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MUMBAI: A television actor has accused her co-star of molestation during a Holi party in Mumbai, according to police sources. The 29-year-old actress, currently employed by an entertainment channel, reported that her colleague, who was intoxicated, forcibly applied colours on her at a rooftop gathering hosted by her company. She recounted hiding behind a stall, but he allegedly pursued her, covering her face and insisting, "I love you" while stating, "let's see who saves you from me." The actor claimed he then touched her inappropriately, leaving her "mentally shocked." After confiding in friends, who confronted the accused, he reportedly pushed them away. Subsequently, the actor and her friends filed a police complaint, leading to a case being registered against him. The accused has been summoned to the police station for questioning as investigations continue. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIn Vadodara, a tragic incident occurred the evening before Holi when a speeding car crashed into a scooter carrying Hemali Patel, 35, her husband Purav, 40, and their daughter. The collision, which also involved two other vehicles, resulted in Hemali's immediate death, while Purav sustained critical injuries and their daughter was also hurt. The driver, Rakshit Chaurasia, a law student, was reportedly intoxicated and was seen behaving erratically after the crash. He has been charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Despite Rakshit’s claims of not being drunk and attributing the accident to airbags, witnesses and victims contest his account, asserting the car was traveling at high speed. One injured individual, Vikas Kevlani, called for stricter legal action against reckless driving, emphasizing the need for justice for Hemali, whom he regarded as family. Police are now investigating the co-passenger, Pranshu Chouhan. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inIn a recent podcast with Lex Fridman, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of criticism as the "soul of democracy," welcoming it as a means to improve governance. He expressed concern that genuine, well-informed criticism has become scarce, noting that many current critiques are mere allegations lacking depth and research. Modi asserted that real criticism requires thorough analysis and the ability to discern truth from falsehood, lamenting that many prefer shortcuts over substantive evaluation. He advocated for more constructive criticism, arguing it fosters democratic engagement and insights. Modi highlighted that allegations are counterproductive and lead to unnecessary conflict, reinforcing his commitment to serving the nation despite facing false accusations. He concluded by reiterating the value of keeping critics close, as they can aid in personal and democratic growth. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA corporate employer has come under fire for its stringent Holi policies, which include denying leave for the festival and threatening to bar employees with Holi colours from entering the workplace. The controversy began when employee Sahil Sakure shared a manager's message on Reddit, stating that Holi was a "Business Critical Day," and any unapproved leave would be unpaid. Additionally, the company implemented a "sandwich salary deduction" policy, penalizing employees who took leave adjacent to weekends or public holidays. The manager's message further advised against falling sick or having emergencies on Holi, prompting widespread criticism online. Users expressed outrage, with comments highlighting the unrealistic nature of the policies and labeling the workplace environment as toxic. This incident echoes broader concerns about workplace culture, reminiscent of a viral video from Bengaluru showing a man juggling a client meeting while attending a Durga Puja. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 4 pmeznews.inA 64-year-old man died following a violent altercation over loud music during Holi celebrations in Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred on Friday night in Mankisar village when Shankar Kewat requested his neighbor, Deepu Kewat, to lower the volume of the DJ music, as his children were studying for exams. In retaliation, Deepu and five relatives allegedly attacked Shankar and his family, resulting in Shankar's father, Munna Kewat, collapsing and later being pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Authorities have filed murder charges against Deepu and his accomplices, who remain at large as police conduct efforts to apprehend them. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 4 pmeznews.inIn a significant drug bust at Bengaluru airport, two Nigerian women, Bamba Fanta, 31, and Abigail Adonis, 30, were arrested with over 37 kg of MDMA valued at Rs 75 crore, marking Karnataka's largest drug seizure to date. The women were apprehended upon their arrival from Delhi, with the drugs hidden in their trolley bags, according to Mangaluru Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal. Alongside the drugs, police recovered four mobile phones, passports, and Rs 18,000 in cash. Residing in Delhi, the pair had reportedly been smuggling MDMA across India via air routes, making numerous trips to Mumbai and Bengaluru over the past year. Fanta arrived in India on a business visa in 2020, while Adonis has been in the country since 2016. Their arrest is linked to a prior investigation that began six months ago with the capture of another suspect, Haider Ali, who was found with 15 grams of MDMA. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 3 pmeznews.inIn a heartbreaking incident in Maheshliti village, Jharkhand, a man named Sanaul Ansari allegedly killed his three children—daughters Afreen Parveen, 12, and Zaiba Naz, 8, and son Safaul Ansari, 6—before taking his own life. The tragedy unfolded in the early hours of Sunday, with neighbors discovering the scene when they noticed a lack of activity in Sanaul's home during Sehri, the pre-dawn meal of Ramadan. Upon entering, they found Sanaul hanging and the bodies of his children nearby. Local police, led by Dumri Sub-Divisional Police Officer Sumit Prasad, reported that preliminary investigations suggest the children were strangled. Sanaul, a mason who also ran a small shop, was alone at home as his wife had gone to her maternal home two days prior. The motive remains unclear, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding this devastating event, which has left the community in shock. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inIn Vadodara, 20-year-old Rakshit Chaurasia, who had previously encountered legal trouble for creating a disturbance, has been arrested following a tragic car accident that resulted in the death of a woman and injuries to seven others. Just weeks before the incident, Chaurasia and friends were taken to a police station after allegedly threatening a lawyer who complained about their noise. On March 13, Chaurasia's car struck three vehicles, killing 37-year-old Hemali Patel and critically injuring her husband, while also injuring others. Eyewitnesses reported he appeared intoxicated, although Chaurasia denied being drunk, claiming he lost control of the vehicle due to a pothole. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, with multiple teams deployed to gather evidence and track the movements of Chaurasia and his co-passenger. The case has garnered significant media attention and raised concerns within the community. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inA tragic road accident in Vadodara, Gujarat, resulted in the death of 40-year-old Hemaliben Patel and injuries to four others when 20-year-old Rakshit Chaurasia allegedly drove his car under the influence of bhaang (cannabis). The incident, captured on video, shows Chaurasia's vehicle colliding with multiple two-wheelers and pedestrians before he exited the car shouting incoherent phrases. Patel was reportedly out purchasing Holi colours when the accident occurred. Chaurasia, a law student from Varanasi studying at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, initially claimed he was driving at a speed of 50-60 km/h but police noted he was overspeeding. He later admitted to consuming intoxicants. While he has taken responsibility for the incident, expressing a desire to meet the victims' families, authorities are moving to arrest him and further investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inActor Janhvi Kapoor has expressed her outrage over a tragic car accident in Vadodara, Gujarat, where a speeding vehicle struck five pedestrians, resulting in the death of a woman and serious injuries to four others. The incident occurred early Friday morning in the Karelibaug area, with 20-year-old law student Rakshit Chaurasia behind the wheel. Eyewitnesses reported that Chaurasia, who has been arrested, appeared intoxicated and was heard shouting "another round" shortly after the crash, which CCTV footage captured as he collided with two scooters. The deceased was identified as Hemali Patel, while the injured were rushed to a local hospital. Chaurasia, originally from Varanasi, was driving a friend's car at the time, and video footage shows him disoriented post-accident, prompting bystanders to confront him before he was taken into police custody. Kapoor condemned the incident on social media, calling such behavior "appalling and enraging." 
Published: Mar 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inA tragic incident in Surat has resulted in the death of a 6-year-old girl, who became trapped under a fallen gate after being struck by a car driven by a drunk driver on Saturday. The girl, the daughter of a security guard, was playing with friends in a gated community when the driver crashed into the gate, which subsequently fell on her. CCTV footage captured the moment, showing bystanders rushing to lift the gate in a desperate attempt to rescue her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, who was behind the wheel of a Hyundai i20, has been arrested, and the vehicle has been seized. This incident follows another recent accident in Vadodara, where a law student caused a fatal crash while allegedly intoxicated, further igniting public outrage over road safety and drunk driving. 
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