Breon Peace, the US Attorney who brought charges against industrialist Gautam Adani, is resigning on January 10, 2025, weeks before Trump's inauguration. His tenure included high-profile cases like the R. Kelly trial. Peace expressed gratitude for his team's work in upholding the rule of law and promoting civil rights. Carolyn Pokorny will become Acting US Attorney.
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Ramakanta Rath, eminent poet and Padma Bhushan awardee, passed away at 91 in Bhubaneswar. He was a celebrated figure in Odia literature and a former bureaucrat. Chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi and others mourned his loss, highlighting his literary and administrative contributions. Rath's notable works and accolades include the Saraswati Samman and Sahitya Akademi Award.
A powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake hit the Caribbean Sea near the Cayman Islands, prompting tsunami warnings. The quake struck 125 miles south-southwest of George Town. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation with advisories issued for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. No immediate damage or casualties have been reported, and coastal residents are urged to stay alert.
Pat McAfee faces criticism for sharing an unverified rumor about an Ole Miss student, Mary Kate Cornett, on his show, leading to online harassment. Cornett accuses McAfee of defamation and causing emotional distress, potentially leading to legal action.
The Budget session of Parliament in New Delhi is expected to be contentious, highlighted by the opposition's pledge to address the Maha Kumbh stampede and the waqf bill. Defence minister Rajnath Singh discussed the legislative agenda, while parties like Congress and SP criticized VIP movement management at Kumbh.
Amid a series of executive orders, President Trump warned of 100% tariffs on Brics nations if trade remains unbalanced, incorrectly mentioned Spain as a member. He also signed notable actions like withdrawing from the Paris Accord, ending birthright citizenship, and renaming the Gulf of Mexico, sparking legal and international challenges.
PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump discussed enhancing their Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, covering technology, trade, and defense. Modi expressed commitment to global peace and prosperity. Trump's focus included India's procurement of American security equipment and fair trade. They also addressed issues like illegal immigration and planned mutual visits.
A 65-year-old woman in Lakhisarai district was allegedly gang-raped by four men who forcibly entered her home past midnight asking for cigarettes. Two suspects have been arrested, while two remain at large. The incident left the victim hospitalized and triggered an intense manhunt. Authorities vow severe punishment for the culprits.
Pongal is a major South Indian festival celebrated with great enthusiasm, particularly in Tamil Nadu, marking the Tamil month of Thai and the harvest season. The four-day event involves honoring deities, expressing gratitude for food and prosperity, and sharing warm greetings and messages of happiness and good fortune.