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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced its second list of candidates for the Delhi Assembly elections. Deputy CM Manish Sisodia will contest from Jangpura, while educator Avdhash Ojha will run from Sisodia's current seat, Patparganj. The AAP previously won 62 of 70 seats in the 2020 elections.

Bank fixed deposit rates are expected to remain stable through FY25 due to sufficient liquidity from reduced credit expansion and a recent CRR cut. While a downward trend is possible, actual rate reductions are contingent on the RBI lowering its repo rate.

India is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria, where opposition forces have seized Damascus, prompting President Assad to seek refuge in Russia. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urges all parties to uphold Syria's unity and sovereignty, advocating for a peaceful resolution.

Former Australian cricket captains Michael Clarke and Mark Taylor criticised Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj's appealing style during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Clarke suggested Siraj should be fined for appealing LBWs without acknowledging the umpire, while Taylor called on senior Indian players to address Siraj's conduct, deeming it disrespectful to the game and umpires.

The Supreme Court has demanded a detailed report from the Manipur government concerning properties affected by the recent unrest. The report must include information on burnt and looted properties, identifying current occupants and original owners. The Court also seeks details on legal actions taken against trespassers, emphasizing accountability for the widespread destruction and displacement.

Pushpa 2: The Rule' saw a box office dip on its fifth day, earning ₹6.99 crore net in India. Despite the slowdown, the film's domestic net collection reached ₹536.44 crore, with a global total of ₹800 crore. Strong North American performance and continued spot bookings suggest potential growth, aiming to surpass 'Kalki 2898 AD' as the year's highest-grossing Indian film.

Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, staged a protest and a satirical play targeting the government's handling of the Adani issue. Impersonating PM Modi and Gautam Adani, they highlighted their alleged close relationship and influence. While several opposition parties participated, TMC, SP, and NCP were notably absent, raising concerns about opposition unity.

Rebels liberated Saydnaya prison near Damascus, freeing thousands of prisoners. Families rushed to the notorious facility, searching for missing loved ones. The prison, infamous for its brutality under the Assad regime, held an estimated 20,000 prisoners, with thousands more missing across Syria. The liberation marks a significant moment in the regime's collapse.

Tensions flared in Hyderabad as BRS legislators, sporting "Adani-Revanth Bhai Bhai" t-shirts, were barred from entering the Assembly. BRS leader KTR accused Congress of hypocrisy, citing Rahul Gandhi's Adani criticisms while alleging a close relationship between Revanth Reddy and Adani.

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, currently imprisoned in Iran, connected with the Nobel Committee via video call from prison. Granted temporary release for medical treatment, she joyfully recounted hearing the news of her award amidst chants of 'Azadi' (freedom) from fellow inmates.

Ousted Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has called for prayers and fasting for the company's employees amid a turbulent period. Following a significant stock decline and workforce reductions, Gelsinger's departure was orchestrated by the board. Interim co-CEOs are in place as the search for a permanent replacement, potentially from outside Intel, begins.

Joe Root's remarkable form continues as he notched his 36th Test century against New Zealand. Since 2021, he has amassed an astounding 19 Test hundreds, leaving rivals like Kohli, Smith, and Williamson trailing. Root is closing in on Ricky Ponting's second-place spot on the all-time Test run-scorers list, with even Sachin Tendulkar's seemingly untouchable record within his sights.

People gathered and sat around lighting fire as cold wave gripped the Kashmir valley and mercury dipped to sub-zero temperatures in Srinagar on Monday.

Syrian rebels liberated Saydnaya Prison, a notorious detention center near Damascus, revealing horrific conditions and atrocities committed under Assad's regime. Thousands of prisoners, including children, endured torture, starvation, and neglect. Emotional reunions followed as families embraced freed loved ones after years of separation. The liberation symbolized the end of Assad's oppressive rule.

Jeff Bezos, Amazon's founder, champions a unique meeting style. He prepares with detailed memos but encourages unstructured discussions for sparking innovation. While valuing these "messy" meetings, he acknowledges the need for structured ones. Bezos also stresses candid conversations and optimistic leadership for building strong teams and navigating challenges.

India is constructing a 1,643-km fence along its border with Myanmar to address security concerns, smuggling, and human trafficking. The $3.1 billion project, slated for completion within 10 years, includes provisions for controlled cross-border movement through biometric-enabled gates. While some local communities oppose the fence, authorities emphasize its necessity for national security and regulated trade.

Three BNP-affiliated organizations in Dhaka protested against an attack on Bangladesh's diplomatic mission in India and alleged attempts to incite communal unrest. They submitted a memorandum to the Indian High Commission, with a senior BNP member warning of resistance against perceived Indian aggression. Concurrently, Bangladesh's home ministry ordered undocumented foreign nationals to legalize their status.

Karnataka witnessed a 26% surge in women income tax return filers over the past five years, reaching 14.3 lakh in 2023-24. This growth outpaces the overall filer increase, with women now comprising a third of all filers. Nationally, Maharashtra leads with 36.8 lakh women filers, followed by Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.