With the CBI saying in its chargesheet that an officer of the Kerala police’s special branch fabricated the 1994 espionage case, former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan, who was among those arrested in the case and later exonerated, said this would inspire confidence in others implicated in false cases. “I had to fight for 30 years to get justice. I am happy that the case is coming to a conclusion when I am alive. I have fought several cases in various courts to bring to justice those who implicated us in…
Day: July 11, 2024
Karnataka Lokayukta seizes Rs 45 crore: casino coins, gold and vehicles unearthed from BBMP, BESCOM officials | Bangalore News
The Karnataka Lokayukta police on Thursday conducted extensive search operations across the state, uncovering disproportionate assets worth Rs 45 crore. The searches were part of investigations into 11 cases involving government officers from various districts. The raids, which took place at over 56 locations, reportedly revealed substantial amounts of illegal wealth amassed by these officers. Lokayukta sleuths raided 11 places linked to Basavaraj Magi, a BBMP revenue officer of Mahadevapura division, and unearthed 586 casino coins, cash, agricultural land, and 15 sites, among other assets, amounting to Rs 3.3 crore.…
SC collegium recommends two names for elevation as apex court judges | India News
The Supreme Court collegium headed by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Thursday recommended to the Centre the names of high court judges N Kotiswar Singh and R Mahadevan for elevation to the apex court. While Justice Singh is currently the Chief Justice of the High Court for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Mahadevan is the Acting Chief Justice of the Madras High Court. “In view of the foregoing, the collegium resolves to recommend that the appointment of the above persons be made in the following order…
If One Member is Not Responsible for the Violation, ICAI may Proceed Against the Full Firm
It was ruled by the High Court that the profession of Chartered Accountancy forms an important part of the economy of a country. Chartered Accountant stops the issues that come around accounting by doing effective audits and continuous supervision of their clients. CAs properly instruct both proper maintenance of accounts as well as management and planning. If there is any omission in the release of duties can lead to large-scale losses and financial fraud. There has been a responsibility of a CA for their clients and also to ensure in…
‘Studied for 12-14 hours daily before CA Final exam, trusted ICAI study material,’ says AIR 2 Varsha Arora | Education News
Based in Delhi, Varsha Arora has secured all India rank (AIR) 1 in the CA Final examination hosted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Shivam Mishra has topped the exam while the third spot is shared by two candidates — Kiran Manral and Ghilman Saalim Ansari. Speaking with indianexpress.com, Arora said working hard is her success mantra and then she left everything else to God. “I took coaching classes for four subjects out of six, and in the last 6-7 months, I started with self-study and revisions…
Madras HC Reverses GST Demand on Rent-Free Canteen Facility, Orders Reconsideration
The Madras High Court in a ruling set aside the GST demand order issued on rent-free canteen utilities. The court remanded the case for reconsideration since the taxpayer’s submission had not been regarded by the GST department. The taxpayer, M/s.Erode Medical Centre filed a writ petition contesting the GST demand order based on non-application of mind. The counsel of the applicant, Mr. G. Natarajan, indicated two main defects in the impugned GST demand order. Firstly, he addressed the GST levy on premises used by a third party for running a…
SKM to resume agitation, seek appointments with PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi to submit memorandums | Chandigarh News
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Thursday announced it will resume the farmers’ agitation to realise its MSP demands and stop the privatisation of the power sector, among others. The SKM also said it has sought time from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi to submit its charter of demands. The decision was taken in the general body meeting of the SKM held in New Delhi on Wednesday. Dr Darshan Pal, Member, National Coordination Committee, SKM, said, “Memorandums will be submitted to the newly elected MPs…
MH Govt. Issues Administrative Instructions on GST Audit for All Field Officers
The Maharashtra SGST department has provided the norms on GST audits by the State GST officers dated 9th July 2024. To ensure constancy in audit procedures and easier transitioning the instructions were issued. GST Department of Maharashtra has Issued the below-mentioned Instructions- As per the old guidelines, the GST audit for the matter pertinent to FY2020-21 shall be continued. Under Internal Circular 04A of 2024, the amended audit framework shall not be applicable to FY 2020-21. For issuing Show Cause Notices under section 73 for FY 2020-21 the limitation period…
Delhi HC asks Delhi Development Authority vice-chairman to remove ‘all encroachments’ on Yamuna river banks | Delhi News
The Delhi High Court has directed the vice-chairman of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to remove “all encroachments and illegal construction” on the banks of the Yamuna, river bed and drains flowing into the river. The High Court was hearing a plea seeking directions to demolish alleged unauthorised construction on the banks of Yamuna river. The petitioner, Shabnam Burney, sought directions to the authorities to take steps to prevent illegal construction on Yamuna river bank and floodplains in the near future. A division bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and…
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra review
For years, I have struggled to adapt to foldable phones as a consumer. Honestly, I tried to ignore the familiar flaws I found with every new foldable phone, yet I was never able to give up my iPhone at any point in time. However, using the new Motorola Razr 50 Ultra (sold as Razr Plus in the US) felt different, and I felt more confident handling a foldable phone in my day-to-day life. It’s a nice change, and my admission may be a sign that foldable smartphones can be relied…