve.

Waqf Act: Assam's Cachar under prohibitory orders after violence

Waqf Act: Assam's Cachar under prohibitory orders after violence

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act turned violent in Cachar district of Assam on Sunday, with protesters throwing stones at police and the police using batons to disperse the crowd. The incident occurred in Berenga area of Silchar town where around 300-400 people protested without permission. The Cachar district administration imposed prohibitory measures across the district under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to prevent further unrest. The order prohibits gatherings of five or more people without permission, carrying weapons, organizing protests, and traffic disruptions.

Pollution-free environment a constitutional right, says HC

Pollution-free environment a constitutional right, says HC

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

The Bombay High Court has declared a pollution-free environment a constitutional right and criticized the Maharashtra government for failing to address the issue of air pollution in Mumbai. The court expressed its disappointment with the government's lack of initiative, stating that citizens should not suffer due to the inaction of authorities. The court highlighted the severe air pollution levels in Mumbai, especially along major roads, and ordered the traffic department to take immediate action to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.

At least 26 killed in Indian missile strikes, admits Pakistan

At least 26 killed in Indian missile strikes, admits Pakistan

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Army spokesman Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry in a media interaction said at least 26 people were killed and 46 injured in the missile strikes on cities in Punjab and PoK. "The six locations that India attacked last night... Pakistan lost 26 people and 46 were injured," he said.

Audi car used by IAS officer Puja Khedkar confiscated

Audi car used by IAS officer Puja Khedkar confiscated

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Pune police on Sunday confiscated a luxury car used by controversial probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Pooja Khedkar by allegedly installing a red beacon light on it illegally, an official said.

India foils Pak's drone strikes at 26 sites; Punjab family hurt

India foils Pak's drone strikes at 26 sites; Punjab family hurt

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Meanwhile, a precautionary blackout has been enforfced in the multiple areas amid the esclating tensions between India and Pakistan.

Pak used 300-400 Turkish drones to target 36 places from Leh to Sir Creek

Pak used 300-400 Turkish drones to target 36 places from Leh to Sir Creek

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Colonel Sofiya Qureshi revealed that 300 to 400 drones were deployed across 36 locations, with several being shot down by Indian forces using both kinetic and non-kinetic methods.