Punes Ganesh Festival Celebrates 134 Years of Tradition, Says Minister Mohol
Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol praises Punes Ganesh Festival for its rich tradition and community spirit during its 134th year. Punes Ganesh Festival Celebrates 134 Years of Tradition, Says Minister Mohol
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Radhika Apte has opened up about her food preferences, daily meals and approach to maintaining a balance in her diet. In an exclusive conversation with Bollywood Hungama, the actor spoke about her breakfast and lunch choices, her love for seafood and sweets, and revealed that sev puri is her staple dinner. Talking about what she usually eats in India, Radhika said that her breakfast generally consists of eggs or oats. For lunch, she prefers a home-cooked meal prepared by her house help, which usually includes dal, sabzi and roti, along with some yogurt and pickle. When it comes to dinner, Radhika revealed an unexpected favourite. At night, I usually eat like some fish or actually my staple dinner Nobody knows this. Is sev puri. Like it's my Yeah, it's most of the nights I eat sev puri, she said. The actor also spoke about her dietary preferences, explaining that she is primarily a pescetarian. I'm a pescetarian. There are days when I eat meat, but it's very, very rarely. If someone has made something special, uh I'll try it. But otherwise, I eat fish and vegetables most of the time, Radhika said. Radhika further revealed that she has never been particular about counting calories. She admitted that she has a sweet tooth and eats quite a few sweets, but tries to maintain a balance. I have a sweet tooth, so I eat a lot of sweets, but uh I try to balance it. I have never counted how many calories I consume a day, so I don't know, she said. The actor also shared some of her favourite foods. She loves bananas and counts salmon among the seafood she regularly eats. However, her seafood preferences extend beyond salmon. I love prawns. I love squid and I love different kinds of fish that cooked in different styles, she added. Radhika also spoke about her beverage preferences, revealing that she has switched between tea and coffee over the years. I was a tea person for a long time till last year. I suddenly switched to coffee, and then I was a coffee person for a whole year, and now I'm a tea and a coffee person, which is the worst, she said. While wheat roti is her usual choice because it is convenient, Radhika said she also enjoys bhakri. When asked about cheat days, the actor had a straightforward response: My cheat days are every day. Recalling a recent trip to the Maldives, she said she enjoyed pancakes, waffles, churros and banana fritters during the holiday. Radhika also shared that she does not eat chips very often and only occasionally has pizza or burgers, preferring a good-quality pizza or burger when she does. She orders food online occasionally, usually opting for salads or fish when she is working. Speaking about restaurants, Radhika said she does not go out to eat very frequently. She named Malaka Spice in Pune as one of her favourites, while in London, she enjoys the Chinese restaurant My Old Home in Liverpool Street and the Vietnamese restaurant Van Hanh in Camberwell. Through the conversation, Radhika offered a glimpse into her relatively flexible approach to food, which includes home-cooked meals, seafood, sweets and her unusual love for sev puri as a regular dinner option. Also Read : 10 female actors who have consistently owned the screen with powerful roles
Passenger duped of Rs 11,000 at Pune airport, CISF nabs suspect
The CISF said that the suspect was allegedly unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for the different identities and the financial transaction. He was subsequently detained
Pune awarded 2032 Road Cycling World Championships
Doboochulatelara | Song - Nippune Muttaka (Lyrical)
Watch the song 'Nippune Muttaka' from Telugu movie 'Doboochulatelara' starring Surya Bharath Chandra, Chandni Rao and Viva Ragava. 'Nippune Muttaka' is sung by Kumara Vagdevi, and the music of the song is composed by Eswar Dathu. Lyrics of 'Nippune Muttaka' are written by Prashanthi Gummi. To know more about 'Nippune Muttaka' song from Surya Bharath Chandra and Chandni Rao starrer 'Doboochulatelara', watch the video.
Maharashtra sets up 10-member panel to regularise pre-2011 encroachments
The Maharashtra government has formed a 10-member panel to formulate a policy for regularising residential encroachments on government land in Mumbai, Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, with recommendations due within three months
Citys biggest goodbye, cops longest shift: The human cost of Ganpati visarjan duty
My Bengaluru Brain Buffered: Rs 9,000 Monthly Rent For 'Big Room' In Pune Shocks Internet
Tech workers and young professionals based in Bengaluru, a city infamous for skyrocketing real estate costs, expressed disbelief.
