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Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna marked the reopening of the Supreme Court on Thursday after its winter recess, which ran from December 21, 2024, to January 1, 2025, by extending New Year wishes to lawyers and litigants. He acknowledged issues with the email system for case mentions, advising that physical letters could be submitted instead, which would be reviewed in the afternoon for necessary orders. Since assuming office, Chief Justice Khanna has discontinued the practice of oral submissions for urgent case listings, requiring lawyers to submit requests via email or written letters instead. Traditionally, lawyers would present their cases for urgent hearings at the beginning of proceedings led by the Chief Justice. 
Published: Jan 03 2025, 3 ameznews.inGujarat police have filed a case against Jayaben Sathadiya for allegedly abetting her husband Suresh's suicide, following a video he recorded before his death. The 39-year-old was discovered hanging in their home in Zamrala village on December 30. In the video, Suresh urged his family to "teach his wife a lesson for causing his death," prompting his father to lodge a complaint. The FIR alleges that Jayaben subjected Suresh to mental harassment through frequent arguments and visits to her parents' home. It is reported that Suresh attempted to convince her to return home but, after her refusal, he took his own life. The case has been registered under section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, which addresses abetment of suicide, and an investigation is currently underway.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe District Child Protection Unit in Ahmedabad has issued a directive to Coldplay's Chris Martin and concert organisers, prohibiting the use of children on stage during the upcoming concert at Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25 and 26. The notice mandates that children must wear earplugs or hearing protection due to potential sound levels exceeding 120 decibels, which could jeopardize their health. This action follows a complaint from Pandit Rao Dharnevar, an Assistant Professor of Sociology, who raised concerns about the adverse effects of loud music and bright lights on children's physical and mental well-being. Dharnevar has previously filed a similar complaint regarding a New Year's Eve concert by Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, leading to a call for restrictions on songs promoting alcohol. He reiterated his commitment to advocating for children's rights in future events.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 9 ameznews.inAt least four Maoists were killed during an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, according to officials. The clash occurred on Saturday evening in a forest area along the Narayanpur and Dantewada border, resulting in the death of District Reserve Guard head constable Sannu Karam. The confrontation began as a joint team conducted an anti-Maoist operation. Following the exchange of fire, security personnel recovered the bodies of four Maoists, along with automatic weapons, including an AK-47 and a self-loading rifle. A search operation is currently ongoing in the area. In 2024, over 200 Maoists have been killed in Chhattisgarh, with a significant number from the Bastar region, while security forces reported 18 personnel fatalities and 65 civilian deaths attributed to Maoist violence. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged to eradicate Maoist presence by March 2026.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 8 ameznews.inCongress leader Rahul Gandhi emphasized that quality education cannot be achieved through privatization and financial incentives, advocating instead for increased government spending on public education. In a recent discussion with IIT Madras students, he highlighted the need to redefine success and encourage exploration beyond traditional career paths, urging a focus on fairness, creativity, and innovation. Gandhi criticized the current education system as restrictive and hierarchical, arguing it limits children's aspirations to a narrow set of professions. He called for a shift towards valuing diverse careers and fostering an environment where students can pursue their passions. On the political front, he contrasted Congress's inclusive growth approach with the BJP's aggressive economic model, underscoring the importance of India's strategic balancing act between superpowers like China and the U.S. Gandhi concluded that real innovation stems from production and practical skills rather than solely from research and development investments.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 8 ameznews.inShimla, Himachal Pradesh, is currently hosting a unique four-day religious event known as 'Bhunda Maha Yagya,' which aims to unite the deities of the Spail Valley and celebrate the region's cultural heritage. The highlight of the event was a rare 'rope-sliding tradition,' performed on Saturday by 65-year-old Surat Ram, a member of the Beda caste, who slid down a sacred rope for nearly one kilometer from one hill to another. Despite a brief mishap when the rope fell from the hands of the supporters on the opposite side, it was quickly recovered. The rope, or 'munji,' was crafted with strict adherence to rituals, including celibacy and silence, and took two and a half months to prepare. Thousands gathered in Dalgaon, including Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, to witness this vibrant tradition, which last occurred in 1985 when Ram was just 21.