The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - January 09, 2025

In this issue

January 09, 2025

Poet-editor Pritish Nandy is no more

One of the most colourful editors, Pritish Nandy, passed away on Wednesday afternoon. He was 78.

1 min

ONOE JPC throws up an 18000-page report

The first meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on Wednesday discussed the proposed legislations on One Nation One Election, which were referred to it for scrutiny.

1 min

Forgery rap on Peninsula brass

An FIR has been filed against seven persons from Peninsula Land Ltd for allegedly fabricating and circulating a falsified document pertaining to a sexual harassment investigation conducted under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) (POSH) Act.

1 min

Sheeshmahal' v/s 'Rajmahal'

The war of words over Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal splurging over Rs 50 crores on his official bungalow, for which the BJP had coined the term \"Sheeshmahal\" (glass palace), intensified on Wednesday with the BJP releasing its video.

2 mins

6 die in Tirupati ticket scramble

Six devotees, including three women, were killed, and several others injured in a stampede on Wednesday night as hundreds scrambled for tickets to the Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills, according to a police official.

1 min

LA ABLAZE, ON THE RUN

Thousands, including Hollywood celebs, flee as fires get out of control

1 min

Trump May Invoke Emergency Powers

US President-elect Donald Trump is considering declaring a national economic emergency to provide legal justification for a series of universal tariffs on allies and adversaries, CNN reported on Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

1 min

BMC mulls attaching fine to societies' property tax

FIRE COMPLIANCE | Civic body considers drastic measure to force housing societies to comply with safety regulations

2 mins

Tatkare trying to lure Pawar's MPs to NDA

Following the disappointing results in the assembly election, there is speculation about the possibility of some NCP (SP) MPs supporting the NDA and potentially joining the faction led by Ajit Pawar.

1 min

Take precautions, no need to panic over HMPV

While the state government has assured that Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a seasonal virus, Indian Medical Association (IMA) national president Dr Dilip Bhanushali underscores the need for vigilance without creating undue panic.

2 mins

Sena man 5th accused held in Kurmi killing

Dilip Wagaskar is accused of participating in the conspiracy that led to Kurmi's brutal murder

1 min

Babus in graft cases yet to be suspended

At least 173 officials booked in corruption cases are yet to be placed under suspension, statistics from the Maharashtra Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) show.

1 min

Mundes now accused of massive land grab

In a fresh twist to the murder of Santosh Deshmukh, a prominent figure in Massajog village, state minister Dhananjay Munde could once again find himself in legal trouble.

1 min

Can person of below average intelligence not be a mother: HC

The woman has been diagnosed with 'borderline intellectual disability', with an IQ of 75

2 mins

Beed murder: OBC activist slams Jarange

OBC activist Laxman Hake on Wednesday accused Maratha quota agitator Manoj Jarange and BJP MLA Suresh Dhas of demeaning the seriousness of the sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh murder case.

1 min

Co-op society chief diverted ₹2,467cr: ED

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused businessman and chairman of Dnyanradha Multi-state Cooperative Society Ltd (DMCSL), Suresh Kute, of diverting funds amounting to Rs2,467 crore to various companies of the Kute group.

1 min

A revamped Kala Ghoda for art fest

BEAUTIFICATION | Aim is to wrap up phase 1 before Jan 25 when Kala Ghoda art fest begins

1 min

Torres scam: Navi Mumbai crime branch already had a whiff

The scale of the Torres investment scam has astounded the police in all jurisdictions where the jewellery stores were located.

1 min

Cong MP seeks BMC action to clear mess from Bandra Talao

Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad has written to the BMC, seeking urgent action over poor management of Bandra Talao, a grade 2 heritage site, which falls in her Mumbai North-Central constituency.

1 min

Major jam as 2 vehicles ram into height barrier at King's Circle railway bridge

Just two days after the Central Railway alerted the BMC regarding the recurring incidents of vehicles hitting the height gauge barriers at King's Circle railway bridge, two mishaps occurred on Wednesday.

1 min

Chargesheet raises more questions

BABA SIDDIQUE MURDER

2 mins

RLDA Invites Bids to Lease Out Air Space at Thane Railway Station

The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), a statutory body under Indian Railways, has issued an expression of interest (EOI) for the lease of vertical leasable air space at Thane railway station.

