The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - November 22, 2024

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November 22, 2024

Class 10, 12 board exam dates are out

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has released the 2025 board exam schedules for Classes 10 and 12.

1 min

War Crimes: ICC Arrest Warrant For Netanyahu

The ICC move could have limited impact since Israel and its major backer, the US, are not members of the Court

1 min

Identify those who create conflict: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a special session of the Parliament of Guyana on Wednesday, said it is time to identify those who create conflict, rather than engage in it.

1 min

High turnout a sign of anti-incumbency?

There was an unprecedented uptick in voting observed in western Maharashtra at the end of polling on Wednesday, when Kolhapur district reported the highest percentage of voting in the entire state.

1 min

Rahul at his usual Ra Ga

Gandhi on Thursday Congress leader Rahul demanded the \"immediate arrest\" of industrialist Gautam Adani for breaking both Indian and American laws.

1 min

Court in jail for Yasin Malik

Remarking that even Ajmal Kasab was given a fair trial, the Supreme Court on Thursday indicated it may set up a courtroom inside Tihar Jail for the trial of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front leader Yasin Malik for two cases filed against him for kidnapping and murder which are pending trial before a Jammu court.

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BJP: a hit at India's core

Soon after Congress Sleader Rahul Gandhi sought the arrest of industrialist Gautam Adani and accused PM Modi and a \"network\" of shielding him, the BJP hit back, accusing the Congress of trying to harm the markets through its propaganda. BJP spokesperson and MP Sambit Patra, while speaking at the party headquarters, also accused Gandhi of being part of an \"international structure\" which had US politician Ilhan Omar and businessman George Soros as key players and which wants to \"undermine the Indian economy\".

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Kenya nixes Adani airport deal

Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday he had ordered the cancellation of a procurement process which was expected to hand over control of the country's main airport to Adani Group.

1 min

Dogged by sex trafficking charges, Trump's pick exits

Matt Gaetz withdrew on Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general. He was under scrutiny in a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on the former congressman's ability to be confirmed as the nation's chief federal law enforcement officer.

1 min

TRIAL AND TRIBULATION OF MR ADANI

TOPSY-TURVY | Indicted in the US on bribery charges; net worth drops by ₹2.19 lakh crore

2 mins

DID PUTIN USE N-CAPABLE ICBM?

Russia fired an intercontinental ballistic missile during an attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday, Kyiv's air force said.

1 min

Exit polls: Mahayuti buoyant; MVA snubs

Mahayuti says it has the edge; MVA says it will get the maximum number of seats and form government

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Naxal-affected Gadchiroli records 73.68% attendance

The Naxal-affected Gadchiroli district recorded an impressive voter turnout of 73.68% in the assembly elections.

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Naxal-affected Gadchiroli records 73.68% attendance

The Naxal-affected Gadchiroli district recorded an impressive voter turnout of 73.68% in the assembly elections.

1 min

Bitcoin Scam: CBI Intensifies Scrutiny Of Whistleblower

ED raid at Mehta's residence in Raipur yielded several critical items such as pen drive and hard disks

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Lazy Mumbai city records 52.6% turnout

The voter turnout figures released on Thursday by the BMC indicated a low turnout in the city during the November 20 assembly election. In Mumbai city district, voter participation stood at 52.65%, while the suburban district saw a slightly higher turnout of 56.39%; both figures are marginally higher than 2019.

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Polling Officers write heartfelt letter to their returning officer

While there is a general perception that election duty is a tedious task that mentally and physically exhausts those drafted in to perform it, a letter penned by two polling staff for their returning officer might change this.

1 min

MU win gold in cross-country championship

The University of Mumbai has won its first-ever gold medal at the all-India inter-university cross-country championship, held at Mangalore University.

1 min

Fadnavis eyes CM's chair if Mahayuti wins election

GAME OF THRONES | BJP sources say the party committed a blunder by handing the chief minister's seat to Eknath Shinde after the split in the Shiv Sena. Will it rectify that mistake and give the post to Fadnavis, the architect of that split, this time around?

3 mins

Shoddy work threatens Banganga Tank restoration

Social media video appears to depict workers using broken bricks to restore its already damaged steps

2 mins

Court criticises ED over lack of medical exam of mastermind

The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday produced before a special PMLA court the alleged mastermind of the Rs125 crore money laundering case involving a Malegaon bank.

