Pune City Life

January 1677: Karnataka, Miyana brothers and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj 🗡️ We heard the news that Karnataka administration had removed the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the night of 16th August. It pained us so much. But we thought rather than showing anger, we must tell our people from Karnataka some historical facts, because after all We Are One! 🇮🇳 ⚔️ Battle of Koppal ⚔️ In the 1670s, Koppal province of Karnataka was under the rule of Adilshah’s general Abdul Rahimkhan Miyana and his brother Hussain Miyana. Both brothers committed atrocities against the people. When the people of Karnataka learnt about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's bravery, they sent fervent appeals to Maharaj to rescue them from the atrocities handed to them by the Miana brothers. Maharaj then sent his Sarsenapati Hambirrao. In Yelburga, on January 1677, both armies collided. Hambirrao and Dhanaji Jadhav showed incomparable valor in this battle. More than half of Adilshah’s army was killed in this battle. Hambirrao killed Abdul Miyana and imprisoned Hussain Miyana. During this battle Nagoji Jedhe lost his life while fighting for the people of Koppal, he was in his teens! It is sad that some people of Karnataka have forgotten this history. This is why Indian history must be taught in schools. Indian history is a constant reminder of the fact that WE ARE ONE since ages. 🇮🇳 More about Sarsenapati Hambirrao and the battle: tinyurl.com/mtn37sbv

🚨 Constable Rams Car Into Police Commissioner's Bungalow Gate! In a shocking incident, a 42-year-old Pune Police constable allegedly rammed his car into Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar's official bungalow gate on yesterday evening. Here's what makes the incident even more serious: 🔹 He was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. 🔹 He allegedly tried to run over security personnel guarding the premises. 🔹 He has been booked for attempted murder. 🔹 He was suspended in 2025 and reinstated in 2026. #Pune #PunePolice #PuneNews

Every time a new Pune Metro line opens, we can't help but remember this legendary Puneri Kaka! 😂🚇 No premature opinions. No fake five-star ratings. Kaka believes in experiencing the service before reviewing it! 💀

✈️ Curiosity at 30,000 feet? A dangerous move! A Pune-bound IndiGo flight (6E6884) faced a mid-air scare after a passenger allegedly tampered with the protective cover of an emergency exit lever shortly after take-off from Delhi. 🚨 The action triggered an alarm and caused concern onboard. The flight landed safely in Pune around 2 AM. Police have registered a case against the passenger under BNS and the Aircraft Act. Further investigation is underway. According to the passenger, he touched the protective cover out of curiosity, claiming he did not know it was connected to the emergency exit mechanism. An aircraft's emergency exit is NOT something to experiment with! One careless act can put hundreds of lives at risk. Pune Airport Police have sent a strong reminder about aviation safety. #Pune #IndiGo #FlightSafety #PuneNews

This wasn’t just another metro line Pune was waiting for. It was a lifeline that Punekars desperately needed. For thousands who have spent years battling traffic, losing precious hours of their lives on the roads, this is more than connectivity, it’s a long-overdue sigh of relief. Pune needed this. Punekars will cherish this. 🩷 #PuneMetro

🚇 PUNE, HERE IS THE PINK LINE TIMETABLE! 💗 Hinjawadi to the heart of Pune just got a whole lot easier! The Pune Metro Pink Line (Maan–Hinjawadi–District Court) opens for passenger services tomorrow, 4 November! 📍 23.3 km corridor ⏱️ Just 45 minutes from Maan to District Court 🚆 First train: 6 AM 🌙 Last train: 10:30 PM from Maan ⚡ Every 5.5 minutes during peak hours! A big boost for IT professionals, daily commuters and thousands travelling between Hinjawadi and central Pune. #PuneMetro #PuneriMetro #PunePinkLine #Pune

