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India's defence sector rapidly moving towards self-reliance: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister and Lucknow Rajnath MP Singh has Drain and have claimed that India's defence sector is rapidly moving towards self-reliance.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
India's macroeconomic position reflects 'cautious resilience', policy vigilance needed: MER
India's macroeconomic position reflects \"cautious resilience\"; however, the rise in global energy prices, a depreciating rupee, rising upstream cost pressures, and the prospect of a below-normal monsoon require policy vigilance, said the Monthly Economic Review (MER) released by the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) here on Saturday.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar-inside Karnataka powershift
Congress troubleshooter D.K. Shivakumar was on Saturday elected leader of the Congress Legislature Party, officially paving the way for the fulfilment of his long-cherished ambition of becoming Karnataka Chief Minister.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Bus operators seek CM's intervention on fare hike issue
With fuel prices shooting through the roof in the past few weeks, the bus operators in the city and suburbs are demanding immediate intervention of the new chief minister on the issue of fare hike for private and minibuses.
1 min |
May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Chief Minister asks pvt hospitals to reserve 15 pc beds for free treatment
At least 15 per cent of beds in private hospitals and nursing homes across West Bengal have to be allotted for free treatment of patients, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said on Saturday.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
IIFCL records highest ever annual sanctionsof Rs 57,680 crore in FY 2025-26
India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) has recorded its highest-ever annual sanctions of Rs 57,680 crore during FY 2025-26, registering a growth of approximately 13 per cent over the previous financial year.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
4 rebel MLAs join Vijay's party; AIADMK petitions Arlekar
Days after four of its Rebel MLAS resigned their posts and joined the ruling Tamila Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) of Chief Minister Vijay, a battered and bruised AIADMK, which was yet to recover itself from successive poll losses, including the recent Assembly election debacle, on Saturday met Tamil Nadu Governor R V Arlekar and submitted a petition seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged horse-trading indulged by the TVK leading to poaching of its four MLAs.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
India confirms BrahMos export pact with Vietnam; Indonesia deal in final stages
In a major development for India's defence exports and strategic outreach in Southeast Asia, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has confirmed that Vietnam has signed a deal to acquire the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system, while negotiations with Indonesia are in the final stages.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Rahul targets Centre over exam controversies, says students will hold govt accountable
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Saturday mounted a scathing attack on the Narendra Modi-led government over a series of controversies surrounding major national examinations, alleging that the Centre has systematically undermined India's education system and jeopardised the future of millions of students.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Technical glitches reported in CUET UG exam in Varanasi
Technical glitches reported during the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 here on Saturday have sparked yet another controversy.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
Farmers'body rejoices after BJP's industrialisation push in Singur
The Singur Bondha Zomi Punor Beyabhar Committee has welcomed the recent statement made by BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya in favour of setting up an industrial hub in Singur.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman
EAM, Myanmar President hold talks on deepening cooperation
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Saturday called on the visiting UMin Aung Hlaing, President of Myanmar, in New Delhi and held talks on deepening cooperation in various spheres between the two countries.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Critical anchor: Pete Hegseth on India in Indo-Pacific strategy amid China concerns
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Saturday identified India as a key pillar of stability in the Indo-Pacific, as Washington sharpened its regional strategy aimed at countering China’s military expansion while pressing allies to expand defence responsibilities.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Controlled Fire
The renewed exchange of strikes between the United States and Iran exposes the uncomfortable truth behind the language of ceasefires and diplomacy in West Asia: the war has paused, but the confrontation has not ended.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Sinner’s French Open loss was the latest in a series of issues with heat and cramps
Two days after Jannik Sinner’s shocking meltdown at the French Open, it’s still unclear what exactly the issue was that led to him wasting a seemingly insurmountable advantage in his second-round match.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
CM Suvendu launches HPV vaccine in state
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday launched the state-wide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination that will be administered free of cost to adolescent girls across the state.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Human face
Sir, Immediately on taking over charge of the state after ending TMC’s 15-year rule, the BJP government has been in action mode by taking a slew of steps ~ transfer of land for fencing borders, lowering the decibel level during azan, stopping crowds on public roads, restrictions on cattle slaughter, stopping stipends for imams and purohits, addressing the menace of unauthorised constructions, clearing Howrah and Sealdah stations of hawkers in a move to restore railway properties, crackdown on the tolabaaz army of the TMC regime, implementing the Annapurna scheme, unemployment assistance, Kisan Samman Nidhi, etc.
1 min |
May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Taiwan: An Ideal Destination for Tourists
What is the first impression that comes to mind when you think of Taiwan?
5 min |
May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Precision Without the Blade: Kolkata’s New Era in Brain Care
Treating brain tumors and complex neurological disorders has taken a massive leap forward. Today, doctors can treat conditions deep inside the brain without making a single surgical incision.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Did Hindu values lead to Gabbard’s resignation?
When I heard the name “Tulsi Gabbard” years ago I assumed that she was an Indian American, married to a Mr. Gabbard because Tulsi is a sacred plant to the Hindus.
5 min |
May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Broken Trust
India’s examination system is facing a crisis that goes far beyond marksheets, answer scripts or software glitches.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Finals are all about mental strength: Gill backs GT ahead of RCB showdown
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill believes mental strength, rather than physical freshness, will be the decisive factor when his side takes on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
DK Shivakumar elected CLP leader, to take over as K'taka CM on 3 June
D K Shivakumar was unanimously elected leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) on Saturday, formally paving the way for him to become Karnataka’s next Chief Minister and bringing to a close months of speculation over a leadership transition that had dominated the state's political landscape.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Drone survey at Behala airport revives hopes
A significant step towards the long-pending operationalisation of Behala Airport was taken on Saturday when the West Bengal government's land & land reforms department carried out a drone-based survey to demarcate land belonging to the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
More than ready: Coach Sangakkara backs Vaibhav for India call-up after stellar IPL season
Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket after a remarkable IPL 2026 season that established him as one of the most exciting young talents in the game.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
WFI wants me to die quickly... I will keep fighting, says Vinesh Phogat
A heartbroken but defiant Vinesh Phogat launched a stinging attack on the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) after failing to qualify for the Asian Games 2026, alleging that sections within the federation wanted her 'to die’ while vowing to continue her fight against all odds.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Abhishek Banerjee attacked by mob in Sonarpur
Trinamul Congress National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked by protesters while on his way to visit the family of a party worker killed in post-poll violence in Sonarpur in South 24-Parganas district on Saturday afternoon.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Few takers likely for Trump’s poison pill
As negotiations to end the Iran war continued on May 25, Donald Trump made a series of phone calls in which he pressed key leaders from the Middle East to join the Abraham accords.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Singapore Open 2026: Satwik-Chirag upset world champions to reach final
India’s top men’s doubles combination of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty knocked off World Champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae of Korea in straight games to reach the final of the Singapore Open BWF World Series Super 750 tournament in Singapore on Saturday.
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May 31, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
ABVP’s central working committee meet welcomes new govt in Bengal
The one-day Central Working Committee meeting of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) concluded in Bhubaneswar, Odisha earlier this week.
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