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NEW DELHI: The newly elected BJP government in Delhi has implemented a significant measure to combat pollution by prohibiting petrol sales to vehicles older than 15 years. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced this initiative on Saturday, stating that a team will be established to identify these vehicles, with technology installed at petrol pumps to enforce the rule. This follows existing regulations that ban diesel vehicles over 10 years and petrol vehicles over 15 years from the roads. The government aims to initially target heavy vehicles entering the city. Additionally, Sirsa highlighted plans for organizations to adopt anti-pollution measures, including the installation of anti-smog guns in high-rise buildings and a yearly plantation drive involving university students. He emphasized that addressing pollution within Delhi is crucial before addressing external factors, as local sources contribute significantly to the city's air quality issues, which saw 157 days of poor air quality in recent years. 
Published: Mar 01 2025, 4 pmeznews.inCongress MP Shashi Tharoor has revised his view on Kerala's industrial growth, emphasizing the need for genuine MSME start-ups rather than mere statistics. Sharing a report on social media, Tharoor expressed disappointment in the state's start-up ecosystem, highlighting that over 42,000 MSMEs have closed in the last nine years, leading to significant job losses. He called for more substantive efforts in fostering entrepreneurship, stating, "Kerala must head this way!" However, State Industries Minister P Rajeeve dismissed the report as "baseless," citing a previous Assembly response and a statement from Union Minister Piyush Goyal that only 1,700 MSMEs had shut down in four years. Rajeeve claimed the report was misleading and lacked credible sources. Tharoor's comments have stirred controversy within the Congress party, particularly following his praise for the state government's industrial policy, just days after a strategy meeting for upcoming Assembly elections.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 2 ameznews.inKarnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked outrage from the Opposition BJP following his remarks regarding the film industry during the Bengaluru International Film Festival. Shivakumar criticized the low turnout of cine artistes at the event and suggested that their participation in political protests was essential for recognition, prompting BJP leader R Ashoka to label his comments as disrespectful and indicative of a "bad mindset." Ashoka emphasized that artists are not bound to any political party and urged respect for their autonomy. Janata Dal Secular's Nikhil Kumaraswamy echoed this sentiment, asserting that it is up to artists to decide their involvement in political movements. Shivakumar defended his statements, stating that the Mekedatu padayatra, aimed at securing drinking water for Bengaluru, warranted greater support from the film fraternity, which he felt was lacking despite invitations extended to them.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe BJP government in Delhi will commence registrations on March 8 for its Mahila Samriddhi Yojna, which promises Rs 2,500 per month to women from economically weaker sections. Party MP Manoj Tiwari announced that the scheme aims to assist financially disadvantaged women, with the entire registration process expected to be completed within six weeks. This initiative was part of the BJP's election manifesto. However, the opposition AAP has criticized the government for delaying the scheme's approval, questioning the BJP's commitment to its promises. AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar reminded the BJP of its pledges, including providing LPG cylinders at reduced rates and free cylinders during festivals. In response, Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva dismissed AAP's criticisms as attempts to distract from their electoral defeat, asserting that the BJP remains committed to fulfilling its manifesto promises.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inMUMBAI: The ruling Mahayuthi alliance in Maharashtra has firmly dismissed speculation of internal discord ahead of the state assembly's budget session. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressed the media, asserting, "There is no Cold War among ruling allies," and emphasized their unity in overcoming opposition challenges. This statement followed a Cabinet meeting and a tea gathering that the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) chose to boycott. Fadnavis highlighted the MVA's internal strife, noting their absence of prominent leaders at their own meeting. Recent tensions have been fueled by the scaling down of security for 55 lawmakers from Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction, which the government attributed to a re-evaluation of threat levels. Despite ongoing denials from the alliance, these developments have sparked optimism within the MVA, which suffered a significant defeat in last year's assembly elections, and highlighted the complexities of leadership transitions within the Mahayuthi.