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The Uttar Pradesh government has ramped up security measures ahead of the ‘Amrit Snan’ on Mauni Amavasya this Wednesday, expected to draw over 10 crore pilgrims to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. With over 15 crore pilgrims already participating in the event, the authorities have deployed thousands of security personnel, along with AI-powered CCTV cameras and drones, to monitor the Mela area. The Prayagraj administration has also urged local residents to avoid using cars and opt for two-wheelers to ease traffic congestion. Special rituals, including a flower petal shower from helicopters, are planned to mark the auspicious occasion. The Amrit Snan, believed to offer spiritual cleansing, is the grandest ritual of the Kumbh Mela, attracting millions of devotees from around the world.

Elon Musk celebrated Donald Trump's return to the White House as the 47th President of the United States with a special post on X (formerly Twitter). Sharing a side-by-side image of Trump’s account suspension in 2021 and his reinstatement as POTUS, Musk captioned it, "The Return of the King." Trump’s Twitter account had been suspended after the Capitol riots, but following Musk’s acquisition of the platform in 2022, a user poll led to his reinstatement. Now, Trump holds the POTUS account as both the 45th and 47th U.S. president, with a message signaling the beginning of "The Golden Age of America."

In his final acts before leaving office, President Joe Biden issued pardons to family members, including his brothers, James and Francis, and their spouses, citing relentless partisan attacks aimed at hurting him. He also commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier, an indigenous activist convicted in the 1975 deaths of two FBI agents. Additionally, Biden granted preemptive pardons to government officials, including General Mark Milley and Dr. Anthony Fauci, as well as members of the January 6th House committee, shielding them from potential retribution under the incoming Trump administration.

Actor Karan Veer Mehra triumphed in the 18th season of Bigg Boss, claiming the winner's trophy and a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh. After spending over three months inside the house, Karan impressed viewers with his strong gameplay. Vivian Dsena was the first runner-up, and YouTuber Rajat Dalal secured third place. Karan's victory follows his win in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, solidifying his status as a popular reality show contestant.

On Sunday, Hamas released three Israeli hostages after 471 days in captivity, handing them over to the Red Cross in Gaza City. The hostages, Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher, were captured during Hamas' October 7, 2023, attack. Their release marks the first phase of a ceasefire agreement in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. As the hostages made their way to Israel, thousands of Israelis celebrated, while preparations were also underway for the release of Palestinian prisoners in exchange.