Distracted Driving Law: From August 1, drivers in this US state face $100 fines for… Here’s what law says, what is banned, exemptions, penaltiesLouisiana drivers face $100 fines for using phones while driving under a new law effective August 1. The law bans texting, emailing and soc...
26 Jul, 2025, 01.42 AM IST
You could be breaking the law just by driving with your dog; what the Australian rules say, state by stateAustralian states have varying laws regarding pet transport in vehicles. Penalties range from fines to jail time for offenses like unrestra...
17 Jul, 2025, 06.38 AM IST
Elon Musk-headed Tesla to face massive penalty in Texas? What is wrong with EV marker?Tesla shares were up 2.5 per cent in midday trading. Investors have expressed concern that Elon Musk's political activities, including plan...
10 Jul, 2025, 10.09 PM IST
Australia's new road rules start on July 1; Massive fines, slashed speed limits, and AI cameras target driversAustralia is set to implement significant changes to its road rules. These changes, effective July 1, aim to enhance road safety and reduce...
29 Jun, 2025, 06.25 AM IST
No holding, no swiping: California’s tough no touch phone law for drivers, simplifiedCalifornia's strict "no touch" phone law now prohibits holding a phone for any reason while driving, even briefly to check directions. A re...
28 Jun, 2025, 08.35 PM IST
Jugging is on the rise: The new form of robbery targeting Americans and how to stay safeA disturbing trend called "jugging" is spreading across America, where thieves target individuals after they withdraw money from banks or A...
21 Jun, 2025, 09.31 AM IST
What if Google just broke itself up? A tech insider makes the case.Google is facing antitrust pressure, with courts urging major divestitures. Analyst Gil Luria suggests a bold self-breakup could unlock $3....
03 Jun, 2025, 09.47 AM IST
Bengaluru woman works while driving car. Netizens demand 'sue the company'A woman in Bengaluru was caught operating her laptop while driving, leading to a traffic police warning. A video posted by the DCP Traffic ...
13 Feb, 2025, 11.22 AM IST
Drive safely tonight, and everydayIndia, with 1% of the world's vehicles, is responsible for 11% of road accidents due to overspeeding, DUI, and poor visibility. Effective t...
30 Dec, 2024, 11.00 PM IST
At SpaceX, worker injuries soar in Elon Musk's rush to MarsThe records included reports of more than 100 workers suffering cuts or lacerations, 29 with broken bones or dislocations, 17 whose hands o...
11 Nov, 2023, 01.22 PM IST
Shock and awe for online gaming industry; IRDAI’s transformational journeyThe bells have begun to toll for India’s online gaming industry. The 28% GST levy looks set to deal the sector a knockout blow, with a few ...
11 Aug, 2023, 08.47 AM IST
Are you bad with money? Our financial struggles have a lot to do with psychology and behaviourA classic study found that status quo bias can even influence our choices about retirement plans and health care plans at work.
27 Feb, 2023, 07.12 PM IST
Over 19,400 road accidents reported due to loss of control by the driver in 2021, The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways reportsA total of 19,748 road accidents were reported in 2021 because of loss of control by drivers in India. The claims are made in the recent re...
30 Dec, 2022, 05.43 PM IST
F1 Japanese Grand Prix: Jules Bianchi's father lashes out at FIA after Pierre Gasly incidentUnbelievably, Phillipe Bianchi yelled, "There was no consideration for the driver's life or Jules' memory." The onboard video showed Gasly ...
09 Oct, 2022, 07.48 PM IST
View: How the United States can break Putin’s hold on UkraineProviding Ukraine with larger weapons such as anti-air and anti-ship missiles would be useful, but history suggests that the U.S. governmen...
11 Dec, 2021, 08.34 AM IST
England eye Euro 2020 last 16 in Scotland showdown, Sweden close in on knockoutsEngland manager Gareth Southgate was part of that winning side 25 years ago, but does not want his players to be distracted by the acrimony...
18 Jun, 2021, 09.54 PM IST
Telecom operators term call drop penalty 'harsh', may take legal route to fight governmentThe Cellular Operators Association of India told ET it would take recourse to legal remedies if Trai fails to address operators' concerns.
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