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The Free Press Journal - Indore
China’s expanding footprints in the Indian subcontinent
The rivalry between India and China now spans ports, infrastructure corridors, roads, and political influence across the subcontinent
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July 01, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Indore
PMC explores artificial rain
Facing a severe water shortage due to a delayed monsoon and dwindling reservoir levels, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is exploring the feasibility of artificial rain to increase water storage in dams supplying the city.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Hindu student-priest assaulted in B’desh
A Hindu student, who also works as a temple priest, was allegedly held captive and assaulted for money by unidentified persons in Bangladesh, a local media report said on Tuesday.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Congress Cries Foul Over Ayodhya House Arrest
A fresh political controversy erupted in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday after the Congress alleged that its state president, Ajay Rai, and several party leaders were placed under house arrest ahead of a planned visit to the Ram Mandir amid the ongoing donation theft controversy.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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World's largest shipping co MSC to buy 49% in Adani's Vizhinjam port for $1.4 bn
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) on Tuesday announced that Switzerland-based MSC, the world's largest shipping transport and logistics conglomerate, will acquire a 49% stake in its Vizhinjam port in Kerala for about $1.4 billion.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Markets end lower as IT stocks drag
Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Tuesday due to selling in information technology, oil and gas, and select banking shares amid uncertainty over the next round of US-Iran negotiations in Doha.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Controversial LDF road cameras get an unlikely defender
The AI-powered road surveillance system has failed to reduce the overall number of accidents but has helped bring down fatalities, Transport Minister C P John told the assembly on Tuesday, placing the controversial Safe Kerala project back at the centre of the state's transport safety debate.
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July 01, 2026
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Noel Tata to step down as Voltas chairman
Almost a week after stepping down as chairman of Trent, Noel Tata announced on Tuesday that he would also relinquish the chairmanship of another Tata Group firm, Voltas.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Prajavani brings new hope for toddler
A 17-month-old boy from Mahabubabad district has recovered from a life-threatening illness following the intervention of the Chief Minister's Prajavani programme and financial assistance under the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF).
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Beyond orphanages, towards the police force
When Omkar Shinde arrived at Shelter Don Bosco in Wadala in 2023, the 20-year-old had little direction after leaving an orphanage at 18.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Inflation can't derail FMCG growth story
India's FMCG growth remains pricing-led, with premiumisation and quick commerce offsetting inflation, while volume recovery depends on rural demand revival
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Prism files ₹6,650-crore IPO; Agarwal, SoftBank retain stakes
Travel tech unicorn Prism, the parent entity of OYO, has filed its updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for a proposed initial public offering (IPO) of up to ₹6,650 crore through a fresh issue of equity shares.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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US envoys in Qatar to hold Iran talks with mediators
TECHNICAL MEETING | Witkoff, Kushner won’t have any direct parleys with Tehran’s diplomats in implementing initial deal
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Gilts end on a flat note
Prices of government bonds ended steady on the last day of the June quarter on Tuesday, pulling back from the day's highs near the end of trade.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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University counsel switch triggers storm
Order replacing the High Court lawyer sharpens scrutiny of the acting Vice-Chancellor’s administrative powers
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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SIR enumeration process gains speed
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is progressing rapidly in the Mahabubabad district. District Election Officer Sneha Sabarish has appealed to all citizens to actively participate and ensure that their details are correctly registered in the ongoing voter list update exercise.
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July 01, 2026
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FOB completed at Wakad
The Pune IT City Metro Rail Corporation Limited (PITCMRL) has completed the construction of a 60-metre foot overbridge (FOB) at Wakad Metro Station to improve pedestrian safety and strengthen last-mile connectivity for commuters using Pune Metro Line 3.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Kotak Bank to acquire Deutsche Bank's retail, pvt banking and wealth biz in India
Private lender Kotak Mahindra Bank on Tuesday announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the retail, private banking, and wealth management businesses of Germany's Deutsche Bank in India for an undisclosed sum.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Online-booked urea goes missing
Allegations of irregularities in urea distribution have intensified in Kamareddy district, with farmers accusing cooperative society officials of diverting fertiliser booked through the online system while also raising concerns over glitches in the Telangana fertiliser application.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Maggi hit by shrinkflation
Nestle cuts noodle pack sizes by up to 9%
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Markets slip as bears tighten grip
Indian equity markets ended on a weak note on Tuesday as persistent selling pressure at higher levels prevented benchmark indices from sustaining early gains.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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UPSC Aspirant Dies by Suicide in Lucknow
A 26-year-old UPSC aspirant, the daughter of a police sub-inspector, allegedly died by suicide at her home in Lucknow’s Sarojini Nagar area on Tuesday.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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BJP, RSS, 'donation first', not 'nation first': Priyank on Ram temple row
Hitting out at the BJP and RSS on the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation \"loot\", Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday said for them, it is \"Donation First\" and not the \"Nation First\".
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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India Post honours Lagaan
Lagaan completes 25 years, India Post has honoured the iconic film with a special commemorative cover and exclusive picture postcards, celebrating its lasting legacy and contribution to Indian cinema.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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NCLAT clears way for PF, gratuity payments to Jet Airways employees
In a significant relief for hundreds of former Jet Airways employees and what also sets a precedent for Insolvency cases involving employee dues, the NCLAT has dismissed appeals filed by State Bank of India (SBI) and other financial creditors, upholding an earlier order that provident fund (PF) and gratuity dues must be paid in full and cannot form part of the airline's liquidation estate, CNBC TV18 reported.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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US-India ties at nadir in last 30 yrs: Dem leader
Democrat Congressman Ro Khanna has sharply criticised the Trump administration's foreign policy, claiming that the US-India relationship has plummeted to its lowest point in 30 years.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Retail investors stay wary ahead of Jio and NSE IPOs
India’s capital markets are currently reflecting a clear divide between optimism and caution.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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Three held in Chilkalguda robbery case
Chilkalguda Police arrested three habitual property offenders and apprehended a juvenile in connection with a robbery case, recovering the victim's mobile phone, the scooter used in the crime and cash linked to another theft.
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July 01, 2026
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NMIA gets 3rd threat in week
Navi Mumbai International Airport received its third threat in a week after an unidentified X user warned of a suicide attack, aircraft hijacking and a 9/11-style strike on flights, police said.
1 min |
July 01, 2026
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CSIR-IICT gets major R&D infrastructure boost
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Jitendra Singh inaugurated four state-of-the-art research facilities and laid the foundation stone for a 200-student hostel complex at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT) here on Tuesday.
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