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Published on Sep 23, 2023 01:08 AM IST
Global diversity-focused network Encubay invites applications from women-led startups, startup ecosystem stakeholders, and VCs to participate in business delegation to GITEX North Star
Startup Mantra: Scripting success with green energy
Biofuels Junction’s briquettes, pellets serve as clean fuel options for environmentally conscious businesses
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:45 AM IST
Salil Urunkar
Woman slaps civic officer during anti-encroachment drive in Hadapsar
The incident occurred when the civic authorities, backed by a police contingent, arrived near Ramanand Complex to clear unauthorised roadside vendors who had blocked the road
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:20 AM IST
Two die as bike hits truck on old Pune-Mumbai highway
The deceased have been identified as Chatraram Ramji Chaudhari, 45, of Ravet and Achalram Durgaji Chaudhari, 50, of Chinchwad
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:17 AM IST
IPS officer who led encounter that killed terrorist Ghazi Baba passes away at 72
According to the family members, Vijay Raman was admitted to the hospital ICU on September 18 after he had complained about breathlessness
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:15 AM IST
Nadeem Inamdar
Mandai area records highest noise pollution on first day of Ganesh festival
The MPCB initiated a five-day noise level monitoring exercise as part of its normal practice during the Ganesh Festival
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 12:10 AM IST
Gayatri Vajpeyee
Bank loan agent booked for duping a man of ?13.21 lakh
In a case of financial fraud, a bank loan agent has been booked for allegedly duping a 33-year-old man of ?13.21 lakh by using the latter’s documents to secure loans
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:07 AM IST
MSEDCL initiates process for refund of security deposit to Ganesh mandals
Every year, the MSEDCL provides temporary electricity connections to Ganpati mandals at domestic rates for which the MSEDCL takes a security deposit from the concerned Ganpati mandals
Published on Sep 23, 2023 12:06 AM IST
Siddharth Gadkari
SWaCH deputes 200 waste-pickers at 40 visarjan locations to collect nirmalya
The pioneering initiative, which began in 2007, has seen dedicated waste-pickers of SWaCH collecting segregated votive offerings or nirmalya during each Ganpati festival for the last over 15 years
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 12:04 AM IST
Siddharth Gadkari
PMC to start signature walk at Sinhagad Fort, Shiv Shrusti
The civic body’s heritage walk is currently held on weekends and covers prominent landmarks like Shaniwarwada, Lal Mahal, Nana Wada, Bhide Wada, Vishrambaug Wada
Published on Sep 22, 2023 11:41 PM IST
Soon: Glass skywalk between Tiger & Lion Point at Lonavla
The MTDC made a presentation proposing the construction of a glass skywalk between Tiger Point and Lion Point at Lonavla along with adventure sports in these areas
Published on Sep 22, 2023 11:36 PM IST
Pune records 15% rainfall deficiency from Jun 1 to Sep 21
In an El Nino year, the monsoon conditions have been weak resulting in ‘normal’ category rainfall in most parts of the country
Published on Sep 22, 2023 11:34 PM IST
Gayatri Vajpeyee
RTO Pune issues notice to 1,777 establishments over helmet rule violation
According to the RTO authorities, the notices have been issued to all the government offices, MIDC companies, schools, colleges and IT companies under the Motor Vehicle Act (MVA) section 194 section D which states that no two-wheeler rider should be permitted inside their premises with compulsorily wearing the helmet
Published on Sep 22, 2023 10:37 PM IST
Nadeem Inamdar
Civil rights activists allege Public Service Guarantee Act not implemented
As per the directions, a deadline of 15 days has been fixed for the completion of various tasks including issuance of firm license, renewal of license, issuance of new vehicle registration certificate, and registration of transfer of vehicles
Published on Sep 22, 2023 10:35 PM IST
Nadeem Inamdar
Onion traders firm on strike; auctions in 17 APMC markets to remain closed
The indefinite strike by onion traders in Nashik district continues as no resolution was reached during a meeting with the district guardian minister. Another meeting is scheduled for Tuesday to discuss the traders' demands. The traders are protesting against increased export duty and restrictions on the sale of NAFED. The Nashik APMC has threatened action against the protesting traders.
