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A Kolkata court has found Sanjay Roy guilty in the RG Kar rape and murder case. Roy, a civic volunteer, maintains his innocence, alleging the involvement of an IPS officer. The 28-year-old PG medic's death ignited nationwide protests for justice. The sentencing will take place on Monday. The CBI investigation and subsequent chargesheet were prepared following the outcry.

Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas has lauded Google's Pixel 9 Pro, comparing its quality to that of the iPhone.

A 42-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, starting Sunday, aims to halt Gaza's conflict. The deal includes a significant prisoner-hostage exchange. Israel will release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in return for 33 Israeli hostages. Mediators will monitor compliance with the ceasefire terms, with hopes for long-term peace.

Delhi Police halted the screening of AAP's documentary Unbreakable, citing lack of permissions. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal claims BJP is behind the move due to fear of the film's content. The documentary covers AAP leaders going to jail. Delhi elections are set for February 5, with results on February 8.

A 77-year-old woman in Maharashtra’s Amravati district was brutally assaulted and humiliated on December 30 after being accused of practicing black magic by her neighbors. She was beaten, branded, forced to drink urine, and parade with a garland of slippers. The police are investigating the incident and any potential suppression by local authorities.

Arvind Kejriwal, during his campaign for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, announced AAP’s plan to offer free electricity and water specifically for tenants if they win. Highlighting the current success of welfare programs, Kejriwal emphasized that tenants should also benefit from these schemes.

Mumbai police have recovered new CCTV footage from a mobile shop where Saif Ali Khan's alleged attacker bought headphones after stabbing the actor. The footage, taken about six hours after the incident, shows the attacker in a blue shirt with a backpack. Saif survived multiple injuries, including one near his spine, and is recovering well following surgery.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering after being stabbed at his Bandra home. He underwent surgery for multiple wounds, and doctors expect him to be discharged within days. Police are intensifying their search for the attacker, who remains at large. The incident has sparked concerns over public safety, with political leaders demanding stronger measures.

The Sealdah Court is set to announce the verdict on the RG Kar rape and murder case. The victim's father criticized the CBI for alleged flaws in the investigation. Sanjay Roy was arrested based on biological evidence, but questions remain about the involvement of others.

OpenAI has expressed condolences and pledged cooperation with authorities following the death of whistleblower Suchir Balaji, who accused the company of copyright infringement. Balaji's death, considered a suspected suicide, is now shrouded in mystery as his mother claims foul play. OpenAI stated they remain heartbroken and will not provide further comments out of respect.

Aakash Chopra is surprised by BCCI's new rule requiring players to travel together for matches and practices. He suggests the rule may have been introduced due to past misuse. The rule follows a review meeting after India's loss to Australia. Players must get permission to travel separately. Chopra stresses accountability for past exceptions.

Isro successfully demonstrated the restart capability of its Vikas liquid engine, crucial for future reusable rocket stages, by firing it for 60 seconds, shutting it off for 120 seconds, and restarting for 7 seconds. This test, conducted at the Isro Propulsion Complex, is part of ongoing efforts to reduce space mission costs.

The photograph, unveiled ahead of Monday’s inauguration, is set to feature in official programs — and it’s already sparking heated debates. Supporters see it as a symbol of the “strongman” image Trump has carefully curated since his Apprentice days. Critics? Well, they’re calling it everything from "theatrical" to “ominously Churchillian.”

22-year-old television actor Aman Jaiswal, known for his role in 'Dhartiputra Nandini,' tragically lost his life in a road accident when his bike was hit by a truck. Despite efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. Tributes and condolences pour in from fans and colleagues mourning his untimely death.

An independent journalist, Sam Husseini, was forcibly removed from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's last press conference after accusing the Biden administration of supporting alleged Israeli genocide in Gaza. The incident occurred amidst Blinken's farewell remarks, where he discussed the transition of his role and defended US policies.

Moradabad police rescued the daughter of a former councillor after she claimed on social media that her family was holding her captive. She accused her three brothers of confining her over her relationship with a man they disapproved of. Though she denied being held hostage, she confirmed threats from her brothers and her adulthood.

A dense fog blankets Delhi and North India, causing disruptions in flight and train operations. Delhi's air quality improves, leading the CAQM to lift Stage-III GRAP restrictions. Night shelters assist the homeless in Delhi. In Uttar Pradesh, a thick fog covers Prayagraj amidst the Maha Kumbh, with residents in Ayodhya keeping warm around bonfires.

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has disclosed surviving multiple assassination attempts following her ousting amid a student-led revolution. She highlights divine intervention in her survival. Facing arrest warrants for alleged human rights violations, Bangladesh's government seeks her extradition from India, yet she remains defiant, attributing her survival to Allah.

Kerala High Court granted bail to a Bengaluru man, ruling that mushrooms and magic mushrooms are not narcotic substances under the NDPS Act. The man, arrested with small quantities of charas and ganja, was found with magic mushrooms that didn't meet the commercial quantity of psilocybin, leading to his bail eligibility.

Mohammed Irshad Ansari petitions the Gujarat High Court to prevent the demolition of his mother's grave by the civic body during a road expansion project. Ansari and 40 others claim AMC lacks jurisdiction, with 241 affected structures managed by the Ahmedabad Sunni Muslim Wakf Committee.