The Statesman Kolkata - November 12, 2024

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November 12, 2024

Campaign for Jharkhand Assembly's 1st phase polls ends

The high-octane campaigning for the first phase of Jharkhand Assembly elections came to an end on Monday evening.

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'India-Russia partnership will serve the world well'

EAM also said that devising appropriate methods of cooperation is essential for both India & Russia

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Pure fiction, completely untrue: Russia denies Trump-Putin conversation

Russia on Monday denied US media reports which claimed that the US President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have spoken over phone after the former's win in the presidential election, last week.

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Vote Trinamul for further development: Mamata

Few hours before the campaign for the by-election in six Assembly constituencies comes to an end, chief minister and Trinamul Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee urged the voters of these areas to cast their vote in favour of her party that looks after them throughout the year and not cast a single vote to the BJP.

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Gambhir plays down NZ debacle, looks forward to Oz tour

Under fire after a 3-0 series whitewash at home against New Zealand, the Indian cricket team will look to turn things around and retain the Border-Gavaskar trophy for a third consecutive time during their upcoming tour of Australia for a challenging five-Test tour, starting with the first Test at Perth from November 22.

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Justice Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Monday was sworn in as Chief Justice of India.

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AMC sanitation workers demand pay hike

The sanitation department workers of Asansol Municipal Corporation agitated outside the civic body at Ashram More, Asansol today demanding wage revision and other demands.

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With focus on development, CM to meet development board chiefs

After arrival at Bagdogra Airport, members of the Lepcha community welcomed her with traditional khada scarves, she left for Darjeeling straight from airport

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Amid happiness ranking, Sikkim CM urges focus on rising suicide rates

Despite Sikkim ranking 2nd in the North East and 5th nationwide in the happiness index, chief minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay expressed concern over the state's suicide rates, emphasizing that the government is actively addressing this issue through various departments.

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At Veer Gatha 2024 children learn firsthand about gallantry achievements from soldiers

Veer Gatha 2024, a joint initiative by the ministry of defence (MoD) and ministry of education (MoE), concluded today at the Dhono Dhanno Auditorium, Kolkata.

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Traders, handicrafts bodies demand holding Poush Mela

The Bolpur Byabasayi Samity and Kabiguru handicrafts Development Samity have jointly submitted a memorandum to the acting vice-chancellor of Visva-Bharati University (VBU), seeking to hold Poush Mela this year in the Purba Pally Ground in Santiniketan.

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Rishra set to welcome lakhs of visitors for Jagadhatri Puja

On the day of Jagadhatri Dashami at Chandannagar starts the Rishra Jagadhatri Puja.

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ECI issues show-cause notice to Majumdar

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday rejected Trinamul Congress (TMC) leader Derek O'Brien's allegation of inaction and delayed response to two complaints submitted to it ahead of the by-elections to six Assembly seats in West Bengal.

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TMC, Cong voice concern over saffron agenda on Maha Kumbh

The Trinamul Congress today alleged that Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS are attempting to turn the upcoming Maha Kumbh mela at Prayagraj into part of their saffron political agenda.

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Shooting in Bongaon, Belghoria, one injured

The shooting incidents in Belghoria and Bongaon have caused a great deal of sensation. In Bongaon, a businessman was critically injured in the shooting.

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Centre expands ambit of security for Bengal LOP

Acting on the reports of the Central intelligence agencies on threat perception, the Union government has decided to expand the ambit of security provided to Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal Assembly.

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Aadhaar link to disburse tablet money for students: Chief secretary

The state government at a meeting with the school education department today directed that money meant for tablets or smartphones for students of Class XI and XII should be disbursed after it is linked with the Aadhaar of the respective students, from next year.

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Sealdah division introduces smart gear for shunt men

The shunt men of Sealdah division of the Eastern Railway have got a new gear 'Focus' to keep them focused and safe at work.

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Sanjay Roy accuses city ex-CP of conspiracy to frame him

The prime accused in the RG Kar case accused the former commissioner while being taken to court

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All-women bank gets set for polls, new board

Election fever has gripped the lone women's bank in Durgapur where the government body election remained due since 2017.

