The Statesman Kolkata - January 28, 2025

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January 28, 2025

CM to unveil book fair today

Chief minister Mamata Banerjee will inaugurate the 48th Kolkata International Book Fair (KIBF) at Boi Mela prangan in Salt Lake tomorrow afternoon.

1 min

India, China to resume Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

In a major step towards normalization of bilateral ties, India and China on Monday decided to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in the summer of 2025 and agreed to hold an early meeting of the Expert Level Mechanism to discuss resumption of provision of hydrological data and other cooperation pertaining to trans-border rivers.

1 min

India, US Will Work Together for Global Peace

PM Modi Spoke With US President Donald Trump Over Phone and Congratulated Him

2 mins

JPC Clears Waqf (Amendment) Bill

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, on Monday, approved 14 amendments proposed by the ruling BJP-led NDA members and all suggested changes moved by the Opposition members were negated by the panel.

1 min

Fresh scare of tiger presence in Purulia forests

Once bitten twice shy! The forest department has taken a wait and watch approach after the stray tiger from Jharkhand has once again sneaked into the state and has returned to Bandwan forests in Purulia.

1 min

Hooghly Press Club Celebrates Its Establishment Day

The Hooghly Press Club, which was virtually inaugurated by the state chief minister Mamata Banerjee on 13 September, 2013, is celebrating its establishment day, upholding and spreading the message of greenery.

1 min

Financial help for 1-yr-old

One-year-old Asmika Das from Ranaghat, Nadia, is suffering from a fatal disease called Spinal Muscular atrophy.

1 min

Trinamul-affiliated doctors' body floated to counter canards

The minister announced the registration of the new body, PGA, with government healthcare staff, including teaching doctors, medical officers, and chief medical officers being part of it

1 min

5 Kidnappers Nabbed From Durgapur, Cash Recovered

Budbud police station has arrested five abductors and seized over Rs one lakh from their possession, a four-wheeler, a two-wheeler, arms and ammunition.

1 min

Nagendranath Roy gets Padma Shri nomination

Nagendranath Roy, a retired teacher of Patharghata Bhubanjote Primary School, has been nominated for the prestigious Padma Shri Award 2025 in recognition of his contribution to the Rajbanshi language.

1 min

Clashes During SFI's Protest March to Bikash Bhavan

A protest march organised by the Students' Federation of India (SFI) turned chaotic on Monday as police clashed with demonstrators near Bikash Bhavan in Salt Lake.

1 min

Arambagh SDO hands over job offers at Duare Sarkar camps

Duare Sarkar camps aim to reach government services at doorstep

1 min

Man dies after jumping from departure flyover at city airport

A man died after he allegedly jumped from a flyover leading to the departure area of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport Kolkata, on Sunday, officials said.

1 min

Victim's Parents Want Punishment for All

The parents of the woman doctor of R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, made it clear on Monday that they are seeking punishment not just for sole convict Sanjay Roy but also for all those who were involved in the crime.

1 min

RG Kar Verdict: Hearing on Admissibility of CBI, Govt Pleas Concludes

The hearing on the admissibility of two petitions by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the West Bengal government seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy, the sole convict in the RG Kar rape and murder case, concluded at a division Bench of the Calcutta High Court on Monday afternoon.

1 min

More than 4.85L people avail benefits at Sebaashray Camps

Today was the 6th day of the Sebaashray camp at Bishnupur.

1 min

State budget on 12 Feb, land for BSF outpost in Nadia: Cabinet meet

The chief minister has instructed ministers and leaders to remain alert and vigilant during the upcoming Saraswati Puja festival to look out for any troublesome incidents and report to police

1 min

SER GM Takes Pledge for 100 Days TB Elimination Campaign

As a part of the 100 days TB elimination campaign, a bold step taken by India on 7 December, 2024 to intensify elimination of tuberculosis (TB), Anil Kumar Mishra, general manager, South Eastern Railway along with Dr Anjana Malhotra, principal chief medical director has taken the pledge towards winning against tuberculosis, at the SER headquarters on Monday along with all other PHODs, departmental officers & staff.

