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The Supreme Court of India has granted interim bail to suspended IAS officer Ranu Sahu and businessman Suryakant Tiwari, both implicated in the Chhattisgarh coal levy scam, alongside Saumya Chaurasia, a deputy secretary to former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh highlighted the lengthy investigative process as a basis for the bail decision, cautioning that the state could seek to revoke bail if the accused interfere with the investigation. Sahu, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in 2023, was previously the director of the state agriculture department, while Chaurasia was arrested in 2022. The ED's investigation revealed that a network of individuals, including senior politicians and bureaucrats, extorted approximately Rs 540 crore from coal transporters between July 2020 and June 2022, with funds allegedly used for bribery and election financing. The agency has arrested 11 individuals and attached properties worth Rs 270 crore. 
Published: Mar 03 2025, 1 pmeznews.inIn Rohtak, Haryana, a CCTV video has surfaced showing the accused, Sachin, dragging a suitcase containing the body of Congress worker Himani Narwal, who was found dead near a bus stand. The footage, recorded around 10.16 PM on February 28, captures the masked man hauling the hard-shell luggage. Narwal, in her late 20s, was allegedly murdered following a dispute over monetary issues, with Sachin reportedly strangling her with a mobile phone charger during an argument. After the crime, he took her belongings, including jewelry and a laptop, to hide them in his shop before returning to dispose of her body in the suitcase. Narwal’s family had initially refused to cremate her until the suspect was apprehended. Following her cremation, former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and local Congress MLA BB Batra called for severe punishment for those responsible for the crime.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA recent joint press conference between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sparked intense debate online, with criticism directed at both leaders. Zelensky, visibly tense, faced questions about his attire and the state of Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict, while Trump accused him of ingratitude despite being the only world leader actively seeking to end the war. The meeting followed ten days of negotiations, yet Zelensky's confrontational stance was deemed counterproductive. As sympathy for Ukraine wanes, Trump reiterated claims about NATO's broken promises to Russia, which some argue contributed to the current conflict. Meanwhile, a proposed bilateral agreement suggests Ukraine holds significant mineral resources, but skepticism remains about the validity of these claims. Ultimately, the pressing issue is whether Zelensky can make the difficult decision to end the war, as European support appears limited and contingent on Ukraine's EU membership aspirations.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 8 pmeznews.inUnion Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has condemned comments made by Congress leader Shama Mohamed and Trinamool Congress's Sougata Ray regarding Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, labeling their remarks as "body shaming" and "outright pathetic." In a post on X, Mandaviya emphasized that such criticism undermines the dedication and sacrifices athletes make for their country. Mohamed sparked controversy during the recent India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy match by stating that Sharma is "fat for a sportsman" and called him the "most unimpressive captain" India has had. Her comments faced backlash from various sectors, including the BJP and the Board of Control for Cricket in India, who deemed them unpatriotic and demoralizing. While Congress distanced itself from the statements, Mohamed defended her remarks as a commentary on fitness, asserting her right to express opinions in a democracy. Ray supported her claims, suggesting Sharma's performance has been lacking.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 8 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: The Delhi Assembly erupted in chaos today following an incident involving Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Jarnail Singh, who posted a photo on X during proceedings, prompting outrage from ruling BJP MLAs. The assembly speaker warned Singh that taking photos in the House constitutes a breach of privilege. In his now-deleted post, Singh criticized the absence of ministers during discussions, questioning who would represent the government. BJP MLA Ajay Mahawar called for Singh's phone to be confiscated and for the matter to be escalated for further action. Despite initially resisting, Singh eventually deleted the post after repeated warnings from the Speaker, who emphasized that only live-streamed content is permissible. The assembly session also saw heated exchanges over a Comptroller and Auditor General report on Delhi's health infrastructure, marking the first meeting since the suspension of several AAP MLAs, including former Chief Minister Atishi, for protests against the ruling party.