Watch: Pune Chaat Shop Owners Create 13-Foot-Tall Ganesha Idol Using 21,000 Pani Puris
From Golden Modaks to Pani-Puri Bappa, food remains an integral part of Ganeshotsav.
CR completes 8.5-hour mega block for Pune Yard track upgrade
An eight-hour-30-minute mega block was carried out for the work. The block was scheduled from 8.15 am to 5 pm, but was completed and cleared at 4.45 pm, 15 minutes ahead of schedule
BJP chief Nabin to visit Mumbai, Pune Ganesh pandals and temples tomorrow
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 15 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President, Nitin Nabin, will undertake a significant one-day religious and spiritual visit to Maharashtra on Wednesday, visiting prominent Ganesh pandals and temples in Mumbai and Pune during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. On the auspicious occasion of the holy Ganeshotsav, Nabin will visit several prominent places of worship and Ganesh pandals across the two cities to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Vighnaharta Lord Ganesh. During his visit, he will pray for peace, prosperity and the overall well-being of Maharashtra as well as the entire country. Nabin is scheduled to arrive at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai at 10:20 a.m. From the airport, the BJP National President will proceed directly to the historic Shri Siddhivinayak Temple, where he will offer prayers and perform darshan of Lord Ganesh. Following his visit to the temple, Nabin will reach the world-renowned Lalbaugcha Raja pandal at 11:30 a.m. to seek the divine blessings of Ganapati Bappa and participate in the traditional Ganesh Darshan during the festival. Thereafter, the BJP chief will proceed to the official residence of the Chief Minister at Malabar Hill, where he will perform Darshan of the Lord Ganesh idol installed at the residence and offer his prayers. Nabin will visit the official residences of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, both located at Malabar Hill. He will offer prayers and worship the Lord Ganesh idols installed at their residences. He is scheduled to reach Bandra Reclamation at 2:15 p.m., where he will participate in Shri Ganesh Darshan and offer prayers during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. After completing his engagements in Mumbai, he will travel to Pune, where he will continue his religious visit by visiting prominent Ganesh mandals and seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesh. Upon arriving in Pune, Nabin will visit the Kasba Peth Mandal to perform darshan and seek the blessings of Ganapati Bappa. The visit will be part of his scheduled religious engagements in the city during Ganeshotsav. Thereafter, at 5:00 p.m., Nabin will visit the world-famous Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune. He will participate in the darshan and pooja of Shri Ganesh at the renowned Ganpati mandal, which is among the prominent centres of worship during the festival. At 5:30 p.m., the BJP chief will offer prayers at the Sane Guruji Tarun Mitra Mandal in Sadashiv Peth. He will subsequently visit the Shri Sai Mitra Mandal in Kothrud to perform Darshan of Shri Ganesh and offer his prayers.
Rasika Dugal shares a pic of Mirzapur queens featuring Shriya Pilgaonkar
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 15 (IANS) Actress Rasika Dugal took a trip down memory lane as she shared a carousel of pictures offering glimpses of her life lately. She also included a frame featuring the women of the Mirzapur franchise, which she captioned as The Queens. The carousel opens with Rasika posing with a dog named Max. In the picture, the actress, dressed in a light blue saree, is seen affectionately holding the dog's face as she smiles for the camera. Another behind-the-scenes picture shows her seated for hair and makeup, with her hair styled in pigtails. The carousel also features quirky Hindi signs reading Meri Saheli and Meri Begum, a picture of Rasika holding a bouquet of flowers and a handwritten note that reads, Philaver hi toh hai. Laiph-time thodi hi rehta hai, signed by Tuku, Appu and Sid. Another picture shows the actress enjoying time with Max while dressed in a green saree. She also shared another group picture featuring women, including veteran actress Sheeba Chaddha and Shriya Pilgaonkar, with the text The Queens written across the picture. Rasika captioned the carousel, Inn Dinon. For the uninitiated, Rasika has been an integral part of the Mirzapur franchise since its first season, playing the character of Beena Tripathi, wife of Akhandanand Kaleen Tripathi, portrayed by Pankaj Tripathi. The actress has now reprised the role for Mirzapur: The Movie, which marks the franchise's transition from the streaming platform to the big screen. The film brings back many of the franchise's popular characters, including Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi, Rasika as Beena Tripathi, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Abhishek Banerjee. The film also features Ravi Kishan, Jitendra Kumar, Mohit Malik, Sheeba Chaddha and Sonal Chauhan, among others. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written and created by Puneet Krishna, Mirzapur: The Movie is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under Excel Entertainment. The movie was released in cinemas on September 4, 2026, and has been receiving great response. The original Mirzapur series premiered on OTT in 2018 and went on to become one of India's most popular crime dramas. Its second season arrived in 2020, followed by the third season in 2024.
