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Dheeraj Bengrut

Dheeraj Bengrut

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Pune railway station under risk from gas cylinders, unauthorised alterations

The heritage structure of Pune railway station is under threat following allegations of unauthorised alterations, storage of gas cylinders, and cooking activities being carried out inside the historic building. (HT)

Updated on Mar 4, 2026 21:52 IST

Minister pulls up officials over private parking fines issued via PTP app

The meeting was convened after transport associations across the state raised objections to the PTP (Pune Traffic Police) app’s functioning. (HT)

Updated on Mar 3, 2026 22:32 IST

New 6-lane corridor to cut accidents by 40%

The project involved an expenditure of approximately <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>580 crore for construction and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,700 crore for land acquisition. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 01:48 IST

Turning fear into courage: Women and youth lead Solapur’s flood rescue mission

Over the past few days, volunteers equipped with life jackets and safety gear have been practising boat handling and rescue manoeuvres at Siddheshwar Lake under expert supervision. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 01:38 IST

Fewer Tamasha shows at winter yatras signal decline of Maharashtra’s folk theatre

Artists say reduced bookings during winter festivals — historically their peak earning period — have made it increasingly difficult to sustain operations through the year. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 01:24 IST

Pune railway station sets up holding zone for Holi rush

Dedicated holding zone has be set up on the Pune railway station premises to manage the surge of passengers travelling to the northern states. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 22:08 IST

Maha-Metro to move Jal Shakti ministry over CWPRS land row

Maha-Metro to move Jal Shakti ministry over CWPRS land row

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 24:08 IST

Pay pending e-challan within 30 days or face legal action: Police

Pune, India - Feb. 20, 2016 : Massive traffic jam at Pune-Mumbai Expressway after an oil tanker toppled blocking the busy road route near Khandala exit in Pune, India, on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Traffic on Mumbai-Pune express way was restored after nine hours on Saturday after it was virtually standstill since morning. Vehicular movement from Mumbai and Pune remained affected when an oil tanker turned turtle around 6 am on stiff slope near Khandala exit.. Oil spilled over one km area, forcing authorities to block the road. Traffic was diverted from old national highway. But long queue -- almost eight to ten kms - from both the ends was seen till noon. It took almost six to eight hours to pass express way, which took 150 minutes in normal circumstance. Vehicle users faced severe hardships due to the mishap. HT photo (HT Photos)

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 23:10 IST

₹55 lakh fine collected in RTO drive against auto violations

Mumbai, India - 19 May 2020: Traffic due to Samta Nagar Police takes action on Autorickshaw,Taxi and Two wheelers against the offenders who were travelling without valid permission during second day of Lockdown 4.0 at Western Express Highway,Kandivali in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. (Photo by Pramod Thakur/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 22:38 IST

96% vehicle users in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad ready to switch to cleaner options: Study

The study covered 2,000 two-wheeler and four-wheeler users, including 1,213 males and 787 females, across 20 locations between September and October 2025. (HT)

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 17:15 IST

Pune railway station’s heritage building fire triggers probe

The 101-year-old heritage building, inaugurated on July 27, 1925, is among the city’s oldest and most iconic railway landmarks. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 17:12 IST

Missing link tunnel gets ‘E’ risk tag, vehicles carrying hazardous chemicals barred from entry

‘E’ category as per international ADR standards which is the highest risk classification for road tunnels and entails stringent restrictions on the movement of dangerous goods. In line with these norms, tankers transporting petrol, diesel, gas and other inflammable fuels and hazardous chemicals will be barred from entering the tunnel.