Belden-Ruckus Wireless to expand local manufacturing capacity in India
The company will initially manufacture Ruckus ICX Ethernet switches at Belden's 300,000-sq-ft Pune facility to meet domestic demand, with exports to be evaluated later
India to Host UCI Road World Championship 2032 in Pune
India has won the bid to host the UCI Road World Championship 2032 in Pune, marking a significant milestone for cycling in the country. India to Host UCI Road World Championship 2032 in Pune
Pune to host UCI Road World Championships 2032, a first for India
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Pune awarded hosting rights for UCI Road World Championships 2032
Pune will host the UCI Road World Championships 2032, bringing cycling's global showcase to India for the first time. The historic bid was a joint effort by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India with the support of the Government of India, built around a shared vision to establish Pune as a global cycling destination. The decision was announced at the UCI Congress in Montreal, Canada, following Pune's final candidature presentation to the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). A senior delegation from the Government of Maharashtra was present in Montreal to champion Pune's candidature. Maninder Pal Singh, secretary general, Cycling Federation of India; and Onkar Singh former secretary general, Asian Cycling Confederation were also present. The candidature process culminated in a two-way race between Pune and Groningen/Drenthe, Netherlands, after Colombia and Mexico were eliminated. Pune's bid gained momentum following a three-member UCI inspection team's
India's workforce likely to grow 5.4 pc in H2 FY27 led by e-commerce, tech start-ups
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) India's workforce is expected to grow 5.4 per cent in H2 FY27 (October-March) up from 4.7 per cent in first half of the fiscal, led by ecommerce and tech startups, travel and hospitality, and retail, a report said on Thursday. The report from staffing conglomerate TeamLease Services said the projected growth in the second half of the fiscal year would mark the highest level recorded across the last four halfyear periods. The improvement reflects strengthening employer confidence, with 60 per cent of organisations planning to expand their workforce, 24 per cent expecting no change, and 16 per cent anticipating a reduction. Economic conditions were cited by 67 per cent of employers as the strongest factor shaping workforce size, followed by organisational dynamics such as growth or restructuring at 43 per cent and technological advancements at 40 per cent, which continue to shape hiring decisions. Sectoral leaders in employment surge include ecommerce and tech startups at 12.6 per cent NEC, travel and hospitality at 12.3 per cent, retail at 10.3 per cent. Automotive (10.1 per cent), EV & EV infrastructure (9.7 per cent) and banking (9.2 per cent) also show strong hiring intent, reflecting continued demand across digital, consumption-led and emerging sectors. Hiring intent also rises with organisational scale, with 66 per cent of large enterprises planning to expand their workforce, compared with 59 per cent of medium-sized enterprises and 53 per cent of start-ups, micro and small businesses. Bengaluru led hiring intent regionally at 68 per cent, followed by Hyderabad at 61 per cent and Pune at 60 per cent, with Pune recording the largest gain this half-year. However, the ability to convert hiring intent into actual workforce expansion remains closely linked to talent availability. Among employers planning workforce expansion, 72 per cent expect moderate to significant difficulty in hiring, with IT (39 per cent), sales & marketing (38 per cent), and engineering (32 per cent) emerging as the functions facing the highest anticipated hiring challenges. The average time-to-fill for roles stood at 3545 days, with specialist and site-based positions taking longer. Balasubramanian A, Senior Vice President, TeamLease Services said that the employment outlook reflects a shift towards more targeted workforce expansion, with businesses aligning talent decisions closely with changing demand. The report also highlighted a widening gap between AI adoption and workforce-wide AI integration. Nearly 85 per cent of employers reported some level of AI or GenAI use, but only 13 per cent have adoption across more than half of their workforce.
Pune Wins Bid To Host UCI Road World Championships 2032
Pune, India, has been selected to host the UCI Road World Championships in 2032, marking the first time the prestigious cycling event will come to the country. This historic achievement is the result of a collaborative bid by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India, supported by the Government of India, aiming to establish Pune as a premier global cycling destination. The decision was announced at the UCI Congress in Montreal after Pune's successful presentation, highlighting India's growing potential in the sport.
Bus catches fire on Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Panvel, no casualties
According to preliminary information, the fire may have been caused by a technical fault in the bus's air-conditioning system, police said
Double-decker tourist bus catches fire on Mumbai-Pune Expressway
German engineering firm CAC, Punes TPES join hands to implement global projects for Synthetic Fuel.
