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The Times of India - Sports - News Image
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SportsApr 08, 2026 06:03 PM

'Take this very seriously': Australian cricket board breaks silence on David Warner's drink-driving ...

NEW DELHI: Former Australia cricketer David Warner has landed in trouble after being charged with drink driving in Sydney. The 39-year-old, who now captains Sydney Thunder and Karachi Kings, was allegedly caught during a routine breath test with a blood alcohol level of 0.104, more than double the legal limit. He is due to appear in court on May 7, though reports say the case will not affect his participation in the Pakistan Super League.Cricket New South Wales (NSW) has acknowledged the serious ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 06:18 PM

David Warner Arrested In Australia For Drunk Driving

Hyderabad: Former Australian cricketer David Warner has landed in serious trouble. He has been charged with drunk driving after an event in Maroubra, Sydney, on Tuesday. According to a report by news.com.au, Warner, who is currently captaining Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League, was pulled over by the New South Wales Police, and a random breath test was conducted on him. The test reportedly found that the 39-year-old had consumed alcohol above the permitted limit. His blood alcohol read ...Read More >

The Times of India - Sports - News Image
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SportsApr 07, 2026 04:48 PM

David Warner arrested for drunk-driving in Australia

NEW DELHI: Former Australian opener David Warner has landed in serious trouble after being charged with drunk-driving following an incident in Maroubra, Sydney, on Tuesday, according to news.com.au. Warner was pulled over by New South Wales Police and subjected to a random breath test, as reported by Australian media.The test allegedly found that Warner had consumed alcohol above the permitted limit. His blood alcohol reading was recorded at 0.104 - more than double the legal limit in Australia. ...Read More >

The New Indian Express - Technology - News Image
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TechnologyApr 06, 2026 07:43 AM

Truck driver booked for drunken driving hangs self in seized truck in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: A 26-year-old truck driver ended his life by hanging inside the truck near JP Nagar traffic police station on Saturday night. Earlier in the night, he had been caught for driving under the influence of alcohol and his truck had been seized. Fearing legal consequences, he might have ended his life under the influence of alcohol, the police suspected. The deceased, Shanmuga (26), hailed from Tamil Nadu. Shanmuga was intercepted by the JP Nagar traffic police during a routine drunk-and- ...Read More >

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OtherApr 06, 2026 05:30 AM

Over 650 drunk drivers caught in Hyderabad & Cyberabad

Hyderabad, April 5 (UNI) The Hyderabad Traffic Police conducted a two-day special drive on April 3 and 4 against drunken driving, booking a total of 464 offenders for driving under the influence of alcohol. Of these, 408 were two-wheeler riders, 30 were three-wheeler drivers, and 26 were four-wheeler and other vehicle drivers. Officials said the highest number of cases fell in the 51-100 BAC range (194 cases), followed by 30-50 (93), 101-150 (93), 151-200 (55), 201-250 (18), 251-300 (7), and ab ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 08:26 PM

Indian students enrolment in US institutions drops by 6.9 per: Govt in RS

New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) More than 3.5 lakh Indian students are pursuing various educational programmes ranging from primary schooling to university courses in the US as of February 2026, which is a decline of around 6.9 per cent from the corresponding figure the previous year, the Parliament was informed on Thursday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked whether Indian student enrolments in the US have dropped, and to what extent "scarce visa slots" and "high percentage of rejections ...Read More >

Deccan Chronicle - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 06:15 PM

Indian Student Eenrolment in US Dips 6.9pc: Govt Informs Rajya Sabha

New Delhi: More than 3.5 lakh Indian students are pursuing various educational programmes ranging from primary schooling to university courses in the US as of February 2026, which is a decline of around 6.9 per cent from the corresponding figure the previous year, the Parliament was informed on Thursday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked whether Indian student enrolments in the US have dropped, and to what extent "scarce visa slots" and "high percentage of rejections of visas" ar ...Read More >

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PoliticsApr 02, 2026 05:56 PM

Indian students enrolment to US institutions drops by 6.9 per: Govt in RS

New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) More than 3.5 lakh Indian students are pursuing various educational programmes ranging from primary schooling to university courses in the US as of February 2026, which is a decline of around 6.9 per cent from the corresponding figure the previous year, the Parliament was informed on Thursday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked whether Indian student enrolments in the US have dropped, and to what extent "scarce visa slots" and "high percentage of rejections ...Read More >

