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The Hindu
a day ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Why Hyderabad's roads look worse on online maps than in real life
Inside the Hyderabad Traffic Control Room, a wall of screens show vehicles moving steadily along a major corridor. Yet, on a mobile phone, Google Maps paints a different picture — the same stretch marked in deep red, signalling heavy congestion that doesn't match the live feed in the control room. Such mismatches between what is on the ground and what the navigation apps indicate have become common, particularly during the rainy season. For commuters, they can mean the difference between a quick trip and an unnecessary detour. For traffic managers, they create confusion, trigger complaints and sometimes lead to inaccurate perception of road conditions. According to a police officer, the differences stem from the way Google Maps collects and processes data. Instead of tapping directly into city surveillance feeds or counting vehicles, the platform relies heavily on crowd-sourced location data from mobile phones. If a cluster of users in the same area is stationary or moving slowly, whether due to a traffic signal, weather, or even a tea break, the system may interpret it as a traffic jam and reflect that in its colour-coded maps. Google Maps says it integrates real-time traffic information, including accident reports and road closures or diversions, from various sources and analyses historical traffic data to estimate current conditions and predict near-future speeds. Technology expert Rajeev Krishna explained that the platform measures average speeds over small stretches of about 50–100 metres, then adjusts these figures using historical data for the same day and time. 'If vehicles wait at a red light for five minutes at zero speed, then move for one minute at 10 kmph, Google's average becomes roughly 1.6 kmph. It's never truly live, it's an average,' he said, adding that in places where police manually alter signal timings, the estimates often fail. 'Google might flag deep red, but our cameras show a moving traffic,' said an official from the Hyderabad traffic control room, adding that police decisions are guided primarily by live CCTV feed and on-ground intelligence rather than app-based data. Mr. Krishna believes a formal data-sharing framework between the government and Google could make traffic predictions more reliable and enable better emergency response. The idea of closer integration has been under discussion for some time. In February 2025, Hyderabad Police and Google explored options for linking real-time Maps data with automated signal controls based on vehicle counts and using cloud-based AI to store and quickly retrieve CCTV footage for analysis. Custom traffic insights for Hyderabad Two collaborative projects are already in the pipeline — Green Signal (to suggest signal timing tweaks) and Road Management Insights (RMI). Joint Commissioner (Traffic) D. Joel Davis said these aim to tailor Google's extensive data for local needs. 'The model gives us insights into road and traffic patterns such as which corridors are busy at a given time, travel times on specific routes, types of congestion and historical trends,' he said. While Google Maps has vast amounts of raw data, Mr. Davis noted it is not in a format directly usable for law enforcement. Under the partnership, the information is being customised to suit Hyderabad's conditions, helping identify the most congested corridors and plan interventions. These insights will be available only to the police and not to the public. The department is yet to take a final decision on implementation, with financial discussions pending. Google Maps remains, for now, a tool better suited for guiding motorists than managing the city's complex and unpredictable traffic flow.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kannauj Forensic Science Laboratory gets ISO certification, 1st in UP
LUCKNOW: The Kannauj Forensic Science Laboratory in Uttar Pradesh achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first laboratory in the state to receive the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. On August 8, 2025, Rajeev Krishna, the Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh, was presented with the certificate by Naveen Arora, Additional Director General of Police, Technical Services Headquarters. This certification recognises the laboratory's commitment to maintaining high standards in forensic examination, analysis, and support for law enforcement agencies, said ADG, Technical Services, Naveen Arora. The achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of the supervisory officers and employees of the Kannauj laboratory, under the guidance of the Additional Director General of Police, Technical Services Headquarters, and the supervision of the In-charge Director of the Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh. ADG Arora said that for the last six months, efforts were made by the Kannauj FSL to strive for the certification. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One Click Can Change Everything..!! Play Now Undo 'All the parameters were followed, including upgraded equipment, proper storage facilities, staff services, patient sample collection facilities, facility maintenance, and environmental conditions. Furthermore, it covers auditing of reagents, laboratory equipment, and consumables as well. " He added that accreditation provides credibility and ensures that lab results are reliable. The ISO 9001:2015 certification underscores the laboratory's adherence to quality, transparency, impartiality, and scientific rigour in its operations. This certification not only enhances the operational framework of the Kannauj laboratory but also bolsters the credibility of scientific evidence presented in the judicial system, marking a significant advancement in the region's forensic capabilities. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
UP averages five police encounters a day since '17
Lucknow: Since March 20, 2017, UP Police has conducted 15,140 encounters across the state, averaging almost five a day. These encounters resulted in the deaths of 243 criminals and the arrest of over 31,000 accused, according to UP police data up to August 6, 2025. The data shows that 1,720 cops were injured in these confrontations, while 18 were killed in the line of duty. State DGP Rajeev Krishna said every action is taken with transparency, adherence to legal procedure, and respect for human rights. The significant decline in organised crime since 2017 reflects the commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for people and a policy of zero tolerance towards crime and criminals. "UP Police has followed NHRC guidelines in these encounters," he mentioned that during exchanges of fire with dreaded criminals, police officers have shown exceptional bravery, laid down their lives in the line of duty, and suffered bullet injuries. "Under the policy of zero tolerance of crime and criminals, extensive operations against gang lords and mafia have been undertaken by UP police since 2017 and will continue," he added. