Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is held at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), alongside rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs. Both share the same lawyer, Marc Agnifilo. Mangione faces federal murder charges, potentially including the death penalty, and awaits trial in the notorious MDC, known for its harsh conditions and high-profile inmates.
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Karawal Nagar in North East Delhi is preparing for a competitive 2025 Assembly election with BJP's Kapil Mishra, INC's Dr. PK Mishra, and AAP's Manoj Tyagi as major contenders. In the 2020 elections, BJP narrowly defeated AAP, showcasing the close political battle in the region.
Former President Donald Trump invites the Kansas City Chiefs to the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl LIV victory, five years after their win was disrupted by COVID-19. Trump plans to host them following the visit from the Philadelphia Eagles. The potential political and personal dynamics, especially surrounding players like Travis Kelce, add intrigue to the upcoming event.
Availability of ITC on construction costs has been restricted retroactively from July 1, 2017, impacting commercial real estate companies. This amendment overturns a Supreme Court judgment favoring ITC on leased buildings. Experts suggest investors' confidence may be affected and legal challenges are expected from taxpayers.
Young Australian batter Sam Konstas reflected on his encounter with Indian star Virat Kohli during the Boxing Day Test. He described Kohli as down to earth and expressed his admiration for the former Indian captain. Konstas had a chat with Kohli after the match, and the interaction left a lasting impression on him.
Travis Head, brimming with confidence after consecutive centuries, walked in to bat with Australia aiming for quick runs. However, Indian pacers Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah triggered a top-order collapse, reducing Australia to 33/5. Head's aggressive approach was cut short by Mohammad Siraj's short ball, caught by Rishabh Pant for just 17.
Myanmar's Arakan Army rebels have seized a key military headquarters in Rakhine state, marking a significant escalation in the conflict against the ruling junta. This victory follows renewed fighting after a ceasefire collapsed last year. The AA's offensive, part of a broader resistance movement, has seen them gain ground, but also face accusations of targeting Rohingya communities.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar countered US Senator Elissa Slotkin's claim that democracy doesn't address hunger, asserting that India's democratic society provides nutrition support to 800 million people. He stressed that the effectiveness of democracy varies globally and emphasized the need for honest discussions on its challenges.
A complaint has been filed against actor Vijay for allegedly disrespecting Muslims at an Iftar event in Chennai. The Tamil Nadu Sunnath Jamaat highlighted the inclusion of unrelated individuals and poor organization as the main issues. They seek legal action to prevent future incidents, emphasizing that their intent is to uphold respect and dignity.
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