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Supreme Court Says ‘Vande Mataram’ Not Mandatory at Public Events, Dismisses Plea Challenging Guidelines
The Supreme Court clarified that singing ‘Vande Mataram’ at public events is not compulsory, calling government guidelines advisory in nature and dismissing a plea as...
Kharge Committee Finds Key Individuals Guilty in Mundhwa Land Scam; Report Tabled in Legislature
The Kharge panel has held multiple individuals, including private parties and revenue officials, responsible in the Mundhwa land scam, calling for legal action and administrative...
CAG Flags Major Lapses by MPCB as Untreated Industrial Waste Discharged into Rivers
A CAG report has exposed serious failures by MPCB between 2017 and 2022, highlighting unchecked industrial pollution, untreated effluents in rivers, and weak enforcement across...
All High Schools to Get Broadband Access Within Three Years, Centre Pushes AI Integration in Education
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan informed Rajya Sabha that 60% of high schools already have broadband, with full nationwide connectivity expected in 2-3 years alongside...
CM Orders Removal of All Ashok Kharat Case Videos from Social Media Platforms
The Maharashtra government has directed immediate removal of all videos linked to the Ashok Kharat case from social media, citing concerns over misinformation and public...
Lifestyle
The Family Man Season 4 Gets Hopeful Update; Fans May Face Long Wait for Next Chapter
The Family Man Season 4 update brings hope for fans as Manoj Bajpayee confirms return, but release may take longer than expected. Pune | 24...
890 Schools in Maharashtra Lack Toilets for Girls, Audit Reveals Major Infrastructure Gaps
An official audit has exposed severe shortcomings in Maharashtra’s school infrastructure, with 890 schools lacking toilets for girls and several others missing basic facilities like...
Forests Hold Key to Sustainable Future Amid Rising Environmental Challenges
Forests are emerging as critical to climate stability and sustainable development, with experts stressing urgent conservation measures as deforestation, climate change and biodiversity loss continue...
Metro Tickets Now Available on Uber App; Fadnavis Says Move Will Boost Urban Connectivity
Commuters will soon be able to book metro tickets via the Uber app, with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stating that the integration will...
Elon Musk’s X to Revamp Verification System in Europe Following EU Regulatory Pressure
Social media platform X plans to modify its account verification system in Europe after concerns raised by European regulators over the blue checkmark feature and...
Keep These LPG Cylinder Booking Numbers Handy to Avoid Last-Minute Refill Hassles
Households across India are advised to save official LPG booking numbers of Indane Gas, Bharat Gas and HP Gas to quickly book cylinder refills through...
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Supreme Court Rules Compensation for Acquired Land Cannot Be Reduced Citing Financial Burden
In a significant relief to farmers, the Supreme Court held that land acquisition compensation and interest cannot be reduced on grounds of financial burden, reaffirming...
SIT Widens Probe into Nashik “Godman” Ashok Kharat’s Family Assets Amid Escalating Allegations
Special Investigation Team expands probe into Nashik godman Ashok Kharat’s family properties as sexual exploitation case deepens and public scrutiny mounts. Pune | 26 March,...
Free Anti-Rabies Vaccines Available at PMC Hospitals; Doctors Urge Immediate Treatment After Dog Bites
PMC offers free anti-rabies vaccines at civic hospitals in Pune. Doctors stress immediate treatment after dog bites to prevent fatal rabies infection. Pune | 26...
PMC to Frame Tougher Construction Norms to Safeguard Metro Tunnels
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is preparing stricter construction regulations for buildings coming up above underground metro tunnels, following concerns over damage risks in the...
Pune PMC Extends Construction Timings to 7 AM–9 PM, Striking Balance Between Builder Needs and Pollution Concerns
PMC expands allowable construction hours from 7 am to 9 pm amid debates over pollution, builder demands, and resident concerns in Pune. Pune | 26...