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For the MAGAverse, this isn’t just another political ceremony; it’s a coronation of their chosen champion, a reclamation of what they believe was nearly lost. The Capitol steps, now adorned with flags and a stage fit for a rock star, await Trump’s larger-than-life presence, as supporters and sceptics alike prepare to witness a moment that will undoubtedly define this era of American politics.

The parents of a 31-year-old doctor raped and murdered in Kolkata last year express discontent with the convict's life imprisonment sentence, urging for a death penalty. They plan to appeal for justice in higher court, alleging half-hearted investigation. The crime involved a brutal attack on an on-duty doctor, raising safety concerns for medical professionals.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape and MI Cape Town secured key victories this week in the SA20 League, with MI Cape Town topping the standings. Sunrisers rose to fourth place with bonus-point wins. Paarl Royals and Joburg Super Kings remained competitive, while Pretoria Capitals had mixed results. Durban’s Super Giants struggled at the bottom, needing a revival to stay in contention.

DK Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, emphasized his dedication to protecting the Congress party and its government, dismissing any internal discord. He highlighted the significance of the ongoing 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bheem, Jai Constitution Convention' in Belgaum, stressing his commitment to the party's principles and the importance of unity among party members.

The dramatic increase in donation levels aligns with a surge in enthusiasm after a contentious election. With over $170 million raised so far and expectations of surpassing $200 million, the committee's funds far exceed the costs of hosting the events, including receptions, lunches, and balls. For donors with business interests before the government, the $1 million price point is seen as a calculated investment in influence.

The Boston Celtics face the Golden State Warriors tonight at the Chase Center, with the Celtics leading the season series. Key players to watch include Jayson Tatum and Stephen Curry. Despite recent momentum, the Warriors are likely to struggle against the reigning champions. The game will air on TNT, truTV, and MAX.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the CBI for removing the rape and murder case of an on-duty doctor from Kolkata Police. A Kolkata court sentenced the convict, Sanjay Roy, to life imprisonment instead of the death penalty, causing dissatisfaction among Banerjee and others who demanded capital punishment.

A 26-year-old Hyderabad student, Ravi Teja, was fatally shot by unidentified assailants in Washington. The incident occurred at a gas station while he was job hunting after completing his master’s degree. Authorities are investigating the possibility of a hate crime.

Oxfam International’s report highlights how colonial wealth extraction, particularly from India, has laid the foundation for modern economic inequalities, including the dominance of unearned wealth, the exploitation in global supply chains, and the widening gender and wage gaps, reinforcing economic dependency and underdevelopment.

A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment and fined him Rs 50,000 for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor. While the CBI called for the death penalty in this 'rarest of rare' case, the court declined, deeming it not sufficiently rare. Roy maintains he was framed and coerced into confessing.

The dominance of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic (the "Big Three"), born in the 1980s, created an era of unprecedented greatness, amassing over 60 Grand Slam titles combined. Their rivalry defined an era, leaving little room for players born in the 1990s to consistently break through.

In August, Go First's lenders had decided to liquidate the company's assets after rejecting bids by interested suitors to revive the bankrupt airline, Reuters had reported, citing sources

The injured passengers were rushed to Maddur taluk hospital for treatment

Gaurav Taneja, known as Flying Beast on YouTube, appeared on Shark Tank India to pitch his supplements brand, BeastLife. Despite his company's initial success, the sharks doubted his dual-focus strategy. Anupam Mittal questioned his commitment, while Taneja raised concerns about the show's diminishing impact in a LinkedIn post.

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra criticised Mohammed Siraj's omission from India's Champions Trophy squad, suggesting Siraj's consistent ODI performances should have earned him a place over Ravindra Jadeja. Chopra emphasised Siraj's higher potential for contribution and discussed his impressive statistics, arguing that he would have been more valuable to the team in the tournament.

The overall list for trust of the general population in the government, businesses, media and NGOs was again topped by China, while Indonesia replaced India for the second spot by virtue of an increased score despite the Indian score remaining unchanged.

Kerala Assembly remembers Manmohan Singh as a liberal-minded Prime Minister, an internationally respected economist who steered India’s economic reforms and a resolute statesman

Sachin Pilot exuded confidence that the people of Delhi will vote for the Congress this time.

The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case for allegedly making defamatory remarks about Amit Shah during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The court has sought responses from the Jharkhand government and the complainant. The case was initially filed by BJP functionary Navin Jha for Rahul's comments during a Congress meeting in Delhi.