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA recent Reddit post has sparked amusement and empathy among users after a traveler shared a surprising experience of being assigned a “window seat” that featured no actual window. The passenger, who was on a five-hour flight, posted a photo showcasing a plain wall instead of the anticipated view, captioning it, “‘Window' seat on my 5-hour flight.” The post quickly garnered attention, with users sharing humorous comments and their own similar experiences. One user digitally edited the photo to add a whimsical window view, while others noted the silver lining of not having to worry about being sucked out. Comments included anecdotes of missed views and playful suggestions to rename the seat options to “Aisle, Middle, Wall.” The incident highlights the quirky realities of air travel and the shared camaraderie among passengers navigating such unexpected situations.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inA special court in Mumbai has ordered the filing of a case against former SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and five other officials over alleged stock market fraud and regulatory violations. The court, led by Judge Shashikant Eknathrao Bangar, will oversee the investigation and has requested a status report within 30 days, citing prima facie evidence of regulatory lapses and collusion. SEBI plans to contest the ruling, arguing that the petition was frivolous and that the court did not allow it to present its case. The regulator noted that the officials named were not in their positions at the time of the alleged misconduct and criticized the applicant as a habitual litigant. Buch, who concluded her three-year term on March 1, was noted for her contributions to market reforms, although her final year was marked by controversy. Other officials implicated include BSE CEO Sundararaman Ramamurthy and SEBI members Ashwani Bhatia, Ananth Narayan G, and Kamlesh Chandra Varshney.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: The political rivalry between the Congress and BJP has intensified following the Maha Kumbh, with the BJP accusing Congress leaders, notably Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, of being anti-Hindu. The BJP criticized Gandhi for not attending the Kumbh or the inauguration of the Ram temple, asserting that his family has consistently shown indifference to Hinduism. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari highlighted Gandhi's absence from significant religious events, contrasting it with his visits to a mosque. In response, Congress's Priyank Kharge pointed out that many BJP ministers and MLAs also did not attend the Kumbh, suggesting that the BJP's claims of anti-Hindu sentiment could extend to their own allies, including prominent regional leaders. This exchange of accusations occurred during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Somnath temple, further fueling the ongoing religious and political discourse in India.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIn a brazen heist, four masked men stole nearly Rs 30 lakh from an SBI ATM in Rangareddy district, Telangana, in just four minutes on Sunday morning. The robbery unfolded at 1:56 am when one suspect exited a car, disabled the CCTV camera at the kiosk entrance, and cut the emergency siren wires. Inside, three accomplices used a gas cutter and iron rods to access the cash, while one stood guard outside. They successfully absconded with Rs 29.69 lakh before rolling down the shutter at 2 am. Despite their efforts to evade detection, the CCTV inside the kiosk recorded the entire incident. Police believe the gang, suspected to be from Haryana, attempted another robbery in Mylardevpally but abandoned it after an electric shock. Investigators are linking them to similar ATM thefts in Bengaluru and Hosur, Tamil Nadu, and multiple teams have been deployed to track down the culprits and recover the stolen cash.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 6 pmeznews.inMUMBAI: Union Minister Raksha Khadse has voiced concerns about women's safety in Maharashtra after her minor daughter was harassed at a fair in Jalgaon district, prompting criticism from the opposition Congress regarding the state's law-and-order situation. Accompanied by supporters, Khadse filed a police complaint, stating, "I have come as a mother seeking justice." Deputy Superintendent of Police Kushanat Pingde confirmed that seven individuals have been named in the case, with one arrested, under charges including molestation and violations of the POCSO and IT Acts. Khadse highlighted the alarming rise in crimes against women in the state, questioning, "If my own daughter is not safe, what will be the condition of others?" In response, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged the involvement of workers from a specific party in the incident and assured that strict action would be taken. This incident follows a recent high-profile rape case in Pune, further intensifying public concern over safety.
Published: Mar 02 2025, 4 pmeznews.inIn a tragic incident in Viluppuram, a 19-year-old student named Indhu reportedly died by suicide following a confrontation with her father over a mistake made during the application process for an Other Backward Class (OBC) certificate. The father had asked Indhu for a one-time password (OTP) to complete the application, but she provided the wrong code twice. Although he managed to submit the application, he scolded her upon returning home, which allegedly led to her distress. Initial reports suggested that her suicide was linked to anxiety over her performance in the NEET medical entrance exam; however, police have dismissed this claim. Indhu had completed her Class 12 education at a local government school and had previously attempted the NEET exam, scoring 350 marks but failing to qualify.
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