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A Bengaluru special court has postponed its ruling on the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) petition contesting the Lokayukta's "B report" in the MUDA land case involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The court, presided over by Judge Santosh Gajanan Bhat, has instructed the Lokayukta Police to continue their investigation and submit a final report before any decision is made. The "B report" had cleared Siddaramaiah, his wife Parvati, her brother Mallikarjuna Swamy, and the land seller of wrongdoing due to insufficient evidence, a conclusion the ED disputes, seeking further inquiry. The Lokayukta is investigating over 130 individuals linked to the alleged scam, which includes claims of illegal allotments of premium sites in Mysuru, reportedly costing the state Rs 45 crore. The court has scheduled the next hearing for May 7, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive investigation beyond the initially targeted individuals. 
Published: Apr 15 2025, 5 pmeznews.inMUMBAI: Tensions flared in Ghatkopar as Mumbai Police intervened between the Gujarati community and Marathi-speaking residents over non-vegetarian food consumption. The unrest was sparked by allegations that Marathi families were mistreated by residents of an apartment complex for eating meat and fish, with a widely circulated video showing Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) members confronting Gujarati residents. MNS leader Raj Parte accused some residents of derogatory remarks and enforcing unwritten restrictions on food choices, insisting that no one should dictate dietary habits in a diverse city like Mumbai. Although one resident denied any such restrictions, the police were called to prevent further escalation, advising residents to coexist peacefully. No formal complaints were lodged. A police officer noted that internal divisions had emerged in the complex following a recent election loss, and discussions would be held to resolve the matter. Both the MNS and Shiv Sena have previously raised concerns about discrimination based on food preferences.
Published: Apr 18 2025, 12 ameznews.inUS-based terrorist Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passia, has been apprehended by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after being linked to 14 terror attacks in Punjab over the past six months. Singh, who was on India's most-wanted list with a reward of Rs 5 lakh for information leading to his capture, collaborated with the Pakistan intelligence agency ISI and Babbar Khalsa International. His attacks predominantly targeted police establishments in Amritsar, including a series of blasts and grenade attacks that began in November 2024. Notable incidents included an IED planted outside Ajnala police station, grenade attacks at various police posts, and a claimed responsibility for an explosion outside the Gumtala police post. Security agencies intensified their search for him following these attacks, which have raised significant concerns regarding public safety and security in the region.
Published: Apr 18 2025, 12 ameznews.inIn Madhya Pradesh's Burhanpur, a 25-year-old man, Golden Pandey, was allegedly murdered by his 17-year-old wife and her lover's friends, who stabbed him 36 times with a broken beer bottle. The incident occurred near ITI College while the couple, married just four months, was returning home after shopping. The wife feigned dropping her slippers to stop the motorcycle, allowing her husband's assailants, including her lover and two friends, to launch the attack. Following the murder, the suspects reportedly disposed of Pandey's body in a nearby field and fled the scene. The body was discovered on April 13, leading police to investigate the missing wife. Subsequently, all four suspects were apprehended and have confessed to the crime. They face charges of murder, conspiracy, and evidence tampering, with the investigation ongoing, according to Burhanpur Superintendent of Police Devendra Patidar.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 10 pmeznews.inIn an exclusive interview with NDTV, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi defended the judiciary's role in assessing the constitutionality of laws, responding to concerns over judicial overreach following the Supreme Court's decision to hear challenges against the amended Waqf law. Owaisi emphasized that the court must evaluate whether the law infringes on fundamental rights and the Constitution's basic structure. He criticized the government for its reaction to the legal challenges, likening it to a child throwing a tantrum. The Supreme Court has temporarily suspended two key provisions of the law while the Centre prepares its response to the petitions, which argue that the law undermines constitutional rights, including equality and freedom of religion. Owaisi highlighted that the amended law could lead to significant losses in Waqf properties for the Muslim community, vowing to continue the legal battle to declare the law unconstitutional and protect their rights.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA Bengaluru man, S. Satish, has come under scrutiny from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) after claiming to have spent approximately Rs 50 crore (about $5.7 million) on a rare "wolfdog" named Cadabomb Okami. The ED raided Satish's residence and interrogated him regarding the purchase, which he made in February, but found no substantial bank transactions linked to the claim, raising suspicions of potential corruption or violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). Sources suggest the dog, purportedly a unique cross between a wolf and a Caucasian Shepherd, may actually be of Indian breed. Satish, president of the Indian Dog Breeders Association, stated he profits from showcasing his dogs, earning between $2,800 and $11,700 per appearance. He also owns a rare Chow Chow purchased for $3.25 million and claims to provide excellent care for his dogs on a spacious seven-acre farm.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 8 pmeznews.inMUMBAI: In a bid to bolster its standing following a disappointing assembly election, Uddhav Thackeray's faction of Shiv Sena (UBT) played an AI-generated audio clip of party founder Bal Thackeray at a gathering in Nashik. The 13-minute speech, which commenced with Bal Thackeray's signature greeting, criticized the BJP and Eknath Shinde's faction of the Shiv Sena. However, critics noted that the content closely mirrored Uddhav Thackeray's own rhetoric. BJP state chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule dismissed the move as a "childish stunt," suggesting it reflected the party's desperation. Eknath Shinde, who split from the Shiv Sena in 2022, condemned the act as disrespectful to the late patriarch, stating that Uddhav Thackeray has betrayed his father's legacy. Shinde asserted that the UBT faction is losing public support and urged them to refrain from actions that might further tarnish Bal Thackeray's memory.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 8 pmeznews.inViolence erupted in West Bengal last week over amendments to the Waqf law, with the state government reporting that police faced a crowd of approximately 10,000 people in Jangipur, Murshidabad district. A 34-page report revealed that an unruly mob, estimated at 4,000 to 5,000, attacked police officers, even seizing a service revolver from a senior officer. The situation escalated as the crowd assembled at the PWD ground, with a faction blocking the National Highway and hurling bricks and stones at law enforcement. The report details a chaotic confrontation where the mob used wooden staves, sickles, and iron rods against the police. Tear gas was deployed to disperse the crowd, and reinforcements were called in as three fatalities were reported amid the violence.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 6 pmeznews.inThe "Hindi imposition" controversy has escalated in Maharashtra, where the state government has proposed making Hindi a compulsory third language in Marathi and English-medium primary schools. This move has drawn fierce criticism from the Opposition, particularly the Congress party and Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which advocates for a "Marathi first" policy. Thackeray condemned the government's decision and the Centre's three-language policy, arguing that it threatens Maharashtra's identity and could incite conflict between Marathi and non-Marathi speakers. Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar echoed these sentiments, calling the imposition of Hindi an injustice to Marathi speakers. In contrast, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended the initiative, asserting the importance of Hindi as a national language alongside Marathi. The resistance to Hindi in education is particularly strong in southern states, with Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK claiming that the National Education Policy threatens regional languages and cultural diversity.
Published: Apr 17 2025, 6 pmeznews.inThe 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.inElectric cab service BluSmart, once seen as a rival to Uber and Ola, has suspended operations in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai amid allegations from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regarding fund misuse. Co-founders Anmol and Puneet Singh Jaggi are accused of diverting money intended for electric vehicles to purchase a luxury apartment. Regular customers, particularly those with funds in their Blu Cab Wallet, are now facing difficulties in obtaining refunds, as the app lacks a clear process for reimbursement and support access is limited. The company has not issued a detailed statement, but in a recent email, it announced the temporary closure of bookings and promised to initiate refunds within 90 days if services do not resume. Customers are advised to follow specific steps within the app to contact support and claim their refunds.
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