The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - August 29, 2024

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August 29, 2024

THACKERAY-RANE MALVANI MASALA

STATUE ROW - Face-off between supporters of both sides

2 mins

Mahayuti calculations collapse

The Chhatrapati Shivaji statue collapse incident is set to change the political narrative in poll-bound Maharashtra.

2 mins

A third front coming up in Maharashtra?

Kadu plans to leave Shinde's Sena to form third front with Sambhaji Raje and Narayan Ankush

1 min

Ex-DGP Sanjay Pandey denies extortion charge

FIR has sent shock waves in IPS circles as Pandey is known for his clean image

2 mins

Paint firm manager sees Insta ad, duped

A 53-year-old man, who works as a manager at PPG Asian Paints, lost Rs 51.36 lakh after coming across an advertisement on Instagram and falling prey to investment fraud.

1 min

5 of family booked for duping bldr

Five of a family, including three senior citizens, have been booked for allegedly duping a Pune-based builder of Rs6.5 crore on the pretext of developing their property.

1 min

'One cannot be held on mere allegation'

The Bombay High Court (HC) has stated that no arrest should be made in a routine manner on mere allegation of offence and that it would be prudent for the police to first check its genuineness.

1 min

Bandra, Khar areas to face water cut tomorrow for repair

Bandra West and Khar West areas will face water supply cut tomorrow (August 30) due to commissioning of a new 750mm main pipeline.

1 min

Boy killed for ₹100, phone; 2 arrested

The Padgha police have arrested three persons for allegedly abducting a 13-year-old boy and smothering him to death after snatching his mobile phone and Rs 100 cash.

1 min

New train links Mum, Madgaon

GANPATI GIFT - Flag-off by Piyush Goyal, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Devendra Fadnavis

1 min

Over 600 NCC cadets participate in AINSC 2024

The All-India Nau Sainik Camp 2024 (AINSC 24) of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) is being held at INS Shivaji in Lonavala from Aug 26 to Sep 5.

1 min

PCMC intensifies efforts to ensure safe schools

The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has been actively advancing student safety across its primary and secondary schools through sustained initiatives, reinforcing a secure environment for all students.

1 min

Under-19 football champs awarded

Yashvardhan Agarwal secured first place in the Under-19 boys category, while Avni Khandelwal clinched the top spot in the girls category at the district-level football tournament.

1 min

Jayakwadi is 63.67% full: Water issues may end now

WATER WOES OVER - The dam is the major source of water for drinking and irrigation purposes in the region

1 min

2 expensive cars stolen in an hour

A gang stealing expensive cars has become active again in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after a gap of around ten months.

1 min

Gilts hold steady on lack of cues

Government bond prices ended steady on Wednesday due to lack of significant domestic cues. Traders looked ahead to key economic data scheduled for release in India and the US later this week, and avoided large bets for the second straight day, dealers said.

1 min

Nifty hits new lifetime high on sharp gains in IT shares

MARKET WATCH - Amid a largely positive global market

1 min

Cabinet approves 3 rly projects worth ₹6,456 cr

The central government has approved three projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total estimated cost of Rs 6,456 crore.

1 min

RBI focusing on making UPI, RuPay 'truly global': Guv Das

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday said the central bank is focused on making the UPI and RuPay 'truly global' and asked financial institutions and fintech startups to adapt robust frameworks to capitalise on the new opportunities while mitigating connected risks.

1 min

Genus Power gets LoAs for smart meter projects worth ₹4,469 cr

Genus Power Infrastructures Ltd on Wednesday said its arm has secured letters of award for smart meter projects worth Rs 4,469.04 crore.

1 min

IIHL raises concern over ₹850 cr GST liability for implementation of RCap resolution plan

Hinduja Group-owned IndusInd International Holdings on Wednesday contended before the National Company Law Tribunal that the GST liability of Rs 850 crore is a sticky issue in the implementation of Reliance Capital's resolution plan.

