The Statesman Kolkata - January 05, 2025

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January 05, 2025

Minister, MP argue over honking, overspeeding

Babul Supriyo, IT minister in the Mamata Banerjee cabinet and BJP MP and former judge of Calcutta High Court Abhijit Gangopadhyay entered into a heated exchange of words on Vidyasagar Setu across river Hooghly on Friday night over alleged blowing of car horn.

1 min

Fake passport case: Former police officer arrested

Kolkata Police's detective department conducted search operations across North 24-Parganas and held a former police officer in the fake passport scam.

1 min

RG Kar case: Recording of witnesses' statements over

Sources said that the CBI has already submitted its investigation report in the matter to the special court

1 min

Kanchrapara workshop to take AI help for operations

With artificial intelligence reshaping global industries and revolutionising industries worldwide, the Kanchrapara Workshop (KPAW) of Eastern Railway has developed an in-house AI-powered website to monitor and plan various activities, redefining the way workshops function.

1 min

Rally by Narayana International School for a plastic-free world

Narayana International School, Khidderpore, in collaboration with Bharat Scouts and Guides, organised a rally titled \"Small Action Today, Plastic-Free Tomorrow\" to spread awareness about the harmful effects of plastic usage and encourage eco-friendly alternatives.

1 min

Surplus yield leads to cauliflowers being sold at ₹1 in Burdwan

Cauliflower, a favourite winter vegetable, has seen a remarkable drop in its prices across East Burdwan.

1 min

Cong Launches 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' Campaign

The Congress on Saturday launched the 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' campaign over the remarks of Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar recently and alleged attack on the Constitution by the BJP-led government at the Centre.

1 min

'My govt committed to empowering rural India'

PM Modi inaugurates Bharat Grameen Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam

2 mins

Dense fog paralyses Delhi-NCR, most of North India

North India came to a standstill on Saturday, as intense cold waves and dense fog blanketed the region, causing widespread disruptions.

1 min

US NSA to visit India for talks with Doval; to also meet EAM

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan is arriving here on Sunday on a two-day visit to hold talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on a range of issues across the breadth of the US-India partnership -from space, defence, and strategic technology cooperation to shared security priorities in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

1 min

Six men killed in deadly explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu

Six people were killed in a deadly explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit at Ammayanaickenpatti village near Sattur in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, about 520 km south of Chennai, on Saturday morning.

1 min

Maternal deaths: Karnataka BJP holds protest, urges Congress government to give ₹25 lakh ex-gratia to victims' families

The Karnataka BJP on Saturday staged a large protest in Shivamogga condemning the \"anti-people\" policies of the Congress government, which has shown negligence despite the series of maternal deaths occurring across the state.

1 min

Contractor's Suicide: Govt's Job to Hold Fair Probe, Says Kharge

Karnataka BJP Holds Statewide Protests Demanding Resignation of Priyank Kharge

2 mins

Journalist's murder in Chhattisgarh triggers statewide protests

The brutal murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, whose body was discovered in a septic tank in Bijapur, has sparked outrage across Chhattisgarh, igniting widespread protests and fierce political debates.

2 mins

'PM sending mixed signals'

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday lashed out at the Modi government, saying that the Prime Minister was sending mixed signals while sending chadar to Ajmer Sharif even when Sangh Parivar sympathisers were demanding excavations at the dargah.

1 min

Telangana's Advisory on HMPV

Although no cases of Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Telangana, the state health department has come up with a series of Dos and Don'ts as a safeguard against respiratory infections.

1 min

Nuclear scientist Rajagopala Chidambaram, key figure in strategic weapons development, passes away; PM condoles death

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Dr Rajagopala Chidambaram, a pivotal figure in India's nuclear programme on Saturday.

1 min

Maratha activist warns Munde won't be allowed to roam the street

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil said in Parbhani on Saturday that Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde of the Ajit Pawar-led NCP, who has been accused of being the political godfather of the alleged killer of Massajog village sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh, will not be allowed to roam the streets.

1 min

Kejriwal built 'Sheesh Mahal' using money belonging to Delhiites: Amit Shah

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of 'Sheesh Mahal', Union Home Minister Amit Shah charged Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Convener Arvind Kejriwal with building a palatial home when he was the chief minister by using Delhiites' money and said the latter needs to give an account to the people of the national capital.