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 8 pmeznews.inA tattoo of Lord Jagannath on the thigh of a foreign woman has sparked significant outrage in Odisha, prompting a complaint from local activist Subrat Kumar Mohani against the tattoo parlour, Rocky Tattooz, in Bhubaneswar. Following the complaint, police registered a case under Section 299 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Mohani expressed that the tattoo's placement was offensive and demanded a public apology at Puri. In response to the backlash, both the tattoo parlour owner, Rockey Ranjan Bisoi, and the Italian woman issued apologies via social media. Bisoi explained that the woman chose the tattoo placement due to her work with an NGO, which prohibits visible tattoos. He has advised her to consider removing the tattoo, although she cannot do so immediately. The woman, a devotee of Lord Jagannath, also expressed her remorse, stating she never intended disrespect. The police are currently investigating the incident.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 7 pmeznews.inJAIPUR: Abhey Singh, known as IIT Baba, is embroiled in legal trouble in Jaipur after allegedly being found with 1.50 grams of marijuana, which he claims was merely "prasad," a religious offering. The police approached Singh at his hotel following reports of a potential suicide threat he made on social media. Upon questioning, he produced the ganja and suggested that if it were illegal, all the seers at the Maha Kumbh festival, who openly consumed it, should also be arrested. Singh, who asserts he is an aerospace engineer from IIT-Bombay, dismissed the suicide allegations as a pretext for police action. He also criticized the First Information Report (FIR) as nonsensical, arguing that many seers partook in similar substances without consequence. Previously, Singh faced a ban from the Juna Akhara camp, with its spokesperson labeling him an "educated lunatic." The investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 6 pmeznews.inA groundbreaking study published in the preprint database _bioRxiv_ challenges the conventional understanding of European skin colour, revealing that the majority of Europeans had dark skin as recently as 3,000 years ago. Led by Guido Barbujani from the University of Ferrara, the research analyzed the genomes of 348 individuals dating from 1,700 to 45,000 years ago, finding that 63% had dark skin while only 8% exhibited pale skin. The study indicates that the prevalence of lighter skin tones increased only around 3,000 years ago, with half of the individuals studied still having dark or medium skin during the Copper and Iron Ages. The researchers, who extracted DNA from ancient bones and teeth, also noted a peak in light eye pigmentation during the Mesolithic period. While previous theories suggested that lighter skin evolved for vitamin D synthesis in low sunlight, experts advise caution in interpreting these findings, as they may not fully represent ancient populations.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 5 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: Mayawati, the chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has expelled her nephew and once-promising political heir, Akash Anand, citing his "selfish and arrogant" response to a showcause notice. She claimed his reply indicated he was under the influence of his father-in-law, Ashok Siddharth, who was expelled over the weekend for allegedly dividing the party. In a series of posts on X, Mayawati criticized Akash for failing to demonstrate remorse or maturity, stating that his response lacked political integrity. She emphasized that the decision to expel him was in line with the party's commitment to the principles of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar and the discipline of founder Kanshiram. Akash Anand had previously been removed from key party positions last year, only to be reinstated as National Coordinator a month later, reinforcing his status as her potential successor.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 5 pmeznews.inMaharashtra's political landscape is increasingly focused on a perceived rift between Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, despite both leaders' denials. The ruling Mahayuti coalition, which came to power through defections, is facing scrutiny as the opposition, led by the Maha Vikas Aghadi, seeks to exploit this division. Shinde's recent absence from key government events has fueled speculation about his discontent following his role reversal with Fadnavis after the BJP's electoral success. The opposition's recent criticism intensified after the harassment of Union Minister Raksha Khadse's daughter, raising concerns about public safety in a BJP-led state. Amidst these tensions, Shinde's faction has been accused of links to the attackers, while Fadnavis's recent decisions, including cancelling contracts approved by Shinde, suggest underlying discord. This ongoing strife may threaten the stability of the coalition, which relies on Shinde's Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP for a majority in the assembly.
Published: Mar 03 2025, 5 pmeznews.inThe Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led union cabinet has approved the establishment of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) to revise salaries for approximately 50 lakh central government employees and allowances for 65 lakh pensioners. While the appointment of the CPC's chairman and members is pending, attention is focused on the terms of reference (ToR), expected to be finalised by April 2025. The National Council - Joint Consultative Mechanism (NC-JCM) has proposed key areas for the CPC to address, including restructuring pay and allowances, revising the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) scheme, and integrating Dearness Allowance (DA) into Basic Pay. Additionally, there are calls to consider a minimum salary based on five family units instead of three, reflecting modern expenses and responsibilities. Current salary structures, based on the 7th Pay Commission, may see adjustments with a potential increase in the fitment factor from 2.57 to 2.86.
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