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BENGALURU: Priyank Kharge, Karnataka's minister and son of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, has refuted allegations from the BJP regarding the suicide of contractor Sachin Panchal. Panchal's eight-page note claims he faced threats from Raju Kapanur, alleged to be close to Kharge, and suggests a conspiracy to kill a BJP MLA. In an NDTV interview, Kharge pointed out discrepancies in the note, emphasizing that it lacks credible evidence linking him to the case. He welcomed a forensic report and called for a fair investigation, while dismissing BJP's demands for a CBI probe as politically motivated, asserting that previous CBI investigations under Congress have upheld state police findings. Kharge highlighted that the note does not mention him, unlike previous cases during BJP rule, and accused the BJP of using the situation to distract from its internal issues. 
Published: Dec 30 2024, 9 pmeznews.inIn a tragic case from New Delhi, Puneet Khurana, a 40-year-old cafe owner, recorded a video before his suicide, alleging mental torture and unreasonable demands from his wife, Manika Pahwa, and her family. Khurana claimed that ongoing divorce proceedings turned contentious, with his in-laws demanding an additional Rs 10 lakh, which he could not afford. His family accused Pahwa and her relatives of consistent harassment, including emotional manipulation and hacking into Khurana's social media accounts. Following a heated conversation on December 30, he was found dead by hanging the next day. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, having seized his mobile phone, which contains video statements and call recordings. This incident echoes a recent case in Bengaluru, where another man died by suicide, citing similar allegations against his wife and her family. The investigation into Khurana's death continues, with both families providing statements.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 6 pmeznews.inBlinkit, the quick commerce firm, has expanded its offerings by launching an ambulance service that promises to deliver a vehicle to a patient's doorstep within 10 minutes. CEO Albinder Dhindsa announced the initiative on X, revealing that five ambulances are currently operational in Gurugram. The service aims to address the urgent need for quick and reliable ambulance access in Indian cities, with plans to introduce Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances through the Blinkit app as it expands. Each ambulance is equipped with vital life-saving equipment and staffed by a paramedic, an assistant, and a trained driver. Dhindsa emphasized that the service will be offered at an affordable cost, stating that profit is not the primary goal. The company aims to extend this service to major cities across India within the next two years, while urging the public to always make way for ambulances.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inElection strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has commenced an indefinite fast in Patna, expressing solidarity with students demanding a re-test of the 70th Combined Competitive Examination following allegations of a paper leak. Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj party, declared, "I am with these students with all my might... Till this issue is resolved, I'll be sitting on a fast-unto-death." He criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his "arrogance" and failure to engage with the protesting students, who have been demonstrating for nearly two weeks. Kishor highlighted the government's neglect, claiming even senior officials struggle to secure meetings with Kumar. As tensions rise, student wings of Leftist parties plan to confront the Chief Minister, demanding a high-level inquiry and re-examination. Kishor's Jan Suraaj party, recently established in October, aims to contest all Bihar assembly seats, focusing on substantive electoral issues.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inEbola, a highly fatal viral disease, remains a significant health threat, primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or bodily fluids of infected individuals. Recent research from the University of Iowa, in collaboration with Texas Biomedical Research Institute and Boston University, has revealed that the Ebola virus (EBOV) can traverse the skin's inner and outer layers, emerging on the surface and potentially contributing to person-to-person transmission. Published in *Science Advances*, the study identifies previously unrecognized skin cell types targeted by EBOV, demonstrating that human skin specimens can support the virus's infection. Wendy Maury, a professor of microbiology and immunology, emphasized the importance of understanding how EBOV interacts with skin cells, stating that this knowledge is crucial for developing effective antiviral strategies. The findings highlight the need for further research into the skin's role in the transmission of Ebola, an area that has been largely overlooked in past studies.