The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - January 28, 2025

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January 28, 2025

Mansarovar Yatra, direct air flights on

India and China on Monday decided to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra as the two sides agreed to take people-centric steps to \"stabilise and rebuild\" ties.

1 min

Cheap Chinese A.I. choice jolts Silicon Valley

Global markets were rattled on Monday as Chinese start-up DeepSeek blindsided tech investors with a disruptive A.I. breakthrough.

1 min

JPC RIDES ROUGHSHOD OVER OPPN

In a move that has sparked intense debate and political friction, the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Monday cleared the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, approving 14 amendments proposed by the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) while rejecting all suggestions from the Opposition.

3 mins

Much song and dance about Chhaava number

The much-anticipated historical film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Rashmika Mandanna as Yesubai Bhonsale, has sparked controversy ahead of its release.

1 min

Man, 20, girl, 15, die on rly tracks

JUMPED IN FRONT OF GARIB RATH EXPRESS

1 min

Govt Invites Application for SEBI Chief Post

With less than a month left for the tenure of Madhabi Puri Buch to end as the chairperson of SEBI, the Ministry of Finance has invited applications for the post.

1 min

Phir wahi dil laya hoon

The two leaders said they are committed to a mutually beneficial and trusted partnership. Both already have strategic relations

1 min

Shah takes a holy dip, Kharge takes a snipe

The optics of faith and its political messaging dominated the headlines on Monday, as Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a blistering attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' rally in Mhow, the birthplace of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

2 mins

UP jugaad: Helmet with a rope at petrol pumps

A peculiar practice at petrol pumps in Uttar Pradesh has triggered widespread discussion on road safety and civic responsibility.

2 mins

Onus on each nation to accept 'illegal' citizens

Trump administration lays down the ground rule, makes Colombian president back off after threatening it with tariffs and visa curbs

2 mins

City's water projects to be completed in three years

A meeting of the MMRDA department was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday, focusing on the growing population in the Mumbai MMR region and the corresponding facilities being provided.

1 min

Tatkare wants Raigad for Aditi; Sena stern on demand

The Shinde camp is asserting its demand for the position citing its significant political presence in the district

1 min

CT matches: MNS seeks Marathi commentary

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena's (MNS) Chitrapat Sena leader Amey Khopkar, along with 10 party workers, was booked for creating a ruckus at the Hotstar office in Lower Parel's Urmi Estate, demanding Marathi commentary for the Champions Trophy ODI tournament on the streaming platform.

1 min

Lezim' dance to be snipped from Chhaava

The scene shows the famous Maratha king Sambhaji Maharaj dancing and playing the 'lezim'

1 min

Damania hands over 'evidence' against Munde

Ajit Pawar promises to discuss Munde's resignation with Fadnavis today

1 min

Setback for UBT, woman leader defects to Shinde

The Shiv Sena (UBT) faced a significant setback ahead of the BMC elections as senior woman leader Rajul Patel joined the Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday.

1 min

Constitution Glory Fest in 6k colleges

To mark the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution, the state will organise a month-long celebration titled \"Constitution Glory Festival\" across over 6,000 colleges in February, announced Minister for Higher and Technical Education, Chandrakantdada Patil.

1 min

Govt proposes leopard sterilisation plan

wild animal-human conflict

1 min

CM rolls out India's first forensic van in Maha

The Maharashtra government has rolled out significant measures aimed at boosting conviction rates and preventing evidence tampering in criminal cases.

1 min

Statewide Crackdown on Single-Use Plastic Users

14.50 tonnes of single-use plastic items were seized during an action period from June 5, 2024, to January 26, 2025.

1 min

MSRTC Gets In-Principle Approval for 25,000 Buses

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has received in-principle approval to expand its fleet with 25,000 new self-owned red buses over the next five years.

1 min

Was told Baba had links with Dawood: Shooter

The confession statement of Shivkumar Gautam alias Shiva, who allegedly shot at Baba Siddique, said that Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, convinced them to kill either Siddique or his son Zeeshan.

1 min

Two bodies found hanging

The Samta Nagar police have recovered the bodies of two people from a house in the Kandivali area.

1 min

Chargesheet silent on Zeeshan's allegations

In his police statement, Zeeshan Siddique had pleaded with the cops to probe whether the Bharat Nagar redevelopment project has any connection with his father's murder.

1 min

Fingerprints mismatch claims untrue

A cop confirmed that the Mumbai police have recorded the statement of a woman in Nadia, West Bengal, in whose name the accused allegedly obtained a SIM. She claimed that her phone was stolen, while the police are cross-verifying her statement. The cop added that, so far, nothing suspicious has come out.

1 min

List steps taken to fill MACT vacancies: HC

The Bombay High Court (HC) took a serious view of the vacancies in the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), asking the state government to file an affidavit regarding the steps taken to fill the posts.

