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DADIMA TALES

When I was a primary school student, 'Dalmia' brand of glucose biscuits were very popular. They were consumed with tea in middle-class households like ours.

H-1B visas

SIR, I refer to \"H1-B Dilemma\" (January 1). Donald Trump's endorsement of the H1-B visa program amid the debate between Elon Musk and Steve Bannon reflects a calculated yet controversial stance on immigration policy.

Toxic Legacy

Four decades after the catastrophic gas leak that devastated Bhopal, the recent removal of toxic waste from the Union Carbide plant marks a small yet significant step in addressing the lingering fallout of one of the world's worst industrial disasters.

Dense fog paralyses Delhi-NCR, most of North India

North India came to a standstill on Saturday, as intense cold waves and dense fog blanketed the region, causing widespread disruptions.

Nationalistic identity and pride

(An excerpt from 'India's New Right: Powering The Current Wave of Nationalism and Civilisational Revival')

Operation Iron Tempest and the treachery around narcotics

(An excerpt from 'The Nukes, the Jihad, the Hawalas and Crystal Meth')

Paribesh Bandhab Haat: Celebration of tradition and sustainability

Upon entering the Paribesh Bandhab Haat, one is immediately carried away to a different realm of vibrant hues, cheerful faces and a serene atmosphere nestled in the lap of nature.

Two more arrested in Malda TMC leader's murder case

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of popular Trinamul Congress leader Babla Sarkar.

Bus from Kolkata topples near Mukutmanipur, 15 injured

A bus carrying picnic revellers from Kolkata toppled near Mukutmanipur, a tourist destination in Bankura this morning, leaving at least 15 injured.

South Bengal Sports Carnival

Soccer star Bhichung Bhutia will lead a marathon with the participants to give a boost to the games

ER to run 12 galloping EMU Mela special trains

The zonal railway has announced it would run the 12 special trains between 12 and 17 January in different directions

'I have confidence in myself': Rohit refutes retirement talk

Refuting speculations of retirement from the longest format, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Saturday cleared the air following his non-selection for the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney.

BGT: Pant's fireworks keep Indian hopes alive on Day 2

Wicketkeeper-batter brings T20 flavour to Test cricket as 15 wickets fall on second day of Sydney Test

Gavaskar slams SCG pitch after 15 wickets fall in one day

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes the green pitch at the fast-moving ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground would have been questioned if the game had been played in India, adding that the surface which has been dished out is not ideal for the longest format of the gentleman's game.

There's no particular number in mind: Prasidh Krishna reflects on SCG track

Acknowledging the inconsistency of the surface at the Sydney Cricket Ground, India pacer Prasidh Krishna said there is no particular target in mind after his team ended up with an overall lead of 145 with four wickets in their bag after the second day's play in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Saturday.

Bumrah's a threat at all times, feels Australia head coach McDonald

Australia would be hoping for Jasprit Bumrah to remain in the sidelines for the rest of the fifth and final Test after India's pace spearhead and stand-in skipper was forced out of the ground with back spasms on day two of the Sydney Test.

ISL: FC Goa ride Brison's brace to beat Odisha FC, extend unbeaten streak

Goan outfit stay unbeaten in fifth consecutive match to hold on to the third spot on the points table

Servo Premier League a big hit in second edition

Indian Oil, in association with The Statesman, successfully hosted the second edition of the much-anticipated Servo Premier League, a full-day cricket tournament for Servo Stockists and Bazaar Resellers.

Strength of NCC cadets increased from 17 to 20 lakh in 2024: DG NCC

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2025 is witnessing the participation of 2,361 cadets, including 917 girls - the largest number till date.

Indian Coal Sector Clocks Record Production in 2024

Coal production reached an all-time high of 1,039.59 million tonnes (provisional) in 2024, marking a significant 7.28 percent growth compared to the previous year's total of 969.07 MT, the government said on Saturday.

Centralised Pension Payments System rolled out in all EPFO offices across India

The EPFO has completed the full-scale rollout of the new Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS) across all its disbursing offices in a landmark move towards enhancing pension services, the Ministry for Labour and Employment said.

Republican Mike Johnson Reelected House Speaker in Dramatic Floor Vote

Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection Friday as House Speaker on a first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP holdouts in a tense standoff and buoyed by a nod of support from President-elect Donald Trump.

The Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Truce Is Holding So Far, Despite Violations

A fragile ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has held up for over a month, even as its terms seem unlikely to be met by the agreed-upon deadline.

Trump's sentencing is set for 10 January

Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan scheduled the sentencing for 10 days before Trump's inauguration — but the judge indicated that he's leaning toward a sentence that would amount to just closing the case without any real punishment

Taiwan Says China Is Redoubling Efforts To Undermine Democracy With Disinformation

Taiwan's government says China is redoubling efforts to undermine confidence in the self-governing island's democracy and close ties with the United States through the spread of disinformation, especially online.

Mahakumbh to be showcased at tourism fairs in Spain & Germany

In a major initiative to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading global tourism destination, the Yogi Adityanath government is set to showcase the state's tourism offerings at the International Tourism Trade Fairs in Madrid, Spain, and Berlin, Germany.

Himanta Biswa Sarma to begin Mumbai visit today to promote Advantage Assam 2.0

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will visit Mumbai on Sunday.

Security Tightened After Mob Attack in Manipur

Large contingent of security forces has been deployed in the Kangpokpi district

Congress Demands Action as Ashish Patel's Controversy Reaches CM Yogi's Desk

The Congress party has demanded that Uttar Pradesh Minister Ashish Singh Patel be sacked if found guilty of corruption or that he leave the NDA if he is being unfairly targeted.

Enjoy the froth till it lasts

With the return of the highly unpredictable Donald Trump as US President this month, how should anyone manage his or her risks?