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BMC receives CRZ clearance for Versova-Dahisar-Bhayandar road

Almost a year after the BMC awarded the contract for the Versova-Dahisar Link Road and Dahisar-Bhayandar Link Road projects, it has received the first important approval – the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance.

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December 05, 2024
Babus, netas seek a bite of city's first seafood plaza
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Babus, netas seek a bite of city's first seafood plaza

The city's first seafood plaza, launched last November, has remained closed since the monsoon.

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December 05, 2024
'We are going to save as many lives as possible'
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'We are going to save as many lives as possible'

Activists station themselves at border towns to save animals ahead of the world's largest sacrifice

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December 05, 2024
Fadnavis as CM; RSS has its way
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Fadnavis as CM; RSS has its way

ANALYSIS | Even before results were out, Sangh was clear in its mind that Fadnavis would be CM

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December 05, 2024
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No fundamental right to harass public officials'

The Bombay High Court has ruled that individuals do not have a fundamental right to harass public officials with repeated complaints or baseless allegations.

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December 05, 2024
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HC criticises filing of frivolous pleas to obstruct redvpt

The court described such litigation as a \"sophisticated form of extortion\"

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December 05, 2024
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HC asks police to bring woman from govt shelter

Court was hearing a habeas corpus plea by her partner. It has also asked the man to remain present on that day

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December 05, 2024
Cong-led MVA derailed Bullet train, Metro works
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Cong-led MVA derailed Bullet train, Metro works

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday accused the past Congress-led government of stalling key infrastructure projects in Maharashtra, including the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train and Metro car shed in Aarey Colony.

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December 05, 2024
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Spl assembly session from Dec 7; MLAs to take oath

A three-day special session of the Legislative Assembly will be held from December 7 to enable newly-elected MLAs to take oath and elect a speaker, legislature sources said on Wednesday.

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December 05, 2024
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Key police stations lack 'competent' officers

Most of the senior inspectors heading stations under the jurisdiction of the Mira Bhayandar-Vasai Virar (MBVV) police who were transferred on the eve of the assembly election have been replaced by less experienced officials as 'prabharis' (additional in-charge).

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December 05, 2024
Shivaji Park readies for Dr Ambedkar followers coming from across country
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Shivaji Park readies for Dr Ambedkar followers coming from across country

The BMC has made elaborate arrangements at Dadar's Shivaji Park for the followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who will be coming from across India to observe his 68th death anniversary tomorrow (December 6).

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December 05, 2024
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Malad, BKC among most polluted

Malad (West) and Bandra Kurla Complex are among the most polluted areas of Mumbai, according to a new report.

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December 05, 2024
Sukhbir escapes life bid; shooter nabbed
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Sukhbir escapes life bid; shooter nabbed

PROVIDENTIAL | Assailant has 'Khalistani' antecedents; he was loitering on the temple premises for two days

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December 05, 2024
Six-year trial in sensational murder of woman cop ends
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Six-year trial in sensational murder of woman cop ends

The final arguments in the sensational murder case of cop Ashwini Bidre got over last week after six years of trial, with special public prosecutor Pradeep Gharat submitting a 23-page argument.

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December 05, 2024
Indigo crash-lands at the bottom of global survey
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Indigo crash-lands at the bottom of global survey

The 'AirHelp Score report 2024' – which gives the global annual ranking of the world's best airlines – has placed the domestic carrier IndiGo near the bottom, at 103; the worst ranked is at 109.

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December 05, 2024
Femina beauty falls for cyber fraud
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Femina beauty falls for cyber fraud

Fraudsters impersonating CBI officers dupe Femina Miss India West Bengal 2017 of Rs 99,000 after a \"digital arrest\" lasting two hours

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December 05, 2024
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MOVE TO 'IMPEACH'S KOREAN PRESIDENT

South Korea's opposition parties on Wednesday submitted a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over the shocking imposition of martial law which was lifted by the lawmakers within hours.

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December 05, 2024
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Hard-boiled fact: Egg prices e(gg) scalate

The price of eggs in Mumbai has touched a record-breaking Rs 100 per dozen this winter, making it hard for those who rely heavily on this food source for their daily protein intake and for others who love eggs from their heads to their legs.

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December 05, 2024
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Pak cartridges found after Sambhal violence

The discovery of Pakistan-made cartridges in the aftermath of the November 24 violence in Sambhal has intensified political tensions in Uttar Pradesh.

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December 05, 2024
'CROCODILE TEARS' JIBE TRIGGERS RS WALK OUT
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'CROCODILE TEARS' JIBE TRIGGERS RS WALK OUT

Discussion on farmers' protest, MSP was sought

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December 05, 2024
GENOCIDE CRY
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GENOCIDE CRY

\"To stop the bloodshed, I left. But the violence has worsened.\"

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December 05, 2024
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ELECTION ONLY AFTER B'DESH OVERHAUL, YUNUS DECLARES

Interim government head Mohammed Yunus says Shaikh Hasina \"destroyed everything;\" implementing reforms would take time; Hasina extradition will be sought after ICJ verdict; BSF is on high alert

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December 05, 2024
Rahul, Priyanka stopped at border
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Rahul, Priyanka stopped at border

Barricades at Ghazipur border on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway prevent Congress leaders from entering Sambhal

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December 05, 2024
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Assam bans beef in public places

Assam has decided to ban the consumption of beef in public places, hotels and restaurants.

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December 05, 2024
THE LAST LAUGH
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THE LAST LAUGH

MELTDOWN | Shinde agrees to go with the flow, for the moment; Urban Development in hand; Home still out of reach

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December 05, 2024
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Bradman's cap fetches Rs 2.63cr in auction

Australian legend Don Bradman's 'Baggy Green' Test cap from the 1947-48 series against India was sold for an astounding $390,000 (Rs 2.14 crore), which rose to $479,700 (Rs 2.63 crore) after auction fees.

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December 04, 2024
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NZ PENALISED, GOOD NEWS FOR INDIA

New Zealand's aspirations of qualifying for the World Test Championship Final suffered a setback after they were docked three penalty points due to slow over-rate against England, leading to a drop in the ranking table, the ICC stated on Tuesday.

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December 04, 2024
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Prez to be chief guest at maiden celebration in Odisha

Authorities have deployed approximately 125 platoons of forces, including the Central Armed Police Forces, in Odisha ahead of Navy Day, which will be celebrated in the state on December 4.

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December 04, 2024
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Why promises to farmers not fulfilled: Dhankhar

VICE-PRESIDENT QUESTIONS HIS OWN GOVT

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December 04, 2024
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Casting update

Renowned casting director Mukesh Chhabra has launched a nationwide search for a fresh face to play the female lead in an exciting new Hindi film directed by Sai Rajesh, a national award winner.

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December 04, 2024