Bellona Hospitality eyes 100 restaurants, Rs 650 crore revenue by FY30
The company operates a portfolio of six brands - Ishaara, Dobaara, Cha Hongkong Eating House, Eight, Allora Milano and Legume - across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and Lucknow.
Bellona Hospitality eyes 100 restaurants, 650 crore revenue by FY30
Bellona Hospitality, the food and beverage arm of Phoenix Mills Ltd, is targeting Rs 600-650 crore revenue by 2029-30, driven by its portfolio expansion to 100 restaurants across its brands, a top company executive said. Bellona Hospitality, which operates 32 restaurants across five cities under five brands, reported around Rs 150 crore revenue in FY26, its Managing Director Prashant Issar told PTI. The company operates a portfolio of six brands - Ishaara, Dobaara, Cha Hongkong Eating House, Eight, Allora Milano and Legume - across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and Lucknow. For this expansion, Issar said the company has set a capex of Rs 100 crore, which will be raised through internal accruals. This expansion will mainly be within the five cities where the company's brands are present, besides in places where there are Phoenix Malls. There is significant scope for expansion in the five cities where we are currently present. We plan to add another 20-30 outlets across these
Pune octogenarian loses Rs 5 lakh in voter card updating scam; accused posed as ECI official
Digital Desk | Pune, Oct (IANS) A person posing as an official of the Election Commission of India (ECI) cheated an 80-year-old man of Rs five lakh online under the guise of updating his voter card in Maharashtra's Pune, police said on Sunday. A case regarding this incident has been registered at the Lakshminagar Police Station in Pune. According to the police, the complainant, Kanjasheri Vaidyanathan Venkatesan (80), is a retired employee of an automotive manufacturing company, residing in the Yerwada area of Pune. The accused called him, claiming to be from the ECI's office, and stated that he needed to update his voter card. Subsequently, the accused instructed him to download an APK file. After the file was downloaded, the accused gained access to the victim's mobile screen, compromised his banking passwords, and fraudulently siphoned off Rs. 5 lakh. A case has been registered at the Lakshminagar Police Station under Sections 308, 318(4), and 319(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), as well as Sections 66(D) and 66(C) of the IT Act. The full name and address of the accused have not yet been ascertained. Investigation into the case is currently underway, and further details are awaited, officials said. In a similar case reported from Pune in June, a retired IT professional was allegedly duped of more than Rs 4.43 crore by fraudsters posing as investment experts on WhatsApp and Telegram. The accused reportedly lured the victim with promises of extraordinary returns through stock market investments and displayed fictitious profits worth over Rs 26 crore on a fake online trading platform before demanding additional payments in the name of service charges. According to the complaint, the accused repeatedly instructed him to transfer funds into various bank accounts for investment purposes. Believing the investment opportunity to be genuine, Chaudhary allegedly transferred a total of Rs 4,43,25,000 from his IDFC Bank account into 34 separate bank accounts over a period of time. Encouraged by the displayed returns, the complainant sought to withdraw the amount. However, according to the complaint, the accused informed him that withdrawals could only be processed after the payment of a service charge equivalent to five per cent of the displayed profits. The victim was allegedly informed that a payment exceeding Rs 1 crore was mandatory before any withdrawal request could be processed and that no amount would be released without the service charge being deposited first. It was at this stage, according to the complaint, that the victim began to suspect that he had become the target of a sophisticated fraud scheme.