1 min

Will strive to make SBI most valued financial institution: Chairman Setty

State Bank of India (SBI) will strive to become the most valued financial institution and also increase its net profit, the lender's new Chairman, CS Setty said on Wednesday as he asserted that this is India's decade.

1 min

Dushyant, Azad join hand

JJP to contest 70 seats, ASP-KR 20 in Oct 1 Hry poll

1 min

Jharkhand intel branch spied on Champai: Himanta

In a startling claim, Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday asserted that two officers of Jharkhand Police's intelligence branch allegedly spied on former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren during his recent visits to Delhi.

1 min

Mehbooba says won't contest J&K election

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday said she will not contest the assembly election in J&K, pointing out she would not be able to fulfil her party's agenda in the UT set up even if she were to become the chief minister.

2 mins

More cases pile up against Siddique

#METOO - Bengali actor quits FB following a barrage of insulting and threatening posts

1 min

Sea change: Fish scarcity leaves Goans high and dry

Where have the fish gone, is a familiar question that echoes at the tintos, fish markets, Goa's lone wholesale fish market, besides the fishing jetties and the fish landing points dotting along the coast.

1 min

No one is spared those involved in land encroachment: CM

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has reiterated that the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRA) does it's job and no one is spared those involved in the encroachment of lands at buffer zones and Full Tank Level (FTL) area of water bodies.

1 min

Boat rescue ops revived in Madhumalati Awas Yojana

After seven years, the Madhumalati Awas Yojana area on Nikol-Kathwada Road once again witnessed boat rescue operations due to heavy rainfall.

1 min

Notices issued to SD Jain School, 2 others

The District Education Office (DEO) has issued notices to the SD Jain International School and other two schools for violating the education department's circular announcing holiday in the schools across the State following the Meteorological Department's forecast of heavy to heavy rains on Tuesday.

1 min

From strugglers to 'lakhpati didis' of Hazira

In the heart of Vanswa village, near the industrial hub of Hazira, lies an inspiring story of transformation and empowerment.

1 min

Heavy rains paralyze train services

Heavy rains continue to wreak havoc in Gujarat, leading to severe disruptions in transportation and daily life.

1 min

Governor to felicitate two teachers

On Teacher's Day, Himkalyani Sinha, head mistress of the government primary school Akolaye Saja development block of Bemetara district and Bhuvan Lal Sahu, lecturer of the government high school Lavatara of Berla development block of Chhattisgarh, will be honoured by the Governor.

1 min

Agricultural engineers' conference today

Agricultural engineers'from across the country will gather for a two-day national conference in Raipur on August 29 and 30, 2024.

1 min

BJP alleges obstruction of legal process by Cong

Responding to former CM Bhupesh Baghel's letter to Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, BJP state spokesperson Devlal Thakur remarked that those to whom Bhupesh Baghel has written are of considerable stature and possess a much deeper understanding of running the state.

1 min

Zaheer bags LSG mentor's post

NEW ROLE - Building blocks are in place for something very special, says Khan

2 mins

Shah's efforts as BCCI Secy a pioneer for others: Tendulkar

Ganguly, Kohli and Rohit also greet new ICC chairman

1 min

Kohli, Jaiswal move up in Test rankings

Rohit drops to sixth spot in the rankings; Babar slips to No 8 position

1 min

Zak, Ashwin back IP rule

Senior players like Kohli and Rohit have been critical of 'Impact Player'

1 min

Chopra gives best wishes to Indian athletes

A total of 84 Indian para-athletes will compete at the Paralympics

1 min

Army chief extends greetings

GEARED UP - The Indian Army is represented by four terrific para-athletes

1 min

Vikram and the loin cloth

Actor Vikram discusses his deep connection with the film, challenges and historical significance of Thangalaan

1 min

Indian startups valued at $100 billion

AADHAAR ARCHITECT NANDAN NILEKANI'S ESTIMATE

1 min

How assistive technology is helping disabled athletes

PARALYMPICS: WHO TO HIGHLIGHT EQUIPPED FOR EQUITY CAMPAIGN

1 min

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