The Statesman Kolkata - May 17, 2025

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May 17, 2025

SC asks Bengal govt to pay 25 pc DA to state govt employees

In an interim relief to lakhs of state government employees, the Supreme Court on Friday asked the West Bengal government to pay them dearness allowance (DA) at the rate of 25 per cent.

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Pak's Foreign Minister Embarrassed After Quoting Fake Report on PAF Supremacy

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar landed himself in thick soup after he claimed about Pakistan's Air Force being called the \"Undisputed King of the Skies\".

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Over 120 leading traders in Delhi announce boycott of Turkey and Azerbaijan

In a decisive move, more than 120 leading traders of Delhi, on Friday, announced a boycott of all types of commercial engagement with Turkey and Azerbaijan at the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).

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Neeraj Chopra breaches 90-m mark at Doha Diamond League

Double Olympic medal winner Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally breached the 90-m mark at the Doha leg of the prestigious Diamond League Meeting.

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Rajnath urges IMF to reconsider its $1bn aid to Pakistan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said Operation Sindoor was not yet over, issuing an open warning to Pakistan to mend its ways when it comes to harbouring terrorism.

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Omar, Mehbooba spar over Tulbul project resumption

While the tension on the borders was gradually de-escalating, a fierce war of words broke out between Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti on Friday on the issue of revival of the long stalled Tulbul Navigation Project in North Kashmir after the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) by India following the massacre of 26 tourists in the Pahalgam terror attack.

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Multi-party outreach to expose Pak propaganda

Reports said that the 48-member delegation will present evidence against Pak to the global community

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Eastern Railway Holds PREM Meeting

The initiative aimed to facilitate constructive dialogue between railway management and employee representatives to resolve issues and enhance operations

1 min

TMC Rejigs District Units, Forms Core Committees Ahead of 2026 Polls

In a significant organisational overhaul ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the ruling Trinamul Congress (TMC) has restructured multiple district units, replacing traditional leadership roles with core committees to strengthen its grassroots presence and counter the BJP's growing influence.

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Sikkim Celebrates 50 Years of Statehood

A rally paid tribute to the Indian Army and commemorated the successful Operation Sindoor against Pakistan

2 mins

BJP worker booked for hoarding explosives

The Birbhum district police have arrested BJP booth level worker Vicky alias Sahe Alam for allegedly storing huge quantities of illegal explosives.

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TMC rejigs district units, forms core committees ahead of 2026 polls

In asignificant organisational overhaul ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the ruling Trinamul Congress (TMC) has restructured multiple district units, replacing traditional leadership roles with core committees to strengthen its grassroots presence and counter the BJP’s growing influence.

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BJP worker booked for hoarding explosives

The Birbhum district police have arrested BJP boothlevel worker Vicky alias Sahe Alam for allegedly storing huge quantities of illegal explosives.

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Solidarity: Headmasters' body threaten to stop paperwork

Headmasters and headmistresses of government-aided schools showing solidarity with the agitating jobless untainted teachers and non-teaching employees on Friday have threatened to stop all paper-work, in connection with implementations of different state government schemes like Kanyashree, Saboojsathi etc.

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Refrain from making public comment on Operation Sindoor: Trinamul tells party leaders

The Trinamul Congress on Friday cautioned all party ranks and files against making any remarks on Operation Sindoor.

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State BJP hails Supreme Court order on DA arrears

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday hailed the Supreme Court's directive to the West Bengal government to pay 25 per cent of the pending Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears to state employees calling it a 'tight slap' to the state government.

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HC Intervention Sought in Teacher Protest Clash

Several teachers, demanding immediate publication of segregated WBSSC lists, sustained head and body injuries during police action, while police filed a counter case accusing them of violence and obstruction

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Police used minimum force to quell mob: ADG Supratim Sarkar

Referring to the use of force by the police on the agitating teachers on Thursday night at Bikash Bhawan, the state police justified the police role for exercising utmost restraint and patience, while passing the buck on a section of the protesting teachers in making the situation \"volatile\" by turning against the police.

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Bengal CEO Acts Against Errring Officer

Based on strict instructions from chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, action has been taken against a defaulting officer by the CEO of West Bengal.

