The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - September 07, 2024

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September 07, 2024

Can't say who the next CM will be: Fadnavis

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Friday that while the Mahayuti will contest the Assembly elections under Eknath Shinde's leadership, he cannot say who will be the CM after the election.

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ART 370: NO COMEBACK

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said following its abrogation, Article 370, which had accorded special status to the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir state, has become \"history\" and it will never be restored.

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Out and out 'corruption'

SPOTLIGHT - Congress digs more dirt on Buch, accuses her and hubby of receiving rental income from a company which was being probed by SEBI

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2024 MAY BE WARMEST YR ON RECORD

With global temperatures for the January-August period recorded at 0.70 degrees Celsius above the 1991-2020 average the European climate change service Copernicus said on Friday that it was increasingly likely 2024 would be the warmest year on record.

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Will try to meet Modi at UNGA, says Yunus

RESOLVE - The Chief Adviser also said he would try to revive the spirit of SAARC. He will need the help of China and India to resolve the problem of displaced Rohingyas

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HC expands committee on child safety

The HC has included headmistresses from an urban school and a rural school, noting that the problems faced by respective schools would be different

1 min

Massive fire at Times Tower, no casualties

Fire at the Kamala Mills compound sparks memories of past incidents

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Handing over of salt pan lands to expedite Dharavi project

The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) received a major boost on Monday when the Union cabinet approved the transfer of 256 acres of salt pan land in Mumbai.

1 min

BMC laid eco rules even before CPCB

ECO-GANPATI - Deputy Commissioner (Zone II) Prashant Sapkale speaks exclusively to the FPJ

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NCLT resolves spice-pickle group's feud over shares

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has provided a resolution to the long-standing family feud within the Bedekar Group, a 123-year-old business known for its pickles, spices, and ready-mixes.

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30L houses for EWS, LIG by 2030

State housing minister Atul Save has announced that the state is committed to providing 30 lakh affordable homes by 2030 for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Lower Income Group (LIG). Save was addressing the Housing and Infrastructure Summit organised by Elets Technomedia on Friday.

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Fadnavis urges BMC chief to drop 1st attempt pass condition

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday requested the BMC chief Bhushan Gagrani to drop the recruitment condition that a candidate must have cleared Class 10 and graduation exams in the first attempt.

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Badlapur stn shooting: Accused victim both are history-sheeters

Vikas Pagare, the 25-year-old who fired shots at two people at the crowded Badlapur station on Thursday, is a habitual offender, said the police, adding that one of the victims, Shankar Sansare, is an externee. Meanwhile, Pagare, a cable operator by profession, was produced in court on Friday, which remanded him to police custody for four days.

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Biker with uncontrolled BP finds recovery path

New lease of life

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Bldr duo held for cheating businessman

A builder duo has been arrested for allegedly cheating a businessman and his father of several crores by reselling the flats purchased by the latter.

1 min

Use of DJs, laser lights not part of Islam: Plea in HC

Neither Quran nor Hadith prescribes use of DJ system or laser lights, plea asserts

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Rights body rebukes Palghar collector for not replying back

The Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has strongly criticised the Palghar collector for failing to respond to its inquiries regarding public health concerns related to the use of chemicals by fruit vendors in Nallasopara. The commission, led by Justice KK Tated and Sanjay Kumar, has issued a stern warning to the collector, questioning why prosecution should not be initiated against him.

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Countdown begins for Bandra fair

WAIT ENDS! - Beginning Sunday, event is one of the biggest such gatherings in city

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Contractor among 5 held for death of 3 workers in slab collapse

The Dindoshi police have arrested five people, including a contractor, after three labourers died in a slab collapse in Malad on Thursday.

1 min

Late Patangrao Kadam's statue unveiled in Sangli

Rahul Gandhi recalled that Patangrao Kadam stood by Indira Gandhi during challenging times after her electoral defeat

1 min

7,000 COPS DEPLOYED FOR GANPATI FESTIVAL

GANPATI BAPPA MORYA - Pune all decked up to celebrate its biggest festival

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FDA issues guidelines for safe food practices

During the Ganesh festival and other upcoming celebrations, sweets, khawa, mava, namkeen, and other food items are in high demand.

1 min

Awareness in disaster mgmt essential for all: Div Comm'r

Divisional Commissioner Dilip Gawade emphasized the critical role of disaster management during natural calamities, underscoring the need for effective coordination, communication, and local involvement.

1 min

Mother-daughter duo dies by suicide; villagers left in shock

The villagers of Galleborgaon in Khuldabad taluka were shocked when a motherdaughter duo ended their lives by suicide by jumping into a well.

1 min

Sensex tanks 1,017 points to close at 2-week low

ROUT ON D-STREET - Tracking weak global trends

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Mauritius FPIs named by Hindenburg challenge SEBI norms as deadline looms

Two Mauritius-based foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), who were linked to Adani Group in the January 2023 Hindenburg report, have petitioned the Securities Appellate Tribunal, seeking urgent relief from complying with Sebi's new foreign investor norms, court filings accessed by Moneycontrol showed. Both entities filed the case and paid the fee to SAT on August 19, filings showed.

