The Statesman Kolkata - June 20, 2025

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June 20, 2025

Minister visits Digha temple ahead of Rath Yatra

Chief minister Mamata Banerjee will inaugurate the Rath Yatra festival at the Jagannath temple in Digha by sweeping the roads with a golden broom on the day of the Rath Yatra.

1 min

MLA Raises Alarm Over Human-Elephant Conflict in Matigara-Naxalbari Area

Anandamay Barman, BJP MLA from Matigara-Naxalbari, raised serious concerns in the West Bengal Assembly over frequent incidents of wild elephant depredation in villages bordering the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary.

1 min

Heavy rain triggers road blockade in Sikkim and Kalimpong

The 72nd Battalion of the SSB cleared a key road in West Sikkim blocked by landslide, aiding both operational movement and local residents as the roads and bridges department readies for restoration work

1 min

Justice Varma probe: SC panel flags 'unnatural conduct'

The Judicial Inquiry Committee, set up by the then Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna after the discovery of burnt currency notes at the Delhi home of Justice Yashwant Varma, then of Delhi High Court, has concluded there is credible and serious evidence of misconduct.

1 min

No decision yet on sending AI-171 black boxes abroad

The Centre on Thursday clarified that no decision has been taken as yet on sending abroad the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) or the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) of the crashed flight AI-171 for data retrieval and analysis.

1 min

110 Indians Evacuated From Iran Land in Delhi

New Delhi is also moving to evacuate Indian nationals from Israel

2 mins

BJP Alleges Harassment of Woman MLA in Assembly

Tensions escalated in West Bengal's political arena on Thursday as Suvendu Adhikari today accused the state administration of discriminatory treatment of women MLAs inside the state Assembly.

1 min

Book fair date advanced to avoid clash with Madhyamik

The Publishers and Booksellers Guild today announced that the 49 International Kolkata Book Fair will be held earlier than usual in 2025 to avoid overlapping with state secondary (Madhyamik) school examinations.

1 min

Tamluk MP airlifted to Delhi AIIMS

BJP MP and former judge of the Calcutta High Court Abhijit Ganguly's condition is still critical and he requires prolonged treatment for another two weeks in a well-equipped medical research-based hospital.

1 min

Minimum temp drops to 23°C, relative humidity around 95 pc

Widespread monsoon showers lashed southern Bengal on Thursday following the arrival of the seasonal trough and a well-marked low-pressure system, the regional meteorological office in Alipore said.

1 min

Tagore's bust to be unveiled in Edinburgh

The Scottish Centre of Tagore Studies (ScoTs), in collaboration with the Consulate General of India, Scotland, has organised the unveiling of the Indian Nobel Laureate for Literature (1913) Rabindranath Tagore's bust in Edinburgh on 3 July, in Sandeman Garden, behind the Scottish Storytelling Centre, off the Royal Mile.

1 min

DVC Escalates Discharges Following More Rains

The upper dams of the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) have maintained green category combined discharges since yesterday.

1 min

Kolkata shines for Pride Month

This Pride Month, The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata is rewriting the rules of celebration.

1 min

KMC Launches Sludge Treatment Vehicle

Aiming to enhance waste management, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation launched a sludge treatment vehicle with advanced technology.

1 min

Airport Officials Mull Changing High-Rise Rules

Authorities at Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport are planning to implement stricter regulations on high-rise construction within a 20-kilometer radius of the airport, following increased safety concerns in the wake of the recent air crash in Ahmedabad.

1 min

Kaliganj bypoll peaceful, sees 70 pc voting

Apart from TMC's Alifa Ahmed, BJP fielded Ashis Ghosh and Congress and CPI-M jointed fielded Kabiluddin Sheikh

2 mins

WBMC seeks clarification from a UK-based city doc

The West Bengal Medical Council (WBMC) sought clarifications from a UK-based Kolkata doctor who has been treating patients as an anaesthetist though he allegedly has no valid postgraduate MD degree in anaesthesiology.

