Atal pension plan 'coercive', says Jairam, finance minister returns fire
Tuesday, 26 March 2024 A debate between finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Congress member of parliament Jairam Ramesh on the Atal Pension Yojana highlighted differing views. Ramesh criticised the scheme for alleged coercion and unauthorized enrollment, while Sitharaman defended its opt-out payment system. The scheme aims to benefit the economically disadvantaged with an 8% return.
Another proposed change relates to redefining 'substantial interest' for directorships, which could increase to Rs 2 crore instead of the current limit of Rs 5.. DNA
In a recent statement, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the long-standing issue of refund claims from Sahara Group and PACL Ltd. Her response was clear: affected individuals will need to pursue their claims through the courts. Discover the details of her reply and what it means for those awaiting refunds. Will this signal the end of their long struggle? Watch now to get the full story and understand the implications for thousands of investors.
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On the Union Budget, EAM Dr S Jaishankar says "The budget presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman is a very exceptionally important budget as it is the first budget of the third term of the NDA government. The budget is presented at a time when the global situation is very volatile, uncertain, difficult in many ways. What the budget seeks to do is to maintain growth, manage and reduce inflation to ensure that our national capabilities grow and that India's rise and growth are not affected by a negative international environment. So this is a kind of global perspective, really global context in a way of how the budget should be seen."
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On railway budget allocation, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav says, "I am thankful to PM Narendra Modi and FM Nirmala Sitharaman. This year, Rs 3694 crore have been allocated for the ongoing railway projects in Jammu and Kashmir. The work is also going on for the new projects... This project is about to be completed soon. In Uttarakhand, Rs 5131 crore have been allocated for the railway projects. The project of Karnaprayag is important for us. It has a 213 km long tunnel. The two Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) used here are named 'Shiv' and 'Shakti'..."
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revised tax slabs in the new regime, expanding the first taxable bracket from ₹3-6 lakh to ₹3-7 lakh, while maintaining the 5% tax rate. Standard deductions were increased, but details weren't provided. No changes were made for incomes below ₹3 lakh, the ₹12-15 lakh slab, or incomes above ₹15 lakh. These adjustments aim to benefit the middle class by potentially reducing their tax burden. However, the full impact depends on individual financial situations and requires further analysis.
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In a dramatic escalation of his critique, Rahul Gandhi has accused SEBI of severe corruption following revelations by Hindenburg Research. The Congress leader claimed that the integrity of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has been "gravely compromised" by allegations involving SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband. Hindenburg’s report alleges ties between Buch and offshore funds linked to the Adani Group’s controversial activities. Gandhi's accusations intensify the scrutiny on SEBI and the broader implications for India’s financial oversight, raising urgent questions about accountability and transparency.
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Congress leaders are raising serious questions about the management and coaching staff following the disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris 2024 Olympics. Concerns have been voiced regarding how her weight issue occurred, with leaders demanding explanations from the Indian government and the Indian Olympic Association. They stress the need for accountability and transparency, emphasizing that the disqualification
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In a surprising turn, Congress MP Karti Chidambaram offered rare praise for the BJP in an exclusive interview. While known for his critiques of the ruling party, Chidambaram acknowledged that the BJP has done "many things right," particularly highlighting their push for technological advancements. This unexpected commendation from a prominent opposition leader underscores the complexity of political discourse and recognizes the strides made in India's tech sector under the current government. The interview sheds light on Chidambaram's nuanced perspective, revealing that despite political differences, there is room for acknowledging positive developments.
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Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday visited Kerala's Wayanad - Mr Gandhi's Lok Sabha constituency - and offered messages of support to people there struggling to recover from devastating landslides that have killed over 300 so far with another 200 still missing. Saddened by the deaths caused by landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad, LoP Rahul Gandhi went on to say that "Today, I feel how I felt when my father died. Here people have not just lost a father but an entire family. We all owe these people respect and affection. The whole nation's attention is towards Wayanad."
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