Delhi Police arrest 13 for gambling; seize over Rs 2 lakh cash
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 11 (IANS) The Delhi Police have apprehended 13 people after busting an illegal gambling racket and seized Rs 2,01,000 in cash, 416 playing cards, and 2100 poker tokens and chips in Shahdara district, officials said on Sunday. According to the police, Special Staff, Shahdara District, received specific information on October 10 about alleged illegal gambling at the premises. A raiding team comprising Sub-inspectors Subash and Vishal Rana, and head constables Ravi, Paramvir and Rajender acted on the information. Further, the team reached the alleged location at 3.20 a.m. and conducted a raid. During the raid, the 13 people were found allegedly indulging in gambling using playing cards, cash, and poker chips. The apprehended persons were identified as Rajesh Oberoi, 37, a resident of Ram Vihar; Amrik Singh alias Lucky, 33, of Radhe Shyam Park Extension; Shubham, 29, of Uttaranchal Vihar in Ghaziabad; Sohail, 38, of Old Govindpura in Jagatpuri; and Gurpreet Singh, 28, of Hargobind Enclave in Anand Vihar. The others were identified as Rajeev Kumar Verma, 49, of Madhu Vihar; Vimal Kumar, 42, of Krishna Nagar; Laksay Sharma, 25, of Sunny Enclave in Anand Vihar; Pradeep Kumar, 40, of Ganesh Nagar; Omprakash, 56, of Laxmi Nagar; Mahender, 46, of Guru Ramdas Nagar in Laxmi Nagar; Puneet Kumar, 47, of Laxmi Nagar; and Samardeep Singh, 46, of Pandav Nagar. The police seized Rs 2,01,000 in cash, 416 playing cards and 2,100 poker tokens or chips during the raid. Each token or chip was stated to have a value of Rs 1,000. The accused were booked under sections 3, 4 and 5 of the Delhi Public Gambling Act in FIR number 355/2026 on October 10. Further investigation is underway to establish the complete facts and circumstances of the case and ascertain other relevant aspects of the alleged gambling activities, the police said in a statement issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Rajendra Prasad Meena. The police said they remain committed to taking firm and sustained action against illegal gambling and other unlawful activities in the district. Special drives and intelligence-based operations will continue to maintain public order and ensure strict enforcement of the law, the statement mentioned.
Jaandaar for Villoo C Poonawalla Pune Derby (Gr 1)
The Earthlight - Dance Awhile three-year-old Jaandaar will be the most fancied runner for the Villoo C Poonawalla Pune Derby (Gr 1) on Sunday
Sarhad to establish school in Kashmir to honour Nana Patekar
Srinagar, Oct 10: Sarhad, a Pune-based organisation working in Kashmir for more than four decades, has announced plans to establish a school in the Valley in memory of late actor Nana Patekar, in recognition of his affection for Kashmir and his vision of contributing to the education of children in the region. According to a press release issued by Sarhad, Patekar had envisioned working for schoolchildren in Kashmir and had taken initial steps towards realising the initiative. We, Mayur Masurkar, Zahid Bhat, Salim Raina and Raju Farande, had personally met and discussed this initiative with Nana Patekar and Malhar Patekar. We are confident that Malhar Patekar and his associates will make every effort to fulfil Nanas dream following his untimely demise. As a tribute to the legendary actor and his deep affection for Kashmir, Sarhad has also resolved to establish a school in his name, Zahid Bhat said. As part of the initiative, Zahid Bhat and Salim Raina, coordinators of Sarhad in Kashmir, have expressed their willingness to offer their own land for establishing the proposed school. The organisation has been working in Kashmir for over four decades and currently runs two schools in the regionone in Dardpora village of Kupwara district and the other in Aragam village of Bandipora district. The proposed school is intended to honour Patekars association with Kashmir while carrying forward his vision of contributing to the education and future of children in the region. The announcement was made by Zahid Bhat and Salim Raina on behalf of Sarhad through a press release issued on Saturday.
At 35.9C, city logs hottest Oct day in 22 years
Solapur farmer, 2 aides cheat trustee of 87L on 50cr loan promise
Fire breaks out in a 22nd-floor flat at Balewadi
Run for Unity Marathon on Nov 1, Mohol expects over 40k participants
Citizens forum to protest noise norm violations during Ganeshotsav
Peak power demand soars on heat & drought, 32,507 MW on Oct 7 highest so far this month
Southwest monsoon may withdraw by mid-Oct in one of earliest exits since 2011
No RR rate hike, higher target, yet Maha stamp duty collections near 50% of annual goal
92 detained for SIR protest bid, released after hours
Posers on implementation of ECIs Form 7 cap in state
Rohit questions need for police notices to hostels, PGs housing job aspirants
Maratha Kranti Morcha demands resignation of Vikhe Patil from sub-committee post over delays
Case against five for flying drone at MPSC aspirants protest site
Maharashtras HIV response gains ground, six districts reach Surakshit status
Maharashtra FDA seizes 74,600 kg of edible oil worth Rs 1.28 cr during raids
Inspections were carried out in Pune, Sangli, Solapur, Satara and Kolhapur districts to check compliance with food safety standards and prevent the sale of substandard and unsafe edible oil
Administrator Flags Opacity, Seeks Audit of AITA and Trust Affairs
Kerala CM Satheesan condemns detention of Pinarayi Vijayan in Delhi
