The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - January 10, 2025

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January 10, 2025

Accused Indians in Nijjar Case Get Bail

The Supreme Court of Canada on Thursday granted bail to four Indians accused in the murder case of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

1 min

Indian Passport Slides Five Spots on Global Index

The Indian passport slipped down five positions on the list of the world's strongest passports, ranking 85th out of 227, according to the Henley Passport Index.

2 mins

Modi has your genome 'patri'

Historic 10,000 Indians' genome sequencing data complete. Target is 10,00,000. It will revolutionise healthcare

1 min

Role of investigative agencies in question

The revelation of the ₹1,000 crore Torres Ponzi scheme has sparked outrage among investors, many of whom blame the inaction of police and tax authorities for the massive fraud.

1 min

Strapped for funds, State eyeing liquor as cash cow

Appoints Committee to Study Liquor Policies for Revenue Generation

2 mins

Stare at spreadsheets, and not just at your wife

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman S.N. Subrahmanyan has taken corporate wisdom to the next level—by suggesting employees should clock 90 hours a week.

1 min

City Of Angels Is In Ruins

The dramatic level of destruction caused by the Los Angeles inferno was apparent from drone and satellite images of the scorched piece of earth before and after the fire.

1 min

"NO ERROR"

Top Court rejects pleas on review of same-sex marriage verdict

2 mins

Girl found hanging in Oberoi School

In a shocking incident, an 11th grade female student allegedly died by suicide at the high-end Oberoi International School in Goregaon East on Thursday around 9:30 a.m.

1 min

Zeeshan seeks intervention of CM citing shoddy probe

Baba Siddique Murder

1 min

ED searches 11 places in Mumbai, Thane, Varanasi

The accused were facilitating illegal remittances of 10k cr to abroad under the guise of freight charges

1 min

SIT to probe fake birth certificate racket in Malegaon

1,000 fake birth certificates issued to Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in Malegaon, claims BJP leader

1 min

2 Cases Against Jarange for Remarks on Munde

Police in Latur district have registered two separate cases against Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil for allegedly making derogatory comments against minister Dhananjay Munde and his community Vanjari, and inciting communal tension, officials said on Wednesday.

1 min

Two elderly women attacked in robbery bid

In a shocking incident in Andheri West on Tuesday, a temporary house help attacked two elderly women with an iron masala pestle.

1 min

Documentaries, animation films steal the show

The second day of the 22nd Edition of Frames Film Festival organised by the BAMMC Department of SIES, saw documentaries and animation movies being screened for a panel of judges to decide upon.

1 min

Shivaji Nagar AQI remains very poor

RMC plants and factories were instructed to adhere strictly to the pollution control measures

1 min

HC dismisses plea on MLCs nominated by MVA govt

The Bombay High Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by a former corporator and functionary of the Shiv Sena (UBT), Sunil Modi, against the withdrawal of a list of 12 MLC nominees sent to the governor in 2020 by the then MVA government.

1 min

Karad has ₹100cr assets, got ED notice in '22: Dhas

Supriya Sule asks why Karad is getting preferential treatment; seeks transparent investigation

1 min

Leopard sighting in Kharghar; forest dept launches hunt

Responding to the residents sighting of a leopard atop the Kharghar hills, the forest department has formed a team to scout the hill areas in search of animal paw prints or scat (feces).

1 min

Woman dies, another hurt in tree branch fall

A senior citizen died and another woman was injured after a branch of a tree fell on them in a private garden in Ghatkopar (East) on Thursday evening.

1 min

Going Abroad Is Child's Fundamental Right: HC

Court Makes Statement While Hearing Case Of Teen Girl; Her Parents Are In Midst Of Getting Divorced

2 mins

Cop who killed four on train mentally ill

Dismissed RPF constable Chetansingh Chaudhary, involved in killing four persons on Jaipur-Mumbai Central Superfast Express, in July 2023, is found to be mentally unstable and the Akola prison authorities, where he is lodged, has approached the Dindoshi court to transfer him to hospital in Nagpur for further treatment.

1 min

Do we continue to see this haze every year?

HC expresses dismay over BMC's stand that a choice has to be made between development, clean air

2 mins

Race legends gear up for Autofest

The Raymond Group is set to mark its centenary year with the Raymond 100 Autofest, promising automobile enthusiasts a journey through time and innovation.

