The Statesman Delhi - March 17, 2025
The Statesman Delhi - March 17, 2025
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March 17, 2025
Modi, New Zealand PM to jointly open Raisina Dialogue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon will jointly inaugurate the tenth edition of Raisina Dialogue, India's premier conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics, to be held here from 17-19 March.
1 min
Chinese Shipyard Completes Second Submarine for Ally Pak
A Chinese shipyard has completed a second submarine for the Pakistan navy, further strengthening military ties between the two countries.
1 min
India to host ASEAN defence ministers' meet on counter-terrorism on 19 March
The 14th meeting of ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts Working Group (EWG) on Counter-Terrorism will be held in New Delhi on March 19-20.
1 min
Ministry of Home Affairs seeks umbrella probe in cases of illegal Bangladeshi nationals
The Ministry of Home Affairs has sought an umbrella probe in the cases of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants staying in the country.
1 min
Rajouri attack mastermind LeT terrorist Abu Qatal, armed guard shot dead in Pakistan
Lashkar-e-Taiyyaba (LeT) terrorist Abu Qatal, chargesheeted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with the January 2023 Rajouri attacks, has been shot dead in Pakistan after an assailant opened fire on his vehicle on the Mangla-Jhelum Road, local media reported on Sunday.
1 min
Juvenile Among Two Held for Murder and Attempt to Murder
The Delhi Police have arrested two accused, including a juvenile, for a murder and an attempted murder and recovered a knife, the weapon of offence, from their possession, an official said on Sunday.
1 min
Metro to introduce urban freight services on its network
The Delhi Metro will introduce urban freight (cargo) services on its network, a DMRC spokesperson said on Sunday.
1 min
Delhi Assembly to Organise Orientation Programme for Newly Elected MLAs; Will Help Enhance Skills: Gupta
The Delhi Legislative Assembly is set to organise a two-day Orientation Programme for its newly elected members starting Tuesday, March 18, aimed to equip legislators with the knowledge of parliamentary procedures, code of conduct and best government practices.
1 min
Bangladeshi staying illegally in RK Puram traced, deportation process initiated
The RK Puram Police in South West Delhi have traced a Bangladeshi national residing illegally in the national capital.
1 min
CM Holds Meeting With Cabinet Ministers, Party MLAs To Discuss Budget
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday held a crucial meeting with her cabinet colleagues and party legislators to discuss the upcoming budget extensively.
1 min
Exposed in Delhi, Kejriwal now claiming to be honest in Punjab, says BJP president
Taking a dig at AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva said on Sunday that it is gradually becoming clear that after being rejected in the national capital, Kejriwal is now afraid of being sidelined from Punjab politics where he was trying to re-establish himself.
1 min
BJP Will Undergo Organisational Restructuring Next Week: Sachdeva
Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva announced on Sunday that the process of organisational restructuring — \"Sangathan Parv\" — of the state unit of the party would commence next week.
1 min
Rekha Gupta, LG and PWD Minister inspect major drains
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena and PWD minister Parvesh Verma, on Sunday, inspected major drains of the city and directed concerned officials to ensure timely completion of the de-silting work so that people do not have face water-logging problems during the monsoon.
3 mins
Chhattisgarh CM Sai advocates scientific temper with innovative school programmes
In a unique convergence of tradition and modernity, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai marked Holi by highlighting the state's advancements in science education during a meeting with Jashpur-based educator Vivek Pathak at his Bagiya residence.
1 min
7 Key Aides of Amritpal Singh to Be Brought from Dibrugarh Jail to Punjab
The Punjab Police is all set to bring back seven key aides of Amritpal Singh of 'Waris Punjab De' (WPD) from the Dibrugarh Jail in Assam to the state and formally arrest them in an attack case to face the law and consequences of their actions, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Sunday.
1 min
Remembering India's 1st CDS: Nation pays tribute to General Bipin Rawat on his birth anniversary
The nation and Armed Forces paid heartfelt tributes to General Bipin Rawat, India's first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), on his 67th birth anniversary and remembered his unwavering service in strengthening the country's defence capabilities.
2 mins
Ban sought on entry of non-Hindus into Kedarnath shrine area over meat and liquor consumption
DEHRADUN, 16 MARCH
2 mins
Mewar royal Arvind Singh passes away in Udaipur
The scion of the erstwhile Mewar royal family, Arvind Singh Mewar, passed away at the City Palace here early Sunday morning.
1 min
HPCC chief to embark on tour across state to boost morale of party workers
Himachal Pradesh Congress President and former MP Pratibha Singh will soon embark on a tour of the state to boost the morale of party workers and counter any misinformation spread by the opposition.
1 min
Media's role and relevance cannot be diminished even in changing times: Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has emphasised that the media has long been recognised as the fourth pillar of democracy, playing a crucial role as its vigilant watchdog.