1 min

Kiren Rijiju Offers 'Chadar' at Ajmer Sharif on Behalf of PM Modi

The Union Minister prayed for peace & tranquility & a spirit of brotherhood & unity in the country

1 min

PM to launch multiple development projects worth over ₹12,000 crore in Delhi on Sunday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore on Sunday in Delhi, which is expected to go to the polls in February.

1 min

Prashant Kishor likely to face action for dharna at unauthorised location in Patna

The Patna district administration is considering action against poll strategist-turned-politician and Jan Suraaj Founder Prashant Kishor for staging a sit-in protest at an unauthorised location in Gandhi Maidan, according to an official statement on Saturday.

1 min

India Committed to Taking Lead in AI: PM Modi

The Prime Minister made these remarks while talking to Indian entrepreneur Vishal Sikka who called on him.

1 min

Sanjay Raut Claims BJP MLA Attacking Dhananjay Munde at Fadnavis' Behest

Rajya Sabha MP of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, Sanjay Raut, claimed in Mumbai on Saturday that BJP MLA Suresh Dhas, who has been making allegations against food and civil supplies minister Dhananjay Munde as well as asking Munde to resign, is acting on the orders of none other than Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis himself.

1 min

INSV Tarini departs New Zealand for double-handed circumnavigation expedition

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini set sail from Lyttelton Port, New Zealand today, marking the beginning of the third and longest leg of its historic circumnavigation journey.

1 min

Right on a Roll

The war in Ukraine poses a threat to the post-Berlin Wall order in Europe. But it is ridiculous to talk about the end of Europe. Social democracy and a liberal social welfare state, its commitment to economic solidarity and its role in addressing climate change, place the old continent on a higher pedestal. Europe may have begun to lose its cutting edge in technology. But it hasn't yet lost its democratic plot

4 mins

Toxic Legacy

Four decades after the catastrophic gas leak that devastated Bhopal, the recent removal of toxic waste from the Union Carbide plant marks a small yet significant step in addressing the lingering fallout of one of the world's worst industrial disasters.

2 mins

Ukraine Challenge

As the war in Ukraine grinds into its third year, the shifting dynamics of international politics and battlefield realities could make 2025 a pivotal year.

2 mins

H-1B visas

SIR, I refer to \"H1-B Dilemma\" (January 1). Donald Trump's endorsement of the H1-B visa program amid the debate between Elon Musk and Steve Bannon reflects a calculated yet controversial stance on immigration policy.

2 mins

Lessons from 2024 and prospects for 2025

The economy of Bangladesh faced sustained stress throughout 2024, with macroeconomic stability continuing to deteriorate – a trend from the past few years – due to a series of challenges.

2 mins

DADIMA TALES

When I was a primary school student, 'Dalmia' brand of glucose biscuits were very popular. They were consumed with tea in middle-class households like ours.

2 mins

Enjoy the froth till it lasts

With the return of the highly unpredictable Donald Trump as US President this month, how should anyone manage his or her risks?

4 mins

Many sides to the HIB visa debate

US President-elect Donald Trump is in an unusual position - trying to please both billionaire tech guys who fund his campaigns and his hard-core base. Immigration and the H1B visa have become contentious among Trump's core supporters and moderates.

3 mins

Security Tightened After Mob Attack in Manipur

Large contingent of security forces has been deployed in the Kangpokpi district

1 min

Himanta Biswa Sarma to begin Mumbai visit today to promote Advantage Assam 2.0

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will visit Mumbai on Sunday.

1 min

Mahakumbh to be showcased at tourism fairs in Spain & Germany

In a major initiative to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading global tourism destination, the Yogi Adityanath government is set to showcase the state's tourism offerings at the International Tourism Trade Fairs in Madrid, Spain, and Berlin, Germany.

1 min

Congress Demands Action as Ashish Patel's Controversy Reaches CM Yogi's Desk

The Congress party has demanded that Uttar Pradesh Minister Ashish Singh Patel be sacked if found guilty of corruption or that he leave the NDA if he is being unfairly targeted.

