The Statesman Siliguri - January 30, 2025
The Statesman Siliguri - January 30, 2025
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January 30, 2025
AAP-Da's boat will sink in Yamuna in the Assembly polls: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal over his charge that the BJP-led Haryana government had 'poisoned' the Yamuna's water, saying the 'AAP-da' is in panic fearing a humiliating defeat in the Assembly elections in Delhi.
1 min
30 Pilgrims Lose Lives in Mahakumbh Stampede
Early morning surge on Akhara Marg leads to tragedy; 60 injured
2 mins
Mahakumbh stampede: Chief Minister Mamata condoles deaths
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday, expressed her condolences over the unfortunate deaths in the stampede at the Prayagraj Mahakumbh earlier in the day.
1 min
Violation of norms on imported tea threatens Indian tea industry: TAI
A major discrepancy between the tea import figures published by the Tea Board of India and the actual volume of imports has raised serious concerns in the industry, according to Sandeep Singhania, president of the Tea Association of India (TAI).
1 min
Tea Board Sets 2025 Plucking and Making Timeline
Tea Board of India has announced that tea plucking and manufacturing for the 2025 cropping season will commence only after winter dormancy ends, allowing tea bushes to sprout fresh buds.
1 min
Kumbh Mela disaster: Leaders blame Yogi, Modi governments
The Communist Party of India has criticised the Kumbh Mela for its mismanagement, accusing authorities of prioritising financial gain over public safety, resulting in people being displaced and dying
2 mins
Calcutta HC seeks report on 'threat culture' at RG Kar Hospital
A single-judge Bench of the Calcutta High Court, on Wednesday, sought a report from the state-run R G Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata on the allegations of \"threat culture\" prevailing at the premium medical institute of the state.
1 min
Two Arrested for Assault on Doctor at M R Bangur
Two persons were arrested on Tuesday night on charge of allegedly assaulting an on-duty doctor at the state-run M R Bangur Hospital in the Tollygunge area.
1 min
Sebaashray: 9,355 people visit camps on 27th day
The Sebaashray camps, which enter their 27th day, today, have witnessed the presence of 4,94,425 people so far.
1 min
Publisher looks east to expand
Children's Book Trust, a New Delhi-based publisher for children's books are now finding new arenas for growth.
1 min
Accountants Discuss Evolving Financial Landscape at Annual Meet
The 41st annual conference of the Accountants' Library, one of the most prestigious gatherings of accounting professionals in India, held a two-day conference at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Bhasha Bhawan, National Library, Kolkata.
1 min
City celebrates Chinese New Year with delectable delicacies
Chinese New Year celebrations in Kolkata are a vibrant blend of local and Chinese tradition.
1 min
ER Working on Installation of FOBs at 27 Key Stations
In a move to improve safety, the Eastern Railway is actively working on the installation of foot-over bridges (FOBs) at 27 key stations in the Asansol division.
1 min
One more GBS death in city hospital
Two days before the Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) death reported in the state-run NRS Medical College and Hospital on Monday, a 10-year-old boy also died of the autoimmune disease on Sunday in another government hospital, BC Roy Post Graduate Institute of Paediatric Science (popularly known as BC Roy Memorial Hospital for Children) at Beliaghata in the city.
1 min
In her new book Mamata blames Cong for BJP's success in 2024 LS polls
The book says that despite the Trinamul Congress's efforts, the opposition INDIA bloc was unable to achieve electoral success due to Congress's failure
2 mins
West Bengal Commission for Women's pavilion launched at book fair
The stall by the West Bengal Commission for Women at the 48th International Kolkata Book Fair was inaugurated today, where the officials highlighted their upcoming activities and initiatives during the book fair days.
1 min
Andhra Pradesh Governor, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy congratulate ISRO on 100th launch of milestone
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful 100th launch of the GSLV-F15 rocket, which carried the NVS-02 satellite.
2 mins
Elections to 6 MLC seats in Telugu states on 27 February
Elections to three seats each of the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Legislative Councils from graduates' and teachers' constituencies will be on 27 February, the Election Commission of India announced on Wednesday.
1 min
DMK to press for 'Code of Conduct for Governors' till the office is abolished
With the Raj Bhavans increasingly becoming politicised, the DMK MPs would highlight in the upcoming Budget session of Parliament the need for a 'Code of Conduct' for Governors and a time frame for granting assent for Bills passed by the State Legislatures, till the gubernatorial office is abolished.
2 mins
Kannur ex-ADM's wife approaches HC division bench seeking CBI probe
Former Kannur Additional District Magistrate's (ADM's) wife, Manjusha has filed an appeal before the division bench against the single bench order rejecting her plea for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of her husband, who was found hanging at his official quarters on 15 October, 2024.
1 min
Protest Against Minister Over Drowning Incident
The deceased's body was retrieved from the lake Tuesday evening following a 48-hour search
1 min
Telangana Completes Caste Census
The final report for the Telangana Caste Census will be submitted to the Cabinet subcommittee on 2 February.
