The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - October 20, 2024

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October 20, 2024

FEAR OVER THE CITY

HOAX CALLS | As many as thirty bomb threats received, six in Mumbai alone. Authorities scramble to manage disruptions

2 mins

Bibi's house hit by Hezbollah drone

A drone launched from Lebanon hit Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence in Caesarea on Saturday, his official spokesperson confirmed, according to Al Jazeera.

1 min

GST exemptions for life insurance likely

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) on term life insurance policies and health insurance premiums for senior citizens is likely to be exempted, as a majority of members in a state ministerial panel support tax reductions aimed at benefiting the general public, an official stated on Saturday.

1 min

EC cracks down on populist schemes

Maharashtra administration has been directed to wind up implementation of schemes like Ladki Bahin

2 mins

Vijaya Rahatkar is new NCW chairperson

Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) by the central government.

1 min

Mohayuti seeks to counter Oppn on Constitution

'Ghar Ghar Samvidhan' initiative, brainchild of Fadnavis, aims to promote awareness about the Constitution

2 mins

Scramble for tickets as parties put finishing touches on lists

WESTERN MAHARASHTRA | Congress, BJP, NCP leaders buttonhole party bosses in last-ditch effort to convince them about their fitment as candidates

2 mins

Activist to canvas for MVA in 40 seats

Yogendra Yadav said parties that are wedded to the cause of protecting the Constitution need support

1 min

Home dept nod to Thane CCTV project

The state home department has approved installation of 6,051 CCTV cameras in nearly 1,997 locations in Thane at a cost of Rs570.30 crore.

1 min

City sees 1st bowel transplant of the year

This was 17th bowel transplant since April '22, of which 13 were from cadaver donors

1 min

JJ Hosp '92 shootout: Cops take custody of man from UP jail

Over 30 persons arrested so far in the case; key accused serving life term

1 min

Ashish Shelar defends Dharavi Redvpt Project

The city unit of the BJP has accused the Shiv Sena (UBT) of being guided by urban naxals in its attacks on the Adani group, which is engaged in the redevelopment of Dharavi in tandem with the state government.

1 min

6-month jail for teen sex harassment

The special court for Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) has sentenced a 48-year-old watchman to six months in prison for sexually harassing a 17-year-old girl, a friend of his son.

1 min

Two held for hiring poor for bank accts

Panvel cyber police, headed by police inspector Deepali Patil, has busted a gang that hired unemployed youth for opening bank accounts for use in cybercrimes.

1 min

TISS Hyd asst prof gets notice for protest

Dr Arjun Sengupta had participated in a student protest against 'impending' termination of contractual staff

2 mins

Child abuse case: Clean chit to Otters Club office-bearers

The Bandra police have submitted a closure report against the office-bearers of the Otters Club, who were booked after a businessman alleged that his seven-year-old son was sexually assaulted by a waiter in September 2023.

1 min

Police seize 244 stolen laptops worth ₹1.01cr

Pune Police have successfully busted a notorious gang, recovering 244 stolen laptops worth ₹1.01 crore. The operation led to the arrest of three individuals involved in the racket, officials said on Saturday.

1 min

Abducted businessman rescued from Jharkhand

An abducted Pune businessman was on Saturday rescued by Sahibganj district police, an officer said.

1 min

NCP city chief and others withdraw resignations

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Pune city chief Deepak Mankar and 800 office bearers are withdrawing their resignations after meeting party chief Ajit Pawar in Mumbai. Pawar reportedly convinced Mankar and his accomplices to withdraw their resignations.

1 min

4.9k polling stations in Nashik district

Nashik district will have a total of 4,926 polling stations for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections, with 4,919 regular polling stations and seven auxiliary ones.

1 min

Yellow alert over heavy rainfall in Nashik dist

Despite the retreating monsoon, heavy rains continue to lash parts of Maharashtra, particularly in Nashik district, where a yellow alert has been issued until Oct 21.

1 min

First list shows BJP's 'preference' for parivar

JHARKHAND POLL | Champai, son & Babulal Marandi get ticket

1 min

End hunger strike first, then meet: CM

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday had a telephonic discussion with the protesting doctors including those on hunger strike.

1 min

Former YSRCP MP house raided by ED

The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday raided the premises of former YSRCP MP and Telugu film producer MV V Satyanarayana and some others in Andhra Pradesh as part of a money laundering probe linked to a land grab case, official sources said.