1 min

Board for disabled constituted; talks on key issues in Feb

The state government informed the Bombay High Court (HC) on Monday that it had constituted the state advisory board as required under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

1 min

Saif attack: Questions and more questions

Why Khans, Lilavati Hospital, police are not clearing air; is there something more to story?

2 mins

HC suggests mediation between warring bros

Parties to say on Tuesday whether they are willing to go for mediation

1 min

Parsi trust creates special pits to bury ashes from holy fire

After the civic body banned the immersion of ashes from the holy fires at Parsi-Zoroastrian temples in the sea, special pits have been created near the Tower of Silence cemetery to bury the ashes.

1 min

Usha Uthup, Motwane star on Day 3 of fest

The third day of the silver jubilee edition of Kala Ghoda Arts Festival mesmerised the attendees with music, cinema and art bigwigs.

1 min

Digital arrest scam: Man loses ₹35L

Mumbai continues to witness a surge in \"digital arrest\" scams, with a fresh case emerging from Kandivali, where cyber fraudsters held a 72-year-old man under virtual captivity for 27 days and extorted Rs35 lakh by threatening to implicate him in a money laundering case.

1 min

BMC Considers Selling PAP Flats in Mahul to Civic Employees

In response to requests from the Municipal Workers' Union, BMC now exploring the sale of up to 4,000 units

1 min

IITB's 2-day E-Summit to begin on February 2

The Entrepreneurship Cell IIT Bombay, Asia's largest student-run non-profit promoting entrepreneurship, will hold E-Summit '25 - Pursuit of Eminence, on February 1 and 2.

1 min

Bandra to Marine Drive in 10 mins

Northbound bridge linking Coastal Road with Bandra-Worli Sea Link opens for traffic movement; major boon for motorists as link significantly cuts travel time

2 mins

TAPARIA TOOLS: Superior Products Achieve Excellence

Taparia Tools, a trusted name in hand tools for over five decades, proudly participated in the prestigious National Expo 2025, held from January 19th to 22nd at Shriram Business Park, Vidhansabha Road, Raipur.

1 min

BMC Awaits Legal Opinion on Land & Rehabilitation

Decision expected within next 15 days, after which civic body will initiate next phase of the process

2 mins

ED attaches ₹79.8cr assets in ₹220cr bank fraud case

With this latest action, the total attachment and seizure in the case have reached ₹96.20 crore

1 min

DPS Lake faces ecological threat

Water supply to the lake from Thane Creek has reportedly been interrupted, leading to unsuitable conditions for flamingos

1 min

State to Launch Its First Solar Park in Solapur

Maharashtra is all set to take a significant step towards achieving India's green energy ambitions with the launch of its first renewable solar park, the \"Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Saur Urja Park\" (CSMSUP), in Solapur.

1 min

Man held from UP 15 years after bludgeoning his wife

Nearly 15 years after he stoned his wife to death in her sleep, the 50-year-old accused was arrested by the central crime unit (CCU) attached to the Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar (MBVV) police on Saturday.

1 min

Navi Mumbai crime up 10%, detection 3%

Even as Navi Mumbai witnessed a 10% increase in registered crimes in 2024, the detection rate rose by only 3%, according to the annual crime report released by Navi Mumbai Police on Monday.

1 min

Alert Resident Saves Toddler Falling From 3rd Floor in Dombivli

A two-year-old child's life was saved by a brave man who tried to catch him while he was falling from the third-floor balcony of a 13-storey building in Dombivli on Sunday.

1 min

FPJ, Punekar News Become Strategic Partners

The Free Press Journal (FPJ), Mumbai's iconic daily with a 96-year legacy, is set to strengthen its foothold in Pune through a strategic partnership with Punekar News, the leading digital news platform covering Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

1 min

Bhave Brings BIG Marathi Bioscope 3

Acclaimed actor Subodh Bhave returns to host the much-anticipated third season of BIG Marathi Bioscope, launched on Monday, Jan 27.

1 min

Abitkar in Pune as cases cross 100

Hospitals designated for city, rural, Pimpri-Chinchwad patients

2 mins

Solapur man dies; docs suspect GBS

A man suspected to have contracted Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) has died in Maharashtra's Solapur district, while the number of cases of the immunological nerve disorder in Pune has crossed 100, health officials said on Monday.

1 min

CHMCT's Grub Fest 3.0 for Pune Foodies

Grub Fest 3.0, a food festival celebrating innovation, creativity, and excellence in culinary arts, was organised at the College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Dhankawadi Educational Complex of Bharati Vidyapeeth in Pune.

1 min

SRK Fans Promote Traffic Discipline

There are several fan clubs of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan worldwide.

