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India’s US ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra debunks ‘myths’ on FCRA bill: ‘Transparency, clearer rules’

India’s US ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra debunks ‘myths’ on FCRA bill: ‘Transparency, clearer rules’

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Amid the controversy surrounding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill(FCRA), 2026, India’s ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has taken to social media to debunk some ‘myths’ about the bill. India’s ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has taken to social media to debunk some ‘myths’ about the FCRA bill (PTI) In a thread on X, the ambassador to the US has stated that the bill aims to improve transparency, make way for better governance and clearer rules. The Indian envoy debunked five myths surrounding the bill, most of which allege that the FCRA will target religions or NGOs’ assets, or cut off foreign aid to civil society. FCRA Bill 2026: Myths debunked The following are the five myths debunked by the Indian ambassador to the US. Myth: India is framing a new law to cut off foreign aid to civil society. Truth: Regulation of foreign financial flows in public and political spaces is a sovereign step driven by national security concerns. It is an accepted feature of modern governance in …

Maharashtra to bring law ensuring transparency in property deals: Bawankule

Maharashtra to bring law ensuring transparency in property deals: Bawankule

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Thane, Maharashtra will soon introduce a “land titling” law to ensure complete transparency in property transactions in line with global standards, state Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has said. Maharashtra to bring law ensuring transparency in property deals: Bawankule Addressing a programme in Thane on Thursday, Bawankule said that Maharashtra would become the first state in the country to enact such legislation. The decision in this regard will be finalised during the upcoming winter session of the state legislature in Nagpur this December, he said. Under the proposed framework, every property holder will be issued a government-backed digital property card. Replacing the existing practice of tracking all past transfer records, the new card will contain complete details of the current owner, legal heirs, land revenue records, and property specifics. “This government-guaranteed card will serve as a reliable, globally accepted document similar to debit and credit cards, usable both in India and abroad,” the minister said. The state will also enforce the rule of “measurement first, registration later” to ensure no property transaction takes place without prior …

UEFA slams world body’s private investment plans

UEFA slams world body’s private investment plans

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2 min readJul 29, 2026 12:53 PM IST European football’s governing body, UEFA, on Tuesday issued a stern threat to FIFA after reports surfaced that FIFA was seeking private investment in the World Cup and other events hosted by the world body. FIFA said on Tuesday that it plans to create a semi-private subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), to sell minority, non-controlling stakes in the business operations of the World Cup and other tournaments. While retaining majority control, FIFA aims to raise $4.2 billion from long-term investors later this year. British newspaper The Times reported that FIFA president Gianni Infantino stood to profit from the scheme after his proposed next term at the helm of the world body runs out in 2031. Reports have also stated that discussions with potential investors were already underway. It comprises Thrive Capital, an investment company founded and led by Joshua Kushner, brother of US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared and a subsidiary of JP Morgan Chase, the US bank that unsuccessfully attempted to bankroll the European Super League. In …

Govt to introduce tougher anti-paper leak Bill in Parliament today

Govt to introduce tougher anti-paper leak Bill in Parliament today

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The Union government is set to introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament on Monday, aiming to strengthen the legal framework against paper leaks and examination malpractices through stricter penalties and faster trials. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh will table the Bill, which seeks to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. A government notification regarding its introduction has already been issued. Bill proposes stricter punishment for paper leaks According to the government, the proposed amendments are intended to enhance transparency, accountability and integrity in the public examination system while safeguarding the interests of students. Among the key provisions of the Bill are: Imprisonment of up to 10 years for those found guilty of examination-related offences. A fine of up to Rs 10 crore. Confiscation of assets belonging to convicted offenders. Fast-track judicial proceedings aimed at delivering verdicts within three months. The proposed legislation seeks to deter organised examination fraud through stronger legal provisions and expedited prosecution. Cabinet approved proposal last week The move follows the …

