The Statesman Delhi - March 04, 2025
The Statesman Delhi - March 04, 2025
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In this issue
March 04, 2025
SC Notice to Centre on Plea Challenging IT Blocking Rules
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine a plea challenging the IT Rules which makes it optional to issue a blocking request notice to the originator of the digital content.
1 min
Battle lines drawn: India set for stern Aussie test
India have so far enjoyed a near-perfect campaign in the tournament, registering convincing victories
2 mins
Population of Asiatic lions in Gir rising steadily: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the steady rise in population of Asiatic lions at Gujarat's Gir wildlife sanctuary and also praised the role of tribal communities in the surrounding areas in preserving their natural habitat.
1 min
Govt determined to restore statehood of J&K: LG Sinha
Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the administration is determined to restore full statehood to the region and it will continue discussions with all stakeholders to make this happen.
1 min
SC allows Allahabadia to resume his show maintaining standards of morality & decency
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed YouTuber and Podcaster Ranveer Allahabadia to resume his podcast \"The Ranveer Show\", maintaining the desired standards of decency and morality and emphasised the need for a mechanism to regulate vulgar content in programmes telecast on YouTube and other online social media platforms.
1 min
AAP Has Neither Vision Nor Constructive Suggestions: MCD LoP Iqbal Singh
While presenting his suggestions regarding the revised budget estimates for the corporation house, Leader of Opposition in civic body Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh on Monday alleged that the ruling AAP lacks vision and does not listen to the constructive suggestions from the Opposition.
1 min
Speaker Vijender Gupta Refers CAG Report to PAC
Following a detailed discussion in the Delhi Assembly on Monday on the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on the public health infrastructure and management of health services during the previous government's tenure, Speaker Vijender Gupta said the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the House shall prioritize the examination of the report and submit its findings within three months.
1 min
CAG report validates AAP's healthcare model as best in country, says Gopal Rai
In the latest addition to the ongoing war of words over the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) audit report on healthcare; AAP leader Gopal Rai claimed on Monday that the report validates that the healthcare infrastructure of Delhi under AAP's tenure in government is best in the country.
1 min
AISA protests against Bengal minister for his indiscretion towards JU students
The All India Students' Association (AISA), along with other organisations, protested against West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu here for allegedly driving through a crowd of agitating students at the Jadavpur University (JU) causing injuries to many of them.
1 min
Atishi calls expulsion of AAP MLAs unconstitutional
Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Delhi Assembly, Atishi, on Monday condemned the barring of suspended AAP MLAs from the Assembly premises, calling it \"entirely illegal, unconstitutional, and a violation of established rules.\"
1 min
BJP Should Take Urgent Steps To Fulfil Its Election Guarantees, Says Yadav
Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav on Monday said the BJP government should take urgent steps to fulfil its election guarantees, including Rs 2,500 per month, promised to women in the recently concluded Assembly polls.
1 min
CAQM revokes stage 1 GRAP restrictions as air quality improves in city
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Monday revoked Stage 1 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) with immediate effect, following an improvement in the Air Quality Index (AQI) across Delhi-NCR.
1 min
Public insights to be foundation of 'Viksit Delhi' budget, says CM
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said the upcoming budget will be prepared after incorporating suggestions from various sections of the society.
1 min
Newspaper hawker dies in hit-and-run accident in Rohini
A 19-year-old newspaper hawker died in a hit-and-run accident on K N Katju Marg in the Rohini area of North West Delhi when his bicycle was hit by an unidentified vehicle, the police said on Monday.
1 min
Upcoming budget to bring pride to Delhi, will be focused on making it developed: Sachdeva
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva on Monday stated that the budget session of the Delhi Assembly will commence on March 24, as announced by the CM Rekha Gupta, and emphasized that the BJP government is committed to the development of the national capital and has repeatedly stressed the need to bring stalled progress over the past 10-11 years back on track with a clear vision.
1 min
Nadda visits health centres in Najafgarh, Palam
Union Health Minister JP Nadda visited the Rural Health Training Center (RHTC) in Najafgarh and Ayushman Arogya Mandir in Palam here on Monday and interacted with patients and medical staff in both health centres.
1 min
6-day capacity building programme for rights bodies of Global South begins
The Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Executive (ITEC) capacity building programme for the National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) from Global South got underway here on Monday.
