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PMC to level 1.5k uneven drainage covers by Jan 15

The decision comes after numerous complaints raised by the residents regarding the uneven lids, causing hardships and risks

MLA distributes pedha to voters

Newly-elected Kasba MLA Hemant Rasane, in a unique gesture to thank the voters of his constituency following his resounding victory in the assembly elections, distributed pedha to all the voters in the Kasba Assembly Constituency and expressed his gratitude through a leaflet.

Four held for Wagh's murder

Four persons have been arrested in connection with the abduction and murder of BJP MLC Yogesh Tilekar's uncle, police said on Wednesday, adding that the crime seemed to have resulted from personal enmity.

Wavar introduces IPM-based pest control solution

Wavar, a leader in sustainable agricultural innovation, has introduced Wavar Jadugar, a revolutionary product designed to transform how Indian farmers manage pest challenges.

PCMC introduces GRAP to combat air pollution

Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has launched the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to combat air pollution in the city.

Birthday event organiser booked for public nuisance

A case has been registered against the organiser of a birthday event in Pimpri Chinchwad in Pune district for allegedly flouting noise and environmental norms and causing public nuisance, police said on Tuesday.

'Ultra Marathon' heads towards Kolhapur

The Vijay Diwas Ultra Marathon continued its historic journey with a ceremonial flag-off from the Cavalry Tank Museum in Ahilyanagar on Wednesday, heading towards Kolhapur.

Nepal's Army Chief to visit Pune on Friday

Nepal's Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashok Raj Sigdel, is set to visit Pune tomorrow, Dec 13, as part of his official trip to India.

MSRTC TO ADD MORE E-BUSES TO PUNE FLEET

E-SHIVAI | 200 new e-buses for Pune division. Four new e-bus charging stations are to be also added soon in Pune

Microsoft offers top package of ₹54 lakh

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai has successfully concluded the first phase of its placement season for the 2025 batch, marking a significant milestone since achieving IIM status. Microsoft emerged as the top recruiter, offering the highest annual package of Rs54 lakh.

Court extends custody of suspect till January 16

A special PMLA court has extended custody of Surat-based Vasim Bhesaniya, arrested in connection with the Malegaon money laundering case, till December 16, observing that there is a need to identify the other accused in the case.

TMC recovers ₹59.4cr in water bill arrears

The Thane Municipal Corporation has started a recovery campaign for water arrears across the city and collected Rs59.43 crore so far.

MP inspects concreting work in suburbs

Mumbai BJP president and MLA Ashish Shelar recently raised concerns about the substandard quality of materials used for concreting roads.

No police cover for live-in couple

The judges also expressed concern over the misuse of the state's resources for individual choices

Lulu Malls assures HC on music licence

The Bombay High Court has accepted an assurance from Lulu International Shopping Malls that it will obtain a licence from Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) before using copyrighted sound recordings at events held on its premises.

400 animals saved from slaughter get new home at shelter

Around 400 animals rescued from being slaughtered at the world's largest animal sacrifice ritual at Nepal's Gadhimai Temple will receive shelter at Vantara, India's largest animal rehabilitation centre.

₹1,000 crore scam may have terror link: Probe

MALEGAON MONEY LAUNDERING | ED identifies network of 250 shell and benami firms across 21 states linked to case

7-year-old boy dies after falling into pit

A 7-year-old boy died after falling into a pit dug for construction in Sector 5 of Koparkhairane in navi Mumbai on Wednesday evening.

CIDCO seizes 14 illegal dumpers

A City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra (CIDCO) team, with the assistance of traffic police, conducted an operation in Ulwe to seize 14 dumpers that had arrived illegally to dump debris in an open space owned by the CIDCO.

Cinema building catches fire, no injuries

A fire broke out at the Silver Cinema building in Grant Road (East) on Tuesday night.

Woman dead, husband & son injured in Malad slab collapse

A 46-year-old woman died when part of her house slab collapsed in Ram Nagar, Malad West, on Wednesday morning.

4k women survivors of violence, survey finds

Report says beyond physical violence, women in Mumbai often faced emotional and economic abuse

Bandra Fort conservation under archaeology dept scrutiny

Residents lamented that the revamp violated the law prohibiting removal, alteration, and defacement of any protected monument

2 held in Navi Mumbai for multiple thefts; one booked 63 times earlier

The Central Unit of Navi Mumbai crime branch has arrested a 33-year-old man involved in around 63 theft cases and his accomplice who committed nine cases with the former.

CIDCO's housing scheme draws 1 lakh applications

CIDCO's 'My Preferred CIDCO Home' mass housing scheme of 26,000 tenements has drawn one lakh applications as of Wednesday.

HDFC Bank leases office tower in Navi Mumbai for ₹320 crore

HDFC Bank has leased an eight-storey office tower in Navi Mumbai for 10 years, with total rental costs exceeding Rs320 crore, marking one of the largest office deals this year.

Haji Ali Interchange boosts traffic flow; 95% complete

COASTAL ROAD EXPANSION | With this, six out of eight entry-exit arms of interchange are operational; project expected to be ready by January 2025

Gold smuggling syndicate busted at airport, ₹9.95cr items seized

Officials seized 12.5kg of gold dust in wax form; six, including three airport staff members, arrested

Advocates want plastic ban inside court revoked

A group of 150 advocates from the Bar Associations has written to the chief justice of the Bombay High Court urging the revocation of the recent ban on single-use plastic bottles inside the court premises.

Transforming head & neck cancer care in the country

HOLKAR CANCER INSTITUTE | In less than 18 months since inception, hospital has emerged as beacon of hope for patients seeking high-quality, affordable care