The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - November 19, 2024

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November 19, 2024

Ganga not fit for bathing NGT

Varanasi, where spirituality meets sewage, is now the site of yet another scathing rebuke from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) over the Ganga's lamentable state.

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SC suspends classes as Delhi air quality dips

With Delhi's air quality index dipping nearly to the 'severe-plus' (494 at 4 pm) category, the Supreme Court on Monday ordered that physical classes for all students up to grade 12 in Delhi should be suspended for the time being.

1 min

7 fishermen rescued from Pak vessel

The Coast Guard has rescued seven Indian fishermen who were apprehended by the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) in the mid-sea off the Gujarat coast and kept on their ship near the maritime boundary between the two countries, officials said on Monday.

1 min

'This slogan has roots in our history'

Posters featuring Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the slogan 'Bantenge to Katenge' started appearing in various parts of Mumbai recently, leading to criticism from opposition parties and civil activists.

1 min

Muslim quota talks after MVA forms new govt: Revanth

Amid the political controversy between the BJP and Congress over Muslim reservation in Maharashtra, Congress leader and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said that the issue will be addressed after the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) forms the government post the November 20 elections.

1 min

The insidious rhetoric of our political class

Communally divisive slogans such as 6batenge toh katenge, reveal how low the discourse has sunk

3 mins

BMC takes steps to boost voter turnout

Mumbai: Following a dip in turnout in the Lok Sabha election, the BMC has implemented measures to improve voter participation in the assembly polls.

1 min

Mahim MLA used BMC funds to buy, distribute 20K cookers

PRESSURE COOKER SCAM 2.0

1 min

Sikh Samaj throws its weight behind Mahayuti

Sikh Samaj Maharashtra, a group representing the Sikh community in Maharashtra, has announced that it will support the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in the election.

1 min

Insurer penalised for denying legit claim, to pay ₹4.37 L with interesl

Holds Aditya Birla Health Insurance guilty of wrongly repudiating legitimate medielaim

1 min

Mystery of body hanging in Parsik Nagar finally solved

Over a week after a man's decomposed body was found hanging at an isolated place in Parsik Nagar in Kalwa, the police have identified the deceased as Balaji Yadav.

1 min

BSF official loses ₹10L in shares fraud

A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel has fallen prey to scammers and lost over Rs10 lakh in shares investment fraud.

1 min

HC rejects former cop Sunil Mane's bail plea in Antilia-Hiran cases

The Bombay High Court (HC) on Monday rejected the bail plea of former policeman Sunil Mane, who was arrested for his alleged role in the bomb scare at Ambani residence, Antilia, and murder of businessman Mansukh Hiran.

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RSS remarks offence: Advocate withdraws case, Akhtar acquitted

The metropolitan magistrate court, Girgaon, has acquitted lyricist Javed Akhtar in a defamation case filed over his alleged remarks against Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) during a TV interview in 2021.

1 min

4 detained over killing of 14 stray dogs in Kandivali

Mumbai's animal lovers remained in mourning on Monday even as police worked overtime to narrow down on the killers of 14 stray dogs whose carcasses were recovered on November 9 in Kandivali West.

1 min

PIMPRI-CHINCHWAD TO HAVE 15 GREEN POLLING STATIONS

The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has introduced the innovative concept of \"Green Polling Stations\" at 15 polling locations across Pimpri, Chinchwad and Bhosari constituencies.

1 min

Authorities under scrutiny after fire erupts at hospital

A fire broke out on the first floor at Aundh District Hospital (ADH) due to an electrical short circuit on Sunday at around 1:30pm.

1 min

Kothrud voters demand more accessible MLA

Locals spoke about their problems - traffic congestion, poor infrastructure, inadequate public services

2 mins

MNS faces major pre-poll setbacks

The campaign for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 concluded on Monday, but the political scenario in Nashik is intensifying.

1 min

Rebel candidate's house under tire

ELECTION VIOLENCE | Candidate's house targeted in pre-dawn firing, police launch investigation

1 min

RBI chief's term likely to be extended further

The government is likely to extend the term of central bank governor Shaktikanta Das for a second time, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters, an unprecedented move that would make him the longest-serving chief since the 1960s.

1 min

GST Council to meet in Jaisalmer on December 21

The GST Council will meet on December 21 in Jaisalmer, in which the decision on exemption or lower GST rate on health and life insurance is likely to be taken.

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Proactively monitor portfolios, address potential risks: RBI Guv to bank boards

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday asked banks to proactively monitor their portfolios, identify areas of over-concentration, and take preemptive measures to address potential risks and challenges.

1 min

SBI raises ₹10,000 crore via infrastructure bond issuance

Country's largest lender State Bank of India on Monday said it has raised Rs 10,000 crore through its seventh infrastructure bond issuance.

1 min

Govt pushes back on key Reserve Bank proposals fearing hit to credit growth

The Indian government is pushing back on two key proposals of the central bank, which will require banks to set aside more funds for infrastructure projects and hold more liquid assets against online deposits, according to a government source.

1 min

WHY GOLD LOANS ARE GAINING POPULARITY IN INDIA: A DEEP DIVE

Gold has held cultural and Economic significance in India for centuries.

2 mins

Maha Kumbh: Call for ban on Muslims triggers row

Ravindra Puri, President of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, has stirred controversy by calling for a ban on Muslim participation in the upcoming 2025 Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.

