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The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Controlling power, preventing corruption at the roots
Strong efforts to prevent and fight corruption, wastefulness and negative practices, driven by the principle of ‘no forbidden zones, no exceptions’, have delivered tangible results over the past two decades, strengthening public trust and tightening discipline.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Will India gain as UAE's ties with Pakistan cool?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently deported Pakistani Shiite workers after they were removed from their jobs, citing security reasons as the war in West Asia continues.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Delivery at any cost
India’s gig economy is growing fast, but so is the risk of injury on the job.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
No price hike, fuel retail outlets operating normally, LPG delivery robust: Govt
There are adequate stocks of petrol and diesel available at all petrol pumps in the country, regular retail prices for petrol and diesel are unchanged, and there is no price increase at PSU oil marketing companies (OMCs) retail outlets, the government said on Thursday.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Sunil Mittal signals succession transition within a decade
Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, Sunil Bharti Mittal, is looking to hand over to the next generation in a decade's time, by which he expects promoter shareholding in Airtel to rise to above 51 per cent.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Between Story and Stitch: Who Owns the Meaning of the Sari Today?
At the cultural launch of House of Handweaves in Kolkata, the sari emerged as more than fabric: becoming a site where identity, cultural memory, and questions of real empowerment intersect, often uneasily.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Silent Austerity
India’s economic messaging has undergone a subtle but unmistakable shift over the past week.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Jannik Sinner breaks Djokovic's record with 32nd straight Masters win to reach Italian Open semifinals
Jannik Sinner is two victories away from becoming the first home man to win the Italian Open in half a century. And it doesn't seem like anybody can stop him — either in Rome or at the French Open that starts in 10 days.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
India voices concerns over W Asia crisis at BRICS meet
Expressing serious concern over the West Asia crisis, India on Thursday stressed that BRICS nations must work together to shape a more stable, equitable and inclusive international order, adding that “stability cannot be selective, and peace cannot be piecemeal”.
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May 15, 2026
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Tilak to lead India A in Sri Lanka tri-series; Vaibhav, Priyansh earn call-ups
Tilak Varma (photo) has been named captain of the India ‘A’ team for the upcoming 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka, with exciting young batters Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Priyansh Arya earning places in the squad announced by the senior men’s selection committee on Thursday.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
US authorities likely to drop case against Adani Group chief soon
The US authorities are moving to resolve the allegations of fraud against Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and bring to an end the case, which has been lingering for more than a year, according to sources.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Large-format, experience-led stores account for 50 per cent of India's jewellery leasing
India’s retail jewellery leasing has moved sharply toward large-format stores, which accounted for 50 per cent of leasing in 2025 sharply higher than 14 per cent in 2019, a report said on Thursday.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Congress ends Kerala cliffhanger, picks Satheesan to lead UDF's historic comeback
The Congress on Thursday finally ended nearly ten days of uncertainty over the government leadership in Kerala by officially naming senior party leader and Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan as the next Chief Minister.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
When the Ordinary Becomes Eternal: Reimagining Everyday Life Through Lines and Silence
At Sunayani Chitrashala, Dr. Subimalendu Bikas Sinha transforms fleeting moments of daily life into profound artistic expressions, inviting viewers to look beyond the visible and feel the essence of existence.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Social support not at cost of operational efficiency
As the dust settles over West Bengal’s electoral mandate, one reality stands reinforced — welfare-driven governance continues to enjoy public legitimacy.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Bar Council of India seeks Mamata Banerjee's enrolment records
The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Wednesday directed its West Bengal affiliate to furnish details relating to the enrolment and practice status of former Chief Minister and Trinamul Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee within the next two days.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
RBI cancels registrations of 150 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the Certificate of Registration (CoR) of 150 Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), with the highest number of affected firms registered in Delhi and West Bengal, according to a central bank release issued on Thursday.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Appeals made to stop killings in Manipur; over 38 held hostage
More than 38 persons belonging to different communities were kept hostages by unknown persons in renewed conflicts between two groups in the state.
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May 15, 2026
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Sunetra Pawar elevates sons, clips wings of Sunil Tatkare, Praful Patel in NCP
Ajit Pawar-founded NCP supremo and Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar has overhauled her party's senior leadership ensuring that both Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare have lost their senior posts within the party, according to party sources.
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May 15, 2026
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Anti-India chorus rises in B'desh as New Delhi sends new envoy
As a new high-powered Indian envoy prepares to take charge in Dhaka, the second political appointee to serve as India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, a familiar and potentially dangerous political pattern appears to be resurfacing across the border.
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May 15, 2026
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Goyal discusses measures to boost fisheries exports
Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Thursday met Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy, Ranjan Singh, and discussed opportunities to boost fisheries exports.
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May 15, 2026
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Super Kings look to stay alive in playoff race against LSG
Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will head into Friday’s IPL clash against already-eliminated Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium knowing that their playoff hopes are still alive, even if the campaign so far has been far from smooth.
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May 15, 2026
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Rajnath warns Pakistan of ‘unimaginable’ consequences if it dares to target India
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh once again delivered a strong message to Pakistan, saying if it dared to cast an evil eye at India, consequences will be unimaginable and unprecedented.
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May 15, 2026
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SEBI proposes cleanup of derivatives rulebook, ease of business reforms
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Thursday proposed a clean-up of regulations governing exchange-traded derivatives to reduce compliance burden on stock exchanges and to simplify market processes.
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May 15, 2026
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CM Fadnavis rides motorbike to office, Cong terms it a ‘stunt’ and ‘photo op’
Maharashtra CM rode a black Royal Enfield motorbike all the way to the state assembly building (Vidhan Bhavan) at Nariman Point, from his ‘Varsha’ residence at Malabar Hill, in South Mumbai on Thursday, catching onlookers and commuters by surprise, even as his security escort convoy followed him on motorbikes as well.
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May 15, 2026
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Man City keep up pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace
The Premier League title race is not over yet. Manchester City cut Arsenal's lead at the top of the standings back to two points after beating Crystal Palace 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.
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May 15, 2026
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Leo Messi has 2 goals and an assist as Inter Miami rallies for 5-3 victory over Cincinnati
Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist, German Berterame had the go-ahead goal in the 84th minute and Inter Miami rallied for a 5-3 victory over Cincinnati on Wednesday, extending its road winning streak to seven.
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May 15, 2026
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China’s Xi signals ‘new era’ in US-China ties, issues warning on Taiwan at Beijing summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping has described the emerging phase of relations with the United States as a “new era” of more stable and managed competition, while issuing a pointed warning over Taiwan, calling it the most sensitive and dangerous issue in bilateral ties.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
Stock market records gains amid easing volatility, Sensex up 790 pts
The Indian Stock Market on Thursday soared easing volatility amid positive global market trends.
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May 15, 2026
The Statesman Bhubaneswar
When you drop Virat Kohli in a chase, it becomes very difficult: Nayar after KKR's defeat
Dropping Virat Kohli in a run chase can prove costly for any opposition. On Wednesday night, three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders learned that the hard way, with head coach Abhishek Nayar admitting the missed opportunity proved decisive in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's six-wicket win in Raipur.
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