1 min

Chef stuck in Maldives rescued

The Bharosa Cell attached to the Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar police rescued a 24-year-old man who was allegedly confined and forced to work in inhuman conditions at a resort in Maldives.

1 min

Haji Ali revives plan for world's tallest flagpole

Haji Ali dargah has revived an old plan to fly the tricolour from the world's tallest flagpole on the rocky islet off the Mumbai Coastal Road.

1 min

HC gives 4 weeks to save resort from demolition

IFS AND BUTS \ Pre-condition for Sadanand Kadam is to pay ₹25.27L to challenge MOEFCC order; razing order issued in ,23

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HC upholds wife's cruelty complaint, scraps hubby's plea

Unless both parties agree to dissolve the marriage, a decree for divorce cannot be granted, court says

1 min

Tax defaulters: BMO plans asset auctions

The BMC has stepped up efforts to recover dues from major defaulters following a decline in property tax revenue in recent years. Over the past decade, 3,322 properties worth Rs3,438 crore have been attached.

1 min

Man held in Kurla for opening 35 bank accounts for scams

The Kurla police have arrested a man who opened multiple bank accounts and handed them over to cyber criminals in exchange for substantial commissions.

1 min

₹100 crore IIT -B fund to boost tech start-ups

The Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SINE) at IIT Bombay is considering launching a venture capital fund of Rs100 crore to support emerging deep-tech and product-driven startups in sectors like biotechnology, space technology, defence, and clean energy. The announcement comes ahead of SINE\"s 20th anniversary celebration on November 28-29.

1 min

Decks cleared for redvpt of 25 GTB Nagar hsg socs

Long Pending | High Court dismissed petition by Navi Mumbai Housing Corp which asserted its vested rights in redevelopment

1 min

Man kills wife in argument over jewellery

A 25-year-old woman from Malabar Hill was allegedly strangled to death with a towel by her husband on Wednesday, during an argument over her jewellery and suspicion of infidelity.

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Voters remain trapped in jam

Vehicles, mostly ferrying voters, remained queued from Suvarna Mandir at Navle Bridge on the Pune Satara Highway to Varve

1 min

Sharp decrease in dengue, chikungunya

Pune has seen a significant drop in the number of dengue and chikungunya cases since the start of November.

1 min

International floriculture & horticulture exhibition

The exhibition will be open from 10am to 7pm from Nov 22 to 24, with a nominal entry fee

1 min

Man absconds after setting ablaze vehicle

A person caused an uproar by setting ablaze a garbage collection vehicle of the gram panchayat in Undale, Karad village, on Wednesday afternoon when voting for the Karad Dakshin constituency was underway.

1 min

'RAANTI' IN CINEMAS TODAY

Marathi cinema, known for its compelling narratives, has a new thrilling addition with the arrival of the action film Raanti.

1 min

Health services gearing up for Kartiki

Alandi Rural Hospital's facilities will be enhanced; temporary clinics and dispensaries will be set up

1 min

Surge in Pune's turnout

FESTIVAL OF DEMOCRACY | From centenarians to students, enthusiastic voters helped increase turnout vis-a-vis 2019 Maharashtra Assembly polls

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Educational legacy, innovation displayed at polling stations

A polling station in Pune's Shivajinagar area on wednesday offered a unique experience to voters, blending democratic participation with technological innovation.

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Curiosity over results after 68.78% polling

The polling for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 ended in the nine assembly constituencies of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar amid a heated political atmosphere on wednesday. Clashes between the candidates and their supporters have been seen during the Voting.

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National conference on capital market

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar branch of WIRC of ICAI has organised a two-day National Conference on Capital Market on Nov 22 and 23 under the aegis of the Committee on Financial Markets and Investors' Protection.

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'Eklavya' students shine in fest

Students of Eklavya Model Residential School in Maharashtra excelled at the National Cultural and Art Festival held recently in Odisha.

1 min

VOTER ALLEGES BOGUS VOTING

A voter, Savita Govind Jadhav, alleges that bogus voting was conducted at booth no 3 in Raja Shivaji Secondary and Higher Secondary School in Bajajnagar.

