Comptroller and Auditor General of India
Controller and auditor general of India
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The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is the supreme audit institution of India, established under Article 148 of the Constitution of India. They are empowered to audit all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the State Governments, including those of autonomous bodies and corporations substantially financed by the government. The CAG is also the statutory auditor of Government-owned corporations and conducts supplementary audit of government companies in which the government has an equity share of at least 51 percent or subsidiary companies of existing government companies. The CAG is also the statutory auditor of the Lokpal.
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Conduct CAG audits of work of highway project consultants: Parl panelThe parliamentary panel on transport has urged for CAG audits of highway project consultants' work, especially under the Bharatmala Pariyojna, to enhance accountability. It highlighted irregularities..IndiaTimes - Published | |
CAG report on DTC: Arvind Kejriwal in dock, Atishi demands debate, Know in detailAccusing former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa slammed him for the closure of bus routes and a decline in revenue while highlighting an..DNA - Published | |
Delhi assembly to commence Budget session tomorrow; third CAG report likely to be tabledThe Budget session of the Eighth Delhi Legislative Assembly will begin on March 24, 2025, with key financial and policy discussions, and the first budget of the newly elected government to be presented..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Contract largesse' to kin of Arunachal CM under SC lensThe Supreme Court of India will conduct a detailed inquiry into allegations that firms owned by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu's relatives received contracts unlawfully. The state has..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Independence of CAG inbuilt': Supreme Court on petition for new appointment methodThe Supreme Court sought the government's response on a PIL demanding an independent procedure for appointing the CAG. The court questioned whether it should rewrite constitutional provisions granting..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Constituent Assembly settled CAG debate: Supreme CourtThe Centre for Public Interest Litigation argued in SC that the independence of the CAG has diminished because of fewer audits of governments led by the ruling party. Justice Kant disagreed, stating..IndiaTimes - Published | |
CAG-itated politics: How audit reports upend political fortunesPolitical parties have historically had a complicated relationship with CAG reports, intensifying around elections. The reports have been used both as ammunition by the opposition and concealed by..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi's healthcare: 10 glaring shortcomings identified by CAGThe recent CAG audit report highlights significant problems in Delhi's healthcare system, including staff shortages, infrastructure issues, and financial mismanagement. Additionally, essential..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Mohalla clinic interactions lasted barely 1 min: CAGIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Crossed all limits of dictatorship': AAP claims 'MLAs being denied entry' in Delhi assemblyThe AAP accused the BJP-led Delhi government of preventing its MLAs from entering the Vidhan Sabha, calling the move unprecedented. Tensions rose as 14 CAG reports were presented, alleging financial..IndiaTimes - Published | |
AAP’s liquor policy caused Rs 2,000cr loss to government: CAGDelhi government incurred a revenue loss exceeding Rs 2,000 crore due to the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22, as per CAG's report. The policy, which was later withdrawn, faced issues like monopoly risks..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Liquor was being smuggled from UP and Haryana': AAP reacts to CAG reportFormer Delhi Chief Minister Atishi asserted that the CAG report reiterates AAP's claims about losses under the old excise policy, highlighting illegal liquor procurement from Haryana and UP. BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Rs 2,000cr revenue loss due to liquor policy': Key findings of CAG report tabled in Delhi assemblyThe CAG report accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of causing a Rs 2,002.68 crore loss with a flawed liquor policy. The report highlighted policy lapses, procedural violations, ignored expert..IndiaTimes - Published | CAG report tabled in Assembly REVEALS Delhi government suffered losses of Rs... due to liquor policyThe report, one of 14 on the previous Aam Aadmi Party government's performance to be tabled by the new Rekha Gupta-led dispensation, has also flagged violations in the process of issuing licences.DNA - Published |
