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Times of India — Mumbai · Oct 15, 2026
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Times of India — Mumbai · Oct 15, 2026

safety
Bhiwandi: In a major breakthrough, Bhiwandi Taluka police have cracked the alleged robbery of medicines worth ₹8.50 crore near Yevai Naka on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway, revealing that the container driver who reported being assaulted and abducted was the alleged mastermind. Police...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

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The four-month southwest monsoon season (June to September 2026) in India has entered its withdrawal phase. In June, the monsoon arrived four days late and subsequently stalled for almost three weeks. Early July rains revived hopes, but precipitation in August and September was l...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

government
Mumbai, October 15, 2026: The Encroachment Removal Department of the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority’s (MHADA) Mumbai Housing and Area Development Board has intensified its action against illegal constructions on its land. As part of the campaign, a case has be...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

schools
Parul University’s Prof. M. R. Yadav, Distinguished Professor and Research Advisor to the University, has been selected for the prestigious Pharma Ratna Award by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for his contributions to pharmaceutical education, research and drug discovery. Th...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

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Thane, October 15, 2026: Demonstrating a profound commitment to social welfare, Maharashtra Transport Minister and Dharashiv Guardian Minister Pratap Sarnaik has launched a large-scale humanitarian initiative to distribute 200,000 free grocery and festive kits to drought-affected...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

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Mumbai, October 15, 2026: Maharashtra Protocol Minister Jaykumar Rawal has urged Czech companies to move beyond selling products in the Indian market and establish manufacturing facilities in Maharashtra, invest in the state and develop long-term partnerships through technology t...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

safety
Mumbai: The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has been granted permission by Mumbai Police to hold a one-day Tricolour march at Azad Maidan on October 16, the police confirmed on Thursday. Explaining the decision, Mumbai Police said, “As Azad Maidan is a designated protest site, permi...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

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New Delhi/Mumbai, Oct 15: Paras Healthcare Ltd, which operates hospitals under the Paras Health brand, will launch its Rs 1,450-crore initial public offering (IPO) on October 21, with a price band of Rs 660-693 per share. The public issue will close on October 23, while the biddi...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026

schools
Even if asked out of curiosity, such questions can have a negative impact and may be perceived as discriminatory, added the email sent by the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs...
The Hindu — Mumbai · Oct 15, 2026

parks
Mumbai: A video showing a scooter rider driving along the divider on Mumbai’s Western Express Highway amid heavy traffic has been widely shared online, sparking criticism on social media. Driver seen avoiding traffic congestion The purported video shows vehicles moving slowly on ...
Free Press Journal · Oct 15, 2026