The Times of India - Sports - News Image
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SportsApr 01, 2026 07:01 PM

Tiger Woods confirms stepping away after crash: 'This is necessary'

NEW DELHI: Tiger Woods is once again stepping away from golf after a car crash in Florida led to his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. The incident has forced him to miss the Masters for the second year in a row, as he focuses on his health and legal situation. Despite pleading not guilty, the episode has raised fresh concerns about his well-being and future. After the accident, authorities reported that Woods showed signs of impairment and had prescription painkillers on him. ...Read More >

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OtherDec 16, 2025 08:12 AM

Over 24,000 challans issued under 'Operation Chakravyuh' in 14 days

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued over 24,000 challans and impounded 144 vehicles under its special enforcement drive "Operation Chakravyuh" in the first two weeks of the month, officials said on Monday. The two-week operation was carried out by the traffic management division of Delhi Police upon the specific direction of Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha from December 1 in coordination with the local police stations and PCR units, a senior police officer said. Under the dr ...Read More >

Abtak.com - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsDec 16, 2025 05:33 AM

Delhi: Over 24,000 vehicles challaned under Operation Chakravyuh in 14 days

New Delhi, Dec 15 (PTI) The Delhi Traffic Police has challaned more than 24,000 vehicles and impounded 144 automobiles under its special enforcement drive 'Operation Chakravyuh', which was conducted across the city earlier this month, an official said on Monday. The two-week operation was carried out by the traffic management division of Delhi Police from December 1 in coordination with the local police stations and PCR units, a senior police officer said. Teams manned all entry and exit point ...Read More >

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PoliticsDec 16, 2025 12:41 AM

Delhi: Over 24,000 vehicles challaned under Operation Chakravyuh in 14 days

New Delhi, Dec 15 (PTI) The Delhi Traffic Police has challaned more than 24,000 vehicles and impounded 144 automobiles under its special enforcement drive 'Operation Chakravyuh', which was conducted across the city earlier this month, an official said on Monday. The two-week operation was carried out by the traffic management division of Delhi Police from December 1 in coordination with the local police stations and PCR units, a senior police officer said. Teams manned all entry and exit point ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 06:34 PM

Sajjanar calls drunk drivers 'terrorists', vows no mercy | Hyderabad News - The Times of India

Hyderabad: Equating drunk drivers to terrorists and describing drunk driving as an "act of terror on the roads of Hyderabad", police commissioner VC Sajjanar has vowed to adopt a stringent zero-tolerance policy against drunk driving cases going forward.In a scathing attack against offenders who choose to drive while being under the influence of alcohol, the commissioner called the Kurnool bus tragedy a preventable massacre, caused by the reckless and irresponsible behaviour of an intoxicated bik ...Read More >

The Times of India - Entertainment - News Image
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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 03:21 AM

Sajjanar calls drunk drivers 'terrorists', vows no mercy | Hyderabad News - The Times of India

Hyderabad: Equating drunk drivers to terrorists and describing drunk driving as an "act of terror on the roads of Hyderabad", police commissioner VC Sajjanar has vowed to adopt a stringent zero-tolerance policy against drunk driving cases going forward.In a scathing attack against offenders who choose to drive while being under the influence of alcohol, the commissioner called the Kurnool bus tragedy a preventable massacre, caused by the reckless and irresponsible behaviour of an intoxicated bik ...Read More >

Deccan Chronicle - Entertainment - News Image
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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 12:47 AM

No Leniency for Drunk Drivers, Says Sajjanar

Hyderabad: Hyderabad police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Sunday reiterated the policy of zero tolerance toward drunk drivers and defended his earlier categorisation of them as "terrorists on the road". "I stand firmly by my statement that drunk drivers are terrorists in every sense, as they destroy lives, families, and futures. It's time we, as a society, stop calling drunk driving a mistake. It is a crime that shatters lives and must be punished accordingly," the police commissioner argued. ...Read More >

Deccan Chronicle - Entertainment - News Image
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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 12:43 AM

