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The Statesman Delhi
Strained Symbolism
The latest attempt by far-right lawmakers in Israel's parliament to push a bill applying Israeli law to the occupied West Bank was, by all measures, a symbolic gesture.
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October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
We will pump in Rs 3000 cr+ in next 2-3 years to support our expansion plans: Websol MD
Nothing could have been more encouraging than to see India scaling up its solar manufacturing at such an unprecedented pace, with 181.6 GW of module and 86.1 GW of cell capacity under construction. This remarkable growth reflects the country's ambition to become a global solar leader and strengthens India's path toward energy self-reliance and a clean energy future.
5 min |
October 27, 2025
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Precision-driven strategies to define future of banking: McKinsey
After the peak of the past few years, the banking sector may experience a reversion to the mean, with slower growth and mounting pressure on profitability, a Mckinsey & Company report said.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Wanted to bat as deep as possible, says Rohit after hitting century in Sydney
After hitting a match-winning 121 in India's nine-wicket win over Australia in the third ODI, senior opener Rohit Sharma said his intention was to bat as deep as possible and look at the chance of taking the game till the end in front of a packed Sydney Cricket Ground.
3 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Power Play
A new theatre of confrontation is unfolding in the Caribbean, where the United States has amassed a formidable array of warships, bombers, fighter jets, and intelligence assets off the coast of Venezuela.
2 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
PKK says it is withdrawing its fighters from Turkey to Iraq
A militant Kurdish group announced on Sunday that it is withdrawing its fighters from Turkey to Iraq as part of a peace effort with the Turkish government.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
The handcuffed generation
When 64 young South Koreans arrived at Incheon Airport in handcuffs on Saturday, the scene looked less like a crime roundup than a mirror held up to the nation's quiet tragedy.
2 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
North-east media looks forward for an active PCI
A six-decade old Assamese daily newspaper changed its ownership as the management failed to pay salaries and other benefits to hundreds of its employees including journalists for months.
3 min |
October 27, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
21st century the century of India and ASEAN: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid stress on the strong and growing ties between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, asserting that the \"21st century is our century, the century of India and ASEAN.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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Jayant Narlikar honoured with Ratna Puraskar
Jayant Narlikar, India's renowned astrophysicist, science communicator, and Padma Vibhushan awardee, has been selected posthumously for the Vigyan Ratna Puraskar ~ the country's highest scientific honour, the Ministry of Science and Technology announced.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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Tejashwi Yadav vows not to implement Waqf Act
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, reiterating his pledge not to implement the Waqf (Amendment) Act after being elected to power in Bihar, announced plans to establish the Seemanchal Development Authority to ensure the overall development of the poverty-stricken region comprising the Purnia, Araria, Kishanganj, and Katihar districts.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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PV exports up 18 per cent; Maruti Suzukitops chart
Passenger vehicle exports from India recorded a robust 18 per cent year-on-year growth during the April-September period of FY25. The growth was driven by strong global demand, particularly from the Middle East and Latin America.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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ECI expected to announce launch of pan-India SIR
The Election Commission of India is widely expected to announce the launch of a nationwide Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls on Monday, following a crucial two-day conference that finalised preparations for the exercise.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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India’s true empowerment lies in the health of its citizens: Rajnath Singh
Emphasising that the Union government is dedicated to uplifting the poor and the underprivileged, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that he believes that India's true empowerment lies in the health of its citizens.
1 min |
October 27, 2025
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Doctor’s suicide: Maha doctors threaten strike
Following the tragic suicide by a 26-year-old female doctor in Satara after being repeatedly raped by a police officer and being pressurised by an MP to falsify medical reports of accused in jail, there has been a wave of anger in the medical fraternity over the issue.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
The unfinished revolution for women’s political rights
For more than five decades, women's representation in Bangladesh's national parliament, the place where political and state policies are shaped, has remained very low, despite the introduction of reserved seats for female candidates.
2 min |
October 26, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
Noida Airport a symbol of UP’s progress: CM Yogi
Ahead of the inauguration of the Noida International Airport in Jewar by Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely soon, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Saturday conducted a site inspection to take stock of the work in progress.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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Govt approves 26 pc advertisement rate hike, gives lifeline to print media
In a bid to support the traditional media sector amid the ongoing shift towards digital platforms, the government is set to implement a 26 per cent hike in advertisement rates for print media.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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Palestinian groups back technocratic Gaza govt
Palestinian factions, including Hamas and Fatah, have announced an agreement to establish a temporary, independent body of technocrats to administer the Gaza Strip in the aftermath of the Gaza conflict.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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In emotional speech, Zohran Mamdani defends Muslim identity against ‘racist and baseless’ attacks
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, pledged Friday to further embrace his Muslim identity in response to growing attacks by former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his surrogates that he characterised as \"racist and baseless.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
The Statesman Delhi
The toxic night of lights: Understanding Diwali and its air and noise pollution
Every Diwali, the glowing lights across India's cities honour the timeless triumph of light over darkness. Yet beneath each sparkler and booming firecracker lies the harsh truth is written in the very air we breathe. Across the metro cities of India, the festival of lights too often signals a spike in pollution so steep it now routinely surpasses safety thresholds many times over. As the Supreme Court of India in October 2025 allowed limited use of certified \"green\" crackers under strict conditions, the question looming over us: can tradition be honoured without compromising our children's lungs, our elders' health and the environment that sustains us?
7 min |
October 26, 2025
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Trump’s Asia return and East Timor’s entry take spotlight in landmark ASEAN summit
Southeast Asian foreign ministers held talks Saturday ahead of a landmark ASEAN summit that will formally welcome East Timor as the bloc's 11th member and mark US President Donald Trump's first trip to Asia since returning to the White House.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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Chhath festival begins in UP
The four-day-long Chhath festival begins today in Uttar Pradesh with Nahay-Khaay, celebrated with great religious fervor.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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Measured Relief
The latest inflation reading in the United States offers a rare moment of calm in a year of conflicting economic signals.
2 min |
October 26, 2025
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Empowering women
The participation ofwomenin rural development is essential forbuildingastrongeconomy andsociety. Women arevitalfor the sustainable development of rural areas, bringingadded valuetolocal communities. They are frequently the driving force behind innovation, diversification, andthe development ofnew opportunities. In short, women give life to rural areas. When ruralwomen are empowered, entire communities benefit
5 min |
October 26, 2025
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The family that lights for Kali
On the night of Kali Puja, the old Haldar bari in Bowbazar glows in candlelight.
3 min |
October 26, 2025
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Police arrest accused Prashant Bankar in doctor’s suicide case
Police in Maharashtra's Satara district arrested one accused on Saturday in connection with the death of a female doctor who allegedly committed suicide after being repeatedly raped by a police officer and being pressurised by an MP to falsify medical reports of accused in cases.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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The Rohit-Kohli show gets India home for one 'final' time in Australia
“Thank you, Australia” -the words echoed through the capacity crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground as Rohit Sharma (121 not out) and Virat Kohli (74 not out), the heartbeat of Indian cricket for over a decade, stood tall one last time on Australian soil, with their 19th century partnership in ODIs guiding India to a commanding nine-wicket win and helping the Men-in-Blue avoid a 3-0 whitewash.
3 min |
October 26, 2025
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Two Australian women cricketers molested in Indore
Cricket Australia confirmed on Saturday that two of the Australian women's team members, currently participating in the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup in Indore, were molested and \"touched inappropriately\" while walking to a cafe in the city on Thursday.
1 min |
October 26, 2025
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What makes DDLJ such a darling even after 30 years?
(Filmmaker and critics respond)
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