The Statesman Siliguri - January 29, 2025
The Statesman Siliguri - January 29, 2025
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January 29, 2025
ISRO Ready for 100th Launch from Sriharikota
ISRO is ready to make its 100th rocket launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on 29 January.
1 min
India Leading Way as World Shifts Towards Sustainability: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised on sustainability, a green future and building a robust supply and value chain to overcome global volatility.
1 min
West Asia is extended neighbourhood for India: EAM
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday underlined that the history of India and West Asia are inextricably linked, saying the region is an extended neighbourhood with which New Delhi has now reconnected in full measure.
1 min
India Lodges Strong Protest With Lanka
This Comes After Sri Lankan Navy Opened Fire On Indian Fishermen
2 mins
Chief Minister Mamata Inaugurates 48th Kolkata International Book Fair
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the 48th edition of the Kolkata International Book Fair (KIBF) and said in the digital age it is absolutely necessary to foster our love for books.
1 min
Can be treated at private hospital at own cost
The CBI Special Court on Tuesday approved the jailed ex-education minister Partha Chatterjee to get admitted to a private hospital if he wants but he would have to pay the treatment costs from his own pocket.
1 min
RG Kar scam: Govt nod for framing charges against Sandip Ghosh
CBI submitted a progress report of the investigation in a sealed envelope to Cal High Court
1 min
Two Labourers Die During CBM Exploration Near Durgapur
Two contractual labourers died during the exploration of coal bed methane gas by a multinational oil & gas giant beside a small river about 10 km from Durgapur town this morning.
1 min
Mayor slams BJP for neglecting growth of Dabgram areas
Siliguri mayor Gautam Deb launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Dabgram II gram panchayat, the local MLA and the Jalpaiguri MP, accusing them of neglecting development in areas under the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) that fall within Jalpaiguri district.
1 min
School includes pithe, puli in mid-day meal
It was a unique experience for students of Chatra High School Goghat. They enjoyed their mid-day meal with Pithe Puli Utsav.
1 min
Surya Sen Mahavidyalaya Marks National Voters Day
The Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) of Surya Sen Mahavidyalaya observed the 15th National Voters Day on 25 January, with an awareness programme and the inauguration of the \"Wall of Democracy\".
1 min
NHPC office celebrates Republic Day
The Regional Office of NHPC Limited in Siliguri celebrated the 76th Republic Day with great enthusiasm under the guidance of Executive Director Anil Kumar Dash.
1 min
5 Arrested Youth From Sealdah Highly Qualified: Police
Five miscreants arrested from Sealdah on Monday by the Special Task Force (STF) of Kolkata police are from Uttar Pradesh with degrees like BTech, MTech, MCom and BSc.
1 min
Asansol civic body fine for burning coal, dry leaves
From now onwards if coal is burnt or dried leaves are burnt the Asansol Municipal Corporation (AMC) will impose a fine between Rs 500 to Rs 5,000.
1 min
Trinamool to hold meeting in February on Assembly polls
The meeting might outline the blueprint of how to counter negative propaganda against the party
1 min
No threat of Guillain Barre Syndrome in Bengal: State Health Department
After Maharashtra recorded one death and 110 suspected cases of Guillain Barre Syndrome, the West Bengal Health Department on Tuesday said that there is nothing to panic about the neurological disorder in the state.
1 min
Priyanka Gandhi faces black flag protest in Wayanad
A group of CPI(M) activists waved black flags at Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday at Kaniyaram near Mananthavady when she visited the family of a woman killed by a tiger last week.
1 min
India, Indonesia Renew Maritime Co-op MoU for 3 More Years
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Indonesia Coast Guard (Badan Keamanan Laut Republik Indonesia - BAKAMLA) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for an additional three years.
1 min
BRS Files Complaint Against T'gana CM Revanth Reddy
BRS leader & ex-IPS officer RS Praveen Kumar submitted a complaint against him
1 min
SC seeks Centre's response to Muslim woman's plea to be governed by Succession Act
The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Central government to respond to a plea by a Kerala-based non-believing Muslim woman seeking a declaration that in the matters of inheritance, a person who does not want to be governed by the Muslim Personal Law (Sharia Law) must be allowed to be governed by the country's secular law—the Indian Succession Act, 1925.
