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SC upholds EC’s SIR
Apex court rejects ‘NRC-by-stealth’ charge but builds shield against wrongful deletion
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May 28, 2026
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Govt seeks partner for desi stealth jet
The Defence Ministry has initiated the process of selecting a private sector partner to build India’s next-generation stealth fighter under the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, regarded as the country’s largest indigenous aerospace project.
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May 28, 2026
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Scoreboard pressure, fielding failures cost GT, says Phillips
Gujarat Titans (GT) batter Glenn Phillips admitted that scoreboard pressure and sloppy fielding hurt his side badly in the crushing 92-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier 1, but insisted the team would quickly move on ahead of their next playoff fixture.
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May 28, 2026
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AI to cut domestic flights by 22%
Air India will reduce its domestic operations by almost 22% between June and August 2026 due to the sustained impact of high aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, following a reduction in its international operations.
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May 28, 2026
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Stay hydrated: Modi’s mantra to beat the heat
PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged citizens to take maximum precautions as the country is witnessing soaring temperatures, and said staying hydrated is key during such harsh weather.
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May 28, 2026
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Sidda likely to resign as CM today
A day after a marathon meeting with the Congress high command in Delhi, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appears set to make a graceful exit, with indications that he may tender his resignation to the Governor on Thursday.
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May 28, 2026
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DRAMA AS ED GOES AFTER VIJAYAN
CPM workers attacked the cars used by Enforcement Directorate officials when they were returning after a raid at the Thiruvananthapuram residence of former Chief Minister and Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan — in a money-laundering probe tied to alleged payments by Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited to Exalogic Solutions, the firm associated with his daughter T. Veena.
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May 28, 2026
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BYJU FACES JAIL IN S'PORE
A Singapore court has sentenced Byju Raveendran, founder of embattled edtech company Byju's, to six months in jail in a contempt of court case linked to disclosure and handling of assets, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday. Byju said he planned to appeal.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
New Hamas leader killed in Gaza
Israel carried out a pair of airstrikes in Gaza City late on Tuesday, killing at least three people and injuring 12, hospital officials said.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
CBI probes gaps in statements
CFSL team conducts forensic mapping as CBI questions family members and relatives
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
TCS bags multi-yr deal from Sweden's SKF
Tata Consultancy Services, on Wednesday announced that it has bagged a multi-year deal from Swedish bearings maker SKF.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Sex racket busted in KP flat
A prostitution racket allegedly being operated from a flat in a posh residential society in Pune’s Koregaon Park has been busted by the Anti-Human Trafficking Cell (AHTC).
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Jalgaon gears up for monsoon
Ahead of the monsoon season beginning in June, District Collector and Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority, Rohan Ghuge, directed all agencies to remain fully prepared for disaster management and ensure coordinated action during emergencies.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
ED seizes Veena papers, digital material
FISHY DEAL | Payments to Exalogic without any services
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Shah: Raze illegal structures within 15 km of int'l border
To strengthen border security and prevent illegal activities, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed officials to demolish all unauthorised constructions within 15 km of the international border with Pakistan.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
4 drown in Kashyapi Dam
A tragic incident at Kashyapi Dam on the Nashik-Harsul road claimed four lives on Tuesday evening, including a civil engineer, his pregnant wife and two neighbouring children.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Credit mkt sees strong growth in FY26, asset quality improves
India's credit market recorded strong growth in the 2026 financial year (FY26), driven by rising loan demand, expansion in secured lending and improvement in asset quality, according to a report released by credit bureau Experian.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Cong seeks action against Balka Suman over ‘provocative remarks’
Former BRS MP Balka Suman landed in controversy after the Khairatabad District Congress Committee lodged a police complaint against him at Abids Police Station for allegedly making inflammatory remarks.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Ebola advisory issued across civic hospitals
The BMC resident doctors’ association (MARD) has issued an advisory across civic-run hospitals following the World Health Organization's declaration of the Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Relics of the Raj steeped in bias
The ongoing controversy over the central government's notice to Delhi Gymkhana, asking it to hand over the prime property occupied by it, has understandably had its repercussions in Mumbai.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Chandrayaan-2 finds water on the moon
Subsurface ice revealed in south polar regions: ISRO
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Govt bonds end a tad down on profit-taking
Prices of most government bonds ended slightly lower as traders took profits at the highest prices seen in over two weeks, dealers said.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
13-year-old girl dies by suicide over family dispute
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Surat’s Antroli village when a 13-year-old girl allegedly driven into severe emotional distress by ongoing family disputes died after jumping from the terrace of her residential building.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
79 dangerous bldgs still occupied ahead of rains
UNSAFE SHELTER | Western suburbs report highest number of occupied C1 category structures; BMC says notices issued
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
SC notice to govt, FSSAI, CAG on food safety rules implementation
The Supreme Court Wednesday issued notices to the government, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on a petition seeking a nationwide performance audit of the implementation of the food safety and standards regime, including licensing and registration processes.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Asking wife to adjust is not harassment: SC
CRUELTY CHARGES QUASHED | ‘Allegations without overt acts can’t justify prosecution’
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
SC sets aside NCLAT order on Amazon appeal
The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the NCLAT's June 2022 order which had rejected US e-commerce giant Amazon's appeal against an anti-trust suspension of its investment deal with Future Group.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
IITE Gandhinagar launches 7 new schools, eyes AI teacher training
Gandhinagar’s Indian Institute of Teacher Education (IITE) has taken a major leap in India’s higher education landscape by launching seven new university schools, marking a transformative step aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Assam third state to endorse UCC
After day-long debate, Assembly clears bill amid stiff resistance from the Oppn
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May 28, 2026
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Attempt to murder charge in horrific Sirlim hit-and-run
POLICE SAY RECKLESS OVERTAKING, FORCEFUL IMPACT AND FLEEING SCENE SHOWED ACCUSED AWARE THAT ACT COULD PROVE FATAL
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