The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - November 14, 2024

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November 14, 2024

SC runs over bulldozer

PAN-INDIA GUIDELINES: Executive cannot become a judge; officials responsible will restore demolished property at own cost and also pay compensation

2 mins

Fox News host is Defence Secy pick

President Trump on Tuesday picked Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and a veteran of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, as his next defence secretary.

1 min

Girlfriend hacker Aftab on hitlist of Bishnoi gang?

One of the most wanted suspects in the murder of the politician Baba Siddique, Shubham Lonkar, is definitely working for the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, police investigation has revealed.

1 min

Sena factions' night-out with fisticuffs

Workers of both parties clashed in Jogeshwari over alleged distribution of gifts and money at a club

2 mins

'Where is promised MSP for soybean?'

The Congress party on Wednesday raised the issue of the soybean farmers of the state still not getting the minimum support price (MSP) for their produce despite former chief minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis promising it over a decade ago.

1 min

Adityanath goes hyperlocal with pan-India focus

Uttar Pradesh CM campaigns for Mahayuti candidates in Mira Bhayandar, Ulhasnagar and Ovala-Majiwada

1 min

Sewri Christian cemetery to get logo, first in 160 yrs

CARVING IDENTITY| Chosen from 63 entries, logo features events related to Jesus Christ; inauguration after fine-tuning

1 min

Amber Dalal case: Assets worth ₹22.8 crore attached

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached immovable and movable assets valued at Rs22.86 crore of chartered accountant (CA) and investment consultant Amber Dalal, who allegedly raised over Rs600 crore from 1,300 investors in a suspected Ponzi scheme.

1 min

Hotelier alleges bias at upscale hsg complex

Files a legal notice, demanding public apology from resident committee

1 min

50-year-old biker dies after being hit by truck

A 50-year-old biker died after being hit by a cement truck tanker at Ovala Naka located on Ghodbunder Road in Thane at 1.30 pm on Wednesday.

1 min

HC relief to Campa Cola in trademark dispute

The Bombay High Court has granted an interim injunction against a beverage company for using the trademark 'JHAMPA', which it found deceptively similar to the well-known 'CAMPA' brand owned by Reliance Retail Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries.

1 min

Woman, newborn die; docs attacked; services hit

Patient services were severely hit after doctors at BMC-run VN Desai Hospital in Santacruz refused to work on Wednesday following the November 11 incident where a patient's relatives physically manhandled doctors and nurses after both mother and child died during birth.

2 mins

BMC inquiry into child's death after fall in nullah

A day after an 18-month-old toddler died after falling into an open drain in Bhandup, the BMC has set up an inquiry.

1 min

Panje wetland dry, greens raise alarm

ENVIRONMENTAL CRISIS | 289-hectare Panje wetland, a critical habitat for migratory birds and local fishers, has dried up due to blocked tidal water flow, violating orders issued by state

2 mins

Viman Nagar suffers from public drinking nuisance

Residents allege that people often sit in public places, including poorly-lit streets, and drink in open

2 mins

Other IDs to be used for voting

Mobile phones banned at polling stations Diwase urged voters to avoid bringing their mobile phones to polling booths to prevent any violations of privacy, such as filming or shadowing votes, considered electoral offences.

1 min

Rohit Shetty launches 'Raanti' trailer

Film director Samit Kakkad, who is famous for novel ideas and experiments, is presenting a grand action Marathi film 'Raanti'.

1 min

Sharad lambasts Chhagan in Yeola

NCP Vs NCP | Senior Pawar criticises his former aide for betraying him at his stronghold

1 min

Campaign for caste validity certificates

To support students enrolled in the 2024-25 academic year, a special campaign for Caste Validity Certificates will run from Nov 14 to 28, aiding SEBC, Scheduled Castes, Nomadic Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and Special Backward Classes students seeking admission in reserved seats for professional courses like engineering, medicine, agriculture, veterinary sciences, architecture, pharmacy, law, and BEd.

1 min

Onion prices soar to ₹100

As retail onion prices hit Rs 100 per kg, consumers are feeling the pinch.

