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学習塾「明光義塾」が子どもの交通安全意識について保護者を対象に調査を行いました。その結果、子どもが自転車を運転する際にヘルメットを「常に着用している」と回答した保護者は4割弱にとどまったことがわかりました。
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10日午後8時40分ごろ、岐阜県土岐市土岐津町の交差点で路線バスが信号待ちをしていた乗用車に衝突しました。衝突の弾みで、乗用車は前に止まっていた軽乗用車にぶつかりました。
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2025年10月10日 21:48（10日21:51更新） [有料会員限定記事]
名古屋鉄道は10日、走行中の列車の乗務員室で男性車掌（38歳）が紙たばこを吸っていたことを明らかにしました。
車掌は社内調査に対し、「プライベートの悩みで集中力が散漫になり、衝動的な行動に至った」と説明しています。
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JR東海が、大阪・関西万博で乗客が増加した新大阪駅の在来線乗り換え改札において、駅員の配置を最適化するために人工知能（AI）を活用しています。これまでは駅員の経験や勘に頼っていましたが、過去の人流データなどを元に時間帯ごとの混雑予測を行っています。
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JR新大阪駅の在来線乗り換え改札（写真提供：JR東海）
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Pune is witnessing an escalating challenge when it comes to parking, as the number of registered vehicles under the Pune City RTO has surpassed 40 lakh. Despite this surge, the administration has yet to provide effective alternative solutions for parking spaces, resulting in severe traffic jams and continuous congestion on key roads across the city.
According to data shared by the Traffic Department, ‘No Parking’ violations have crossed a staggering 10.76 lakh cases between 2023 and October 7, 2025. This alarming figure underscores the ongoing struggle with vehicular congestion and the lack of adequate parking infrastructure.
The Pune City Traffic Police have generated an impressive ₹70.26 crore in fines from violators during this period. This highlights the persistent challenge faced by traffic authorities in managing parking violations effectively.
Breaking down the data:
Manoj Patil, Additional Commissioner of Police (Traffic), spoke to The Free Press Journal about the ongoing efforts to address the issue. “These vehicles have been penalised for parking in no-parking spaces and causing severe traffic jams on particular roads. Many times, people park their vehicles in no-parking zones because they are in a hurry. Vehicle owners need to understand that violating traffic norms is unacceptable, and vehicles should be parked only at designated places.”
Patil added, “We are cracking down on illegal parking zones across major areas like FC Road, JM Road, and Koregaon Park. Awareness drives are also being conducted.”
Local residents and commuters believe the situation is a reflection of both inadequate urban planning and a lack of discipline among vehicle owners.
Sagar Bansode, a resident of Swargate, shared, “Finding a legal parking spot in central Pune is almost impossible. People are forced to park on the roadside even when they don’t want to.”
Amit Vibhute from Rasta Peth added, “The fines keep increasing, but there is hardly any solution in sight. The administration needs to create more designated parking spaces, not just penalise citizens. In the Rasta Peth area, many shops dealing in used vehicles have openly parked the used vehicles on the footpath. But police avoid fining them because they pay a minimal amount to the officers per month.”
As Pune grapples with rising vehicle numbers and shrinking parking options, the need for sustainable urban planning, stricter enforcement, and public cooperation has never been greater. Without a coordinated approach involving authorities and citizens alike, the city’s traffic woes and parking crisis are likely to worsen further.
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Truck transporters in Indore have initiated an indefinite voluntary strike, bringing the movement of goods in and out of the city to a near standstill. Now in its second day as of Tuesday, the strike is a protest against the police-imposed no-entry restrictions on trucks from 6 am to 11 pm.
By Tuesday afternoon, the impact of the strike was evident across the city. Over a thousand trucks remained parked, with transport operators suspending all bookings and deliveries. The protesting transporters also organized a rally, pledging to continue the shutdown until the restrictions are withdrawn.
“We will keep our business completely closed until the no-entry order is lifted,” said Rakesh Tiwari, president of the Indore Truck Operator and Transport Association. The strike has garnered unanimous support from all major transport organizations in the city, including the Association of Parcel Transport and Filet Owners and the Dewas Naka Welfare Association.