2 mins
Saif Ali Khan attack: Police say they have 'strong' evidence against accused
The Maharashtra police on Tuesday said they have \"strong\" evidence against the arrested accused in the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, even as they stated that a facial recognition test would be conducted to match the identity of the accused in police custody with the one captured in the CCTV footage recovered from the actor's residential complex.
1 min
Akhilesh Yadav Calls For Harmony, Tolerance, And Improved Facilities At Mahakumbh
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has emphasised that the Mahakumbh, a once-in-144-years event, is a rare occasion in a lifetime and should inspire resolutions for harmony and tolerance.
1 min
Disproportionate assets case accused arrested in MP
Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta Police arrested a former MP Transport Department Constable outside the Bhopal Court premises on Tuesday, minutes before he was to appear in the court to surrender.
1 min
Nobody has demanded my resignation, Munde after meeting Fadnavis
Pressure on the Maharashtra Food & Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde to resign in the Beed case has increased as anti-corruption activist Anjali Damania met the state Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday.
3 mins
WAVES Summit to Provide New Global Identity: Modi
PM underscored the immense potential of such initiatives to harness India's vast pool of creative talent
2 mins
Dalit, Muslim leaders join Congress ahead of assembly polls in Bihar
Ahead of assembly polls in Bihar, the Congress party got a boost as several prominent politicians and social workers joined the grand old party in the presence of the party's senior leader Pawan Khera and Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee President Akhilesh Prasad Singh on Tuesday.
1 min
Maritime Resolve
The growing maritime partnership between India and Indonesia reflects a broader regional alignment to counter increasing Chinese assertiveness in the South China Sea.
4 mins
UNDP Looks Forward to Addressing Most Pressing Challenges With Viet Nam in New Development Phase
For over four decades, UNDP has supported Viet Nam in the achievement of its national development goals.
2 mins
Budget Imperatives
The current economic landscape in India presents both opportunities and challenges, requiring a delicate balance between growth-oriented policies and inclusive development. A comprehensive approach to economic governance could involve reassessing tax structures, promoting innovation across sectors, and strengthening regional economic cooperation both at home and abroad. Additionally, our policymakers must remain vigilant about global economic trends
5 mins
Emergency on Roads That Must Be Tackled
Almost every day, we read news about ghastly and fatal crashes on the roads across the country.
4 mins
Thai same-sex marriages open a door
January 23 was a historic day for Thailand and Southeast Asia. As a result of the new Thai law amending the longstanding Thai Civil and Commercial Code (taking effect 120 days after its royal promulgation in the final months of 2024), same-sex couples are able to register their marriage and enjoy full rights and duties as spouses without gender discrimination.
4 mins
UP's tableau secures 1st place in People's Choice Award at R-Day parade in Delhi
Uttar Pradesh's tableau, titled \"Mahakumbh 2025 - Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas,\" has won first place in the People's Choice Award category with 40 per cent of the votes (25,007).
1 min
Congress Questions BJP Govt Over Steps Announced To Normalize Relations With China
The Congress on Tuesday questioned the steps announced yesterday by the Ministry of External Affairs like the agreement on the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and direct flights with China, saying the Narendra Modi-led government has not yet satisfactorily explained to the country why this is the right time to normalize relations with Beijing.
2 mins
Two kingpins of inter-state drug smuggling module held in Delhi, UP
With the arrest of two narcotic dealers from Delhi and UP, the Srinagar Police claimed to have dismantled a major inter-state drug trafficking module while investigating Case FIR No. 136/2024 under sections 8/22-29 NDPS Act.
1 min
Indonesia Honours Its Indian Heritage: Yogi
He also noted that the Indonesian President's name is inspired by Sanskrit
2 mins
Meghalaya Mahila Congress stands firm on safeguarding Khasi matrilineal identity
In an assertion of cultural values, the Meghalaya Pradesh Mahila Congress (MPCC) has reiterated its stance against individuals adopting their father's surname, stating that those who do so should not be recognised as Khasi.
