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IIT-M asked to work on plan for behavioural change of motorists to curb accidents | Bhubaneswar News – The Times of India
“Our approach combines psychological insights with practical solutions. We are not just creating rules; we need to understand why people make unsafe choices on roads and how to effectively change these patterns. We have urged IIT Madras to draw up a plan of action so that it will trigger motorists to take care of their safety while driving,” a senior transport official said.
In the preparatory ZAD meeting chaired by transport secretary Usha Padhee on Friday, IIT Madras was asked to conduct comprehensive research on driving patterns and road user behaviour across various districts. Padhee emphasised public participation and coordinated action for the successful implementation of the proposed campaign.
IIT Madras has been advised to analyse common traffic violations, accident-prone areas and factors contributing to road accidents. The institute will develop targeted interventions and awareness campaigns to promote safe driving habits.
Road accident deaths in Odisha increased by 7% in 2024 compared to 2023, according to Odisha police sources. The data showed fatalities rose to 6,142 in 2024 from 5,739 in 2023.
Bhubaneswar: With the govt planning to launch a ‘zero accident day’ (ZAD) campaign this month, the transport department on Friday asked IIT Madras, technical consultant of the Odisha govt on road safety matters, to develop a comprehensive behavioural change programme for motorists. The initiative aims to transform the driving culture and promote road safety. The govt signed an MoU with IIT Madras in this regard a few months ago.
“Our approach combines psychological insights with practical solutions. We are not just creating rules; we need to understand why people make unsafe choices on roads and how to effectively change these patterns. We have urged IIT Madras to draw up a plan of action so that it will trigger motorists to take care of their safety while driving,” a senior transport official said.
In the preparatory ZAD meeting chaired by transport secretary Usha Padhee on Friday, IIT Madras was asked to conduct comprehensive research on driving patterns and road user behaviour across various districts. Padhee emphasised public participation and coordinated action for the successful implementation of the proposed campaign.
IIT Madras has been advised to analyse common traffic violations, accident-prone areas and factors contributing to road accidents. The institute will develop targeted interventions and awareness campaigns to promote safe driving habits.
Road accident deaths in Odisha increased by 7% in 2024 compared to 2023, according to Odisha police sources. The data showed fatalities rose to 6,142 in 2024 from 5,739 in 2023.
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‘In kam*o, hara****don jo harqat ki’: Asaduddin Owaisi loses cool over Pahalgam attack | Hyderabad News – The Times of India
NEW DELHI: “Inn ka***no, h******don nejoharkat ki, wahan par naam pooch kar goli maare, samudaaya pooch kar marein, iski accountability toh honi chaiye,” said AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi as he slammed the Pahalgam terror attack and demanded accountability for what he called a grave security lapse.
Speaking to media in Hyderabad, Owaisi questioned how such a high-footfall tourist destination could be left unguarded. “ A place where there were so many tourists, there was not even one police personnel, or a CRPF camp. The Quick Reaction Team (QRT) took over an hour to arrive at the scene. And these people shot people after asking about their faith.”
Blaming Pakistan for sheltering the attackers, he said, “They came from Pakistan, and Pakistan supports them. How did they cross the border? Who is responsible for it? They could also reach Srinagar if they reached Pahalgam. Justice would only prevail when accountability is fixed… and these terrorists will be punished.”
Owaisi said Union Home Minister Amit Shah called him personally to invite him to the all-party meeting in Delhi. “The reason for which the all-party meeting is called is of national importance. The Home Minister just called me and asked where I am. He has asked me to come. I will book the earliest ticket and reach the all-party meeting (in Delhi),” he said.
This came after he publicly questioned the government’s decision to include only bigger political parties. On X, he shared details of a conversation with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, who told him that only parties with five or ten MPs might be invited.
“Regarding the Pahalgam All Party Meeting, I spoke to Kiren Rijiju last night. He said they’re thinking of inviting only parties with ‘5 or 10 MPs.’ When I asked why not parties with fewer MPs, he said that the meeting would get ‘too long.’ When I asked, ‘What about us, the smaller parties?’ He joked that my voice is, anyway, too loud,” Owaisi posted.
He stressed the importance of inclusivity and urged the PM to hear out all voices. “The all-party meeting aims to send a strong and united message against terrorism,” he said, questioning whether the Prime Minister couldn’t spare some more time to listen to everyone.
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‘We thought gunshots were to scare birds’: How Bengaluru techie Bharath Bhushan’s wife escaped Pahalgam terror attack | Bengaluru News – The Times of India
BENGALURU: Dr. Sujatha, the wife of Bengaluru-based techie Bharath Bhushan, who was killed in the attack, shared how her husband tried to comfort her amid the chaos. Despite hearing gunshots and sensing the imminent danger, Bharath repeatedly reassured her, saying, “Don’t worry, don’t worry… stay strong.”
However, even after explaining that he was a father of a young child, the terrorist showed no mercy and shot him in the head.
Sujatha recounted the brutal moments when the family was near a tent, checking out traditional Kashmiri attire. Gunshots erupted, initially mistaken for something harmless, but soon it became clear they were in the middle of a shooting spree.
As they hid behind the tent, they overheard one of the terrorists ask an elderly man in Hindi, “How can you be happy here when our children are dying there? How can you play with your kids and smile here?” When the man responded, “What should I do? How can I help?” the terrorist coldly shot him.
The terrorist then approached the tent where Sujatha and her family were hiding. Bharath, holding their son, pleaded for their lives. The terrorist, however, ordered Bharath to hand over the child to Sujatha before shooting him three times in the head. Bharath’s body was later flown to Bengaluru, where it was honored with a state funeral.
After witnessing her husband’s death, Sujatha, knowing he wouldn’t survive, quickly grabbed their belongings and fled the scene. “Being a doctor, I knew he wouldn’t survive after he was shot in the head. I kept running, constantly looking back to see if anyone was following us. The area was filled with dead bodies,” she recalled.
Sujatha managed to reach safety with her son, assisted by the CRPF, who ensured their protection as they made their way down the hill.
“I ran with my 3-year-old child,” Sujatha said, recalling: “After shooting my husband, the terrorist went away. I immediately rushed to my husband and took his wallet. We had a BSNL postpaid phone, and on a bench were our bags. So, I grabbed those and ran.”
NEW DELHI: A Delhi court judge reportedly received death threats by two unidentified individuals in the Kakrola area in Dwarka.
The incident happened as he was taking a walk on April 1 in the area. A car with two men seated stopped their car in front of him and honked repeatedly to get his attention before one of the occupants threatened the judge and fled the scene, said a senior police officer.
An FIR was registered in the matter on April 16, though the judge was unable to note the vehicle’s registration number.
Further investigation into the matter has been initiated with CCTV footage being reviewed in an attempt to identify the suspects.
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