Justice P Velmurugan of the Madras High Court voiced his shame over the Anna University rape case being politicised, urging improved women's safety instead. He criticized political protests and media trials for seeking attention rather than genuine concern. The judge highlighted the need for equal rights and pledged full judicial oversight if investigations falter.
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Dense fog and a cold wave gripped Delhi on Saturday, severely reducing visibility and disrupting flights. The temperature rose slightly to 10.2°C from 9.6°C the previous day. The city's AQI worsened, reaching 385 in the 'very poor' category. Bonfires and fully occupied night shelters provided warmth to residents as temperatures dropped further.
Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav announced provisions for capital punishment for those involved in religious conversions. Congress leader Arif Masood demanded clarity on what constitutes forced conversion and criticized the CM for inadequate action on missing girls' cases. The Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, 2021, criminalizes unlawful religious conversions with strict penalties.
Punjab Kings face a setback as Lockie Ferguson is likely out for the remainder of IPL 2025 due to a serious left thigh injury sustained against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Fast bowling coach James Hopes confirmed Ferguson's indefinite absence, creating a void in Punjab's pace attack. The team will now consider replacements like Xavier Bartlett, Azmatullah Omarzai, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Yash Thakur.
According to Munger Superintendent of Police (SP) Syed Imran Masood, "ASI Santosh Kumar Singh lost his life after being attacked by individuals in Munger. He was responding to a ruckus created by the family of a man identified as Ranveer Kumar in Nandalpur village under Mufassil police station limits."
A Saudi doctor living in Germany drove into a Magdeburg Christmas market, killing five and injuring over 200. The 50-year-old suspect, an ex-Muslim with anti-Islamic views, was apprehended at the scene. Officials are investigating the motive, while the nation mourns and increases security measures.
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet reveals that she gauges job candidates' fit by asking what they have learned in the last six months, highlighting the importance of continuous learning. Sweet herself focused on AI and learned to bake bread. This hiring strategy reflects the growing importance of adaptability in an AI-driven era.
The Indian government is introducing bills for 'one nation, one election,' aiming to synchronize Lok Sabha and state assembly polls. The proposed change aims to reduce election expenses and disruptions caused by the Model Code of Conduct, reverting to a system prevalent until 1967. Consequential amendments are also proposed for Union Territories.
President Joe Biden will bestow the nation's second-highest civilian award, the Presidential Citizens Medal, to Liz Cheney, Bennie Thompson, and 18 other distinguished individuals for their exemplary service. The honours come just as Donald Trump criticises them for their roles in the January 6 Capitol riot investigation.
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