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 10 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Saturday condemned the detention of CPI-M leader and former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan by the Delhi Police and directed the State Chief Secretary Bishwanath Sinha and the Resident Commissioner Puneet Kumar in New Delhi to coordinate with the police authorities for his immediate release. In a social media post, Satheesan said he was deeply concerned and strongly condemn the arbitrary detention of Vijayan, who is currently being held at the Mandir Marg Police Station. On my instructions, the Keralam Chief Secretary and the Resident Commissioner in New Delhi are in direct contact with Delhi Police authorities to coordinate all necessary steps for his immediate release, the Chief Minister added. Satheesan's intervention came amid reports that Vijayan, who had arrived in the national capital to protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, had been kept in a police vehicle for nearly three-and-a-half hours before being taken to the police station. The prolonged detention reportedly left the veteran leader experiencing physical discomfort. CPI-M MP John Brittas, who was accompanying Vijayan, said the police had failed to take his age into consideration and had allegedly denied him food and his scheduled medication. Brittas also alleged that the police were refusing to release the leaders without instructions from higher authorities. The Delhi Police, however, said that Vijayan and the other leaders had not been formally arrested and would be released shortly. Vijayan's detention came as CPI-M leaders and activists prepared to march from Kerala House in New Delhi to protest against the Chief Election Commissioner. The police had also taken into custody the CPI-M General Secretary M.A. Baby, State Secretary M.V. Govindan, P.K. Sreemathi, K.K. Shailaja and Politburo member Viju Krishnan, besides Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) leaders and Students' Federation of India President Adarsh Saji. The detention of the senior leaders triggered protests from those accompanying Vijayan, including former Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal and Brittas, who alleged that the police had ignored their objections while keeping them on the move in a vehicle for hours. Satheesan's intervention placed the Kerala government in direct contact with the Delhi Police as concerns mounted over the treatment of the former Chief Minister during the protest.
CEC protests: Freed by court, 14 CJP activists shift protest from Delhi to Pune
Fourteen students and activists were detained while traveling to Delhi for an anti-CEC protest. They will now hold their demonstration in Pune instead of the capital city. After their release mandated by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, they confirmed plans to return home. Activists reported instances of police brutality during their detention at Itarsi junction.
Indias office sector sees net absorption surge by 26 pc in July-Sep
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 10 (IANS) Indias office market saw strong momentum in Q3 2026 (July-September), with net absorption across the top eight cities reaching 14.1 million square feet (MSF) up 26 per cent quarter-on-quarter, a report said on Saturday. The report from Cushman & Wakefield said the growth was supported by healthy occupier demand and a significant increase in new office completions during the quarter. Net absorption moderated by 18 per cent on a year-on-year basis against a strong Q3 2025 base, which saw the highest quarterly absorption of the year. Hyderabad with 4.1 million sq ft (MSF) of absorption and Bengaluru with 4 MSF led absorption during the quarter. Hyderabad accounted for 29 per cent of the pan-India total and marked its highest quarterly level since Q4 2021. Net absorption across the top eight cities stood at 36.7 MSF on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. Gross Leasing Volume (GLV) across the top eight cities stood at nearly 22 MSF in Q3 2026, registering a 3 per cent quarterly increase. Bengaluru continued to lead leasing activity with 5.2 million sq ft, accounting for 24 per cent of the quarterly volume followed by Hyderabad at 4.2 million sq ft, Mumbai at 3.9 MSF and Delhi NCR at 3.8 MSF. Year to date (YTD) leasing in 2026 reached 64.6 MSF, marking the highest-ever volume recorded during the first nine months of any year. Leasing during the first nine months has already reached approximately 74 per cent of the full-year 2025 volume. Fresh leasing continued to account for the bulk of YTD activity at nearly 75 per cent. Meanwhile, the share of pre-commitments increased to nearly 12 per cent, reflecting occupiers focus on securing quality office space ahead of project completions. Global Capability Centres (GCCs) remained a key driver of office demand, leasing 9.1 MSF in Q3 2026 and accounting for 42 per cent of total quarterly GLV. Bengaluru and Pune saw particularly strong GCC concentration, with the segment contributing approximately 65 per cent of leasing activity in each market. From a sectoral perspective, BFSI emerged as the largest demand driver in Q3 2026, accounting for 24 per cent of total leasing activity, followed by IT-BPM at 22 per cent. GCCs have been pivotal to this momentum, as global enterprises continue to expand both their presence and capabilities in India. This demand is underpinned by a deep talent pool, cost competitiveness and Indias growing importance within global business strategies, said Anshul Jain, Chief Executive India, SEA, MEA & APAC Office and Retail, Cushman & Wakefield. As occupiers continue to take a longer-term view of their portfolios, we remain confident in the sustained growth trajectory of Indias office market, he said.
