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Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 20.38 °C, check weather forecast for September 16, 2024

Published on Sep 16, 2024 07:00 AM IST

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Pune on September 16, 2024 here.

Pune weather update on September 16, 2024

Byhindustantimes.com

Zika was accidental finding amongst infected deceased: Death audit committee

Pune city has reported 100 cases of Zika virus this year, with five suspected deaths due to the ZIKV virus infection

PMC has reported five Zika deaths, including 76-year-old man from Warje, 72-year-old man from Kharadi, 68-year-old man from Kothrud, 78-year-old man from Baner and 95-year-old woman from Pashan who were undergoing treatment at private hospitals. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:54 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

Goethe-Institut Max Mueller Bhavan, SPPU sign MoU for teachers’ training

The MoU will benefit those studying MA German at SPPU’s foreign languages department and aspiring to become German language teachers

(From left) Markus Biechele, director Goethe-Institut Pune, Swati Acharya, head, department of foreign languages, Savitribai Phule Pune University and Alicia Padros, deputy director and head of language department Goethe-Institut Pune. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:52 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

AAP cadre in Maharashtra enthused ahead of assembly polls, eye Delhi impact

With demand that Delhi elections, be held as early as November, AAP leaders in Maharashtra believe the ripple effects of a robust performance in the national capital could strengthen their chances in Maharadhtra where assembly polls are due during the same period

Kejriwal has been occupied in administrative work as CM of Delhi and after his resignation will have more time to focus on the expansion of the party and strengthening the organisation, said Abhijit More, state secretary, AAP. (HT FILE)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:50 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

Pune sees significant rainfall deficit till September 15

As per the IMD data, Shivajinagar recorded just 21.3 mm rainfall in the last 15 days, against the normal rainfall of 143.6 mm in the month of September

Except for some areas in Vidarbha, the rest of Maharashtra experienced a similar situation in the last 15 days. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:48 AM IST

ByGayatri Vajpeyee

Over 100 cases of breathing discomfort, giddiness reported among people pandal-hopping

Huge crowds in the city centre area, and high noise levels are the main causes of such health issues, say doctors involved in the medical team

This year with increased social media influence and weekend holiday resulted in significant increase in the number of visitors for the prominent Ganesh pandals in the central part of the city. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:36 AM IST

ByGayatri Vajpeyee

PMC prepared to handle medical emergencies during Ganpati Visarjan

For the first time, the PMC this year has set up a three-bed, round-the-clock ICU near the Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati temple. The facility will be available till Wednesday and since September 7, as many as 98 people have availed essential and emergency medical services

Dr Nina Borade, health chief of the PMC, informed that for this medical camp, the PMC has appointed one anaesthetist, three medical officers, four nurses and one attendant with a 24-hour service divided into three shifts (morning, afternoon and night). (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:10 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

Pune traffic police announce traffic diversions for Ganesh Visarjan

A procession is set to take place within the city on September 17 at around 9 am from Laxmi Road, Kumthekar Road, Tilak road etc

Pune city traffic police announced there is a ban on entry of heavy vehicles in the city for almost 48 hours on September 17 -18. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:14 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Pune Metro achieves record ridership amid Ganpati festival rush on Saturday

Pune Metro hit a record 243,435 passengers on Sept 14, boosted by Ganpati festivities and extended services, surpassing previous highs.

Saturday saw a surge in ridership as several Punekars took the opportunity to visit Ganesh pandals due to the weekend, not to mention extended metro services and police permission to operate speakers until midnight from September 12 to 17. (HT FILE)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:58 AM IST

BySiddharth Gadkari

Traffic police, PMC to implement pilot traffic decongestion plan

Pune traffic police and PMC to implement a new traffic plan on an experimental basis on Ahmednagar Road, Solapur Road and North Main Road beginning September 21

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 08:00 AM IST

BySiddharth Gadkari

PMC to launch first SRA plan at Maharshinagar

PMC is set to initiate a significant slum rehabilitation project at Meenatai Thackeray Vasahat in Indiranagar, Maharshinagar at Gultekdi

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:34 AM IST

BySiddharth Gadkari

One killed, another injured in open firing at Haveli

Pune rural police have arrested eight persons and booked over twenty for opening firing in which one person died and another was injured

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:22 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

As Pune sees surge in illegal gun trade, police crackdown on supply chain

Gun violence is rising in Pune, linked to illegal firearms from neighboring states. Recent police busts reveal a thriving illegal arms trade.

