An Indian court sentenced police volunteer Sanjay Roy to life in prison for the rape and killing of a trainee doctor, sparking nationwide protests. The victim was found strangled and sexually assaulted in a hospital, leading to demands for better security and a swift trial. Despite harsher penalties introduced in 2013, rape cases in India have increased, with 31,516 reported in 2022, highlighting ongoing issues with violence against women in the country.
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Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil released after months in detention
Pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil was released from detention after over three months, following a federal judge's order amidst the Trump administration's crackdown on dissenting voices regarding Israel's actions in Gaza. Khalil, who has a green card and no criminal record, emphasized the unjust nature of his detention, while government officials defended their actions as necessary for national security. Need More Context? 🔎
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