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Approach lower court for bail, Calcutta HC tells Sandip Ghosh

The Calcutta High Court on Monday refused to hear the bail plea from R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital's former Principal Sandip Ghosh in connection with the multi-crore financial irregularities case.

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SER ran 160 special trains to clear extra rush during Chhath Puja

In a bid to clear the extra rush, the South Eastern Railway arranged 36 pairs of 'Festival Special' trains towards different directions of the country during Chhath Puja.

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3 hurt after locals beat up jatra workers

Three people were injured when locals beat them up seeking free passes during an advertisement campaign of a jatra party in Khandra gram panchayat area, under Andal police station, here today.

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PM warns against forces trying to destroy society

It is imperative to understand the seriousness of this attempt and defeat these forces unitedly: PM

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Hemant Babu, countdown for your exit has begun', says HM Amit Shah

Claiming that the countdown for Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's exit has begun, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday promised to set a committee in the state to identify and uproot \"infiltrators\" besides restoring the pride of tribal leader Champai Soren.

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Mehbooba asks Omar to review dismissal of employees on terror charges

Former chief minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has written a letter to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, seeking an immediate review of dismissal of government employees on terror link charges.

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Udhayanidhi accepts AIADMK general secy's challenge for one-on-one debate

With the opposition AIADMK general secretary Edappadi Palaniswami throwing the gauntlet at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin for a one-on-one debate on the welfare and development programmes without any notes, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi had accepted the challenge.

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District collector, other officials attacked in Telangana over land acquisition

In a shocking incident in Telangana, angry villagers and farmers today attacked and chased district magistrate Prateek Jain and other officials with stones and sticks at Lagacharla village of Dudyala mandal of Vikarabad district when they tried to conduct a public hearing on the acquisition of land for a pharmaceutical company.

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Budget worth ₹ 2.94 lakh Cr presented in AP Assembly

The YSRCP boycotted the Budget session in the Assembly to protest against the Speaker

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AAP has exceptionally shown how gvt schools can run:Kejriwal

As per AAP chief's claims, now even affluent families in Delhi are opting to enroll their children in government schools instead of private ones

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DUSU election: Delhi HC directs DU to begin vote counting by 26 November

The Delhi High Court on Monday instructed Delhi University to begin the counting of votes for the Delhi University Student Union (DUSU) elections by November 26, provided that all public and private properties defaced during the election campaign are cleaned and repainted within a week.

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Special campaign 4.0 launched by renewable energy ministry

The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances launched special campaign 4.0 for institutionalizing Swachhata and minimizing pendency in government offices from October 2-31.

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Shah approves projects worth ₹ 725.62 crore for fire services expansion

A high-level committee, under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, has approved three projects of Rs 725.62 crore under \"Expansion and Modernization of Fire Services in the states\" for Chhattisgarh, Odisha and West Bengal.

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Europe in decline?

Europeans have long believed that soft power is their best instrument to promote their values and their security. But their strong sense of moral superiority is questionable. The rise of the ultra-right and the treatment of the migrants have created a gulf between Europe's self-perception and external perception

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Europe in decline?

Europeans have long believed that soft power is their best instrument to promote their values and their security. But their strong sense of moral superiority is questionable. The rise of the ultra -right and the treatment of the migrants have created a gulf between Europe's self-perception and external perception

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Safety Online

Australia's proposed social media ban for those under 16, led by its government, is a bold step aimed at addressing growing concerns around children's mental health.

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Inclusive Growth

India's economic growth, celebrated in aggregate terms, hides an uncomfortable truth: much of this progress has bypassed the majority of the population, particularly in rural areas.

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Uncertain future

SIR, This refers to your editorial, \"Trump it is\" (7 November). Donald Trump staged a magnificent comeback to the White House, surviving a criminal conviction, indictments, an assassin's bullet and accusations of authoritarianism.

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Washington may well change for the better

Donald Trump will assume the American presidency 20 January 2025. Biden's tenure was impacted by his age and slowing mental abilities, thereby opening doors for the deep state, largely composed of individuals who were part of the Obama administration, to push decisions.

