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Lokpal calls Sebi chief Buch, complainants for 'oral hearing'
The Free Press Journal

Lokpal calls Sebi chief Buch, complainants for 'oral hearing'

Anti-corruption ombudsman Lokpal has called SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch and also complainants, including TMC MP Mahua Moitra, for \"oral hearing\" next month in connection with corruption complaints being heard by it, alleging impropriety and conflict of interest on the basis of a Hindenburg Research report, according to an official order.

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December 25, 2024
Jobs, funds for infra boost figure at PM-economists meet
The Free Press Journal

Jobs, funds for infra boost figure at PM-economists meet

Towards a Viksit Bharat

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December 25, 2024
UPI QR transactions jump 33% at retail stores in Bharat this yr
The Free Press Journal

UPI QR transactions jump 33% at retail stores in Bharat this yr

UPI transactions at retail stores have increased by 33 per cent in semi-urban and rural areas this year, reflecting the growing adoption of digital payments, says a report.

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December 25, 2024
Rupee falls 4 paise to close at fresh record low of 85.15 against USD
The Free Press Journal

Rupee falls 4 paise to close at fresh record low of 85.15 against USD

The rupee extended the slide for the second straight session and depreciated 4 paise to settle at a fresh all-time low of 85.15 against the US dollar on Tuesday, dragged by a strong greenback against major crosses overseas and subdued domestic equities.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Teach agriculture in schools, says Wangchuk

The knowledge and resilience of farmers who transform one grain into a thousand with hard work and faith should inspire every individual, Sonam Wangchuk said during the National Farmers' Day celebration on Dec 23 at Jain Hills Agricultural Research Demonstration Centre.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

All for PWD's road survey

The Maharashtra Public Works Department (PWD) is using Artificial Intelligence for road surveys in Latur, which officials said may be the first of its kind in the state.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

15-year-old boy kills self in Sangli

A 15-year-old boy allegedly committed suicide after his mother refused to get him a mobile phone on his birthday in Maharashtra's Sangli district, police said on Sunday.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

PCMC implements GRAP

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has highlighted the rising pollution levels in Pimpri and Chinchwad and has outlined the necessary measures and guidelines to address this issue.

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December 25, 2024
Rare orange bat discovered in Mahabaleshwar
The Free Press Journal

Rare orange bat discovered in Mahabaleshwar

The bat is found in banana trees, caves, dry forests, etc

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December 25, 2024
Child-friendly rooms turned into PS storage
The Free Press Journal

Child-friendly rooms turned into PS storage

Flouting rules, child-friendly rooms are now being used as storage in multiple police stations in the city

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December 25, 2024
TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS FOR CHRISTMAS
The Free Press Journal

TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS FOR CHRISTMAS

The changes will remain in force from 6pm on Tuesday and Wednesday until the crowd subsides

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December 25, 2024
Pune's homeless shun shelter
The Free Press Journal

Pune's homeless shun shelter

Sleeping on footpath preferred by many despite threats, cold

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December 25, 2024
Fake ticket scam busted; former Ranji player arrested
The Free Press Journal

Fake ticket scam busted; former Ranji player arrested

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has arrested a 31-year-old former Ranji player for defrauding railway passengers at Pune Railway Station by sending fake ticket confirmation messages and collecting cash under false pretenses.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Contractor abducted, rescued in 24 hours

He was assaulted and abducted by an acquaintance who owed him a huge amount of money, say police

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Express train derails near Guj, none hurt

The Dadar-Porbandar Saurashtra Express (number 19015) derailed on Tuesday at the Kim station located near Surat in Gujarat.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Largest slum in Bandra to turn into posh living space

Nargis Dutt Nagar, Bandra's largest slum settlement, is set to transform into an affluent address.

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December 25, 2024
Mumbai: Jai Hind College's BMM Department Kicks Off Detour Fest With Athletic Meet
The Free Press Journal

Mumbai: Jai Hind College's BMM Department Kicks Off Detour Fest With Athletic Meet

On 20 December, Tim and Berry present Detour Athletic Meet, or 'DAM' for short, took place at JK Knowledge Sports Centre in Wadala.

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December 25, 2024
Blaze at high rise in Bandra; firefighting system defunct
The Free Press Journal

Blaze at high rise in Bandra; firefighting system defunct

At least 13 people were rescued after a blaze erupted at a 15-storey residential Bandra building in the wee hours of Tuesday.

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December 25, 2024
₹75L flat seized in dirty cash case of Dawood's brother
The Free Press Journal

₹75L flat seized in dirty cash case of Dawood's brother

Thane police filed a case in 2017, accusing Kaskar and his aides of extorting property, cash from a builder

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Ayurveda hospital to get allopathic ICU to cater to serious cases

Move comes after locals alleged Podar Hospital lacks key services

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December 25, 2024
Raigad Jews restore derelict synagogue shut for 2 decades
The Free Press Journal

Raigad Jews restore derelict synagogue shut for 2 decades

The Jews living in the Raigad district have pooled funds to rebuild a synagogue at Ambepur near Alibaug, which was closed two decades ago after the last Jewish family left the village.

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December 25, 2024
No action against lawyer's son two days after crash
The Free Press Journal

No action against lawyer's son two days after crash

24-year-old car driver still recovering; will be issued notice soon, say cops

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Under trial assaults guard in Kalyan jail

An undertrial prisoner allegedly assaulted a home guard at Kalyan's Aadharwadi Jail.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Man held after 33 years for wife's murder

While on the run, accused left Mumbai and eventually married deceased wife's sister

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Four held for ₹50L 'money doubling' scam

The Samta Nagar police arrested four men for duping a businessman of Rs 50 lakh through a fake money-doubling ritual scam.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Ayyappa Pooja for two days in Matunga

The Sree Ayyappa Bhaktha Samithi, founded by the late V Krishnan Nair, will hold its 75th annual Ayyappa Pooja at Napoo playground, Telang Road, Matunga (CR) between January 12 and 14.

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December 25, 2024
Recipes for kids on their cancer journey
The Free Press Journal

Recipes for kids on their cancer journey

An inspiring book by Harshita Jinaga titled 'Cooking Hope: Easy Indian Recipes for Kids on their Cancer Journey' was launched recently at the Press Club by Dr Ranjeet Bajpai, senior consultant of radiation oncology at HN Reliance Hospital.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Dog injured in hit-and-run in Thane

A stray dog was severely injured after being hit by a car in Thane's Vartaknagar area on Sunday night.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Kaifi Azmi Walk in Madanpura on Jan 12

Urdu Markaz will organise a 'Kaifi Azmi Walk' in Madanpura on January 12.

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December 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Bread prices hiked in Badlapur

Residents of Badlapur now pay Rs23 for a loaf of bread as local bakers increased prices from Rs20 due to rising raw material costs.

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December 25, 2024