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Mohit Takalkar brings acclaimed new English play to city

The Nether was produced off-Broadway by MCC Theatre and in London by Headlong Theatre and Royal Court Theatre, transferring with Sonia Friedman Productions to the West End at the Duke of York’s Theatre

The Nether has since been produced in 28 countries and translated into 19 languages, and is currently running at the Berliner Ensemble. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Published on Mar 17, 2025 05:58 AM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Survivors of Japan’s New Year's Day earthquake share their stories

Authorities warned that the Jan 1 earthquake may be followed by other tremors — and Tuesday’s earthquake measuring higher on the Ritcher scale bore that out

People look back toward the collapsed houses in Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024. A powerful earthquake slammed the western coastline of Japan on New Year’s Day. (Kyodo News via AP)(AP)

World News

Published on Jan 10, 2024 09:37 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

A world championship the globe doesn't know it needs

A Japanese contest in garbage collection saw over 21 countries participate this year. The aim? Be the top dog in collecting and segregating waste

Trash collected at the Spogomi World Cup(Courtesy: The Author/Cirqt )

Sports

Published on Nov 29, 2023 04:28 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

To curb Pune’s traffic menace, industrialists, CEOs present a suggestions to police

Among the suggestions, some key pointers were to help pedestrians in crossing the streets, synchronise all traffic signals and maintain speed limits on internal roads

This meeting took place on January 30 at the police commissioner’s office, and it was attended by representatives from industry, academic institutions, and students (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Feb 04, 2023 11:34 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

PMC’s inaction leads Keshav Nagar residents to form legal association

The association held its first official meeting on Sunday during which residents voiced their concerns over the pathetic state of affairs, especially since more residential projects are slated to come up

There is no infrastructure to cater to the existing residents. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Jan 29, 2023 11:00 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Pune’s Natyasattak brings back the euphoria of live theatre

The festival, in its seventh edition, is held every year in January and has been drawing audience for its night-long marathon of live plays and performances

O Gaanewale celebrates the Works of Women performers of North India. (Narendra Dangiya/HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Jan 14, 2023 10:57 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

2022 the year that was: Prominent personalities Pune lost this year

The year 2022 has seen the city lose a few prominent residents who gave Pune its identity. From industrialists to ex-mayors and scholars to social activists, each has made Pune proud and left a void in their wake

Veteran industrialist and former Bajaj Auto chairman Rahul Bajaj passed away at the age of 83 on February 12. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 30, 2022 04:11 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Ahead of New Year celebrations, liquor worth ₹1.7 cr seized in Pune, seven arrested

Those carrying the liquor did not have any documents and permit for its trafficking and possession. The excise department has seized the liquor and some vehicles besides arresting seven persons

Police officials have also decided to take strict measures against the illegal sale and trafficking of banned substances in Pune during New Year’s celebrations amid large crowds from outside expected in the city this time. (Representative Photo)

cities

Published on Dec 29, 2022 08:46 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari and Aditi Shekar

Excise dept issues 1.65L one-day liquor permits for Dec 31

While Christmas saw a full house at most of the pubs, restaurants and bars, the state excise department has disbursed 1

A person can also directly approach an excise inspector for this permit which cost <span class='webrupee'>₹</span> 5. (HT FILE PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 26, 2022 11:33 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Pune citizens burn garbage to keep warm, pollution up

The PMC has collected ₹ 31,920 in fines from 51 receipts in November and December. A penalty of ₹ 500 is issued if one is found burning garbage

As the temperature in the city drops a notch, garbage in various parts of the city is being burnt to keep warm. (HT FILE PHOTO)

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Published on Dec 25, 2022 10:34 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

21st Pune International Film Festival postponed

The festival committee had begun accepting entries for its Marathi films competition section in October this year

Dr Jabbar Patel, president of Pune Film Foundation, said, the Pune International Film Festival has been postponed due to some unforeseen circumstances. The new dates of the festival will be announced soon. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 23, 2022 11:52 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

To curb illicit liquor, excise dept to beef up flying squads in Pune

To keep a strict watch on illegal consumption and trafficking of liquor, the excise department will have 22 officials flying squads

The state excise department has decided to increase its flying squads considering the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

cities

Published on Dec 22, 2022 07:49 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Leopard found in Chakan chawl, rescued after two-hour operation

The Wildlife SOS team operating out of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Junnar was called to assist in the rescue operation

Leopard sitting in a narrow passage at a chawl. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 20, 2022 11:26 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Flyover at Golf Course Chowk in Yerawada to be operational by January

The PMC is rushing to give finishing touches to the flyover that has taken over 3 years to complete, so that it can be opened for traffic just before the G20 meet

Golf Course Chowk flyover will be operational soon. (Shankar Narayan/HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 19, 2022 11:30 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Police to step up patrolling in Baner, Balewadi