Delhi assembly: Atishi, other AAP MLAs suspended amid CAG showdownThe Delhi government under the BJP has presented 14 CAG reports in the Assembly highlighting alleged financial irregularities during the AAP's tenure, prompting the expulsion of AAP MLAs. Key findings..IndiaTimes - Published | Rekha Gupta-led BJP govt to table 14 CAG reports in Delhi Assembly todayThe reports are expected to be tabled after the Lieutenant Governor's address in the Assembly. Later in the day, the Assembly will open the floor for the motion of thanks on the L-G's address.DNA - Published |
DTC losses mounted by Rs 35k crore in 6 years: CAGThe CAG reported that Delhi Transport Corporation's losses escalated from Rs 25,300 crore in 2015-16 to nearly Rs 60,750 crore by 2021-22 due to an aging fleet and inadequate bus services. Factors such..IndiaTimes - Published | Delhi govt to table CAG reports on February 25The Delhi government will table the long-pending CAG reports examining the previous AAP administration's performance in the Assembly on February 25. BJP MLA Vijender Gupta, the newly elected Speaker,..IndiaTimes - Published |
DNA TV Show: Trouble for Arvind Kejriwal? Delhi govt swings into action after swearing-in; CAG report to be tabled in assembly, Mohalla clinics to be...Within 24 hours after the swearing-in ceremony of Rekha Gupta as Delhi Chief Minister, the Ayushman scheme has been approved by the cabinet. Moreover, an order has been passed to probe the alleged..DNA - Published | Delhi cabinet meet: Rekha Gupta government clears way for Ayushman Bharat scheme rollout; 14 CAG report to be tabledIndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi elections 2025: 'Will make Delhi developed capital of a developed country,' says PM ModiPM Narendra Modi celebrates BJP's victory over Arvind Kejriwal, vowing to transform Delhi into a developed capital by addressing key issues such as corruption, poor infrastructure, and the Yamuna's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'All CAG reports to be tabled, more action against top AAP leaders likely'PM Modi emphasised tabling all pending CAG reports, including those on 'Sheesh Mahal' and the liquor policy, intensifying scrutiny on top AAP functionaries. Probes might extend to health, education,..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Raises doubts': HC on Delhi government's delay in tabling CAG's excise policy reportDelhi High Court criticized the AAP government for not promptly forwarding key CAG reports to the assembly for discussion on the scrapped liquor policy, raising doubts about their motives. The court..IndiaTimes - Published | 'No wrong vote will be cast': Kejriwal hails EC’s assurances, BJP hits back over CAG reportsIndiaTimes - Published |
'Way you dragged your feet raises doubts': HC raps Delhi govt over delayed response on CAG reportDelhi HC rebukes AAP-led government for its delayed response to CAG's liquorgate report, pointing out significant regulatory lapses and substantial financial losses incurred between 2017 and 2021. The..IndiaTimes - Published | CAG: Liquor policy irregularities caused loss of Rs 2,027 crore to DelhiA CAG report has identified major irregularities in Delhi's excise policy from 2017 to 2021, costing the exchequer Rs 2,027 crore. Key issues include unauthorized pricing discretion for liquor..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Rs 2,026cr loss to exchequer': BJP targets AAP over CAG report on 'liquorgate'The BJP has accused the AAP of causing a Rs 2,026 crore loss to the Delhi exchequer through a liquor scam, according to leaked CAG report pages. Union Minister Anurag Thakur and BJP President JP Nadda..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Symbol of loot': BJP releases spoof video to target AAP on 'Sheesh Mahal'BJP released a video criticizing AAP's Arvind Kejriwal over the costly renovation of the Delhi CM residence, dubbed "Sheesh Mahal." According to a CAG report, the renovation expense amounted to Rs..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Real cost of Sheesh Mahal Rs 75-80 crore': BJP slams Kejriwal over CAG report on CM residenceBJP spokesperson CR Kesavan accuses Arvind Kejriwal of misusing Rs 33.66 crore of public funds to renovate his official residence during the pandemic, as per a CAG report. The scandal, which includes..IndiaTimes - Published | CAG deploys toolkit to bring transparency in govt spendsIndiaTimes - Published |