Hyderabad and Rachakonda Report Nearly 55,000 Drunk Driving Cases in 10 Months

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad and Rachakonda commissionerates have collectively reported 54,760 incidents of drunk driving till October this year, highlighting the persistent menace of intoxicated driving on city roads, which has at times led to deadly mishaps. The Cyberabad traffic police apprehended 457 drunk drivers in just one week. The deadly Kurnool bus accident, which claimed 19 lives, was reportedly caused by an allegedly drunk biker who fell off his vehicle on the National Highway. The ill- ...Read More >

Free Press Journal - Entertainment - News Image
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EntertainmentOct 26, 2025 03:21 PM

'Drunk Drivers Are Terrorists': Hyderabad Top Cop After 20 Killed In Kurnool Bus Fire Tragedy

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar on Friday condemned the Kurnool bus fire that left at least 20 people dead, calling drunk driving an act of "terror." The Bengaluru-bound private sleeper bus caught fire after colliding with a fallen motorbike on National Highway 44 near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh in the early hours of Friday. Investigations revealed that the crash occurred after a biker, allegedly intoxicated, lost control and died on the spot, leaving his motorcycle on the r ...Read More >

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OtherOct 24, 2025 10:54 AM

ICE detains Indian national after fatal DUI crash in California

LOS ANGELES, California -- Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged an arrest detainer for Jashanpreet Singh, a criminal illegal alien from India, following a DUI accident that resulted in the deaths of three individuals in San Bernardino County, California. On October 22, Singh was arrested by local authorities on charges of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving under the influence, according to a press release from ICE. Dash camera footage captured the crash. Singh ...Read More >

News9live - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsOct 23, 2025 04:55 PM

Illegal Indian truck driver high on drugs causes fiery California crash, killing 3

New Delhi: A 21-year-old Indian man, identified as Jashanpreet Singh has been arrested in the United States for allegedly causing a multi-vehicle crash in San Bernardino County, California. The accident killed three people and injured several others. Singh, an illegal immigrant, was under the influence of drugs while driving a semi-truck at the time of the incident. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the crash occurred when Singh's Freightliner tractor-trailer slammed into slow-m ...Read More >

Deccan Chronicle - Other - News Image
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OtherOct 01, 2025 01:42 AM

Telangana Reports 7,760 Road Deaths in 2023

Hyderabad: Telangana recorded 22,903 road accidents in 2023, which left more than 21,000 people injured and claimed 7,760 lives, according to the latest Crime in India 2023 report released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). The state accounted for nearly five per cent of all road accidents reported nationwide. Overspeeding remained the leading cause of fatalities, responsible for 6,720 deaths. The overall toll marked a 1.33 per cent rise from 7,559 deaths recorded in 2022. Telangana's ...Read More >

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BusinessSep 30, 2025 08:02 PM

Drug menace will be dealt with iron hand, says new Hyderabad Police Commissioner

Hyderabad, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hyderabad's new Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar on Tuesday asserted that the police would deal with the menace of drugs with an iron hand. Addressing a press conference after assuming office, he said drugs were the biggest problem faced by Hyderabad, which is the fastest-growing city in the country. As the drug menace is destroying the future of youth, the police will deal with it firmly, he said. Past drug-related cases will be reviewed thoroughly, traci ...Read More >

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OtherSep 26, 2025 04:38 PM

Drunken driving a grave menace to public safety, observes Punjab and Haryana HC

Chandigarh, Sep 26 (PTI) The Punjab and Haryana High Court has described drunken driving as a grave menace which strikes at the root of societal order and also held that any leniency in such cases would send a wrong signal and embolden others to indulge in similar hazardous conduct. The court of justice Sumeet Goel passed these observations while rejecting the bail plea of a truck driver, who had hit a parked car on the Sangrur-Patiala road, leaving a 24-year-old MBBS student dead. A case was ...Read More >

Free Press Journal - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsSep 16, 2025 04:01 PM

Delhi BMW Crash: Accused Gaganpreet Kaur Tests Negative For Alcohol - VIDEO

New Delhi: The accused in the Dhaula Kuan BMW accident case, Gaganpreet Kaur, has tested negative for alcohol, Delhi Police said on Tuesday. Gaganpreet was sent for a medical examination to determine if she was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. She was arrested and later remanded to two days of judicial custody at Tihar Jail following the tragic road accident, which claimed one life and left another person injured. The lawyer for the accused, Advocate Vikas Pa ...Read More >