Following a meeting with Balewadi and Baner residents and the local police, Balaji Pandhre, senior Police Inspector (PI), Chaturshringi police station, has promised to beef up staff to deal with prevalent issues in the area

A meeting was called in response to locals’ claims that there have been several instances of nuisance caused by outsiders in the aftermath of alcohol consumption. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Dec 18, 2022 07:25 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Consulate of Israel, MTDC to develop Jewish route in Maharashtra

The Jewish route would begin first in Mumbai with five sites and has tailor-made itineraries for each of the routes

This year Israel and India are also celebrating thirty years of full diplomatic relations. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Dec 17, 2022 10:26 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

PMC to ready 90 junctions ahead of G20 Summit

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has identified as many as 90 junctions to be readied for the upcoming G20 Summit to be held in the city

Work underway near Jupiter Hospital at Baner Aundh link road on Friday. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 16, 2022 10:35 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

PMC begins work on Swargate underpass, will take a month

Commuters using the Swargate grade separator are advised to leave their homes or offices early for the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has begun work on the underpass to smoothen the broken, often flooded road which will take about a month’s time, according to the civic body

Grade separator work in progress at Swargate on Thursday. (Ravindra Joshi/HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 15, 2022 11:33 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

‘Social media was responsible for the withdrawal of the award’

I am a translator by profession, and when I was approached by publishing house Lokvangmay Gruha and Kobad Gandhy to translate his book into Marathi, I read it first. I found nothing controversial in it—it is limited to his thoughts and his life in prison—and hence I accepted the project

Pune, India - Dec. 14, 2022: Anagha Lele (Prachi Bari story) in Pune, India, on Wednesday, December 14, 2022. (Photo by Ravindra Joshi/HT k PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 15, 2022 12:15 AM IST

ByPrachi Bari

State can have no truck with book that promotes naxalism: Kesarkar

Mumbai: A day after a controversy erupted over the withdrawal of a government award to Anagha Lele for her Marathi translation of alleged Maoist ideologue Kobad Ghandy’s memoir, the state government justified its decision, saying it could not endorse glorification of ‘Naxal’ literature

Mumbai, India - July 25, 2017: Shiv Sena MLA Deepak Kesarkar arrive at Vidhan Bhavan on Day 2 of Monsoon Assembly session in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. (Photo by Kunal Patil/Hindustan Times) (Kunal Patil/HT Photo)

cities

Published on Dec 15, 2022 12:09 AM IST

BySurendra Gangan, Prachi Bari and Niraj Pandit

‘Book was selected by a committee but revoked based on social media’

Anagha Lele spoke to Prachi Bari about how social media, comprising those who had not read Kobad Ghandy’s book or the translation, were responsible for overturning the decision

cities

Published on Dec 14, 2022 11:34 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

68th edition of Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav from December 14 to 18

Anand Bhate, often known as panditji’s favourite disciple who has been given the moniker Anand Gandharva, believes that performing at Sawai is a dream for vocalists of any gharana

Pandit Bhimsen Joshi with Anand Bhate on tanpura during Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav. (HT FILE PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 14, 2022 12:10 AM IST

ByPrachi Bari

PMC initiates school travel improvement plan

PMC road department had organised a design competition from which, three top urban designers were selected. These teams will select local schools in the area to implement their design. A trial of their design proposals will begin from December 11 to 16

In Kharadi, the winning design will be put into effect at Zensar road PDEA School to Pathare School for access roads to 3 schools namely PDEA School, Gyanankur School and Rajarambapu Pathare School. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 10, 2022 11:27 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Pedestrians’ safety at stake due to encroached footpaths in Pune

Footpaths on Laxmi Road, Fergusson College Road, Sahakar Nagar, and Jungli Maharaj Road are among the few where encroachment is rampant, making it impossible for pedestrians to walk

Encroached footpath on FC road. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 10, 2022 11:00 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Laxmi Road closed for traffic on Dec 11; various events lined to celebrate Pedestrians’ Day

Laxmi Road will be closed for traffic from Umbrya Ganpati Chowk to Garud Ganpati Chowk between 11am and 4pm

preparations underway at Laxmi Road on Saturday. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 10, 2022 10:58 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji: Traders in Pune to keep shops closed on Dec 13

The Pune traders’ federation on Thursday issued a statement saying its members will keep shops shut till 3pm on Tuesday

The decision came after the office-bearers of Pune Trade Federation met with various representatives of political parties like Sambhaji Brigade, Congress, Nationalist Congress Party and Shiv Sena. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 08, 2022 10:37 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Adaptive traffic management system on track with phase 1 to be ready January

The first phase ATMS will calculate the green and red utilisation time on intersection, and it will divide the green time to all the approaches as per the real time traffic condition

This will help the city administration, traffic division and the citizens with the route improvement. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Dec 08, 2022 12:06 AM IST

ByPrachi Bari

New municipal council: Natives welcome decision, others want to be with PMC

There is a clear demarcation between those residents who have been living in Uruli and Phursungi for years and those who have recently relocated

