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Pune faces a severe environmental and safety crisis with 7 lakh illegal, over-15-year-old vehicles on its roads. This non-compliance, affecting 1 in 6 vehicles, significantly contributes to pollution and accident risks, yet authorities fail to act.

Pune Metro launched feeder buses every fifteen minutes during peak hours, connecting PCMC Metro Station to Kalewadi Phata. This initiative aims to bridge the "last-mile gap," offering reliable transport and reducing congestion for thousands of commuters.

Pune's Mutha River is choked by daily religious waste like flowers and food, causing pollution, suffocating aquatic life, and foul odours. Residents urge immediate action: bins, collection points, and public education to save the city's lifeline.

J.K. Cement invested ₹2.1 crore for a 9.77% stake in solar SPV MEPPL. This secures 7 MWp green power for its Prayagraj unit, reducing reliance on conventional energy. The investment supports a 40 MW solar plant project.

Pimpri Chinchwad's Nigdi-Pimpri service road faces severe hazard: sunken drainage chambers and potholes, half-foot deep, causing accidents, vehicle damage, and metro chaos. Commuters demand urgent civic intervention for safety.

ADB President Kanda urged regional unity for Asia-Pacific economies and energy security. ADB commits $10 billion to ASEAN Power Grid, supporting Japan's "POWERR Asia" and deploying resources to boost resilience.

Pune ruled out immediate water cuts, rejecting a 15% reduction plea despite El Niño concerns. Dam levels are 11.5 TMC (39%), slightly better than last year's 10.4 TMC (36%). Residents get temporary relief, but distribution issues persist.

India's solar capacity reached 150 GW by March 2026, contributing 28.21% to total power. Renewables now comprise ~42% of the 532.7 GW mix, growing over 12% annually, with manufacturing surging.

India’s TMT market remains firm following a recent price correction, supported by strong infrastructure demand and tight supply conditions. While prices are expected to remain stable within a defined range, volatility may persist due to rising coking coal costs, global trade shifts, and potential import pressure. The market continues to balance strong fundamentals with evolving geopolitical and policy-driven risks.

Pune gets a new Amrit Bharat Express to Varanasi and a permanent Pune-Jabalpur Express. This improves connectivity, decongests Pune station, and offers predictable travel for lakhs of passengers, addressing long-standing demand.