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Ajit Pawar’s remark on farm loan waivers sparks controversy

Baramati, Correspondent Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has stirred controversy with his recent remarks on farm loan waivers. Speaking on the issue, Pawar said, “Once farmers are provided loans at zero percent interest, they should develop the mindset to repay...
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IFSC Asian Climbing Championship Kicks Off with Grandeur in Pimpri Chinchwad

Pimpri Chinchwad, Correspondent The IFSC Asian Climbing Championship 2025 opened in Pimpri Chinchwad on Friday with a vibrant ceremony marked by enthusiasm, cultural performances, and international participation. This is the first time the prestigious continental event is being hosted in...
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NSUI Threatens Self-Immolation Over Compulsory ‘Career Katta’ Fee at Pune University

Pune, Correspondent The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has issued a strong warning to the Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)  administration, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the newly imposed ₹365 compulsory fee  for the “Career Katta”  initiative. Thefinancial...
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Vande Bharat Express Finally Gets a Stop at Daund

Pune, Correspondent The Vande Bharat Express, running between Mumbai and Solapur, has finally been granted a stop at Daund railway station, marking a significant achievement for commuters in the region. MP Supriya Sule  had been persistently requestingFebruary...
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Challenge Ahead: Resolving Objections in Draft Voter Lists of Municipal Councils and Panchayats

Pune, Correspondent The administration faces a challenge in resolving around 20,000 pending objections  in the draft voter lists of 14 municipal councils  and 3 town panchayats  in the district. So far, authorities have addressed 40,000 of the total 58,697 objections...
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MPCB Enforces Stricter Rules for Construction and RMC Projects

Pune, Correspondent In a major move to curb rising air pollution across Maharashtra, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB)has implemented stricter environmental regulations  for Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC)  plants. The revised guidelines aim to reduce dust emissions and improve The...
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Status Quo Order Continued in Seth Hirachand Nemchand Memorial Trust Case

Pune, Correspondent The Maharashtra State Charity Commissioner, Amogh Kaloti, has extended the “status quo”  order in the ongoing dispute over the Seth Hirachand Nemchand (HND) Memorial Trust  and the Jain temple mortgage issue in Pune’s Model Colony. TheOctober...
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Leaders Gear Up for Elections, But Farmers Still Wait for Compensation!

Pune / Saswad, Correspondent Although the dates for local self-government elections  in the state have not yet been announced, political leaders and party workers have already begun vigorous preparations. Meetings are underway in villages, discussions are ongoing, and constituency-levelDiwali...
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VBA march secures Rs 15k rent; Action against stalled slum project developers

Pune The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA), led by founder-president Balasaheb Ambedkar, today organised a massive protest march in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, demanding immediate action against developers responsible for stalled slum rehabilitation projects. During the protest, a delegation from the party...
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NSUI Threatens Self-Immolation Over Compulsory ‘Career Katta’ Fee at Pune University

Pune, 28 October 2025 The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has issued a strong warning to the Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) administration, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the newly imposed ₹365 compulsory fee for the “Career Katta” initiative....
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