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Bihar's National Lok Adalat saw a massive turnout Saturday, clearing over 20,000 e-challan cases and collecting nearly Rs 5 crore. The One-Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme offered a 50% penalty reduction, easing burdens for helmet, seat belt, and speeding violations.

In a bold move to enhance the electric vehicle ecosystem, Bihar's transport department is rolling out EV charging stations at various locations including dhabas, hotels, and petrol pumps along major highways. This strategic expansion aligns with the introduction of 400 electric buses from the Central government, promising a greener future for transportation.

The data was shared as part of a broader push to prepare fresh action plans to reduce road accident deaths

In a groundbreaking move, the Bihar Police and the transport department have unveiled the 'Lump Sum Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme 2026.' This innovative program is designed to resolve over 200,000 pending e-challans via Lok Adalat, bringing overdue relief to motorists facing minor offense penalties.

Odisha has proposed to the Centre the establishment of 190 electric vehicle public charging stations across six cities under the PM E-DRIVE scheme. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) will implement the project, with site surveys already underway. This initiative aims to boost EV adoption by enhancing charging accessibility and reducing range anxiety.

Odisha witnessed a shocking 18% surge in road accident deaths during January's road safety month, marking the steepest rise ever. Despite enforcement and awareness drives, fatalities climbed to 688, with Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Ganjam reporting significant increases. Experts criticize the department's effectiveness, questioning the impact of substantial spending on campaigns and consultants.

Goa is deploying an advanced AI-powered surveillance system to enhance law enforcement and road safety. Equipped with high-speed detection and night vision, the cameras will identify individuals and capture license plates for effective offender tracking. The system, monitored from a command center, will be rolled out in phases, starting with 92 cameras at strategic locations.

In a decisive move to tackle road safety issues, Assam's Chief Secretary Ravi Kota has launched a comprehensive action plan aimed at significantly reducing the state's road fatalities. While accident rates have shown a slight decrease, the urgency for action persists.

At convocations across Rajasthan, the applause is increasingly for women—gold medals, top ranks and multiple awards now routinely go to girls. This public sweep reflects a quieter, 18-year transformation in higher education, driven by policy tweaks, expanding institutions and changing family choices. Enrolment has surged, parity has tipped, and campuses are being reshaped by women’s presence in classrooms, hostels and student leadership. Yet the shift is uneven: access still depends on distance, safety and district-level course options, and subject choices remain clustered in familiar streams