Traffic Safety

After the tanker overturned, flammable gas started leaking from it, creating serious safety risks in the hilly area

Traffic movement in parts of central and north Delhi is likely to be affected on February 1 in view of a Shobha Yatra on the occasion of the 649th Jayanti of Shri Guru Ravidas Ji, Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisory. The procession will be carried out by Shri Guru Ravi Dass Janmotsav Committee (Regd.) and will start from Red Fort ground at 2.30 pm and is expected to conclude around 8 pm at Guru Ravidas Mandir, P&T Colony, Guru Ravidas Marg, officials said. According to the advisory, the yatra will pass through Chandni Chowk, Fatehpuri, Khari Baoli, Sadar Bazar, Bara Tooti Chowk, Pahari Dheeraj, Bara Hindu Rao and DBG Road before reaching the concluding point. A large gathering is expected to participate, and both vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement are likely to remain heavy along the route. The Delhi Traffic Police assured that special arrangements are in place to ensure smooth traffic flow and pedestrian safety. However, traffic restrictions and diversions may be ...

Traffic restrictions will be in force in parts of the city on Tuesday in view of the full dress rehearsal of the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk, the Delhi Traffic Police said. The curbs will be enforced from 4 pm to 6 pm, the traffic police said in an advisory. Vijay Chowk and Raisina Road from Krishi Bhawan roundabout towards Vijay Chowk will remain closed or restricted for general traffic, it said. Traffic beyond Dara Shikoh Road roundabout, Krishna Menon Marg roundabout and Sunehri Masjid roundabout towards Vijay Chowk will also remain restricted. Kartavya Path between Vijay Chowk and Rafi Marg up to Kartavya Path Crossing will be affected, the advisory said. Commuters have been advised to take alternative routes including Ring Road, Ridge Road, Aurobindo Marg, Safdarjung Road via Kamal Ataturk Marg, Rani Jhansi Road and Minto Road. The traffic police urged motorists to avoid the affected stretches during the restriction period, plan their journeys in advance and follo

Earlier, driving licences could be suspended only for serious offences like vehicle theft, assault on passengers, kidnapping, and overspeeding, among others

Traffic movement will be restricted at several key crossings in Delhi on January 17, 19, 20 and 21 due to rehearsals for the Republic Day parade along Kartavya Path, police said on Friday. According to an advisory, the rehearsals will be held from Vijay Chowk to India Gate, with the parade route extending up to the C-Hexagon. To ensure the uninterrupted movement of the parade, restrictions will be in place from 10.15 am to 12.30 pm on all four days. During this period, traffic crossings at Kartavya Path at Rafi Marg, Janpath, Man Singh Road and the C-Hexagon will remain closed. Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate will also remain closed for general traffic, leading to diversions and likely congestion on adjoining stretches. Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys, exercise patience and follow traffic rules and directions of personnel deployed on duty. For north-south movement and vice versa, commuters may use the Ring Road via Sarai Kale Khan and the I.P. Flyov

Standards to come out this year

Traffic will be diverted at major junctions such as Sheikh Sarai red light on Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Asian Market red light on MB Road, and PTS Malviya Nagar red light

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Maharashtra's Thane district has awarded a compensation of Rs 27.9 lakh to the family of a bus driver killed in a collision in 2011. MACT member Rupali V Mohite has directed the owner of the truck involved in the accident and Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd. to jointly pay the compensation, along with 9 per cent interest. A copy of the order delivered on November 18 was made available on Thursday. The victim, Shankar Jagannath Sable (28), was driving a state transport bus at Pen in the neighbouring Raigad district on July 17, 2011, when a truck collided with the vehicle. Sable succumbed to his injuries on August 10, 2011. The tribunal found that the accident had occurred due to the sole negligence of the truck driver. It also dismissed the insurer's claim of policy breach (for lack of a valid driving licence) due to insufficient evidence, noting that the insurer did not prove that a notice was served on the owner. The compensation .