1 min

NCLT finds former IL&FS CEO guilty of contempt, fines ₹2,000

The Special Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has held former IL&FS CEO Ramesh C Bawa guilty of civil contempt for violating its orders.

1 min

Somaiya Employee's Plea Rejected

The Sessions Court has refused to grant bail to 40-year-old Khar resident Sharad Janardan Shirodkar, an employee at KJ Somaiya College, booked for providing admission to students based on fake certificates.

1 min

Man drinks rat poison in front of builder office

40-year-old ends life over unpaid SRA rent; probe finds rent of up to four years pending

1 min

HP Man Held for Trying to Sextort ₹3cr

The Powai police recently arrested a 37-year-old Himachal Pradesh resident for alleged sextortion.

1 min

India's role is key in climate change fight: UK diplomat

The fight against climate change cannot be won without India, asserted British diplomat John Nickell on Thursday.

1 min

Shy away from heavy cash deals: I-T dept

The Income Tax (I-T) department has cautioned against excessive cash transactions, warning that violations would trigger heavy penalties up to 100%.

1 min

Hawker held for murder bid on local train

The Bandra railway police have arrested a hawker for allegedly attempting to murder another vendor, who tried to settle a fight between him and a commuter in the ladies' compartment of a local train.

1 min

SIT to address lack of women's washrooms

Team has been given 6 months to submit actionable recommendations

1 min

BMC wins big: SC nixes textiles firm's claim over ₹660cr plot

Top court sets aside Bombay High Court order; latter had directed BMC to transfer prime land to Century Textiles and Industries Ltd

2 mins

Jain pathsalas to get financial aid from govt

After a 10-year wait, Jain pathsalas in Maharashtra will receive financial aid from the government's minority department.

1 min

CIDCO nears completion of DPR for Airport Express Metro Line

The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) has ‘almost finalised’ the detailed project report (DPR) for the highly anticipated Airport Express Metro Line. This new metro corridor will connect the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) with the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), promising enhanced connectivity and convenience for commuters.

1 min

Private schools demand ₹2,400 crore RTE dues

Delay causes financial strain on schools; MESTA warns statewide protest if demands not met promptly

1 min

ICICI Bank Leases Property in Navi Mumbai for ₹9 Crore

ICICI Bank has leased 1.29 lakh square feet of commercial space in Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, for an annual rent of nearly Rs9 crore.

1 min

Builders Respond to MHADA Notices on Lapsed Projects

Developers Failed to Keep MahaRERA Updated About Their Project's Status, Despite Deadline Lapse

1 min

PMC faces criticism over unutilised CSR fund

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is heavily criticised for not being able to use Rs7.5 crore collected under corporate social responsibility (CSR) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 min

Police May Lack Something, Dy CM on Pune Crimes

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday said police may be \"lacking somewhere\" if they are unable to rein in crime in Pune despite being given all infrastructural support and there being no political interference in their work.

1 min

Rajesh Verma New DRM

Rajesh Kumar Verma has assumed the role of Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Pune Division on Jan 7.

1 min

Cosmos Bank: Kokare elected chairman, Kasar vice chairman

Senior director, advocate Pralhad Kokare, has been elected as the chairman and CA Yashwant Kasar as the vice-chairman of Cosmos Cooperative Bank Ltd, on Thursday, in the presence of Assistant Returning Officer Sanjay Raut at the board meeting of the newly-elected board members.

1 min

Health Committee Member Raises Alarm Over HMPV

Sagar Ratan Charan, vice president of the Health Department's Grievance Redressal Committee, has raised an alarm over the increasing risk posed by the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the city.

1 min

Want to work for Pune: 5 ex-UBT corporators

Ex-corporators hail BJP's development plank

1 min

Nirankari Sant Samagam Preparations in Full Swing

The 58th Annual Nirankari Sant Samagam of Maharashtra will take place on Jan 24, 25, and 26, under the guidance of Satguru Mata Sudiksha and Nirankari Rajpita Ramit.

1 min

PCMC Cracks Down on Illegal Advertisements

The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has announced a stringent campaign to tackle unauthorized advertisements, hoardings, flex banners, kiosks, gantries, and posters across the city.

