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Violence erupted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, following a court-ordered survey of the 16th-century Jama Masjid, leading to multiple deaths and significant unrest. The mosque, built during Mughal Emperor Babur's reign, is at the center of a legal dispute initiated by advocate Vishnu Shanker Jain, who claims it was constructed on the ruins of a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Kalki. The petition has sparked fears of communal tensions reminiscent of the Babri Masjid demolition. Protests against the survey escalated on November 24, resulting in clashes that left four dead and over 30 police injured. The Muslim community and local politicians condemned the survey, citing the 1991 Places of Worship Act, which preserves the status of religious sites as they were on August 15, 1947. In response to the violence, authorities imposed prohibitory orders, suspended internet services, and promised strict legal action against those responsible. 
Published: Nov 25 2024, 2 pmeznews.inThe Supreme Court of India has ruled that schools in the National Capital Region should reopen despite ongoing high pollution levels, emphasizing that keeping students at home will not resolve key issues. The court highlighted that many students lack air purifiers and adequate facilities for online education, which could hinder their learning. Additionally, the closure of schools has deprived numerous students of mid-day meals. The court urged the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to make a timely decision regarding the continuation of the ban on physical classes for Grades 10 and 12, and to implement measures to support vulnerable groups affected by the pollution crisis. The judges noted that the Air Quality Index in the region has consistently shown hazardous levels, and they called for updated data to inform future actions under the Grade 4 measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
Published: Nov 25 2024, 5 pmeznews.inMUMBAI: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, leader of the Republican Party of India-Athawale (RPI-A), announced on Monday that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is set to become the next Chief Minister, with support from Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar. Following a meeting with Fadnavis, Athawale indicated that the decision regarding the Chief Minister's position would be finalized within two to three days, with an oath-taking ceremony to follow. The BJP emerged as the single-largest party in the recent Maharashtra Assembly elections, winning 132 seats, while Shinde-led Shiv Sena secured 58 and Pawar's NCP garnered 41, contributing to the Mahayuti alliance's total of 230 seats. Athawale emphasized the need to honor Eknath Shinde's contributions and suggested he should be given a central position, while also confirming that the RPI-A would receive a Cabinet berth. Fadnavis acknowledged the collective decision-making process among the alliance leaders.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 5 pmeznews.inA tailor in Valsad, Gujarat, Muslim Ansari, was taken aback when he received an electricity bill amounting to Rs 86 lakh, surpassing the value of his shop. Operating New Fashion Tailor with his uncle, Ansari usually pays around Rs 2,000 monthly for power. Upon discovering the shocking bill, he promptly visited the local electricity board to seek clarification. Officials from Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Limited soon investigated and found that an error had occurred—two digits had been mistakenly added to the meter reading. Consequently, the bill was revised to a more accurate Rs 1,540. Relieved by the resolution, Ansari expressed gratitude and humorously noted that his shop has seen increased foot traffic since the incident, with some customers even taking pictures of the erroneous bill. "Maybe I should start charging for the photographs," he quipped, as he returned to his sewing machine.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 5 pmeznews.inThe Adani Group remains "well-positioned for the future," according to GQG Partners, a major investment firm, despite recent US federal indictments. GQG emphasized that the allegations target individuals, not the group’s companies, and affirmed the sound fundamentals of its investments. The firm highlighted that many global corporations, including Walmart and Pfizer, have faced similar scrutiny, often leading to lengthy investigations with minimal penalties. GQG expressed confidence in the Indian government's continued support for Gautam Adani, a key infrastructure developer in India. The Adani Group's CFO stated that none of its 11 public companies are implicated in any wrongdoing, and the group has dismissed the US report as "baseless." Financial results for H1 FY25 revealed a 17% year-on-year increase in EBITDA to USD 10 billion, with funds from operations growing over 30% annually for five years, indicating robust financial health amid external challenges.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 4 pmeznews.inDelhi's Supreme Court has upheld stringent restrictions on vehicular movement and construction activities as the national capital grapples with severe air pollution, currently classified under the fourth stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP 4). This decision follows the Air Quality Index surpassing 450 last week, prompting the court to assert that these curbs will remain until further notice during their next hearing. While the air quality has slightly improved, the court criticized the Delhi Police for inadequate enforcement of the measures, highlighting a lack of effective checkpoints and oversight. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has been tasked with determining whether to resume physical classes in schools, given the challenges of online education. The court emphasized that no downgrade of restrictions will occur until there is a consistent improvement in air quality, and directed that funds collected as labour cess be utilized to support construction workers affected by the curbs.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 4 pmeznews.inProtests erupted in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, as locals clashed with police over a proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project intended to connect Tarakote Marg to Sanji Chhat, significantly reducing the trek to the Vaishno Devi shrine to just six minutes. Local shopkeepers, pony service providers, and labourers expressed fears that the project, backed by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, would undermine their livelihoods by diverting pilgrims away from traditional routes. Demonstrators, chanting slogans and blocking key transportation routes, confronted a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) vehicle, resulting in injuries and property damage. Reasi's Senior Superintendent of Police, Paramvir Singh, indicated that negotiations were ongoing to restore order. While the shrine board emphasized the project's benefits for elderly pilgrims, locals demand either its cancellation or compensation for potential economic losses, extending their protest beyond the initially planned 72 hours.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 4 pmeznews.inKunal Shah, founder of CRED, recently proposed a "conjecture" linking mobile internet speeds to India's declining birth rate, suggesting that faster data may correlate with reduced fertility. His hypothesis, shared on X, sparked mixed reactions online, with some users agreeing that improved technology and education can lead to lower birth rates, while others joked about the implications of upgrading Wi-Fi. India's fertility rate has dropped from 2.2 in 2015-16 to 2.01 in 2019-21, slightly below the replacement level, coinciding with a decrease in population growth from 1.27% to 0.89% between 2014 and 2024. Internet access has surged, with penetration rising from 13.5% to 52.4% in the same period, and studies suggest that increased internet usage may lower fertility intentions among women. However, experts emphasize that the decline in birth rates is influenced by various socio-economic factors, not solely internet access.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 3 pmeznews.inFour people were killed in violent clashes in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, during a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid on Sunday. Following the unrest, which involved stone-pelting and police using tear gas, authorities arrested at least 25 individuals and registered cases against 400, including prominent local politicians like Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rahman Barq. The mosque's survey is part of a contentious legal dispute over claims it was built on a Hindu temple site. Internet services were suspended, and schools closed to maintain order, while officials barred outsiders from entering Sambhal until November 30. Barq accused the police of exacerbating the situation, calling it a conspiracy against Muslims, a sentiment echoed by party leader Akhilesh Yadav, who claimed the violence was orchestrated by the ruling BJP to distract from recent electoral losses. The survey report is expected by November 29.
Published: Nov 25 2024, 2 pmeznews.inAjit Pawar has criticized his uncle Sharad Pawar for fielding his nephew Yugendra against him in the Baramati Assembly polls, where he secured a decisive victory by over 100,000 votes. Ajit questioned the rationale behind this choice, noting Yugendra's lack of political experience, as he is primarily a businessman. This election marked a significant shift, as Ajit Pawar's faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) triumphed with 41 seats, compared to Sharad Pawar's 10, reversing the previous Lok Sabha election outcome where Sharad's faction won 8 seats to Ajit's 1. Ajit also reflected on his earlier decision to field his wife Sunetra against his cousin Supriya Sule, calling it a "mistake." Despite the family tensions, Ajit shared a light moment with another nephew, Rohit Pawar, who narrowly won his seat, emphasizing the ongoing complexities within the Pawar political dynasty.
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