16 Apr 2025: Justice Gavai is CJI, Waqf Law Case, BluSmart exits Uber, Nat’l Herald Chargesheet, SC backs Urdu signboards

In the April 16 edition of NEWS @ 7, we bring you five major updates from India and around the world. Justice Bhushan R. Gavai is recommended as the next Chief Justice of India, with his appointment set for May 2025. The Supreme Court begins hearing petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, which has sparked nationwide protests over its impact on minority rights and community control of Waqf properties. Electric ride-hailing startup BluSmart announces its exit from core operations, transitioning to become a fleet partner for Uber amid financial troubles. The Enforcement Directorate files a chargesheet in the National Herald money laundering case, naming Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi as the main accused in a ₹2,000 crore conspiracy. Lastly, the Supreme Court upholds the use of Urdu on a municipal signboard in Maharashtra, promoting linguistic harmony and inclusivity.Produced by Vaishnavi BhardwajSound mix by Suraj Singh