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Dheeraj Bengrut

Dheeraj Bengrut

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Contractor-run electric buses face sharp breakdown spike

The increasing frequency of breakdowns has disrupted daily commuting for thousands of passengers. (FILE)

Updated on Jun 21, 2026 23:26 IST

Collector to review delays in compensation at camp on June 22

In a bid to expedite distribution of compensation to farmers affected by Purandar airport project, a special camp has been organised on June 22 under the chairmanship of Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi. (HT FILE)

Updated on Jun 20, 2026 23:56 IST

Biomedical waste dumped across Katraj Ghat forest prompts cleanliness drive

Mechanised cleaning operations in Katraj Ghat will begin on June 20, followed by citizen-driven cleanliness drive on June 21, wherein nearly 500 volunteers are expected to participate. (HT)

Updated on Jun 19, 2026 17:27 IST

PMPML to introduce ‘Facial recognition’ attendance system soon

Pune, India - Dec. 3, 2022: PMPML bus stops on road causes traffic chaos at Katraj junction (Nadeem Inamdar story) in Pune, India, on Saturday, December 3, 2022. (Photo by Ravindra Joshi/HT k PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 23:58 IST

PMPML plans mini buses for narrow roads, seeks land at 49 locations for depots

Pune, India - April 3, 2021: PMPML parked at BRT Satara road in Pune, India, on Saturday, April 3, 2021. (Photo by Rahul Raut/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 23:50 IST

Pune railway capacity to double in 3 years: Vaishnaw

Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to transform Pune into a major railway hub. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 02:12 IST

Pune-Nashik rail link: Revised alignment finalised, DPR ready, says Vaishnaw

Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that DPR for revised Pune–Nashik railway corridor has been completed and railways will proceed with the new alignment. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 02:08 IST

No shutdown of Pune Akashvani unit: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Centre has clarified that there is no proposal to shut down Pune Akashvani News Division, putting to rest speculation triggered by recent media reports. The announcement came from minister for information & broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw (L) after meeting Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol. (HT)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 01:48 IST

Fadnavis proposes freight rail corridor linking JNPT, Vadhvan ports with Expressway

Fadnavis proposes freight rail corridor linking JNPT, Vadhvan ports with Expressway

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 22:46 IST

State plans expansion of RTO network across Maharashtra

Vehicles-gets-stuck-in-a-serpentine-traffic-jam-after-supporters-of-Congress-party-block-a-road-in-Ahmedabad

Updated on Jun 16, 2026 23:58 IST

Buried in stone, preserved through time: Archaeologists discover centuries-old copper plates at Ashtavinayak temple

Buried in stone, preserved through time: Archaeologists discover centuries-old copper plates at Ashtavinayak temple

Updated on Jun 16, 2026 23:56 IST

Illegal hawkers, traffic crowd Pune railway station

Illegal hawkers, traffic crowd Pune railway station

Updated on Jun 16, 2026 23:44 IST

MSRTC extends 10% fare hike till July 15

MSRTC extended the 10 per cent seasonal fare hike on its ordinary bus services by another month, citing the growing financial burden caused by rising fuel prices and increased employee expenditure. (HT FILE)

Updated on Jun 15, 2026 22:00 IST

Pune airport to add 15 check-in counters as old terminal set to open

Airport director Santosh Dhoke said the project is in its final stage and will open once mandatory clearances are received. (HT FILE)

Updated on Jun 15, 2026 01:30 IST

15 mins arrival zone limit on cards at Pune airport

The proposal is currently awaiting approval from the Airports Authority of India (AAI). (HT)

Updated on Jun 15, 2026 01:28 IST

NCMC mandatory for women, seniors from Aug 1

Beginning August 1, 2026, MSRTC bus passengers will be required to possess National Common Mobility Card as part of the state’s push towards digitising public transport services. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 02:42 IST

Now school bus CCTV compliance under RTO scanner

Pune, India - Jan. 12, 2019: School Bus accident follow up :- Road in bad shape near Podar School on Katraj - Dehuroad bypass (Prachi Bari story) in Pune, India, on Saturday, January 12, 2019. (Photo by Ravindra Joshi/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 01:40 IST

CJP's mega protest in Pune over exam irregularities today; Wangchuk to join

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)

Updated on Jun 11, 2026 05:48 IST

Pune Yard block to disrupt train operations on June 14

Commuters will face major disruption on June 14 as Central Railway has cancelled several train services for a Pune Yard block. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Jun 11, 2026 02:28 IST

Safety audit planned for Khadakwasla, Panshet and six other dams in Pune region

Safety and structural stability of eight major dams in and around Pune will be assessed under a comprehensive audit by the Central Water and Power Research Station. (HT FILE)

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 03:00 IST

CWPRS explores C-DAC tie-up to manage advanced dam safety data

CWPRS director Anil Purohit said that the growing use of digital technologies in dam safety assessments has significantly increased data-processing requirements. (HT)

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 02:54 IST

Domestic air travel booms while international pax traffic slumps at Pune Airport

. In May, domestic passenger traffic reached 1,029,594 as compared to 859,223 passengers in April. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 9, 2026 01:30 IST

RPF’s ‘Disha’ initiative reduces stone-pelting incidents on trains

Instead of taking punitive action, RPF personnel opted to build trust with the children through regular interactions. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 9, 2026 01:26 IST

RTO action against overloaded trucks to start from today

Entry mafias ensure smooth passage for overloaded trucks, particularly those carrying sand and stone chips. File Photo

Updated on Jun 8, 2026 06:55 IST

Statewide drive targets illegal pax transport near ST stands

Thane, India - November 11, 2021: Thane RTO allows private bus services from Vandana Cinema ST Bus Depot as commuters face problems due to the ongoing MSRTC strike, in Thane, Mumbai, India, on Thursday, November 11, 2021. (Praful Gangurde/HT Photo) (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 8, 2026 06:44 IST

Railways end agent dependence for parcel bookings

Representational image.

Updated on Jun 8, 2026 01:28 IST

PMPML bus stops set for modern makeover on Mumbai model lines

Mumbai, India - April 07, 2023: As part of its plans to give dreary old bus stops a modern makeover, the BEST has begun installation of multi-purpose bus shelters across the city. The newly constructed one at Nehru Planetarium is one such shelter which comes with a mini library (inset), charging points and a letter box, in Mumbai, India, on Friday, April 07, 2023. (Photo by Bhushan Koyande/HT Photo) (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 6, 2026 01:28 IST

Summer rush pushes footfall at Pune rly stn to three-year high

Pune railway station witnesses steady increase in passenger footfall this summer season with daily average passenger numbers reaching their highest level in the last three years. (HT FILE)

Updated on Jun 5, 2026 02:06 IST

Parking demand outstrips supply on key roads: PMC study

Parking demand outstrips supply on key roads: PMC study

Updated on Jun 5, 2026 01:58 IST

Drivers take Marathi lessons to better serve Pune commuters

Drivers take Marathi lessons to better serve Pune commuters

Updated on Jun 4, 2026 01:44 IST

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