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Monday blues for commuters at WEH
A 20-km traffic jam on the WEH caused frustration for morning commuters due to ongoing resurfacing work, expected to continue until next Sunday.
Published on Apr 29, 2025 08:52 AM IST
Ateeq ShaikhMegha Sood, Mumbai
Bengaluru ORR traffic stretch goes viral, residents blame long weekend exodus
This isn’t unusual for Bengaluru's ORR, which has earned a notorious reputation over the years for its unrelenting traffic snarls, especially during peak hours.
Published on Apr 18, 2025 09:33 AM IST
Anagha Deshpande
12 hurt as bus rams into stationary crane in Karnal
The bus was going from New Delhi to Ludhiana and had just crossed Bastada toll plaza on the highway, when the incident happened.
Published on Apr 10, 2025 07:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Karnal
Chaos rules roost on Shaheed Path as city hosts 1st IPL match
As spectators were allowed entry into the stadium three hours before the match took off at 7:30 pm, people flooded Shaheed Path since the afternoon
Published on Apr 02, 2025 05:22 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Bengaluru man rants about city's conditions, says living here is 'irritable'
A man living in Bengaluru shared his frustration over rising pollution, overcrowding, and poor civic sense.
Published on Mar 21, 2025 05:02 PM IST
J&K: Alleging bias, BJP MLA stages walkout
MLA RS Pathania was not present in the House when Rather called his name; since he was absent, the speaker moved on to the next question; later he sought time but to no avail
Published on Mar 19, 2025 08:16 AM IST
Ravi Krishnan Khajuria, Jammu
WATCH: Thar driver RAMS into vehicles over loud speakers in Noida; video viral
A man wreaked havoc in Noida Sector 16 (UP) as he ran over several cars and scooters with his Thar. A video of the incident has viral as police investigate.
Published on Mar 12, 2025 04:53 PM IST
Kriti Kambiri
‘Prayagraj is exhausted’: Fed-up local asks Mahakumbh devotees to go back
A Prayagraj resident has shared an appeal to all Mahakumbh visitors: Please stop coming to the city.
Updated on Feb 24, 2025 08:26 AM IST
Gurugram Traffic Police use KBC-style ad, viral post makes netizens go ‘7 crore’
A picture of an ad by Gurugram Traffic Police on the back of an auto has gone viral on LinkedIn. Reason? The Kaun Banega Crorepati style to promote traffic laws
Published on Feb 20, 2025 01:56 PM IST
Kriti Kambiri
Maghi Purnima: 10-km walk, vehicle-free zone to prevent traffic jams in Kumbh
As Prayagraj braces for a massive influx of devotees for Maha Kumbh on January 12, a traffic advisory has been issued, declaring the area a ‘no traffic zone’.
Published on Feb 11, 2025 04:13 PM IST
Kumbh devotees stuck in hours-long traffic, netizens say 'world's biggest jam'
The unprecedented congestion, which netizens called the "world's biggest traffic jam," reportedly extended up to 200-300 km and stopped traffic in MP.
Updated on Feb 10, 2025 10:12 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Nayanika Sengupta
Groom chases his own baraat on foot after getting stuck in traffic. Video
A groom was left behind in traffic as his baraat moved ahead, forcing him to walk to his own wedding.
Updated on Feb 09, 2025 10:42 AM IST
Sky-high views and zero traffic: Sikkim’s new ropeway will change Gangtok travel
Travel like never before in Sikkim: New ropeway in Gangtok promises epic views and smooth ride.
Updated on Feb 07, 2025 02:50 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Gangtok
Chandigarh: Pipeline work disrupts Tribune Chowk traffic
Chandigarh traffic police had issued an advisory in this regard on social networking site X on Tuesday morning; as per the advisory, the road cut of Dakshin Marg at Tribune Chowk dividing Industrial Area Phase-1 Chandigarh will be closed on February 4 and 5 between 10 am to 10 pm
Published on Feb 05, 2025 09:26 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Ludhiana: Moving car catches fire, two escape unhurt
According to eyewitnesses, smoke started billowing from the car’s engine, followed by sparks, which quickly led to flames engulfing the vehicle
Published on Feb 03, 2025 10:50 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Ludhiana
Metal bar impales, kills passenger after car rams divider at high speed
A 20-year-old student, Abhishek, was killed in a high-speed crash in Bijnor when a car hit a divider. The driver, Sahil, 19, was seriously injured.