1 min

Ambedkar's statue vandalized in Amritsar, one held

In a shocking incident on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, a man vandalized a life-size statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar in Amritsar, creating outrage among local residents and political leaders alike.

1 min

Utkarsh Odisha conclave promises transformative success

The much-anticipated Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Tuesday, is poised to redefine Odisha's industrial landscape.With a sharper focus and an outcome-oriented approach, this two-day event promises to elevate the state's profile as a key destination for global investments.

1 min

India, China should meet each other halfway: Wang Yi

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday told Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri that India and China should seize the opportunity to meet each other halfway, explore more substantive measures, and commit themselves to mutual understanding, mutual support and mutual achievement, rather than mutual suspicion, alienation and mutual depletion.

1 min

How can anyone oppose UCC that brings about gender equality?

A very auspicious sign, Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand has made the UCC a reality: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar

2 mins

MP CM to embark on 4-day visit to Japan today

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will embark on a four-day (27 January to 1 February) foreign visit to Japan on Monday.

1 min

U'khand Implements UCC; CM Dhami First to Register Marriage Under New Law

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday became the first person in the state to register his marriage in the UCC app as he formally announced implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the state.

1 min

Saif Ali Khan attack: Fadnavis lauds police probe; forensics experts not impressed

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who also heads the state's home ministry, on Monday said the investigation into the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan is \"advancing well\", and the Maharashtra police is conducting a thorough probe.

1 min

Society must change: SC declines plea seeking reform in dowry and domestic violence laws

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to entertain a public interest plea (PIL) which sought the appointment of an expert committee to review and reform the existing laws prohibiting dowry and curbing and punishing domestic violence to stop their misuse.

1 min

SC dismisses plea on Adani-Hindenburg controversy

The Supreme Court has upheld an order passed by the apex court registry in August 2024 refusing to admit a lawyer's application seeking direction to SEBI to submit its conclusive probe report into the Adani-Hindenburg controversy.

2 mins

Indonesia's Navy chief visits India to deepen maritime coop, defence ties

Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, who is currently in India as part of the high-level delegation accompanying President Prabowo Subianto, met Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, to further strengthen maritime cooperation and enhance the relationship between the two nations, both of which share close maritime ties.

1 min

CM will ask Munde to resign if evidence links him to murder case, Maha Minister

Maharashtra's Minister for Higher and Technical Education, Chandrakant Patil of the BJP, said in Sangli on Monday that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will ask Food & civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde (photo) of the Ajit Pawar led NCP to step down if any evidence against Munde is found linking him to the murder of Massajog village sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh of the BJP.

1 min

Cong will break the wall of 50 per cent reservation: Rahul Gandhi

It is only because of our Constitution that the Dalits, OBCs, SCs/STs, poor & backwards can fight for their rights

2 mins

28 Jharkhand BJP Leaders Get Relief From Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the Jharkhand government's appeal challenging the High Court's order quashing rioting cases against 28 BJP leaders, including Lok Sabha member Nishikant Dubey, former chief ministers Arjun Munda and Babulal Marandi, in connection with a protest against the state government in 2023.

1 min

Costly 'abuse of discretion'

When Vice President Sara Duterte refused to account for her office's P125 million confidential funds that she had used up in 11 days, people rightfully expressed outrage at this sheer display of arrogance and entitlement over taxpayer money.

2 mins

Myths about Cancer

Cancer is a multifactorial disease influenced by genetics, lifestyle choices, and environmental exposures, rather than simply pesticide consumption. The narrative blaming pesticides for cancer in agricultural regions overlooks critical factors like tobacco use, dietary deficiencies, outdoor air pollution and delayed medical interventions, which are proven major contributors to the disease

5 mins

Bad Loans

India's banking sector is bracing for a significant challenge, with a leading global credit rating agency predicting a 25 per cent increase in non-performing assets (NPAs) over the next two fiscal years.

