The Statesman Siliguri - January 03, 2025
The Statesman Siliguri - January 03, 2025
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January 03, 2025
Centre amends prison rules across states to address caste-based discrimination
In a step towards discouraging caste-based discrimination and addressing the issue with regard to prisoners, the Ministry of Home Affairs has amended the prison manual rules across the states and union territories.
1 min
BGT 2024-25: Struggling Rohit doubtful starter for Sydney Test
Amid rumours of Rohit Sharma mulling at Test retirement after the completion of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series, India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday refused to clear the uncertainty over the out-of-form skipper's participation for the fifth and final Test, starting Friday at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
1 min
Manu Bhaker, Gukesh D among four athletes to be awarded Khel Ratna
Double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker and chess world champion D Gukesh are among the four athletes finalised for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, the Sports Ministry announced on Thursday.
2 mins
Sebaashray health camps start working in Diamond Harbour
All the Assembly segments under Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat ~ Diamond Harbour, Falta, Bishnupur, Budge Budge, Satgachia, Metiabruz and Maheshtala ~ will have these health camps
3 mins
Government Has Worked for the People of Bengal: Abhishek
Trinamul Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee said he believes that the Sebaashray initiative will show the way to not just Bengal, but the whole nation.
2 mins
Mamata disapproves Semester System in primary education
Hardly five days after the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) announced to introduce a semester system at the government and aided primary schools (from Classes I to V) on 28 December, chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday asked to withdraw the WBBPE's decision.
1 min
Primary teachers' job scam: Framing of charge sheet deferred again
The framing of the charge sheet on alleged primary teachers recruitment scam was deferred again on Thursday for three more days, owing to the illness of Sujoy Krishna Bhadra.
1 min
TMC Leader Dulal Sarkar Shot Dead
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her shock on social media while recalling the slain leader's association with the party; she also asked ministers Firhad Hakim and Sabina Yeasmin to visit Malda
2 mins
R G Kar financial scam: CBI video-records statements of witnesses
The investigating officials have identified Ghosh, Suman Hazra and Biplab Sinha as the biggest beneficiaries of the 'scam'
1 min
Eastern Railway's Howrah division organises 100-day intensified campaign on TB elimination
The Divisional Railway Hospital, Howrah, under the Eastern Railway, organised an awareness programme as part of the 100-Day Intensified Campaign on TB Elimination today.
1 min
Online forgery: ED raids multiple locations in state
The officials of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are conducting raids at multiple locations in West Bengal in connection with an alleged online forgery scam since Thursday morning, sources said.
1 min
Government felicitates students with high scores in board exams
Fifteen students of West Burdwan district, who performed exceptionally well in the Madhyamik board and related examinations last year were felicitated by the state government today at their respective homes.
1 min
Telangana Officials Seek Time From ED in Formula E Scam
Both senior IAS officer and special chief secretary Arvind Kumar and former HMDA chief engineer BLN Reddy have sought some time to appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Formula E race scam.
1 min
TN sexual assault: HC slams political parties for protests
Protests by political parties just to attract media attention, not out of genuine concern, says judge
2 mins
Centre denying funds, threatening and throttling state: TN school education minister
Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, on Thursday, charged the BJP-led Union Government with denying funds and 'threatening and throttling' the state to implement the New Education Policy (NEP).
1 min
Probe on into video recording in women's washrooms at Hyderabad college after protests
After massive protests by female students of a private engineering college over alleged video recording in hostel bathrooms, police on Thursday registered a case and began investigations.
1 min
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar takes oath as Kerala Governor
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was sworn in as the new Governor of Kerala in a ceremony held at the Raj Bhavan here on Thursday.
1 min
Supreme Court tags Owaisi's plea on Places of Worship Act with pending matters
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the tagging of a plea filed by AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi seeking implementation of the Places of Worship Act, 1991 with a pending batch of matters.
1 min
Prashant Kishor to begin hunger strike over BPSC aspirants' concerns
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor is set to begin an indefinite hunger strike on Thursday, demanding that the concerns of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants be addressed.
