eznews.inNEW DELHI: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has defended Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri amid online trolling following the government's ceasefire announcement with Pakistan. Misri, who has been pivotal in communicating India's stance during Operation Sindoor, was praised by Owaisi for his integrity and dedication as a diplomat, emphasizing that civil servants should not be held accountable for political decisions. Congress leader Salman Anees Soz also supported Misri, highlighting his contributions to the nation. Former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid and diplomat Navdeep Suri condemned the trolling, calling it "shameful" and "disgusting." Misri, who took office in July 2022, has been recognized for his articulate responses to Pakistan's remarks, including addressing the Pahalgam attack and the nature of democratic criticism, asserting that such discourse is a hallmark of an open society. 
Published: May 11 2025, 4 pmeznews.inThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to announce the Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2025 on May 12, with the exact time yet to be confirmed. Students can access their results through the official CBSE websites: CBSE.GOV.IN, CBSERESULTS.NIC.IN, and RESULTS.CBSE.NIC.IN, and are advised to avoid misinformation by relying solely on official channels. To view their mark sheets, students will need their roll number, admit card ID, school code, and date of birth. This year, over 42 lakh students participated in the board exams, held from February 15 to April 4. Notably, CBSE has introduced a Relative Grading system starting in the 2024-25 academic session to alleviate academic stress, assessing students based on their performance relative to peers. Last year, Class 10 recorded a pass percentage of 93.60%, while Class 12 had a pass rate of 87.98%.
Published: May 11 2025, 4 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: Following the Centre's announcement of a ceasefire with Pakistan, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the ceasefire, Operation Sindoor, and the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Gandhi emphasized that the ceasefire was first announced by US President Donald Trump, who facilitated the discussions between the two nations. Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress chief and Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha, supported this request, reiterating the urgency of addressing the situation. The ceasefire, effective from Saturday evening, was confirmed by India's Foreign Secretary after communications between military officials from both countries. While Indian leaders have acknowledged the ceasefire, they have not highlighted the US's involvement. Trump has also offered to mediate on the Kashmir issue, a sensitive topic for India, which traditionally opposes third-party intervention.
Published: May 11 2025, 2 pmeznews.inDefence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow, a key development within the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor, which includes six nodes. This advanced facility will assemble and test the supersonic BrahMos cruise missiles and produce lighter next-generation variants, enhancing India's precision-strike capabilities across land, air, and sea. The BrahMos missile, capable of being launched from multiple platforms, boasts a range of 290 to 400 km and a speed of Mach 2.8. The facility, built at a cost of Rs 300 crore on 80 hectares of land from the Uttar Pradesh government, aims to manufacture 80 to 100 BrahMos missiles annually, scaling up to 150 for the new variants. Additionally, it will house a Titanium and Super Alloys Materials Plant and a Defence Testing Infrastructure System for comprehensive defence product testing, marking a significant step in India's defence manufacturing landscape.
Published: May 11 2025, 2 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force (IAF) announced on Sunday that it has "successfully executed its assigned tasks" in Operation Sindoor, which was initiated on May 7 to target multiple terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir following a deadly attack in Pahalgam. This statement came a day after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire after several days of military exchanges. The IAF emphasized that operations were conducted with precision and professionalism, urging the public to refrain from speculation as operations are ongoing. However, India accused Pakistan of violating the ceasefire after drones were intercepted in Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri condemned these violations, stating that Indian armed forces would respond appropriately. Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting with key defense officials to address the escalating tensions, which have intensified since the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people on April 22.
Published: May 11 2025, 2 pmeznews.inIn New Delhi, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor highlighted the differences between the circumstances of the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war and the current situation following a ceasefire agreement with Pakistan. Speaking to ANI, Tharoor emphasized the need for peace, stating, "We had reached a stage where the escalation was needlessly getting out of control." He acknowledged the suffering of the Indian people, particularly referencing the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, and affirmed the government's responsibility to pursue those responsible. While praising Indira Gandhi's leadership in 1971 as a significant achievement, he noted that today's geopolitical context is vastly different, arguing that the current conflict lacks a clear objective. Tharoor called for a focus on national prosperity and development rather than prolonged conflict. Meanwhile, Congress leaders utilized social media to invoke Gandhi's legacy, prompting a response from the BJP questioning past UPA actions regarding terrorism.
Published: May 11 2025, 12 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting at his residence on Sunday, attended by key defence officials, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, amid a tense situation along the India-Pakistan border. The meeting followed a recent ceasefire agreement, announced by US President Donald Trump, which Pakistan initially violated despite claiming adherence. India responded firmly to these violations, with reports of intercepted Pakistani drones in Jammu and Kashmir and other regions. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India's serious stance on these breaches, urging Pakistan to act responsibly. While Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed a commitment to the ceasefire, he framed it as a potential turning point for regional peace. The Indian armed forces remain on high alert, prepared to respond decisively to any further border violations.
Published: May 11 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIn a harrowing incident in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, a minor was gang-raped inside a moving car, while her friend tragically died after being pushed from the vehicle. The two women had been lured from Greater Noida with promises of employment. On Tuesday evening, the men, identified as Sandeep, Amit, and Gaurav, consumed alcohol in the car, leading to a confrontation that resulted in one woman being thrown out in Meerut, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The surviving victim managed to escape near Khurja and reported the crime, prompting police to intercept the suspects' vehicle on the Aligarh-Bulandshahr Highway. During the ensuing encounter, two of the suspects were shot in the leg. An FIR has been filed under relevant sections of the Bharat Nyay Sanhita at Khurja Police Station, with the police recovering illegal firearms from the scene.
Published: May 11 2025, 11 ameznews.inIn a significant drug-related arrest, Namrata Chigurupati, the 34-year-old CEO of a Hyderabad hospital, was apprehended for allegedly purchasing cocaine valued at Rs five lakh. Police officials reported that Chigurupati was caught receiving the drugs in a courier from a Mumbai supplier, identified as Vansh Dhakkar, along with his associate, Balakrishna, who was delivering the cocaine. Chigurupati had reportedly placed the order via WhatsApp and transferred the payment online. Senior police officer Venkanna confirmed that the duo was intercepted at Rayadurgam, leading to the seizure of Rs 10,000 in cash, 53 grams of cocaine, and two mobile phones. Both individuals have been charged under relevant laws and are currently in judicial custody. During interrogation, Chigurupati allegedly admitted to spending approximately Rs 70 lakh on drugs over time.
Published: May 11 2025, 10 ameznews.inA man in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly shot at two individuals who fat-shamed him during a community feast, according to police reports. The incident unfolded on Thursday when Arjun Chauhan, accompanied by his uncle, was mocked by Anil and Shubham Chauhan for his weight. In retaliation, Arjun and his friend Asif Khan pursued the two men on the highway. After a failed attempt to confront them, the duo stopped their car near Tenua toll plaza, forcibly removed the men from their vehicle, and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Fortunately, bystanders rushed the injured victims to a district hospital, where they were later referred to a medical college and are now reported to be out of danger. Following a complaint by Shubham's father, an FIR was filed, leading to the arrest of the accused on Friday.
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