The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - October 31, 2024

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October 31, 2024

3 DEAD IN CYLINDER BLAST

Three persons, including two children, died while one person has sustained severe injuries after three cylinders exploded in a general store at Ulwe.

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Nostalgia time for NZ's Patel

New Zealand's Ajaz Patel feels a deep, spiritual connection to Mumbai, the city where he spent his formative years.

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MVA to declare poll guarantees at BKC rally headlined by Rahul

Party says ongoing conflicts over seat-sharing in the MVA will be resolved within the next two days

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Mahayuti backs MNS in Shivadi

Mahayuti has given unconditional support to Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) in Shivadi assembly constituency, declining to nominate a candidate against Bala Nandgaonkar.

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Penguins' upkeep burns a hole in Byculla zoo's pocket

While the penguins have been a crowd-puller at the Byculla zoo, they have also proved to be a costly venture for the BMC.

1 min

HC relief for Skechers in trademark copy case

In an interim relief for Skechers South Asia Pvt Ltd, the Bombay High Court (HC) recently restrained defendants, accused of infringing the global footwear brand's trademarks for fake products, from using the labels in question.

1 min

Nod to coconuts in Sabarimala flights

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has granted a rare exemption to Sabarimala pilgrims, allowing those flying to Kerala for this purpose to carry coconuts in their cabin baggage for temple rituals.

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Now ₹2 crore threat to Salman; one arrested

The Worli police have arrested a man from Bandra for issuing death threats to actor Salman Khan and demanding an extortion amount of Rs 2 crore.

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₹6.5 LAKH THEFT AT SHINDE'S RALLY

The Srinagar police have booked an unidentified person for allegedly robbing five office bearers of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena of gold ornaments and cash amounting to Rs6.5 lakh.

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Mumbai sees record ₹1,081cr in property registrations

Property registrations in Mumbai soared this Diwali season, with the Maharashtra government recording a revenue of Rs1,081 crore for October—up by a remarkable 52% from last year's festive month, according to a report by ANAROCK Research.

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DT tech shows promising results in managing type 2 diabetes

A year-long study on managing type 2 diabetes (T2D) was published in the latest edition of Nature, a medical journal highlighting the effectiveness of digital twin (DT) intervention in improving glycaemic control, reducing dependency on anti-diabetic medications, and enhancing overall metabolic health.

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Direct fight between BJP and Cong on 3 seats

The arch-rivals will contest against each other in Kasba Peth, Shivajinagar and Pune Cantonment

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71 resign from PMC due to increased workload

Seventy-one employees of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) have resigned due to increased workload, while 13 employees have taken voluntary retirement so far this year.

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Tilak vows to regain bastion

Kunal Tilak, the son of late BJP MLA Mukta Tilak, was in the running for the Kasba Peth Assembly seat.

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Close contest expected in narrow-margin seats

Out of 21 Pune district seats, 10 had victory margins under 10k votes while six had under 5k

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Motorcycle theft on rise

Recently, thieves stole three motorcycles from different areas in Nashik, sparking concerns among residents.

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Case filed against Suhas Kande

In the Nandgaon Assembly Constituency, Mahayuti has fielded current MLA Suhas Kande of Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction). However, Sameer Bhujbal, nephew of Chhagan Bhujbal, has challenged Kande by filing as an independent candidate, escalating tensions.

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Friendly fire: Now Mahayuti faces rift over nominations

With the final deadline for filing nomination papers for the Maharashtra Assembly elections passing on Tuesday, the Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalitions are facing internal conflicts as candidates from allied parties are filing against each other.

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205 total nominations filed in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

SOARING ASPIRATIONS

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India's gold imports jump 21.78% to $27 bn in Apr-Sep

The country's gold imports, which have a bearing on the country's current account deficit (CAD), rose by 21.78 per cent to USD 27 billion during April-September this fiscal due to strong domestic demand, according to the government data.

