News for 'Select Committee'

Perform Or Perish! Gill Under Fire In Chilly Dharamsala

Perform Or Perish! Gill Under Fire In Chilly Dharamsala

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

The controversial decision to select Shubman Gill in place of a well-settled Sanju Samson as the opener has backfired for the Indian team so far.

'Nothing Will Affect Taxpayers' Benefits'

'Nothing Will Affect Taxpayers' Benefits'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'There is no retrospective changing of the law, only its simplification.'

Look at intent, not age: Rahane blasts BCCI selectors

Look at intent, not age: Rahane blasts BCCI selectors

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

I felt India needed me in Australia, selectors should look at intent than age: Ajinkya Rahane

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

In its latest order, the Himachal Pradesh High Court directed the Sports Ministry observer and the Returning Officer to issue a fresh election schedule before April 28, when the case is set to be heard again.

Asia Cup T20: Bumrah to play! Vice-captain race heats up

Asia Cup T20: Bumrah to play! Vice-captain race heats up

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill is the flavour of the season after his stupendous show in the recent Test series against England but he will face a contender in Axar Patel for vice-captaincy

'The sooner ISL starts, the better for Indian football'

'The sooner ISL starts, the better for Indian football'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

India have slumped to 142 in the FIFA rankings -- their lowest in nearly a decade.

Key changes in the new Income Tax Bill

Key changes in the new Income Tax Bill

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The new Income Tax Bill, passed by Lok Sabha on Monday, has retained the provisions regarding ITR filing for TDS claims and tax exemptions for anonymous donations made to all religious-cum-charitable trusts, as in the existing tax laws. The original Income Tax Bill, which was brought in Parliament in February, had done away with this exemption and the ITR filing flexibility for claiming TDS refunds.

India's Raghu Prasad Is World's Best Hockey Umpire!

India's Raghu Prasad Is World's Best Hockey Umpire!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

India's Raghu Prasad named FIH Male Umpire of the Year 2025

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Now you can make final PF pension withdrawal after 3 years

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) board has approved liberalised part withdrawals for subscribers, allowing up to 100 per cent EPF withdrawal, and rolled out the 'Vishwas Scheme' to reduce litigation through rationalised penal damages.

Shreyas, Sarfaraz named in West Zone squad; Shardul to lead

Shreyas, Sarfaraz named in West Zone squad; Shardul to lead

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The West Zone squad was selected by the selection committee chaired by Mumbai's Sanjay Patil, Baroda's Prayan Dave, Maharashtra's Akshay Darekar, Sandip Maniyar from Saurashtra Cricket Association and Kirat Damani from the Gujarat Cricket Association.

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha is confident about securing the hosting rights of the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games during the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26.

'Harmanpreet's 171 Was The Turning Point'

'Harmanpreet's 171 Was The Turning Point'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

For spin great Neetu David it was a culmination of a lifelong dream -- to see the India women's team finally end their wait for a World title.

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

'Nehru did vote chori', Shah defends SIR; Oppn walks out

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday challenged Home Minister Amit Shah to debate with him on his three press conferences in which the Congress leader alleged 'vote chori' by the Bharatiya Janata Party in collusion with the Election Commission.

CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension

CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The Centre has extended the tenure of CBI Director Praveen Sood by one year. Sood, a 1986-batch IPS officer of the Karnataka cadre, took over as the CBI director on May 25, 2023. The decision was taken in a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sood is known for his hands-on approach and has supervised high-profile cases involving high net-worth individuals.

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I want to ask Agarkar how Iyer is not among the reserve players if he is such a strong contender.'

What You Need To Know About New I-T Bill

What You Need To Know About New I-T Bill

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'The new Bill introduces no policy or rate changes, leaving financial planning strategies largely unaffected.'
'The considerations for choosing between the old and new tax regimes remain essentially unchanged.'

Deepika Becomes 1st Indian To Get Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star

Deepika Becomes 1st Indian To Get Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

It's a proud moment for India.

Telangana plans salary cuts for neglecting parents

Telangana plans salary cuts for neglecting parents

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Telangana will introduce legislation to deduct 10-15% of a government employee's salary if they neglect their parents, with the deducted amount going to the parents.

'New I-T Act Will Be Prospective In Nature'

'New I-T Act Will Be Prospective In Nature'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'...so cases that arose under the existing Act will be adjudicated under the old provisions.' 'Care has been taken to ensure that the new I-T Act does not give rise to interpretational issues.'

'There's No Justice With Shreyas lyer'

'There's No Justice With Shreyas lyer'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'He adds stability in the middle order and there were spots where he could have slotted in.'