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OCCASIONAL NOTE

THE Wembley Exhibition has closed, and a decision has yet to be taken as to whether it will reopen next year.

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Washington may well change for the better

Donald Trump will assume the American presidency on 20 January 2025.

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A time when truth does not matter

Most people agree that actual facts matter—in such activities as debate, discussion, and reporting.

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Satellite images and documents indicate China working on nuclear propulsion for new aircraft carrier

China has built a land-based prototype nuclear reactor for a large surface warship, in the clearest sign yet Beijing is advancing toward producing its first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, according to a new analysis of satellite imagery and Chinese government documents provided to The Associated Press.

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Fire officials describe harrowing conditions as Southern California wildfire exploded

Fire authorities on Sunday described battling fierce, howling winds and rescuing people in a fast-moving Southern California wildfire that forced thousands of people to flee and destroyed at least 168 structures and damaged 67.

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First emperor penguin known to reach Australia found on tourist beach

An emperor penguin found malnourished far from its Antarctic home on the Australian south coast is being cared for by a wildlife expert, a government department said Monday.

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Israeli Strikes in Lebanon, While Netanyahu Speaks With Trump

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday

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Japan's parliament reelects struggling leader Ishiba as prime minister

Japan's parliament reelected Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Monday after his governing coalition suffered the worst election loss in more than a decade, forcing the struggling leader to form his second Cabinet in just over a month since taking office.

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Trump announces Tom Homan, former director of immigration enforcement, will serve as 'border czar'

President-elect Donald Trump says that Tom Homan, his former acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement director, will serve as \"border czar\" in his incoming administration.

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Russian glide bombs, drones and a ballistic missile kill 6 in Ukraine

Around two dozen people sought psychological help following the attack that damaged houses and stores

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Haiti replaces its PM, marking more turmoil in its democratic transition process

A transitionary council created to reestablish democratic order in Haiti signed a decree Sunday firing interim Prime Minister Garry Conille and replacing him with Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, a businessman who was previously considered for the job.

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17 Chadian soldiers and 96 rebels killed in a Boko Haram attack, army says

Boko Haram insurgents killed 17 Chadian soldiers in a weekend attack on a military post that also left 96 of the assailants dead in the country's west, Chad's army said.

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Children's book by chef Jamie Oliver is withdrawn after criticism from Indigenous Australians

A children's book written by British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has been withdrawn from sale after it was criticized for causing offense to Indigenous Australians.

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Cambodia scheduled to graduate from least developed country by 2029

Cambodia and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) on Monday launched a policy brief on Cambodia's graduation from the least developed country (LDC) status.

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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi eruption displaces over 12,000

Mount Lewotobi, located in Indonesia's Nusa Tenggara province, erupted again on Monday, forcing more than 12,000 residents to evacuate, according to the Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre and a local official.

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Afghan security forces discover weapons, ammunition in Herat province

Afghan security personnel have discovered a large amount of weapons and ammunition in Herat province, the provincial police office said in a statement on Monday.

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Equity mutual funds record inflow of over ₹41000 crore in October

In October, equity mutual funds witnessed a record inflow of Rs 41,887 crore, marking a surge of over 21% on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, data with the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) showed on Monday.

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Tripura CM highlights investment growth in MSMEs and tourism

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said over 200 investments have been completed and an additional Rs 1,000 crore in new projects are in progress.

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Scindia inaugurates SATRC-25, underscores India's leadership in digital infra

Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Monday inaugurated the 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators' Council (SATRC-25) in New Delhi.

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'Diwali Ki Safai': Hulladek collects 15000 kg waste and e-waste during festivity

It was a Diwali celebration with a difference, for sure.

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Market fails to hold gain; continues three-day losing streak

The Sensex was up 9.83 points or 0.01 per cent at 79,496.15, and the Nifty was down 6.90 points or 0.03 per cent at 24,141.30

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Zomato, Swiggy call claims of antitrust investigation by CCI as 'misleading'

Zomato addressed the claims of the antitrust investigation by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) into its business practices, and called them \"misleading\".

