Integrated Road Accident Database (IRAD)
The Integrated Road Accident Database (IRAD), developed by IIT Madras and implemented by the National Informatics Centre, is a comprehensive web-based IT solution aimed at…
Transport
WHO’s Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023
The WHO’s Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023 is an extensive analysis of road traffic deaths worldwide, detailing progress and challenges in improving road…
Road Accidents in India – Factors, Statistics, Policies
In December 2023, India's road safety record continues to be a matter of concern. Despite various government interventions, road accidents claimed 19 …
Good Samaritan Law in India: Provisions, Pros, Challenges
The Delhi High Court recently granted interim compensation of over Rs 5 lakh to the widow of a truck driver who died while aiding a road accident vict…
National Road Safety Policy 2010
The National Road Safety Policy in India is a comprehensive approach aimed at reducing the high rate of road accidents, fatalities, and injuries in the…
Plan Bee
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) of India has implemented an innovative initiative known as 'Plan Bee' to prevent elephant casualties on railway t…
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Introduction In a significant leap towards sustainable aviation, November 2023 witnessed Virgin Atlantic’s historic transatlantic flight, powered entirely by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This pioneering…