Purple Bus did something no Private Bus Operator in India has done
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 15: Purple Bus now runs an end-to-end booking channel of its own inside WhatsApp, the first private bus operator in India to do so.
Jackie Shroffs farmhouse between Mumbai and Pune is a sprawling 44,000 sq ft green retreat with more than 700 plants and trees, organic gardens and eco-friendly architecture using natural stone and timber. The property also features a fish pond, poultry section, open-air amphitheatre, swimming pool, jacuzzi, akhada-style gym and Titanic Point, reflecting his deep passion for nature and sustainability.
PM Modi Likely To Virtually Flag Off Pune Metro Line 3 By September-End
Who Was Madan Bafna? Veteran Maharashtra Politician Dies At 87 In Pune
Bafna had been active in Maval's politics for more than five decades and was regarded as a prominent political and cooperative sector leader from the Pune district.
Engineers Day is observed in India every year on September 15 to honour engineers and recognise their contribution to the countrys development. The day marks the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, one of Indias most celebrated engineers and statesmen. Here is why Engineers Day is celebrated, its significance and 50 wishes to share on the occasion.
Arise Hyundai opens new sales outlet in Kangan
Arise Hyundai, an authorised dealer of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), on Monday inaugurated its new sales outlet at Kangan in Ganderbal district, expanding its retail presence and customer reach in the region. Located near Qadeem Jamia Masjid, Kangan, the new facility will offer Hyundais range of vehicles along with product information, test-drive facilities and professional sales assistance. The inauguration was attended by senior representatives of Hyundai Motor India, including Jun Ho Lee, Zonal Business Coordinator; Bedabrata Sharma Bordoloi, Zonal Business Head; Gupesh Gupta, Zonal Parts and Service Manager; and Puneet Mehta, Regional Sales Head. The Arise Hyundai management was represented by Managing Directors Altaf Beigh, Omar Beigh and Barik Beigh, besides customers, officials, guests and well-wishers. Speaking on the occasion, Omar Beigh said the new outlet was aimed at making Hyundai vehicles and services more accessible to customers in Kangan and adjoining areas. We are thrilled to bring the complete Hyundai experience closer to our customers in Kangan and the surrounding areas. This new facility will not only showcase our latest models but also provide a seamless and comfortable buying experience, he said. Beigh said the outlet would serve as an important touchpoint for customers seeking information about Hyundais vehicle portfolio, features and technologies, besides receiving assistance during the purchase process. The facility has been designed to provide customers with a convenient retail environment while maintaining Hyundais customer service standards. The company said the new outlet would enable customers from Kangan and neighbouring areas to access Hyundais latest offerings without travelling to outlets farther away. With the opening of the Kangan facility, Arise Hyundai said it aims to further strengthen its customer network and expand access to its products and services across the region.