1 min

Students from Narayana Schools score well in CBSE

17 students scored above 495, and 111 scored above 490. Trisha Ghosh from the Kalyani Town branch became the state topper with 99.6 per cent in Class X.

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No animal cruelty this Sendra festival

Buddha Purnima this year was celebrated without causing any harm to the wild animals at the annual tribal jungle hunting festival in Ayodhya Hills, Purulia.

1 min

Police Distribute Summer Safety Kits to Traffic Personnel

Special summer safety kits have been procured by local police keeping in mind the health of the traffic personnel on duty under the scorching sun.

1 min

Ranaghat mountaineer Subrata Ghosh dies after scaling Everest

What began as a story of triumph ended in tragedy as mountaineer Subrata Ghosh from Ranaghat, Nadia, lost his life shortly after conquering Mount Everest.

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Teen Beaten to Death Over Mango Theft Suspicion

A teenage boy was allegedly beaten to death on Thursday evening in a village near Naihati in West Bengal's North 24-Parganas district, suspected of stealing mangoes.

1 min

Suvendu's legal notice to John Barla, who defected to TMC

Barla accused BJP leader of obstructing a hospital project in Alipurduar, while Manoj Tigga dismissed his tenure as ineffective and accused him of political opportunism

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State Govt Cracks Down on Private School's Monopolistic Practices, Safety Violations

In a decisive move to curb commercialisation and ensure transparency in private school operations, the Dhanbad district administration has issued strict directives prohibiting schools from forcing parents to buy books, uniforms, shoes, or school bags from specific vendors.

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Indian military bows at the feet of PM Modi: MP minister

Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda on Friday ruffled many feathers with his \"military bowing at the feet of Prime Minister Narendra Modi\" remarks.

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Congress dharna against Vijay Shah in MP

More than a dozen MLAs of the opposition Congress in Madhya Pradesh sat on a dharna inside the Governor House at Bhopal on Friday, demanding the immediate sacking of State Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory comments hinting at Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Quereshi.

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Rahul Gandhi's Meeting Dalit Students Will Change Bihar Politics Forever: Cong

Bihar Congress leaders said that the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has launched a historic fight for the Dalit community from Darbhanga.

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NTPC Korba Launches Swachhata Pakhwada 2025

NTPC Korba today marked the commencement of Swachhata Pakhwada 2025, a fortnight-long cleanliness initiative dedicated to reinforcing the principles of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and nurturing a clean, green, and sustainable environment.

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Centre's move to send 48 MPs to expose Pak welcomed by all parties

It will strengthen India's position globally and enhance our leadership in diplomacy: Gourav Vallabh

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Blackbuck hunting case: Raj govt seeks 'leave to appeal' to challenge acquittal of Salman's co-actors

The Rajasthan Government on Friday filed \"leave-to-appeal\" petition before the High Court to challenge the trial court's order of acquittal of Bollywood stars Saif Ali Khan, Tabbu, Neelam and Sonali Bendre in the infamous 1998 black buck poaching case of Kakani village of the district.

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Nirav Modi's fresh bail plea rejected by a UK court

A fresh bail petition filed by fugitive diamond businessman Nirav Modi against his extradition was rejected by the High Court of Justice, King's Bench Division, London on Thursday.

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Amit Shah to lay foundation stone for ₹379 crore flyovers in Ahmedabad

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone on Sunday for two major flyover projects in Ahmedabad's western region, marking a significant step in the city's urban infrastructure development.

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Case filed against Kerala CPM leader G Sudhakaran over his postal ballot-tampering remarks

Senior CPI-M leader and former state PWD minister G Sudhakaran is in legal trouble after his revelation about tampering of postal ballots in favour of CPI-M's Alappuzha candidate in the 1989 Lok Sabha polls.

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Maha Congress president Sapkal meets Uddhav Thackeray to discuss civic polls

Maharashtra State Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal met Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray at the latter's 'Matoshree' residence on Friday, only a couple of days after he met NCP founder and supremo Sharad Pawar, in what is being seen as a move to consolidate the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi.

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ED Conducts Fresh Raids in Tamil Nadu Over ₹1,000 Crore Tasmac Liquor Scam

Tightening the screws on the DMK government in the alleged Rs 1000 crore liquor scam in Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) questioned the managing director of TASMAC, the state's monopoly IMFL retailer, besides carrying out fresh raids at 12 locations on Friday (16 May 2025).