1 min
Congress-ally ML leader sparks controversy, says 'men and women not equal'
Congress-ally Indian Union Muslim League's (IUML) state general secretary P M A Salam has sparked a controversy by stating that gender equality was \"a misbelief\" and anyone claiming that is only closing their eyes to make it dark.
1 min
Unidentified killer disease showing signs of mitigation in Rajouri village
Showing encouraging mitigation signs, no new illness case has been reported among the residents of health crisis-hit Badhal village since 24 January while the Rajouri district administration, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, is continuing with the intensive preventive care for their well being.
1 min
JPC on Waqf adopts draft report and amended revised bill
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Waqf on Wednesday adopted its draft report and an amended revised bill, amidst strong opposition and dissent from several members.
1 min
MP CM Yadav Meets Japanese Minister
On Wednesday, the second day of his Japan tour, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav met Japan's Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hisashi Matsumoto. Their meeting focused on strengthening India-Japan bilateral relations, promoting investment in Madhya Pradesh, and providing information on the opportunities available for investors in the state.
1 min
Bihar BJP leaders express grief over Mahakumbh stampede, urge people to stay calm
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed grief over the Prayagraj Mahakumbh stampede incident and appealed to people to stay calm and not to pay attention to rumours.
1 min
SC seeks data on criminal cases filed over triple talaq
The Centre had earlier stated that the state could resort to criminal law to preserve the sanctity of marriage
3 mins
Apex court: Domicile-based reservation in PG medical admission unconstitutional
In an important ruling, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said that domicile-based reservations in postgraduate medical courses (PG medical courses) are impermissible, and declared them unconstitutional for being violative of Article 14 of the Constitution—guaranteeing equality before law.
1 min
One Maoist killed, two INSAS rifles recovered in Jharkhand's Keda Veer Jungle encounter
In an encounter between security forces and Maoists early today, one Maoist was killed and another injured in the Keda Veer Jungle of West Singhbhum in Jharkhand.
1 min
Bright prospects beckon for China-Europe ties
In a speech he delivered at this year's World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos last week, Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, reiterated China's support for economic globalization, and its resolve to continue to uphold multilateralism.
2 mins
Justice Or Judgment?
The cases of Greeshma, Sanjay Roy et cetera compel us to confront uncomfortable truths about the nature of justice in India. Is it fair, consistent, and equitable? Does it uphold the dignity of all individuals, or does it bend to societal pressures, prejudices and structural inequalities? Until these questions are addressed, capital punishment will remain a blemish on the nation's conscience — a relic of retributive justice that has little place in progressive perspectives
4 mins
Privatisation U-Turn
In a significant departure from its earlier policy focus, the Union government is stepping back from aggressive privatisation efforts and is instead investing heavily in reviving ailing state-run enterprises.
4 mins
'Slowdown structural, not cyclical'
This is an exciting time for people as budgets always create a buzz, particularly around taxation, but there are broader aspects such as fiscal deficit management, inflation, and geopolitical uncertainties. These are crucial for sustaining economic momentum and financial stability.
5 mins
What Pakistan can learn from Gandhi
Seventy-seven years ago on 30 January 1948, a right-wing militant assassinated M.K. Gandhi in retaliation for his solidarity with Muslim victims of post-partition riots.
3 mins
Over 50.7 million take dip in Sangam by 4 pm on Mauni Amavasya during Mahakumbh
On the holy occasion of the Mahakumbh's second Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya, the banks of the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj transformed into a vibrant tapestry of faith and divinity as over 50.7 million people took a dip at different ghats.
1 min
Hotels, airlines see upswing in profits amid Mahakumbh
The Mahakumbh mela has become a boon for the hospitality sector and airlines with profits expected to firm up amid soaring demand.
2 mins
Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar to visit Katihar today, review development projects
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will visit Katihar on Wednesday as part of the second phase of his Pragati Yatra to review ongoing development projects, inaugurate completed works, and lay foundation stones for various new infrastructure initiatives.
1 min
ZORO protests abolition of free movement along Indo-Myanmar border
The Zo-Reunification Organization (ZORO), a prominent group advocating for the unity of Zo ethnic tribes, staged a massive protest on Tuesday against the Mizoram state government's order implementing the Central government's decision to abolish the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and introduce a new border pass system.
1 min
Akhilesh, Mayawati condole loss of lives in Mahakumbh stampede
Leaders cutting across party lines on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives during a stampede-like situation at Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj district, and appealed to the state government to provide adequate treatment to the injured.
1 min
Covert attempt to help militants regroup in North-East: Assam CM
The CM was speaking in Kokrajhar on the sidelines of the commemoration of completion of five years of the Bodo Peace Accord
3 mins
Explosion forces crew to abandon Hong Kong-flagged container ship in the Red Sea
An explosion has struck a Hong Kong-flagged container ship traveling north through the Red Sea, sparking a major fire that forced its crew to abandon the vessel, shipping industry officials said
1 min
The Discovery Of Brutal Mass Graves In Syria Reveals Assad's Legacy Of Horror
The charred remains of at least 26 victims of the Bashar Assad government were located Tuesday by Syrian civil defense workers in two separate basements in rural Damascus.
