Pune’s Shivansh Jagade Becomes IAS Officer at 22 Without Coaching, Secures AIR 26 in First Attempt
Pune l In a remarkable achievement, 22-year-old Shivansh Jagade from Rule village near Panshet, Pune, has cleared the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination in his first attempt, securing an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 26—and all this without any formal coaching. From a Humble Village to National Recognition Shivansh hails from a modest family background. […]
🚇 Mumbai Metro 3: Aqua Line Timings Changed Temporarily on April 25 & 26 Ahead of Phase 2 Launch
Mumbai – If you’re a regular commuter on Mumbai’s Aqua Line (Metro Line 3), here’s a quick heads-up: revised operational hours have been announced for April 25 and 26 as part of preparations for the Phase 2 expansion. 🔧 What’s Changing and Why?Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) announced that Metro services between Bandra-Kurla Complex […]
Pune Metro Surpasses 1 Lakh Smart Card Users, Signals Shift Toward Digital Commuting
With Phase 1 complete and ridership soaring, Pune embraces smarter, greener public transport. Pune Metro has crossed a major milestone in its smart mobility journey by issuing over 1 lakh metro cards to commuters—an achievement that reflects growing public trust in digital, hassle-free transport solutions. Currently, Pune Metro sees a daily ridership of around 1.6 […]
Woman Abandons Gold Jewellery at Kerala Airport After Refusing to Pay Over ₹2 Lakh in Customs Duty
Dramatic Face-Off at Thiruvananthapuram Airport Raises Questions About NRI Gold Rules Thiruvananthapuram | A dramatic scene unfolded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Sunday when a woman arriving from Dubai refused to pay customs duty on the 15 sovereigns (approximately 120 grams) of gold jewellery she was carrying—and left the ornaments behind in protest. The passenger, believed […]
Pune Alert: Bhide Bridge to Remain Shut for 1.5 Months for Metro Footbridge Work
New Pedestrian Link to Improve Access to Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station; Alternative Routes Advised Pune | As part of Pune Metro’s efforts to improve last-mile connectivity, a new footbridge is being constructed over the Bhide Bridge to connect the Deccan Gymkhana Metro Station with central city areas like Narayan Peth, Shanivar Peth, and Laxmi Road. To […]
Hinjewadi–Shivajinagar Metro May Miss September 2025 Deadline, PMRDA Now Eyes 2026 Launch
Pune’s long-awaited Hinjewadi–Shivajinagar Metro corridor, which promises to connect the bustling IT hub of Hinjewadi to the city center, is now expected to face further delays. According to the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), the line may not be operational until sometime in 2026, missing its already revised September 2025 deadline. 🚇 Project Snapshot […]
Ambedkar Jayanti: Traffic Diversions Announced in Pune & Pimpri Chinchwad — Here’s What You Need to Know
To ensure smooth movement and public safety during Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations, the Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad police departments have announced traffic diversions across key areas of the city on Monday, April 14. 🚦 Key Diversions in Pune Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Amol Zende, has issued a traffic notification affecting the following locations: […]
Wanowrie Residents Frustrated as Incomplete Drainage Work Brings Traffic Chaos
Daily life in Pune’s Wanowrie area has taken a hit due to stalled drainage work near Samvidhan Chowk and Jagtap Chowk, close to Sacred World Mall. The project, meant to improve local infrastructure, has instead turned into a source of serious public inconvenience. For over 10 days, large portions of the road have remained dug […]
Pune: Public Anger Grows After Woman Denied Admission at Deenanath Hospital, Dies Post-Delivery
Citizens Demand Stricter Rules for Private Hospitals, PMC Under Pressure Pune | Public outrage is intensifying across Pune after a woman reportedly died following her denial of admission at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital for not paying a ₹10 lakh deposit. She delivered twin daughters but passed away at another hospital, sparking widespread anger and raising serious questions […]
Bomb Threat on Jaipur–Mumbai IndiGo Flight Turns Out to Be Hoax; FIR Registered
Mumbai: A bomb threat note discovered on board IndiGo flight 6E-5324, travelling from Jaipur to Mumbai, caused panic on Monday evening — but was later declared a false alarm after thorough investigation. The Mumbai Airport Police registered an FIR against an unidentified person on Tuesday for issuing the threat. What Happened Onboard According to the […]