1 min
Uttar Pradesh government to begin wheat procurement for Rabi season from today
The wheat procurement by the Uttar Pradesh government for the Rabi marketing season 2025-26 will begin from tomorrow and continue until June 15 across 6,500 procurement centres.
1 min
Yogi Govt's Crackdown: 222 Notorious Criminals Killed; 8,118 Injured in Police Encounters
Once infamous for crime, riots, and lawlessness, Uttar Pradesh has undergone a remarkable transformation.
2 mins
UP BJP Announces Presidents for 72 District Units
The Uttar Pradesh BJP on Sunday announced the district and city presidents for 72 district units, while postponing the appointments in 28 districts.
1 min
No Mercy for Drug Cartels: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has asserted that there will be no mercy for drug cartels.
1 min
Whitewashing of outer walls of Sambhal Jama Masjid begins
On the orders of the Allahabad High Court, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in the presence of a mosque team commenced the whitewashing and painting of the outer walls of Jama Masjid here from Sunday morning.
1 min
Centre to fully implement BTR peace accord in 2 years: Shah
Shah highlighted the progress and development the region has made since the signing of the peace accord
2 mins
Implement NEP fully to set a model for others: CM Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has urged educational institutions to set a benchmark at the state and national levels by fully implementing the National Education Policy (NEP).
1 min
Himanta and Jairam Ramesh spat over Cong leader's arrest in Assam
A social media war broke out between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh after the arrest of his party colleague in Assam over a social media post.
1 min
India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Military Drill in Full Swing at Tokmok, Says Army
The Indian Army and Kyrgyzstan military are exchanging best practices in urban warfare scenarios, counter-terrorism tactics and precision sniping as part of an ongoing joint exercise, the Army said on Sunday.
1 min
Shocking Attacks on Cops Raise Questions Over Bihar Govt's Good Governance Claim
After Araria, Munger, and Madhubani, anti-social elements have now fearlessly attacked police officers in Bhagalpur district of Bihar.
1 min
Tej Pratap's bodyguard replaced after video sparks political furore in Bihar
RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav's instruction to a police constable in uniform, who was deputed as his bodyguard, to dance and warning that he would be suspended if he refused, sparked political furore in Bihar on Saturday.
1 min
ASI Killed in Tribal Attack in MP
The incident took place after Kol tribals abducted and killed a man over suspicion of a staged accident
2 mins
Hope's 'Sweet Dreams' an update to 'Daydream'
J-Hope of BTS released the new single \"Sweet Dreams,\" featuring Miguel, on Friday.
3 mins
New World Order
Analysts argue that the Trump administration's \"America First\" moves, and the dismantling of USAID, and the exits from WHO, IMO and Paris agreement have raised concerns that the US is ceding global influence to its rivals. History reveals that the US is not a reliable ally as it abandons its partners whenever it wishes. Recent developments in Ukraine are a case in point. Earlier it had ditched Canada and Mexico. The US also betrayed Afghanistan and Pakistan, who were its allies a decade ago. India must recall the political history of the US before considering it as a trusted ally
6 mins
How the Unscrupulous Win
Let us say you went on a holiday to a beach and stayed in a hotel suggested by a friend.
3 mins
The forgotten chemist
Many believe that \"Make in India\" is a new concept. But in reality, its roots go back to the Swadeshi Movement during the colonial era.
5 mins
Cryo Upper Stage for LVM3 flagged off to Sriharikota for US Blue Bird mission
The Cryogenic Upper Stage engine of ISRO's LVM3 launch vehicle was flagged off to SHAR Range, Sriharikota, on Saturday for the upcoming launch of US satellite Blue Bird-2 that would enable individuals to make calls using smartphones from space.
1 min
TN to experience temperature surge, IMD issues heat advisory
After a brief spell of rainfall, Tamil Nadu is set to experience a surge in temperatures, with the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) forecasting an increase of 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal until March 19.
1 min
58-Foot Statue of Potti Sriramulu to Be Installed in Amaravati
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday announced that a 58-foot statue of Potti Sriramulu will be installed in the state capital Amaravati, in honour of his 58-day-long hunger strike for the creation of Andhra State.
1 min
Well-directed, specific criticism plays crucial role in effective policymaking: PM
Expressing concern over the decline of constructive criticism in public discourse, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that meaningful debate is being replaced by baseless allegations made without research or facts.
2 mins
Osmania varsity bans protests, relents after massive uproar
KTR, BJP leaders slam Telangana's Congress government over the university's directive
2 mins
Tornadoes, wildfires, and dust storms kill at least 32 across USA
Violent tornadoes and high winds decimated homes, wiped out schools and toppled semitractor-trailers as a monster storm that killed at least 32 people ripped its way across the central and southern USA.
