A 28-year-old man, recently released on bail for rape, allegedly murdered and dismembered the 18-year-old survivor in Odisha. He feared her testimony would lead to his re-imprisonment. Police used CCTV footage and phone records to track the accused, who disposed of the body parts in various locations. A juvenile accomplice is also in custody.
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West Bengal's potato farmers and cold storage owners are struggling with a surplus of 4.1 lakh tonnes of potatoes. Wholesale prices have dropped, but retail prices remain high due to middlemen. The government is urged to lift the export ban to neighboring states and consider purchasing the surplus to offer consumers lower prices.
Ahead of his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump delivered a speech promising a swift shift in federal priorities. He committed to rolling back Biden's actions, initiating large-scale deportations, and addressing international conflicts. Trump assured the audience of significant changes within his first 100 days and emphasized revitalizing American strength, prosperity, and dismantling the political establishment.
Shiv Sena leader Neelam Gorhe's controversial remarks at the 98th Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan about gifting Mercedes cars for plum posts in Thackeray's Sena drew criticism from Sharad Pawar and Devendra Fadnavis. Pawar called her statement immature, while Fadnavis urged restraint at such forums.
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Parliamentary proceedings remain stalled as Congress demands action against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for linking the Gandhis to George Soros. Congress Deputy Leader Gaurav Gogoi urged Speaker Om Birla to expunge Dubey's "defamatory remarks," promising Congress's participation in legislative business thereafter. BJP doubled down on the allegations, citing connections between Soros and Nehru's family.