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Shruti MandalThe Motor Accident Claims Tribunal in Pune has ordered compensation of ₹1,18,16,556 to the family of tax consultant Makarand Gopal Jinde, who died in a road accident in April 2023 after a cement mixer truck allegedly hit his vehicle from behind. The compensation claim was filed against the truck owner and HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company Limited.
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Nilambari SalunkeThe Motor Vehicle Court in Shivajinagar has 1,20,128 pending traffic-related cases involving Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad motorists. Pune accounts for 72,322 cases, while 47,806 cases are from Pimpri-Chinchwad. The backlog includes matters related to traffic violations, drunk driving, vehicle documents, speeding and commercial vehicle offences.
Nilambari SalunkeSinhagad Fort may soon move towards an advance digital registration system to control tourist crowds. The Forest Department has developed the Kille Sinhagad app to assist with visitor and vehicle monitoring, while CCTV upgrades and other surveillance measures are also being planned. The exact date and final rules for mandatory advance booking are yet to be officially confirmed.
Nilambari SalunkeA customer has reportedly complained after allegedly finding a worm in a vegetable dish at Hyatt Regency Pune. The incident has sparked concerns over food hygiene and quality-control practices at premium hotels. However, an official inspection report or regulatory finding confirming the allegation has not yet been independently established.
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Nilambari SalunkeYerwada police arrested two men after allegedly recovering six bottles of foreign liquor worth ₹27,200. The suspects were detained near the GST office during a patrol, and police said the liquor was stolen from a Kalyani Nagar shop.
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Nilambari SalunkeAn 11-year-old boy died in Pune's Balewadi-Mhalunge area after a motorcycle reportedly skidded near a pothole and he fell under a truck. The CCTV-captured accident has renewed concerns over road safety and potholes during the monsoon.
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Nilambari SalunkeA total of 103 students from Pune district’s Zilla Parishad schools have been selected for educational visits to NASA, the European Space Agency and ISRO. The initiative, conducted by Pune Zilla Parishad in collaboration with IUCAA, aims to give rural students greater exposure to astronomy, space science and scientific research.
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Nilambari SalunkeA furniture shop owner in Pune’s Nanded City area has been booked after police alleged that workers employed at the establishment had not undergone the required police verification and their details had not been submitted to the local police station. The case highlights the importance of complying with security-related verification requirements for employees.
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Nilambari SalunkeThe Pune–Konkan route through Tamhini Ghat has reopened for light vehicles after disruptions caused by heavy monsoon rainfall and landslides. However, travellers are advised to remain cautious as roadwork and narrow stretches continue in parts of the ghat.
Nilambari SalunkeThe BJP has expanded its political footprint in Pune with the induction of former NCP corporator Pramod Nimhan, former MNS city organiser Pralhad Gawali and Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) functionary Dr Vaishnavi Kirad. Their entry, held in the presence of Maharashtra minister Chandrakant Patil, has sparked discussion over the BJP’s organisational strategy in different parts of Pune.
Shruti MandalPrime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 80th Independence Day address from the Red Fort on August 15, 2026, outlined a seven-point ‘Sapt Dhara’ roadmap for building a developed India by 2047. The framework focuses on manufacturing, agriculture and food production, technology and innovation, connectivity, defence, green and blue economy, and India’s soft power. PM Modi also announced AI skills training for 1 crore youth and a nationwide free online coaching network for competitive exam aspirants.
Nilambari SalunkeA 23-year-old woman from Moshi-Borhadewadi, identified as Sonali Nagesh Gaikwad, reportedly died by suicide a month after her husband Nagesh was killed in the Moshi garbage depot collapse. Her maternal relatives have alleged harassment by her in-laws and raised questions about the handling of compensation following the tragedy. Police are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.
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Nilambari SalunkeA Pune journalist has been booked for allegedly threatening a railway police inspector with an adverse news report and demanding ₹10 lakh to stop its publication. Shivajinagar police registered a case after the inspector refused to pay and complained about the alleged pressure and subsequent report.