Locals believe cutting the town off from PMC and forming a new council is not a good solution. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 08, 2022 12:01 AM IST

ByPrachi Bari

A milestone reunion of leopard cub and his mother for SOS wildlife, Forest department

Sugarcane farmers in Junnar discovered the cub on the farm, and Wildlife SOS and the Forest Department reunited the leopard cub with its mother in a late-night operation

Every cub found has to undergo a mandatory health examination. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Published on Dec 06, 2022 11:23 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

Door-to-door e-waste collection begins in Pune

While the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) website states that a total 18,559

The Project is not just collecting E-waste but has also helped rural schools with some of their hardware. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Dec 06, 2022 11:21 PM IST

ByPrachi Bari

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The Nether was produced off-Broadway by MCC Theatre and in London by Headlong Theatre and Royal Court Theatre, transferring with Sonia Friedman Productions to the West End at the Duke of York’s Theatre

Authorities warned that the Jan 1 earthquake may be followed by other tremors — and Tuesday’s earthquake measuring higher on the Ritcher scale bore that out

A Japanese contest in garbage collection saw over 21 countries participate this year. The aim? Be the top dog in collecting and segregating waste

Among the suggestions, some key pointers were to help pedestrians in crossing the streets, synchronise all traffic signals and maintain speed limits on internal roads

The association held its first official meeting on Sunday during which residents voiced their concerns over the pathetic state of affairs, especially since more residential projects are slated to come up

The festival, in its seventh edition, is held every year in January and has been drawing audience for its night-long marathon of live plays and performances

The year 2022 has seen the city lose a few prominent residents who gave Pune its identity. From industrialists to ex-mayors and scholars to social activists, each has made Pune proud and left a void in their wake

Those carrying the liquor did not have any documents and permit for its trafficking and possession. The excise department has seized the liquor and some vehicles besides arresting seven persons

While Christmas saw a full house at most of the pubs, restaurants and bars, the state excise department has disbursed 1

The PMC has collected ₹ 31,920 in fines from 51 receipts in November and December. A penalty of ₹ 500 is issued if one is found burning garbage

The festival committee had begun accepting entries for its Marathi films competition section in October this year

To keep a strict watch on illegal consumption and trafficking of liquor, the excise department will have 22 officials flying squads

The Wildlife SOS team operating out of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Junnar was called to assist in the rescue operation

The PMC is rushing to give finishing touches to the flyover that has taken over 3 years to complete, so that it can be opened for traffic just before the G20 meet

Following a meeting with Balewadi and Baner residents and the local police, Balaji Pandhre, senior Police Inspector (PI), Chaturshringi police station, has promised to beef up staff to deal with prevalent issues in the area

The Jewish route would begin first in Mumbai with five sites and has tailor-made itineraries for each of the routes

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has identified as many as 90 junctions to be readied for the upcoming G20 Summit to be held in the city

Commuters using the Swargate grade separator are advised to leave their homes or offices early for the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has begun work on the underpass to smoothen the broken, often flooded road which will take about a month’s time, according to the civic body

I am a translator by profession, and when I was approached by publishing house Lokvangmay Gruha and Kobad Gandhy to translate his book into Marathi, I read it first. I found nothing controversial in it—it is limited to his thoughts and his life in prison—and hence I accepted the project

Mumbai: A day after a controversy erupted over the withdrawal of a government award to Anagha Lele for her Marathi translation of alleged Maoist ideologue Kobad Ghandy’s memoir, the state government justified its decision, saying it could not endorse glorification of ‘Naxal’ literature

Anagha Lele spoke to Prachi Bari about how social media, comprising those who had not read Kobad Ghandy’s book or the translation, were responsible for overturning the decision

Anand Bhate, often known as panditji’s favourite disciple who has been given the moniker Anand Gandharva, believes that performing at Sawai is a dream for vocalists of any gharana

PMC road department had organised a design competition from which, three top urban designers were selected. These teams will select local schools in the area to implement their design. A trial of their design proposals will begin from December 11 to 16

Footpaths on Laxmi Road, Fergusson College Road, Sahakar Nagar, and Jungli Maharaj Road are among the few where encroachment is rampant, making it impossible for pedestrians to walk

Laxmi Road will be closed for traffic from Umbrya Ganpati Chowk to Garud Ganpati Chowk between 11am and 4pm

The Pune traders’ federation on Thursday issued a statement saying its members will keep shops shut till 3pm on Tuesday

The first phase ATMS will calculate the green and red utilisation time on intersection, and it will divide the green time to all the approaches as per the real time traffic condition

There is a clear demarcation between those residents who have been living in Uruli and Phursungi for years and those who have recently relocated

Sugarcane farmers in Junnar discovered the cub on the farm, and Wildlife SOS and the Forest Department reunited the leopard cub with its mother in a late-night operation

While the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) website states that a total 18,559

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