1 min

Nashik voted in peace

RIGHT EXERCISED | With over 78% of voters exercising their franchise, Dindori saw the highest turnout within Nashik

1 min

Sulafest to return after 5 years in Feb 2025

After a hiatus of nearly five years, India's most iconic wine and music festival, Sulafest, is making its much-awaited return.

1 min

Special drive for caste certificate verification

The caste certificate verification committee will organise a special drive on Nov 28 for the verification of the caste certificates of the students of various reserved categories willing to take admissions for the vocational courses in the academic year 2024-25, informed the member secretary of the committee, Kishor Kulkarni.

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Three-tier security for strong rooms

To safeguard the strong rooms housing EVMs for the four city constituencies and Igatpuri, a three-tier security system has been established under the jurisdiction of the Police Commissionerate.

1 min

JALEEL ACCUSES BJP'S SAVE OF BUYING VOTES

'NOTE FOR VOTIE, \ The AIMIM candidate alleged that he was manhandled by BJP workers for opposing Save's actions

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65.80% voter turnout in Jalgaon district

Jalgaon recorded 65.80% voter turnout in the Maharashtra Assembly elections across its 11 constituencies, District Election Officer Ayush Prasad announced on Thursday evening. Notably, women Voters turned out in large numbers, with 65.40% of women casting their vote.

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Gilts end down as US yields rise, Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate

Government bond prices ended lower on Thursday due to an overnight rise in US Treasury yields and the news of a flare-up in the Russia-Ukraine war, dealers said.

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Indian MSMEs create about 10 cr jobs in 15 months

The total number of new jobs created by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country has gone up by close to 10 crore in the last 15 months, official data recorded on the government's Udyam portal showed.

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Steelmakers need to collaborate with IISc & IITs

Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy has said that steelmakers need to collaborate with leading institutions like Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and IITs for research to create a globally-competitive and technologically-advanced steel industry.

1 min

CEA Nageswaran asks India Inc not to seek protective cover of weak currency

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday advised India Inc not to seek protective cover of weak currency as it is not a substitute for productivity and investment in research and development.

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Sensex, Nifty tumble amid broad-based selloff

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Thursday amid a sharp fall in Adani group stocks after billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani was charged in the US for alleged bribery and fraud.

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Rupee falls 8 paise to hit all-time low of 84.50 per US dollar

The rupee depreciated 8 paise to settle at an all-time low of 84.50 against the US dollar on Thursday, dragged down by massive sell-off in domestic equity markets and surging crude oil prices amid a volatile geopolitical situation.

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Price stability bedrock for sustained growth: RBI Guv

MONETARY POLICY | Central Bank aims to target 4% inflation

1 min

Power shortages may limit the growth of AI data centres

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) technologies is set to strain global power supplies, as per a latest report.

1 min

India To Be Insulated From Trade War Between US And China

India will be relatively insulated from the global economic shocks expected from a potential trade war between US and China in 2025, as per a report by Goldman Sachs.

1 min

Sebi abolishes l% security deposit requirements in public issues

Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday abolished the requirement of a mandatory security deposit with the exchanges before a public issue in a bid to facilitate ease of doing business for issuer companies.

1 min

K'taka Milk Federation enters Delhi-NCR

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday launched the Karnataka Milk Federation's (KMF) Nandini brand milk products in the Delhi-NCR market, pricing them marginally lower than competitors to gain a foothold in the region.

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Goyal asks industry to utilise ₹1L cr ANRF fund to foster innovation

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday asked India Inc to utilise the Rs 1 lakh crore fund under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to foster innovation and create a research-based ecosystem in the country.

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Domestic airlines, fleet to touch l,400 planes in 5 yrs

Civil Aviation Secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam on Thursday said the number of planes with domestic airlines will increase to l,400 in the next five years as he highlighted the growth potential of the country's aviation space.

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ACC, NLC India, others bag five coal mines in 10th round of auction

NLC India Ltd, ACC Ltd, and JSW Energy Utkal Ltd are among the five companies that have bagged five mines on the first day of the tenth round of commercial coal mine auction, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.