Published on Feb 01, 2025 07:30 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Crippling Lucknow traffic continues to vex commuters
The crossings which were majorly affected were Tedhi Puliya, Kursi Road, Vikas Nagar and Engineering College intersections
Published on Jan 20, 2025 09:15 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Republic Day 2025 prep, Auto Expo: Delhi, don’t get caught in a jam!
During Auto Expo (Jan 17 to 22) and ahead of Republic Day (Jan 26), there are certain routes you must avoid if you wish for timely travels while in Delhi.
Published on Jan 17, 2025 11:07 AM IST
Kanpur: LPG tanker collision with pickup truck triggers gas leak
Kanpur: LPG tanker and pickup truck collide, causing a gas leak. No casualties reported, but traffic blocked for 10 km. Authorities urge caution.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 12:06 PM IST
Haider A. Naqvi
Fire breaks out in Navi Mumbai bus, close shave for 22 passengers
A bus fire in Manpada led to a temporary traffic jam. All 22 passengers were safely evacuated, and the blaze was extinguished within 30 minutes
Published on Jan 09, 2025 01:30 PM IST
PTI |
Massive traffic jams, crowded Metro stations as Delhiites welcome 2025
Long queues were formed at multiple Delhi Metro stations, including Central Secretariat, Mandi House, and Rajiv Chowk.
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 12:25 AM IST
Video: How cops cleared 1,000 vehicle jam in Himachal Pradesh
Holiday celebrations in Manali and Shimla drew many visitors but resulted in heavy traffic due to snowfall.
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 10:22 AM IST
Delhi: Heavy traffic jam at ITO due to concert, vehicles stuck for hours
Police erected barricades on the right side of the road leading to Vikas Marg from ITO, temporarily halting movement along the critical stretch.
Published on Dec 15, 2024 05:42 AM IST
PTI |
Huge snarls on Meerut E-way as cops block Rahul Gandhi’s route
Commuters described the gridlock as “nightmarish,” citing hours of delays, lack of alternative routes, and minimal communication from authorities.
Updated on Dec 05, 2024 06:12 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad/delhi
Ahead of farmers' protest, massive traffic jam, barricading on Noida-Delhi roads
Ahead of the farmers protest march, police has put up barricades and issues advisory for commuters travelling from Noida to Delhi today.
Updated on Dec 02, 2024 12:48 PM IST
Riyadh metro opens up to ease traffic jams, transform travel in Saudi Arabia
Here's why Riyadh’s new metro is a must-see for travellers in Saudi Arabia
Updated on Dec 01, 2024 03:47 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
Woman compares Russia's 149-hour drive to Bengaluru traffic, sparks debate
A viral post comparing Bengaluru's traffic to a 149-hour drive in Russia received varied reactions, with some sharing anecdotes and others criticizing the joke.
Published on Nov 18, 2024 09:55 AM IST
Bengaluru Traffic Police collect ₹30.57 lakh in fines from delivery riders
During the drive, a total of 5,979 violations were recorded, with fines amounting to ₹30.57 lakh
Published on Nov 13, 2024 10:44 AM IST
Spat between bus, car driver leaves Zirakpur road blocked
Eyewitnesses reported that the PRTC bus, en route from Zirakpur to Patiala, was exiting the bus stand when the car driver, honking from behind, became aggressive
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 08:54 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
Zirakpur: Trio rains blows, kicks on retired Lt Col in road rage incident
Two businessmen, their accomplice, who is a student, booked for attempt to murder on 54-year-old victim’s complaint
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 08:50 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali