Dear all,
Welcome.
e-filing of returns: Yesterday was the last date of e-filing of returns. Due to large no. of returns, there is danger of overloading of website. But Income tax department had relaxed the norms for filing of tax returns uptil next two years. But it is with file.
If there is no tax to be filed, it would not be fined. But if there is any claim, then it would be fined at 1% of the balance tax amount.
Midday meals: The National Accreditation Board of Laboratories (NABL) would be taking the sample for checking the quality of meals. It would be evaluating the calories present along with protein availability. It is claimed that it would help in correcting mid day meal programme. The Central govt. had asked for checking quality of Midday meal programme being run with assistance of fourty one agencies. Seven joint review mission would be send in various States.
Juvenile: The petition made by Janata Party chief, S.Swamy, made for changing the definition of juvenile had resulted in the verdict by Juvenile Justice Board on Delhi's Gangrape accused to be heard on August 19. The petition is to be heard on August 14 after which the juvenile accused in the Delhi's gangrape case would be penalised. Earlier, the petition was to be heard on July 25 but got delayed further. In it, it is sought to change the definition of juvenile.
Joint Exercise: US Army chief had proposed for joint training of Armies after being impressed by India's successful anti-terrorism campaigns. The Army chief had called for joint training so that India's experience could be shared. He had stated about such training in hilly areas. Also, whatever is learnt by them would be shared. It would be checked as to how it could be used in the future. US would like to learn from India about it's operations in complex situation and difficulty prone areas.
National Green Tribunal: It had put ban upon mining without permission from any riverside. Also, it would be implemented strictly in all States. However, it is already there in most States where Sand is taken but now it is made compulsory.
The Bench of National Green Tribunal had stated it during hearing of the petition on Sand mafia in Uttar Pradesh. In it's order, it had asked for implementation across the country. Terming it as serious, such mining would require permission from Ministry of Environment & Forest (MoEF) and/or State's Environmental Assessent Tribunal. Presently, it is not required for less than five hectares of area but it would also require it from now. Also, the UP State govt. had been told to issue strict directions in this regard. It is to note that a young IAS Officer had been suspended after taking action against Sand mafia.
MoEF minister had stated that any such activity would be dealt strictly. Based upon the investigation report, ministry would take action against such Mafia.
Malnutrition/Gujarat: The Gujarat's midday meal could be including Candy made from banana as it is nourishing. It provides vitamins and iron. The Navasari Agriculture University scientist had stated that an official had shown interest in it. It costs less than a rupee. It has medicinal value. It provides fibre, iron and vitamin B. As per CFTRI, it is safe for humans.
Monsoon session: The session was adjourned due to strong opposition. It is to note that PM had appealed for smooth running of the session. The govt. had to pass 44 bills after discussions. But the SP party had come against it stating that it would not be supporting on some issues. BJP had been in principle supporter of few issues. But other issues are not agreeable.
Also, issue regarding corruption and suspension of UP IAS cadre had come forward. UPA chairperson had wrote to PM to take tough stand on the issue. SP had opposed it. Some of the issues regarding bills are food security, land acquisition, company related bill, IRDA, Pension bill etc.
Also, Rail bribery (Rail gate), CBI/IB, Diesel/Petrol price would make it difficult for the govt. During next few months, four States would undergo assembly elections.
On Sunday, NDA's meeting had concluded for strategy formation. NDA would be stressing upon amendments. Public distribution system, financial management, implementatin etc are it's concern. It might bring Food security in line with Chattisgarh State. Some key issues would be made like shared by both BJP & Congress. Also, Ex-Rail minister's involvement is not found by CBI, which would be claimed as tainting him by BJP.
Many other issues would be on agenda like rupee decline, Chinese infiltration, Disaster and relief etc.
