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Leopard capture in Chakan MIDC raises fresh concerns over waste mismanagement

Leopard capture in Chakan MIDC raises fresh concerns over waste mismanagement

Updated on May 13, 2026 09:54 IST

Pune records hottest night of summer season; administration issues heatwave safety guidelines

Lohegaon continued to remain one of the hottest locations in Pune district, recording a maximum temperature of 43.2 degrees Celsius for the second consecutive day. (HT)

Updated on May 13, 2026 09:35 IST

Chanda, Tara carry Sahyadri’s hopes for first breeding tigers

Sahyadri Tiger Reserve officials suspect Tara (in pic) and Chanda are pregnant based on their movement and behavioural patterns. They are closely monitoring the animals using field tracking and camera surveillance. (HT)

Updated on May 13, 2026 01:30 IST

Lohegaon bakes at 43.8°C as Pune continues to reel under intense heat

The soaring mercury levels caused significant discomfort among residents. (PTI)

Updated on May 11, 2026 23:36 IST

Scorching Sunday in Pune as Lohegaon records 42.7°C, Shivajinagar 41.4 °C

Meteorologists said that the increase in temperature is part of the typical pre-monsoon weather activity being experienced across Maharashtra. (HT FILE)

Updated on May 11, 2026 24:44 IST

Silent protest in Pune over murder of Nasrapur minor

From Jangli Maharaj Road to Savarkar Bhavan in the Deccan area, the protesters walked silently, paying tribute to the minor and expressing outrage over the incident that has sent shockwaves through the city. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on May 11, 2026 24:42 IST

Woman dies after falling from 8th floor of building in Maval; suicide suspected

Police said her brother-in-law brought her to the hospital. A medico-legal case has been registered in connection with the incident. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Updated on May 10, 2026 23:48 IST

Sahyadri forests records 1,556 wildlife sightings during annual programme

Participants recorded 1,556 sightings of wild animals, birds, reptiles and other species during the annual wildlife observation programme “Nisarganubhav 2026” held on May 1 across the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary and Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. (HT)

Updated on May 10, 2026 01:16 IST

Woman escapes death by lying on tracks as train passes over her

According to locals, the woman, who’s name has not been confirmed, was attempting to cross the railway tracks when the goods train suddenly began moving. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on May 9, 2026 23:38 IST

Leopard spotted near industrial plant in Chakan

Panic gripped the Chakan industrial area after a leopard was spotted near the premises of the Mercedes-Benz India manufacturing plant during the early hours of May 8. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on May 9, 2026 24:52 IST

RMC plants resume operations after 23-day shutdown

Pune RMC Association resumed operations on Friday after withdrawing its 23-day-long strike. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on May 9, 2026 24:20 IST

Leopard attacks motorcyclist in Ambegaon, one injured

According to officials, the attack took place at around 7.30 pm near Bhamchi Vihir in Ranmala village. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 7, 2026 02:04 IST

Pune: Tourist rescued after 150-ft fall at Sinhagad Fort while clicking photos

According to the police officers, Yogesh Mohan Shitole was visiting the popular hill fort in the evening

Updated on May 6, 2026 08:28 IST

423 wild animals spotted during annual waterhole census

423 wild animals were spotted during the annual waterhole census conducted by Pune forest department across the district. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on May 6, 2026 02:08 IST

Central Maharashtra likely to see more heatwave days in May

Minimum temperatures across most parts of the state—excluding some areas of central Maharashtra and Vidarbha—are forecast to remain above normal. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 3, 2026 24:30 IST

Reservoir levels higher than last year but summer stress grips Maha

The state government however maintains that current storage levels remain better than last year. (HT)

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 21:38 IST

MPCB set to complete audit of STPs in housing societies across five cities; report by mid-May

The first phase of the audit covers Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur and Thane. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 22:14 IST

35% gap in new odonate study indicates mounting ecological stress in Western Ghats

35% gap in new odonate study indicates mounting ecological stress in Western Ghats

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 24:36 IST

Maharashtra raises compensation for capturing conflict monkeys

Three monkeys from SGNP forest entered a residential complex at Thane's Samta Nagar in search of food, creating much excitement and ruckus among residents. (Photo: Praful Gangurde)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 24:26 IST

Akola logs 46.9°C as Maha swelters under heatwave

The Vidarbha region remained the worst affected, with several districts experiencing extreme heatwave conditions. (HT)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 22:34 IST

Pune sees warmer nights, Wadgaonsheri logs 28°C

Pune recorded elevated night-time temperatures on Saturday with Wadgaonsheri logging a minimum of 28°C, according to IMD. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 23:04 IST

IITM installs Doppler radar in Mahabaleshwar, boost to nowcasting in Pune

Scientists said the radar will support early warnings for floods and landslides, and aid aviation safety, disaster management, agriculture advisories and water resource planning. (HT)

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 22:44 IST

NGT seeks GRAP details, orders fresh affidavits on Pune air pollution

The tribunal also sought comprehensive data on the sources of air pollution in Pune. (HT)

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 22:38 IST

District collector directs stakeholders to submit RMC policy guidelines within two days

Pune district collector Jitendra Dudi held a meeting on Friday to formalise policy for the Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) industry. (FILE)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:34 IST

New study maps rainfall patterns over Western Ghats

TOPSHOT - In this photo taken on June 30, 2018 visitors walk along the ruins of the Lohagad hill fort, near Lonavla in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. First built upon by Indian dynasties stretching back to the Satavahana Empire around the first century BC, the fortified Lohagad -- meaning Iron Fort -- is based on a flat-top hill in India's Western Ghats mountain range and was still in use by successive empires up until the 1800s. The fort is a popular destination for hikers during the monsoon season when heavy rains brings out fresh foliage in the region. / AFP PHOTO / Alex OGLE (AFP)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 02:38 IST

Leopard attack kills three-year-old girl in Nashik’s Dindori

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Updated on Apr 22, 2026 22:14 IST

Hailstorm, rain lash parts of Pune; IMD issues yellow alert till April 25

Hailstorm, rain lash parts of Pune; IMD issues yellow alert till April 25

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 22:06 IST

Pune: Akola, Wardha touch 45°C as state reels under heat

Akola, Wardha touch 45°C as state reels under heat

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 04:51 IST

Akola, Wardha touch 45°C as Vidarbha, Central Maharashtra reels under heat

Satara: A man walks on the dried-up bed of Shivsagar Lake (Koyna backwaters) on a hot summer day, in Satara, Maharashtra, Friday, June 7, 2019. (PTI Photo)(PTI6_7_2019_000076A) (PTI)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 01:00 IST

64-year-old Mumbai trekker injured after falling into 250-feet gorge

He was shifted to Velhe primary health centre for treatment where hi (Photo for representation)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 04:40 IST

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