Karnataka home minister says he is in fray for CM too

Karnataka home minister says he is in fray for CM too

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has hinted at his interest in becoming Chief Minister if there is a leadership change in the state. This comes amid demands for a Dalit CM and speculation about a power-sharing agreement between the current CM and Deputy CM.

Will Harivansh Singh Be The Next Veep?

Will Harivansh Singh Be The Next Veep?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'When Harivansh sits in the chair, you feel your voice will be heard.'

Caste blocs enter Karnataka power tussle; Cong on alert

Caste blocs enter Karnataka power tussle; Cong on alert

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

In a fresh twist to the ongoing power struggle in Karnataka, caste groups backing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar on Thursday threw their weight behind them, with one warning Congress against unseating the incumbent CM while the other community strongly batted for Shivakumar's elevation.

'Girls Are Taking A Leap Of Faith Every Day'

'Girls Are Taking A Leap Of Faith Every Day'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Bandana Preyashi, the bold IAS officer from Bihar who took on dreaded dons, is the court-appointed mentor to 18-year-old Sakshi, who had fled home to follow her IAS dream.

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

ISL crisis deepens: Bagan suspend team, EB turns to BCCI

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Reigning Indian Super League champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Saturday suspended all their football activities indefinitely a day after the AIFF failed to receive a single bid for ISL's commercial rights, and said they will review contracts of players and support staff next month.

Complaint against Raghav Chadha sent to privileges committee

Complaint against Raghav Chadha sent to privileges committee

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday referred the complaints of four MPs, who accused Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha of proposing their name in a House panel without their consent in violation of rules, to the privileges committee to examine and investigate the matter.

Bumrah's Next Move: Asia Cup or WI Tests?

Bumrah's Next Move: Asia Cup or WI Tests?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

India's next international assignment is Asia Cup T20 tournament and it would be a surprise if Bumrah opts to play the tournament considering that the next Test series against West Indies will start in less than a week's time after the event in the UAE.

Why BJP Plans To Drop 2 Dozen Bihar MLAs

Why BJP Plans To Drop 2 Dozen Bihar MLAs

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Winnability to be paramount in selection of candidates, followed by clean public image and proven loyalty to the BJP.

Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Sanju Sets Kerala League On Fire, Again!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Sanju Samson continues red-hot run in KCL with a quickfire 89.

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He doesn't play T20 cricket. So, he will not be a part of the World Cup in 2026 in India. But when they go to 2027 in South Africa, he will be 40 years old. And that's a big number in sport.'

IBBI ends 'going concern' sales under liquidation

IBBI ends 'going concern' sales under liquidation

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

IBBI removes sale of company as going concern in liquidation; now only asset sales allowed, shifting focus strictly to terminal liquidation process.

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There are three aspects of the decision taken jointly by Agarkar and Gambhir with the blessings of someone very powerful in Indian cricket ecosystem. First, they are on same page that both Rohit and Virat Kohli aren't exactly in their scheme of things for the 2027 World Cup.

Why Rohit could continue as Test captain in England

Why Rohit could continue as Test captain in England

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

India's ICC Champions Trophy triumph has given Rohit Sharma breathing space and elbow room.

India signals willingness to cut Russian oil? US lawmaker says...

India signals willingness to cut Russian oil? US lawmaker says...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

An influential US lawmaker claims his visit to India helped catalyze "early signals" that New Delhi may reduce its imports of Russian oil, a step he described as "meaningful" in weakening Moscow's ability to fund its war in Ukraine.

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

Panel to examine Income Tax Bill constituted

Panel to examine Income Tax Bill constituted

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday constituted a 31-member Select Committee of the lower house to examine the Income Tax Bill. To be headed by Bharatiya Janata Party's Baijayant Panda, the panel is mandated to submit its report by the first day of the next session.

M&A financing the new frontier for banks, but RBI's watching

M&A financing the new frontier for banks, but RBI's watching

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Mint Road's proposals on banks' M&A funding are cautious even as entrants root for more elbow room, and weigh business models.

PM-led panel to meet to select new election commissioner on Wednesday

PM-led panel to meet to select new election commissioner on Wednesday

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

A vacancy will arise in the three-member poll panel when Election Commissioner Anup Chandra Pandey demits office on February 14.

Accused of stalking, BJP MP's son appointed law officer

Accused of stalking, BJP MP's son appointed law officer

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Vikas Barala, son of BJP MP Subhash Barala and accused in a 2017 stalking case, has been appointed as an assistant advocate general in Haryana. The appointment is part of a broader recruitment of 100 law officers.

ISL deadlock: Clubs run out of patience with AIFF!

ISL deadlock: Clubs run out of patience with AIFF!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

10 ISL clubs slam AIFF for delay in tender process, allege "breach of trust"