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Moody's says indictment of Gautam Adani on bribery charges credit negative for group

Moody's Ratings on Thursday said it will look at Adani group's governance practices when assessing the ports-to-energy conglomerate's ability to access capital in the aftermath of indictment of the group head Gautam Adani on bribery charges.

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Hyundai Motor India to set up 2 RE plants at Chennai facility

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) on Thursday said it will set up two renewable energy plants at its vehicle manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu as part of the company's move to transition to 100 per cent renewable electricity across manufacturing operations by 2025.

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93% of Indian execs surveyed see cyber-budget increase next year

As much as 93 per cent of Indian executives surveyed anticipate a rise in their cybersecurity budget next year, with 17 per cent planning to raise their budgets by 15 per cent or more, according to PwC India Digital Trust Insights 2025.

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Moglix acquires Khatema Fibres for ₹80 crore

B2B e-commerce platform Moglix on Thursday announced acquisition of paper manufacturing firm Khatema Fibres for Rs 80 crore and said it would help the platform expand product portfolio.

1 min

Coal India relaxes purchase restrictions on non-power sectors, private power cos

This is a major shift in policy Coal India has followed for nonpower sectors over the past eight years

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Domestic solar installations surge 167% to 16.4 GW in Jan-Sep: Mercom

India added 16.4 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity during January-September 2024, posting a 167 per cent year-on-year rise on account of commissioning of delayed projects, Mercom Capital said.

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Jio, Airtel, VIL collectively lose over 1 crore mobile subscribers in Sep

Private telcos Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea cumulatively lost over one crore wireless subscribers in September, even as state-owned BSNL surprised with net adds of almost 8.5 lakh mobile users, as per monthly data released by TRAI.

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Tata Power, ADB ink pact for $4.25-bn finance for key energy projects

Tata Power on Thursday said it has signed an initial pact with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to evaluate financing worth USD 4.25 billion for its several strategic projects.

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Ministry directs EPFO to ensure UAN activation for employees through Aadhaar-based OTP

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has directed the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to work in a campaign mode with employers and ensure the activation of the Universal Account Number (UAN) of employees, the ministry said in a release on Thursday.

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India's consumer durable makers to log 11-12% growth in FY25

Revenue of consumer durable manufacturers in India is projected to rise 11-12% this fiscal (FY25), continuing the healthy run after a strong 13% growth last fiscal, according to a report on Thursday.

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DPIIT gives nod to Hinduja Group firm IIHL for acquisition of RCAP

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has given a go-ahead to Hinduja Group firm IIHL for acquisition of debt-ridden Reliance Capital Ltd (RCAP), sources said.

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Trump 2.0: A New Era For India-U.S. Relations?

The relationship between the United States and India plays a critical role in tejim global politics and the economy

2 mins

Nifty weakens; next support at 23250

Nifty Bank formed a small bearish candle on daily scale with long lower shadow as some buying is visible at lower levels but selling pressure is intact at higher zones

2 mins

Majumder assumes charge as Director (Fin) of Oil India Ltd

Abhijit Majumder assumes charge as Director (Finance) on the Board of Oil India Limited (OIL) on 20th November, 2024.

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Bengal can take action against Goyal, HC told

The additional solicitor general Ashok Chakrabarti, representing the Centre, informed the division bench of the Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court on Thursday that the state government was free to take steps against former Commissioner of Police Vineet Goyal for allegedly taking the name of the victim of RG Kar's Medical College Hospital rape and murder incident in a press conference.

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Chirag mocks Paras over quit-NDA move

A day after his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras-led party hinted at quitting NDA, union minister and LJP (RV) chief Chirag Paswan on Monday took a potshot at him by asking when his party was in the alliance.

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Now, 'The Sabarmati Report' tax-free in UP

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath on Thursday watched The Sabarmati Report, a film based on the 2002 Godhra incident in Gujarat, at a special screening held at a city Mall in Lucknow.

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Rajnath hails Austin for Indo-US defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday held talks with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin in Laos with a focus on implementing the new initiatives rolled out to bring peace in the Indo Pacific under the framework ofthe Quad.

1 min

Hospital fee hike: Sidda in a spot

Four major hospitals that come under the Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) have increased medical charges even as the poor are yet to recover from the confusion over the cancellation of Below Poverty Line ration cards that extended free food grains and various other benefits.