1 min

Woman, son crushed to death by truck in Kalyan; bus runs over teens on highway

A 37-year-old woman and her minor son were killed in Kalyan after being struck by a speeding truck belonging to the local civic corporation.

1 min

'Clear water choke points at DPS Lake'

The state mangrove cell has asked the City And Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) to clear water choke points at the DPS Flamingo Lake at Nerul as recommended by a high-level committee appointed by the government.

1 min

GPS tracking chip helped arrest thieves

Firing, ₹47 Lakh Gold Heist Case

1 min

Painter held for ₹3L theft at actor's flat

The Khar police have arrested a 37-year-old painter for stealing valuables worth Rs3 lakh from Bollywood actress Poonam Dhillon's residence at Pali Hill.

1 min

State, TMC rapped for failing to develop burial grounds

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the Maharashtra government and the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) for failing to develop burial grounds despite reserving land four years ago.

1 min

Cancellation of Bhanwari Devi event sparks row

APPSC reaffirmed their commitment to the fight for gender justice

1 min

Film festival showcases 3,052 entries

The much awaited undergraduate film festival Frames, organised by the BAMMC Department of SIES, Nerul, started on Wednesday.

1 min

No to Chinese Manja: Play safe this time

Humane Society International/India (HSI/India), an animal protection organisation, has urged Mumbaikars to say no to illegal Chinese manja and celebrate a compassionate Makar Sankranti.

1 min

Varsities Must Prepare for Future Challenges: Saoji

Bharati Vidyapeeth's vice-chancellor Vivek Saoji emphasized the need for universities to be prepared to face future challenges, such as the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), rapid technological advancements, a changing educational environment, global competition and the increasing pace of obsolescence.

1 min

Punit Balan to support state judo players

Noted young entrepreneur and the president of the Punit Balan Group (PBG), Punit Balan, has extended his full support to meritorious sportspersons from Maharashtra.

1 min

3 Suspects Arrested for Robbery

Deccan police have arrested three suspects involved in robbing people at Hanuman Tekdi, near Senapati Bapat Road for the last few months.

1 min

Three in Police Net for Builder's Kidnap, Murder

Pune Rural Police on Wednesday said they have solved the murder case of builder and government contractor Vitthal Sakharam Polekar (70), who was kidnapped and murdered on Nov 14 last year.

1 min

Road works irk Wadgaonsheri

RESIDENTS' NIGHTMARE | Authorities aren't aware whether work is carried out by the head office or at the ward level

1 min

Mahindra Unveils Modern EV Facility in Chakan

Next-Gen Green Vehicles

1 min

Engineer loses palm

A 22-year-old engineer's palm was severed and another person was seriously injured after a man and a teenager attacked them with a machete over some minor argument in Pune city, police said on Tuesday.

1 min

HC to hear judge's pre-arrest bail plea

Satara's District and Sessions Judge Dhananjay Nikam (46) has approached the Bombay High Court for pre-arrest bail after being booked by the State Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs5 lakh to grant bail in a cheating case.

1 min

Global health initiative in Pune by USA's BIDMC

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), Boston, USA—an affiliate of Harvard Medical School—has introduced an important global health initiative in India focused on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS).

1 min

Vachan Sankalp Abhiyan Held at CMCS College

Reading, contemplation, and reflection mean inculcating the habit of thinking. These are the means of progress.

1 min

Pen down by lawyers

The District Lawyers' Association staged a \"Lekhni Bandh\" (pen down) agitation to condemn the charges framed against its member Siddhar Kashinath Bansode and Kishor Uttamrao Vaishnav at the Satara Police Station.

1 min

Fewer Tourists at ASI Sites

Tourist footfall at ASI monuments in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district including Ajanta and Ellora Caves decreased by almost 50% between Mar 1, 2024 to Nov 30, 2024, data showed.

1 min

Bhandari re-elected Namco Bank's chairman

In a significant development for the Nashik Merchants Co-operative Bank (Namco Bank), North Maharashtra's leading bank, Sohanlal Bhandari was re-elected as the chairman during its board of directors' meeting held at the administrative office in Satpur.

