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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

A-leopard-climbs-a-tree-at-a-village-in-Karad-Maharashtra-PTI-photo

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

IMD issues yellow alert for Pune till April 22

The department has further stated that there will be no significant change in maximum temperatures over Maharashtra on April 19. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 23:02 IST

Rescuers flag safety gaps as district reports drowning deaths

Chiplun, India - July 26, 2022: Flowing Savatsada waterfall during monsoon in Chiplun, India, on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Anil Phalke

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 22:16 IST

PMC crackdown, RMC shutdown spark political row as industry flags project delays

Pune RMC Association said that the voluntary suspension of production by RMC operators as part of a self-assessment exercise may continue for three to four days. (HT FILE)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 22:14 IST

RMC plants temporarily suspend ops, seek clarity on regulatory norms

Also present were members Narendra Pasalkar, Chaitanya Raisoni, Sachin Kate, Narendra Mahajan and Vikram Dhoot. (HT)

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 21:50 IST

Report flags major gaps in waste management across Maha

The compliance report filed on April 2 was submitted by Maharashtra chief secretary to the National Green Tribunal following directions from the tribunal’s principal bench in December 2025 ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 24:56 IST

Pavana pollution case: NGT seeks EDC assessment against industries, pulls up authorities over lack of timelines

The tribunal found the response of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) inadequate. (HT)

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 22:22 IST

Pune escapes heat wave alert, dry weather over nedxt 48 hrs

Pune, India -March 19, 2024:People wear scarf, gloves, goggles,during summer seasos at Laxmi road in Pune, India,Tuesday, -March 19, 2024-HT photo

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 22:20 IST

Pune forest dept considering replicating Rajasthan’s Jawai model in Junnar

Mumbai, India - August 23, 2020: At Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) in Junnar, Pune district, 20 of the 33 leopards — mostly rescued after serious injuries related to conflicts — are elderly. The four-hectare rescue centre is jointly run by the Maharashtra forest department and animal rescue group Wildlife SOS. It is home to the most number of rescued and orphaned leopards in the state. (PHOTO : Maharashtra Forest Department) (WILDLIFE SOS)

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 23:58 IST

Bio-enzymes not to be used for cleaning natural water bodies: CPCB

In its report, the CPCB stated that the use of bio-enzymes, including products like Draynzyme, is not suitable for ecological restoration. (HT)

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 21:56 IST

Two new tigers identified in Radhanagari wildlife sanctuary, taking total count to nine

Two new tigers identified in Radhanagari wildlife sanctuary, taking total count to nine

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 24:14 IST

At 33.7°C, Pune records lowest daytime temperature in April since 2016

At 33.7°C, Pune records lowest daytime temperature in April since 2016

Updated on Apr 6, 2026 24:40 IST

Pune records wettest April day in 130 years

The intense spell, accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms, caused widespread disruption with waterlogging.

Updated on Apr 3, 2026 07:55 IST

Woman killed as record April rain batters Pune

Woman killed as record April rain batters Pune

Updated on Apr 3, 2026 24:30 IST

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