1 min

Republican Mike Johnson Reelected House Speaker in Dramatic Floor Vote

Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection Friday as House Speaker on a first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP holdouts in a tense standoff and buoyed by a nod of support from President-elect Donald Trump.

1 min

Taiwan Says China Is Redoubling Efforts To Undermine Democracy With Disinformation

Taiwan's government says China is redoubling efforts to undermine confidence in the self-governing island's democracy and close ties with the United States through the spread of disinformation, especially online.

1 min

Trump's sentencing is set for 10 January

Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan scheduled the sentencing for 10 days before Trump's inauguration — but the judge indicated that he's leaning toward a sentence that would amount to just closing the case without any real punishment

2 mins

The Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Truce Is Holding So Far, Despite Violations

A fragile ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has held up for over a month, even as its terms seem unlikely to be met by the agreed-upon deadline.

1 min

Strength of NCC cadets increased from 17 to 20 lakh in 2024: DG NCC

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2025 is witnessing the participation of 2,361 cadets, including 917 girls - the largest number till date.

1 min

Indian Coal Sector Clocks Record Production in 2024

Coal production reached an all-time high of 1,039.59 million tonnes (provisional) in 2024, marking a significant 7.28 percent growth compared to the previous year's total of 969.07 MT, the government said on Saturday.

1 min

Centralised Pension Payments System rolled out in all EPFO offices across India

The EPFO has completed the full-scale rollout of the new Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS) across all its disbursing offices in a landmark move towards enhancing pension services, the Ministry for Labour and Employment said.

1 min

Servo Premier League a big hit in second edition

Indian Oil, in association with The Statesman, successfully hosted the second edition of the much-anticipated Servo Premier League, a full-day cricket tournament for Servo Stockists and Bazaar Resellers.

1 min

ISL: FC Goa ride Brison's brace to beat Odisha FC, extend unbeaten streak

Goan outfit stay unbeaten in fifth consecutive match to hold on to the third spot on the points table

2 mins

There's no particular number in mind: Prasidh Krishna reflects on SCG track

Acknowledging the inconsistency of the surface at the Sydney Cricket Ground, India pacer Prasidh Krishna said there is no particular target in mind after his team ended up with an overall lead of 145 with four wickets in their bag after the second day's play in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Saturday.

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Bumrah's a threat at all times, feels Australia head coach McDonald

Australia would be hoping for Jasprit Bumrah to remain in the sidelines for the rest of the fifth and final Test after India's pace spearhead and stand-in skipper was forced out of the ground with back spasms on day two of the Sydney Test.

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Gavaskar slams SCG pitch after 15 wickets fall in one day

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes the green pitch at the fast-moving ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground would have been questioned if the game had been played in India, adding that the surface which has been dished out is not ideal for the longest format of the gentleman's game.

1 min

BGT: Pant's fireworks keep Indian hopes alive on Day 2

Wicketkeeper-batter brings T20 flavour to Test cricket as 15 wickets fall on second day of Sydney Test

2 mins

'I have confidence in myself': Rohit refutes retirement talk

Refuting speculations of retirement from the longest format, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Saturday cleared the air following his non-selection for the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney.

2 mins

Bus from Kolkata topples near Mukutmanipur, 15 injured

A bus carrying picnic revellers from Kolkata toppled near Mukutmanipur, a tourist destination in Bankura this morning, leaving at least 15 injured.

1 min

Two more arrested in Malda TMC leader's murder case

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of popular Trinamul Congress leader Babla Sarkar.

1 min

South Bengal Sports Carnival

Soccer star Bhichung Bhutia will lead a marathon with the participants to give a boost to the games

1 min

ER to run 12 galloping EMU Mela special trains

The zonal railway has announced it would run the 12 special trains between 12 and 17 January in different directions

1 min

Paribesh Bandhab Haat: Celebration of tradition and sustainability

Upon entering the Paribesh Bandhab Haat, one is immediately carried away to a different realm of vibrant hues, cheerful faces and a serene atmosphere nestled in the lap of nature.

2 mins

Operation Iron Tempest and the treachery around narcotics

(An excerpt from 'The Nukes, the Jihad, the Hawalas and Crystal Meth')

3 mins

Nationalistic identity and pride

(An excerpt from 'India's New Right: Powering The Current Wave of Nationalism and Civilisational Revival')

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