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PM Modi to visit Nal air base on 22 May to honour armed forces for 'Operation Sindoor'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a visit to the Nal air base of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 22 May to greet the soldiers for their grand success in \"Operation Sindoor\".

1 min

Other ministers take money to clear files: Konda Surekha

Known for her penchant to shoot off her mouth, the forest minister later retracted her statement

2 mins

Centre assures fleet of electric buses to Karnataka to strengthen its mobility

Karnataka has urged the centre to grant the state electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM E-Drive scheme.

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Centre assures fleet of electric buses to Karnataka to strengthen its mobility

Karnataka has urged the centre to grant the state electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM E-Drive scheme.

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Rains likely across Telangana for four days

Moderate rains are likely across Telangana for the next four days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast.

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Azim Premji Foundation starts scholarship for girl students for higher education

Here’s some good news for girl students going to college across India — Azim Premji Foundation on Thursday announced a cash scholarship of Rs 30,000 per annum for higher studies to girls from poor backgrounds studying in government schools.

1 min

Illusory Claim

China's latest attempt to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh is neither novel nor surprising.

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The Daily Star

\"Financial inclusion\" has been a buzzword in Bangladesh for many years.

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Trust for science

Under threat now is the social contract between science and society. Scientists as a community must sit up and act. Science and scientists are lauded during war times — for example, most recently for drones and AI. However, we are concurrently also witnessing events that disrupt the pursuit of science. This is a cause of alarm. Without allowing unfettered pursuit and promotion of science, society will suffer, although the suffering may not be palpable in the short term

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Welfare Must Be Inclusive

With breathtaking beauty above and vast coal reserves below, Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district plays a pivotal role in meeting India's energy demands.

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India-UK FTA will be a game-changer

After more than three years and 14 rounds of negotiations, the United Kingdom and India have finally announced a free trade agreement (FTA). UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will formally sign the deal on a visit to India later this year.

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Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 93 People in Gaza as Trump Wraps Up His Middle East Visit

At least 93 people were killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza on Friday as U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his regional trip.

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Over 295 Million People Across 53 Countries Faced Acute Hunger in 2024: UN

Acute food insecurity and child malnutrition rose for the sixth consecutive year in 2024, pushing more than 295 million people across 53 countries to the brink, according to a joint report by UN agencies released on Friday.

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South Korea requests exemption from all US tariffs

South Korea has again asked the United States to exempt the country from all tariffs, Seoul's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Friday, after meeting with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of a trade ministers' meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies.

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Iran Not to Dismantle Uranium Enrichment Facilities

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stressed that none of the country's uranium enrichment facilities would be dismantled, media reported.

1 min

Russia, Ukraine Hold Their First Direct Peace Talks in Three Years

The two sides are still far apart in their conditions for ending the war and breaking the deadlock

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After Putin is a no-show at talks in Turkey, Trump says he'll meet the Russian leader soon

President Donald Trump said Friday he's moving to set up direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as he can, after Putin opted to skip peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey.

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India's GDP growth in Q4 of 2024-25 expected at 6.8-7 per cent: Report

The Indian economy is expected to grow at 6.8-7 per cent in the fourth quarter of the financial year 2024-25, driven by the agriculture sector, according to a Bank of Baroda report released on Friday.

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Adani Airport Holdings Ltd axes ties with Turkish firm Celebi and Chinese DragonPass

Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) has terminated its association with Turkish airport ground handling company Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd as well as Chinese company DragonPass, it has been officially announced.

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PSPCL Flags Off 15 Sky Lift Vehicles to Boost Power Services Ahead of Summer Season

In a significant move to enhance electricity services for the people of Punjab, Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) flagged off 15 Sky Lift vehicles on Friday.

1 min

RBI Imposes Monetary Penalties on Yes Bank, Deutsche Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 29,60,000 on Yes Bank Limited for non-compliance with certain directions issued by the apex court on 'Financial Statements Presentation and Disclosures'.

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UN revises India's economic growth downwards for 2025 to 6.3 per cent

The United Nations has revised India's economic growth downwards for 2025 to 6.3 per cent, and said that despite a projected moderation, the country remains one of the fastest-growing large economies.

