Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

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Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
27 Dec, 2025

Something about the price of petrol doesn't add up, Pg10

Ethanol blending in petrol necessitates transparent pricing: GST, VAT impact unclear, hindering cost evaluation and fiscal accountability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
26 Dec, 2025

Higher education bill frees our universities, Pg9

VBSA Bill 2025 aims to unify higher education regulators, enhance autonomy, and shift focus to outcome-based evaluation.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
26 Dec, 2025

Donors should be anonymous, Pg9

Electoral bond ban flips political funding: BJP dominates with 85% share in 2024-25, opposition funding declines drastically.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
25 Dec, 2025

​Green washing, Pg10

Supreme Court addresses Aravalli mining controversy, balancing development needs with ecological preservation amidst transparency concerns and conflicting interests.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
24 Dec, 2025

As complaints of stuck refunds mount, I-T Dept cites high ‘ineligible’ claims, Pg15

Income Tax Department addresses refund delays, citing ineligible claims under 'NUDGE' campaign, urging revised filings by December 31.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
23 Dec, 2025

India tops global doping list for the third consecutive year, Pg7

India tops WADA's doping offender list for the third year with 260 positive cases, raising concerns before hosting major events.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
22 Dec, 2025

Speedy justice eludes consumers seeking redress against sellers, Pg12

Consumer courts face massive backlogs with 5.43 lakh cases pending, undermining 'speedy justice' promise despite statutory timelines.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Dec, 2025

We saw the IndiGo meltdown. Now let's see the aviation sector's restructuring, Pg12

IndiGo meltdown exposes regulatory capture; calls for DGCA overhaul, financial penalties, and JPC probe into political donations for flouting safety norms.

Representation of the People's ActGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
22 Dec, 2025

Big donors to electoral trusts: Tata to Mahindra, OP Jindal to L&T and Megha, Pg3

Corporate giants funnel ₹3,811 crore to political parties via electoral trusts post electoral bond scheme cancellation, BJP gains lion's share.

Health SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
21 Dec, 2025

Eggs safe for use; cancer risk claims unfounded: FSSAI, Pg9

FSSAI dismisses cancer risk claims on eggs, confirming safety and adherence to regulations, ensuring public health and consumer confidence.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
21 Dec, 2025

After SC junks poll bonds, trusts' funding to political parties triples, Pg1

Post-Electoral Bond Scrapping, BJP Dominates Political Funding via Trusts, Receiving 82% of Rs 3,811 Crore in 2024-25.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
20 Dec, 2025

By overriding RTI Act, new law triggers transparency concerns, Pg22

SHANTI Bill overrides RTI Act, raising concerns over transparency in nuclear energy sector by restricting information disclosure and limiting appeals.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
20 Dec, 2025

11111111111 as account number, shut center's, same photos: CAG on gaps in skills scheme, Pg3

CAG reveals irregularities in PMKVY scheme implementation, including fake accounts and training centers, alongside railway signalling failures impacting safety.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityCitizens Charters and Institutional Measures for Transparency
19 Dec, 2025

New Bill pushes for larger SEBI board, stricter conflict of interest safeguards, Pg13

Securities Markets Code 2025 tabled, aims to strengthen SEBI board, enhance investor protection, and decriminalize securities laws.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
18 Dec, 2025

SEBI overhauls mutual fund norms, cuts expense ratio limits, Pg13

SEBI overhauls mutual fund norms, cuts expense ratio limits up to 15 bps, and halves brokerage fees for cash transactions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
18 Dec, 2025

On quality control orders, a welcome regulatory reset, Pg10

India scraps mandatory quality control orders on industrial raw materials, easing compliance for manufacturers and boosting competitiveness in global markets.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
16 Dec, 2025

Former bureaucrat Raj Kumar Goyal sworn in as new CIC, Pg5

Raj Kumar Goyal appointed as new Chief Information Commissioner, amidst dissent over candidate diversity, effective December 15, 2025.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Dec, 2025

​An anomaly, Pg6

Government's claim of 90% reduction in stubble burning questioned as 'burnt area' declines only 30% due to manipulated data.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
14 Dec, 2025

EC appoints roll observers to monitor SIR in eight States, Pg10

Election Commission appoints special roll observers in eight States to ensure error-free voter lists before 2026 elections.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityMoney Laundering and its Prevention
14 Dec, 2025

Income Tax dept flags bogus donation claims, Pg13

Income Tax Department identifies widespread fraudulent donation claims to unrecognized parties, prompting taxpayer advisories to curb tax evasion.

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