News for 'fund misuse'

RBI's curb on current account use may hit private banks

RBI's curb on current account use may hit private banks

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Move can also bring a huge change in the way business is done in India, where firms use multiple current accounts, often for even individual projects, making them difficult to monitor.

Netanyahu rejects graft charges after cops recommend indictment

Netanyahu rejects graft charges after cops recommend indictment

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

Al Jazeera quoted the Israeli Prime Minister as saying, 'These recommendations were determined and leaked even before the investigations began.'

Tax evasion through stocks: Sebi revokes ban on 114 entities

Tax evasion through stocks: Sebi revokes ban on 114 entities

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Violation of provisions of Sebi Act, Securities Contracts regulation, Prohibition of Fraudulent Trade (PFTUP) norms were not observed in respect of these 114 entities.

India's banking system brutally unfair: Deepak Parekh

India's banking system brutally unfair: Deepak Parekh

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

He said trust and confidence were the backbone of any financial system and one should never underestimate the power of ethics and values.

SC asks Centre to make law to regulate NGOs

SC asks Centre to make law to regulate NGOs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

The court said that the existing regulations were not sufficient to regulate the NGOs across the country.

Do foreign contributions to India impact security?

Do foreign contributions to India impact security?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

So why do we need to analyse inflows under FCRA? Because of the sheer magnitude of inflows. Reported inflows into India were $2 billion in 2007-08 and app $2.5 billion in 2006-07.

Congress is framing General Singh for political gain: BJP

Congress is framing General Singh for political gain: BJP

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Accusing the Centre of "misusing" intelligence agencies and armed forces for political dividend, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday said former army chief General V K Singh was being falsely accused of allegedly attempting to destabilise the Jammu and Kashmir government.

Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Many claim they fear witch hunts for disagreeing with those in power.

Will US hike H-1B application fee?

Will US hike H-1B application fee?

Rediff.com7 May 2019

The Indian IT companies, which account for a large number of H-1B applications, are likely to face the additional financial burden because of this proposed increase in H-1B filing fees.

Shiv Sena has become Sonia Sena: Kangana

Shiv Sena has become Sonia Sena: Kangana

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

She wrote this in reply to an article about the proceedings of Bombay high court during the hearing of the stay order plea by the actor's lawyer against the demolition drive of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation at her property.

'How does charge against Vadra reflect bad governance?'

'How does charge against Vadra reflect bad governance?'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

Speaking on the issue, political commentator and the author of 'Sonia A Biography', Rasheed Kidwai tells Rediff.com's Priyanka that the accusations don't reflect state craft and whether government funds were misused.

Sebi orders forensic audit of 3 suspected shell firms

Sebi orders forensic audit of 3 suspected shell firms

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Sebi has asked exchanges to appoint independent auditors to conduct forensic audit of these firms for verification, including their credentials/financials.

India warns global charities not to work against government

India warns global charities not to work against government

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Critics say the crackdown is to muzzle dissent and Rijiju's actions could lead to less foreign aid for projects that fight child marriage, provide clean water in slums and feed pregnant women.

HC notice to BJP leader, top cop on FIR against Dikshit

HC notice to BJP leader, top cop on FIR against Dikshit

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Senior BJP leader Vijender Gupta and city Police Commissioner have been asked by the Delhi high court to respond to a state government's plea against last week's order to lodge the FIR against Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for alleged misuse of government funds in 2008.

Banned by MCA for 5 years, Shetty vows to fight it out

Banned by MCA for 5 years, Shetty vows to fight it out

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Senior BCCI official Ratnakar Shetty, who was on Tuesday banned for five years by the Mumbai Cricket Association, slammed the decision saying it is a personal vendetta and vowed to challenge it legally.

Breather for Teesta Setalvad after SC stays arrest order

Breather for Teesta Setalvad after SC stays arrest order

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

The SC has stayed the arrest of social activist Teesta Setalvad and her husband till Friday.

No cognizable offence made out against CM: Delhi police

No cognizable offence made out against CM: Delhi police

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Delhi police on Saturday told a court that prima facie "no cognizable offence" is made out against Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in a complaint alleging misuse of Rs 22.56 crore in government funds for an advertisement campaign before the 2008 assembly polls.

LOST your credit card? 4 immediate steps to take

LOST your credit card? 4 immediate steps to take

Rediff.com20 Sep 2012

Here is a quick guide to the course of action a credit card holder should take, to prevent/minimise misuse or losses

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'Fixing accountability in the Congress must be addressed on a war footing.' 'It is impossible for Sonia Gandhi to know each and every party worker, so she has to rely on advisors.' 'If they guide or misguide, the blame should go to them.'

HC rejects Future Retail's please against Amazon

HC rejects Future Retail's please against Amazon

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Kishore Biyani-led Future Retail Ltd (FRL) on Monday said it is "reviewing" the Delhi high court order that has rejected its plea to restrain Amazon from writing to regulatory authorities about the SIAC arbitral order against its asset sale under a Rs 24,713 crore deal with Reliance. FRL, in a regulatory filing, said it would submit a brief summary after consultation with legal advisors.

