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Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- Deccan Herald
With PM Modi in Trinidad & Tobago, Congress recalls Indira Gandhi's 1968 visit
The Super Premium Frequent Flier PM will be in Trinidad & Tobago today. Trinidad and Tobago is a small twin-island republic that has produced a number of world figures. We in India know it as one of the places to which the British took thousands of indentured labour in the 19th… — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) July 4, 2025
Deccan Herald
30-06-2025
- Business
- Deccan Herald
Jairam Ramesh flags withdrawal of NITI working paper on Indo-US trade
This was the NITI Aayog Working Paper on Promoting India-US Agricultural Trade Under the New US Trade Regime that was officially issued on May 30, 2025, but taken off the website a few days later and is now officially withdrawn. — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) June 30, 2025
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India's tiger warrior dies at 73: Who was Valmik Thapar and what is the legacy of India's tiger conservation icon
In a world increasingly disconnected from nature, Valmik Thapar was a rare voice who spent his life listening to the wild. Passionate, persistent and deeply committed, he gave the tiger not just his time, but his voice, pen, and camera. On Saturday morning, India lost one of its fiercest wildlife guardians as Thapar passed away in Delhi at the age of 73. Born in New Delhi, Thapar dedicated over five decades to studying and protecting wild tigers, especially those in Rajasthan's Ranthambore National Park . According to PTI, he was mentored by the legendary Fateh Singh Rathore , and Thapar became a prominent face of India's tiger conservation movement. He co-founded the Ranthambhore Foundation in 1988 and served on more than 150 government committees, including the National Board for Wildlife and the Tiger Task Force. A prolific author and filmmaker, Thapar wrote or edited over 30 books, including Land of the Tiger and Tiger Fire. He also produced and narrated documentaries for BBC, Discovery and National Geographic, most recently My Tiger Family, which chronicled his 50-year journey with Ranthambore's big cats. His relationship with the famous tigress 'Macchli' became symbolic of his deep, emotional connection with wildlife. Yet, he was far from sentimental in his advocacy. Thapar consistently pushed for stricter anti-poaching laws and believed that certain habitats must remain untouched by humans for tigers to thrive. His dissenting note in the 2005 Tiger Task Force report, warning against the overestimation of human-tiger coexistence, remains a testament to his firm convictions. Family background and educational qualifications Thapar came from a family of intellectuals, son of journalist Romesh Thapar, nephew of historian Romila Thapar, and cousin to journalist Karan Thapar. He studied at The Doon School and St. Stephen's College, graduating with a gold medal in sociology. He was married to theatre artist Sanjana Kapoor, daughter of Shashi Kapoor. Remembering him, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called him 'truly unforgettable' and 'a legendary figure in the world of conservation.' — Jairam_Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) The leader further called Valmiki "uncommonly knowledgeable" on a variety of issues relating to biodiversity.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Congress says party shortlisted 4 MPs for delegation on Operation Sindoor; Shashi Tharoor's name not on list
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Saturday said that the Indian National Congress (INC) has submitted names of four MPs for the government's proposed delegations to foreign countries to explain India's stance on terrorism emanating from Pakistan. In a post on social media platform X, Ramesh said, "Yesterday morning, the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju spoke with the Congress President and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. The INC was asked to submit names of 4 MPs for the delegations to be sent abroad to explain India's stance on terrorism from Pakistan." — Jairam_Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) He added, "By noon yesterday, May 16th, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha wrote to the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs giving the following names on behalf of the INC: Shri Anand Sharma, former Union Cabinet Minister; Shri Gaurav Gogoi, Deputy Leader, INC in Lok Sabha; Dr. Syed Naseer Hussain, MP, Rajya Sabha; and Shri Raja Brar, MP, Lok Sabha. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bank Owned Properties For Sale In Tutuban Mall (Prices May Surprise You) Foreclosed Homes | Search ads Search Now Undo Curiously, the name of Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor is missing from the list that Jairam Ramesh says the Congress submitted to the Parliamentary Affairs Minister. The Minister, Kire Rijiju however named Tharoor in the list of 7 MPs who would represent India at world forums where they would brief world leaders on Operation Sindoor . Live Events — KirenRijiju (@KirenRijiju) The other members who will lead delegations are: BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad, JDU leader Sanjay Kumar Jha, BJP leader Baijayant Panda, DMK leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule, and Shiv Sena leader Shrikant Eknath Shinde. Rijiju said that India stands united, and seven all-party Delegations will soon visit key partner nations, "In moments that matter most, Bharat stands united. Seven All-Party Delegations will soon visit key partner nations, carrying our shared message of zero tolerance to terrorism. A powerful reflection of national unity above politics, beyond differences." — ShashiTharoor (@ShashiTharoor) Tharoor has also accepted the government's proposal saying, "When national interest is involved, and my services are required, I will not be found wanting." The All-Party Delegations will project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations. They would carry forth to the world the country's strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism. The parliamentarians' groups are likely to visit several key world capitals, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, South Africa, and Japan. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. India's precision strikes in Pakistan and PoJK on May 7 killed over 100 terrorists.
Deccan Herald
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Trump's 'mediator' claims on India-Pak ceasefire: Opposition mounts pressure for all-party meet, seeks answers from Modi govt
The Indian National Congress reiterates its demand for an all- party meet chaired by the PM and for a special session of Parliament for a full discussion on Pahalgam, Operation Sindoor, and the ceasefire announcements made from Washington DC first and then subsequently by the… — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) May 11, 2025 गजब की बेइज्जती हो गयी! अब all party meeting बुलाईये, हिम्मत है तो..और प्रधान मंत्री उपस्थित रहे! — Sanjay Raut (@rautsanjay61) May 11, 2025