Chakan industrial area sees some traffic relief as factories begin staggered shifts
Pune: Illegal roadside shops choke Chakan roads, workers lose hours in daily jams
Major General to head Army probe into Secunderabad armoury heist
Vehicle dealerships may be selling vehicles without HSRP, say Pune RTO officials
Real estate developer from Pimple Saudagar loses Rs6.5 lakh in online fraud
Online fraudsters cheat techie of Rs43.7 lakh
Private company official in Moshi loses Rs1 crore in online share trading fraud
Delayed testing & work commitments fuelling monsoon flu surge & severity: Doctors
Almost every district is witnessing agitation, govt must have dialogue with protesters: Supriya
Pimpri Chinchwad cops seize gutka, flavoured tobacco worth Rs56 lakh
Youth shoots himself in head in Baramati
Former Maharashtra minister Madan Bafna dies at 87
Mujumdarwadas 312-yr-old Ganeshotsav keeps to Peshwai tradition
After years of din, Ganeshotsav off to less noisy start
MPCB Says Sounds Levels Normal On Day 1
Bavdhan residents put the Connecting Link on display
After Mula, mass fish kill spotted in Indrayani river near Alandi temple
Pune inaugurates Shreemant Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati with traditional ceremony and DJ-free support
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Rahul Gandhi to visit Indore on Sep 19 for 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event
Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 14 (IANS) Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will visit Indore on September 19 to interact with students as part of his 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' initiative, which seeks to raise issues concerning education, recruitment and unemployment. Confirming his visit, Rahul Gandhi, through a social media post on Monday, invited students to join the programme in large numbers and share their concerns. I'm coming to Indore on September 19 -- to meet students, to hear you, to talk to you. If you or your loved ones are tormented by the education system and want these conditions to change, you know -- 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' is your collective voice, an opportunity to start the change, the Raebareli MP said in a post on social media platform X. He urged students to register through the link shared in his social media post and participate in the event. We will discuss in detail every aspect of education and your struggles in Indore, Rahul Gandhi said in the post on X. The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' campaign has been used by Rahul Gandhi to engage with students and highlight issues such as question paper leaks, expensive education, alleged irregularities in government recruitment and unemployment. Four editions of the programme have so far been held in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj and Pune. The Pune edition, held on August 22, was organised for female students. The Indore programme has also drawn attention after the Congress was denied permission to use the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium as the venue. The Madhya Pradesh Congress unit has subsequently taken around 12,000 square metres of land in front of the Regional Park on temporary lease from September 17 to 19. As Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to arrive in Indore, politics in the state has intensified. Earlier on Sunday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has criticised Rahul Gandhi ahead of his Indore visit and described the proposed programme as Jhooth Ki Goonj.
Pune Ganeshotsav begins: Five Manache Ganpatis welcomed amid chants, dhol-tasha
Pune's five Manache Ganpatis are Kasba Ganpati, Tambdi Jogeshwari Ganpati, Guruji Talim, Tulshibaug Ganpati, and Kesari Wada Ganpati. They were welcomed amid large gatherings of devotees in Maharashtra's second-largest city
Your collective voice: Rahul invites students to Chhatron Ki Goonj in Indore
Rahul Gandhi invites students to Indore for 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' on September 19. This event offers a platform for students to voice their education system concerns. He previously held similar sessions in Kota, Dehradun, Prayagraj, and Pune. The upcoming visit has sparked a political debate between Congress and BJP leaders. Gandhi aims to collectively push for necessary changes within the education sector.
Video:Punes Dagdusheth Ganpati arrives in grand procession on peacock chariot
The idol of Lord Ganesha from the Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple was carried on a beautifully decorated peacock chariot and installed at a replica of Vrindavan's Prem Mandir, created at Jai Ganesh Prangan
Ganeshotsav 2026: Mumbai's Chinchpokli sees heavy rush on Day 1
Ganeshotsav 2026 celebrations gathered pace across Maharashtra as Mumbai's Chinchpokli saw a heavy rush of devotees at Chinchpoklicha Chintamani, while Pune welcomed Shreemant Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati with a traditional procession featuring Dhol Tasha and Mardani Khel
Devotees attend Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati procession in Pune
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Indias data centre capacity likely to touch 8 GW by 2030
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Indias installed datacentre power capacity has risen sharply to 1.57 GW (as of August 2026) from about 375 MW in 2020, an official factsheet said on Monday. The capacity is projected to expand to nearly 8 GW by 2030 amid roughly $70 billion of ongoing investments and a further $90 billion in announced projects. Indias data-centre journey has evolved alongside the rapid expansion of e-Governance and digital services, with rising citizen expectations for online services increasing demand for robust data-centre infrastructure. The National Informatics Centre (NIC) has established state-of-the-art National Data Centres across the country. These include facilities at NIC Headquarters in Delhi, Pune, Hyderabad and Bhubaneswar. NIC has also established 37 smaller data centres at various state capitals. These facilities provide reliable digital services to Government institutions at different levels. They support round-the-clock operations, system management and skilled onsite personnel. Data centre capacity is expanding rapidly, making energy and resource efficiency increasingly important. Data centres require reliable electricity and efficient cooling systems for continuous operations, the official statement said. According to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Ministry of Power, demand could reach 17 GW by 203132. As the sector is expanding, the government is also promoting cleaner energy and efficient resource use to support sustainable sectoral growth, the statement noted. Indias digital economy is entering a new phase of rapid growth and technological transformation, while digitalisation is reshaping productivity, competitiveness and service delivery across sectors. As digital services expand, they are generating unprecedented demand for computing capacity, data storage and high-speed connectivity. Meeting this demand requires infrastructure that can operate continuously, securely and at scale. Data centres provide this critical foundation, powering the digital services that increasingly drive Indias economy and governance, said the official factsheet.