1 min

Metro Time Extension Undecided

Media reports on Thursday stated that the timings of Pune Metro will be extended to 11 pm from January end onwards owing to increasing demand from commuters.

1 min

Residents Demand Construction Permits, Compliance Certificates

The Waluj Mahanagar Bachav Kruti Samiti has demanded that the residents of Waluj Mahanagar should be given construction permits and compliance certificates immediately.

1 min

Tribal girls' absenteeism to be curbed

The administration is committed to the good health of students belonging to the Scheduled Tribe category.

1 min

Nylon Manja Injures Biker

A shocking incident occurred in the Wadala Naka area of Nashik on Wednesday evening, where a biker's throat was slit by a nylon manja while he was returning home from work.

1 min

New tender process to help NMC resolve parking issue

Keeping in mind the failure to manage parking slots through a specific company, the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has decided to address the parking issue independently, instead of relying on Smart City, as a matter of urgency.

1 min

Stolen Cash, Jewellery, Valuables Returned

The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Rural Police have returned the cash, jewellery and valuables worth Rs38.61 lakh, stolen up to 15 years ago, to the residents after investigating the cases on Wednesday under guidance of Superintendent of Police (SP) Vinaykumar Rathod and Additional SP Sunil Lanjewar.

1 min

Guv inaugurates synthetic track and hospital on wheels

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan inaugurated a state-of-the-art synthetic track and a \"Hospital on Wheels\" facility at the Bhusawal Railway Grounds on Wednesday, Jan 8.

1 min

Akrosh Morcha against Deshmukh, Suryawanshi deaths on January 19

The all-religions, all-parties \"Akrosh Morcha\" will be organised in Chhatrapati Sambajinagar on Jan 19 to press the demand for death penalties for the culprits in the Santosh Deshmukh and Somnath Suryawanshi cases.

1 min

Journalism, administration two wheels of society: Swami

\"While the administration takes development schemes and measures to various strata of society, journalism gives information about them to the people. Hence, administration and journalism are two wheels of the society's chariot,\" opined District Collector Dilip Swami.

1 min

Re-tendering for city cleaning contracts

Tender conditions raise questions

1 min

Probe Will Reveal If Killers Had Political Backing: Kin

A month is over, yet an accused is still at large, victim Santosh Deshmukh's brother laments

1 min

Equity MF Inflows Grow 14% to ₹41,156 cr in Dec

Small and mid-cap mutual fund inflows touch record highs

1 min

Indian mission officials of 20 nations asked to work on specific market opportunities to boost exports

The commerce ministry has asked the commercial wings of Indian Missions of 20 countries to specifically identify market opportunities in six goods and services to promote India's exports, an official said on Thursday.

1 min

Come to office and work 90-hr a week: L&T head

After Infosys' NR Narayana Murthy's controversial 70-hour-a-week work, it is now the turn of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman S N. Subrahmanyan, who has gone beyond Murthy's work call, suggesting employees to work 90 hours a week -- including Sundays -- to stay competitive.

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Bank Officers' Union Threatens Nationwide Strike

Bank officers' union AIBOC on Thursday threatened to go on a nationwide strike on Feb 24-25 to press for their various demands, including a 5-day work week and adequate recruitment in all cadres.

1 min

Govt to soon launch new credit guarantee scheme for MSME sector up to ₹100 crore

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju on Thursday said the government would soon launch a new credit guarantee scheme for the MSME sector covering loans up to Rs 100 crore.

1 min

Most gilts end little changed post firm buyback result

Prices of most government bonds ended little changed from the previous close, recovering losses earlier in the day after cut-off prices at the gilt buyback auction were slightly better than expected.

1 min

Govt to give ₹35,000 cr LPG subsidy to IOC, BPCL, HPCL

The government is likely to provide a subsidy of Rs 35,000 crore to state-owned Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) to make up for losses they incurred on selling the fuel this fiscal, sources said.

1 min

Rural Consumption Will Rise, But Urban Consumption May Slow Down Further in FY26

Consumption loans, which previously offset income sluggishness, have also slowed, dropping from 25% growth in FY24 to 15% in FY25

1 min

Kumaraswamy Red Flags High Mineral Tax by K'taka Govt

The additional taxes on mining operations by the Karnataka government will adversely affect the steel and mining sector, Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy said on Thursday.

