Events in Goa

JCI Curchorem Conducts Road Safety Awareness Programme to Promote Responsible Driving

JCI Curchorem, in collaboration with the Traffic Cell, Curchorem, and Guardian Angel Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, organised a Road Safety Awareness Programme to educate students on responsible driving, traffic regulations, and the importance of road safety.

Travel

Uber Launches ‘Record My Ride’ and Ambulance Assistance in Major Safety Upgrade Across India

Uber has introduced a suite of industry-first safety features in India, including Record My Ride, encrypted in-cab video recording for drivers, and Ambulance Assistance in partnership with Dial 4242. The latest innovations aim to enhance rider and driver safety while setting new standards for the ride-hailing industry.

Human Interest

Traffic Diversions Announced as Mandovi Bridges Undergo Repair Work

Temporary night closures and traffic diversions will be in place on May 14 and 15 as repair work on the New and Old Mandovi bridges is undertaken by the PWD. Authorities have advised commuters to follow diversion routes and cooperate during the maintenance operations.

National

Government of Bihar Launches “Gaddha Batao, ₹5,000 Pao” Initiative to Fix Potholes

The Government of Bihar has rolled out the “Gaddha Batao, ₹5,000 Pao” initiative, rewarding citizens ₹5,000 for reporting verified potholes on state roads to improve infrastructure and road safety.

Social

Zuno General Insurance Revives ‘Talking Zebra’ Road Safety Campaign as Goa Records 430 Accidents in 2025

Zuno General Insurance has relaunched its popular ‘Talking Zebra’ road safety campaign during Road Safety Month, introducing interactive elements to encourage responsible driving as Goa reports over 430 road accidents in 2025.