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IPOs: 10 cos aim to raise ₹20K cr in Dec
The Free Press Journal

IPOs: 10 cos aim to raise ₹20K cr in Dec

The primary market is expected to remain vibrant, with at least 10 companies, including supermart major Vishal Mega Mart and Blackstone-owned diamond grading firm International Gemmological Institute (India) Ltd expected to raise a combined Rs 20,000 crore in the next month, merchant bankers said.

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November 25, 2024
National Consumer Helpline to roll out AI-based features, partners with 1,000 firms
The Free Press Journal

National Consumer Helpline to roll out AI-based features, partners with 1,000 firms

National Consumer Helpline (NCH) is set to introduce artificial intelligence-based features including speech recognition and multilingual chatbots as part of a major upgrade to its consumer grievance system.

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November 25, 2024
IIFCL seeks infra tag for space sector: MD
The Free Press Journal

IIFCL seeks infra tag for space sector: MD

State-owned IIFCL has requested the government to bring the space sector under the harmonized list of infrastructure for easier financing of satellite vehicle manufacturing activity in the country.

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November 25, 2024
Goenka withdraws consent for reappointment for ZEEL MD in upcoming AGM
The Free Press Journal

Goenka withdraws consent for reappointment for ZEEL MD in upcoming AGM

ZEE Entertainment CEO Punit Goenka, who resigned from the post of Managing Director last week, has also withdrawn himself from reappointment for the post in the coming AGM, according to an exchange filing.

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November 25, 2024
US agency conducting due diligence on Adani's Sri Lanka project: Report
The Free Press Journal

US agency conducting due diligence on Adani's Sri Lanka project: Report

A US agency that agreed to lend more than $500 million to a Sri Lanka port development backed by the Adani Group said it is still conducting due diligence on the project in the wake of bribery allegations against the group's billionaire founder Gautam Adani and other top executives, according to a Bloomberg News report on Sunday.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

India's food processing industry spurs FMCG fresher jobs hiring

The food processing industry, which is expected to double its size by 2025-26, will drive the hiring in the FMCG sector, as the second half of 2024 witnessed a sharp rise in the hiring intent for freshers, rising to 32%, according to a report by TeamLease EdTech.

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November 25, 2024
55% of economy continues to grow positively: HSBC
The Free Press Journal

55% of economy continues to grow positively: HSBC

The report analysed 100 indicators which hint at a cooling of sentiment

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November 25, 2024
Q2 GDP, FIIs key factors to watch, mkts may react to assembly polls outcome
The Free Press Journal

Q2 GDP, FIIs key factors to watch, mkts may react to assembly polls outcome

Global factors and FII activity will dictate trends in domestic equity markets this week while assembly poll results of Maharashtra and Jharkhand may impact stocks on Monday, say analysts.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

RSS helps BJP to win

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had kept Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) away from its canvassing during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

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November 25, 2024
Govt negligent about quarry encroachment
The Free Press Journal

Govt negligent about quarry encroachment

The land mafia in the Waluj Industrial area has been allegedly active and grabbing the open lands in this area.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Proposals invited for awards

Proposals have been invited for the ‘Seva Gaurav’ awards to be distributed on the eighth anniversary of the Manuski Group by Sulaxmi Bahuddeshiya Sevabhavi Sanstha.

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November 25, 2024
AMTZ & MAGIC explore Collab scopes
The Free Press Journal

AMTZ & MAGIC explore Collab scopes

A delegation from Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) visited the Marathwada Accelerator for Growth and Incubation (MAGIC) Business Incubator, supported by the Maharashtra State Innovation Society, to learn about its initiatives, activities, and contributions to fostering the startup ecosystem.

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November 25, 2024
Leopard caught in Junnar
The Free Press Journal

Leopard caught in Junnar

A female leopard, approximately four years old, was successfully trapped in a cage in Gadhavaloli Mal, Vadgaon Anand (Junnar) on Sunday morning.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Cops arrest two suspects

Unit 4 of the Pune Crime Branch has successfully uncovered two housebreaking cases following a night patrol at Khadki Police Station.

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November 25, 2024
BJP's Shankar Jagtap criticises NCP (SP)
The Free Press Journal

BJP's Shankar Jagtap criticises NCP (SP)

BJP's newly elected representative from the Chinchwad, Shankar Jagtap, has taken a swipe at Shirur MP Dr Amol Kolhe and NCP leader Sharad Pawar.

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November 25, 2024
Pune to host Army Day parade; video released at Goa IFFI
The Free Press Journal

Pune to host Army Day parade; video released at Goa IFFI

Pune, a city steeped in rich history, is set to create a historic moment on Jan 15, 2025, as it will host the prestigious Army Day parade for the first time.

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November 25, 2024
AQI FALL SCARES PUNE'S RESIDENTS
The Free Press Journal

AQI FALL SCARES PUNE'S RESIDENTS

ALARMING SITUATION | Residents have raised their concerns over the deteriorating air quality affecting their health

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November 25, 2024
LPG tanker overturns
The Free Press Journal

LPG tanker overturns

An LPG-filled tanker overturned at around 9:45 am on the Warje Bridge, Mumbai-Pune Lane, heading towards Katraj, causing a significant traffic disruption.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Sassoon Gen Hospital's disability certificate issuance days revised

Sassoon General Hospital (SGH) has announced a change in the schedule for issuing disability certificates.

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November 25, 2024
MSRTC to install CCTVs, e-bus charging stations
The Free Press Journal

MSRTC to install CCTVs, e-bus charging stations

In a major push to enhance safety and efficiency, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has announced the installation of 640 new CCTV cameras and 23 additional electric bus (e-bus) charging stations across the Pune district.

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November 25, 2024
Several Pune MLAs in ministerial race
The Free Press Journal

Several Pune MLAs in ministerial race

The Mahayuti—consisting of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena—has secured a landslide victory in Pune by winning 18 out of 21 assembly seats in the district.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Be ready for night traffic block: CR

The Central Railway (CR) will operate special night traffic blocks at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) yard on November 26, 27, and 28, to facilitate the renewal of the scissor crossing and double diamond switch.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Indian expat beats rare post-accident condition

A 40-year-old Indian expatriate, who suffered severe facial burns in a workplace accident, has regained his health and dignity after undergoing a rare and complex surgery in October 2024.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Drug addicts clash, 1 dead; accused held

The VP Road police have arrested a drug addict for killing another addict after the duo clashed on Friday in Girgaon.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Two held for black marketing of food grains in Dahisar

Five others, including shop owners and potential buyers, still at large

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

BMC to resume construction site scrutiny

Ward officials have been instructed to take swift action against violators starting next week

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Con extorts woman using morphed pics

A 25-year-old woman has lodged a complaint with the police claiming that she was extorted by a cyber-criminal by morphing her face on obscene pictures and inducing her to pay money.

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

'Builder is always bound to pay compensation for delay'

If the builder does not deliver the flat to the home buyer as per agreed timelines what relief does RERA offer? What action can be taken against the builder?

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Citizens question SIC's integrity, accountability

Hearing dates, Roznama updates not consistently uploaded on web, leaving citizens uninformed

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November 25, 2024
The Free Press Journal

PET, LLM exams finally conclude

Final round of entrance exam held on Nov 24; students suffered due to technical glitches at a centre

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November 25, 2024