Woman found murdered at home near Baramati
Five office bearers of a firm booked for cheating several people of Rs 78 lakhs
Planning to buy gold today on Ganesh Chaturthi? Check prices in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik
Gold and silver prices today, 14 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur and Nashik, along with MCX market updates.
Residents of Charholi battle lack of access roads, water & power woes
Rulers pushing Maha into darkness; Lord Ganesha save us: Shiv Sena(UBT) in 'Saamana'
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 14 (IANS) Launching a scathing attack on the state government on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray on Monday sharply criticised the ruling Mahayuti government for Maharashtra's compounding socio-economic and political crisis. The Thackeray camp, in an editorial in the party's mouthpiece, 'Saamana', painted a grim picture of a state eset by inflation, systemic corruption, agricultural distress, and rising communal polarisation -- arguing that the current rulers themselves have become the single biggest vighna (obstacle) confronting Maharashtra and the nation. The editorial slammed the government for compounding public distress ahead of the festive season. Highlighting steep hikes in the prices of sugar, milk, CNG, domestic LPG, petrol, and diesel, the daily noted that while the common man's festive budget has been badly hit, devotees will still leave no stone unturned to welcome Lord Ganesha with devotion. The editorial highlighted the recent physical assault on Pune activist Vidyanand Bapat, who had voiced strong opposition to high-decibel DJ systems during public celebrations. Rather than addressing noise pollution, the ruling establishment branded the activist as an urban Naxal and an outsider, while the Chief Minister resorted to evasive stances instead of decisive action, it claimed. Pointing to the severe impact of El Nino, the Thackeray camp warned of a worsening drought across Maharashtra. With Kharif crops wilting in scorched fields and deficient rainfall casting a shadow over the upcoming Rabi season, rural livelihoods are in severe jeopardy while farmer suicides continue unabated. The editorial also criticised repeated examination paper leaks. Following scandals in NEET and TET, the leak of Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) papers forced the cancellation of exams. Dismissing the government's announced SIT probe and administrative reform claims as empty rhetoric, the editorial questioned who would answer for the shattered dreams of thousands of aspiring youths. Tracing the roots of Lokmanya Tilak's public Ganesh festival, the editorial lamented that its founding socio-political vision is being eroded by corporate takeover and cheap political posturing. The editorial further highlighted rising crimes against children, deteriorating roads claiming innocent lives daily, and the government's failure to enforce local Marathi language norms for non-native auto and taxi drivers. Concluding with a stark warning, the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena asserted that Maharashtra -- once a beacon of progressive ideas for the country -- has been rendered directionless and pushed into the shadows of religious extremism by power-drunk and fanatical rulers. Calling upon the public to recognise the true root of their hardship, the editorial closed with a direct plea to Lord Ganesha to bestow wisdom upon the populace and save the state.
Mirzapur: The Movie crosses Rs 170 crore, makers discuss sequel plans
Mirzapur: The Movie has crossed Rs 170 crore at the domestic box office, prompting Excel Entertainment to consider a second theatrical film. The cast, director Gurmmeet Singh and writer Puneet Krishna are set to meet producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani
Techie loses Rs6.5L in online share trading fraud
Gold and silver add sparkle to Ganeshotsav celebrations despite soaring prices
Pune has over 44 lakh vehicles but just over 2,800 scrapped in last two years, RTO data shows
From homes to societies, Pune celebrates the arrival of Ganapati
HC orders PMC to act against Kausarbaug encroachments
Final Polling Station Lists Released for 59 AP Urban Local Bodies
State election commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha said the final publication followed the prescribed consultation process with political parties and the disposal of public objections and suggestions.
