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Controversial Tonsuring Ritual in Roti Village Under Scrutiny

State Women’s Commission Directs Stringent Action Against Inhumane Practice Pune : The historic village of Roti in Daund Taluka, situated along the Jagadguru Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Highway, has come under intense legal scrutiny due to a centuries-old ritual. At the local Shri Rotmalnath Temple, a traditional practice known as ‘Javal’ dictates that if a…

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Jadhavar Group of Institutes to Host 7th State-Level ‘Jadhavar Science Festival’

Pune : The Principal Dr. Sudhakarrao Jadhavar College of Arts, Commerce and Science, along with the Jadhavar Institute of Management and Technology and the Institute of Nursing, will organize the seventh annual Jadhavar Science Festival. This state-level event is being conducted in collaboration with the Board of Students’ Development at Savitribai Phule Pune University. Adv….

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Illegal Dumping on Main Road Sparks Health Concerns in Saswad

Residents of Mauli and Venkateshwara Societies Frustrated by Rising Filth PUNE: The main road near Jaydeep Mangal Karyalaya has turned into a dumping ground, causing severe distress to local residents and commuters. The stretch connecting Jaydeep Mangal Karyalaya to the Saswad-Pune road, which passes between Mauli Society and Venkateshwara Society, is being frequently used by…

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malthan road

Corruption Allegations Surface Over Cement Road Construction in Daund

Villagers Demand Action Against Contractor Pune: Serious allegations of irregularities and corruption have emerged regarding the recently constructed cement roads in the Malthan and Rajegaon border areas of eastern Daund. Local residents have labeled the construction as extremely poor in quality, leading to growing demands for an investigation into the contractor and overseeing officials.While MLA…

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Road Department Demolishes Illegal Structures on National Highway 65

Massive Anti-Encroachment Operation Hits Businesses on Pune-Solapur Road

Pune: The Road Development Department launched a major anti-encroachment drive on the Pune-Solapur National Highway within the Bhandgaon limits on Tuesday, December 23. Using heavy machinery and backed by a massive police force, authorities cleared illegal structures situated within the 60-meter highway boundary to facilitate the construction of a newly sanctioned flyover. The operation was…

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Awareness Program in Dorlewadi: Students Educated on Consumer Rights and Cyber Security

Baramati (Dorlewadi): In a proactive move to safeguard the younger generation against digital threats, an awareness campaign focusing on consumer rights and cyber fraud was successfully conducted at the New English School, Dorlewadi. The initiative, jointly organized by the Bhumiputra Social Foundation and the Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat, has received widespread acclaim from the local…

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The Vanishing Vineyards: Nimgaon Ketki’s Betel Leaf Heritage Under Threat

The Decline of a Century-Old Local Economy and Cultural Identity In the heart of Indapur Taluka, the village of Nimgaon Ketki is facing a quiet crisis that threatens to erase a significant chapter of Maharashtra’s agricultural history. Long celebrated for its high-quality betel leaves (Vidya cha Paan), the village has historically functioned as a vital…

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Adulterated ‘Bhandara’ Crisis Threatens Safety and Sanctity of Jejuri

Pune : The long-standing issue of adulterated Bhandara in Jejuri has reached a critical boiling point. Following a dangerous incident at the historic main entrance of the fort, the Food and Drug Administration has finally been forced into action. On Monday night, a specialized team including Food Safety Officers Kranti Baravkar, Razia Sheikh, Laxmikant Sable,…

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