FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2024 INDIA THIS WEEK 1 A W e e k l y N e w s p a p e r Fe a t u r i n g N e w s & Tr e n d s f r o m t h e I n d i a n S u b - C o n t i n e n t P u b l i s h e d f r o m t h e U S C a p i t a l Website: www.indiathisweek.online Vol 33 No: 50 WASHINGTON DC • Phone: 301-445-0200 /301-445-3543/301-917-4800 • email: indiathisweekads@gmail.com • Friday December 13, 2024 US President-elect Trump nominates Indian-American lawyer Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at US Justice department Wa s h i n g t o n DC [US], December 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday nominated Indian-origin Harmeet K Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the US Department of Justice. Dhillon thanked Trump in a statement and said that she would assist with US’s civil rights agenda. In a statement, Trump said, “I am pleased to nominate Harmeet K. Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the US Department of Justice.” “Throughout her career, Harmeet has stood up consistently to protect our cherished Civil Liberties, including taking on Big Tech for censoring our Free Speech, representing Christians who were prevented from praying together during COVID, and suing corporations who use woke policies to discriminate against their workers. Harmeet is one of the top Election lawyers in the Country, fighting to ensure that all, and ONLY, legal votes are counted. She is a graduate of Dartmouth College and the University of Virginia Law School, and clerked in the US Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Harmeet is a respected member of the Sikh religious community. In her new role at the DOJ, Harmeet will be a tireless defender of our Constitutional Rights, and will enforce our Civil Rights and Election Laws FAIRLY and FIRMLY. Congratulations, Harmeet!” To this, Dhillon said, “I’m extremely honored by President Trump’s nomination to assist with our nation’s civil rights agenda. It has been my dream to be able to serve our great country, and I am so excited to be part of an incredible team of lawyers led by Pam Bondi. I cannot wait to get to work! I would not be here today without my amazing mother and brother’s support, and my beloved father Tejpal and husband Sarv, who did not live to see this day. I hope I will honor their memories, with God’s grace.” Earlier, during Trump’s campaign on July 16, Dhillon, performed the Ardas, a Sikh prayer in the presence of former US President Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention. (ANI) ENDS ON JANUARY 2 THIS IS WHY YOU STAY ON THE NICE LIST The nice list comes with even nicer rewards. Find yours at the December to Remember Sales Event. Off ers on select models, now through January 2. Bow optional. Bengaluru Techie Suicide Case: FIR under abetment of suicide filed against wife, 3 others ©2024 Lexus, a Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. B e n g a l u r u (Karnataka) [India], December 11 (ANI): An FIR has been filed against 4 people in connection with the suicide of a 34year-old deputy general manager of a private firm, Atul Subhash, who died by suicide, accusing his wife, her family members, and a judge of harassment, extortion, and corruption. The FIR based on a complaint by Atul’s brother Bikas Kumar was lodged at the Marathahalli police station in Bengaluru. The FIR has been filed under section 108 (abetment of suicide) and section 3 (5) (establishes joint criminal liability when two or more people act with a common intention) of the BNS. The FIR is filed against the techie’s wife Nikita Singhania, his mother-in- law Nisha Singhania, wife’s brother Anurag Singhania and his wife’s uncle Sushil Singhania. As per the complaint filed by the brother of Atul, the FIR mentions that Atul Subhash married Nikita Singhania in 2019 and had a child together. The complaint alleges that the SUICIDE SEE PAGE 6
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December 13, 2024 Friday INDIA THIS WEEK SALDEF Congratulates Harmeet Kaur Dhillon as the First Sikh American Nominated for Nation’s Top Civil Rights Post Washington, D.C.— SALDEF (Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund) proudly recognizes the historic nomination of Harmeet Kaur Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice by President-elect Donald J. Trump. If confirmed, Ms. Dhillon will be the first Sikh American to hold this critical position, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of Sikh representation in public service. Harmeet Kaur Dhillon is a distinguished attorney and Republican Party official. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College and her Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law, where she served on the editorial board of the Virginia Law Review. Following law school, she clerked for Judge Paul V. Niemeyer of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Ms. Dhillon is the founder and managing partner of the Dhillon Law Group Inc., a firm specializing in commercial litigation, employment law, First Amendment rights, and election law matters. She also established the Center for American Liberty, a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending civil liberties. Her leadership roles include serving as the New Delhi [India], December 9 (ANI): Sanjay Malhotra, currently serving as the revenue secretary at the Ministry of Finance, has been appointed as the new Governor of Reserve Bank of India. This appointment is effective December 11, 2024, and will continue for three years, as per an official notification from the Department of Personnel and Training on Monday. Sanjay Malhotra is an Indian Administrative Service Officer of the 21990 Batch Rajasthan Cadre. He is an Engineering Graduate in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur and has a Master’s in Public Policy from Princeton University, USA. With demonstrated leadership and excellence in his career of over 33 years, Sanjay Malhotra has worked in multifarious sectors including power, finance and taxation, information technology, mines etc. Presently he is Secretary (Revenue) in the Ministry of Finance. In his previous assignment, he held the post of Secretary in the Department of Financial Services under the Ministry of Finance. He has extensive experience in finance and taxation at the State as well as the Central Government. As a part of his present assignment, he plays an instrumental role in tax policy formulation in respect of direct and indirect taxes. Incumbent RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has served as the head of the central bank for six years and his term is ending on December 10. He steered his central banking roles quite smoothly, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic years. Shaktikanta Das, a seasoned bureaucrat, previously served as the Secretary of the Department of Revenue and the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance. former vice chairwoman of the California Republican Party and as a National Committeewoman of the Republican National Committee for California. “As a community, we are proud to see a Sikh American woman nominated to a position charged with protecting the civil rights of all Americans,” said SALDEF Board Chair Kavneet Singh. “This nomination underscores the progress our community has made in gaining recognition and representation at the highest levels of government.” S A L D E F also acknowledges the significant responsibilities of the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, a role that directly impacts the safeguarding of fundamental freedoms, addressing hate crimes, combating racial and religious profiling, and expanding voting rights. “As we celebrate the historic nature of this nomination, we look forward to working with Harmeet to ensure the Department of Justice protects the civil rights of all communities,” said Kiran Kaur Gill, SALDEF’s Executive Director. “SALDEF remains committed to working with the Department of Justice and the incoming administration to fight for the civil rights of all Americans and ensure that the Sikh American community is represented fairly.” Ms. Dhillon’s relationship with SALDEF spans over two decades. As a volunteer lawyer, she worked on critical civil rights matters, including cases involving employment discrimination. Dausa (Rajasthan) [India], December 9 (ANI): A 5-year-old boy fell into a borewell while playing in Rajasthan‘s Dausa district on Monday evening, prompting the district administration to launch a rescue operation. According to district administration officials, the child was at a depth of about 150 feet and his condition was said to be stable. “The child is at a depth of about 150 feet and is being continuously given oxygen. The medical team is present at the spot. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and Civil Defence teams have also reached the spot,” Dausa District Magistrate Devendra Kumar said. “Excavation is being done with a JCB. Rescue efforts are being made, and the child’s condition is fine,” he added. In September, a two-year-old girl was rescued from a 35-foot open borewell in the Bandikui area of Dausa after 18 hours of rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF. The girl had been stuck at a depth of 28 feet and a parallel approach was initiated to rescue her. Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra 5-year-old boy falls into borewell appointed new RBI Governor in Rajasthan’s Dausa, rescue underway He assumed office as the 25th Governor of the RBI on December 12, 2018, with his term extended in 2021. Before his role as RBI Governor, Das was a Member of the 15th Finance Commission and served as India’s G20 Sherpa. He has over four decades of experience in governance, holding key positions in both the central and state governments across areas such as finance, taxation, industries, and infrastructure. During his tenure in the Ministry of Finance, Das was closely involved in the preparation of eight Union Budgets. He is a postgraduate from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi University. 