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27-year-old man killed over love marriage dispute in Jalgaon; 6 held, minor detained

Jalgaon police arrested six and detained one minor for the murder of Pappu Sirsale, killed by his wife’s relatives over their love marriage.

The deceased, identified as Pappu alias Mukesh Ramesh Sirsale, had married Pooja Ramesh Sonawane three years ago, despite disapproval from the bride’s family. Both the families live in the same locality. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 21, 2025 06:32 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Seven held for attacking engineering student in front of college gate

Kondhwa police arrested seven college students for attacking a 19-year-old engineering student with weapons outside Trinity College.

The accused have been sent to three-day police custody. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 21, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Pune rural police bust inter-state ATM fraud; three held

Pune rural police arrested three from an interstate gang for robbing elderly citizens of ATM cards, seizing 147 cards and ₹50,000 cash.

According to police, all criminals are on record criminals and have registered seven criminal cases against them in various police stations in Uttar Pradesh. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOT)

Pune

Updated on Jan 19, 2025 07:50 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Amid scrutiny, some women withdraw applications for Ladki Bahin scheme

According to Manisha Biraris, women and child development (WCD) officer, Pune district, three women from Pune city have submitted withdrawal requests.

The Mahayuti government launched the Ladki Bahin Yojana in June 2024, ahead of the assembly elections, promising <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,500 per month to women from families earning less than <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.5 lakh annually, with a hike to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2,100 per month if re-elected. The scheme, rolled out in July last year, has already disbursed <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>7,500 to 2.47 crore women for five months. The sixth installment is currently being processed. (HT FILE)

India News

Updated on Jan 19, 2025 03:07 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Jankar to meet CEC over EVM concerns, threatens resignation

On Friday, villagers from Markadwadi and Dhanore in Solapur district passed resolutions demanding the use of ballot papers for voting

Jankar plans to submit affidavits from these villagers during his meeting with the Election Commission (EC). (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 19, 2025 06:54 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Three held in case related to cyber fraud

Pimpri Chinchwad police arrested three for deceiving youths with job offers to use their bank accounts in cyber fraud linked to ₹67.69 lakh scam.

During his interrogation, he confirmed that he gave Kadam and Suraj Khedekar from Mumbai access to the bank accounts. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 19, 2025 06:52 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Three arrested in suicide case of two family members over private loans

Pimpri-Chinchwad police arrested three moneylenders for harassing a family, leading to a suicide attempt that resulted in two deaths.

According to the police officials, the complainant, a 45-year-old medical store owner in Chikhali. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 19, 2025 06:44 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Saif Ali Khan has not requested any security cover; Minister of State for Home

Khan (54) suffered grievous injuries after an intruder stabbed him with a knife repeatedly at his 12th-floor flat in upscale Bandra in the early hours of Thursday

Kadam confirmed that Saif Ali Khan had not informed the police about facing any threats to date and had not requested any security cover. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 18, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Beed murder: Maratha-Vanjari divide backfires on students

The murder of Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh in December last year has deepened the rift between the Maratha and Vanjari communities, traditionally on opposite sides of the socio-political divide

The situation in the district is peaceful and the police force have been deployed in areas that witnessed protests. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Published on Jan 16, 2025 07:23 PM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Swargate police arrest criminal involved in over 55 robbery cases

The prime accused, Ganesh Maruti Kathewade (37), a native of Mukhed in Nanded district, has been involved in over 55 robbery cases

The investigation began with a house break-in reported in Salisbury Park on December 19, where 29 tolas of gold ornaments and 3.5 kg of silver were stolen. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 16, 2025 06:24 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Nashik youth dies after manja slits his throat, PSI critical in Sambhajinagar

The deceased is a resident of Devlali Camp, was riding his motorcycle when his throat was suddenly slit by the manja used for flying kites

A police team from Indiranagar police station seized the manja from the spot for further investigation. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

India News

Updated on Jan 15, 2025 02:37 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Sarpanch from Parli in Beed district dies in accident

According to police, Kshirsagar was on his way home after completing some farm work in his village when the incident occurred around 8:30 pm

A speeding truck transporting the dry ash, hit his motorcycle, causing severe damage to the bike and resulting in Kshirsagar’s instant death (HT)

Pune

Updated on Jan 13, 2025 05:42 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Five booked, ₹36,000 worth of nylon manja seized

The seizure has brought renewed attention to the dangers of nylon manja, a synthetic kite string known for its sharpness and the risk it poses to birds and human safety

As the Makar Sankranti festival approaches, the police and environmental groups alike are urging the public to celebrate responsibly by using safe kite flying materials, ensuring a joyful and injury-free festival for all. (Mahendra Kolhe/HT)

Pune

Updated on Jan 12, 2025 07:22 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Koytas gain popularity over other sharp weapons in Pune

A 17-year-old girl and her friend were threatened and robbed by brandishing a koyta at Hanuman Tekdi on Saturday

Unlike knives or swords, koytas are inexpensive, easy to source, and intimidating in appearance, the officer who as inspector investigated multiple cases in the case said. Local markets sell it at prices ranging from <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>200 to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>500, depending on quality and size. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 09, 2025 06:16 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Beed district struggles with low conviction rate

