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In this issue

January 22, 2025

India Welcomes Neutral Expert's Ruling on Indus Water Treaty

India on Tuesday welcomed the ruling of the World Bank-appointed neutral expert that he is competent to address certain issues related to projects under the Indus Water Treaty, in what is seen as a setback to Pakistan.

1 min

14 Maoists killed in Chh'garh gunbattle

Those killed include Maoist Central Committee member Jayaram

2 mins

RG Kar case: Bengal govt moves Calcutta HC seeking death penalty

State Advocate General Kishor Datta approached the division bench of Justice Debangshu Basak and Justice Shabbar Rashidi seeking the \"death penalty\" for the convict. The division bench has admitted the petition.

1 min

Palamu tigers head home: Foresters

It's possibly time for the Jharkhand tigers to return home, as their current movement reflects.

1 min

Indian Oil introduces Drone vigil for pipeline safety

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IndianOil), has commenced drone surveillance of oil & gas pipelines in various areas in Odisha.

1 min

New Zonal Manager of LIC

J S Tolia has taken charge as the new zonal manager in charge, LIC of India, Eastern Zone.

1 min

ZSI scientists discover 23 species of blood-sucking flies in A&N

In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have identified 23 species of blood-sucking flies belonging to the Culicoides genus in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with 13 species being reported for the first time in India.

1 min

Anuj Saraswat assumes role of regional head of ICSI

The new office bearers of the Eastern India Regional Council of ICSI (Institute of Company Secretaries of India) elected for the year 2025 are CS Bishal Harlalka, vice chairman, CS Satish Kumar, secretary and CS Santosh Kumar, treasurer.

1 min

Coal Smuggling: Trial Process Starts at Special CBI Court

The trial process started with the recording of statements of two top officials of public-sector CIL

1 min

Illegal ration card holders rush to return cards

With the state government threatening to crack down on illegal ration card holds, there is a sudden rush of such card holders from Baliapal block rushing to office to return their cards and have their names removed from the list of beneficiaries under the NFSA.

1 min

Racket stealing GI Electric Poles baffles police

A well-organized racket involved in stealing galvanized iron (GI) electric poles has been operating in the Jagatsinghpur, Biridi, and Raghunathpur areas, causing losses of approximately 50 lakh.

1 min

Online trading racket with roots in Thailand busted

The Cuttack cyber police have arrested a man who ran an illegal online trading racket from Thailand to deceive several investors in Odisha, including in Cuttack city.

1 min

Union Minister Emphasizes Responsible Mine Closure Practices

Union Minister for Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, visited the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Exhibition held at Konark and addressed the National Mines Ministers Conference emphasizing on responsible mine closure practices to ensure environmental restoration and sustainability.

1 min

Tribal family remains ostracized on suspicion of practicing sorcery

A family in tribal dominated Mayurbhanj district is in a state of distress as it was unable to pay Rs 25000 fine imposed by the villagers and was ostracized on suspicion of practicing witchcraft.

1 min

DRDL's groundbreaking scramjet combustor test marks major step in hypersonic development

The Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, part of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has taken a significant step forward in the development of hypersonic technology.

2 mins

We believe in Mahatma Gandhi's Hindutva: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the Congress party believes in Mahatma Gandhi's Hindutva who was a true Ram devotee.

2 mins

Erode East Bypolls: NTK Launches Full-Fledged Campaign After Securing 'Mike' Symbol

The Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), led by actor-turned-politician Seeman, has launched an intensive campaign for the Erode East Assembly by-election, which is scheduled for February 5.

1 min

Kerala Assembly urges Centre to withdraw UGC regulations

A resolution was passed in the wake of concerns raised by state govt & academic experts

1 min

LoP Satheesan Loses Cool in Kerala Assembly

Tensions flared in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday morning as Leader of Opposition (LoP) V.D. Satheesan lost his temper amidst heated proceedings.

1 min

Newborn abandoned in field, mauled by animals in Jharkhand

A deeply distressing incident has come to light in Vishnugarh, Hazaribagh district, where a newborn baby was abandoned in an open field and tragically succumbed to injuries inflicted by stray dogs and wild animals.

1 min

Omar Abdullah visits grieving Budhal families

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday turned emotional when he met the three families whose 17 kin have died after mysteriously falling ill in the Badhal village of the Rajouri district.

