traffic congestion
Supreme Court Questions Delhi Toll Plazas: Environmental Impact and Traffic Crisis at City Borders
Dec 17, 2025 08:27 pm CST
The Supreme Court has issued a sharp notice to NHAI and MCD regarding toll plazas at Delhi's entry points, particularly the Delhi-Gurgaon border, citing severe traffic congestion that worsens air pollution. Chief Justice Surya Kant suggested suspending toll collection until January 31, questioning the prioritization of revenue over public health during peak pollution periods.
Samajwadi Party MP Criticizes Bengaluru's Traffic Crisis, Highlights Government Response Difference Between Congress and BJP
Dec 01, 2025 03:40 pm CST
Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai faced Bengaluru's infamous traffic gridlock, missing a flight to Parliament and criticizing Karnataka's traffic management. After authorities responded to his viral complaint, Rai contrasted their reaction with how BJP-ruled states might have handled such criticism, sparking debate about traffic governance across political parties and the universal experience of Bengaluru's congestion problems.
Nainital Implements Strict Wedding Procession Regulations to Combat Traffic Congestion
Nov 28, 2025 03:51 pm CST
Authorities in Nainital district have introduced new restrictions limiting wedding processions to 200 meters and banning large lighting fixtures and loud music equipment to address traffic congestion issues during the wedding season in Haldwani. These measures, announced by SSP Manjunath TC, aim to reduce public inconvenience while maintaining celebratory traditions.
Father Carries Ailing Daughter Through Traffic Jam After Ambulance Gets Stuck in Deoria, UP
Nov 02, 2025 11:02 pm CST
In a desperate situation in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria district, a father was forced to carry his critically ill 20-year-old daughter through a severe traffic jam when their ambulance became immobilized in a marketplace. The viral video shows Swaminath navigating tight spaces between vehicles before finding alternative transport to reach the hospital, highlighting serious traffic management issues in the area.
Bombay High Court Orders Evacuation of Farm Loan Waiver Protesters Blocking Nagpur Highway
Oct 29, 2025 11:18 pm CST
The Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench has ordered Prahar Janshakti Party leader Bachchu Kadu and thousands of protesters to immediately vacate National Highway 44, where they were staging unauthorized demonstrations demanding farm loan waivers. Justice Rajnish Vyas ruled that while protest rights exist, blocking a National Highway violates citizens' fundamental right to free movement, causing 20-kilometer traffic jams affecting private vehicles, ambulances, and access to critical facilities like the Nagpur airport and National Cancer Institute.
Legal Challenge to Bengaluru's Rs 17,000 Crore Tunnel Road Project: Environmental Concerns and Political Tensions
Oct 25, 2025 10:56 pm CST
Actor Prakash Belawadi files PIL against Bengaluru's Rs 17,000 crore Tunnel Road Project, citing environmental concerns and procedural lapses. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya represents the case while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defends the 35km underground network designed to ease the city's traffic congestion.
Bengaluru's Infrastructure Crisis: How Interstate Collaboration Could Save India's Silicon Valley
Oct 24, 2025 07:36 pm CST
This analysis explores Bengaluru's infrastructure challenges as highlighted in the debate between Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and politicians. While Google's investment in Visakhapatnam raised concerns about Bengaluru losing its tech edge, the article suggests a collaborative tri-state approach between Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh could create a robust technology region that addresses current limitations while preserving Bengaluru's position as India's premier tech talent hub despite AI disruption and infrastructure woes.
DK Shivakumar vs Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: The Battle Over Bengaluru's Crumbling Infrastructure
Oct 19, 2025 07:07 pm CST
The ongoing public dispute between Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Biocon Chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlights growing concerns about Bengaluru's deteriorating infrastructure. As industry leaders criticize road conditions and waste management, government officials defend their efforts while questioning the timing and motivation behind these public statements. This controversy underscores the challenges facing India's tech capital as it struggles to maintain infrastructure amid rapid growth.
Expert Panel Identifies Critical Flaws in Bengaluru's Proposed Hebbal-Silk Board Underground Tunnel Project
Oct 15, 2025 10:45 am CST
An expert committee has raised serious concerns about the Detailed Project Report for Bengaluru's proposed 18.5-kilometer Hebbal-Silk Board underground tunnel, citing incomplete planning, unrealistic cost estimates, environmental risks, and design flaws. The panel recommended comprehensive revision before proceeding with the project intended to ease north-south traffic congestion.
Massive 4-Day Traffic Jam on Delhi-Kolkata Highway: Vehicles Move Only 5km in 24 Hours
Oct 08, 2025 03:40 am CST
A severe traffic jam has paralyzed the Delhi-Kolkata national highway 19 for four days following heavy rainfall in Bihar's Rohtas district. Hundreds of vehicles remain stranded with drivers reporting movement of only 5-7 kilometers in 24-30 hours. Despite toll payments, neither the National Highway Authority of India nor local administration have taken action to resolve the crisis affecting emergency services and commercial transportation.