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Ladakh violence: Sonam Wangchuk arrested
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been at the forefront of the agitation for Ladakh's statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, was arrested on Friday when he was scheduled to address a press conference to counter the allegations of inciting violence and foreign funding against him.
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September 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
IAF’s MiG-21 bids farewell, passes the torch to Tejas
Leaving many with moist eyes, India’s first supersonic fighter jet, Mig 21, roared into the skies one final time before making its last landing, paving the way for the next generation of fighters, the Tejas Mark 1A.
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September 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
India strongly rejects NATO chief’s claim on Modi-Putin phone call
Indiaon Friday strongly rejected NATOSecretary-General Mark Rutte's recent remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the issue of tariffs imposed by the United States, saying that the comment is \"factually incorrect\" and \"entirely baseless\".
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September 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Jaishankar joins G4 foreign ministers in New York
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Thursday joined his counterparts from Japan, Germany and Brazil at the G4 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where the G4 reiterated its commitment toreforming the United Nations including the UN Security Council.
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September 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
M L Kotru passes away
Veteran journalist and former Editor of The Statesman, Delhi, M L Kotru, passed away last evening at his home in Gurgaon. He was 90.
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September 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Mohta's Barisha project under PIL cloud
THE PETITIONERS - LOCAL RESIDENTS OF THE AREA- MADE SERIOUS ALLEGATIONS ABOUT THE PROJECT, INCLUDING THAT IT HAD COVERED UP WATER BODIES.
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September 27, 2025
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PM Modi celebrates seven years of Ayushman Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday marked the seventh anniversary of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), highlighting its revolutionary impact on India's public healthcare system. Launched in 2018, the scheme has provided financial protection and dignity to millions of Indians, ensuring top-quality and affordable healthcare.
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September 24, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Navratri debut of GST 2.0 sparks record sales across autos, e-comm & electronics
The GST 2.0 rollout ignited anunprecedented consumer frenzy onits first day, coinciding with the commencement of Navratri festivities.
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September 24, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Nine dead as torrential rain paralyses Kolkata
Torrential rains overnight paralyzed Kolkata on Tuesday, killing at least nine people through electrocution and leaving much of the metropolis submerged as transport services collapsed and daily life ground to a halt just days ahead of the city’s biggest festival, Durga Puja.
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September 24, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Kerala govt to declare end of extreme poverty on1Nov
Kerala is on the cusp of scripting history by becoming thefirst Indian state to eradicate extreme poverty, following in the footsteps of China's globally acclaimed achievement.
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September 24, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Defence minister: PoK belongs to India, day of reunification close
Inastrongly-worded message toIslamabad, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India will take back the control of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) as the demands for the same are being raised by the people from the region.
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September 23, 2025
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PM unveils projects worth ₹5,100 crore in North-East
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a series of initiatives in Arunachal Pradesh and Tripura, marking the first day of Navratri with development and devotion.
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September 23, 2025
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PM champions self-reliance in India’s maritime sector
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday emphasised the importance of self-reliance in India's maritime sector asserting that India must become self-reliant for “peace, stability and prosperity” in the world.
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September 21, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Asia Cup: Pak skip pre-match presser ahead of Super 4 clash against India
The Pakistan team has once again opted out of holding a pre-match press conference ahead of their Super Fours encounter against India in Dubai on Sunday.
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September 21, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Trump hikes H-1B visa fee; move to badly hit IT firms
‘Hike in H-1B visa fee to have humanitarian consequences’
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September 21, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
End of an era: IAF's iconic MiG-21 to retire on 26 September after 61 years of service
After more than sixty years of glorious service, the legendary MiG-21, often hailed as the backbone of the Indian Air Force, is preparing to take its final bow during a special ceremony being organised at Air Force Station, Chandigarh, on 26 September.
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September 21, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
India, Canada discuss ways to strengthen security cooperation
THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS ON SATURDAY SAID NSA AJIT DOVAL AND HIS CANADIAN COUNTERPART NATHALIE G DROUIN MET IN NEW DELHI ON THURSDAY AS PART OF THE REGULAR BILATERAL SECURITY DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE TWO SIDES.
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September 21, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Noscopefor third-party mediation between India&Pakistan, says MEA
India on Friday asserted that there is no role for any third party in resolving issues between India and Pakistan.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Noscope for third-party mediation between India&Pakistan, says MEA
‘India committed to taking partnership with USA to new heights’
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Malik's claim ignites war of words between BJP, Cong
Sam Pitroda stirs row by calling Pakistan home; BJP terms remarks 'anti-India'
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Noscopeforthird-party mediation between India&Pakistan,says MEA
'India committed to taking partnership with USA to new heights'
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Noscopefor third-party mediation between India& Pakistan, says MEA
India on Friday asserted that there is no role for any third party in resolving issues between India and Pakistan.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Singer Zubeen Garg dies in scuba diving accident in Singapore
The singing sensation from Assam, Zubeen Garg, died in Singapore after a freak accident on Friday.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
JeM, HM relocate to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after Indian strikes in Operation Sindoor
Hours before the high-profile India-Pakistan match in Dubai on 14 September, the terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) conducted a public recruitment drive at Garhi Habibullah in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Mansehra district.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Poll panel denies Rahul’s mass voter deletion allegations
The Election Commission of India Friday rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations of mass voter deletion, calling them \"incorrect and baseless.\" Mr Gandhi has claimed that millions of voters, largely from opposition-leaning communities, were deliberately removed from electoral rolls using fraudulent methods during the 2023 Karnataka assembly elections.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Poll panel denies Rahul's mass voter deletion allegations
The Election Commission of India Friday rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations of mass voter deletion, calling them \"incorrect and baseless.
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September 20, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
India to study implications of Pak-Saudi defence pact, ensure national security
India said it will \"study the implications\" of the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement signed between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, while maintaining that it will take effective measures to safeguard national interests and ensure \"comprehensive national security in all domains.
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September 19, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
PM Modi speaks to Nepal’s interim PM, extends support for peace, stability in Nepal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday had a telephone conversation with the Interim Prime Minister of Nepal, Sushila Karki, during which he conveyed to her India’s readiness to continue working closely to further strengthen the special ties between the two countries.
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September 19, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Talks under way with USA to slash reciprocal tariff from 25 pc to 15 pc: CEA Nageswaran
“I have no insider information but my personal feeling is we will see resolutions in case of the extra 25 per cent penal tariff.”
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September 19, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
World Athletics: Neeraj, Nadeem falter as Walcott takes gold; Sachin finishes 4th
The much-anticipated showdown between India's Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem in the men's javelin throw final of the World Athletics Championships 2025, turned into a damp squib after both men endured nights to forget at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo.
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