COMPENSATION CLAIMS
Family of martyr Agniveer Ajay Kumar hasn't received any compensation from govt: Rahul Gandhi
The dispute over compensation for Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family escalates with Rahul Gandhi's accusations against the Modi government. Conflicting claims regarding payments and benefits raise questions about transparency and support for martyrs' families.
At least someone bothered to visit: Locals on Rahul Gandhi's Hathras visit
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited Hathras' Vibhav Nagar area on July 2 to meet the families of the stampede victims. Some locals appreciated his visit amid the prevailing political activities. "Everyone is busy doing politics. It is good that at least someone bothered to come here," said Vineet Kumar, 26, who is preparing for the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examination.
"Why has Rahul Gandhi not visited victims of Kallakurichi liquor tragedy?" BJP on LoP's Hathras visit
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras to meet the grieving families affected by the recent stampede. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress MP for not visiting the families of victims in the Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy in Tamil Nadu. At least 121 devotees lost their lives in a stampede during a religious 'Satsang' event of self-styled godman Suraj Pal alias 'Bhole Baba' in Fulari village, Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on Tuesday.
Agniveer's kin got only insurance money: Rahul Gandhi
Days after the Army clarified over the compensation paid to slain Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family, Gandhi claimed the family received insurance money, not compensation.
Illegal Allotment of Plots: Kumaraswamy asks Siddaramaiah to fight for same compensation for farmers he is seeking for wife
Union Minister Kumaraswamy calls for fair compensation for farmers, echoing CM Siddaramaiah's demand for his wife's land. Allegations of illegal plot allotments and political motives arise, with hints at Deputy CM's involvement. BJP accuses CM of favoritism in land deals.
Indian Army confirms payment of Rs 98.39 lakh to Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family after Rahul Gandhi's claim
The Indian Army affirmed its commitment to honoring soldiers' sacrifices amid controversy over compensation for Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family. The Army clarified that they received Rs 98.39 lakhs and are due another Rs 67 lakhs pending police verification, totaling around Rs 1.65 crore under the Agniveer Scheme. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused Defence Minister Rajnath Singh of misleading Parliament about the compensation, triggering a dispute. Singh defended the Agniveer Scheme, denying discrepancies and emphasizing its purpose to support personnel not eligible for standard military benefits.
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Hathras stampede: Rahul Gandhi meets victims, appeals to Yogi Adityanath to provide compensation 'open-heartedly'
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, visited the families of the victims who tragically lost their lives in the stampede in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. Prior to reaching Hathras, Gandhi made a brief stop in Aligarh to meet with the relatives of victims from that district.
Indian Army issues clarification on emoluments to Agniveer Ajay Kumar after Rahul Gandhi's claim
The Indian Army clarified the compensation provided to Agniveer Ajay Kumar’s family after Rahul Gandhi alleged that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lied in parliament about emoluments. The Army emphasised that Rs 98.39 lakhs have already been paid to the family, with additional benefits totaling approximately 67 lakhs to be settled after Police verification, summing up to Rs 1.65 Cr. The Army reiterated their commitment to honoring fallen heroes' sacrifices.
Rajnath Singh 'lied' in Parliament on compensation to families of martyred Agniveers, alleges Rahul Gandhi
The Congress leader also shared a video on X purportedly of the father of a deceased Agniveer who stated that Rajnath Singh had claimed that Rs 1 crore compensation had been given to the next of kin of martyred Agniveers but no such assistance was received by his family.
Hathras stampede claims woman's life, family searches for her missing five-year-old son
Rajkumari Devi mourns the loss of her sister-in-law Ruby, who died in the Hathras stampede, and is worried about Ruby's missing five-year-old son. Rajkumari, from Unnao, sat beside Ruby's body in an ambulance, expressing grief and frustration, stating, "It's only the poor who meet this fate, not the rich." Ruby and her son were among 60 attendees at a 'satsang' led by 'baba' Narayan Hari. The stampede killed 121 people and left over 2.5 lakh devotees in chaos. Ruby's father, Chhedi Lal, also mourned, noting the family’s devastating losses.
Hindenburg claims making merely $4 million from $153 billion Adani selloff
Hindenburg admits revenue from Adani shorts, may barely break even. Responds to Sebi's show cause notice, highlights fraud risks, and calls out regulators for neglecting investor protection.
We got Rs 1.08 cr aide from govt: Kin of deceased Agniveer
Singh was speaking after Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, while referring to the Agnipath military recruitment scheme, claimed the government regards Agniveers as "use-and-throw labourers" and does not even give them the status of a "shaheed (martyr)".
Jaypee Infratech appoints Devang Pravin Patel as CFO; to delist company shares from bourses
Suraksha Group takes control of Jaypee Infratech Ltd, appoints Devang Pravin Patel as CFO, and plans to delist shares from stock exchanges.
Troubled with frequent power cut? Get compensation from electricity distributor if it happens due to this reason, know how
Power cut: Electricity discom have to provide compensation to you if they have resorted to wilful load shedding. This compensation will be adjusted through your electricity bill. However for other deficiencies of service (if any) you will have to lodge a complaint. Read here to know how much compensation you can get in Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Delhi and Karnataka.
Relief for 20,000 homebuyers! Suraksha Group finally takes over Jaypee Infratech via insolvency process
According to a regulatory filing by Jaypee Infratech on Wednesday, Suraksha Group informed the IMC (Implementation and Monitoring Committee) that May 24, 2024, i.e., the date of the NCLAT order should be treated as the 'Approval Date' as defined in the approved resolution plan.