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Aim to become no. 1 country in auto segment: Nitin Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday highlighted the growth of the country's auto sector in the past few years, during which it became the third biggest player in the segment, and said the aim is to become number one.

1 min

Markets Tumble Nearly 1% Amid Broad-Based Sell-off

Abysmally Low Chinese Inflation Data, An Indication of Poor Demand, and a Sell-Off in US Bonds Added to the Pressure

1 min

Adani Group to Raise ₹7,148 Crore From FMCG Firm Adani Wilmar Stake Sale

The OFS Will Include an Option to Additionally Sell Up to 8.44 Cr Shares

1 min

Saatvik Green Energy bags ₹1,500-cr order to supply 1 GW solar PV modules

Saatvik Green Energy on Thursday said it has secured a contract worth Rs 1,500 crore from a leading energy producer for the supply of 1 GW solar PV modules.

1 min

KredX gets RBI nod to launch TReDS platform

Supply chain finance platform KredX on Thursday said it has received the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) final approval to commercially launch its Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) platform under the brand name DTX.

1 min

Jupiter International to Invest ₹6,500 Cr on Capacity Expansion

Solar solutions provider Jupiter International on Thursday said that it will invest Rs 6,500 crore in capacity expansion in the next three years.

1 min

Inshorts' Azhar Iqbal Launches New Venture Fenado AI

Inshorts co-founder Azhar Iqbal on Thursday announced the launch of his new venture Fenado AI, a platform for building apps and websites without coding knowledge.

1 min

NRAI to file complaint against Zomato, Swiggy over 'pvt labelling', food delivery via separate apps

Opposing \"private labelling\" by Zomato and Swiggy and their recent foray into quick commerce food delivery via separate apps, restaurant body NRAI on Thursday said it will file complaints with \"relevant regulatory authorities\" and initiate legal action to prevent them from monopolising the market.

1 min

Tata Elxsi Dec quarter net falls most in 17 qtrs

Tata Elxsi Ltd. Thursday reported lower-than-expected net profit and revenue for the December quarter.

1 min

Kolkata-based Fusion CX Acquires USA-based BPO

Kolkata-based customer experience outsourcing firm Fusion CX on Thursday announced the acquisition of S4 Communications, a US-based provider of business process outsourcing (BPO) services with operations in America and the Philippines, in a deal whose value was not disclosed.

1 min

CMA R K Mohapatra awarded honorary doctorate by The Thames International University, France

The prestigious Honoris Causa Doctorate (Ph.D.) award was conferred upon distinguished professionals, scholars, and leaders who have significantly impacted society, industry, and academia.

1 min

TCS Q3 PAT rises 12% to ₹12,380 cr

Declares special dividend of ₹66 per share

1 min

Fintech Tide Looks to Onboard 10 Lakh MSMEs by 2025-End

SME-focused business financial platform Tide looks to onboard 5 lakh MSMEs to reach 10 lakh members by December 2025 on the back of new AI-powered solutions, a top company official said on Thursday.

1 min

Wall Street May Slash 2 Million Jobs as AI Erodes Roles

Back office, middle office and operations are likely to be most at risk, Tomasz Noetzel, BI senior analyst said

1 min

23450 Key Support Level for Nifty

Till Nifty holds below 23600 zones, weakness could be seen towards 23450 then 23300 zones while hurdles are placed at 23700 then 23800 zones

2 mins

HMPV FEAR AND STOCK MARKET: THE HMPV IMPACT DECODED

In early 2025, the HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) virus created an atmosphere of fear among Indian citizens and in the markets.

1 min

AP CM Naidu cracks whip, transfers SP

A day after the Tirupati temple stampede that left six people dead and dozens injured, the Andhra Pradesh government ordered a judicial inquiry, besides transferring three senior officials including the district Superintendent of Police.

1 min

AAP Accuses Congress of 'Secret' Alliance with BJP

Kejriwal has task cut out as BJP threat looms

2 mins

Re-think INDIA bloc future: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah has called for introspection within the Opposition's INDIA Alliance, questioning its leadership and agenda.

