The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - January 04, 2025

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January 04, 2025

Apple to pay USD 95m in suit

Its virtual assistant Siri was accused of snooping on private conversations

2 mins

Another China Virus Ignites Concerns

Covid Spectre - Union ministry says no reason for alarm even as it advises precautions need to be taken; monitoring the outbreak

2 mins

Brickbats to bouquets for Fadnavis from UBT Sena

The barbs have turned into flowers, with words of fulsome praise. Indicating that the bitterness between the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is over, Shiv Sena UBT spoke highly of the initiatives taken by Fadnavis for the development of Gadchiroli district.

2 mins

Street food vendors now on GST radar

Street vendors have become the latest targets of GST demand notices for crossing the Rs40 lakh threshold in business transactions.

1 min

Pressure mounting on Munde to put in papers

Munde's party, the NCP, has adopted a 'wait-and-see' approach until the inquiry concludes

1 min

Malegaon money laundering case: Two more arrested

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has made fresh arrests in connection with the Malegaon money laundering case, identifying the accused as Mohsin Ahmed Mustakali Khilji and Sharif Miya Amirmiya Shaikh.

1 min

Rajan gang member held after 16 years

A member of the Chhota Rajan gang, who had been absconding for 16 years in an attempt to murder case, has been apprehended from the eastern suburbs.

1 min

Bhujbal, Pawar Sr share stage in Pune

This is the second meeting between Sharad Pawar and Chhagan Bhujbal since the split in the NCP

1 min

Acquisition of Air India building gains momentum

While the space crunch in Mantralaya is making it difficult to accommodate newly sworn-in ministers and the state departments, the acquisition of the Air India building is taking speed.

1 min

BMC Engineer Assoc demands suspension of H-W ward officer

Condemning the inhuman treatment given to the H-West (Bandra) ward's assistant engineer Sachin Hanamdar, the Municipal Engineers' Association (MEA) is launching a protest at the H-West ward office on Monday.

1 min

Trailer crash throws 5 vehicles into Mithi

In an accident at the Dharavi-Mahim Junction early Friday morning, a trailer collided with vehicles parked alongside the Mithi River, throwing five vehicles into the water.

1 min

Modern Classrooms Land City Principal on NCSL Event List

The headmaster of Lion MP Bhuta Sion Sarvajanik School in Mumbai, Jagdish Indalkar, has been selected as one of the 55 leaders to participate in the national school leaders' conference.

1 min

2 Airport Staff Caught for Gold Smuggling

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Friday claimed to have busted a four-member gang, including two persons working at the Mumbai airport, instrumental in gold smuggling.

1 min

Broker gets relief in SEBI case due to torn cover

Broker was fined ₹5 lakh for alleged violations; case dates back to 2014

1 min

Hi-tech ROVs to scan BWSL; first in 16 yrs

Costing ₹7cr, move aims to check underwater areas

1 min

Once meant for city's safety, fire hydrants going extinct

Fire hydrants, which were once widely installed on the streets for the city's fire safety, are slowly becoming extinct.

1 min

River regulation zone: Greens say no lessons learnt

Even a decade after scrapping the River Regulation Zone (RRZ) in Maharashtra, no lessons have been learnt to safeguard the river banks despite a series of floods and flash floods in Kalyan Shil, Badlapur and Chiplun, environmentalists said quoting information obtained under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.

1 min

Bid to extort ₹1 cr from man in rape case

The Charkop police have registered an FIR against four persons for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 1 crore from a married man after having him arrested in a rape case.

1 min

₹96 L rly job fraud: Man acquitted for want of evidence

Case registered on complaint of a man from Nerul

1 min

PMPML's maintenance woes continue

The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) is grappling with a persistent maintenance crisis, with over 15% of its buses regularly off the roads and parked in the garage due to repair works. Recent data provided by PMPML reveals that in 2024, 15,719 buses experienced breakdowns, a slight improvement from 17,784 in 2023.

1 min

Direct flight launched between PNQ and IXE

In good news for Punekars, a direct Air India Express flight between Pune and Mangalore will begin today (January 4) to boost regional connectivity.

1 min

1.5 cr women take benefit of Mahila Samman Scheme

The Mahila Sannaman scheme offers women passengers a 50% concession on MSRTC bus fares

1 min

RBI May Reduce Policy Rates by 50 bps in First Half of 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to cut policy rates by 50 basis points (bps) in the first half of 2025, says a report by Jefferies.

1 min

Govt cuts gas allocation for LPG, diverts to city gas retailers

The government has slashed allocation of natural gas used for LPG production, and diverted the low-priced fuel to city gas retailers like Indraprastha Gas Ltd and Adani-Total Gas Ltd to meet a part of their requirement for CNG/piped cooking gas supplies, according to an official order.

1 min

DFS Secy Launches Revamped 'BAANKNET' Portal for E-Auction of Properties as 1-Stop Destination

Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju on Friday launched the revamped 'Baanknet' portal for e-auction of properties including commercial properties, industrial land, shops, vehicles, agricultural and non-agricultural (NA) land.

1 min

Indian Banks to See Range-Bound 12.5% Credit Growth in 2024-25: HSBC

Credit growth of Indian banks is expected to witness a range-bound 12.5 percent growth in the current financial year 2025, HSBC Global Research said in a report, attaching a rider that slowdown in GDP growth remains a downside risk.

1 min

DPIIT, Startup Policy Forum Partner to Establish India as Global Innovation Hub

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, on Friday announced a partnership with the Startup Policy Forum (SPF) aimed at establishing India as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

1 min

RBI Lifts Restrictions on Arohan Financial Services

The RBI on Friday lifted the restrictions placed on Arohan Financial Services Limited with immediate effect.

1 min

NSE Achieves Record Numbers of IPOs in 2024

The Indian stock market witnessed an initial public offering (IPO) boom in 2024 as compared to any other global stock exchange, with the National Stock Exchange's (NSE) Rs 1.67 lakh crore ($19.5 billion) capital raised through them becoming the highest in the world, according to a report by the exchange on Friday.

1 min

PLI Schemes to Boost Revenue of 720 Cos by $459 Bn Over Next 5 Yrs

The central government's Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes could generate an incremental revenue of USD 459 billion over the next 5-6 years across more than 720 companies, according to a report by Goldman Sachs.

1 min

Smartphone Market to Cross $50 Billion in Value This Year

Rising demand for premium devices, led by Apple and Samsung, is expected to increase India's smartphone market size to over USD 50 billion (about Rs 4,28,900 crore) this year, market research firm Counterpoint Technology Market Research said on Friday.

1 min

How Rebalancing Your Portfolio Can Boost Your 2025 Goals

The beginning of a new year is more than just a time to reset personal and professional goals; it's the perfect moment to revisit and rebalance your investment portfolio.

1 min

Panel to review English-medium Raj govt schools

Rajasthan's BJP government has formed a four-member ministerial committee to review the English-medium government schools started by the previous Congress government.

1 min

Sambhal violence: Setback for SP MP

Allahabad HC rejects plea to cancel FIR against Ziaur Rahman Barq

1 min

Dinner politics sets political mills abuzz in K'taka Congress

A dinner meeting attended by chief minister Siddaramaiah at his senior Cabinet colleague and Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Satish Jarkiholi has given way for political speculation.

1 min

3 Naxals Killed by Security Forces

Two 12 bore guns and explosives have been recovered from the spot

1 min

Delhi fog disrupts 100 flights

More than 100 flights were delayed at the Delhi airport on Friday morning as visibility dropped to zero in some areas due to dense fog.

1 min

SFX veneration ends today, footfalls may cross 80 lakh

Cardinal Ferrao, Auxiliary Bishop Simiao to preside over solemn finale on Sunday

2 mins

Fatorda police foil Margao civic body's sopo fee collection bid

Fatorda police intervened on Friday morning to stop the Margao Municipal-appointed contractor from collecting sopo fees from the paved parking strip outside the wholesale fish market.

1 min

Mumbai Tourists Assaulted at Calangute Shack, 6 Held

Incident Snowballs After a Petty Issue, Second Assault on Tourists in a Week

1 min

Nara Lokesh inspects AP-Maker-Lab-On-Wheels

The innovative project, launched in collaboration with the renowned software giant Infosys, showcases the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT)

2 mins

Water sports launched at Thatipudi Reservoir

For water sports lovers, there is some exciting news. Adventure water sports was inaugurated by State SERP, Small Industries, and NRI Affairs Minister Kondapalli Srinivas at the Thatipudi Reservoir in Gantyada Mandal here on Friday.

1 min

Minister Assures Water Supply in Sangareddy

Telangana Medical and Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha said on Friday that water will be supplied to every household in the Sangareddy municipal limits through the Amrut Jala Scheme at a cost of Rs. 44 crore.

1 min

Officials gear up for Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival in Mysuru

Additional Deputy Commissioner Dr P Shivaraju on Friday urged officials and the public to ensure the success of the six-day Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival 2025, scheduled to be held from 14 January at the Kalamandira premises in Mysuru.

