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Union Minister Piyush Goyal has predicted that Congress will be the "worst-performing" opposition party in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections, citing internal rifts and dissatisfaction within its leadership. Goyal noted that the Congress, once hopeful of being a dominant partner in the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance, is now struggling, particularly following its recent collapse in Haryana, where it lost a significant lead to the BJP due to failure in accommodating allies. Tensions within the MVA alliance have been highlighted by difficulties in seat-sharing negotiations, with nominations finalized just before the deadline. Goyal also dismissed concerns over election officials searching high-profile campaigners' bags as trivial, arguing that it reflects the MVA's impending loss. The elections are set for November 20, with results for all 288 seats to be announced three days later. 
Published: Nov 15 2024, 6 pmeznews.inA tragic car crash in Dehradun claimed the lives of six friends, all under 25, during a high-speed race on the night of Monday into Tuesday. The Toyota Innova, allegedly racing against a BMW at speeds exceeding 100 km/h, collided with a truck at the ONGC intersection after failing to slow down. The impact was catastrophic, resulting in the roof of the SUV being torn off and two victims' heads being severed, while others were found crushed inside the vehicle with body parts scattered on the road. The deceased have been identified as Kunal Kukreja, Atul Agrawal, Rishabh Jain, Navya Goel, Kamakshi, and Guneet, with the sole survivor, Siddhesh Agrawal, hospitalized in critical condition. Reports suggest the group was celebrating Siddhesh's new car, and police are investigating whether alcohol was involved in the incident. The victims were students at a local private college.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 8 pmeznews.inTwo teenage boys, Hamaad and Aseem Sofi, both 17, tragically lost their lives in a car accident on the Srinagar-Baramulla highway in Tengpora, Kashmir, when their SUV collided with a stationary truck and hit a road divider. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, has reignited calls for stricter measures against underage driving, with political leaders like Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressing grief and emphasizing the need for improved road safety awareness. The Senior Superintendent of Police (Traffic), Muzaffar Shah, highlighted parental responsibility in preventing minors from accessing vehicles and noted that speeding contributed to the accident. Various political figures and community leaders have urged for a complete ban on underage driving and heightened awareness campaigns, reflecting a growing concern over the rising number of road accidents involving young drivers in the region.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 7 pmeznews.inAftab Poonawala, accused of murdering his live-in partner Shraddha Walkar in 2022, has reportedly been targeted by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, according to Mumbai Police sources. This revelation emerged during the investigation into the recent murder of politician Baba Siddique. Alleged shooter Shivkumar Gautam disclosed that gang member Shubham Lonkar had considered attacking Poonawala, but plans were abandoned due to his increased security at Tihar jail. Poonawala is accused of strangling Walkar, 27, on May 18, 2022, and subsequently dismembering her body using a saw, storing the remains in a refrigerator, and disposing of them in forested areas. He was arrested on November 12, 2022, and remains incarcerated. The Bishnoi gang, which has claimed responsibility for Siddique's murder on October 12, is linked to three arrested shooters, while Bishnoi himself is imprisoned in Gujarat for drug smuggling.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 7 pmeznews.inThe Patna High Court has criticized Bihar government officials for their enthusiasm towards the state's total liquor ban, suggesting it has become a lucrative opportunity for them. Justice Purnendu Singh highlighted that the law, enacted in April 2016, has not effectively curbed liquor transport or hooch-related fatalities, while the poor disproportionately suffer from its consequences. The court noted that police and excise officials often collude with liquor smugglers, leading to a rise in unauthorized liquor trade. This criticism came during a ruling that quashed a demotion order against a police inspector, Mukesh Kumar Paswan, who faced disciplinary action after foreign liquor was found in his possession. The court emphasized that while a few high-profile smugglers are occasionally prosecuted, the majority of legal actions target impoverished individuals, undermining the law's original intent to improve public health and living standards.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 7 pmeznews.inBCCI Secretary Jay Shah has condemned the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) plan to host a Champions Trophy tour in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), citing concerns over "territorial integrity and political interference in sports." Reports indicate that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has decided to cancel the tour scheduled for 2025 in PoK areas, including Skardu, Murree, and Muzaffarabad. Shah has urged the ICC to take action regarding India's objections to the PCB's announcement. The ICC previously informed the PCB that India would not participate in the tournament, leaving its future uncertain. Pakistan rejected a hybrid arrangement that would allow India to play at neutral venues, leading to a continued stalemate in bilateral cricket, as the two nations have not faced each other in a series for over a decade. The Champions Trophy is set to take place in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Karachi from February 19 to March 9, 2025.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 6 pmeznews.inA tragic car crash in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, claimed the lives of six friends in the early hours of November 12. The group was reportedly returning from a party celebrating Siddhesh Agrawal's new car when their vehicle, a Toyota Innova, rear-ended a truck while traveling at approximately 100 km/h. Siddhesh, the sole survivor of the accident, is 25 years old. Disturbing footage from the scene shows the horrific aftermath, including decapitated bodies and dismembered remains scattered around the wreckage. The victims have been identified as Kunal Kukreja (23), Atul Agrawal (24), Rishabh Jain (24), Navya Goel (23), Kamakshi (20), and Guneet (19), with Kukreja hailing from Himachal Pradesh. The police continue to investigate the circumstances of the party and whether alcohol was a factor in the crash.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 4 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi's aircraft experienced a technical issue at Deoghar airport in Jharkhand, forcing him to wait over two hours before departing for Delhi on another Indian Air Force plane. The snag was detected just as the Prime Minister was about to take off after addressing two rallies commemorating tribal icon Birsa Munda's birth anniversary. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi's helicopter faced a 45-minute delay due to air traffic control clearance, leading the Congress party to accuse the government of deliberately prioritizing Modi's schedule. During his rallies, Modi criticized Gandhi, alleging that he was conspiring to eliminate reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes, while Gandhi advocated for a nationwide caste census and promised to remove the reservation cap. The second phase of polling for the 81-member Jharkhand Assembly is set for November 20, with results to be announced on November 23.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 4 pmeznews.inThe North Central Railway (NCR) has initiated an investigation following allegations that a chief train ticket examiner permitted ticketless passengers to travel on the New Delhi-Lucknow Swarn Shatabdi Express during a surprise check on October 29. Reports indicate that the examiner colluded with 21 individuals, allowing them onboard after allegedly accepting bribes ranging from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000 each. The inspection team, prompted by a tip-off, discovered the ticketless passengers in coach C-11, where the examiner was notably absent at the time. As the train halted at Etawah, many ticketless passengers fled. Additionally, another complaint surfaced regarding a TTE overcharging a passenger Rs 1,300 without issuing a proper excess-fare ticket. NCR officials have emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, pledging strict action against any implicated personnel.
Published: Nov 15 2024, 4 pmeznews.inCongress MP Rahul Gandhi encountered a 45-minute delay in Jharkhand's Godda today as his helicopter awaited clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC), a situation the Congress party attributes to a deliberate attempt to disrupt his campaign ahead of the state's assembly elections. Party leaders suggested that the ATC's decision prioritized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Deoghar over Mr. Gandhi's travel, prompting the Congress to lodge a complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI). The party's letter highlighted concerns over the misuse of protocol to hinder opposition campaigns, asserting that such tactics undermine a level playing field in elections. Mr. Gandhi, while campaigning, criticized the BJP for reducing reservations for backward classes, accusing the party of neglecting their interests. Meanwhile, PM Modi's aircraft faced its own delay due to a technical issue, as the second phase of Jharkhand's assembly elections approaches on November 20.
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