Updated on Sep 22, 2023 12:08 AM IST
Unique high-altitude endurance training centre to start in Pune
It was developed with the help of the city-based trekkers club Giripremi and will be inaugurated on September 25
Published on Sep 21, 2023 11:56 PM IST
Gayatri Vajpeyee
Ganpati celebrations at home reduce over the years in Pune
Some of the Ganpati mandals too have started holding immersion processions on the eighth or ninth day of the festiva
Published on Sep 21, 2023 11:37 PM IST
Footpaths usurped, no safe path for pedestrians in Pune
Vendors selling fruits, vegetables, flowers and various household items are seen occupying footpaths
Published on Sep 21, 2023 11:20 PM IST
Gayatri Vajpeyee
PMC sets up six control rooms to monitor 24x7 water scheme; two begin ops
At present, we have started operations of two control rooms - Tingre Nagar (Bhama Askhed WTP) and Sinhagad Road area (Vadgaon WTP), says official
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 10:41 PM IST
Siddharth Gadkari
Loudspeaker deadline relaxed for six days during Ganesh festival
Earlier, permission was only given for five days following the rules regarding noise pollution. Now, loudspeakers can be used from 6 am to midnight
Published on Sep 21, 2023 10:26 PM IST
Politicos go Ganesh pandal-hopping in Pune, commuters stuck in traffic
Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Chandrashekhar Bawankule were in the city on Thursday. Along with Fadnavis many local and state BJP leaders visited pandals, leading to traffic jams
Published on Sep 21, 2023 10:13 PM IST
PMC to supply water through tankers in merged villages
Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) plans to provide drinking water through tankers to merged villages lacking water line network, due to protests by residents for basic amenities.
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 08:30 PM IST
MPCB to monitor noise levels at 18 locations in Pune during Ganesh festival
32 locations across the state are being monitored in the light of growing number of complaints regarding noise pollution
Published on Sep 21, 2023 08:16 PM IST
Gayatri Vajpeyee
Youth held for 8 vehicle theft cases in Pune
A 26-year-old youth was arrested by the crime branch for involvement in over eight two-wheeler thefts in the city. Stolen two-wheelers worth ?1.80 lakh were recovered. The accused has confessed to the crimes and has been booked under various sections of the IPC.
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 08:03 PM IST
Nadeem Inamdar
BJP state chief asks Padalkar to apologise for comment on Ajit Pawar
BJP state president Bawankule expressed unhappiness over Padalkar's comment against Ajit Pawar, instructing him to apologize. Bawankule also criticized NCP MLA Rohit Pawar for his recent agitations against the Maharashtra government.
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 06:55 PM IST
Traffic cops’ concern with fine collection over traffic management raises commuters’ hackles
In a trend that hasn’t escaped the commuters’ attention, the traffic police on duty are found increasingly concerned with collecting fines for traffic violations as against monitoring traffic and ensuring road safety which is their primary responsibility
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 12:20 AM IST
Advertisements to be put up on traffic booths in city
The Pune Police have installed 23 booths at Swargate, Sahakarnagar, Satara Road, Market Yard, Senapati Bapat Road, and Baner to check traffic congestion on various major and internal roads since November 2022
Published on Sep 21, 2023 12:15 AM IST
Abhay Khairnar
Three traffic constables suspended for prioritising fine collection over traffic management
On Saturday, the control room received a call informing about a traffic jam in the Bhandarkar Road area. Borane, Bhagwat and Shinde who were already present nearby were instructed to immediately visit the area and clear the traffic
Published on Sep 21, 2023 12:12 AM IST
Pune task fraud: Cyber criminals siphon ?19.10 crore in 8 months
In the last eight months, 187 cases of task fraud totaling ?19.10 crore have been registered, with victims being lured into investing money for promised returns. Cyber police have warned citizens to be cautious and not share personal information or card details.
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 12:02 AM IST
Nadeem Inandar
Taste of Life: When non-vegetarian food was offered to deities
Ganpati was offered only vegetarian fare like “modak” (sweet dumplings); Gauri was served meat and fish dishes too
Published on Sep 20, 2023 11:53 PM IST
Chinmay Damle