1 min
Israeli Prime Minister to Visit US for Discussion on Gaza Truce Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Washington next week at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, according to a statement from Netanyahu's office.
1 min
First Deportees Land in Colombia from US
Two Colombian Aerospace Force planes with migrants deported from the United States landed late Tuesday in the country's capital Bogota, Colombian President Gustavo Petro confirmed.
1 min
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Administration Freeze on Federal Grants and Loans
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked a push from President Donald Trump to pause federal funding while his administration conducts an across-the-board ideological review to uproot progressive initiatives.
1 min
M23 rebels expand their control of Goma in eastern Congo
Rwanda's president calls for ceasefire, addressing root causes of conflict
2 mins
India Needs to Change Fiscal, Monetary Policy to Achieve 6.4 Per Cent GDP in 2025: Moody's
Moody's Analytics on Wednesday said India needs to change its fiscal and monetary policy to achieve a 6.4 per cent GDP growth in 2025 amid a weak rupee, declining foreign investment and volatile inflation.
1 min
Cabinet Approves Revision of Ethanol Procurement Price
The Union Cabinet has approved the revision of ethanol procurement price for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to facilitate the continued policy for the Government in providing price stability and remunerative prices for ethanol suppliers.
1 min
Cabinet approves mineral mission to build resilient value chain for critical mineral resources
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the launch of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) with an expenditure of Rs. 16,300 crore and expected investment of Rs. 18,000 crore by PSUs, etc.
2 mins
Tata Motors Reports Q3FY25 Net Profit of ₹5,451 Cr
Tata Motors Ltd has reported Q3FY25 profit at Rs 5,451 crore, which is a drop of 22.41 per cent compared to Rs 7,025 crore during the corresponding period of FY24, according to a company statement issued here on Wednesday.
2 mins
Maruti Suzuki Registers 12.6 Per Cent YoY Growth in Q3FY25; Reappoints Hisashi Takeuchi as MD & CEO
Automobile giant, Maruti Suzuki, recorded 12.6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth to Rs 3,525 crore in the December quarter of financial year 2025 (Q3FY25).
1 min
PAN card now to be used by information utilities to verify users' identity
PAN card has now been included on par with other officially valid documents for the use by information utilities to verify the identity of users.
1 min
Stock Market Closes on a Higher Note
At close, Sensex was up 654 points or 0.9 percent at 76,555 and Nifty was up 206 points or 0.9 percent at 23,163
2 mins
Odisha Attracts Investments Worth Over ₹16 Lakh Crore
The Utkarsh Odisha- Make in Odisha Conclave has been hailed as a monumental success, securing investments worth over Rs 16.73 lakh crore through 145 MoUs and investment proposals.
1 min
ISPL Season 2: Shreyash Kadam stands tall for Falcon Risers Hyderabad
Falcon Risers Hyderabad faced a challenging day at the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 2 as they went head-to-head with Mumbai in their second match.
3 mins
Aston Villa hoping for special night against Celtic
Matty Cash is ready for a big night under the lights at Villa Park when Aston Villa host Celtic in the UEFA Champions League.
2 mins
I-League: Dempo extends Delhi FC's poor run
Substitute Nestor Dias emerged as the hero for Dempo Sports Club as he scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute to help his side clinch a 1-0 victory over Delhi FC in an I-League encounter at the Nehru Stadium on Wednesday.
1 min
India Name 24-Member Women's Squad For FIH Pro League
Hockey India on Wednesday announced the 24-member women's team for the Bhubaneswar leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25, which will be held at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium from 15 to 25 February.
1 min
ISL: Chennaiyin FC face Kerala Blasters FC, aim to end seven-match losing streak
Lagging near the bottom of the points table, southern outfit desperate for a win against the listless Blasters
2 mins
Harvinder Changes Fate to Become Para Sports Icon
Harvinder Singh, the Paris Paralympics gold medallist para archer, who was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri, disclosed that he had quit archery three years after taking up the sport but made a comeback following his coach's advice, which involved changing his event from compound to recurve archery.
3 mins
Australia Star Steve Smith Goes Past Cricket Legends Gavaskar, Lara For Massive Test Record
Australia's modern-day great Steve Smith moved past cricketing icons Sunil Gavaskar, Younis Khan, Brian Lara and Mahela Jayawardene in the tally of most Test hundreds by a player.
2 mins
Varun Chakravarthy rises to fifth in T20I bowler rankings
India's rising spinner Varun Chakravarthy has made significant strides in the ICC men's T20Is bowler's rankings following his recent exploits against England in the ongoing five-match T20I series.
2 mins
Ranji Trophy: All eyes on Kohli as Delhi's knockouts chances hang by a thread
The final round of the Ranji Trophy Group stage is all about one man - Virat Kohli, who will mark his comeback to domestic cricket after more than 12 years.
2 mins
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