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As India commemorates its 76th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased his cultural ties by wearing a vibrant multi-coloured turban, featuring shades of red and yellow, paired with a brown bandhgala coat and churidar pants. Before the celebrations at Kartavya Path, he paid tribute to fallen soldiers with a two-minute silence. Attendees included President Droupadi Murmu and Indonesia's President H.E. Prabowo Subianto. Modi, who has a history of sartorial choices that reflect India's diversity, expressed his wishes for the nation on social media, emphasizing the importance of democracy and unity. His past Republic Day outfits have included a variety of traditional turbans, each symbolizing different aspects of India's heritage. This year's attire continues the tradition, reinforcing themes of patriotism and national pride as India celebrates its rich cultural legacy. 
Published: Jan 26 2025, 2 pmeznews.inIn Hyderabad, the opulence of a newly constructed mansion for former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, dubbed Andhra's "Sheeshmahal," is drawing criticism and scrutiny, particularly in light of its staggering cost exceeding Rs 500 crore. Spanning 10 acres on Rushikonda hill, the mansion features extravagant interiors with gold embellishments and luxurious furnishings, raising questions about its intended use. Initially proposed as a camp office, the project has faced allegations of environmental violations, including the demolition of part of Rushikonda hill. The ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is now debating the building's future, with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu emphasizing the need for public discussion on its existence and potential revenue generation. This controversy parallels that of Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal, whose renovated official residence has also faced criticism for its inflated costs, highlighting ongoing concerns over political expenditure and accountability.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 1 ameznews.inNEW DELHI: Ahead of the release of his new film "The Diplomat," actor John Abraham met with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday to discuss topics including diplomacy, football, and the northeastern region of India. Directed by Shivam Nair, known for "Naam Shabana" and "Special Ops," the film, which hits theatres on Friday, features Abraham as a diplomat who embarks on a mission to rescue an Indian woman named Uzma, played by Sadia Khateeb, from Pakistan. Jaishankar shared details of their conversation on X, highlighting the engaging dialogue they had, while Abraham expressed his admiration for the minister, calling it an "honour" to meet him. The meeting included a light-hearted moment where they posed with a jersey bearing the number 9 and Jaishankar's name.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 1 ameznews.inIn a striking display of self-reflection, Chinta Ramana, headmaster of a Zilla Parishad High School in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, has garnered attention by subjecting himself to corporal punishment in front of his students. A 2.3-minute video circulating on social media shows Ramana performing sit-ups while holding his ears, expressing his frustration over the lack of academic progress among his pupils. During his speech, he acknowledged his perceived failures in teaching and called for collaboration between parents and educators to enhance student outcomes. As he lay prostrate on the floor and completed at least 50 sit-ups, students reacted with disbelief, pleading for him to stop. His actions received praise from state minister Nara Lokesh, who highlighted the importance of self-discipline and collective effort in improving educational standards in government schools. Ramana's unconventional approach aims to foster a supportive learning environment without resorting to traditional forms of punishment.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 1 ameznews.inIn a heated political clash, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized the DMK's decision to replace the official rupee symbol '₹' with the Tamil letter 'Ru' in the Tamil Nadu Budget 2025-26 documents. She described the move as indicative of a "dangerous mindset" that undermines national unity and promotes regional chauvinism, questioning why the DMK had not protested the rupee symbol's adoption back in 2010 when they were part of the ruling alliance. Sitharaman emphasized the rupee symbol's significance in global financial transactions and accused the DMK of disregarding the contributions of Tamil youth. In response, DMK leader Saravanan Annadurai defended the change as a prioritization of Tamil language and culture, amid ongoing tensions over the Centre's three-language policy and concerns about political dominance from the north. The controversy continues to escalate as the DMK and BJP trade barbs in an election year.