Tiwari explained that the transport associations strongly oppose the police administration’s new restrictions on key routes, which were imposed following a recent truck accident on Aerodrome Road. “Until we receive written assurances from the district and police administration, our strike will continue,” he warned.
“We are not against safety, but business continuity must also be ensured. The authorities must work with us to find a balanced solution,” he added.
With trucks grounded, several industrial and commercial areas — including Transport Nagar, Dewas Naka, Tej Palda, and Choithram Mandi — have reported significant delays in loading, unloading, and delivery operations. Many warehouses have remained idle due to the halted transport movement.
Story by Staff Reporter
**Medical Helicopter Crashes on Highway 50 in Sacramento, Causing Traffic Delays**
Sacramento, CA – A medical helicopter appeared to crash on a highway in Sacramento on Monday evening, leading to the closure of the eastbound lanes, according to officials.
The crash occurred just after 7 p.m., confirmed Officer Mike Carrillo, spokesperson for the Valley Division of the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Photos shared online showed a long line of vehicles backed up on Highway 50 behind the downed aircraft.
Details about the number of people on board or any injuries have not been released at this time.
“The cause of the crash is still under investigation and multiple agencies are responding,” Carrillo stated. Emergency crews and CHP personnel remain on scene managing the situation.
Residents are advised to expect significant delays on the highway and to use alternate routes if possible. “We ask the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to work safely,” Carrillo added.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
*Note: This article is auto-generated from an agency feed and, except for the headline, has not been edited by FPJ’s editorial team.*
https://www.freepressjournal.in/world/us-medical-helicopter-crashes-on-sacramento-highway-causing-major-traffic-delays
**Production Milestone! Ather Energy Rolls Out Its 500,000th Electric Scooter**
*By Akash Pandey | Oct 06, 2025, 04:37 PM*
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Ather Energy has reached a significant milestone by rolling out its 500,000th electric scooter from its manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The landmark unit is the company’s latest family-focused model, the Rizta, which has rapidly become one of Ather’s strongest growth drivers since its launch last year.
### Journey from Niche to Full-Range EV Manufacturer
Over the years, Ather has evolved from a niche performance EV brand into a full-range manufacturer catering to both family riders and enthusiasts. The company has aggressively expanded across middle and northern India, entering several tier-2 and tier-3 cities. This expansion aligns with Ather’s goal of making its growing product lineup and charging infrastructure more accessible to a wider audience.
### Expansion of Manufacturing Capabilities
Currently, Ather operates two facilities in Hosur: one dedicated to vehicle assembly and another focused on battery production. Together, these facilities have a combined capacity of 420,000 scooters per year. To meet the rising demand for its electric scooters, Ather is establishing a third facility, Factory 3.0, located in Bidkin, Maharashtra.
The new facility will be developed in two phases implementing Industry 4.0 principles. Once fully operational, Ather’s total manufacturing capacity will increase to 1.42 million (14.2 lakh) electric two-wheelers per year.
### Commitment to Quality and Reliability
Commenting on this milestone, Swapnil Jain, Co-founder and CTO of Ather Energy, described crossing the half-million mark as a major achievement. He highlighted that the company’s journey has been focused not only on building vehicles but also on establishing a scalable and reliable manufacturing ecosystem.
Jain credited years of dedicated engineering, rigorous testing, and meticulous attention to quality at every stage of production as key factors underpinning Ather’s continued success.
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Ather Energy’s recent milestone underscores its growing influence in India’s electric mobility space and its commitment to innovation, quality, and accessibility. The company is poised for further growth as it expands its product portfolio and manufacturing footprint.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/auto/ather-reaches-half-million-mark-prepares-to-triple-production-capacity/story
**Two Teenage Girls Found Dead Atop Brooklyn Subway Train in Suspected Subway Surfing Incident**
NEW YORK — Police found two teenage girls dead atop a train car at a Brooklyn subway station early on October 4. Authorities say the deaths are likely related to subway surfing, a dangerous trend that involves climbing on top of moving train cars.