1 min
Palestinians return to northern Gaza after 15 months of war
Many saw their return as an act of steadfastness after Israel's devastating military campaign
2 mins
Serbia's PM resigns, appeals for peace as protests continue
Serbia's populist Prime Minister Milos Vucevic said Tuesday he is stepping down following weeks of massive anti-corruption protests over the deadly collapse of a concrete canopy in November.
1 min
Trump Signs Order That Likely Sets in Motion Future Ban on Trans Troops
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday directing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to revise the Pentagon's policy on transgender troops, likely setting in motion a future ban on their military service.
1 min
SME IPOs outperform larger counterparts in 2024, delivering 45pc returns, compared to 30pc for traditional IPOs
In 2024, the Indian SME IPO landscape has experienced significant growth, with numerous companies entering the market, capturing investor attention, the healthcare sector being one of them.
6 mins
Supply of affordable houses witnesses crisis in top nine cities
Top nine cities in India, where majority of Indians migrate for jobs, is staring at a housing crisis as the supply of homes in the affordable and mid-income category has dipped by 36% in the last two years, data from the real estate data analytics firm PropEquity said on Tuesday.
1 min
Market snaps two-day losing streak, led by auto
During the day, Sensex surged 1,146.79 points or 1.52 pc to hit a high of 76,512.96
2 mins
India unveils WAVES initiative to position itself as global capital of creative economy
In a significant move ahead of the highly anticipated World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting launched a series of groundbreaking initiatives at the National Media Centre here.
1 min
UPI contribution to digital payments spikes over double in five years: RBI
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) contribution cumulatively to the digital payments ecosystem more than doubled in five years, data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said.
1 min
Piyush Goyal Co-chairs 11th Session of India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal co-chaired the 11th Session of the India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) with his Omani counterpart, Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, during his visit to the Middle East country from 27-28 January.
1 min
Champions League: Tullberg creates siege mentality for struggling Dortmund
With one notable exception, things seem to be business as usual for Mike Tullberg.
2 mins
Barca defender Christensen out for three weeks with calf injury
Barcelona FC defender Andreas Christensen will be out of action for around three weeks after suffering an injury to his right calf during Monday's training session, the La Liga club announced on Tuesday.
1 min
HIL: Soorma Hockey Club eye semi-final spot
As the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 approaches its decisive phase, JSW Soorma Hockey Club is gearing up for a crucial encounter against the table-toppers, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers, scheduled on Wednesday.
1 min
NorthEast United Face Hyderabad FC, Aim To Tighten Grip On Top-Six Spot
Currently at the sixth position, the hosts will be eager to secure the full three points and stay in the hunt for the playoffs
2 mins
Bumrah Receives Sir Garfield Sobers Award
Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been honored with the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year at the ICC Awards, recognizing his extraordinary 2024, in which he dominated opponents in the longest as well as the shortest format of the game.
2 mins
PM Modi Inaugurates 38th National Games
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday officially inaugurated the 38th National Games in a colourful opening ceremony showcasing Uttarakhand's religious heritage and biodiversity that was witnessed by around 10,000 athletes gearing up to compete for podium finishes across 32 disciplines.
1 min
Oz Open: New Junior Champion Inspired by Federer, Wawrinka
Swiss player Henry Bernet gave himself a fairly impressive 18th birthday present by winning the Australian Open junior boys' title.
1 min
King' Kohli Back in His Fortress to Prepare for Ranji Comeback
Set to play his first Ranji Trophy match for Delhi since 2012, star Team India batter Virat Kohli on Tuesday hogged the limelight on his return to the Feroz Shah Kotla ground to join his side's training session ahead of the inconsequential final Group Stage clash against the Railways, which is scheduled to start on 30 January.
2 mins
Third T20I: Varun's fifer boosts India as England post fighting total
Young spinner returns impressive figures of 5-24 to help restrict visitors to 171/9
2 mins
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Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
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