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Lessons from 2024 and prospects for 2025

The economy of Bangladesh faced sustained stress throughout 2024, with macroeconomic stability continuing to deteriorate – a trend from the past few years – due to a series of challenges.

Right on a Roll

The war in Ukraine poses a threat to the post-Berlin Wall order in Europe. But it is ridiculous to talk about the end of Europe. Social democracy and a liberal social welfare state, its commitment to economic solidarity and its role in addressing climate change, place the old continent on a higher pedestal. Europe may have begun to lose its cutting edge in technology. But it hasn't yet lost its democratic plot

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Ukraine Challenge

As the war in Ukraine grinds into its third year, the shifting dynamics of international politics and battlefield realities could make 2025 a pivotal year.

Sanjay Raut Claims BJP MLA Attacking Dhananjay Munde at Fadnavis' Behest

Rajya Sabha MP of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena, Sanjay Raut, claimed in Mumbai on Saturday that BJP MLA Suresh Dhas, who has been making allegations against food and civil supplies minister Dhananjay Munde as well as asking Munde to resign, is acting on the orders of none other than Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis himself.

Maratha activist warns Munde won't be allowed to roam the street

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil said in Parbhani on Saturday that Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde of the Ajit Pawar-led NCP, who has been accused of being the political godfather of the alleged killer of Massajog village sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh, will not be allowed to roam the streets.

PM to launch multiple development projects worth over ₹12,000 crore in Delhi on Sunday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore on Sunday in Delhi, which is expected to go to the polls in February.

Kiren Rijiju Offers 'Chadar' at Ajmer Sharif on Behalf of PM Modi

The Union Minister prayed for peace & tranquility & a spirit of brotherhood & unity in the country

INSV Tarini departs New Zealand for double-handed circumnavigation expedition

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini set sail from Lyttelton Port, New Zealand today, marking the beginning of the third and longest leg of its historic circumnavigation journey.

India Committed to Taking Lead in AI: PM Modi

The Prime Minister made these remarks while talking to Indian entrepreneur Vishal Sikka who called on him.

Prashant Kishor likely to face action for dharna at unauthorised location in Patna

The Patna district administration is considering action against poll strategist-turned-politician and Jan Suraaj Founder Prashant Kishor for staging a sit-in protest at an unauthorised location in Gandhi Maidan, according to an official statement on Saturday.

Kejriwal built 'Sheesh Mahal' using money belonging to Delhiites: Amit Shah

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of 'Sheesh Mahal', Union Home Minister Amit Shah charged Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Convener Arvind Kejriwal with building a palatial home when he was the chief minister by using Delhiites' money and said the latter needs to give an account to the people of the national capital.

Nuclear scientist Rajagopala Chidambaram, key figure in strategic weapons development, passes away; PM condoles death

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Dr Rajagopala Chidambaram, a pivotal figure in India's nuclear programme on Saturday.

Six men killed in deadly explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu

Six people were killed in a deadly explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit at Ammayanaickenpatti village near Sattur in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, about 520 km south of Chennai, on Saturday morning.

Maternal deaths: Karnataka BJP holds protest, urges Congress government to give ₹25 lakh ex-gratia to victims' families

The Karnataka BJP on Saturday staged a large protest in Shivamogga condemning the \"anti-people\" policies of the Congress government, which has shown negligence despite the series of maternal deaths occurring across the state.

Journalist's murder in Chhattisgarh triggers statewide protests

The brutal murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, whose body was discovered in a septic tank in Bijapur, has sparked outrage across Chhattisgarh, igniting widespread protests and fierce political debates.

Telangana's Advisory on HMPV

Although no cases of Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Telangana, the state health department has come up with a series of Dos and Don'ts as a safeguard against respiratory infections.

Contractor's Suicide: Govt's Job to Hold Fair Probe, Says Kharge

Karnataka BJP Holds Statewide Protests Demanding Resignation of Priyank Kharge

'PM sending mixed signals'

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday lashed out at the Modi government, saying that the Prime Minister was sending mixed signals while sending chadar to Ajmer Sharif even when Sangh Parivar sympathisers were demanding excavations at the dargah.

Cong Launches 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' Campaign

The Congress on Saturday launched the 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' campaign over the remarks of Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar recently and alleged attack on the Constitution by the BJP-led government at the Centre.

'My govt committed to empowering rural India'

PM Modi inaugurates Bharat Grameen Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam

US NSA to visit India for talks with Doval; to also meet EAM

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan is arriving here on Sunday on a two-day visit to hold talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on a range of issues across the breadth of the US-India partnership -from space, defence, and strategic technology cooperation to shared security priorities in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

RG Kar case: Recording of witnesses' statements over

Sources said that the CBI has already submitted its investigation report in the matter to the special court

Rally by Narayana International School for a plastic-free world

Narayana International School, Khidderpore, in collaboration with Bharat Scouts and Guides, organised a rally titled \"Small Action Today, Plastic-Free Tomorrow\" to spread awareness about the harmful effects of plastic usage and encourage eco-friendly alternatives.

Fake passport case: Former police officer arrested

Kolkata Police's detective department conducted search operations across North 24-Parganas and held a former police officer in the fake passport scam.

Surplus yield leads to cauliflowers being sold at ₹1 in Burdwan

Cauliflower, a favourite winter vegetable, has seen a remarkable drop in its prices across East Burdwan.

Minister, MP argue over honking, overspeeding

Babul Supriyo, IT minister in the Mamata Banerjee cabinet and BJP MP and former judge of Calcutta High Court Abhijit Gangopadhyay entered into a heated exchange of words on Vidyasagar Setu across river Hooghly on Friday night over alleged blowing of car horn.

Kanchrapara workshop to take AI help for operations

With artificial intelligence reshaping global industries and revolutionising industries worldwide, the Kanchrapara Workshop (KPAW) of Eastern Railway has developed an in-house AI-powered website to monitor and plan various activities, redefining the way workshops function.

Decency Personified

He perhaps knew of his own constraints, compulsions, and limitations, and never resorted to what is normal now aggressive whataboutery, hate mongering or even incendiary sarcasm. He remained measured, professional and honest till his last breath. Importantly, it wasn’t just his partisan rivals or individuals from his selected staff who pushed him under the proverbial bus, but also folks from his own party or leadership who dimmed his authority whilst he was in office

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January 04, 2025