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An elderly pilgrim tragically lost her life in a bus fire in Vrindravan while returning from the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The victim, identified as 60-year-old Sheelam Drupath from Palsi village in Nirmal district, was among 50 passengers when the bus caught fire after a temple visit. Despite the prompt arrival of fire engines, the flames engulfed the vehicle quickly, leaving Drupath unable to escape. Emergency services managed to extinguish the fire, but sadly, it was too late for her. The incident highlights the dangers faced by pilgrims during the religious gathering, which attracts large crowds annually. Authorities are likely to investigate the cause of the fire to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Jan 15 2025, 10 ameznews.inJayaram Reddy, a senior Maoist leader known as Chalapati, was killed in a joint operation by central and state police forces along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border, ending a decades-long evasion of security forces. Chalapati, who had a bounty of Rs 1 crore on his head, was the mastermind behind a deadly 2008 attack in Nayagarh, Odisha, that resulted in the deaths of 13 security personnel. His identification was aided by a selfie with his wife, Aruna, found on an abandoned smartphone after a 2016 encounter. Recently active in the Bastar region, he had relocated closer to the Odisha border to evade capture. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the operation as a significant blow to Naxalism, emphasizing the government's commitment to eradicating Maoist insurgency by March 2026. This year alone, at least 40 Maoists have been killed in various encounters in Chhattisgarh.
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Jan 22 2025, 1 pmeznews.inIndia's space agency, ISRO, has provided satellite imagery of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, the world's largest religious gathering, expected to attract around 400 million visitors over 45 days. The National Remote Sensing Center utilized advanced optical satellites and radars capable of imaging through cloud cover to capture the extensive infrastructure, including a temporary tent city, pontoon bridges, and amenities such as 150,000 tents and 3,000 kitchens. These images are being used by local authorities to enhance safety and manage crowd control. The event, held from January 13 to February 26, 2025, involves sacred bathing rituals at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, believed to cleanse the soul. Union Minister Jitendra Singh highlighted the integration of technology and tradition in managing this massive gathering, which has led to the creation of a new district, Mahakumbh Nagar.
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Jan 22 2025, 1 pmeznews.inThe Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) informed the Calcutta High Court that the Bengal government's appeal against Sanjay Roy's life imprisonment sentence for the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital is not maintainable. The CBI asserted that only the union government or itself could challenge the sentence's adequacy, citing Supreme Court precedents. This stance follows widespread criticism of the CBI's investigation, which was deemed insufficient to warrant the death penalty. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed strong disappointment with the life sentence, arguing that the case is "rarest of rare" and demanding the death penalty. The court will hear the matter again on January 27. Banerjee's government has faced backlash over the investigation's handling, with claims that others involved remain at large. Roy was convicted on Saturday, with the trial court emphasizing reformative justice over capital punishment despite the heinous nature of the crime.
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Jan 22 2025, 1 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has criticized the Indian government, claiming that the middle class is subjected to "tax terrorism" and has become the government's "ATM." With elections approaching on February 5, Kejriwal highlighted the struggles of the middle class, asserting that they pay over 50% of their income in taxes without receiving adequate support in return. He outlined seven key demands for the upcoming Budget, including increased funding for education and healthcare, tax relief on health insurance, and elimination of GST on essentials. Kejriwal emphasized that the middle class seeks basic needs like jobs, housing, and quality education, while accusing successive governments of neglecting their interests. In response, BJP spokesperson RP Singh dismissed Kejriwal's claims, questioning his past promises and the quality of services provided under his leadership.
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Jan 22 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIn a shocking incident, Bangladesh national Shariful Islam Shehzad allegedly broke into actor Saif Ali Khan's home in Mumbai, where he stabbed the actor multiple times during a confrontation. Following the attack, Shehzad planned to escape to Bangladesh via Howrah but was apprehended in Thane before securing a train ticket. Authorities are investigating travel agents he contacted. The attack occurred when Shehzad entered Khan's residence through a bathroom window, catching the household staff off guard. Nanny Eliyama Philip reported that Shehzad demanded one crore rupees and attacked her before Khan intervened. Police formed 30 teams to track down the suspect, using CCTV footage to locate him. Shehzad, who illegally entered India months ago, was found hiding in Thane. Khan, who suffered six stab wounds and underwent surgery, has returned home and is advised to rest while police prepare to take his statement.