The growing number of firing incidents in Pune has exposed the flourishing illegal firearms trade. (HT)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:32 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Pune police ask Dagdusheth Halwai Ganesh Mandal to start procession by 4 pm

In 2023, processions lasted long for 30.25 hours, in 2022 it took 31 hours. So, police are making efforts to minimise the procession time

As per the routine, Manache Ganpati usually starts at 9 am, but considering the gaps in between two procession the police has asked Dagdusheth Halwai Ganesh Mandal to start procession early. (HT FILE)

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 07:14 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Citizens protest formation of Phursungi-Uruli Devachi municipal council

Villagers and residents of Phursungi and Uruli Devachi on Sunday morning staged protest against the state government’s decision to turn the two villages into a municipal council

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 06:44 AM IST

ByDheeraj Bengrut

Authorities take steps to decongest roads in Pimpri-Chinchwad

Pimpri-Chinchwad Police, PCMC, Public Works Department and National Highways Authority of India have joined hands to address traffic issues in the twin town

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 06:46 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

Monday Musings: Ranade’s removal and questions of leadership in higher education

Under Ajit Ranade’s leadership, GIPE witnessed significant developments — new programmes, improved infrastructure and increased academic engagement

Updated on Sep 16, 2024 06:26 AM IST

ByYogesh Joshi

Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 20.4 °C, check weather forecast for September 15, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Pune on September 15, 2024 here.

Pune weather update on September 15, 2024

Published on Sep 15, 2024 07:00 AM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Unnecessary med tests leading to anxiety amongst citizens

PMC health department raises concerns regarding alleged surge in unnecessary screening and diagnostic tests done by private doctors in the city

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:44 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

PMC intensifies vector-borne disease control measures

Given spike in vector-borne disease cases, PMC has launched a case-concentrated containment initiative across the city

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:42 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

Ladki Bahin scheme will run for next 5 years, claims NCP

NCP state president Sunil Tatkare on Friday participated in a signature campaign and said Ladki Bahin scheme will run for next five years

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:40 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

NCP (SP) receives 41 applications from aspirants keen to contest assembly polls

NCP (SP) has received 41 applications from aspiring candidates who want to contest in the upcoming assembly election from Pune

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:38 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Pune Police summon criminals to curb online glorification of offence

There have been reports of gangsters and criminals posting photos and videos online glorifying crimes. Many post reels carrying guns or koyta

The cops directed criminals to verify their social media accounts and asked them to delete such posts. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:36 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Senior citizen, child injured in two stray dog attacks in Pune

Two dog bite incidents in Pune raise concerns over stray canines, with an elderly woman and a child attacked, prompting calls for action to control the population.

The child was standing outside his house on Yash Park Road in Kadachiwadi in Chakan when the pack of stray dogs surrounded and attacked him, a video of which later went viral. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:34 AM IST

ByVicky Pathare

One injured in open firing at Uruli Kanchan

According to the police, the accused and victim deal in property and there was dispute over an alleged land deal

The police have arrested Dashrath Shitole, who had fired three to four rounds from his licenced firearm. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:32 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Pune to get two Vande Bharat trains: Mohol

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually flag off Pune’s first Vande Bharat Express on Pune-Hubli route on Monday

These trains will not only benefit Pune but also strengthen connectivity across western Maharashtra, including Satara, Miraj, Sangli, and Kolhapur. It will also provide a boost to the economy, says Mohol. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:28 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Cop suspended for threatening woman

On Friday, traffic DCP Amol Zende issued the suspension order of Anagha Sunil Dhawale associated with the Kothrud traffic branch

She allegedly told her friend’s wife to maintain illicit relations with another man and when the woman refused to do so she threatened kill her by using electric shock, as per the complaint filed by the victim at Gadhinglaj police station. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:24 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Pune civic body proposes pay and park on pilot basis on six roads

PMC awaits approval for the proposal from the state government before launching it on Jungli Maharaj Road, Fergusson College Road, Dhole Patil Road, North Main Road, Aundh DP Road, Balewadi High Street and Vimannagar

he PMC general body had passed the parking policy in 2018 and a panel was formed under the leadership of the mayor and party leaders. (Milind Saurkar/HT Photo)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Pune forest dept proposes safety measures at Tamhini, Sudhagad reserves

Safety concerns were raised after a 38-year-old man died after being swept away in a waterfall in Tamhini on July 1, his body was recovered after 48 hours

Tamhini and Sudhagad officially became forest reserves in 2022 as against their earlier status as wildlife sanctuaries. Throughout the year, tourists visit popular spots such as Andharban forest, Plus Valley, Devkund and several other small and big waterfalls. (HT FILE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:56 AM IST

ByGayatri Vajpeyee

3 Ganesh mandals in Pune booked for noise pollution violations

Most of it come under Mundhwa police station jurisdiction. Many mandals are using DJ during the immersion procession, says police

At a meeting held with Ganesh mandals before the festival, Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar had instructed the organisers to adhere to noise pollution norms set by the court or face action. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:50 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

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