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Stories from Pune. Meet the people, live the history and discover not just a city, but a whole way of life.

The Punekar Podcast

Meet this young and dynamic science enthusiast, a genius in the true sense, who is trying to get all the answers on his own. He is the Author of the famous series – ‘Our Existence: From Origin To The Future!’, Father of ‘Perception B Science’, UFOlogist, Cosmologist & Philosopher! He is probably the rarest of rare young Indian explorers, who wishes to contribute efforts to the field of Perception B Science & UFOlogy and develop them into mainstream sciences. Perception B Science is a new version of science that acts as a catalyst to give rise to the Theory of Everything! We bring you, Mr. Devesh Khanna! Here you will find answers to all your questions right from our friends in space to the strange incidences happening near you.

The series of books – ‘Our Existence: From Origin To The Future!’ are available on Amazon; A must read! He also runs an Instagram page and a YouTube channel from the name - ‘WeArePerbscies’, and enlightens everyone on Perception B Science, UFOlogy & Cosmology through it. Go follow the page and subscribe to the channel!
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Our Existence: From origin to the future - Devesh Khanna

Ashish Kasodekar the only Indian to run the 555-km, He talks about what it takes to run 555 km, at 17,582 feet above sea level, and doing so at your own pace. His name will be enlisted in the forthcoming Guinness book of records in the ultra-dynamo category, He will replace Italy’s Enzo Capororaso in the listings. He also talks about his penchant to do something unique on peculiar dates. The art of ultra running, insights into the grueling La Ultra Ladakh and importance of discipline, teamwork and patience.
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The only Indian to run the 555-km at 17,582 feet -Ashish Kasodekar

Shri Moreshwar Ghaisas has been the driving force that helped realize his father’s dream of “Gurukul”, right from acquiring land, constructing the Vedpathshala and imparting Vedic knowledge.
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Ancient Indian way of Gurukul teaching - Shri Moreshwar Ghaisas

Prof. Pawan Kumar Khanna, controller of Examinations, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is listed as top 2% of the world scientists and top 1% of the material scientists. He is former Head, Department of Applied Chemistry and Ex Dean, DIAT. He completed Ph.D from I.I.T. Bombay in 1989. He is the recipient of prestigious fellowship of DST, Govt of India, for performing research in UK, Brainpool International fellowship of Korean Government and a number of research and presentation awards. He has 290 research publications, more than 6000 citations and a very high h index of 40 . He has been a referee to more than 20 international journals. Guided more than 70 graduate/UG/ and Ph.D students and several young post-doctoral fellows .Currently looking for fruitful collaboration in Canada, UK, Germany and Australia for study of light emitting QDs.
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Science and Technology - Prof. Pawan Kumar Khanna

Listen to the pearls of wisdom of how MCCIA helped in taking policy decisions and changed the industries and business in and around Pune, how the future looks and the road ahead.
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Transformation of Pune's industrial landscape - Dr. Anant Sardeshmukh

Satish Khade, a civil engineer, has been a water activist and has been working in the field of water conservation for more than a decade. He is the editor of the monthly 'Jalsanvad' publication running from last 17 years & dedicated to Water issues only. A true Punekar at heart, he's been guiding several govt and non govt organizations to create awareness and actionable steps in this domain. His contribution as a member and president of the Rotary club has been exemplary.He is a core Team member of Jalbiradari, Maharashtra and is the district director for water and sanitation for 2021-22. He's also the author of the book 'Abhinav Jalnayak'.
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Satish Khade - the 'Aqua Man' we need

Dr. Kaustubh Radkar a 27 time Ironman finisher across all continents, the Only Indian to do so; with the vision of creating a healthy platform for Indians but rest of the world to train for different sports. A Johns Hopkins trained rehabilitation specialist Dr Radkar moved to India in December 2013, and has worked selflessly in motivating people across all age groups, walks of life to take up an active lifestyle.He was the only Indian to finish Ironman World Championship at Kona in 2017. A former Indian national swimming champion for 1995-2000, Kaustubh was also the fastest Indian at the Comrades Ultra marathon in 2016; and holds the record for the Fastest Debut for an Indian at Ultraman Florida. The Ultraman Triathlon is a 3 day event which consists of 10 km swimming, 423 km cycling and 84.4 km running spread over 3 days with a hard cut off of 12 hours each day. Kaustubh Radkar has also been selected as one of the Fit India Ambassador, which is part of the Fit India Movement, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Kaustubh Radkar - Iron Man from the non-cinematic Universe

