News for 'Sabha Arun Jaitley'

Sebi receives over 740 investor complaints this fiscal

Sebi receives over 740 investor complaints this fiscal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Sebi takes up complaints with concerned companies and in case of non-resolution of complaints takes punitive action.

CBI went through files unrelated to Rajender, read DDCA files: Kejriwal

CBI went through files unrelated to Rajender, read DDCA files: Kejriwal

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

Amid his confrontation with the Centre, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal accused it of seizing documents "unrelated" to the agency's probe against his principal secretary.

Why the first post-GST Budget will be 'different'

Why the first post-GST Budget will be 'different'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

The forthcoming Budget, the last full one before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, is expected to contain a number of sops and feel-good announcements, especially regarding social sector schemes.

From 11 leaders in 2014 to only Modi in 2019 on BJP's manifesto cover

From 11 leaders in 2014 to only Modi in 2019 on BJP's manifesto cover

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Vajpayee's picture is now displayed on the last page along with those of party's idealogue Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, who were on the second page of the 2014 manifesto.

Baru's book official confirmation of 'weak PM': BJP

Baru's book official confirmation of 'weak PM': BJP

Rediff.com13 Apr 2014

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leaders on Sunday attacked ruling Congress and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over a book written by a former aide of Singh, saying it is a confirmation of what the world already knew that he is a "weak" PM and Sonia Gandhi had the last word in government matters.

Govt to resolve issues hampering GST roll out within this year

Govt to resolve issues hampering GST roll out within this year

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

According to the Minister, GST proposals would help in spurring growth and employment.

Union minister Manish Tewari to contest from Ludhiana

Union minister Manish Tewari to contest from Ludhiana

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Congress has decided to re-nominate Union minister Manish Tewari from Ludhiana seat and his candidature will be announced soon.

Cabinet nod to ordinance on triple talaq

Cabinet nod to ordinance on triple talaq

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

The bill will lapse on June 3 with the dissolution of the present Lok Sabha.

Collegium system is here to stay

Collegium system is here to stay

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

The collegium system of appointment of judges is likely to stay for the time being as Parliament could not pass a constitutional amendment bill in the last session of the Lok Sabha to put in place a new mechanism giving the Executive a say in the matter.

FM clarifies doubts over 7.4% GDP

FM clarifies doubts over 7.4% GDP

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

India's growth rate is not UPA/NDA issue, Arun Jaitley said.

Rajya Sabha numbers on mind, BJP dials Jaya

Rajya Sabha numbers on mind, BJP dials Jaya

Rediff.com19 May 2014

BJP-led govt will need regional parties' support in Upper House to get legislation cleared. Archis Mohan reports

TMC to skip all-party meet, says not available at BJP's beck and call

TMC to skip all-party meet, says not available at BJP's beck and call

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

The Trinamool Congress has refused to attend the all party meet which is to take place on Sunday to discuss the agenda for the winter session of Parliament.

SP leader's tea-seller remark is 'anti-poor': Modi

SP leader's tea-seller remark is 'anti-poor': Modi

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party led by its prime ministerial nominee Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a scathing attack on senior Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal after he mocked Modi's credentials for leading the country saying a tea-seller cannot make a good prime minister.

President to address joint sitting of Parliament today

President to address joint sitting of Parliament today

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

President Pranab Mukherjee will address a joint sitting of Parliament on Monday, laying the roadmap of the new government headed by Narendra Modi.

Lok Sabha passes bill to ensure 10% quota for poor in general category

Lok Sabha passes bill to ensure 10% quota for poor in general category

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

Social Justice Minister Thaavarchand Gehlot sought to allay doubts raised by several opposition members about the legislation's fate if challenged in the Supreme Court, saying he can say with confidence that the apex court will accept it.

Preneet Kaur denies having any bank account overseas

Preneet Kaur denies having any bank account overseas

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Former minister responds to Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com's questions.

After Rajan, Swamy now wants Modi's chief economic advisor sacked, GST junked

After Rajan, Swamy now wants Modi's chief economic advisor sacked, GST junked

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Swamy now wants Arvind Subramanian, one of the front runners for the post of the new RBI governor to be sacked.

It's June 25 Again For Kapil's Devils!

It's June 25 Again For Kapil's Devils!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

To celebrate India's glorious World Cup win on June 25, 1983, Paymentz launch The 1983 World Cup Opus exactly 39 years later.

'Reform initiatives taken by BJP bigger than Big Bang'

'Reform initiatives taken by BJP bigger than Big Bang'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Congress is opposing the GST bill in the current form.

Modi is BJP parliamentary party leader in both Houses

Modi is BJP parliamentary party leader in both Houses

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Home Minister Rajnath Singh will be the deputy leader of the party in the Lok Sabha and Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in the Rajya Sabha.

TMC's Derek O'Brien suspended, later allowed to attend RS

TMC's Derek O'Brien suspended, later allowed to attend RS

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Amid a massive ruckus after the suspension order, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned.

