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Maharashtra Dy CM Ajit Pawar pays tribute to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj on his death anniversary in Pune
Pune, March 29: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar visited the memorial of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and paid tribute and his respects to the prominent king of the Maratha Empire in Pune on Saturday.
Russian Army's six-member delegation visits College of Military Engineering in Pune
New Delhi, March 28: A six-member delegation from the Russian Army, led by Major General Marchenko Andei, visited the College of Military Engineering in Maharashtra's Pune from 26 to 28 March 2025 as part of the Subject Matter Experts Exchange Programme.
Inspired by India, Pret A Manger unveils its first-ever full-service dine-in store globally
Pune, March 27: There's good news for all food lovers out there in Pune as Pret A Manger has launched its first-ever full-service dine-in store at Phoenix Mall of the Millennium here.
Skyrocketing prices and geo-political headwinds have impacted Q12025 housing sales: ANAROCK
Mumbai, March 27: Skyrocketing residential housing prices along with geopolitical headwinds have slowed the Indian housing market's bull-run in Q1 2025.
Pune: Seminar on Quantum Technology stresses role of computing, cryptography and sensing in modern warfare
Pune, March 26: A seminar on "Quantum Technology: Impact on Future Wars and Way Forward" was organised in Pune on Wednesday by Headquarters Southern Command in collaboration with leading experts from industry and academia.
Pune: Fire breaks out in Keshav Nagar shops, brought under control
Pune, March 26: A fire was brought under control after it broke out in three shops in Pune's Keshav Nagar, officials said.
Maharashtra: FIR filed after biomedical waste, including fetus found in Pune
Pune, March 26: The Pune Rural Police on Wednesday registered a First Information Report (FIR) against unidentified individuals after discovering biomedical waste, including a fetus and vestigial body parts, improperly disposed of in glass containers at a garbage site in Daund town of Pune district. The incident was reported on Tuesday morning.
MSLTA gears up for Billie Jean King Cup challenge in Pune
Pune, March 24: Pune will host the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tournament for the first time in the tennis history of the country while Maharashtra will be hosting the event after a gap of 25 years from April 8 to 12 at the Mhalunge Balewadi tennis complex in Pune.
Pune to host Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tournament
Pune, March 24: Pune will host the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tournament for the first time in tennis history of the country, while Maharashtra will be hosting the event after a gap of 25 years from April 8 to 12 at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex.
Aamir Khan , Kiran Rao attend Paani Foundation event in Pune
Pune, March 23: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and his ex-wife, director Kiran Rao, attended the Paani Foundation event in Pune.
Market Outlook: PMI, FIIs and global economic data key triggers for next week
New Delhi, March 23: The market outlook for next week will be guided by several domestic and global factors such as PMI, FIIs, Indian banks loan and deposit growth, the US new home sales, US Initial Jobless Claims and the UK GDP data for Q4.
Maharashtra Labour Department orders probe into Pune bus fire tragedy
Pune, March 21: The Maharashtra Government's Labour Department has initiated an inquiry into a tragic bus fire incident in the Hinjewadi area of Pune district that claimed the lives of four employees of the factory.
Boosting 'Make in India' initiative, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India produces 500,000 engines locally
Pune, March 18: To support 'Make in India' initiative and strengthen India's position as a key player in the global automotive manufacturing landscape, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has reached a major milestone by producing 500,000 locally-manufactured engines at its Chakan facility in Pune.
WPI Inflation, US Fed rate decision, FIIs activities among key market triggers for next week
Mumbai, March 16: The market outlook for next week will be guided by global and Indian factors such as India WPI Inflation, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) activity, US Fed interest rate decision, US initial jobless claims and others.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde honoured with first 'Sant Tukaram Maharaj Award' in Pune
Pune, March 16: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was honoured with the first "Sant Tukaram Maharaj Award" on the occasion of Sant Tukaram Maharaj 375th Beej Pilgrimage in Pune's Dehu on Sunday.
Asmita Hockey: Pune bag double crown in junior and sub-junior category
Pune, March 15: Pune bagged a grand double winning the Sub Junior and Junior Category of the Asmita Hockey State League 2025 at the Major Dhyachand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri.
Unbeaten Pune, Satara, and Mumbai enter junior semis at Asmita Hockey State League
Pune, March 12: Pune and Satara qualified for the semifinals in the Junior Category, recording all wins (9 points) in their respective groups in the Asmita Hockey State League at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Wednesday. The other qualifiers for the semifinals include Kolhapur (4 points) and Mumbai City (6 points).
ICGS Saksham's visit to Seychelles strengthens maritime cooperation
New Delhi, March 12: Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Saksham, an offshore patrol vessel arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on March 12, for a three-day goodwill visit aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and fostering regional partnerships, the ICG said in an official statement.
India Post launches picture postcards to mark late actor Puneeth's 50th birth anniversary
Bengaluru, March 10: India Post launched a set of five picture post cards of late Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar on Monday to commemorate his 50th birth anniversary.
Asmita Hockey State League: Pune thump Jalgaon 20-0 in opening match of junior section
Pune, March 10: Hosts Pune district started with a massive win on the opening day of the Junior Category in the Asmita Hockey State League at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Monday. Pune thumped Jalgaon 20-0, the win turning out to be the biggest of the tournament so far.
Maharashtra reports 225 cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, 12 deaths
Mumbai, March 8: Maharashtra has reported 225 cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), with 197 confirmed and 28 under suspicion.