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December 13, 2024 Friday Though the calendar says December, the spirit of Diwali shines beyond seasons. Gov. Wes Moore and I were honored to celebrate the light with our Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Buddhist communities, and Marylanders of all faiths. Congratulations to one of Maryland’s own, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller, who was surprised at last night’s Diwali event hosted by Maryland Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives (GOCI) South Asian American Affairs Commission. Lt. Governor was bestowed with two well-deserved honors: A U.S. Presidential medallion! and Mahatma Gandhi Global Leadership and Peace award! Governor Miller’s Outstanding Contributions to the public good and by sharing her time and passion to discover and deliver solutions that we need now more than ever. Her dedication to answer the call to serve. The Country and Maryland is counting on Lt Governor Miller and the Governor Moore ! • From The Poet’s Pen INDIA THIS WEEK- December 13, 2024 A World Upside Down In a world painted with shadows deep, Truth lies restless, unable to sleep. Heroes once robed in honor’s bright hue, Now face the scorn of a mocking view. They stood for justice, bled for the right, Waged unseen wars in the coldest night. Yet their names, now dragged through the mire, Burn under tongues that stoke the pyre. Meanwhile, the wolves in silken disguise Wear crowns forged from deceitful lies. Their hands still stained, their hearts still cold, Are polished in tales of glory told. What strange enchantment blinds the crowd, To cheer the cruel and spurn the proud? Who twists the lens, who warps the frame, To tarnish the pure and gild the blame? Perhaps it’s fear that guides the hand, Afraid of truth they cannot withstand. Or envy’s whisper, sly and small, That seeks to topple the noble tall. But heroes endure though stories fade, Their virtues tempered, their courage stayed. While murderers, in fleeting fame, Leave naught behind but a sullied name. O world, unmask your sightless gaze, Dare to walk through the foggy haze. For light and shadow are clearer seen, When the heart remains both true and keen. INDIA THIS WEEK Bengaluru Techie Suicide Case: FIR under abetment of suicide filed SUICIDE FROM PAGE 1 four accused filed a false case against Atul Subhash after their divorce and insisted on paying Rs 3 crore for the settlement of the case. The complaint also alleges that Atul Subhash’s wife had demanded Rs 30 lakh to allow him to visit his son who is now four years old. The complaint alleges that Atul had died by suicide as he was harrased mentally and physically. Based on the complaint, the case has been registered and an investigation is underway. Speaking to ANI, the victim’s brother Bikas Kumar said, “Around 8 months after my brother’s wife separated from him, she filed a divorce case and framed many charges against my brother and our entire family under different acts and sections. Every law in India is for women, and not for men – my brother fought for this but he left us.” Bikas Kumar said, that even in his suicide notes, Atul Subhash wrote—‘ If I win from the system, devote my mortal remains in Ganga otherwise in a gutter outside the court.” “My brother did everything for her. Whatever has happened was unfortunate. If he had ever discussed it with me or our father – we would have helped him get out of this situation... I want to request the govt of India and the President – that justice must be done to my brother if he is with truth otherwise give me the proof to show that he is wrong. There should be a proper investigation against the judge who is named in my brother’s suicide,” said Bikas Kumar. The deceased’s friend, Jackson also spoke to ANI and said, “There were like nine cases put by his wife and because of that he was going through tremendous stress. But in this particular video and notes that he has made, it doesn’t seem that he was depressed. It seems that he did it out of a sense of harassment that he was INDIA THIS WEEK Phone: 301-445-0200; 301-917-4800 www.indiathisweek.online India This Week is published every Friday by ADV Solutions Inc, Views expressed in this paper are those of the individual writers and not necessarily of India This Week. India This Week accepts no liability for the errors in advertisements or in any of its reports. For remedial actions any errors should be brought to the attention of the editor by the information provided below. Publisher: Chief Editor: Contributing Editors: Dr. Babu Stephen Rajan George Saju Mathew Isaac George Asst. Editors: Manu Jacob Sherena Panjikkaran Special Business Correspondent Elisha B. 