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Lowest turnout in a decade
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Lowest turnout in a decade

Gujarat, renowned for its high political engagement, recorded its lowest voter turnout of 59.61 per cent in recent years, according to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

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May 09, 2024
Plot thickens in South Goa
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Plot thickens in South Goa

SALCETE TALLY, ADDITIONAL VOTES IN HINTERLAND ASSEMBLY SEGMENTS HOLD KEY TO CONGRESS, BJP FORTUNES

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May 09, 2024
Take preventive steps to tackle forest fires: SC
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Take preventive steps to tackle forest fires: SC

Says cloud seeding or depending on rain God no solution

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May 09, 2024
HD Revanna to remain in sIT custody till May 14
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HD Revanna to remain in sIT custody till May 14

The 17th Additional Chief Magistrate Metropolitan (ACMM) court on Wednesday remanded former minister and Janata Dal (Secular) MLA HD Revanna in judicial custody till May 14.

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May 09, 2024
AAP charts campaign to reach out to select groups
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AAP charts campaign to reach out to select groups

Party to target women, traders, farmers and Foorvanchalt voters of Delhi

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May 09, 2024
DU V-C ilags off Run for Viksit Bharat’
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DU V-C ilags off Run for Viksit Bharat’

The VC urges students to vote for strengthening democracy

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May 09, 2024
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90% students clear WB class 12 board exam

Boys outshone girls in this year's Higher Secondary Examination in West Bengal, the results of which were declared on Wednesday.

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May 09, 2024
Rolls-Royce Unveils 2024 Cullinan Facelift
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Rolls-Royce Unveils 2024 Cullinan Facelift

Rolls-Royce has unveiled the updated Cullinan SUV, marking a significant refresh six years after its initial launch.

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May 09, 2024
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Tata Power net up 11% to ₹1,046 cr in Q4, declares 200% dividend

Tata Power on Wednesday posted an 11 per cent rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 1,046 crore in the March quarter compared to the year-ago period mainly on the back of higher revenues.

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May 09, 2024
Lat 04 profit up 10% to ₹4,396 cr
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Lat 04 profit up 10% to ₹4,396 cr

Engineering and construction major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Wednesday reported a 10.2 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 4,396.12 crore in the March 2024 quarter on the back of higher income.

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May 09, 2024
India now world's 3rd largest solar power producer, overtakes Japan
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India now world's 3rd largest solar power producer, overtakes Japan

India overtook Japan to become the world's third-largest solar power generator in 2023, according to a report by global energy think tank Ember. India has climbed from ranking ninth in 2015.

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May 09, 2024
POSSIBILITY OF INDIAS GDP GROWTH TOUCHING 8" IN FY24 QUITE HIGH: CEA
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POSSIBILITY OF INDIAS GDP GROWTH TOUCHING 8" IN FY24 QUITE HIGH: CEA

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran on Wednesday said there was a high possibility of GDP growth touching 8 per cent in FY24 on the back of robust growth registered during the three quarters of the financial year ended March 2024.

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May 09, 2024
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DU pitches for higher female voter turnout

In the Jalgaon district, in Raver and Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituencies, District Collector Ayush Prasad expressed concern over the low percentage of women participating in voting during the 2019 elections.

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May 09, 2024
Political arena set to heat up
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Political arena set to heat up

After the application withdrawal process for Nashik and Dindori Lok Sabha constituencies was completed on Monday, the picture of the contest is now clear.

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May 09, 2024
No water for farmers of Gangapur and Vaijapur
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No water for farmers of Gangapur and Vaijapur

The farmers of the Gangapur and Vaijapur talukas claimed that the water resources department has released the water for the farmers of Ahmednagar district from the Nandur-Madhyameshwar dam, but the farmers from Gangapur and Vaijapur talukas have been refrained from the dam water.

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May 09, 2024
AMID MARATHA QUOTA STIR.CASTE POLITICS TO DICTATE
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AMID MARATHA QUOTA STIR.CASTE POLITICS TO DICTATE

BJP nominee Pankaja Munde and NCP(SP) candidate Bajrang Sonawane are locked in a direct fight in Beed constituency from Marathwada region.

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May 09, 2024
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Pune dist records seven heatstroke cases in two mths

Amidst rising temperatures across Maharashtra, the state public health department has recorded a total of 202 cases of heatstroke from March 1 to May 5 this year, with Pune reporting seven of these cases.

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May 09, 2024
Artist accuses Rohit Pawar of not paying ₹16 lakh for artwork
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Artist accuses Rohit Pawar of not paying ₹16 lakh for artwork

A Pune-based artist Nilesh has accused NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar of not paying his dues for multiple artworks he did in his Assembly constituency.

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May 09, 2024
Audit of 30-yr-old buildings must by certified experts
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Audit of 30-yr-old buildings must by certified experts

Society president or secretary to be held accountable if rules are not followed

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May 09, 2024
‘The Modi government has never discriminated against citizens’
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‘The Modi government has never discriminated against citizens’

Mihir Kotecha says since the opposition is going to badly lose the election, it is making wild allegations against the Modi government

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May 09, 2024
‘Balasaheb's definition of Hindutva has always been nationalism’
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‘Balasaheb's definition of Hindutva has always been nationalism’

Anil Desai says the people of Dharavi have the right to jobs where they have lived; alleges irregularities in redevelopment

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May 09, 2024
‘Current govt is bringing projects that cause pollution
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‘Current govt is bringing projects that cause pollution

Arvind Sawant says Sena UBT)’'s definition of development is to bring out the best in the city and not pollution

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May 09, 2024
THE GREAT POLITICAL GALLERY
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THE GREAT POLITICAL GALLERY

The FPJ, in association with the Mumbai Press Club, Praja Foundation and the Indian Merchants’ Chamber, organised a public discussion with six political candidates who hope to represent the citizens of our great city

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May 09, 2024
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BMC issues ₹73.53cr tender to repair EEH’s service road.

The BMC on Wednesday issued a tender for pre-monsoon repair and maintenance of Eastern Express Highway's (EEH) service road at a cost of Rs73.53 crore.

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May 09, 2024
‘SEND 10 TANKERS 10 GORAI DAILY
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‘SEND 10 TANKERS 10 GORAI DAILY

Bombay High Court says that constitutional and statutory duty has been cast on municipalities to provide water to citizens, and that officials cannot shirk that duty

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May 09, 2024
BEST to hold special exhibition reflecting on journey since 1874
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BEST to hold special exhibition reflecting on journey since 1874

To celebrate 150 years of service, the BEST will organise a special exhibition, showcasing its journey, so far. What's exciting is that the entry to the three-day event will be free hence no Mumbaikar will lose a chance to see the BEST's transformation.

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May 09, 2024
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Lotus365 owner has assets in Mum

The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) investigation into the Mahadev illegal betting cartel has revealed that an arrested accused, Girish Talreja, is allegedly the owner of the subsidiary app, Lotus365.

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May 09, 2024
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Creating parties, merging them with Congress is Pawar’s habit: Fadnavis

Ruling Mahayuti partners BJP, Shinde Sena and Ajit’s NCP hit out at NCP SP) chief’s remark that regional parties may merge with the grand old party in long run

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May 09, 2024
Tortured to name RSS, VHP leaders'
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Tortured to name RSS, VHP leaders'

Prasad Purohit made startling revelation’ in his sintement submitted before special court

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May 09, 2024
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Riit in Kerala Congress widens?

The rift in the Congress in Kerala widened on Wednesday when acting state unit president MM Hassan did not turn up to hand over charge to K Sudhakaran when he resumed duties as the fullfledged state Congress unit president.

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May 09, 2024