1 min

8th Int'l Ayurveda Congress in Pimpri

Dr DY Patil (Deemed) University, through its Dr DY Patil College of Ayurveda and Research Centre in Pune, is set to host the 8th International Ayurveda Congress (International Ayurveda Conference) in collaboration with the All India Ayurveda Congress, New Delhi, the International Maharshi Ayurveda Foundation from the Netherlands, and the International Academy of Ayurveda.

1 min

Khadki Railway Underpass Widening Within a Year: MLA

Shivajinagar's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Siddharth Shirole met Divisional Railway Manager Rajesh Kumar Verma on Monday and discussed the much-awaited widening of the Khadki Railway Underpass near Khadki Police Station on the Old Pune-Mumbai Highway.

1 min

Inter-state burglar falls into police net

The Pune Rural Police arrested an inter-state burglar involved in a series of house break-ins in Pune City, rural areas of Pune, and other states including Rajasthan, Gujarat and Karnataka, officials said on Monday.

1 min

Man jumps from moving rickshaw; dies on spot

A man jumped off the moving auto-rickshaw he was travelling in with his wife and died on the spot.

1 min

STPI Signs MoU With CMIA, MAGIC, MASSIA

\"To boost the IT sector in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and support the upcoming large-scale investments in the Electronic Vehicle (EV) sector, a centre of excellence focused on the EV sector will soon be established here by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI),\"\" announced Sanket Bhondve, the Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

1 min

Govt Instils Constitutional Values in Tribal School Students

1,577 Constitution Forums Established Across State

1 min

Patil Announces Eight Irrigation Schemes

Guardian Minister Gulabrao Patil announced that eight irrigation projects nearing completion will bring 1.94 lakh hectares of land in Jalgaon district under irrigation.

1 min

Fear Grips Wadala as Hyenas Roam Streets

A pack of seven to eight hyenas has been sighted in the vicinity of St Sadik School in the Wadala village area during nighttime, sparking fear among residents.

1 min

Shirsat Reviews Development Projects

State Social Justice Minister and District Guardian Minister Sanjay Shirsat reviewed various development works being accomplished by various departments in the district on Sunday.

1 min

Zirwal Flags Off Chitra Rath in Hingoli Dist

The Chitra Rath Will Create Awareness Regarding Schemes for SCs Along With Other Schemes

1 min

Will take district to top: Shirsat

District plan of ₹1,200 crore prepared, minister says

2 mins

Gilts Sharply Up on RBI's Gilts Buy, Bets on Feb Repo Rate Cut

Government bond prices ended higher on Monday after the weekly statistical supplement on Friday proved traders' long-awaited expectations on open market purchases of gilts by the RBI correct, dealers said.

1 min

Sebi Bans 8 Entities From Securities Mkt

Front-Running Case

1 min

DGFT Upgrades Platform for Issuance of Certificate of Origin

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the commerce ministry, has launched an upgraded system for issuance of electronically generated certificate of origin to help exporters, an official statement said on Monday.

1 min

India Must Aim for Strategic Autonomy in IP/Products in New Unipolar World

India should move urgently to secure strategic autonomy by building its own IP/products, and create a clear preference for Indian trusted chips for government purchases, in light of new geopolitics and an increasingly \"unipolar world\", according to Ajai Chowdhry, Founder HCL and Chairman of EPIC Foundation.

1 min

China+1 Opens Larger Share for India in Global Pharma Mfg Beyond Generics: Report

India is poised to capture a bigger share of the global pharmaceutical manufacturing market beyond generics, according to a report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

1 min

RBI Announces Measures to Manage Liquidity Conditions

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), on a review of current liquidity and financial conditions, has decided to conduct a few operations to inject liquidity into the banking system.

1 min

Value of digital transactions rises 3.5 times to ₹2,758L cr in 2024

Digital Payments in India have grown exponentially in the last decade.

1 min

India, Oman Trade Ministers Review FTA Negotiation Progress

Trade ministers of India and Oman on Monday reviewed progress of the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries and focused on advancing the negotiations for the pact.

1 min

Hike allocation for upskilling initiatives in Budget to create future-ready workforce

Ahead of the Union Budget, Tata Technologies on Monday called for increased allocation toward upskilling initiatives aligned with Industry 4.0 to create a future-ready workforce.

1 min

Budget: SBI says govt may unveil new funding methods for infra, sectoral PLIs

The Union government, in its upcoming Budget 2025, may announce innovative measures to boost infrastructure, agriculture, MSMEs and other critical sectors, as per a report by State Bank of India.

1 min

Sensex loses 824 points, closes at seven-month low

Nifty falls 263 points, profit-taking, FII selling continue

1 min

ACC Ltd reports 103% surge in Q3 profit

Cement maker ACC Ltd on Monday reported net profit of Rs 1,091.8 crore for third quarter ended December 2024 as compared to a profit of Rs 537.67 crore in same quarter a year ago, as per a regulatory filing from ACC, now a part of Adani Cement.

