News for 'Directorate of Vigilance'

CVC awaits sanction to prosecute 100 govt officials

CVC awaits sanction to prosecute 100 govt officials

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

As per norms, sanction for prosecution of government employees accused of corruption has to be given within four months' stipulated time.

Always retrieve unclaimed dividend!

Always retrieve unclaimed dividend!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

Investors should keep updating their personal and bank details with fund houses. They should also opt for the auto-pay facility so that the dividend proceeds get credited into their account directly, advises Bindisha Sarang.

4 detected with SA Covid variant, 1 with Brazil strain: Govt

4 detected with SA Covid variant, 1 with Brazil strain: Govt

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

All travellers and contacts have been tested and quarantined.

AP CM sets up panel to probe corruption charges

AP CM sets up panel to probe corruption charges

Rediff.com17 Sep 2007

In the 56-page report released to the media after laying down office as Vigilance Commissioner, R C Samal accused three ministers and 18 senior All India Services (IAS, IPS and Indian Forest Service) officials of indulging in corrupt practices.

Violent protests break out across country over remarks on Prophet

Violent protests break out across country over remarks on Prophet

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Protests broke out in some states on Friday, including Delhi's Jama Masjid and stone-petling at policemen in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj and Saharanpur, over the controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad by two now-suspended Bharatiya Janata Party functionaries with demonstrators in Jharkhand injuring a few policemen while authorities in Jammu imposed a curfew in few areas and parts of Kashmir observed a shutdown.

Intense lobbying on as race for CBI chief's post begins

Intense lobbying on as race for CBI chief's post begins

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

Six IPS officers have been shortlisted for the post of the CBI director once incumbent A P Singh retires in November. Sheela Bhatt reports

India's considerable population still vulnerable to COVID-19: ICMR

India's considerable population still vulnerable to COVID-19: ICMR

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

One in 15 individuals aged 10 years and above were estimated to be exposed to SARS- CoV2 by August 2020, ICMR's 2nd sero-survey said.

Rahul leads march to CBI HQ, courts arrest

Rahul leads march to CBI HQ, courts arrest

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The Congress' protests in the national capital were replicated in other parts of the country.

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Top 2 CBI officers 'divested of powers'; interim chief takes over

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

After taking over on Tuesday night, Rao overhauled the team probing allegations of corruption against Asthana, bringing in completely new faces, officials said.

'CBI has been reduced to a mockery'

'CBI has been reduced to a mockery'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

'These officers should have sat together and sorted things out.' 'And if things were not working out amicably then the other organisations which control the CBI -- be it the CVC or the prime minister's office or even the home ministry -- someone should have gone ahead and solved these problems rather than reducing it to this farcical situation.'

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

A "Peace for Paris" symbol, combining the city's beloved Eiffel Tower with the peace sign of the Sixties, has gone viral following the Paris terror attacks.

SC to hear plea against Nageswara Rao as CBI interim chief next week

SC to hear plea against Nageswara Rao as CBI interim chief next week

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

The petition has sought laying down of specific mechanisms to ensure transparency in the process of appointment of CBI director.

'None of you deserves a hearing': SC fumes over 'leak' in CBI case

'None of you deserves a hearing': SC fumes over 'leak' in CBI case

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

"It is only for you Mr Nariman and not as a counsel for Alok Verma. We have given this to you as you are one of the most respected and senior member of the institution. Please help us," the bench also comprising justices S K Kaul and K M Joseph, told Nariman.

Bureaucratic rejig at Centre: New secys appointed

Bureaucratic rejig at Centre: New secys appointed

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The appointment of new expenditure secretary comes a month-and-a-half ahead of the Budget for 2020-21 to be presented on February 1.

10 OTT Shows To Watch

10 OTT Shows To Watch

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Sukanya Verma brings the latest action on OTT platforms this week.

'I respect Bhushan, Jethmalani but I'm not the kind of man they allege'

'I respect Bhushan, Jethmalani but I'm not the kind of man they allege'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

K V Chowdary, who is set to take over as the new Chief Vigilance Commissioner on Tuesday said he has full respect for both Prashant Bhushan and Ram Jethmalani, who have opposed his appointment to the top post in the country's apex anti-corruption watchdog.

CBI autonomy: Centre makes many promises to SC

CBI autonomy: Centre makes many promises to SC

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that it is bringing significant legal changes to free the Central Bureau of Investigation from extraneous influences and usher in a new system of appointing its director. The director will be given protection on the lines of the provisions in the Central Vigilance Commission's law, under which the incumbent can be sacked only by the President on a reference by the CVC, that he is guilty of misbehaviour or incapacity.

Alok Verma shunted out as CBI chief

Alok Verma shunted out as CBI chief

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

He has been removed from the high-profile post on the charges of corruption and dereliction of duty making him the first chief in the history of the agency to face such action.

'This govt has taken flesh and blood out of CBI'

'This govt has taken flesh and blood out of CBI'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

'Forget Asthana. Forget Alok Verma. It is this government that has done the greatest damage.' 'My biggest worry is that they have made the CBI a puppet of the government.' 'They want the CBI director to act as per the wishes of the government.'

FIR against Asthana shows cognisable offences: CBI to Delhi HC

FIR against Asthana shows cognisable offences: CBI to Delhi HC

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

The agency opposed Asthana's plea seeking quashing of the FIR and said a roving inquiry at this stage was not permissible.

