THE NATIONAL E GOVERNANCE OF INDIA
Assam not to send pre-2014 immigrants to foreigners tribunal
The Assam government has instructed the state police to not forward cases of eligible individuals under the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 who entered India before 2014 directly to Foreigners Tribunals. Instead, these individuals should apply for citizenship through the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), with their applications assessed by the Government of India.
Pakistan government to ban jailed ex-PM Imran Khan's party for alleged anti-state activities
Upping the ante against PTI, the federal government has decided to ban the former ruling party as well as file cases against PTI founder Khan and former Pakistan president Arif Alvi for treason under Article 6, Geo News said.
Beware: Fake government e-notices on the rise, MHA issues guidelines to handle suspicious mails
The MHA and I4C ad issued on Sunday said such suspicious emails and other types of cyber frauds should be reported immediately to www.cybercrime.gov.in or call the cyber crime helpline no 1930.
Government needs to give up all-India examination: Chidambaram on row over NEET-UG
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram called for the central government to relinquish all-India exams like NEET-UG, advocating for states to oversee medical college admissions. Amid NEET-UG 2024 controversies including cheating, he urged Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over system leaks. Chidambaram criticised the new criminal laws, questioning extensive rewrites, and addressed BJP's allegations against Rahul Gandhi for purportedly insulting Hindus, asserting the need for a secular nation.
Ola, Uber, Zomato among 21 entities registered under Delhi's motor vehicle aggregator scheme
Delhi's Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot said this initiative will not only promote green mobility but also set high standards for service quality and public safety in the transport sector. The scheme stipulates penalties ranging from Rs 5,000 up to Rs 100,000 per instance.
E-office will be implemented in all attached, subordinate offices as part of 100-day agenda: Centre
The Centre will implement e-office in attached, subordinate offices, and autonomous bodies as per DARPG's 100-day agenda. Following a successful pilot with 37 lakh files in the central secretariat by 2024, 133 offices are identified. NIC, led by Rachna Srivastava, will manage technical aspects. Guidelines issued June 24, 2024. V Srinivas chaired roadmap discussions on data centers and user requisitions.
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Work contracts on GeM mulled, platform to become world’s largest govt procurement portal
GeM, led by CEO Prashant Kumar Singh, aims to surpass South Korea’s KONEPS by integrating construction contracts. FY24 procurement hit Rs 4 lakh crore, and FY25 Q1 reached Rs 1.24 lakh crore, with ministries and CPSEs, contributing Rs 91,000 crore. Nearly completed stakeholder consultations focus on a Unified Procurement System. MSME transaction charges were lowered to 0.3% with a Rs 3 lakh cap.
India's GeM platform to become world's largest this fiscal; procurement through crosses Rs 1.24 lakh cr in Q1
The Government e-Market (GeM) portal has seen a significant surge in procurement, surpassing Rs 1.24 lakh crore in the first quarter of 2024-25. GeM aims to become the world's largest platform by the end of the fiscal year, offering a wide array of goods and services to government buyers and sellers. GeM CEO Prashant Kumar Singh highlighted the platform's growth and initiatives, including the introduction of 'GeM SAHAYAK' program to support sellers and buyers, reduced transaction charges, and the addition of 'The Aabhar Collection' for showcasing local products.
Centriti raises Rs 6 crore in funding round led by Emergent India Ventures
The B2B e-procurement platform works with 120 hotels and restaurants, including Taj Hotels, Oberoi Hotels, Accor Group, Barbeque Nation, and Chai Point in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Jaipur. It plans to expand to Goa, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Chennai in the next couple of years.
Take nation into confidence on border situation at LAC: Mallikarjun Kharge to government
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge reiterated his party's demand for the government to update the nation on the border situation with China. He citied reports of China's military buildup near Pangong Lake in Ladakh. Kharge criticised the government for alleged inaction, claiming losses of Indian territory and a lack of response to Chinese aggression. The standoff between Indian and Chinese forces in Ladakh since May 2020 remains unresolved despite multiple talks.
Labour ministry submit reports on Amazon and Foxconn to the National Human Rights Commission
The Amazon report mentions violations of certain provisions of labour laws by Amazon and informs that the state government has initiated legal action as per provisions of the concerned labour laws. However, in the Foxconn case, the Tamil Nadu government had given a clean chit to the Foxconn’s iPhone factory saying there was no evidence supporting claims of discrimination against married women.
Imran Khan's party to participate in Pakistan government's consultative meeting on new anti-terror ops
To blunt the criticism about the new operation and win broader support, the government has decided to take into confidence all political parties regarding the new military strategy and hold an All Parties Conference (APC) on the new operation against terrorists.
Child labourers at Som Group's liquor unit worked 11 hours a day
A state inspection of a Som Group distillery in Madhya Pradesh found children, aged 13-17, working long hours filling and packing liquor bottles. Following the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights' discovery of 58 underage laborers, the state suspended the distillery's license. Som denies the allegations and has legally challenged the suspension.