1 min

ITC Hotels to List on Stock Exchanges on January 29

Shares of ITC Hotels Ltd, the demerged hotels business of FMCG conglomerate ITC Ltd, will list on the stock exchanges on January 29.

1 min

Zoho Corp CEO Vembu steps down to focus on R&D

Global technology firm Zoho Corporation CEO Sridhar Vembu has stepped down from the post to focus on the company's research and development initiatives as its Chief Scientist.

1 min

Budget: Jindal Stainless wants nil import duty on molybdenum ore, other raw materials

Ahead of the Union budget, Jindal Stainless has pitched for bringing down to nil the import duties on critical raw materials such as molybdenum ore, and continuing with zero duties on pure nickel, ferro-nickel, stainless steel scrap and mild steel scrap.

1 min

JSW Group to Invest ₹2,600 Crore in 2 Copper Mines in Jharkhand

Project Involves Operationalising the Two Mines and Setting Up a Copper Concentrator Plant

1 min

Petronet LNG Posts Highest Ever PAT of ₹2,856 Cr for 9-mth Ended Dec '24

Petronet LNG Ltd. posted PBT of Rs 1,169 cr in the current quarter, as against Rs 1,597 cr in the corresponding quarter and Rs 1,140 cr in the previous quarter.

1 min

JNPA celebrates 76th Republic Day with enthusiasm and pride

The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority - India's Best Performing Port, celebrated the 76th Republic Day with great enthusiasm and pride at JNPA.

1 min

Coal India profit drops 17% to ₹8,491 cr in Oct-Dec quarter

State-owned Coal India Ltd on Monday reported a 17.4 per cent decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 8,491.22 crore in the quarter ended December 2024, mainly due to lower sales.

1 min

Tata Steel's profit plunges 43% at ₹295 crore in Q3, revenue slips

Tata Steel on Monday reported a 43.4 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 295.49 crore for the quarter ended on December 31, 2024, due to lower income.

1 min

TVS Motor Plans to Enter Electric 3-Wheeler Cargo Vehicle Segment

TVS Motor, a leading player in the two and three-wheeler segment, is planning to make a foray into the electric cargo vehicle space, an official said on Monday.

1 min

Indian Oil's PAT crosses ₹2,873 crore in Q3

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), nation's biggest oil firm, on Monday reported a 64 per cent drop in its December quarter net profit as inventory and foreign exchange losses eroded gains from record fuel sales.

1 min

Budget 2025: Amrit Kaal & Viksit Bharat?

The government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to build on its strengths and conquer weaknesses, if any, by generating fresh jobs, and not surprisingly, what our Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's wish is to place India safely on its voyage towards becoming a developed country.

2 mins

India to Ditch Privatisation Plans, Pour Billions in PSUs: Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is pouring billions into ailing state-run firms after slowing ambitious divestment plans that were intended to reduce the role of the state in business, according to government sources and a document reviewed by Reuters.

1 min

Sebi's ₹250 SIP Proposal: Explained

SEBI has introduced an important initiative to promote the mutual fund industry.

2 mins

Equities lose heavily as mkts remain volatile

BSE Sensex Index opened negative and tried to reclaim higher but faced an initial resistance near 76,000 levels and a sharp sell-off was seen. Now till it holds below 75,600 zones, weakness could be seen towards 75,000 zones whereas hurdles are placed at 75,600 zones

2 mins

THDC India Ltd Announces COD of Unit #1 at 1320 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Plant

THDC India Limited, a Mini-Ratna Public Sector Enterprise, has achieved a monumental milestone in its commitment to strengthening India's power generation capacity with the announcement of the Commercial Operation Date (COD) of the Unit #1 of 1320 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Plant (KSTPP).

1 min

CUB wins 7 IBA banking tech awards for second year in row

City Union Bank wins seven awards in the recently concluded ‘20th annual Technology Conference, Expo, & Citations 2024’ held at Mumbai on January 24, 2025.

1 min

Wayanad 'man-eater' tigress found dead

Hair, dress & pair of earrings of dead woman found in her stomach

2 mins

3 B'deshis held in Gurugram

Three Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in Manesar area were arrested by Gurugram police, officials said on Monday.

1 min

Snakebites: Do Something, SC Tells Centre

The Supreme Court on Monday observed the issue of snakebites was prevalent \"throughout the country\" and asked the Centre to take all states on board to \"do something\" in making available snakebite treatment in medical facilities.

1 min

Taking steps to rationalise fares for Prayagraj flights

The civil aviation ministry on Monday said steps are being taken to rationalise airfares for flights to Prayagraj and the number of flights has been increased to cater to the rising traffic demand in view of the Maha Kumbh.

