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The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31. NEW DELHI: The PM CARES Fund, established to deal with emergency situations like Covid pandemic in 2020, recorded total receipts of Rs 8,452.95 crore in the financial year 2024-25, up from Rs 7,188.63 crore in the previous financial year, according to its audit report. The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31.Fixed deposits accounted for nearly 93 per cent of the fund’s closing balance, with Rs 7,846.65 crore held in such deposits.Interest earned from these fixed deposits stood at Rs 469.38 crore during the year, making it the fund’s largest source of income.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDomestic donations to the fund declined to Rs 479.05 crore in FY25 from Rs 681.81 crore in FY24. Foreign donations also fell to Rs 9.28 lakh from Rs 11.35 lakh during the period.The fund’s total payments during FY25 stood at Rs 87.85 lakh, compared with Rs 15.60 crore in the previous financial year.The figures show that while total receipts increased during FY25, donations from both domestic and foreign sources declined, while interest from fixed deposits accounted for the largest share of the fund’s income.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSIT Gives Clean Chit To Champat Rai & Anil Mishra In Ayodhya Probe, Submits Final Report | WatchVijay Apologises In Assembly After Karunanidhi Remark Sparks DMK Uproar Over Decorum BreachCriminal Cases Against Netas: 4,192 Trials Pending, 170 Lok Sabha MPs Face Serious ChargesJSSC-CGL CANCELLED: Jharkhand Students Celebrate After Government Accepts Key Demands“No Compensation, Build A School”: CJP Volunteer Emotional Tribute To Father Leaves Ranka In TearsAsish Banerjee Death Mystery: Threat, Blackmail Angle Probed As Note And Phones Face ScrutinyBJP’s Big Shake-Up: Ram Madhav Returns, Smriti Irani Gets Key Role In Nitin Nabin’s New Team‘Will Rise For Vande Mataram, But Won’t Sing’: Congress MP Imran Masood Amid Sonia Gandhi Row‘Personally Meet Students’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To CM Hemant Soren Over Jharkhand Protests7 Charred To Death, Several Injured In Fire At Hotel Near Tarapith Temple In Bengal’s Birbhum123PhotostoriesHow to peel garlic quickly: 7 easy ways to remove garlic skin without sticky fingersRhea Chakraborty’s new luxurious home: A dreamy closet, French windows and moreBest time to oil your hair for growth: Morning, night, or before a wash? The truth is finally outSmoking, vaping, or heated tobacco: Which is worse? US-based dentist compares the three7 common non-venomous snakes found around the worldAditi Rao Hydari’s two iconic festive ensembles just made everyone else look underpreparedYou may feel completely fine, but these 6 everyday habits could be hurting your kidneysClassic Kasavu to rich Kanjeevaram:5 South Indian sarees to wear for Onam 2026From handloom cotton to merino wool: 6 fabrics every woman should choose this autumn for comfort, skin health and style10 vegetarian dishes from around the world that Indians will genuinely love123Hot PicksArshdeep Singh DangBank holidays this weekBihar STET 2026BJP new teamJharkhand ProtestJSSC-CGL exam cancelledAbhijeet DipkeSupreme Court HolidayTwisha SharmaTop TrendingTwisha SharmaDelhi Draft PollMadhya Pradesh AccidentKolkata Airport Building FireAbhijeet DipkeKiren RijijuBengaluru Double MurderWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir

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The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31. NEW DELHI: The PM CARES Fund, established to deal with emergency situations like Covid pandemic in 2020, recorded total receipts of Rs 8,452.95 crore in the financial year 2024-25, up from Rs 7,188.63 crore in the previous financial year, according to its audit report. The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31.Fixed deposits accounted for nearly 93 per cent of the fund’s closing balance, with Rs 7,846.65 crore held in such deposits.Interest earned from these fixed deposits stood at Rs 469.38 crore during the year, making it the fund’s largest source of income.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDomestic donations to the fund declined to Rs 479.05 crore in FY25 from Rs 681.81 crore in FY24. Foreign donations also fell to Rs 9.28 lakh from Rs 11.35 lakh during the period.The fund’s total payments during FY25 stood at Rs 87.85 lakh, compared with Rs 15.60 crore in the previous financial year.The figures show that while total receipts increased during FY25, donations from both domestic and foreign sources declined, while interest from fixed deposits accounted for the largest share of the fund’s income.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSIT Gives Clean Chit To Champat Rai & Anil Mishra In Ayodhya Probe, Submits Final Report | WatchVijay Apologises In Assembly After Karunanidhi Remark Sparks DMK Uproar Over Decorum BreachCriminal Cases Against Netas: 4,192 Trials Pending, 170 Lok Sabha MPs Face Serious ChargesJSSC-CGL CANCELLED: Jharkhand Students Celebrate After Government Accepts Key Demands“No Compensation, Build A School”: CJP Volunteer Emotional Tribute To Father Leaves Ranka In TearsAsish Banerjee Death Mystery: Threat, Blackmail Angle Probed As Note And Phones Face ScrutinyBJP’s Big Shake-Up: Ram Madhav Returns, Smriti Irani Gets Key Role In Nitin Nabin’s New Team‘Will Rise For Vande Mataram, But Won’t Sing’: Congress MP Imran Masood Amid Sonia Gandhi Row‘Personally Meet Students’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To CM Hemant Soren Over Jharkhand Protests7 Charred To Death, Several Injured In Fire At Hotel Near Tarapith Temple In Bengal’s Birbhum123PhotostoriesHow to peel garlic quickly: 7 easy ways to remove garlic skin without sticky fingersRhea Chakraborty’s new luxurious home: A dreamy closet, French windows and moreBest time to oil your hair for growth: Morning, night, or before a wash? The truth is finally outSmoking, vaping, or heated tobacco: Which is worse? US-based dentist compares the three7 common non-venomous snakes found around the worldAditi Rao Hydari’s two iconic festive ensembles just made everyone else look underpreparedYou may feel completely fine, but these 6 everyday habits could be hurting your kidneysClassic Kasavu to rich Kanjeevaram:5 South Indian sarees to wear for Onam 2026From handloom cotton to merino wool: 6 fabrics every woman should choose this autumn for comfort, skin health and style10 vegetarian dishes from around the world that Indians will genuinely love123Hot PicksArshdeep Singh DangBank holidays this weekBihar STET 2026BJP new teamJharkhand ProtestJSSC-CGL exam cancelledAbhijeet DipkeSupreme Court HolidayTwisha SharmaTop TrendingTwisha SharmaDelhi Draft PollMadhya Pradesh AccidentKolkata Airport Building FireAbhijeet DipkeKiren RijijuBengaluru Double MurderWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir


PM CARES Fund data made public; balance rises to Rs 8,452 crore
The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31.

NEW DELHI: The PM CARES Fund, established to deal with emergency situations like Covid pandemic in 2020, recorded total receipts of Rs 8,452.95 crore in the financial year 2024-25, up from Rs 7,188.63 crore in the previous financial year, according to its audit report. The final balance stood at Rs 8,452 crore on March 31.Fixed deposits accounted for nearly 93 per cent of the fund’s closing balance, with Rs 7,846.65 crore held in such deposits.Interest earned from these fixed deposits stood at Rs 469.38 crore during the year, making it the fund’s largest source of income.