1 min

Apex court asks Madras HC CJ to assign ADGP Jayaram case to a different Bench; Tamil Nadu agrees to CB-CID probe

In a significant development, the Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Chief Justice of the Madras High Court to assign to a different bench the case involving Tamil Nadu Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) HM Jayaram, who is facing allegations in a purported abduction case and transferred the investigation in the case to the Crime Branch - Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID) of the State police.

1 min

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin slams Modi govt for returning Keezhadi excavation report

Lashing out at the Modi Government for returning the Keezhadi archaeological excavation report seeking further validation and justification, Chief Minister and ruling DMK president M.K. Stalin on Thursday termed it as a blatant attack on Tamil culture.

1 min

Congress: Trump's invite to Asim Munir a blow to Indian diplomacy

The Congress MP was reacting to US President Trump's luncheon with Pakistan Army chief

1 min

Prime Minister Modi returns after landmark 3-nation tour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday concluded his three-nation tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia, marking a significant milestone in India's diplomatic engagements.

2 mins

A Corn Revolution

India can emerge as an ethanol and biochemicals/polymers export hub through liberalized policies that allow for both GM dent corn production and duty-free imports until domestic production can meet feedstock needs. Empowering Indian farmers with financial incentives and technological support is vital to foster a thriving environment for the Corn Revolution

7 mins

The News Shift

The way people consume news is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation, one that traditional media organisations can no longer ignore.

2 mins

The Ball Is In Mr. Trump's Court

Another tragic war is unfolding in the Middle East—this time between Israel and Iran.

4 mins

Integrated action needed to tackle urban heatwaves

Heatwaves are characterized by hot weather and higher than normal daily temperatures that can last for a few days to months.

3 mins

Zelenskyy Calls for More Pressure on Russia After Deadly Kyiv Missile Strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday said a Russian missile strike on a nine-story Kyiv apartment building was a sign that more pressure must be applied on Moscow to agree to a ceasefire, as Moscow intensifies attacks in the three-year war.

1 min

USA Resumes Visas for Foreign Students But Demands Access to Social Media Accounts

The US State Department said Wednesday it is restarting the suspended process for foreigners applying for student visas but all applicants will now be required to unlock their social media accounts for government review.

2 mins

Putin Says Russia Could Help Broker a Deal Between Iran and Israel

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered Wednesday to help mediate an end to the conflict between Israel and Iran, suggesting Moscow could help negotiate a settlement that could allow Tehran to pursue a peaceful atomic programme while assuaging Israeli security concerns.

1 min

Israel Threatens Iran After Hospital Strikes Wound More Than 200

In the aftermath of the strikes, Israeli Defence Minister Katz blamed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

2 mins

Trump Says He's 'Not Looking for a Fight' With Iran But Stands Ready to Act If Necessary

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he doesn't want to carry out a US strike on Iran but suggested he stands ready to act if it's necessary to extinguish Iran's nuclear programme.

1 min

We will expand into new geographies across the globe and become a pan-India player within two years: Vegan Pro MD

Located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Vegan Pro Nutrients benefits from direct access to high-quality soybeans, allowing tight control over raw material procurement and processing. This centralized location enables seamless distribution across India and supports efficient global exports.

4 mins

Launch of C.C. Saha MediCentre in central Kolkata

C.C. Saha Ltd., a 90-year-old institution that pioneered the growth of the hearing care industry in eastern India, makes its foray into complete healthcare services by launching C.C. Saha MediCentre, a state-of-the-art Diagnostic Centre and Polyclinic located at Esplanade in central Kolkata.

1 min

Sitharaman Calls On Fintech Startups To Develop Solutions Against Online Scams

Amid the growing menace of cyber frauds and digital arrests, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday called on India's fintech startups to develop effective technological solutions to tackle emerging threats such as deepfakes, fraud by fly-by-night operators, and other online scams.

1 min

DPIIT partners with digital platform to promote inclusive entrepreneurship

In a move aimed at accelerating grassroots innovation and strengthening India's startup ecosystem, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YourStory Media Private Limited, a leading digital platform focused on entrepreneurship and innovation.

