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The Luminous Luminosity of Silence
Undeniably, poets are divinely gifted human beings who possess sharpened sensitivity and the ability to channelize their pent-up pile of feelings in a sublime and subtle manner.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman
At least a dozen stray dogs poisoned to death
In a disturbing incident of cruelty towards animals, some unidentified miscreants allegedly killed at least a dozen stray dogs by feeding them poison laced food at the posh Shyamla Hills Apartments at Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday night.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman
RR successfully defend 159, beat listless LSG by 40 runs
Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 43 off 29 balls, along with a terrific haul of 3-20 by Jofra Archer, helped Rajasthan Royals successfully defend a modest total to defeat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman
NIA court denies bail to PFI accused, cites digital evidence
A Special NIA Court here has rejected the bail application of Iqbal Ibrahim Khan, an accused in the Popular Front of India (PFI) conspiracy case, citing digital evidence placed on record by the National Investigation Agency.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman
ECl issues show-cause notice to Kharge over ‘terrorist’ remark aimed at PM Modi
The Election Commission of India on Wednesday issued a show-cause notice to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his “terrorist” remark directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, taking serious note of the comment in the midst ofthe ongoing Assembly election cycle.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman
India-Korea partnership charts a new course
At a time of profound shifts in £ global geopolitical and geo-economics landscape, His Excellency Lee Jae Myung, President of the Republic of Korea, paid a highly successful State Visit to India rom 19 to 21 April 2026, signaling the dawn of a new phase in the Korea-India Special Strategic Partnership.
4 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman
Prestige battles, shifting loyalties dominate Bengal's first phase
As the state goes into the first phase of polling on 23 April, covering 152 constituencies across 16 districts, the contest is more about prestige battles and shifting political loyalties, making it one of the most closely watched electoral showdowns in recent times.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman
Mbappé and Vinilift Real Madrid out of a 4-game slump with a 2-1 win over Alaves
Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Junior each scored as Real Madrid ended a four-game winless streak by defeating Alaves 2-1 on Tuesday to move closer to Spanish league leader Barcelona.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Mahakumbh fame girl reportedly pregnant
ACCORDINGTO SOURCES, THE HUSBAND FARMAAN KHAN HAS TOLD THE MP POLICE TEAM THAT HIS WIFE HAS A PREGNANCY OF ONE MONTH AND DOCTORS HAVE ADVISED HER TO STAY HOME.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Revised Capital Law to pave the way for HaNoi to make a breakthrough
In recent years, Ha N6i has achieved comprehensive progress, further consolidating its role as the country’s political and administrative centre and as a key driver of national growth.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Redwood India head: Hyd chosen for talent, AI growth
Redwood Software selected Hyderabad for its global centre due to the city’s strong talent pool, infrastructure and innovation-driven culture, said Rajkumar Paulraj, Vice President (Engineering) and Country Head of Redwood India.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
UK, Francetolead Hormuz securitymeet: UK Defence Ministry
Military planners from more than 30 countries are set to convene at the UK's Permanent Joint Headquarters in Northwood, North London, as part of a UK and France led effort to develop a coordinated plan aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to an official press release by the UK Ministry of Defence.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Bengal’s Missing Debate
The proposals of contending political parties acknowledge the importance of urban development, but in a business-as-usual manner. As Bengal moves toward an urban future, the central challenge is not merely building new towns, but managing land, infrastructure, and governance in a way that aligns urban growth with economic transformation and environmental sustainability
5 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
From Maharashtra to Punjab, temperatures soar, leading to heat waves, power cuts
Reeling under 44°C temperatures over the past few days, Nagpur in Maharashtra has reportedly been facing frequent short-term power cuts, leaving people struggling in the intense heat.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Sanjay Raut hails woman who confronted BJP workers as a symbol of 'Nari Shakti'
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday praised a woman who confronted Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in Maharashtra, describing the incident as an expression of “women’s strength.”
