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The new Netflix series 'IC-814 Kandahar Hijack,' based on the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines flight IC-814 by terrorists from Pakistan, has sparked controversy over its portrayal of the hijackers' names. Pooja Kataria, one of the 189 hostages, defended the series, stating that it reflects real events and factual names, urging viewers to see it as entertainment rather than a source of conflict. She recounted her experience, including interactions with the hijackers, who she claimed treated her well during the ordeal. Critics, however, have raised concerns about the use of code names 'Bhola' and 'Shankar,' arguing that it misrepresents the terrorists' identities and offends Hindu sentiments. In response to the backlash, the Indian government summoned a senior Netflix executive, emphasizing the need to respect public sentiments. The series, inspired by actual events and the book 'Flight Into Fear,' features prominent actors Naseeruddin Shah and Pankaj Kapur. 
Published: Sep 04 2024, 5 pmeznews.inA man in Tamil Nadu, Dinesh, faces the loss of his iPhone after it accidentally fell into a temple's hundial, or offerings box. The Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department has declined his request for its return, citing the Installation, Safeguarding and Accounting of Hundial Rules, 1975, which state that all offerings become temple property. Temple authorities confirmed that while the phone is considered a donation, Dinesh may only retrieve his data. Minister PK Sekar Babu emphasized that any item deposited in the hundial, regardless of intent, is deemed an offering to the deity. Although he expressed willingness to discuss potential compensation for Dinesh, the temple's policy remains firm. This incident echoes a previous case in May 2023, where a devotee's gold chain was returned after the temple board purchased a replacement due to her financial hardships.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 6 pmeznews.inA 26-year-old man named Akash from Chennai tragically took his own life after losing his mother’s cancer treatment fund of Rs 30,000 to online rummy games. Akash, a catering delivery worker, had become addicted to online gaming during the COVID-19 pandemic, living with his cancer-stricken mother and brother after their father's death. When his mother discovered the missing funds, Akash confessed to using the money for gambling. Following a confrontation with his family, he went missing, and his body was later found on their terrace. This incident highlights a growing concern in Tamil Nadu, where 48 people have reportedly committed suicide linked to online betting addiction in the past four years. The Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (TNOGA) is taking steps to combat online gambling, including prohibiting related advertisements and imposing penalties on violators.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 5 pmeznews.inIn a shocking incident in Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh district, a 32-year-old ASHA worker has accused her husband, in-laws, and a neighbour of severe abuse, including physical assault and sexual torture. The alleged crime occurred on December 13 in a village under Karanwas police station, where the woman reported being beaten and tortured by her in-laws. According to her complaint, a 25-year-old neighbour entered her home and began molesting her, leading to an altercation with her sister-in-law, who verbally abused her. The woman claims her father-in-law then inserted chilli powder into her private parts, while her mother-in-law burned her with a hot spatula. A case has been filed against all accused for assault, torture, and rape, but they are currently at large. Police have stated that efforts are underway to apprehend them.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 5 pmeznews.inA 16-year-old Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) aspirant was found dead in his hostel room in Kota, Rajasthan, on Friday. The boy, originally from Vaishali district in Bihar, had been studying at Welcome Prime Hostel for eight months. Concerned family members alerted hostel staff after failing to reach him, leading to the discovery of his body. No suicide note was found, and police indicated that the student had been struggling academically, with low attendance and a sense of pressure from his studies. Notably, the room's fan was equipped with an anti-hanging device designed to prevent such incidents. The boy had a close relationship with his father and grandfather, frequently communicating with them. Investigations are ongoing, including discussions with the family, as authorities seek to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. The post-mortem process is also underway.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 4 pmeznews.inA 35-year-old man, Narendra Kumar Haldar, tragically died after being dragged for 30 kilometers beneath the car of a revenue official in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Thursday evening while Haldar was returning home on his bike along the Nanpara-Bahraich road. His distraught wife, who has three children, expressed her grief to reporters. The police confirmed that Haldar's body became entangled with the vehicle, which was driven by Meraj Ahmed, who has since been arrested. Naib Tehsildar Shailesh Kumar Awasthi, believed to be in the car at the time of the accident, has been recommended for suspension by District Magistrate Monika Rani. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident, with police examining CCTV footage along the route to reconstruct the events leading up to the tragedy.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 4 pmeznews.inIn a move coinciding with the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced the 'Dr Ambedkar Samman Scholarship' scheme for Dalit students. This initiative, described as a response to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's controversial remarks about Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha, aims to provide free education at foreign universities for Dalit students from Delhi. Kejriwal emphasized that government employees from the Dalit community would also benefit, with the Delhi government covering all associated costs, including travel and accommodation. The announcement follows a significant backlash against Shah's comments, where he suggested that referencing Ambedkar had become a "fashion." This sparked outrage among opposition parties, leading to demands for Shah's resignation and privilege motions against him in Parliament. Kejriwal criticized the BJP for disrespecting Ambedkar, asserting his commitment to honoring the legacy of the revered leader.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 3 pmeznews.inA young couple in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district was threatened and extorted by a group while in a secluded area, with the incident captured in a viral video. The footage shows the assailants demanding money and molesting the woman, prompting the Rewa police to launch an investigation. The incident is believed to have taken place near Purva Falls or Kyoti Falls. Superintendent of Police (SP) Rewa urged the victims to come forward, assuring them of confidentiality and promising strict action against the perpetrators. Police teams from multiple stations, including Semaria and Sirmour, are involved in gathering information to locate both the victims and the assailants. This incident follows a troubling case from October, where a couple faced a violent attack near a temple, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety in the region.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 3 pmeznews.inA man narrowly escaped serious injury at Samastipur railway station in Bihar while attempting to board the Bihar Sampark Kranti Express. The incident, captured on video, shows the passenger slipping and falling onto the tracks, becoming wedged between the moving train and the platform wall. Bystanders urged onlookers to stay clear of the tracks as the train departed, but fortunately, the man was quickly noticed and lifted to safety. After the train traveled a short distance, it halted, allowing him to board and continue his journey. This incident follows a recent disruption at the same station, where train operations were halted for nearly an hour due to a bizarre altercation between two monkeys, which caused a short circuit after one monkey threw an object that contacted an overhead wire.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 3 pmeznews.inAn arrest warrant has been issued for former cricketer Robin Uthappa over alleged fraud related to provident fund contributions at his clothing company, Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt Ltd, based in Bengaluru. Uthappa has until December 27 to pay nearly Rs 24 lakh in dues or face arrest. The Regional PF Commissioner, Sadakshari Gopal Reddy, stated that the company failed to remit approximately Rs 23,36,602, which Uthappa is responsible for recovering. He is accused of deducting provident fund contributions from employee salaries but not depositing them into the respective accounts, hindering the settlement of Provident Fund Accounts for workers. Uthappa, who has played 59 international matches for India and is well-known in the Indian Premier League, has a total of 1,183 runs and seven half-centuries in his cricketing career.
Published: Dec 21 2024, 1 pmeznews.inArvind Kejriwal, the former Chief Minister of Delhi, faces increased scrutiny as Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to prosecute him for alleged money laundering linked to the liquor policy scam. This development arrives just before the Delhi elections, marking a critical moment for Kejriwal following the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) poor performance in the Lok Sabha elections. The AAP has dismissed the allegations as "false and misleading," demanding the ED disclose the sanction document. The ED's investigation claims Kejriwal and former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia altered the Excise Policy 2021-22 to facilitate a bribe of Rs 100 crore, part of which was allegedly used for election campaigning. Both Kejriwal and Sisodia, who were previously jailed, have appealed against the charges, with Kejriwal seeking to annul the ED's chargesheet in the Delhi High Court.
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