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MUMBAI: The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has arrested seven individuals involved in a sophisticated scam that exploited fake Aadhaar and PAN cards to acquire and resell luxury vehicles, defrauding numerous victims and banks across several states. The group, which includes four members with prior criminal records, purchased cars valued at Rs 7.30 crore, with authorities seizing 16 vehicles, including a BMW convertible and eight Fortuners, and anticipating that this number may rise to 35. Officials revealed that the accused obtained PAN card details of traders using their GST numbers to create counterfeit identification, targeting those with strong CIBIL scores to secure bank loans. They then altered engine and chassis numbers before selling the vehicles through agents in Delhi, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh. A comprehensive investigation is currently ongoing, according to police sources. 
Published: Feb 24 2025, 8 pmeznews.inPunjab has revoked the licenses of 40 travel agents amid a growing controversy over the deportation of Indians who have migrated illegally to the US. Authorities have also cancelled licenses of some IELTS centers, with further actions anticipated. The Amritsar police acted on a complaint regarding illegal operations by travel agents in the city, and ongoing raids are being conducted to apprehend those involved. Sarabjit Singh, the complainant, presented his concerns to Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni. Government sources indicate that Punjabis represent the largest group among those being deported, with 333 Indians returned on three flights in February alone. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has expressed concerns over the influx of deportees, as 21 flights have landed in Amritsar since May 2020. Illegal immigration schemes, often involving fake visas, have led to over 3,200 police cases against agents in Punjab in recent years, resulting in multiple arrests.
Published: Feb 25 2025, 12 ameznews.inA 27-year-old event management professional, Suchandra Chattopadhyay, was killed in a car accident in West Bengal's Paschim Bardhaman district while allegedly racing another vehicle. Initially, claims suggested that harassment from occupants of the other car prompted her to speed, but police later clarified that Suchandra's vehicle was actually following the other car. The incident occurred while she was en route to a function in Gaya with three colleagues, two of whom were seriously injured. Investigations revealed that the victim's car attempted to overtake the other vehicle but lost control while following it into an alley, leading to the crash. Suchandra's mother expressed distrust in the investigation, alleging that authorities were protecting the other vehicle's occupants. The incident has sparked political outrage, with the BJP criticizing the state's law and order under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while the TMC urged against politicizing the tragedy.
Published: Feb 25 2025, 12 ameznews.inA 17-year-old rape survivor was reportedly assaulted by a police constable in Bengaluru, according to officials. The incident occurred in December when constable Arun lured the survivor to a hotel under the guise of offering assistance. Previously, the teen had been raped by another individual, Vicky, who had falsely promised to marry her. Following the survivor's mother filing a complaint with the Bommanahalli police, Arun befriended the accused and assured the girl of justice and job prospects. However, he allegedly drugged her by mixing sedatives in a liquor bottle before raping her and threatening to share intimate videos if she spoke out. Both Arun and Vicky have been arrested and face charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. They are currently in judicial custody for 14 days.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA deadlock in the Rajasthan assembly persists as tensions rise over BJP minister Avinash Gehlot's controversial remarks referring to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as "Dadi" (grandmother). Following a chaotic session on Friday, both the government and opposition initially agreed to apologize to each other, but disputes over who should apologize first have stalled proceedings. Six suspended MLAs, including Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra, were seen sleeping inside the House after their suspension amid uproar over Gehlot's comments. Dotasra has since refused to issue a formal apology, insisting that Gehlot must apologize first. The Speaker, Vasudev Devnani, expressed frustration at the impasse, urging both sides to resolve the issue and restore order. Despite an agreement to reinstate the suspended MLAs, the assembly remains gridlocked as neither party is willing to concede.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 10 pmeznews.inAmerican Airlines is set to operate a flight from Rome to Delhi on Tuesday to transport passengers stranded in the Italian capital after their flight from New York was diverted due to a suspected bomb threat. Flight AA292 was redirected to Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in Rome on Sunday, escorted by Italian Air Force fighter jets, and landed safely. Initially scheduled to depart for Delhi at 2 pm local time on Monday, the flight was cancelled, with a new flight (AA9603) planned for 12 pm on February 25. Following the threat, a Bomb Threat Assessment Committee was established at Delhi airport, which determined that an inspection was necessary before the aircraft could land in Delhi. Passengers with valid European entry passports were moved to hotels, while those without were accommodated in airport lounges. American Airlines confirmed that the threat was deemed non-credible but required precautionary measures.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 10 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Yadav during a rally in Bhagalpur, Bihar, emphasizing that those who misappropriated resources cannot advocate for farmers' welfare. Modi criticized RJD leaders for disparaging the Maha Kumbh festival, highlighting that more people than Europe’s entire population participated in the event. He asserted that the critics of the festival are also opposed to the Ram temple and warned that the people of Bihar would not forgive such disrespect. The rally, held ahead of Bihar's assembly elections, also focused on agricultural advancements, with Modi announcing the release of the 19th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. He noted significant growth in agricultural exports, particularly mentioning Bihar's foxnuts, which will soon be promoted globally through a newly established Makhana board. Modi reaffirmed the NDA government's commitment to prioritizing farmers' welfare.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 7 pmeznews.inUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath delivered a scathing address at the state assembly, defending the Maha Kumbh festival amid criticism from opposition leaders following a deadly stampede that claimed 18 lives. He emphasized that the Kumbh serves as a source of hope and connection for many, contrasting it with the negative portrayal by critics. Adityanath dismissed claims that certain castes were barred from attending, asserting that only those with ill intentions would face consequences. He criticized former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav for appointing a non-Sanatani to oversee the event, claiming that past Kumbh experiences were marred by chaos and pollution. The opposition, including Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has used recent incidents at the Kumbh to question the government's management. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also defended the event, likening critics to foreign powers undermining national unity and faith.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 6 pmeznews.inRescue efforts for eight workers trapped in a collapsed tunnel in Telangana have become increasingly precarious, with a slush wall now rising to eight metres, complicating the operation. Experts have voiced concerns about the stability of the tunnel, warning that further digging could endanger both the trapped workers and rescuers. As rescue teams, including geologists and drone specialists, continue their efforts, the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation reported that approximately 3,200 litres of water are flooding the tunnel every minute, creating dangerous conditions. Telangana minister Jupally Krishna Rao acknowledged the "remote" chances of survival, emphasizing the dire situation as rescuers navigate through muck using rubber tubes and wooden planks. The tunnel collapsed while workers were repairing a water leak, and no contact has been made with the trapped individuals since the incident. Special teams are on standby for assistance, as the search continues.
Published: Feb 24 2025, 6 pmeznews.inIn New Delhi, tensions have escalated between the newly elected BJP government and the recently ousted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the alleged removal of photos of prominent freedom fighters BR Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh from government offices. AAP MLA Atishi accused Chief Minister Rekha Gupta of erasing these images, claiming it reflects the BJP's "anti-Dalit mentality." She highlighted that under former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, these photos were prominently displayed. However, a video from Gupta's office revealed that both photos remain, albeit on separate walls, while the central wall now features President Droupadi Murmu, Mahatma Gandhi, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP spokesperson RP Singh dismissed AAP's claims as an attempt to distract from their electoral defeat, asserting that the arrangement of photos is dictated by administrative protocol, which includes displaying images of national leaders as appropriate.
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