1 min

UCO Bank Receives Prestigious DFS Digital Payments Award for FY2022-25

UCO Bank proudly announces that it has been conferred with the prestigious Digital Payments Award by the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, in recognition of its outstanding performance in promoting digital transactions and innovations in banking during FY 2022-23 and FY 2024-25.

1 min

Market Ends Lower, Nifty Slips Below 24,800

At close, the Sensex was down 82.79 points or 0.10 percent at 81,361.87, and the Nifty was down 18.80 points or 0.08 percent at 24,793.25

1 min

India Rises to Rank 15 Among Top Global Destinations for FDI in 2024: UN Report

According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) data, India rose a position to rank 15 among top global destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2024.

1 min

'Sanjay Verma' on Sonam's phone is none other than Raj Kushwaha: Police

Revealing that Sonam Raghuvanshi made 234 phone calls—each lasting up to an hour—to a man saved in her phone as \"Sanjay Verma\", from March 1 to April 8, the Meghalaya Police clarified that it was actually Raj Kushwaha, an accused in the murder of Raja Rahuvanshi along with her.

1 min

UP Police gunned down 234 dreaded criminals in 8 years; Meerut zone tops with 77 encounters

In the past eight years, the Uttar Pradesh government has taken strong action against hardened criminals.

1 min

AI-171 crash: Body of crew member Lamnunthem Singson reaches Dimapur

The body of 26-year-old Lamnunthem Singson, one of the two Air India crew members from Manipur, who were killed in the horrific plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, arrived in Nagaland's Dimapur on Thursday and was then taken to her home in Kangpokpi district in Manipur, officials said.

1 min

'SC guidelines on bulldozer justice uphold citizen dignity'

Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai has said that the Supreme Court judgment against 'bulldozer justice' reaffirmed the position that constitutional guarantees must not only protect civil liberties but must also uphold the dignity, security, and material well-being of every individual.

1 min

640 Boxers Gear Up for Junior (U-17) Boys and Girls Nationals in Rohtak

Around 640 rising pugilists from across the country, including 350 boys and 290 girls, will face off in the 6th Junior (U-17) Boys and Girls National Boxing Championships at the National Boxing Academy in Rohtak from June 19-26.

1 min

WBBL: Heat retain Jemimah Rodrigues

India's star batter Jemimah Rodrigues was on Thursday retained by the Brisbane Heat franchise in the first round of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) international players draft on Thursday.

1 min

Bengaluru to Host Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs

In a historic first, Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) will host Group G ties of the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru on November 14, 15 and 16.

2 mins

Concacaf Gold Cup: Mexico Defeat Suriname, Costa Rica Secure Comeback Win Over Dominican Republic

Mexico earned its second win in the Concacaf Gold Cup group stage, defeating Suriname 2-0 at AT&T Stadium here on Thursday (IST).

1 min

Club WC: Foden Inspires Man City's Win 2-0 Over Wydad AC

Phil Foden scored the fastest goal of the tournament as Manchester City opened their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a deserved 2-0 Group G win over Wydad AC.

2 mins

'It's not going to be easy': Shastri cautions Gill ahead of Test captaincy debut

As Shubman Gill prepares to lead India into a new era in Test cricket, former head coach Ravi Shastri has offered valuable advice ahead of the team's challenging five-match Test series against England, starting at Leeds on Friday.

1 min

India and England have played a big role in shaping Test cricket: Tendulkar

Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar and England's pace icon James Anderson have been immortalised in one of Test cricket's most storied rivalries, with the unveiling of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy as the new prize for bilateral Test series between India and England.

3 mins

Never walked into a team where there is no Virat or Rohit: KL Rahul

The absence of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma—both of whom stepped away from Test cricket last month, has put the onus on KL Rahul as the senior-most batter in the new-look Test side under Shubman Gill, that begins its journey with a crucial five-Test series against England, starting at Leeds on Friday.

2 mins

PM Modi hails Divya's historic win over Hou Yifan in World Team Blitz Championships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed India's chess sensation Divya Deshmukh for her maiden victory over World No. 1 Hou Yifan in the second leg of the blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships in London.

1 min

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