2 mins
Mahakumbh boosts Prayagraj's economy by 200-300 pc: Experts
The divine and grand spectacle of Mahakumbh 2025 has not only elevated the spiritual prestige of Teerthraj Prayagraj but also given a significant boost to the city's economy.
1 min
Goa to Set Benchmark in New Criminal Laws Implementation
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday emphasised that the primary objective of the three new criminal laws, introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is to ensure swift justice.
1 min
Hi-tech machines used in Mahakumbh to make UP insect-free
Ultra-modern mist blowers and mini fogging machines were successfully used at the Mahakumbh, providing significant relief from mosquitoes and flies to sants and devotees.
2 mins
UP govt takes proactive steps to tackle urban flooding
The Uttar Pradesh government has stepped up efforts to address the issue of urban flooding well in advance.
1 min
UP Police reunite lost devotees from 15 countries and 20 states at Mahakumbh
Amidst the massive influx of devotees at Mahakumbh, the Uttar Pradesh Police, along with PAC, NDRF, SDRF, and Fire Department personnel, demonstrated exceptional honesty and commitment to duty.
1 min
Gauhati HC Grants Bail to USTM Chancellor Amid CBSE Scam Probe
The Gauhati High Court on Monday granted bail to Mahbubul Hoque, Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), in a case linked to alleged irregularities during the CBSE Class 12 Physics examination.
1 min
Centre Allocates ₹150 Crore for Tripura's Tourism Growth
In a major push to boost tourism in Tripura, the Central government has allocated an additional Rs 150 crore for the development of tourism infrastructure in the state, Tripura Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury said.
1 min
With good governance focus, Chhattisgarh Cabinet approves excise duty cut
The Chhattisgarh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, has announced a series of transformative decisions aimed at boosting revenue, enhancing governance, and accelerating industrial growth.
2 mins
CM Himanta Accuses Congress of Corruption Through Wedding Gifts
CM Sarma Specifically Targeted Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi
2 mins
A Mother's Lap Is Greatest Classroom: Sonowal
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized the critical role of women in nation-building, stating that \"a mother's lap is the world's best institution of learning,\" while addressing the Central Foundation Day of the All-Assam Sonowal Kachari Women's Association (AASKWA) in Dibrugarh.
1 min
Thackeray Sena stakes claim to Maha leader of Opposition post
The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena staked its claim to the Leader of Opposition post in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, the budget session of which began on Monday.
1 min
Defence Minister Meets Princess Astrid of Belgium
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with Princess Astrid of Belgium and the defence minister, Theo Francken, here today.
1 min
MP Minister Patel defends 'beggar' remark, says it wasn't linked to BJP
Madhya Pradesh Minister Prahlad Patel on Monday defended his controversial remark that \"people have developed a habit of begging from the government,\" clarifying that it was his personal opinion and not linked to the BJP.
1 min
Raj Speaker refers motion against RLD MLA to privilege panel amid Opposition protest
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani on Monday referred a privilege motion against RLD member Subhash Garg to the privilege committee amid strong protests from the Opposition benches.
1 min
Bombay High Court to hear Sebi, BSE's plea to quash FIR on 4 March
The Bombay High Court (HC) directed the state's anti-corruption bureau (ACB) on Monday not to act on the order of the ACB special court, which had ordered the filing of an FIR against former Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, three current whole-time members of SEBI, as well as two officials of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
1 min
Bihar Budget: Ahead of state polls, Nitish govt lines up sops for women
Taking cue from the impact of women-centric schemes on the result of assembly elections held in various states recently, the Bihar government has announced several sops for women in the last state budget presented before the assembly elections.
1 min
Benign disengagement best for Pakistan
President Donald Trump's foreign policy actions and pronouncements have created geopolitical upheaval at an already unsettled time in the world.
4 mins
'Mr Chief Minister' reference irks CM Vijayan in Kerala Assembly
The floor of the Kerala Assembly on Monday witnessed an angry exchange of words between Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Ramesh Chennithala, veteran Congress legislator, a former home minister and leader of opposition.
1 min
CM Stalin Urges Tamil Nadu People To Have More Children, Citing Delimitation Concerns
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has urged people in the state to have more children, citing concerns over potential parliamentary seat losses due to the impending delimitation process.