1 min

Min urges responsible behaviour from tourists in Latin Quarter

PANAJI MLA HEARS OUT ANGUISHED LOCALS DURING VISIT TO FONTAINHAS

1 min

Court questions police custody request for recovery of weapons

CLUB OWNER GETS ANTICIPATORY BAIL. TOLD TO COOPERATE IN PROBE

2 mins

Relief for Queeny Nagar locals as road access to be restored

MLA, PWD, NHAI, police conduct joint inspection

1 min

WRD to restore damaged seating, missing steps at Velsao Beach

The Water Resources Department (WRD) has decided to repair the damaged seats and steps washed away at Velsao Beach.

1 min

CJI moots 'responsive courts' to adapt to social changes

SAYS LANGUAGE IN COURTS SHOULD NOT BE DEROGATORY

2 mins

Construction of AMARAVATI resumes

This seven-story building, spanning 3.62 acres with a built-up area of 2,42,481 square feet, is expected to be completed within four months. | The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) area will be 8603 sq km, with the core capital spread over 217 sq km.

2 mins

Police conducts raid on illegal storage of fire crackers den

The sleuths of Commissioner's Task Force, Central Zone team busted illegal storage of fire crackers den situated at Gun foundry community hall, under the limits of Abids road Police Station and found a hidden stash of firecrackers of various brands which is located at residential premises.

1 min

Yogeshwar yearns for Channapatna

BJP MLC CP Yogeshwar on Friday laid claim to National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidacy for the Channapatna Assembly seat once again.

1 min

Vet department to start new 2 colleges, recruit 700 workers

A notification will be issued shortly, as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who is also the state finance minister, has given the necessary financial approval to recruit for these posts.

1 min

LPG blast damages houses in Morena

No loss of life reported

2 mins

State sports policy remains unchanged for 2 decades

The Madhya Pradesh sports department has long been governed by Madhya Pradesh Sports Policy of 2005, a framework that has remained unchanged for almost two decades.

1 min

Trees cut in Bhoj wetland, forest dept orders probe

A video was circulated regarding tree-cutting in Bhoj wetland area in Bhopal on the intervening night of Friday-Saturday. After this video, green activists have complained to collector and Divisional Forest Officer (DFO).

1 min

Man locks elderly mom inside room, woman dies

A startling incident has been reported from the Nishatpura area of the city on Saturday, where an elderly woman was discovered dead inside her house.

1 min

Gadkari's dream: Indian infra better than USA's

Connectivity development go hand in hand

1 min

Sinwar successor may be from outside Gaza

The Palestinian militant group Hamas is likely to replace slain Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar with a new political leader based outside Gaza while his brother, Mohammad Sinwar, is expected to assume a bigger role in directing the war against Israel in the territory, the news agency Reuters reported on Saturday quoting sources.

1 min

Israel unearths Hezbollah's web of tunnels

Israeli forces have spent much of the past year destroying Hamas' vast underground network in Gaza. They are now focused on dismantling tunnels and other hideouts belonging to Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon. Scarred by Hamas' deadly raid into Israel last year that sparked the war in Gaza, Israel says it aims to prevent a similar incursion across its northern border from ever getting off the ground.

1 min

Trump calls judge 'evil' for releasing election case files

Former US president and Republican Party presidential nominee Donald Trump has called a judge \"the most evil person\" as she released more than 1,800 pages of evidence in Special Counsel Jack Smith's election conspiracy case against him, according to a report by BBC.

1 min

Aaqib Javed set to get bigger role in PCB: Sources

Senior selector and former pace bowler Aaqib Javed is in line to get another top position in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after he formally parted ways with PSL franchise Lahore Qalandars.

1 min

COMETH THE HOUR, COMETH THE MAN

Rising from Mumbai Maidans, the toil of FC cricket, Sarfaraz Khan battles the odds to live his moment of glory

2 mins

NZ close on historic Test win

FIRST TEST | The visitors smell victory on Indian soil after 36 years despite Sarfaraz, Pant heroics; Need 107 on last day with all the wickets in hand

3 mins

Shower gel or body wash?

When it comes to personal care, selecting the right products can feel overwhelming. Especially so when the menu is so vast and confusing.

2 mins

Gems from the guitarists

Over the past few years, many Indian independent musicians have been focusing on releasing singles, and attracting listeners through YouTube or the audio streaming platforms.

3 mins

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