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Travel Guide: 20 Blue Flag Beaches with Unforgettable Views Learn More Undo by Taboola by Taboola Meerut zone recorded the highest number of encounters (4,282), followed by Agra zone (2,326) and Bareilly zone (2,004). In Meerut alone, 81 criminals were killed, 2,951 injured, and 4,568 arrested during this period. In Lucknow Zone, police conducted 806 encounters, killing 17 criminals and arresting 1,781, with 166 police personnel injured. The Gautam Buddh Nagar Commissionerate saw 1,084 encounters, while Kanpur Zone reported 671. Western Uttar Pradesh zones and commissionerates dominate the encounter figures. Meerut, Agra, Bareilly, and Gautam Buddh Nagar together account for over half of all encounters statewide. Officials attribute this to the concentration of organised criminal networks in these areas. Among commissionerates, Gautam Buddh Nagar leads with 1,084 encounters, followed by Agra Commissionerate (430) and Ghaziabad Commissionerate (696). Varanasi Commissionerate reported 124 encounters, while Lucknow Commissionerate saw 132. Senior police officers say the encounters were largely the result of armed criminals opening fire during raids, prompting retaliatory action. "The objective has always been to ensure public safety and law enforcement, with encounters being a last resort in situations where criminals fire at police teams," a senior officer said. Some of the important encounters include those of Vikas Dubey, who had a bounty of Rs 5 lakh on his head. He was involved in 60 criminal cases and killed eight police officers, including a DSP. Shakeel Ahmad, another criminal with a bounty of Rs 2.5 lakh, was involved in 25 cases. His criminal activities were a significant concern. Kamal Bahadur, also with a bounty of Rs 2.5 lakh, was linked to 10 criminal cases. His elimination was seen as a relief to the local communities affected by his crimes. Lastly, Laxman Yadav, who had a bounty of Rs 1.5 lakh, was involved in 34 cases. His criminal record was extensive, and his encounter marked the end of a long-standing threat in the region. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
DGP for cyber cell strengthening, timely resolution of complaints
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna on Friday conducted a statewide virtual review meeting, focusing on public hearings, cybercrime, training, and the compliance status of orders issued from police headquarters. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The meeting was attended by all ADGs, commissioners, IGs, DIGs, SSPs, SPs, and district in-charges across Uttar Pradesh. The police chief reiterated his ten key priorities and reviewed the progress of each in sequence. He emphasised that these priorities can be effectively achieved through three foundational pillars: technology, training, and talent expertise. During the discussion on the resolution of public complaints, the DGP said that the evaluation of complaint handling should be based on concrete information and data. He reviewed comparative data on the resolution of complaints through district-level IGRS (Integrated Grievance Redressal System) via a presentation and directed senior officers to regularly review IGRS cases themselves. He added that senior officers' performance will be evaluated based on the timely and quality resolution of public grievances. Similarly, district in-charges must assess the work of their station in-charges using the same criteria. Police stations must improve their functioning to ensure that any member of the public can approach them without hesitation to register a complaint. The entry of undesirable elements into police stations must be strictly prohibited. On the issue of cybercrime, the DGP noted a rise in cases since the COVID-19 pandemic and stressed the need for the Uttar Pradesh Police to enhance its capabilities accordingly. Instructions for strengthening cyber cells at police stations have already been issued. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Within the next 15 days, senior officers must ensure that these cyber cells are fully operational and staffed with skilled personnel. He also instructed that all police officers must enroll on the CyTrain portal for cybercrime training, an initiative by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre under the Ministry of Home Affairs. He further said that cyber cells at both the station and district levels should be strengthened and must actively use the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) to address victims' complaints. An SOP regarding actions on the portal will soon be issued by headquarters to assist cyber cells across districts, commissionerates, and police stations in operating efficiently.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
UP DGP holds review meet on grievances, cybercrime, training; stresses accountability
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna on Friday chaired a state-wide review meeting through video conferencing with senior police officials, focusing on the handling of public grievances, cybercrime, and the quality of police training. UP DGP holds review meet on grievances, cybercrime, training; stresses accountability According to a statement, the DGP began by reiterating his 10 key priorities for the force, noting that their effective achievement depends on three core pillars — technology, training, and specialised talent. He reviewed progress on each priority in sequence, stressing that the agenda must be pursued with precision and accountability. On public grievance redressal, Krishna emphasised that evaluations must be based on data and measurable outcomes. Using a comparative presentation of complaint resolution figures from the Integrated Grievance Redress System , he directed senior officers to personally review cases regularly. "The performance of senior officials and district police chiefs would be judged on the timeliness and quality of grievance disposal, and in turn, they must evaluate their station house officers on the same basis," the DGP said. "Police stations must create an environment where citizens feel comfortable lodging complaints, with strict measures to keep undesirable elements out," he added. He called for a "laser focus" on resolving grievances effectively. Turning to cybercrime, Krishna noted a sharp rise in such offences since the COVID-19 pandemic and urged that the UP Police's capacity be upgraded accordingly. He instructed that cyber cells at all police stations be strengthened within the next 15 days, with only skilled and knowledgeable personnel appointed to them. Training through the CyTrain portal of the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre should be widely adopted, with visible results expected within the same timeframe. He also called for increased use of the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal by cyber cells at both station and district levels, with prompt action on complaints received through it. The DGP announced that a standard operating procedure for this portal would soon be issued from headquarters. Discussing training, Krishna described it as a daily priority and an attitude, not merely an activity. He directed senior officers to ensure quality training in districts and PAC units during their visits, covering both operational and situational readiness. Training, he stressed, is a command responsibility that senior officers must directly oversee. He also urged them to maintain up-to-date knowledge of law, forensics, and technology. The DGP revealed that police headquarters is categorising all UP Police personnel according to their skills, qualifications, and specialisations, and that in future, assignments will be based on these capabilities, according to the statement. Concluding the meeting, he urged officers to bring about improvements and changes in work culture, and to ensure the strict implementation of all circulars and directives issued by headquarters. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
