Pune: Residents of Pimpri Chinchwad will have to wait longer for relief from water supply woes, as the municipal corporation has once again extended the completion deadline of the Bhama Askhed project.The project, awarded in Aug 2020, was initially slated for completion in Dec 2024. The deadline was later pushed to Dec 31, 2025. It…
Motion Education felicitated over 400 teachers in Pune with the ‘Shikshan Ratna Puraskar,’ recognizing their dedication to shaping young minds PUNE: More than 400 teachers from various schools and colleges in the city were felicitated on Sunday with the ‘Shikshan Ratna Puraskar’, recognising their dedication to shaping young minds and guiding society. Each awardee received…
Pune: The city’s festive calendar is buzzing with flea markets and exhibitions lined up for Navaratra and Diwali, showcasing everything from ethnic wear, jewellery, and home décor to artisanal handicrafts. The huge selection and wide number of sellers from all over the state are expected to make festival shopping and gift hunting a lot easier….
Pune: Already grappling with cab drivers’ demand for ‘meter’ fares since May, commuters are now staring at another bump in the road. Starting Tuesday, the rides might get pricier as the Indian Gig Workers’ Front gears up to hike cab fares, aligning them with the state’s yet-to-be-unveiled cab aggregator policy.Keshav Kshirsagar, president of the organisation,…
Pune: Auto dealerships reported a spike in showroom footfall on Monday, crediting the increase to the implementation of new Goods and Services Tax (GST). Representatives from various industries said the reduced tax slabs were expected to offer price benefits to consumers this festive season, boosting sales in sectors like automobiles, fast-moving consumer goods and apparel.Sagar…
Pune: This Navratri, costume rental services in the city have witnessed a surge in demand as residents gear up for garba and dandiya nights. From vibrant chaniya cholis and embroidered dupattas to traditional kediyus for men, shops have offered a wide variety of outfits at affordable rental prices. These are also bundled with matching jewellery…
Pune: Associate professor Virendrasingh Yadav was arrested on Sunday and it was revealed that he had paid Rs1 lakh to a Mumbai man for forging the letter which announced he was among the finalists for the coveted Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award for outstanding scientific achievement to be presented in Sept 2026.Police are investigating the cheating…
Pune: Onion growers in the district are facing huge losses as continuous rainfall over the past few weeks has damaged large portions of their stored produce.Farmers in key onion-growing belts, such as Junnar and Shirur, said that nearly half of their stored onions have been spoiled, undermining hopes of better returns during monsoon. Typically, farmers…
Pune: The civic administration has expedited widening of the busy stretch of North Main Road in Koregaon Park ahead of Aga Khan Bridge junction towards Tadigutta Chowk, also known as the KP Annexe area. Widening work on this 2km stretch is planned in phases, and the civic body is also shifting various utilities — power…
Pune: Civic poll aspirants as well as former corporators are organising garba and dandiya sessions, get-togethers for women’s groups, photo competitions, and other events to connect with voters during this year’s Navaratra, which commenced on Monday. While such events are held during every Navaratra, their numbers have increased this year as civic polls are scheduled…