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Nitin Gadkari's major infra push for Bihar

Union minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday asserted that Bihar's network of national highways would compete with that of the USA by 2029 when the BJP-led NDA government completed 15 years at the Centre.

1 min

Democracy First, Humanity First Our Mantra: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that India and Guyana have struggled to achieve their independence from colonisation while asserting that both countries believe in the creed of 'Democracy first, humanity first'.

1 min

Mum's the word for Naidu as Tamil Nadu steers clear

ADANI ISSUE \ While everyone is wondering if Andhra Pradesh CM will pull up Jagan Reddy's regime, TN minister says there's no commercial link with group

2 mins

Mamata nephew elevation buzz shows 'crack' in TMC

The \"young versus old\" debate in the TMC keeps returning to haunt the party and it has become an annual affair.

1 min

Poll-wary AAP's first list is out

6 turncoats from BJP, Cong figure in surprise, list, for ,25 assembly poll

1 min

GSV aims to become a global leader in logistics education

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), a Central University established in 2022, is rapidly emerging as a leading institution in the fields of transportation, logistics, and infrastructure.

1 min

Staggered timings for central staff

A day after the Delhi government announced staggered office timings for its staff, the Centre, too, made the same announcement for its employees.

1 min

New stirs erupt

MANIPUR VIOLENCE \ NPP says it may rethink withdrawal from tieup if CM Biren is replaced

1 min

Unique census to track canines begins across Goa

PANAJI The Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AHVS) on Thursday launched a house-to-house census for owned dogs in Goa, prompted by the increasing number of dog bite cases involving aggressive breeds.

1 min

SSC notifies 232 Group C clerical posts in depts

APPLICATIONS IN ONLY ONLINE MODE

1 min

Cunchelim land scam: Will victims get justice or powerful shielded?

COURT'S INTERVENTION PROMPTED GOVT TO ASSURE ACTION AGAINST CULPRITS

1 min

Setback for sand mining, ECs delayed over errors in DSR

In what could further delay the resumption of legal sand mining in Goa, the Goa State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) has deferred decision on grant of Environmental Clearances (ECs) for sand extraction in 12 zones across River Mandovi and Zuari, following errors in the District Survey Reports (DSR).

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Time of grace, renewal: Delhi Archbishop

The decennial 18th Exposition of the Sacred Relics of St Francis Xavier was officially inaugurated on Thursday with a Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Archbishop of Delhi Anil Couto, followed by the solemn procession of the Sacred Relics on an electric carriage from the Basilica of Bom Jesus to the Se Cathedral.

2 mins

'People indulging in false propaganda in caste census'

Stating that caste census is a historic decision, Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said the looters with an ulterior motive are indulging in false propaganda against the survey.

1 min

Minister Narayana assures inquiry into garbage taxes of previous govt

Alleges that the taxes were levied to aid contractors

1 min

TTD urges govt to handover land allotted to private hotel

Instead, a devalokam facility would be established in its place

1 min

AP Govt clears investments worth Rs 85,083 Crore

To create 33,966 jobs

1 min

AP & Telangana NCC Directorate shine at Kokraj

The AP & T elangana NCC Directorate managed two podium finishes and two gold medals at the prestigious Kokrajhar Marathon held on 17 November 2024 in Kokrajhar in Assam.

1 min

Declining growth rates in re power installation in India

India's solar power installed capacity as of 2023 stood at 77 Gigawatt, falling short of the targeted 100 Gigawatt. The country has set ambitious goals to achieve 500 Gigawatt of installed solar power eapaeity by 2050 and reach net-zero emissions by 2070.

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100 engineering colleges in Karnataka will be 'adopted' by corporates by next year: IT Min

Government to also rope in industries to boost the employment prospects of students.

1 min

Saura Swasthya launched: Karnataka to power 5,000 health facilities

Karnataka Health Department in collaboration with SELCO Foundation launched the 'Saura Swasthya, initiative on Thursday. The pro-gramme aims to solar-power 5,000 health facilities across the state.

1 min

Siddaramaiah defends BPL ration card cancellation

AXE ON 22.63L Only ineligible beneficiaries affected’

1 min

'Edu Min knows not Kannada' irks Madhu

A boy's alleged remark that the Education Minister \"doesn,t know Kannada\", irked Madhu Bangarappa, who holds the portfolio, as he directed officials to take action against the student.

