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The Statesman Kolkata
Kantha: Ambitious but deeply flawed
Playing an actor from the 1950s, Dulquer Salmaan is supposed to do a lot of hammy acting while the camera rolls in the film within a film.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
After Belgian court order, PNB keen to drag Choksi to court
After a Belgium Supreme Court verdict paved the way for the extradition of fraudster Mehul Choksi eight days ago, the Punjab National Bank - the principal sufferer of the financial wounds inflicted by the fugitive - has become highly ambitious about dragging the kingpin of the multimillion-dollar scam for legal proceedings, hinted the bank's chief here recently.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Tighter security at CEO's office; Central officials to oversee contested voter roll hearings in Bengal
The state Chief Electoral Officer's office on Friday directed that Central government officials will oversee the hearing phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, marking a significant escalation in the Election Commission's supervision of the process amid mounting tensions and security concerns.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Union Budget 2026-27 likely to be presented on a Sunday
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Union Budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year on 1 February 2026, despite the date falling on a Sunday, according to high-level sources.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
India-Oman trade pact to improve market access, create jobs: Industry
The signing of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is a major milestone in India’s trade and economic engagement with the Gulf region which would significantly improve market access, create jobs, and open new opportunities for Indian companies across goods and services, according to trade experts.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
SFIO flags accounting lapses at IndusInd Bank
The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) met and interacted with IndusInd Bank officials and will send a written communication to the bank seeking details related to accounting discrepancies identified at the bank, the Hinduja-owned IndusIndia Bank stated in a regulatory statement.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Army duo strike gold
Army shooters Lakshita Bishnoiand Sharvan Kumar delivered a composed and authoritative performance to claim the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team gold medalat the 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions, underway at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
India, EU FTA negotiations in decisive phase: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday confirmed that India has reached a \"decisive phase\" in its negotiations with the European Union (EU) for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Gulveer, Sanjivani set to lead Indian Elite charge at 10th World 25K Kolkata
A thrilling Indian Elite contest is set to unfold at the 10th edition of the World 25K Kolkata, as 10000m & 5000m national record holder Gulveer Singh and Sanjivani Jadhav, defending men's and women's champions respectively, ready to headline theactionon one of the world’s fastest 25K courses on Sunday.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Naqaab row turns political in Kashmir
A political slugfest erupted in Kashmir on Friday after the PDP leader Iltija Mufti moved a police complaint seeking an FIR against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over the alleged removal of a Muslim woman's nagaab.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Agartala sees Tipra Motha protest over B’desh remarks on North-east
The youth wing of the Tipra Motha Party (TMP), an ally of the BJP government in Tripura, on Friday, held a strong protest in front of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission (AHC) in Agartala, condemning recent remarks by leaders of the neighbouring country allegedly claiming India's Northeast region.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Police raid Satadru Dutta's home; fresh arrests made as Yuba Bharati probe deepens
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the violence and vandalism at the Salt Lake Stadium reached the Hooghly residence of event organiser Satadru Dutta in Rishra on Friday and conducted a three-hour search, officials said.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Abhishek to visit Sebaashray 2 campin Budge Budgetoday
Abhishek Banerjee, Trinamul Congress MP from Diamond Harbour and the party's national general secretary, will visit a Sebaashray 2 camp in the Budge Budge Assembly constituency tomorrow.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Earlier recruitment processes were opaque, now only transparency: Assam CM attacks Congress
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday took apotshot at Congress, saying that government recruitment in the state has undergone a fundamental transformation over the past few years, moving from an era marked by court battles, alleged corruption and cash-for-jobs scandals to a system that is fair, transparent and merit-based.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Another book fair in Siliguri from 25 December
