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Mumbai Congress veteran Ravi Raja, a five-time city corporator, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) just weeks ahead of the November 20 Assembly polls in Maharashtra, marking the end of his 44-year association with the Congress party. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar welcomed Raja, noting his extensive knowledge of Mumbai issues and his potential to bolster the party's prospects. Fadnavis hinted that more prominent Congress leaders may follow Raja into the BJP, expressing confidence in a Mahayuti government comeback. Addressing concerns regarding seat-sharing among coalition partners, Fadnavis assured that all issues have been resolved, with names to be announced soon. Additionally, efforts are underway to address the situation of senior leader Gopal Shetty, who has filed as an Independent after the BJP selected another candidate for the Borivali constituency. Election results will be declared on November 23. 
Published: Oct 31 2024, 2 pmeznews.inThe Supreme Court of India expressed strong disapproval of a petition challenging the conferment of senior designations to lawyers, labeling the allegations made as "scurrilous and unfounded." Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan questioned the petitioner, advocate Mathews J Nedumpara, regarding insinuations against judges, highlighting the lack of evidence for claims that judges’ relatives are predominantly not ordinary lawyers. The bench emphasized the need for legal arguments rather than rhetorical statements, granting Nedumpara four weeks to amend the petition, which contests the classification of lawyers into senior advocates and others under the Advocates Act, arguing it undermines equality principles enshrined in the Constitution. The petition specifically seeks to quash a recent decision by the Delhi High Court that conferred senior designations to approximately 70 lawyers.
Published: Jan 03 2025, 6 ameznews.inA Chattogram court has denied bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a former ISKCON leader, prompting former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, to label the decision a "travesty of justice." Sikri criticized the lack of evidence for the sedition charges, which stem from an alleged rally where Das reportedly raised a saffron flag above the national flag. She noted that during earlier hearings, Das lacked proper legal representation, questioning the fairness of the judicial process for minorities in Bangladesh. Foreign Affairs expert Robinder Sachdeva echoed these concerns, suggesting that the judiciary may be influenced by governmental biases against Hindu minorities. The situation escalated following protests against Das's arrest, which resulted in violent clashes and a lawyer's death. The Ministry of External Affairs has expressed alarm over the rising violence and discrimination against minorities in Bangladesh.
Published: Jan 03 2025, 5 ameznews.inThree teenagers tragically lost their lives after being struck by a train while playing the mobile game PUBG in Bihar's West Champaran district on Thursday. The incident occurred near the Royal School at Mansa Tola, where the youths, identified as Furkan Alam, Sameer Alam, and Habibullah Ansari, were reportedly wearing earphones and failed to notice the approaching train. Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident, with Sadar Sub-Divisional Police Officer Vivek Deep noting that the victims were sitting on the railway track while engrossed in their game. The shocking incident has prompted concerns about the dangers of mobile gaming in unsafe environments, leading officials to urge parents to monitor their children’s gaming habits and emphasize the importance of staying vigilant in public spaces to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The local community is mourning the loss, and families have begun burial rites for the victims.
Published: Jan 03 2025, 3 ameznews.inChief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna marked the reopening of the Supreme Court on Thursday after its winter recess, which ran from December 21, 2024, to January 1, 2025, by extending New Year wishes to lawyers and litigants. He acknowledged issues with the email system for case mentions, advising that physical letters could be submitted instead, which would be reviewed in the afternoon for necessary orders. Since assuming office, Chief Justice Khanna has discontinued the practice of oral submissions for urgent case listings, requiring lawyers to submit requests via email or written letters instead. Traditionally, lawyers would present their cases for urgent hearings at the beginning of proceedings led by the Chief Justice.