1 min
Karnataka Budget Session: BJP calls Governor's address a 'pure lie'
As expected, the Karnataka budget session that began on Monday got off to a predictably stormy start with the opposition dubbing the governor's speech lauding the government's guarantee schemes with no adverse effect on the economy as \"a bunch of lies.\"
2 mins
J&K CM Omar Abdullah rules out alliance with BJP
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister praised former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, highlighting his contributions to India's economic growth and development of Jammu and Kashmir
2 mins
Kannur ADM Naveen Babu's death: Kerala HC Division Bench dismisses plea for CBI probe
A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court on Monday dismissed a writ appeal filed by Manjusha, wife of former Kannur Additional District Magistrate (ADM), Naveen Babu, against a single judge's order dismissing her plea for CBI probe into the death of her husband.
1 min
BRS MLC K Kavitha threatens to send postcards to Sonia Gandhi
BRS MLC K Kavitha on Monday threatened to send lakhs of postcards from women of Telangana to Congress leader Sonia Gandhi if the Congress-led state government failed to provide monthly financial assistance of Rs 2,500 as promised by the party during the assembly polls.
1 min
South Korean Former President Park Calls for Unity Within Ruling Party Ahead of Yoon Impeachment Ruling
Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye called on Monday for the ruling People Power Party (PPP) to stay united and fulfill its responsibilities despite challenges from the Opposition-controlled political landscape.
1 min
Anora Dominates Oscars 2025; Adrien Brody Wins for The Brutalist
There were a lot of smiling faces at the Oscars, but one had to stand out — Sean Baker saw his film \"Anora\" go home with the top film prize, and he took four for himself. Its star, Mikey Madison, was crowned best actress.
2 mins
Myanmar PM to Meet Putin in Moscow Today
Myanmar Prime Minister Min Aung Hlaing left for Moscow with other top ministers and military officials of the country on an official visit to Russia on Monday.
1 min
Egypt, Qatar Accuse Israel of Violating Humanitarian Law for Blocking Aid to Gaza
Israel faced sharp criticism as it stopped the entry of all food and other supplies into Gaza on Sunday and warned of \"additional consequences\" for Hamas if a fragile ceasefire isn't extended.
1 min
Trump, His Allies Lash Out at Zelenskyy
Some Suggested Zelenskyy Should Consider Resigning Even as Ukrainians Rally Around Him
2 mins
India's Manufacturing PMI Marks Slowest Expansion Since Dec '23, Falling to 56.3
India's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in February marked the slowest expansion since December 2023, falling to 56.3, data compiled by S&P Global and released by HSBC said on Monday.
1 min
Integration of technology, especially AI, proving to be a major asset in senior living
With the senior living industry in India expected to reach $17.99 billion by 2029, a number of players are entering into the fray.
9 mins
FDI in India dips by 5.6 per cent to $10.9 billion in Oct-Dec quarter: Govt data
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in India dipped by 5.6 per cent year-on-year to $10.9 billion in the October-December quarter of this fiscal due to global economic uncertainties, government data said on Monday.
1 min
Market slips slightly
At close, Sensex was down 112.16 points or 0.15 percent at 73,085.94, and the Nifty was down 5.40 points or 0.02 percent at 22,119.30
2 mins
iLEAD and The Asiatic Society's historic cooperation
In a significant move towards preserving the historical and cultural heritage of India, The Asiatic Society, a renowned institution dedicated to historical and cultural research, has partnered with the Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Development (iLEAD).
2 mins
PMIS Mela Mounts the PMIS Internship Scheme
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in Kolkata, in order to support the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) scheme, hosted the first PMIS Mela on 25 February in Kolkata.
1 min
Declining trend in PhD enrolment hampering research ecosystem
In recent years, India has witnessed a disturbing trend—a decline in PhD enrolments in national institutions.
4 mins
KKR Announce Rahane as Captain, Iyer to be His Deputy
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) announced Ajinkya Rahane as captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday.
2 mins
Australia Name Cooper Connolly as Replacement for Matthew Short
Australia have announced young all-rounder Cooper Connolly as the replacement of injured Matthew Short ahead of their semi-final clash against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy, according to the ICC.
1 min
Champions Trophy: Team India grapple with sweet selection headache ahead of semifinal vs Australia
Men-in-Blue faced with happy selection conundrum after Varun Chakravarthy's heroics vs New Zealand
3 mins
Varun reveals mental battle with old Dubai memories after tasting CT 2025 success
Team India sounded an ominous warning, fighting their way from a difficult situation to thrash a spirited New Zealand in their final Group A match at the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
2 mins
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