The Statesman Bhubaneswar - May 17, 2025
The Statesman Bhubaneswar - May 17, 2025
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May 17, 2025
Pak's Foreign Minister Embarrassed After Quoting Fake Report on PAF Supremacy
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar landed himself in thick soup after he claimed about Pakistan's Air Force being called the \"Undisputed King of the Skies\".
1 min
Rajnath urges IMF to reconsider its $1bn aid to Pakistan
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said Operation Sindoor was not yet over, issuing an open warning to Pakistan to mend its ways when it comes to harbouring terrorism.
1 min
Murmu confers Jnanpith award on Jagadguru Rambhadracharya
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya at a function held at Vigyan Bhawan here.
1 min
Over 120 leading traders in Delhi announce boycott of Turkey and Azerbaijan
In a decisive move, more than 120 leading traders of Delhi, on Friday, announced a boycott of all types of commercial engagement with Turkey and Azerbaijan at the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).
1 min
Omar, Mehbooba spar over Tulbul project resumption
While the tension on the borders was gradually de-escalating, a fierce war of words broke out between Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti on Friday on the issue of revival of the long stalled Tulbul Navigation Project in North Kashmir after the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) by India following the massacre of 26 tourists in the Pahalgam terror attack.
1 min
Op Sindoor mirrors Modi's will, striking power of armed forces, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said Operation Sindoor -- India's military response to Pahalgam terror attack -- is a reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political will, intelligence gathering by the country's agencies, and the striking power of Indian armed forces.
1 min
Multi-party outreach to expose Pak propaganda
Reports said that the 48-member delegation will present evidence against Pak to the global community
2 mins
Deer deaths in Dhinkia due to natural causes: Forest officers
The recent deaths of spotted deer and other wild animals in Dhinkia, Nuagaon, and surrounding areas are due to natural causes, with no evidence of poaching or brutal killings noted forest officers after an inquiry conducted on the directive of the Chief Minister's Grievance Cell.
1 min
Tension in PRM MCH for medical negligence by nurses
Tension flared up in Pandit Raghunath Murmu Medical College in Baripada of Mayurbhanj district when children in a ward were deprived of oxygen facility on Thursday night.
1 min
BJEM felicitates Somesh state topper in CBSE Class X Board exams
Somesh Pradhan, the pride of Buxi Jagabandhu English Medium School, Bhubaneswar and one of the state toppers in the CBSE Class-X Board Exams, 2025, was felicitated by the school in a Special Ceremony organised on Friday.
1 min
Occupancy strength at Howrah-Puri Vande Bharat Express enhanced
In view of growing demand for faster and more comfortable rail travel between Howrah and Puri, Indian Railways has announced 25% augmentation of 22895/22896 Howrah-Puri Vande Bharat Express with additional coaches, the East Coast Railway informed on Friday.
1 min
SBI Securities Contributes ₹49 Lakh for Eye Care Services in Odisha and Bengal
SBI Securities, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, collaborated with Sightsavers India for its \"Netra Vasant — Rural Eye Health Programme\" to enhance the eye care services in multiple districts of Odisha and West Bengal.
1 min
IIM Sambalpur Launches Public Policy Management and AI Programmes
IIM Sambalpur launched two new undergraduate programmes: \"Bachelor of Science in Management and Public Policy\" and \"Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence\".
1 min
TPSODL & MKCG Medical College Hold Blood Donation Camp
TPSODL (TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited), in collaboration with MKCG Medical College & Hospital and SOCH — A voluntary organisation of MKCG MCH students, organised a blood donation camp at the premises of MKCG Medical College, Berhampur.
1 min
Pradhan Unveils Projects Worth Rs 135 Crore in Kuchinda
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveiled projects with a total investment of Rs 135 crore, including a new central school, in Sambalpur's Kuchinda constituency on Friday.
1 min
Uttar Pradesh set to become a leader with 152 GI-tagged products
In its mission to transform Uttar Pradesh into an 'Uttam Pradesh', the Yogi Adityanath government is set to significantly expand the number of Geographical Indication (GI) tagged products.
1 min
Mayawati slams Ram Gopal Yadav over caste-related comment on wing commander Vyomika Singh
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati criticised Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav over his caste-related remarks on Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, saying it was \"unfair\" to divide the armed forces on the basis of religion and caste.
1 min
Dibrugarh: Sonowal Leads Tiranga Yatra to Honor Armed Forces
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, led a Tiranga Yatra in Dibrugarh on Friday, rallying thousands of citizens in a show of solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor.
1 min
SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav hits back at UP CM over his reported statement on Vyomika Singh
Samajwadi Party Secretary General Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav has hit back at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over his reported statement on revealing the caste of IAF officer Vyomika Singh.
1 min
UP govt will launch new health policy to develop world-class health infrastructure across state
In a significant move aimed at transforming Uttar Pradesh's healthcare landscape, the Yogi government is preparing to introduce a new health policy designed to develop world-class health infrastructure in UP.