One held in Pune for cheating 5 with job promises
Preventive action against 2.5k criminals, 53 externed
Colour, scent of flowers fill markets, demand during puja increases cost
Two killed, 12 injured after four vehicles involved in accident on Katraj-Dehu Road bypass
PCMC suspends two engineers over alleged irregularities in civil department
Task force push for stability, security and transparency in Maharashtra competitive exams
Digital Desk | Pune, Sep 13 (IANS) In a major move to make Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) and other state competitive examinations more transparent, secure, stable, and candidate-centric, the high-level recruitment examination taskforce constituted by the state government held extensive consultations with students, teachers, parents, and key stakeholders, officials said on Sunday. The deliberation covered vital issues, including exam timetables, question paper quality, leak prevention, vacancy announcements, answer keys, exam centre logistics, grievance redressal, and candidate 'opting-out' policies. The Task Force operates under the chairmanship of V. Radha, Additional Chief Secretary (Services) of General Administration Department. The high-level committee comprises Director General of Police Sadanand Date; IT and AI Secretary of Electronics Virendra Singh; Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries Secretary N Ramaswami; Nashik Divisional Commissioner Pravin Gedam; Air Marshal Ajit Shankarrao Bhosale (Retired), former member of the UPSC; and Shyamprasad Kargudde from IIT Bombay. The state government formed the Taskforce amid MPSC exam paper leaks and ongoing protests by aspirants demanding the transparency and the resignation of MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar. MPSC candidates urged the taskforce to publish and strictly adhere to an annual examination calendar, emphasising the need for long-term procedural stability without frequent policy changes. Pre-declaring minimum vacancies for various cadres was also strongly recommended. Task Force Chairperson V. Radha announced that competitive examinations will not be conducted online for the coming year. Instead, they will be held using the Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheet pattern, for which standardised operating guidelines are currently being framed. To achieve a zero-leak environment, the committee plans to leverage advanced technology across question creation, printing, transport, and distribution. The Taskforce is evaluating an encrypted 'e-question bank' system where even the item writers remain unaware of which exam their questions will feature in. Students demanded rigorous quality checks to eliminate errors in question papers and answer keys, alongside standardised evaluation metrics and reviewer audits for answer script verification. Stakeholders called for a unified online portal for candidate queries and objections, as well as a single-window system for one-time registration and fee payment across all state exams. Emphasis was placed on ensuring basic amenities at test centers, including clean restrooms, drinking water, and appropriate seating arrangements. Participants advocated for a clear policy on post-selection candidate 'opting-out' to avoid seat wastage when a candidate qualifies for multiple posts, along with timely verification of disability and sports quota certificates. The Taskforce is studying operational models of public service commissions across the countryspecifically analysing systems in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)to adapt proven best practices for Maharashtra. Highlighting the growing operational load on the MPSC, officials stressed the urgent need to bolster the Commission's administrative workforce, technical capabilities, and organisational structure. Our objective is to build a faster, more transparent, and accountable officer selection process for the state, Director General of Police Sadanand Date said. Divisional Commissioner Sheetal Teli-Ugale, District Collector Jitendra Dudi, Additional District Collector Satish Raut, and Resident Deputy Collector Jyoti Kadam were among the senior officials present during the consultation.
