Pune Bandh

The protest against the removal of the statue of Dadoji Konddev resulted in the bandh called by various political parties in city.

Pune Maharashtra - Pune is a historical city and there are still many historical places of great importance existing in the city. Any damage to these places causes the direct damage to the feelings of the people resulting in the violent situation in city. Recently, city is facing such situation due to the off called by some political parties to protest against the demolition of the statue of historical character, Dadoji Konddeo- Guru of Shivaji Maharaj.

The Pune bandh called by Shiv Sena to protest against the demolition of the statue of Dadoji Konddev, considered “guru” of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, turned out violent as the protestors pelted stones at the buses and stopped the trains in various parts of the city. BJP also joined Shiv Sena in this protest. Police interfered in the matter and detained 15 Shiv Sena activist including the district president for stopping the trains.

The statue was removed from near city’s historical place Lal Mahal. The decision to demolish the statue has been taken as a result of the persistent demand from the pro-maratha outfit “Sambhaji Brigade”. The saffron alliance had given a call for bandh on 28th Dec 2010 after NCP-Congress ruled Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) removed the statue at Lal Mahal on 27th Dec 2010 in accordance of the resolution passed by the civic body to that effect.

Uddhav Thackeray alleged that NCP was giving undue importance to the organizations like Sambhaji Brigade, that objects to the reference of Konddev as Shivaji’s guru. He further added that it was NCP’s politics for the 2012 civic polls.

50 years of glory: FTII celebrates its golden jubilee this year.

Film and television institute of India has given many outstanding professionals to the Indian film industry. Recently, the grand celebration of a golden jubilee year has rekindled all those sweet memories of the past 50 glorious years and promised the same glorious repetition of history in upcoming years too. A three-day celebration was arranged at the campus on this occasion.

FTII has been attributing to the culture of Pune city from last 50 years. So, it was very blissful for a resident to witness this grand celebration. Ambika Soni, minister of information and broadcasting, evergreen actor Dev Anand and many of the alumni and faculty members rushed to the institute to celebrate this occasion.

The director of the institute, Pankaj Rag informed that there will be provisions of various scholarships for scholars doing research on film studies. Improvement of the syllabus of various courses will be the highest priority this year. They are also planning to invite some applicants from tribal areas.


20th march was the first day of the celebration. Authorities also informed that, releasing the DVD’s of films made in diploma courses and organizations of film festival every year are two new proposals which will be implemented very soon.

On this occasion, Dev Anand mentioned the potential of the institution for making good films in collaboration with Prabhat studios since 1945. He said that, the institute is like a place of worship for him and he has acquired lot of knowledge through it. Felicitation of the former staff was really a hearty event of all the celebration. Some former students of the first batch shared nostalgic notes on this occasion, which made the atmosphere quite emotional.

Ambica Soni promised governmental support for the up gradation and expansion of the institution on this occasion. She addressed students and told them to work hard to bestow this institution with grand success and worldwide repute. The city witnessed a grand anniversary of its beloved institution.

Pune Bomb Blast - Life is a challenge- accept it!

The recent Pune bomb blast in German Bakery at Koregaon Park has shown that we all need the safety cover. City is no safer now. Until date, we were very assured about the safety and security but now it is necessary to take some serious steps towards our safety.

The officials were alerted since last year about the terrorist attack and it was taken seriously in first few months after 26/11 terrorist attack at Mumbai. But afterward the security forces were loose and terrorists got the chance to peep inside.

Politics is the main disturbance to in all national priorities in India but on the other hand it is the controlling force of national happenings too. It is impossible to arrange a security system for such a wide population of the country. Therefore, here are some tips to take care of your self and people around you.

First is save the phone numbers of all emergencies. Phone numbers of doctors, ambulance, police stations, fire brigade, etc. You may need it anytime. Do not touch any unauthorized material like bag, eatables or gadgets. If you notice any susceptive material like this immediately, inform police and other authorities.

Rumors spread the atmosphere of insecurity among people so do not spread rumors. And do not pay attention to them. If you got struck in such event, try to go safer place as soon as possible.



If you get opportunity, call the police station first. Take care that you make your mobile phone on silent mode. Gather with a group take safe steps. If it seems a long time to stay trapped, save food, water and other needful things. Try to give hints to the people outside without the notice of your enemy. For example, you can convey message through your left out food, thrown away wrappers etc.

Try to pretend that you obey the orders to save your life. Become aggressive or emotional. Think in a positive way to come over through the situation. Specially take care of the children and elder people of your group.

In the case you got injured, immediately get a bandage or cloth to cover upon the wound. Try to walk to the safer place where you can wait till the lifeguards come.

Always be alert while walking in crowd. Keep watch on the happenings around you. Note the numbers of the auto rickshaw and taxi you travel through. If you find any person susceptible, inform police or other authorities as soon as possible.

Most important is, do not loose hope. Go and make a change. Take care.

MBA Colleges in Pune India

MBA Colleges are the mirrors of social changes. One can get the information about the latest trends and current news in the campus. Debates on hot-controversial issues and brain storming discussions are identifying factors of any M.B.A. College.

