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In this issue

January 13, 2025

EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Donald Trump's inauguration

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent India at the inauguration of Mr Donald Trump as the President of the United States on 20 January.

EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Donald Trump's inauguration

1 min

ISRO SpaDeX docking mission: Spacecraft brought to within 3 metres in trial attempt

Two ISRO satellites came as close as three metres in a trial attempt for space docking and are now moving back, the Indian space agency said on Sunday.

1 min

Border tension: B'desh govt conveys concerns

B'desh foreign secy holds meeting with Indian High Commissioner

Border tension: B'desh govt conveys concerns

2 mins

Indonesian Prez likely to be R-Day chief guest

The newly-elected President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto is likely to be the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India, it is learnt.

Indonesian Prez likely to be R-Day chief guest

1 min

Initiatives Unveiled to Promote Mahakumbh 2025 as Global Tourism Hub

The Centre is set to make Mahakumbh 2025 a landmark event not only as a spiritual gathering but also for global tourism.

Initiatives Unveiled to Promote Mahakumbh 2025 as Global Tourism Hub

2 mins

Yuva Shakti will make India developed nation: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the strength of \"Yuva Shakti\" will make India a developed nation.

Yuva Shakti will make India developed nation: PM

2 mins

Devajit Saikia officially takes over as BCCI secy

Former Assam Ranji player and the current Advocate General of the state, Devajit Lon Saikia, was on Sunday officially appointed the BCCI secretary, replacing Jay Shah, who took over as ICC chairman last month.

2 mins

DM of West Burdwan district says all stone crusher workers will be screened after four workers were detected with silicosis recently

The District Magistrate of West Burdwan, S. Ponnambalam, has directed the health screening of all workers in the district's stone-crushing industries after four labourers were recently detected with silicosis.

1 min

Railway Board Member (Finance) visits Chittaranjan Locomotive Works

Ms. Roopa Srinivasan, Member (Finance) of the Railway Board/New Delhi & ex-officio Secretary to Government of India, visited Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) today.

Railway Board Member (Finance) visits Chittaranjan Locomotive Works

1 min

Midnapore: Left & BJP protest over substandard saline issue

Allegations of corruption and negligence have fueled public anger in Midnapore

Midnapore: Left & BJP protest over substandard saline issue

2 mins

Palamau tiger enters Bengal

The fugitive Palamau tiger has finally sneaked into the Bengal forests, crossing the Subarnarekha River in the early hours of today, in a similar manner to tigress Zeenat—an escapee from Similipal Tiger Reserve, Odisha—who intruded on 20 December last.

Palamau tiger enters Bengal

2 mins

India's Sixth and Eastern India's First Astronomical Observatory Inaugurated at Garpanchkot Hills in Purulia

The first astronomical observatory in Eastern India has been inaugurated in Garpanchkot Hills in Purulia district by the Satyendra Nath Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences.

India's Sixth and Eastern India's First Astronomical Observatory Inaugurated at Garpanchkot Hills in Purulia

2 mins

Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Mission Math celebrates Swami Vivekananda birth anniversary

Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Mission Math today celebrated the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda as National Youth Day.

Kamarpukur Ramakrishna Mission Math celebrates Swami Vivekananda birth anniversary

1 min

Tension escalates at India-Bangladesh border over fencing near Teen Bigha Corridor

Even as top BSF and BGB officials jointly witnessed the Retreat Ceremony at the Zero Point of the Land and Customs Station (LCS) in Fulbari near Siliguri, tensions are brewing near the Teen Bigha Corridor in Cooch Behar today.

Tension escalates at India-Bangladesh border over fencing near Teen Bigha Corridor

1 min

Gangasagar Mela 2025 to be a grand pilgrimage with unmatched security

The district administration expects around 50 lakh devotees to attend this year's Gangasagar Mela

Gangasagar Mela 2025 to be a grand pilgrimage with unmatched security

2 mins

NDRF Deploys Five Specialized Teams for Gangasagar Mela

In a significant move to ensure the safety and well-being of lakhs of pilgrims attending the iconic Gangasagar Mela, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed five specialized search and rescue teams.

1 min

BJP, NDA Opt Out of TN Bypoll, Blame DMK

Close on the heels of the principal opposition AIADMK and its ally, DMDK, announcing boycott of the 5 February bypoll to the Erode East assembly constituency, the BJP-led NDA too followed suit, staying away from the electoral contest on the pretext that the ruling DMK will not allow a fair and free poll.

1 min

Telangana MLAs Almost Come to Blows in Review Meeting

Two Telangana MLAs almost came to blows at a ministerial review meeting held on Sunday at Karimnagar in the presence of senior Congress ministers.