1 min
Kerala Woman Lawyer Assault: Accused Advocate Denied Bail
The Thiruvananthapuram additional magistrate court on Friday remanded Advocate Bailin Das, who is accused of brutally assaulting a junior woman lawyer.
1 min
6 Crew Members Rescued From Sinking Cargo Ship by Indian Coast Guard
Six crew members of sinking cargo vessel MSV Salamath were rescued successfully by the Indian coast guard (ICG) recently.
1 min
Maha Congress president Sapkal meets Uddhav Thackeray to discuss civic polls
Maharashtra State Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal met Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray at the latter's 'Matoshree' residence on Friday, only a couple of days after he met NCP founder and supremo Sharad Pawar, in what is being seen as a move to consolidate the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi.
1 min
ED Conducts Fresh Raids in Tamil Nadu Over ₹1,000 Crore Tasmac Liquor Scam
Tightening the screws on the DMK government in the alleged Rs 1000 crore liquor scam in Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) questioned the managing director of TASMAC, the state's monopoly IMFL retailer, besides carrying out fresh raids at 12 locations on Friday (16 May 2025).
1 min
Other ministers take money to clear files: Konda Surekha
Known for her penchant to shoot off her mouth, the forest minister later retracted her statement
2 mins
Centre assures fleet of electric buses to Karnataka to strengthen its mobility
Karnataka has urged the centre to grant the state electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM E-Drive scheme.
1 min
PM Modi to visit Nal air base on 22 May to honour armed forces for 'Operation Sindoor'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a visit to the Nal air base of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 22 May to greet the soldiers for their grand success in \"Operation Sindoor\".
1 min
Indian military bows at the feet of PM Modi: MP minister
Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda on Friday ruffled many feathers with his \"military bowing at the feet of Prime Minister Narendra Modi\" remarks.
1 min
Congress dharna against Vijay Shah in MP
More than a dozen MLAs of the opposition Congress in Madhya Pradesh sat on a dharna inside the Governor House at Bhopal on Friday, demanding the immediate sacking of State Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory comments hinting at Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Quereshi.
1 min
Blackbuck hunting case: Raj govt seeks 'leave to appeal' to challenge acquittal of Salman's co-actors
The Rajasthan Government on Friday filed \"leave-to-appeal\" petition before the High Court to challenge the trial court's order of acquittal of Bollywood stars Saif Ali Khan, Tabbu, Neelam and Sonali Bendre in the infamous 1998 black buck poaching case of Kakani village of the district.
1 min
Rahul Gandhi's Meeting Dalit Students Will Change Bihar Politics Forever: Cong
Bihar Congress leaders said that the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has launched a historic fight for the Dalit community from Darbhanga.
1 min
Nirav Modi's fresh bail plea rejected by a UK court
A fresh bail petition filed by fugitive diamond businessman Nirav Modi against his extradition was rejected by the High Court of Justice, King's Bench Division, London on Thursday.
1 min
Centre's move to send 48 MPs to expose Pak welcomed by all parties
It will strengthen India's position globally and enhance our leadership in diplomacy: Gourav Vallabh
1 min
Amit Shah to lay foundation stone for ₹379 crore flyovers in Ahmedabad
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone on Sunday for two major flyover projects in Ahmedabad's western region, marking a significant step in the city's urban infrastructure development.
1 min
The Daily Star
\"Financial inclusion\" has been a buzzword in Bangladesh for many years.
2 mins
Trust for science
Under threat now is the social contract between science and society. Scientists as a community must sit up and act. Science and scientists are lauded during war times — for example, most recently for drones and AI. However, we are concurrently also witnessing events that disrupt the pursuit of science. This is a cause of alarm. Without allowing unfettered pursuit and promotion of science, society will suffer, although the suffering may not be palpable in the short term
4 mins
Welfare Must Be Inclusive
With breathtaking beauty above and vast coal reserves below, Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district plays a pivotal role in meeting India's energy demands.
5 mins
India-UK FTA will be a game-changer
After more than three years and 14 rounds of negotiations, the United Kingdom and India have finally announced a free trade agreement (FTA). UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will formally sign the deal on a visit to India later this year.
3 mins
Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 93 People in Gaza as Trump Wraps Up His Middle East Visit
At least 93 people were killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza on Friday as U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his regional trip.
1 min
European Leaders Agree With Trump That Russia's Position On Ceasefire Talks Is Unacceptable
European leaders have agreed with U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia's position in ceasefire talks with Ukraine is unacceptable and they intend to coordinate a response, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday.
1 min
Over 295 Million People Across 53 Countries Faced Acute Hunger in 2024: UN
Acute food insecurity and child malnutrition rose for the sixth consecutive year in 2024, pushing more than 295 million people across 53 countries to the brink, according to a joint report by UN agencies released on Friday.
