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Dheeraj Bengrut
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Indian astronomers discover cosmic web filament from 11.7 billion years ago

The discovery was made possible using the Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile, operated by the European Southern Observatory (ESO)

The seven galaxies, highlighted in blue boxes, detected with MUSE exhibit a striking linear alignment, indicating an underlying filamentary structure. This alignment is remarkably mirrored by a 260-kpc-long Lyman-alpha nebula emanating from the giant filament. The yellow star pinpoints the location of the background quasar, whose light served as a probe to measure the metallicity of the filament, confirming its primordial nature. (SOURCED)
Published on Feb 01, 2025 07:54 AM IST

Air taxies to soon start in India, prototype trials to begin by 2026: Union Civil Aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu

Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune face traffic congestion; an 'air taxi' service trial is set for 2026, says Union Minister Naidu at a Pune conference.

India has made remarkable strides in the aviation sector, and by 2047, India will establish its independent dominance in the global horizon. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 01, 2025 05:14 AM IST

CM backs AI-based language model to showcase Marathi literature

CM Fadnavis emphasized using AI to promote Marathi literature at the Vishwa Marathi Sammelan, urging for a small language model for future access.

Veteran writer Madhu Mangesh Karnik (Second from left) was honored with the Sahitya Bhushan award at the event. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 31, 2025 11:52 PM IST

DigiYatra to start ops at Pune Airport’s new terminal from February 8

The DigiYatra service was previously operational at the old terminal of the airport. However, the service at the new terminal had been pending

All necessary permits and technical processes have now been completed, and the system is ready for service, said officials. (HT )
Updated on Jan 31, 2025 11:50 PM IST

LLB exams to be of 120 marks for 3, 5-year courses

Maharashtra State Common Entrance Examination Cell has made changes to the format of the CET question paper for the LLB three-year and five-year courses

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Examination Cell has made changes to the format of the CET question paper for the LLB three-year and five-year courses. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Published on Jan 31, 2025 07:50 AM IST

GBS upends daily life along Pune’s Sinhagad Road

Growing concern has led to a decline in school attendance, as parents grow wary of potential risks, while housing societies in the area have stopped purchasing water from private water tankers due to fear of consuming contaminated water

Hundreds of private water tankers supply water daily to newly developed residential societies in these areas, where municipal water supply remains inadequate. Many societies rely on tanker water throughout the year, but the fear of GBS infection has prompted several of them to discontinue the service. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Jan 31, 2025 07:40 AM IST

School board exams: Visiting supervisors only at centres with past cheating cases

MSBSHSE has revised guidelines on supervisors and centre directors from other schools in the vicinity for SSC and HSC exams

MSBSHSE has revised guidelines on supervisors and centre directors from other schools in the vicinity for SSC and HSC exams. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Published on Jan 31, 2025 07:18 AM IST

No blank pages in Balbharati textbooks from next academic year

State school education department has issued ordinance rescinding the decision taken during the tenure of former education minister Deepak Kesarkar to include blank pages in Balbharati textbooks

State school education department has issued ordinance rescinding the decision taken during the tenure of former education minister Deepak Kesarkar to include blank pages in Balbharati textbooks. (HT FILE)
Published on Jan 30, 2025 08:36 AM IST

Maha Kumbh stampede: Punekars worry for kin in Prayagraj; trains return overcrowded from holy city

Passengers of the trains that originated from Pune and long-distance trains with stoppage in the city and reached Prayagraj in the last two days are facing difficulties to reach to the Maha Kumbh site because of huge crowd

Rescue personnel carry an injured devotee after a
Published on Jan 30, 2025 08:30 AM IST

Marathi cultural fest to be held from January 31 

Members of the organising committee, including Rajesh Pande, Bhaskar Bhattkar, Sunil Mahajan, Dr Satish Desai, Sunandan Lele, Anand Katikar and others informed about the event during a press meeting on Tuesday

The three-day conference will feature a feast of literary, cultural and educational programs. (Shutterstock)
Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:36 AM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) stages protest over MSRTC fare hike

Last week, the transport authority approved a 14.95 per cent hike in MSRTC bus fares that came into effect on January 25

The hike has led to sharp rise in travel costs, especially on routes like Konkan to Pune and Borivali. (HT PHOT)
Published on Jan 29, 2025 05:20 AM IST

Stuck in traffic, many Punekars miss flights

The commute to and from Pune airport has long been a pain point for passengers because of congested and narrow roads, bottlenecks, absence of speedways, inadequate public transportation, expensive and time-consuming travel, uncertainty of duration especially during peak hours

Pune airport has for a long time been one of India’s top 10 airports in terms of passenger traffic. Being aware of the city’s future air traffic growth potential, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) should have thought of teaming up with local elected representatives, municipal and state government authorities to create rapid transport infrastructure for speedy and economical commute to the airport from various parts of the city, says expert. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 09:00 AM IST

Akasa Air announces daily flights from Pune to Prayagraj via Delhi

Ever since the Maha Kumbh Mela began at Prayagraj on January 13, lakhs of devotees from across India and the world are pouring into Prayagraj. There is a heavy rush from Pune and western Maharashtra

Akasa Air has now announced daily flights from Pune to Prayagraj via Delhi with these flights operational from January 28 to February 28. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 08:54 AM IST

Teachers’ organisations oppose state board decision on ‘copy-free campaign’

As part of the state board’s ‘copy-free campaign’, it has been decided to transfer examination centre directors and examiners which seems to show a lack of trust in teachers

