A juvenile accused in the fatal Porsche crash in Pune, which killed two IT professionals, has submitted a 300-word essay on road safety as per his bail conditions. The case has sparked outrage and a political debate over the leniency shown to the accused and the effectiveness of the punishment.
The father and grandfather of the teen accused in the Pune Porsche crash have been granted bail in the case of kidnapping and wrongful confinement of the family driver. However, they remain in custody for separate cases related to tampering with evidence and coercion. The teen, who was released from observation home on June 25, is accused of driving under the influence and causing the fatal accident.
Health officials in Pune, India, have reported six cases of Zika virus infection, including two pregnant women. The pregnant women are in stable condition and asymptomatic. The Zika virus can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women, potentially leading to microcephaly in their babies.
Ukiyo, the acclaimed modern Japanese restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, introduces its latest culinary creation, Taste of Ukiyo 4.0. This innovative menu, crafted by Chef Mayyur, Director of Culinary, features a captivating blend of traditional Japanese flavors and modern culinary techniques. The dishes showcase bold, creative presentations and utilize top seasonal ingredients, offering a truly unique dining experience.
Two cases of Zika virus infection have been reported in Pune, Maharashtra, marking the first instances of the virus in the city this year. A 46-year-old doctor and his teenage daughter tested positive for the virus. The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has taken precautionary measures, including fumigation, to prevent the spread of the virus and issued an advisory to citizens to keep their surroundings clean.
A video showing youngsters allegedly consuming drugs in a Pune hotel has gone viral, triggering outrage and political accusations. The incident comes amid an ongoing drug controversy in the city, with opposition leaders questioning the government’s commitment to law and order.
A Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus crashed into a tree near Sahajpur Phata in Yavat village, Pune district, injuring around 25 passengers. Three to four passengers sustained serious injuries and were rushed to a hospital.
Heavy pre-monsoon rains lashed Pune on Saturday, June 8, leading to flooding in several areas and causing traffic disruptions. The downpour, which began around 5 pm, uprooted trees at 15 locations in the city. Waterlogging was reported in various parts of Pune, including Sinhagad Road’s Pashan, where water accumulated on the ground floor of a building. Traffic was disrupted on major roads such as Deccan Gymkhana, Jungli Maharaj Road, Karve Road, Nagar Road, Dhanori, Vimannagar, Solapur, and Satara Road. Residents took to social media to share videos of the flooding and waterlogging, expressing concerns about the lack of infrastructure to handle heavy rains. The Shivaji Nagar and Pashan areas recorded 67.4 mm and 56.8 mm of rainfall, respectively, on Saturday.
Pre-monsoon showers have arrived in Mumbai and Pune, offering respite from the sweltering heat but also causing waterlogging and power outages in some areas. Despite the inconvenience, some residents have found joy in the situation, like a man in Pune who was captured on video surfing through the rainwater-filled streets. The video has gone viral, with netizens commenting on the man’s surfing skills and the humorous nature of the situation.
Authorities have filed charges against the father, grandfather, and others in two separate cases related to the suicide of a businessman’s son and a fatal Porsche car crash involving a juvenile. In the suicide abetment case, the victim’s father alleged harassment by a moneylender, leading to his son’s death. In the car crash case, the juvenile’s father and grandfather are accused of swapping blood samples to conceal their son’s involvement in the accident.
