Pune: The Pune police on Saturday invoked charges of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against gangster Nilesh Ghaywal’s accomplice, Santosh Dhumal, in two cases of attempted murder registered with the Kothrud police. On Friday, the police had invoked MCOCA charges against Ghaywal’s brother, Sachin, in the same case. Deputy commissioner of police…
Pune: From the vibrant alleys of the old city to the modern corridors of malls, the city is currently enveloped in a festive shopping frenzy as residents prepare for Diwali. This week, Pune’s markets are abuzz, with shoppers flocking to popular areas like Laxmi Road, Tulshi Baug, and the Peth areas to purchase traditional lanterns,…
Pune: Gangster Nilesh Ghaywal managed to get a passport using political influence and govt would conduct a thorough inquiry to find out who pressured police to submit a false report showing no case against him, said chief minister Devendra Fadnavis in Pune on Saturday.Police investigations have revealed that Ghaywal had fled the country using the…
Pune: The city roads were choked on Saturday as Diwali shoppers flocked to the old city areas, coinciding with high-profile visits, resulting in chaotic traffic scenes and severe congestion on major roads.Residents said the old parts of the city, including Laxmi Road, Kelkar Road and Tilak Road, turned into a sea of vehicles and pedestrians,…
Pune: “Engineering teaches you a black and white approach to the world. But the world has greys, nuances and multiple colours,” said author and MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday in the inaugural address at the Literary Festival organised by Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts, Symbiosis International (Deemed University). During his speech on The Power of…
Pune: The dwindling supply of low-cost homes, coupled with accessibility issues to offices and essential facilities, is dampening demand for affordable housing in the city, industry players and residents said on Tuesday.The affordable housing projects are typically located on the outskirts of the city, including Wagholi, Phursungi, Katraj, Dhanori, Lohegaon, areas beyond Wakad and Balewadi,…
Pune: “We named him Antriksh (space) so that he could soar high in life, no matter what he chose to do. But his death shattered every dream we ever saw for him,” said Ravi Pratap Singh, the grieving father of 18-year-old Air Force cadet Antriksh, found dead in his cabin at the Charlie Squadron of…
Pune: Before the accident involving a ready-mix concrete truck on Friday, which claimed the life of a woman in Hinjewadi, a similar tragedy struck the area just two months ago. In that incident, a mother and daughter on a two-wheeler were hit by a cement truck. The daughter, Pratyusha Borate (13), a Class V student,…
Pune: With Diwali around the corner, residents are turning to professional decluttering and home organisation services to give their spaces — from wardrobe to kitchen — a festive look. “People confuse decluttering with home deep-cleaning. We have chosen two agencies — one to help us clear out unnecessary things in the house and properly organise…
Pune: A 34-year-old Dighi-based businessman lost Rs 67.7 lakh to online fraudsters who promised him handsome returns on his investment in cryptocurrencies. The fraud occurred between Feb and April this year.The businessman submitted a complaint application last month, and after verification, a formal FIR was registered with the Dighi police on Thursday.According to the police,…