1 min

Padma award to Sushil Modi an honour to Bihar: Family

Former Bihar deputy chief minister and senior BJP leader late Sushil Kumar Modi's family on Monday said that the Centre bestowing him with Padma Bhushan was an honour to the entire state.

1 min

Sanatan Dharma case: SC bins plea against Udhayanidhi Stalin

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed petitions seeking the registration of a FIR against Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and DMK youth wing leader Udhayanidhi Stalin for his controversial remarks on Sanatana Dharma.

1 min

Tricolour hoisted for first time in 26 Bastar villages

The 76th Republic Day celebrations in Bastar division were historic, marking the first time that the tricolour was hoisted in 26 villages that were once under the control of Naxalites.

1 min

ED summons Sidda's wife & min

Karnataka High Court stays investigative agency notice

1 min

AAP's 15 'G': Free study abroad for Dalit kids

Also promises ₹1L for wedding of daughters of auto drivers

2 mins

BJP and Cong bash AAP after Ambedkar statue vandalised

Both the BJP and the Congress addressed press conferences in poll-bound Delhi on Monday to attack the Aam Aadmi Party in general and its government in Punjab in particular for its failure to prevent vandalization of Dr BR Ambedkar's statue in the northern state on Republic Day.

1 min

Another dynasty? Demand grows for entry of Nitish's son

Even as Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar is apparently in the twilight of his political career, a section of JD (U) leaders have started strongly demanding that his son Nishant Kumar should join active politics.

1 min

RG KAR: High Court reserves order

Calcutta High Court on Monday reserved order on RG Kar rape and murder incident.

1 min

Punjab police nab six Kaushal gang members

Punjab police on Monday claimed to have arrested six members of Kaushal Chaudhary gang, including its two key shooters identified as Puneet Lakhanpal and Narinder Kumar alias Lalli, involved in the murders of kabaddi players Sandeep Singh Nangal Ambian and Sukhmeet Singh alias Deputy.

1 min

On parole: Man butchers neighbour and her son

Violent crimes have almost become a daily affair in Kerala, especially due to rampant use of drugs

1 min

Fatorda MLA calls on govt to support canine sterilisation initiative

Goa Forward Chief Vijai Sardesai has called on the government not to dismiss valuable initiatives simply because he took the lead in organising them.

1 min

Govt announces special train to Kumbh mela

The Goa government on Monday announced that it will operate a special train for devotees from the State traveling to the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

1 min

New academic year all set to begin in April, not June

Scholastic Year From April To March Classes In April Till 11.30 AM, Regular Hours From June Summer Holidays In May

1 min

Bardez left without water for 3 days, Mapusa badly hit

Water supply from the PWD pipeline has come to a complete halt, forcing people in Mapusa and nearby areas to depend on water tankers, which have seen a surge in demand

1 min

Poultry farmers raise alarm over trade monopolisation

The All Goa Poultry Farmers and Traders Welfare Committee on Monday opposed any move to monopolise the poultry industry and the free trade of poultry in Goa.

1 min

Lawlessness exposes dark side of beaches in State

SAFETY CONCERNS RISE AS LOCALS, TOURISTS BEAR BRUNT

1 min

Curtorim MLA sings 'development' tune with message for opponents

Directing his ire at his political opponents again on the development front, Curtorim's independent MLA Reginaldo Lourenco has invited his detractors to join him in ushering in the development of the constituency.

1 min

Goa Police Hold High-Level Meeting to Address Drunken Driving, Accidents

Stakeholders push for stricter enforcement and penalties to curb accidents caused by drunk drivers; highlight industry illegalities

1 min

Residential market is poised for recovery in 2025: Anrock Study

The Indian Residential Real Estate Annual Report 2024 provides a comprehensive analysis of the state of the residential real estate market in India, revisiting its performance amid various economic challenges and political changes.

3 mins

ASP Thirupathanna gets bail from SC

Additional Superintendent of Police Thirupathanna has finally been granted bail in the phone-tapping case in Telangana.

1 min

HC asks Govt to consider farmer labourers from municipalities for Indiramma, Atmiya Bharosa' scheme

The High Court ordered the government to include the farmer labourers living in the municipalities in Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa' scheme within four weeks.

1 min

CM Committed for Welfare of BCs: Union Minister Naidu

Union Minister of Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu said on Monday that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is committed for the welfare of BCs.

1 min

TG mulling over developing Singur project as a tourist spot

Minister for Health Damodar Raja Narasimha has informed that the Singur project in Pulkal mandal of Sangareddy district will be developed as a tourist destination.

1 min

Lokesh tears into YSRCP for spreading lies

Education Minister Nara Lokesh said on Monday that \"Sakshi\" newspaper had written a story on him few years ago without any evidence and that he is fighting a legal battle against it since then.