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10% of workers hired this yr hold job titles that didn't exist in 2000

Workplace transformation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, as 10 per cent of workers hired globally in 2024 hold job titles that didn't exist in 2000, including Sustainability Manager, AI engineer and Social Media Manager.

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Sebi issues ₹154.5 cr demand notices to RHFL's promoter, 5 others

Sebi on Wednesday sent demand notices to six entities, including Reliance Home Finance's promoter entity, asking them to pay Rs 154.50 crore for diversion of funds from the company.

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India's external assets grew faster than liabilities: RBI

India's external assets grew faster than its liabilities between June 2023 and June 2024, according to the latest report from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

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Zydus Wellness to acquire Naturell (India) for ₹390 crore

Zydus Wellness on Wednesday said its board has approved the acquisition of Naturell (India), a maker of healthy snacks such as nutrition bars and protein chips, for Rs 390 crore.

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Yatharth Hospital to acquire 60% stake in Faridabad-based facility

Yatharth Hospital and Trauma Care Services on Wednesday said its board has approved the acquisition of 60 per cent stake in a Faridabad-based hospital, which is yet to commence operations, at an enterprise value of Rs 152 crore.

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THE RESILIENT GEM: INDIA'S GROWING JEWELLERY INDUSTRY

India's jewellery industry occupies a distinct position on the global stage as it is not only a crucial pillar of India's export economy but also serves as a symbol of cultural heritage and timeless elegance. The sector provides employment to more than 5 million people. Let's explore the key challenges, current trends, and future prospects of the gems and jewellery industry comprehensively.

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Nifty has to hold above 24350 for upmove

Nifty Index opened negative but recovered in the first half of the session. However, it failed to hold at higher zones and drifted lower later to close with losses of around 130 points.

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RG Kar: Jr doctors' rally seeking swift action by CBI

Members of the West Bengal Junior Doctors Front along with a large number of Kolkatans on Wednesday held a protest rally from the West Bengal Medical Council to the CBI headquarters in Kolkata demanding \"swift action\" and a \"proper chargesheet\".

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Activist files defamation case against Siddaramaiah

Self-styled 'activist' TJ Abraham on Wednesday filed a defamation lawsuit against Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in a court in Bengaluru.

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JUMBO STRUGGLE FOR MAYA TO REMAIN AFLOAT

UP BYPOLLS | BSP, once a powerful force for the Dalit and marginalized communities, is facing a deep crisis

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AP makes mental health support available: Toll-free number 14416

Say no to suicides, and yes to Telemanas 14416, emphasizes the Commissioner.

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AP seeks Salesforce to partner in growth

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh has called upon Salesforce CEO Clara Shih to collaborate with the state government in developing a skilled workforce and implementing AI-driven solutions.

1 min

Chandrababu Naidu extends Diwali Greetings

In a tweet, he highlighted the Deepam 2.0 scheme as a significant initiative to brighten the lives of women in the state

1 min

King Charles pays 3-day private visit

Britain's King Charles paid a private visit to Bengaluru where he stayed at a sprawling integrative medical facility here, sources said on Wednesday.

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BJP raking up issue with eye on polls in Maharashtra, says Karnataka Min

'BJP trying to incite farmers on the controversy'

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BJP MP urges JPC Chair to talk with farmers

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has requested the Chairperson of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, Jagdambika Pal, to invite farmers from Karnataka's Vijayapura district as witnesses to discuss their land disputes with the Waqf Board.

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HC grants bail to actor Darshan on medical grounds

In a relief to actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, an accused in the Renukaswamy murder case, the Karnataka High Court on Wednesday granted him interim bail on medical grounds, to undergo spine surgery.

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Activist files defamation case against Siddaramaiah for 'blackmailer' taint

Advocate-activist T J Abraham on Wednesday said he has filed a defamation suit against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in a special court here for allegedly calling him a blackmailer.

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AIIMS Raipur Launches Drone Medicine Delivery Service

AIIMS Raipur has launched a pilot project for the transportation of medicines via drones.

