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"Three criminal laws have been introduced after holding consultations": Union Minister Meghwal
The implementation of three new criminal laws in India reflects a shift towards justice-centric approaches, with enhanced provisions and training for law enforcement. The laws aim to streamline legal processes, empower victims, and adapt to technological advancements, ensuring a more efficient and accessible legal system for the public.
Canopy collapse: MoCA Naidu reviews operations at Delhi airport
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu, visited the Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC) at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport on Monday. This visit comes just days after the collapse of the airport's canopy. The purpose of the visit was to assess airport operations.
Priyank Kharge meets IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, requests Centre's support for state's chip firms
Karnataka IT minister Priyank Kharge met Ashwini Vaishnaw, union IT minister, to seek support for the state's semiconductor and electronics space. Kharge said that the State has the highest share of 46% in India in housing innovative companies and contributes 10% of India's industrial output.
Who will present Budget 2024 and how is it prepared?
Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present her seventh consecutive Union Budget since 2019, joining a distinguished group of finance ministers who have delivered at least five consecutive Union Budgets. This year's budget will be the first full budget presented as part of Modi 3.0, with a notable shift to a paperless format. The budget-making process typically begins in September, over six months before the presentation date, generally on February 1. The Finance Ministry issues budget-related circulars to various entities, including states, Union Territories, Union Ministries, Defense forces, government departments, and autonomous bodies.
Critics of Indian democracy silenced: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India's trust in PM Modi's government at the India Global Forum in London.
GST Council fixes monetary limit for filing of appeals before various legal forums
The Council has also recommended that the maximum amount for pre-deposit for filing appeal before the appellate authority be reduced from Rs 25 crore CGST and Rs 25 crore SGST to Rs 20 crore CGST and Rs 20 crore SGST, she said. The Finance Minister also informed that services provided by the Indian railways like sale of platform tickets, facility of retiring rooms, waiting rooms, are exempted from GST.
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Need to understand the correct legal history of India: Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has urged the nation to understand its correct legal history, as the country's legal system was established from the perspective of colonial rulers. Meghwal argued that the laws in India during colonial times ignored the Indian ethos and societal realities of the time and were based on furthering the needs of colonial rulers. He called for the removal of old laws with a slave mentality and the re-enactment of three new criminal laws, namely the Indian Judicial Code, Indian Civil Defence Code, and Indian Evidence Act, which will be implemented across the country from July 1.
Union Finance Minster Nirmala Sitharaman chairs pre-budget meeting with state finance ministers
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a pre-budget meeting with state and union territories finance ministers at Bharat Mandapam for suggestions on the upcoming Union Budget, after previously consulting with economists and industry experts. She is set to chair the 53rd GST Council Meeting to discuss tax rates, policy modifications, and administrative challenges, crucial for shaping India's indirect tax system. The agenda for the meeting is yet to be disclosed.
Delhi Airport becomes first Indian airport to launch Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme
Delhi Airport introduced the Government of India's Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme for Indian passport holders and OCI cardholders. The programme offers expedited emigration/immigration clearance with eight electronic gates at Terminal 3. Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the programme. Applicants must pay a processing fee and undergo biometric verification, with the initiative aiming to streamline airport congestion.
Union Budget 2024 date and time; Check the common FAQs, answers to budget related questions here
Budget 2024: India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Budget for 2024-2025 in late July amidst global uncertainties and conflicts. Business leaders have called for reduced income taxes, increased capital expenditure, and measures to control food inflation. Emphasis is also on bolstering infrastructure and the MSME sector to sustain economic growth.
Decision on 1,563 NEET candidates taken as per students' conformity, says Union Minister Giriraj Singh
Union Minister Giriraj Singh highlighted that decisions regarding 1,563 NEET-UG candidates receiving "grace marks" were made in accordance with student feedback. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured transparency in handling alleged irregularities, emphasizing no paper leak occurred. The National Testing Agency plans re-exams for affected candidates following Supreme Court directives
SC mandate may halt fresh Ad releases
The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has urged advertisers and broadcasters to refrain from releasing new advertisements between June 18 and July 9, awaiting clarity from the Supreme Court on the self-declaration certificate (SDC) mandate. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has instructed advertisers to submit SDCs before publishing, airing, or displaying new ads from June 18 onwards. Existing advertisements can continue to run, as SDCs are only required for new ads.
Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jitin Prasada take charge of electronics and IT ministry
Ashwini Vaishnaw took charge as the union railway minister, minister of information and broadcasting, and Union minister of electronics and information technology. Jitin Prasada is the minister of state for electronics and information technology, succeeding Rajeev Chandrasekhar after switching from Congress to BJP.
IITian to helm IT! Continuation to help keep policy on track
Vaishnaw, a bureaucrat-turned-politician, took charge as the railway minister for the second time and also assumed roles in the ministries of information and broadcasting and electronics and information technology.