Centre denies seeking land from states for three high-speed rail corridors
Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday said alignment studies for three proposed high-speed rail corridors linked to Hyderabad are currently underway and that the Centre has not sent any land acquisition requisitions to the concerned state governments. Any land acquisition being carried out for the same at this juncture is illegal, he said in a statement. Reddy's clarification came amid land acquisition efforts by the Telangana government for the rail corridor and other projects which faced resistance from farmers on Hyderabad outskirts. Reddy said he discussed the proposed HyderabadChennai, HyderabadBengaluru and HyderabadPune High-Speed Rail corridors with Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The railway minister clarified that no land acquisition requisition has been sent to the respective state governments and that any land acquisition being carried out in the name of High-Speed Rail at this stage is illegal, he said. He quoted the railways minister as saying that .
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy says no requisition has been sent to State governments for the Hyderabad-Chennai, Hyderabad-Bengaluru and Hyderabad-Pune corridors, as alignment studies remain under way
Hyderabad-Pune bullet train: No land acquisition request sent to states
Hyderabad: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday, October 9, said no land acquisition request has been sent to Telangana or Maharashtra regarding land acquisition for the Hyderabad-Pune bullet Train project. Vaishnaw made the statement during a meeting with Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy. The minister said any land acquisition being undertaken in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
In Pune, the long wait for a government job
In Pune, hundreds of students are protesting leaked exam papers that qualify people for State government service jobs. In public, they demand accountability, a transparent process, and fixed dates for exams; in private, they fear police notices that could jeopardise their chances at future interviews. At the protest site, Chinmay Gaikwad speaks to students, who wonder how they will build a future in uncertainty and economic hardships
Freed from detention after MP HC's order, 14 to stage anti-CEC stir in Pune
Endurance for Suresh Mahindra Trophy
The longest race in the country, at two miles (3200m), will be the highlight of the Saturday card at Pune
30-Year-Old Pune Techie Electrocuted While Sleeping With Hot Water Bag
The victim has been identified as Rohan Kubadi (30), an unmarried tech professional who had been living alone in a rented apartment in Somnath Nagar for the past three months.
Pune police lodge FIR against 15 over MPSC protest in Navi Peth
The FIR states that the group gathered without permission and blocked the road, causing disruptions to traffic and public peace.
Why plant water-intensive Miyawaki on cleared forest land amid drought, ask citizens
Woman alleges Pune animal shelter refused to return her 7 dogs, demands Rs3.5 lakh
Man held for using fake documents to obtain PMAY flat in Bhosari
Five Poona College of Pharmacy faculty members feature in Stanfords top 2% scientists list
Practical education is key to nurturing good leadership in a democracy, says MP Radha Agrawal
FDA suspends SPPU girls mess licence; university cancels contract
Wadgaon Sheri residents may get two-wheeler access as landowner agrees to interim relief
Streetlight power supply test triggers traffic signal outage in Pune
MPSC protesters refuse to vacate SM Joshi Bridge, Fadnavis rules out direct removal of chairman
Man kills step-grandmother over property dispute in New Sangvi
Cab, auto unions threaten protest over illegal Rapido bike taxis, RTA meeting likely on Oct 14
18,748 voter deletion requests in state so far, officials to verify every Form 7
Congress asks MPs to be in capital to step up agitation against Gyanesh Kumar
Cybercrook threatens 71-year-old with arrest for money laundering, dupes him of 30L
Elderly man loses 32L in online share-trading fraud
Drought in Maha: Ground truthing approved in 18 more talukas
Dengue cases surge in Pune as Oct heat boost mosquito breeding
Irrigation dept calls for immediate 10% water cuts
Power cuts disrupt Market Yard traders during festive season
Dashamahavidya adds new dimension to Mahishasura Mardini production on Mahalaya in Pune city
From Lavani to Lata, Pune Navratri Mahotsav stages 10 days of music, dance and folk arts
From puja items to dandiya nights, Pune shops up the festive ante
