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Navi Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde Launches ‘Our Navi Mumbai – Our Budget’ initiative, inviting suggestions from the citizens of the city. In a bid to enhance citizen participation in the development of the city, the city municipal commissioner has announced the initiative. The initiative invites valuable suggestions from citizens and various organizations to … Read more

 Western Railway has announced a significant upgrade for Train No. 12909/12910 Bandra Terminus–Hazrat Nizamuddin Garib Rath Express, replacing its conventional rake with a modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) rake. This change aims to provide passengers with a safer and more comfortable travel experience. As per the statement issued by state Vineet Abhishek, Chief Public Relations … Read more

Admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, aimed at providing free education to economically weaker sections of society, are set to commence next week in the state, a senior official from the Maharashtra Education Department informed The Free Press Journal on Thursday. However, the deadline for RTE school registrations has been extended due to pending applications … Read more

The BMC has undertaken a road-widening project for ‘Bhaskar Bhopi Road,’ which connects the T-junction in Marve to Madh Jetty. The objective of the project is to expand the road to a width of 27.45 meters, establishing a crucial link between Malad and Andheri. Additionally, the project will connect the road to the Madh-Versova Bridge. … Read more

Image used for representational purpose only | Image credit: Raymond (Representative) The Raymond Group is set to mark its centenary year with  the Raymond100 Autofest, promising automobile enthusiasts a journey through time and innovation. Organised by Super Car Club Garage (SCCG), the festival will take place from January 10-12, 2025, at JK Gram in Thane.  … Read more

RPF Constable Chetansingh Chaudhary, accused in the Mumbai-Jaipur train firing case, found mentally unwell; court to decide on mental hospital transfer | ANI Mumbai: Dismissed RPF constable Chetan Singh Chaudhary, involved in killing four persons on Jaipur-Mumbai Central Superfast Express, in July 2023, is found to be mentally unstable and the Akola prison authorities, where … Read more

Fire in Seawood caused by incense stick; prompt action by fire brigade prevented harm | File Photo Navi Mumbai: A house was gutted in fire at sector 48 in Seawood on Thursday due to an agarbatti (incense stick). Ramdas Kumthekar, a state reserve police force (SRPF) personnel who stayed at room number 14 of Gyaneshwar … Read more

Mumbai’s BMC takes action against pollution in Govandi-Shivaji Nagar, issuing notices to construction sites and factories | Representational Image Mumbai: While the air quality index in Colaba-Navy Nagar has improved, the situation in Govandi-Shivaji Nagar remains concerning, with pollution levels still high. The BMC’s M East ward has issued notices to 63 construction sites, Ready … Read more

Bandra railway police arrest 49-year-old hawker for stabbing commuter in local train altercation | Representational Image Mumbai: The Bandra railway police arrested a hawker for allegedly attempting murder. The accused, Pradeep Kshatriya, 49, was travelling from Virar to Churchgate in the ladies’ compartment of a local train when the complainant, another hawker, boarded the same … Read more

Torres Jewellery Scam: Investigation agencies face scrutiny over delayed action in ₹1,000 crore Ponzi fraud | FPJ/ Vijay Gohil Mumbai: The revelation of the ₹1,000 crore Torres Ponzi scheme has sparked outrage among investors, many of whom blame the inaction of police and tax authorities for the massive fraud. According to reports, Shivaji Park police … Read more