1 min

Radhakrishnan bats for boosting higher education

CONVOCATION | Guv stresses increasing GER to 50% by 2035

1 min

Prosecution tried framing accused: Court

Court snubs prosecution's argument | Calls claim of bomb recovery 'creation of a story'

3 mins

Power pilferage worth ₹15.18 crore unveiled

Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd's (MSEDCL) Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Regional Office has launched a massive drive against the power pilferage between April and December 2024 in eight districts in Marathwada coming under the regional office.

1 min

Police chase smugglers for 25km, nab 1, 4 flee

The city police chased marijuana smugglers who tried to escape by driving recklessly, taking advantage of the police's 'stop and search' operation on Tuesday, Jan 7.

1 min

RPF Apprehends Rape Suspect

The Arnala Police Discovered That The Suspect Was Traveling By Pawan Express By Tracking His Mobile Location Data And Promptly Informed The RPF At Nashik Road

1 min

Hero for Startups' workshop

Hero MotoCorp, the world leader in the production of motorcycles and scooters, has launched an innovative initiative, Hero for Startups (HFS).

1 min

Govt Revises Gold Import Data From April

Cuts Nov Figures By $5 Bn To $9.84 Bn

1 min

RBI Lifts Restrictions on Asirvad Micro Fin, DMI Fin

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday lifted the business restrictions placed on Asirvad Micro Finance and New Delhi-based DMI Finance with immediate effect.

1 min

Mkts settle marginally lower on muted GDP growth projection

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally lower in a volatile session on Wednesday, as investors stayed on the sidelines ahead of the earnings season amid lower economic growth projections.

1 min

Proposed duty levy on steel imports could lead to steep price hike in 2025

Steel prices in 2025 would be much higher than last year if the proposed safeguard duty on steel imports is imposed by the end of next month, rating agency Crisil said on Wednesday.

1 min

Rupee plunges 17 paise to settle at new record low of 85.91 against USD

The rupee extended its slide for the second straight session and declined 17 paise to hit a fresh record low of 85.91 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid higher crude oil prices and stronger American currency.

1 min

MFIs seeks govt support to tide over challenges

Microfinance institutions (MFI) on Wednesday sought a dedicated funding mechanism in place and government support to tide over challenges in the sector.

1 min

Foxconn, Dixon urge govt to pay pending production subsidies

Foxconn Technology Group and Dixon Technologies India Ltd. are asking India to pay them billions of rupees in subsidies they think they are entitled to under the government's production incentives program, Bloomberg reported.

1 min

GDP growth likely to be 6.3% in FY25: SBI report

DOWNWARD BIAS | A tad lower than govt's estimates of 6.4%

1 min

US Congressman Garland challenges Biden administration's decision to investigate Adani

Challenging the decision of the Biden administration to investigate the activities of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, an influential Republican lawmaker has said such selective actions risk damaging critical alliances with key partners.

1 min

Sebi Modifies CRA Rules

Sebi has revised timelines for credit rating agencies (CRAs) to enhance the ease of doing business by introducing the term \"working days\" instead of \"days\" for compliance deadlines.

1 min

India Must Speed Up Hybrid Tech Adoption in Pulses, Oilseeds to Reduce Imports

India needs to accelerate adoption of hybrid technology in pulses and oilseeds to address production deficits, while acknowledging the challenges faced by farmers in implementing these advanced farm practices, Principal Secretary to Prime Minister PK Mishra said on Wednesday.

1 min

Budget should focus on reduction in personal I-T, tax simplification: EY

The Budget is expected to focus on boosting private capex, tax simplification and reduction in personal income tax, particularly for the lower-income groups, to stimulate demand, EY India said.

1 min

Gilts Down Amid Volatile Trade as US Yields Rise, FPIs Sell Bonds

Prices of government bonds ended lower on Wednesday, taking cognisance of a further rise in the 10-year US Treasury yield to a fresh nine-month high towards the end of trade.

1 min

LIC's Bima Sakhi Yojana records over 50K registrations within one month of launch

Bima Sakhi Yojana of LIC has seen over 50,000 registrations within a month of its launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an initiative towards Viksit Bharat through women empowerment.