2 mins

Growth Challenges

India's economic growth has long been a cornerstone of optimism, buoyed by strong domestic demand, a dynamic workforce, and a robust services sector.

2 mins

Crazy, stupid love, especially online

Love makes you stupid. When you fall in love (or think you have), three chemicals team up to make you lose your mind, overriding rational thought and logic and making you do things you would not ordinarily do.

3 mins

The Trump era begins

On his first day in office, Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders, 26 in total, covering a vast variety of subjects.

4 mins

The Trump era begins

On his first day in office, Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders, 26 in total, covering a vast variety of subjects.

4 mins

Congress routed in Uttarakhand municipal polls held through ballot papers

The Congress in Uttarakhand once again failed to find its lost ground as it was routed by the BJP in 100 urban local body elections, including 11 municipal corporations, held on 23 January.

1 min

Congress routed in Uttarakhand municipal polls held through ballot papers

The Congress in Uttarakhand once again failed to find its lost ground as it was routed by the BJP in 100 urban local body elections, including 11 municipal corporations, held on 23 January.

1 min

Taking a dip at Sangam won't remove India's poverty: Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge hit out at home minister Amit Shah

1 min

Tension Prevails Along India-Bangladesh Border After Clash Between Farmers

Tension prevailed along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura's Unakoti district on Monday after a clash between the farmers of two villages on the border of the countries, officials said.

1 min

Congress routed in Uttarakhand municipal polls held through ballot papers

The Congress in Uttarakhand once again failed to find its lost ground as it was routed by the BJP in 100 urban local body elections, including 11 municipal corporations, held on 23 January.

1 min

Taking a dip at Sangam won't remove India's poverty: Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge hit out at home minister Amit Shah

1 min

Tension Prevails Along India-Bangladesh Border After Clash Between Farmers

Tension prevailed along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura's Unakoti district on Monday after a clash between the farmers of two villages on the border of the countries, officials said.

1 min

White House Says Colombia Agrees to Take Deportated Migrants After Trump Tariff Showdown

The White House claimed victory in a showdown with Colombia over accepting flights of deported migrants from the U.S. on Sunday, hours after President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on imports and other sanctions on the long-time U.S. partner.

4 mins

Israeli Flights Diverted to Larnaca Airport for Security Reasons

Israeli flights scheduled to land at Paphos airport in western Cyprus have been redirected to Larnaca airport on the island's southern coast, following a directive from Israeli authorities, according to a Cypriot official on Monday.

1 min

White House Says Colombia Agrees to Take Deportated Migrants After Trump Tariff Showdown

The White House claimed victory in a showdown with Colombia over accepting flights of deported migrants from the U.S. on Sunday, hours after President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on imports and other sanctions on the long-time U.S. partner.

4 mins

Israeli Flights Diverted to Larnaca Airport for Security Reasons

Israeli flights scheduled to land at Paphos airport in western Cyprus have been redirected to Larnaca airport on the island's southern coast, following a directive from Israeli authorities, according to a Cypriot official on Monday.

1 min

Sridhar Vembu Steps Down as Zoho CEO

Sridhar Vembu, Founder and CEO of software major Zoho Corporation, on Monday stepped down as the company's chief scientist.

1 min

Govt policy towards battery swapping infrastructure to give biggest push to EV segment

It develops and manufactures high utility and efficient Electric Vehicles for Indian commuters, which provide better comfort and safety at minimal cost, with the aims of becoming an industry leader by selling more than 3,00,000 vehicles every year in electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers segment by 2027.

4 mins

Centre Invites Applications for SEBI Chief as Buch's Tenure Ends on 28 February

The Ministry of Finance has invited fresh applications for the post of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) chief on Monday as Madhabi Puri Buch's tenure ends on February 28.

