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Trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s father gets pre-arrest bail till July 25
His lawyer said, my client is not directly associated with the incident considering this he has been granted anticipatory bail
![The Khedkars, along with five others, face charges for allegedly intimidating farmers. (HT PHOTO) The Khedkars, along with five others, face charges for allegedly intimidating farmers. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/150x84/The-Khedkars--along-with-five-others--face-charges_1721413740941.jpg)
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 06:14 AM IST
Taking objection to Wagh Nakh insult to bravery of Shivaji Maharaj: Eknath Shinde
A controversy broke out after prominent historian Indrajeet Sawant alleged that the weapon isn’t original and is part of a stunt being pulled by the state government to fool citizens
![Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Wagh Nakh was on display at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Artefacts Museum in Satara during a special state function attended by CM Shinde and DCMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar. (HT FILE PHOTO) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Wagh Nakh was on display at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Artefacts Museum in Satara during a special state function attended by CM Shinde and DCMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar. (HT FILE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/150x84/Chhatrapati-Shivaji-Maharaj-s-Wagh-Nakh-was-on-dis_1721412960752.jpg)
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 05:56 AM IST
Forest dept proposes capacity building plan to tackle human-wildlife conflict in Maharashtra
The plan includes various elements such as manpower, rescue and patrolling equipment, and awareness programmes, said Shailesh Tembhurnikar, principal chief conservator of forests, head of forest force, Maharashtra forest department
![As per the data, around 432 people have lost their lives in tiger attacks in the last five years and 90 people have lost their lives in leopard-dominant areas. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) As per the data, around 432 people have lost their lives in tiger attacks in the last five years and 90 people have lost their lives in leopard-dominant areas. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/150x84/As-per-the-data--around-432-people-have-lost-their_1721411340522.jpg)
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 05:18 AM IST
Bombay HC stays demolition at Vishalgad Fort
The bench also directed the senior inspector of the Shahuwadi police station to remain present before it on July 29 to inform about the action taken by the police against those involved in the violence
![A mob hurled stones at police personnel and damaged properties during an anti-encroachment drive at the fort on July 14, leading to the registration of cases against 500 people and the arrest of 21 others. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) A mob hurled stones at police personnel and damaged properties during an anti-encroachment drive at the fort on July 14, leading to the registration of cases against 500 people and the arrest of 21 others. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/150x84/A-mob-hurled-stones-at-police-personnel-and-damage_1721411160390.jpg)
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 05:16 AM IST
Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 23.12 °C, check weather forecast for July 19, 2024
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Pune on July 19, 2024 here.
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Published on Jul 19, 2024 07:00 AM IST
'When Puja Khedkar's mother was set to pull gun trigger…': What cops told court
The Pune Police described Manorama Khedkar, her husband Dilip and three others, as “influential and politically active” persons.
![Manorama Khedkar being brought to Paud Police station. (Mahendra Kolhe/HT Photo) Manorama Khedkar being brought to Paud Police station. (Mahendra Kolhe/HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/19/148x111/IMG-20240718-170624-0_1721351378898_1721351402395.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 08:59 AM IST
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IAS trainee’s mother arrested for brandishing gun; father missing
Pune police on Thursday arrested IAS probationer Puja Khedkar’s mother Manorama for allegedly threatening a group of farmers with gun over land dispute
![Pune police on Thursday arrested IAS probationer Puja Khedkar’s mother Manorama for allegedly threatening a group of farmers with gun over land dispute. (HT) Pune police on Thursday arrested IAS probationer Puja Khedkar’s mother Manorama for allegedly threatening a group of farmers with gun over land dispute. (HT)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Pune-police-on-Thursday-arrested-IAS-probationer-P_1721331044908.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 08:36 AM IST
State gazetted officers’ body backs Pune collector
Pune District Co-ordination Committee of Maharashtra State Gazetted Officers Association has dashed off letter to the Pune divisional commissioner extending support to Pune district collector Suhas Diwase
![Pune District Co-ordination Committee of Maharashtra State Gazetted Officers Association has dashed off letter to the Pune divisional commissioner extending support to Pune district collector Suhas Diwase. (HT FILE) Pune District Co-ordination Committee of Maharashtra State Gazetted Officers Association has dashed off letter to the Pune divisional commissioner extending support to Pune district collector Suhas Diwase. (HT FILE)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Pune-District-Co-ordination-Committee-of-Maharasht_1721330564788.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 08:30 AM IST
Ajit Pawar meets NCP leaders in Pimpri-Chinchwad amid mass defection
Twenty-five leaders, including Pimpri-Chinchwad unit chief Ajit Gavhane, quit the party and joined the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) on Wednesday
![NCP leader and Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday held a meeting with party leaders at Pune Circuit House. (HT PHOTO) NCP leader and Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday held a meeting with party leaders at Pune Circuit House. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/NCP-leader-and-Maharashtra-deputy-chief-minister-A_1721329425597.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 07:42 AM IST
Farmers’ political front to fight assembly polls
Farmer leaders in Maharashtra form 'Parivartan Aghadi' for upcoming elections, uniting various factions to contest on all 288 seats and raise farmers' issues.