1 min

Waqf can't issue marriage certificates now: HC

The Karnataka High Court, in an interim order on Thursday, stayed a government directive that allowed the State Waqf Board and its officers to issue marriage certificates to Muslim applicants.

1 min

Posters on novel solutions to myriad problems

Posters on novel solutions to myriad problems - from water pollution to skull fracture detection - were on display at Bengaluru Tech Summit that concluded here on Thursday.

2 mins

ACB Arrests SECL AE, Office Superintendent for taking Bribe

A surprise raid conducted by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday led to the arrest of two senior officials from South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) in Chirmiri for demanding and accepting a bribe.

1 min

Baby Jumbo body found in Dharamjaigarh forest

The Dharamjaigarh forest division, renowned for its elephant population, is once again under scrutiny after the tragic death of an elephant calf in the Hati Beat of the Chhal Range.

1 min

C'garh CM Sai highlights key outcomes from Delhi visit

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai returned from a two-day visit to Delhi, where he engaged in key discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu.

1 min

There is no space for corruption: Min Chaudhary

GOOD GOVERNANCE SESSION Remove red-tapism

1 min

C'garh takes measures to mitigate human-elephant conflict

The Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, has launched initiatives to mitigate human-elephant conflict, emphasizing coexistence in shared habitats. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap, efforts focus on minimizing casualties, safeguarding livelihoods, and fostering harmony.

1 min

Congress slams BJP over Bitcoin Scam allegations

The Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee (CPCC has strongly criticized BJP State General Secretary Sanjay Shrivastava for his recent remarks targeting former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel over the Bitcoin scam.

1 min

BJP targets Cong over Bitcoin Scam

Chhattisgarh BJP has intensified its attack on the Congress following new revelations in the Bitcoin scam, accusing senior party leaders, including former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, of possible involvement.

1 min

Government retires five more officers for corruption

The Gujarat government has taken a strong stance against corruption, compulsorily retiring five more officers for involvement in illegal activities.

1 min

Health dept to fill 2000+ medical posts

The Gujarat Health Department has launched its largest recruitment drive to date, with over 2,000 medical posts open for applications.

1 min

Global diamond supply hits alow

SUPPLY DROPS Due to recession, less than 100 million carats of rough stones arrived in market; last time it was so low in 1989

2 mins

Protests after Amul Dairy sacks staff

Amul, the renowned Indian dairy brand managed by Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), is embroiled in controversy following the dismissal of over 100 employees from the Kheda District Milk Producers Union.

1 min

National Newborn Care week celebrated

National Newborn Care week, observed globally from November 15 to 21, was celebrated in Umarpada taluka of Surat district through a joint initiative by the Adani Foundation and the Gujarat Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).

1 min

World Diabetes Day observed in village

Aarihant Homoeopathic Medical College & Research Institute, affiliated with Swarrnim Startup & Innovation University, marked World Diabetes Day with an impactful awareness campaign in Tintoda Village in Gandhinagar district.

1 min

No need for kids to wear uniform sweaters, schools told

State Education Minister Praful Panseriya has issued a clear directive to private schools, emphasising that no child should be forced to wear sweaters of a specific color or brand prescribed by schools this winter.

1 min

Bollywood open to Ankit's 'The Room'

Storyteller, filmmaker and sound designer from Gujarat, Aniket Singh Solanki, is now showcasing his talent in cinematic arts in Bollywood.

1 min

Flyash-based house on show

NTPC Limited, India's largest integrated power utility located at Hazira in Surat has unveiled its innovative ecofriendly and affordable housing solution, 'Sukh, Ecohouse, at the ongoing India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.

1 min

Govt schools again told to display teachers, photos on board

Such instructions were issued earlier, but never followed

1 min

Every police station in city to have cyber desk from Dec 1

Bhopal will be the first district in the state, where every police station will have a ‘cyber desk’, officials said here on Thursday.