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Fellow feelings & handholdings put Bengali business on an upward journey

From Prince Dwarka Nath Tagore, Debendra Nath Tagore, Sir R N Mukherjee, Sir Biren Mukherjee to Purnendu Chatterjee, Chandra Sekhar Ghosh and hundreds of others- the ways Bengali businessmen conduct their businesses have traversed a long way, the nearly four decades long decay and the dip notwithstanding.

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Bombay HC grants bail to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal on medical grounds

The Bombay High Court on Monday granted bail, on medical grounds, to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal in a money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate.

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Uttar Pradesh assembly by-polls a litmus test for 2027

The strategy to win the elections is also being decided at the state level

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I will win Baramati with a margin of over lakh votes: Ajit Pawar

NCP National President and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who is contesting from his home turf Baramati against nephew and NCP(SP) nominee Yogendra Pawar, on Monday asserted that he will win with a margin of over one lakh votes.

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Supriya Sule Sparks Off Controversy Citing MVA Poll Manifesto Mentioning Reservation For Muslims

After the release of the Maharashtra election manifestos, the nit-picking and controversies have begun.

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Yogi's fate as CM will be sealed after Maharashtra polls: Akhilesh Yadav

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav said the alleged negative politics the BJP is indulging in reflects its nervousness about the convergence of PDA (pichhda, Dalits, and Alpsankhyak).

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SurTech hosts summit to encourage industry interactions for students

Choosing a career that gives contentment is something we need to choose early in life in order to avoid a lifelong crisis.

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Biological sciences: Addressing global challenges while building a successful carcom

In 2015, the United Nations outlined 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at eradicating poverty, protecting our planet, and ensuring equality for all.

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Sikandar crowned Rustam-E-Hind; eyes 2026 Asiad

Wrestler Sikandar Shaikh made history as he became only the fourth grappler from Maharashtra to claim the prestigious Rustam-E-Hind title.

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World Tennis League: Teams, schedule unveiled for season 3; India's Nagal in opener

As the clock ticks closer to four days of high-octane tennis action in a few weeks, the World Tennis League on Monday announced the teams and match schedules for its third season.

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Odegaard to rejoin Norway squad after injury comeback

National team captain Martin Odegaard, who was left out of Norway's squad to face Slovenia and Kazakhstan citing injury, is now on his way to join the squad after the midfielder returned to action for Arsenal.

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Flamengo beat Mineiro to secure Copa do Brasil trophy

Ecuador international winger Gonzalo Plata scored late as Flamengo clinched its fifth Copa do Brasil title with a 1-0 away win over Atletico Mineiro.

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PKL: U Mumba captain Sunil Kumar praises new players for winning start

As former champions U Mumba started the second leg of Season 11 of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) on a winning note, skipper Sunil Kumar acknowledged the team's early struggles, but praised the resilience of his teammates and the performance of the new players in securing victory.

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La Liga: Real Sociedad hunt down Barcelona; big wins for Real, Atletico

Real Sociedad cut down Barca's lead at top of Spanish league standings as Real Madrid thrash Osasuna 4-0

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Chakravarthy clinches maiden T20I fifer after getting role clarity

Spinner Varun Chakravathy's maiden five-wicket haul in T20 Internationals might have come in a losing cause for India in the second T20I against South Africa in Gqeberha on Sunday, but the 33-year-old is happy with the role clarity provided by head coach Gautam Gambhir on his comeback to the national side after a three-year hiatus.

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Silly to write off champion players: Hussey on Rohit, Virat

Former Australia cricketer Mike Hussey has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to be in good form in the upcoming five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, adding that the silliest thing one can do is to write off champion sportspersons.

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Women's Asian Champions Trophy: Dominant India thrash Malaysia 4-0

The Indian women's hockey team kicked off its campaign in the Bihar Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 with a 4-0 victory against Malaysia in this historic city of Bihar on Monday.

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Gambhir backs KL Rahul as Opener if Rohit Sharma misses Perth Test

Team India coach happy with his options despite uncertainty over Rohit's availability

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ATP Finals: Fritz downs Medvedev in opener

Taylor Fritz kicked off his 2024 Nitto ATP Finals campaign in style with a commanding 6-4, 6-3 victory over fourth seed Daniil Medvedev on Sunday.

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