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    Pawar slams ₹5k aid for farmers, warns of protest before Diwali

    NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar on Saturday criticised the Maharashtra government’s <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>5,000 assistance to farmers affected by drought-like conditions, calling it inadequate in view of the extent of crop losses. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 02:18 IST

    Two female leopards released into the wild after immunocontraceptive treatment

    The animals will be monitored to assess the safety and effectiveness of immunocontraception. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 02:15 IST

    Dust pollution persists even as Pune spends 66% of clean air funds

    Of the total allocation of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>418.45 crore, <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>275.28 crore has been spent. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 02:12 IST

    NGT asks PMC to clarify tree-age assessment for reconstruction of Sadhu Vaswani Bridge

    Tribunal questioned whether the civic body followed proper procedures after the PMC revised its tree-felling proposal from 61 trees down to 18 for a bridge construction. (In pic) Sadhu Vaswani bridge. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 16, 2026 02:00 IST

    Three leopard attacks in 1 hour trigger fear near Sinhagad Fort

    Three leopard attacks in 1 hour trigger fear near Sinhagad Fort
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 15, 2026 02:04 IST

    Low rainfall brings migratory birds early at Ujani backwaters

    Lesser rainfall in parts of Maharashtra and shortage of water in smaller wetlands around Ujani reservoir may have contributed to the early arrival of migratory birds at Ujani backwaters. (HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 14, 2026 02:22 IST

    Veteran Marathi actress and Lavani artiste Madhu Kambikar dies at 73

    Veteran Marathi actress and Lavani artiste Madhu Kambikar dies at 73
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 13, 2026 02:06 IST

    At 26.2°C, Wadgaonsheri records highest minimum temperature in Pune

    Temperatures are likely to remain above normal for the next few days in Pune as well as across Maharashtra. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 10, 2026 16:20 IST

    Monsoon withdraws from Maharashtra two days ahead of normal date

    Pune, India - January 08, 2021:The weather has been cloudy for the last two days but on Friday, heavy rains lashed many parts of the city in Pune, India, on Friday, January 08, 2021.(HT PHOTO)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 9, 2026 02:22 IST

    NGT sets aside green clearance for expansion of project in Viman Nagar

    The authority treated the construction as a violation of the earlier EC and the Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 9, 2026 02:21 IST

    ‘Serious matter dealt with carelessly’: NGT quashes Ganeshkhind project clearance

    SEIAA has been given two months from the uploading of the judgment to take a fresh decision. (HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 8, 2026 02:09 IST

    Amravati nears 40°C, hottest in Maharashtra; Pune records 35.7°C

    Pune, India - Dec. 23, 2022: Hazy weather seen on Pune Banglore highway near Wakad in Pune, India, on Friday, December 23, 2022. (HT PHOTO)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 7, 2026 02:00 IST

    2-year-old killed after Leopard drags toddler 300 metres away in Satara

    The incident sparked anger among villagers, who alleged that they had repeatedly alerted the forest department about leopard sightings in the area.
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 5, 2026 07:07 IST

    Monsoon exit begins in state; Pune’s earliest retreat since 2014

    Southwest monsoon began withdrawing from Maharashtra on October 3, with the withdrawal line reaching Pune, marking the city’s earliest monsoon retreat since 2014. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 4, 2026 02:22 IST

    NCC officials flag infra gaps in training facilities across Maha

    NCC Director General Lt Gen Virendra Vats reviewed NCC activities during his visit to Pune on Wednesday and said lack of dedicated training facilities makes it difficult to provide training to cadets. (HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 02:03 IST

    22 dists face water scarcity risk after 30%-59% monsoon deficit

    22 districts in Maharashtra ended the southwest monsoon season with rainfall deficits of 30% to 59%, raising the alarm of water scarcity in the coming months. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 02:02 IST

    18 tree-fall incidents reported in Pune; yellow alert for Tuesday

    pune news
    Updated on Sep 29, 2026 02:20 IST

    Noise curbs fail; Laxmi Road average hits 104.5 dB

    COEP Technological University and Maharashtra Pollution Control Board recorded an average of 104.5 dB across ten junctions in Laxmi Road area, up from 92.6 dB in 2025. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 27, 2026 02:25 IST

    In rain deficit Maharashtra, Bhira and Tamhini close in on 10,000mm mark, Solapur gets just 159.5mm

    The exceptionally high rainfall in Bhira and Tamhini is a result of their location on the windward side of the western ghats. (FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 22, 2026 02:05 IST

    NGT directs strict noise rule enforcement in Maharashtra’s silence zones

    The tribunal was considering the petition filed by Pune-based audiologist Dr Kalyani Mandke and others through advocate Maitreya P Ghorpade in October 2025. (HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 16, 2026 02:08 IST

    With central funds unavailable, NGT seeks PCMC plan for Pavana River project

    The state said a proposal to continue the National River Conservation Plan under the 16th Finance Commission cycle, covering 2026-27 to 2030-31, was still under consideration. (FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 16, 2026 02:08 IST

    Over 130 silent zones in Pune but most remain noisy despite rules

    pune news
    Updated on Sep 14, 2026 02:13 IST

    When the NGT has to tackle its own premises falling victim to neglect

    The tribunal has also found that a light on one of the poles is not functioning, and has directed the PWD to repair it immediately. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 10, 2026 02:15 IST

    Monsoon revival possible in Pune from Sept 14

    Maharashtra and Pune have been experiencing subdued rainfall activity since August. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 8, 2026 02:11 IST

    Third protest in a week seeks crackdown on loudspeakers, DJs during Ganeshotsav

    Punekars from across the city gathered at Balgandharva Chowk carrying placards against high-volume DJs and loudspeaker systems. (MAHENDRA KOHLE/ HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 7, 2026 02:02 IST

    Woman killed as iron structure collapses during dismantling after Dahi Handi event

    The woman, identified as Salma Salauddin Pathan, sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Aundh Hospital, where doctors declared her dead on arrival. (VIDEO GRAB)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 6, 2026 02:07 IST

    31 mandals hold DJ-free Dahi Handi at Lal Mahal

    The programme began with a performance by the Prabhat Band, followed by a ceremonial salutation by 21 Govinda troupes. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 6, 2026 02:06 IST

    Fadnavis compares DJ noise to ‘earthquake’, seeks consensus on curbing loud music

    The chief minister also condemned the alleged assault on activist Vidyanand Bapat. (HT FILE)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 5, 2026 02:09 IST

    Loudspeakers allowed till midnight on 5 days during Ganeshotsav in Pune

    The use of sound systems has been capped at four bass and four top speakers during festivals and public celebrations.
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 08:43 IST

    Pune activist campaigning against noise pollution during Ganeshotsav slapped

    Chavan is reportedly a resident of Rautwadi in Kothrud; a former president of the Priyadarshini Ganesh Mandal in Rautwadi. (VIDEO GRAB)
    pune news
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 02:20 IST
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