1 min

Will make Ujjain high-tech medical hub of region: CM

CM performs bhoomi-pujan of Medicity and Govt Med College

1 min

Medical Univ to grant affiliation to colleges for 2024-25: High Court

NURSING COLLEGE SCAM | Amendment in Medical University Act challenged

1 min

Election Outcome of 2 states to change political equations in MP

BJP's victory in Jharkhand will enhance Chouhan's stature; and Vijayva rgiya's prestige will boost in Maharashtra

1 min

MPBSE yet to release sample paper; students left in limbo

CLASS 1OTH, 12TH BOARD EXAMS

1 min

Old vehicles to go off roads to check pollution: CS

Chief Secretary Anurag Jain has said Pre-BSI and BSI-era vehicles will be done away with in the first phase of the campaign against the automobiles causing pollution.

1 min

Cong Veterans give PAC first meeting a miss

No show: Diggy, Nath, LOP Singhar, Ajay Singh, Arun Yadav among others conspicuous by their absence

2 mins

Linguistic stardom in the modern age

From Tik Tok creators to dictionary aficionados everyone seems obsessed with manifesting something

1 min

Democracy owes it to the poor

Indian democracy owes its strength to these unsung heroes - the rural and urban poor whose faith in the system keeps it running

2 mins

Manifesting' a city we want to live in, a government that thinks of us

I am tempted to turn metaphysical and resort to manifesting a few of my desires for my city and the state

4 mins

Yawning income-wealth disparity causing heartburn and brain drain

Instead of imposing GST on curd, milk and life insurance premium, we should impose GST on celebrity endorsement fees

4 mins

40 killed in Sudan paramilitary attack on village

An attack by paramilitary forces that began Tuesday evening has left 40 people dead, a medic told AFP from a central Sudan village, following a month of escalating violence in Al-Jazira state.

1 min

Israel seeks freedom to hit Hezb in Lebanon

Israeli officials demanded on wednesday the freedom to strike Lebanon's Hezbollah as part of any ceasefire deal, raising a potential complication as a top US. envoy was in the region attempting to clinch an agreement.

1 min

Trump pick 'Gaetz had sex with minor'

Two women interviewed by the House Ethics Committee about former GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to be attorney general, testified that Gaetz paid them directly and repeatedly in Venmo transactions \"for sex\" and that those transactions were obtained by the committee, an attorney for the women told CBS News.

1 min

Putin, Biden in race Over Ukraine war ahead Of Trump's return

In a matter of days US President Joe Biden's administration and Russia have made separate - but significant - moves aimed at influencing the outcome of the war in Ukraine, two months ahead of Donald Trump's return to the white House.

1 min

'WILL REGAIN CRIMEA THROUGH DIPLOMACY'

Zelenskyy says Ukraine will not legally acknowledge invaded areas as Russian

2 mins

Assault allegations against Hegseth: Cops

A woman told police that she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by President-elect Donald Trump pick Pete Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to a detailed investigative report made public late Wednesday.

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ISRAEL STRIKES ON HOMES IN NORTH GAZA

The Israeli military bombed at least five crowded homes in northern Gaza early on Thursday with many casualties, health officials said, as troops deepened an incursion along the territory's northern edge.

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Shias attacked, 50 killed in Pak

At least 42 people have Heavily-armed militants on Thursday ambushed dozens of vehicles carrying passengers in Pakistan's restive northwest, killing around 50 people, mostly Shias, in one of the worst attacks in the region in recent years.

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Pujara's legacy: Unmatched

AUSTRALIA TOUR \ Shastri feels cant compare anyone with Saurashtra batter

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Rohit's return could disrupt India: Ponting

Captain Rohit Sharma linking up with the Indian team in the second Test at Adelaide could be a \"potential disruption\" for the visitors, reckoned the legendary Ricky Ponting, who Thursday stood by his prediction of a 3-1 series victory for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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India look to shine again Down Under

After home series loss India seek turnaround against edgy Australia

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Bumrah relishes responsibility

Indian stand in skipper says he doesn't look at captaincy as a post

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Cummins expects a challenging series

Australian captain Pat Cummins expects the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against arch-foes India to be more \"attritional\" as the two heavyweights of world cricket spar over five Test matches instead of the traditional four games.