At approximately 3:10 a.m., New York City police officers responded to a 911 call at the Marcy Avenue subway station. Upon arrival, officers discovered two unidentified girls unconscious and unresponsive on top of a J train. According to local news reports, the train had just crossed the Williamsburg Bridge from Manhattan into Brooklyn. First responders pronounced both girls dead at the scene, the NYPD confirmed.
Identification of the girls is pending, with families being notified, officials added. The investigation is ongoing, including a review of any relevant social media posts leading up to the incident.
A partial suspension of train service between lower Manhattan and Brooklyn occurred as authorities managed the response.
Demetrius Crichlow, president of New York City Transit, expressed heartbreak over the tragedy. “It’s heartbreaking that two young girls are gone because they somehow thought riding outside a subway train was an acceptable game,” he said in a statement. Crichlow urged parents, teachers, and friends to be clear with loved ones: “Getting on top of a subway car isn’t ‘surfing’ — it’s suicide.”
The trend of subway surfing has surfaced on social media, with some individuals filming and sharing the dangerous stunt. This recent tragedy is not isolated; The New York Daily News reported that just hours earlier on October 3, a 14-year-old boy was hospitalized after falling from the top of a Manhattan-bound 7 train in Queens.
Subway surfing has raised significant concerns among city officials due to the resulting injuries and fatalities among youth. The NYPD began tracking subway surfing in 2022 when the trend first emerged. According to NYPD data, at least three people died due to subway surfing in 2025. In 2024, six deaths were reported, and five people died from the activity in 2023.
In response, city and state officials launched a public information campaign in 2023 titled *Subway Surfing Kills: Ride Inside, Stay Alive*, aiming to deter youth from engaging in the dangerous behavior. Additionally, New York City has filed lawsuits against five social media companies, citing harm to youth mental health and highlighting subway surfing as a key example.
The NYPD has also deployed drones to monitor subway lines, while the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) has partnered with social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to remove videos depicting individuals riding outside of trains. Through June 2025, the MTA reported over 1,800 such videos had been taken down.
Subway stations regularly broadcast announcements warning against subway surfing. Recently, Bronx native and rapper Cardi B lent her voice to public service announcements aimed at promoting subway safety.
Eduardo Cuevas is based in New York City. For more information, contact him at emcuevas1@usastoday.com or via Signal at emcuevas.01.
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/subway-surfing-blamed-deaths-2-205413197.html
**Mumbai Metro Line-3 Train Evacuated Near Santacruz Station Following Technical Issue**
A Mumbai Metro train bound for Worli on the Aqua Line (Metro Line-3) was evacuated on Friday afternoon after experiencing a technical issue near Santacruz station, according to a statement by the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL).
**Evacuation at Santacruz Station**
The incident occurred at 2:44 pm when the train, heading towards Acharya Atre Chowk, developed a snag just before entering Santacruz station. While some passengers reported seeing smoke inside the train, MMRCL clarified that no fire or smoke was detected.
In an official statement, MMRCL said, “On Friday at 2:44 pm, a train moving towards Acharya Atre Chowk faced a technical issue while approaching Santacruz station. As a precautionary measure, the train was safely evacuated at Santacruz platform.”
**Train Shifted for Inspection**
Following the evacuation, the affected train was moved to the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) loop line for a detailed technical inspection. Although the service on the affected stretch was cancelled temporarily, all other metro services continued to operate as scheduled.
MMRCL expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to passengers and thanked them for their cooperation. “Passenger safety remains our highest priority, and necessary protocols were promptly followed to ensure safe operations,” the statement added.
**Context: Metro Line-3 Expansion**
This incident comes just months after the Acharya Atre Chowk–Aarey JVLR stretch of Metro Line-3 became operational on May 10, 2025. Prior to that, the BKC–Aarey JVLR stretch had opened on October 7, 2024.
The Aqua Line, spanning 33.5 km from Colaba to Aarey via BKC, is Mumbai’s first fully underground metro corridor. It is designed to significantly ease the city’s notorious traffic congestion.
Currently, Metro Line-3 is partially operational. According to sources, the final extension to Colaba is expected to become operational within a few weeks, completing the long-awaited corridor.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/mumbai-metro-line-3-train-evacuated-near-santacruz-after-technical-snag-mmrcl-denies-fire
