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The Supreme Court of India has taken significant steps towards enhancing transparency by uploading judges' asset statements to its website, following a full-court decision made on April 1, 2025. The court announced that asset statements already received are being made available, with additional statements to be uploaded as they are received. Furthermore, the Supreme Court has detailed the entire appointment process for high court and Supreme Court judges on its website, which includes information about the High Court Collegium's role, inputs from state governments, and considerations by the Supreme Court Collegium. The uploaded data covers appointments from November 9, 2022, to May 5, 2025, detailing candidates' backgrounds, including their source of recommendation, appointment dates, and any special categories they belong to, as well as familial connections to current or former judges. 
Published: May 06 2025, 7 ameznews.inA significant cache of terrorist equipment, including grenades and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), was seized from a forest in Punjab during a crackdown on terror groups amid rising India-Pakistan tensions following the deadly Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. The joint operation uncovered two rocket-propelled grenades, two IEDs, five P-86 hand grenades, and a wireless communication set, indicating a coordinated effort by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to revive sleeper cells in the region, according to Punjab's Director General of Police. In response to the attack, attributed to the Lashkar-e-Taiba affiliate The Resistance Front, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged decisive action against terrorism, leading to the destruction of terrorists' homes in Kashmir and the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Additionally, the Union home ministry has mandated mock drills across states to prepare for potential threats, as sporadic gunfire from across the Line of Control continues. 
Published: May 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to adopt the Telangana model for conducting caste surveys, remove the 50% cap on reservations, and implement Article 15(5) to extend reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in private educational institutions. In a letter dated May 5, Kharge emphasized the importance of a caste census to uphold the rights of marginalized communities, arguing that such initiatives should not be viewed as divisive. He urged the Prime Minister to engage in dialogue with all political parties regarding the caste census. Kharge's remarks come amid rising national sentiment following recent terrorist attacks in Pahalgam, reflecting a broader commitment to social and economic justice as outlined in the Constitution's Preamble. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh supported Kharge's suggestions, highlighting the urgency of the issue. 
Published: May 06 2025, 8 ameznews.inIndia and Pakistan's Directorate General Military Operations (DGMO) officers are set to hold their third scheduled hotline conversation today since the Pahalgam attack on April 22, marking the second dialogue amid ongoing ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC). This conversation, involving Brigadier-rank officers, is scheduled for around 11 am. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Army has engaged in unprovoked small arms firing at Indian positions for the 12th consecutive night, affecting multiple regions including Kupwara and Baramulla. An Indian Defence Ministry spokesperson confirmed that the Indian Army responded proportionately. Additionally, the UN Security Council has begun closed-door consultations regarding the escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations, following Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' concerns about the situation reaching its highest levels in years. Pakistan, a non-permanent member of the Council, initiated the request for these consultations. 
Published: May 06 2025, 8 ameznews.inA 22-year-old bride-to-be, Diksha, tragically died of cardiac arrest just one day before her wedding in Noorpur Pinauni village, Budaun, according to police reports. The incident occurred during the 'Haldi' ceremony on Sunday night, when Diksha was dancing with her sisters and relatives. She began to feel unwell and went to the bathroom, where she collapsed. After family members noticed she had not emerged for an extended period, they broke down the door and found her unconscious; she was pronounced dead at the scene. Diksha was set to marry Saurabh, a factory worker from Moradabad, with wedding preparations already in full swing and relatives gathered for the occasion. The local police stated that the family declined to file a complaint or request a postmortem. 
Published: May 06 2025, 6 ameznews.inThe UN Security Council held closed-door consultations regarding escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, following Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' warning that relations are at their highest point of strain in years. Pakistan, a non-permanent member of the Council, requested the meeting, set for May 5, which will occur in a private consultations room rather than the main chamber. Guterres expressed deep concern over the situation, particularly after a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed 26 lives, including a Nepali citizen. He condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for justice while urging both nations to exercise maximum restraint to avoid military confrontation. Guterres reiterated the UN's readiness to facilitate peace initiatives. In response, India's former UN representative, Syed Akbaruddin, indicated that no significant outcomes could be expected from discussions perceived as influenced by Pakistan's agenda within the Council. 
Published: May 06 2025, 1 ameznews.inIndia has formally protested to Canada over a Toronto parade that featured "threatening language" and "unacceptable imagery" directed at Indian leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The parade reportedly showcased pro-Khalistan propaganda, prompting India to express its concerns to the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi. Officials urged Canadian authorities to take action against "anti-India elements" promoting extremism and separatism. This incident adds to the existing strain in India-Canada relations, which worsened after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations in September 2023 regarding Indian involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, claims India dismissed as "absurd." Following Trudeau's departure, there are hopes for a thaw in relations, with both countries exploring the appointment of new high commissioners and resuming security contacts. India has long criticized Canada for allowing pro-Khalistani groups to operate within its borders, calling for a rebuilding of ties based on mutual trust. 
Published: May 06 2025, 1 ameznews.inIndia has successfully conducted validation trials for a multi-influence ground mine (MIGM) and an advanced underwater naval mine, aimed at enhancing the Indian Navy's capabilities against modern stealth vessels. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) collaborated with the Indian Navy for this "combat firing," showcasing an underwater explosion with reduced explosives. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the efforts of DRDO and the Navy, emphasizing the significance of the system in bolstering undersea warfare capabilities. Bharat Dynamics Limited, a production partner, highlighted that the MIGM is equipped with multiple sensors to detect various signatures generated by marine vessels. These trials occur amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following a recent terror attack that killed 26 civilians. The Indian Navy has also demonstrated its missile capabilities, marking a series of advancements in India's naval defense strategy. 
Published: May 05 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe Indian Ministry of Culture has issued a legal notice to Sotheby's, urging the auction house to halt the sale of nearly 1,800 jewels associated with the Buddha, set to take place in Hong Kong on Wednesday. These artefacts, which include pearls, rubies, and gold, were excavated in 1898 from a stupa in Piprahwa, Uttar Pradesh, alongside bone fragments believed to belong to the Buddha. The ministry emphasizes the relics' immense historical and spiritual significance, noting that they are classified as 'AA' antiquities under Indian law, which prohibits their sale or removal. While Sotheby's describes the jewels as extraordinary archaeological finds, the ministry has coordinated with Hong Kong authorities to highlight the auction's illegality. Chris Peppe, a descendant of the excavator, defended the auction, stating previous attempts to donate the items faced challenges, making the sale a transparent option for transferring the relics to Buddhists. 
Published: May 05 2025, 10 pmeznews.inNew research from the Chintan Research Foundation argues that India can achieve developed country status by 2047 without adhering to traditional linear development models based on per capita income. The report, titled "Innovating out of the Middle-Income Trap," suggests that India, with its youthful and skilled workforce, can simultaneously invest in infrastructure, cautiously integrate foreign expertise, and foster local innovation. This approach contrasts with the World Bank's World Development Report, which advocates a sequential model where low and middle-income nations must first build infrastructure before innovating. The Chintan report asserts that India cannot afford to follow this slow trajectory and highlights that Indian researchers are already making significant scientific advancements, indicating that the country is capable of rapid progress in its development journey. 
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