IMD Issues Flash Flood Warning for Pune as Water Discharge from Dams Rises

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for the city of Pune. This comes as water levels in the Mutha river have surged, flooding areas along its banks. The monsoon season has seen a strong resurgence in the area, leading to higher dam discharges. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued … Read more

Maharashtra MPSC Civil Services Prelims 2024 Postponed Amid Protests;

Maharashtra MPSC Civil Services Prelims 2024 Postponed Amid Protests; New Date to Be Announced the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has announced the postponement of the Maharashtra Gazetted Civil Services Combined Preliminary Examination 2024, originally scheduled for August 25. The decision was made following protests by aspirants, and a new exam date will be announced … Read more

Union Cabinet Approves Rs 2954.53 Crore Extension for Pune Metro Phase – 1

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the Pune Metro Phase-I project. The new extension, known as Line-1 B, will connect Swargate to Katraj via an underground line, adding 5.46 kilometers and three stations to the existing PCMC-Swargate route.The extended line will serve crucial areas including Market Yard, … Read more

Pune Rain Update: Red Alert for Pune! It will rain heavily for the next few hours.

Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting extremely heavy showers in isolated ghat areas and moderate rain in the plains. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts exceptionally heavy rains in isolated ghat areas and moderate rain in the plains, hence Pune is predicted to have substantial rainfall. Palghar, Thane, Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Kolhapur, Aurangabad, Jalna, Parbhani, … Read more

The Pune Municipal Corporation has slapped a fourteen lakh fine on PMRD.

The citizens have been staging protests against the municipal corporation since the potholes in the area have turned out to be in bad condition. The ongoing construction of metro and flyover has reduced the traffic flow considerably on Pune – Ganeshkhind Road, which faces serious problems due to stones scattered across the roadway. The falling … Read more

A heavy rain occured in Dapodi, Kasarwadi, Pimpri and other areas of Pimpri Chinchwad.

In a dramatic turn of weather events, Kasarwadi, Dapodi, and other parts of the Pimpri-Chinchwad areas have been severely impacted by heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. The torrential downpour, which began early yesterday morning, has led to widespread flooding, disruption of daily life, and concerns over safety in these densely populated regions of … Read more

Pune is experiencing significant disturbances due to heavy rainfall: Schools shut down, traffic congestion, and flood alerts.

Overview – Pune is experiencing major disruptions due to heavy rainfall, resulting in school closures, traffic congestion, and incidents of falling trees. The District Collector has taken action by shutting down schools and advising residents to avoid unnecessary travel. The increased water release from Khadakwasla dam has led to waterlogging, and there have been four … Read more

PMPML will operate 20 electric double-decker buses.

According to PMPML, 20 double-decker buses were approved for Pune citizens. Introduction of Double Decker Buses Enhances Pune’s Public Transit Pune residents can soon enjoy a more convenient and comfortable commuting experience with the introduction of ‘double decker’ buses into the Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd (PMPML) fleet. Approved in a recent meeting of the … Read more