![Farmer leader Raju Shetti is at the forefront of the initiative and brought all leaders together. (HT FILE) Farmer leader Raju Shetti is at the forefront of the initiative and brought all leaders together. (HT FILE)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Farmer-leader-Raju-Shetti-is-at-the-forefront-of-t_1721329305582.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 07:22 AM IST
Pune traffic police to tackle congestion on 32 major roads with PMC, Google
The project will focus on main roads with heavy traffic. Enhancements such as improved intersections, updated signals, parking management, speed breakers, road surfacing, removal of road encroachments, and installation of traffic control devices will be implemented
![The aim is to reduce the number of accidents through these efforts, said officials. (HT FILE) The aim is to reduce the number of accidents through these efforts, said officials. (HT FILE)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/The-aim-is-to-reduce-the-number-of-accidents-throu_1721329124831.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 07:12 AM IST
61-year-old Zika virus patient in Pune reports rare neurological complication
Meningoencephalitis is a rare and life-threatening condition in which the patient has both meningitis and encephalitis at the same time
![Pune city has reported an outbreak of Zika virus infection since June 20 and till date, 27 cases of Zika virus infection have been reported. Of these, 11 patients infected with Zika virus are expecting mothers, said PMC officials. (REUTERS) Pune city has reported an outbreak of Zika virus infection since June 20 and till date, 27 cases of Zika virus infection have been reported. Of these, 11 patients infected with Zika virus are expecting mothers, said PMC officials. (REUTERS)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Pune-city-has-reported-an-outbreak-of-Zika-virus-i_1721329005120.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 07:00 AM IST
120 passengers stranded on flight at Pune airport for 2 hours
We were onboard the Pune-Bhubaneswar Air India Express flight I5 320 for two hours from 2 pm to 4pm before being asked to deboard as it faced technical issues, said a flier
![Passengers at the Pune airport. (HT PHOTO) Passengers at the Pune airport. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Passengers-at-the-Pune-airport---HT-PHOTO-_1721328824418.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 06:56 AM IST
Pune civic chief Rajendra Bhosale admitted at private hospital
Bhosale is reportedly suffering from a viral flu-like illness and his condition is stated to be stable, officials said
![The municipal commissioner complained of fever, chills and body aches and was admitted to a private facility. (HT FILE) The municipal commissioner complained of fever, chills and body aches and was admitted to a private facility. (HT FILE)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/The-municipal-commissioner-complained-of-fever--ch_1721328644410.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 06:50 AM IST
Indian astronomers reveal rare type of millisecond pulsar
Pulsars are like cosmic lighthouses, beaming out radio signals as they spin extremely fast, as much as several hundreds of rotations around their axis in a second. Some of these pulsars are rotating hundreds of times per second – those are millisecond pulsars
![Spider pulsar (at the centre) destroying its companion. (SOURCED) Spider pulsar (at the centre) destroying its companion. (SOURCED)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Spider-pulsar--at-the-centre--destroying-its-compa_1721326604023.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 05:32 AM IST
Three booked in Pune for cheating businessman of ₹10 crore
The accused signed a memorandum of understanding with Sathe as part of the deal. The accused promised huge profit in the business and took ₹10 crore from the complainant, but did not deliver the HPP products, according to the FIR
![The police have invoked Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 318, 316 and others against the accused. No arrests have been made so far. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) The police have invoked Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 318, 316 and others against the accused. No arrests have been made so far. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/The-police-have-invoked-Bharatiya-Nyaya-Sanhita--B_1721324143840.jpg)
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 05:02 AM IST
SCERT to remove reference to Manusmriti from syllabus
About 3,900 objections and suggestions have been received with regard to the syllabus. The syllabus is being finalised by considering every objection and suggestion, says official
![SCERT had prepared the new syllabus as per the NEP 2020 which includes a component of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) to introduce students to the ancient knowledge of the country. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) SCERT had prepared the new syllabus as per the NEP 2020 which includes a component of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) to introduce students to the ancient knowledge of the country. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/From-Shivaji-memorials-to-slum-development--commun_1721323603597.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 10:57 PM IST
Face recognition cameras to be installed at Pune railway station
The cameras are installed at platforms, circulating areas, foot overbridges (FOB), entrances and other spots
![Pune divisional railway manager (DRM) Indu Dubey monitors the cameras from her office. (HT PHOTO) Pune divisional railway manager (DRM) Indu Dubey monitors the cameras from her office. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/150x84/Pune-divisional-railway-manager--DRM--Indu-Dubey-m_1721322523300.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 10:39 PM IST
Ajit Pawar meets Pune NCP leaders amid mass defection to Sharad Pawar camp
The NCP suffered a major jolt after 25 leaders, including Pimpri-Chinchwad unit chief Ajit Gavhane, quit the party and joined the NCP(SP) on Wednesday.
![Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar.(PTI) Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar.(PTI)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/PTI06-10-2024-000330A-0_1721281448580_1721281486673.jpg)
Published on Jul 18, 2024 11:55 AM IST
Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.62 °C, check weather forecast for July 18, 2024
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Pune on July 18, 2024 here.