1 min

BP wins bid for ONGC's Mumbai High fields; Shell backs out

UK's BP Plc won a bid for ONGC's giant Mumbai High oil and gas field, offering to raise crude oil production by 44 per cent and natural gas by a staggering 89 per cent over a 10-year period, potentially changing the fortunes of the vintage field.

1 min

GMR Group Receives ₹6,300 Cr Investment From ADIA

GMR Group has received Rs 6,300 crore investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund ADIA and the funds will help in reducing the debt of promoter group entity GMR Enterprises Pvt Ltd (GEPL).

1 min

Adani Ports ranks among top 10 transportation, infra cos in S&P global list

APSEZ is now placed in the 97th percentile in the sector, improving from 96th percentile

1 min

UB Suspends Beer Supply to TGBCL

United Breweries Ltd on Wednesday said it has decided to suspend supply of its beer to Telangana Beverages Corporation Ltd with immediate effect.

1 min

Paisalo Undertakes Transactions Worth Over ₹3,400 Crore in 2 Years

NBFC firm Paisalo Digital on Wednesday said it has serviced over 59 lakh customers by initiating transactions worth more than Rs 3,400 crore.

1 min

Titan's IRTH Bags Eyes ₹1K Cr Revenue by FY2027 With Expansion Plans

Tata Group firm Titan Company Ltd inaugurated its first exclusive brand store, IRTH, under its expansion plans in Chennai and aims to achieve a revenue target of Rs 1,000 crore by FY2027 from its IRTH and Fastrack bags business divisions, a top official said on Wednesday.

1 min

Allana Consumer Products to invest ₹300 cr on new plant for French fries, frozen potatoes

Allana Consumer Products Ltd plans to invest Rs 300 crore to set up manufacturing facilities for its foray into French fries and frozen potatoes market.

1 min

M&M looks to scale up auto biz globally; eyes more markets with new models

Having consolidated its position in the domestic market, Mahindra & Mahindra is now looking at ways to expand its presence across international markets, as per a top company executive.

1 min

Laxmi Dental IPO to open next week with price band of ₹407-428 per share

OrbiMed-backed Laxmi Dental on Wednesday said it has fixed the price band at Rs 407-428 per share for Rs 698 crore initial public offer which will hit the markets for public subscription on January 13.

1 min

The Rise of Data Centres: India's Digital Backbone Explained

India's data centre industry is witnessing exponential growth.

2 mins

Nifty forms trend reversal ‘hammer candle’

Till Nifty holds below 23800 zones, weakness could be seen towards 23600 while hurdles are placed at 23800 zones

2 mins

Capital's 'aam aadmi' must tread cautiously

FIGHT CLUB | Despite its consistent wins across the nation since 2014, Delhi assembly frontier remained so near; yet so far for Saffron party

2 mins

Police frustrate Maoists' ops in Gaya district

Bihar police on Wednesday foiled a major operation of the Maoists in Bihar's Gaya district after seizing a large quantity of landmines and raw materials.

1 min

Shimla ED officer held, later released

He however alleged that two demanded ₹20L for not arresting him. Later they took him to Singh who demanded ₹1.20 cr

1 min

Alliance for Lok Sabha, not assembly election: Tejashwi

AAP, Cong fight not unnatural, says RJD leader

1 min

Mutawalli retracts claim of waqf property in Sambhal

In a significant development, Mutawalli Mohammad Khalid, who earlier claimed that the land for the construction of the Satyavrat Police Post near Jama Masjid in Sambhal was waqf property, has retracted his statement.

1 min

ISRO's Satellite Docking Delayed

ISRO on Wednesday once again postponed the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDEx) involving two satellites, citing excessive drift during a crucial manoeuvre.

1 min

Shivling broken at Unnao temple, one arrested

A Shivling at the historic Billeshwar Mahadev temple in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao district was found vandalised on Wednesday, sparking outrage among the locals, officials said.

1 min

Sexual assault accused is DMK sympathiser, but won't spare him, says TN chief minister

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Wednesday conceded that Ganansekaran, the accused in the recent daring Anna University sexual assault case, is a ruling DMK sympathiser but he was not a card-holding member of the party.