1 min

President Murmu hails NIMHANS for its integrated medicine services

TALKS ABOUT DIFFERENT KINDS OF MEDITATION

2 mins

Dy CM Inspects PM Awas Yojana Construction

C'garh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma visited Kabirdham, where he met beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in village Tiwari Nawangaon.

1 min

Over 40% AMC projects incomplete

The ambitious ₹5,501 crore development plan announced by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) for the 2024-25 fiscal year has hit a significant roadblock, with less than 60% of the projects completed by December 2024.

1 min

Statue of Unity Attracted 58.25L Visitors in '24

The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, has achieved a remarkable milestone in 2024 by welcoming a record-breaking 58.25 lakh visitors.

1 min

CM's gifts' auction raises ₹36.97L for girls' education

The Gujarat government has raised Rs 36.97 lakh in the auction of gifts and mementoes received by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel within three months of the launch of a dedicated portal for the sale of Toshakhana gifts.

1 min

6-Year-Old Girl Raped, Killed in Seoni Malwa

Accused Took Girl to Jungle Where He Committed Heinous Acts Before Killing Her to Conceal His Identity

1 min

Lost in Translation: Implementation of New Jail Manual of MP Put Off

Differences Between English and Hindi Versions of Draft Force Postponement

1 min

Maha CM Fadnavis and the flawed moral of tortoise tale

Slow, steady governance may not always win the race, as Fadnavis' tenure shows

3 mins

US soldier shot self in head before blast

CYBER TRUCK EXPLOSION

1 min

'Hide photos, maps of Russian oil refineries'

The court orders the search engine to exclude information about the refineries' infrastructure and images from Yandex Maps due to attacks by Ukraine

1 min

Ukrainian Refugees to Pay: Fico

Fico Said He Will Propose Halting Electricity Exports to Ukraine and \"Sharply Reducing\" Financial Support for Refugees

1 min

In 24 Hrs, 68 Dead In Israeli Strikes

Highest Toll In Weeks - Gaza Head Of Police Killed, IDF Claims To Have Eliminated Hamas Leader Who Led Forces In Southern Part

2 mins

Luxury In Every Bubble

Whirlpool tubs are more than just a place to bathe—they're an oasis of relaxation and comfort right in your home. They're great for unwinding after a long day or adding a touch of luxury to your bathroom. They offer a spa-like experience, perfect for anyone living a modern lifestyle.

2 mins

Where modern meets rustic

The concept for this clubhouse design centers around the integration of architectural design with natural surroundings, emphasizing a deep connection to the earth. This 2500 sq. ft. clubhouse in Salisbury Park, Pune, is envisioned as a sanctuary where modern functionality meets rustic charm.

2 mins

'HD Hyundai has become No. 1 exporter of crawler excavators from India'

Rajiv Chaturvedi, Vice President, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment India, discusses the company's cutting-edge advancements

2 mins

Sany eyes high note in India growth story

Sanjay Saxena, COO - Sales, Marketing & Customer Support (India & South Asia), SANY India, talks about the company's impressive performance and future outlook

2 mins

Czeching all the boxes

The Škoda Kylaq is the Czech car-maker's first-ever sub-four metre sport utility vehicle (SUV) in India and the third car tailor-made for our country

3 mins

Eight foods high in beta-carotene

When you think of foods rich in beta-carotene, you think of carrots, isn't it? But, apart from carrots, there are other good dietary sources of this vital nutrient as well.

3 mins

Roaring ambition, tame execution

In this film, the latest entry in Sony's Spider-Verse that doesn't have Spider-Man, Aaron Taylor-Johnson flexes his physical and metaphorical muscles as Sergei Kravinoff, a Russian antihero gifted with the powers of a lion and a script that feels less jungle king and more declawed housecat.

2 mins

Inn Galiyon Mein Announced

Jaaved Jaaferi-starrer film sheds light on the complexities of relationships

1 min

Facing Bumrah at SCG Will Be a Huge Challenge, Admits Webster

Debutant all-rounder Beau Webster feels facing ace India pacer Jasprit Bumrah will be an enormous challenge on the SCG pitch which is helping seamers, and the Australian did not place his finger on an ideal first innings score.

1 min

Bumrah Lauds Skipper Rohit's Leadership

Mumbaikar's decision handed his deputy Bumrah the captaincy role for the fifth and final Test in Sydney

2 mins

Pant feels he wasn't himself on opening day of the fifth Test

Wicket-keeper batter says nature of the wicket was the reason why he decided to play a grinding innings

1 min

Karun Nair sets new record

VIJAY HAZARE TROPHY - Vidarbha batter scores most runs (542) without being dismissed; Shreyas Iyer's century fires Mumbai to big victory

2 mins

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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.