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Woman Hospitalized After Minivan Hits Her While Crossing Street in Somerset

With recent tragic accidents in Somerset, it's a reminder of the dangers pedestrians face on the roads. Learn how you can help improve road safety and prevent future incidents.

One Dead, 14 Injured in Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up on Agra-Lucknow Expressway due to Dense Fog, India

Tragic accident on Agra-Lucknow Expressway leaves one dead and 14 injured due to dense fog. Urgent reminder for motorists to prioritize safety in challenging weather conditions. Efforts to improve road infrastructure and implement safety systems continue.

Elderly Man Fatally Struck by Unknown Vehicle in Indore Accident, India

Elderly man fatally struck by unknown vehicle in Indore accident. Police launch investigation as families demand justice. Road safety urged.

Snow and Blizzard Cause Chaos in Odesa Region: Power Outages, Road Accidents, and Traffic Restrictions

Snow and blizzard wreak havoc in Odesa region, causing power outages and accidents. Authorities work to clear roads and ensure safety. Stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel.

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Antrim Man Convicted of Red Light Deaths, Perverted Course of Justice

An Antrim man convicted of causing red light deaths and perverting justice. A reminder of the devastating consequences of careless driving. Justice must be served.

RTI Reveals No Data on Driver Fatigue-Related Accidents in Agra

Data collection on driver fatigue-related accidents has been discontinued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways since 2017. This is troubling, as drivers falling asleep accounted for a significant number of accidents on roads, particularly on the Yamuna expressway. A senior lawyer and road safety activist, Kishan Chand Jain, has written a letter to the transport minister urging the reinstatement of data collection. Accurate data is essential for understanding the root causes of fatigue and developing effective measures to prevent accidents and fatalities.

Why Crashes Persist: The Importance of Keeping Your Eyes on the Road

India's roads are among the most dangerous in the world, with over-speeding and bad driving responsible for 85% of accidents. The government's efforts to halve accidents by 2024 are unlikely to be met, but urgent action is needed to address the economic and human toll of road accidents. Individual road-users must take responsibility for their own safety while the government must coordinate efforts to improve road safety.

Uttar Pradesh Launches ‘Road Safety Fortnight’ on July 17

Join the Uttar Pradesh government's Road Safety Fortnight from July 17 to 31, promoting awareness and reducing road accidents.

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