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On allegations that police personnel used lathis fitted with nails, the affidavit said the videos showed only one such incident, but claimed that the object was in the hands of a protester and not a police officer. NEW DELHI: The Delhi police on Tuesday replied to the allegations raised about having officers present in civilian clothing during the crackdown on CJP protesters on July 20. 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The constable, Abhishek Kumar, has been suspended and faces departmental proceedings NEW DELHI: Bihar government on Tuesday transferred 17 IPS officers, including the superintendents of police in Bhojpur and Siwan, where police action during recent student protests had sparked controversy.The development comes as the state government told the Supreme Court that a constable fired four rounds from an AK-47 in the air after being surrounded by protesters in Siwan on July 25. The government said no protester was injured in the firing, though three others suffered minor firearm injuries during police action that day.The constable, Abhishek Kumar, has been suspended and faces departmental proceedings. The government said the rifle was meant for special operations, not routine crowd control.This is a developing story. Details to follow…Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos30,000 Protesters, 5,000 Cops: Delhi Police Defends Force Before Supreme Court In Protest CaseSIT Gives Clean Chit To Champat Rai & Anil Mishra In Ayodhya Probe, Submits Final Report | WatchVijay Apologises In Assembly After Karunanidhi Remark Sparks DMK Uproar Over Decorum BreachCriminal Cases Against Netas: 4,192 Trials Pending, 170 Lok Sabha MPs Face Serious ChargesJSSC-CGL CANCELLED: Jharkhand Students Celebrate After Government Accepts Key Demands“No Compensation, Build A School”: CJP Volunteer Emotional Tribute To Father Leaves Ranka In TearsAsish Banerjee Death Mystery: Threat, Blackmail Angle Probed As Note And Phones Face ScrutinyBJP’s Big Shake-Up: Ram Madhav Returns, Smriti Irani Gets Key Role In Nitin Nabin’s New Team‘Will Rise For Vande Mataram, But Won’t Sing’: Congress MP Imran Masood Amid Sonia Gandhi Row‘Personally Meet Students’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To CM Hemant Soren Over Jharkhand Protests123Photostories9 Simple daily remedies to enhance the power of your planetsHow to peel garlic quickly: 7 easy ways to remove garlic skin without sticky fingersRhea Chakraborty’s new luxurious home: A dreamy closet, French windows and moreBest time to oil your hair for growth: Morning, night, or before a wash? The truth is finally outSmoking, vaping, or heated tobacco: Which is worse? US-based dentist compares the three7 common non-venomous snakes found around the worldAditi Rao Hydari’s two iconic festive ensembles just made everyone else look underpreparedYou may feel completely fine, but these 6 everyday habits could be hurting your kidneysClassic Kasavu to rich Kanjeevaram:5 South Indian sarees to wear for Onam 2026From handloom cotton to merino wool: 6 fabrics every woman should choose this autumn for comfort, skin health and style123Hot PicksArshdeep Singh DangBank holidays this weekBihar STET 2026BJP new teamJharkhand ProtestJSSC-CGL exam cancelledAbhijeet DipkeSupreme Court HolidayTwisha SharmaTop TrendingTwisha SharmaDelhi Draft PollMadhya Pradesh AccidentKolkata Airport Building FireAbhijeet DipkeKiren RijijuBengaluru Double MurderWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir

The constable, Abhishek Kumar, has been suspended and faces departmental proceedings NEW DELHI: Bihar government on Tuesday transferred 17 IPS officers, including the superintendents of police in Bhojpur and Siwan, where police action during recent student protests had sparked controversy.The development comes as the state government told the Supreme Court that a constable fired four rounds from an AK-47 in the air after being surrounded by protesters in Siwan on July 25. The government said no protester was injured in the firing, though three others suffered minor firearm injuries during police action that day.The constable, Abhishek Kumar, has been suspended and faces departmental proceedings. The government said the rifle was meant for special operations, not routine crowd control.This is a developing story. Details to follow…Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos30,000 Protesters, 5,000 Cops: Delhi Police Defends Force Before Supreme Court In Protest CaseSIT Gives Clean Chit To Champat Rai & Anil Mishra In Ayodhya Probe, Submits Final Report | WatchVijay Apologises In Assembly After Karunanidhi Remark Sparks DMK Uproar Over Decorum BreachCriminal Cases Against Netas: 4,192 Trials Pending, 170 Lok Sabha MPs Face Serious ChargesJSSC-CGL CANCELLED: Jharkhand Students Celebrate After Government Accepts Key Demands“No Compensation, Build A School”: CJP Volunteer Emotional Tribute To Father Leaves Ranka In TearsAsish Banerjee Death Mystery: Threat, Blackmail Angle Probed As Note And Phones Face ScrutinyBJP’s Big Shake-Up: Ram Madhav Returns, Smriti Irani Gets Key Role In Nitin Nabin’s New Team‘Will Rise For Vande Mataram, But Won’t Sing’: Congress MP Imran Masood Amid Sonia Gandhi Row‘Personally Meet Students’: Rahul Gandhi Writes To CM Hemant Soren Over Jharkhand Protests123Photostories9 Simple daily remedies to enhance the power of your planetsHow to peel garlic quickly: 7 easy ways to remove garlic skin without sticky fingersRhea Chakraborty’s new luxurious home: A dreamy closet, French windows and moreBest time to oil your hair for growth: Morning, night, or before a wash? The truth is finally outSmoking, vaping, or heated tobacco: Which is worse? US-based dentist compares the three7 common non-venomous snakes found around the worldAditi Rao Hydari’s two iconic festive ensembles just made everyone else look underpreparedYou may feel completely fine, but these 6 everyday habits could be hurting your kidneysClassic Kasavu to rich Kanjeevaram:5 South Indian sarees to wear for Onam 2026From handloom cotton to merino wool: 6 fabrics every woman should choose this autumn for comfort, skin health and style123Hot PicksArshdeep Singh DangBank holidays this weekBihar STET 2026BJP new teamJharkhand ProtestJSSC-CGL exam cancelledAbhijeet DipkeSupreme Court HolidayTwisha SharmaTop TrendingTwisha SharmaDelhi Draft PollMadhya Pradesh AccidentKolkata Airport Building FireAbhijeet DipkeKiren RijijuBengaluru Double MurderWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir

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File photo: Karnataka CM DK Shivkumar and Tamil Nadu CM Vijay NEW DELHI: Karnataka deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar on Tuesday warned Tamil Nadu politicians against interfering in the state’s administration over the killing of three suspected poachers in Chamarajanagar, asserting that Karnataka would protect the sanctity of its territory.Shivakumar also rejected demands from a section of Tamil Nadu politicians for a CBI inquiry into the deaths of the three men, who were residents of villages in Hanur taluk of Karnataka and were described as Tamils.“This is a federal structure. No state should interfere with the administration of any other state. People should have this basic understanding. I cannot get involved in any of the law and order problems of Tamil Nadu. Every state has its own problems,” he told reporters.The remarks came as the issue was raised in the Tamil Nadu assembly on Tuesday, with members across party lines demanding a high-level probe into the August 15 firing by the Karnataka forest department.’We know how to protect our state’Shivakumar said he did not want to respond to every statement coming from Tamil Nadu but stressed that Karnataka would handle the matter within its own administrative framework.“They should also know that we know how to protect our state. Let them do their job; we will do ours… I don’t want to interfere in their administration. We have to protect whatever sanctity there is of our state,” he said.“I don’t want to comment on everything. This is a general issue. 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He had also said the explanation offered by the Karnataka forest department was unacceptable.In the Tamil Nadu Assembly, former chief minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami demanded a CBI probe, citing allegations by the families that the three men were shot dead while a fourth person was injured and later received treatment in Mysuru.Palaniswami said the incident required an investigation to establish the facts, particularly as the area lies close to the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border.Other legislators also demanded an impartial investigation. DMK MLA Manoj Pandian described the incident as a “fake encounter” and alleged a serious human rights violation, while seeking a judicial inquiry. Congress member Tharahai Cuthbert also demanded a CBI probe.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesBJP MLA Bhojarajan backed an impartial inquiry, saying the incident had raised concerns among Tamils living in Karnataka.Karnataka orders magisterial inquiryKarnataka has already ordered a magisterial inquiry into the deaths, according to the Tamil Nadu government’s statement in the assembly.The Karnataka government also announced interim relief of Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the three deceased.The bodies were handed over to their families after postmortems on August 17 for the last rites.The fourth person, identified as Mahimadan, was injured in the incident and was admitted to a hospital.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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File photo: Karnataka CM DK Shivkumar and Tamil Nadu CM Vijay NEW DELHI: Karnataka deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar on Tuesday warned Tamil Nadu politicians against interfering in the state’s administration over the killing of three suspected poachers in Chamarajanagar, asserting that Karnataka would protect the sanctity of its territory.Shivakumar also rejected demands from a section of Tamil Nadu politicians for a CBI inquiry into the deaths of the three men, who were residents of villages in Hanur taluk of Karnataka and were described as Tamils.“This is a federal structure. No state should interfere with the administration of any other state. People should have this basic understanding. I cannot get involved in any of the law and order problems of Tamil Nadu. Every state has its own problems,” he told reporters.The remarks came as the issue was raised in the Tamil Nadu assembly on Tuesday, with members across party lines demanding a high-level probe into the August 15 firing by the Karnataka forest department.’We know how to protect our state’Shivakumar said he did not want to respond to every statement coming from Tamil Nadu but stressed that Karnataka would handle the matter within its own administrative framework.“They should also know that we know how to protect our state. Let them do their job; we will do ours… I don’t want to interfere in their administration. We have to protect whatever sanctity there is of our state,” he said.