1 min

Milind Deora seeks audit of immigrants in Maharashtra

Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora on Tuesday wrote to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, demanding a thorough audit of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants across Maharashtra and act against them, in the wake of the recent attack on actor Saif Ali Khan.

1 min

Birla Inaugurates NeVA Seva Kendra in Bihar Legislature Premises

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated NeVA Seva Kendra in the Bihar Legislature premises on Tuesday, the concluding day of the 85th All India Presiding Officers' Conference (AIPOC) held here.

1 min

Jharkhand Cabinet approves health insurance scheme

Chief Minister Hemant Soren presided over an important Jharkhand Cabinet meeting here on Tuesday in which 18 key proposals, including health insurance policy for state employees and pensioners, were approved.

2 mins

JPC Meeting on Waqf Amendment Act 2024 Concludes in Lucknow

JPC Chairman emphasised the productive nature of the meeting, discussions were held in a constructive atmosphere

2 mins

Govt to celebrate tenth anniversary of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme on Wednesday

The Ministry of Women and Child Development is set to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, marking a decade of relentless efforts to protect, educate, and empower the girl child in India.

1 min

Apex court dismisses ED's plea for the cancellation of Chhagan Bhujbal's bail

The Supreme Court, on Tuesday, dismissed the Directorate of Enforcement's (ED) plea challenging the bail granted to former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and current NCP MLA Chhagan Bhujbal in an alleged money laundering case.

1 min

Driving innovation: Viet Nam's journey to a high-tech future

Viet Nam has a strong foundation for high-tech investment.

2 mins

Trump's way

Donald Trump's return to the presidency is nothing short of historic, marking a political comeback that defied all odds.

4 mins

The true cost of what we buy

Every year, India sees the launch of over 1,000 new retail brands, adding to millions of brands globally.

2 mins

Uphill task ahead for Seoul

The impending leadership changes in South Korea and the United States have cast a cloud of uncertainty over the future of Seoul-Washington relations.

3 mins

Special UP Cabinet Meeting in Mahakumbh Today

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will chair an all-important special meeting of the state cabinet in the Mahakumbh area on the Sangam banks here on Wednesday.

1 min

Assam STF arrests another member of Bangladesh-based ABT terror group

The Assam Police's Special Task Force (STF) has arrested one more associate of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT), a Bangladesh-based terror group affiliated with Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), officials said on Tuesday.

1 min

'War on drugs': Manipur CM targets illegal poppy cultivation

Chief Minister N Biren Singh said on Tuesday that his government would intensify the \"War on Drugs\" campaign, highlighting the persistence of illegal poppy cultivation in the hill districts.

1 min

UP govt set to launch campaign to promote drumstick to fight anemia

The Uttar Pradesh government is set to embark on a campaign to promote cultivation and consumption of drumstick (moringa) to address anemia among women and adolescents.

1 min

4 Criminals Shot Dead in STF Encounter in UP

Special Task Force (STF) of Uttar Pradesh police have shot dead 4 dreaded criminals during a late night encounter in the forest of Udpur village of Jhinjhana.

1 min

PM Modi Greets People of Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura

Following the enactment of the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura became individual states in 1972

1 min

'Water Woman of India' Shipra Pathak applauds Yogi for clean 'Triveni Sangam' at Mahakumbh

Overwhelmed by the pristine cleanliness and uninterrupted flow of the sacred Triveni Sangam at the ongoing Mahakumbh, Shipra Pathak, the 'Water Woman of India,' expressed her gratitude to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday for his dedicated efforts.

1 min

On statehood day, Congress reiterates demand for PM's visit to Manipur

Reiterating its demand for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Manipur, the Congress party, said on Tuesday that this is the very least he could do to show his concern, if he has any, for the strife-torn state.

1 min

At least 66 dead and 51 injured in a hotel fire at a ski resort in northwestern Turkey

A fire at a 12-storey hotel at a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey on Tuesday killed at least 66 people, Turkey's Interior Minister said.

1 min

Yoon Defends His Martial Law Decree in His First Public Appearance Since His Arrest

South Korea's impeached president denied Tuesday that he ordered the military to drag lawmakers out of the National Assembly to prevent them from voting to reject his martial law decree last month, as he appeared for the first time before the Constitutional Court that will determine his fate.