The district’s law and order situation recently came under scrutiny after the gruesome murder of Massajog village sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh on December 9, which led to widespread protests and road blockades

As per the police department data compiled by Criminal Investigation Department (CID), in 2022, Beed registered a conviction rate of just 11.79%, ranking it as the third worst-performing district in Maharashtra. This represents a steady decline from 2018, when the district’s conviction rate stood at 36.09%. The downward trend has persisted, with Beed ranking last in conviction rates in 2021 (21.13%), second-last in 2020 (21.01%), and fourth from last in 2019 (25.40%). (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 09, 2025 06:02 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Three dead in clash over water supply in Dharashiv

A violent clash between two groups over sharing water from a well for their farm in Bavi village led to a fatal altercation

The incident occurred around 7:30 pm on January 5 and police have since arrested five suspects. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 07, 2025 07:36 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Two children among 3 killed as truck collides with motorcycle on Shikrapur-Chakan Road

The deceased have been identified as Ganesh Sanjay Khedkar, 35, Tanmay Ganesh Khedkar, 9, and Shivam Ganesh Khedkar, 5, all residents of Pimple Jagtap

Shikrapur police rushed to the scene and sent the bodies for post-mortem. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 07, 2025 06:56 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Pune traffic police claim commuting time on Solapur Road reduced by 15-25%

As part of the pilot project, the Pune city traffic police along with the PMC targeted areas such as Ramtekdi Chowk, Kalubai Chowk, Sopan Baug Chowk, Fatima Nagar Chowk, Bhairoba Nullah Chowk, Mamma Devi Chowk

As a result of the police efforts, commuting time reduced by 15 to 25%. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 06, 2025 06:08 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Three held for kidnap, robbery of 2 minors among three

The incident took place near Omkar Lodge along the Pune-Satara highway between 2 am and 4 am on Friday

While Shirole is a school van driver, Bhosale works as a food delivery agent. The accused committed the crime under the influence of alcohol, a police official said. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 05, 2025 05:46 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Police foil revenge plot by Mohol gang members; 2 held with firearms

पुणे पुलिस ने मोहाल गैंग के दो सदस्यों की हत्या की योजना को विफल किया। आरोपियों से दो पिस्टल और ₹1,12,000 की सामग्री बरामद हुई।

Pune

Updated on Jan 04, 2025 08:56 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Minor detained for tying, threatening, robbing senior citizen in Pune

The minor allegedly tied up the 80-year-old man with nylon rope, covered the man’s face with handkerchief, threatened him at knife point, and stole cash and mobile phone from his residence

Pune

Updated on Jan 04, 2025 01:34 PM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

2,633 motorists caught for traffic violations on NYE in Pune

The Pune city traffic police collected ₹1,981,450 from motorists for various traffic violations on December 31, 2024 and January 1, 2025

The police said that driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime and that they took special efforts to prevent accidents involving drunk driving. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 02, 2025 08:44 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Curfew imposed in Jalgaon village after clashes between two groups; seven held

The incident was reported at around 11 pm on December 31 after a dispute between the driver of Shiv Sena leader Gulabrao Patil’s car and a group of locals

Several shops were gutted in the fire in the incident, said officials. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Jan 02, 2025 08:34 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Woman dies of injuries in Loni Kalbhor firing case

According to Loni Kalbhor police, four persons alighted from a car near Jai Malhar Hotel to answer nature’s call

At that time, a security guard, Akshay Chavan objected to them urinating in public, citing the presence of his wife on the scene. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Jan 02, 2025 05:24 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Auto union launch pick-and-drop facility for New Year revellers, 27 early bookings show they are on right track

Pune's Baghtoy Rickshawala Union launches “You Drink, We Drive” for safe New Year travel, already receiving 27 bookings for rides home.

Baghtoy Rickshawala Union launched “You Drink, We Drive” initiative for December 31 and January 1. (HT)

Pune

Updated on Jan 01, 2025 05:18 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Pune gets four ministers, Western Maharashtra back to being power hub with 10 ministries

Within Western Maharashtra, Pune and Satara districts emerged as key beneficiaries, collectively bagging six cabinet positions, marking a moment of both history and surprise

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has now been joined by three more ministers: cabinet members Chandrakant Patil and Dattatrayya Bharne, along with MoS Madhuri Misal. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Dec 16, 2024 07:02 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Russian national held from Goa in online investment fraud case

The Pimpri-Chinchwad police cyber cell has arrested two individuals, including a Russian national, from Goa in online fraud case after IT engineer was duped of ₹71,05,000

Pimpri-Chinchwad police cyber cell has arrested two individuals, including a Russian national, from Goa in online fraud case after IT engineer was duped of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>71,05,000. (Getty Images/iStockphoto (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Pune

Updated on Dec 15, 2024 07:50 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Prime accused held in Rohit Phalke murder case

On December 12, a group of six individuals brutally attacked Phalke in Dalit Wasti in Waifal village of Tasgaon in Sangli district