1 min
My govt not facing pressure from PM or Home Minister: Omar Abdullah
In a significant statement, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said his government was functioning independently and dismissed reports of being under pressure from the Centre, Raj Bhawan, or any political leaders, including those from the BJP.
1 min
Never directed to end Dallewal's hunger strike: SC
Dallewal has been firm that he would take medical aid only if the Union govt was ready for talks
2 mins
Pacific Narratives
Experts believe that the Indo-Pacific has also given a direct recognition of the growing importance of India whose emergence as a strong economic power and leading security actor in ways reflected in the old facets of the region. To recollect history, the geographical space referred to as Asia-Pacific revolved primarily around two civilizations, India and China. The colonial system led to the end of Indian and Chinese influence over their neighbours and to a fragmentation of the region
7 mins
ADGM from Abu Dhabi to GMC - A gateway for foreign investment
The adoption of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) legal framework for Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) marks a pivotal development in Bhutan's economic strategy.
2 mins
The World Can Be Better When Hopes Coalesce
We all like to start a new year on a hopeful note.
3 mins
Occasional Notes
AUSTRALIA has been again lucky in the toss and has again started excellently.
1 min
Are tourists loving Kyoto to death?
Kyoto, one of Japan's major tourist destinations, is suffering from over-tourism amid booming inbound demand.
4 mins
Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid Survey Report Reaches Court
The Next Action Will Depend On The Instructions Of The Supreme Court Or Allahabad High Court
2 mins
Assam Reclaims 9,000 Ha Encroached Land Amid Declining Forest Cover Concerns
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Thursday that the state government has reclaimed 9,000 hectares (equivalent to 74,000 bighas) of land from illegal encroachment over the past three years, restoring it to the forest department.
1 min
Tripura Govt to Move Bill Giving Retirement Benefits to MLAs Who Served Even for a Day
A Bill would be moved in the Winter session of the Tripura Assembly amending the existing law to provide retirement benefits to MLAs who have served even for just a day, officials said on Thursday.
1 min
CPI Rejects Manipur CM Biren Singh's Apology, Demands His Resignation Amid Governance Crisis
The Communist Party of India (CPI) has dismissed Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh's recent apology for the ethnic violence in the state, demanding his immediate resignation.
1 min
Article 370 the reason behind terrorism in Kashmir valley: Amit Shah
Highlighting the importance of the abrogation of Article 370, Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that it was after its revocation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership that a new era of development began in Kashmir valley which was affected due to terrorism.
1 min
Railways to ensure clean & hygienic food at stations during Kumbh
As preparations for a grand Mahakumbh 2025 gain momentum, the Railways are gearing up to enhance the experience for devotees and visitors, ensuring the availability of clean and hygienic food to them.
1 min
Indian Army Launches Gomti Task Force to Support River Rejuvenation in Uttar Pradesh
In May 2019, the Indian Army and Territorial Army (TA) set a global precedent by establishing the first-ever Composite Ecological Task Force (CETF) for the rejuvenation of the River Ganga, under the ongoing National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG).
1 min
Bangladesh Court Again Rejects Bail for Hindu Leader Who Led Rallies
A court in southeastern Bangladesh on Thursday rejected a plea for bail by a jailed Hindu leader who led large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority groups.
1 min
Firework mortars, gas canisters stuffed inside Tesla that exploded outside Trump's Las Vegas hotel
Firework mortars and camp fuel canisters were found stuffed into the back of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel early Wednesday, killing a suspect inside the vehicle and sparking an intense investigation into possible terrorism.
1 min
Impeached South Korean president issues defiant message as he faces possible detention
SEOUL, 2 JANUARY
1 min
US Army veteran who killed 15 in New Orleans attack was inspired by the Islamic State group
A US Army veteran who drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year's revelers in New Orleans, killing 15 people, had posted videos to social media hours before the carnage saying he was inspired by the Islamic State group and expressing a desire to kill, the president said.
1 min
12 Killed in Montenegro Shooting, Suspect Kills Self
Prime Minister Milojko Spajić said that the government may try to impose a total ban on weapons 'because we must ask ourselves after this who should be allowed to have guns in Montenegro'
2 mins
India Grabs 3.9 Per Cent Global Trade Share in Textiles and Apparel Sector
India holds a share of 3.9 per cent of the global trade in textiles and apparel, and including handicrafts it comprises 8.21 per cent in total exports in 2023-24, government said on Thursday.