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Market Ends With Mild Losses Amid Mixed Global Cues

For the overall week, BSE Sensex jumped 3.6 percent and Nifty50 added 4.2 percent

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India's Unemployment Rate Stood at 5.1% in April, Says First Survey on Jobs

The maiden monthly labour force survey released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) on Thursday said India's unemployment rate stood at 5.1 per cent in April.

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RBI imposes monetary penalties on Yes Bank, Deutsche Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 29,60,000 on Yes Bank Limited for non-compliance with certain directions issued by the apex court on ‘Financial Statements Presentation and Disclosures.’

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Uttar Pradesh witnesses significant decline in maternal mortality rate

Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a substantial improvement in maternal and child health outcomes.

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Manipur Police Arrest 8 Militants Linked to Extortion and Armed Groups

In a major counter-insurgency push, Manipur Police and central security forces arrested eight militants linked to various proscribed insurgent outfits during coordinated operations across multiple districts on May 14 and 15.

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SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav hits back at UP CM over his reported statement on Vyomika Singh

Samajwadi Party Secretary General Prof. Ram Gopal Yadav has hit back at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over his reported statement on revealing the caste of IAF officer Vyomika Singh.

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UP govt will launch new health policy to develop world-class health infrastructure across state

In a significant move aimed at transforming Uttar Pradesh's healthcare landscape, the Yogi government is preparing to introduce a new health policy designed to develop world-class health infrastructure in UP.

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Dibrugarh: Sonowal Leads Tiranga Yatra to Honor Armed Forces

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, led a Tiranga Yatra in Dibrugarh on Friday, rallying thousands of citizens in a show of solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor.

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World Dance Day Celebrated

Vaishali Kala Kendra recently celebrated the 37th edition of its annual Guru Pranam Utsav at the prestigious Triveni Kala Sangam, Mandi House, on the occasion of World Dance Day.

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Mirroring your psyche on stage feels like a summit: Playwright Debasis Sengupta

Absurd theatre has been a form seldom attempted in Bangla theatre and even rarer in its acceptance.

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Retracing Raibenshe—Bengal's surviving war dance

The stage was cleared. A hush fell, like the stillness preceding a storm. Performers dressed in yellow kurtas, white dhotis and red scarves tied around their waists and heads, wearing 'nupurs' (brass anklets) stood arranged in a specific pattern. The Raibenshe show commenced at the sprawling lawns of the Kathgola Palace in Murshidabad.

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Messi's Argentina to miss game in Kerala next year

Kerala football buffs will now have to wait to see their favourite player Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning Argentine football team play on Kerala soil.

1 min

A Look At Barcelona's Numbers As They Clinch Their 28th Spanish League Title

An impressive attack has highlighted Barcelona's season, which was capped with the team winning their 28th Spanish league title on Friday (IST).

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Italian Open: 'Near perfect' Jannik Sinner routs Casper Ruud to enter semis

Maybe it was the pope's blessing. Or maybe Jannik Sinner just likes playing against Casper Ruud.

1 min

FC Barcelona Clinch Their 28th La Liga Title With Win Over Espanyol

Catalan giants complete domestic treble having won Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey earlier this season

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Indian Boxer Faizan Anwar to Fight for WBA Asia Middle East Title

Professional boxing, The Super Fighter Series, makes a thrilling return to India this Sunday at the iconic Sunburn Union, Bengaluru, featuring the WBA Asia Middle East title fight in the super lightweight division between Indian star Faizan Anwar and Ghana's Kpakpo Allotey.

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Johnson cautions overseas players against rejoining IPL over safety issues

Former Australia speedster Mitchell Johnson has cautioned overseas players against travelling to India for the last phase of the Indian Premier League, that resumes on Saturday after a week's break, due to security concerns.

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Rohit, Virat, Ashwin fade into retirement after Australia debacle as India stare at new WTC cycle

India's prized Test assets, who carried the country's hopes of carrying its winning momentum in the last Border-Gavaskar Trophy, have now faded into retirement as the new World Test Championship cycle is on the cusp of commencement.

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The mind has told his body that it's time to go: Shastri on Kohli's Test retirement

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up about a conversation he had with Virat Kohli just a week before the star batter's unexpected retirement from Test cricket.

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