Pune Water Crisis: Full Dams, Dry Taps, Rs 1 Cr Tanker Bills
Despite heavy 2025 monsoon filling dams, Pune faces a severe water crisis. Residents pay crores for tankers as civic infrastructure fails. Read the full investigation.
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BJP postpones first list for PMC polls, internal discontent cited
BJP delays its first candidate list for Pune Municipal Corporation polls to manage internal dissent and finalize a seat-sharing pact with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena. Over 2,300 aspirants interviewed.
Gangster Andekar's PMC Poll Nomination Fails in Pune
Gangster Bandu Andekar, escorted by police, attempted to file nomination for PMC polls but failed due to incomplete documents. His family members also could not submit papers. Details inside.
Pune water supply hit for 2nd day, repairs ongoing
Water supply in Pune's Kothrud-Karvenagar & Baner-Balewadi areas disrupted for 2nd day. PMC repairs 1000mm pipeline. Supply to resume fully by Sunday. Tankers deployed. Read details.
Ponda Announces 12 Pay Parking Zones to Tackle Traffic
Ponda Municipal Council identifies 12 pay parking spots to combat severe traffic snarls. Fees set at Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers, Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers. Read the full plan here.
Ponda's 12 Pay Parking Zones to Tackle Congestion
Ponda Municipal Council introduces pay parking at 12 key locations, charging Rs 5/hr for two-wheelers and Rs 10/hr for four-wheelers, aiming to reduce long-term parking and traffic jams.
Andekar Family's Incomplete PMC Nomination Forms Rejected
Gangster Bandu Andekar & family, accused in Ayush Komkar murder, filed incomplete PMC poll nominations from prison. Court allowed bid with conditions. Details inside.
Shiv Sena upset over BJP's Pune seat-sharing offer
Shiv Sena workers in Pune protest after BJP offers just 15 seats for the 165-seat PMC polls. Party leaders convey disappointment to Eknath Shinde. Read the full story on the alliance tensions.
Patna's 953 Winter Shelters Protect Over 10,000 from Cold
Patna Municipal Corporation sets up 953 beds in shelters with food & blankets as temperatures plummet. Over 10,761 people have taken refuge. Read how the city is battling the cold wave.
Freebies Surge in Pune as Municipal Polls Near
As PMC elections approach, candidates offer land draws, bicycles, and pilgrimage tours. NCP's Tingre gives land to women, while BJP's Patil offers trips. Experts warn this distracts from civic issues.
Pune residents fight noise, traffic from unchecked pubs
Pune's residential areas like Kalyaninagar & Baner face chaos from pubs in housing zones. Residents cite noise, safety issues & crippled infrastructure. Read about their fight for peace.
Wagholi's 40-point charter for PMC polls
Ahead of PMC elections, Wagholi residents demand solutions for water, traffic, and infrastructure. Their 40-point charter seeks accountability from corporators for a better quality of life.
AAP to contest all 165 PMC seats alone, releases candidate list
Aam Aadmi Party announces solo run for Pune Municipal Corporation elections, focusing on development. Kejriwal, Mann, Sisodia named star campaigners. Details inside.
Pune Civic Polls See Land, SUV, Thailand Trip as Voter Lure
Pune's civic polls witness unprecedented campaign strategies with candidates offering land plots, SUVs, and Thailand trips in lucky draws. Analysts warn of a transactional democracy. Read more.
BJP to release PMC candidate list, Sena awaits seat share
BJP gears up to finalize candidates for Pune civic polls, aiming for 100+ seats. Shiv Sena expresses discontent over delayed seat-sharing talks. Get the latest political updates from Pune.
India's Music Revenue Jumps 40.5%, Yet Faces Payment Crisis
India's music creator revenues hit €80.5M in 2024, per CISAC. Yet, heavy reliance on streaming & under-licensed sectors threaten long-term growth. Industry demands fair royalties.
Shiv Sena (UBT) loses 9 ex-corporators in Pune to BJP, Congress, NCP
Shiv Sena (UBT) confronts a major challenge in Pune as most of its former corporators defect to BJP, Congress, and NCP ahead of the crucial PMC elections. Can Uddhav's camp recover?
Pune NCP(SP) MLA in panel as son joins BJP, sparks row
NCP(SP) members in Pune demand MLA Bapu Pathare's removal from candidate selection panel after his son joins BJP, citing conflict of interest. State leadership refuses.
5,098 nomination forms collected for Pune civic polls
A total of 5,098 nomination forms were collected across Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal areas on the first day. No formal filings yet as parties finalize candidates. Details inside.
Netflix Removing 100+ Originals in 2026
Netflix will pull more than 100 of its Original series and films in 2026 as licensing deals expire. Find out which popular shows like The Last Kingdom and She-Ra are leaving.
Pune Civic Polls: Parties Delay Lists to Stop Defections
Major political parties in Pune are holding back candidate announcements for the January 15 PMC elections to prevent rebellion and poaching. Nomination filing begins Tuesday. Read the full strategy.
Pune civic body to earn Rs 200cr from new building permits
Pune Municipal Corporation expects Rs 200 crore yearly revenue from building permissions in merged villages, easing financial strain and funding crucial infrastructure like sewage and water projects. Read more.
PMC, PCMC Poll Nomination Process Starts Tuesday
Nomination filing for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections begins December 24. Parties finalize alliances as 15 PMC and 8 PCMC offices open for candidates. Read key details.
India's AI Copyright Licensing Plan Sparks Debate
India's proposed mandatory AI licensing aims to protect creators' rights but risks stifling innovation. Experts weigh the complex trade-offs in this new policy.
Bitter BJP-NCP battle looms for Pune, PCMC 2026 polls
The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. Read the full analysis.
Pune Residents Demand Basic Civic Facilities Before Elections
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.
Pune Political Exodus: NCP, Sena Leaders Join BJP Before Polls
In a major pre-poll boost for BJP, several key leaders from NCP, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the party in Mumbai. The move, just weeks before PMC nominations, reshapes Pune's political landscape. Read more.
PMC Polls: Candidates Prepare Detailed Manifestos for Voters
With less than a month for PMC elections, aspirants across parties are finalizing manifestos focusing on water, health, and traffic. Read how they plan to connect with Pune's voters.
Patna road upgrade triggers 1.5x property tax hike for 5,000 homes
Patna Municipal Corporation reclassifies 19 roads, raising residential & commercial property taxes. Over 5,000 households affected. Door-to-door campaign for compliance starts Monday.
Pune's 678 Missing Road Links Cause Traffic Chaos
Pune faces severe traffic jams due to 678 incomplete 'missing link' roads. PMC prioritizes 33 projects, but land acquisition hurdles delay solutions. Read how this impacts daily commutes.
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