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The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
UCC proposal to be put up in monsoon session: CM
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said the government will bring the UCC Bill in the upcoming monsoon session of the assembly.
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Another IPS reshuffle
The government has ordered another reshuffle of IPS officers, shifting Inspector General, Deputy Inspector General and Superintendent-rank officers across key police posts while creating four ex-cadre positions for one year.
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June 18, 2026
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RBI withdraws interest ceiling on fresh FCNR (B) deposits till Sep 30
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday temporarily withdrew the interest rate ceiling on fresh Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank), or FCNR(B), deposits of three to five years’ maturity until September 30, a move aimed at attracting foreign capital.
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June 18, 2026
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15-yr-old abducted, assaulted by driver
A 15-year-old girl was abducted, tied up and sexually assaulted under the pretext of marriage in a village within Kaij tehsil.
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June 18, 2026
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Leelaben Mohanlal Shah Vidya Mandir inaugurated in Umarpada
A new chapter in rural education began in Umarpada, Surat, with the formal inauguration of Leelaben Mohanlal Shah Vidya Mandir, aimed at improving access to quality learning for children in tribal and underserved areas of South Gujarat.
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June 18, 2026
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G7 has pledged more aid for us: Ukraine
Ukraine has secured fresh pledges of support in its war against Russia from leaders attending the G7 summit in France, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday.
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June 18, 2026
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'Modi's rise rooted in public mandate'
Telangana BJP spokesperson P.L. Srinivas has termed the ongoing debate over India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister as misplaced, arguing that the real issue is the contrast between dynastic politics and electoral validation.
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June 18, 2026
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GHMC seeks political parties' support for voter roll revision
GHMC Commissioner and District Election Officer RV. Karnan, along with District Collector Dr. Priyanka Ala and Additional Commissioner (Election) K. Chandrakala, held a meeting with representatives of all recognised political parties on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
NCERT’s classic cover-up
History is among the most contentious of subjects across countries and cultures. Its revisionism is unexpectedly controversial, especially when ideologically inflexible or reactionary forces are in power.
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
NCLT admits Union Bank of India’s insolvency plea against Future Brands
The Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal has admitted Union Bank of India's plea to start insolvency proceedings against Future Brands Ltd, part of Kishore Biyani's Future Group.
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June 18, 2026
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Bail in gunmen assault case challenged
The state government has moved the High Court to cancel anticipatory bail granted to five former security personnel of Pinarayi Vijayan, escalating a politically charged case over the assault on Youth Congress and Kerala Students Union activists during the Nava Kerala Sadas programme in Alappuzha in December 2023.
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June 18, 2026
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Severed cow head triggers outrage, road blockade
Protests continued till 5 am; addl force called in
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June 18, 2026
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Power curbs to be back
Peak-hour rationing returns as lower market supply and weak inflows tighten Kerala’s electricity balance
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June 18, 2026
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Sports officer gets training leave
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has approved a proposal granting six months of special leave to Sports Officer Shivraj Rakshe to enable him to prepare for upcoming international wrestling competitions.
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Senegal coach urges more efficiency in finishing
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw urged more efficiency from the side after they dominated the first half against France but failed to latch onto the opportunities. France punished them in the second half to take the opening Group I World Cup game 3-1 at the MetLife Stadium here.
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
India-UK FTA to come into effect on July 15
The India-UK comprehensive economic and trade agreement will enter into force on July 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Keir Starmer announced on Wednesday, nearly a year after the landmark deal was firmed up.
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June 18, 2026
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Indore-Ujjain Greenfield Corridor groundbreaking ceremony on June 20
Preparations are underway for the groundbreaking ceremony of the much-awaited Indore-Ujjain Greenfield Corridor, which will be held on June 20 at Chandrawatiganj in Indore district.
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June 18, 2026
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MMB orders BBRT to remove Bandstand gate garden board
The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) has directed the Bandra Bandstand Residents’ Trust (BBRT) to immediately remove its board from the gate of the Central Garden on the Bandstand Promenade, stating that there is no active agreement or contract with the trust for repair, maintenance or custodianship of the seafront stretch.
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June 18, 2026
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Tur weakens further; chana holds firm
Pulses prices showed mixed trends across key wholesale markets on Wednesday, with tur declining in some centres due to weak demand and ample supplies, while chana remained largely steady amid balanced demand and arrivals.
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June 18, 2026
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HFCL bags ₹2,666 cr telecom gear supply order from RVNL for BharatNet project
Domestic telecom company HFCL has bagged an order worth ₹2,666.09 crore from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) to supply equipment for the BharatNet Phase-3 project in the Uttar Pradesh (West) telecom circle, the company said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday.
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June 18, 2026
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Shafali, Mandhana, bowlers star as India-W rout Dutch
Charani scalped 4/19 as India beat the Netherlands by 95 runs
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June 18, 2026
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Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan meets fan with rare genetic disorder
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party President Pawan Kalyan once again demonstrated a compassionate side by personally visiting a young fan suffering from a rare genetic disorder and fulfilling his long-cherished wish of meeting him.
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June 18, 2026
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Folk Melodies Mark Workshop Finale
A 15-day folk music workshop organized by Sangeet Kala Sansthan, Chinhat, concluded with a vibrant cultural festival celebrating India’s rich musical heritage.
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June 18, 2026
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HDFC BANK RAISES $750 MN IN LANDMARK BOND SALE
HDFC Bank has successfully raised $750 million through a five-year dollar bond issue, marking the largest offshore bond sale by an Indian lender since 2023 and highlighting strong global investor appetite for Indian banking assets, Reuters has reported.
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June 18, 2026
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630 voters to decide Jalgaon MLC election
Voting for the Jalgaon Local Authorities’ constituency seat in the Maharashtra Legislative Council will be held today, with the district administration completing all preparations.
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June 18, 2026
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Firearm seized from SUV in Mulund
Mulund police have registered a case against a 45-year-old Indore resident after recovering a pistol and live cartridges from an SUV in Mulund and finding alleged discrepancies in his arms licence.
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June 18, 2026
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NEET UG 2026 Gujarat orders tight security at centres
Gujarat Director General of Police G S Malik chaired a statewide video conference on Tuesday to review preparations for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) scheduled on June 21.
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June 18, 2026
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Suleman Bakery case: Key witness testifies after 33 yrs
The witness, now 50-yr-old, claimed that they were attacked by police but refused to share further details
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June 18, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Nashik air services reduced
Rising Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices and tensions in the Gulf region have begun affecting flight operations at Nashik Airport, with airlines reducing services to control operational costs.
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June 18, 2026
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HP HC freezes 900 nurses' recruitment
In a significant setback to the Himachal Pradesh government, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered an immediate halt to the recruitment of 900 Assistant Staff Nurses (ASNs), holding that the ongoing selection process appears to be outside the framework of the existing statutory recruitment rules.
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