1 min

TN Governor responds to Stalin's 'Childish' jibe, says CM's 'arrogance' not good

Stalin alleged that Ravi's actions stemmed from his inability to 'digest' Tamil Nadu's progress

TN Governor responds to Stalin's 'Childish' jibe, says CM's 'arrogance' not good

1 min

Six more arrested for sexual abuse of Dalit girl in Kerala's Pathanamthitta; NCW directs swift action

Kerala police on Sunday arrested six more persons in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of an 18-year-old Dalit girl by more than 60 people over the past five years in Pathanamthitta.

1 min

India Bloc Unbroken, Stands Strong: Akhilesh Yadav

Defending the INDIA bloc amid rift among the alliance partners, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav, said on Sunday that it is \"unbroken and stands strong\".

India Bloc Unbroken, Stands Strong: Akhilesh Yadav

1 min

Race Against 'China Tech'

China stands as one of South Korea's most significant trading partners while also emerging as a formidable rival in domains where Korean firms have traditionally excelled in technological prowess and market competitiveness.

2 mins

German Divide~I

The rise of the far-right political outfit, AfD, with a plank of anti-immigration was considered to be a fringe element reflecting continued economic disparity but was not in a position to threaten the national consensus. However, capturing power in two important provinces defies economic logic when, with growing prosperity, many are moving from western to the eastern parts. The difference in unemployment between the two regions is insignificant as faster economic growth has attracted massive investments from reputed brands like Tesla and Intel. The level of immigration in eastern Germany is lowest

German Divide~I

4 mins

Trump's Impact

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term in office, the global economy braces for a wave of uncertainty.

2 mins

Fanaticism in the name of science

My first industrial job after graduating with a PhD in theoretical physics was that of an R&D engineer at RCA, which at the time was a major conglomerate in the US. They manufactured TV sets among many other products which used cathode ray tubes (CRTs) as display devices.

Fanaticism in the name of science

5 mins

Maha Voters Buried Politics of Betrayal Played by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday claimed that Maharashtra's grand victory of BJP-led MahaYuti has brought the country's politics back on track as it buried the politics of betrayal played by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray.

Maha Voters Buried Politics of Betrayal Played by Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray: Amit Shah

2 mins

SC Ruling: A Landmark Decision Protecting Rights of Genuine Railway Passengers: RPF

The recent judgment by the Supreme Court is a landmark decision in protecting the rights of genuine railway passengers, according to Director General of the Railway Protection Force Manoj Yadava.

SC Ruling: A Landmark Decision Protecting Rights of Genuine Railway Passengers: RPF

1 min

Jaishankar to Visit Spain on 13-14 January, His First as Foreign Minister

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, is set to embark on a diplomatic visit to Spain on 13-14 January.

Jaishankar to Visit Spain on 13-14 January, His First as Foreign Minister

1 min

J&K: Unprecedented security ahead of PM Modi's visit to inaugurate Sonamarg Tunnel

Extraordinary security arrangements were in place on Sunday throughout the Kashmir Valley as areas around Sonamarg and Gagangir in Ganderbal district were literally security-sealed to keep miscreants and anti-national elements at bay ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival on Monday.

J&K: Unprecedented security ahead of PM Modi's visit to inaugurate Sonamarg Tunnel

2 mins

Chhattisgarh: Five Maoists killed in encounter with security forces in Bijapur

Five Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces on Sunday in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, police said.

Chhattisgarh: Five Maoists killed in encounter with security forces in Bijapur

1 min

SC to Hear on 15 Jan Cong Plea Challenging Amendments to Conduct of Election Rules

The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Wednesday a plea filed by senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh challenging the amendment to the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, which restricts public access to election materials, such as CCTV footage unless explicitly listed by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

1 min

Bihar bandh in support of job aspirants evokes mixed response

The day-long state-wide strike on Sunday over alleged irregularities in the 70th Combined Competitive Exams (preliminary) conducted by the BPSC on 13 December 2024, evoked mixed response.

Bihar bandh in support of job aspirants evokes mixed response

1 min

Indian-origin MP bows out of Canada PM race, won't seek re-election

Anita Anand has bowed out of Canada's prime ministerial race and announced that she won't seek re-election to parliament either.

Indian-origin MP bows out of Canada PM race, won't seek re-election

2 mins

North Korean troops in Ukraine gain battlefield experience, cementing alliance with Russia

For weeks, Ukrainian troops braced for an unfamiliar enemy: North Korean soldiers sent to bolster Moscow's forces after Ukraine launched a lightning-fast incursion and seized territory in Russia's Kursk region over the summer.

North Korean troops in Ukraine gain battlefield experience, cementing alliance with Russia

1 min

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) unveils new underground missile base: Report

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new underground missile base, local media reported.