🚨🚌 PUNE PASSENGERS, DON'T PAY EXTRA THIS DIWALI! Private bus operators cannot charge you whatever they wish during the festive rush. Pune RTO has inspected 250 buses and has already taken action against 20 operators for fare violations. Know your rights: 🔹 Maximum fare = 1.5 times the corresponding MSRTC fare. 🔹 Overcharging? Complain on WhatsApp: 8275330101 🔹 Send your name, mobile number & ticket photo. 🔹 Enforcement drive continues till November 20. Operators violating the rules face legal action. Don't stay silent. Keep your ticket. Report overcharging. Share this information with fellow Pune travellers! #Pune #PuneNews #PuneRTO

🚡 SARASBAUG TO PARVATI HILL IN JUST 2.5 MINUTES? PUNE'S ROPEWAY PROJECT MOVES A STEP CLOSER! PMC's Standing Committee has approved the appointment of a Project Management Consultant for the proposed Sarasbaug–Parvati Hill ropeway. 🌆 What Punekars should know: • 750-metre ropeway connecting Peshwe Park to Parvati Hill. • 5 towers and 22 eight-seater cabins. • Proposed capacity: 1,500 passengers per hour. • Travel time: Just 2.5 minutes! • PMC has allocated ₹1 crore in its 2026–27 budget. Will this make Parvati Hill more accessible, especially for senior citizens and tourists? Or will project cost, ticket prices and environmental impact become the bigger questions? Pune's iconic hill may be heading for a modern makeover! #Pune #ParvatiHill #Sarasbaug #PuneInfrastructure

🚇 PUNE, THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER! The much awaited Hinjewadi –Shivajinagar Metro (Pink Line) begins passenger services on November 4 at 6 AM, following its inauguration by PM Modi on November 3. Here's what Punekars needs to know: 🔹 23.2 km corridor connecting Hinjewadi IT Park to Shivajinagar. 🔹 17 of 23 stations opening initially. 🔹 Metro every 6 minutes during peak hours. 🔹 Interchange with existing Metro Lines 1 & 2 at District Court. 🔹 Proposed fares: ₹12 to ₹62. 🔹 Last-mile connectivity through buses, autos, cabs and e-bikes. 🔹 Expected to benefit 2–2.5 lakh commuters daily. The maximum fare is said to be ₹62, against ₹35 on the existing Pune Metro. #PuneMetro #HinjewadiMetro #Pune

Pune University Postpones Exams Scheduled to be held on 31st Oct SPPU has postponed all examinations scheduled for today, following President’s visit to Nashik for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela flag-hoisting ceremony. Anticipating heavy traffic congestion and travel disruptions, the Nashik Municipal Commissioner alerted the university, prompting the decision. New exam date: November 26

🚨 PUNE WATER ALERT: Of the 13.5 TMC water allocated to Pune, 6.35 TMC has already been consumed? Pune’s water situation calls for urgent attention. Here are three major developments every citizen should know: 🔹 ₹10,000 fine: PMC plans strict penalties for wasting drinking water, including misuse for car washing, swimming pools, gardens and construction. Repeat violations may invite legal action. 🔹 24×7 Control Rooms: Mayor has directed all 15 ward offices to set up round-the-clock water control rooms, with helplines and WhatsApp facilities. Leakage and tanker complaints must be addressed within 24 hours. 🔹 Alternate-day supply? Of the 13.5 TMC water allocated to Pune, 6.35 TMC has already been consumed. This has raised concerns over possible alternate-day water supply after Diwali. 💧 The message is clear: Punekars must conserve every drop. Water is precious, and responsible usage is everyone's responsibility!

Big relief! 🚇 🚨 PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate Pune Metro Line 3 virtually on November 3, 2026. The Hinjewadi –Shivajinagar corridor is expected to open with 17 of its 23 stations. The 23.3-km elevated corridor connects Hinjewadi’s IT hub with Shivajinagar. The event is planned at Balewadi Stadium with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expected to attend.

🚨 Pune: Class IX Student Stabbed at School A 14-year-old boy allegedly stabbed a girl outside a classroom at a Balewadi school, injuring her face and chest. Police suspect a social media video of girls students dancing during a picnic to be dispute. indianexpress.com/article/ci…