1 min

3 convicts die after consuming liquid essence

Three convicts at Mysuru Central Prison serving life imprisonment died after reportedly consuming liquid essence to get intoxicated.

1 min

PBD: MEA Jaishankar highlights Odisha's 3Ts

The Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, a significant segment of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention, was inaugurated at Janata Maidan here on Wednesday.

1 min

6 Naxals surrender in K'taka

Sidda says govt committed to help those joining mainstream

1 min

Narayanan Named New ISRO Chief

V. Narayanan has been appointed as the next chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Secretary of the Department of Space, according to an official announcement made on Tuesday.

1 min

Navy Deployed for Search Operations

ASSAM MINE | The collapse, which trapped several workers, has posed numerous challenges for rescue teams

1 min

Shacks along North Goa coast ordered to shut by midnight

Owners cry foul as police enforce early closure

1 min

NCESS to submit draft CZMP 2019 to govt next week

Public inputs to be incorporated in final plan

1 min

Chief Town Planner's extension of service challenged in HC

Court issues notice, seeks reply from government

1 min

Creation of third district in final stages: Sawant

New district to comprise Canacona, Sanguem, Dharbandora, and Quepem; all from South Goa

1 min

House committee meets after 2-year gap, resolves to inspect Kalasa-Bhandura site

Govt claims no ongoing work at site, faces Oppn ire over inaction

2 mins

Central agencies recommend noise barriers to combat sound pollution

Installation Recommended Along 5 Kms Covering 4 Beaches In North; Report Submitted To Gspcb To Identify Hotspots

2 mins

Finance Commission team arrives for talks on State's proposals

The three-member 16th Finance Commission under the chairmanship of Arvind Panagariya on Wednesday arrived in Goa for consultation with the State government and stakeholders including MLAs.

1 min

Major reforms in Intermediate education on the anvil

AP Govt seeks suggestions till January 26, 2025

2 mins

All Set for Vaikunta Ekadashi

Addressing a press conference on Wednesday at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala, TTD Chairman BR Naidu said that Hindus around the world are talking about seeing Vaikuntha Dwara.

1 min

AP minister to participate in Pravasa Bharatiya meet at Bhubaneswar

Andhra Pradesh Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty, NRI Empowerment Kondapalli Srinivas is attending the 18th \"Pravasa Bharatiya Divas\" program being held in Bhubaneswar on Thursday and Friday i.e., 9th and 10th of January on behalf of the state government.

1 min

Indian economy showing signs of recovery: Brickwork Ratings

Rural Demand and Agriculture: Strong agricultural performance due to favourable monsoon conditions has boosted rural incomes and consumption, contributing positively to overall economic activity

2 mins

Dr. Krishna Ella Honoured with INSA India Fellowship for Innovations in Health Sector

Dr. Krishna Ella, co-founder and Executive Chairman of Bharat Biotech International, has been awarded the prestigious India Fellowship by the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) for 2025.

1 min

AP Labour Minister Conducts Review Meet

A review meeting was held with the Labour and Insurance Medical Service (IMS) Departments at the Andhra Pradesh Secretariat on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Andhra Pradesh Labour, Factories, Boilers, IMS Minister Vasamsetty Subhash.

1 min

Kalyanaratham leaves Tirumala for Prayagraj

\"Srivari Kalyanaratham\" vehicle left for Prayagraj Kumbh Mela from the temple in Tirumala on Wednesday.

1 min

Six hardcore Naxalites surrender in Karnataka before CM Siddaramaiah

Six hardcore Naxalites on Wednesday surrendered before CM Siddaramaiah.

1 min

MSIL forays into public tourism; Minister launches packages

Karnataka's Minister for Large and Medium Industries MB Patil unveiled a range of travel packages on Wednesday, marking a milestone for Mysore Sales International Ltd (MSIL).

1 min

Tuition teacher caught after 44 days on the run

A tuition teacher was arrested after eloping with his minor student in Mandya two months ago, police said on Wednesday.