GBS outbreak: Maharashtra reports 12 deaths; no new cases today
Mumbai, March 8: The Maharashtra Public Health Department on Saturday said that a total of 12 deaths have occurred so far due to GBS in Maharashtra of which six were confirmed as GBS and six were reported suspected GBS deaths. No new suspected GBS case was reported on Saturday.
Indian Army's Southern Command War Memorial appoints all-female team of guides
Pune, March 8: In a groundbreaking move, the Indian Army's Southern Command War Memorial in Pune has appointed an all-female team of guides to lead visitors through the memorial's rich military history.
Maha govt reiterates resolve to improve transport infrastructure
Mumbai, March 8: Maharashtra government has reiterated its resolve to further strengthen the transport infrastructure with the completion of metro railway and sea links.
Pune leave it late to down Thane in state-level Ashmita Hockey League
Pune, March 7: Pune district team struggled to log full points, Mumbai Suburb got their act together in the second half while Nagpur and Yavatmal scored at will on the opening day in the Sub-Junior Category of Asmita Hockey State League, at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Friday.
Drugs valued at Rs 4290 cr seized, 14230 arrested for consumption in 2024: Maha CM
Mumbai, March 4: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in a written reply on Tuesday told the state assembly that drugs valued at Rs 4,249.90 crore were seized and 14,230 were held for consumption in 2024.
Facts will be out after detailed investigation: Dy CM Ajit Pawar on Pune rape case
Mumbai, March 1: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Saturday said that the Pune rape accused was hiding in a sugarcane farm and was caught using a drone. He assured that a thorough investigation is underway to ensure justice.
Job Fair for Ex-Servicemen held at Air Force Station in Pune
Pune, March 1: The Directorate General of Resettlement (DGR), Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, successfully organized a Job Fair at Air Force Station, Pune, bringing together Ex-Servicemen (ESM) seeking re-employment and potential employers on a common platform.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde praises management of Mahakumbh by UP CM Yogi's govt
Mumbai, February 27: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday praised the management in Mahakumbh by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's government. He also gave assurance on the Pune rape incident that the culprit will not be spared.
Govt committed to fostering business climate, enhancing Ease of Doing Business: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, February 25: The Government is committed to creating a favourable investment climate, ensuring regulatory stability, and enhancing the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in India, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.
India getting future-ready with smart cities, green highways: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Feb 25: With smart cities and green highways, the Government is building an infrastructure ecosystem that is sustainable, resilient and future-ready, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal has said.
India job postings by Tesla shows renewed focus on country's growing EV market
New Delhi, Feb 25: The recent job postings by Elon Musk-led Tesla across various roles highlights the American electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy company's renewed focus on establishing a foothold in India's rapidly growing EV market, a report showed on Tuesday.
Dalibor Svrcina wins Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men's Championship
Pune, February 23: Dalibor Svrcina of Czech Republic won the singles title at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men's Tennis Championship organized by Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) in association with the Department of Sports and Youth Services Govt of Maharashtra, PCMC, PMC and PMDTA at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium.
Amit Shah chairs the 27th meeting of Western Zonal Council in Pune
Pune, February 23: Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 27th meeting of the Western Zonal Council in Pune, Maharashtra, on Saturday, bringing together the Chief Ministers of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, and the Administrator of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, alongside senior government officials from both state and central ministries.
Maha Open ATP Challenger: India's Jeevan/Prashanth bag doubles crown
Pune, Feb 22: Top seeds Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth of India registered a 3-6, 6-3, 10-0 win over the second-seeded Australian pair of Blake Bayldon and Matthew Christopher Romios to emerge as the doubles champions at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men's Tennis Championship at the Balewadi Sports Complex Tennis Stadium.
Pune: PCMC presents Rs 9,675.27 Cr budget for 2025-26 with major infra boost, climate conservation
Pune, February 22: Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) Commissioner Shekhar Singh presented the municipal budget for the financial year 2025-26 before the Standing Committee on Friday.
Maha Open ATP Challenger: Jeevan/Prashanth in doubles final as Holt halts top-seed Harris
Pune, Feb 21: Top seeds Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth kept the Indian flag high, reaching the doubles final, while sixth-seeded Brandon Holt of USA upset top seed Billy Harris of Great Britain to reach the last four in singles at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men's Tennis Championship here on Friday. In the singles semifinals, unseeded players Khumoyun Sultanov of Uzbekistan and Dalibor Svrcina of the Czech Republic will meet while Holt will clash with eighth-seeded Alexis Galarneau of Canada.
Asia Economic Dialogue 2025 begins in Pune, focuses on resilience and global economic challenges
Pune, February 20: The 9th edition of the Asia Economic Dialogue (AED), jointly organized by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Pune International Centre, commenced in Maharashtra's Pune on Thursday.
WPGT 3rd Leg: Vani sizzles with 66 to take a 5-shot lead
Pune, Feb 20: Vani Kapoor played one of her best rounds in a long time as she carded a bogey-free 5-under 66 to open a five-shot lead in the third leg of the Women’s Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) at the Poona Club Golf Course here on Thursday. With three birdies on the front nine and two more on the backstretch, Vani added 66 to her first-round 70 to get to six-under 136 for 36 holes.
Hiranandani enters Pune real estate landscape; revenue potential is Rs 7,000 crore
Pune/Mumbai, February 20: Hiranandani Group has made its much-awaited foray into the Pune real estate market by inking its first-ever joint development deal of 105 acres with renowned Krisala Developers.