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The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Govt seeks SC nod to use Permanent Mineral Fund for mining belt welfare
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the State government has requested the Supreme Court to permit the government to utilise the Permanent Mineral Fund for the benefit of the people inhabiting the mining areas.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
A mandate too clear to misread
What the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has achieved in Bihar is nothing short of spectacular. In a political landscape where anti-incumbency often decides the tempo and tenor of elections, the NDA has scripted a landslide victory that few had predicted with confidence. When the state recorded a high voter turnout, many analysts rushed to conclude that the figure reflected a deep anti-incumbency mood. However, the results show that voters trooped to polling booths in large numbers to ensure that the Nitish Kumar-led government returned to power. In other words, it was a positive vote—an emphatic endorsement of the NDA.
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November 15, 2025
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Police review law and order
Police authorities in Beed reviewed the district's law and order situation in view of the upcoming local body polls, an official said on Friday.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Tensions rise over Mekedatu Dam approval claims
CALL FOR STRONG RESPONSE | Parties are asking the government to prevent Karnataka from going ahead with the dam plan, which will seriously impact the state
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Speeding car falls into ditch in MP, 5 killed
Five persons were killed after a speeding car veered out of control, crashed through the barrier on an expressway, and fell into a ditch in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district on Friday, police said.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Mylapore fund director surrenders in multi-crore fraud case
T. Devanathan Yadav, the director of Mylapore Hindu Permanent Fund, surrendered before the special court on Friday amid accusations of defrauding hundreds of investors out of several crores of rupees.
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November 15, 2025
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Court says account misuse makes accused liable
A special court here has refused bail to a 41-year-man held in a cyber fraud case, saying one cannot escape criminal liability after permitting the use of his or her account for criminal activities.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Protesters stage funeral demo over deadly bridge
Citizens staged a symbolic funeral protest on Friday at Navale Bridge, where eight people died in a truck collision on Thursday, highlighting 208 accidents and 82 fatalities recorded at the location over eight years.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
2 robotic scoliosis surgeries at JJ; a 1st for govt, pvt hosps
With two successful robotic scoliosis correction surgeries, the state-run JJ Hospital has positively transformed two young lives, while becoming the first medical institution, including private institutes, in Maharashtra to perform the hi-tech procedures.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
PMC moves to fix steep road
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has begun corrective measures under the ongoing Pune City Traffic Improvement Project.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Samsung's first tri-fold
Galaxy Z TriFold may debut December 5, featuring a 10-inch OLED display and advanced specs
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Recurve men stun Korea
The nerve-wracking shoot-off ended an 18-year wait for Asian gold
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Living through lively spaces
Located in Baner, Pune in an up-and-coming neighborhood is the 3-bed-room residence housing the Kulkarni family.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
'WE WANT TO COME HERE TO BUILD THE WHOLE ECOSYSTEM'
Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, to get to know the company’s vision, market strategy, and expectations in India. Here are the excerpts
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November 15, 2025
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Bank loan growth slows post festive boom, up 11.3%
Banks' loan growth moderated slightly to 11.3% on year as on Oct. 31 from a nine-monthhigh pace in the previous fortnight, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India Friday.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
IRANIAN MARKET PROVIDES POSSIBILITY FOR DOWNLOADING AR GLASSES APPS
The new capability was unveiled in the presence of Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin at the Farr Iran exhibition, which is being held on the sidelines of the 16th International Nanotechnology Exhibition in Tehran.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
30 tractors set afire as K’taka farm protest turns violent
The protest of sugarcane farmers, which continued even after the government fixed minimum price of Rs3300 per ton of sugarcane after a meeting with sugar factory owners and farmers turned violent, with the protesting farmers setting over 30 tractors carrying sugarcane in Mudhol, Bagalkot district on Thursday night.
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November 15, 2025
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Bihar shows signals, claims Morcha leader
BJP Mahila Morcha national president Vanathi Srinivasan has highlighted the significance of the Bihar Assembly election results, suggesting that the outcome holds key lessons for states ike Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry, West Bengal, and Assam, all of which will head to the polls in 2026.
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November 15, 2025
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Bumrah fifer blows away SA
Pacer produced a masterclass across little over two sessions
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November 15, 2025
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Is age the path to spirituality?
Growing older invites introspection and a deeper connection to life’s essence
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November 15, 2025
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NDA wins several Muslim-dominated seats
The NDA is likely to win several Muslim-dominated seats in Bihar assembly election, a huge departure from the earlier election results. JD(U) established leads in around 8 more seats than its 2020 tally.
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November 15, 2025
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PMC offers 75% fine waiver
The Taxation and Tax Collection Department of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has urged property owners to take advantage of its ongoing Abhay Yojana, which offers a 75% waiver on penalty charges for pending property taxes. The scheme will remain open from Nov 15, 2025 to Jan 15, 2026.
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November 15, 2025
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The Tiger still roaring at 74
Tiger abhi zinda hai. The poster materialised outside 7, Circular Road on a crisp Friday morning as counting trends from Bihar's Assembly elections began trickling in.
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November 15, 2025
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How women power finally helped Nitish to bounce back
Women in Bihar have delivered a clear verdict in favour of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), making it evident that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar remains their top choice.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
‘He is like my father’
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan opened up about the inspiration behind his fitness during a media interaction ahead of his Da-Bangg Tour in Qatar. When asked about the 1990s, an era when many young people kept his gym photos for motivation, Salman said that his own inspiration has always been veteran actor Dharmendra.
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November 15, 2025
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Angels club distributes supplies for children’s day
On the occasion of Children's Day, Club Angels partnered with the NGO 'Madad Ki Raah’ to bring cheer to underprivileged children.
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November 15, 2025
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UP sets up new food processing directorate
New directorate to operate under Dy. CM Maurya
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Police book two for playing loud DJ music on roadside
The police have registered a case against two individuals for blaring loud DJ music on a roadside and disturbing public peace, in violation of the Supreme Court guidelines on noise pollution.
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Govt weighs tech options to treat mining-pit water for potable use
TESTS SHOW NO HEAVY METALS; MINISTER VOWS BREAKTHROUGH IN 2-3 MONTHS
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November 15, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
'Tainted' judge: Action awaited
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) will seek permission from the principal district judge for taking further action against additional sessions judge Aejazuddin S Kazi, who has been booked for graft.
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