1 min

Budget 2025: GST concessions critical for MSME growth

As per the National Sample Survey of 2015-16, the total number of MSMEs in India was 6.33 crore, predominantly comprising small and micro units.

2 mins

Sensex, Nifty slide over 1 pc amid weak global cues

At close, Sensex was down 824 points or 1 percent at 75,366, and the Nifty was down 275 points or 1.2 percent at 22,817

1 min

Sridhar Vembu Steps Down as Zoho CEO

Sridhar Vembu, Founder and CEO of software major Zoho Corporation, on Monday stepped down as the company's CEO to serve as the chief scientist.

1 min

Govt policy towards battery swapping infrastructure to give biggest push to EV segment

It develops and manufactures high utility and efficient Electric Vehicles for Indian commuters, which provide better comfort and safety at minimal cost, with the aims of becoming an industry leader by selling more than 3,00,000 vehicles every year in electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers segment by 2027.

4 mins

Centre Invites Applications for SEBI Chief as Buch's Tenure Ends on 28 February

The Ministry of Finance has invited fresh applications for the post of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) chief on Monday as Madhabi Puri Buch's tenure ends on February 28.

1 min

Budget 2025: GST Concessions Critical for MSME Growth

As per the National Sample Survey of 2015-16, the total number of MSMEs in India was 6.33 crore, predominantly comprising small and micro units.

2 mins

Sensex, Nifty slide over 1 pc amid weak global cues

At close, Sensex was down 824 points or 1 percent at 75,366, and the Nifty was down 275 points or 1.2 percent at 22,817

1 min

How has AI changed the horizon of management education?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force enhancing education with industry interface.

3 mins

How has AI changed the horizon of management education?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force enhancing education with industry interface.

3 mins

A century of imparting education: Cathedral Mission completes 100 years

Cathedral Mission High School, a Christian government-aided English medium educational institution, marked its centenary year on 25 January 2025, honouring a century of imparting education and nurturing young minds.

2 mins

3rd T20I: India look to seal series against England in Rajkot

On a roll after recording back-to-back victories in Kolkata and Chennai, India will be aiming to seal the five-match T20I series against England when Suryakumar Yadav & Co take the field for the third game at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday.

3 mins

Smriti Mandhana Crowned ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of 2024

Smriti Mandhana was on Monday adjudged the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of 2024 after the India vice-captain set new career standards in One Day Internationals, racking up a personal best 747 runs in 13 innings throughout the year.

2 mins

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner's style draws comparisons to Novak Djokovic

Of all the praise bestowed on Jannik Sinner after he won his second consecutive Australian Open championship, and third Grand Slam title overall, nothing felt as significant as the comparison made by runner-up Alexander Zverev.

2 mins

Another feather in Bumrah's cap as ICC crowns star pacer Test Cricketer of 2024

Team India spearhead reigns supreme in the global cricket charts after superb performances last year

2 mins

Smriti Mandhana Crowned ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of 2024

Smriti Mandhana was on Monday adjudged the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of 2024 after the India vice-captain set new career standards in One Day Internationals, racking up a personal best 747 runs in 13 innings throughout the year.

2 mins

3rd T20I: India look to seal series against England in Rajkot

On a roll after recording back-to-back victories in Kolkata and Chennai, India will be aiming to seal the five-match T20I series against England when Suryakumar Yadav & Co take the field for the third game at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday.

3 mins

Australian Open: Jannik Sinner's style draws comparisons to Novak Djokovic

Of all the praise bestowed on Jannik Sinner after he won his second consecutive Australian Open championship, and third Grand Slam title overall, nothing felt as significant as the comparison made by runner-up Alexander Zverev.

2 mins

Another feather in Bumrah's cap as ICC crowns star pacer Test Cricketer of 2024

Team India spearhead reigns supreme in the global cricket charts after superb performances last year

2 mins

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