Pune Enforces Temporary Drone Ban Amid Security Concerns After Operation Sindoor
In the wake of heightened national security concerns following Operation Sindoor, authorities in Pune have imposed a temporary ban on drones and aerial devices across both urban and rural areas of the district. The move comes as part of preventive security measures to deter possible threats from anti-national elements. 30-Day Citywide Ban Joint Commissioner of […]
Attention Punekars! PMPML Revises Fares for the First Time in a Decade — Here’s What You Need to Know
For the first time since 2014, the Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) has revised bus fares for passengers across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the PMRDA region. The new fare structure is aimed at simplifying travel, enhancing efficiency, and preparing for integration with future metro services. What’s Changed? Earlier, fares were based on 40 stages with […]
Pune Mercedes Accident: One Dead, Three Injured After Car Falls Off Wadgaon Bridge
A horrific road accident rocked Pune’s Sinhgad Road area in the early hours of Saturday, leaving one person dead and three others injured after a speeding Mercedes-Benz crashed into a two-wheeler and plunged off the Wadgaon Bridge. The accident occurred around 4:30 AM. According to police officials, the luxury car hit a motorcycle from behind […]
Major Fire at ED Office in Mumbai: Administrative Records Damaged, No Casualties Reported
Mumbai lA major fire broke out at the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office located in the Kaiser-I-Hind building at Ballard Estate, early Sunday morning. The blaze, which started around 2:31 AM, was finally brought under control by 2:10 PM after a prolonged 12-hour firefighting operation. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. Damage and Cause According to ED […]
Delay in High-Security Number Plate Installation Frustrates Pune Vehicle Owners
Pune lConfusion and delays in the installation of High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) continue to trouble vehicle owners across Pune. Despite securing installation dates well in advance, many citizens are still waiting for their plates to be fitted. According to the Transport Department’s directive, all vehicles registered before April 1, 2019, must have HSRPs installed by […]
Use of Headphones While Driving May Soon Invite Penalty in Maharashtra
Mumbai lTo strengthen road safety measures, Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik is set to finalize new penalties for drivers caught using headphones while operating vehicles. The decision comes amid rising concerns about distracted driving, especially after a serious incident on March 22. A Shivneri ST bus driver was recorded watching a cricket match on his […]
Pune: Maharashtra Government Approves Elevated Flyover from Viman Nagar to Kharadi to Ease Traffic Congestion
Pune lThe Maharashtra government has approved the construction of a double-decker elevated flyover between Phoenix Market City in Viman Nagar and Kharadi along the Pune–Ahilyanagar Highway, aiming to significantly reduce traffic congestion in the area. The approval reinstates a crucial five-kilometer stretch from Phoenix Market City to Kharadi Jakat Naka that was previously excluded from […]
Pune Airport Introduces ‘Udaan Café’: Tea and Water at ₹10, Coffee and Sweets at ₹20 for Travelers
Pune lPune International Airport has launched the ‘Udaan Café’ near the new terminal’s departure gate, offering low-cost food and beverage options to travelers. Starting April 28, tea and bottled water are available for ₹10 each, while coffee, samosas, and sweets are priced at ₹20 each. The initiative is part of the Government of India’s ‘Ude […]
BMC Introduces New Waste Segregation Rules, Warns of ₹1,000 Fine for Non-Compliance, Seeks Public Feedback
Mumbai l The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out a draft of new Solid Waste Management (SWM) bylaws, mandating waste segregation at source for all residents and businesses in the city. The initiative is aimed at improving cleanliness, reducing littering, and enhancing sanitation standards across Mumbai. Waste Segregation Guidelines Under the new guidelines, citizens […]
Indore’s 56 Dukan Vendors Express Outrage Over Pahalgam Terror Attack with Controversial Standee
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) l In the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir on April 22, 2025, which resulted in the tragic deaths of 26 tourists, the vendors at Indore’s famous food court, 56 Dukan, have come forward with a strong statement. They have installed a standee at the food court reading, […]