Earlier they had to transport their produce all the way to Sangli or Pune in Maharashtra or pay more at private processing units
Three Ganderbal Minors Traced in Pune After 10-day Police Operation
SRINAGAR: Police in Central Kashmirs Ganderbal district have traced three minor boys who went missing from Tulmulla and reunited them with their respective families following a 10-day search operation. Police said the boys were located at Daund Railway Station in Pune, Maharashtra, on September 9 with the assistance of Maharashtra Police. The case was taken []
What started as a dream became a mission: Sukant Kadam turns focus to Asiad after 100-medal mark
Digital Desk | Japan, Sep 13 (IANS) Sukant Kadam reached the milestone he once turned into a personal promise at the Japan Para Badminton International on Sunday, winning two silver medals to complete a career tally of 100, but the World No. 2 SL4 player was already looking beyond the landmark towards the Asian Games. The 31-year-old Indian added the milestone medals in Japan in contrasting fashion. He finished runner-up in the mens singles SL4 after losing 21-8, 21-16 to Frances Lucas Mazur, before joining Pramod Bhagat in the mens doubles SL3-SU5 final, where the Indians went down 21-5, 21-15 to Indonesias Hikmat Ramdani and Fredy Setiawan. For Kadam, though, the significance lay less in the colour of the medals and more in the number attached to them. I made my international debut in 2014 with a dream in my heart. In 2016, I won my first BWF Para Badminton International medal. And today, in 2026, after years of victories, defeats, injuries, doubts, sacrifices, comebacks and countless hours on the court Medal No. 100. What started as a dream slowly became a mission. And #DreamOf100 became a promise I made to myself to keep pushing until I reached this moment, Kadam said. The journey to that promise began far from the international badminton circuit. A cricket injury at the age of 10, followed by multiple surgeries, left Kadam unable to bend his left knee. It was a silver medal at the 2012 London Paralympics by Girisha Nagarajegowda that helped point him towards para-sport and eventually para-badminton. Based in Pune, Kadam trains under Olympian Nikhil Kanitkar and his coaching team at NKBA. Over the years, the journey has been shaped not just by medals but also by the support around him. No athlete reaches a milestone like this alone. A heartfelt thank you to my coaches Nikhil Kanitkar and Mayank Gole for believing in me, standing by me, challenging me and guiding me in the best ways possible. Your belief has been a huge part of this journey. I am deeply grateful to the Sports Authority of India, Government of Maharashtra, Badminton Association of India, Paralympic Committee of India and Olympic Gold Quest for their constant support, encouragement and belief in my journey. To my family, friends, teammates, support staff and everyone who has stood beside me through the highs and lows this medal belongs to you too, he added. Yet the 100th medal has not altered Kadams immediate priorities. With the Asian Games next on the horizon, he sees the Japan campaign as preparation rather than a finish line. The 100th medal is a very special milestone, but for me, it is another step in the journey. My focus now is on the Asian Games. I want to take the confidence from this tournament, continue working hard and give my best for India when it matters most, he concluded
Sarthak, Ann complete double as INRC Round 2 concludes in Chennai
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Pune teenager Sarthak Chavan completed a dominant double in the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open class as the second round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 concluded at the Madras International Circuit on Sunday. Starting from pole, Chavan initially slipped behind Petronas TVS Racing teammate Rakshith Dave, who led the early stages alongside the Chennai rider. The pair remained locked in a close contest before Chavan made his decisive move at Turn 4 on the final lap and went on to claim his second consecutive victory of the weekend. Dave finished second, just 0.494 seconds behind, while Hyderabads Rahil Pillarisetty of RACR Castrol Power1 completed the podium after making his way through from the back of the grid. Chennai teenager Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan also completed a double, winning the Super Stock 301-400cc Open Race 2 after Saturdays victory. Following a red-flag stoppage, the race was reduced to a three-lap sprint, with Kabilesh finishing ahead of Bengalurus Seshadri S and Chennais Kamal Navas. Ann Jennifer of Motul Sparks Racing extended her unbeaten run in the Super Stock 165cc Intermediate class with another victory. It was her fourth consecutive win of the season. Anandhu KK of Veedol C2 Racing also completed a double, taking the Stock 301-400cc Novice race after it was reduced to four laps following a red-flag stoppage. Faruk Ali Sohtun of Motul Sparks Racing secured a close victory in the Stock 165cc Novice class, leading a team sweep of the podium. Yashwant Varma finished second, with Raja Sreeharsha Singamsetty third. Venkatesan Iyyappan emerged victorious in an action-packed Pro-Stock 200cc Open race. After several riders traded the lead, Iyyappan broke clear in the closing stages to finish ahead of Mohamed Mikail and Bengalurus Savion Sabu. In the Petronas TVS Racing One-Make Championship, Kamal Navas won the Expert Apache RR 310 class for his second victory of the season, while Bengalurus Dev Agastya triumphed in the Rookie Apache RTR 200 category. Chavan completed his weekend on a high by winning the Electric RTE EV race, with Bengaluru riders Chiranth Vishwanath and Savion Sabu finishing second and third respectively.