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 22: Germany-based CAC ENGINEERING GmbH (CAC) and Pune-based Trichemie Plant Engineering Solutions (TPES) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to combine CACs technology expertise with Indian
Bus Catches Fire on Mumbai-Pune Expressway; All Passengers Rescued
A bus fire on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway resulted in no injuries as all passengers were safely evacuated. Bus Catches Fire on Mumbai-Pune Expressway; All Passengers Rescued
India to host first Cycling's Road World Championships in 2032
Pune has been selected to host the 2032 Cycling World Championships, which is a significant milestone for India. This decision was made after a competitive bidding process against Groningen, which will host in 2034. India is also preparing for the upcoming 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. Moreover, the country has expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Olympics.
Dhol-tasha event during Ganeshotav at Pune hospital sparks outrage, FIR against 6
All-party meet must discuss flagged SIR discrepancies: Supriya
Woman injured after car hits halted vehicle on Pune-Mumbai Expressway
Carrier-portal shuttle for refund after SpiceJet flight cancellations frustrates flyers
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into tree in Chikhali
Mandals & dhol-tasha troupes violating noise rules on immersion day will face music: Pune CP
Road safety experts audit pothole-ridden roads in Pune Cantonment amid mounting safety concerns
PCMC officials to visit housing societies within a week to fix water crunch
Illegal parking near DRDO establishments on NDA-Pashan Road sparks security, safety alarms
Proposed housing bylaws draw 5,000-plus objections and suggestions
Road widening at five traffic-choked intersections in Chakan to be complete by Oct
HC rejects farmers plea to shift Purandar airport site, clears way for land acquisition
PMCs 2nd water pipeline fault in a week: Supply to Bhusari Colony, Pashan & Paud Road disrupted
Pune ZP prepares action plan to tackle possible water scarcity
Slew Of Measures Include Strict Monitoring Of Usage, Crackdown On Illegal Lifting From Percolation Ponds & Canals
Pune entrepreneur Ahiwale in Czech Republic to study environmental technologies
German engineering firm CAC, Pune's TPES join hands to implement global projects for Synthetic Fuel
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 23: Germany-based CAC ENGINEERING GmbH (CAC) and Pune-based Trichemie Plant Engineering Solutions (TPES) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to combine CAC's technology expertise with Indian engineering talent, according to a press statement issued by the companies.
Pune woman foils robbery bid by 3 men, shields battery dealer from billhook attack
Ganesh Visarjan: Parking arrangements at 26 locations in Pune on Sept 25
Large numbers of Lord Ganesha devotees are expected to take to the streets from 9 am on September 25 for the immersion of Lord Ganesha idols, officials said
Maharashtra FDA crackdown: Banned stock worth Rs 31.83 lakh seized in Nagpur
Maharashtra FDA seized banned food products worth Rs 31.83 lakh and arrested seven people during inspections in Nagpur. The statewide crackdown also led to action against food businesses in Mumbai, Nashik, Bhiwandi, Pune and Thane over safety, labelling, hygiene and licensing violations
India, Sharjah discuss strengthening trade and investment ties
Digital Desk | Dubai, Sep 23 (IANS) India's Consul General in Dubai, Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, on Wednesday met Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority Chairman, Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdullah Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, and discussed measures to strengthen bilateral cooperation, trade and investment. Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Consul General, met H.E. Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdullah Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman, Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority today. The discussions focused on exploring opportunities to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, trade, and investment and reinforce India-Sharjah ties, the Consulate General of India in Dubai said in a post on X. On Tuesday, Reddy called on UAE Supreme Council Member and Ras Al Khaimah ruler, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, with their discussions focused on deepening the partnership in trade, investment and cultural exchanges. Consul General Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy paid a courtesy call on H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah. Discussions focused on exploring avenues for further deepening the longstanding and multifaceted India-Ras Al Khaimah partnership, including in the areas of trade, investment, business, people-to-people ties and cultural exchanges, the Consulate General said on X. CG thanked His Highness for the continued support extended to the Indian community in Ras Al Khaimah and reaffirmed the Consulate's commitment to further strengthening these close ties, it added. During his visit to Ras Al Khaimah, Reddy also met the head of the emirate's chamber of commerce. Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Consul General of India, Dubai, held a meeting with H.E. Mohamed Mosbbeh Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Discussions focused on strengthening India-UAE economic and commercial relations, with particular emphasis on promoting trade, investment and greater engagement between the business communities of India and Ras Al Khaimah, the Consulate said. The Consul General also held talks with officials of the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). Consul General Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy held a meeting with Mr Puneet Jain, Chief Strategy Officer, and Mr Mohammed Al Blooshi, Strategic Partnership Manager, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone. The meeting covered matters of mutual interest and avenues for further strengthening India - Ras Al Khaimah economic and business ties, the Consulate said.
