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Supreme Court: Cannot convict one accused alone under common intention if co-accused acquitted

The Supreme Court ruled that in cases involving common intention, such as murder, one accused cannot be convicted alone if co-accused are acquitted without independent charges. The bench acquitted Sau Kamalbai Waman Patil, who was earlier convicted for a 2005 case where her daughter-in-law was set ablaze. The court set aside the Bombay High Court's 2017 judgment that sentenced her to life imprisonment under Section 302 IPC, emphasizing careful scrutiny of dying declarations.

Deccan Herald··Mumbai

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US Judge Temporarily Halts Trump Arch Construction for 14 Days

A federal judge has temporarily stopped the construction of a triumphal arch celebrating American independence, approved by the National Capital Planning Commission. The project faces opposition from Vietnam War veterans and local groups citing lack of permissions. Legal disputes have paused the project for two weeks amid concerns about environmental impact and increased traffic.

TOI World·

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North Carolina Farm Builds Seven Tiny Homes for Formerly Incarcerated Women

A North Carolina farm has built seven tiny homes inspired by a woman who spent 27 years in prison. In 2019, Deb, a former resident of Benevolence Farm, suggested creating a space where people leaving the shared farmhouse could live independently while supported by neighbors. The homes aim to help formerly incarcerated women and gender-expansive individuals transition to independent living.

TOI World··North Carolina

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Michael Dell Started Computer Business at UT Austin at 18

Michael Dell began his computer business, PC’s Limited, at age 18 while a freshman at the University of Texas at Austin in 1984. The company recorded about $6 million in sales in its first year by selling computer components and customized systems directly to consumers, pioneering a model that challenged established manufacturers. Dell's early entrepreneurial activities began in Houston during his teens.

HT World··Austin

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Automobile Retail Sales Fall 24% in October 2026 Due to High Base Effect

Total vehicle retail sales in October 2026 fell 24% year-on-year to 3,172,466 units, mainly due to a high base effect from last year, according to Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA). Two-wheelers declined 28.35% and passenger vehicles 14.23%, while commercial vehicles, three-wheelers, tractors, and construction equipment saw growth. October sales rose 25.05% compared to September 2026.

Hindu Business·

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Paraguay’s Ueno Bank Seized by Central Bank Amid Crisis

Ueno Bank, a popular digital bank in Paraguay serving 2.9 million people, was seized by the Banco Central del Paraguay on November 3rd. Despite its rapid growth and sponsorships, the bank faced regulatory intervention. This occurred shortly before Paraguay’s president Santiago Peña resigned on November 5th. Ueno had only received a full banking license in 2023 and aimed to become the country’s first unicorn.

HT Business·

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