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Not a cakewalk for TMCcandidatein Durgapur, but still confident of win
It is unlikely to be a cakewalk for Pradip Majumdar (photo) in the Durgapur (Purba) Assembly constituency, where he was elected by a narrow margin in 2021.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
West Bengal's real poll battle: Not on streets, but over who gets to vote
Armoured vehicles rumble along rural roads and Central Armed Police forces patrol through bazaars.
5 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Raj CM targets Congress for ‘dishonouring’ Army and committing scamsin defence procurements
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Wednesday targetted the arch rival Congress for dishonouring the army and acting against the interests of the soldiers and committed scams in defence procurements from foreign companies.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Shah raises issues of women’s safety and security at Dadpur rally
Union home minister Amit Shah today addressed the ‘Vijay Sankalp Sabha’ at Balikukhari ground in Dadpur, Hooghly, in support of BJP candidates Swaraj Ghosh (Saptagram) and Barnali Das (Dhanekhali).
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
North Bengal votes amid SIR row and high-stakes political battle
Voters across eight districts of North Bengal are poised to exercise their democratic rights in the Assembly elections scheduled for 23 April.
4 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Fuel supplies normal, ignore rumours: IOCL
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, senior Indian oil company officials say the supply of all petroleum products, including petrol, diesel and LPG, in Uttar Pradesh is completely normal and under control.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Empty Metros
India’s metro rail expansion is often presented as a symbol of arrival ~ a visual shorthand for modernity, efficiency, and global ambition.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
15-year-old gangraped in TN, NCW initiates suo motu action, seeks report from DGP in 5 days
In a shocking incident, a 15-year-old girl was gang raped at Cheyyar in Tiruvannamalai district Tamil Nadu yesterday sending shock waves and triggering stern reaction from the Opposition parties, even as the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Wednesday initiated suo motu cognisance of the incident and directed the Director General of Police (DGP)/HoPF to submit a detailed report within five days onthe action taken in the incident.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
BJP will misuse CAPF to secure votes: CM Mamata
A day before the first phase of Assembly elections in Bengal, Trinamul Congress chairperson and state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged people to remain vigilant and ensure that paramilitary personnel do not cast votes forcibly for the BJP.
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April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Textile exports rise 2.1 pct to₹3.16 lakh crore in FY26
India’s textile sector sustained its growth momentumin global markets in the Financial Year 2025-26, with total exports, including handicrafts, rising 2.1 per cent year-on-year to Rs 316,3349 crore from Rs3098593 crore in the previous fiscal, reflecting steady global demand and competitiveness across segments.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
‘Zero’ assets to ₹500 to ₹5,868 cr: Hundreds of candidates test luck
From ‘zero-asset’ to having just about Rs 500 to billionaires ~ such as AIADMK’s Lalgudi candidate Leema Rose Martin with declared assets of over Rs 5,868 crore ~ Thursday's elections will seal the fate of around 4,023 candidates from different political parties and economic background in 234 Tamil Nadu constituencies and 1,478 candidates in Phase-I elections in West Bengal on 152 seats.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
‘Use EVMs to keep anti-Bengal BJP away’
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today addressed a public meeting at Nalikul at Hooghly in support of Trinamul Congress candidates from Singur, Haripal and Chanditala constituencies.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Appeal to be filed against acquittal in Malegaon blast case
The Jamiatul Ulema-e-Hind which represents those who were acquitted in the Malegaon bomb blast case in 2016, plan to appeal against the accused who were acquitted by the Bombay High Court on Wednesday.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Nitish announces new JD-U executive; son Nishant left out
JD(U) National President Nitish Kumar has announced the party's new national executive committee, comprising 24 leaders.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Real estate sector records 72 per cent growth in capital inflows to $5.1 bn in 2026
The real estate sector has witnessed a record surge in the capital inflows in the first quarter of 2026, with the investments rising 72 per cent year-on-year to $5.1 billion.
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