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Trump Looks Set To Bring Shift In US Approach To Allies, North Korea, Diplomacy, Tariffs

Under his America First leitmotif, incoming US President Donald Trump appears poised to bring a shift in the United States' approach to the alliance with South Korea, North Korea's unabated nuclear threats, trade and other key issues.

Rajasthan CM Takes Holy Dip at Mahakumbh, Praises CM Yogi for Grand Arrangements

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma visited Prayagraj on Sunday morning for the Mahakumbh festivities and took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam.

The bikes of yesteryears

As much as the spectators were awe-struck by vintage four-wheelers in today's 54th edition of The Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally, vintage two-wheelers also owned their own space in the rally with the bikes showcasing each of the characteristics with which they have been making their marks throughout history and is still continuing, having the rally as a testament.

Israel Transfers Palestinian Detainees Ahead of Release as Part of Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Israeli authorities began transferring Palestinian detainees to Ofer Prison in the occupied West Bank on Sunday in preparation for their release later in the evening, Israel's state media reported.

GSI to enhance critical mineral projects

The 64th meeting of the Central Geological Programming Board (CGPB) held here emphasized on collective efforts to drive innovation, sustainability and growth in India's mineral and mining sector.

Assam STF nabs one more member of terrorist group 'Ansarullah Bangla Team'

The Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police has arrested another dreaded cadre of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT), a Bangladesh-based terror group affiliated with Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), officials said on Sunday.

FIR Against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in Assam for 'Fighting Against Indian State' Remark

An FIR has been registered against Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for his 'fighting against Indian state' remark.

Tamil Nadu not facing any debt trap, EPS' allegations baseless: State Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu dismissed allegations made by AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition in the state Assembly Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), regarding the state's financial situation.

Trump's Return

Donald Trump's return to the White House on Monday signals not just a political comeback but a tectonic shift in American politics.

Bhitarkanika Reports Slender Increase in Winter Winged Guests

There has been a slender rise in the number of winged guests who enlivened the wetland ecosystem of Odisha's Bhitarkanika national park this winter, according to the latest mid-winter census report released by the forest department on Sunday.

Aus Open: Djokovic beats Lehecka to set up showdown with Alcaraz

Alcaraz's dream of becoming the youngest Career Grand Slam achiever remains alive

Ceasefire Takes Hold in Gaza Following Delay

3 Israeli hostages and 90 Palestinians to be freed in initial exchange

Ajit Pawar sounds bugle for upcoming Maha local polls, urges cadres to gird up

NCP President and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Sunday sounded the bugle for the upcoming local and civic body elections in Maharashtra while asking the cadres to gear up with a resolve to continue the party's victory march, especially after thumping win in the recently concluded Assembly election.

Crocodile census begins in Bhitarkanika

The annual census of endangered saltwater crocodiles, a protected species under wildlife protection act, got underway on Sunday in Bhitarkanika National Park of Kendrapara district, said officials.

Abolition of 9 districts threatens Raj govt's 'Panch Gaurav' scheme

Beyond party politics, the abolition of the recently formed nine districts in Rajasthan by the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led BJP government is likely to jeopardise the success of its own \"Panch Gaurav\" scheme launched last year to boost the economy in at least 9-10 districts.

Market valuation of six of top 10 valued domestic firms erode by ₹1.71 lakh crore

Last week, the combined market valuation of six of the top 10 valued domestic firms eroded by Rs 1.71 lakh crore.

Massive fire breaks out at Mahakumbh; none injured, CM Yogi Adityanath on the spot

A massive fire broke out in pandals located in Sector 19 under the Shastri Bridge at the Mahakumbh venue in Prayagraj on Sunday.

Kalyaneswar Sarkar Passes Away at 58

Kalyaneswar Sarkar, the Director of Standard Publicity Private Ltd passed away Sunday morning at the Apollo Hospital. He was 58.

Digital Media Centre Boosts Global Coverage of Mahakumbh

To showcase the grandeur of Mahakumbh for the world, an advanced media centre equipped with state-of-the-art technology is operational in the Mela area.

Assam DGP Appointed as CRPF Director General

Senior IPS officer, Gyanendra Pratap Singh, who has been serving as Assam's Director General of Police (DGP), will take over as Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

Balaram Sougaijamba: The forgotten General of Manipur

There are no monuments or institutions or streets named after him in Manipur today and many of the younger generation of the Manipuri people have heard of him.

Space Leap

India's successful execution of its first-ever space docking experiment marks a pivotal moment in the nation's space journey, solidifying its position among the global elite.

KakaoTalk Censorship

The main opposition Democratic Party of Korea will demand the investigation of messenger users on charges of insurrection propaganda if their posts advocate for President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration, even if the posts are mere copies of others' comments.

Market outlook: Trump's inauguration, Q3 results key factors next week

The market outlook for next week will be guided by the Donald Trump factor, Q3 FY25 results, foreign institution investors (FIIs), rupee vs dollar and crude oil prices.

'Bangladeshi-origin' man arrested for attack on actor Saif Ali Khan

Mumbai Police on Sunday arrested a Bangladeshi national accused of stabbing Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his home, a senior officer confirmed.

Minister Swain inaugurates mini stadium

A mini stadium constructed by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) at the Paradeepgarh village playground was inaugurated on Sunday by Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of State (Ind. Charge), Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education.

History on wheels wows visitors

On 19 January, the long-awaited 54th edition of the Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally, brought the city of joy to life, marking it as an auspicious day filled with history and glory in the calendar of Kolkata.

Southeast Asia foreign ministers seek breakthrough in Myanmar conflict and South China Sea dispute

Southeast Asian foreign ministers gathered Sunday for their first meeting this year under the regional bloc's new chair, Malaysia, seeking a breakthrough over Myanmar's drawn-out civil war and territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

Assocham Pitches for Removal of Coal Cess in Union Budget 2025

In the Union Budget 2025, the industry body Assocham has pitched for the removal of coal cess stating that the move will support power-intensive industries like aluminum and maintain competitiveness of the domestic industry.

Urbasi Sinha from Raman Research Institute Honoured with Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025

Professor Urbasi Sinha from Bengaluru-based Raman Research Institute (RRI) has been honoured with the 'Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025' by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation at Cambridge, the UK, it was announced on Sunday.