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So he went ahead to procure medicines for her and she wasn’t taking them on time which created some friction that escalated into multiple issues and then she left him along with the baby and he could not see his son. One particular point that I got to know recently from him was that he got a maintenance order for his son who is barely four or five years old, 40,000 rupees per month,” said Jackson. According to a statement released by the police, the victim was a resident of Uttar Pradesh who was living in Bengaluru. The police stated that the Hoysala Police Control Room received a call at 6:00 am on Monday about the suicide in a flat at Bengaluru’s Manjunatha Layout in the Delfinium Residency. The statement further stated that when the police went to search the place, the flat was locked from inside, and the lock was broken, following which they went inside and saw Atul hanging from a ceiling fan by the support of a nylon rope. The police stated that he was found dead upon arrival. The police informed the incident to the brother of the deceased, Bikas Kumar, who later filed a complaint against Subhash’s wife, his motherin-law, his brother-inlaw, and his wife’s uncle, accusing them of filing a false complaint against Subhash and demanding Rs 3 crore money for the settlement, which led to his mental and physical harassment, following which he had to take the step. In his suicide note, Subhash called for justice, stating, “Justice is Due” on every single page of the 24-page note. Along with his wife and her family members, Subhash also accused a family court judge in Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur for not hearing him out, and an officer in the court, accusing him of taking bribes in front of the judge. Subhash further described the instances that instigated him to take such a step. Subhash recorded a video describing his alleged harassment and asking his family members not to immerse his ashes till justice is served to him. His suicide note also had a message for his four-yearold son who he claimed had been kept estranged from him. The note also called for his parents to be given custody of his child. The note and the link to the Video were sent to the WhatsApp group of an NGO, to which he was connected. Subhash alleged in his suicide note that his wife had filed nine cases against him, including murder, sexual misconduct, harassment for money, domestic violence, and dowry. (ANI) Remember: “If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. ” JESUS CHRIST
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December 13, 2024 Friday INDIA THIS WEEK Former Karnataka CM and Union Minister SM Krishna passes away to prolonged illness at the age of 92 New Delhi [India], December 10 (ANI): Former Karnataka Chief Minister (CM) and Union Minister SM Krishna passed away on early Tuesday morning at his residence in Sadashvinagar at the age of 92. Krishna had been suffering from prolonged illness and was hospitalized earlier in August. The body of the politician will be kept at his residence today for the last darshan of the public. K a r n a t a k a Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, a long time friend of Krishna said that the funeral would be done on Wednesday in Somanahalli in Mandya district which is Krishna’s hometown. C o n g r e s s President Malikarjun Kharge expressed his condolences on the death of the former CM and said that his leadership and service had left an indelible mark on the state and nation. Taking to X, Kharge wrote in a post “Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri S.M. Krishna, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, whose legacy of leadership and public service has left an indelible mark on our state and nation. His vision and dedication shaped Karnataka‘s progress and his corporate approach towards governance for Bengaluru endeared him to many. We are still reaping the benefits of his vision of positioning Bengaluru as a global city.” Further, he wrote that Krishna’s contributions would continue to inspire the generations to come. “As we remember him, we not only grieve the loss of a towering figure in our politics, but also celebrate a life well-lived in service to the people. May his soul rest in peace and his contributions continue to inspire generations to come,” the post further read. