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Dehradun, the capital city of Uttarakhand, has witnessed a troubling rise in road accidents over recent years, positioning it as a significant concern for residents and authorities alike.   Factors such as rapid urbanization, increased vehicular traffic, and certain high-risk areas contribute to this escalating issue.   Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive approach, focusing on identified accident-prone zones and implementing targeted safety measures. ​ Rising Accident Statistics in Dehradun Data from the Uttarakhand Traffic Police indicates that Dehradun consistently records a high number of road accidents annually.   In 2016, the district reported 212 accidents, resulting in 227 fatalities.    Furthermore, a 2024 report highlighted that rash driving led to 983 deaths in 1,594 road accidents across Uttarakhand, underscoring the severity of the situation. Identified Accident-Prone Areas Several locations in Dehradun have been identified as accide...

India holds the unfortunate record of being among the  countries with the highest number of road accidents and fatalities  globally. Every day,  over 400 people lose their lives  on Indian roads, and  thousands are injured , many permanently. While  infrastructure, weather, and vehicle conditions  do play a role, a large chunk of these accidents is caused by  non-obedience to traffic rules, reckless show-off stunts, and immature driving behavior . It’s high time we  enforce stricter traffic regulations  and  reshape road culture  in India to  save lives  and  build safer roads . The Alarming State of Road Accidents in India According to  Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (2024 data) : Over 4.5 lakh road accidents annually . 1.5 lakh deaths  per year. 70% of fatalities  occur due to  over-speeding, wrong-side driving, and ignoring traffic signals . These numbers are not just statistics — ...

As Indian car buyers become more  tech-savvy , automatic transmissions are now  mainstream . Among them,  DSG/DCT and  Torque Converter  gearboxes are two of the most  popular automatic transmission types . But how practical are they for  Indian road conditions ? Let’s explore in detail. Understanding the Basics 1.  DSG/DCT Gearboxes DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox)  and  DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission)  are  automated manual gearboxes  that use  two clutches  for  quick and seamless gear shifts . Found in cars from  Volkswagen, Skoda, Hyundai, Kia, MG, BMW , etc. 2.  Torque Converter Gearboxes Uses  fluid coupling (hydraulic torque converter)  for gear shifts. Found in cars from  Maruti (AT), Mahindra, Toyota, Hyundai, Jeep , etc. Known for  smooth gear shifts and durability . Practicality in Indian Conditions 1.  City Traffic Handling DSG/DCT : Quick gear shifts  in moving ...

The Indian EV market has evolved rapidly, and 2025 is witnessing  high competition  in the  affordable electric vehicle segment. If you're planning to go electric and your budget is under ₹20 lakhs, here are the  top 5 EVs worth your money . 1.  Tata Punch EV (2025) Tata’s latest EV offering in the  compact SUV  segment is a  game-changer , blending  style, safety, and affordability . Variant-wise Pricing (Ex-Showroom): Smart  – ₹10.99 lakh Smart+  – ₹11.49 lakh Adventure  – ₹11.99 lakh Empowered  – ₹12.79 lakh Empowered+  – ₹13.29 lakh Long Range Variants  – ₹13.99 to ₹15.49 lakh Merits: 5-star safety rating Offers both  Standard (315 km)  and  Long Range (421 km)  versions Futuristic interiors with  large touchscreen ,  connected car tech , and  vehicle-to-vehicle charging Tata’s  largest EV service network Demerits: Limited rear space  for taller passengers No ...