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The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
ASHA workers end protest
After 265 days of persistent demonstrations outside the Secretariat, Accredited Social Health Activists workers have decided to temporarily halt their sit-in protest following an announcement from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of a hike in their monthly honorarium.
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November 01, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
LIVING WILLS IN INDIA
Dr Smriti Khanna gives you the lowdown on — what they are, why they matter, and how to make one
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November 01, 2025
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Rajkumar Santoshi gets conditional bail in ₹1 crore cheque bounce case
The Gujarat High Court has granted conditional bail to veteran Bollywood filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi in connection with an alleged ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, bringing temporary relief to the director known for landmark films such as Ghayal, Damini, and Andaz Apna Apna.
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November 01, 2025
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Paresh shines in flat legal drama
Propaganda films have had an uneven run in Indian theatres. The Taj Story, starring Paresh Rawal as tour guide Vishnu Das, is another legal drama-meets-propaganda film that raises interesting questions but falls short of providing gripping answers. As far as storytelling goes, this one isn't told well.
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November 01, 2025
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AIADMK denies talks with TVK
AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has categorically denied any discussions or negotiations with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam regarding a potential alliance.
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November 01, 2025
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AESL MULLS ABOUT ₹18,000 CR CAPEX IN FY26
Adani Energy Solutions (AESL) has planned up to Rs 18,000 crore capital expenditure, including Rs 6,000 crore already spent on various projects, in the current fiscal year, a senior official said during an earnings call.
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November 01, 2025
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Bankey Bihari temple holds over ₹350 cr in banks
SHINE SHRINE
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November 01, 2025
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Not Just Moms: Dads suffer from postpartum depression, too!
It's true that postpartum depression or PPD is something that is still mostly associated with mothers and their state of mental well-being after a new baby arrives home.
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November 01, 2025
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For a healthy gut
Discover simple, natural ways to reduce bloating, improve digestion, and keep your gut healthy daily
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November 01, 2025
The Free Press Journal - Mumbai
Af-Pak peace talks all set to resume on Nov 6
Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday agreed to ensure maintenance of a ceasefire on the border and resume talks to salvage the peace process that hit snags early this week, according to a report.
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November 01, 2025
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Govt grooves to concept of ‘concert hub’ in State
PLANS PLUG-AND-PLAY FACILITY ALONG COASTAL BELT MULLS 20,000-SEAT CAPACITY ARENA AT MANDREM
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November 01, 2025
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Nashik to host All India Youth Festival
The Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi, will host the All India Youth Festival (Southern Region) at its Nashik campus from Nov 3 to 5, 2025. Students from Sanskrit universities and colleges across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will participate in the three-day event.
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November 01, 2025
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Latur, Nanded join ‘Run for Unity’ event
Latur and Nanded districts in central Maharashtra’s Marathwada region organised ‘Run for Unity’ events on Friday to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, being celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
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November 01, 2025
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'Love, not lust': SC junks POCSO case
COMPASSIONATE RULING | Recognising peculiar facts of the case, court takes a nuanced approach
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November 01, 2025
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Accused smothered bizman Hiran: NIA court denies bail
Judge says proof more than enough to hold Mothkuri’s involvement in the commission of alleged offences
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November 01, 2025
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Swadeshi Register launched to uphold Patel's 'One India' vision
On the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary and Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the BJP’s Lucknow Metropolitan unit launched the ‘Swadeshi Panjika’ (Indigenous Register) at the party's metropolitan office today.
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November 01, 2025
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Pune's forgotten hostage rescues recall police brilliance
While Mumbai Police earned nationwide praise for Thursday’s dramatic hostage rescue in Powai, where 50-year-old Rohit Arya was shot dead after holding 19 people captive for five hours, two remarkable cases from Pimpri-Chinchwad in 2017 and 2018 remind citizens that such heroism and patience are not new to Maharashtra Police.
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November 01, 2025
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BMC engineer assault: 2 detained
A day after an on-duty assistant BMC engineer was verbally abused and assaulted, the Vakola police detained two persons on Friday, while four people have been named in the FIR.
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November 01, 2025
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Investors disappointed as Trump-Xi deal lacks surprises
Equities fell sharply on Friday as investors booked profits amid mixed corporate earnings, high volatility and cautious global sentiment.
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November 01, 2025
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Tossing the problem back
Bengaluru's waste management bureaucracy scored a spectacular success by returning to about 200 houses the waste that their occupants had reportedly dumped in public places.
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November 01, 2025
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POOR INFRA, NO HYGIENE: INDORE'S ANGANWADIS CRAVE ATTENTION
Cramped , rat-infested spaces, lack of safe drinking water and dirty washrooms amply illustrate the child growth centres need a shot in the arm
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November 01, 2025
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Pawan Kalyan assures full support to farmers hit by cyclone Montha
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has assured that every farmer affected by Cyclone Montha will receive full support from the Andhra Pradesh government.
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November 01, 2025
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Sanjan Parsi sanatorium auction halted as anonymous donor steps in
Property was being sold due to losses; community also formed social media groups to oppose auction
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November 01, 2025
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Missing link in justice system
It speaks volumes about the Supreme Court's mounting exasperation that it is now contemplating fixing a deadline for the framing of charges in criminal and civil cases.
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November 01, 2025
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Keshav Maurya calls Statue of Unity India’s pride
On the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya paid homage to the Iron Man of India, calling him the architect of national unity.
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November 01, 2025
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New software to aid visually impaired candidates: UPSC
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has informed the Supreme Court that it has decided in-principle to introduce the use of screen reader software for visually impaired candidates in its various examinations.
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November 01, 2025
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Leeli Parikrama at Mount Girnar suspended due to heavy rains
The centuries-old Leeli Parikrama at Mount Girnar, one of Gujarat’s most revered pilgrimages, has been suspended this year due to heavy unseasonal rains that severely damaged parts of the route.
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November 01, 2025
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SIMPLICITY IN LIVING
Located close to the historically-rich South Indian city of Mysuru, Solum embodies the endeavour towards living simply and close to nature.
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November 01, 2025
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Kavitha demands Rs 50,000 compensation for rain-affected farmers
Telangana Jagruthi President K. Kavitha demanded that the State government should grant %50,000 per acre as compensation to the rain-afected farmers.
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November 01, 2025
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GJEPC, AAICLAS join hands to explore cargo facility at Surat Airport
In a crucial move to strengthen export infrastructure for India’s gems and jewellery sector, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held a high-level meeting with Ajay Bhardwaj, CEO of AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS), to discuss the establishment of a dedicated air cargo facility at Surat Airport.
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