Sitharaman meets Finnish Parliamentary delegation
New Delhi [India], September 10 (ANI): Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Tuesday interacted with the members of the Finnish Parliamentary delegation from the Commerce Committee. The delegation was led by Sakari Puisto, MP, and Chairman of Commerce Committee. Show Full Article The Finance Ministry said in a post on X that […] Key Points
ThePrintRBI monetary policy outcome: Date, time and other details you need to know
Market watchers predict that the committee will continue to keep the repo rate at its current 6.5% despite growing inflation pressures. Key Points
Business TodayZEE floats Monthly Management Mentorship program to measure business growth
The program, led by ZEE Chairman R. Gopalan, has been constituted to protect the interests of all stakeholders of the company. Key Points
Business TodayUS Fed leaves key rates unchanged: Full text from Fed's monetary policy statement
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday left the key lending rates unchanged at 5.25% - 5.50% for a fifth straight meeting after a two-day Federal Open Market committee (FOMC) consultation, despite signs that inflation stayed surprisingly high at the start of the year Key Points
mintIt's confirmed, Rahul Gandhi to contest from Wayanad in Lok Sabha polls. No announcement on Amethi yet
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will contest from Wayanad in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The Congress Election committee has cleared the names of all 15 sitting MPs from Kerala, including Rahul Gandhi. The committee has also approved candidates for several seats in Chhattisgarh, Manipur, and Thiruvananthapuram. There are indications of a possible alliance with the CPM in Tripura. The final decision on candidates will be made by Rahul Gandhi. Key Points
Economic Times
India, Asean discuss review of trade agreement
Eight sub-committees have been constituted under the India-Asean free trade agreement joint committee for the review of the pact. The AITIGA Joint committee aims to conclude the review in 2025 and address the long-standing demand of Indian businesses to eliminate barriers and misuse of the trade pact. Key Points
Economic TimesGovernment to set up panel to tackle 'challenges' of population growth
India News: The government will establish a high-powered committee to address the challenges arising from population growth and demographic changes. The committee will focus on issues related to population growth, demographic changes, urbanization, jobs, skilling, and faster development. Key Points
Times Of IndiaDelhi Police form committee to study new Criminal Law Bills, prepare course material
The Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023, intend to replace the colonial-era IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act. These bills received President Droupadi Murmu's assent on December 25 during the winter session of Parliament. Key Points
Economic TimesCongress constitutes Manifesto committee for 2024 Lok Sabha elections with P Chidambaram as chairman
The Congress party has established a manifesto committee for the upcoming 2024 general elections, with former Union minister P. Chidambaram appointed as the chairman. The 16-member panel, including Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, will be responsible for finalizing the party's agenda for the elections. Key Points
Economic Times'If implemented, public and central govt will benefit irrespective of party': Kovind on 'one nation, one election'
Addressing reporters in Rae Bareli on Monday night, Kovind said, 'If implemented, the party which is in power at the Centre will benefit, be it the BJP or the Congress or any other party. There is no discrimination.' Key Points
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U.S. senators expect Meta, TikTok CEOs to testify at hearing on child sexual exploitation
The U.S. Senate Judiciary committee said it will hold a Dec. 6 hearing on online child sexual exploitation and expects Meta (META.O) CEO Mark Zuckerberg and TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will agree to testify voluntarily. Key Points
ReutersOfficials reject Oppn charge on pace of Lok Sabha panel proceedings against Bidhuri
Opposition leaders have raised concerns about the slow progress in proceedings against BJP lawmaker Ramesh Bidhuri in the privileges panel. However, officials have stated that all cases before the committee are on hold due to the festive season. The pending cases also include those filed by BJP MPs, ruling out allegations of partial treatment against opposition lawmakers. The functionary assured that all cases will resume shortly after the festive season ends. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times'No discussion on Mahua Moitra report': Opposition MPs' ‘Mahabharat’ reference
JD(U) MP Giridhari Yadav said he received the 500-page report of the ethics committee but there was no discussion on it. Danish Ali said he did not read it yet. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesCash-for-query case: Mahua Moitra wants to 'cross-examine' Darshan Hiranandani
