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Fed set to cut rates in Sept

Some even favoured July move

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August 22, 2024
'Amazon's predatory pricing impacting small retailers'
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'Amazon's predatory pricing impacting small retailers'

Goyal raises concerns over rapid expansion of e-commerce giants

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August 22, 2024
Operator arrested for taking ₹3k bribe
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Operator arrested for taking ₹3k bribe

The Anti-corruption Bureau (ACB)has arrested the operator of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MNREGA) for taking a bribe of 3,000.

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August 22, 2024
Cop is accused of thrashing a delivery boy for delay
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Cop is accused of thrashing a delivery boy for delay

A policeman severely thrashed a delivery boy black and blue over a delay in delivering his parcel.

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August 22, 2024
Punjab CM slams Kejriwal's arrest
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Punjab CM slams Kejriwal's arrest

\"The arrest of Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is a conspiracy to destroy Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

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August 22, 2024
Child molestation stirs outrage in the region
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Child molestation stirs outrage in the region

The entire region has been shaken by a shocking incident of a four-and-a-half-year-old girl's molestation, which took place in the limits of Vavi Police Station in Sinnar taluka of Nashik district.

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August 22, 2024
Harsul Lake's water level has increased to 10 feet
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Harsul Lake's water level has increased to 10 feet

The rainfall started on Sunday evening and continued even on Monday and Tuesday, causing waterlogging

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August 22, 2024
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Porsche case: Minor's family seeks return of seized vehicle

The family of the 17-year-old accused of killing two IT professionals by ramming his Porsche in Pune's Kalyani Nagar on May 19, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, has filed a petition requesting the return of the luxury vehicle currently in the custody of Pune Police, media reports say.

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August 22, 2024
Unhygienic facilities for HG candidates at Pune Rural Police HQ
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Unhygienic facilities for HG candidates at Pune Rural Police HQ

Physical examination for the recruitment of 1,800 home guard posts at Pune Rural Police headquarters is currently going on.

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August 22, 2024
Yerwada station opens; Line 2 is fully operational
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Yerwada station opens; Line 2 is fully operational

The Yerwada Metro Station finally opened on Wednesday, making the Vanaz to Ramwadi corridor fully operational.

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August 22, 2024
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Fadnavis' aide Ghatge may switch to NCP (SP)

BJP may soon face a significant setback from Sharad Pawar in light of the upcoming assembly elections in the state, potentially reshaping the political landscape in Kolhapur.

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August 22, 2024
Aspirants demand inclusion of 258 agri dept posts in exam
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Aspirants demand inclusion of 258 agri dept posts in exam

Exam postponement is also demanded as it conflicts with the IBPS exam, affecting candidates appearing for both

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August 22, 2024
BMC plans ₹133 crore plug for western suburban water leaks
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BMC plans ₹133 crore plug for western suburban water leaks

Focus on fixing leakages and preventing contamination from Bandra to Dahisar; team to address illegal motor pumps, illegal pipelines

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August 22, 2024
Land dispute rage: Custody till Aug 23
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Land dispute rage: Custody till Aug 23

Seven injured persons in hospital; condition of one critical; accused runs furniture store

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August 22, 2024
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Real Estate Forum on Aug 29; Shinde, Fadnavis to attend

The Maharashtra chapter of the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) is set to host its flagship event, The Real Estate Forum (TREF) 2024, on August 29 at Hotel Trident, Mumbai.

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August 22, 2024
'Name etched on cookers is to deceive public'
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'Name etched on cookers is to deceive public'

The complainant in the alleged Rs12.50crore pressure cooker scam that unfolded in Chandivali has demanded that the police immediately book MLA Dilip Lande and BMC officials for \"hatching a criminal conspiracy and misappropriation of government property\".

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August 22, 2024
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Banker who duped three cops plays cat and mouse game

MNS workers get their hands on him after 4 months; cops loosen hold over jurisdiction

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August 22, 2024
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No evidence, man acquitted in 39-year-old taxi robbery case

Driver, who was injured during the robbery, was left with ₹300 and his watch stolen, as per prosecution

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August 22, 2024
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MVA will corner 80 defectors: Chavan

Will focus on 40 MLAs each from the Shiv Sena and NCP who switched loyalties, says former CM

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August 22, 2024
Female Maoist with ₹6L bounty surrenders
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Female Maoist with ₹6L bounty surrenders

A 40-year-old Maoist carrying a reward of Rs6 lakh on surrendered Wednesday before the Gadchiroli police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

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August 22, 2024
State asked to reply to Mihir Shah's plea
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State asked to reply to Mihir Shah's plea

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday directed the state government to reply to the petition filed by Mihir Shah, the main accused in the BMW hit-and-run, and his driver Rajrishi Bidawat, alleging that they have been illegally detained.

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August 22, 2024
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ED arrests Pune zilla parishad ex-chief in ₹393cr bank scam

The agency seized ₹5.6 crore in cash, five luxury cars and watches worth ₹1cr

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August 22, 2024
Family challenges acquittal of accused
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Family challenges acquittal of accused

The family of slain rationalist Narendra Dabholkar has approached the Bombay High Court challenging acquittal of three accused in the case by the sessions court.

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August 22, 2024
Decorative tree lighting for G20 removed: BMC tells HC
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Decorative tree lighting for G20 removed: BMC tells HC

HC hears PIL on effects of lighting on trees; plea seeks removal of add-ons in Thane, Mira-Bhayandar as well

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August 22, 2024
As elections near, Jarange sword hangs over parties
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As elections near, Jarange sword hangs over parties

Activist keeps netas on tenterhooks, says he will take his own time to decide whether to field candidates

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August 22, 2024
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All hands up for security control rooms at hospitals

To ensure the safety and security of patients, doctors, and hospital staff, the BMC has decided to introduce 'Security Control Rooms' in hospitals.

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August 22, 2024
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Wet lease buses on strike again, Deonar is first stop

Wet-lease contractor says demands of drivers have increased for salaries, Diwali bonus and BEST benefits

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August 22, 2024
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Sule asks Fadnavis to quit, appeals to take away her security

NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the ruling dispensation, while speaking on the Badlapur sex assault.

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August 22, 2024
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'Spl units can tackle woes of women, kids'

State child rights body revisits its 2023 proposal of having a separate wing on the lines of crime branch

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August 22, 2024
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'Basic probe tenets usually not followed in crimes against women'

HC slammed head constable, dubbing his statement as palpably false; case related to outraging woman's modesty

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August 22, 2024