bus safety violations

  • Fatal Kurnool Bus Fire Investigation: Motorcyclist

    Fatal Kurnool Bus Fire Investigation: Motorcyclist's Erratic Behavior Captured on CCTV Before Deadly Collision

    Oct 25, 2025 05:25 pm CST

    An investigation into the Kurnool bus fire that killed 20 people has uncovered CCTV footage showing the motorcyclist B Shiva Shankar behaving erratically before colliding with a V Kaveri Travels bus. The footage reveals the biker struggling to maintain balance after visiting a petrol pump, suggesting possible intoxication. Authorities are investigating both driver negligence and regulatory violations by the bus operator, including illegal vehicle modifications that may have prevented passengers from escaping.

  • Deadly Andhra Pradesh Bus Fire: 19 Lives Lost Due to Negligence and Safety Violations

    Deadly Andhra Pradesh Bus Fire: 19 Lives Lost Due to Negligence and Safety Violations

    Oct 25, 2025 11:40 am CST

    A catastrophic bus fire near Kurnool claimed 19 lives, revealing serious safety violations in private interstate transport. Telangana officials blame driver negligence and illegal bus modifications by Kaveri Travels. The incident has prompted both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to announce stricter regulations for private bus operators.

  • Rajasthan Suspends Officials After Deadly Bus Fire Claims 21 Lives and Prompts Statewide Safety Inspection

    Rajasthan Suspends Officials After Deadly Bus Fire Claims 21 Lives and Prompts Statewide Safety Inspection

    Oct 16, 2025 02:00 am CST

    Following the tragic Jaisalmer bus fire that killed 21 passengers, Rajasthan authorities have suspended two transport officials for approving the faulty vehicle. The incident has triggered a statewide safety inspection of private buses, while DNA testing continues to identify victims and the Prime Minister's Relief Fund has approved compensation for affected families.