A COLOURFUL RALLY ON 25 DECEMBER WILL INAUGURATE THE FAIR; MINISTER SIDDIQULLAH CHOWDHURY IS LIKELYTO ATTEND. BAGHAJATIN PARK HAS BEEN CHOSEN AS THE VENUETO ENSURE MAXIMUM PUBLIC PARTICIPATION.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Argentina to be theme country of Kolkata International Book Fair 2026
A special exhibition hall titled 'History of Bengal Cinema and nd Mahanayak' to commemorate the birth centenary of Mahanayak Uttam Kumar will be oart of the 49th edition of Kolkata International Book Fair, 2026.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Turncoat MLAs’ contributions in party fund provethey are in BRS: T'gana Speaker
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar (Photo)has dismissed the disqualification petition against the five turncoat MLAs of the BRS since they have continued to pay their monthly contribution of Rs 5,000 to the party's legislative fund.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
NPG reviews 8 infra projects under Gati Shakti
The 105th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) on Friday reviewed eight major infrastructure projects including seven rail and one road aimed at strengthening multimodal connectivity and improving logistics efficiency under the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Asansol division organises awareness seminar on prevention of sexual harrasment at workplaceforwomen employees
As part of its continued efforts to promote a safe dignified and inclusive working environment, Asansol Division of Eastern Railway organised an awareness seminar on \"Sexual Harassment at Workplace\" exclusively for women employees of the Divisional Railway Hospital DRH Asansol.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Athletic Bilbao, Betis move into Copa del Rey last-16
Athletic Bilbao and Betis reached the Copa del Rey last 16 after tough away tests, while Getafe became the latest topflight casualty in a round of shocks.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
BLO appointments spark fresh row between state and CEO office amid SIR process
A fresh flashpoint has emerged between the West Bengal government and the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with education minister Bratya Basu (photo) on Friday making explosive allegations over the appointment of Booth Level Officers (BLOs).
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
West Midnapore: Court awards life term to three convicted in gang-rape case
THE CRIME TOOK PLACE IN A FORESTED AREA IN GARBETA IN WEST MIDNAPORE IN AUGUST 2020. ONE OFTHE CONVICTS, SURAJ SOREN ~ THE VICTIM'S FIANCE ~ HAD TAKEN HER TO THE FOREST AREA ON THE PRETEXT OF SOLEMNISING THEIR MARRIAGE AT A NEARBYTEMPLE.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Secret to Longevity
Every evening, as the sun dissolves over the Adriatic or behind Florence's terracotta rooftops, Italy comes alive with a spirit of togetherness. Friends meet after work for an espresso, a glass of wine, or an aperitivo. Cafés ring with laughter. Outdoor terraces buzz with conversations. Streets become informal meeting places. There is no rush to go home to solitude or screens
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
'Ministers embroiled in Messimess definitely under the scanner'
The ministers embroiled in the controversy over the Salt Lake Stadium chaos during the Messi show on 13 December are now under the scrutiny, according to a highly placed source at the state secretariat in Nabanna.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
India edge Sri Lanka by eight wickets, set up title clash against Pakistan
Unbeaten half-centuries from Vihaan Malhotra and Aaron George helped India beat Sri Lanka by eight wickets in a rain-hit U19 Men’s Asia Cup semifinal and set up a high-voltage title clash against Pakistan, to be held on Sunday.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Singur Andolanmartyr TapashiMallickremembered onher19thdeathanniversary
Singur Andolan martyr Tapashi Mallick was remembered on her 19th death anniversary yesterday.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Karnataka CM row: Siddaramaiah reiterates there was no power-sharing agreement
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday rejected claims of any power-sharing arrangement with his deputy DK Shivakumar, reiterating that he was picked for the full five-year term and that the
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
DoT showcases 5G growth, local innovation in 2025
India’s telecommunications sector recorded significant progress in 2025, marked by rapid 5G expansion, sharp growth in internet penetration, and major strides toward technological self-reliance, according to the Year End Review released by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Friday.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Rationing a Right
India's rural employment story is not merely about jobs or budgets; it is about how the Indian state defines its obligations to its poorest citizens.
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December 20, 2025
The Statesman Kolkata
Silent Emergency
India's roads kill with a predictability that should shame a modern state.
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