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramiah expressed his shock on the death and said that Karnataka would remain indebted to Krishna’s contribution to IT-BT’s growth. Taking to X, he the Karnataka CM wrote in a post “I am shocked by the death of former Chief Minister SM Krishna. Krishna’s service as a State and Union Minister and Chief Minister is unparalleled. Karnataka will always be indebted to him for his contribution to the growth of the ITBT sector, especially as Chief Minister.” Further, Siddaramiah wrote that Krishna was an enemy of Ajatsatru and also his guide in the early days of Congress. “Krishna, who was a secretive politician, was an enemy of Ajatasatru. Krishna, who was my guide in the early days of joining the Congress party, was always my well wisher. Krishna’s foresight, disciplined life, gentlemanly demeanor and studious attitude are role models for budding politicians. I also share in the grief of his family and fans who are saddened by his passing away. I pray to God that his soul rest in peace,” the post read. Minister for Information, Technology and Biotechnology Priyank Kharge expressed his condolences and said that the Former CM’s vision and dedication shaped Karnataka‘s progress. “Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri S.M. Krishna, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, whose legacy of leadership and public service has left an indelible mark on our state and nation. His vision and dedication shaped Karnataka‘s progress and his corporate approach towards governance for Bengaluru endeared him to many. We are still reaping the benefits of his vision of positioning Bengaluru as a global city,” the post read. Further, Priyank said that Krishna’s life was wellserviced to the people. “As we remember him, we not only grieve the loss of a towering figure in our politics, but also celebrate a life well-lived in service to the people. May his soul rest in peace and his contributions continue to inspire generations to come,” the post further read. Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappaalso took to social media X and condemned the death. “Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran leader, former Chief and Union Minister, and dear friend, Shri S.M. Krishna. A true statesman and stalwart, his invaluable contributions to our nation and Karnataka will forever be remembered. I feel a sense of deep personal loss. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time,” Yediyurappa’s post read. Krishna, 92, was Karnataka Chief Minister from October 11, 1999, to May 28, 2004, and also served as External Affairs Minister during the Manmohan Singh-led United Progressive Alliance government from 2009 to 2012, and as Maharashtra Governor. He joined the BJP in March 2017, ending his nearly 50-yearlong association with the Congress. He retired from active politics last year. The mortal remains of former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna have been taken to Maddur, his native place, for the last rites. His last rites will be conducted with full state honours in Mandya district on Wednesday. The Karnataka government has declared three days of mourning on his demise. According to the notice, “His last rites will be performed with full state honours. No functions and no celebrations will be held in these three days from December 10 to December 12.(ANI) B e n g a l u r u (Karnataka) [India], December 11 (ANI): The father of the 34-yearold Bengaluru techie who died by suicide on Monday has accused the “mediation court” of not functioning according to the law, recalling his son’s experiences when he was repeatedly called to the court in Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur over cases filed by his wife. A 34-year-old deputy general manager of a private firm, Atul Subhash, died by suicide on Monday in his Bengaluru apartment, leaving behind a 24-page suicide note, accusing his wife and her relatives of harassment. Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Pawan Kumar, the father of the deceased, shared that Atul had travelled to Jaunpur from Bengaluru at least 40 times due to court cases filed by his wife, adding that she used to frame one charge after another. “He (Atul) had said to us that those in the mediation court do not work as per law, not even as per the rules of the Supreme Court. He had to go to Jaunpur from Bengaluru at least 40 times. She (the deceased’s wife) used to frame one charge after another. He must have been frustrated but never let us feel that,” Kumar said. The father of the deceased also mentioned that they were informed of Atul’s death after he sent an email to his younger brother around 1 am on the day of the incident. Kumar stressed that the allegations made by Atul in his suicide note against his wife and her family were “100 per cent true.” “Suddenly, we received the information about the incident–he sent a mail to our younger son around 1 am. It’s 100 per cent true (the allegations of the deceased against his wife and her family)... We cannot express the level of tension that our son would have been in,” Kumar added. According to a statement released by the police, the Hoysala Police Control Room received a call at 6:00 am on Monday about Atul Subhash‘s suicide in a flat at Bengaluru’s Manjunatha Layout in the Delfinium Residency. The statement further stated that when the police went to search the place, the flat was locked from inside, and the lock was broken, following which they went inside and saw Atul hanging from a ceiling fan by the support of a nylon rope. The police informed the incident