It has also been decided to appoint centre directors, supervisors and personnel associated with examinations for a particular exam centre from the teachers and staff of schools or higher secondary schools other than the institution to which the students appearing at that centre belong. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 08:24 AM IST

SPPU imposes 10 lakh fine on Abeda Inamdar College for 2016 Murud- Janjira drowning incident

Parents of the students had said the youngsters had not been warned about the high tide and going into the deep sea where they drowned

In February 2016, as many as 14 students drowned during a trip to MurudJanjira. (PTI FILE)
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 07:50 AM IST

Edu dept directs officers to shut down unauthorised schools in Maharashtra

State education department has issued stern directive to education officers across Maharashtra to shut down unauthorised schools before commencement of academic year 2025-26

State education department has issued stern directive to education officers across Maharashtra to shut down unauthorised schools before commencement of academic year 2025-26. (Getty Images/iStockphoto (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:38 AM IST

Pune-Mumbai Expressway alternative route ‘missing link’ nears completion

According to Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation officials, the route on Pune-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be opened to traffic by June this year

According to Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation officials, the route on Pune-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be opened to traffic by June this year. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:36 AM IST

Maha’s pilgrimage train schedule delayed due to Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj

While nine trains have been dispatched to various pilgrimage sites under the Maharashtra Mukhya Mantri Tirth Darshan Yojana, 13 trains planned for Ayodhya are now delayed, forcing senior citizens keen on visiting Lord Ram’s birthplace to wait longer

Most trains headed to north India are fully booked due to the ongoing Maha Kumbh and the railway ministry has introduced additional special trains from Maharashtra to Prayagraj. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:06 AM IST

15,719 PMPML bus breakdowns in 2024

Tyre or battery-related issues or more complex mechanical problems continue to disrupt daily operations, increasing the gap between the number of buses required and the number of buses actually available

Despite the promise of new buses, data reveals that the PMPML operates a fleet of around 1,800 buses but on any given day, 300 to 400 buses are out of service either due to maintenance or repairs. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 08:46 AM IST

Technical glitch in smart card irks MSRTC passengers

Smart cards were launched in March 2024 and many individuals have applied online for them but have not yet received them

Under the state government’s travel concession schemes, senior citizens aged 65 and above are offered a 50% discount while travelling in MSRTC buses (air-conditioned and sleeper). (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 08:42 AM IST

SPPU to launch postgraduate diploma in temple management  

Admissions for this course begin from February 2025 onwards and the first batch will commence in Nashik campus of Pune University from June 2025 onwards

The announcement in this regard was made on Wednesday. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 06:38 AM IST

Pune airport’s old terminal building to be demolished, redeveloped: Mohol 

Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol and Minister of State (MoS) for Civil Aviation and Cooperation made the announcement in the city on Tuesday

The remaining few operations at the old terminal building will also soon shift to the new terminal building. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 05:26 AM IST

SPPU to open book review portal for public soon

The process of uploading book reviews will involve 25 librarians from affiliated colleges, along with around 80 book review coordinators

The book review portal “brlibrary.unipune.ac.in” of Savitribai Phule Pune University’s (SPPU) Jayakar Knowledge Resource Centre will soon be open for public. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 06:54 AM IST

Pune railway division sees 1,757 chain-pulling, 57 stone-pelting incidents in 2024

Chain-pulling has become a persistent issue, often for reasons as trivial as passengers leaving their luggage outside, a family member stepping out for snacks or water, misplaced tickets, or even to accommodate latecomers

Whenever a chain-pulling instance occurs, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has to first locate the bogie where it took place and identify the individual responsible. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 06:52 AM IST

State Board to conduct ‘copy-free campaign’ ahead of class 10 & 12 board exams

Meanwhile, Gosavi has issued a circular detailing the actions to be taken on each day of the public awareness week

The circular also provides detailed information about the oath, model procedure for implementing the ‘copy-free campaign. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 06:12 AM IST

After Narayangaon accident, RTO cracks down on illegal passenger transport

The investigation has revealed rampant overloading of vehicles as well as operating without valid permits in Pune district

According to the state transport department, the RTO has formed four dedicated squads to carry out inspection on major city roads and highways around Pune. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 05:22 AM IST

Pune’s first ‘English Room’ inaugurated at Hadapsar school

The ‘English Room’, located at Madhavrao Sonba Tupe School in Hadapsar, is a vibrant, interactive learning space equipped with state-of-the-art tools such as smart TV and digital learning materials designed to make English learning engaging and effective

The room fosters innovative teaching methods, activity-based learning, and a curated collection of educational resources to provide students with a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 08:28 AM IST

Implement 10-point program effectively, says Bhuse

In a review meeting held on Friday in Shivajiangar at the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education office, Bhuse addressed issues under the jurisdiction of the School Education Commissionerate

Bhuse stressed launching an anti-cheating campaign by devising a strategy to prevent malpractice in secondary and higher secondary examinations. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 06:24 AM IST

Two-day employment fair from Jan 16

The employment fair will be inaugurated by Anuradha Oak, co-director, State Educational and Training Council

Students should participate in large numbers and take advantage of the initiative, said officials. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Jan 16, 2025 06:58 AM IST

Four new Amrit Bharat Express trains to start from Pune

Trials are underway to begin operations of Amrit Bharat Express on routes connecting Pune to four places in north India

Trials are underway to begin operations of Amrit Bharat Express on routes connecting Pune to four places in north India. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 08:40 AM IST
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