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Braced for Trump

SIR, I refer to your editorial, \"Trump's way\" (January 22). Donald Trump's return to the presidency has once again captured the world's attention, reminiscent of his first term from 2017 to 2021.

Young minds showcase innovations at IIT Kharagpur

There was excitement as students from around the globe gathered at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur to showcase their creativity and scientific brilliance at the 6th edition of the Young Innovators Programme (YIP) 2025.

Cottage creates market for artisans & weavers

The Central Cottage Industries Corporation has been marketing creations of artisans and weavers worldwide. It recently participated in the \"Corporate Gift show\" organised by Messe Frankfurt (Mumbai) from 23 to 25 January 2025 and received awesome response from Buyers seeking authentic Handicraft and Handloom products.

ISL: Mumbai City FC aim to stay in contention for playoffs

Mumbai City FC will want to keep alive their hopes of qualifying for the Indian Super League (ISL) playoffs while Mohammedan Sporting will be desperate to get off the bottom of the points table when the teams meet at the Mumbai Football Arena on Sunday.

Perils of addictions

A recent study by University College London has presented the results of its findings on the impact of smoking on life expectancy in rather dramatic terms.

Dargah survey case: 2 miscreants fire at petitioner's moving car

Two motorcyclists fired at the speeding car of Hindu Sena president Vishnu Gupta near Gagrana culvert under the Gegal police station in Ajmer district Saturday morning.

Health Ministry Hosts ASHAs, Applauds Their Contributions

The Union Health Ministry on Saturday hosted ASHAs who are in Delhi to attend the 76th Republic Day celebrations, and lauded their contributions towards the success of various health initiatives.

Microfinance menace: Karnataka CM says govt committed to protecting interest of borrowers

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday held a high-level meeting on the issues faced by the public due to microfinance institutions.

Centre honours 942 police personnel with gallantry and distinguished service medals ahead of 76th Republic Day

On the eve of the 76th Republic Day, the Centre has announced a total of 942 service medals, including 95 for gallantry, to personnel from various central and state police forces.

FC Goa Beat Chennaiyin FC, Close Gap With Top-Placed Mohun Bagan

FC Goa defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-0 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Saturday evening to close the gap with league leaders and defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League (ISL) points table.

Bank of India Mega E-auction

Bank of India has organised a special mega e-auction for 1300+ residential properties pan India on Monday (27 January).

I-League: Namdhari FC ride Haokip brace to defeat Shillong Lajong 5-2

Powered by Peter Haokip's brace, Namdhari FC's formidable form continued as they thrashed Shillong Lajong FC 5-2 in a high-scoring I-League 2024-25 encounter at Namdhari Stadium on Saturday.

Echoes of Partition

y the river Icchamati, where history divides and unites, the remnants of the Taki Zamindari House stand as a testament to a bygone era.

Man trampled to death by wild elephant in TN

In a tragic incident, a 37-year-old man was trampled to death by an elephant in Gudalur, located in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu on Saturday.

7 Jharkhand Residents Arrested, Firearms Seized in Kulti

Kulti Police, under Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate (ADPC), raided the Lachipur red light area in Neamatpur and arrested seven residents of Jharkhand.

Stalin to skip Guv's 'At Home' on R-Day; DMK allies announce boycott

With no thaw in the relationship in sight between the Raj Bhavan and the DMK government, Chief Minister MK Stalin is skipping the 'At Home' reception hosted by Governor RN Ravi on Republic Day and instead is slated to participate in an event organised by the villagers in and around Arittapatti, in Madurai district to thank him for the cancellation of the Tungsten mining lease in that region.

Arshdeep is ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of 2024

Left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh was on Saturday crowned the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year, capping a spectacular year in the shortest format. He pipped the challenge from Travis Head, Babar Azam and Sikandar Raza to take the honour.

Death of Wayanad DCC treasurer: Police arrest MLA Balakrishnan; released on bail

The Kerala police on Saturday arrested IC Balakrishnan (photo), the Congress MLA from Sulthan Bathery, in connection with the abetment of a suicide case involving the death of former Wayanad DCC Treasurer N M Vijayan and his son Jijesh.

BPSC aspirants claim big discrepancy in 70th PT result

The publication of BPSC’s 70th Preliminary Test (PT) result has reenergised students who have been protesting over irregularities in the exam.

Trinamul Leader Shot At, Critical in South 24-Parganas

A local Trinamul Congress leader was shot at from close range in broad daylight on Saturday afternoon at Nodakhali in West Bengal's South 24-Parganas district and his health condition is stated to be critical.

4 Israeli Female Soldiers, 200 Palestinians Freed

It Was the Second Such Exchange Between Israel and Hamas Since a Ceasefire Began in the Gaza Strip Last Weekend

E Railway GM inaugurates free eye check up, hearing evaluation camp at Sealdah

Milind Deouskar, General Manager of Eastern Railway, inaugurated a free eye checkup and hearing evaluation camp held at Sealdah Crew Lobby on January 22, 2025 organised by Eastern Railway under the auspices of Rotary Club, Calcutta, New Alipore in collaboration with Renuka Eye Foundation and Calcutta Hearing Clinic.

Intensified DRC fighting displaces 35,000 civilians, injures 9 peacekeepers: UN

Intensified fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has triggered significant new displacement of civilians and injured nine peacekeepers, a UN spokesman said.

Martyred bravehearts honoured for extraordinary sacrifice

Naik Dilwar Khan, Captain Deepak Singh, Corporal Vikky Pahade awarded posthumous gallantry medals, among others

HPCL reports standalone revenue from operations of ₹1,18,936 crore during 3Q FY25

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has reported Standalone Revenue from Operations of 1,18,936 crore during 3Q FY25 (1,18,443 crore during 3QFY24). The Company's Standalone Profit after Tax (PAT) during the quarter is 3,023 crore ( 529 crore during 3QFY24).

Flight disruptions as airport fortifies ahead of Republic Day

Flight operations at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International (NSCBI) Airport, Kolkata, experienced significant disruptions today owing to the implementation of safeguards ahead of Republic Day.

Mexico Refuses US Military Flight Deporting Migrants

Mexico refused a request from President Donald Trump's administration to allow a U.S. military aircraft deporting migrants to land in the country, a U.S. official and a Mexican official said.

WEF 2025: India grabs investment commitments worth over ₹20 lakh cr

In a clear show of its economic strength amid geopolitical uncertainties, India bagged investment commitments worth more than Rs 20 lakh crore at the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos this week.

India's democracy a unique example for the modern world, says President on Voters' Day

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said India's democracy is a unique example for the modern world and many countries of the world are learning from our election system and management.

Bangladeshi Media Slams Yunus Govt for Keeping Border Guard Chief's India Visit Secret

The 17-21 Feb meeting is scheduled amid rising border tensions, particularly following recent clashes in Sukhdevpur in Bengal's Malda district