Pune, known as Poona until 1978, is the second-largest city in the state of Maharashtra. It has been ranked as the ‘most livable city in India’. Situated 560 metres (1,837 feet) above sea level on the Deccan plateau on the right bank of the Mutha river, Pune is also the administrative headquarters of its namesake district. In the 18th century, the city was the seat of the Peshwas, the prime ministers of the Maratha Empire and one of the most important political centres on the Indian subcontinent. Historical landmarks include Lal Mahal, the Kasba Ganapati temple and Shaniwar Wada. Major historical events involving the city include the Mughal–Maratha Wars and the Anglo-Maratha Wars.
Pune lies on the western margin of the Deccan plateau, at an altitude of 560 m (1,840 ft) above sea level. It is on the leeward side of the Sahyadri mountain range, which forms a barrier from the Arabian Sea. It is a hilly city, with Vetal Hill rising to 800 m (2,600 ft) above sea level.
After Indian independence from the British in 1947, Pune saw enormous growth transforming it into a modern metropolis. Marathi is the official and most spoken language. Pune is widely regarded as the second major ‘IT hub of India’ and the top ‘automobile and manufacturing hub of India’.
The death of 31-year-old former Miss Pune, Twisha Sharma, in Bhopal has triggered allegations of dowry harassment and investigative lapses. Found dead five months after marrying lawyer Samarth Singh, her family alleges physical abuse and a forced pregnancy termination.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested chemistry lecturer PV Kulkarni in Pune, identifying him as the alleged kingpin behind the NEET UG paper leak that led to the cancellation of the 2026 entrance examination.
In a dramatic turn in the excise policy case, Delhi High Court judge Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma on Thursday recused herself from the case after initiating criminal contempt proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal and other AAP leaders over remarks targeting the court.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the alleged kingpin of the NEET undergraduate paper leak case in Pune.
The big focus of this episode of 5 Live is on the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. As the CBI probe into the NEET paper leak case widens, more and more questions are mounting.
Days after emerging as the single largest party, Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar staked claim to form a government in the state.
The price of commercial LPG was hiked by the steepest ever Rs 993 per 19-kg cylinder on Friday due to rising global energy prices linked to the West Asia conflict.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the thirteen-kilometer missing link on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. This newly inaugurated bridge and route, which passes through the Ghats of Maharashtra, is expected to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Pune by half an hour.
In Odisha’s Keonjhar district, a daily wage labourer carried his sister's skeletal remains to a rural bank to claim her savings after being denied access without a death certificate.
Fresh firing by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been reported in Canada, with visuals of the incident posted on social media. Shooters identified as Arzu and Tyson opened fire on what is believed to be a drug mafia's house, with the entire incident caught on camera.
The big talking point of this episode of News Today is the death of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra, who was killed in a road accident on February 3 in Delhi's Dwarka after his bike was hit head-on by a Scorpio allegedly being driven by a 17-year-old.
Four more persons arrested from the Haryana-Rajasthan border in connection with the Rohit Shetty firing case have been brought to Mumbai.
This episode of Postmortem examines the disturbing pattern of high-profile hit-and-run cases in India involving the wealthy and powerful. The narrative details the February 2024 Kanpur Lamborghini crash involving Shivam Mishra, son of a tobacco tycoon, where allegations of driver swapping and police negligence surfaced.
Nationalist Congress Party (SP) chief Sharad Pawar has been admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune after complaining of a throat infection, fever, and cough.
The battle between the Modi government and the opposition has been intensifying in Parliament with each passing day.
Here's the drone visuals of the massive traffic jam on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, which has hit vehicular movement for over 24 hours after a gas tanker overturned in the hilly Khandala Ghat section.
On this Special Report, editor Sahil Joshi provides an exclusive chronology of the political shift in Maharashtra following the sudden demise of Ajit Pawar. Joshi notes that the decision to elevate Sunetra Pawar to Deputy Chief Minister was unique because 'This is the first time the decision happened outside the family' circle, involving top NCP leaders like Praful Patel and Chagan Bhujbal before being conveyed to the Pawar family. The discussion explores whether Sunetra Pawar, a political newcomer, can successfully navigate the administrative challenges of the role and maintain the NCP's influence alongside a powerful Chief Minister like Devendra Fadnavis. The programme also examines the potential for a merger between the two NCP factions and the strategic role of the BJP in this transition. Analysts weigh in on the historical precedents of spouses taking over political legacies and the specific hurdles Sunetra Pawar faces in holding the party together amidst an existential crisis.
This news report covers the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislative meeting in Mumbai, where Sunetra Pawar was unanimously elected as the CLP leader. Following the proposal by Dilip Walse Patil and support from top leaders like Chhagan Bhujbal, she is set to become Maharashtra's first woman Deputy Chief Minister. The reporter notes, 'Sunetra Pawar is set to take oath as the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister' at 5 PM today. The transition follows her resignation as a Member of Parliament. While the Ajit Pawar faction solidifies its leadership, questions regarding a potential merger between the two NCP factions remain unanswered. The swearing-in ceremony at Lok Bhavan is expected to be a concise event attended by major political figures. Meanwhile, Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule are reportedly holding a separate meeting in Pune. The broadcast highlights Sunetra Pawar's new role in leading the faction forward, marking a significant shift in the state's political landscape.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the major political transition in Maharashtra following the demise of Ajit Pawar. Sunetra Pawar has been unanimously chosen as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Congress Legislative Party (CLP) leader during a meeting in Mumbai. The proposal for her leadership was moved by Chhagan Bhujbal and received full support from the faction. Sunetra Pawar is set to become the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, with her swearing-in ceremony scheduled for 5 PM today. She will take over portfolios previously held by her husband, including State Excise and Sports, while the Finance portfolio remains with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for the interim period. The broadcast highlights that 'Sunetra Pawar will now lead the way forward when it comes to the Ajit Pawar faction of the NCP' as the party seeks a smooth transition and continuity. Meanwhile, merger talks and meetings led by Sharad Pawar in Pune continue to shape the future of the NCP.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the dramatic developments within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) following the reported demise of Ajit Pawar. Reporter Omkar Bhave provides an exclusive 'inside scoop' regarding a January 17 meeting held at Sharad Pawar’s residence, Govind Bagh, in Baramati. During this meeting, it was revealed that 'Ajit Pawar was completely keen for the merger' and had personally initiated the plan to unify the two NCP factions. The merger was reportedly finalised for February 12, following the Pune Zila Parishad elections. However, the current political landscape has shifted significantly. Sharad Pawar clarified that he was unaware of Sunetra Pawar’s potential elevation to Deputy Chief Minister, noting that decisions are being made by Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare. A high-level meeting is currently underway in Baramati involving Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Yugendra Pawar to discuss the future of the party and Maharashtra politics amidst these contradictory developments.
