A 23-year-old Baramati woman died under suspicious circumstances, leading police to register a case against Atharva Rajendra Mehan following a complaint from her mother. The family has alleged that the woman had expressed concerns about being given tablets before an intended physical relationship. Police are investigating the allegations, medical findings and circumstances surrounding her death.
A 25-year-old police recruitment aspirant was found dead at her rented home in Alephata, Junnar. Her sister has accused a coaching academy teacher of repeatedly humiliating and mentally harassing her. Police have registered a case and are investigating the allegations and circumstances surrounding her death.
Australia is set to begin a targeted H5N1 vaccination programme for vulnerable native birds, with around A$2 million worth of vaccines secured. More than 230 bird flu cases have been detected since the first Australian case in June, while wildlife deaths have already been reported. Authorities are prioritising species at the greatest risk as they monitor the spread of the virus.
England is moving closer to eliminating hepatitis C, with more than 100,000 people diagnosed and treated since 2015. Treatment coverage has crossed the 80% target, while hepatitis C-related deaths have fallen by around 36%. However, health authorities still need to identify more undiagnosed cases and further reduce mortality before the 2030 elimination goal.
A Porter Airlines flight from Victoria to Toronto was cancelled after a young child reportedly refused to wear a seat belt before take-off. The crew returned the aircraft to the terminal after attempts to resolve the issue failed. Since the runway closed later that night, passengers were rebooked on a flight the following day. The incident has sparked discussion about child behaviour, parental responsibility and strict airline safety rules.
Mumbai is gearing up for the festival season with food safety inspections, Ganeshotsav 2026 preparations and heightened security ahead of Independence Day. Authorities are scrutinising eateries for hygiene violations while civic agencies prepare for idol immersion, traffic management and crowd safety. Security agencies are also expected to increase vigilance at crowded and sensitive locations across the city.
A 38-year-old Pune nurse allegedly lost ₹4.09 lakh after cyber fraudsters used a deepfake video of late industrialist Ratan Tata to promote a fake investment scheme on Instagram. The victim made 11 online transactions after being shown fake investment profits but was later asked to pay more money to withdraw her funds. Pune Cyber Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation.
Pune Traffic Police have announced major diversions on August 11 due to a Tiranga Rally on Fergusson College Road (FC Road). Restrictions will begin from 2 PM and affect the stretch between Lalit Mahal Hotel Chowk and Garware Chowk, along with nearby junctions. Commuters have been advised to use alternate routes and expect delays. Emergency vehicles will be exempt from the restrictions.
Pune Metro 3's Shivajinagar-Hinjawadi corridor is facing further delays despite receiving CMRS safety clearance for its first 12-km stretch around two weeks ago. PMRDA and Pune IT City Metro have yet to announce a confirmed launch date.
The delay is longer than several other Pune Metro routes that began services shortly after receiving safety approval. Meanwhile, the complete 23-station corridor could face an extension until March 31, 2027, with all stations targeted for operation by December 2026.
The project is crucial for Hinjawadi IT employees and daily commuters, who are awaiting an alternative to Pune's congested roads.
A retired automobile company employee from Karvenagar, Pune, allegedly lost ₹4.43 lakh after cybercriminals posed as officials helping him correct an SIR application. The fraudsters sent him a fake link, convinced him to install remote-access software and obtained access to sensitive information. Police suspect the accused then used his banking details to transfer money from his account. Alankar Police are investigating the case.
Student protests in Jharkhand intensified on August 10 as job aspirants breached police barricades and marched towards the State Assembly over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Police responded with tear gas, water cannons and lathi-charge.
JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been on a nine-day hunger strike and reportedly lost 10.5 kg, joined the protest. The Jharkhand government has agreed to cancel the 14th JPSC Preliminary Examination and backlog exams held in 2023 and 2025, but students continue to demand a CBI probe into alleged JSSC-CGL irregularities.
Protest groups are also seeking cancellation of exams linked to TSR Data Processing Private Limited, which they allege is a blacklisted agency. Despite assurances from Chief Minister Hemant Soren, the agitation continues.
A 24-year-old former law clerk in Bandra East, Mumbai, died by suicide on August 6 after jumping from his 13th-floor apartment. The victim had been experiencing severe stress and depression stemming from alleged threats made by his ex-girlfriend—whom he met while studying in Bengaluru—and her older sister, who threatened to frame him in a false police case. After his friends revealed the harassment to his mother, the young man admitted to the threats before locking himself in his bedroom and jumping from the window. Following a complaint from the victim's mother, Mumbai police registered a case of abetment to suicide against both women, and an investigation is currently underway.
India brought its overall medal count to three at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, powered by landmark performances in field events. Nineteen-year-old Basant Kumar Meghwal from Anupgarh, Rajasthan, created history by becoming the first Indian high jumper to win a medal at the tournament, securing a silver with a personal-best clearance of 2.21 meters after a countback tiebreak. In the long jump, eighteen-year-old Shahnavaz Khan added a bronze medal with a top leap of 7.84 meters on his third attempt. These two podium finishes joined Ashish Yadav’s earlier silver medal in the men's javelin throw to complete an impressive campaign for Team India.
