Supreme Court Orders Integration Of Road Accident Portals To Curb Fake Claims, Contempt Notices To Insurers

Supreme Court orders integration of road accident portals so that accident reports, vehicle and insurance records and earlier claim histories can be cross-checked, in a bid to stop fraudulent motor accident claims. The Court also issued show-cause notices to heads of insurers who did not appear in person. New Delhi: The Supreme Court has directed […]

Supreme Court Takes Big Step on Stray Cattle Menace, Seeks Centre’s Reply on Highway Safety Plea

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre, States, and UTs on a plea seeking steps to prevent stray cattle from entering national and state highways. The plea also demands highway fencing, cattle shelters, penalties for abandonment, and compensation for accident victims.