In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through the Pimpri-Chinchwad area, an 18-year-old girl sustained serious injuries after being attacked with a koyta (sickle) in Hinjewadi on Saturday. Police investigations suggest that the assault may have been motivated by a personal dispute related to a love affair, underscoring the dangers of unresolved interpersonal conflicts…

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In a decisive step to enhance transparency and accountability in higher education, Maharashtra’s Fee Regulatory Authority (FRA) has directed all professional colleges across the state to submit detailed information on students admitted under Management and NRI quotas, along with the total fees collected from these seats. The announcement, made on November 1, 2025, marks a…

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In a major move aimed at alleviating traffic congestion along one of Pune’s busiest corridors, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has announced plans to widen the Katraj-Kondhwa road and is simultaneously fast-tracking the construction of an alternative route to divert vehicular load during the upgrade. Municipal commissioner Naval Kishore Ram conducted an on-site inspection of…

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Amid the constant hustle and bustle of Pune’s cantonment area, where street vendors line the pavements and throngs of pedestrians navigate the crowded lanes, a modest roadside bookstall has quietly carved out a special place in the city’s cultural and literary landscape. Solanki Bookstore, an unassuming stall tucked amid the everyday chaos of the streets,…

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In a chilling daylight attack that underscores the persistent gang violence in Pune, an auto-rickshaw driver was shot dead in Kondhwa on Saturday, in what police suspect to be a continuation of an ongoing feud linked to the 2024 murder of former NCP corporator Vanraj Andekar. The incident has once again raised concerns about gang…

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In a significant policy shift aimed at promoting transparency and fairness in the recruitment process of cooperative banks, the Maharashtra government has announced that all future hiring for District Central Cooperative (DCC) Banks across the state will now be conducted exclusively through recognised, reputable institutions. These include the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), Tata…

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In an innovative move to combine sustainable energy with community safety, the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has launched a series of decentralised solar power projects across Pune district. These initiatives, implemented under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0, aim to provide farmers with a reliable supply of daytime electricity while also…

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As Ishaan Khatter steps into a new decade of his life, turning 30 on November 1, 2025, he carries with him a remarkable body of work that already spans both Indian and international cinema. In just eight years since his debut, the actor has managed to carve a unique path — one that bridges Bollywood’s…

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On November 2, 2025, the streets outside Mannat, Shah Rukh Khan’s palatial Mumbai residence, transformed into a sea of humanity as fans from across the globe gathered to celebrate the superstar’s 60th birthday. What began as an annual ritual of admiration turned into an international spectacle of love, devotion, and nostalgia. Admirers from countries as far…

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ChatGPT said: Choreographer Mudassar Khan recently shared a fascinating anecdote about Aryan Khan and Shah Rukh Khan’s interaction on the set of Aryan’s directorial debut series, The Ba**ds of Bollywood*. The revelation has caught the attention of both fans and industry insiders, not just for the father-son dynamic it portrays, but also for the remarkable professionalism…

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