Opposition MPs seek Parliament debate over action on NEET protesters

Opposition MPs seek Parliament debate over action on NEET protesters

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The notices were moved ahead of Parliament proceedings following the ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), in which hundreds of students demonstrated against the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination-related irregularities Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar’s message to officers

Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar’s message to officers

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Newly appointed Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar on Saturday sent out a strong message against corruption during his first high-level review meeting with senior officers, making it clear that maintaining the integrity and credibility of the force would be among his top priorities. Kumar also directed the officers to ensure transparency, accountability and professionalism in policing while strengthening public trust in the capital’s law enforcement agency, as per PTI.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

E20 opponents to begin sit-in at Jantar Mantar on Sunday against govt’s ethanol-blending mandate

E20 opponents to begin sit-in at Jantar Mantar on Sunday against govt’s ethanol-blending mandate

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E20 critics are set to stage what organisers describe as the first public protest against the Centre’s ethanol-blending policy, with a sit-in planned at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Sunday. A petrol pump attendant picks up a nozzle to refuel a vehicle. (AFP) Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla took to X to announce that the demonstration targets the government’s E20 fuel rollout, with protesters demanding that motorists be given a choice between different ethanol blends instead of a mandatory E20 regime. The protest is scheduled to begin at 2 pm on Sunday, July 5. The campaign, organised against the “Ethanol Scam”, follows weeks of criticism of the E20 rollout on social media and automobile forums. Political analyst Ratan Dhillon, another organiser of the protest, said preparations were complete, although the group was still awaiting final permission from Delhi Police. He said authorities had indicated that permission could be denied because of the possibility of a large gathering. Also Read | Industry experts defend E20 petrol amid engine damage claims; say fuel safe for older vehicles: ‘Years of …

NSUI moves Delhi HC against CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 exams

NSUI moves Delhi HC against CBSE’s On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 exams

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The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has moved the Delhi High Court by filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the implementation of the Central Board of Secondary Education`s (CBSE) newly introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for evaluation of Class 12 board examination answer sheets.   The OSM system is a digital evaluation method where physical exam papers are scanned, digitally masked to hide students` identities, and evaluated by teachers on a computer screen. The plea, filed through NSUI President Vinod Jhakhar, has raised concerns over the fairness, transparency and reliability of the digital evaluation mechanism, alleging that thousands of students across the country faced issues such as blurred scans, missing pages, mismatched answer sheets, incomplete uploads and unexpectedly low marks following the declaration of Class 12 results. According to the petition, Class 12 board examination marks have a direct bearing on admissions to universities and professional institutions, scholarship opportunities and future academic prospects. “Class XII board marks are not only a record of academic performance. They determine admission to universities, professional colleges, scholarship …

Government steps up surveillance and transparency measures

Government steps up surveillance and transparency measures

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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a high-level review meeting with former ISRO chief K. Radhakrishnan to assess preparations for the NEET-UG re-exam scheduled for June 21. The discussion focused on strengthening security, surveillance, and transparency across 5,400 exam centres Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

CNG price hike draws criticisms from Ex-Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot, demands transparency

CNG price hike draws criticisms from Ex-Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot, demands transparency

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Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and Congress leader Ashok Gehlot strongly criticised the Centre regarding the CNG price hike, claiming that the public is “suffering” due to the lack of transparent communication with the public. The prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) have increased by Rs 2 per kg with effect from Tuesday, adding to the commuting burden for users of CNG-powered vehicles. Speaking to reporters in Jaipur, Gehlot questioned the government, claiming that their explanation behind the hikes has created “misconceptions and misunderstandings”. “Today, they increased CNG prices. What kind of joke is this? You should speak openly about this is our compulsion. People will like that. What they are doing is precisely what creates misconceptions and misunderstandings among the people. The public is suffering; petrol and diesel are not available. There are queues… This is happening because the Government of India is not clarifying the situation,” he said. Gehlot emphasised that being honest about the global economic situation would be a better strategy than maintaining silence. “What is the opposition demanding? What is Rahul …