Published: Jan 03 2025, 3 ameznews.inA woman in Belagavi district, Karnataka, has been arrested for allegedly killing her husband, Srimantha Itnale, to protect their daughter from his attempted sexual assault. The incident occurred in the village of Umarani, where Srimantha, known for his abusive behavior and alcohol dependency, reportedly tried to rape their daughter. In a desperate act, his wife, Savithri, intervened and fatally attacked him with a heavy object. To conceal the crime, she dismembered his body and disposed of it in nearby farmland, attempting to mislead authorities by blaming an external group. Villagers discovered the remains, prompting police involvement. During questioning, Savithri confessed, citing her daughter's safety as her motive. The case underscores critical domestic issues and the urgent need for support systems to protect vulnerable women and children. The Chikkodi police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Published: Jan 03 2025, 1 ameznews.inA New Year's Eve dispute over loud music in west Delhi's Rohini area has resulted in the death of a 40-year-old man, identified as Dharmender. Following a confrontation with his neighbours regarding the volume of the music, Dharmender was assaulted, leading to his hospitalization shortly after police were called at 1 am. He was pronounced dead by doctors. The accused, identified as 21-year-old Piyush Tiwari, also known as Kittu, and his 26-year-old brother Kapil, allegedly beat Dharmender to death after he raised concerns about the noise. Both brothers have been arrested, and a case has been registered as the investigation continues. Dharmender is survived by his wife and three children, highlighting the tragic impact of the altercation.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inA senior Punjab police officer, Gursher Singh Sandhu, has been dismissed for facilitating an interview with gangster Lawrence Bishnoi while he was in custody of the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) in Kharar. This decision followed an investigation by a Special Investigation Team, which concluded that Sandhu's actions severely undermined the department's integrity due to his misconduct and negligence. The state government supported the dismissal, citing Article 311 of the Constitution and highlighting Sandhu's uncooperative behavior during the inquiry process. Notably, he refused to accept the chargesheet against him, which had to be delivered to his doorstep. Bishnoi, who has been in custody since 2014 and has been transferred between various jails, is currently held at Sabarmati Central Jail. The incident has raised concerns about police conduct and accountability in Punjab.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inIn a distressing incident in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, two young brothers, aged three and five, approached a police station on Tuesday, pleading for help against their father, Ejaz, who they claimed frequently assaulted their mother, Nisha. Pilokhari outpost in-charge Rahul Yadav recounted how the officers calmed the children with treats before they revealed details about their home life, stating that their parents often fought, particularly when Nisha raised her voice. After witnessing another incident of violence, the boys felt compelled to seek police intervention. Following their report, officers visited the family, confirming the allegations through discussions with the parents and neighbours, who corroborated the frequent domestic disputes. The police counselled the couple and warned Ejaz of potential legal repercussions should further complaints arise, highlighting the children's urgent plea for safety and intervention.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against Deputy Superintendent of Police BM Meena, who is stationed in the Bank Security and Frauds branch in Mumbai, for allegedly exploiting individuals under investigation. Officials claim Meena used middlemen to facilitate bribe transactions through a network of accounts and hawala channels. The CBI, known for its strict anti-corruption stance, has taken swift action against its own officers, recently dismissing three without inquiry and mandating compulsory retirement for five others. In Meena's case, searches across multiple cities uncovered Rs 55 lakh in alleged bribes, alongside property documents indicating investments of Rs 1.78 crores and transaction records worth Rs 1.63 crores. This follows the forfeiture of a medal for investigative excellence awarded to CBI Inspector Rahul Raj, who was dismissed after being caught accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe.
Published: Jan 02 2025, 10 pmeznews.inIn response to plummeting temperatures and foggy conditions in Noida, the Gautam Buddha Nagar administration has ordered all schools up to Class 8 to remain closed until further notice. District Basic Education Officer Rahul Panwar conveyed this directive, emphasizing that the cold weather poses risks for students commuting to school. The order, issued on the instructions of District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma, warns that violations could lead to strict penalties. North India is currently experiencing a winter chill, with temperatures in parts of Uttar Pradesh dropping over 5 degrees Celsius this week. The India Meteorological Department has forecasted more cold wave days than usual for January. Meanwhile, the Delhi government has declared winter holidays for schools from January 1 to 15, and schools in Haryana will also observe a break during this period, reflecting similar weather challenges.
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