Two killed, 12 injured after truck hits tempo on Pune-Bengaluru highway
According to police, the truck was travelling from Satara towards Pune when it rammed into a tempo travelling ahead of it. The impact caused both vehicles to cross onto the opposite carriageway, where they collided with two cars
2 killed, 12 injured in multi-vehicle crash on Pune-Bengaluru Highway
Pune civic body gears up for Ganeshotsav with focus on waste management, road maintenance
Manipal Hospitals scouts for acquisitions in Andhra, Keralam, Delhi-NCR
Manipal Health Enterprises Ltd is setting its sights on expansion in various states, including Telangana, Keralam, and Delhi-NCR, while pivoting towards a physical plus digital healthcare model driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI). The healthcare major is actively evaluating strategic opportunities in Telangana, Keralam, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh to selectively deepen its presence in identified markets, Manipal Health Enterprises said in its annual report for FY26. Manipal Hospitals continues to evaluate inorganic growth opportunities across Karnataka; Maharashtra and Goa, including the Mumbai-Pune economic corridor; and Eastern India, comprising West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Sikkim, it said. A key pillar of its upcoming infrastructure is the greenfield project in Juhu, Mumbai. The group recently completed the acquisition of the remaining land and building for this project for a total consideration of Rs 495 crore, of which Rs 130 crore is payable subject to the ...
Jaandaar tipped for S A Poonawalla Million (Gr 3)
Three unbeaten horses will be among seven facing the starter for the S A Poonawalla Million (Gr 3), the feature event of the Sunday card at Pune.
Ganeshotsav Rush Triggers 3-km Traffic Jam On Mumbai-Pune Expressway
Heavy traffic has been reported on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khalapur toll plaza in Maharashtra's Raigad district, with vehicles queued up for around 2 to 3 km amid the Ganeshotsav rush.
Pune techie out for run in morning hit by MPV on NDA-Pashan Road, dies
Ganesh mandal brings Punavdi to life in Kasba Peth lane
MoD fixes timelines for defence land needed for public projects
Two minors among three vandalise 18 vehicles, including PMPML buses
Residents seek stricter enforcement of silence-zone rules; MPCB to monitor 200 spots
AprilAug property registrations in Maharashtra jump 12% over last year, revenue up nearly 16%
Two joggers deaths in two months expose Punes lack of safe & dedicated running spaces
More than modak: A place that offers sweetness in sisterhood, a purpose and empowers women
Pune Festival opens with Mangalacharan ceremony
One booked for robbing trailer truck driver of Rs10,500 in Pune
Woman resists chain snatching, suspects flee with half gold chain in Pune
Chinchwad resident cheated of Rs1.36 crore in online share trading fraud
Engineer gets 6 months in jail 11 years after slapping cop inside police station
Traffic crawls on Pune-Satara stretch, journey to Kolhapur takes nine hours
Light to moderate rain likely in Pune on Monday
Three Pune cops suspended for attending birthday bash hosted by family of accused
Forty-year-old water tank to be demolished after it partly collapses
Man killed by speeding car during morning walk in Pune
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Pune techie dies after being hit by car while on morning walk
National 2W Racing: Chavan leads podium sweep; Jennifer, Rajini Krishnan script fine wins