1 min

Maha Kumbh 2013-2025: A fourfold growth story

Prayagraj is alive with anticipation as it prepares to host the Maha Kumbh 2025, an event that promises to redefine the scale and grandeur of spiritual gatherings.

2 mins

Delhi dangal: Sops opera galore

To counter AAP-led govt, BJP too may bring its own free power scheme, announces other doles ahead of polls

2 mins

India Invites Pak, Bangla for IMD's 150 Years Celebration

The government has invited officials from all countries, including Pakistan, that were once part of undivided India to mark 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

1 min

Eye on CM post, DKS prays to Goddess who neutralises foes

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar on Thursday offered special prayers and pooja along with his wife Usha Shivakumar at Sri Matha Pratyangira Devi Temple in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu.

1 min

Malayalam Cult Singer Jayachandran No More

P Jayachandran, noted Malayalam playback singer and a contemporary of Yesudas, passed away in Thrissur Thursday evening.

1 min

Digitise documents of Bhopal gas survivors

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the Union health ministry secretary, state chief secretary, and Bhopal Memorial Hospital and Research Centre to finalise an action plan within a week to digitise medical records of the 1984 gas tragedy patients.

1 min

RG KAR: Judgment Likely on January 18

Judgment in the rape and murder of an on-duty doctor at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in August last year will be delivered on January 18 by the designated judge of Sealdah court here.

1 min

3 Naxals killed in encounter

The shootout took place in a forest on Sukma-Bijapur border

1 min

Flag meeting held at Petrapole border

A high-level meeting took place between IG, South Bengal Frontier, BSF, and Regional Commander, South West Region, BGB at Petrapole-Benapole amid fresh tension over fencing at West Bengal's Malda on Thursday.

1 min

Day 4: Rescue efforts continue

CIL brings heavy-duty pump; WCL team reaches site

1 min

Shell firms: ED uncovers Rs 10K cr scam

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), in its ongoing investigation into illegal foreign remittances, has uncovered a network of 98 alleged dummy partnership firms and 12 private limited companies.

1 min

Goa pitches for ₹32,746 cr with Finance Commission

COMMISSION CHIEF SAYS GOA ALSO WANTS TO RAISE SHARE OF DIVISIBLE POOL OF REVENUES DEVOLVED TO STATES

1 min

80-yr-old woman sets example by exiting welfare scheme, cites financial stability

Octogenerian's Unique Gesture

2 mins

Man spared from further jail as court sets off sentence

CONVICTED OF ATTEMPTED MURDER...

1 min

Govt Mandates All Dept Heads To Tune Into 'Mann Ki Baat' Broadcast

The Pramod Sawant-led government has mandated that the heads of all its departments must listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast.

1 min

Goa powers on, renewable energy parks on horizon

They will house solar park, wind park, hybrid park and storage projects

1 min

30 Noise Hotspots Identified, Most Along North Goa Coast

Decibel Levels Surpass 75, Some Places Over 100 at Night

2 mins

Schools face rating downgrade if teacher info not provided

BOARD SETS FINAL DEADLINE OF JAN 13

1 min

RTGS centralizes data integration for governance

Real-Time Governance Society looks to leveraging this data, the government can manage assets, monitor schemes, and ensure that benefits reach people at the grassroots level

2 mins

AWBI & NALSAR Ink MoU to Train Animal Welfare Reps

The training will be conducted in batches, with a maximum of 25 participants per session and will span a minimum of three days

1 min

TCSB on a Warpath Against Cyber Crooks

In a bid to safeguard the interests of people from the cyber crooks, the Telangana Cyber security bureau has launched a campaign to educate the people about the different cyber threats, digital arrest, etc., by holding meetings at different places, and also rallies.

1 min

Deputy CM Inaugurates Power Substation in Edutla Village

Telangana deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka inaugurated the newly established 33/11KV power substation in Edutla village of Gopalpet mandal.

1 min

Ten handloom clusters to come up in Andhra

In a major leg-up to the handloom sector, the Andhra Pradesh Government is planning to establish 10 handloom clusters in the state, informed Savitha, Minister for Backward Classes and Textiles at Niche Handloom Marketing Expo here on Thursday.