CAG report raises red flags over income tax department's handling of arrears and outstanding demandsA Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report revealed significant flaws in the Income Tax department's functioning, including non-sharing of data, exaggerated tax demands, and delays in implementing..IndiaTimes - Published | NHAI gave ‘undue benefit’ of Rs 203 crore to developers of 4 highway projects in Maharashtra, finds CAGThe Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) uncovered that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) granted undue benefits exceeding ₹203 crore to highway developers in Maharashtra by reducing..IndiaTimes - Published |
CAG report flags 'persistent delays' in finalisation of Court of Inquiry proceedings in ArmyIndiaTimes - Published | Ex-auditors' PIL in SC seeks collegium for appointment of CAGFormer deputy CAGs have petitioned the Supreme Court, advocating for a collegium system to appoint the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). They argue the current appointment process lacks a defined..IndiaTimes - Published |
K Sanjay Murthy becomes next Comptroller and Auditor GeneralK Sanjay Murthy, an IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, succeeding Girish Chandra Murmu. Murthy, currently serving as the Secretary of the..IndiaTimes - Published | Cash-starved civic bodies struggle to take up public works; generate only 32% revenue from own sources: CAGA series of audits by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) have revealed that urban local bodies (ULBs) across India are grappling with financial instability, generating only a third of their..IndiaTimes - Published |
Prez has forwarded BJP's complaint on AAP govt's violation of Constitution to MHA: Vijender GuptaBJP MLAs have requested President Droupadi Murmu to dismiss the AAP government due to alleged constitutional violations. The memorandum has been forwarded to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Leader of..IndiaTimes - Published | It's Tamil Nadu versus CAG as state repatriates senior audit officerTamil Nadu govt clashes with CAG as DG audit D Jaisankar removed for objecting to quick settlement of 300-400 audit objections in one hour at joint sittings, seeking CAG intervention due to violations.IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP cites CAG report, alleges 'mother of all scams' by Bengal govtThe BJP on Wednesday cited a CAG report to allege that "mother of all scams" to the tune of about Rs 2 lakh crore had taken place in Trinamool Congress-ruled West Bengal.In a press conference, BJP West..IndiaTimes - Published | NAAC stalls grading of 30 institutes after baffling jumpsThe National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has put on hold grading process for around 30 institutes in the country that saw inexplicable jump in grades between two accreditation cycles,..IndiaTimes - Published |
CAG of India elected as Vice-Chair of UN Panel of External AuditorsGirish Chandra Murmu, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, has been elected as the Vice-Chair of the UN Panel of Auditors for the upcoming year. This appointment reflects India's commitment to..IndiaTimes - Published | 7 years on, has govt’s Udan scheme made flying easier?Nearly 74% of flight operators have exited and only 23% of the routes awarded under the Udan scheme are operational, according to a CAG audit report. The scheme, launched in 2016, aimed to improve air..IndiaTimes - Published |
Centre throttling CAG to cover up corruption in its schemes, says CongressThe Congress party has accused the Modi government of trying to suppress the Comptroller General of India (CAG), an independent institution, by transferring out officers who exposed wrongdoing in..IndiaTimes - Published | 'CAG report shows UDAN didn't take off on 93% routes'IndiaTimes - Published |
Kharge slams govt, says CAG report shows UDAN scheme didn't work on 93% routesCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday claimed that a CAG report has pointed out that the Centre's flagship UDAN scheme did not work on 93 per cent of the routes, and said that the common..IndiaTimes - Published | Adhir suspended to keep him away from Public Accounts Committee meetings, alleges Mallikarjun KhargeCongress president and leader of the opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge alleged on Friday, the last day of the monsoon session of Parliament, that leader of the Congress in the Lok Sabha..IndiaTimes - Published |
Toll rules violated, NHAI collected Rs 154cr from commuters, says CAGIndiaTimes - Published | CAG: 1,285 Ayushman beneficiaries tied to '000000000000' Aadhaar numberIndiaTimes - Published |
Resources need to be efficiently utilised to make India developed nation: CAGIndiaTimes - Published | Aim of public audit is not fault finding, but improving processes, policies: President Droupadi MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday reminded the CAG of its primary objective to improve the processes and policies through its audit rather than making it a fault-finding exercise.IndiaTimes - Published |
