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The doctors were allegedly offered the freebie under the pretence of professional development. Code of marketing practices forbid pharmaceutical companies from offering travel and hospitality to healthcare professionals

Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, a Guatemalan migrant with a history of erratic behavior due to substance abuse, has been charged with first-degree murder and arson for setting a woman on fire while she slept on a Brooklyn subway train. His roommates describe him as a heavy K2 and alcohol user, with altered but non-violent behavior when sober.

The future of the agitation, demanding justice for doctor who was raped and murdered, is in doubt since the protesting doctors have not gotten an official extension from the court

The threat was sent through a postcard that called for immediate action on the part of the Perambra grama panchayat authorities to address the developmental issues related to the Perambra bus stand and nearby roads

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty have been holding discussions with Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs for setting up the plant, possibly on the Kollam-Alappuzha coast, says Matsya Thozhilali Aikya Vedhi

Amid the allegations against Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde of shielding his close aide in sarpanch murder case, he met Fadnavis in Mumbai

Minister for Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Backward Classes O.R. Kelu and Minister for Forest and Wildlife A.K. Saseendran to attend the programme

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee plans to visit Sandeshkhali on December 30 for a public distribution program amidst earlier protests over sexual harassment accusations against local TMC leaders. The visit will focus on state-run schemes like 'Lakshmir Bhandar' and 'Banglar Bari', benefitting around 20,000 residents.

Virat Kohli was fined for inappropriate physical contact after shoulder-barging Australian teenager Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne. Kohli, known for his aggressive play, did not take kindly to the 19-year-old's attacking knock. Although some believe suspending him for a first offence would be harsh, it's urged that a repeated behavior should bring a suspension.

Simran Singh, a prominent social media influencer and radio jockey from Jammu and Kashmir, was found dead by suicide in Gurugram. Her body was discovered hanging in her room, with no suicide note present. The family reported that she faced ongoing difficulties. A post-mortem was conducted, and no case has been filed. Simran had over six lakh Instagram followers.

India may reduce income tax for individuals earning up to Rs 15 lakh annually in the upcoming budget to support the middle class and drive consumption. This potential change, under the 2020 tax system, could alleviate financial pressures on millions and stimulate economic growth, particularly in urban areas struggling with high inflation and living costs.