Sadhu Yadav chargesheeted in flood-relief scam

Sadhu Yadav chargesheeted in flood-relief scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

The vigilance officials submitted the chargesheet in the court of special vigilance judge Ramnivas Prasad, bureau's Additional Director-General Neelmani said.

Bird flu: States on alert; Kerala culls chickens, ducks

Bird flu: States on alert; Kerala culls chickens, ducks

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Culling of chickens and ducks began on Tuesday in parts of Kerala to contain the H5N8 strain of bird flu, while Jammu and Kashmir sounded an alert and started collecting samples from migratory species after Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh reported cases of the avian influenza.

Probe NPAs above Rs 50 cr, report fraud to CBI: FinMin to PSBs

Probe NPAs above Rs 50 cr, report fraud to CBI: FinMin to PSBs

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Banks will also have to seek borrower's status report from Central Economic Intelligence Bureau on the account turning NPA

PM-led panel meets for 2nd time to decide fate of CBI chief

PM-led panel meets for 2nd time to decide fate of CBI chief

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The panel's meet held on Wednesday remained inconclusive, they said, without giving further details.

UP Lokayukta for CBI or ED probe against ex-minister

UP Lokayukta for CBI or ED probe against ex-minister

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta Justice N K Mehrotra on Tuesday recommended an inquiry by an independent agency, including Central Bureau of Investigation or Enforcement Directorate, against former sports minister Ayodhya Prasad Pal in a disproportionate assets case.

CVC to chair meeting tomorrow on next CBI chief

CVC to chair meeting tomorrow on next CBI chief

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Central Vigilance Commissioner Pradeep Kumar will hold a high-level meeting on Tuesday to decide on the next Central Bureau of Investigation director.

Will 2020 bring cheer to Indian banking sector?

Will 2020 bring cheer to Indian banking sector?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Amid slowdown blues, the government has unveiled a raft of measures over the past few months aimed at improving liquidity in the system, moderating interest rates as well as credit growth apart from addressing stress in the NBFC sector.

Transferred over false, unsubstantiated and frivolous charges: Verma

Transferred over false, unsubstantiated and frivolous charges: Verma

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Breaking his silence, the ousted CBI chief said that he was transferred on the basis of allegations made by only one person, who was inimical to him.

EXPLAINED: CBI war between Rakesh Asthana and Alok Verma

EXPLAINED: CBI war between Rakesh Asthana and Alok Verma

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

India's premier investigating agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation, is witnessing an unprecedented crisis since the last few weeks. At the heart of the crisis is the struggle between its two top bosses -- Alok Verma and Rakesh Asthana. As the case continues to play out in the public with allegations being countered with more allegations, here's all you need to know about the feud and its various twists and turns.

Rishiganga hydro project washed away by glacier burst

Rishiganga hydro project washed away by glacier burst

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

A 13.2 MW small hydro project on the Rishiganga river was swept away in the glacier burst in Uttarakhand on Sunday, but there is no danger of floods in the downstream areas as the water level has been contained.

FinMin warns PSU banks on costly cars for staff

FinMin warns PSU banks on costly cars for staff

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

In April 2004, the ministry had permitted banks to purchase new vehicles for replacement or otherwise on "need basis".

Probe against 'Asian Hero' begins

Probe against 'Asian Hero' begins

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

Omicron: Govt to review decision on restarting international flights

Omicron: Govt to review decision on restarting international flights

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

After a long hiatus of more than 20 months, the government had on November 26 announced the resumption of scheduled international commercial flights from December 15.

Nageswara Rao's appointment as interim CBI chief challenged in SC

Nageswara Rao's appointment as interim CBI chief challenged in SC

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

A petition has sought laying down of specific mechanisms to ensure transparency in the process of appointment of CBI director.

Govt plans to remove 'dil ki doori' first, restoring J-K statehood is last

Govt plans to remove 'dil ki doori' first, restoring J-K statehood is last

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

'For the government, statehood is one of the end-points of the journey. A vast distance has to be traversed to reach there. There are many turns on the road, some resting points, and possibly, many cul-de-sacs.'

CJI led bench to hear plea of CBI Chief Alok Verma on Friday

CJI led bench to hear plea of CBI Chief Alok Verma on Friday

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

He has also sought stay of the Centre's order asking him to proceed on leave and giving the interim charge of his post to Joint Director M Nageswara Rao, a 1986 batch Odisha-cadre IPS officer.

Bhushan writes to PM Modi; objects to KV Chowdary as CVC

Bhushan writes to PM Modi; objects to KV Chowdary as CVC

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Prashant Bhushan has opposed the selection of K V Choudary as the next CVC, by a committee headed by PM Narendra Modi, alleging that he was "tainted" and not a proper choice for the post.

AIADMK goes to police against Sasikala, alleges conspiracy to unleash violence in TN

AIADMK goes to police against Sasikala, alleges conspiracy to unleash violence in TN

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Ahead of expelled leader Sasikala's return on February 8 to Tamil Nadu from Karnataka, the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Saturday lodged a complaint with police against her camp alleging a 'conspiracy' to unleash 'violence' and sought action to ensure peace in the state.