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The Madras High Court has directed police to file a case against Tamil Nadu Forest Minister A Ponmudy for allegedly making derogatory and hate speeches against women and religious groups. Justice Anand Venkatesh emphasized that hate speech should be addressed regardless of the speaker's position, following Mr Ponmudy's controversial remarks about Shaivism and Vaishnavism during a public meeting, which drew severe backlash, including from DMK MP Kanimozhi. In response to the uproar, Chief Minister MK Stalin removed Ponmudy from his role as deputy general secretary, though the minister later issued an apology for his "inappropriate remarks." The court has scheduled further hearings for April 23 amid protests from AIADMK women's wing members, who demand his resignation from the ministerial position. AIADMK leader Gayathri Raghuram criticized the DMK for insufficient action, describing Ponmudy's apology as habitual and calling for his removal. 
Published: Apr 17 2025, 6 pmeznews.inIn a light-hearted turn of events, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal and his wife, Sunita, captured attention during their daughter Harshita's engagement ceremony in Delhi. The couple was filmed dancing to the popular song 'Angaro Ka Ambar Sa' from Allu Arjun's blockbuster 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', with the video shared widely on social media. The upscale Shangri-La Eros hotel hosted the event, where Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also joined in the celebrations, performing bhangra. Harshita Kejriwal married her college friend Sambhav Jain on April 18, and the couple co-founded a healthcare startup, Basil Health. Following the lavish engagement at a five-star venue, political reactions surfaced, with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta commenting on the significance of the event for public perception. Harshita, the eldest child of the Kejriwals, is a BCG alumna, while her brother Pulkit studies at IIT Delhi.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 11 ameznews.inA four-storey building in Mustafabad, northeast Delhi, collapsed early Saturday morning, resulting in four fatalities and leaving several others feared trapped beneath the debris. Rescuers from the National Disaster Response Force and Delhi Fire Services are on-site, having rescued 14 survivors so far, while 8 to 10 individuals are still unaccounted for. The incident, captured on CCTV, was preceded by heavy rain and thunderstorms, although the exact cause of the collapse is under investigation. Divisional Fire Officer Rajendra Atwal reported the call about the collapse was received around 2:50 am, describing it as a “pancake collapse,” which typically results in minimal chances of survival. Rescue efforts are hampered by space constraints in the densely populated area, complicating the use of heavy machinery. Local residents are mourning the loss of family members, with one man reporting that his sister and her family were among the injured.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 11 ameznews.inActor and BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty has called on the Indian government to consider imposing President's Rule in West Bengal due to escalating violence in Murshidabad district, where protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act led to clashes from April 8 to 12, resulting in three deaths and widespread displacement. Chakraborty urged the Home Minister to deploy military forces for two months during the upcoming elections to ensure fair voting. Meanwhile, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose visited violence-affected areas despite Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's request for a delay, meeting with displaced families and promising proactive measures. Many victims reported physical assaults and intimidation from assailants. Additionally, a team from the National Commission for Women, led by Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, is investigating the situation's impact on women and children, emphasizing the need for sensitivity and justice in such crises.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) has released the results for Classes 10 and 12 on April 19, 2025. The pass percentage for Class 10 stands at 90.77%, with 99,725 out of 109,859 students successfully passing the examination. Meanwhile, Class 12 students achieved an overall pass rate of 83.23%, with approximately 88,518 of 106,345 candidates qualifying. Students can access their scorecards via the official UBSE websites, ubse.uk.gov.in and uaresults.nic.in, as well as through NDTV’s dedicated results page and SMS service. To check results on NDTV, students need to enter their roll number and other required details. The results are expected to provide clarity and updates for students and parents alike as they navigate the outcomes of this academic year.