News for 'Black Money'

Coldplay, Diljit tickets: ED lodges money laundering case

Coldplay, Diljit tickets: ED lodges money laundering case

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday said it has detected alleged irregularities after it conducted raids in a money laundering case to probe 'black marketing' of tickets for two 'highly anticipated' music concerts by British rock band Coldplay and actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh.

Govt wisens up, plugs holes in 2nd black money scheme

Govt wisens up, plugs holes in 2nd black money scheme

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

The PMGKY will not allow declarants to use claims made for refunds for advance taxes paid, tax deducted at source and tax collected under the scheme.

No Of Nil Tax Returns Nearly Doubles In 5 Years

No Of Nil Tax Returns Nearly Doubles In 5 Years

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

ITRs with zero tax liability have increased to 55.7 million in FY25.

FIDE Women's World Cup: Vantika holds nerves to down Ushenina

FIDE Women's World Cup: Vantika holds nerves to down Ushenina

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

With Vantika's hard-earned victory there are still five Indians left in the last 32 stage of this US$691,250 prize money event with an additional bonus of making it to the Women's candidates' tournament slated in 2026 for the top three finishers.

Govt crackdown on black money continues, says FM

Govt crackdown on black money continues, says FM

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

The issue of alleged tax evasion by Indians through banks and other entities in offshore locations, specially Switzerland, has been matter of a political debate in India.

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Alleging that the BJP would end democracy if it was not voted out, Kharge said it was because of this democracy that a tea-seller's son could become the prime minister of India and he, the son of a labourer, could become the president of the opposition Congress.

'At 70, I'm Excited To Kick Off My 3rd Innings'

'At 70, I'm Excited To Kick Off My 3rd Innings'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'Even if I had the backing of a big corporate house, which I don't, in today's market, I wouldn't want the responsibility of making a Rs 300 crore-Rs 400 crore film.'

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Income tax raids, killer games, village elections, criminal investigations, things are rather exciting on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma notes.

India presses for auto info exchange to deal with black money

India presses for auto info exchange to deal with black money

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

India has called for implementation of the automatic exchange of tax info.

CBI seeks international cooperation to recover black money

CBI seeks international cooperation to recover black money

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

The CBI director had earlier estimated blackmoney to the tune of Rs 24.5 lakh crore (around $500 billion) parked abroad but today he did not make a mention about the figure.

Stranded in Tehran, Bengal man plan to cross over Afghanistan or Pak

Stranded in Tehran, Bengal man plan to cross over Afghanistan or Pak

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'I hear that there are some 10,000 Indians stuck in Iran, including nearly 4,000 students from Kashmir. But, I do not know any of them. Here I am all by myself and the embassy has asked me not to venture out far from my hotel. People here are going about their daily lives despite the bombings'

Black money: ED issues notices to account holders

Black money: ED issues notices to account holders

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

ED has initiated action against these account holders in Mumbai, Delhi and other cities.

'Cong won't be embarrassed if any ex-minister on black money list'

'Cong won't be embarrassed if any ex-minister on black money list'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2014

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Friday dismissed Finance Minister Arun Jaitleys' remarks that disclosure of the names of black money account holders can embarrass Congress amid speculation that the list could include a former United Progressive Alliance minister.

That's 'The' Birkin Bag... And It's Being Sold!

That's 'The' Birkin Bag... And It's Being Sold!

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

The world's most coveted handbag is back in the spotlight.

Black money: India opens tax unit in Mauritius

Black money: India opens tax unit in Mauritius

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

The government has set up two income tax overseas units at its missions in Singapore and Mauritius and will create such units in eight more countries to facilitate exchange of information on tax-related issues, Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

HC terms Raghav Bahl's plea to quash money laundering case 'premature'

HC terms Raghav Bahl's plea to quash money laundering case 'premature'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The Delhi high court on Monday refused to quash an Enforcement Directorate money laundering case against media baron Raghav Bahl, saying the plea was "premature".

ED files money-laundering case against Kerala CM's daughter

ED files money-laundering case against Kerala CM's daughter

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money-laundering case against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter Veena Vijayan and her IT firm for receiving 'illegal payments' from a Kochi-based private firm, official sources said on Wednesday.

Black money: Dos & don'ts of operating a foreign bank account

Black money: Dos & don'ts of operating a foreign bank account

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

Of the 700-odd Indians having foreign bank accounts, not all can be deemed to be operating these illegally.

Akasa Air's net loss widens to 1,983 crore in FY25 as costs, delays rise

Akasa Air's net loss widens to 1,983 crore in FY25 as costs, delays rise

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Akasa Air's standalone net loss rose 18.7 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to roughly Rs 1,983 crore in 2024-25 (FY25), driven by rising employee costs, aircraft maintenance and airport charges, and a sharp increase in foreign exchange (forex) expenses, sources privy to the development told Business Standard.