1 min
Trump Invokes 18th Century Law to Speed Deportations, Judge Stalls It Hours Later
A federal judge barred the Trump administration Saturday from carrying out deportations under a sweeping 18th-century law that the president invoked hours earlier to speed removal of Venezuelan gang members from the United States.
1 min
NASA's Stuck Astronauts Welcome Their Newly Arrived Replacements to the Space Station
Just over a day after blasting off, a SpaceX crew capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Sunday, delivering the replacements for NASA's two stuck astronauts.
1 min
Suicide Car Bombing Kills 5 Security Personnel in Southwestern Pakistan
QUETTA, 16 MARCH
1 min
51 Dead, More Than 100 Injured in North Macedonia Nightclub Fire
This is the worst tragedy to befall the nation of less than 2 million people in recent memory
2 mins
Donald Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, issues new warning
US President Donald Trump said he ordered a series of airstrikes on the Houthi-held areas in Yemen on Saturday, promising to use \"overwhelming lethal force\" until the Iran-backed rebels cease their attacks on shipping along a vital maritime corridor. The Houthis said at least 31 people were killed.
1 min
Puri priest puts up 300-room luxury resort at Puri entailing ₹200 crore
Call it adding a dash of spirituality to luxury or something else! Meridian Mist Hotel & Resort, owned by Daitapati Shri Bhabani Das Maharaj, one of the top priests of Jagannath Temple, Puri, along with his family (although it is getting diluted through project membership programme) has now come up with a new luxury resort in Puri christened as Jagannatham.
1 min
Central Banks, Gold ETFs to Fuel Strong Demand for Yellow Metal in 2025: Report
Central banks and Gold Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) investors will continue to be the key drivers of gold demand in 2025, as per a report.
1 min
India's Forex Reserves See Sharpest Rise in 2 Years
After the $10 billion forex swap undertaken by the central bank on 28 February, when it bought dollars against rupee to inject liquidity in the system, the country's foreign exchange reserves saw a huge $15.267 billion spike during the week ended 7 March.
1 min
Mcap of 5 of top 10 most-valued firms declines by ₹93,357.52 cr last week
The combined market capitalisation of five of the top 10 most valued firms declined by Rs 93,357.52 crore last week, data with the depositories said.
1 min
Foreign Investors Withdraw ₹30,015 Crore in March
Foreign investors withdrew a little over Rs 30,000 crore in the first fortnight of the month amid escalation in global trade tensions.
1 min
AI's role in modern markets could lead to collusion, says CCI chief
Competition Commission of India (CCI) Chairperson Ravneet Kaur said that the Artificial intelligence (AI) is a driving force in modern markets that also has the potential to enable collusion, including algorithmic discrimination under the garb of dynamic pricing.
1 min
WPI, Fed rate and FIIs: Key market triggers next week
Between 10-13 March, Nifty fell 147.50 points, or 0.65 percent, to 22,397.20 and Sensex fell 511.18 points, or 0.69 percent, to 73,828.91
1 min
PM Modi Applauds Reserve Bank of India for Winning Digital Transformation Award 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday applauded the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for winning the Digital Transformation Award 2025.
1 min
Tourist entry fee of Rs 50 per person imposed in Sikkim
In an unprecedented move, the Sikkim government has imposed an entry fee of Rs 50 per person under the Sikkim Registration of Tourist Trade Rules 2025, official sources said on Saturday.
1 min
Mandaviya leads 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' event
The Fit India Sundays on Cycle event witnessed massive participation across the country, with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya leading the charge at the iconic Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
1 min
Avani shoots 65 to finish Tied-13th in Australia
Avani Prashanth shot a superb 5-under 65 in the final round of the Australian Women's Classic and registered a solid Top-15 finish in her maiden season on the Ladies European Tour.
1 min
F1: McLaren's Norris beats Verstappen to win Australian GP
McLaren's Lando Norris held off defending champion Max Verstappen to win during the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, which featured mixed weather conditions, multiple crashes, safety cars, and a late-race downpour that caused huge drama.
2 mins
NEP Integrates Sports into Formal Curriculum: MoS Jayant Chaudhary
Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and MoS for Education Jayant Chaudhary on Saturday highlighted that the National Education Policy 2020 is integrating sports into the formal curriculum, enabling the country to build a strong sports ecosystem.
1 min
Indian Wells: Jack Draper stuns Alcaraz to reach maiden Masters 1000 final
Jack Draper snapped two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz's 16-match win streak at the Indian Wells Open to power into his maiden ATP Masters 1000 final.
1 min
I-League: Aizawl FC Register 2-0 Win Over Relegation Rivals Delhi FC
Aizawl FC beat relegation rivals Delhi FC 2-0 in their I-League encounter at the Mahilpur Football Stadium on Sunday.
1 min
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