Whistle blower protection 2012 bill: The amendment for the said bill is approved by the Cabinet on Thursday. The Central govt. would be appointing a nodal Officer in each department for fighting against corruption. He would be primarily responsible for checking into Whistle blowers complaints. Earlier, CVC was the competent official in this regard. Now, CVO would be authorised for it. It is due to increased complaints regarding corruption.
RTI Act 2005: The Retired Justice, Hegde, had criticized efforts to keep political parties out of purview of RTI Act. Various political parties are against it. As per CIC's order dated June 3, Information Officer had to be appointed by six political parties which have been declared as Public institutes.
As per Justice Hegde, whether are not in power, Political parties have interference in administration. They are responsible for public and due to their relations with public issues, they are public institutes. The parties should inform the source of donations.
NCP: The making of Gujarat CM, Modi, as PM candidate is not going to benefit Bhartiya Janata party as per NCP chief, Sharad Pawar. coalition govt. had been order of the times. It would not have any affect with Modi as PM. A PM should be acceptable to all parties. BJP would not get support from other parties as per him. He had also indicated of leaving his active politics.
He stated that he is neither in race of being PM nor would contest upcoming general elections. As per him, people are favouring coalition govt rather than single party govt.
With regards,
M.K.Pachraiya
Original_app_mssg(1) FDI
Industry-- Present FDI---Changes(pattern)
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1. Petroleum/ Natural gas - 49% (FIPB) - 49% (Auto)
2. Commodity Exchange - 49% (FIPB) - 49% (Auto)
3. Power Exchange - 49% (FIPB) - 49% (Auto)
4. Stock Exchange - 49% (FIPB) - 49% (Auto)
5. Assets reconstruction - 74% (FIPB) - 100% (49%Auto/>49FIPB)
6. Credit Info. bureau - 49% (FIPB) - 74% (Auto)
7. Single brand retail - 100% (FIPB) - 100% (Auto)
8. Basic/cellular phone - 74% (49%auto)(>FIPB) - 100%(>49%Auto)
9. Courier - 100(FIPB) - 100% (Auto)
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Original_app_mssg(2) Gangster
Noted gangster, Abu Salem, had been extradited from Portugal against which he had filed a petition in the Supreme Court. The Bench had kept the verdict safe for today on July 9. After reverting back of charges of keeping explosive and various acts of TADA by CBI, the verdict would be given today. The Attorney General had stated that the Indian govt. is committed to assurance given in the Portugal Court. It had asked for reverting back of charges framed by the Lower Court. During January 31, his petition had been rejected by TADA after which he had appealed before the Supreme Court.
Original_app_mssg(3) Mining Mafia
The suspended IAS officer's case had been sought for details regarding action taken by govt. by the Lucknow Bench of High Court. The Court had declined to interfere in the suspension matter stating that if the petitioner demands, a separate petition could be put up in this regards. The Bench had apprised of the IAS official's effort in curbing Mining mafia. As SDM, IAS official had seized 24 Dumper along with 15 people by constituting a special squad. As per Bench, illegal mining causes environmental imbalance. It poses danger to the society. It had sought details from the State govt. The State govt.'s attorney had argued that only the affected person could file the petition against suspension which the Court had accepted. The Bench had sought details about the govt. action against illegal mining activities.
The next hearing is scheduled on August 19.
The Central govt. had written a third letter to Uttar Pradesh govt. after not receiving reply of its earlier two letters. UP govt. had sent single reply for all three letters and also framed charges against the said officer. Also, it had asked for appeal or memorial's copy in the said matter from the Centre. The State govt. had termed the suspension as correct. The matter is likely to cause uproar in the Parliamentary monsoon session.
DoPT minister had stated that after a letter by UPA chairperson to PM, DoPT had asked for immediate reply. Later, reply had come from Chief Secretary(appointment) to Central govt. Personnel dept. Secretary wherein previous two letters had also been referenced. The reply states that if any IAS officer sends an appeal, a copy of the same would be sent to Centre with comments of the State govt. But till date, it had not received any such appeal.
M.K.Pachraiya
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