Fresh trouble for Gehlot, BJP MP files money-laundering complaint with ED

Fresh trouble for Gehlot, BJP MP files money-laundering complaint with ED

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

The complaint against CM's son Vaibhav Gehlot and a man described as the younger Gehlot's business associate seeks action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

'From India-First To India-For-The-World'

'From India-First To India-For-The-World'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'The next decade will be even more transformative,' says Prime Minister Modi. 'We are moving from digital governance to global digital leadership.'

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The share of EVs in the luxury segment rose from 7 per cent in January-May 2024 to 11 per cent during the same period in 2025, marking a 66 per cent growth in the electric luxury segment.

BJP MPs declare they have no black money stashed abroad

BJP MPs declare they have no black money stashed abroad

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

In keeping with an announcement made by party leader L K Advani, Bharatiya Janata Party MPs from both Houses of Parliament on Friday submitted declarations to their respective presiding officers stating that they do not have any illegal money stashed in foreign bank accounts.

IT raids on Gujarat realty firm unearth Rs 500 cr in black money

IT raids on Gujarat realty firm unearth Rs 500 cr in black money

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

The raids that were launched at 22 premises of the group and the brokers on September 28 are underway, the statement by the Central Board of Direct Taxes said.

Found: Doctor-medical centre nexus and Rs 100cr black money

Found: Doctor-medical centre nexus and Rs 100cr black money

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

It claimed doctors were being paid 'for referring medical tests'.

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj pulls a Priyanka to target Gandhis

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj pulls a Priyanka to target Gandhis

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Her black bag had "National Herald Ki Loot" emblazoned over it in red colour.

What Shah said on Rahul's 'hafta vasooli' dig on electoral bonds

What Shah said on Rahul's 'hafta vasooli' dig on electoral bonds

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

;The entire INDIA bloc, led by Rahul Gandhi, was against the bonds and they wanted the old system of cut money to rule over politics once again;

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The BYD Sealion 7 offers instant, exhilarating power, effortlessly pinning you to your seat with a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 4.5 seconds -- a performance proudly showcased on its rear badging.

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The foremost lesson for India today is to beef up its air defence to cater for multiple drone attacks. As seen in Operation Sindoor, we have come a long way, but there's room for getting better. We must develop a robust and almost impregnable air cover over ourselves, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

India approaches tax havens on global black money expose

India approaches tax havens on global black money expose

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

Plans to probe into financial details of more than 500 individuals, entities that might have secret offshore accounts at various places abroad

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

Tata Motors unveils 4WD Harrier EV for Rs 21.49 lakh

Tata Motors unveils 4WD Harrier EV for Rs 21.49 lakh

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The Harrier EV is the first mainstream EV in India to offer a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (AWD) which the company has termed as QWD, The Quad Wheel Drive, reports Rajesh Karkera.

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

'Europe Loved Aranyer Din Ratri'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'I am glad Aranyer Din Ratri is being shown at Cannes.' 'The film was better appreciated outside India even when released originally.'

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Foreign investment in bonds issued by Indian corporates touched a 10-year high in May at 20,996 crore, driven by $3.35 billion fundraise by the Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) group, which saw infusion from Deutsche Bank, BlackRock, Morgan Stanley, Davidson Kempner, and Cerberus Capital, among others. The SP group sold three-year bonds, offering 19.75 per cent yield compounded annually and payable at maturity.

What India can do to track black MONEY abroad

What India can do to track black MONEY abroad

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

There is much more that the government can do to track money hidden abroad.

'With black money, we are the richest nation'

'With black money, we are the richest nation'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

Dr Subhash C Kashyap, former secretary-general of the Lok Sabha and a well-known expert on Parliamentary affairs, has been involved in fighting corruption for years. The former member of the National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution speaks to Rediff.com's Claude Arpi about the root cause of the massive corruption permeating the Indian system and the need to find a solution.

 Govt mulls disclosure scheme to bring black money back

Govt mulls disclosure scheme to bring black money back

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

The CBDT is understood to be 'seriously considering' recommending to the government a scheme on the lines of the Voluntary Disclosure of Income Scheme announced in 1996 to tap funds lying abroad for productive use in India.

Will new tax code help bring back black money?

Will new tax code help bring back black money?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

Taxable assets have been defined to include deposits in banks outside India.

Bring back black money, end tax havens. But how?

Bring back black money, end tax havens. But how?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

Tax Information Exchange Agreements between countries are one way to prevent, or at least curb, the flow of illicit funds.