Indian Army inducts first-ever indigenous chip-based made in India 4G base station from Signaltron
The Indian Army has introduced its first indigenous chip-based 4G mobile base station, procured from Signaltron, a Bangalore-based firm, via the government e-marketplace portal. Developed using India's own Signalchip technology, the Sahyadri LTE base stations mark a significant milestone in domestic communication technology. Signaltron's Sahyadri Network In a Box (NIB) systems, weighing just 7 kgs, offer secure wireless communication for audio, video, and data, operating seamlessly in standalone or cellular modes. With 20 units supplied initially, the army plans strategic deployments based on operational needs, enhancing flexibility and security with locally developed chip technology.
India's healthcare in critical condition: 4 out of 5 public health centers below par, reveals new Govt report
A recent Indian government self-assessment reveals that most public health facilities, including district hospitals and primary centers, fall short of essential standards. Only 20% meet benchmarks for infrastructure and resources, with 42% scoring below 50%. Initiatives aim to bring 70,000 facilities to standard within 100 days, backed by inspections and funding under the National Health Mission. This highlights urgent reforms needed to enhance healthcare nationwide, promising better services and equity in healthcare delivery.
What is Azm-e-Istehkam, Pakistan's new military operation tasked to take on TTP and other militant groups
Pakistan’s leadership approved a new military operation, Azm-e-Istehkam (Resolve for Stability), to combat rising violence and terrorism. Following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s review of counterterrorism efforts, the operation targets domestic security threats and cross-border fighters from Afghanistan. The initiative includes socioeconomic measures to reduce extremism and aims to strengthen legal support for prosecuting terrorists. The plan addresses increased violence, potential cross-border tensions, and Chinese concerns about infrastructure security.
38 Myanmar nationals deported from Manipur
The Manipur government, in coordination with the Government of India, deported 38 Myanmar nationals through the Integrated Check Post (ICP) in Moreh. Chief Minister N Biren Singh reiterated the commitment to identifying and deporting illegal immigrants to safeguard border security and protect indigenous people. In Kamjong district, efforts are underway to manage the accommodation and maintenance of 5457 illegal Myanmar migrants in designated camps, with concerns arising from recent bombings by the Myanmar army amidst the cultivation season.
PM Kisan 17th installment amount to be released to eligible beneficiaries; How to check beneficiary status online
PM Kisan 17th installment: The Prime Minister has released the 17th installment of the PM Kisan benefit of around Rs 20, 000 crore which will reach 9.3 crore farmers.
Economists expect big-bang reforms to continue under Modi 3.0
Modi is set to be sworn in for third term as India's Prime Minister in coalition government with key partners Telugu Desam Party and Janata Dal (United). Economists anticipate focus on economic reforms to achieve goal of Vikshit Bharat by 2047. Budget to prioritize infrastructure, manufacturing, and welfare schemes amid global economic challenges.
NEET 2024 results sparks concern: Physics Wallah's Alakh Pandey questions scoring, calls for more medical college seats
Physics Wallah CEO Alakh Pandey has voiced concerns over the NEET 2024 results, highlighting discrepancies in scoring and the limited availability of seats in top medical colleges. He urged for an increase in government medical college seats to accommodate deserving students. Pandey's comments went viral, sparking discussions about the fairness of the scoring system and the need for broader access to medical education.
Modi's coalition government will be beneficial for India, says Eurasia Group
Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer considers India’s new coalition government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi the best outcome for the country. The divided power structure necessitates consensus-building, benefiting Indian democracy. Modi’s need for allies to govern will drive economic reform but may slow contentious agendas like Hindu nationalism.
After two Lok Sabha iterations, multiplayer politics on the national level gets its mojo back
We, along with Modi, are entering uncharted waters now. Uncharted not for India, of course - which has had plenty of trysts with coalition governments since the time pre-millennials can remember - but for the PM on his third gig unfamiliar with power-sharing, and for us, not knowing how he'll handle anything more than his own set of demands.
Brute majority or coalition pressure, India's growth to be perpetual theme
India's growth story may thrive under a coalition rule despite no party having an absolute majority. Past data suggests coalition governments have effectively boosted growth but struggled with inflation. Inflation rates varied under different regimes, with Narendra Modi's government seeing 5.4% inflation during its tenures.
Lok Sabha election results: Nomura says India's economic fundamentals remain robust
"Our assessment is that India's economic fundamentals remain robust. Reforms in India have generally survived the test of politics and we expect the government to continue the pace of governance and administrative reforms, leaving states to work around the more intractable reforms around land and labour," Nomura said.
New govt to inherit strong economy, focus on making India developed nation by 2047
India's record-breaking economic growth rate and strong tax revenues provide a foundation for future reforms aimed at transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. The new government must address challenges such as unemployment and rural distress, while also focusing on controlling inflation. Despite potential obstacles, experts expect continued infrastructure-led growth, investor-friendly policies, and reforms to maintain India's economic momentum and attract investment.
Cashfree Payments appoints Abhaya Hota as independent director
Abhaya Hota has previously served as an Independent Director at Federal Bank, NSE Clearing, Protean e-Gov Technologies and RBI Innovation Hub. Cashfree Payments plans to leverage Hota's experience and expertise to develop innovative products and services.
India, UK begin talks on recognising and mapping skill gaps
India is discussing skill mapping and mutual recognition of skills with the UK to enhance job opportunities for its workforce. The focus is on linking the NCS portal with the UK job portal and facilitating worker exchange in labour-intensive sectors under the MMPA.
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