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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.

Coastal, Waders Bird Census Begins

FIRST IN INDIA | A three-day exercise is being conducted in Jamnagar by the Forest Department aimed at environmental and aquatic life conservation

AM/NS India sets industry benchmark; also offers job to kin of deceased

AM/NS India sets industry benchmark; also offers job to kin of deceased

CREDAI Property Show Inaugurated

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the prestigious \"Property Show GUJCON\" organized by the Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (CREDAI) in Ahmedabad on Friday.

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.

NIFT Launches VisioNxt on Trends

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) through their various campuses has announced the launch of VisioNxt, a platform that is designed to provide India-centric trend reports, supporting the fashion industry and retailers in India.

CM Patel Opens 'Flower Show 2025'

Chief Minister Patel inaugurated the Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2025, accompanied by Health Minister Rushikesh Patel and Minister of State for Cooperation Jagdish Vishwakarma. The show features over 10 lakh flowers, more than 50 species, and over 30 sculptures, divided into six zones showcasing India's culture, heritage, and aspirations for a sustainable future.

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.

14 Films Selected for This Year's World Cinema Competition

14 films selected for this year's World Cinema Competition section are

Retired PMPML Employees Protest Over Unpaid Dues

Pune Matters | Around 2,300 retired PMPML employees have been struggling since 2017

23rd Pune Int'l Film Fest Rescheduled

PIFF 2025

Only 967 fined for spitting in public in 2024

Spitting in a public place is a punishable offence. However, fines are rarely levied upon the culprits.

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.

3 New E-bus Charging Stations To Be Established In Hinjawadi

Speaking to The Free Press Journal, Nitin Narvekar, Joint Managing Director of Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd (PMPML), said three new charging stations for electric buses will be set up at Hinjawadi.

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.

Shinde Sena targets 35-40 seats

As the dust settles after the Assembly polls and the formation of the government in Maharashtra, the Mahayuti alliance has turned its focus to the upcoming local body elections.

PCMC's 'Lighthouse Kaushalyam' empowers youth

In a testament to its powerful impact on youth development, the 'Lighthouse Kaushalyam' initiative has successfully secured 1,204 job placements in the 2024-25 period, solidifying its role as a catalyst for career advancement in Pimpri-Chinchwad.

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.

Foot march for Ahilyabai, Durgavati anniversaries

The march is expected to witness a participation of over 2,500 women

Major slum redevelopment plans for Mumbai North: Goyal

Mumbai Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said slum redevelopment, and fast-tracking key projects like road and railway line extensions, are among the major initiatives planned this year to significantly transform the urban landscape of his Lok Sabha constituency.

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.

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.

Chavan front-runner for state BJP chief

With the highly anticipated BMC elections approaching, the BJP is likely to appoint a new state president.

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.

Bhujbal, Pawar Sr share stage in Pune

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

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 Lakh Ineligible Dharavi Dwellers Will Get Homes

INCLUSIVE SCHEME| Govt is preparing a housing devpt policy

Victim's parents to approach SC

RG KAR CASE

27 Selected for Prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday announced the names of 27 awardees selected for the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) 2025 for their vital role in shaping the global landscape.

EPFO Rolls Out Centralised Pension System in All Regional Offices

Retirement fund body EPFO has completed the Centralized Pension Payments System (CPPS) rollout in all its regional offices across the country that will benefit over 68 lakh pensioners, the labour ministry said on Friday.