LatestLY - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsSep 16, 2025 01:44 PM

India News | Delhi: Accused in Dhaula Kuan BMW Accident Case Tests Negative for Alcohol | LatestLY

New Delhi [India], September 16 (ANI): The accused in the Dhaula Kuan BMW accident case, Gaganpreet Kaur, has tested negative for alcohol, Delhi Police said on Tuesday. Gaganpreet was sent for a medical examination to determine if she was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. She was arrested and later remanded to two days of judicial custody at Tihar Jail following the tragic road accident, which claimed one life and left another person injured. Also Read | Dehra ...Read More >

ANI News - Politics - News Image
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PoliticsSep 16, 2025 01:25 PM

Delhi: Accused in Dhaula Kuan BMW accident case tests negative for alcohol

New Delhi [India], September 16 (ANI): The accused in the Dhaula Kuan BMW accident case, Gaganpreet Kaur, has tested negative for alcohol, Delhi Police said on Tuesday. Gaganpreet was sent for a medical examination to determine if she was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. She was arrested and later remanded to two days of judicial custody at Tihar Jail following the tragic road accident, which claimed one life and left another person injured. The lawyer for th ...Read More >

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OtherSep 15, 2025 09:53 PM

BMW crash puts focus back on Delhi's road safety record

New Delhi, Sep 15 (PTI) The death of a senior finance ministry official in a car crash here has once again put the spotlight back on Delhi's persistently high number of fatal accidents involving two-wheelers. Official data shows the city continues to lose nearly four lives every day on its roads. Deputy Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs, Navjot Singh, 52, a resident of Hari Nagar, was killed in the accident on the Ring Road near the Delhi Cantonment Metro station on Sunday afterno ...Read More >

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PoliticsSep 15, 2025 09:29 PM

Drunk driving: Mumbai accident victim dies; culpable homicide not amounting to murder charge added

Mumbai, Sep 15 (PTI) A man severely injured after being dashed by a car allegedly being driven by a inebriated woman on September 13 in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area has died, a police official said on Monday. The man, who is yet to be identified, died on Sunday night while undergoing treatment, the Ghatkopar police station official said. The accident took place around 6.15am near Excel Arcade building on LBS Road, barely 200m from Ghatkopar police station. CCTV footage showed car driver Bhavika Dam ...Read More >

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OtherSep 15, 2025 05:41 AM

SUV Jumps Footpath, Rams Into Shop In Mumbai, Alcohol Bottles Found In Car

The incident, which occurred on LBS Marg around 6:30 am today, left three people seriously injured An accident occurred in Mumbai's Ghatkopar when a Kia Seltos broke through a barricade, crossed the footpath, and collided with the wall of a shop. The incident, which occurred on LBS Marg around 6:30 am today, left three people seriously injured. The video showed the vehicle in a damaged condition, with the surrounding area, including barricades, also damaged. The car was seen resting on the st ...Read More >

The Times of India - Other - News Image
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OtherSep 15, 2025 12:03 AM

Day after Ghatkopar accident in Mumbai, drunk driver & her two friends arrested; victim still critic...

Mumbai: A day after a roadside dweller was left critically injured after a speeding SUV jumped onto the footpath and hit him, Ghatkopar police arrested the driver Bhavika Dama (30) and her friends Koram Bhanusali (30) and Aniket Bhansode.As the medical test confirmed that Dama, who sustained injuries to her hand, was driving under the influence of alcohol, police have added charges of drunk driving and culpable homicide. The unidentified victim, still unconscious, is being treated at Rajawadi Ho ...Read More >

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TechnologyAug 04, 2025 02:09 PM

Popular South Korean actor Song Young-Kyu found dead

New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) Veteran South Korean actor Song Young-Kyu, known for his roles in popular K-dramas like "Big Bet", "Hwarang" and "Hot Stove League", has been found dead inside a vehicle days after he was caught into a DUI scandal. The 55-year-old was reportedly found dead in a car on Sunday at a townhouse complex in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. An investigation has been launched by the Yongin Eastern Police Station. His cause of death remains unknown, local news website Koreaboo reported. ...Read More >

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