Pimpri Chinchwad police will probe activists' claims linking Ajit Pawar's son Parth to the Mundhwa land deal, calling the investigation 'multidimensional'. Key accused Sheetal Tejwani's custody extended.
As PCMC polls near, senior Mahayuti leaders lobby for party tickets for their sons, sparking a debate on dynastic politics. Nomination filing began December 24. Get the full story.
Former NCP corporator Rahul Kalate joins BJP in Mumbai, boosting the party's prospects for PCMC polls. The move sparks internal dissent but gains support from key leaders. Read more.
A Pune court extended Sheetal Tejwani's police custody by four days in the Mundhwa land deal case involving alleged stamp duty waiver irregularities. Get the latest details on the multi-crore scam.
Delhi's new Transit-Oriented Development policy draft removes key planning safeguards, raising concerns over chaotic growth. Experts warn of infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
NCP chief Ajit Pawar has initiated talks with Congress for an alliance in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal polls, following BJP's decision to contest with Shiv Sena. Read the full story.
Pimpri Chinchwad police extern 32 criminals involved in drugs and crime. Action taken ahead of elections, with over 300 more under watch. Read the full story.
In a setback for Congress, Pimpri Chinchwad city president Kailas Kadam resigns citing personal reasons ahead of civic elections. He pledges to remain a devoted party member.
The BJP's induction of 23 former NCP corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad ahead of civic polls has triggered a major rift within the Mahayuti alliance. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar voices strong displeasure, hinting at retaliation.
The 2026 civic elections in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are set for a fierce contest between BJP and NCP. With poaching of leaders and delayed polls, the political duel intensifies. Read the full analysis.
In a major political shift, 20 former corporators from Pimpri-Chinchwad, including leaders from NCP, Shiv Sena (UBT), and Congress, join BJP. MLA Mahesh Landge calls it a 'strong response' to Ajit Pawar. Read the full story.
Pune Police confiscated 24 reels of illegal nylon manja worth Rs 36,000 from a youth in Pimprigaon. Authorities are now searching for the supplier from Dapodi based on the suspect's information.
NCP(SP)'s Rahul Kalate and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Sanjoy Waghere are set to join BJP in Pimpri-Chinchwad ahead of civic polls, sparking strong opposition from local BJP leaders who cite injustice to loyal workers.
Congress explores alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP for PCMC elections, seeking 20 seats. BJP faces defections and internal dissent over ticket distribution. Key political realignments shape the battle for 128 seats.
Pimpri Chinchwad police impose traffic diversions in Talegaon, Dighi, Chakan, and Alandi from Thursday midnight to Sunday 8 PM for election vote counting. Plan your route.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar assesses NCP's readiness for Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls, inducts leaders from BJP & Shiv Sena. Will the party reclaim its former stronghold?
PCMC faces opposition fire for issuing tenders worth Rs 250 crore just before the Model Code of Conduct began. Commissioner defends move as routine repairs. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena attended an MVA meeting in Pune, signaling a potential alliance shift. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar's NCP explores ties with NCP (SP) for the crucial Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls. Read the latest political developments.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic chief approves major contracts and housing draws just before election announcement, sparking activist concerns. Read the full details.
Three employees of a solar panel service firm were severely injured after a container truck hit their motorcycle on the Pune-Mumbai highway near Chinchwad. Police have registered a case against the driver.
Pimpri Chinchwad's air quality hits 'poor' levels, with AQI exceeding 200 on 7 days in December. CPCB data reveals PM2.5 & PM10 from vehicles and construction as key culprits. Read the full report.
Pimpri Chinchwad's final voter list reveals significant changes in 7 wards, with shifts over 4,000 voters. Analysts warn this could sway election outcomes. See the key details and potential impact.
Maharashtra's Pimpri Chinchwad to hold civic polls on January 15. Over 17 lakh voters to elect 128 corporators as BJP and NCP prepare for a high-stakes battle. Key issues include water scarcity and infrastructure.
Pimpri Chinchwad police crack down on illegal arms, seizing three country-made pistols in Chinchwad, Chakan, and Bhosari. Three men arrested, one minor detained. Read the full story.
Pimpri-Chinchwad police have booked three individuals for illegal online betting on an India-South Africa cricket match using the 'Taj777' app. One detained, two others wanted. Read the full details.
A 32-year-old labourer died after an old industrial shed collapsed at a Bhosari MIDC construction site in Pune. Police have filed an ADR and are investigating the incident.
A special POCSO court in Pune acquitted a 34-year-old man accused of raping his 3-year-old niece. The judge cited inconsistent witness testimony and serious lapses in forensic evidence collection. Read the full details.
Pimpri Chinchwad police arrest three and detain a minor for assaulting a cashier and stealing Rs 3.80 lakh. Inside job revealed. Read the full investigation details.
PCMC cracks down on dry cleaning units in Walhekarwadi for releasing untreated effluents into the Pavana river, a key drinking water source. Activists demand stricter regulations. Read more.
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch arrests three men after a gang assaulted four daily wage labourers and abducted two over a petty argument. The accused were nabbed using CCTV footage.