1 min

Sebi mulls raising maximum investment limit by angel fund in startup to ₹25 Crore

Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday proposed raising the maximum investment limit by an angel fund in a startup to Rs 25 crore, a move that can provide a boost to the new-age technology companies.

1 min

IBC: Icra says lenders took 72% haircut in Q2

Banks have had to take a haircut of over two-thirds in the corporate insolvency cases being resolved through the bankruptcy courts, a report said on Wednesday.

1 min

Eicher Motors Q2 PAT up 8% at ₹1,100 crore

Eicher Motors on Wednesday said its consolidated profit after tax increased 8 per cent on-year to Rs 1,100 crore in the September 2024 quarter on the back of robust sales across business segments.

1 min

Adani Group to invest $10 bn in US energy and infrastructure projects

Adani Group on Wednesday announced that the conglomerate will invest USD 10 billion in the US for energy security and resilient infrastructure projects.

1 min

Piccadily Agro to invest ₹1K cr to expand capacity, open distillery in Scotland

Piccadily Agro, maker of Indri Single malt whisky and Camikara rum, on Wednesday said it will invest Rs 1,000 crore to expand existing facility and open new plants, including a distillery in Scotland, to widen its play in the premium segment.

1 min

CII delegation visits JNPA to enhance industry collaboration

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority hosted a high-level delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) accompanied by senior industry professionals, in a visit aimed at enhancing collaboration and strengthening industry relations.

1 min

BSF boss reviews security in Jammu border regions

Additional Director General of BSF's western command Satish S Khandare reviewed the security situation along the International Border with Pakistan here, officials said on Wednesday.

1 min

Innovative farming method leads to first saffron bloom in UP

In a pioneering effort, a Lucknow-based man has successfully cultivated saffron – traditionally grown in Kashmir's cool climate and unique soil conditions – using the aeroponic technique that requires no soil.

1 min

Hry winter session: BJP's hat-trick reflects people's trust, says governor

Haryana governor Bandaru Dattatraya on Wednesday said that the historic third consecutive win of the ruling BJP in the assembly polls reflects the people's trust in the policies and functioning of the government.

1 min

One dead in WB, overall peaceful

Sporadic incidents of violence, including a shootout-cum-crude bomb attack in Bhatpara in North 24 Parganas district that killed a local TMC worker, marred the West Bengal by-elections, while the voter turnout across six constituencies stood at 69.29 per cent till 5 pm.

1 min

Situation in West Asia matter of deep concern: Jaishankar

India supports an early ceasefire in Gaza and it has consistently stood for resolution of the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday.

1 min

PM plays hard ball even as half of J'khand votes

BALLOT BATTLE | Modi tears apart JMM over infiltration, says state government stalling projects to force people to migrate

1 min

Salpem lake case: Amicus Curiae asks HC to issue directions to agencies, civic body

Agencies, including the Margao Municipal Council (MMC), Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB), Sewerage Infrastructure Development Corporation of Goa Ltd (SIDCGL), and the PWD Sewerage, all keep their fingers crossed in the Salpem Lake contamination case as the hearing in the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has reached a decisive stage.

2 mins

Mhadei case adjourned to Jan next year

The Supreme Court will now hear the Mhadei river diversion matter in January, 2025.

1 min

16,000 teacher posts to be filled up in AP

Minister Nara Lokesh announced that the government plans to issue a notification shortly to fill over 16,000 teacher positions.

1 min

Rape of mentally challenged woman condemned

People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Mysuru has expressed shock and outrage over the alleged rape of a mentally challenged woman with a speech impairment in Mysuru on November 8.

1 min

No proposal for Muslim quota in construction works, says CMO

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office on Tuesday clarified that there was no proposal before the State government to carve out a four per cent reservation for Muslims in the 2B sub-category under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) quota for civil construction works up to Rs 1 crore.

1 min

Centre urges K'taka govt to cancel licences for commercialisation of breast milk

The Union government on Wednesday informed the Karnataka High Court that it had directed the State government to revoke licenses granted to private companies allowing them to collect, process, and commercialise human breast milk.

1 min

BTP cracks down on delivery executives, fines nearly 6,000 violations

In a major enforcement crackdown, the Bengaluru Traffic Police filed nearly 6,000 cases against e-commerce delivery personnel on Monday for traffic rule violations.

