The United States' ATA report identifies China and India as key suppliers of precursor chemicals for illicit fentanyl. China remains the primary source, with India following. Diplomatic tensions rise as the U.S. imposes tariffs on Chinese imports, citing Beijing's failure to regulate shipments contributing to the fentanyl crisis.
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A sessions court in Kolkata sentenced former traffic police volunteer Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a junior doctor. The court resisted calls for the death penalty, deeming the case not the 'rarest of rare'. Roy was also fined and compensation was awarded to the victim's family.
Pope Francis, at the age of 88, passed away at 7:35 am, as announced by the Vatican. Cardinal Kevin Farrell confirmed his passing, noting his dedication to the Church and its vulnerable members. The College of Cardinals, consisting of 115 eligible members, will convene in Rome for a secret conclave to elect his successor, following centuries-old traditions.
A Lamborghini crash in Noida highlights the issue of reckless driving of luxury cars in India. The driver, Deepak Kumar, was arrested but later released on bail. Similar incidents in Nagpur, Mumbai, Pune, and Ahmedabad involving high-end cars driven recklessly have resulted in fatalities and serious injuries, raising concerns about road safety and accountability.
At a rally, President-elect Trump vowed to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth, remove them from schools and the military, and "keep men out of women's sports." He also pledged to tackle migrant crime, designate drug cartels as terrorists, and reclaim the Panama Canal.
The Los Angeles Lakers plan to convert Jordan Goodwin's two-way contract into a standard NBA deal as they prepare for the playoffs. Goodwin has become a key player, averaging 6.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. To make space, the Lakers are likely to waive Cam Reddish. A multi-year contract for Goodwin is also anticipated.
A security guard in Meerut confronted his wife and her lover in a car, leading to a dangerous situation where the lover tried to run him over. The guard clung to the bonnet as the car sped at 80-90 kmph until forced to stop by another vehicle.
The HC rebuked businessman Boby Chemmanur for choosing to stay in jail despite being granted bail. Chemmanur apologized to avoid further court action. His initial refusal aimed to show solidarity with prisoners unable to post bail. The court warned him against such media stunts and clarified that it has the power to revoke bail if necessary.
NCP MLA Chhagan Bhujbal expressed his discontent over being excluded from the Maharashtra cabinet despite CM Fadnavis, Praful Patel, and Sunil Tatkare's efforts. Bhujbal criticized Ajit Pawar's decision-making process and rejected a Rajya Sabha nomination, prioritizing his constituents' wishes. He plans to consult with community members before deciding his political future.
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