2 Chinese helicopters entered Uttarakhand in April, June

2 Chinese helicopters entered Uttarakhand in April, June

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Two Chinese helicopters entered Indian territory in Uttarakhand on two occasions in April and June after which the Army launched protests with the Chinese Army, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Aadhaar Bill to ensure privacy protection

Aadhaar Bill to ensure privacy protection

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The UIDAI, set up in 2009, will manage the generation and authentication of Aadhaar numbers.

'World Bank's biz cities report must have measurable targets'

'World Bank's biz cities report must have measurable targets'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The World Bank group has been publishing annually 'Doing Business Report' since 2004.

4 Navy officers facing action for warship-boat collision

4 Navy officers facing action for warship-boat collision

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

The Navy is initiating disciplinary action against four officers and two sailors found culpable by a Board of Inquiry for collision between warship INS Talwar and a fishing vessel in December last year, Rajya Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Government promises a house for all by 2022

Government promises a house for all by 2022

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

The government has also proposed to set up a Mission on Low Cost Affordable Housing to be anchored in the National Housing Bank.

Highlights of how the government ranks itself

Highlights of how the government ranks itself

Rediff.com23 May 2015

Jaitley said Modi government has put decisiveness and transparency on forefront in face of obstructionism.

LS adjourns for recess; to meet again on March 5

LS adjourns for recess; to meet again on March 5

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

It also marks the end of the first half of the Budget session in the Lok Sabha.

Black money: Compliance window in the next 2-3 weeks

Black money: Compliance window in the next 2-3 weeks

Rediff.com14 May 2015

The black money bill got the nod of the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Restrictions on gold imports likely to stay

Restrictions on gold imports likely to stay

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

Both the government as well as the RBI took a series of steps to curb imports of gold and other non-essential items in addition to increase foreign exchange inflows.

Interim Budget: No, Just A True Vote On Account!

Interim Budget: No, Just A True Vote On Account!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

She has shown shrewdness, sensitivity, and courage. All of these will be needed in ample quantities for the real challenge that will emerge after the elections, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Both houses of Parliament prorogued

Both houses of Parliament prorogued

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Both houses of Parliament were prorogued on Friday, almost a month after being adjourned sine die, ending the possibility of an extension of the Monsoon session in the face of continued stand-off between government and opposition.

Don't obstruct India's historic chance to grow: FM to Opposition

Don't obstruct India's historic chance to grow: FM to Opposition

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

Arun Jaitley rejected the charge that the government is pro-rich.

BJP may announce candidates for over 150 LS seats on Thursday

BJP may announce candidates for over 150 LS seats on Thursday

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party is likely to announce the names of its candidates for over 150 Lok Sabha seats on Thursday.

'Oly committee warning to cancel accreditation of Goel biggest insult.'

'Oly committee warning to cancel accreditation of Goel biggest insult.'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Suspended BJP MP Kirti Azad said Rio Olympics Organising Committee's warning that it will cancel the accreditation of Sport Minister Vijay Goel over his alleged violation of protocols is the "biggest insult" to the nation and had brought it a "bad name". Azad, a former international cricketer, also rejected the Ministry's claim that it was a case of misunderstanding, saying breaking protocols is a way of life for Indian politicians and there is no smoke without fire.

Told not to contest LS poll: Murli Manohar Joshi

Told not to contest LS poll: Murli Manohar Joshi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Joshi has issued a brief statement for voters in Kanpur, from where the 85-year-old leader had won in 2014.

Govt banks penalised peons, cashiers over rising NPAs

Govt banks penalised peons, cashiers over rising NPAs

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Most of those punished were managers across different scales, from Scale 7 (general managers) to Scale 1 (officers). However, at least one bank - Oriental Bank of Commerce - revealed that 17 single-window operators (SWOs), five head cashiers, two clerks, one clerk-cum-cashier, and one peon-cum-housekeeper were among those penalised for staff delinquency. Punishments against these employees included withholding of increment, demotion for one year, and censure under provisions of the bipartite settlement.

India lost 19 fighter jets, 11 helicopters in 3 years

India lost 19 fighter jets, 11 helicopters in 3 years

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Altogether 19 fighter aircraft and 11 helicopters of the armed forces crashed in last three years in which 24 service personnel were killed, Lok Sabha was informed on Friday.

BJP requests Pranab to refer ordinance back to govt

BJP requests Pranab to refer ordinance back to govt

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Terming the ordinance on convicted members of Parliament and members of Legislative Assembly as "immoral and unconstitutional", the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday said President Pranab Mukherjee is not "duty-bound" to give assent to it and suggested to him that he should send it back to the government.

PM's step-brother joins BJP, family 'shocked'

PM's step-brother joins BJP, family 'shocked'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2014

The entry of Kohli, a local businessman, into the BJP came a day after the prime minister rejected perceptions of a 'Modi wave' in the country. Lok Sabha elections in Punjab are due in one phase on April 30.