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The Statesman
SSBDGunveils mascot for All India Police Handball cluster
Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Sanjay Singhal on Thursday formally unveiled the official mascot, 'Tejo', of the Second All India Police Handball Cluster during a curtain-raiser ceremony at the SSB's Siliguri headquarters.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
Bloody start to New Year as TMC leader gunned down in Raiganj
State politics in West Bengal was rocked at the very start of the New Year after a Trinamul Congress leader was shot dead in Raiganj town of North Dinajpur district last midnight.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
ED steps up investigation into Codeine cough syrup smuggling racket in UP
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into a multi-crore illegal codeine-based cough syrup smuggling and money laundering racket in Uttar Pradesh.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
RBI flags global uncertainties, says Indian economy well-placed to withstand shocks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has said that India's economy and financial system remain resilient despite heightened global uncertainties, elevated asset valuations and rising geopolitical risks.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
MP Ritabrata seeks Centre's urgent intervention in deepening jute crisis
Seeking immediate corrective action, MP Ritabrata Banerjee has urged the ministry of textiles to address three critical areas:
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
Hindu man attacked, set on fire in Bangladesh
Another Hindu man in Bangladesh was allegedly attacked on New Year's Eve by assailants who assaulted him and set him on fire.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
2024-25 seasonwas the best Man Cityever hadasateam, says coach Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has described Manchester City's 2024/25 campaign as one of the standout seasons, after his team showed mental and physical fortitude to recover from an injury-laden term and flourish when it mattered most.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
People celebrate Kalpataru Utsav across city
Thousands of people gathered at Kashipur Math of Ramakrishna Mission to take part in Kalpataru Utsav.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
PM to flag off Guwahati-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper this month
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday announced that the first-ever Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will operate between Guwahati in Assam and Howrah in West Bengal.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Shopkeepers operating on rly land in Burnpur get eviction notice
The South Eastern Railway has issued notices to shopkeepers operating on railway land in the market area adjacent to Burnpur station in West Burdwan district, asking them to remove their shops within seven days.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Ranjandih Dam in Purulia to be developed as ecotourism destination
The Raghunathpur sub-divisional administration has plans to develop Ranjandih Dam near Kashipur, which is popularly known as Mini Sundarbans of Purulia into a bird tourism hub.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
BNPleader Tarique Rahman vows tocarry onhislate mother Khaleda Zia’slegacy
Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s current acting chairman Tarique Rahman, bidding his mother and former premier Khaleda Zia a final farewell at her state funeral, promised to carry on her legacy to serve the nation in any best way he could.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
When our New Year resolutions fail
Every year, many of us bravely announce our resolutions for the new year.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman
'Will not bow to malevolent forces,' says CM Mamata
Marking the 28th anniversary of the All India Trinamul Congress (TMC), West Bengal Chief Minister and party chairperson Mamata Banerjee issued a powerful statement of defiance on Thursday, vowing that her party will never succumb to \"malevolent forces.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Govt hikes tobacco excise, industry ‘shocked, surprised’
The government has imposed a fresh and comprehensive excise duty framework on cigarettes and other tobacco products, signalling a decisive tightening of its taxation and regulatory stance on the sector.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Chhattisgarh signs MoU with Sri Sathya Sai Trust to boosthealthcare skills, youth employment
Chhattisgarh took a significant step towards strengthening its healthcare workforce and expanding employment opportunities on Thursday with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Chhattisgarh State Skill Development Authority and the Sri Sathya Sai Health and Education Trust.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
AIADMK gets over 10,000 applications from aspirants ahead of 2026 Assembly elections
With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections scheduled to be held in a few months this year, political activity in the State has begun to intensify, and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has taken an early lead in preparations.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
‘Exporters, MSMEs must leverage Indo-UK FTA to take bilateral trade to next level’
The India—UK Free Trade Agreement has significantly expanded scope of bilateral trade cooperation.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Hospitals to offer ‘home away from home’ for patients’ families
In a move that blends healthcare with compassion, the Chhattisgarh government has announced the creation of dedicated rest homes for relatives of patients at government medical college hospitals, addressing a long neglected hardship faced by families travelling from remote and rural areas for treatment.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Sukhbir Singh Badal's close aide arrested in missing saroop case
Punjab Police have made a significant breakthrough in the sensitive case involving the alleged misappropriation and disappearance of 328 sacred saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, arresting chartered accountant Satinder Singh Kohli, a former internal auditor of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and a close aide of Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
UN makes first visit to Sudan’s El-Fasher since its fall, finding dire conditions
A UN humanitarian team visited el-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur region for the first time since a paramilitary force overran the city in October, carrying out a rampage that is believed to have killed hundreds of people and sent most of the population fleeing.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
WC, Asian Games headline busy 2026 for Indian hockey
After a year of strong performances and notable achievements, the Indian hockey teams are set for an action-packed 2026, with a calendar dominated by major international tournaments and a packed domestic season.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Bangladesh Ex-Foreign Minister warns of Pak-China axis & terror modules
Bangladesh risks being pulled into a dangerous geopolitical and ideological vortex as it aligns itself too closely with Pakistan and China and allows religious extremism to flourish at home, a former foreign minister of the country has warned, painting a bleak picture of economic stagnation, diplomatic isolation and social rupture in the post-Sheikh Hasina era.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Police in J&K's Awantipora raid Jamaat-e-Islami leader's residence
The police in Jammu and Kashmir's Awantipora, on Thursday, carried out a raid at the residence of a banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) organisation member in Dadsara area of Anantnag district, officials said.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Record deliveries on New Year’s Eve: Zomato CEO
Food delivery and quick commerce platforms Zomato and Blinkit achieved record delivery numbers on New Year's Eve, despite calls for strikes circulating over the past few days, its co-founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal said on Thursday.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
GHOSTBUSTERS OF BENGAL
REAL LIFE PARANORMAL DETECTIVES
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Cummins, David in Australia’s T20 WC squad despite injury
Australia have included Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Tim David in their provisional 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, backing the trio to recover from injury in time for the tournament.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
From Mahakumbh to UNESCO recognition, 2025 redefined Uttar Pradesh Tourism
The year 2025 marked a decisive shift for UP tourism.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Murphy eyes spin-friendly conditions at SCG for Ashes finale
Australia offspinner Todd Murphy is hopeful that spin will finally come to the fore in the fifth and final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, a venue traditionally known to offer assistance to slower bowlers, after playing only a limited role in a series dominated by pace.
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January 02, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Absconding SI linked to home guard’s death arrested after 5-day hunt
SAYAN BHATTACHARYA IS THE PRIME SUSPECT LINKED TO THE DEATH OF THE HOME GUARD, GULSHAN PARVIN MOLLAH, WHO WAS FOUND HANGING AT THE POLICE QUARTERS ON SATURDAY.
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