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CIAL deploys robotic assistance for passenger convenience and travel ease

Cochin International Airport has introduced a passenger assistance robot service. This robot offers directions and real-time flight information to travelers. It also showcases Kerala's rich cultural heritage and local artworks. Future plans include deploying more robots in check-in areas and for deliveries. Pune-based Kinetics Robotics developed this innovative assistance robot.

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Gym told members paying Rs 15,000 can train at any branch, denied access when moved to another city; franchise ordered to pay Rs 19,400

A gym member who paid Rs 15,500 expecting nationwide access to training was denied entry at a franchise branch in another city after relocating, with the parent company and franchise blaming each other over a failed transfer. The Ernakulam consumer commission ruled in his favour, ordering both to jointly pay…

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India's ABC Programme Promises to Control Stray Dog Populations, Here Is Where Sterilisation Fails

What the ABC Programme Actually MandatesThe Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, first notified in 2001 and significantly revised in 2023, require every municipal body in India to sterilise and vaccinate free-roaming dogs, return them to their original location, and maintain ward-level records. The programme does not permit culling, the Supreme…

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Paithan and the Paithani Loom: What a Weaving Town in Marathwada Shows You That a Showroom Cannot

The town that the sari forgot to mentionPaithan sits about 25 kilometres from Aurangabad, on the southern bank of the Godavari, and it does not announce itself. The road in is unremarkable. The market is the kind you pass through. But walk into the residential lanes behind the main bazaar…

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HC deprecates Pune-only alcohol ban during Ganesh festival, says blanket curbs impermissible

The Bombay High Court criticized Pune's alcohol ban during the Ganesh festival. Authorities were questioned why only Pune faced such restrictions while other regions did not. The court warned of judicial intervention if the arbitrary prohibition order was not withdrawn. It noted that a blanket ban on licensed traders was…

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Jackie Shroff’s 44,000-sq-ft Pune farmhouse has 700 plants, man-made lake with fish and ducks, farm animals, amphitheatre, swimming pool, jacuzzi, rustic kitchen and a ‘Titanic Spot’ viewing platform overlooking the countryside

Jackie Shroff farmhouse tour: The actor's expansive Pune farmhouse showcases his deep love for nature. The property features hundreds of plants, farm animals, and a serene man-made lake. A special Kadamba tree honors his mother, adding a personal touch to the estate. An amphitheater and a unique viewing platform offer…

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Why Do We Say “Ganpati Bappa Morya”? The Hidden Story

गणपति बप्पा मोरया One of the most popular chants among all the chants performed during Ganesh Chaturthi festival is ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya.’ This chant is sung by people when they welcome Lord Ganesha, take him for immersion, and sing in praise of him. But do you know what the word…

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Why Jefferies is bullish on Manipal Hospitals after its ₹9,000 crore acquisition spree

Manipal Hospitals’ acquisition-led expansion is entering a key phase, with Jefferies initiating coverage with a Buy rating and Rs 870 target. The brokerage expects strong earnings growth, driven by the turnaround of Sahyadri Hospitals, new bed additions, higher utilisation and operating leverage. However, execution risks at Sahyadri and intensifying competition…

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RWA Pet Bans in Indian Housing Societies: What Is Legal and What Residents' Rights Actually Cover

The notice on the lift door does not make it lawA Bengaluru apartment complex posted a circular last year banning all dogs above 10 kg from common areas. Residents who ignored it received written warnings. The warnings cited "society bye-laws" as authority. Those bye-laws had no legal standing to override…

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Why Keeping Cats Indoors in India Is Safer: Traffic, Disease and Injury Evidence

The Traffic Problem Is Worse Than You ThinkIndia does not have a reliable national database of pet road casualties, but veterinary clinic data from cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Pune tells a consistent story: cats presenting with traumatic injuries, fractured pelvis, internal bleeding, crushed limbs, are overwhelmingly outdoor animals hit…

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How to Set Up an Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesh Idol at Home Without Skipping a Single Ritual

Start With the Right Clay Idol, and Know What You Are Actually BuyingNot every idol sold as "eco-friendly" qualifies. The standard to look for is natural clay, shaadu mati (the grey riverbed clay used by Pune's traditional sculptors) or red terracotta clay. Both dissolve cleanly in water. What does not…

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Why Dowry Never Left Urban India, It Just Changed Its Name to Wedding Gifts

The vocabulary changed. The transfer didn't.Your cousin's wedding last winter probably had a list. Not a written one, nothing so honest. A list that lived in phone calls between mothers, in the careful silences after someone mentioned what the groom's family "usually expects," in the way your mausi counted the…

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Unreserved Travel on Indian Railways: What the General Coach Is Really Like and When It Makes Sense

