Daily commuters are unconvinced that the new framework will translate into any change. They say authorities had, so far, failed to rein in fleecing, arbitrary meter fare demands and instances of drivers’ rude or aggressive behaviour Pune: Commuters have said success of the cab aggregator policy hinged entirely on strict enforcement to curb overcharging, ride…
The stone structures near the historic Omkareshwar Temple on the banks of Pune’s Mutha River stand as a silent testament to the city’s rich Maratha history. Over the decades, however, the riverbed contracted significantly, modern pathways bypassed the original layout, and these ancient stone walls were pushed into systemic neglect. Pune: Roots take a toll…
Pune: The Bombay high court, taking note of a 100% compliance granted to Camp restaurant Pind Punjab in a fresh inspection, held that the FDA Pune division’s order of June 23, 2026, suspending its licence “shall lose its efficacy and the licence shall stand restored forthwith”.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had ordered a conditional…
Cooking is a serious business Pune: Several diners conscious about hygiene standards sought restaurants’ kitchen tours before choosing where to eat following FDA’s recent action against some city eateries, dishing out restaurateurs a challenge difficult to accept.Restaurants owners said many patrons were enquiring about kitchen cleanliness, food handling and storage practices, and staff hygiene, after…
NCP’s Rajya Sabha member Parth Pawar Pune: NCP’s state deputy chief Udaykumar Aher wrote a letter to the party chief, Sunetra Pawar, claiming that some members within the outfit were trying to malign the image of her elder son, Rajya Sabha member Parth Pawar, through spreading rumours about his maturity.Aher sent the letter to Sunetra…
Covid resurfaces in Pune, Maharashtra Pune: Covid has resurfaced in Maharashtra and the city recorded a significant increase in case count, mostly mild, over the past 10 days though there is no indication of a fresh wave.The state health department data showed Maharashtra recorded 48 Covid-19 cases so far this year, with no death. Cases…
Ketan Agarwal, who was allegedly pushed to death at Lohagad Fort Pune: “I am confident that the police will conduct a fair and thorough investigation to ensure justice for my son. The truth must come out and those responsible should be punished,” Vishal Agarwal, father of Ketan Agarwal, told the reporters on Friday.Ketan Agarwal was…
An illustration of a man looking distressed after losing money while trying to sell his study table Pune: A private company employee from Hadapsar ended up losing Rs 4.81 lakh to cybercrooks in a bid to sell his study table between July 7 and 8.The 41-year-old filed an online complaint the next day. After preliminary…
Residents stand in a waterlogged corridor of Gharkul society in Chikhali Pune: Residents of the Gharkul housing project in Chikhali have intensified their agitation against chronic waterlogging, recurring flooding for over a decade and disruption in power and potable water supply for days every monsoon.They are demanding that Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) implement a…
An AI-generated illustration shows staffers of a pest control firm carrying out a sanitation inspection and treatment inside an Indian restaurant Pune: Pest control companies in the city are witnessing a sharp rise in orders from eateries following the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) crackdown.Strict guidelines and swift action by the authorities have prompted restaurants,…