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A special POCSO court in Pimpri-Chinchwad has sentenced a 33-year-old labourer to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for attempting to rape a 12-year-old girl in 2020. The court also imposed a ₹25,000 fine and found the prosecution's evidence, including the victim's testimony and supporting records, convincing. The court further recommended that the victim be considered for compensation under the applicable legal provisions.
Assam's flood situation remains serious, with 98 deaths reported and more than 1.55 lakh people affected across 13 districts. Golaghat is the worst-hit area. The state government will conduct a door-to-door damage assessment in four severely affected districts to plan financial assistance and long-term rehabilitation.
A 23-year-old man was allegedly killed with an iron rod and a young woman was critically injured in a violent attack at a hostel in Pune's Hinjawadi area. Police suspect the incident may have been triggered by a personal dispute linked to a suspected love triangle. The accused, identified as Dinesh Mahadev Jhambare, was arrested within hours while allegedly trying to flee towards Pandharpur. Police have launched a detailed investigation to determine the exact motive behind the crime.
A 28-year-old woman from Nagpur has alleged that she was trafficked to Portugal after being promised a supermarket job abroad by a Pune-based placement agency. She claimed that she paid ₹11 lakh for the job opportunity but was allegedly sold to a beer shop owner and forced into exploitation. The Viman Nagar Police have registered a case against seven accused, including placement agents from Pune and individuals
Pune Police have booked 210 youngsters in the past month for allegedly consuming drugs such as marijuana and mephedrone. Instead of focusing solely on punishment, authorities are encouraging rehabilitation by giving offenders the option of attending de-addiction centres through court orders. Police are also using the investigations to identify drug suppliers and intensify action against narcotics networks.
The Maharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of five food establishments in the Pune division after inspections uncovered serious hygiene and food safety violations. The affected outlets are located in Kurundwad, Shivare and Warje. Authorities said the action was taken to protect public health and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The FDA has also announced continued surprise inspections across the region and warned that businesses violating hygiene norms could face strict penalties.
The FDA has sealed Amol Dudh Dairy in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after uncovering an alleged racket involving fake cow ghee and analogue paneer. Officials seized nearly 950 kg of adulterated products worth ₹3.12 lakh and found refined soybean oil allegedly being used in production. The investigation also led to raids at three Laxmi Dairy retail outlets, where ghee samples and stock were seized. The dairy's manufacturing licence has been suspended while further investigation continues.
Police recovered dismembered human remains from a red trolley bag aboard the Tamil Nadu Express after passengers reported a foul smell and blood leakage. The body, believed to be around a week old, was found in the train's general coach after it reached Agra Cantt Railway Station. Investigators are examining CCTV footage, conducting forensic tests, and following leads linked to Chennai as they work to identify the victim and uncover those behind the crime.
The Maharashtra government has imposed a one-year ban on the manufacture, sale, storage and distribution of analogue paneer after widespread food safety violations were uncovered. A year-long FDA inspection found that many food establishments were serving non-dairy analogue paneer as regular dairy paneer without informing customers, with over 35% of tested samples failing to meet safety standards. Authorities have warned that violators could face strict penalties, including life imprisonment and fines of up to ₹10 lakh in severe cases. Maharashtra is the second state after Chhattisgarh to enforce such a ban to protect consumer health and ensure transparency in the food industry.
A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage is expected to make an accidental impact on the Moon after drifting in space since its January 2025 launch. The four-ton rocket section is set to strike near Einstein Crater at around 8,690 km/h, creating a plume of lunar dust that could provide scientists with valuable research data. While the impact poses no risk to Earth, it highlights the growing challenge of space debris. NASA and SpaceX are now exploring ways to prevent similar incidents as future lunar missions, including the Artemis program, move forward.
Pune Mayor Manjusha Nagpure has demanded an increase in the city’s annual water quota to 25 TMC amid rising demand. She also proposed desilting four major dams—Khadakwasla, Varasgaon, Panshet, and Temghar—to improve water storage. The meeting with the state water resources minister also covered river conservation and infrastructure issues.
The costume designs of ‘Ramayana’ have sparked debate on social media, with viewers questioning Sai Pallavi’s Sita look and trolling Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi appearance. Responding to the criticism, costume designers Rimple and Harpreet Narula said they expected mixed reactions and explained that every design choice was made after careful research and creative interpretation. Rimple said Sita’s look was inspired by cultural and spiritual representations rather than only historical references, while Harpreet explained the symbolic meaning behind Kaikeyi’s costume colours. The designers urged audiences to watch the film before judging the creative decisions.
Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal defended the party's controversial "Gungi Gudiya" remark about Sunetra Pawar, saying it was meant to criticize her silence on key public issues, not insult her. He urged her to take a more active public role by addressing matters such as the Finance Ministry, farmers' loan waivers, smart meters, and the Ajit Pawar accident. Sapkal also criticized the NCP, alleging it was under BJP's influence, while announcing a three-day mourning period following the death of former Governor D. Y. Patil.