What You Are Actually Buying With an Unreserved TicketAn unreserved ticket on Indian Railways gives you the right to board any general coach on the train listed on your ticket, and nothing else. No seat number. No berth. No guarantee of space. The fare is calculated at the lowest class…

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Corporate Health Checkup Packages Skip These Critical Screening Tests Every Indian Employee Needs

What the Standard Corporate Package Actually CoversMost employer-sponsored health checkup packages in India run on a template that has barely changed in two decades. A complete blood count, fasting blood sugar, lipid profile, liver function tests, a chest X-ray, and blood pressure measurement. Some add an ECG for employees over…

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Bank OTPs were sent to duplicate SIM card instead of real one, audit company loses Rs 79 lakh; Bank of India ordered to pay Rs 1.5 crore

An IT Act adjudicating authority has ordered Bank of India to pay Rs 64.44 lakh, which works out to nearly Rs 1.5 crore with 12% annual interest, to a Pune-based audit firm that lost close to Rs 79 lakh in a 2015 cyber fraud. The fraud followed the issuance of…

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Travelling Into Mumbai for Ganeshotsav: Trains, Road Closures and Where to Stay

Why Mumbai's Transport Grid Shifts Completely During GaneshotsavGaneshotsav does not just add crowds to Mumbai, it reorganises the city. The ten-day festival, anchored by massive public Ganesh installations called sarvajanik mandals, draws lakhs of visitors from Maharashtra and beyond, and the municipal corporation responds by closing or restricting vehicle movement…

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 Date: Sthapana Muhurat & Puja Vidhi

कर्पूरगौरं करुणावतारं संसारसारं भुजगेन्द्रहारम्। सदा वसन्तं हृदयारविन्दे भवं भवानीसहितं नमामि॥ The date for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 falls on Monday, September 14. This is the day when the avatar of Lord Ganesha happens and he is prayed to prior to doing any work. Some rituals that take place in the period…

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MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; NCP (SP), Cong leaders back agitation

MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and action against alleged paper leaks. They called for the resignation of the MPSC chairman and secretary. Protesters sought an inquiry into the Drug Inspector exam and evaluation errors. They also demanded a forensic audit of examinations and public disclosure of reports.

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Vande Bharat vs Flight on India's Busiest Corridors: The Real Door-to-Door Cost

Why the Ticket Price Is the Wrong Number to CompareA Delhi-Mumbai flight listed at ₹3,500 sounds like a clear win over a Vande Bharat fare of ₹1,600. It isn't, once you do the full accounting. The flight fare excludes the cab to IGI Terminal 2 from central Delhi (₹600 to…

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Inside Pen, Raigad: The Workshop Town That Moulds Mumbai's Ganpati Idols by Hand

The town before the season finds itPen does not announce itself. Arriving by road from Mumbai, about two hours through the Khopoli exit on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, then a state highway that narrows as it goes, you pass rice fields and small dhabas before the first workshop appears on your…

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Road Tripping With a Toddler in India: Route Choices, Break Timings and Packing That Prevents Meltdowns

Pick the Route Before You Pick the DestinationThe biggest mistake families make is choosing where to go and then figuring out how to get there with a toddler. Reverse that. The route is the decision.For children under three, cap driving time at four hours per day, split across two legs.…

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The Ashtavinayak Yatra: Why the Eight Ganesha Temples of Maharashtra Must Be Visited in Order

It begins at Morgaon, and that is not an accidentThe first temple of the Ashtavinayak circuit is Shri Mayureshwar at Morgaon, about 65 kilometres from Pune. Mayureshwar, Ganesha mounted on a peacock, is both the start and the end of the yatra. Every pilgrim returns here after visiting all eight…

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Singer Vishal Dadlani lives in a luxurious Pune farmhouse with scenic views, pool, music studio and Michael Jackson poster ‘almost the price of his house’

Director Farah Khan recently explored the stunning farmhouse of Vishal Dadlani located near Pune. This impressive white duplex is surrounded by vibrant greenery, a serene lake, and the breathtaking hills of Pune. Inside, the design harmoniously blends modernity with rustic charm, featuring expansive glass windows. Among its highlights is a…

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Govt eyes to make Pune, its metropolitan region one of most sought-after areas in 2 years: Fadnavis

Maharashtra's Chief Minister unveiled a vibrant plan for Pune's transformation. This initiative aims to enhance urban infrastructure over the next two years. The government will finance and implement this comprehensive development strategy. Mobility improvements and new metro operations are also planned for the region. Pune is targeted to become a…

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SPML Infra's proprietary 104.4 kWh BESS battery pack clears key global certification tests

SPML Infra has successfully acquired important international safety certifications for its proprietary battery pack, marking a pivotal step toward the commercial rollout of their energy storage systems. The company is setting up manufacturing and integration operations in Pune, Maharashtra, with ambitions to create a comprehensive energy storage platform in India,…

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