Digital Desk | Palghar, Oct 9 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday clarified on the demand by MPSC aspirants for the resignation of Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar over irregularities, saying that the current Chairman had not even assumed office when the alleged paper leaks took place. Students were informed that the Chairman whose resignation they are seeking was not in office at the time the paper leak occurred, CM Fadnavis stated. He joined after the leak took place. How can we directly demand or accept his resignation for actions that occurred prior to his tenure? he questioned. Elaborating further on the state's recourse, the Chief Minister announced that the government is fully prepared to initiate a judicial inquiry led by a retired judge. We have stated that we are ready to set up a judicial inquiry headed by a judge, CM Fadnavis said. Whether it is the current Chairman, former officials, or any other officerwhoever is found guilty in that inquiry, we are ready to take strict action against them all. The only question is under what circumstances can we ask for the resignation of someone who wasn't even in office at the time? he asked. The CM further highlighted the legal limitations of the state administration, noting that the power to remove an MPSC Chairman does not rest with the state government. Even if an official is to be removed, that authority lies solely with the President of India, not the state government. If the inquiry committee submits a report finding any wrongdoingeven against someone who was not in position at the timewe are ready to recommend their removal to the President under Article 317, he asserted. Addressing the ongoing demonstrations, CM Fadnavis remarked that while the movement initially started with genuine MPSC students, it has now transformed into a political exercise. It is no longer a student agitation; it has turned entirely political and is being run like an event. Nonetheless, our government is continuously attempting to resolve the issue through dialogue, he said. He further pointed out that the High Court has declared the current sit-in protest illegal and explicitly ruled against occupying the space. Despite the High Court's directions, the protesters remain seated in contempt of court. Our priority remains ensuring justice for the students, CM Fadnavis added. Meanwhile, NCP SP MLA Rohit Pawar has demanded the resignation of Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar over the paper leak issue in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Drug Inspector recruitment examination. Under Rohit Pawars leadership, an agitation by MPSC aspirants is currently underway in Pune. In connection with this protest, the Pune Police have registered cases against 15 students. Questioning this police action, Rohit Pawar posted a sharp statement challenging the Pune Police, If you are so eager to file false cases, cancel the charges against the students and register cases against me instead. The students' Satyagraha began on October 1. On that day, Hrishikesh Gangurdewho exposed the paper leak near Indulal Complexalong with Omkar Patil, Gajanan Shelke, Somnath Chavan, and Sanket Kanse were not even present there; they were at their native villages. How then did the police allegedly see them near Indulal Complex on that day? he asked in a post on X. In the FIR description, Pramod Patils gender is listed as female, while Priyanka Choudharys gender is listed as male. So many errors in an FIR?? Looking at all this, one wonders if the officer who drafted the FIR was the one who leaked the paper, he stated. Anyway, this is what happens when the police start acting on orders from their masters above. This is the government's intimidation tactic against the students, but students will not be scared by such pressure. All these charges are bailable, and we have brought together a large legal team to stand by them. Therefore, instead of filing false cases, the government should remove corrupt Bhimanwar from his post. Is he a son-in-law of the government? he questioned. If you are so fond of registering false cases, drop the charges against the students and register them against me, noted Rohit Pawar.
Pizza outlet, caterers and dairy among 10 raided in Mumbai by Maharashtra FDA
The operation covered several regions of Maharashtra, including the Konkan, Nashik, Pune and Vidarbha divisions. It resulted in 12 first information reports (FIRs), 13 arrests and the impounding of three vehicles, an official statement said
A.P. resumes Operation Stripes as Explorer nears human habitations in Rajamahendravaram
Pune-based RESQ Trust experts to begin the mission to tranquilize the transient Tiger that was tranquilized in East Godavari on February 6 and reintroduced into the wild in the Papikonda National Park.
KONE inaugurates digital experience centre in Pune
New centre showcases how AI, connectivity, data and digital solutions are transforming customer experiences and enabling smarter, more connected buildings
Nana Kept Wood Ready for His Final Rites
His last journey ended at his Pune farmhouse close to midnight
In a bid to simplify his daily travel in Pune, Ajay More has turned to a revolutionary kick-based electric scooter. This smart choice enables him to maneuver through congested streets effortlessly. Tailored for India's diverse road conditions, the scooter is not just lightweight; it also folds into a compact skateboard. Boasting a 30 km range per charge, it encourages a shift towards eco-friendlier public transport.
