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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
Thiruvananthapuram seventh safest city in India, 149th globally
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Thiruvananthapuram has secured the 7th position among the safest cities in the country according to the Numbeo Safety Index 2025. Globally, it stands 149th with a safety index score of 61.1 and a crime index of 38.9. The Numbeo Safety Index is a crowdsourced, real-time assessment of how safe people feel in their countries and cities. It ranks cities based on public perceptions of safety in daily life, covering both daytime and nighttime experiences. It evaluates personal safety concerns such as risks of mugging, robbery, car theft, physical attacks and harassment in public places. The index also factors in discrimination based on skin colour, ethnicity, gender, or religion, alongside property crimes like vandalism and burglary, and violent crimes such as assault and homicide. A higher safety index score indicates a city is safer with lower crime rates and more effective law enforcement. Thiruvananthapuram's position ahead of large metro cities like Chennai and Pune highlights the city's relative security and improved public safety. The capital's position reflects the impact of higher detection rates, swift responses to complaints and active citizen participation.
News18
5 days ago
- News18
GK: India's Top 10 Safest Cities 2025, Check If Your City Is On The List
Mangalore has been ranked the safest city in India in 2025, followed by Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and Surat, while Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad are among the least safe. Despite India's steady rise as a global economic and tech powerhouse, safety remains a key concern for its urban population. In the latest mid-2025 Numbeo Safety Index, India ranked 67th worldwide with a modest safety score of 55.8. Yet, when zoomed in on its cities, a few urban centres stand out for providing a greater sense of security to their residents. Mangalore, known for its clean streets and disciplined civic systems, has emerged as the safest city in India, securing the 49th spot globally. Meanwhile, Gujarat shines on the safety map with three of its cities—Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and Surat—making it to the national top 10. On the other end of the spectrum, major NCR hubs like Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad continue to struggle with crime, ranking among the least safe cities in the country. Check the full list below. Top 10 Safest Cities In India | Mid-2025 Rankings Global Rank India Rank City, State Safety Index Crime Index 49 1 Mangalore, Karnataka 74.2 25.8 85 2 Vadodara, Gujarat 69.2 30.8 93 3 Ahmedabad, Gujarat 68.2 31.8 106 4 Surat, Gujarat 66.6 33.4 118 5 Jaipur, Rajasthan 65.2 34.8 126 6 Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 63.5 36.5 149 7 Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 61.1 38.9 158 8 Chennai, Tamil Nadu 60.3 37.9 167 9 Pune, Maharashtra 58.7 41.3 175 10 Chandigarh 57.4 42.6 Several cities in the Middle East continue to set global benchmarks for safety and public order, with an impressive five making it to the world's top 10 safest cities in the mid-2025 Numbeo rankings. At the forefront is Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, which has maintained its position as the world's safest city for the ninth year in a row. Check list of top 10 safest cities in the world here: Top 10 Safest Cities In The World 2025 Source: Numbeo Safety Index by City 2025 view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Indian Express
Top 10 safest cities in India 2025: Mangalore leads, Delhi ranks at the bottom
Top 10 safest cities in India 2025: India was positioned 67th among the world's safest countries in the latest Numbeo Safety Index mid-2025 rankings, achieving an index score of 55.8. However, in city-wise safety rankings, Mangalore has been ranked as the safest city in India, praised for its low crime rates and strong civic infrastructure, globally ranking #49 with a safety index score of 74.2. In Gujarat, three cities—Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and Surat—rank next with safety scores of 69.2, 68.2, and 66.6, respectively. The capital city, New Delhi, along with Noida and Ghaziabad, has been ranked among the most unsafe Indian cities. The cities' growing concerns over safety, especially for women, have pushed them to the bottom of the index, with Delhi having a crime index score of 59.03, Ghaziabad with 58.44, and Noida with 55.1. Source: Numbeo Safety Index by City 2025 Methodology: Numbeo analysed how secure people feel in their daily lives, both during daylight hours and at night, and ranked them on the basis of public perceptions of threats such as 'mugging, robbery, car theft, physical attacks by strangers, harassment in public places, and discrimination based on factors like skin colour, ethnicity, gender or religion.' It also includes concerns over property crimes like vandalism and burglary, as well as violent crimes like assault and homicide. Several cities in the Middle East have earned global recognition for their safety and stability, with, notably, five of them being ranked among the world's top 10 safest cities. Leading the list is Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with a safety index score of 88.8 mid-year, holding the top spot as the safest city globally for the ninth consecutive year, while the UAE ranks second at the country level. Source: Numbeo Safety Index by City 2025 Cherry Gupta is an Assistant Manager – Content at The Indian Express. She leads the Top 10 section, curating list-based features on key national and international developments, and manages daily news content. She also produces SEO-driven articles and collaborates with the Lifestyle team to conduct interviews with notable artists and write workplace culture features. ... Read More
India.com
22-07-2025
- India.com
This small country is the world's safest, India beats US and UK in ranking, Pakistan and China stand at...
