Pune civic body to recover property tax dues with Amnesty Scheme

PMC Addresses Objections to Balbharati Rd Project

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has pledged to address objections raised by concerned citizens regarding the proposed Balbharati Road project. Following a public outcry and objections from various quarters, the PMC has committed to providing a comprehensive response within a week. This move comes amidst growing discontent and apprehension among residents regarding the potential impact of the project on the surrounding environment and infrastructure.

Key stakeholders and residents have voiced their concerns over the proposed redevelopment plan for Balbharati Road, highlighting issu..

PMC Set to Crack Down on Plastic Manufacturers

In a significant move to intensify its battle against plastic pollution, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is gearing up to confront manufacturers for the first time. Officials revealed that the PMC's solid waste management (SWM) department has submitted a groundbreaking proposal to civic chief Rajendra Bhosale. This proposal, also forwarded to the PMC legal department, outlines plans to take action against units producing single-use plastic both within and outside the municipal limits, with cooperation from other governing bodies.

Sandip Kadam, head of the PMC solid waste managemen..

Pune's Keshavnagar faces severe water shortage

The residents of Keshavnagar were deeply worried about the upcoming peak summer months due to a severe water shortage that had taken hold of the area as early as March, with minimal civic supply available.

According to Chandresh Yadav, who served as the chairman of Anandtara Whitefield Residences in Keshavnagar, he mentioned that their society, comprising 280 flats, relied almost entirely on water provided by private tanker operators. He noted that the water from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) arrived only once every two weeks, and even then, it was only for 1-2 hours at best. De..

Residents Sceptical of Sahastradhara Road Widening

Residents in Dehradun have raised questions and expressed scepticism regarding the proposed widening project for Sahastradhara Road. The project, aimed at widening the road to accommodate increased traffic, has faced criticism and scrutiny from local residents concerned about its potential impact on the environment and surrounding areas.

The Sahastradhara Road widening project has sparked debate among residents, with some questioning the necessity and feasibility of the initiative. Critics argue that widening the road may lead to the loss of trees, green spaces, and heritage structures ..

Warburg Pincus Acquires Shriram Housing Finance

Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm, has announced its acquisition of Shriram Housing Finance for an impressive sum of Rs 4,630 crore. This strategic move underscores Warburg Pincus' commitment to expanding its presence in the Indian financial sector and capitalizing on the growing demand for housing finance solutions in the country.

Shriram Housing Finance, a subsidiary of Shriram City Union Finance, has established itself as a key player in the affordable housing finance segment, catering to the needs of millions of aspiring homeowners across India. The acquisition b..