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Published on Jul 18, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Porsche crash: Maharashtra panel calls for action against 2 JJB officials
State’s women and child development department has recommended disciplinary action against two non-judicial members of JJB
![State’s women and child development department has recommended disciplinary action against two non-judicial members of JJB in connection with the bail given to minor accused in Porsche crash case. (HT FILE) State’s women and child development department has recommended disciplinary action against two non-judicial members of JJB in connection with the bail given to minor accused in Porsche crash case. (HT FILE)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/State-s-women-and-child-development-department-has_1721244922480_1721273946639.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 09:09 AM IST
After civic notice, illegal structure cleared near Puja’s family house: Official
An “illegal” structure near trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s family bungalow on Baner Road has been cleared, days after PMC issued them a notice to remove it
![An “illegal” structure near trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s family bungalow on Baner Road has been cleared, days after PMC issued them a notice to remove it. (PTI) An “illegal” structure near trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s family bungalow on Baner Road has been cleared, days after PMC issued them a notice to remove it. (PTI)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/An--illegal--structure-near-trainee-IAS-officer-Pu_1721244562391_1721266630013.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 07:07 AM IST
Cops ask Puja Khedkar for statement on harassment charges against collector
Pune police ask trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar to record statement on harassment allegations against district collector; case under investigation.
![IAS probationer Puja Khedkar had accused Pune district collector Suhas Diwase of harassment. (HT) IAS probationer Puja Khedkar had accused Pune district collector Suhas Diwase of harassment. (HT)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/IAS-probationer-Puja-Khedkar-had-accused-Pune-dist_1721244262272.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 08:22 AM IST
Taste of Life: Fasting brings people of faith together
In July 1929, Shrimant Balasaheb Pantpratinidhi of the Aundh State delivered a lecture on dietetics and nutrition in the assembly hall of the Nutan Marathi Vidyalaya (NMV) School in Poona
![The new middle class in early twentieth-century Maharashtra wholeheartedly embraced ingredients like sago and arrowroot that were earlier meant for the ill and the convalescent, and used it to cook novel dishes for fasting. (HT PHOTO) The new middle class in early twentieth-century Maharashtra wholeheartedly embraced ingredients like sago and arrowroot that were earlier meant for the ill and the convalescent, and used it to cook novel dishes for fasting. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/The-new-middle-class-in-early-twentieth-century-Ma_1721242221883.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 06:52 AM IST
History sheeter hacked to death in Yerawada, accused held
Three arrested for the murder of criminal in Yerwada identified as Sudhir Gavas. Accused are family members. Police cite old disputes as motive.
![According to police, the incident was a result of old disputes between the accused and the victim. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC) According to police, the incident was a result of old disputes between the accused and the victim. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/According-to-police--the-incident-was-a-result-of-_1721242101527.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 06:44 AM IST
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s iconic wagh nakh to be on display at Museum
The Wagh Nakh kept in a box will be on display at the government museum in Satara from July 19 for the next seven months
![A special function has been organised by the State government which will be attended by chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar on July 19 in Satara in the presence of descendants of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. (HT PHOTO) A special function has been organised by the State government which will be attended by chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar on July 19 in Satara in the presence of descendants of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/A-special-function-has-been-organised-by-the-State_1721242041682.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 06:42 AM IST
SPPU to start scientific training class for school students
SPPU's Centre for Science Education & Communication offers scientific training classes for school students to enhance cognitive skills through experiential learning. Classes in Marathi, Hindi, English for grades 4-9, weekly till Jan 2025. Register at http://sciencepark.unipune.ac.in/.
![This initiative is being implemented till January 2025 and one class will be held every week. (HT HOTO) This initiative is being implemented till January 2025 and one class will be held every week. (HT HOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/This-initiative-is-being-implemented-till-January-_1721241621462.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 06:28 AM IST
Round 3 merit list for class 11 admissions to be announced Monday
Wednesday was the last day to apply for the third round of central admission to class 11 in the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation areas
![There are 119,705 seats available in around 340 colleges under the central online class 11 admission process. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC) There are 119,705 seats available in around 340 colleges under the central online class 11 admission process. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/There-are-119-705-seats-available-in-around-340-co_1721241141281.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Blow for Ajit Pawar in Pimpri-Chinchwad, 25 leaders join Sharad Pawar
25 NCP leaders, including Pimpri-Chinchwad unit chief, quit to join NCP(SP) ahead of Maharashtra elections, citing faith in Sharad Pawar's leadership.
![Besides Gavhane, senior NCP leaders from Pimpri-Chinchwad unit, Rahul Bhosale, Pankaj Bhalekar and Yash Sane, quit the party on Tuesday and joined the NCP(SP) at party chief Sharad Pawar’s residence in Pune on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO) Besides Gavhane, senior NCP leaders from Pimpri-Chinchwad unit, Rahul Bhosale, Pankaj Bhalekar and Yash Sane, quit the party on Tuesday and joined the NCP(SP) at party chief Sharad Pawar’s residence in Pune on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/17/150x84/Besides-Gavhane--senior-NCP-leaders-from-Pimpri-Ch_1721241081380.jpg)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 12:39 AM IST