“I don’t want to comment on everything. This is a general issue. They should do their job; we should do our job,” he added.The three men, Anthony Samy, John Rose Peter and Kumar, were shot dead by Karnataka forest personnel in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary area in the early hours of August 15.According to Karnataka officials, the forest personnel were carrying out an anti-poaching operation when they came under fire from the group. The officials said the personnel returned fire in self-defence, resulting in the deaths of three people.However, the circumstances surrounding the incident have been disputed by the victims’ families and Tamil Nadu political leaders.Tamil Nadu parties seek probe into deathsTamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay had strongly condemned the alleged killings and called for a fair investigation by a high-level committee. He had also said the explanation offered by the Karnataka forest department was unacceptable.In the Tamil Nadu Assembly, former chief minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami demanded a CBI probe, citing allegations by the families that the three men were shot dead while a fourth person was injured and later received treatment in Mysuru.Palaniswami said the incident required an investigation to establish the facts, particularly as the area lies close to the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border.Other legislators also demanded an impartial investigation. DMK MLA Manoj Pandian described the incident as a “fake encounter” and alleged a serious human rights violation, while seeking a judicial inquiry. Congress member Tharahai Cuthbert also demanded a CBI probe.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesBJP MLA Bhojarajan backed an impartial inquiry, saying the incident had raised concerns among Tamils living in Karnataka.Karnataka orders magisterial inquiryKarnataka has already ordered a magisterial inquiry into the deaths, according to the Tamil Nadu government’s statement in the assembly.The Karnataka government also announced interim relief of Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the three deceased.The bodies were handed over to their families after postmortems on August 17 for the last rites.The fourth person, identified as Mahimadan, was injured in the incident and was admitted to a hospital.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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The Teesta begins in the Himalayas and flows through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. Bangladesh does not want its relations with India to suffer because of the long-running dispute over sharing the waters of the Teesta river, country’s water resources minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee said.Speaking at a seminar in Dhaka on Sunday, Anee said Bangladesh recognised India as a friendly neighbour but wanted New Delhi to consider Dhaka’s interests while pursuing its own.”The neighbouring country is a friendly country. They have to think that while they have their interests, we also have ours,” news agency PTI reported citing news portal tbsnews.net.”A friend should protect the interests of a friend. We never want our friendly relations with them to deteriorate,” he said.Bangladesh pushes for Teesta solutionThe comments come as Bangladesh’s new government steps up efforts to find a solution to the Teesta dispute. Dhaka is also pursuing a broader Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project, with China offering support.The proposed project aims to address recurring floods, river erosion and shortages of water during the dry season in northern Bangladesh, where the river is crucial for farming and livelihoods.Anee said the government had held several seminars and consultations since the February election to gather expert views on the project. A detailed study based on those recommendations would help the government decide its next steps.The minister said people in five to six northern districts had high expectations from the project after years of suffering from erosion and other river-related problems.”If we fail to implement it, the damage and problems faced by families in those areas will continue to increase. We have to overcome this challenge anyhow,” he said.Anee said prime minister Tarique Rahman regularly discusses the project and that government departments are also reviewing its progress.Calling for an agreement on the river, he said, “Whether it is called the Teesta treaty or the Teesta master plan, or whatever is necessary to implement this project, we will move towards implementation.”Why the Teesta matters to India and BangladeshThe Teesta begins in the Himalayas and flows through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. It eventually joins the Jamuna, which is the Bangladeshi name for the Brahmaputra.The river is particularly important to northern Bangladesh, where farmers depend on its water. It is also important to West Bengal for irrigation and power generation, with several districts in North Bengal relying on its waters.India and Bangladesh have been discussing the sharing of Teesta waters since the 1980s. An interim arrangement reached in 1983 allocated 39 per cent of the water to India and 36 per cent to Bangladesh, leaving 25 per cent unallocated.The two sides continued negotiations but failed to reach a long-term agreement. A draft interim deal was finalised in 2011, but it could not be signed after the West Bengal government opposed it over concerns about water availability in the state.China’s role adds a strategic angleBangladesh’s renewed push for the Teesta project has gained a wider strategic dimension because of China’s involvement.During his visit to Beijing in June, Rahman held talks with Chinese leaders and secured a commitment from Beijing to speed up a technical feasibility study for the proposed Teesta restoration project.For India, greater Chinese involvement in northern Bangladesh is sensitive because the region lies close to the Siliguri Corridor. The narrow corridor is India’s crucial land link between the northeastern states and the rest of the country.