The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to formulate swift response protocols for road accident victims. A Bench of Justices Abhay Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan also asked the Ministry of Road Transport to hold meetings with relevant departments to enforce proper working hours for drivers.
The Delhi High Court has mandated Rapido to rectify 170 accessibility errors in its app within four months, or cease operations in India. The court emphasized the need for compliance with accessibility laws, questioning prior oversight. This decision stems from a petition by visually impaired individuals highlighting the app’s significant accessibility failures.
The Supreme Court clarified that it does not have the authority to set speed limits on roads, leaving this task to government experts. It overturned a Madras High Court decision that reduced a speed limit and emphasized that courts cannot change speed regulations in response to accidents. Speed limits are defined by the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and MoRTH guidelines.
The Kerala High Court seeks comprehensive measures to prevent environmental disasters like the Wayanad floods. It will hold weekly hearings to monitor rehabilitation progress, identify vulnerable areas, and ensure disaster prevention. With over 200 casualties and extensive damage, the court emphasizes the need for a balanced development approach and policy review.