1 min

CM asks PM to speak on alleged corruption in Covid management

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak on the alleged corruption in COVID-19 management when the BJP was in power in the state.

1 min

CUG V-C gets 1-yr extension

In a recent decision by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, Prof. Rama Shanker Dubey, the Vice Chancellor of the Central University of Gujarat (CUG), has been granted a one-year extension on his term.

1 min

GCCI appeals for GeM registration

In response to delays in the registration of South Gujarat's micro and small enterprises (MSEs) on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal, the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) has intervened by reaching out to GeM officials.

1 min

CM to open BharatKool festival

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will inaugurate \"BharatKool,\" a festival of Bhaav, Raag, and Taal, on Thursday.

1 min

Education Minister rescues woman hurt in accident

Praful Pansheriya, Minister of State for Education in Gujarat rescued an injured woman who met with an accident at the Ring Road in Sarthana on Wednesday.

1 min

PM Modi to be part of Tribal day celebration

A two-day Chhattisgarh state-level celebration will take place on November 14 and 15 at Raipur's Science College Ground to commemorate Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, honouring the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda.

1 min

Tensions escalate during polls

During the by-election in the Raipur South Assembly constituency of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday, tensions escalated as BJP and Congress workers clashed near a polling booth at Dani Girls School, Raipur.

1 min

Raipur woman defrauded of ₹58 Lakh

Despite ongoing awareness efforts by the government and police to prevent cyber fraud, cases of digital deception continue to rise, affecting many in Chhattisgarh.

1 min

HC quashes all FIRs against IPS GP Singh, citing lack of evidence

In a significant relief for IPS officer GP Singh, the High Court of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday annulled all three FIRs filed against him, including those related to disproportionate assets, treason, and extortion.

1 min

MP Board students to pay Rs 65 for taking half yearly exams

For the first time, the students of both government and private MP Board schools will have to pay to write the half-yearly exams.

1 min

GPS used to check attendance of teachers in Balaghat

The attendance of teachers in schools located in Baihar subdivision in Balaghat district is being checked with the help of the Global Positioning System (GPS), official sources said on Wednesday.

1 min

Air quality index dips to 348 after Dev Uthani Gyaras fest

A day after Dev Uthani Gyras festival, which was celebrated on Tuesday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) of the city dipped to 348 (very poor) on Wednesday.

1 min

How will geopolitical disruption in the era of Trump 2.0 impact India?

India's relationship with the US will likely become more transactional in Trump's second term as he makes domestic issues a high priority

4 mins

Thoughts on education... between lunch and evening tea

Educational expenses are not only the course fee. There are expenses beyond - hostel accommodation, travel expenses, food, clothes etc

4 mins

Akshara Singh receives death threat

Bhojpuri actress and Bigg Boss OTT contestant receives threat, caller demands Rs 50 lakh

1 min

John Krasinski named 2024's Sexiest Man Alive

He has been honored as PEOPLE magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024

1 min

Seeking blessings

Varun Tej Konidela visited the Tirupati Balaji Temple in Tirumala on early Wednesday morning, paying his respects and seeking the divine blessings of Lord Balaji.

1 min

Ponting hits back at Gambhir

Responding to Gautam Gambhir's jibe at him, former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting on Wednesday said the India head coach was a \"prickly character\" and insisted that his comments on Virat Kohli should not be construed as a dig on the star batter, who himself would be worried about his prolonged lean patch.

1 min

Pant, Carrey could be key: Finch

Brad Haddin says Indian batters 'can't stand up' to Australian pacers

2 mins

Ashwin says he has cracked Smith code

BIG FIGHT | The two would face off during the five-match series

1 min

India prepares for space warfare

ANTARIKSHA ABHYAS-2024 WAR GAME CONCLUDES

1 min

Shaheen Afridi best bowler, Babar best batter

ICC ODI RANKINGS: PAK AT TOP

1 min

CHILDREN'S DAY SPECIAL: Role of Empathy in the Contemporary Education

Education, at its core, should be more than just academic success. It should be a journey that nurtures the mind, uplifts the spirit, and builds the strength to navigate life's challenges.

3 mins

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