1 min

10 Electric Vehicles Gutted in Fire at Showroom in Bengaluru

A fire broke out at an electric vehicle showroom in Rajajinagar here on Monday afternoon and 10 vehicles were gutted and 20 partially damaged, fire officials said.

1 min

4 Schools Get Bomb Threats in Karnataka

Four schools in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts received threatening emails on Monday, alleging the presence of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) on their premises, police said.

1 min

Deve Gowda to undertake tour in March

JD(S) announced that 91-year-old party patriarch HD Deve Gowda would undertake a tour of Karnataka in March.

1 min

Royal family not ready to sacrifice its land in public interest, says Yaduveer

Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadutta Chamaraja Wadiyar on Monday said the state government must stop misleading people over acquisition of the Bengaluru Palace Grounds land and instead abide by the payment of its Transferable Development Rights (TDR) of Rs 3011 crore to the erstwhile royal family of Mysuru as mandated by the Supreme Court.

1 min

IMD ties up with Bengaluru firm to issue weather alerts through 1Weather app

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Monday that in association with Bengaluru-based InMobi's 1Weather, a global weather app, it will issue national weather warnings and alerts on Glance-enabled smartphone lock screens.

1 min

'Wife wants me dead': Man dies by suicide

A 40-year-old man died by suicide at his home here allegedly due to harassment by his wife, police said on Monday.

1 min

Startup Founder Warns Non-Natives of 'Trap'

Bengaluru, long heralded as the tech capital of India, often hides a grim reality for those seeking a home within the city.

1 min

Ktaka HC stays ED notice to Siddaramaiah's wife

The Karnataka High Court on Monday stayed the notice issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife Parvathi B M and the state Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh to appear for questioning in connection with the Muda land allotment scam.

1 min

'Choose Lakkundi: Cradle of Stone Craft'

I appeal to all Kannadigas to vote and support our state's poster, the chief minister said.

1 min

Cash, valuables worth Rs 4 cr stolen in Kotekar bank heist recovered, four held

The stolen cash and gold ornaments worth Rs four crore have been recovered, and four people have been arrested in connection with the Kotekar Co-operative Bank robbery, police said on Monday.

1 min

'Do not waste taxpayers' money on tunnel road'

BJP leader and Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya on Monday asked the state government why it is wasting the taxpayers' money with regard to the Tunnel Road project.

1 min

CM Siddaramaiah's wife and UD minister cannot escape

The BJP on Monday said the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife Parvathi B M and the Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh cannot escape from the Enforcement Directorate in the Muda site allotment scam.

1 min

Uproar Over Alleged Religious Conversion in Mitan Vihar

Tensions flared in Mitan Vihar Colony, Mowa, Raipur, following allegations of religious conversions being conducted under the guise of prayers and classes at a local residence.

1 min

Apex Court Upholds Burial of Pastor

The dispute over the burial of 65-year-old Pastor Subhash Baghel, who passed away on January 7 in Chhindwara village of Jagdalpur, has been resolved by the Supreme Court.

1 min

Biometric attendance introduced in Raipur Collectorate

The Raipur Collectorate has implemented a biometric attendance system for all officers and employees.

1 min

Our Work Is Basis Of Victory Claims: Sharma

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, addressing a press conference on the upcoming Panchayat elections on Monday, emphasized the BJP's commitment to ensuring the benefits of government schemes reach the most marginalized sections of society.

2 mins

Fraud Occurred in 4 Toll Plazas of C'garh: STF

Fraud detected at four toll plazas in Chhattisgarh, led to a loss of crores of rupees to the exchequer.

1 min

Tricolor hoisted for first time in 26 villages of Bastar Division

The 76th Republic Day celebrations in Bastar division were historic, marking the first time that the tricolor was hoisted in 26 villages that were once under the control of Naxalites.

1 min

Cong Betrayed Trust of People: Kashyap

Chhattisgarh Forest and Cooperation Minister Kedar Kashyap has leveled serious allegations against the Congress party, accusing it of indulging in corrupt practices both within the organization and while in power.

1 min

Internal brawls in Chhattisgarh Congress ahead of civic polls

The Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) is facing internal challenges as rebellion brews within the party.

1 min

ACB, EOW Conduct Raids in CGMSC Scam

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Economic Offenses Wing (EOW) have raided multiple locations in connection with the ongoing Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC) scam.

1 min

Utthan project: Adani org empowers students

The Adani Foundation held a seminar focused on enhancing education, collaborating with the Gujarat government's education department, the parents' community, and Utthan sahayaks as part of the Utthan project at Bhatlai primary school in Hazira, Surat.

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Krittwika keeps Gujarat flag flying high, storms into quarters

Seasoned paddler Krittwika Sinha Roy of Gujarat pipped sixth seed Reeth Rishya of Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) 3-2 in a high-octane pre-quarter final encounter of the UTT 86th Senior National Inter-State Table Tennis Championships 2024 played at the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Indoor Stadium from Jan 19 to 26.