1 min

No politics behind postponed meeting of Karnataka Congress SC/ST leaders

DINNER MEHome Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday said a dinner meeting of Congress leaders, ministers, and lawmakers from SC/ST communities, scheduled for the evening, had to be postponed following instructions from AICC General Secretary in-charge of the state, Randeep Singh Surjewala, as he wanted to attend it.ET

2 mins

New Economy Policy: Min Seeks Feedback

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has on Tuesday sought feedback on India's first comprehensive Circular Economy Policy being developed by the state.

1 min

ED Raids in BBMP Due to Squabbling in BJP

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday claimed that the ED raids in the 'Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike' was an outcome of infighting in the BJP.

1 min

'Facilitating Maoist surrender package to convert forest Naxals into urban ones'

Karnataka BJP General Secretary Sunil Kumar on Wednesday termed Karnataka state government facilitating the surrender of a group of six Maoists, as a \"package\" to convert forest Naxals into urban Naxals.

1 min

B'luru voter count up by 4.2 lakh in a year

Bengaluru's voters have increased by 4.2 lakh from January 2024 to Monday, January 6, 2025, as announced by the election department of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), led by chief Tushar Girinath, who also serves as the District Election Officer.

1 min

BJP to Launch "Constitution Pride Campaign" from Jan 11 to 25

The C'garh (BJP) is set to organize the \"Samvidhan Gaurav Abhiyan\" (Constitution Pride Campaign) from January 11 to 25, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution.

1 min

Kuturu IED explosion: Janpad member alleges, lost his constable brother due to violation of SOP, ROP

SPECIAL REPORT

1 min

75 Youth from C'garh to Participate at National Youth Festival

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai extended his congratulations to the 75 youth selected to participate in the National Youth Festival, urging them to excel in their performances and contribute towards making Chhattisgarh a developed state while supporting India's vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

1 min

Diarrhea outbreak, 45 cases found

A diarrhea outbreak has affected a large number of people in Garhsivni village, located 16 kilometers from the district headquarters, due to the consumption of contaminated water in Chhattisgarh.

1 min

HC Rejects Writ Petition Against Tax Exemption for Industries

The High Court of Chhattisgarh has dismissed the writ petition filed by Aavaj Dewangan, challenging the tax exemption granted to industries in the Birgaon Municipal Corporation area.

1 min

Bulldozers raze century-old Mission Hospital Complex

END OF LEASE | Building was still in use

1 min

Layout Approval for Construction Gets Costlier in C'garh

Raipur residents will now face significantly higher fees for obtaining layout approvals for construction on plots, following a major revision by the Housing Environment Department.

1 min

Namo Shri Scheme Benefits 3.11L Mothers in 9 Months

The Gujarat government's \"Namo Shri\" scheme, launched statewide in April 2024, has emerged as a transformative initiative for pregnant and lactating mothers.

1 min

Velvet Airjet Machinery to debut at SITEX '25 in Surat

The country's largest man-made fibre (MMF) textile industry in Surat is set to make history with the launch of the revolutionary Velvet Airjet Machinery at the Surat International Textile Expo 2025 (SITEX).

1 min

CM Okays ₹779Cr for Bridge Construction

Boosting Connectivity | Proposal to build major & minor bridges across 32 roads in the state to strengthen infra

1 min

Manubhai & Shah LLP Celebrates 50th Anniv

Manubhai & Shah LLP, an accounting firm, marked its 50-year milestone with a celebration in Ahmedabad on Friday.

1 min

3 Killed, 4 Injured in Accident

The Mumbai-based family was returning from Ajmer after attending the Urs when their car was hit by a speeding vehicle from the back.

1 min

De Beers, GJEPC to boost natural diamonds

As India becomes the world's fastest-growing major diamond jewellery market, industry leaders De Beers Group and GJEPC will collaborate to support the gem and jewellery trade with education and promotional assets to support the natural diamond narrative.

1 min

Goldi Solar & 3 Institutes to Train 600 Students

Goldi Solar, India's most quality-conscious solar brand, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SN Patel Institute of Technology, R. N. G. Patel Institute of Technology, and UKA Tarsadia University to nurture and develop industry-ready talent.