If you visit any well known M.B.A. College in Pune city you will know the strength and skills of young generation. You can observe the making of the promising business administrators who are well versed with excellent communication skills and competent educational background.

PUMBA, Symbiosis, Indira College of Business Administration, Bharati Vidyapeeth, D.Y. Patil College, etc. are some famous M.B.A. Colleges in Pune-India. Those conduct common or separate entrance exams for filtering right candidates through thousands of applications. The preparations for entrance exam train them for difficult and inclusive coursework of the degree.

The course duration is two years and they follow semester pattern. The college arranges internship programs, industrial training programs etc. in second year’s last semester or in between two semesters.

Some of the well- known Companies prefers appointing these freshers. So, campus interviews are arranged for students by the co-ordination of college and such companies. Students having good caliber and competence can achieve good paying jobs even before their results of final year.

Business administrators are the professionals who deal with managerial positions. Famous Chinese proverbs says: "To open a shop is easy; to keep it open is an art"
These professionals practice this art and help the economy run.

Pune - Chandani chowk: paradise crowded with lovers

We are aware about the famous shopping place of Delhi: Chandani Chowk. There are many Hollywood references for that Chandani Chowk. Remember the flick "Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gum" Aha! Pretty Kajol shopping around in Chandani Chowk – the market place of Delhi. And the latest "Chandani Chowk to China." I have not ever seen that "Chandani Chowk" but I have my favorite Chandani Chowk in my Pune city.

Yes! It is the favorite food joint for all living "Romio-Juliets" in Pune city. The joint is named as Bavdhan Chowpati. The romantic place to dine. There are many good hotels in Pune bavdhan like "Up and above" "dragon hut" are also there but the candle light dinner at Bavdhan Chowpati is the ultimate one.

The place is above the Pune - Bangalore Highway and you can observe speedy vehicles gearing from the road down. The lights of the whole city are visible like only a decorative festive lighting from the point which turns you calm and peaceful. There is lot of brightness outside and you are on the top of the hill dining with your sweet heart in a soft light and classical instrumental music to cheer you up. Isn’t it marvelous!

The decoration of fountains, plenty space for vehicle parking, benches outside the hotel for "on waiting" couples, park for children and suitability for long drive from the city make it a hit with customers.

Very elegant service and tasty food items also prove its uniqueness. Vegetarian and non- vegetarian both can enjoy the dinner here. Yes! Dinner only, as the place is vacant in day but crowded at nights. Just try a fried fish, especially "Surmai fry" here and you will forget everything on the earth.

So, visit it to know the life in Pune city at night and get into your dream destination.

After you return, share your views to let others enjoy. Read next post to know about more food joints from my Pune.

Learn german from the germans: Max muller bhavan - Pune

Education in Pune is a grand issue to talk as the city is known as a town of knowledge. If you stand in a signal and throw a little nugget towards the crowd, I am damn convinced that it will spot a learner who has come to hunt education from outside of Pune. There are lot of choices Pune is providing to the students worldwide. And actually those students have added a gloom of mix-culture to Pune city.

The Goethe–Institute better known as Max Mueller Bhavan commenced its 50th anniversary celebrations in India this year. It has become the strong intercultural bonds between India and Germany. There are six centers in India: Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Chennai.

Many students learned German in last 50 years and today they are joined the institute to broaden the cultural perceptive between both cultures.

This year, there are many cultural programs are arranged on the 50th birthday of the organization. German film festival is one among them. Musical concerts are also arranged for the celebration and the institute has announced the commencement of some new courses like workshop of filmmaking, German training vocational course etc.

Students who are seeking the education in German language, this institution is boon for them. It does not only provides the courses but also introduces the culture of Germany to students, assist them to know Germany by visiting programs, arranging lectures of scholars, arranging film shows etc.

The ancient building of the institute has also contributed city’s aesthetic importance. Whether you are interested in German lingo or not you must visit the place to feel pride for city.

Pune Events

Pune, known as cultural capital of Maharashtra is famous for its love for music, films, dance, art and theater. You will find various event, seminars, workshops, exhibitions are organized in Pune. Theaters, multiplexes, art galleries are full of events throughout the year.

Punekars are famous for their love towards music. Therefore music and dance programs are common in Pune. You will get different music programs every other day in Pune. Every type of music programs are there including classical music, western music, Sufi music, Punjabi music and many other.

You will also find different workshops and exhibitions in Pune. Different types of workshops include weight loss program, photography and others. There are automobile, engineering expos organized frequently in Pune. Also various seminars on different subjects are common in Pune. You just have to keep an eye on the events.

Now days various film festivals are organized in Pune. It provides great opportunity for the people in Pune to see the good quality films. In film festival, one can see different kind of films including documentary, socially oriented films as well as films from different countries and languages.

There are numerous events that are organized on yearly basis. Such events are the identity of the Pune city. These events include Pune festival, Ganesh Festival, Navaratra festival, Pune marathon and Savai Gandharv Mahotsav.

For more information on upcoming events in Pune.