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Godfrey Philips shareholders okay reappointment of Bina Modi as MD

Shareholders of cigarette maker Godfrey Phillips India Ltd have approved the special resolution for the re-appointment of Bina Modi as Managing Director of the company with a majority of 86.6 per cent votes.

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SC to list plea on insolvency proceedings against Byju's

The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to list for an early hearing the appeal of US-based creditor Glas Trust Company LLC against a judgment of the NCLAT, which had stayed insolvency proceedings against ed-tech firm BYJU's and approving its Rs 158.9 crore dues settlement with the BCCI.

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Dissent in BJP spreads further

HARYANA POLL TICKET DENIAL

1 min

Meteorite, heat possible causes

Lunar seismic discovery

1 min

'Twice bitten' Nitish 'vows' to stay with NDA

POLITICAL GESTURE: RJD-wary Bihar chief minister made statement in Nadda's presence

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UP achieves 'Top Achiever' position

Uttar Pradesh has been recognized as a \"Top Achiever\" in the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) 2022, a prestigious distinction announced by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.

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Rocket attack on Manipur ex-CM's house kills 1, hurts 5

Situation in violence-torn Manipur seems to be getting out of control. A priest was killed and five were injured in a rocket attack at the house of Manipur’s first CM M Koireng on Friday.

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CM will take call on waste mgnt plant at Verna plateau: Min

Saying he has conveyed the sentiments and anxiety of the people of Nuvem constituency over the waste management plant proposed on the Verna plateau, Environment Minister Aleixo Sequeira has said Chief Minister Pramod Sawant will take a call on the plant.

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Dry spell enables PWD to fill potholes ahead of Chaturthi

SUBSTANTIAL STRETCHES OF ROADS COMPLETED

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Kalol residents attack BJP leaders

Tension escalated between the Kalol municipality's leadership and the local population, who are frustrated with delays in development works

1 min

Illegal liquor sale soar in Sai government rule: Thakur

Congress party alleged that liquor is sold in the state on overpriced rate under the protection of corrupt liquor mafia-leader-bureaucratic nexus and recent action taken by the district collector Raipur is proof.

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DEO threatening students of jail, removed

District Education Officer (DEO) Abhay Jaiswal, who had allegedly threatened and misbehaved with the girl students complaining about a shortage of teachers of a Aliwara School of Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon district, has been removed from his post.

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CM Sai's will attend Chakradhar Samaroh in Raigarh district

He will stay in Raigarh for two days

1 min

Health Minister conducted surprise inspections of hospital in Bastar

HEALTH INSPECTION - Minister Jaiswal instructed implement of ‘Annapurna' kitchen in districts

1 min

Registry rates of property may increase every quarter

CMSPEAK: Yadav calls for stern action in GST evasion cases

1 min

Constable saves passenger's life trapped under moving train

A Government Railway Police (GRP) constables quick action saved the life of a passenger who slipped while trying to board a moving train.

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213 FIRs this year, justice still a far cry for 58% victims

A majority of victims of dowry harassment who have taken legal courses continue to run from pillar to post for justice.

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Anxious September for Don in courts

Ahead of the presidential elections in November, Republican nominee Donald Trump faces a nervous September when his cases come up before two courts.

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WAYS TO KEEP EYES SPARKLING

Fatty acids like omega-3 are essential for our overall health, including our eye health. Foods like fish, nuts, and flaxseed are rich in fatty acids and can help improve the moisture and elasticity of the eyes. This will not only make your eyes look brighter, but also prevent dryness and irritation.

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An underrated gem

The Yezdi Adventure was launched two years ago. It was aimed at taking a dig at the sales of entry-level adventure bikes. The updated bike for 2024 makes that even clearer

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A fresh starter

We experienced the convenience of the \"Smart Key\" feature in the Yamaha Aerox 155 Version S

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Tecnimont's improved efficiency in managing construction projects

Hexagon's iConstruct is proving to a helpful ally with its state-of-the-art technology has resulted in a reduction of approximately 20% in hours spent and cost savings of 10%

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Vadhvan Port: Game changer for the Indian maritime sector

Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Chairman, JNPA, offers a peek into India's growing port sector

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Power doesn't always mean profit: What builders of digital ecosystems can learn from the metaverse.

As digitisation marches on, AI continues its rise—and a handful of tech companies are doing very well indeed.

1 min

Emergency postponed

New release date to be announced soon, says Kangana Ranaut

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A gripping tale of cat and mouse

Netflix has released the trailer for its upcoming crime thriller, Sector 36, capturing the attention of viewers with its intense storyline.

1 min

'India's fast bowling makes them difficult'

Labuschagne feels visitors will be tough to beat in Oz conditions

1 min

Harvinder, Preeti to be flag-bearers

Para-archer said carrying the country's flag was the highest honour he could have dreamed of

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