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 12 (IANS) Shrugging off lack of sleep and jet lag following an overnight journey from Spain to Chennai, 19-year-old Sarthak Chavan from Pune still found reserves of energy and determination to win the premier Super Sport 301-400cc Open race, which he started from the last row of the grid in the second round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W 2026 at the Madras International Circuit in Chennai on Saturday. Sarthak, who arrived in Sriperumbudur at six in the morning on Saturday, missed Fridays practice and qualifying sessions, but found his rhythm at the right moment to pull off a stunning win; he acknowledged that leader Rahil Pillarisettys retirement at the end of the penultimate lap played a part in his victory. In the process, Sarthak led a podium sweep for the Petronas TVS Racing team as Chennai teenager Rakshith Dave finished second ahead of Bengalurus Chiranth Vishwanath, who started last having missed the practice and qualifying sessions on Friday due to a bout of food poisoning. Another impressive performance came from 16-year-old Kabilesh (RACR Castrol Power1), son of former multiple National champion Rajini Krishnan, who won the Super Stock 301-400cc Open race dominantly to round off the days programme. Meanwhile, former National womens champion from Chennai, Ann Jennifer (Motul Sparks Racing), also scripted a fairytale victory in the Super Stock 165cc Intermediate race, which she started last on the grid after failing to set a time during qualifying this morning, following a crash. Thiruvallurs Mohamed Mikail (Team MRA) won the Pro-Stock 200cc Open in a tight finish, while local challenger Anandhu KK (Veedol C2 Racing) benefitted after race leader Kavicholairasan (Speed Up Racing) crashed in the Stock 301-400cc Novice race and Yashwant Verma led a 1-2 finish for Motul Sparks Racing in the Stock 165cc Novice class. Hyderabads Rajender Beedani notched his second win in three outings in the Expert (RR 310) class, holding off Bengalurus AS James in a close finish. Poojita Anil Kumar, the teenager from Bengaluru, also recorded her second win in as many races in the Women (Apache RTR 200) class, sparing some 29 seconds to second-placed Hannah Akkineni Joshitha from Hyderabad. Pothu Vignesh from Mancherial took the top honours in the Rookie (Apache RTR 200) class, followed by Bengalurus Dev Agastya. The results (Provisional all six laps unless mentioned): Super Sport 301-400cc Open (Race-1): 1. Sarthak Chavan (Pune, Petronas TVS Racing) (11mins, 03.311secs); 2. Rakshith Dave (Chennai, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:03.506); 3. Chiranth Vishwanath (Bengaluru, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:06.187). Pro-Stock 200cc Open (Race-1): 1. Mohamed Mikail (Thiruvallur, Team MRA) (11:51.610); 2. Amarnath Menon K (Kozhikode, MadRabbit Racing) (11:51.831); 3. Abdul Basim RS (Chennai, Chandra LGE Racing) (11:53.924). Super Stock 301-400cc Open (Race-1): 1. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan (Chennai, RACR Castrol Power1) (11:38.273); 2. Kamal Navas (Chennai, Rockers Racing) (11:41.065); 3. Seshadri (Bengaluru, Motul Gusto Racing) (11:41.153). Super Stock 165cc Intermediate (Race-1): 1. Ann Jennifer AS (Chennai, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:46.048); 2. D Annish Samson (Bengaluru, Motul Sparks Racing) (12:53.234); 3. Anandhu KK (Chennai, Veedol C2 Racing) (12:55.971). Stock 301-400cc Novice (Race-1): 1. Anandhu KK (Chennai, Veedol C2 Racing) (12:15.190); 2. Rehbar Islam Baktoo (J & K, Motul Gusto Racing) (12:17.181); 3. Ashwin R (Bengaluru, Pvt.) (12:17.860). Stock 165cc Novice (Race-1): 1. Yashwant Varma (Visakhapatnam, Motul Sparks Racing) (13:09.445); 2. Raja Sreeharsha Singamsetty (Tadipatri, Motul Sparks Racing) (13:09.792); 3. Dev Agastya (Bengaluru, Pvt.) (13:10.097). Petronas TVS Racing One-Make Championship: Expert (Apache RR 310) (Race-1): 1. Rajender Beedani (Hyderabad) (11:42.499); 2. AS James (Bengaluru) (11:42.612); 3. Kamal Navas (Chennai) (11:44.190). Women (Apache RTR 200) (5 laps): 1. Poojita Anil Kumar (Bengaluru) (11:14.009); 2. Hannah Akkineni Joshitha (Hyderabad) (11:43.872); 3. Mansi Ashok Walunj (Pune) (11:43.884). Rookie (Apache RTR 200) (Race-1): 1. Pothu Vignesh (Mancherial) (13:13.842); 2. Dev Agastya (Bengaluru) (13:14.321); 3. Rehbar Islam Baktoo (J & K) (13:14.381).
Out For Jogging, Techie Dies After Being Hit By Car In Pune
The car was registered under the name of a private company in Pune, police said.
