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Copper prices maintain strong upward momentum, driven by easing U.S.-Iran geopolitical tensions, declining exchange inventories, and robust Chinese industrial demand. Domestic futures hold above key technical levels at ₹1,336.6/kg, while physical spot prices in industrial hubs like Delhi NCR and Bhiwandi reflect firm buying interest.

The civic body initiated a 25-year water purification master plan to modernise ageing facilities, expand treatment capacity, and ensure safe drinking water amidst the growing urban population.

Pune Metro Line 3's initial 13-kilometre elevated section has secured statutory safety certification, bringing commercial passenger services closer and boosting sustainable urban mobility between Hinjewadi and central districts.

Maharashtra initiated planning for an underground road network featuring key alignments, alongside the 43.6-km HCMTR and 83-km Inner Ring Road projects, to reduce traffic congestion and boost urban mobility.

Pune Municipal Corporation has taken over town planning schemes for 23 newly integrated villages from PMRDA to streamline infrastructure delivery, reduce delays, and improve urban expansion coordination.

Monsoon disruptions caused an estimated revenue loss of ?2.5 crore for MSRTC in Pune during July, as heavy rains and landslides forced bus cancellations and diverted intercity routes.

BWSSB plans long-term Sanchari Cauvery agreements to improve water security, distribution reliability, and sustainable management amidst Bengaluru's rapid urban growth and climate challenges.

During the Pune Wari pilgrimage, a collaborative plastic waste management campaign recovered several tonnes of recyclable materials through volunteer clean-up operations and public awareness drives.

Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road modernisation plans introduce smart bus stops, dedicated gig worker hubs, and enhanced multimodal connectivity to improve public transport and urban mobility.

Bengaluru joined Mercedes-Benz's global 140th anniversary tour, highlighting its rise as a key hub for automotive engineering, research, technology, and sustainable mobility innovation in India.