1 min

In demand: Travel chaos from Ahd to Prayagraj

The ongoing Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj has led to a sharp increase in travel demand from Ahmedabad, causing airfares to soar and trains to run with long waiting lists.

1 min

Aamir Khan Visits Statue of Unity, hails Sardar Patel's legacy

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently visited the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue dedicated to India's Iron Man, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, in Kevadia, Gujarat.

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Volvo Buses for Maha Kumbh Pilgrims

To facilitate travel for pilgrims, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off the first Volvo bus for the Maha Kumbh from the Gandhinagar Circuit House on Monday.

1 min

UT Pavilion at MahaKumbh Mela features glory

The Union Territory administration of Dadra Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu has reaffirmed its commitment to the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Daman, Campus at the prestigious MahaKumbh Mela in Prayagraj, through a specially designed pavilion.

1 min

World's Tallest Rudraksha Shivling to Come Up in Valsad

Mahashivratri Mahotsav to take place from Feb 18-26 at Vankal; 36-foot-tall Rudraksha Shivling, crafted from 36L Rudrakshas, is on at great momentum

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Swaminarayan trust accountant accused of ₹2 cr money laundering

A Delhi-based woman has filed a police complaint against a man, Praveen Patel, allegedly associated with a Swaminarayan trust in Ahmedabad, accusing him of laundering ₹2 crore through her bank account.

1 min

CM Leaves for Japan to Attract Investment

To attract investment, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav left on a Japan tour on Monday evening.

1 min

ITMS generated 751,084 e-challans in 2024 but only 76,488 realised

ITMS catches 85 traffic violators every hour round-the-clock

1 min

JE spike in state with 7 new cases

295 cases & 10 deaths in last 6 yrs

1 min

Miscreants Assault Flight Lt After Spar Over Wrong Entry

Four miscreants assaulted an IAF flight lieutenant here, following an argument over driving a vehicle on the wrong side, an official said on Monday.

1 min

BJP, RSS want to make Dalits, Adivasis slaves: Rahul in Mhow

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday, hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ideologue Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing them of attempting to make Dalits and Adivasis \"slaves\".

1 min

After 36 days in hiding, Sharma walks into court

EX-RTO Constable Surrenders | His sudden appearance took place in special court of Lokayukta Bhopal

1 min

Four Killed Over Old Enmity

Four men were killed and another person was injured after a group of people attacked them with sharp-edged weapons in Jabalpur district on Monday, police said.

1 min

Cheetah tourism slow to take off at Kuno Park

The much-anticipated Cheetah project, launched in 2022 with big expectations, is facing a lukewarm response from tourists.

1 min

Alert for cold wave in Madhya Pradesh

2.3-deg in Shahdol; 4.8 in Umaria; 8.3 in Bhopal | Rise in temp likely after couple of days

1 min

BJP having a hard time breaking 'Code Kejriwal' in Delhi elections

Despite losing his moral aura as a corruption-free politician, Kejriwal continues to be a puzzle the BJP is not able to decipher

4 mins

President's fresh pitch for ONOE

Does ONOE benefit people? The financial benefit cannot outweigh the citizens' needs

2 mins

Noise pollution has become a growing pathology in India

While the authorities must enforce noise regulations with zero tolerance, active community participation is also required

3 mins

Crackdown on inane litigations

Frivolous proceedings should be met with due sanctions to dissuade petitioners.

2 mins

Bird remains in engines, but no cause revealed

SOUTH KOREAN PLANE CRASH

1 min

Devastated Gazans Homebound

Israel lifts closure under truce; UK PM praises POTUS

3 mins

Lukashenko Extends Rule After Opposition, EU Rejects Poll

Belarus' authoritarian president Alexander Lukashenko extended his rule over three decades in power in an orchestrated weekend election the opposition and the EU rejected as a farce.

1 min

LA Schools Struggle to Rebuild

The devastating wildfires that began sweeping through southern California on January 7 have left the region's education system reeling, with over a dozen schools severely damaged or destroyed.

1 min

No more goodies for ex-French heads?

French Senators have adopted an amendment to the 2025 budget aimed at stripping former presidents and prime ministers of perks.

2 mins

67 Trafficked Indians Rescued in Laos

Sixty-seven Indians trafficked and forced to work in cyber-scam centers in Laos have been rescued by the embassy of India in Vientiane, officials said on Monday.

1 min

Workcation': NZ relaxes visa rules

The New Zealand government is relaxing visitor visa rules to allow tourists to work remotely for their foreign employers while visiting New Zealand in the latest effort to boost tourism and economic growth.