Hema Malini regrets missing Nana Patekars last phone call a week before his death: I was shocked
Veteran actor Hema Malini has expressed shock and grief over the death of Nana Patekar, recalling that she missed a phone call from the actor just a week before his passing. Although the two never worked together in a film, they remained in touch over the years. Hema revealed that she could not answer Nanas call because she was travelling at the time. Speaking to IANS, Hema Malini recalled their last interaction and said, ...He rang a few days back. He spoke to me also. Just about a week back also I had one call, I think. But somehow I missed because I was travelling. So, when I heard today, I was shocked. Our industry, Hindi film and Marathi film industry, has lost such a great actor. He himself was an institution for acting, Apart from sharing her memories of their last conversation, Hema also paid tribute to the late actor through a post on X. She remembered Nana for his contribution to Indian cinema and his work for social causes, particularly through the Naam Foundation, which focuses on supporting farmers and underprivileged communities. She wrote, Today we have lost an icon of the film industry. Nana Patekar, who has carved a place for himself with his unique acting talent and was hailed as a complete institution of histrionics is no more. He is known for his tireless work for the Naam Foundation, always devoted to the betterment of farmers and the underprivileged. Today we have lost an icon of the film industry. Nana Patekar, who has carved a place for himself with his unique acting talent and was hailed as a complete institution of histrionics is no more. He is known for his tireless work for the Naam Foundation, always devoted to the betterment of farmers and the underprivileged. He has left behind a rich legacy of films in Hindi and Marathi that showcase his great talent in a variety of roles. I loved watching his films and his unique approach to his roles. He too has mentioned that I was his favourite actress in classic cinema. The film industry will surely miss this stawart Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) October 8, 2026 He has left behind a rich legacy of films in Hindi and Marathi that showcase his great talent in a variety of roles. I loved watching his films and his unique approach to his roles. He too has mentioned that I was his favourite actress in classic cinema. The film industry will surely miss this stawart. Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa. He was declared dead at 5:20 am, leaving the Hindi and Marathi film industries mourning the loss of an actor known for his distinctive performances across a range of roles. The actor was cremated with full state honours at his Donje farmhouse in Pune on Thursday. The funeral took place amid chants of Nana Amar Rahe (Long Live Nana). According to his associates, Nana had expressed his wish to be cremated at his farmhouse. His son, Malhar, lit the funeral pyre. Several members of the film industry, including Jackie Shroff, Sajid Nadiadwala and Anil Sharma, attended the funeral to pay their last respects. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also visited the actors native village to offer his condolences. Also Read : Nana Patekar once revealed why Horn OK Pleassss could never release: When the distributors were paying Rs. 18 crores, producers wanted more
His Achievements Have Made Him Immortal: Malhar on Nana Patekar as Anil Kapoor Mourns Nanya
Veteran actor Nana Patekar was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje village, Pune, on October 8, as family, friends, dignitaries and thousands of fans gathered to bid him a final farewell. His son Malhar Patekar paid an emotional tribute and vowed to carry forward his fathers legacy. Anil Kapoor mourned his close friend with a heartfelt message, while Amitabh Bachchan remembered Nana on Kaun Banega Crorepati. Jackie Shroff and others also paid their last respects.
Local Body Elections Notification To Release After Gazette: SEC Punetha
SEC Anil Chandra Punetha said that the government will issue a gazette notification finalising the reservations for the Andhra Pradesh local body elections, after which the election notification will follow.
Lakshadweep, Pune, Ras Al Khaimah in winter schedule of Mangaluru International Airport
Fly91 will launch services to Agatti and Pune while Air India Express will connect Ras Al Khaimah (UAE) and resume flights to Kuwait and Hyderabad
Indian Railways is planning a major expansion of high-speed rail connectivity, with seven proposed corridors expected to slash journey times between some of the country's biggest cities. The proposed routes include Delhi-Varanasi, Mumbai-Pune and Chennai-Bengaluru, with travel times projected to fall to less than four hours, 48 minutes and around 73 minutes, respectively. Announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, the corridors are intended to improve passenger mobility, connect economic centres and support regional development.
15 Pune Students Travelling To Delhi For CJP Protest Stopped At Itarsi
Students Heading From Pune To Delhi Removed From Goa Express At Itarsi Junction, Says Report
Can Pune's Cycling Worlds help India win the 2036 Olympics?
Pune has been confirmed as the host city for the 2032 UCI Road World Championships, a decision that the Cycling Federation of India believes will significantly enhance the country's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games and change global perceptions of India as a sporting host.
Nana Patekars Last Rites Performed with State Honours in Pune
Last rites of veteran actor Nana Patekar were performed with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje village, Pune, on Thursday.
Fadnavis Pays Last Respects to Nana Patekar in Pune
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis paid his last respects to veteran actor Nana Patekar in Pune. Nana Patekars mortal remains were taken to his residence in Donje village, Pune Rural, following his death in Goa.