Darshan Hiranandani had admitted to having paid bribes to Moitra to target businessman Gautam Adani to malign and embarrass Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The CEO of the real estate-to-energy group also claimed in his affidavit that Moitra had also provided him with her login credentials for the Parliament's official website so that he could post the questions directly on her behalf”. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha Ethics committee looking into Mahua Moitra case — how it was formed & what are its powers
TMC MP Moitra facing inquiry over bribery and misconduct allegations. Businessman Darshan Hiranandani has alleged he paid Moitra to raise certain questions in Parliament. Key Points
ThePrint
GST Council's fitment committee rejects rate cut on over dozen items; defers call on uniform cess on tobac
The Fitment committee of goods and services tax (GST) Council has recommended exempting powdered millet from GST when sold in loose form, with 70% millet content. The fitment committee, which comprises revenue officials from both the Centre and states also deferred decision on imposing uniform cess on cigarettes and bidi, as the industry said that the current cess system is not uniform. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy was Mahatma Gandhi never awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
Mahatma Gandhi, a symbol of peace and non-violence in the 20th century, was never awarded the Nobel Peace Prize despite being nominated five times. Here's why. Key Points
India TodayLok Sabha panel ‘unanimously’ recommends revoking Adhir's suspension, ball in Speaker's court
Congress MP told privileges panel he didn't intend to 'insult or hurt' anyone, it is learnt. Motion that led to his suspension was moved after PM’s response to Oppn’s no-confidence motion. Key Points
ThePrintCongress forms multiple panels for poll-bound Chhattisgarh
New Delhi: The Congress has formed a 23-member election manifesto committee for Chhattisgarh, to be headed by Mohd Akbar. A seven-member poll management committee will have Shiv Kumar Dahariya its chairman and Ramgopal Aggarwal convener. A nine-member disciplinary committee will be headed by Dhanend Key Points
The Tribune IndiaCongress constitutes multiple committees for poll-bound Chhattisgarh
The Congress on Friday announced constitution of a 23-member Election Manifesto committee for Chhattisgarh. Mohd. Akbar has been named Chairman of the committee. Key Points
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PAC calls for stricter measures while undertaking railways maintenance works
The Public Accounts committee (PAC) of India calls for strict safety measures and adherence to Joint Procedure Orders (JPO) by Indian Railways, following procedural lapses during maintenance works that led to cable faults. The PAC report also highlights that the recent derailment of Coromandel Express is a reminder of the severe consequences of such incidents and requires immediate action, including investing in advanced technology. Key Points
Economic TimesJairam Ramesh resigns as Chairman of Standing committee on environment, climate change
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has resigned from the post of Chairman for Parliamentary committee for Science and Technology, environment, forests, and climate change, expressing disappointment over the Modi government's behavior and the bypassing of many bills. Ramesh believes the government has turned institutional mechanisms worthless, and he sees no value in continuing as the chairman of this standing committee under these circumstances. Key Points
Economic TimesUS congressional committee fails to reach deal on stablecoin bill, chair says
The top Republican and Democrat on the U.S. House Financial Services committee on Thursday said they had failed to come to an agreement on a bill to establish a federal regulatory framework for stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency typically pegged to a traditional asset, often the U.S. dollar. Key Points
ReutersExpert panel recommends legal framework for MNI platform
On 4th July 2023, Chairperson of the Expert committee has submitted a report of the Expert committee on MNI platform. Aforesaid committee has recommended the implementation framework of MNI-P platform, legal framework & inter-state reciprocity of license and movement, dispute resolution mechanism, roll-out strategy etc, an official statement said. Key Points
Economic TimesRaising marriageable age for women, ban on polygamy — what's in Uttarakhand's draft UCC
Constituted last year by Pushkar Singh Dhami govt, expert panel has also looked at live-in relationships & inheritance laws. Draft likely to be submitted to govt mid-July. Key Points
ThePrint
What is BBMP Restructuring committee and how will it help the fast-growing Bengaluru?
The State government on June 12, reconvened the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Restructuring Committee, which the previous Congress regime (between 2013 and 2018) had formed. The newly-elected Congress government is keen on splitting the BBMP into multiple corporations for ease of administration. Key Points
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