1 min

AP ministers visit hospital, console victim's family

Minister Satya Prasad announced that Rs. 25 lakhs will be given to each of the deceased

1 min

Mohan Babu gets relief in SC

Film actor and producer Mohan Babu has got relief in the Supreme Court.

1 min

TGSRTC to Run 6,432 Special Buses for Sankranti

As part of the State govt's Mahalaxmi scheme, free bus transport facility for women in Palle Velugu, Express, City Ordinary and Metro Express buses running for Sankranti will be implemented as usual

1 min

No confusion in Karnataka Congress: Home Minister

'Row created by the media, all is well'

1 min

BJP MLC Ravi Records Statement with CID Over Belagavi Attack

Ravi also mentioned that video and CCTV footage of the incident would be examined as part of the investigation.

1 min

Naxalism 'more or less' ended in K'taka: Min

Naxalism has \"more or less\" ended in Karnataka, Home Minister G Parameshwara said on Thursday, following the surrender of six Maoists.

1 min

Namma Metro fare hike sparks concerns over cost and service quality

Commuters express concerns about rising costs and stagnant service quality, and call for better infrastructure.

2 mins

Govt ready to provide Rs 9,500 advance to ASHA workers

Health Minister Dinesh Gundurao visited the ASHA workers' protest site at Freedom Park on Wednesday evening and urged them to call off the protest, requesting their cooperation in continuing to provide health services.

1 min

Min: No power cuts this summer

Karnataka Energy Minister K J George on Thursday said the state is anticipating a power consumption of 19,000 megawatts.

1 min

Govt may ban private vehicles in Chamundi Hills

Mysuru district administration and Srikshetra Chamundi Hills Development Authority plan to restrict the entry of all private vehicles to Chamundi Hills.

1 min

Space science is complex, time consuming: Somanath

ISRO chairman S Somanath on Thursday said space science is not just about the excitement of becoming astronomers, but it also involves complex and time-consuming science, an expertise that can only be built persistently over the years.

2 mins

Name Transfer Process Simplified Through Sugam App

In a significant move to streamline administrative processes, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai called for the introduction of an easy and transparent name transfer system through the Sugam App.

1 min

SEC Issues Guidelines for Security Deposit

The State Election Commission Chhattisgarh has released new guidelines concerning the security deposit required from candidates contesting municipal general and by-elections.

1 min

HC Rejects Bail Plea of Mahadev Satta App Promoter

The High Court of Chhattisgarh has rejected the bail plea of Amit Agarwal, one of the promoters of the Mahadev Satta App.

1 min

Ambedkar Hospital introduces Ward-based blood sample collection

In a move to enhance patient care, the Health Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, has introduced a new system at Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Medical College Hospital to simplify blood sample collection for inpatients.

1 min

3 Arrested, 43 kg of Pangolin Scales Seized

The Chhattisgarh Forest Department has achieved another significant milestone in its fight against wildlife smuggling.

1 min

Chimney collapse leaves 1 dead, several trapped

Industrial accident

2 mins

Suresh hatched conspiracy to kill Journalist Mukesh: SIT

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by IPS Mayank Gurjar has submitted its report on the murder of NDTV journalist Mukesh Chandrakar.

2 mins

Khudia Reservoir emerges as a centre of tourism

The Khudia Reservoir, officially known as the Rajiv Gandhi Reservoir, nestled in the scenic Mungeli district of Chhattisgarh, is emerging as a major hub of natural beauty and tourism.

1 min

Kashmiri Youth Marvel At Adani's Hazira Port

Under the Kashmiri Youth Exchange Program, 132 young individuals from Jammu and Kashmir had a remarkable opportunity to explore Adani Hazira Port in Surat, a pivotal hub for India's import-export operations.

1 min

Surat Hosts Annual “CC KLT 3.0” Event

CC KLT 3.0 (Know, Like, Trust), the flagship annual programme of Corporate Connections, Surat, witnessed enthusiastic participation from prominent industry leaders and representatives from Surat.

1 min

Chiripal Bestowed 'Pride of Ahmedabad'

In a moment of great pride for Ahmedabad-headquartered, textile-led diversified conglomerate Chiripal Group, Shri Vishal Chiripal, the promoter of the group, was conferred with the prestigious 'Pride of Ahmedabad' Award by the Indian Red Cross Society.