Vidyanand Bapats Fight for Quieter Festivals
Vidyanand Bapat was slapped on a busy Pune road for simply asking that festivals be less noisy. The attack got him round-the-clock police protection. It didn't get him to stop. Bapat says his fear isn't personal: I would be worried if the cause I am fighting for was under threat not my own life. From a quiet BPO employee to one of Pune's most talked-about voices on noise pollution, what drives Vidyanand Bapat in his pursuit for a more peaceful celebration?
IRB Infrastructure gains on getting nod to monetize non-core assets located in Mumbai, Pune
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): IRB Infrastructure Developers is currently trading at Rs. 18.29, up by 0.31 points or 1.72% from its previous closing of Rs. 17.98 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 18.32 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 18.61 and Rs. 18.15 respectively. So far 1531104 shares were ... Read more IRB Infrastructure gains on getting nod to monetize non-core assets located in Mumbai, Pune
Bought property below stamp duty value? ITAT ruling explains when tax may not apply
Buying property below its stamp duty value does not automatically mean the price difference is taxable. A recent Pune ITAT ruling clarified that the 10% tolerance limit can protect buyers from tax implications.
Pune mans fight for quieter festivals strikes a chord, and ruffles feathers
IISER Pune Field Worker Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Field Worker post. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 08 October 2026 at the designated venue. The detailed notification is available on the official IISER Pune website.
Rs 1.68 crore investments, Rs 89,000 monthly MF SIP. Can this 40-year-old investor retire at 50?
A 40-year-old investor based in Pune is on a mission to retire by age 50 while providing for her two childrens education. With savings of Rs 1.68 crore from diverse investments, she plans to pay off her home loan by December 2026. Experts suggest she aim for a retirement fund between Rs 4-4.5 crore and adapt her investment strategy as her financial goals draw near.
Heavy vehicle norms only on paper, say residents of Punes Mohammedwadi after another fatal crash
MANS demands action against self-proclaimed weather experts misguiding farmers
German engineering firm CAC, Punes TPES join hands to implement global projects for synthetic fuel
50 of 2,000 water samples unfit in Pune railway division
8.85 lakh FYJC seats in Maharashtra still vacant after multiple admission rounds
Pune Speedcuber makes Ganapati out of 520 Rubiks cubes for Ganeshotsav
Avartan 2026 celebrates 16 years of kathak excellence
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Suncity-Karvenagar bridge work in last stages, PMC expedites pending works of approach roads
Criminal hits 5 vehicles in bid to dodge cops, held after 2-hour chase
Ravet shopowner loses 4L to Char Dham tour scam
LIGO chief David Reitze wants LIGO-India to have upgraded tech
PMC sets two-day deadline to repair potholes & footpaths along immersion routes
Collectors told to act against deficient Aaple Sarkar Kendras, draw up a tally by Sept 30
PMC begins work to widen narrow approach roads to Hadapsar station
Pankaj Udhas' wife leases out 3347sq feet property in Pune for Rs 2.89 crore
ICICI Bank's Pune lease: 30 lakh annual rent, 10% escalation every 3 yrs
ICICI Bank leases 3,347 sq ft Pune office for 2.5 lakh a month; footprint at property rises to 6,141 sq ft
Rowers set aside entries disappointment, say will compete in Asian Games for the country
EC announces Maharashtra MLC polls for 5 Graduate, Teachers' seats on October 23
The elections will be held for three Graduate constituencies Aurangabad, Pune and Nagpur and two Teachers' constituencies Amravati and Pune. The terms of the sitting members are scheduled to end on December 6, 2026
Block to lead trains disruptions at Pune station today
Jeetendra Visits Pune for Ganesh Darshan Despite Illness
Veteran actor Jeetendra speaks about his deep connection with Ganesh Chaturthi while visiting Pune, despite feeling unwell. Jeetendra Visits Pune for Ganesh Darshan Despite Illness
Moneyview pays Rs 160 crore incentive to CEO ahead of IPO; FY26 profit takes 30% hit
IPO-bound Moneyview paid CEO Puneet Agarwal a one-time Rs 160 crore performance incentive in FY26, reducing reported net profit by about Rs 120 crore after tax. The company said the payment was non-recurring and has no plans for similar incentives. Moneyviews Rs 1,092-crore IPO opens September 24 at Rs 32-34.