This small country is the world's safest, India beats US and UK in ranking, Pakistan and China stand at… World's Safest Country: Do you know which is the safest country in the world? Andorra, which is a tiny European country surrounded by snowy mountains, has become the safest country in 2025 by beating superpowers. Middle East countries such as UAE, Qatar and Oman have also managed to make it to the top five. Meanwhile, India has left behind developed countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom. Pakistan's ranking is ahead of India in the safest country ranking. According to a report by Numbeo Safety Index 2025, Andorra, which has the population of only 80,000 people, is the safest country in the world. The report has mentioned safety ranking of a total of 147 countries. What Are The Top 10 Safe Countries? As per the report, Andorra is the safest country world with a score of 84.7 in the Numbeo Safety Index 2025. It is followed by the United Arab Emirates (84.5), Qatar (84.2), Taiwan (82.9) and Oman (81.7) in the top five. The other countries which have made their place in the top 10 ranking are — Isle of Man (79.0), Hong Kong (78.5), Armenia (77.9), Singapore (77.4), and Japan (77.1). Citizens here feel themselves the safest. India Ahead Of America And Britain India's performance in the ranking, at 66th out of 147 countries with a score of 55.7, surpasses US (89th, 50.8) and the UK (87th, 51.7). The result is surely unexpected given India's previous perception as a secure and stable nation. China On Top Among South Asian Countries China has secured 15th position with a score of 76.0. Notably, Beijing's ranking is the best in the South Asian region. It is followed by Sri Lanka (59th, score 57.9), Pakistan (65th, score: 56.3) and India (66th, score: 55.7). Notably, Bangladesh has been ranked 126th with a score of 38.4, while Afghanistan is on the 144th position with a score of 24.9. Most Unsafe Countries In The World According to the report, Venezuela is the most unsafe country in the world with the lowest score of 19.3. It is followed by Papua New Guinea (19.7), Haiti (21.1), Afghanistan (24.9), South Africa (25.3), Honduras (28.0), Trinidad and Tobago (29.1), Syria (31.9), Jamaica (32.6) and Peru (32.9). these are the country where the highest concerns were recorded about people's safety. What Is Numbeo Safety Index? A global index, reflecting user-reported crime rates, safety perceptions, policing challenges, and personal safety concerns, has been compiled. Note that this index may vary from official government statistics.
News18
22-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
India Beats US & UK In Safety Index 2025. Here's Which Country Is Safest In Asia
Ranked 66th out of 147 nations with a score of 55.7, it edged past United Kingdom (87th, 51.7) and the US (89th, 50.8)—two countries often regarded as safe, developed democracies In a world where safety often shapes both perception and policy, the latest global safety rankings have delivered a few surprises. According to the 2025 Numbeo Safety Index, China has emerged as the safest country in Asia, while India has outperformed several Western powers long seen as models of stability. China secured the 15th spot globally with a safety score of 76.0, placing it well ahead of regional and international counterparts. The Numbeo index, which draws on user-submitted data from around the world, assesses countries based on crime rates, public perception of safety, and trust in law enforcement. India, though much further down the list, delivered a noteworthy performance. Ranked 66th out of 147 nations with a score of 55.7, it edged past the United Kingdom (87th, 51.7) and the United States (89th, 50.8)—two countries often regarded as safe, developed democracies. Among India's South Asian neighbours, Sri Lanka ranked 59th (score: 57.9), Pakistan was at 65th (score: 56.3), and Bangladesh was down below at 126th (score: 38.4). Leading the global rankings this year is the tiny European nation of Andorra, crowned the 'world's safest country of 2025" with an impressive safety score of 84.7. Tucked away in the Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain, Andorra earned high marks for its exceptionally low crime rates and strong sense of public security. Also making a strong showing were three Middle Eastern countries—United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Oman—all of which secured spots in the top five worldwide. Their high rankings were attributed to well-developed security infrastructures and consistently low levels of crime. Let's take a look at the top 10 on the list: 1. Andorra – 84.7 2. United Arab Emirates (UAE) – 84.5 3. Qatar – 84.2 4. Taiwan – 82.9 5. Oman – 81.7 6. Isle of Man (a British Crown Dependency) – 79.0 7. Hong Kong (China) – 78.5 8. Armenia – 77.9 9. Singapore – 77.4 10. Japan – 77.1 At the other end of the rankings, Venezuela was named the least safe country, recording a concerning safety score of just 19.3. Other countries grappling with conflict, political turmoil, and high crime—such as Afghanistan, Syria, and Haiti—also ranked among the lowest, reflecting deep-rooted challenges to public safety and stability. The Numbeo Safety Index offers a real-time, crowd-sourced snapshot of how secure people feel in their own countries. It factors in multiple indicators, including fear of crime, reported incidents, and overall perceptions of safety. In its 2025 edition, the index analysed data from 146 countries. The latest results reveal a growing divide between countries with strong security frameworks and those facing mounting public safety issues—even among long-established Western democracies. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : China view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
