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Vicky Pathare

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PCMC cracks down on encroachments under special drive

In the F ward, action was taken on May 2 and 3 along the RTO Road stretch from Triveni Nagar Chowk to Talawade Chowk, as well as in the Dehu-Alandi Road area (HT PHOTO)

Updated on May 7, 2026 01:28 IST

62 guests suffer from suspected food poisoning after attending Purandar wedding

Lunch was served in the afternoon following which, the guests returned home. However, many of them complained of vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea and abdominal pain later that night. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on May 7, 2026 24:50 IST

Sterilisation death probe: Panel flags delay in emergency surgery

Her condition had worsened and she died around 6 pm on her way to Sassoon. (HT FILE)

Updated on May 5, 2026 24:22 IST

Maha reports 163 heatstroke cases since Mar 1 along with three suspected deaths

Heatstroke is a serious heat-related emergency that occurs when the body is unable to control its internal temperature owing to exposure to heat. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 4, 2026 22:06 IST

Daund sterilisation death: Surgeon barred, probe report due today

District administration has prohibited the surgeon who performed sterilisation procedure on a woman from Daund, who later reportedly developed complications and died, from conducting surgeries. (Getty Images/iStockphoto (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on May 4, 2026 01:50 IST

Central team to conduct pre-monsoon vector survey at Pune airport from May 11 to May 15

Civic officials have been directed to eliminate stagnant water sources, intensify anti-larval measures, and strengthen surveillance to detect and destroy mosquito breeding grounds. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 3, 2026 22:00 IST

Thergaon cancer hospital to bring advanced, affordable care closer to patients

The hospital will be equipped with advanced medical technology such as linear accelerators, brachytherapy units and PET-CT scanners. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 3, 2026 13:11 IST

PCMC seals four RMC plants in fresh crackdown on dust pollution

The sealed units include Pharande RMC plant in Moshi, Yash RMC plant in Chinchwad, Ram Group Crystal One RMC plant in Moshi, and Aswani Associates GK RMC plant in Pimple Saudagar. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on May 3, 2026 01:06 IST

PCMC plans major revamp of YCM Hospital

PCMC has initiated major revamp of Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital (YCMH) with plans to introduce super-speciality services, expand key facilities and upgrade infrastructure. (HT)

Updated on May 3, 2026 24:24 IST

24 hospitalised after chlorine gas leak from abandoned tank at defunct plant in Kondhwa

While the plant had been dismantled, the chlorine-filled tank had been left behind without properly securing it. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 18:04 IST

Pune forms district-level panel to probe woman’s death post sterilisation

The committee will carry out a detailed probe into the circumstances leading to the woman’s death, and examine whether medical negligence or procedural lapses were involved; as per an official order issued by the district health officer (DHO). (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 23:40 IST

Now, SWaCH waste pickers to finish work by 12 noon in keeping with Maha’s heatwave guidelines

With afternoon temperatures in Pune regularly exceeding 40°C this month, these delays are exposing waste pickers, the majority of them being women, to serious heat-related health risks. (HT)

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 22:00 IST

Centre flags lapses in submission of malaria blood slide samples from Maha, seeks compliance

As per the norms, districts are required to send 1% of negative slides and 50% of positive slides from the total examined samples to the regional office for quality checks. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 23:34 IST

Pune to deploy night squads for filariasis surveillance

Pune to deploy night squads for filariasis surveillance

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 24:44 IST

Maha sets up SOP for funding high-cost organ transplants

A doctor taking or delivering a bag containing a human organ for transplant (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 23:40 IST

Abitkar orders revival of health committees across Maharashtra

Abitkar orders revival of health committees across Maharashtra

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 23:28 IST

PMC seeks study on air pollution from cremations following citizen complaints

Last week, the civic health department requested research reports, studies, or any available data on emissions generated during the cremation of human bodies and their impact on air quality. (HT)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 22:46 IST

Woman gives birth on roadside; locals, doctor come together to save duo

Dr Sunita Pote (centre), a gynaecologist, who helped deliver the baby along with other locals. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 22:50 IST

PCMC cracks down on errant STPs; ₹70,000 fine imposed for releasing untreated sewage

PCMC penalises 12 housing societies for violating environmental norms by discharging untreated or partially treated sewage into nallahs and rivers. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 24:34 IST

FDA notice to mid-day meal provider after insect scare in school

FDA on Friday issued improvement notice to mid-day meal supplier in Pune following the incident where students were allegedly served insect-infested food at school in Kharalwadi. (HT)

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 24:14 IST

PCMC standing committee clears proposals covering sanitation, infra, healthcare & education

Several infrastructure and civic works across wards were approved. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 23:46 IST

Govt residential area used for religious activities; notice issued

The incident took place on Regional Mental Hospital (RMH), Yerawada premises. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:30 IST

Health dept flags lapses in hospital diet services, orders disciplinary action

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Updated on Apr 22, 2026 23:52 IST

PCMC seals 14 RMC plants for violating pollution norms

The violations include a lack of proper dust control systems, failure to carry out regular water sprinkling, open storage of materials, and absence of essential pollution control measures (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 21:50 IST

31 heat stroke cases reported in Maharashtra; woman dies in Ahilyanagar

Patna, India - June 17, 2019:Commuters protected themselves from scorching sun light covered their bodies with cloths . More than 100 peoples died in different part of Bihar due to heat stork blistering heat wave conditions in the state in Patna, India, on Monday, June 17, 2019. (Photo by Parwaz Khan / Hindustan Times) (Parwaz Khan /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 24:04 IST

Massive fire guts Bhosari MIDC unit; one fireman injured

Fire brigade teams reached the spot within minutes, around 5.25 am, and launched an intensive firefighting operation. (HT)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 22:34 IST

ICU infections show alarming antibiotic resistance in Pune hospital study

The findings warn that rising resistance to commonly used antibiotics could severely limit treatment options and increase mortality risks. (HT)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 23:04 IST

PCMC clears 45,289 sq ft of illegal constructions in 3-day crackdown; 46 structures demolished

Illegal tin sheds, RCC structures and encroachments on public land were unearthed during this action. (HT)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 23:02 IST

Insects found in mid-day meal at PCMC Urdu school; probe ordered

The issue came to light when students noticed insects in their breakfast and alerted teachers. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 23:04 IST

PMC debunks claim of 30% property tax rebate for senior citizens

The civic administration further said that no state-level scheme currently offers such a benefit. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 23:00 IST

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