to the brother of the deceased, Bikas Kumar, who later filed a complaint against Subhash’s wife, his motherin-law, his brother-inlaw, and his wife’s uncle, accusing them of filing a false complaint against Subhash and demanding Rs 3 crore money for the settlement, which led to his mental and physical harassment, following which he had to take the extreme step. A case was later registered under the BNS Act, and an investigation is underway, the police stated. In his suicide note, Subhash called for justice, stating, “Justice is Due” on every single page of the 24page note. Subhash further described the instances that instigated him to take such a step. Subhash recorded a video describing his alleged harassment and asking his family members not to immerse his ashes till justice is served to him. His suicide note also had a message for his four-yearold son, who he claimed had been kept estranged from him. The note also called for his parents to be given custody of his child. S u b h a s h mentioned in his suicide note that his wife had filed nine cases against him, including murder, sexual misconduct, harassment for money, domestic violence, and dowry. (ANI) Bengaluru techie’s suicide: “He used to say that mediation court does not work as per law,” says his father
Andhra: CM Chandrababu Naidu to chair collectors meeting on Dec 11, 12 Amaravathi (Andhra Pradesh) [India], December 10 (ANI): A twoday Collectors’ meeting will be held at the Velagapudi Secretariat under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on December 11 & 12 and will providing guidance on various issues, including development and welfare programs undertaken in the past six months, the Swarna Andhra Vision 2047 document, and newly introduced policies, said a statement from CMO. The meeting will discuss the targets and strategies for the next four and a half years. The Chief Minister will seek the opinions of Collectors from 26 districts and heads of 40 departments participating in the conference. Notably, while the previous government held only one Collectors’ meeting in five years, the coalition government is conducting its second meeting within six months of taking office, added the statement. On the first day, discussions will focus on RTGS, grievance resolution, village and ward secretariats, WhatsApp governance, and positive public perception. From the afternoon, topics like agriculture, animal husbandry, horticulture, civil supplies, forests, water resources, Panchayati Raj, NREGA, rural water supply, SERP, urban development, CRDA, and law and order will be discussed. On the second day, the Chief Minister will discuss sectors such as industries, IT, investments, electricity, human resources, transport, roads and buildings, housing, health, welfare of SCs, STs, BCs, minorities, and women, revenue, excise, mines, and district development plans with the concerned officials. Ministers and IPS officers will also participate in the meeting, read the statement further. (ANI) Hathras (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 10 (ANI): Seven people died and several others were injured after a pickup collided with a container in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras on Tuesday. The incident occurred on the MathuraKasganj highway in the Hathras district of the state. The deceased included three men and women each and a child. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences on the loss of lives in the Hathras accident, describing the incident as “extremely sad” and “heart-wrenching.” He instructed the district administration officials to carry out relief operations expeditiously and provide proper treatment to the injured. In a social media post on X, CM Yogi wrote, “The loss of life in a road accident on the MathuraKasganj highway in Hathras district is extremely sad and heart-wrenching. My condolences are with the bereaved family. D i s t r i c t administration officials have been instructed to carry out relief operations expeditiously and immediately take the injured to the hospital for proper treatment. I pray to Lord Ram to give a place to the departed souls in his feet and provide speedy recovery to the injured.” According to an official statement from the Chief Minister, “Yogi Adityanath took cognizance of the road accident on Mathura-Kasganj highway in Hathras district. The Chief Minister has expressed condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased. The Chief Minister immediately directed the district administration officials to take the injured to the hospital and provide them with proper treatment. Along with this, he has also wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. The district administration officials have reached the spot and are engaged in relief work.” (ANI) UP: 7 dead, including a child in road accident in Hathras; CM Yogi expresses grief* FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2024 9
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