1 min

Taliban Say 2 Americans Held in Afghanistan Were Freed in a Prisoner Exchange

A prisoner swap between the United States and Afghanistan's Taliban freed two Americans in exchange for a Taliban figure imprisoned for life in California on drug trafficking and terrorism charges, officials said Tuesday.

1 min

After 15 Months of War, Hamas Still Rules Over What Remains of Gaza

As a ceasefire brought calm to Gaza's ruined cities, Hamas was quick to emerge from hiding.

1 min

British prime minister says the killing of 3 girls must lead to 'fundamental change'

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Tuesday that the killing of three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class must lead to \"fundamental change\" in how the British state protects citizens and a reckoning with new threats from violent individuals whose mix of motivations test the traditional definition of terrorism.

1 min

Senate Confirms Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, Giving Trump the First Member of His Cabinet

The US Senate quickly confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state Monday, voting unanimously to give President Donald Trump the first member of his new Cabinet on Inauguration Day.

1 min

Trump pardons 6 Jan rioters, including police attackers

Trump's action, came just hours after his return to the White House on Monday

2 mins

India to account for 16 percent of global consumption at PPP by 2050: Report

According to a report by World Data Lab, India is projected to account for 16 percent of global consumption at purchasing power parity (PPP) by 2050.

1 min

Blue Ocean Corp inks pact with IILM to bridge skill gaps in logistics & supply chain sector

Blue Ocean Corporation, a global leader in supply chain training and consulting, offering premium solutions to clients across diverse verticals - Training, Consultancy, and Conferences, with a 300,000+ worldwide alumni community in 17+ countries, particularly in the MENA region and the Indian sub-continent, has now teamed up with IILM University to roll out NEP-Aligned Logistics and Supply Chain Skill Development Programme in Kolkata to bridge the skill gap in India's logistics and supply chain sector.

2 mins

4 out of 5 Indian professionals plan to look for a new job in 2025: LinkedIn

Movement in the job market was nothing to write home about throughout the last year as the labor market was sluggish for job seekers.

2 mins

Sensex Closes Below 76,000, Nifty Near 23,000

Markets fell after growing uncertainty over Trump's potential trade policies

2 mins

India's space economy projected to touch $44 billion in next decade: Jitendra Singh

India's space economy has grown to $8 billion and is projected to touch $44 billion in the next decade, according to Union Minister for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.

1 min

WEF 2025: Gita Gopinath Says India Needs More Reforms to Become $10 Trillion Economy

India continues to be the world's fastest-growing major economy, but the country will need much bigger structural reforms to further accelerate growth for achieving the goal of becoming a $10 trillion developed economy by 2047, according to IMF Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath.

1 min

Goyal Meets With Belgian Counterpart, Discusses Renewable Energy, Digital Tech

Union Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, met with the Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, and Foreign Trade, Bernard Quintin, in Brussels on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF).

1 min

Mesmerised by culture, global kho kho stars praise Indian hospitality

The inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi came to a close with both the Men's and Women's Indian teams lifting the trophy.

2 mins

Bayern Munich sign teenaged sensation Thomas Bischof

FC Bayern have secured the signing of midfielder Tom Bischof, 19, on a pre-contract on Tuesday.

1 min

Gujarat women secure historic medal at Senior National TT

Riding on the heroics of Gujarat captain Kritwikka Sinha Roy, the Gujarat women's team upend higher-ranked Tamil Nadu team to march into the semi-finals and guarantee a medal at the UTT 86th Senior National Inter-State Table Tennis Championships 2024 played at the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.

2 mins

ISL: Bengaluru FC Take On Struggling Odisha FC, Aim To Reignite Title Push

A chance to return to the second spot on the Indian Super League (ISL) points table beckons Bengaluru FC as they host Odisha FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Wednesday.

2 mins

England Focussing on Playing 'Watchable' Brand of Cricket

Ahead of first T20I against India, visitors promise to display an aggressive style at the Eden Gardens

3 mins

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The Statesman is one of India’s oldest English newspapers. It was founded in Kolkata in 1875 and is directly descended from The Friend of India (founded 1818). The Englishman (founded 1821) was merged with The Statesman in 1934. The Delhi edition of The Statesman began publication in 1931. The Statesman Weekly is a compendium of news and views from the Kolkata, Bhuvneshwar, Siliguri and Delhi editions.

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