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Nilambari SalunkeA minor seating dispute at a hotel in Kelgaon near Alandi allegedly escalated into a violent attack, with a 30-year-old hotel owner being struck on the forehead with a vegetable-cutting knife. Police arrested the 26-year-old accused after the hotel owner filed a complaint.
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Nilambari SalunkeA 38-year-old Pune nurse allegedly lost ₹4.09 lakh after cyber fraudsters used a deepfake video of late industrialist Ratan Tata to promote a fake investment scheme on Instagram. The victim made 11 online transactions after being shown fake investment profits but was later asked to pay more money to withdraw her funds. Pune Cyber Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation.
Nilambari SalunkePune Traffic Police have announced major diversions on August 11 due to a Tiranga Rally on Fergusson College Road (FC Road). Restrictions will begin from 2 PM and affect the stretch between Lalit Mahal Hotel Chowk and Garware Chowk, along with nearby junctions. Commuters have been advised to use alternate routes and expect delays. Emergency vehicles will be exempt from the restrictions.
Nilambari SalunkePune Metro 3's Shivajinagar-Hinjawadi corridor is facing further delays despite receiving CMRS safety clearance for its first 12-km stretch around two weeks ago. PMRDA and Pune IT City Metro have yet to announce a confirmed launch date. The delay is longer than several other Pune Metro routes that began services shortly after receiving safety approval. Meanwhile, the complete 23-station corridor could face an extension until March 31, 2027, with all stations targeted for operation by December 2026. The project is crucial for Hinjawadi IT employees and daily commuters, who are awaiting an alternative to Pune's congested roads.
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Nilambari SalunkeA retired automobile company employee from Karvenagar, Pune, allegedly lost ₹4.43 lakh after cybercriminals posed as officials helping him correct an SIR application. The fraudsters sent him a fake link, convinced him to install remote-access software and obtained access to sensitive information. Police suspect the accused then used his banking details to transfer money from his account. Alankar Police are investigating the case.
Shruti MandalA Pune landowner from Aundh has allegedly been targeted in an extortion attempt involving a ₹2 crore demand and death threats linked to a property dispute. Chatushrungi Police have registered a case and are investigating to identify and locate the suspects.
Shruti MandalThe Maharashtra FDA has permanently cancelled the manufacturing licence of Pune-based Inducare Pharma Pvt. Ltd. after inspections revealed serious violations of safety and quality standards. The regulator found poor hygiene, incomplete manufacturing records, and multiple GMP violations, while six Ayurvedic products failed quality tests and were declared "Not of Standard Quality" (NSQ). FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe said strict action will continue against manufacturers that fail to comply with regulatory norms.
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Nilambari SalunkeA 23-year-old man was allegedly killed with an iron rod and a young woman was critically injured in a violent attack at a hostel in Pune's Hinjawadi area. Police suspect the incident may have been triggered by a personal dispute linked to a suspected love triangle. The accused, identified as Dinesh Mahadev Jhambare, was arrested within hours while allegedly trying to flee towards Pandharpur. Police have launched a detailed investigation to determine the exact motive behind the crime.
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Nilambari SalunkeA 28-year-old woman from Nagpur has alleged that she was trafficked to Portugal after being promised a supermarket job abroad by a Pune-based placement agency. She claimed that she paid ₹11 lakh for the job opportunity but was allegedly sold to a beer shop owner and forced into exploitation. The Viman Nagar Police have registered a case against seven accused, including placement agents from Pune and individuals
Shruti MandalA man was killed and several others were injured after a Toyota Fortuner collided with an Eicher goods vehicle inside the Missing Link tunnel on the Mumbai–Pune Expressway in the early hours of August 7. Emergency teams responded promptly, and police are investigating the cause of the crash.
Shruti MandalEleven-year-old Iva Darshan Rathod from Pune has successfully summited Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, on July 27, 2026. Trekking alongside her father under the leadership of veteran mountaineer Chetan Ketkar, Iva became one of the youngest children from Pune to achieve the milestone, showcasing the city's growing culture of youth mountaineering.