India's industrial, logistics absorption rises 14 pc to 24.3 million sq ft in Q3: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India's industrial and logistics sector absorption rose 14.1 per cent year-on-year to 24.3 million sq ft in Q3 2026, a report showed on Friday. While Tier-I cities continued to dominate, accounting for 19.9 million sq ft or 82 per cent of total absorption and Tier-II and III cities contributed 4.4 million sq ft or 18 per cent, according to a report by according to a report by Savills India. Cumulative absorption in the first nine months of 2026 reached 59.1 million sq ft, up 6.9 per cent year-on-year, it added. On supply front, fresh completions totalling 26.2 million sq ft were added in Q3 this yead, an increase of 21.3 per cent year-on-year. Tier-I cities contributed bulk of supply at 19.2 million sq ft or 73 per cent share, while Tier-II and III markets added 6.9 million sq ft or 27 per cent. In addition, Grade-A absorption rose to 66 per cent during the period from 52 per cent year-on-year, while Grade-A supply rose to 58 per cent from 50 per cent a year ago, driven by emphasis on quality infrastructure, compliance and ESG considerations, Savills said. Sector-wise, manufacturing led absorption at 31 per cent in Q3 against 27 per cent a year ago, followed by 3PL at 26 per cent against 34 per cent and retail at 12 per cent against 5 per cent. However, e-commerce share was stable at 10 per cent. City-wise, Delhi-NCR remained leading market accounting for 20 per cent of total absorption, followed by Bengaluru 16 per cent, Mumbai 14 per cent and Pune 13 per cent. Tier-II and III cities together accounted for 18 per cent of absorption. In terms of supply, Pune emerged as highest contributor at 18 per cent in Q3 2026, followed by Delhi-NCR and Mumbai each at 15 per cent, while Tier-II and III cities together accounted for 27 per cent.
India aims to put on 'best-ever' world cycling championships as Olympic ambitions take shape
The Cycling Federation of India is optimistic about hosting the 2032 Road World Championships in Pune. This event is seen as crucial for India's bid for the 2036 Olympics, which is centered around Ahmedabad. Pune was selected shortly after India's involvement in international cycling competitions increased significantly over the past decade. Preparations are underway to improve infrastructure and public understanding of the event.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Veteran actor Raza Murad remembered Nana Patekar as a generous and compassionate individual. He recalled how Patekar supported underprivileged farmers and underpaid Marathi theatre artists while remaining grounded despite his success. Paying tribute to the late actor, Murad spoke about his personal association with Patekar and recalled how he would visit the latters Matunga residence every year during Ganesh Chaturthi. Remembering Patekars personality both on and off screen, Murad said, I used to visit Nana Patekar's Matunga residence every year during Ganesh Chaturthi. This year I couldn't go because he celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi at his Pune farm. What a versatile, intense actor on screen and an equally larger-than-life character off screen. Describing Patekar as a lion-hearted man, Raza Murad highlighted his philanthropic work and said the actor donated a significant portion of his earnings to help underprivileged farmers and struggling Marathi theatre artists. He was a lion-hearted man, who used to donate his ninety per cent earnings to underprivileged farmers and underpaid Marathi stage actors. That great era has ended after his untimely demise, he said. Murad further recalled how success never changed Patekar, describing him as a simple person at heart who remained committed to the welfare of others. There would be no other Nana Patekar, who was a simpleton villager at heart. The great success never affected him even a bit. He always lived for others' upliftment and wellbeing. God bless his noble departed soul, eternally, he added. There would be no other Nana patekar, who was a simpleton villager at heart. The great success never affected him even a bit. He always lived for other's upliftment and wellbeing. god bless his noble departed soul, eternally. Known for his intense performances and versatility, Patekar earned recognition for his work across Hindi and Marathi cinema. Several prominent members of the Indian film fraternity, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Hema Malini, have paid tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar following his demise. Raj Babbar, Anupam Kher, Rohit Shetty, Sanjay Dutt, Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi were also among the celebrities who remembered his immense contribution to Indian cinema and the lasting influence he had on generations of performers. The Padma Shri awardee passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 75. According to reports, the veteran actor was found unconscious at his residence in Goa after experiencing severe chest discomfort.
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Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 9: Tetra Pak, in partnership with Alternative Development Initiatives (ADI), today handed over rejuvenated community ponds in Pur and Rase villages of Khed Taluka, Pune, marking a key milestone under its Integrated Water Resource Development and Management (IWRDM) Programme. The handover, held in the presence of Gajanan Patil, CEO, Zilla Parishad Pune, places the assets in the stewardship of the local communities, following a phased programme of water conservation and community-led interventions undertaken since 2024.