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 8 ameznews.inAn employee at an ISKCON temple in Mathura has absconded with a significant amount of donated money, estimated in lakhs of rupees, along with a receipt book, according to officials. The incident was reported by the temple's Chief Finance Officer, Vishwa Nam Das, who filed a First Information Report (FIR) late on Friday night. The accused, identified as Murlidhar Das, a resident of Indore, Madhya Pradesh, was responsible for collecting donations and depositing them with temple authorities. Following an initial investigation prompted by a prior application to the Senior Superintendent of Police, the FIR was lodged. Temple spokesperson Ravi Lochan Das indicated that the exact amount of money deposited by Das would be determined after further scrutiny. This is not the first incident of theft at the temple; a previous employee also fled with donations but died before the money could be recovered.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 7 ameznews.inDense fog has disrupted operations in the Delhi-National Capital Region for a third consecutive day, significantly affecting flight and train schedules. At Indira Gandhi International Airport, flights lacking advanced CAT III navigation systems faced delays, although landings and takeoffs continued for compliant aircraft. The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) issued a cautionary update to travelers regarding potential delays. Meanwhile, New Delhi Railway Station reported significant train delays due to near-zero visibility, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of ongoing fog conditions. On Saturday, the capital experienced its longest zero visibility spell of the season, lasting nine hours, which resulted in the diversion of 15 flights and delays for 81 trains. The day's maximum temperature reached 20 degrees Celsius, while the minimum was 7.8 degrees. Air quality remained poor, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 377, classified as 'very poor.'
Published: Jan 05 2025, 7 ameznews.inIn a bizarre incident in Gorakhpur's Khajni area, a bride vanished mid-wedding, taking with her jewellery and cash, leaving 40-year-old groom Kamlesh Kumar in dismay. The unfolding drama occurred at the Shiv Temple in Bharohiya during Kamlesh's second marriage ceremony, following the loss of his first wife. He had paid a mediator Rs 30,000 to arrange the match and had already provided the bride with sarees, beauty products, and other wedding expenses. As the rituals commenced, the bride, accompanied by her mother, excused herself to go to the bathroom but failed to return. Kamlesh expressed his disappointment, stating, "I just wanted to rebuild my family but ended up losing everything." Local police confirmed that no formal complaint has been lodged yet, but they will investigate if one is filed, according to Superintendent of Police, South, Jitendra Kumar.
Published: Jan 05 2025, 6 ameznews.inIn a shocking case that has unfolded over nearly two decades, two Indian Army soldiers, Dibil Kumar B and Rajesh P, have been arrested for the 2006 murder of 24-year-old Ranjini and her newborn twin daughters in Kerala. Fearing a paternity test would confirm his fatherhood of the infants, Kumar allegedly conspired with Rajesh to kill Ranjini shortly after she sought the Kerala State Women's Commission's help for recognition of the twins' paternity. Following the crime, the men deserted the Army, assumed new identities, and lived undetected in Puducherry, marrying and starting families. The case, initially investigated by local police and later the CBI, saw little progress until a tip-off led to their capture on Friday. The duo has been remanded in police custody, with further investigations pending as the CBI seeks to establish a clearer timeline of events.
Published: Jan 04 2025, 11 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: Amid reports of a surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China, a joint monitoring group in India, chaired by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), stated that the situation aligns with the ongoing flu season. Experts from various health organizations, including the World Health Organisation and the Indian Council of Medical Research, confirmed that the current rise in cases in China is attributed to influenza, RSV, and HMPV, typical pathogens for this time of year. In India, surveillance systems indicate no unusual increase in influenza-like or severe acute respiratory illnesses. While the ICMR will increase HMPV testing, officials urged the public to remain calm, emphasizing that HMPV is similar to other respiratory viruses and generally causes mild symptoms. Dr. Atul Goel reassured that there is no cause for alarm, as hospitals are prepared for seasonal respiratory infections.
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