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIn a remarkable turn of events in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, 65-year-old Pandurang Ulpe was declared dead after suffering a heart attack on December 16. His family began transporting what they believed to be his lifeless body in an ambulance when, upon crossing a speed breaker, they noticed movement in his fingers. This unexpected sign of life prompted them to rush him back to the hospital, where he remained for two weeks and underwent an angioplasty. Ulpe, a devoted follower of Lord Vitthal, recounted feeling dizzy and breathless prior to his heart attack but had no recollection of the moments leading up to his hospital visit. On Monday, he walked home, defying the odds that had almost led him to the crematorium. The hospital that initially declared him dead has yet to comment on the incident.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 6 pmeznews.inA 30-year-old Indian man, Badal Babu, was arrested in Pakistan's Punjab province after illegally crossing the border to meet a Facebook friend, Sana Rani, whom he wished to marry. The Aligarh resident was apprehended in Mandi Bahauddin, approximately 240 kilometers from Lahore, after Rani, 21, informed local police that she was not interested in marriage. According to Punjab police officer Nasir Shah, Babu and Rani had been friends online for two-and-a-half years. Following his arrest, Babu was charged under sections 13 and 14 of Pakistan's Foreign Act for traveling without legal documents and was placed in judicial custody for 14 days, with a court hearing scheduled for January 10. This incident is part of a growing trend of individuals crossing borders for online relationships, with previous cases involving both Indian and Pakistani nationals.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 6 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: The announcement of a new university named after right-wing ideologue VD Savarkar has sparked significant backlash from the Opposition Congress and its student wing, the NSUI. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to lay the foundation stone for Savarkar University, the NSUI has urged Modi to instead name the institution after former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away last month. In a letter to the Prime Minister, the NSUI outlined three demands: establishing a world-class college under the University of Delhi in Singh's name, creating a Central University dedicated to him, and incorporating his life story into academic curricula. Congress has criticized the choice of Savarkar, arguing that there are many freedom fighters whose names could honor the country's history. PM Modi's office stated that the new Veer Savarkar College will feature advanced educational facilities in East Delhi and Dwarka.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA Russian national, Anatoly Mironov, was arrested by Gujarat police in connection with a 'digital arrest' scam that defrauded a businessman of Rs 17 lakh. Mironov, who previously worked for a criminal gang led by a Chinese national, acted as a "gatekeeper," monitoring bank account holders involved in the scheme and facilitating the transfer of illicit funds, including cryptocurrency. His arrest follows a complaint from a victim who claimed he was extorted by individuals impersonating Customs and police officials, alleging that a parcel with fake passports and drugs was linked to him. The investigation revealed that the victim transferred the money to an account belonging to Mahefulalam Shah, who had rented out his account to the gang. Mironov, already in custody for a similar crime in Pune, was brought to Ahmedabad to face charges related to this case.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 5 pmeznews.inThe Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the 2023-24 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), following the previous year's survey to ensure data reliability and capture consumption trends. The survey reveals an average monthly per capita expenditure (MPCE) of ₹4,122 in rural areas and ₹6,996 in urban areas, reflecting a nominal increase of about 9% and 8%, respectively, from 2022-23. Notably, the urban-rural MPCE gap has narrowed significantly, indicating improved consumption in rural regions, particularly among lower-income groups. The data highlights a shift in spending patterns, with non-food items now comprising 53% of rural and 60% of urban expenditures. However, states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha continue to report lower MPCEs than the national average, underscoring the need for targeted poverty alleviation efforts in these regions. The upcoming unit-level data will further refine poverty metrics and inform economic planning.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 4 pmeznews.inIn a shocking incident in Nashik district, Maharashtra, a man and his son allegedly murdered their neighbour, Gulab Ramchandra Waghmare, using an axe and a sickle. Following the crime, Suresh Boke, 40, and his son surrendered to the local police, bringing with them the victim's severed head and the weapons used in the attack. The incident, which occurred in Nanashi village, stemmed from a long-standing feud between the families, exacerbated by suspicions that Waghmare aided Boke’s daughter in eloping. In the aftermath, local residents retaliated by damaging the accused's property and setting their car ablaze, prompting heightened security measures from local police and the State Reserve Police Force. A case has been registered based on a complaint from Waghmare’s wife, and both Boke and his son were taken into custody for court proceedings. The situation in the village remains tense but under control.
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