1 min
Indian Economy in Robust Spot Globally in 2025 With High-Frequency Indicators Picking Up Growth
As 2025 begins on a note of heightened global uncertainties ahead of the US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, India continues to be in a much stronger position with high-frequency indicators showing a pickup in the pace of growth in the third quarter of current fiscal (Q3 FY25), according to a report on Thursday.
1 min
India's Solar Panel Exports Surge as World Looks Beyond China
India is emerging as a major exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells as countries look for alternatives to China for sourcing supplies in their switch to renewable energy to fight climate change.
1 min
India emerges global leader in IPO volume, QIPs surge to all-time high
Facts first. India has emerged as the leader in IPO volume, hosting twice as many IPOs as the US and 2.5 times more than Europe.
2 mins
Job creation gathers further momentum in 2024-25
While a massive 4.67 crore additional jobs were created in the Indian economy in the financial year ended March 2024, the fast pace of employment generation has continued into 2024-25 in both the formal and informal sectors, official data shows.
1 min
Indian Stock Market Poised to Advance in 2025 Beginning: Report
Indian equity indices are poised to advance in the beginning of 2025 on the back of recovery expected in earnings, supported by a boost in rural spending and a pick-up in government spending, according to a Bank of Baroda (BoB) report released on Thursday.
1 min
Market Continues Winning Streak
Investors' wealth increased by around ₹ 5.8 lakh crore
1 min
Union Budget: Nirmal Sitharaman Meets Financial Sector, Capital Markets Stakeholders
As part of the pre-Budget consultations, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday met stakeholders from the financial sector and capital markets.
1 min
Arsenal coach Arteta heaps praise on Ethan Nwaneri
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hailed the impact of the 17-year-old winger Ethan Nwaneri, who made his full Premier League debut in Arsenal's come-from-behind 3-1 win over Brentford at Gtech Community Stadium.
1 min
Lhingdeikim stars as India women thrash Maldives
Debutant Lhingdeikim netted four goals as the senior India women's team began its 2025 international campaign on a bright note, defeating the Maldives 11-1 in the second FIFA Friendly at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, here on Thursday.
1 min
ISL: NorthEast United FC Face Struggling Mohammedan SC With Eye on 3rd Spot
Currently fourth on the points table, the hosts will move closer to a play-offs berth if they beat the Kolkata outfit
3 mins
52 Years After Creating Paralympics History, Petkar to Get Arjuna Award for Lifetime Achievement
There is a widely-held belief that the Indian Army soldier can fight against the most impossible odds and the toughest of situations. Murlikant Rajaram Petkar is the very embodiment of that legendary fighting spirit.
2 mins
Djokovic defeats Monfils, enters Brisbane quarters
Novak Djokovic extended his head-to-head record against Gael Monfils to 20-0 with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 victory in the second round of the Brisbane International, here at the Pat Rafter Arena.
1 min
Oz Confirm Webster's SCG debut, Will Replace Off-Colour Marsh
The all-rounder will be fielded during the final Test as Australia aim to regain the BGT trophy
2 mins
Finch backs Virat Kohli amid poor form, controversies
Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch said that star India batter Virat Kohli is trying to \"pick up a fight\" and is \"trying to be antagonistic\" because that is when he plays at his best and puts all his skills on the show.
1 min
Rewind 2024: Neeraj Chopra enjoys stellar year with Olympic silver, World Championships triumph
Neeraj Chopra, India's 'Golden Boy,' solidified his place as one of the nation's greatest athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
2 mins
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Sprache: English
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The Statesman is one of India’s oldest English newspapers. It was founded in Kolkata in 1875 and is directly descended from The Friend of India (founded 1818). The Englishman (founded 1821) was merged with The Statesman in 1934. The Delhi edition of The Statesman began publication in 1931. The Statesman Weekly is a compendium of news and views from the Kolkata, Bhuvneshwar, Siliguri and Delhi editions.
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