1 min

Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises Amid Fierce Winds

Five of the deaths were attributed to the Palisades Fire and 11 resulted from the Eaton Fire

Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises Amid Fierce Winds

2 mins

Croatia's President Milanović overwhelming favourite to win reelection in a runoff vote

Croatia's incumbent President Zoran Milanović was the overwhelming favourite to win reelection as he faced a candidate from the ruling conservative party in a runoff presidential vote on Sunday.

1 min

Israeli delegation to travel to Qatar for hostage deal with Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a senior delegation to depart to the Qatari capital, Doha, to continue advancing a deal with Hamas to release the Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip.

Israeli delegation to travel to Qatar for hostage deal with Hamas

1 min

Renewable Energy Capacity Addition in India Increases by 113 pc in 2024: Centre

India added about 30 GW (Gigawatt) of new renewable energy capacity last year, 113 per cent higher compared to 13.75 GW added in 2023, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

1 min

Foreign investors withdrew over ₹22,000 crore from Indian equities

In January so far, foreign investors have withdrawn Rs 22,194 crore from Indian equities.

Foreign investors withdrew over ₹22,000 crore from Indian equities

1 min

Mega Entrepreneurship Development Conclave in Pune on Monday

The Centre is organising an Entrepreneurship Development Conclave, themed \"Empowering Entrepreneurs: Transforming Livestock Economies\" on Monday in Pune.

1 min

Maha Kumbh Likely to Generate Over Rs 4 Lakh Crore in Trade, Boost India's Economy

As Maha Kumbh sets to begin in Prayagraj at the holy confluence of the revered Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers from Monday, the largest religious congregation on Earth is anticipated to generate more than Rs 4 lakh crore in trade in a significant boost to India's economy.

Maha Kumbh Likely to Generate Over Rs 4 Lakh Crore in Trade, Boost India's Economy

1 min

India Stock Outlook: Inflation Data, Q3 Earnings on Investors' Radar

Last Friday, Nifty fell 573 points or 2.39 percent to close at 23,431, and Sensex fell 1,844 points or 2.33 percent to close at 77,378

India Stock Outlook: Inflation Data, Q3 Earnings on Investors' Radar

1 min

Market cap of top 50 APAC firms hits record $8.1 trillion in 2024, India third

Led by technology companies, the total market capitalisation of top 50 firms in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region surged to $8.1 trillion in 2024, reflecting a 20.6 per cent year-on-year increase, according to a new report.

1 min

Market valuation of 5 of top 10 most-valued firms tumble over ₹1.85 trillion

The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most-valued firms tumbled Rs 1,85,952.31 crore last week.

Market valuation of 5 of top 10 most-valued firms tumble over ₹1.85 trillion

1 min

Finance Ministry to Meet Heads of Banks on Wednesday

The Finance Ministry is set to review the progress of various financial inclusion schemes as it has called a meeting of the heads of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) on Wednesday.

Finance Ministry to Meet Heads of Banks on Wednesday

1 min

CII Puts Forward 10-Point Suggestion for Union Budget 2025

Ahead of the Union Budget, the industry body Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has put forward a 10-point specific suggestion before the central government to increase Ease of Doing Business.

CII Puts Forward 10-Point Suggestion for Union Budget 2025

1 min

Has the Meitei community been let down by those who speak for them?

The Meitei tribal community likely admires individuals who consistently represent them in various media spaces.

Has the Meitei community been let down by those who speak for them?

5 mins

When Paradise Comes Closer

During our village school days, while we used to graze our cattle on the vast rice field, we often witnessed a glowing series of hills on the northern horizon illuminated by the evening sunlight; it was the Land of the Thunder Dragon, officially known as the Bhutan Kingdom at the eastern Himalayan foothills.

When Paradise Comes Closer

7 mins

I-League: Delhi FC snatch point against Rajasthan United

A 10-man resilient Delhi FC staged a brilliant comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against Rajasthan United FC in the I-League 2024-25 match at the Coach Ali Hassan Stadium in Mahilpur, Punjab on Sunday.

1 min

Aus Open: Sumit Nagal suffers early exit after losing to Tomas Machac

India's Sumit Nagal bowed out of the Australian Open after losing to Czechia's Tomas Machac in the first round of the men's singles event at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

Aus Open: Sumit Nagal suffers early exit after losing to Tomas Machac

1 min

2nd ODI: Jemimah's maiden ton seals series for India

Jemimah Rodrigues' maiden century, alongside half-centuries from Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal and Harleen Deol powered India to 370/5, their highest-ever total in the format

2nd ODI: Jemimah's maiden ton seals series for India

2 mins

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