1 min

GJC Seeks Budget Reforms for Sector

The gems & jewellery sector has sought for comprehensive budget reforms for the growth and global leadership.

2 mins

Beware drunkards! Women are ready with sticks to welcome you

Beware drunkards! Before you create any ruckus, sticks of women will welcome you.

1 min

Drone found in Bhopal Central Jail

A suspicious drone was found in the Bhopal Central Jail by the jail authorities and the matter was handed over to the police, the officials said here on Wednesday.

1 min

Medical Colleges to be Run Under Other Universities: CM

Governor and Chief Minister Jointly Address Vice Chancellors of Universities for the First Time

1 min

Probe team busy with small fish, kingpins go scot-free

MAHAKAL DARSHAN SCAM

2 mins

300 Girls Informed About Crimes Against Children

In a significant move to empower women and girls, the Indore Police team, under the Srijan initiative, visited the Government Girls Higher Secondary School in Sirpur, located in the Chandan Nagar area on Wednesday.

1 min

Benami Battle: I-T Attaches Assets Worth Over Rs 900 Crore in MP

UNDER SCANNER: Properties linked to politicians, bureaucrats across state

1 min

12 Current A/C Holders of Pvt Bank Lose Crores in OTP, User ID Scam

Six Including 2 Relationship Managers Arrested

1 min

Another Semi Adult Tigress Found Dead in Bandhavgarh

Believed to be killed by tiger facing refusal to mate

1 min

Maoists Back Farmers' Stir, Call for 'Dilli Chalo' March

Pamphlets and banners issued by the banned CPI (Maoist) extending their support to the ongoing farmers' protest at Delhi borders have surfaced in the forests of Balaghat district.

1 min

Zoo Achieves 1.35L Footfall, Rs 30L Revenue in 10 Days

Expectations from new additions in zoo

1 min

Gavaskar's lesson for players: Retire at peak, not when in decline

\"Retire when people ask why, not when they ask, why not?\" — Sunil Gavaskar

2 mins

Cracks widen in INDIA bloc as leadership disputes emerge

Opposition unity falters amid one-upmanship, electoral setbacks, and coalition tensions

3 mins

Centrist Cascading Collapse

New additions to the ranks of populists and autocrats around the world since Trump's first term will render the challenge even more formidable. The steady stewardship that Europe and the liberal world in general could count on under former German Chancellor Angela Merkel's leadership seems from a bygone era

3 mins

Tibet quake: Cold enemy of survivors

RESCUERS SCRAMBLE | Experts say those trapped under rubble or shelterless for over 24 hrs will die of hypothermia in five to 10 hours even if uninjured as temperature drops to 18 degrees Celsius

2 mins

Hush Money Case: Block Sentencing, Trump to SC

President-elect Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to call off Friday's sentencing in his hush money case in New York.

1 min

Imran offered house arrest deal, says sister

Talks between the Pakistani government and opposition parties, particularly Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, have hit a roadblock, with allegations of government interference and restrictions on the party's access to its jailed leader, Imran Khan, Dawn reported.

1 min

'Not a snowball's chance in hell' to join US: Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has hit back at Donald Trump's threat to use \"economic force\" to absorb Canada into the US, saying there isn't \"a snowball's chance in hell\" to join the two.

1 min

AI Used to Plot Tesla Cybertruck Blast in Las Vegas, Outside Donald Trump's Hotel

The highly decorated soldier who exploded a Tesla cybertruck outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas used generative AI, including ChatGPT, to help plan the attack, Las Vegas police said Tuesday.

1 min

Protests halt Pak trade route with China

Pakistan's critical trade route with China remained blocked for the fifth day on Tuesday as thousands of people continued their protests over chronic and prolonged power outages in the mountainous region of Pakistan-Occupied Gilgit-Baltistan, media reported.

1 min

Trump: All hell will break out if hostages are not freed

US President-elect Donald Trump has warned that \"all hell will break out in the Middle East\" if the hostages being held by Hamas are not released by Inauguration Day, January 20.

