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Motilal Oswal group pledges ₹130 cr to IIT-B
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Motilal Oswal group pledges ₹130 cr to IIT-B

The Indian Institute of Tech nology Bombay (IIT-B) has received a pledge of Rs130 crore from the Motilal Oswal Foundation.

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September 19, 2024
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Wadala locals up in arms against taxi stand plan

Residents write to CM, asking to shift the facility elsewhere; have also launched a signature campaign

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September 19, 2024
Deepika's firm buys Bandra apartment for ₹17.78 crore
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Deepika's firm buys Bandra apartment for ₹17.78 crore

KA Enterprises LLP, a firm owned by actor Deepika Padukone and her father Prakash, has purchased a luxury apartment for Rs17.78 crore in Bandra West.

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September 19, 2024
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Constable molested during visarjan

A woman police sub-inspector from Kandivali police station, while on duty during Ganpati visarjan in the Kandivali West area, was molested by a serial offender Harish Mandavikar and his accomplices.

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September 19, 2024
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Tata Power bags renewable energy project in Maha

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has secured a Letter of Award (LOA) from the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL), a wholly owned entity under the Maharashtra government, for the development of a 400 MW wind-solar hybrid project.

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September 19, 2024
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HC calls for action report from BMC

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday asked the BMC to file an affidavit giving details of action taken against illegal hoardings during the Ganpati festival.

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September 19, 2024
Girgaoncha Raja tallest shadu idol
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Girgaoncha Raja tallest shadu idol

In a festival where Ganpati pandals compete to host the tallest idols, the biggest gatherings, and the most eco-friendly statues, how does one verify the claims?

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September 19, 2024
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Bhiwandi tense after stones pelted during visarjan

Stones were pelted after two groups clashed over wanting to immerse their respective Ganesh idols first, an official said on Wednesday.

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September 19, 2024
City celebrates Prophet's 1500th birth anniversary
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City celebrates Prophet's 1500th birth anniversary

Thousands of Muslims participated in Eid-e-Milad processions on Wednesday to celebrate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. Eid-e-Milad was observed on Monday, but the processions were held a day later owing to the Ganeshotsav festivities that ended on Tuesday.

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September 19, 2024
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'Noise harmful during all festivals'

If use of sound systems and loudspeakers beyond permissible decibel limits is harmful during Ganeshotsav, then the same is harmful during Eid also, the Bombay High Court has said.

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September 19, 2024
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The killing schedule of a CA, earnest & young

A 26-year-old chartered accountant, Anna Sebastian Perayil, employed at the multinational consulting firm Ernst & Young (EY) in Pune, has died of 'work stress', her mother Anita Augustine has claimed, in an email addressed to EY India Chairman Rajiv Memani.

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September 19, 2024
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Maharashtra's political drama on stage?

The stage is being set for a new theatrical offering, the kind that drama lovers look forward to.

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September 19, 2024
Ex-VC moves against sack
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Ex-VC moves against sack

Noted economist Ajit Ranade has moved the Bombay High Court against his removal as vice chancellor of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE), Pune.

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September 19, 2024
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Notice to Pak for review of Indus Water Treaty

India has served a formal notice on Pakistan seeking a review of the Indus Water Treaty, arguing that \"fundamental and and unforeseen\" changes in the circumstances require a reassessment of the pact.

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September 19, 2024
Lessons beyond Lebanon
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Lessons beyond Lebanon

Why the attack must set alarm bells ringing for us

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September 19, 2024
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1 nation, one poll gets cabinet nod

In another step towards implementing the \"One nation, one election\" plan, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Kovind panel report on simultaneous polls.

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September 19, 2024
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NEVER EVER DIAL 'M' FOR MOSSAD

COUNTRY ON EDGE After the initial attack on pagers, comes a second wave of carnage on hand-held devices

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September 19, 2024
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India, Bangladesh intensify training ahead of Chennai Test, mull combination

After spending two days preparing exclusively on a red-soil pitch, India and Bangladesh trained on a deck made of black soil here on Tuesday.

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September 18, 2024
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ICC delegation arrives in Karachi to review security for CT

A five-member delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) has arrived in Karachi for an important inspection visit in preparation for next year's Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

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September 18, 2024
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ICC unveils record prize money for Women's T20 WC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a groundbreaking prize distribution for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup, set to take place next month in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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September 18, 2024
No distractions, just determination: Rohit
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No distractions, just determination: Rohit

India skipper Rohit Sharma has dismissed the need for a new strategy ahead of the upcoming series against Bangladesh, despite their recent 2-0 win over Pakistan and the presence of pacer Nahid Rana.

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September 18, 2024
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Pakistan clinches bronze

Pakistan concluded their campaign at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy on a high note, securing the bronze medal with a commanding 52 victory against Korea at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in China.

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September 18, 2024
TITLE NO 5 FOR TEAM INDIA
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TITLE NO 5 FOR TEAM INDIA

AGAINST ALL ODDS: Jugraj delivers decisive goal helps Men in Blue to retain Asian title with 1-0 victory

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September 18, 2024
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US lawmakers, officials condemn vandalism of temple in New York

Bipartisan lawmakers across the US have strongly condemned the vandalism at a Hindu temple here and called for an investigation into the incident, asserting that America must stand together against all forms of hate.

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September 18, 2024
Military training camp in Mali's capital attacked
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Military training camp in Mali's capital attacked

A military training camp in Mali's capital was attacked by extremists early Tuesday, said the army.

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September 18, 2024
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Pak artist finds his 'lost' works displayed on TV show

The Sindh government has formed a two-member committee after a Pakistani artist claimed that his paintings, which were supposedly lost/stolen seven years back, were displayed in a drama serial on television.

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September 18, 2024
Imran's military trial not on the cards, Pak govt tells HC
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Imran's military trial not on the cards, Pak govt tells HC

The Pakistan government has informed the High Court here that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's military trial is not under consideration, days after the court sought clarification over the uncertainty surrounding the issue.

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September 18, 2024
Nepal celebrates Indra Jatra festival
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Nepal celebrates Indra Jatra festival

Nepal on Tuesday celebrated the Indra Jatra, one of Kathmandu's most vibrant festivals, with thousands of people pulling a wooden chariot of a young girl revered as a living goddess around the main thoroughfare of the capital.

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September 18, 2024
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Meta bans Russia state media outlets

FOREIGN INTERFERENCE: Alleges that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow's propaganda

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September 18, 2024
Cong workers create uproar at police station, seek FIR against Union min
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Cong workers create uproar at police station, seek FIR against Union min

Congress workers created ruckus at TT Nagar police station here on Tuesday demanding an FIR against Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu and Uttar Pradesh minister Raghuraj Singh over their statements against LoP in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi.

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September 18, 2024