1 min
Iran Not to Dismantle Uranium Enrichment Facilities
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stressed that none of the country's uranium enrichment facilities would be dismantled, media reported.
1 min
Russia, Ukraine Hold Their First Direct Peace Talks in Three Years
The two sides are still far apart in their conditions for ending the war and breaking the deadlock
2 mins
South Korea requests exemption from all US tariffs
South Korea has again asked the United States to exempt the country from all tariffs, Seoul's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Friday, after meeting with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of a trade ministers' meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies.
1 min
After Putin is a no-show at talks in Turkey, Trump says he'll meet the Russian leader soon
President Donald Trump said Friday he's moving to set up direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as he can, after Putin opted to skip peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey.
1 min
India's GDP growth in Q4 of 2024-25 expected at 6.8-7 per cent: Report
The Indian economy is expected to grow at 6.8-7 per cent in the fourth quarter of the financial year 2024-25, driven by the agriculture sector, according to a Bank of Baroda report released on Friday.
2 mins
Adani Airport Holdings Ltd axes ties with Turkish firm Celebi and Chinese DragonPass
Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) has terminated its association with Turkish airport ground handling company Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd as well as Chinese company DragonPass, it has been officially announced.
2 mins
PSPCL Flags Off 15 Sky Lift Vehicles to Boost Power Services Ahead of Summer Season
In a significant move to enhance electricity services for the people of Punjab, Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) flagged off 15 Sky Lift vehicles on Friday.
1 min
RBI Imposes Monetary Penalties on Yes Bank, Deutsche Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 29,60,000 on Yes Bank Limited for non-compliance with certain directions issued by the apex court on 'Financial Statements Presentation and Disclosures'.
1 min
Market Ends With Mild Losses Amid Mixed Global Cues
For the overall week, BSE Sensex jumped 3.6 percent and Nifty50 added 4.2 percent
1 min
India's Unemployment Rate Stood at 5.1% in April, Says First Survey on Jobs
The maiden monthly labour force survey released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) on Thursday said India's unemployment rate stood at 5.1 per cent in April.
1 min
UN revises India's economic growth downwards for 2025 to 6.3 per cent
The United Nations has revised India's economic growth downwards for 2025 to 6.3 per cent, and said that despite a projected moderation, the country remains one of the fastest-growing large economies.
1 min
Governor Inaugurates Skill on Wheel Initiative
Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, on Friday emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between educational institutions and skill development centres to create a globally competitive workforce.
1 min
Three Killed, Four Injured in Lightning Strikes
Three people lost their lives and four others sustained injuries after being struck by lightning during a thunderstorm in Pardiguda village of Laxmipur block in Koraput district on Thursday.
1 min
BJP govt deceiving SEBC students with hollow quota claim: BJD
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1 min
Land Verification Work Begins for Proposed AM/NS Steel Project
The Kendrapara district administration on Friday launched Land Verification Work (LVW) for the acquisition of 383 acres of land for the proposed big-ticket steel plant of ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel at Batighar Gram Panchayat under Mahakalapada block.
1 min
Mineral wealth must be used to add value within the state: CM
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday reaffirmed his government's commitment to transforming Odisha into a manufacturing hub by focusing on in-state value addition of mineral resources.
1 min
World Dance Day Celebrated
Vaishali Kala Kendra recently celebrated the 37th edition of its annual Guru Pranam Utsav at the prestigious Triveni Kala Sangam, Mandi House, on the occasion of World Dance Day.
1 min
Mirroring your psyche on stage feels like a summit: Playwright Debasis Sengupta
Absurd theatre has been a form seldom attempted in Bangla theatre and even rarer in its acceptance.
4 mins
Retracing Raibenshe—Bengal's surviving war dance
The stage was cleared. A hush fell, like the stillness preceding a storm. Performers dressed in yellow kurtas, white dhotis and red scarves tied around their waists and heads, wearing 'nupurs' (brass anklets) stood arranged in a specific pattern. The Raibenshe show commenced at the sprawling lawns of the Kathgola Palace in Murshidabad.
3 mins
Johnson cautions overseas players against rejoining IPL over safety issues
Former Australia speedster Mitchell Johnson has cautioned overseas players against travelling to India for the last phase of the Indian Premier League, that resumes on Saturday after a week's break, due to security concerns.
2 mins
Rohit, Virat, Ashwin fade into retirement after Australia debacle as India stare at new WTC cycle
India's prized Test assets, who carried the country's hopes of carrying its winning momentum in the last Border-Gavaskar Trophy, have now faded into retirement as the new World Test Championship cycle is on the cusp of commencement.
3 mins
The mind has told his body that it's time to go: Shastri on Kohli's Test retirement
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up about a conversation he had with Virat Kohli just a week before the star batter's unexpected retirement from Test cricket.
3 mins
Spotlight on Kohli as RCB aim to secure playoffs spot against KKR
After announcing his Test retirement, former Team India skipper cynosure of all eyes at the Chinnaswamy
2 mins
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