1 min

Shastri Wants Rohit, Kohli to Play Domestic Cricket

Ex-Australia skipper Ricky Ponting proposes time off for India batter

1 min

Faf backs struggling Kohli

SUPPORT | India star had a torrid time in Australia during the recent BGT

2 mins

Konstas regrets stand-off with superstar Bumrah

Australian batter made an impact in the final two Tests of the series with his audacious strokeplay

1 min

Clarke Says Bumrah Best All-Format Fast Bowler

The Indian produced one of the best-ever bowling performances by an overseas pacer in Australia

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Gavaskar won't be surprised if Bumrah takes over

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar said he won't be surprised if fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah takes over as the side's Test captain in near future, citing that he doesn't pressurise players much when he's been at the helm of the team.

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SCG track deemed 'satisfactory'

Four out of five pitches used in the recent Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia have been rated 'very good' by the ICC, which found the track for the fifth and final game in Sydney to be 'satisfactory'.

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Uttarakhand, Punjab boys sizzle on day one

Uttarakhand also dominated the girls matches along with SAI in 50th Junior National Kabaddi Championship

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Don Bosco Register Dominating Wins

Bombay Scottish, Cathedral Also Superior in MSSA U-9 Basketball

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Abhonkar to attempt a National Joggling Record

Pune's renowned marathoner and jogging enthusiast, Ketan Abhonkar, gears up to attempt a National Joggling Record in the upcoming Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM), scheduled for January 19.

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Dexa Best for Madras Race Club Trophy

Dexa, a seasoned gelding trained by Imtiaz A. Sait, is poised to dominate the Madras Race Club Trophy, the prestigious Class One race scheduled for the seventh day of the Mumbai meeting at the iconic Mahalaxmi Racecourse on Thursday.

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Can vitamin A deficiency cause blindness?

Can vitamin A deficiency cause blindness? To answer the question - yes it does.

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Health benefits of bergamot essential oil

Bergamot essential oil is one of the best essential oils known to elevate mood and alleviate stress, depression and anxiety.

1 min

Spotting Jon Snow

Yashaswini Dayama's acting CV includes Dear Zindagi (2016), Adulting (2018), Phobia (2016), Zindaginama (2024) and Bandish Bandits (Season 2, 2024). The role which left a lasting memory of her in everyone's mind was in Delhi Crime, where she plays Shefali Shah's daughter, along with portraying Jackie, Alia Bhatt's best friend in Dear Zindagi.

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Coincidence? After Vanvaas, SC Issues Ruling on Gift Deed Case

Following the release of Anil Sharma's film Vanvaas, which brings attention to the plight of elderly individuals abandoned by their families, the Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling aimed at protecting senior citizens

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10th Ajanta-Ellora International Film Festival

The 10th Ajanta-Ellora International Film Festival, is set to take place from January 15 to 19, 2025 at PVR INOX, Prozone Mall, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Several national and international artists are to grace the festival

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Will Champions Trophy be moved out of Pak?

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin in Karachi, Pakistan on February 19, which is about 40 days away.

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Vande Bharat Earns Rs 23L Without Moving An Inch

AFTER GARNERING RS 20L FOR MUM-AHMEDABAD TRIP

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Sports ministry interfering in national federations

IOA CHIEF'S STRONGLY-WORDED MISSIVE TO MANDAVIYA

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The Free Press Journal is one of the oldest English Daily newspapers from Mumbai with a heritage of more than 90 years. And yet, The Free Press Journal is a contemporary paper and rooted in current urban realities.

In keeping with the international trend, it has reinvented itself in terms of design, get up and content. It means different thing to different people – a platform for the articulate, a trendsetter for the young and a chronicle for the old.

It was at the forefront of freedom struggle against the British and continues with the free and fearless journalism till date. Indeed, the history of The Free Press Journalism mirrors that of Indian independence.

Swaminath Sadanand, a 30-year-old idealist from Madras trudged his way to Bombay and with a vision that was to prove uncomfortably ahead of his day, brought out a newspaper as unorthodox in character as it was innovative in concept. For Swaminath Sadanand, the Free Press Journal was not so much a business venture as a cause.

The spirit with which he launched the paper and ran it for almost three decades helped it make it an integral part of two great Indian movements — the struggle for independence and the evolution of Indian publishing.