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIndia has maintained that the Teesta issue should be discussed with all relevant stakeholders, including West Bengal.External affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in July that India’s position on the proposed Teesta project had already been conveyed to Bangladesh. He said India would consider “all related developments” as part of its “overall approach to the Teesta issue”.Teesta separate from Ganges treatyThe Teesta negotiations are separate from the India-Bangladesh Ganges Water Sharing Treaty signed in 1996.That treaty is valid for 30 years and is due to expire in December 2026. India and Bangladesh share 54 transboundary rivers and use the Joint Rivers Commission to address issues related to their common water resources.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI World DeskAt TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. 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The Teesta begins in the Himalayas and flows through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. Bangladesh does not want its relations with India to suffer because of the long-running dispute over sharing the waters of the Teesta river, country’s water resources minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee said.Speaking at a seminar in Dhaka on Sunday, Anee said Bangladesh recognised India as a friendly neighbour but wanted New Delhi to consider Dhaka’s interests while pursuing its own.”The neighbouring country is a friendly country. They have to think that while they have their interests, we also have ours,” news agency PTI reported citing news portal tbsnews.net.”A friend should protect the interests of a friend. We never want our friendly relations with them to deteriorate,” he said.Bangladesh pushes for Teesta solutionThe comments come as Bangladesh’s new government steps up efforts to find a solution to the Teesta dispute. Dhaka is also pursuing a broader Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project, with China offering support.The proposed project aims to address recurring floods, river erosion and shortages of water during the dry season in northern Bangladesh, where the river is crucial for farming and livelihoods.Anee said the government had held several seminars and consultations since the February election to gather expert views on the project. A detailed study based on those recommendations would help the government decide its next steps.The minister said people in five to six northern districts had high expectations from the project after years of suffering from erosion and other river-related problems.”If we fail to implement it, the damage and problems faced by families in those areas will continue to increase. We have to overcome this challenge anyhow,” he said.Anee said prime minister Tarique Rahman regularly discusses the project and that government departments are also reviewing its progress.Calling for an agreement on the river, he said, “Whether it is called the Teesta treaty or the Teesta master plan, or whatever is necessary to implement this project, we will move towards implementation.”Why the Teesta matters to India and BangladeshThe Teesta begins in the Himalayas and flows through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. It eventually joins the Jamuna, which is the Bangladeshi name for the Brahmaputra.The river is particularly important to northern Bangladesh, where farmers depend on its water. It is also important to West Bengal for irrigation and power generation, with several districts in North Bengal relying on its waters.India and Bangladesh have been discussing the sharing of Teesta waters since the 1980s. An interim arrangement reached in 1983 allocated 39 per cent of the water to India and 36 per cent to Bangladesh, leaving 25 per cent unallocated.The two sides continued negotiations but failed to reach a long-term agreement. A draft interim deal was finalised in 2011, but it could not be signed after the West Bengal government opposed it over concerns about water availability in the state.China’s role adds a strategic angleBangladesh’s renewed push for the Teesta project has gained a wider strategic dimension because of China’s involvement.During his visit to Beijing in June, Rahman held talks with Chinese leaders and secured a commitment from Beijing to speed up a technical feasibility study for the proposed Teesta restoration project.For India, greater Chinese involvement in northern Bangladesh is sensitive because the region lies close to the Siliguri Corridor. The narrow corridor is India’s crucial land link between the northeastern states and the rest of the country.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIndia has maintained that the Teesta issue should be discussed with all relevant stakeholders, including West Bengal.External affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in July that India’s position on the proposed Teesta project had already been conveyed to Bangladesh. He said India would consider “all related developments” as part of its “overall approach to the Teesta issue”.Teesta separate from Ganges treatyThe Teesta negotiations are separate from the India-Bangladesh Ganges Water Sharing Treaty signed in 1996.That treaty is valid for 30 years and is due to expire in December 2026. India and Bangladesh share 54 transboundary rivers and use the Joint Rivers Commission to address issues related to their common water resources.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI World DeskAt TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. 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