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The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Vlogger fined over claims against cop
A court has imposed a monetary penalty on YouTuber KM Shahjahan in a defamation case brought by senior police officer S Sreejith, marking a significant development in a legal battle that has drawn attention to the limits of online commentary on public officials.
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February 19, 2026
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Mayawati rejects alliance rumours, terms them malicious propaganda
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has revealed her party's strategic approach for the upcoming 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections during a media briefing, outlining priorities on social justice, community empowerment, and broad-based voter outreach.
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February 19, 2026
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Parsekar set for comeback as PWD Minister’s advisor
PROPOSAL AWAITS CM NOD; MOVE COMES WEEKS AFTER HC SCRUTINY OVER TENURE EXTENSIONS
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February 19, 2026
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AAP sarpanch killed at function in Punjab
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) sarpanch Harbarinder Singh, 40, was shot dead by unidentified assailants during a wedding function in Punjab's Tarn Taran district on Wednesday, marking the second killing of a sarpanch from the region in the past two months, police said.
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February 19, 2026
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Is Assam going to be a repeat of Bihar for Cong ahead of polls?
Amicable alliances will be harder to achieve in Borah’s absence, but Priyanka’s resolute leadership style can work to Cong’s advantage
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February 19, 2026
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Weapon used to fire outside Rohit Shetty's house found in Hry
In a significant breakthrough in the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence, the crime branch has finally seized the pistol used in the crime.
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February 19, 2026
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JEE-M: Twins score identical percentile
Kota: Competitiveness ended at home for identical twins Mahroof Ahmed Khan and Masroor Ahmed Khan, as they both scored an identical 285 in their JEE Main, hitting the 99.998th percentile.
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February 19, 2026
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SC Overturns High Court Rape Case Verdict in Prayagraj
The Supreme Court of India has overturned a recent Allahabad High Court order that had quashed a rape case, sending the matter back for trial.
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February 19, 2026
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BJP neta, cops, officials from 3 wards look for B’deshi hawkers
BJP leader Kirit Somaiya, on Wednesday, toured the Commissioner of Police office area and the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market (formerly Crawford Market) to review the situation of illegal Bangladeshi hawkers.
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February 19, 2026
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K'taka: 21 Cong MLAs fly abroad ahead of budget session
At least 21 Congress legislators in Karnataka left for a foreign tour ahead of the state budget on Wednesday, as a power tussle continues within the ruling party.
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February 19, 2026
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tgsrtc tightens reins Smart Cards to block Aadhaar misuse in free bus scheme
In a significant step to enhance the implementation of the Mahalakshmi free bus travel scheme, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) is expected to commence the issuance of smart cards to eligible women starting next month.
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February 19, 2026
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In Maldives, India fast tracks connectivity
India assisted the Maldives in building a high-speed ferry, the first among 12, required to begin transport link services between two of the atolls, a media report said.
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February 19, 2026
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BJP, Shiv Sena file papers for key panel posts
UBT did not field any candidate for the statutory committee elections
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February 19, 2026
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Tikait Slams India-US Trade Deal
Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh: Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait strongly criticised the India-US trade deal, alleging that the central government's push for the agreement threatens the interests of Indian farmers.
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February 19, 2026
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Ramadan Crescent Sighted, Fasting Begins
The holy month of Ramadan commenced in Lucknow after the crescent moon was sighted on Wednesday evening, triggering an atmosphere of joy and devotion across the city.
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February 19, 2026
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Sikh nurse, 22, faces race attack in Oz, called 'Indian dog'
A 22-year-old nurse, Harman Preet Singh, was faced a racist attack outside his gym in Corio, Geelong, Australia.
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February 19, 2026
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Neena on Choli Ke Peeche shoot
Neena Gupta recalls Subhash Ghai asked her to wear a padded bra during Choli Ke Peeche shoot to enhance her screen appearance
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February 19, 2026
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Epstein files point to possible crimes against humanity, say UN experts
HOUSE OF LORDS UNDER SCRUTINY
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February 19, 2026
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Gujarat Govt on high alert after bomb threat emails ahead of board exams
Amid growing anxiety triggered by emails threatening to blow up several schools across Gujarat — inc-uding in Ahmedabad — the state administration has swung into high alert mode just days before crucial board examinations.
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February 19, 2026
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Property tax: Govt bodies owe ₹3,368 cr
MMRDA, MHADA, Railways and others owe the amount to BMC
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February 19, 2026
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BJP’s mayoral swap: Candidate says ‘will join’ Secular Front
Move fuels allegations of a scripted game between rival camps in BNMC
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February 19, 2026
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11 years on, 5% Muslim quota formally scrapped
POLICY SHIFT | Earlier, the quota was rendered void following a stay by the Bombay High Court
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February 19, 2026
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Surat to unveil world’s first 4-saree high-speed loom at SITEX 2026
Not one, two or three, now the country’s largest man-made fabric (MMF) hub in Surat has got the world’s first high-speed jacquard looms that can manufacture four sarees at a time.
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February 19, 2026
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₹50L fine on GMLR flyover contractor
75% work done; BMC action pushes deadline, targets opening in May
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February 19, 2026
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Satheesan faults lack of talks
Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan has accused the state government of bypassing established political convention by failing to consult the opposition before deciding to extend operating hours for bars, sharpening tensions over a policy that has both fiscal and social implications.
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February 19, 2026
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Currie thrilled after ‘cricket in a nightclub’ experience
Although Scotland would be disappointed to exit the World Cup on a losing note, seamer Brad Currie (pic, left) will take back the mindbo ggling experience of playing ‘cricket in a nightclub' when he heads back to Scotland.
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February 19, 2026
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In a first, shark caught on cam in Antarctica’s near-freezing deep
An ungainly barrel of a shark cruising languidly over a barren seabed far too deep for the sun's rays to illuminate was an unexpected sight.
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February 19, 2026
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Satellite pics: Iran repairing, fortifying military- & N-sites
Satellite images show Iran has recently built a concrete shield over a new facility at a sensitive military site and covered it in soil, experts say, advancing work amid tensions with the US at a location reportedly bombed by Israel in 2024, ‘Reuters’ reported.
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February 19, 2026
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Entrepreneur builds bridge after wedding
An entrepreneur from Ambegaon Tehsil in Pune district funded and constructed an iron bridge over a stream in Avasari Budruk village after choosing to keep his daughter’s wedding simple and use the savings for a public cause.
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February 19, 2026
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Stalin presses for more powers to states
PRESENTED TO ASSEMBLY | High-powered panel report on Centre-State relations
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