Strong foundation to be laid for youth: Ashwini Vaishnaw as he assumes charge of I&B Ministry
Ashwini Vaishnaw has been appointed as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) in India. He was presented with a bouquet and a tree sapling by the Ministry staff. Vaishnaw thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the opportunity and expressed gratitude for the Prime Minister's decisions dedicated to the poor and farmers. He has been assigned portfolios as Minister of Railways and Minister of Electronics and Information Technology.
Will keep working as BJP worker: Outgoing Union minister Anurag Thakur
Outgoing Union Minister Anurag Thakur, not included in the new BJP-led NDA government's ministerial list, vowed to continue working as a BJP member and support PM Modi's vision for India's development. Reelected to the Lok Sabha from Hamirpur, Thakur expressed confidence in Modi's leadership to drive India's progress.
NCP's Praful Patel given 'demotion' in Modi Cabinet, says remedial measures being undertaken
Senior National Congress Party (NCP) member Praful Patel expressed reluctance over being offered a Minister of State with independent charge position in the upcoming NDA cabinet led by BJP's Narendra Modi. Patel cited his prior experience as a Cabinet Minister, deeming the offer a demotion. BJP assured remedial action soon, Patel said.
Smriti Irani, Arjun Munda, Rajeev Chandrashekhar among 13 losing Union ministers
BJP heavyweights Smriti Irani, Arjun Munda, Ajay Mishra Teni, and Kailash Chaudhary faced defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, relying on allies to form the government after stunning losses in three Hindi heartland states.
Rajkot fire tragedy: One person is still missing, informs Gujarat Home Minister
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visited the site of a devastating fire in a Rajkot gaming zone, where 27 people, including children, lost their lives. He reported that one person remains missing and stressed that finding this individual is a top priority.
Rajkot fire tragedy: 30 ICU beds prepared in AIIMS Rajkot for treatment of injured, informs Health Minister Mandaviya
Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the preparation of 30 ICU beds at AIIMS Rajkot for treating victims of the Rajkot fire tragedy, which claimed 27 lives. He expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi prioritized finding a missing person and ordered a thorough investigation. The TRP game zone owner and manager are being interrogated. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also offered condolences to the families of the deceased.
More than 670 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide, UN agency says
PAPUA-More than 670 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide, UN agency says
India held two-day "Chintan Shivir" to formulate strategy and SOPs for FTAs
The commerce ministry's two-day "Chintan Shivir" aimed to develop strategies for free trade agreements (FTAs), focusing on India's trade vision for 2047 and new FTA disciplines. Experts emphasized consultation with stakeholders and timely sharing of negotiation details. India is negotiating FTAs with various countries, including the UK, EU, Australia, Eurasian Economic Union, and Peru. Negotiations for the India-EU FTA are at a crucial stage, while the India-UK FTA has made progress but faces challenges like tariff reductions and fair treatment of Indian workers in the UK.
PM Modi declares his mobile number and email id in election affidavit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi filed his nomination for the Varanasi Lok Sabha elections, accompanied by NDA leaders. He disclosed his contact details in the election affidavit and declared assets. Modi emphasized the significance of voter turnout and expressed gratitude for support. Notable leaders, including BJP president J P Nadda and Union ministers, attended the event. Voting in Varanasi is scheduled for June 1.
BJP will hit four and six in Himachal: Anurag Thakur
Anurag Thakur assures BJP's victory in Himachal Pradesh, criticizing Congress, highlighting unkept promises, and showcasing strong public support through massive rallies and temple visits. The campaign gains momentum as elections approach.
Misleading ads: Public figures must act responsibly while endorsing products, says SC
The Supreme Court has directed that advertisers and endorsers must act responsibly when endorsing consumer products, as they are equally responsible for issuing misleading advertisements. The court emphasized that advertisements must conform to the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994, and should not offend morality, decency, or religious susceptibilities of subscribers. The court also urged the ministries concerned to set up a procedure to encourage consumers to lodge complaints regarding misleading advertisements.
UPA seized RBI to paint picture of rosy economy: Anurag Thakur
Anurag Thakur criticized Congress-led UPA for manipulating RBI during 2004-2014 for false economic growth. Ex-RBI Governor D Subbarao's memoir detailed government interference in lowering interest rates.
Cabinet approves hike in sugarcane FRP by Rs 25 to Rs 340 per quintal for 2024-25 season
The government has decided to increase the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane growers by Rs 25 to Rs 340 per quintal for the 2024-25 season, marking the highest increase since 2014. This decision, taken at a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), is aimed at benefiting over 5 crore sugarcane farmers and ensuring their prosperity. The new FRP, which will be effective from October 1, 2024, is 107% higher than the cost of production. This move reaffirms the government's commitment to doubling farmers' income and comes ahead of the general elections.
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