Police said the murder was the fallout of the old family rivalry between the victim and the accused. Both family members were earlier booked in an attack on each other. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Updated on Dec 15, 2024 05:28 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Case registered in fake police clearance certificates fraud

During a visit to one such private firm in Dighi, police found that 41 employees working on a contractual basis had submitted fake PCC

Police said the fake PCCs were being submitted to various private companies for posts like driver, housekeeping staff and security guards. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Dec 12, 2024 07:18 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Four held for abduction, murder of Satish Wagh

he accused have been identified as Pavan Kumar Sharma 30, from Shanti Nagar Dhule, Navnath Arjun Gursale 32 resident of Anusaya Park Wagholi, prime accused Akshay Javalkar and Vikas Shinde. Sharma and Gursale were arrested on Tuesday from Wagholi

Police investigation revealed that prime accused Javalkar was a tenant of Wagh and the two shared strained equations. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Pune

Updated on Dec 12, 2024 05:48 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

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Jalgaon police arrested six and detained one minor for the murder of Pappu Sirsale, killed by his wife’s relatives over their love marriage.

Kondhwa police arrested seven college students for attacking a 19-year-old engineering student with weapons outside Trinity College.

Pune rural police arrested three from an interstate gang for robbing elderly citizens of ATM cards, seizing 147 cards and ₹50,000 cash.

According to Manisha Biraris, women and child development (WCD) officer, Pune district, three women from Pune city have submitted withdrawal requests.

On Friday, villagers from Markadwadi and Dhanore in Solapur district passed resolutions demanding the use of ballot papers for voting

Pimpri Chinchwad police arrested three for deceiving youths with job offers to use their bank accounts in cyber fraud linked to ₹67.69 lakh scam.

Pimpri-Chinchwad police arrested three moneylenders for harassing a family, leading to a suicide attempt that resulted in two deaths.

Khan (54) suffered grievous injuries after an intruder stabbed him with a knife repeatedly at his 12th-floor flat in upscale Bandra in the early hours of Thursday

The murder of Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh in December last year has deepened the rift between the Maratha and Vanjari communities, traditionally on opposite sides of the socio-political divide

The prime accused, Ganesh Maruti Kathewade (37), a native of Mukhed in Nanded district, has been involved in over 55 robbery cases

The deceased is a resident of Devlali Camp, was riding his motorcycle when his throat was suddenly slit by the manja used for flying kites

According to police, Kshirsagar was on his way home after completing some farm work in his village when the incident occurred around 8:30 pm

The seizure has brought renewed attention to the dangers of nylon manja, a synthetic kite string known for its sharpness and the risk it poses to birds and human safety

A 17-year-old girl and her friend were threatened and robbed by brandishing a koyta at Hanuman Tekdi on Saturday

The district’s law and order situation recently came under scrutiny after the gruesome murder of Massajog village sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh on December 9, which led to widespread protests and road blockades

A violent clash between two groups over sharing water from a well for their farm in Bavi village led to a fatal altercation

The deceased have been identified as Ganesh Sanjay Khedkar, 35, Tanmay Ganesh Khedkar, 9, and Shivam Ganesh Khedkar, 5, all residents of Pimple Jagtap

As part of the pilot project, the Pune city traffic police along with the PMC targeted areas such as Ramtekdi Chowk, Kalubai Chowk, Sopan Baug Chowk, Fatima Nagar Chowk, Bhairoba Nullah Chowk, Mamma Devi Chowk

The incident took place near Omkar Lodge along the Pune-Satara highway between 2 am and 4 am on Friday

The minor allegedly tied up the 80-year-old man with nylon rope, covered the man’s face with handkerchief, threatened him at knife point, and stole cash and mobile phone from his residence

The Pune city traffic police collected ₹1,981,450 from motorists for various traffic violations on December 31, 2024 and January 1, 2025

The incident was reported at around 11 pm on December 31 after a dispute between the driver of Shiv Sena leader Gulabrao Patil’s car and a group of locals

According to Loni Kalbhor police, four persons alighted from a car near Jai Malhar Hotel to answer nature’s call

Pune's Baghtoy Rickshawala Union launches “You Drink, We Drive” for safe New Year travel, already receiving 27 bookings for rides home.

Within Western Maharashtra, Pune and Satara districts emerged as key beneficiaries, collectively bagging six cabinet positions, marking a moment of both history and surprise

The Pimpri-Chinchwad police cyber cell has arrested two individuals, including a Russian national, from Goa in online fraud case after IT engineer was duped of ₹71,05,000

On December 12, a group of six individuals brutally attacked Phalke in Dalit Wasti in Waifal village of Tasgaon in Sangli district

During a visit to one such private firm in Dighi, police found that 41 employees working on a contractual basis had submitted fake PCC

he accused have been identified as Pavan Kumar Sharma 30, from Shanti Nagar Dhule, Navnath Arjun Gursale 32 resident of Anusaya Park Wagholi, prime accused Akshay Javalkar and Vikas Shinde. Sharma and Gursale were arrested on Tuesday from Wagholi

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