The findings highlight a worrying trend: one in three riders on Indian roads is riding without a helmet, exposing themselves not just to life-threatening risks but also significant financial penalties

The Delhi government plans to offer a 2-3 month period for violators to settle reduced fines, following discussions at a high-level transport department meeting

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The Centre has asked states to take strict action on manufacturers and retailers selling sub-standard helmets to ensure the safety of two-wheeler riders. "The Department of Consumer Affairs and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) appeal to consumers across the country to use only BIS-certified helmets," an official statement said on Saturday. The department also called for strict enforcement against the manufacture or sale of helmets without BIS certification, it added. "With over 21 crore two-wheelers on Indian roads, rider safety is paramount," the department said, adding that wearing a helmet is mandatory under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. It pointed out that the sale of sub-standard helmets compromises safety. A Quality Control Order has been in force since 2021, mandating ISI-marked helmets certified under BIS standards for all two-wheeler riders. As of June 2025, there are 176 manufacturers across India holding valid BIS licenses for protective helmets. "The Department h

Improper parking, 'No Entry' violations, licence issues top the list; traffic police have impounded nearly 1,260 registered e-rickshaws

Palkhi 2025 Traffic Advisory: As Pune readies for the Palkhi processions on June 19-20, 2025, PCMC issues safety advisory to 1,494 hoarding agencies along key procession routes

The population and area of Jaipur have been increasing continuously over the last three decades, but public transport facilities have not kept pace

Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued multiple traffic advisories in view of the IPL match at Arun Jaitley Stadium and disruptions caused by waterlogging due to heavy rains in parts of the city. According to the advisory, the traffic movement is expected to be affected around Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium from 5:30 pm to midnight on May 25 due to the IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders. The affected stretches include Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg and Asaf Ali Road. Buses and heavy vehicles will not be allowed from Daryaganj to Bahadurshah Zafar Marg and from Guru Nanak Chowk to Asaf Ali Road. The commuters going towards the stadium have been advised to use public transport to avoid congestion, the advisory said. Due to the overnight thunderstorm and heavy rain, waterlogging has occurred in various areas of the city, leading to advisories in different parts of the city regarding traffic congestion. "As a result, traffic is restricted at the Azad Market ...

Delhi police issued an advisory for Connaught Place ahead of Tiranga Yatra on Monday; traffic to be regulated from 4-7 pm, with parking and route diversions in effect

The government on Friday said new regulations requiring mandatory verification and stamping of traffic radar equipment will be implemented from July 1 to improve road safety and enforcement accuracy across the country. The Consumer Affairs Ministry has notified the rules following extensive consultations with stakeholders, including the Indian Institute of Legal Metrology, Regional Reference Laboratories, manufacturers, and vehicle certification organisations. "These rules will come into force from July 1, 2025, providing sufficient time for industries and enforcement agencies to comply with the provisions," the ministry said in a statement. The new rules, which fall under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, will apply to "microwave Doppler radar equipment" widely utilised for measuring vehicle speeds on roads. These rules specify detailed technical and safety requirements, ensuring proper calibration, stable operation under various environmental conditions and protection ..

Traffic violations surged by more than 100 per cent during Holi celebrations this year, an official said on Saturday. A total of 7,230 challans were issued on Holi this year, marking a sharp increase from 3,589 violations recorded in 2024, he said. According to a police statement, the number of people caught for drunken driving surged to 1,213 in 2025 compared to 824 in 2024. Similarly, helmet-related violations increased by 56 per cent to 2,376 this year from 1,524 challans in 2024. The statement added that other offenses, including triple-riding, tinted glass violations and driving without seat belts also saw an increase. A total of 573 challans were issued for triple-riding and 97 for tinted glass violations this year. According to the statement, about 1,241 violators were booked for other traffic offenses last year on Holi, with it rising by 139 per cent in 2025 with a total of 2,971 violators booked. Additional Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Dinesh Kumar Gupta stated, "Keep

Prayagraj has enforced strict traffic restrictions ahead of Maghi Purnima at the Maha Kumbh to manage crowds and ensure public safety