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Be Disciplined: Virat's tip for Yashasvi

Yashasvi Jaiswal has enjoyed a stellar start to his Test career and the young Indian batter says superstar Virat Kohli's advice to be disciplined in every aspect of life is the guiding principle of his ambition to have a long career in the national team.

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Bombay Scottish dominate U-13 games

Bombay Scottish, Mahim were in scintillating form to outclass J amnabai International School 25-0 in the MSSA inter-school knockout under 13 boys basketball tournament on Thursday.

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Lakshya sails into quarters

CHINA MASTERS | Sindhu exits in second round after hard-fought defeat

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BFI offers monthly remuneration to total 40 players

In a landmark move, the Basketball Federation of India (BFI) has introduced a monthly remuneration scheme for the 6Top 20 Players in the Category A Men and women,. This initiative marks a historic milestone in Indian basketball, offering equal pay for both male and female athletes.

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Bombay YMCA Athletic meet gets underway

Padmashree Vandana Katariya, ace Olympic Hockey Player, ignited the spirit of sportsmanship as she declared open the 47th Bombay YMCA Athletic Meet, inspiring over 3,100 athletes at the Mumbai University Pavilion on Thursday.

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Sleeping on the floor: Benefits and who should avoid it

Benefits and who should avoid it

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'l am very possessive'

Neelam Kothari recalls rip-roaring fight with director Ektaa Kapoor over husband Samir Soni's intimate scenes

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Agni explores true valour

Trailer suggests that this will be a solid, action packed movie, whioh shows us the ohallenges of real life heroes

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Filmmaking is very much alive and kieking: Shekhar Kapur

The 18th edition of South Asia's largest film market Film Bazaar was inaugurated at the hands of IFFI Festival Director Shekhar Kapur at Marriott on Wednesday in the presence of dignitaries and filmmakers including Jerome Pailard, Advisor Film Bazaar, and Nicholas Mc Caffrey, Deputy High Commissioner of Australia to India.

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Honest confession

Few blockbusters in the last four or five years have been the worst films, says filmmaker R. Balki

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Nana's 'rubbish' remark

Actor jokingly called filmmaker Anil Sharma a rubbish man

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Cryptic post

Raheema posts cryptic message about 'hardship' post father AR Rahman's divorce news

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'I've written it, I am directing it...'

Ashish shares details about his new project

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Nayanthara's heartfelt thanks

Actress expresses gratitude to SRK, Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan for providing NOCs for documentary

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Aishwarya drops adorable pics from Aaradhya's b'day

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gave fans a glimpse of the festivities from her daughter Aaradhya's 13th birthday celebrations in Mumbai last week.

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60 years after its invention, ICBM used for first time

MAIDEN USE OF MIRV TECH

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These AI-powered glasses can help blind 'see'

AI-powered smart glasses, which can help the visually impaired to identify faces and objects and also provide navigation support, were launched by Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma at a programme in Hyderabad on Thursday.

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Bihar to host Khelo India Youth Games 2025

Bihar will host the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in April next year. A flagship event of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Bihar will be a new addition to the Khelo India map of the country, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said in a release on Thursday.

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Only Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya progress to QFs

CHINA MASTERS BADMINTON: SINDHU, MALVIKA, TREESA, GOPICHAND LOSE

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Les alle historiene fra The Free Press Journal - Mumbai

The Free Press Journal - Mumbai Newspaper Description:

The Free Press Journal is one of the oldest English Daily newspapers from Mumbai with a heritage of more than 90 years. And yet, The Free Press Journal is a contemporary paper and rooted in current urban realities.

In keeping with the international trend, it has reinvented itself in terms of design, get up and content. It means different thing to different people – a platform for the articulate, a trendsetter for the young and a chronicle for the old.

It was at the forefront of freedom struggle against the British and continues with the free and fearless journalism till date. Indeed, the history of The Free Press Journalism mirrors that of Indian independence.

Swaminath Sadanand, a 30-year-old idealist from Madras trudged his way to Bombay and with a vision that was to prove uncomfortably ahead of his day, brought out a newspaper as unorthodox in character as it was innovative in concept. For Swaminath Sadanand, the Free Press Journal was not so much a business venture as a cause.

The spirit with which he launched the paper and ran it for almost three decades helped it make it an integral part of two great Indian movements — the struggle for independence and the evolution of Indian publishing.