1 min

Avinya Ventures Hosts Startup Mixer 2.0

Avinya Ventures hosted its Startup Mixer 2.0 at The Amore, Surat, reaffirming its role in fostering India's startup ecosystem in association with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

1 min

State BJP in turmoil over new set-up

As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gears up for Uttarayan, its Gujarat headquarters are abuzz with preparations for a significant organizational overhaul.

1 min

Car to railway for inspection duty

The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) will provide an Innova worth 18 lakhs for inspection duties, as the railway does not have a vehicle.

1 min

Bizman Arrested in US

Bhavesh Patel's firms illegally exported chemicals for making Fentanyl, a drug, in guise of Vit C supplements or antacids

2 mins

Facelift for Suvali Beach

In a major push to boost beach tourism in Gujarat, the Suvali Beach near Surat is set to undergo significant development, thanks to the efforts of Choryasi MLA Sandeep Desai and the guidance of State BJP President CR Paatil.

1 min

AM/NS India Powers Anji Khad Bridge With Steel

Engineering Marvel

1 min

Pachmarhi freezes @ 1.9°C; 5° in Bhopal

The state is in the grip of a cold wave with Pachmarhi freezing at 1.9 degrees Celsius and Shahdol at 2.3 degrees Celsius.

1 min

MP@2047: Draft focuses on boosting GDP, farmers' gains

8 working groups to give suggestions

1 min

SC Green Light to Contest New Drug & Clinical Trial Rule

■ EOW reported 32 deaths in MP, 49 other left with permanent physical harm ■ As per the agency, the doctors involved in illegal trials earned approximately Rs. 5.10 crore by conducting 76 clinical trials on 3,307 persons in Indore

1 min

State BJP leaders on radar of Central agencies

Three raids, carried out in connection with financial irregularities in the state in the past 20 days, have kicked up a political storm.

1 min

Four generations of 15 tribal families have yet to see school

Kundul village in Balaghat district lacks school, hospital, road, power and water | The villagers are not acquainted with their elected representatives

1 min

HC Nixes PIL on Temples in Police Stations

Claiming violation of SC order, petitioner moved HS stating that 800 police stations out of 1,259 have places of worship on premises

1 min

1.6L names of Ladli Behnas deleted due to ineligibility

Over 1.63 lakh women are not going to get the benefits of the Ladli Behna Yojna in January.

1 min

10 Identified, 6 Held for Attack on Kalra Family

CM instructs police to take strict action against accused

1 min

MP ATS Hands Over Three Suspects to Cyber Police

Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (MP ATS) has handed over three remaining accused in a cybercrime case to the state Cyber Police for further investigation.

1 min

Fake hotel booking costs naib tehsildar Rs 2.64L

New Year celebrations turn sour

1 min

Gender, power, and identity: The duality of Emilia Perez

Exploring gender, redemption, and societal norms through Jacques Audiard's award-winning musical drama

3 mins

Talent and not nepotism should be the rule in judges' selection

Excluding familial ties in appointments will enhance judicial diversity and merit-based recruitment

4 mins

Words Wound Deep

Chemmanur's behaviour on multiple occasions has raised questions about the responsibilities of public figures

1 min

UGC Draft Merits Debate

Under the new regulations, a student with a background in economics or history could potentially teach English literature at the college level, as performance in the competitive test will be the determining factor

2 mins

Apocalyptic inferno consumes LA

Harrowing escapes from hell

4 mins

Tibet quake: Search for survivors called off

Authorities moved more than 45,000 people in earthquake-hit Tibet to shelters in a massive rescue operation near the foot of the Himalayas, as they wound down the search in a high-altitude environment where the odds of survival were always slim.

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NY Court Declines to Block Don's Sentencing

New York's highest court on Thursday declined to block Donald Trump's upcoming sentencing in his hush money case, leaving the US Supreme Court as the president-elect's likely last option to prevent the hearing from taking place Friday.

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Trump's View Is 'Imperialistic'

Trump's view on Greenland and Panama reflect 19th century imperialism

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B'desh May Face Power Cuts: BIPPA

The Bangladesh Independent Power Producers Association (BIPPA) has urged the government to clear half of its overdue payments, amounting to Tk 9,000 crore, within the next 10 days or face disruptions in electricity supply during Ramzan, the Daily Star has said.

