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Over 40% AMC projects incomplete
The ambitious ₹5,501 crore development plan announced by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) for the 2024-25 fiscal year has hit a significant roadblock, with less than 60% of the projects completed by December 2024.
Coastal, Waders Bird Census Begins
FIRST IN INDIA | A three-day exercise is being conducted in Jamnagar by the Forest Department aimed at environmental and aquatic life conservation
AM/NS India sets industry benchmark; also offers job to kin of deceased
AM/NS India sets industry benchmark; also offers job to kin of deceased
Statue of Unity Attracted 58.25L Visitors in '24
The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, has achieved a remarkable milestone in 2024 by welcoming a record-breaking 58.25 lakh visitors.
CREDAI Property Show Inaugurated
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the prestigious \"Property Show GUJCON\" organized by the Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (CREDAI) in Ahmedabad on Friday.
NIFT Launches VisioNxt on Trends
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) through their various campuses has announced the launch of VisioNxt, a platform that is designed to provide India-centric trend reports, supporting the fashion industry and retailers in India.
CM Patel Opens 'Flower Show 2025'
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2025, a world-class event showcasing India's culture, heritage, and aspirations for a sustainable future.
CM's gifts' auction raises ₹36.97L for girls' education
The Gujarat government has raised Rs 36.97 lakh in the auction of gifts and mementoes received by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel within three months of the launch of a dedicated portal for the sale of Toshakhana gifts.
14 Films Selected for This Year's World Cinema Competition
14 films selected for this year's World Cinema Competition section are
23rd Pune Int'l Film Fest Rescheduled
PIFF 2025
Retired PMPML Employees Protest Over Unpaid Dues
Pune Matters | Around 2,300 retired PMPML employees have been struggling since 2017
Only 967 fined for spitting in public in 2024
Spitting in a public place is a punishable offence. However, fines are rarely levied upon the culprits.
Direct flight launched between PNQ and IXE
In good news for Punekars, a direct Air India Express flight between Pune and Mangalore will begin today (January 4) to boost regional connectivity.
PMPML's maintenance woes continue
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) is grappling with a persistent maintenance crisis, with over 15% of its buses regularly off the roads and parked in the garage due to repair works.
3 New E-bus Charging Stations To Be Established In Hinjawadi
Speaking to The Free Press Journal, Nitin Narvekar, Joint Managing Director of Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd (PMPML), said three new charging stations for electric buses will be set up at Hinjawadi.
Shinde Sena targets 35-40 seats
As the dust settles after the Assembly polls and the formation of the government in Maharashtra, the Mahayuti alliance has turned its focus to the upcoming local body elections.
PCMC's 'Lighthouse Kaushalyam' empowers youth
In a testament to its powerful impact on youth development, the 'Lighthouse Kaushalyam' initiative has successfully secured 1,204 job placements in the 2024-25 period, solidifying its role as a catalyst for career advancement in Pimpri-Chinchwad.
Rajan gang member held after 16 years
A member of the Chhota Rajan gang, who had been absconding for 16 years in an attempt to murder case, has been apprehended from the eastern suburbs.
Foot march for Ahilyabai, Durgavati anniversaries
The march is expected to witness a participation of over 2,500 women
Major slum redevelopment plans for Mumbai North: Goyal
Mumbai Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said slum redevelopment, and fast-tracking key projects like road and railway line extensions, are among the major initiatives planned this year to significantly transform the urban landscape of his Lok Sabha constituency.
Street Food Vendors Now on GST Radar
Street vendors have become the latest targets of GST demand notices for crossing the Rs40 lakh threshold in business transactions.
Malegaon money laundering case: Two more arrested
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has made fresh arrests in connection with the Malegaon money laundering case, identifying the accused as Mohsin Ahmed Mustakali Khilji and Sharif Miya Amirmiya Shaikh.
Chavan front-runner for state BJP chief
With the highly anticipated BMC elections approaching, the BJP is likely to appoint a new state president.
Acquisition of Air India building gains momentum
While the space crunch in Mantralaya is making it difficult to accommodate newly sworn-in ministers and the state departments, the acquisition of the Air India building is taking speed.
Bhujbal, Pawar Sr share stage in Pune
This is the second meeting between Sharad Pawar and Chhagan Bhujbal since the split in the NCP
1 Lakh Ineligible Dharavi Dwellers Will Get Homes
INCLUSIVE SCHEME| Govt is preparing a housing devpt policy
Pressure mounting on Munde to put in papers
Munde's party, the NCP, has adopted a 'wait-and-see' approach until the inquiry concludes
Victim's parents to approach SC
RG KAR CASE
Caste Discrimination in Colleges Sensitive Issue, Says SC
Will Do Something to Stop It
BSF Arranges Last Meeting of Siblings at Indo-Bangla Border
Amid the heightened tension along the International Border due to the ongoing situation in the neighbouring country, the Border Security Force (BSF) arranged for a woman from Bangladesh to catch a last glimpse of her brother, who lived in India, after his death.