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Bamburdih Sarpanch removed over financial misconduct

Sarpanch Shatrughan Chelak of Gram Panchayat Bamburdih, under Mahasamund development block of Chhattisgarh, has been removed from office following allegations of financial irregularities and negligence in developmental works.

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SSP Raipur conducts surprise night patrol

To directly assess police responsiveness and nighttime visibility, Raipur's Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Santosh Singh (I.P.S.) conducted a surprise bike patrol, inspecting 51 patrolling points across the city.

1 min

'Greenman' inspires Tata execs

Renowned environmentalist and 'Greenman' of India, Viral Desai, recently addressed executives of Tata Steel and Tata Pipes, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action.

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Modi inaugurates medical device unit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the new medical device manufacturing plant at Meril company in Chala, Vapi taluka during the launch of multiple health projects from the All India Institute of Ayurved (AIIA) in New Delhi.

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CM gets into Arjun tank, takes aims with 7.72 SIG SAUER Rifle

Arjun Tank and 7.62 SIG SAUER Rifle, that strike terror in hearts of the enemy, are part of a two-day military exhibition of the 4-day function of MP Foundation Day.

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MP's 69th Foundation day celebrations off to a roaring start

The state proudly stands out on the national map with its rich culture and spiritual significance and serves as a food basket to the entire country: CM

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Four more elephants die in Bandhavgarh

■ Initial probe hints at consumption of toxic Kudo, STF questions five persons, searches seven fields and houses

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Yadav to celebrate Diwali at Anand Dham old age home

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is going to celebrate Diwali with the elderly at Anand Dham on Thursday.

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Dhiren Shastri lashes out at those objecting to firecracker use

Amid Diwali festivities, many are concerned over rising pollution and its aggravation due to bursting of firecrackers. Many have also opined that the oil used in diyas (oil lamps) should be distributed among the poor.

1 min

Partisanship in House committees

The injection of bitterness and visceral antagonism in politics in recent years has vitiated the atmosphere of Parliamentary committees in recent years

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Ivanka missing from Don's rallies

Ivanka Trump, the elder daughter of Donald Trump and one of the most prominent faces in the presidential 2020 campaign, has refused to enter the political arena this time.

1 min

Kyiv, Russia talks on halting strikes on energy facilities?

NEGOTIATIONS IN EARLY STAGE | Both Ukraine, Moscow quiet; diplomats say potential to restart something

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Poilievre skips Diwali function, shows his true colours

Hindu's in Canada are aggrieved after Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre chose to cancel the 2024 Diwali celebrations.

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No pointing fingers, lock arms: Harris

With just a week away from the US presidential election day, Vice-President and Democratic Party nominee Kamala Harris Tuesday addressed a capacity crowd at the Ellipse and made her closing remarks wherein she reiterated her promises for a \"new America\" but used her rival Donald Trump as a spine in her attack.

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Israel orders evacuation in east Lebanon

The Israeli military issued a new evacuation warning on Wednesday for residents of a large area of the eastern Lebanese city of Baalbek and its 3,000-year-old Roman ruins.

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No place for Hasina's 'fascist' party in Bangladesh: Yunus

Dr Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor of Bangladesh's interim leader, has accused the political party of ousted authoritarian leader Sheikh Hasina of exhibiting \"all the characteristics of fascism\".

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Easwaran, Nitish Reddy, Prasidh to be under close scrutiny at India 'A' match

India A play four-day match against Australia A in the city of Mackay

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Nayar backs Rohit, Kohli

THIRD TEST | India assistant coach gives credit to NZ for countering spin

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Harris Shield tournament from Nov 4

The 128th Harris Shield Tournament is all set to kick off on November 4, 2024 at the iconic Parsee Gymkhana in Mumbai.

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KING CHARLES III GETS 'REJUVENATED' AT BENGALURU

MONARCH, WIFE LEAVE AFTER 4-DAY 'STRICTLY PRIVATE' VISIT

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Hamilton to drive his hero's car

AYRTON SENNA HAD LOST HIS LIFE IN 1994 SAN MARINO GP

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