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Dheeraj Bengrut

Dheeraj Bengrut

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Corporators question PMPML’s rising subsidy, seek accountability before clearing funds

A recurring theme during the discussion was the inadequate bus service in newly merged areas. (HT)

Updated on Jul 21, 2026 02:58 IST

Water discharge from new Pune-Shirdi Express raises hackles

Passengers present at the station said that the water continued to flow for a brief period, forcing commuters to carefully navigate the wet patch, luggage in tow. (HT)

Updated on Jul 20, 2026 02:44 IST

Pune RTO fines 2,684 vehicles for HSRP violations

Pune RTO has stepped up enforcement against vehicles without mandatory HSRP, penalising 2,684 vehicle owners between July 1 and July 16 for violating the state’s mandate. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jul 18, 2026 03:43 IST

Special PMC GB to decide on ₹850-crore PMPML subsidy

Once cleared, the funds are likely to be released to PMPML. (HT)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 03:04 IST

Second ghat line restored, Deccan Queen to resume ops from today

Three goods trains were first operated as trial runs. (FILE)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 02:47 IST

Pune RTO plans alphanumeric vehicle registration series

Automobiles - Cars - Highway - Mumbai-Pune Expressway - HT Photo by Hemant Padalkar 06-04-2007

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 03:16 IST

70-year-old driver, expired licence, unfit truck: RTO report reveals deadly negligence

70-year-old driver, expired licence, unfit truck: RTO report reveals deadly negligence

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 03:12 IST

For the first time, BBPPDR system is deployed at Ashadhi wari

For the first time, BBPPDR system is deployed at Ashadhi wari

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 03:23 IST

Punawale tragedy renews concerns over PMPML’s accident record

According to officials, contract-operated buses account for a majority of fatal accidents as they constitute a substantial portion of the PMPML fleet. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 03:01 IST

Deccan Queen’s heritage dining car back on track

The Deccan Queen is regarded as the only train in India that offers passengers a dedicated dining car where they can sit and enjoy freshly prepared meals in a restaurant-like ambience while the train is in motion. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 03:20 IST

Railway passengers raise food safety concerns at Pune station

Responding to the complaints, Hemant Kumar Behera, spokesperson, Pune railway division, said that the railway administration carries out regular inspections of food stalls operating inside the station to ensure compliance with hygiene and quality standards. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 03:19 IST

MNGL warns 6,400 housing societies over PNG switch

Chandigarh, India, July 24, 2018 : PNG gas pipeline installed in Progressive enclave sector 50 Chandigarh on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 Photo by Karun Sharma/Hindustan times

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 02:55 IST

Train cancellations boost MSRTC bus services between Pune and Mumbai

Train cancellations boost MSRTC bus services between Pune and Mumbai

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:51 IST

Chakan flooding disrupts highway, industries

Chakan flooding disrupts highway, industries

Updated on Jul 7, 2026 03:46 IST

Landslide in Ghat section derails Pune-Mumbai rail traffic

The disruption led to the cancellation of 26 trains, diversion of 47 services, short-termination of 19 trains, short-origination of 15 trains, rescheduling of three trains, and rescheduling plus diversion of six other trains. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Jul 7, 2026 03:43 IST

Pune EV registrations surge 39% in H1 2026

The figure also exceeds the 14,809 EVs registered in the first half of 2024, indicating sustained growth in electric mobility. (FILE)

Updated on Jul 6, 2026 03:02 IST

Pune ZP plans first-ever sports academy for rural talent

Pune ZP has decided to establish its first-ever sports academy (Krida Prabodhini) to provide rural talent with international-standard coaching and modern sports facilities under one roof. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jul 5, 2026 03:13 IST

Pune RTO cracks down on vehicles without HSRP

Vehicle owners found without HSRP plates are fined <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,000 each under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act. (HT)

Updated on Jul 5, 2026 02:51 IST

No evidence E20 fuel is damaging vehicles: ARAI

Speaking at ARAI’s headquarters in Pune, director Reji Mathai on Saturday said authorised service centres of automobile manufacturers have not reported any significant increase in serious complaints linked to E20 fuel. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jul 5, 2026 02:40 IST

Over 62.8 lakh register for NCMC ahead of Aug 1 deadline

MSRTC’s NCMC project has gathered momentum with over 62.86 lakh passengers registering for the smart card and more than 35.52 lakh cards already activated. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 03:21 IST

Family disputes, not opposition, delay final stretch of Purandar airport land acquisition

Family disputes, not opposition, delay final stretch of Purandar airport land acquisition

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 02:58 IST

States issues one-month ultimatum to MSRTC officials to generate revenue

States issues one-month ultimatum to MSRTC officials to generate revenue

Updated on Jun 30, 2026 01:30 IST

Special teams formed for 30 black spots safety audit in Pune

New Delhi, India - July 06, 2023: Spot of accident where three people were killed and eight others sustained injuries after a van collided with a DTC bus on the flyover near Loni Gol Chakkar in northeast Delhi’s Jyoti Nagar in New Delhi on Thursday, July 6, 2023.(HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 29, 2026 01:24 IST

Painfully slow widening of Palkhi Marg chokes Wadaki, Phursungi

Now many avoid coming because of the traffic and poor road conditions. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 23:56 IST

Kulkarni alleges party MLA stopped her from sitting in front row at Maratha event

MP Medha Kulkarni on Friday alleged that her party MLA prevented her from sitting in front row during a students’ felicitation function held for successful Maratha candidates as she is a Brahmin. (HT)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 23:36 IST

Don’t use students for business, CM warns coaching institutes

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis during the felicitation ceremony of the students and parents for their achievements in UPSC, MPSC and other programmes, in Pune on Friday. Fadnavis said that private coaching institutes should not treat students as a source of commercial gain, but focus on mentoring aspirants. (ANI)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 23:18 IST

₹22-crore bus terminal coming up behind Swargate metro station

Officials believe the project will also help reduce traffic congestion at the busy Swargate junction by streamlining bus operations and reducing roadside crowding. (FILE)

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 24:52 IST

Pune's Dive ghat sees 2-hour traffic halt as road-widening project work begins

NHAI has begun taking regular traffic blocks in the ghat section to facilitate controlled blasting and crushing of rocky hill portions for road-widening project at Dive ghat for Palkhi marg project. (HT)

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 08:05 IST

Purandar airport land acquisition: Collector to camp at Saswad every Monday to clear compensation hurdles

Purandar airport land acquisition: Collector to camp at Saswad every Monday to clear compensation hurdles

Updated on Jun 22, 2026 23:22 IST

PMC starts demolition of old structures at Bhawani Peth temple

This year, the Palkhi will begin on July 7, and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi will halt at the temple on July 9 and 10 in Pune. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

Updated on Jun 22, 2026 22:54 IST

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