Helmets Mandatory

The existing rules on mandatory insurance cover, wearing of headgear on two-wheelers, and penal action for non-compliance are already applicable to electric vehicles, the Delhi High Court said today.

The Mumbai traffic police today issued a notification making helmets mandatory for pillion riders as well and warned of action against those who violate the rule. The rule will come into effect after 15 days.

प्रत्येक उल्लंघन के लिए जुर्माना रुपये1,000 होगा और राइडर को तीन महीने की अवधि के लिए ड्राइविंग लाइसेंस रखने के लिए अयोग्य भी ठहराया जा सकता है.

Flouting these new guidelines would attract a fine of Rs. 1,000 and a three-month suspension of the driver's licence.

The draft proposal includes mandating a crash helmet for kids between nine months and four years as well as a safety harness that will attach the child to the rider. The ministry also plans to limit vehicle speed to under 40 kmph for two-wheelers with kids.

SunRisers Hyderabad's Vijay Shankar had a close shave when the cricket ball hit his helmet while he was trying to take a quick run.

Karnataka's Transport Department has made helmets mandatory for all people riding on the two-wheelers and imposed a three-month suspension of driving license for non-compliance.

In yet another relaxation in stringent provisions of the amended Motor Vehicles Act (MVA), the Gujarat government on Wednesday relaxed compulsory helmet rule in areas under municipal corporations and municipalities, but the headgear will remain mandatory for two-wheeler riders on highways and in rural areas.

Steve Smith, who collapsed to the ground face first after the vicious ball from Jofra Archer smacked into the side of his neck, was not wearing a neck guard.

The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has made wearing helmets mandatory for two-wheeler riders on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway.

Two-wheeler riders without a helmet will not be able to buy petrol in Noida and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, after the Noida District Administration has taken an initiative by announcing the move. The District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar has instructed all fuel filling stations in Noida and Greater Noida to spread awareness and tell people ...

Legislators belonging to the opposition AIADMK Tuesday broke helmets on the premises of the Assembly to protest against the rule making wearing of the headgear mandatory without creating awareness on its use.

Puducherry has made it a must for motorcyclists to wear crash helmets and car drivers to fasten seat-belts from February 11, territorial Director General of Police S Sundari Nanda said on Friday.

Two-wheeler safety gear manufacturer, Steelbird Hi-Tech has rolled out its new range of helmets that meet the new BIS standard. The company claims it's the first helmet maker to receive the certifications and approvals for its products and facilities to meet the new helmet standards. The IS 4151 :2015 will be mandatory for new helmets from January ...

To ensure the safety of women while driving, Haryana on Thursday made the wearing of a helmet mandatory for women riding two-wheelers.

The existing rules on mandatory insurance cover, wearing of headgear on two-wheelers, and penal action for non-compliance are already applicable to electric vehicles, the Delhi High Court said today.

The Mumbai traffic police today issued a notification making helmets mandatory for pillion riders as well and warned of action against those who violate the rule. The rule will come into effect after 15 days.

प्रत्येक उल्लंघन के लिए जुर्माना रुपये1,000 होगा और राइडर को तीन महीने की अवधि के लिए ड्राइविंग लाइसेंस रखने के लिए अयोग्य भी ठहराया जा सकता है.

Flouting these new guidelines would attract a fine of Rs. 1,000 and a three-month suspension of the driver's licence.

The draft proposal includes mandating a crash helmet for kids between nine months and four years as well as a safety harness that will attach the child to the rider. The ministry also plans to limit vehicle speed to under 40 kmph for two-wheelers with kids.

SunRisers Hyderabad's Vijay Shankar had a close shave when the cricket ball hit his helmet while he was trying to take a quick run.

Karnataka's Transport Department has made helmets mandatory for all people riding on the two-wheelers and imposed a three-month suspension of driving license for non-compliance.

In yet another relaxation in stringent provisions of the amended Motor Vehicles Act (MVA), the Gujarat government on Wednesday relaxed compulsory helmet rule in areas under municipal corporations and municipalities, but the headgear will remain mandatory for two-wheeler riders on highways and in rural areas.

Steve Smith, who collapsed to the ground face first after the vicious ball from Jofra Archer smacked into the side of his neck, was not wearing a neck guard.

The Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has made wearing helmets mandatory for two-wheeler riders on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway.

Two-wheeler riders without a helmet will not be able to buy petrol in Noida and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, after the Noida District Administration has taken an initiative by announcing the move. The District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar has instructed all fuel filling stations in Noida and Greater Noida to spread awareness and tell people ...

Legislators belonging to the opposition AIADMK Tuesday broke helmets on the premises of the Assembly to protest against the rule making wearing of the headgear mandatory without creating awareness on its use.

Puducherry has made it a must for motorcyclists to wear crash helmets and car drivers to fasten seat-belts from February 11, territorial Director General of Police S Sundari Nanda said on Friday.

Two-wheeler safety gear manufacturer, Steelbird Hi-Tech has rolled out its new range of helmets that meet the new BIS standard. The company claims it's the first helmet maker to receive the certifications and approvals for its products and facilities to meet the new helmet standards. The IS 4151 :2015 will be mandatory for new helmets from January ...

To ensure the safety of women while driving, Haryana on Thursday made the wearing of a helmet mandatory for women riding two-wheelers.