What does the cryptic crossword clue "State-controlled newspaper in Cologne? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Cologne". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RAG (synonym="newspaper") in FRANCE (synonym="state") = FRAGRANCE; definition: "Cologne?" The answer is FRAGRANCE.

State-controlled newspaper in Cologne? (9)

Times Cryptic #28883 | 21 Across | 2024-04-05 flower

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