The Statesman Siliguri - January 13, 2025
The Statesman Siliguri - January 13, 2025
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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.
1 min
B'desh foreign secy meets Indian envoy
Expresses concern over recent tensions on India-Bangladesh border
1 min
ISRO SpaDex docking mission: Satellites 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
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.
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.
1 min
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
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.
2 mins
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.
1 min
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
Midnapore: Left & BJP protest over substandard saline issue
Allegations of corruption and negligence have fueled public anger in Midnapore
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.
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.
1 min
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.
2 mins
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.
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
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
T'gana CM blames lack of ideology in politics for defections
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Sunday blamed lack of ideology and student politics for increasing defections.
2 mins
BJP and NDA opt out of TN bypoll blaming ruling 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.
2 mins
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
1 min
Telangana MLAs almost come to blows in review meeting
BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy and BRS-turned-Congress MLA Sanjay Kumar had a heated exchange
1 min
U-turn on NEET promise: TN BJP seeks unconditional apology from Udhayanidhi Stalin
The Tamil Nadu BJP has demanded an unconditional apology from Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for allegedly reneging on his promise to abolish the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET).
1 min
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.
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.
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.
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.
2 mins
Chhattisgarh: 3 Maoists Killed in Encounter With Security Forces in Bijapur
At least three Maoists have been killed in an encounter with security forces on Sunday in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, said Bijapur Police.
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.
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
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
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
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.
4 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.
5 mins
I was an Indian in my previous life, says Italian Yoga instructor Emma at Mahakumbh
The grandeur and spiritual significance of the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj continue to attract visitors not only from across India but also from around the world.
1 min
UP's 100-Day Intensive TB Campaign Identifies 9,340 Cases in First Month
Under the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, a 100-day intensive tuberculosis (TB) campaign is underway across Uttar Pradesh.
1 min
Plan to establish Al Qaeda training camp in Jharkhand uncovered
The Delhi and Jharkhand Police have uncovered a plan to establish a training camp for the terrorist organisation Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) on Nakata Hill, located at the border of Ranchi and Latehar districts in Jharkhand.
1 min
Youth can make parliamentarians discharge their duties: VP Dhankhar
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said here on Sunday that the youngsters can make parliamentarians and public representatives discharge their constitutional duties.
2 mins
BJP Will Win Milkipur Assembly Bypolls With Record Margin: UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has claimed that the BJP would win the Milkipur by-election with record margin and said the HMPV virus which is spreading rapidly in the country is a mild virus.
1 min
UP govt's herculean efforts enable 2 lakh devotees to bathe hourly at Sangam Nose
The newly expanded triangular area, referred to as Sangam Noj, has created a bathing zone accessible from three sides
1 min
Kalpvas begins today with Amrit Snan on Paush Purnima at Mahakumbh
Mahakumbh 2025 will begin with the auspicious Paush Purnima bath on Monday, marking the start of Kalpvas at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj.
2 mins
5 Workers Still Missing in Umrangso Coal Mine Tragedy: Rescue Ops Continue Amidst Recovery of 4 Bodies
The search for five missing workers trapped in a flooded rat-hole coal mine in Dima Hasao continues, with joint rescue operations by the Indian Army, Indian Navy, NDRF, and other agencies entering their sixth day.
1 min
India Bloc Is Unbroken And Stands Strong: Akhilesh Yadav
I have always gone to Kumbh, if you want, I can share the picture, the SP president said
2 mins
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
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.
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.
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
2 mins
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
1 min
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 range 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 in the eastern Himalayan foothills.
7 mins
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.
5 mins
When Paradise Comes Closer
Assam and Bhutan share an enduring bond, a relationship nurtured over centuries through cultural, historical, and economic exchanges, commented Sarma, adding that the ancient trade routes connecting the two geographical territories were not merely conduits for goods like tea, silk and other commodities but were lifelines of mutual understanding and interdependence.
3 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
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
2 mins
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