Jan Dhan accounts more vulnerable to frauds: RBI

Jan Dhan accounts more vulnerable to frauds: RBI

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Third parties can be used to launder the proceeds of fraud schemes by criminals who gain illegal access to deposit accounts by recruiting them as 'money mules'

No action against Khurshid on basis of allegations: Govt

No action against Khurshid on basis of allegations: Govt

Rediff.com24 Oct 2012

Supporting his senior colleague, Minister of State in Prime Minister's Offic V Narayanasamy on Wednesday said no action can be taken against Law Minister Salman Khurshid on the basis of allegations of misuse of funds by an NGO headed by him. Noting that the Uttar Pradesh government is conducting an inquiry into allegations against the Zakir Hussain Memorial Trust run by Khurshid and his wife, Narayanasamy said action will be taken on the basis of its report.

Charitable trusts under I-T scanner

Charitable trusts under I-T scanner

Rediff.com26 May 2011

Enhanced scrutiny, modified auditors' report and new return form part of exercise to curb misuse of tax exemption.

Mehbooba aide charged with involvement in terrorist activities

Mehbooba aide charged with involvement in terrorist activities

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

The special NIA judge charged him with being a member of a terror group, raising funds for them as well as aiding an outfit.

Gillard asks two scandal-tainted MPs to quit

Gillard asks two scandal-tainted MPs to quit

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

In a bid to rebuild the image of her Labor party, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Sunday asked her two scandal-tainted Members of Parliament, including the speaker of the Parliament, to quit the party.

US to certify Indian NGOs

US to certify Indian NGOs

Rediff.com15 Dec 2011

Amid concern over some NGOs misusing foreign aid, the United States is preparing an online searchable database containing a vetted list of transparent and accountable Indian non-government bodies so that philanthropists can safely donate funds to them.

Global Depository Receipts under lens for routing black money

Global Depository Receipts under lens for routing black money

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

Sources said that the capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India has come across quite a few cases where GDR route could have been used for round-tripping of funds in the name of capital-raising activities of listed companies from abroad.

Opposition leaders quiz motive behind Bihar global meet

Opposition leaders quiz motive behind Bihar global meet

Rediff.com18 Feb 2012

Opposition leaders have questioned the alleged misuse of public funds in organising the second global meet on Bihar. They have claimed that the event is merely an "image building" exercise for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The much-hyped meet -- which began on Friday and involves nearly 1,000 participants including NRIs -- aims to discuss ways to accelerate the momentum of high growth and development strategies for Bihar.

SC allows Karti to travel abroad on depositing 'another Rs 10 cr'

SC allows Karti to travel abroad on depositing 'another Rs 10 cr'

Rediff.com7 May 2019

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi allowed his plea as Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for CBI and the Enforcement Directorate, did not oppose.

Gujarat government now goes after US-based Ford Foundation

Gujarat government now goes after US-based Ford Foundation

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

The Gujarat government, which sought a probe into the role of activist Teesta Setalvad's NGO, is now targeting her main funding source, the US-based NGO, Ford Foundation.

Corruption in IB, RAW: How govt plans to tackle it

Corruption in IB, RAW: How govt plans to tackle it

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

The United Progressive Alliance government has decided to make its intelligence agencies accountable to Parliament for scrutiny in the wake of several goof-ups, failures and misuse of the unlimited funds placed at their disposal.

How govt aims to plug gaps in benami law

How govt aims to plug gaps in benami law

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

As the government faces heat over corruption and black money, it is planning to bring a law to prevent the misuse of benami transactions, a key source of illicit funds.

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

It is intriguing that the CBI has shown little interest in the most scandalous and biggest collective investment scheme ever, from the Sahara group, asserts Debashis Basu.

Where did Juhi Chawla go wrong?

Where did Juhi Chawla go wrong?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Where Ms Chawla seems to have erred is that she has not been able to build the desired credibility required to champion the cause she took to court.

Zakir Naik speeches inspired majority of 127 held for IS links: NIA

Zakir Naik speeches inspired majority of 127 held for IS links: NIA

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'The NIA has shared with states concerned a list of 125 suspected activists who have close links with the JMB leadership'

Unfair trade practice: Parsvnath Developers to pay over Rs 700,000

Unfair trade practice: Parsvnath Developers to pay over Rs 700,000

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

Forum directs firm to refund Rs 5,82,000, paid by Bhushan for a plot of land

The big 'takeaway' of 2014? Don't say 'bae'!

The big 'takeaway' of 2014? Don't say 'bae'!

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

'Polar vortex', 'skill set', 'foodie' and 'hack' among the other words that English language could do without in 2015 according to one list.

Won't stop until all refugees get Indian citizenship: Shah

Won't stop until all refugees get Indian citizenship: Shah

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

Shah said not a single person will lose citizenship as a result of the Citizenship Amendment Act.

After seeking blessings, Kapil Mishra files 3 CBI complaints against 'guru' Kejriwal

After seeking blessings, Kapil Mishra files 3 CBI complaints against 'guru' Kejriwal

Rediff.com9 May 2017

Kapil Mishra also dared the Delhi CM to an electoral fight.

SP to waive farmers' loans if voted to power in UP

SP to waive farmers' loans if voted to power in UP

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

The Samajwadi Party on Monday said it would provide free electricity to weavers and farmers and waive loans of kisans if it was voted to power in the Uttar Pradesh assembly election.