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Why do traffic lights use red, yellow, and green only? The global standard that changed road safety forever

etimes.in / Jun 07, 2026, 19:26 (IST)

Traffic lights, a universal symbol of order, evolved from chaotic roads to controlled intersections. Red, chosen for its visibility in poor conditions, signals stop. Green, replacing confusing white, signifies go, offering psychological calm and high visibility. Yellow, introduced later, acts as a crucial transition, warning drivers to proceed with caution. This simple yet effective system dramatically improved road safety.

Man sits on road as pregnant wife 'trapped' in traffic jam after VIP convoy stops vehicles in Bengaluru

TNN / Jun 01, 2026, 12:24 (IST)

A traffic jam on Old Airport Road, exacerbated by underpass construction, sparked public outrage after a man with his pregnant wife protested being stuck for nearly 30 minutes due to the Governor's convoy. The incident has reignited debates on VIP culture, with police launching an inquiry into the alleged 30-minute halt.

Ravi Nagar Square Gridlocked AsPvt Buses, Food Stalls Clog Road

Jun 10, 2026, 01:05 (IST)

Share-auto surge slows traffic, puts passengers at risk

Jun 03, 2026, 22:28 (IST)

Biker abuses and assaults traffic cop near Beckbagan naka, arrested

Jun 08, 2026, 00:17 (IST)

Traffic fine dropped after Florida cop accuses amputee of texting

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 30, 2026, 16:46 (IST)

A Florida woman, ticketed for holding a cellphone in her right hand while driving despite lacking one, had her citation dismissed. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office requested the dismissal due to insufficient evidence after the unusual traffic stop gained viral attention. The deputy's initial observation was contradicted by video evidence, leading to the case's resolution.

Traffic meet’s congestion fix focuses on reduced crisscrossing of vehicles at key junctions, encroachment removal among key measures

Jun 07, 2026, 01:09 (IST)

Wrong-side driving at Nashik’s Indiranagar underpass, especially at night, poses accident risk

Jun 08, 2026, 00:45 (IST)

Traffic on Taratala flyover suspended after gas leak

Jun 03, 2026, 00:05 (IST)

Dumper driver hits car, speeds down wrong lane on SG Highway in a bid to escape

Jun 05, 2026, 00:20 (IST)

Police Chase And Arrested, Booked For Rash Driving

Viral video claims 30-minute traffic halt for governor’s convoy; Bengaluru police deny

Jun 02, 2026, 00:14 (IST)

MCOCA chargesheet against traffic extortion syndicate, assets worth rs 10cr attached

Jun 07, 2026, 23:27 (IST)

5-arm Bristol Chowk set for overhaul to cut snarls in Gurgaon

Jun 09, 2026, 00:29 (IST)

Signal Shift, New U-Turns & Curbs On Direct Right Turn Among Plans For Smooth Traffic Flow

Bopal gridlock: Defunct signals, little parking, zero rules

Jun 04, 2026, 00:11 (IST)

Former Army officer alleges harassment by traffic cops during drunk-driving check in Gurgaon

Jun 09, 2026, 00:33 (IST)

He has approached the city police commissioner and deputy commissioner (traffic), seeking a departmental inquiry

TOI EXCLUSIVE: JLN Marg to soon become first signal-free road of Jaipur

Jun 07, 2026, 23:49 (IST)

No lapses in drunk driving check: Police deny harassment claims by ex-Army man, cites bodycam footage

Jun 10, 2026, 00:26 (IST)

Inquiry finds machine was calibrated by certified lab, cops followed standard procedure

Stray cattle continue to pose problems at Mattuthavani market

Jun 09, 2026, 22:45 (IST)

Stray cattle continue to pose problems at Mattuthavani market

Jun 09, 2026, 22:45 (IST)

As bus catches fire, duo evacuate all 17 passengers

Jun 06, 2026, 16:48 (IST)

Remove encroachments on JSR roads, streamline autorickshaw movement to ease traffic flow: DC

Jun 08, 2026, 20:57 (IST)

Several Indian workers killed in Dubai after minibus hits truck

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 08, 2026, 21:47 (IST)

Tragedy struck in Dubai as a minibus carrying Indian workers collided with a truck, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Authorities revealed the truck had stopped unexpectedly due to a technical issue. Preliminary investigations suggest the bus driver's inattentive driving and failure to maintain a safe distance contributed to the devastating crash.