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Dheeraj Bengrut

Dheeraj Bengrut

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Smaller Maha airports see patchy decline in flight services

Flight connectivity at several smaller airports in Maharashtra has weakened recently, with some routes witnessing reduced frequencies or temporary suspensions as airlines juggle aircraft availability, operating costs and commercial viability. (HT FILE)

Updated on Aug 11, 2026 03:08 IST

Four-seater e-rickshaws get the nod in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad

The RTA has also approved a passenger fare structure for e-rickshaws, with the vehicles required to use electronic fare meters. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 11, 2026 02:37 IST

Work begins on Pune railway station’s 5,800-sq-m holding area

According to the proposed development plan, the holding area will have a pre-ticketing zone spread over around 1,570.6 sq m, a ticketing zone of around 2,383.5 sq m and a post-ticketing zone of around 1,851.7 sq m. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 10, 2026 17:29 IST

Seventh aircraft incident linked to Baramati renews safety concerns

Local residents and officials gather around the wreckage of a trainer aircraft that crash-landed near the airstrip at Baramati Airport, in Pune district, Maharashtra, Sunday. (PTI)

Updated on Aug 10, 2026 02:30 IST

Pune RTO rolls out automated fitness testing for commercial vehicles

The facility, which became operational on Wednesday, is part of the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways’ mandate to replace manual vehicle fitness inspections with automated testing. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 7, 2026 02:57 IST

Peak hour rush hit by scanner breakdown at Pune Railway metro station

Several passengers alleged that the delay was compounded by the behaviour of some of the security personnel. (HT)

Updated on Aug 6, 2026 02:58 IST

MSRTC to add 36 buses to its fleet in Pune

The Pune division has been allotted 150 new diesel buses. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Aug 5, 2026 17:22 IST

Metro feeder auto-rickshaw routes approved across Pune

The RTA has finalised authorised shared auto-rickshaw routes connecting Pune Metro stations with nearby residential, commercial and institutional areas. (HT)

Updated on Aug 5, 2026 02:57 IST

Four hikes in less than five years take Pune auto fare from ₹18 to ₹30

The decision was taken at an RTA meeting chaired by Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi on Monday. (FILE)

Updated on Aug 5, 2026 02:55 IST

Pune auto fares to be hiked to ₹30 from September 1

The the per-kilometre charge will be hiked from <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>17 to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20. (HT Archive)

Updated on Aug 4, 2026 07:00 IST

76% of citizens back penalties for driver app taxi ride cancellations

The survey comes amid growing dissatisfaction among commuters over last-minute cancellation of rides. (FILE)

Updated on Aug 4, 2026 03:00 IST

Bharat Taxi launched in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad

Around 35,000 drivers have already registered with us, reflecting the growing trust in the platform”. (HT)

Updated on Aug 3, 2026 03:04 IST

MSRTC Pune launches out-of-state tourism bus service

The services are expected to witness significant demand during weekends, festive periods and upcoming pilgrimage seasons. (FILE)

Updated on Aug 3, 2026 03:02 IST

IUCAA researchers discover rare white dwarf–red giant star system

The finding, made using data from the German eROSITA X-ray telescope, provides new clues about how compact stars evolve in galaxies that interact with each other. (HT)

Updated on Aug 2, 2026 03:04 IST

PMPML leases vacant depot spaces to raise revenue

Updated on Aug 1, 2026 03:20 IST

Strict action ordered over RTO fitness certificate lapses

Updated on Aug 1, 2026 03:18 IST

Maha directs aggregator firms to complete registration by Sept 1

All aggregator companies operating in Maharashtra have been directed to complete their registration under the state’s aggregator policy by September 1, 2026. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jul 31, 2026 03:46 IST

CNG crisis: Low pressure triggers long queues, dealers seek urgent MNGL action

CNG crisis: Low pressure triggers long queues, dealers seek urgent MNGL action

Updated on Jul 31, 2026 03:42 IST

PMPML targets underperforming buses, conductors under lens

The administration has directed depot managers to determine the reasons behind the unusually low earnings. (HT)

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 03:03 IST

Heavy rains cost MSRTC Pune ₹2.5 crore

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) Pune division has suffered an estimated revenue loss of around <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.5 crore (HT)

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 03:00 IST

Short circuit triggers minor fire at Pune railway station

Short circuit triggers minor fire at Pune railway station

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 03:24 IST

NHAI identifies 8 highway bottlenecks, prepares action plan to ease traffic

The long-term strategy is expected to include widening of carriageways at critical stretches, construction of additional service roads and slip roads (HT)

Updated on Jul 27, 2026 02:35 IST

MSRTC crackdown nets 8,839 vehicles in 20 days

The special drive was launched following instructions from transport minister and MSRTC chairman Pratap Sarnaik, with the objective of making state transport (ST) bus terminal premises free of illegal transport operations. (HT file)

Updated on Jul 22, 2026 03:19 IST

Double-decker e-bus trial postponed

Mumbai, India - August 8, 2016: People lined up for the double decker best bus at Nariman Point in Mumbai, India, on Monday, August 8, 2016. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Jul 22, 2026 03:16 IST

Solapur-Mumbai flights to resume from August 2

The decision follows chief minister Devendra Fadnavis’s directive to restore the service at the earliest. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Updated on Jul 22, 2026 02:34 IST

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

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