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 11 pmeznews.inByrnihat, a small city on the Meghalaya-Assam border, has been identified as the most polluted city in the world, according to IQAir's 2024 World Air Quality Report. The report reveals that Byrnihat's annual average PM2.5 concentration stands at 128.2 micrograms per cubic metre, significantly exceeding the World Health Organization's limit of 5 micrograms. This industrial hub, which includes distilleries and iron and steel plants, is connected to Shillong and Guwahati. Following Byrnihat, Delhi, Karaganda, Lahore, and Faridabad rank among the most polluted cities. Although India saw a 7% decline in PM2.5 levels in 2024, it remains the fifth most polluted country, with numerous cities exceeding WHO limits. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma noted that pollution sources may primarily originate from Assam and emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to improve air quality. He has reached out to Assam's Chief Minister to address the issue.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 11 pmeznews.inHYDERABAD: In a bold protest against the Telangana government's alleged freezing of advertisements, the Urdu daily Munsif Daily has published a blank editorial, likening the situation to the Emergency era under Indira Gandhi in the 1970s. The newspaper contends that it is being punished for its critical reporting on the Congress government led by Revanth Reddy, which has highlighted issues such as communal unrest, police failures, and the demolition of a mosque. Munsif Daily's Executive Editor Ather Moin stated that the publication will not mislead readers about the state’s conditions, emphasizing the ongoing struggles faced by the poor. The Congress party defended its actions, asserting that it is within its rights to decide on advertisement spending. Munsif also pointed to Rahul Gandhi's remarks on press freedom, criticizing the government for stifling dissent, and drawing parallels to historical attempts to silence the media.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 10 pmeznews.inA woman was caught stealing jewellery from a store in Nalanda, Bihar, on Wednesday, approximately 80 km from Patna. Inside the bustling shop, she was seen trying on various gold pieces and surreptitiously swallowing them while filming the act. Despite a protective string of chillies and lemon hanging from the ceiling, the theft went unnoticed until the shopkeeper discovered missing items after reviewing security footage. The woman, who wore a bright red dupatta, initially denied any wrongdoing but was found to have concealed multiple gold ornaments in her mouth. The shopkeeper, alongside her accomplice, brought the pair to the police station; however, due to a lack of a formal complaint and sufficient evidence, the police ultimately released them. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in retail security and theft prevention.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 9 pmeznews.inA woman named Neha Rathore was found dead in Noida just a day after marrying her boyfriend, Devendra Singh, against her family's wishes. The 23-year-old was allegedly strangled by her father, Bhanu Rathore, and her brother, Himanshu, who cremated her body to conceal their crime. Neha's family opposed the relationship due to their differing community backgrounds, and her father had previously forbidden her from meeting Singh. After the couple married at an Arya Samaj temple in Ghaziabad on March 11, Bhanu lured Neha back home under the pretense of planning a proper wedding. The police cracked the case within three hours of receiving information about her suspicious death, leading to the arrest of both her father and brother on charges of murder and evidence destruction. Investigators are currently examining the crime scene and reviewing CCTV footage to gather further evidence.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 9 pmeznews.inA 25-year-old man was allegedly strangled to death in Rajasthan's Dausa district after he attempted to prevent three men from applying colour on him ahead of Holi, according to police reports. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening in Ralwas village when Hansraj, who was studying for competitive exams at a local library, refused their advances. In response, Ashok, Bablu, and Kaluram physically assaulted him, ultimately leading to his strangulation. Following the incident, Hansraj's family and local villagers protested by blocking a national highway, demanding Rs 50 lakh in compensation for the family, a government job for a family member, and the immediate arrest of the suspects. The protest continued until police provided assurances, after which Hansraj's body was removed from the highway.
Published: Mar 13 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIn a heated exchange, BJP Tamil Nadu President K Annamalai criticized the ruling DMK for replacing the rupee symbol in its budget promotional materials with the Tamil letter 'Ru'. He argued that the DMK, led by Chief Minister MK Stalin, is unaware that the rupee symbol was designed by Udaya Kumar, son of a former DMK MLA, and claimed this action disrespects Tamil culture. Annamalai emphasized that while 'Ru' is commonly used in Tamil, it should not replace the nationally accepted rupee symbol. He accused the DMK of escalating a "language war" against the central government, particularly regarding the contentious National Education Policy, which the DMK argues imposes Hindi on Tamil Nadu. In response, DMK leaders defended their decision as a promotion of Tamil, asserting that there is nothing illegal about it and dismissing the BJP's claims as unfounded.
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