Bengal govt survey underway to assess damage caused by cyclone Remal: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee said that a survey by the West Bengal government to assess cyclone 'Remal' damage was being conducted. He promised Rs 1.2 lakh compensation per house within two weeks. Banerjee criticised the BJP for not supporting victims and urged voters to reject divisive politics. He predicted that the INDIA bloc would win the Lok Sabha elections.
‘Doctors knew Covid vaccine’s side-effects killed my daughter. But they didn’t tell us’
Dr Snehal Lunawat was the first case in which the AEFI committee accepted there was a direct correlation between vaccination and death. Many of the petitioners, like her father Dilip, have questioned why information about the side-effects wasn’t made public earlier.
10.46 lakh motor accident claims worth Rs 80,455 crore pending nationwide: RTI
The details have been provided by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in response to the query filed by Supreme Court advocate K C Jain in April.
Rajkot Gaming Zone Fire kills 35: Investigation uncovers cause of accident
The investigation into the Rajkot gaming zone fire that killed 35 people reveals significant negligence and illegal operations by the management. Operating without a No Objection Certificate (NOC) in a residential area, the facility stored hazardous materials and lacked proper safety protocols. Several officials are untraceable, further complicating the issue. The state government and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) have promised thorough investigations and justice for the victims.
NCLAT upholds NCLT order on Jaypee Infra; asks Suraksha to pay additional Rs 1,300 crore
NCLAT affirmed Suraksha Realty's acquisition bid for Jaypee Infratech but mandated an extra Rs 1,300 crore as farmers' compensation. The decision aimed to expedite the resolution plan, addressing concerns of stakeholders, including homebuyers and YEIDA. Suraksha pledged timely payment, aiming to resolve the debt-ridden firm's fate.
Valley must respect (Beverly) Hills
Creators of AI will have to be especially careful over copyright, given the scope for bias inherent in the technology. Bias enters through human input. But AI can amplify it. Creative people lending names, faces or voices to such endeavour would be justified in seeking protection to their livelihood apart from regular compensation. This would also apply to content AI trains upon, such as the work of writers, directors and musicians.
What is UK Post Office Scandal? Who is Paula Vennells?
UK Post Office Scandal has created quite a public uproar in that country as the former British Post Office boss Paula Vennells is facing a public inquiry.
Consumer panel directs IDFC Bank to pay Rs 1 lakh to man for deducting EMI for loan he didn't avail
A consumer commission in Mumbai has instructed IDFC Bank to compensate a resident of Navi Mumbai with Rs 1 lakh. The bank wrongly deducted EMIs for a loan he never took. The commission ordered the bank to refund the deducted EMIs with interest and provide the compensation for deficient service and the resulting mental and physical distress within 60 days of receiving the order.
Central govt employees, private employees can't claim LTA if they don't follow these rules; LTA eligibility, other latest updates
LTA for central govt employees: Employers offer Leave Travel Allowance (LTA) to offset travel expenses during leave. It covers airfare, train tickets, or public transport, but reimbursement is capped by employer or tax limits. Confusions arise, especially with air travel. Here's a breakdown: Can you claim LTA with a confirmed flight ticket? Does the booking platform matter? Is family included? What documents are required for flight-based LTA claims?
Mumbai Police arrests Bhavesh Bhinde from Udaipur in connection with hoarding collapse which claimed 16 lives
Mumbai police have arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media, in connection with an illegal hoarding collapse in Chheda Nagar that led to 16 deaths. Bhinde faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder and is also embroiled in other legal issues, including allegations of rape. Despite his troubles, Bhinde has secured contracts from entities like the Indian Railways and BMC for billboards and banners, albeit amid allegations of flouting regulations. This incident has prompted Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to order a structural audit of all hoardings in Mumbai.
Health insurance claim rejection: Widow fights, wins Rs 28 lakh damage; pre-existing disease can't be free pass for claim denial
The Delhi State Consumer Commission ruled that an insurer cannot reject a health insurance claim solely based on pre-existing diseases if they weren't the cause of death. The commission directed HDFC Life (previously known as HDFC Standard LIC Co. Ltd.) to pay Rs 19.4 lakh along with the interest to a woman whose husband's claim was rejected for not disclosing diabetes. The insurer also has to pay Rs 1,00,000 for mental harassment of the complainant along with the litigation cost. This is a relief for those with common lifestyle diseases like diabetes. Read the full case and verdict in details. What do you need to keep in mind while buying health insurance policy to avoid claim rejection later. Find out here.
Swiggy told to pay Rs 1,000 for failing to refund Rs 104, court says mental harassment
Swiggy court-directed to compensate consumer for mental harassment due to a cancelled order, refund remaining amount with interest, and pay compensation. Bengaluru court also ordered Swiggy to refund Rs 5,000 for undelivered ice cream.
Jindal Poly Films questions the maintainability of class action suit
Jindal Poly Films Ltd challenges the validity of a class action suit initiated by minority shareholders before the National Company Law Tribunal, arguing it falls outside the scope of Section 245 of the Companies Act, 2013. The suit alleges losses from discounted share sales and loan write-offs, seeking Rs 2,268 crore damages.
Rahul Gandhi once again bats for caste survey, economic review & to scrap 'Agniveer Scheme'
Rahul Gandhi advocates for a caste survey and economic evaluation to determine wealth distribution, promising compensation for youths and criticizing loan waivers for industrialists. He also discusses the Right to Apprenticeship scheme.
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