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Jan 22 2025, 11 ameznews.inRANCHI: The Jharkhand government has reinstated IAS officer Pooja Singhal after revoking her suspension, which lasted over two years due to a money laundering case. Singhal was suspended on May 12, 2022, following her arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with alleged corruption related to the implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). A notification from the Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Raj Bhasa confirmed her reinstatement effective December 7, 2024, after she secured bail from a special court. Following her return, Singhal is expected to contribute to the same department from which she was suspended. The ED had previously accused her of financial misconduct while she served as secretary in the state Mines Department.
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Jan 22 2025, 9 ameznews.inAs the Delhi Assembly elections approach, BJP candidate Parvesh Verma has accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal of misusing Punjab's official resources in the capital, including the alleged installation of "Chinese CCTV cameras" in slum areas. Verma claimed that Punjab-registered vehicles are transporting government materials to Delhi and urged the Election Commission to intervene. In response, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann condemned Verma's remarks as insulting to Punjabis and demanded an apology from Union Home Minister Amit Shah, emphasizing that vehicles from various states can legally operate in Delhi. Mann criticized Verma's comments as dangerous and suggested they imply Punjabis pose a security threat. Kejriwal also called for an apology from the BJP, highlighting the sacrifices of Punjabi refugees in Delhi. The elections for the 70-member Assembly are set for February 5, with results due on February 8.
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Jan 22 2025, 9 ameznews.inA Bangladeshi national, identified as Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, was arrested for attacking Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan in his Mumbai residence on January 16. The 30-year-old intruder scaled the compound wall of Khan's building in Bandra, finding the security guards asleep, and entered through an unmonitored entrance. Inside the actor's apartment, he stabbed Khan multiple times, leading to the actor undergoing emergency surgery at Lilavati Hospital. The police arrested Fakir three days later in Thane and have since recreated the crime scene, revealing a lack of CCTV coverage in critical areas. Fakir, who had lived in Mumbai for over five months and worked odd jobs, is currently in police custody, with a court granting a five-day remand for further investigation. Police Inspector Ajay Lingnurkar is overseeing the case, with strict access to the accused limited to the investigation officer.
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Jan 22 2025, 1 ameznews.inThe Madhya Pradesh High Court has lifted a 2015 stay on the Pataudi family's historical properties, valued at Rs 15,000 crore and associated with Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, potentially enabling their acquisition under the Enemy Property Act of 1968. Key properties under consideration include the Flag Staff House, Noor-Us-Sabah Palace, and others. Justice Vivek Agarwal stated that a statutory remedy exists under the amended Enemy Property Act of 2017, allowing involved parties to file representations within 30 days. The government claims these properties as "enemy property" due to the migration of Hamidullah Khan's eldest daughter, Abida Sultan, to Pakistan in 1950. While the court recognized Sajida Sultan as the legal heir in 2019, the recent ruling has reignited the family's property dispute, leaving 150,000 residents anxious about potential evictions as ownership records are examined. Residents express concerns over their homes and the complexities of the legal situation.
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Jan 21 2025, 11 pmeznews.inA Bangladeshi national, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing Indian actor Saif Ali Khan during a burglary attempt at Khan's residence in Mumbai. Shehzad, who entered India illegally through Meghalaya seven months ago, initially resided in West Bengal before moving to Mumbai in search of work. He adopted the alias Bijoy Das and used a local resident's Aadhaar card to obtain a mobile SIM. The attack occurred on January 16, where Khan was stabbed six times, suffering severe injuries that required emergency surgery. Shehzad reportedly claimed he stabbed Khan to escape after being restrained. Following a 70-hour manhunt, he was apprehended in Thane, approximately 35 kilometers from Khan's home. He has been remanded in police custody for further investigation. Khan's wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, witnessed the attack and prioritized getting her husband to the hospital.
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