1 min

Columbia Blinks as Don Stares it Down

SPAT OVER ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS

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Auschwitz Memorial Marks 80th Anniv. of Death Camp's Liberation

The 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz by Soviet troops is being marked on Monday at the site of the former death camp, a ceremony that is widely being treated as the last major observance that any notable number of survivors will be able to attend.

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Rwanda-backed rebels claim takeover of Congo's largest city

Residents in eastern Congo's largest city, Goma, woke up on Monday morning afraid and uncertain about who was in control of the area after Rwanda-backed rebels claimed to have captured the city, as their fight with Congolese security forces escalated in recent days in one of Africa's longest wars.

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IPL Owners, Tech Giants in Race for Hundred Franchises

Four Indian Premier League franchises -- Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants, Delhi Capitals' co-owners GMR Group -- along with a consortium of global tech giants featuring leaders from Google, Microsoft, Adobe have made it to the final shortlist of the Hundred, according to a report.

1 min

Bumrah Is The Best In Tests

Bumrah bowled a phenomenal 357 overs in Test cricket in the cycle, maintaining a strike-rate of just 30.1.

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Uzbek GM refuses Vaishali handshake, apologises

Uzbekistan Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev said he refused to shake hands with Indian Grandmaster Vaishali before their match at the Tata Steel Chess tournament in the Netherlands due to religious reasons.

1 min

Pacer Wood Says England Thinking Only About Wickets

India Have Taken Their Game to the Next Level Under Suryakumar Yadav

1 min

Pandya's white-ball commitment crucial: Manjrekar

The former India batter stressed on Pandya's record in ICC events

1 min

SKY looks for big knock

Runs due from the skipper as India are on course to seal the series

2 mins

Mumbai Pickle Power Sweep Hyderabad Superstars

Mumbai Pickle Power continued their hot form in the World Pickleball League with a commanding 5-0 victory over Hyderabad Superstars, showcasing skill and resilience across all matches.

1 min

Krishna CA Clinch Thriller Over Griffin

In another match, The Rising Star CA secured a comfortable 20-run victory over SK Sports Club

2 mins

Rising on the polo radar

The 17-year-old Vishwarupe Bajaj is making waves at the national junior circuit after his title win last year

1 min

Surprising Link: Sleeping hours and heart attack risk

Sleeping for a few hours seems to be the ultimate answer to most of your problems - be it physical or mental.

2 mins

Morning Puffiness: Easy remedies for a fresh face

Waking up with a puffy face can be quite disheartening, making you look tired and older than you actually are. Puffiness in the face can be caused by various factors, including fluid retention, allergies, lack of sleep, or even excessive salt intake. Fortunately, there are effective measures and home remedies that can help you reduce facial puffiness and restore your natural, refreshed appearance.

2 mins

Common running mistakes to avoid

Running for a cause, running to get fit, preparing for a marathon or running to lose weight? For sure most of us have been doing one of these, haven't we? But as you run you are likely to make a lot of mistakes, and because of these mistakes, you are not able to achieve the goal at the set time.

2 mins

Vastu and the dynamic combination of energy fields

Balancing energy fields

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Health Benefits: Palmarosa oil

Palmarosa (palm rose), also known as ginger grass, Indian geranium, rosha, and rosha grass, is a sweetsmelling grass native to India and Indochina.

2 mins

Celebs at Maha Kumbh

From Poonam to Mamta, B-wood has added a dose of glamour to the Maha Kumbh

1 min

Dhoom Dhaam: Not your typical suhaag raat!

Yami Gautam Dhar and Pratik Gandhi-starrer Dhoom Dhaam Trailer was launched on Monday.

1 min

It's a wrap! Coldplay in Ahmedabad

From stopping midway to help a female fan in distress, to singing Vande Mataram, Coldplay's Ahmedabad concert was a once in a lifetime experience for fans, as it became the most attended musical concert in Asia as nearly 1.34 lakh people grooved together at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

1 min

Drivers Of Change

Driving the new era of mobility, Shubhranshu Singh tells us how Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles is blending innovation, sustainability and consumer-centric marketing.

4 mins

The Male Identity Crisis

There's a growing wave of mixed messaging and polarising opinions around gender, putting brands under pressure to join the conversation. A panel discussion by the MRSI aimed to provide actionable solutions to navigating the landscape.

3 mins

Capturing the Nation's Sole

Nikhil Aggarwal talks about building Campus Activewear—a brand that speaks to 85% of India's addressable market in sports and athleisure footwear, by getting style and affordability to walk hand-in-hand

3 mins

Mansarovar Yatra, direct flights to resume

THAW IN INDO-CHINA RELATIONS

1 min

PM Modi speaks to 'dear friend' Trump

20K INDIANS MAY BE HIT IF US PROCEEDS WITH DEPORTATIONS

1 min

Leer todas las historias de The Free Press Journal - Mumbai

The Free Press Journal - Mumbai Newspaper Description:

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.