Nana Patekars son Malhar explains why actors last rites were held after sunset in Pune
Veteran actor Nana Patekars last rites were performed with full state honours at his Donje farmhouse in Pune on Thursday evening, hours after his mortal remains were transported from Goa. The cremation took place after sunset, leaving several Bollywood celebrities and industry colleagues unable to attend the final rites. Following the cremation, Nana Patekars son Malhar spoke to the media and explained the reason behind the delay. He said the family had to transport the actors mortal remains from Goa to Pune, which took considerable time because of the distance involved. We expected that we would arrive earlier, but it took us some time. He passed away early in the morning so a lot of time had already passed, and it was not advisable to keep the mortal remains for long. Hence, we had to do the cremation after sunset, Malhar said. Nana Patekars mortal remains brought from Goa Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 in Goa on October 8 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula. He was subsequently taken to Manipal Hospital, where doctors attempted to revive him. His mortal remains were later taken to Goa Medical College for the required procedures before being transported to Maharashtra. The journey from Goa to Pune resulted in the last rites being held later in the day. The actor was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje, Pune. His funeral was attended by family members, close friends and several members of the film industry. However, because of the timing, a number of Bollywood colleagues who wished to pay their final respects could not make it to the venue. VIDEO | Pune: Actor Nana Patekar cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje. His son Malhar Patekar says, The most important thing is that a person like Nana Sahib never really leaves us. I said this for the past two days as well: a person like Nana Sahib lives on through his workIn Marathi, we call such people ajaramar, meaning immortal. That is one thing. The second thing is that he always had one thought. He used to repeat one line again and again: Lets get together in the name of humanity and work for the betterment of the world. (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/bIyFWTfmBd) Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 8, 2026 Malhar says Nana Patekars work will live on Speaking about his fathers legacy, Malhar said Nana Patekars contribution through his work had made him immortal. He also highlighted the actors commitment to social causes and said that his vision would continue even after his passing. Nana Patekar was closely associated with the Naam Foundation, which he co-founded with actor Makarand Anaspure. The organisation has worked on issues including drought relief, water conservation and support for farmers in Maharashtra. Nana Patekars death has led to an outpouring of tributes from across the film industry, political circles and his fans. Several prominent personalities remembered the veteran actor for his intense performances, distinctive voice and contribution to both Hindi and Marathi cinema. Also Read:Nana Patekar cremated at Pune farmhouse with Full State Honours; son Malhar Patekar performs last rites
Malhar spoke to the media and explained why the last rites were performed late at night. He said that the family and his father's mortal remains were in Goa, and bringing them to the farmhouse in Pune took considerable time due to the long journey.
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Nana Patekar cremated at Pune farmhouse with Full State Honours
Nana Patekar cremated at Pune farmhouse with Full State Honours
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Nana Patekar's last rites held late at night with full state honours; son Malhar reveals the reason
Veteran actor Nana Patekar was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Pune late on Thursday night. His son, Malhar Patekar, performed the last rites at around 11.30 pm in the presence of several dignitaries, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and thousands of fans who gathered to pay their final respects.
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan remembers Nana Patekar: Had the honor of meeting him only once
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Ustad Amjad Ali Khan has paid his tributes to late star Nana Patekar, who passed away aged 75 in Goa on October 8. The Sarod maestro said he had the honour of meeting him only once and shared that he had seen many of his films. Talking about Nana Patekar, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan told IANS: We are very sad to hear that legendary Nana Patekar is passing away. He was a great artist, and we all admired his work. I had the honor of meeting him only once, and I still remember seeing many of his films. The sarod maestro shared that no one can replace Nana Patekar. I don't think anybody can replace him. He was a great actor. It's a great loss of the film industry. He will always be remembered. He will always live in our hearts and minds, and through his films he'll always be remembered. Nana Patekars final rites were held after sunset. His surviving son Malhar Patekar spoke with the media after the cremation and explained that the family and his mortal remains were in Goa, and bringing them to his farmhouse took some time considering the long travel. He also shared that the actor passed away early in the morning, and a lot of time had already passed, and it wasnt advisable to keep the mortal remains for long. He told the media, We were in Goa, and his mortal remains were to be brought to the farmhouse in the village. We expected that we would arrive earlier but it took us some time. He passed away early in the morning so a lot of time had already passed and it was not advisable to keep the mortal remains for long. Hence, we had to do the cremation after the sunset. The actor was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje in Pune district on Thursday. The actor was given a 3-gun salute. The actor suffered cardiac arrest. The actor was taken to hospital, where doctors attempted CPR and resuscitation for about 45 minutes. However, he was later declared dead on arrival.
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