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 10 ameznews.inStargazers worldwide are set for a spectacular sight as a rare triple planetary conjunction will create a "smiley face" in the predawn sky on April 25. This celestial event, involving Venus, Saturn, and a crescent moon, will be visible globally for a brief period before sunrise. The planets will form the "eyes" of the smile, while the crescent moon will represent the "mouth." According to NASA Solar System Ambassador Brenda Culbertson, the alignment will appear as a triangular formation, with Venus higher in the eastern horizon and Saturn positioned lower. The best viewing conditions will be found by looking eastward just one hour before sunrise. This event follows the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, adding to the night sky's vibrancy. Observers may also spot Mercury below the trio, while binoculars or telescopes can enhance the view of the crescent moon.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 10 ameznews.inAcclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has ignited controversy with his inflammatory remarks about the Brahmin community, particularly in the wake of backlash surrounding his film 'Phule.' In response to a comment on social media, he stated he would "urinate on Brahmins," leading to widespread outrage and police complaints, as well as threats against his family. In a lengthy apology, Kashyap clarified that he was not apologizing for his original statement but for the ensuing hatred, emphasizing that no action justifies threats against his loved ones. He urged critics to direct their anger at him rather than his family, asserting, “If you want an apology, here it is. Brahmins, spare the women.” The controversy coincides with the release of 'Phule,' which portrays the lives of social reformers Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule, and has faced objections from Brahmin groups over its content. The film is set to release on April 25.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 8 ameznews.inRicky Rai, the son of late underworld figure N Muthappa Rai, was shot at by unidentified assailants near his home in Bidadi, Karnataka, early Saturday morning. The incident occurred between 1 am and 1:30 am as Rai was travelling in his car towards Bengaluru, accompanied by his gunman. Police reported that the attackers opened fire, with a bullet striking the vehicle and injuring both the driver and Rai, who was seated in the rear. Ricky Rai is currently receiving treatment at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru. Authorities have registered a case and are actively pursuing the suspects involved in the shooting.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 9 ameznews.inIndia is set to welcome eight cheetahs from Botswana in two phases, with four expected to arrive by May, according to officials from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). This initiative was discussed during a review meeting in Bhopal, attended by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. The NTCA revealed that over Rs 112 crore has been invested in the cheetah project, predominantly for rehabilitation efforts in Madhya Pradesh. Cheetahs will be relocated to Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, with an agreement reached between Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to create an inter-state conservation area. Currently, Kuno National Park houses 26 cheetahs, including 14 cubs born in India. The state government is seeking Supreme Court approval to initiate cheetah safaris in Kuno, following the successful translocation of 20 cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa since 2022.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 9 ameznews.inIn a surprising turn of events in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, Sapna Devi has returned home after eloping with her daughter Shivani's fiancé, Rahul, just days before their scheduled wedding on April 16. Devi and Rahul vanished on April 8, taking with them approximately Rs 3.5 lakh in cash and jewellery valued at over Rs 5 lakh, prompting Devi's husband, Jitendra Kumar, to file a missing persons report. After a 12-hour counselling session with local police, Devi expressed her desire to remain with Rahul, citing "mental torture" from her family as the reason for her departure. While Rahul claimed to have "saved" Devi, her daughter expressed anger over the theft, stating that they no longer cared for Devi's choices, only wishing for the return of their valuables. Jitendra vowed not to let the couple go until the money and jewellery are returned.
Published: Apr 19 2025, 9 ameznews.inAt least four people have died and 14 others have been rescued following the collapse of a four-storey building in Mustafabad, Delhi, in the early hours of Saturday. The incident occurred around 3 am, prompting immediate rescue operations involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Delhi Fire Services, and Delhi Police. Senior police officer Sandeep Lamba confirmed that approximately 8-10 individuals remain trapped under the rubble. The injured have been transported to GTB Hospital for treatment. The collapse coincided with heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms in the area. Lamba stated that an investigation into the cause of the collapse will be conducted. This incident follows another building collapse last week during a dust storm in which one person died. In a separate event on the same day, five family members perished in a house collapse in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
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