Berger Paints ramps up expansion to fend off Birla Opus, JSW Dulux
Berger is strengthening teams in its weaker markets of Mumbai and Pune in the west, and Chennai and Bengaluru in the south
Jeetendra says hes more Maharashtrian than Punjabi, vows to visit Bappa till death
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) Veteran superstar Jeetendra on Tuesday visited Pune for Ganpati darshan and spoke about his deep-rooted connection with Maharashtra. He recalled his childhood memories of celebrating the festival and his struggling days before becoming an actor. Speaking to IANS at the venue, Jeetendra said he believes that Bappa calls him to visit and that he could not miss the darshan despite not keeping well. See, number one, Bappa calls me, I don't come, that's number one. And second thing is, his love, Nimbalkarji's (organiser) love, affection, he remembers me, he calls me, he calls me with a lot of love. And I feel good to come for him. Today I am not well, but I can't go wrong. Asked about his wish from Bappa, the actor said he wants to remain physically independent for as long as he lives. I want to walk on two legs till I die. This is my only prayer. I want to come to visit Bappa till I die even if it means coming on a stretcher. On what he prayed for his children, Jeetendra said, Peace of children, love, affection of people and good health, that's all I asked for. The actor then recalled his childhood and said Ganpati celebrations had been an integral part of his life. He revealed that he lived in a four-storey building where around 100 families resided and that he was the only Punjabi among the largely Maharashtrian and Konkani residents. He also added that at his house in Mumbai, they have been celebrating Ganeshotsav for around fifty two years. Recalling his early days, the jumping jack of Bollywood said, We had hundreds of families, a four-storey building. And on each floor there were 20-25 rooms. So there were 100 of us. And I was the only Punjabi. The rest were Maharashtrians and Konkanis. So everything in my house was Maharashtrian. My mother also spoke Marathi. Recalling his childhood memories of Ganpati and other festivals, Jeetendra remembered the simple joys of receiving bundis and saving them in his pockets. In Ganpati, let's say it's Diwali or Ganpati. We used to get boondi. We used to take boondi and put them in our pockets. We used to eat them one by one. He said such simple moments brought a kind of happiness that is difficult to experience today. We don't have that fun now. Right? The small things that we used to enjoy in our childhood, we don't get in big things now. Jeetendra also recalled the modest circumstances in which he grew up, saying that having a fan at home was once considered a luxury. If I look here, even in Mumbai, there is a one-bedroom flat. Everyone has an AC. Everyone has an AC in their house. There was a fan in my house. The whole building came into view saying, there was a fan in their house. I stayed there for 17 years. After that, by the grace of God, I became an actor. However, the veteran actor said the peace and satisfaction he experienced during his childhood remain special to him. He also emphasised his strong Maharashtrian identity. But the fun, the peace, the satisfaction, I am more Maharashtrian inside and outside. Because I have a lot of Maharashtrians around me. I am talking about Maharashtrians of my time. I have never met such good people. They never had any ego or attitude, but they had a lot of self pride and self respect. They would be completely self dependent, and never be dependent on anybody.
The Indian Army Banihal Cricket League witnessed an exciting exhibition match between the Indian Army and local players of Banihal, highlighting sportsmanship, camaraderie and strong community bonding. Commander 11 Sector RR Brigadier Ajay Pal Singh and the Commanding Officer of 12 Rashtriya Rifles Col. Vijay Punea participated in the match as members of the Army team, adding enthusiasm to the sporting event. The match provided an opportunity for local cricketing talent to interact and play alongside senior Army officers, fostering a spirit of mutual respect and camaraderie. The participation of senior Army officers and their interaction with players and local residents reflected the Army's efforts to engage with the youth through sports and strengthen its connect with the Awaam. Meanwhile, the tournament has entered its next stage, with the top eight teams qualifying for the quarter-finals. The upcoming matches are expected to witness further competitive cricket and enthusiastic participation from local players and spectators.
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Pune techie kills wife, cooks up robbery story; jumps from 2nd floor
More than 8.77 lakh use Pune Metro services for Ganapati darshan over the weekend
Court orders to register criminal case over 9-year-old girls death in private hospital in 2022
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Man flees with Rs10,000 cash belonging to person with disability
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