1 min

Must prioritise need, says PM Modi at G2O

Stresses on food, fuel & fertiliser crisis caused by global conflicts

2 mins

'BJP luring Gong MLAs with ₹'100cr each'

MLA Ganiga Ravi has claimed that the BJP is offering Rs 100 crore each to Congress MLAs to dislodge the Siddaramaiah headed government in Karnataka.

1 min

MAN RUNS OVER WEDDING GUESTS; l DEAD, 9 WOUNDED

In a minor dispute over fire-crackers at a wedding, a man from the groom side ran over nine people with his car.

1 min

Martin raids: ₹12 crore in cash, FDs seized

The ED has seized ₹12 crore of \"unexplained\" cash and frozen FDs worth ₹6.42 crore during multi-state searches against Chennai-based 'lottery king' Santiago Martin and his aides.

1 min

Cong will expose jobs-for-cash scam in parliament. roars MP

Viriato flags police inactiorf in :mega scandar

1 min

400 industries take digital leap in Goa

As many as 400 industrial units have on-boarded Goa Industrial Development Corporation's (IDC) newly launched one-stop online e-governance platform -- OPEN -- for enabling units to apply for various regulatory approvals.

1 min

Fees to register exotic dog breeds likely to be slashed

DOG CENSUS TO START FROM NOVEMBER 20

1 min

Foul play? Areal villagers solve water contamination mystery, seek action

Track down source of toxic water discharge entering paddy fields

1 min

Minister Nadendla Manohar accuses opposition of spreading falsehoods about Deepam -2 scheme

Minister for Civil Supplies Nadendla Manohar has accused the opposition parties of spreading false information about the Deepam-2 scheme.

1 min

India is the leading country of origin for international students in USA

According to the Open Doors report 2024, India accounts for percent of the total international student population

1 min

K Pattabhi Ram takes charge as Chairman of Swachh Andhra Corp

In a grand event at Tummala-palli Kalakshetram, K Pattabhi Ram took the oath as Chairman of the Swachh Andhra Corporation on Monday.

1 min

Companies keen on investing in Andhra Pradesh: Minister TG Bharat

Minister informed the house that nine major companies have already set up their operations in the Mallavally industrial park

1 min

1st NIFT Daman convocation: A milestone for graduates in fashion

The convocation ceremony of the first batch (2022-24) of Master of Fashion Management (MFM) National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Daman campus held in Mumbai.

1 min

Magisterial inquiry into IOCL refinery fire in Vadodara

A magisterial inquiry has been initiated into the explosions and massive fire at the Indian Oil Corporation Ltd Gujarat Refinery in Koyali on November ll, which claimed the lives of two workers.

1 min

GJEPC, BDB honour Guj CM Patel for support to diamond industry

In a remarkable gesture of appreciation, the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recognized Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi for their unwavering support of the diamond industry.

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Coast Guard saves fishermen after Pak Marines open fire

In a shocking incident late Sunday night, Pakistan Marines opened fire on an Okha-based vessel, off the Porbandar coast, within Indian waters.

1 min

OGPSO soam: OBI arrests PSO ex-ehai!-man Sonawani

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Taman Singh Sonwani, the former chairman of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC), and Shravan Kumar Goyal, director of Bajrang Power and Steel Limited, in connection with a recruitment scam.

1 min

Jo Ram ka nahin, woh kisi kam ka nahin, says Yadav

CM canvasses on the last day of electioneering in Maharashtra

1 min

EOW launches investigation into Rs 100-cr purchase

Installing interactive panels in school classrooms

1 min

Maharashtra - the Assembly elections that matter the most

Maharashtra elections have wider ramiiications A win Or a loss, either way, will unleash new energies

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Ukraine tops Starmer's G20 agenda

United Kingdom's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has promised that discussions over bringing an end to the war in Ukraine will top his agenda at the G20 summit in Brazil.

1 min

Trump names Brendan Carr as telecom chief

Brendan Carr was chosen by the US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday to be the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

1 min

Israeli strikes kill 20 in Gaza

Israeli military strikes across the Gaza Strip killed 20 Palestinians on Monday, including six people who were killed in attacks on tents housing displaced families, medics said, according to Reuters.

1 min

Made mistakes with immigration policy

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has admitted that his government made \"mistakes\" in its immigration policy which led to \"bad actors\" like \"fake colleges\" and big corporations exploiting the system for their vested interests.

1 min

Ashneer Grover apologises to Salman Khan

Bigg Boss 18: Ashneer Grover apologises to Salman Khan on national television for fake tall claims about his meeting with actor.

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Nayar, Morkel happy with match simulation at WACA

The focus was on getting acclimatised to the conditions after Visitors had scrapped the game

1 min

McSweeney knows what works for him ahead of debut

He faced trio of Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood in the nets

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Praful, Arya storm into Maha Open under-15 boys' & girls' finals

The number one seed Praful Pardi amd Arya Mestry stormed into boys and girls under-15 finals of the NSCIhosted Yonex SunriseMaharashtra State Open Badminton Tournament 2024, organized by Court Champions 24 in association with the Greater Mumbai Badminton Association (GMBA) and conducted under the auspices of Maharashtra Badminton (MBA).

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Making an impression at 18

CLASS | A young Zrey Dodhy is working his way up in the sport of equestrian

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