Updated on Feb 23, 2026 23:38 IST

Pune Airport logs surge in international passengers, flights in 2025

The airport recorded a 74% increase in international flight movements and a 65% surge in international passenger footfall compared to 2024, highlighting Pune’s growing global connectivity and economic strength. (HT)

Updated on Feb 23, 2026 23:02 IST

Mohol assures prelim findings on Ajit Pawar aircraft accident before Feb 28

Pune, India - Sept. 22, 2019: Ajit Pawar at NCP meet at Annabhau Sathe auditorium in Pune, India, on Sunday, September 22, 2019. (Photo by Rahul Raut/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 22, 2026 22:56 IST

Only 170 CCTV cameras monitoring Pune railway station

Only 170 CCTV cameras monitoring Pune railway station

Updated on Feb 22, 2026 22:50 IST

Neglected battery-operated vehicles rot in station yard

Neglected battery-operated vehicles rot in station yard

Updated on Feb 22, 2026 22:48 IST

Satellite images used to detect ₹217 crore irregularity in crop insurance claims

Officials said that under the weather-based fruit crop insurance scheme for the Ambiya Bahar season 2025–26, claims were submitted for nearly 44,041 hectares where no banana cultivation was found. (HT)

Updated on Feb 22, 2026 22:28 IST

Pune RTO launches inspection drive for driving schools

The drive aims to ensure that every licenced driving school strictly complies with the prescribed norms, whether it is minimum infrastructure, qualified instructors, etc. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Feb 22, 2026 10:37 IST

AI-integrated robot ‘Spaceo M1’ begins test operations at Pune airport

Santosh Dhoke, director, Pune Airport, said the humanoid robot has currently been introduced on a trial basis. (HT)

Updated on Feb 20, 2026 23:22 IST

Holiday rush slows down traffic on Pune-Mumbai e-way

Traffic on the Pune-Mumbai expressway moved at a slow pace for most of Thursday. (HT)

Updated on Feb 20, 2026 01:02 IST

Bhor Ghat on e-way to get median openings every 2.5 km

Traffic on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway remained disrupted for over 32 hours after a tanker carrying highly inflammable propylene gas overturned near the Adoshi Tunnel in the Khandala on February 4, 2026. State highway police and MSRDC plan to construct median openings at intervals of 2 to 2.5 km along the 14-km stretch of Bhor Ghat to enable faster traffic diversion during such situations. (HT FILE)

Updated on Feb 19, 2026 24:04 IST

Panchgani soars high as India hosts Paragliding World Cup

Hosting Paragliding World Cup from February 15 to 21, Panchgani is positioning itself not just as a scenic destination but as a technically demanding, winter flying site of international relevance. (MAHENDRA KOLHE)

Updated on Feb 18, 2026 01:30 IST

Nanded flights resume after runway safety repairs

Aviation experts, however, have raised broader concerns about infrastructure and monitoring standards at smaller airports. (HT)

Updated on Feb 16, 2026 23:12 IST

Over 3,500 driving licences suspended in 2025

As per information shared by the RTO, suspension action is initiated for specific offences that pose serious threat to public safety and require strict administrative action, especially in case of repeat offenders. (FILE)

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 23:22 IST

Dist administration says over 93% consent secured for Purandar airport land acquisition

The project, officially cleared by the state government earlier this week, is being developed as Purandar International Airport. (HT)

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 23:20 IST

After Pune railway station, ST stands gear up for prepaid auto booths

The initiative is intended to ensure fixed fares, reduce disputes between drivers and passengers, and curb the practice of refusing short-distance trips. (HT)

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 23:18 IST

PMC to launch QR code-based entry at 16 auditoriums

PMC has tied up with private agency to introduce digital ticketing and entry system across all 16 of its auditoriums, enabling entry via QR code scanning. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Feb 14, 2026 24:20 IST

Mall-style facilities planned for three auditoriums in Pune

PMC has decided to upgrade facilities at Balgandharva Rangmandir (in pic), Ganesh Kala Krida Manch and Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha in Pune. (HT FILE)

Updated on Feb 14, 2026 24:12 IST

Govt to mandate ADAS features in CVs by 2027: ARAI head

Govt to mandate ADAS features in CVs by 2027: ARAI head

Updated on Feb 13, 2026 23:34 IST

Ghaywal escape prompts tougher passport checks in Pune

In the wake of sharp criticism over how criminal Nilesh Ghaywal managed to obtain a passport and flee abroad, the Pune Passport Office has decided to tighten scrutiny. (HT)

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 23:54 IST

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