Stay informed without the overload. Every evening, we bring you the day's biggest developments in one fast, balanced digest. No fluff, no sensationalism. Just straightforward reporting to help you understand the news behind the headlines and stay ahead with The Free Press Journal’s essential daily evening guide:
1. Mumbai's Ramesh Powar Gets BCCI Selection Committee Nod, Pragyan Ojha Replaces Ajit Agarkar As Chief Selector
Former India spinner Ramesh Powar has been appointed to the BCCI Men's Senior Selection Committee. Pragyan Ojha meanwhile replaces Ajit Agarkar as chief selector, based on seniority.
2. Kota Police Nab 3 Suspects In Tiger Shroff Firing Case After 15-Minute Train Search; Trio Planned Nepal Escape
SP Tejaswini Gautam said the accused were travelling in the general compartment and allegedly planned to flee to Nepal via Delhi. Two suspects reportedly have previous criminal cases registered against them.
3. Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Accused Rehan’s Father Claims He Had No Contact With Son For 10-12 Years; Says 'Law Should Punish Him'
The father of Rehan, one of three accused held over the firing at Tiger Shroff's car, said the law should decide his son's punishment.
4. Veteran BJP Leader LK Advani, 98, Discharged From Apollo Hospital After Improvement In Health
The hospital said his medical condition has improved under the care of senior neurologist Dr Vinit Suri.
5. Stock Market Crash Wipes Out Nearly ₹5 Lakh Crore, Sensex Tanks 876 Points & Nifty Slips Below 22,900
Sensex crashes 876 points to 73,852.90, Nifty ends at 22,888.95 as banking stocks, weak global cues and high crude prices erase nearly Rs 5 lakh crore of investor wealth.
6. Thane Metro Project Faces Bombay HC Challenge Over Tree-Felling Approvals For 4,600 Trees, Alleged Bypassing Of Statutory Tree Authority
A PIL in the Bombay High Court challenges the Thane Municipal Corporation's permission to fell 519 trees and transplant 2,693 for the Thane Integral Ring Metro project, alleging approvals were granted without a mandatory statutory Tree Authority and adequate public consultation.
7. 'Peaceful Protests Cannot Cause Public Inconvenience': Bombay HC Seeks Reply On Alleged Illegal Detention Of Anti-CEC Protesters In Mumbai
The Bombay High Court sought Maharashtra government's response to allegations of illegal detention and police brutality during anti-CEC protests in Mumbai.
8. Who Is Chinmay Sutar? Mumbai-Born Batter Who Made Ranji Trophy History With Stunning 400
The Mumbai-born left-handed batter becomes just the second to achieve the milestone in the tournament’s history. A former Mumbai player who has represented India at the Under-23 level, Sutar’s remarkable innings remains a rare feat in First Class cricket.
9. Australian MP Helen Haines Critically Injured After Car Hits Her Outside Wangaratta Office, Driver Arrested
Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines, 65, was critically injured after a Toyota Land Cruiser struck her outside her electoral office in Wangaratta, Victoria.
10. Alia Bhatt Serves Durga Puja Glam In Fuchsia Pink Saree With Lotus-Embroidered Blouse
The actress embraced traditional elegance in a striking pink saree paired with a contrasting blue blouse, creating a look that beautifully blended Indian craftsmanship with contemporary styling.