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Trump Lashes Out at Rival, Gov Newsom

As a cataclysm fueled by windstorms charred swathes of Los Angeles, President-elect Donald Trump spotted an opportunity.

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Army chief may be Lebanon's prez

Lebanon's parliament looks set to elect army chief Joseph Aoun as head of state on Thursday, three senior political sources said, ending a presidential vacuum which has persisted since 2022 and showing the diminished sway of the Iran-backed Hezbollah.

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Cummins injury scare for Australia

Skipper to undergo scan on sore ankle as Champions Trophy looms

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Mo Farah Unveiled as Ambassador

60,000+ Runners Set to Participate in the 20th Tata Mumbai Marathon

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Rajasthan Ride on Tomar's Ton

Bengal lose despite Shami's three-wicket haul in Vijay Hazare Trophy

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Being a psychology student has helped me

It's all in the mind, and young India cricketer Pratika Rawal recognised this early in life when she decided to take up psychology, a subject that is now helping her cement her place in the senior national women's team.

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SINNER, DJOKOVIC IN OPPOSITE HALVES

Aryna Sabalenka who aims for hat-trick of titles at Melbourne Park, meets former US Open champion Stephens in first round

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India Women Eye Dominant Show Under Mandhana

Riding high on a dominant performance against the West Indies, India under Smriti Mandhana will look to carry forward their winning momentum when they take on Ireland in the first-ever women's bilateral series, with the opening ODI scheduled here on Friday.

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Tottenham Beats Liverpool in Semis

Bentancur injury, first in-stadium announcement highlight the game

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Giles Shield: MES Chembur to clash with Dnyanandeep

Defending champions Modern English Chembur has been drawn in Group B in the MSSA Giles Shield Super League cum Knockout boys under-14 cricket tournament.

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Maha Dominance

State boys and girls teams score comprehensive wins in 50th Junior National Kabaddi Championship

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Baby Bazooka Clinches Madras Race Club Trophy

Baby Bazooka crossed the finish line 3/4 of a length ahead of Irish Gold, securing the win in some style.

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Thrills and elegance await at Indian Oaks

Three Grade One races are set to highlight the ninth day of the Mumbai racing season, scheduled to take place on Saturday at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse.

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Elevate your home with these curtain and shade trends

Interior decor is an ever-evolving landscape, and staying ahead of the curve is essential to creating a stylish and inviting home.

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Can coffee worsen menstrual cramps?

Alternatives to try during menstruation

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What your face acne says about your health?

Acne is indeed a widespread skin condition, affecting millions of people of all ages worldwide.

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Health and environmental benefits of solar energy

The natural, unlimited, and renewable energy source, solar energy is the ultimate source of pure energy.

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The Goat Life Nominated for Sound Editing Award

In a significant achievement for Indian cinema, the feature film The Goat Life has been nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Editing – Feature International at the 72nd Annual Motion Picture Sound Editors (MPSE) Golden Reel Awards.

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Pritish Nandy Death: Celebs Mourn Filmmaker's Demise

Pritish Nandy was not only a celebrated journalist but also hosted a popular talk show, The Pritish Nandy Show, on Doordarshan in the 1990s, where he interviewed several celebrities. As a film producer, Nandy made a significant impact in the early 2000s with films like Kaante, Jhankaar Beats, Chameli, and Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi.

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Hollywood Celebs Who Lost Their Homes to LA Wildfires

The massive wildfires in Los Angeles have gutted hundreds of homes, and those include the luxurious abodes of some of the biggest names of Hollywood.

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Int'l meet on girls' education in Muslim communities

MALALA TO BE ONE OF THE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

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'Chai Wale Baba' guiding civil service aspirants for 40 yrs

Chai Wale Baba,\" a tea seller turned ascetic from Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, has been providing free coaching for civil services aspirants for the past 40 years without eating or speaking anything.

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Mo Farah Is Ambassador For Mumbai Marathon

60k Runners To Take Part In World's Top 10 Marathons

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Haryana Steelers to celebrate title with Victory Parade

AFTER THEIR MAIDEN WIN IN PRO KABBADI LEAGUE

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Fun crafts, recipes and quizzes for Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal!

Connect the Dots, Colour the Picture!

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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.