Ar. Avinash Nawathe approaches design like a poet, for him it all starts with the words, the underlying concept that is to be put to meter in form of a 'sketch'. His ability to connect architecture with the essence of life, i.e. human emotion, is what made him the stalwart he is today. There were many who influenced him, not just with his career but in every sphere of life that gave him the vast reservoir from where his ideas manifest. Afterall life and architecture are inseparable, both are interdependent and influence each other greatly. As a master in his craft, working tirelessly in the stubborn Pune market, he understands that the major challenge in architectural creations, is maintaining your architectural intent without any compromise in the midst of multiple demands of different disciplines including the local byelaws.

The seed for "AvinashNawathe Architects", was sowed in the year 1985, it burst open in Pune's real estate scenario with dynamism and creativity, strengthening its roots in a market that has a reputation for being demanding and having an uncompromising attitude towards quality. Today it stands tall and proud with 1000+ completed projects, over 300+ number of ongoing project. ANA now has a robust team of 75 highly qualified personnel, working cohesively in a progressive, rigorous & challenging environment.
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Ar.Avinash Nawathe - 3 decades of changing Pune's skyline

Having the urge and inquisitiveness to learn and explore, Shivkumar Javdekar earned his Civil Engineering degree from Maharashtra Institute of Technology (MIT), University of Pune. Getting the perfect head start, Shivkumar started his career as a Junior Engineer with the esteemed Shapoorji Pallonji at their Mercedes Benz (c/o Tata Motors) plant in Pimpri, Pune. Discovering his interests in construction, he went on to work with eminent names in the real-estate industry.

He then co-founded Pandit Javdekar with Rahul Pandit, who shared his vision and passion for excellence and achievement. A stickler for perfection, Shivkumar personally scrutinizes every aspect of the construction and business at large to make sure that as the business grows, the fineness and innovations are enhanced to suit the scale. Through his perseverance and actions he attests, ‘We are in this business not just because it is lucrative, we are here for the joy of creation.’

Shivkumar is a fountain of innovative business ideas and often takes on the role as a leader of the business – assuming full responsibility for its performance, success, or failure.

An avid reader, Shivkumar is also an enthusiastic traveler. He loves to explore and takes the time to travel across the world to appreciate prominent structures and buildings.
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Shivkumar Javdekar and the joy of creating iconic landmarks in Pune

Meet the man behind films like Harishchandra chi factory and Chintoo.

In 1979, he Shrirang started his career as a stage actor when he joined Theatre Academy, Pune. He acted in Jabbar Patel's Ghashiram Kotwal, Padgham and Satish Alekar's Mahanirvan, Pralay, Bhint, Atireki. In 1986, he started writing his own plays. He started writing for Grips Theatre Movement in India. Godbole has directed many TV serials and films. Many events including Award Ceremonies, Sawai Gandharva Sangeet Mahotsav, The PIFF Bazar are coordinated by him.

Working as a Producer, Writer, Director for Films, Television, Theatre, Children's Theatre & Theatre in Education, Innovative Educational Solutions and Online Educational Content. 

He has received many awards including National as well as Maharashtra State Awards for Feature Films and Theatre, Zee Marathi Awards, Zee Talkies Awards, Maharashtra Times Ma.Ta. Sanman awards and many more.
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Shrirang Godbole

As a fourth generation leader of one of India's legendary businesses - Chitale Bandhu Mithaiwale - Indraneel Chitale is responsible for navigating the business through its next phase of growth, while at the same time retaining its core values and connect with what gave it legendary status.

We speak with him about how he is bringing about growth through new store formats, automation at the factory level and how the company navigated the tricky pandemic period and managed a positive outcome. 

And yes, he does tell us about what makes the Bakarwadi legendary and the story of its birth!
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Indraneel Chitale on family businesses, growth and legacies

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