Pune: As PMPML services continue to falter, autorickshaw and cab fares skyrocket, and the Metro reach staying limited, commuters are increasingly turning to their own vehicles. The result? A relentless rise in private vehicle ownership — clogging roads but offering a sense of independence.RTO data highlights the trend — a staggering 3.3 lakh vehicles registered…
Pune: The National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (Nafed) received an encouraging response from soyabean growers in Junnar taluka following the launch of its support price procurement at the Narayangaon sub-market yard.It purchased nearly 70 tonnes of soybean at the govt-declared minimum support price (MSP) of Rs5,328 per quintal recently, offering much-needed relief to…
Pune: The Pune Rural police on Monday, arrested a 35-year-old criminal on the police records in connection with the dacoity on Dec 15 near Indapur. The accused, Aaba Shinde of Dharashiv, and his 2 accomplices barged into 2 houses at Vitthalwadi village and robbed gold jewellery worth Rs 91,000 after thrashing 5 elderly persons. Shinde’s…
Pune: As winter sets in, the skin often bears the brunt of the harsh weather. Dryness, itching and flaky skin are among the most common seasonal complaints, as cold temperatures strip the skin of its natural moisture. Dermatologists across the city report that more people are now becoming conscious of skin health and are seeking…
Pune: The city will ring in the New Year under largely clear skies, with India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a chilly 10°C as the minimum temperature on Dec 31 and Jan 1. According to IMD’s local forecast, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are expected to see mainly clear skies, with light haze during…
Pune: The city police have acted against 5,500 persons with criminal cases against them ahead of the Pune Municipal Corporation elections scheduled on Jan 15.Pune police commissioner Amitesh Kumar said, “We took action against persons with criminal backgrounds, such as body offences, bootlegging, gambling, other illegal acts, gang activities, illegal use of firearms among other…
Pune: The state home department on Tuesday issued a government resolution (GR) formalising the 5am operating deadline for “orchestra” bars, hotels and restaurants on Christmas and New Year as an annual arrangement and fixing the responsibility for any untoward incidents or crimes during the extended hours on these establishments.The resolution, issued under Section 33 of…
Pune: Police deported 104 foreign nationals from Pune city in 2025 — a sharp rise compared to the previous two years, according to data released at the annual press conference.Maximum deportees were Bangladeshi nationals at 81 — including seven women arrested in 2023 from a commercial sex workers’ establishment in Budhwar Peth. Their deportation followed…
Pune: Citizens group Vetal Tekdi Bachav Kruti Samiti (VTBKS) on Tuesday alleged that Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) was attempting to expedite the environmental clearance process for the proposed Balbharati-Paud Phata road, by compressing timelines and limiting the scope of environmental studies for the stretch passing via the hill.The group flagged concerns over what it termed…
Pune: A ready-mix cement (RMC) truck which was impounded by the city traffic police department for violating traffic rule was stolen from the custody.For the last two days, the Swargate police have been searching for the truck.The RMC truck was impounded after it was plying on a restricted zone in city where movement of heavy…
