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Danish Cemetery

Serampore's modest Danish cemetery wasn't exclusively for Danes; it also served as the final resting place for the town's other European Protestants.

RJD to hold national convention in Patna on 5 July

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) will hold its national convention in Patna on 5 July, which will also mark the party's Foundation Day, Tejashwi Yadav told the media after the party's National Executive Meeting in Patna on Saturday.

Unseen retro beauties to dazzle city roads

This year's rally will feature automotive legends, rare retro beauties, and vintage four-wheeler counterparts, along with other timeless vehicles that have drawn public admiration for years

Russian Attack Kills 4 People in Kyiv as Ukrainian Drone Strikes Set Russian Fuel Stores Alight

Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital with a barrage of drones and missiles Saturday, leaving at least four people dead, while industrial sites in Russia were set ablaze by Ukrainian strikes.

Assam Rifles seizes heroin in Champhai district of Mizoram

The Assam Rifles has seized heroin worth Rs 34.5 lakh in Champhai district of Mizoram.

Oligarchs rule

In his final address from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden issued a stark warning to the American people about the growing concentration of wealth and power in the United States.

India Has Let Down Afghan Women

SIR, After reading Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh's article 'Ties with Afghanistan' in The Statesman today, I feel that the Indian government by engaging with the Taliban has let down the women of Afghanistan as well as votaries and advocates of democracy across the globe.

HM Amit Shah to Hold Discussions on Disaster Management in Vijayawada Today

To encourage a zero-casualty approach in disaster management, Home Minister Amit Shah will on Sunday interact with top officials of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) at Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh.

Saif Ali Khan's suspected attacker caught on train in Chhattisgarh

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Durg has apprehended the suspect accused of attacking Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan late Wednesday night.

Teenage sensation Romain Esse joins Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace have completed the signing of exciting teenage talent Romain Esse from Millwall, the Premier League club announced on Saturday.

INS Mumbai joins multinational exercise La Perouse to enhance maritime cooperation

The indigenously designed and built guided missile destroyer INS Mumbai is participating in the fourth edition of the Multinational Exercise La Perouse.

Mumbai Marathon: Bugatha, Man Singh bank on high-altitude training

Defending Indian elite men's champion Srinu Bugatha and fellow Armyman Man Singh are hoping their high-altitude training in Ooty will give them an edge in the landmark 20th edition of the Mumbai Marathon to be held on Sunday.

TDP Leaders Demand Lokesh's Elevation as Deputy CM

Seven months after the Telugu Desam Party-led National Democratic Alliance government came to power in Andhra Pradesh, leaders within TDP have started demanding Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to promote his son and minister, Nara Lokesh, as the Deputy Chief Minister.

Nothing is impossible for Kolkata runner Asif Iqbal

It takes a lot of effort and courage to be a marathon runner.

Russia and Iran Sign a Partnership Treaty to Deepen Their Ties in the Face of Western Sanctions

Russian President Vladimir Putin (photo, right) and his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian (photo, left), signed a broad cooperation pact Friday as their countries deepened their partnership in the face of stinging Western sanctions.

Singapore President Highlights Collaborative Opportunities With India

Singapore and India have elevated their partnership to new heights, reflecting India's growing aspirations and the global necessity for deeper collaboration, said during his visit to Odisha. He outlined key areas of mutual interest, including semiconductors, green energy corridors, and sustainability.

Bengaluru FC ride Sunil Chhetri strike to hold Hyderabad FC, climb to second spot

Former champions manage to rescue a point from the away match after veteran star striker scores in the second half

On-the-run murder accused Sajjak Alam killed in police encounter

Sajjak Alam (25), who recently escaped custody after injuring two policemen during a shooting incident in Panjipara, North Dinajpur, was killed in a police encounter this morning near the Indo-Bangladesh border under the jurisdiction of Goalpokhar police station.

Rahul says Bihar has become centre of paper leak, terms Bihar's caste census fake

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said Bihar has become the centre of paper leak, unemployment and poverty.

The rise-and potential fall-of TikTok in the USA

The possibility of the U.S. outlawing TikTok kept influencers and users in anxious limbo during the four-plus years that lawmakers and judges debated the fate of the video-sharing app.

3 Suspected Rohingya Infiltrators Nabbed in Kolkata

Three suspected illegal Rohingya infiltrators from Myanmar were arrested at the busy Sealdah railway station in central Kolkata on Saturday, police said.

India Continues to Outpace Global Peers on Economic Growth: Centre

As the fastest-growing large economy, with steady growth projected at 6.7 per cent over the next two fiscal years, India continues to outpace global peers and cement its position as a leader in economic resilience and progress, the government said on Saturday.

Kohli, Rahul to sit out next round of Ranji Trophy games

Star batters Virat Kohli (Delhi) and KL Rahul (Karnataka) are set to miss the next round of Ranji Trophy games, starting 23 January, after they informed the BCCI's medical team of carrying niggles.

Jharkhand Steps Up Fight Against Malnutrition With Enhanced Nutrition Scheme

The Government of Jharkhand is ramping up its efforts to eliminate malnutrition and improve the health of children and mothers across the state.

Dimitrios Petratos: The X-factor for Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Mohun Bagan Super Giant stand tall as one of the season's remarkable success stories.

There is no law and order in Maharashtra, says ruling ally Ajit Pawar-led NCP's leader Zeeshan Siddique

Ruling Mahayuti alliance ally Ajit Pawar-led NCP leader, former MLA from Bandra (East) and son of former Maharashtra Food & Civil Supplies Minister Baba Siddique, who was shot dead in Bandra (West) on 12 October 2024, said on Saturday that presently, there is no law and order in the state of Maharashtra.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Starts Sunday at 0630 GMT

Israel's Cabinet approved the deal early on Saturday; the ceasefire will see the first hostages released

Now next phase for justice to begin, says victim's father on RG Kar verdict

After a special court verdict in Kolkata, the victim's parents said that the second phase to achieve further justice has just begun.

Indian, Bangladeshi villagers clash along Indo-Bangla border

Trouble erupted once again along the India-Bangladesh border at Sukhdevpur in West Bengal's Malda district on Saturday after Bangladeshi villagers allegedly entered Indian territory, destroyed crops and chopped down trees in a mango orchard.

ISL: FC Goa eye second spot in high-stake clash vs East Bengal

FC Goa will fancy their chances of climbing to the second spot on the points table when they host East Bengal FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao for an Indian Super League (ISL) encounter on Sunday.